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Frozen Strawberry Lemonade (Sugar Free)

For reasons that, at this point, are probably fairly obvious, I've been really into mocktails this summer. Plus, in my experience, an icy, refreshing beverage in the midst of a crippling heat wave is your only hope of not melting into a puddle on the floor. So, while any cold beverage will do, may I gently but loudly recommend that this bev be the one to grace your glass this summer? ... Read More about Frozen Strawberry Lemonade (Sugar Free)

Cold Wild Rice Salad with Harissa Shrimp and Mint (Gluten Free and Whole Grain)

This satisfying and nutritious summer salad combined tender wild rice, flavorful harissa shrimp and refreshing mint. It's naturally gluten free, too. I use a lot of words here (and, well, everywhere. Those who know me in the offline world are wide-eyed and nodding vigorously, yes?) but right now, I am at a loss. Though it feels woefully inadequate, thank you is the best I have. Thank you,  yes you, for your kindness, excitement, support and name suggestions, both here and on ... Read More about Cold Wild Rice Salad with Harissa Shrimp and Mint (Gluten Free and Whole Grain)

Celebration Paleo Funfetti Doughnuts (…plus, something to celebrate!)

I'm a hypocrite. Let me explain: I'll be the first to declare that my favorite blogs are not the ones with the tastiest food (though I love those) or the prettiest pictures (though I love those, too), but the one with the most authentic voice. You know them: the writers who put themselves out there, and entrust their real, not-always-pretty, imperfect and wonderful behind-the-scenes lives to their readers. I admit that I'm not very good at that. As much as I put myself out there on the ... Read More about Celebration Paleo Funfetti Doughnuts (…plus, something to celebrate!)

Homemade Enchilada Sauce (Gluten free, Paleo, and Whole30)

Homemade enchilada sauce comes together in about 30 minutes in one pan, or in the slow cooker with 5 minutes or less of work. Just add a few clean, gluten free, vegan, and paleo ingredients, and stir to make your own Whole30 and gluten free enchilada sauce! (Stovetop and slow cooker instructions in the recipe.) Gluten free enchilada sauce recipe that comes together in about 30 minutes in one pan. Just add a few clean, gluten free, vegan, and paleo ingredients, and stir! (Stovetop and slow ... Read More about Homemade Enchilada Sauce (Gluten free, Paleo, and Whole30)

Gluten Free and Paleo Banana Blueberry Muffins

After what feels like entire month of travel, I am finally home. And I need comfort food. Whatever you've been up to this month, don't you need comfort food, too? To some, comfort food might mean deep fried or dangerously cheesy, but in my world, it means pillowy-soft, carby and just warm enough to melt a layer of butter spread liberally across the top. These banana blueberry muffins fit the bill just perfectly. ... Read More about Gluten Free and Paleo Banana Blueberry Muffins

Gluten Free and Paleo Grilled Pizza, 2 ways (with Simple Mills)

It's a billion degrees and I love it. When you're a person of low body heat who lives in a climate that, at it's most vile, rivals the average temperature of Siberia, you embrace the heat. You celebrate the heat. You ... add more heat. I'm the person who doesn't bat an eye at turning on the stove or standing over a hot grill when it's 90 degrees and I barely notice it. ... Read More about Gluten Free and Paleo Grilled Pizza, 2 ways (with Simple Mills)

Chicken Roulades (Gluten Free, Paleo, Low Carb, and Whole30)

This is a fancy name for an easy dish masquerading as a difficult one. Huh? Let's break that down (or, since I've recently been to my college reunion and am still feeling nostalgic, let's "unpack" that)... It's a fancy name: it's just French-ish for chicken roll. But your family or dinner guests don't need to know that ;) It's an easy dish: pound (or buy thin cut) chicken breasts, sprinkle a layer of filling on top, roll and (if necessary) seal shut with a toothpick Masquerading ... Read More about Chicken Roulades (Gluten Free, Paleo, Low Carb, and Whole30)

5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies (Or, Use Any Nut/Seed Butter You Want!) (Gluten Free and Paleo-Adaptable)

Before you ask: yes, you can use almond butter or sunbutter in this cookies instead! These cookies are a dream: 1 bowl, a handful of ingredients and a spoon. Plop the dough on the cookie sheet and quickly smash 'em with a fork; don't worry if they're imperfect, because imperfect is rustic and rustic is perfection with this recipe. As, let's face it, is the case with most of the recipes you'll find here ;) Anyway...hello from New England! I'm on vacation for the week at my uncle's house in ... Read More about 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies (Or, Use Any Nut/Seed Butter You Want!) (Gluten Free and Paleo-Adaptable)

Herbed Deviled Eggs (Gluten Free, Paleo, Low Carb, and Whole30)

Happy Short Work Week! How was your holiday weekend? Did you have a picnic? Host a BBQ? Give me the lowdown. My building had an impromptu barbecue in the "VIP Lounge" (My neighbors' luxuriously-decorated, totally tricked out deck) and I, of course, brought dessert - homemade paleo fig newtons, Simple Mills cupcakes, and grain free pineapple upside down cake - but only because these deviled eggs were long gone. Yes, perhaps I could have made another batch, but I probably would have just eaten ... Read More about Herbed Deviled Eggs (Gluten Free, Paleo, Low Carb, and Whole30)

Sugar Free Paleo Strawberry Shortcake (Gluten Free and Low Carb)

If you think about it - really think about it - the best part of Memorial Day gets totally swept under a rug of burgers and shandies. The best part being dessert, of course. I mean think about it: as the weather warms up,  so does the ferocity of your sweet tooth (think about it); berries are bright, flavorful and vibrant right now; and this is a light and fresh dish that looks equally at home on china or Chinet. So, maybe dessert isn't the most  important part of Memorial ... Read More about Sugar Free Paleo Strawberry Shortcake (Gluten Free and Low Carb)