Category: Paleo
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Nutty Double Chocolate Banana Muffins
I really needed something sweet, yet healthy, the other day. Being on a Paleo type eating plan makes getting sweets difficult. Most of my food intake has consisted of whole foods that do not contain preservatives, additives, or sugar. But, these chocolate banana muffins were just what I needed. By using whole foods such as… Read more
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Maple Honey Baked Ham
This Easter was a first for me. It was the first Easter that I spent eating Paleo and it also was the first Easter where I actually had to do all of the cooking. In years past, I had always had the pleasure of being with my extended family during Easter. The food was made by others… Read more
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Paleo Frozen Yogurt Pops
I am such an ice cream addict. Prior to starting my lifestyle change, I would eat ice cream almost daily. But I had to give all that up when I started Paleo. Regular ice cream is no-no on Paleo because it is loaded with non-Paleo items such as sugar, cream, milk, corn syrup or and… Read more
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Crockpot Hot Wings
Do you love hot wings but hate the price of store-bought or restaurant hot wings? Are you trying to watch your calories and keep your diet clean? Here is an amazing hot wings recipe in the crockpot that uses coconut oil and Frank’s Hot Sauce. It is really important that you are using a hot sauce that… Read more
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Crockpot Italian Beef
Living in Chicagoland, there are a lot of Italian Beef recipes that are floating around. Here is a great Crockpot Italian Beef recipe that is Paleo-friendly, Gluten-free, and low carb. Read more
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Crockpot Spicy Honey Mustard Chicken
I have never been big into cooking—until recently. I have noticed, as I am sure you have as well, that a lot of my posts center around food and/cooking. Being a stay-at-home mom during the week allows me the time to experiment with as many new recipes as I can create in a week. I… Read more
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Paleo Shamrock Shake (Minty Green Power Smoothie)
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Before my Paleo days, I loved to have ice cream as a treat. I had indulged in a McDonald’s Shamrock Shake a time or two. This shake is a healthy “smoothie” version of the classic St. Patrick’s Day shake but with all natural ingredients. This Paleo Shamrock Shake uses spinach and… Read more
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Southwest Paleo Meatloaf
If you like your food a little spicy, you are going to love this amazing meatloaf. My traditional meatloaf was from a delectable recipe passed down from my mother. The meatloaf was moist and flavorful–like a meatball in a loaf pan. It included ingredients such as ground beef, eggs, Italian breadcrumbs, herbs and spices. Read more
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Coconut Almond Crusted Tilapia
Each year, during Lent, I struggle to find recipes to satisfy my family on our meatless days. This year is even more challenging while trying to maintain a Paleo lifestyle since white carbohydrates (bread, rice, pasta, white potatoes, etc.) and dairy (cheeses, milk, etc.) are out of the question as substitutes for meat. So, I… Read more