These Mediterranean Baked Olives are inspired by tapas, a fun topping for baguettes I only barely got to enjoy before I was diagnosed with Celiac disease. While gluten-free baguettes might be possible, this version was ... Read More
Autoimmune Protocol
These recipes are compliant with the autoimmune protocol as detailed by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne in "The Paleo Approach" and are free of grains, legumes, dairy, non-nutritive oils and sugars, nightshades, eggs, nuts, seeds, alcohol, and coffee.
Thai Coconut Soup
This Thai Coconut Soup is a staple at restaurants–you'll find it on the menu as Tom Kha Gai. I've had it at every Thai place I've been to and each version is slightly different, usually in how spicy it is. I knew that if ... Read More
Chicken Caesar Salad
I have to admit that before attempting to create this recipe, I'd never had a Chicken Caesar Salad before. All I knew about them was that the dressing contained anchovies, which was enough for me to say "no thank you". ... Read More
Roasted Strawberry Pots de Creme
For as long as I can remember, strawberries have been my go-to indulgence. I mean, it wasn't always the fruit itself. As a kid, there were strawberry-flavored popsicles, slushies, lollipops, sodas, cream cheeses, ... Read More
Blueberry Melon Agua Fresca
Okay, I know I've been posting a lot of beverages this summer. But it's been a hot one. We moved into a new house, had to do a lot of repairs and yard work, and the AC has been out a few times. Any time I sit down to ... Read More
Clementine Fruit Salad with Cherries
During the summers of my childhood, I'd often help my mom throw together a fruit salad to be served as a side during cookouts, picnics, and potlucks. With a variety of fresh fruits and a rich dressing, they were often my ... Read More
Garlic Steak with Lemon-Pepper Asparagus
It can be hard to decide what to eat on a busy weeknight or stressful day. Maybe there are so many recipes you want to try that you can't decide where to start. Or maybe nothing sounds good because you're tired, sick, or ... Read More
Jicama Sandwiches
There's a whole world of bread substitutes out there for those of us that can't or won't eat grains. Lettuce wraps are a long-time favorite, but there's also portobello buns and other greens that make nice warm wraps ... Read More