Once the weather turns cold, I start craving soups. This creamy sweet potato and apple version hits the spot. The combination of sweet potato and apple may seem a bit weird at first, but I promise it pays off with major flavor.
This creamy soup is the perfect combination of sweet and tart, thanks to the chopped apples that are added with the veggies. Tart apples will balance out the sweetness of the potatoes, but a sweet one can be good as well.
Creamy Sweet Potato and Apple Soup
3 tablespoons olive oil1 Onion (diced)1 clove garlic (minced)1 Apple (cored and grated)2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)1 teaspoon ...
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Smashed Avocado Sweet Potato Toast
Smashed Avocado Sweet Potato Toast
Sweet potato slices toast up to sweet perfection for a wholesome alternative to traditional toast. Top with some smashed avocado for a healthy, filling breakfast that will get you through the day.
1 sweet potato (sliced into 1/4 inch rounds)2 tablespoons olive oil1 avocado1/4 cup prepared Pico de GalloSea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Preheat broiler to high heat.Lay the sweet potato slices on a parchment lined baking sheet and brush lightly with the oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and broil until browned, 1-2 minutes. Flip and broil until both sides are browned and ...
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The Instant Pot: The Appliance Your Kitchen Needs
I know I’m a little behind on this revelation, but I need to tell you something...the Instant Pot is a game-changer. And I want you to know about it.
Here’s a secret - I don’t get hyped about too many products out there. In general, I don’t need the newest or fanciest “things” in my kitchen to be happy. Give me a solid cast-iron skillet, a nice chef’s knife, and a cutting board that won’t fail me and I’m set. I take a certain amount of pride in my ability to stay pretty chill about my gadgets.
So already - the fact that I’m writing this is a big deal...because I feel like this review could get pretty gushy. But know that I have ...
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Holiday Meatball Bites
Let’s be honest, everyone loves meatballs. These bite sized appetizers will keep your guests happy while they wait for the main dish. And there are no breadcrumbs required for this Paleo version. They’re healthy, easy to prepare, and delicious.
Holiday Meatball Bites
2 pounds Ground beef1 pound Ground pork1 Onion (finely diced)2 cloves garlic minced1 tablespoon Italian seasoning2 Eggs1/2 cup Almond flour2 cups Crushed tomatoesFresh basil (for serving)Sea salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine all of the ingredients except the tomatoes in a large bowl. Mix until just combined. Line a ...
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The Ultimate Paleo Gift Guide
The holidays are quickly approaching. If you’re anything like me, you’ve waited until the last possible minute to do your shopping. As many times as I’ve told myself I wouldn’t do it this year, it always happens!
So - for all of our last minute shoppers out there, we’ve compiled this gift guide for the loved ones in your life - with a Paleo focus. Because, let’s be honest, there is nothing quite like the gift of good health.
For the kitchen...
Instant Pot - I am officially in love with the Instant Pot. I promise you that it will change your kitchen game forever. It’s a pressure cooker that makes your weeknight dinners and ...
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Turmeric Apple Cider
This recipe for turmeric apple cider might be your new go-to healing elixir. Turmeric has a long tradition of being used medicinally to treat many different ailments.
Curcumin is the main active component of this spice. It has been said to have powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This means that it can be cardiovascular protective and can help decrease the risk for chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer.
All in all, turmeric adds a healthy dose of nutrients to apple cider that gives it a unique flavor that will have everyone guessing. Even this kids will love this holiday drink.
Turmeric Apple Cider
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Night Shift for Mac: Paleo Tech
Night Shift for Mac - everything you need to know.
The great thing about Paleo is that it’s much more than a diet. (Side note - I actually hate referring to it as a “diet” because I think that word carries such a negative connotation.)
I much prefer to think of Paleo as a lifestyle choice. Like health, Paleo, as a lifestyle, goes beyond what we eat. It also encompasses stress management, movement, sleep, and so much more.
Taking care of ourselves in a modern world
Because we live in a modern world, with distractions and constant stimuli, we have to make conscious efforts to ensure that we take care of ourselves in ways that our body ...
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Christmas Morning Ginger Pancakes
Spicy ginger and cinnamon make these easy pancakes taste like your favorite gingerbread, but in a healthy way. Make these on Christmas morning, and everyone will agree that presents can wait.
The eggs in these pancakes ensure that you get some protein. And, as a bonus, there’s no added sugar in this recipe. The only sweetness comes from the sugar in the ripened bananas.
The sweetness from the bananas is complemented nicely by the ginger, cinnamon, and cloves – a classic Christmas taste combination.
These pancakes couldn’t be easier – or healthier! If you try them, let us know how you like them.
Christmas Morning Ginger ...
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Quest Bars Reviewed: Are They Any Good?
Quest Bars are probably one of the most recognizable and popular protein bars on the market. Known for their high protein content, they’re a favorite among athletes and people on the go. There are about a hundred different flavor options and they all sound like straight up dessert - chocolate chip cookie dough, mocha chocolate, and blueberry muffin just to name a few.
Quest Bars are not 100% Paleo
Let’s go ahead and get this out of the way though - Quest Bars use whey protein. Automatically, this means they’re not 100% Paleo-friendly. That being said, whey protein is definitely a gray area in the Paleo world - and most experts agree ...
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Ginger Hot Chocolate
Fresh ginger and coconut milk transform traditional hot chocolate into something worthy of the best Christmases. Perfect healthy treat for sitting by the fire on a cold winter night.
Ginger has a long-standing tradition of being used medicinally in many cultures. It is commonly used to treat nausea, muscle pain, joint pain, and digestive issues. Its powerful healing effects are thought to come from the bioactive component of the root called gingerol.
It also gives a unique spicy kick to any food or drinks in which you add it. When combined with hot chocolate, the ginger in this concoction really warms you up from the ...
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