Romaine is not just for salads. This bright and refreshing citrus smoothie is protein packed, fiber filled, and delicious enough to drink every day.
Citrus Romaine Smoothie
1 banana1 orange (peeled, with white pith removed)Juice and zest of 1 lemon1/2 cup diced pineapple1 head Romaine lettuce (roughly chopped)1 cup coconut water1 cup ice
Put all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately. ...
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Archives for January 2017
What is Teff?
What is Teff?
Teff is a grain that is native to Ethiopia. Maybe you’ve never heard of teff before. That wouldn’t necessarily be surprising. It’s relatively new on the nutrition scene in America even though the food is said to have originated between 4,000 BC and 1,000 BC. This grain, recently being touted for its superfood qualities, is traditionally used in making injera, an Ethiopian flatbread.
Is Teff Paleo?
Because teff is a grain, it is therefore not technically considered Paleo. Read more about why grains are excluded on the Paleo diet here.
That being said, teff is gluten free and many people consider it a good ...
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Spinach and Mushroom Frittata
Looking for a brunch recipe everyone will love? This easy frittata is it. Served warm or chilled, this easy dish can be made ahead for no hassle entertaining.
Spinach and Mushroom Frittata
10 eggs1/4 cup coconut milk3 tbsp grass-fed butter1 cup sliced mushrooms4 cups chopped spinach2 cloves garlic (minced)sea salt (to taste)fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Beat the eggs with the coconut milk.
In a large oven-proof skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and spinach and cook for 2 minutes. Add the garlic, cook for an additional minute. Season with salt and ...
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UPG Mailbag #6: Paleo drinks, grass-fed meat, and the carb flu
Welcome to another edition of our Mailbag posts! This series focuses on questions that are frequently asked by the UPG community. Have a lingering question? Ask it here and we might feature you in future posts!
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My biggest problem is my love for skim milk, LOL. It is very hard for me to give that up. Also I drink a lot of water but it's hard for me to just drink tap water. Is there anything else I can drink?
I definitely understand the need for something a ...
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FYI: Polyunsaturated Fats
Fats are confusing. Bad fats, good fats, omega-3s, saturated, unsaturated, trans...it can be difficult to keep them all straight. Not to mention that fat was targeted as THE macronutrient to avoid in the 1980s-1990s thanks to low-fat campaigns by organizations such as the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. A couple decades later, we’ve realized that fat wasn’t necessarily the issue with the standard American diet. Fats play a vital role in how our body functions, so it’s important to know which ones are best for you.
Our series on fats continue. This time we’re talking about PUFAs - polyunsaturated fatty acids!
A ...
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Bacon and Chive Scones
These tender gluten-free scones get their flavor from bacon and chives. Perfect for brunch or an afternoon snack, they prove that you don’t have to give up bread to eat healthy.
Bacon and Chive Scones
1 cup blanched almond flour2/3 cup tapioca flour 1/2 cup Coconut flour1 tsp Baking powder1 tsp Baking soda1/8 tsp Sea salt4 tbsp cold grass-fed butter (cubed)1/2 cup Full fat coconut milk2 Eggs4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)2 tbsp minced chives
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Combine all of the flours in a large bowl with the baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the butter and using your fingers, work the butter ...
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Meet The Newest Member of Ultimate Paleo Guide – Chelsea Brinegar
Ultimate Paleo Guide is growing!
In order to bring you more content (and better) content than ever, we're adding to our team.
At UPG, our goal is simple, to bring you the best information on paleo living and research in order to answer your questions and make paleo easy for you and the ones you love.
That's why, today I'm excited to share our newest team member - Chelsea Brinegar. Over the last few months, I've loved getting to know Chelsea and I know you will too. Her insight, easy writing and well researched approach fit right at home with Ultimate Paleo Guide.
You'll be seeing regular blog posts from her, ...
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What is Tallow?
It can definitely be categorized as another one of those “buzzwords” that you might not have heard of until you entered the Paleo or primal world.
What is tallow?
Tallow is fat rendered from meat other than pork
- most commonly beef. Basically, pork is to
lard as beef is to tallow. Tallow is processed from the suet of an animal. Suet is the hard, nutrient-dense fat that surrounds the kidneys and loins. This fat is rendered (melted down), the impurities removed, and used as a high-quality cooking fat.
Why use tallow?
Tallow is often considered a must-have in many Paleo kitchens. This is for a number of reasons. First off, tallow has a ...
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Coconut Pumpkin Soup
Canned pumpkin makes this creamy soup easy and delicious. With just a hint of spice, it’s perfect for cool weather. Coconut cream adds dairy free creaminess and richness to this velvety soup.
Coconut Pumpkin Soup
2 tbsp olive oil1 Onion (diced)1 clove garlic (minced)1/2 tsp Ground ginger1/4 tsp Cinnamon1 tsp fresh thyme1 15 oz can Pureed pumpkin2 cups Chicken broth1 14 oz can Coconut milk (chilled)roasted pistachios (for garnish)Sea salt (to taste)fresh ground pepper (to taste)
In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
Add the seasonings, and cook for ...
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Coconut Cream: Is it Paleo?
“Is Coconut Cream Paleo?”
Yes (when no sugars or fillers are added)
“What Is Coconut Cream?”
Sometimes a recipe may call for coconut cream instead of the more popular coconut milk. Is there a difference?
Yes! As the name implies, coconut cream has a much thicker consistency than coconut milk.
Coconut milk is made by cooking one part shredded coconut in one part water. The resulting milk is a liquid consistency and translucent color.
Coconut cream, on the other hand, is made by simmering four parts shredded coconut in one part water. What you get from this process is much richer and creamier than its milk counterpart. Sometimes you ...
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