If you love salmon, especially salmon on the grill, this Grilled Lemon Pepper Salmon recipe will hit the spot! You could get fancy, or lazy, and buy a pre-made lemon pepper seasoning, but I prefer to do it myself. In this post, I'll show you how to quickly and easily make your own lemon pepper seasoning with fresh lemon zest, so whether you consider yourself fancy or lazy, you can still be either one without much effort. You see, I hate to do the dishes, so I just add the seasonings right onto my salmon instead of trying to mix them in a bowl first. I honestly just eyeball things until I think, “Yep, the fish looks seasoned!” Therefore, ...

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Simple Paleo Spaghetti 1 lb Ground beef1 tbsp Bacon fat ((can substitute coconut oil))2/3 c Onions ((diced))2 tbsp garlic ((heaped minced))1 tbsp Oregano1 Bay leaf1 tsp Garlic powder1 tsp Onion powder1 tsp Red pepper ((crushed))28 oz Tomatoes ((diced)) Brown ground beef on medium in a deep saucepan or pot.Strain off fat (optional).In another small pan, sauté garlic, oregano, and onions until translucent.Add cooked onions, garlic, and oregano to the ground beef. Mix well.Add onion powder, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper to the meat mixture.Put canned diced tomatoes into the blender, and blend to desired consistency.Add ...

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If you're craving something sweet, but want to keep it somewhat healthy, be sure to try these easy baked apples.  And by "baked", I mean we are going to use my beloved Crock-Pot. You can use any kind of apples that you like, but Macintosh apples are my favorite for this recipe.  This is the perfect treat when the cool temperatures of autumn start to roll in. And pssst! A tablespoon or three of brown sugar added to the nut mixture may or may not tip things into the next realm of deliciousness. Don’t tell the Paleo Police I told you. Baked Apples 5 in Apples ((cored or however many fityour crock pot))2 tbs Walnuts ...

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A well-made roasted chicken is a thing of beauty. Crispy, golden brown skin that’s salted just right, with a little hint of rosemary or thyme. Tender chicken that drips all kinds of succulent juices when you bite into it. It’s a great way to get high levels of protein in one delicious dish. And, provided you don’t eat it all in one sitting, you’ve easily got enough meat left over for tomorrow’s lunch. Oh yeah, and it’s ridiculously easy to prepare too! You don’t need a ton of cooking experience to make this classic American dish. Just a little time, and the right ingredients is all it takes. Herb Roasted Chicken Herb Roasted ...

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New York Steak Recipe made easy! I’ve never met a person who didn’t love a well-made steak. Hell, I’ve even known vegetarians who’ve become meat eaters again just so they could enjoy a New York strip steak without all the guilt and rule-breaking. When I was a kid, my dad, being the consummate bachelor, could cook three things: take-out Chinese, delivery pizza, and a New York strip steak. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’ll take a good chicken chow mein or a pepperoni pizza on any ‘cheat day’, but Dad’s steak was something to aspire to. In my 15 years of being an avid cook, one of my ongoing goals has been to perfect my New York strip steak ...

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Want to make a fun little snack? Try these paleo poppers—they'll have your mouth watering . Stacked with bacon and jalepenos, these are sure to be a crowd favorite. Paleo Poppers 6 Jalepeños6 strips bacon1 cup Guacamole1 tsp Coconut oil Remove stems from jalepeños and cut them in half from top to bottom. Remove seeds and ribs.Fill each half with guacamole.Cut bacon strips in half and wrap each half around the guacamole-stuffed pepper. Secure bacon using the wooden toothpicks.Using coconut oil, lightly grease the cookie sheet.Place poppers on the cookie sheet and grill for 20-30 minutes or until bacon is ...

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Yes, bacon is awesome!  But as awesome as it is, you have to keep your guard up. Sugar is a common additive to bacon (look out for any ingredient with "-ose" at the end, such as dextrose), and making sure your bacon is nitrate-free should go without saying.  For awesome UPG-approved bacon, check out U.S. Wellness Meats. Now that my bacon disclaimer is out of the way...this recipe is delicious! Breakfast Apple Hash 2 Eggs ((beaten))2 slices bacon ((cut into small strips))1 Apple ((peeled and chopped))5 Walnut (( halves))1 tbs Grass fed butter1/2 tsp Cinnamon ((or more as preferred)) In a large skillet, ...

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Looking for a quick and easy meal? Paleo chili is a snap. Today we've got a special twist on a paleo classic. Check out this chocolate paleo chili recipe & let us know what you think! Chocolate Paleo Chili 2 tbsp Coconut oil2 Onions ((medium, diced (about 2 cups)))tsp garlic ((the recipe calls for 4 but I used 4 tablespoons! Love garlic!))2 lbs Ground beef1 tsp Oregano leaves ((dried))2 tbsp Chili powdertbsp Cumin ((the recipe calls for 2ground cumin but I hate the stuff and only used about 1/2 tsp))1.5 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa1 tsp Ground allspice1 tsp Sea salt6 oz Tomato paste14.5 oz Fire-roasted ((chopped ...

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