I kind of hate the question "What's your favorite food?" because it's so hard for me to choose.
I love food - obviously. I made a career out of it. And my love for food runs deep - seriously, like alllll foods.
But sometimes people just want a specific answer. So when I have to get specific with it, I almost always choose Indian.
Indian food is delicious in every way. I love the tangy, spicy, savory, satisfying mix of it all. The smells and the bright colors of the dishes are to die for, in my humble opinion.
But with all that heavy rice and thick sauces, Indian food isn't the most keto-friendly of foods. So if you're an ...
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Stovetop Spring Frittata
HOW BEAUTIFUL IS THIS CREATION?! I know I might seem biased since this *is* one of our recipes, but seriously - this stovetop spring frittata is so dang visually appealing.
Frittatas are kind of the jack-of-all-trades of breakfast dishes. What I mean is that you can pretty much throw anything in it and it's going to work.
When I have produce in the fridge that I need to use up, I usually end up cooking it down in some oil and fragrant spices, adding eggs, and frittata-ing it up.
Yeah, I just made frittata a verb.
This particular version features all those amazing vegetables that you'll find at your farmer's market right ...
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Can we all agree that sheet pan dinners are the way to go? This chicken fajita version will make all your Mexican restaurant dreams come true.
And of course - it's all Paleo - so it's even better than going to the Mexican restaurant because you can avoid the chips, queso, and tortillas completely.
I'll be honest with you, tortilla chips are so hard for me to say "no" to when they're in front of me. I love them that much. So if I do find myself at that type of restaurant, I usually just go ahead and tell the waiter not to bring any to my table (if that's cool with whoever I'm eating with...if not, I just practice self-restraint. It's ...
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Dark Chocolate Almond Blondies
Decadent, dark, and delicious - all of these adjectives perfectly describe these dark chocolate almond blondies.
If you thought your days of blondies were done, surprise! We've got a 100% paleo recipe for you that will satisfy your craving for this dessert.
And you already know, with the combination of almond butter, coconut oil, coconut sugar, and dark chocolate, it's going to be insanely good.
Like I think my mouth just watered typing that out.
Want to take this recipe up another notch? Make your own almond butter! It's way cheaper - and as long as you have a high-quality food processor, blender, or Vitamix, you should be ...
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Pesto Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
If there was a mascot for Paleo comfort food, this recipe might just be it.
Let's be honest - pesto is downright delicious. It's fresh, satisfyingly fatty, and oh-so-garlicky. Traditional pesto recipes call for cheese. Fortunately, for all of us reading this blog, we don't *need* cheese to make a delicious pesto.
Since dairy is not considered paleo-friendly, we might not be able to eat pesto out at a restaurant if we follow the paleo guidelines strictly. But we can make a downright delicious version right at home - without the cheese.
Yay!
Our version is as simple as you can get - basil leaves, walnuts, garlic, and olive oil. ...
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Paleo Blueberry Muffins
Do you ever get the desire to bake? I'm not the biggest baker in the world, but it will hit me every now and then...especially if I've just been watching The Great British Bake-Off.
Have you watched this series on Netflix yet?
If you haven't, I'm a little jealous because you get to experience the joy of having your eyes opened to the cutest, friendliest, sweet-as-pie baking show on air.
The premise is similar to any other cooking show except for the fact that the contestants and judges have to-die-for accents and everyone is SO. FRIENDLY.
Sure, the stakes are high (everyone is fighting to be crowned Britain's top amateur ...
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Crunchy Beef and Brussels Sprouts
Beef + Brussels sprouts + almonds + dried cranberries = delicious. It's simple math, really :)
The trick to this recipe is using shredded Brussels sprouts. You can usually find these pre-shredded in your refrigerated produce section at the grocery store. If your store doesn't carry them, you can most definitely shred them on your own. You can use a food processor or a grater and do it by hand.
Crunchy almonds, tangy cranberries, and savory beef amp the flavor of shredded Brussels sprouts. This quick meal is super filling, extra delicious, and amazingly nutritious.
It makes 2 servings, so if you're making this for yourself, the ...
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One Pan Italian Beef and Broccoli
Quick and easy, this flavorful one pan Italian beef and broccoli dish is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s rich and savory, as well as filling and delicious.
This recipe calls for grated Parmesan cheese. If you are strict Paleo or can't tolerate dairy, please feel free to omit this ingredient. If dairy isn't something that gives you issues, and you can tolerate high-quality cheese, you can definitely top this beef with it to boost the flavor.
With garlic, basil, Italian seasoning, and a squeeze of lemon, there is no lack of flavor in this dish. It will surely make it into your dinner rotation!
Italian Beef and ...
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Instant Pot Fried Cauliflower Rice
You may not think cauliflower rice would work well in an Instant Pot, but it actually works nicely if you use the right technique. It's all laid out in the instructions below.
Of course, with this recipe, you can customize the vegetables that you use.
This recipe will satisfy your craving for your favorite starchy takeout food, but without the blood sugar crash or bloat that comes with it.
Fried Cauliflower Rice
1 head cauliflower (cut into 4 large pieces)1 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons sesame oil2 green onions (sliced)1 clove garlic (minced)1 teaspoon grated ginger2 chicken breasts (minced)1/2 cup frozen peas1/2 cup ...
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Slow Cooker Chocolate Strawberry Cake
Have you used your slow cooker for desserts yet?
If you're anything like me, you haven't quite thought of using the slow cooker for desserts...yet. I was definitely guilty of falling into this trap. Up until now, my slow cooker has been reserved for meats, soups, and stews.
Of course, it works flawlessly for all of these things. But you can also use it for desserts!
If you didn't know, now you do :)
This decadent cake takes a few hours, but requires no hands-on time, and is elegant and delicious. It’s proof your slow cooker is for more than just stews and roasts.
Slow Cooker Chocolate Strawberry Cake
Cake:1 cup ...
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