Mini Pumpkin Muffins
1/2 c Pumpkin puree1/2 c Honey4 Eggs ((large))1/4 tsp Baking soda1/4 tsp Salt1 1/2 tsp Pumpkin pie spice1/2 tsp Cinnamon1/4 c plus 2 tbsp of coconut flour
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.Combine all the dry ingredients in a bowl, and then blend in all the wet ingredients.Let the batter sit for about 5 minutes or so, to allow the coconut flour to absorb the moisture.Fill mini muffin tins/papers with small amount of batter, and bake for about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Thanksgiving Crock-Pot Turkey
Thanksgiving comes once every year. It is an opportunity where family and friends get together to celebrate this occasion. And because of that, we always look forward to prepare something special to suit this rare opportunity. And you could never go wrong with thanksgiving’s mainstay dish, turkey! Ladies and Gentlemen, here's my thanksgiving crock-pot recipe!
Yes, this recipe is actually how I make my Thanksgiving turkey. Granted, this probably won't suit your needs if you have a few generations of family over, complete with kids eating at card tables, and awkward diner conversations that may or may not be fueled by alcohol. But, ...
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Chicken with Chipotle Gravy
Chicken with Chipotle Gravy
3 Garlic cloves ((minced))1 Onion ((small, diced))1 in Chipotles adobo sauce ((7.5 oz can))3 tbsp HoneyAdditional Stevia ((to taste))1 tbsp Coconut oil ((for frying))
Add garlic, onions, honey, Stevia, and chipotles along with their sauce to blender.Blend until the ingredients are fully combined and have become a smooth mixture.Warm the cooking oil in the pan.Add chicken breasts and sauce to the pan.Simmer on medium-low for about 7 minutes per side or until no longer pink in the middle.Serve with steamed cauliflower and spinach.
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Italian Omelette
Italian Omelette
4 Eggs ((whisked))1 Yellow pepper ((small))1 Orange pepper ((small))1/2 c Cherry tomatoes ((sliced))1 tsp Italian seasoning1 c SpinachSalt and pepper ((to taste))Red pepper ((Crushed,to taste))
Allow a tbsp of coconut oil to warm in a small saucepan.Once the pan is warm enough, pour in half of the egg mixture, and cover.Sprinkle the egg mixture with seasonings, and allow it to cook until the bottom is firm. Please note, the eggs on top and in the middle will still be slightly runny.Add peppers and tomatoes to the center of the egg, and fold one of the edges on top of the veggies.Allow to cook covered for 2-4 ...
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Spicy Chorizo Soup
Spicy Chorizo Soup
1 Onion ((medium, diced))2 Heads of garlic ((minced (about 1/2 c)))12 ounces of “clean” chorizo sausage/other spicy sausage3 Stalks celery ((diced))1 White potato ((medium, cubed))32 oz Chicken broth1/2 tbsp Red pepper flakes ((crushed))1/2 c Zucchini ((cubed))1/2 c Yellow squash ((cubed))Coconut oil
Add a tbsp or two of coconut oil to sauté onions and garlic in a large dutch oven or other sturdy soup pot.Sauté onions and garlic on medium-high until the onions are translucent.Remove chorizo from its casing, and add it to the onions and garlic to brown.Chop celery and potato while chorizo is browning.Once ...
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Carrot Cake Muffins
Carrot Cake Muffins
1 c Almond flour1/2 c Coconut flour1 tsp Baking soda1/2 tsp Salt2 tsp Cinnamon4 Eggs ((at room temp.))1 tsp Apple cider vinegar1/2 c Coconut oil1 1/2 c Carrot ((coarsely grated ))2 Ripe bananas1/2 c RaisinsStevia ((to taste))
Pre-heat your oven to 350 degrees F.If your eggs are not at room temperature, set them out now in a bowl of warm-hot water to bring them to room temperature.Combine dry ingredients in a small mixing bowl (almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon).Combine wet ingredients in a separate mixing bowl (eggs, vinegar, coconut oil, and mashed bananas).Once wet and dry ...
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Paleo Meatballs
Paleo Meatballs
1 lb Ground beef1 Egg1/2 c Bell pepper ((chopped))1/2 c Zucchini ((shredded))1/2 c Onion ((chopped))1/4 c Coconut flour1 tsp Onion powder1 tsp Garlic powderSalt and pepper ((to taste))Muffin cups
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Combine all ingredients in a big bowl. Mix well.Using hands, make fist-sized balls, and place in muffin cups (makes 12-15 medium sized balls). Be sure to adjust baking time if you decide to make the meatballs larger or smaller.Line muffin pan or cookie sheet with muffin cups. Fill cups with rounded handfuls of the meat mixture.Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
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Silver Dollar Hot Cakes
Silver Dollar Hot Cakes
2 Eggs3 tbsp Full fat coconut milk1/2 tbsp Ripe banana ((Mashed, or 3 unsweetened applesauce))1/2 tsp Apple cider vinegar1/2 tsp Vanilla extract1.5 tbsp Coconut flour1/4 tsp Baking sodaPinch of saltPowdered Stevia to taste ((to taste))Coconut oil ((for frying))
Put a dab of coconut oil into a pan for frying, and heat it at just under medium heat. Getting the temperature right in this recipe is the trickiest part since you want the hot cakes to cook evenly. I recommend making a few tiny hot cakes to be nibbled on during cooking at the start until you get the heat exact.Mix together all other ingredients ...
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Coconut Oil Chocolates
Coconut Oil Chocolates
1/2 c Coconut oil1/4 c Unsweetened cocoa powderStevia
Pour 1/2 c coconut oil into a small mixing bowl.Using a sieve, add cocoa powder to the coconut oil, and whisk to combine well. The sieve is a very useful tool in this step as it makes sure that the powder blends evenly with the oil.Once the coca powder is fully blended into the coconut oil, add a few dashes/drops of liquid or powdered stevia until you reach the desired sweetness. Please note that other sweeteners (such as honey or agave syrup) can be used, but keep in mind that they don’t blend as well with the oil. If you substitute a different ...
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Whole Roasted Fish
I’ve always loved lobster, crab, and scallops in any form. But I was a little so-so about eating fish of any kind. It just seemed boring, tasteless, and, well, fishy. But that all changed when I saw someone eating a whole fish at a favorite French bistro in San Francisco. It just looked cool. I mean, seriously, it’s a whole damn animal! It still looks like a fish! And I could smell its savory fragrance from two tables away. Ever since, I've been going frequently to the butcher or fishmonger to pick up a few red snappers or branzinis to roast for me and a couple friends.
In addition to the being the coolest looking dish, and being deliciously ...
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