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Empanadas: grain-free, lectin-free, delicious!

Empanadas: grain-free, lectin-free, delicious!

Sometimes, on the Plant Paradox (lectin-free) way of eating, it can be a bit daunting to try and serve dinner to your family. I found a great recipe for grain free tortillas online and was inspired to create something new with them. One night I […]

Hoisin Sauce Meatballs Recipe

Hoisin Sauce Meatballs Recipe

I like to keep my pantry well-stocked with gluten-free condiments. Hoisin Sauce is one of the condiments I find very versatile. Often, I use Hoisin sauce for marinades, so I tried using it as an ingredient in meatballs. I think it works pretty well! When […]

Southwest Style Quinoa

Southwest Style Quinoa

I found this great recipe for Quinoa and black beans on Allrecipes.com. I had tried a few other recipes to make quinoa in the past, but they didn’t turn out as tasty as this one. I was really impressed by the fresh flavors of the […]

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

      It is so nice to have a hot meal ready for you when you get home… especially if its healthy and tasty! If this sounds good to you, break out your slow cooker and give this recipe a try!  I like to […]

Broccoli Bacon Salad – Gluten and Dairy Free!

Broccoli Bacon Salad – Gluten and Dairy Free!

  Every year, at our relative’s Christmas Eve celebration, someone brings massive amounts of this delicious broccoli bacon salad. I just can’t get enough of this stuff. I asked a few people and they weren’t sure who made it. So, I decided I must replicate this at […]

Thai Peanut Noodles with Tofu – gluten and dairy free, vegan!

Thai Peanut Noodles with Tofu – gluten and dairy free, vegan!

  Why not make something exotic for dinner like Thai style noodles? I go through phases of making this dish about once a week. But be warned, it is a major arm workout! I love a good Thai peanut sauce, but when you’re eating out, […]

Weeknight Chili

Weeknight Chili

  I’m not sure if the weather is the same for you, but it has been really cold here. My family and I needed some serious warming-up. So, I decided it was time to put together a recipe for something hot. What better than some […]

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce – Gluten and Dairy Free (Paleo Friendly)!

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce – Gluten and Dairy Free (Paleo Friendly)!

  There are certain recipes I cook almost once a week, mostly because I have them memorized, but also because everyone in my family loves them (including my three-year-old!).  My week-night, go-to recipes are ones I can usually prepare within an hour and with some […]

Swedish Meatballs with Gravy – Gluten and Dairy Free

Swedish Meatballs with Gravy – Gluten and Dairy Free

One of my favorite comfort foods is meatballs! I found a great recipe for Swedish meatballs and adapted it to be gluten and dairy free. I challenge you to make them and see if you can tell the difference between these and a traditional dairy […]

Spanish Tapas – Gluten and Dairy Free Spanish Tortilla (Part 1)

Spanish Tapas – Gluten and Dairy Free Spanish Tortilla (Part 1)

I love Spanish tapas but I don’t love feeling bad (for days) after eating them. So, I decided I should come up with a gluten and dairy free alternative to make at home. I like this recipe because it is pretty simple and doesn’t require […]