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Yep, January 2, 2012 marks the start of my second Whole 30 Program! I finished my first Whole 30 Program on November 2, 2011 and am happy to report that I’ve pretty much stayed on program with the exception of a few Paleo friendly desserts on Christmas and New Year’s and a little bit of […]
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I grew up in the South and for as long as I can remember our family has eaten Hoppin’ John on New Year’s Day… Traditionally, the dish consists of slow cooked black-eyed peas, white rice and sautéed greens and it’s believed that when you eat Hoppin’ John on New Years Day it will bring prosperity […]
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Merry Christmas and Happy National Pumpkin Pie Day! Everyone who knows me well generally understands that when I say “I made dessert” what I really mean is “I have made something yummy with chocolate”. Now, my dad, who shares my chocolate addiction love, would never object but my mother and husband are a different story…they […]
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This is a wonderful savory muffin that will be a lovely complement to any holiday meal! Garlic, Rosemary and Chive Muffins Makes 12 muffins 2 1/4 cups blanched almond flour 1 1/2 tsp sea salt 3/4 tsp baking soda 6 Tbsp garlic infused olive oil 4 large eggs 2 egg whites 1/2 cup fresh chives, […]
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Prosciutto egg cups are an easy grab and go breakfast idea or a lovely main dish served alongside a green salad for a light lunch. They are easily adaptable to your family’s preferences for veggies and you can certainly add cheese to the mix if you include dairy in your diet. I like to bake […]
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In anticipation of the upcoming holiday season Mark’s Daily Apple blogged about Gateway Foods: The Slippery Slope of “Just a Bite”. Many people have “gateway” or “trigger” foods that even one bite can send them sailing off the rails into a carb or sugar laden binge-fest. Ice cream is that food for me. While I […]
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I don’t know about you but I’ve always been terrified of making biscuits. There is always so many steps and requirements no matter what recipe you choose…cold butter, floured board, fold the dough but don’t handle it too much, rolling, patting, cutting, resting…yikes, too much room for error for me. So, when we were a […]
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Everyone says that breakfast is the most important meal of the day…I don’t know whether or not that’s true but I DO know it’s my favorite meal of the day…even if I’m eating it at 6 o’clock in the evening! Since starting the Whole 30 Program I’ve been dairy-free which really made it difficult to […]
[Continue reading...]Yesterday marked Day 30 of my Whole 30 Program…30 days, no sugar, no dairy! Results: Lost 4 pounds and 1% body fat. Improved digestion. Kicked my sugar cravings to the curb, for good! Realized I can live without dairy. Was able to adapt my favorite recipes easily, never felt deprived. Would I do this program […]
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Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the bright colors outside when the leaves begin to change, the warm smells in the kitchen of seasonal vegetables roasting and the crisp feeling of the chilly air when taking the dog for a walk in the afternoon sunshine…oh and November is my birthday month (only […]
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