For my birthday we went to a Japanese restaurant where they make the most delicious fried rice. The only problem is that they make it all at once for the entire table (teppan tables) which makes it more difficult to request no sauces. We hadn’t eaten there in a while, so I had forgotten that…
Paleo Tuna Casserole (gluten free & dairy free)
Sometimes you just need a good comfort meal. Tuna Casserole is one of those warm, creamy, comforting dishes. This version uses spaghetti squash in the place of pasta, along with a coconut milk based cream sauce. I promise you won’t miss the pasta and dairy! This Paleo Tuna Casserole is pretty easy to throw…
Bacon Wrapped Breakfast Burrito with Pico de Gallo (Paleo & Whole30)
Back in my college days, breakfast burritos were a favorite way to start the day, and the more bacon (or sausage) the better. This is an updated version that’s all about the b-a-c-o-n. This recipe uses a bacon weave which can also be used to make bacon toast, cones, or bowls. It’s a fun, meaty…
Sweet Potato Crostini with Prosciutto and Caramelized Fig
If you would have asked me a few years ago about my thoughts on sweet potatoes, prosciutto, or figs, my reaction would have been, “…meh”; I could take them or leave them, but definitely not a favorite. These days I look forward to fig season similar to a child’s anticipation of Christmas. Around May I…
Fourth of July Watermelon Cake
My daughters recently saw a watermelon cake while I was on Pinterest, and they eagerly inquired about when we would make one. So this is in no way an original idea, but here’s the original design we came up with. The girls decided that we needed two tiers, so two tiers it was. And it…
Plantain Crusted Chicken Tenders with Quick Ranch
Plantain Crusted Chicken Tenders are my go to recipe on busy nights. They’re quick and easy to make, plus I know the kids will eat them. Double win! This recipe would work well with breasts, wings, and thighs too (cooking times will vary). The Quick Ranch also works with veggies or as a salad dressing….
Sweet Pepper & Bacon Mini Egg Muffins
What’s more fun than egg muffins for breakfast??? Mini egg muffins!! In an effort to get my kids to eat more protein in the morning (as opposed to their usual GF cereal), I made up some mini muffins. I tried not to use too many ingredients, so they could be made quickly (and so that…
Herbed Sweet Potato Pizza Crust
I was a little hesitant to try a sweet potato pizza crust because I couldn’t get past the “sweet” part, but adding in herbs and garlic really gave it a crust-like taste. I’m also loving the consistency of the crust. I baked it through, but the sweet potato stays slightly doughy in the center, and…
Ropa Vieja Stuffed Bell Peppers (Slow Cooker Recipe)
It’s true what they say; tastes can transport you to another place. Remember that scene from Ratatouille where the food critic was transported back to his childhood from simply tasting a bite of Ratatouille? Well that’s sort of the feeling I had tasting this Ropa Vieja. …Except I wasn’t transported back to my childhood, …and…
Salmon Salad Stuffed Cucumber Rolls
I love going out for sushi. I love everything about it; the chopsticks, the small portions, and the artistic way it’s all plated. The biggest downside: it can get expensive. Occasionally I get the urge to to try to create something sushi-like at home. These Salmon Salad rolls are fairly easy to make, and with…
