Mini-Meatloaves
I've told many people over many years that I would post this recipe, so here I finally go! I have NO idea where I got the original recipe from (maybe a magazine?). I've added some of the variations myself since I originally copied it down. My favorite of them all is the honey-mustard version and it's fully Paleo, so yay! (The others are not what I consider to be Paleo due to the cheese, although some might disagree.) Anyhow, the basic idea is that instead of making a meat "loaf", you split [read more]
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Still Goin’ Strong
I haven't done much blogging in a while... so how about an update? I've been eating a Paleo diet (no grains, no dairy, no refined sugar and no legumes) since September in an effort to combat several autoimmune disorders, one of which is really gnarly. I originally took out all nightshades (tomato, potato) and all natural sweeteners but was able to add those back in by about Thanksgiving without any negative effects. My health has now improved to the point where I have started exercising again [read more]
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Thanksgiving – The Verdict
We had a lovely Thanksgiving. I did end up making donuts in the morning but forgot to take pictures since they were eaten up so quickly! Since I did so much prep work on Wednesday, I was able to sit and watch most of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with Scott and the boys. Loved it. And then we watched football. Lots of football. I was actually not feeling very well - really tired and not much energy - so the day of rest was good and I really enjoyed spending it on the couch next to [read more]
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Happy Thanksgiving 2012!
This Thanksgiving, our little family of four is spending a quiet, restful holiday at home. Things have been stressful for my husband both at work and at school and so I'm trying to make his 1.5 days off as life-giving and soul-nourishing as possible for him. We'll be sleeping in, watching football, eating some good food, reflecting on all that we have to be thankful for, playing board games and possibly even playing some Wii together. And I'm planning on making these donuts for breakfast.
Today, [read more]
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Jaden’s New Pro-scooter
Since moving back to Portland, both of our boys have started going to Skatechurch again. They both enjoy boarding but they especially enjoy riding their scooters. Now that Jaden is nearing the teenage years, his little Razor scooter just doesn't cut it anymore. He can't do cool tricks on it, etc. So, several months ago he began saving up for a pro scooter. These pro scooters range in price from $100 - $500 plus - a lot of money for anyone, let alone a 12 year old kid. Anyhow, a couple [read more]
Pumpkin Cashew Coconut Curry
Oh my, dinner tonight was delicious! We all loved it and practically licked our bowls clean. I got the recipe from paleomg.com - Pumpkin Cashew Coconut Curry. Try it!!
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Healthy meals on a Budget – Whole Chicken!
Since moving back to Portland, I have been buying organic free-range chickens at Trader Joe's. I'd prefer to buy them from a local farm, but right now this is a good compromise and at only $2.49 per pound, it's a very affordable alternative. One chicken per week will provide our family of four with 3-4 meals - again, very affordable.
For meal #1, I cook the whole chicken in the crock pot, breast side down to keep it moist, along with some various spices that I sprinkle over the top. [read more]