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Chili and Ginger Szechuan Green Beans--Recipe of the month!

Allison E. Bruce

Mar 1, 2018
1 min

Chili and Ginger Szechuan Green Beans--Recipe of the month!

Ingredients: 2 lbs of organic green beans (snipped and washed) 2 shallots 1 thumb's length worth of fresh ginger 1 red chili pepper or 1 tablespoon of red chili paste 2 tablespoons of olive oil Directions Slip and clean beans Dice shallots and ginger Sautee shallots, giner, and red chili preference in 1 tablespoon of olive oil Remove from pan and set aside (do not wash pan) Sautee green beans until your desired cooked preference. I enjoyed them al dente When beans are cooked

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Chipotle Dry Rub

Allison E. Bruce

Feb 6, 2018
1 min

Chipotle Dry Rub

Many dry rubs contain sugar or hidden forms of sugar. Here's a quick and easy solution with ingredients you likely have on hand!! Just make sure your seasonings are clean!! 1 tsp of cinnamon 1 tsp of nutmeg 1/2 tsp of ground cloves 1 tsp of Oregano leaves (dry) 1 tsp of shallot salt 1 tsp of paprika 1 tsp of cayenne pepper (less or more based on your desired spice level) 1 tablespoon of onion powder 1 tablespoon of ground cumin 1 tablespoon of ground fresh pepper 2 tablespo

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Paleo Fire tomato “cream” sauce scallops over garlic spinach!

Feb 4, 2018
1 min

Paleo Fire tomato “cream” sauce scallops over garlic spinach!

Ingredients: 1-2 lbs of wild caught jumbo scallops (depending on how many you are serving. One lb. is about 8 scallops) 1 lb of fresh spinach washed and drained 1 can of paleo approved coconut milk 1 large pack of cherry tomatoes 1/2 sweet onion 1 tsp of cayenne pepper 4 cloves of garlic 1 tsp of oregano Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 475 Blend coconut milk, tomatoes, 3 cloves of garlic and onion in food processor while oven is heating. Rinse scallops in

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Baba Ganoush--Whole 30/Paleo

Allison E. Bruce

Jan 29, 2018
1 min

Baba Ganoush--Whole 30/Paleo

Here's a great take on a classic! Ingredients: 2 large eggplants 1/4 cup of olive oil 4-6 cloves of garlic 1 lemon fresh squeezed 1/2 tsp of cayenne pepper salt to taste pepper to taste Directions: Prick eggplants with fork and roast at 350 until the begin to sleep fluid Remove from heat and cool in an ice water bath When cool remove skin and place "meat" in the food processor or blender Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth Use to top a salad or dip veggies! #whol

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Tomato soup with a bang!

Allison E. Bruce

Jan 16, 2018
1 min

Tomato soup with a bang!

Ingredients: 2 28 oz can of whole peeled tomato (organic) 1 28 oz can of crushed tomato 1 head of cauliflower 1 large sweet onion 1 red pepper 3 tablespoons of organic balsamic vinegar (plus one for garnish if desired) 1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes basil (fresh and chopped--reserve some for garnish if desired) salt pepper Directions: Chop onion and add to soup pot, sautéing until onions become translucent While onion is cooking chop cauliflower into small pieces, as well

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Breakfast Casserole for the weekend--Paleo and Whole 30

Allison E. Bruce

Jan 1, 2018
1 min

Breakfast Casserole for the weekend--Paleo and Whole 30

This is a fantastic breakfast dish! Enjoy! Ingredients: 8 local, vegetarian fed, free range eggs 1/3 cup of almond milk 1 lb. of sausage (local farm if possible)--leave sausage out for a vegetarian option Broccoli Cherry tomatos Onion Salt, pepper, red pepper flakes Directions: Preheat oven to 350 Brown sausage on stovetop and drain excess fat Beat eggs and milk together Mix with veggies (you can also use any other veggies you have in the fridge if you don't like what is pic

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Paleo/Whole 30 Lasagna--Recipe of the month

Allison E. Bruce

Dec 31, 2017
2 min

Paleo/Whole 30 Lasagna--Recipe of the month

Everyone in my home loves a good lasagna-myself included. Here's a delicious recipe that is both Paleo and Whole 30 friendly! Ingredients: Sauce: 2 lb of hot Italian sausage 1 lb of grass fed ground sirloin 1 whole onion 4-5 garlic cloves 2 packs of slices white mushrooms 2 28 oz cans of crushed tomatoes (organic) 2 15 oz cans of tomato sauce (organic) 2 cans of tomato paste (organic) 1 cup of water 1/2 cup of red wine (low sugar, sulfate free, organic) for **omit for Whole

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Easy Peasy Paleo Caesar Dressing

Allison E. Bruce

Dec 17, 2017
1 min

Easy Peasy Paleo Caesar Dressing

One concern I often hear from people when making the jump to a Paleo lifestyle is they fear they will have to give up all their favorite foods. Learning to live a healthy lifestyle isn't about deprivation or giving up what you love. It's about learning how to cook and prepare meals with clean, locally sourced, fresh, and tasty ingredients. Here's one of my all time favorites turned into a Paleo dream! In a small mason jar add the following: -1/3 cup of olive oil -Juice of

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Salmon and poached eggs brunch

Allison E. Bruce

Dec 17, 2017
1 min

Salmon and poached eggs brunch

Sunday morning brunch has always been a favorite of mine. Here's another way to make a fantastic brunch and stay on the path of healthy eating -2.5 oz of smoked salmon (make sure you read the ingredient list. Some products contain sugar or artificial coloring). -Cherry tomatos -Sliced onion -Two eggs poached -Arugula (as much as you like) -Juice of one fresh squeezed lemon -1 tablespoon of olive oil drizzled on top of bed of arugula -Capers -Salt and pepper #Whole30 #pale #

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Paleo Beef Stew--warm your body and soul for the winter months (whole30 option)

Allison E. Bruce

Dec 5, 2017
1 min

Paleo Beef Stew--warm your body and soul for the winter months (whole30 option)

Ingredients: 2 lbs of cubed stew meat (organic, local, grass fed) 1 small package of beef oxtails (the fat adds flavor) 1 small package of marrow soup bones (marrow adds flavor and health benefits) 1 ghost pepper (or more if you like more heat) 1 large carrots-diced 3 stalks of celery-diced 1 large turnip or rutabaga (rutabagas are a tad bit sweeter)--diced 1 large parsnip--diced 1 small package of cherry tomatoes 1 large onion-diced 3 cups of organic, gluten free, beef stock

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Recipe of the Month--Slow Cooker Carnitas Paleo Style!

Allison E. Bruce

Dec 3, 2017
1 min

Recipe of the Month--Slow Cooker Carnitas Paleo Style!

Ingredients: 3-4 lb pork shoulder 1 head of organic cauliflower 1-2 red chillies 1 jalapeno pepper 1 bunch of fresh cilantro 1 organic avocado 2-3 limes Season pork shoulder with salt, pepper, garlic, cumin and any other spices you desire Brown on stove over high temp olive oil (be sure the oil doesn't smoke). Place in crock pot on low for 6-7 hours (should easily pull apart with fork when done). I put two red chillies into the crock pot to add heat. Chop cauliflower into sm

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Recipe of the month-November 2017

Allison E. Bruce

Oct 29, 2017
1 min

Recipe of the month-November 2017

Sweet Potato Hash This is a great dish for fall! It's both sweet and savory. Pictured as a weekend breakfast dish--but also a great side dish for dinner! Preheat oven to 350 Two large sweet potatoes-washed, peeled, and diced Half sweet onion chopped Two strips of nitrate free, locally produced, bacon diced (omit bacon for vegan or vegetarian option) 2 tablespoons of maple syrup (omit for Whole30) 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon of nutmeg Salt and pepper to taste Com

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Recipe of the Month-October 2017

Allison E. Bruce

Oct 9, 2017
1 min

Recipe of the Month-October 2017

Zucchini Pizza! Grain and diary free (Whole30 and Paleo compliant) Preheat oven to 400. Zucchini Crust: -2 Zucchini (medium to large) shredded (you can use a food processor to make this step quick and easy). Once you have shredded the zucchini use cheese cloth or a paper towel to remove as much of the excess moisture as possible. -Combine zucchini with one egg (beaten) and season with salt, pepper, garlic, and basil (you can use fresh basil diced or dried). You can also add

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