How to Use Your Instant Pot

If you haven’t picked up one of these ultra-handy modern day kitchen conveniences, you’re likely spending way too much time in the kitchen. Here are my best tips for how to use your Instant Pot and the best model for you!   I bought my first Instant Pot in 2013. I remember the day fondly…. […]

Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Orange, Olives & Oregano (Paleo/AIP/Whole30)

grilled chicken kabobs paleo

    Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Orange, Olive + Oregano will keep your summertime dishes fresh this summer. Orange juice tenderizes the chicken and adds a touch of sweetness while the garlic and oregano add a Mediterranean flair. Skewred with salty kalamata olives, these kabobs have a special touch to set them apart during your […]

I did a Liver Detox + I’m sharing my results

  I wanted to share my experiences with the completion of my first liver support program. It opened my eyes to the importance of a functioning detox and lymphatic system and proved to be the missing piece to my current diet and lifestyle post-partum. Meals aren’t always well-rounded and sleep is certainly interrupted which limits […]

Cherry Pie Bars (Paleo, AIP, Vegan, No Sugar Added)

cherry pie bars paleo

    These Paleo, AIP, Grain-Free Cherry Pie Bars are low sugar but so satisfying! The crust is made with sweet potato for an extra dose of veggies making them kid-friendly in taste and nutrition!   These Cherry Pie Bars have become a classic summertime treat in our household. Perfect for the Fourth of July or […]

BBQ Pulled Pork with Tangy Carolina Sauce from The Healing Kitchen

bbq pulled pork paleo

  I shared this recipe for AIP-friendly BBQ Pulled Pork with Tangy Carolina Sauce back in 2015, but it was seriously buried in a long post about The Healing Kitchen! It’s so delicious and perfect for your nightshade-free summer BBQ I wanted to bring it to the forefront.   If you haven’t picked up a […]

Beet & Berry Detox Smoothie

beet berry smoothie

    This Beet & Berry Detox Smoothie is another recipe that turned me from a beet hater into a beet lover. My Beet, Grapefruit + Fig Salad is another delish option! I posted about this on Instagram + had a lot of you interested in the ratios! I’ve made this too beet-y in the […]

Caramel Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (sweetener-free!)

vanilla bean ice cream

    I feel like I have some convincing to do in this post. Caramel Vanilla Bean Ice Cream without any sugar added whatsoever? It sounds sacrilegious and like total BS, I know. But really it’s real food MAGIC. And you’re going to be happily surprised! And you won’t believe what the caramel is made from […]

Paleo Poutine with Bone Broth Gravy

paleo poutine

    This Paleo Poutine is made with white sweet potato fries, bone broth gravy and tender, sweet roasted garlic in place of the cheese curds. It’s dairy-free, Whole30 and gluten-free. This has to be the healthiest poutine you could eat!   Poutine is one of the national dishes of Canada. Canadians hold it near […]

Stainless Steel: Non-Toxic, High-Performance Cookware

stainless steel cookware

    In the advent of convenience, a host of non-stick skillets, pans and pots have entered the cookware market. Made from a synthetic polymer and multiple chemicals, they may not be the best choice for the health of you and your family.   It’s hard to rationalize cooking your organic, fresh from the farm […]

Breakfast Fries with Bacon-Chive Crumble (Paleo, AIP, Whole30)

  The question here isn’t “Why would you eat fries for breakfast?” It’s “Why the heck not?” These Paleo AIP Whole30 Breakfast Fries with Bacon-Chive Crumble came about on a Sunday morning. I wanted a hearty breakfast full of veggies and bacon, but I didn’t want ANOTHER skillet. I do a lot of skillets. No […]