Saturday, May 21, 2011

Almond Chicken Bok Choy


1 Tbsp Olive oil
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken parts cut in bite size pieces
3 small Zucchini sliced in bite sized pieces
2 Bok Choy bunches, leaves separated
2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
2 tsp Ginger
4 Tbsp Almond Butter
1/4 tsp lemon pepper

On medium heat warm a skillet with olive oil, once warm, add chicken. When about half-way cooked, add garlic, ginger, and 2 Tbsp almond butter, stirring frequently. Once chicken is fully cooked, add zucchini, bokchoy, 2 tbsp almond butter, and lemon pepper. Cover skillet and turn heat to simmer about 10 mins until veggies are cooked, again stirring frequently to coat everything with sauce. Makes 4 servings ENJOY!

Saturday, May 14, 2011

Chocolate Strawberry Mousse



1/4 C Almond Butter
1 Tbsp unsweetened Cocoa powder
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1/8 tsp Vanilla
1/4 C Coconut Milk
1/2 C Strawberries
Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth. The longer the blender is going the warmer the mixture will get. Pour into bowl, then freeze until chilled (5-10 mins). Can eat alone or used as a dip for fruit. Makes 2 servings, Enjoy!

Herbs-Guide to plants, 500 photographs, recipes and crafts


This handy book provides all the information you need to grow, harvest, and use popular herbs.
-comprehensive. full-color, 200-page herb directory
-Culinary and medicinal use
-Tips on companion planting
-Recipes for herbal handicrafts, remedies, and aromatherapy



THE PALEO DIET FOR ATHLETES

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Loren Cordain, Ph.D., follows his success of The Paleo Diet with the first book ever to detail the exercise-enhancing effects of a diet similar to that of our Stone Age ancestors.

When The Paleo Diet was published, advocating a return to the diet of our ancestors (high protein, plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables), the book received brilliant reviews from the medical and nutritional communities. Jennie Brand-Miller, coauthor of the bestselling Glucose Revolution, called it "without a doubt the most nutritious diet on the planet." Doctors Michael and Mary Dan Eades, authors of Protein Power, said, "We can't recommend The Paleo Diet highly enough."

Now Dr. Cordain joins with USA triathlon and cycling elite coach Joe Friel to adapt the Paleo Diet to the needs of athletes. The authors show:
o Why the typical athletic diet (top-heavy with grains, starches, and refined sugars) is detrimental to recovery, performance, and health
o How the glycemic load and acid-base balance impact performance
o Why consumption of starches and simple sugars is only beneficial in the immediate post-exercise period

At every level of competition, The Paleo Diet for Athletes can maximize performance in a range of endurance sports.
 
 

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Burgers and Fries


2 turkey burgers seasoned with Montreal chicken seasoning
2 tbsp guacomole
1 tbsp salsa
1/2 c cucumbers sliced linkwise to form "fries"
4 celery stalks cut 3 inches long

Take one burger and spread guacomole and salsa over it. Top with second burger. Dip "fries" in salsa and guacomole. Enjoy!
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Monday, May 9, 2011

Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

2 pounds whole lean Pork Loin
2 28oz. cans Diced tomatoes
4 zucchinis diced
1 cauliflower head chopped up
1 Can chopped mushrooms
2 tbsp Basil
2 Tbsp Garlic cloves chopped
1 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
1/2 tbsp coriander

 Add all ingredients together and cook on low for 6-8 hrs. Sprinkle with Mrs. Dash for even more flavor. ENJOY!!

Egg Muffins

12 Eggs
3 Zucchini
1 green bell pepper
1/2 C green onions
3 C baby spinach leafs
3 Large Sausage links
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic
Parsley

Preheat over 350 degrees, spray 2 muffin pans. Cook sausage in pan. In a large bowl whisk the eggs well. In a food processor mix zucchini, pepper, onions and seasonings. Add mixture to eggs, finely chop spinach by itself in food processor, then add to egg mixture. Stir cooked sausage into egg mixture. Pour into muffin pans, sprinkle parsley on top and bake 25 mins or until they are firm in the middle. Remove from pan and add guacamole and salsa to the top...Enjoy!
Makes 24 servings, can freeze leftovers.

Add ins: Chopped Kalmata Olives, Feta cheese (not paleo)

Sunday, May 8, 2011

*Food Find* Smoked Andouille Sausage

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Paleo friendly sausage found at Safeway

Monday, May 2, 2011

Chocolate Butter


1 C Almond Butter
2 TBSP Hershey's Cocoa (no sugar)
1 tsp. Cinnamon
Strawberries or other fruit (apples, Bananas, berries etc.)

Microwave Almond butter in bowl for 30 seconds, stir in cocoa and cinnamon until smooth. Dip strawberries in dip and ENJOY!!!