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Salted Caramel Ice Cream (Paleo and Low Carb Options)
Salted Caramel ice cream is one of my favorite flavors. The combination of sweet and salty is just perfect. This recipe is intended to be paleo…
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5 Tips for A Whole30 Compliant 4th of July
Summer is here and that means lots of summer barbecues, but it can be hard to navigate these gatherings to find healthy foods. If you're not…
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Grain Free Trail Mix (Paleo and Low Carb)
Today I'm sharing a paleo and low carb trail mix that makes a great portable snack. With the warmer weather it's a great time to go hiking or spend…
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Grain Free Chocolate Chip Cookies (Paleo)
Who doesn't need a tried and true grain free chocolate chip cookie recipe? You guys! I'm so excited about sharing this one. You see, this…
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Easy Weeknight Meatballs (Paleo and Low Carb)
It's been awhile since I've had a blog post, not because I've given up on low carb/paleo eating, but because life changes have limited my space (and…
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Paleo Baked Apples
Apples are in season right now so it's a perfect time to enjoy a natural dessert of paleo bakes apples. The baked apples have all the flavors of…
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Creamy Bacon Vinaigrette (Low Carb and Dairy Free Option)
Having an easy, homemade salad dressing makes a great real food kitchen staple. Before I changed my diet the only salad dressing I would use was…
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Asian Lettuce Wraps (Paleo and Low Carb)
I'm so excited about growing a garden this spring/summer! Normally I don't have a green thumb and end up killing everything I try and grow. This…
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Chocolate and Candied Orange Peel Ice Cream
In April I attended Paleo f(x) in Austin, TX. It was a great opportunity to listen to leading experts, doctors, and scientists in the paleo and low…
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Mediterranean Spiced Carrots
It's always nice to have a handful of homemade spice mixtures on hand to jazz up the typical veggie side dishes I eat. Making your own spice…
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Chocolate Cake Roll (Grain Free)
I just got back from the Paleo f(x) conference in Austin, TX. What a wonderful long weekend filled with lots of paleo information, friendly people,…
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Carolina BBQ Chicken Wings (Paleo and Low Carb)
Living in South Carolina means lots of BBQ...it's a pretty big deal here. What makes barbecue different in South Carolina is that the sauce is…
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Grain Free Swirl Brownies (Paleo)
My friend Carol wrote this fabulous ebook called, Indulge. It has delicious grain free dessert recipes and one of my favorites is a flourless…
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Instant Carob (or Chocolate) Pudding (Dairy Free and Paleo)
So what exactly is carob? Carob powder is made from the dried pods of the carob tree and is a substitute for chocolate. It has a rich chocolate…
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Lobster Fettuccine Alfredo from Make It Paleo II
When I received Make it Paleo II in mail, I immediately flipped through it to check out the gorgeous pictures. I ended up showing my Mom and she…
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Italian Noodle Soup (Paleo and Gluten Free)
In the last year or two my Dad had been trying to eat better and lose some weight. I had asked him several times to try going gluten/grain free for…
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Coconut Cinnamon Cereal from Paleo Eats Cookbook
My friend Kelly created her amazing cookbook, Paleo Eats to help share delicious recipes with those that are trying to make the transition to a grain…
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Caramel Nut Butter Bars (Paleo and Low Carb Options)
My recipe for No Bake Almond Butter Bars are very popular so naturally I had to take them to the next level by adding a layer of homemade caramel.…
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Mashed Rutabaga (Paleo and Low FODMAP)
I have used this time during our 30-Day Clean Eating Challenge to experiment with different veggies. Because of SIBO, I've had to adjust my diet to…
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Roasted Spiced Radishes (Paleo and Low Carb)
When I first changed my diet I started by lowering my carbs and one of the best substitutes for potatoes was radishes. At first I wasn't going…
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Herb Crusted Pork Loin (Low Carb and Paleo)
I usually get all my meat from a local farm that has grassfed beef plus pastured chicken, pork, and turkey. It's so convenient to be a part of the…
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Spiced Chicken Wings (Low Carb and Paleo)
Today is Day 8 of our 30 Day Clean Eating Challenge. So far so good for me and while my diet normal consists of clean low carb and paleo eating,…
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Taco Lettuce Wraps (Paleo and Low FODMAP)
So you may be thinking that the little packet of seasoning you usually buy for tacos can't be all that bad for you. Have you flipped over the…
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Bacon Wrapped Smokies (Low Carb and Paleo)
Yesterday was my 3 year blogiversary! Wow, it's so hard to believe that over 3 years ago I started my journey to health and then decided to…
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Caramel Pecan Clusters (Paleo and Low Carb Option)
With the holiday season upon us traditional desserts are popping up everyone. Caramel Pecan Clusters (aka Turtles) are very popular during the…
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Thanksgiving Side Dishes (Low Carb and Grain Free)
As Thanksgiving approaches we start to put together our meal plans. For some of you it will be a little different this year because you decided to…
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Chocolate Custard (Paleo or Low Carb)
After making the Crème Caramel from the Mediterranean Paleo Cooking cookbook I was inspired to make some more custard this time with chocolate.…
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Braised Short Ribs (Paleo and Low Carb)
As you may know, I'm currently working on getting rid of SIBO. Having SIBO effects digestion which in turn can effect nutrient absorption, weight…
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Crème Caramel and a Review of Mediterranean Paleo Cooking
My friend Caitlin Weeks, from Grass Fed Girl, has been working for years to bring her vision to life. Countless hours of recipe testing,…
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Flourless Chocolate Peppermint Cake (Paleo and Low Carb)
I'm trying to be prepared and get a head start on planning. So I wanted to put together some ideas for tasty paleo desserts for the holidays. One…
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Mashed Celery Root (Paleo, Low Carb, Low FODMAP, SCD)
Good ole celeriac, aka celery root. It's the ugly duckling of the vegetable world. Its weird looking exterior makes people pass right by it in…
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Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies (Paleo and Low Carb)
Last week we had a few days of cooler weather to usher in the Fall season. To celebrate, I wanted to savor the flavors of Fall with some cranberry…
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5 Ingredient Grain Free Desserts
I'm happy to announce my new eCookbook, 5 Ingredient Grain Free Desserts! If you're anything like me you may be a reformed dessert-oholic and even…
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Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Cookies (Paleo and Low Carb)
Hazelnuts have been gaining popularity over the last few years, but it's one nut that I honestly never really used much. I guess I was always a…
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Chocolate Orange Magic Shell (Paleo and Low Carb)
After what feels like weeks of rain, yesterday was actually a sunny day, but it was HOT. Ok maybe I'm exaggerating a little, but I had gotten used…
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Cauliflower and Leek Mash + The Paleo Foodie Cookbook
Cauliflower mash is one of my favorite side dishes. It's so easy to make so I end up making it all the time. I was started to get board with my…
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Dijon Rosemary Chicken Thighs (Paleo and Low Carb)
This past weekend I made this Dijon Rosemary Chicken Thighs and I loved them so much. The flavor was incredible! Chicken has always been my…
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Frozen Hot Chocolate (Paleo and Low Carb)
I'm so ready for cooler weather and flavors like pumpkin, cinnamon, and hot chocolate. There's just no way for me to enjoy hot chocolate right now.…
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Watermelon & Cream Popsicles (Paleo and Dairy Free)
The other week my CSA came with a deliciously ripe Watermelon. I don't usually eat very much fruit, except for the occasional berry, but the…
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Basil and Sun-Dried Tomato Compound Butter
I've been keeping my meals super simple because it's summertime and the delicious vegetables and pastured meat this time of year are just so good on…
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Cucumber “Pasta” Salad (Low Carb and Paleo)
Happy August! As August is upon us there is usually a big push to get back on track with health goals as we approach the holiday season. I know…
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Mojito & Cream Popsicles (Paleo and Low Carb)
When I made lime curd for the Raspberry and Lime Parfaits I knew it would make a great popsicle. Popsicles come in handy during these warm summer…
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Grain Free Ice Cream Sandwiches (Paleo and Low Carb)
You all know I've been obsessed with ice cream this summer. It's been such a great relief from the heat and it's easy to make your own ice cream.…
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Raspberry & Lime Parfaits (Paleo and Low Carb)
Raspberries are in season right now in South Carolina so when the raspberries showed up in my CSA I wanted to make an easy summer dessert that was…
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Paleo Strawberry Shortcake Waffles (Low Carb)
I wanted to make an easy breakfast recipe using the fresh summer berries from my CSA so I decided to switch out the Pumpkin in my Pumpkin Waffles…
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Glazed Chocolate Zucchini Muffins (Paleo and Low Carb)
Zucchini is starting to show up in my CSA each week and although it's one of my favorite vegetables I wanted to use it in a sweet recipe. As you…
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Paleo Cantaloupe Custard
Last week I picked up my usual bag of veggies and as I was driving home I could smell the sweet scent of cantaloupe. In addition to my veggies, I…
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Orange & Cream Ice Cream (Low Carb and Paleo)
So you've probably notice I've been into essential oils lately. I was chatting with the Holistically Engineered Essential Oils Facebook community…
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Red, White, and Blue Parfaits (Low Carb and Paleo Fourth of July Dessert)
Every year I like to celebrate Fourth of July with a fun red, white, and blue dessert. This year I wanted to keep it simple and I wanted it to be…
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Strawberry Lemon Sherbet (Paleo and Low Carb)
When I posted my latest giveaway the other day, you probably thought "Lemon Essential Oil and an Ice Cream Maker...that's on odd combination!"…
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Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken (Paleo and Low Carb)
I love making my own salad dressings. Ever since I stopped eating store bought mayonnaise because it's full of canola oil and/or soybean oil and I…
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Almond Joy Ice Cream Bites (Paleo and Low Carb)
It's official...we totally skipped Spring here in South Carolina. I went out of town for a week and when I got back it was in the upper 90's F with…
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How To Use a Whole Coconut + $100 Gift Card to MightyNest Giveaway
I'll admit it, the thought of handling a whole coconut is a little daunting. Where do you start? The good news is that it's actually pretty easy…
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Green Fries (Low Carb and Paleo)
This past weekend, my family and I were in Connecticut visiting with some of our other family. It was so nice to get to visit with everyone…
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Easy Homemade Ketchup (Paleo, Whole30, No Sweetener Added)
Easy Homemade Paleo Ketchup Recipe Summertime usually means lots of burgers on the grill. When you are eating a bun-less burger it's important to…
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BLT Gazpacho Soup (Paleo and Dairy Free)
As the weather warms up, I end up turning on my oven less and less. Usually I like to have some fresh, no cook meals like salads, but cold soup…
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Coconut Cream and Strawberry Gelatin (Paleo and Dairy Free)
Wow, it's been awhile since I've posted on the blog. I've definitely needed a bit of a break to relax and spend time with friends and family. To…
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Cinnamon “Rice” Breakfast Pudding
Grain Free Cinnamon "Rice" Breakfast Pudding I've talked a lot about how I don't eat eggs for breakfast and it's not because I don't think eggs are…
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Dairy Free Coconut Pudding
I love making gelatin desserts! It's so easy to throw together an easy dessert while getting all of the wonderful gut healing benefits of gelatin.…
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Grain Free Chicken Pot Pies
After making a super easy creamy cauliflower sauce I ended up having some leftovers and I knew it would be perfect in a casserole type dish without…
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Creamy Zucchini Noodles with Bacon (Dairy Free)
So lately I've had an obsession with mashed cauliflower since it's such an easy side dish. I usually steam some frozen organic cauliflower (or…
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Grain Free Buckeye Cookies
Wow, this week is flying by for me. I just got back on Sunday from Paleo f(x) in Austin, TX (there is a post coming on that soon) and this…
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Bacon and Spinach Egg Waffle–Breakfast on the Go!
I personally don't eat eggs for breakfast, but I get lots of requests from blog followers for easy low carb and paleo breakfast options. When I ran…
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Paleo Almond Butter Eggs
Paleo Almond Butter Eggs One of my favorite things to eat during Easter season used to be peanut butter eggs. Seriously when I would see them on…
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Paleo Greek Chicken
I have to admit that I'm so ready for warm weather and the bright flavors of Springtime food. I was so excited to see asparagus and strawberries in…
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Grain Free Almond Joy Cookies
Do you remember back a couple of weeks ago when I posted my recipe for Grain Free German Chocolate Cake Cookies? No? Well if not you should…
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Grain Free Salted Caramel Mug Cakes
I'm obsessed with desserts in a mug lately. Everything from Muffins in a Minute to cookies. Seriously, have you tried my Grain Free Chocolate…
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How to Make Coconut Flour
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make coconut flour? The other day I showed you how easy it is to make homemade coconut milk (check it out here…
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How To Make Coconut Milk
Today we are learning how to make coconut milk. Canned coconut milk is definitely convenient, but unfortunately canned coconut milk often contains…
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Flourless Banana Bread Cookies
I don't often eat bananas because they are pretty starchy and my desk job doesn't really make me need to replenish my glycogen stores...i.e. I'm not…
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Grain Free German Chocolate Cake Cookies
Back in a day I used to make a lot of cakes. Baking was one of my favorite things to do and I even got into cake decorating. These days I prefer…
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Grain Free Thin Mint Mini Cupcakes
This time of year is the season of Girl Scout cookies and probably over indulging in those cookies. It's so easy to overeat them. The good news…
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Paleo Chocolate Soufflé…a Guest Post from Gutsy by Nature
I'm currently doing a sugar detox so making desserts for the blog just isn't in the cards for me right now, but I wanted to make sure you had a…
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How to Make Brussels Sprout Chips
I was so excited when I received a dehydrator for Christmas. I couldn't wait to dive in and start using it! I ended up having brussels sprouts in…
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20 Egg and Grain Free Breakfast Recipes
Yes, an egg-free breakfast is possible. If you're cutting out eggs because you're allergic/have a sensitivity or if you are just tired of eggs for…
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Slow Cooker Pork Loin with Onion Gravy
One of my favorite things to do for dinner on a Sunday is to throw something in the slow cooker while I work on getting ready for the start of the…
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Make Ahead Slow Cooker Mashed Cauliflower
Slow Cooker Mashed Cauliflower One of my favorite side dishes is Mashed Cauliflower. It makes a great substitute for mashed potatoes...you won't…
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Make Ahead Freezer Meatballs
The 30-Day Squeaky Clean Eating Challenge started on Monday so to prepare last weekend I made some make ahead meals so after a long day of work I…
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25+ Clean Eating Recipes and Resources
The new year brings the desire to go back to clean eating. Often times that is accomplished with a reduction of carbs, a Whole30, or 21 Day…
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Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Meringue Cookies
Making meringue cookies only requires a handful of ingredients and they're really easy to make. The great thing about meringue cookies is that they…
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Lemon Meringue Cookies
For the holidays I wanted to make some meringue cookies, but plain meringue cookies seemed a little boring. I also wanted to have a try for those…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Chocolate Pudding
Today I am sharing with you an easy Chocolate Pudding recipe. It only has four ingredients and just takes about 10 minutes to cook. Plus the…
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Toasted Coconut Muddy Buddies
One of my all time favorite desserts around the holidays is Muddy Buddies or Puppy Chow. If you're not familiar with Muddy Buddies/Puppy Chow it's…
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Pumpkin Spice Muffin in a Minute
I like to make quick desserts, especially those that only have a couple of servings so I don't go overboard. Since the holidays are upon us I have…
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7 Ways to Use Up Thanksgiving Leftovers
Thanksgiving is a holiday were food is a major part of the festivities. People usually go all out for Thanksgiving, which means lots of delicious…
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Paleo Pumpkin Waffles
After awhile, every time I would make waffles in my previous waffle iron it would never bake evenly and would end up as a mushy mess. So for months…
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Pecan Pie Frozen Yogurt (Dairy Free)
After making Dairy Free Yogurt, I was so excited to be eating yogurt again that I had to make lots of other recipes that featured it. I overheard…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Paleo Dairy Free Yogurt
This is my new favorite breakfast at the moment. I am in the process of healing my gut and part of that includes getting in lots of good…
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Paleo Green Bean Casserole
For most people the holidays wouldn't be complete without Green Bean Casserole. I have say that I never really liked Green Bean Casserole, but ever…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Magic Shell
When I made my Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream I thought that the creamy pumpkin would pair well with some dark chocolate. I thought back to the old days…
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Almond Butter Balls
One of my favorite recipes is No Bake Almond Butter Bars. This time I wanted to go closer to the original recipe that uses graham cracker crumbs…
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Grain Free Graham Crackers and Graham Cracker Crumbs
I used to eat graham crackers all the time. I'd either slather them with peanut butter (hey I didn't even know almond butter existed) or dip them…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Slow Cooker Ghee (aka Clarified Butter)
I've had a dairy sensitivity for years and even though changing my diet has helped improve my symptoms I still like to limit my dairy. With ghee,…
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Cajun Seasoning
I love to make my own homemade seasoning mixes. I store them in airtight containers and use them whenever I want to add a little spice to my…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Cinnamon Toasted Coconut Cereal
This week I have a special treat for you.....Cinnamon Toasted Coconut Cereal. It's an easy, five ingredient coconut dish that you can enjoy with…
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Broccoli and “Rice” Casserole
I'm always trying to come up with different side dishes to go along with dinner. One of my favorite things to do is to take a regular dish that's…
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Five Ingredient Friday: How to Make Cauliflower Rice
One of the first lessons in my grain-free kitchen was about how to make Cauliflower Rice. One of my favorite low carb and grain free substitutes to…
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Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash a Guest Post by The Rising Spoon
Over the next few months I will be busy working on my next eCookbook, which is scheduled to be out in December 2013. While I'm focused on the new…
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Pumpkin Pancakes a Guest Post by Clean Eats in the Zoo
Over the next few months I will be busy working on my next eCookbook, which is scheduled to be out in December 2013. While I'm focused on the new…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Pumpkin Soup
This week's recipe is my attempt to dive into pumpkin season, without going in the typical dessert arena. This Pumpkin Soup is easy to make and…
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Bacon and Tomato Quiche a Guest Post by Beauty and the Foodie
and Over the next few months I will be busy working on my next eCookbook, which is scheduled to be out in December 2013. While I'm focused on the…
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Sweet Potato Bread a Guest Post from Rethink Simple
Over the next few months I will be busy working on my next eCookbook, which is scheduled to be out in December 2013. While I'm focused on the new…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas
Today I am sharing a easy recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas. These are great served in lettuce wraps or over roasted mushrooms. Feel free to…
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Homemade Fajita Seasoning
I've talked before about how store bought seasoning packets usually have added MSG, preservatives and SUGAR, which is totally unnecessary. So I've…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles)
Today I'm sharing with you how to make Zucchini Noodles (or any kind of vegetable noodle). It isn't a recipe per say, but it's a very valuable…
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Mixed Berry Smoothie
I often get asked about what I put in my smoothies and today I'm going to share my favorite smoothie recipe with you. I use frozen mixed berries…
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Five Ingredient Fridays: Southwest Ranch Chicken
Today's recipe combines taco seasoning and ranch seasoning to create a zesty slow cooker chicken. I like cooking cooking whole chickens in the slow…
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Five Ingredient Friday: Shrimp Scampi with Zoodles
The Five Ingredient Friday recipe this week is an easy Shrimp Scampi with Zoodles (aka Zucchini Noodles). I used my Spiral Slicer to make the…
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Toasted Coconut Butter Cups
Coconut butter is one of my favorite things and I love to eat it by the spoonful. Ever since I made Coconut Chips, I have been obsessed with…
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Savory Zucchini Bread
Today's post is a guest post over at Empowered Sustenance. Because my diet doesn't include grains I often get asked if I miss regular bread. For…
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Five Ingredient Fridays: Taco and “Rice” Bake
Let's face it...we're all busy. Making good decisions in regards to our diets can often be clouded by the fact that our time is limited. Starting…
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Onion Dip
Happy Labor Day! I hope you are able to enjoy some time off and relax a little bit. After I made some Slow Cooker Onions I wanted to come up with…
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Frozen Coconut Lemonade
Over the weekend we had glimmers of Fall like whether here that made me ready to break out the pumpkin recipes. Unfortunately that feeling quickly…
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Slow Cooker Onions
To be honest I have never really liked onions. Sure I'd eat them if they were chopped up really fine and thrown in a dish, but I never really made…
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Salad in a Jar with Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
Between working full time and putting up recipes on the blog/Facebook life is definitely busy. I'm always looking for ways to prepare meals ahead…
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Smoky Citrus Pulled Pork
One of our favorite meals to make is pulled pork in the slow cooker. It's so easy to throw all of the ingredients into the slow cooker and come…
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Strawberry Lime Granita
Today I wanted to share a delicious summer treat that doesn't require an ice cream maker. A Granita is similar to sorbet, except you scrape the…
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Grilled Chicken Teriyaki
Summer is a great time for firing up the grill, so I wanted to bring you a delicious recipe to enjoy. I'm a big fan of chicken teriyaki, but store…
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Blueberry Cobbler Ice Cream
Today's recipe is a guest post for the Paleo Parents. I am a big fan of their blog and love learn about their little Paleo family. Summertime…
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Ice Cream Sandwiches
So apparently this week I am into portable ice cream treats. Did you see the Strawberry Ice Cream Pie ? These Ice Cream Sandwiches are the…
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Buffalo Wing “Hummus”
It's always great to have different dips around for all of the summer BBQs. Instead of serving the dips with chips, sliced veggies or even homemade…
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Dairy Free Vanilla Ice Cream
It's always great to have a quick and easy ice cream recipe. This one goes back to the basics and combines coconut milk and vanilla extract with a…
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Strawberry Ice Cream Pie
It's so easy to make Strawberry Ice Cream with just a few cans of coconut milk and frozen strawberries. I posted this recipe last year when I first…
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Sparkling Watermelon Cooler
The other week I went to pick up my weekly CSA vegetables, when they handed me a watermelon and said "Congrats it's your lucky day...a free…
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Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes with Coconut Cream Filling (Low Carb and Paleo Friendly)
Who doesn't love a good chocolate cupcake? Since tomorrow is my birthday I wanted to make a very special paleo chocolate cupcake to celebrate.…
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Chocolate and Bacon Candies (Low Carb and Paleo Friendly)
I recently polled the Living Low Carb...One Day at a Time Facebook fans and asked "What's better than bacon?" There were a ton of responses, but…
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Frozen Almond Butter Mousse
I love my ice cream maker....seriously it's always running in the summer, but sometimes I forget to put the extra ice cream bowl in the freezer the…
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Onion and Bacon Jam
Onions have been a big part of my CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box so far this year. At first I was a little disappointed because I hardly…
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Hormone Balancing Strawberry Tulsi Gelatin Bites
After coming back from the low carb cruise, I suffered from severe adrenal fatigue most likely caused by many months of stress, lack of sleep, and…
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Battle Bacon: What’s the Best Way to Cook Bacon?
One thing is for sure, people following a low carb or Paleo diet LOVE bacon. I recently found a great source of fresh pastured bacon from a local…
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Paleo Fried Green Tomatoes (Low Carb)
As soon as I saw the the green tomatoes in my CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box, I just knew I needed to make fried green tomatoes. I have…
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Paleo Blueberry Barbeque Sauce
Blueberries are in season here in South Carolina so I've been making a lot of recipes with the blueberries from my CSA (Community Supported…
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Blueberry Coffee Cake (Primal and Paleo Friendly)
It's blueberry season here in South Carolina and I was excited to see blueberries in my CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box this week. I was…
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Homemade Basil Marinara Sauce
When I first saw that basil was in my CSA box this week my first thought was pesto. I had just made Arugula Pesto and still had some leftover so I…
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Almond Butter Coconut Cookies (Low Carb and Paleo)
It's always nice to have an easy cookie recipe. One of my go-to cookie recipes to make is Chocolate Dipped Almond Butter Cookies. One request I get…
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What I Made with My CSA Veggies: Week 2
Last week was Week 2 of participating in a Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA. A CSA allows a group of people to buy a share of the farms…
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Flourless Paleo Brownies with a Special Ingredient (Low Carb)
So lately my recipes have been centered around my CSA veggie box each week, which means lots of savory dishes to share with you guys. Last week I…
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Arugula Pesto and Why You Should Eat More Arugula
Last week in my CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box I had a mysterious bag of lettuce. I wasn't exactly sure what it was so I grabbed a leaf…
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Turnip Cauliflower Mash and the Health Benefits of Turnips
I was just thinking the other week how I hadn't had turnips in awhile and that I should pick some up at the Farmer's Market. Luckily for me, my CSA…
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Guest Post: Ambrosia Jello Mold (Low Carb and Paleo)
While I am away on the Low Carb Cruise I have reached out to some of my favorite low carb or Paleo bloggers to share some delicious recipes with…
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Taco Pizzas (Low Carb and Paleo)
Pizza was always a staple for weekend meals at my house, but when I went low carb I had to get creative with ways to still enjoy pizza. Roasted…
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Chicken Fajita Rolls (Low Carb and Paleo)
Cinco de Mayo is almost here and usually that means lots of parties with Mexican dishes filled with carbs and grains. Luckily for us, now that we…
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Homemade Taco Sauce (Low Carb and Paleo)
You've already seen how easy it is to make Homemade Taco Seasoning that is low carb and paleo, but have you ever looked at the ingredients of store…
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Chicken with Mustard Caper Sauce and Paleo Pen Pals
This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals. I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low…
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Homemade Taco Seasoning (Low Carb and Paleo)
Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe As you can see from the ingredients listed above, store bought taco seasoning contains ingredients that are far…
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Chocolate Muffins in a Minute (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
Throughout the years I've been low carbing I've never really been a fan of Muffins in a Minute (MIMs). The low carb MIMs I have tried in the past…
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Pistachio and Herb Tapenade Pork Chops (Low Carb and Paleo)
Pork Chops make an appearance on our dinner table quite often so I like to try different things to add some variety to our plates. Tapenade is…
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Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
I'm definitely a fan of wrapping things in bacon! As you can tell from my Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs and my Bacon Wrapped Butternut Squash…
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Basil and Garlic Drop Biscuits (Low Carb and Dairy Free)
Every once in awhile I like to have a biscuit with dinner and I love to whip up these drop biscuits. They are so easy to throw together and you can…
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Primal Life Kit Sale (Low Carb & Paleo eBooks and Product Discounts)
When I first started my low carb journey I had two rules 1) NEVER starve myself and 2) Eat good food! I wasn't going to live off lettuce and dry…
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts (Low Carb and Paleo)
I've always thought these little veggies were called Brussel Sprouts. Little did I know they are actually called Brussels Sprouts, which makes sense…
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10,000 Facebook Fans Giveaway
Who's ready for a GIVEAWAY??? In honor of the Living Low Carb...One Day at a Time Facebook Page reaching over 10,000 fans I wanted to share some…
![Permalink to: Paleo Pen Pals and Java Rubbed Pork Chops with Garlic Mustard Sauce](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/java-rubbed-pork-chops_9307_600-150x150.jpg)
Paleo Pen Pals and Java Rubbed Pork Chops with Garlic Mustard Sauce
This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals. I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low…
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Cioppino (Seafood Stew)
This time of year I always enjoy trying out new seafood dishes. I haave been hearing a lot about Cioppino, which is a fish stew that originated in…
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Asian Style “Noodles” (Low Carb and Paleo)
It's always good to have a variety of ways to prepare vegetables so that you do not get stuck in a rut. I have really enjoyed spaghetti squash this…
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Corned Beef Hash (Low Carb)
With St. Patrick's Day right around the corner you will probably have some leftover corned beef to use up. This Corned Beef Hash uses radishes as a…
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Mint “Cheesecake” Brownies (Low Carb and Dairy Free)
Once of my favorite combinations is brownie and cheesecake. Since I'm dairy free I've had to get creative with the cheesecake portion of my…
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Corned Beef and Cabbage Stew (Low Carb and Paleo)
I'm part Irish, so growing up my mom made two things every year for St. Patrick's Day: Corned Beef & Cabbage and Irish Soda Bread. As a kid I…
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Paleo Pen Pals and Paella (Low Carb and Paleo)
This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals. I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low…
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Awaken: 30+ Egg Free and Grain Free Breakfasts Ebook
I can't believe it's finally here! I have been working hard for months developing/testing recipes, taking photos, and editing the book and it's…
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Butternut Squash Breakfast Skillet (Low Carb and Paleo)
Today's recipe is Butternut Squash Breakfast Skillet, which is perfect for breakfast. You may know that I don't eat eggs for breakfast and I have…
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Tuscan Chicken Soup (Low Carb and Paleo)
It's really hard to believe, but we actually had snow flurries in South Carolina. I'm not used to the cold weather especially since most of…
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Lamb Burgers (Low Carb and Paleo)
Back when I was doing my Whole30, I decided to try lamb for the first time. I had read that ground lamb was good for beginners that aren't…
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Chocolate Almond Butter Pie (Low Carb and Dairy Free)
Now that my Whole30 is over, I decided to indulge a little and make some treats for Valentine's Day. Today I'm sharing my Chocolate Almond…
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#Whole30 Taco and “Rice” Stuffed Acorn Squash (Paleo and Low Carb)
My Whole30 is over, but I wanted to share the meal I had on the last day....Taco and "Rice" Stuffed Acorn Squash. I absolutely loved the slightly…
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Days 29-30 and #Whole30 Lemon Pepper Chicken
I'm done! I completed the Whole30! I just realized that I made a lot of recipes with lemon during this Whole30. That might mean that I am deficient…
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Days 26-28 and #Whole30 Lemon Dill Salmon in Parchment
Almost there! Two days away from completing the Whole30. I know it's really bad, but I can't help but flip through this ebook: Indulge: 70 Grain…
![Permalink to: Days 24-25 and #Whole30 Spiced Pork Tenderloin](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/spiced-pork-tenderloin_8377_blog-150x150.jpg)
Days 24-25 and #Whole30 Spiced Pork Tenderloin
Well, there are 5 days left of my Whole30. Overall, this time around has been pretty easy for me so far. I've had fun creating delicious food and…
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Days 22-23 and #Whole30 Buffalo Ranch Chicken Meatballs
Whole 30 Buffalo Ranch Chicken Meatballs When the Super Bowl rolls around I will be two days away from wrapping up my Whole30. That means I…
![Permalink to: Paleo Pen Pals and #Whole30 Cajun Mushroom Encrusted Rainbow Trout](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/paleo-pen-pals_8209_blog1-150x150.jpg)
Paleo Pen Pals and #Whole30 Cajun Mushroom Encrusted Rainbow Trout
This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals. I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low…
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Days 15-16 and #Whole30 Pesto "Noodles" (#LowCarb and #Paleo)
I really wanted some pesto so I decided to throw it on my second favorite noodle substitute...spaghetti squash (second behind zucchini noodles). …
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Days 12-14 and #Whole30 Lemon and Mushroom Chicken
This recipe for Whole30 Lemon and Mushroom Chicken uses my new(ish) kitchen accessory..my Dutch oven. I love throwing meats and veggies in the…
![Permalink to: Days 10 & 11 and #Whole30 Pork Stir Fry (Low Carb and Paleo)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pork-stir-fry_8089_blog-150x150.jpg)
Days 10 & 11 and #Whole30 Pork Stir Fry (Low Carb and Paleo)
One of my favorite things to do when I'm on a Whole30 is to try new things. I try and pick up a new veggie or some other ingredient that I haven't…
![Permalink to: Days 8 & 9 and #Whole30 Beef and "Rice" Stuffed Zucchini (#LowCarb and #Paleo) low carb beef zucchini caulflower](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/beef-stuffed-zuc_8063_blog-150x150.jpg)
Days 8 & 9 and #Whole30 Beef and "Rice" Stuffed Zucchini (#LowCarb and #Paleo)
I am loving this Whole30 thing! I've been feeling great and even losing some of the belly bloat I've had the last few months. Now I need to work on…
![Permalink to: Days 6 & 7 and #Whole30 Slow Cooker Herb Chicken (Low Carb and Paleo) low carb slow cooker herb chicken](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/herb-chicken_8029_blog-150x150.jpg)
Days 6 & 7 and #Whole30 Slow Cooker Herb Chicken (Low Carb and Paleo)
I'm finally back in the swing of things after my work trip. It's nice to be home and in my own kitchen. After being away, I was in desperate need…
![Permalink to: Days 4 & 5 and #Whole30 Apple Cider Vinegar Pork Chops](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/ACV-Pork-Chops_7994_blog-150x150.jpg)
Days 4 & 5 and #Whole30 Apple Cider Vinegar Pork Chops
Whole30 Apple Cider Vinegar Pork Chops I'm still hanging in there! I was able to make it to the grocery store by my hotel and I picked up half an…
Wellness Bundle (#Paleo and #LowCarb Friendly)
In the past 2 months, Todd Dosenberry (also known as Primal Toad) emailed more than a few dozen well-known bloggers to see if they wanted to be part…
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Days 2 & 3 and #Whole30 Cottage Pie (Low Carb and Paleo)
Days 2 and 3 have gone well. I was really nervous about traveling while on the Whole30. I had to travel the last time I did a Whole30, but I had…
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Day 1 and #Whole30 Braised Chicken and Mushrooms (Low Carb and Paleo)
Time to start another Whole30! I cut out sweeteners after Christmas and I have pretty much been eating Whole30 approved meals, but I haven't noticed…
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My #Whole30 and My Favorite Whole30 Recipes (Low Carb and Paleo)
The last half of 2012 was s struggle with a roller coaster of weight gain and loss. A reached a point where even though I was still following a low…
Fried "Rice" (Low Carb and Paleo)
I've really been in the mood for Fried Rice lately, but since Chinese take-out is off limits I needed to use my favorite rice substitute. …
Top Ten Recipes from 2012
As I mentioned on the Living Low Carb...One Day at a Time Facebook page, I had my One Year Blogiversary on Friday. To celebrate this milestone and…
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Teriyaki Chicken Wings (Low Carb and Paleo)
Now that the hustle and bustle of Christmas is over I'm starting to prepare for New Years Eve. I wanted some easy party foods that would be great…
Paleo Pen Pals and Crab Cakes (Low Carb and Paleo)
This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals. I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low…
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs (Low Carb and Paleo)
I decided to continue the bacon wrapped theme by making Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs. These were so delicious and easy to make. All you have to…
Bacon Wrapped Butternut Squash Bites (Low Carb and Paleo)
I've been posting a lot of recipes for sweets lately so I decided to make a great low carb appetizer. My favorite vegetable this winter has been…
Roasted Garlic and Butternut Squash Mash (Low Carb and Paleo)
Since mashed potatoes are not an option during the holiday season I'm always looking for substitutes. This year I tried butternut squash for the…
Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic and Make it Paleo Review
I recently received a copy of The Food Lovers Make It Paleo by Bill Staley and Hayley Mason of The Food Lovers Primal Palate. For those that are…
Low Carb Butternut Squash "Risotto" a Guest Post for Food Renegade (Paleo)
Today's recipe is a guest post for Kristen over at the Food Renegade.I'm always looking for ways to get more veggies on the dinner table. One of my…
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December Low Carb Weight Loss Challenge
To help everyone stay accountable during the holiday season we are doing another Low Carb Weight Loss Challenge. This time around we will have a…
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Paleo Roasted Carrot and Mushroom Soup a Guest Post for Homemade Mommy
During the cold weather months there's nothing better than coming in from the cold and having a big bowl of soup. It warms you up and comforts you…
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Low Carb Salmon Picatta (Gluten Free and Paleo)
After all of the delicious food and excitement over the holidays I wanted an easy meal I could throw together. When I think quick and easy I always…
![Permalink to: Paleo Pen Pals and Cinnamon Swirl Bread (Gluten Free and Low Carb Adaptable)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/cinnamon-swirl_6423_b1-150x150.jpg)
Paleo Pen Pals and Cinnamon Swirl Bread (Gluten Free and Low Carb Adaptable)
This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals. I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low…
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Low Carb Thanksgiving: Garlic Green Beans (Paleo and Gluten Free)
I wanted to round out my Low Carb Thanksgiving with one of my favorite vegetables....Green Beans. I love Garlic, so naturally I had to dress up…
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Low Carb Thanksgiving: Stuffing (Gluten Free and Paleo)
I haven't had Stuffing (or Dressing) in a long time. The last few years I've been trying to pretend like green beans or mushrooms would make me…
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The Great Coconut Aminos Mystery Solved (Low Carb, Gluten Free, Paleo)
Coconut Aminos? You may have noticed that I have been using coconut aminos in many of my recipes lately. Several people have asked me about…
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Low Carb Thanksgiving: Roasted Turkey and Pan Gravy (Gluten Free and Paleo)
My family always spends Thanksgiving at my parents' house every year. My parents, brothers, fiancé, aunts, uncles, and cousins that live in the…
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Comforting Low Carb Dijon Chicken “Noodle” Soup (Gluten Free and Paleo)
The temperature is starting to drop and that usually means sickness is around the corner. My fiancé wasn't feeling well this week so I decided to…
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10 Ways to Use Coconut Oil
By now you have probably seen coconut oil used in a lot of low carb and paleo recipes, but did you know there are several other ways to use coconut…
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Low Carb Roasted Garlic, Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops (Gluten Free and Dairy Free)
I have really been enjoying roasted garlic lately. I love the taste of garlic and when it's roasted it adds creaminess to dishes (like my Roasted…
![Permalink to: Low Carb Pot Roast with Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower (Gluten Free and Dairy Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/pot-roast_5715_b11-150x150.jpg)
Low Carb Pot Roast with Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower (Gluten Free and Dairy Free)
I was excited to pick up my shinny new Dutch oven. I've been wanting one for a long time, but I wasn't willing to spend the money on it. Well,…
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Grain Free Cooking Classes
So you made the switch to a low carb diet. You cut out pasta and bread, but maybe you are still having digestive problems or joint pain. If you…
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Low Carb “Potato” Soup with Turkey (Gluten Free and Dairy Free)
The weather here in South Carolina keeps playing tricks on me. One day it's a crisp, cool, fall day and the next is is back in the 80's. Although I…
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Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs (paleo and low carb)
Raise your hand if you love meatballs? Raise your hand if you love Chicken Teriyaki? I see you over there raising your hand! Well, guess what I…
![Permalink to: Low Carb "Apple" Crisp (Gluten Free and Dairy Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/apple+crisp_4415_resize-150x150.jpg)
Low Carb “Apple” Crisp (Gluten Free and Dairy Free)
Yum, "Apple" Crisp. Can't you just smell the holidays? It's hard to believe we are over halfway through October and the holidays will be right around…
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Salmon with Dill Mustard Sauce (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
Weeknights are usually hectic around here. I simply don't have the time to spend my busy nights stuck in the kitchen. I'm always looking for fast…
![Permalink to: Nightshade Free BBQ Sauce and Cocktail Franks (Low Carb and Gluten Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/cocktail-franks_5055_b1-150x150.jpg)
Nightshade Free BBQ Sauce and Cocktail Franks (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
So I have to admit, my favorite thing to bring to a party was Cocktail Franks in BBQ sauce. It was so easy to throw everything in a slow cooker and…
![Permalink to: Dijon Pork Stuffed Zucchini (Low Carb and Gluten Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/stuffed-zuc_4315_b1-150x150.jpg)
Dijon Pork Stuffed Zucchini (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
Even though the peak of zucchini season is over I still enjoy zucchini a few times during the week. It's my go-to low carb vegetable because it is…
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Game Day Hot Dog Chili (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
One thing I absolutely love about Fall is football season. My love for football started back in high school when I was part of the color guard…
![Permalink to: Italian Wedding Soup (Low Carb and Gluten Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/italian-wedding-soup_4815_blog-150x150.jpg)
Italian Wedding Soup (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
Fall is officially upon us so that means soup season is here! Yes, I know it is still ridiculously hot in South Carolina, but when I have the AC on…
![Permalink to: Coconut Lime Chicken (Low Carb and Paleo)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/coconut-lime_4192_blog-150x150.jpg)
Coconut Lime Chicken (Low Carb and Paleo)
This Coconut Lime Chicken recipe is the perfect choice for a hot summer day, or when you miss summer a lot. The tart lime and salty coconut aminos…
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Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken Breast (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
I always like coming up with different ways to eat chicken breast. Chicken is one of my favorite foods and even though I try to add some variety to…
![Permalink to: Bacon Meatballs (Low Carb and Gluten Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/bacon-meatball_4057_crop-150x150.jpg)
Bacon Meatballs (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
I was trying to think of some ideas to serve at parties during football season. I ran across Against All Grain's post about party ideas and I…
![Permalink to: Chicken Piccata (Low Carb and Gluten Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/chicken-piccata_3953_500-150x150.jpg)
Chicken Piccata (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
Last week was a pretty stressful week for me because I was shopping around for a new car. After work each evening I would head to the car…
![Permalink to: Strawberry Ice Cream (Low Carb, Dairy Free, and Gluten Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/strawberry-ice-cream_tuneblog-1-150x150.jpg)
Strawberry Ice Cream (Low Carb, Dairy Free, and Gluten Free)
Last week I posted my version of Low Carb Moose Tracks Ice Cream. Well even though I'm late to the ice cream party, I couldn't stop there! I had…
![Permalink to: Ground Beef Skillet (Low Carb and Gluten Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/hamburger-helper_3612_500-150x150.jpg)
Ground Beef Skillet (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
I had a long day at work so I wanted an easy one pan dish that didn't require much effort. I ending up throwing a bunch of veggies with some ground…
![Permalink to: Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs (Low Carb and Gluten Free)](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/short-ribs_3453_blog-150x150.jpg)
Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
I've been looking for different cuts of meat to try and the short ribs looked great so I decided to pick up a few pounds. I am sure glad I did! The…
![Permalink to: Whole30-Day 30 and Italian Beef "Sandwiches"](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/italian-beef_3338_blog-150x150.jpg)
Whole30-Day 30 and Italian Beef “Sandwiches”
Whole 30 Italian Beef Sandwiches I have now completed Day 30 of Whole30. I love the way that I feel after completing the program. A few people…
![Permalink to: Whole30-Day 29 and Pork Burgers](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/pork-burgers_3326_blog-150x150.jpg)
Whole30-Day 29 and Pork Burgers
I have now completed Day 29 of Whole30. I am almost finished with the 30 days of the Whole30 Program, but I am far from finished. There are several…
![Permalink to: Whole 30 Meatloaf Recipe](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/meatloaf_3304_blog-1-150x150.jpg)
Whole 30 Meatloaf Recipe
I have now completed Day 28 of Whole30. It was so great to be back in my kitchen after traveling and going out to eat. I was glad to be home and…
![Permalink to: Whole30-Day 23 and "Breaded" Chicken Thighs](https://holisticallyengineered.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/breaded-chicken_3253_blog-150x150.jpg)
Whole30-Day 23 and “Breaded” Chicken Thighs
I have now completed Day 23 of Whole30. While on this Whole30 Program, I have been pleasantly surprised with how well spices create a breading like…
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Whole30-Day 22 and Turnip Fries
I have now completed Day 22 of Whole30. I will be traveling again for work this week and so I did not cook a make ahead breakfast for the week. The…
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Whole30-Day 21 Dijon Chicken Thighs
I have now completed Day 21 of Whole30. It was so great to be back in my kitchen after traveling and going out to eat. I was glad to home, but I…
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Whole30-Day 17 and Pumpkin Chili with Roasted Turnip Fries
I have now completed Day 17 of Whole30. For some reason I have really felt like making chili and stews lately. Yes, I realize it is extremely hot…
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Whole30-Day 16 Dijon Pork Tenderloin and Mashed Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic
I have now completed Day 16 of Whole30. Since I will be traveling this week and away from my beloved kitchen I decided to make a "fancy" meal for…
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Whole30-Day 15 Prosciutto Wrapped Cucumber and Slow Cooker “Apples”
I have now completed Day 15 of Whole30. Things are still going well and I love how I feel on this Whole30 Plan. I am a little nervous because I…
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Whole30-Day 14 and Ranch Fries
I have now completed Day 14 of Whole30. The water I was retaining seems to be going away so it must have been something I ate. I'm still trying…
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Whole30-Day 13 and Ranch Chicken Skewers
I have now completed Day 13 of Whole30. I am retaining some weight today and I'm not exactly sure what it is from. It could be the shrimp or it…
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Whole30-Day 12 and Pesto Shrimp
I have now completed Day 12 of Whole30. I had a dream that I made cookies using almond flour and almond butter. In my dream, I woke up all…
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Whole30-Day 11 and Spiced Chicken Thighs
I have now completed Day 11 of Whole30. I was slightly hungrier today and it seems like I cannot seem to go more than 5 hours without eating. I…
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Whole30-Days 9 and 10 and Rosemary and Thyme Chicken Thighs
I have completed Days 9 and 10 of the Whole30. Overall I'm still feeling really great. My hunger is in control though sometimes I'm still afraid…
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Whole30-Day 8 and Spinach and Mushroom Chicken Roulade
I have now completed Day 8 of Whole30. When I woke up this morning I wasn't very hungry. I eventually made myself some breakfast, but I could only…
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Whole30-Day 7 and Turkey Pesto Meatballs
I have now completed Day 7 of Whole30. I tried cutting back on snacks today and it feels like I should be snacking especially when I'm sitting at…
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Whole30-Day 6 and Italian Chicken
I have now completed Day 6 of Whole30. Starting last night I cut out nightshades (except for the small amount that is in my Breakfast Sausage. I…
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Whole30-Day 5 and Garlic Peppercorn Chicken Thighs
I have now completed Day 5 of Whole30. Last time I mentioned starting to notice some itchiness and redness on my arms occasionally. It Starts…
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Whole30-Day 4 and Blackened Pork Chops
I have now completed Day 4 of Whole30. I am starting to notice some itchiness and redness on my arms after I eat. I'm not 100% sure what is…
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Whole30-Day 3 and Spiced Tilapia
I have now completed Day 3 of Whole30. I'm stilling feeling a bit hungry after dinner/before bedtime, but other than that my hunger issues have…
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Whole30-Day 2 and Sliders with Mushrooms
I'm now on Day 2 of Whole30. My cravings for sweets are still in control the only hunger issues I've had are at night between dinner and bedtime. …
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Whole30-Day 1 and Roasted Chicken Thighs
If you missed it yesterday, I started doing the Whole30 Program in an effort to get my hunger and cravings under control. Things are going well so…
Whole30-Day 0 and Homemade Sausage
The official Whole30 Program starts today and I've seen so many people make the commitment to participate. I decided to do the Whole30 after…
Grilled Ranch Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Grilled Ranch Chicken. I have been on a search for a replacement for my beloved ranch seasoning and…
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Low Carb Kale Chips
While watching TV I saw a recipe for Kale Chips. I've never had kale, but I saw how crispy they got in the oven and I thought they would make a good…