Spicy Sauteed Snow Peas

2 c. snow peas, de-stringed (using fingertips, pinch one end of the snow pea, break off the very tip and then pull this piece, along with the stringy membrane that holds the pod together, back along the flat side of the snow pea to remove it. Repeat on the other end) 1 garlic clove, sliced…

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Baby Back Baked Ribs

Rib Rub: 1 T. sea salt 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp dried oregano dash clove 1/2 tsp each: black pepper and chili powder (omit for AIP) 1 rack of baby back ribs, preferably pastured and/or humanely raised Rub ribs with the rub at least 1 hour prior to cooking or apply to ribs and…

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Asian Chicken Salad

4 c. green cabbage, thinly sliced 1/2 c. julienne carrots 1/2 c. julienne snow peas 1/2 c. julienne radishes 2 scallions sliced thin 1/4 c. almonds or cashews, chopped 1 large chicken breast, cooked, diced Asian Ginger Salad dressing Place everything in a bowl and toss well.  Serves 2-4 people.  Also, delicious as left overs.

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Peach, Avocado, and Rosie Basil Salad

1 peach sliced 1/2 avocado sliced 2 scallions sliced thinly on the diagonal 2-3 sprigs of Rosie basil or sweet basil, leaves removed and larger leaves torn smaller 4 c. mixed greens Layer greens in a large bowl and top with everything else.  Dress with Stacey’s Salad Dressing or drizzle with extra virgin olive oil…

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Sort of Like, an Antipasto Plate

As an hor d’oeuvre, for lunch or snack, I love to put together a plateful of finger foods.  It is completely satisfying to eat with my fingers; it is primal, instinctual, easy, and I find joy in licking my fingers after an especially delicious bite.  So why not eat this way more often, slow down…

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Juicy Baked Chicken Breast

It seems so simple, baked chicken breast, but if not careful, chicken can end up dry.  This method will allow the chicken to be juicy.  Please pay attention to the cook time and observe the chicken to determine when it is done.  When the chicken feels firm, yet still has a slight give when pressed…

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Cilantro-Walnut Pesto

An alternative and equally delicious option for this pesto: replace cilantro in the recipe with an equal amount of another herb like basil, parsley, arugula or a combination of these. 6 c. cilantro, woody/tough stems removed, lightly packed into blender 1 c. walnuts 1 c. extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, grated 1 T.…

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Asian Ginger Salad Dressing

2 T. raw sugar or 1 T. honey 1/4 c. raw apple cider vinegar 1 T. rice wine vinegar 1 T. extra virgin olive oil 3-4 T. Braggs Amino Acids 1 tsp. dijon mustard 1 T. ketchup 1 garlic clove grated 3 inches grated ginger root pinch of red pepper flakes Whisk ingredients until sugar…

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Sweet Potato and Golden Beet Salad with Herb Vinaigrette a.k.a. Mayo-less Mayo Mix Nutrient Dense Potato Salad

My friend blends spices that are delectable and easy to use.  They are meticulously blended herb combinations with sea salt designed to add flavor, trace minerals, flavonoids, polyphenols, and vitamins to elevate any dishes’ nutritional content.  They are a one-stop-shop at Flavortown.   I have used this herb blend on salmon, chicken, burgers, in tuna…

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Kale Salad with White Nectarines and Bacon Dressing

Kale grows abundantly in my garden with little effort from me, which I both love and hate.  Kale takes over my garden, robbing sun from thyme and lettuce that sit beneath it’s towering presence.  However, kale growing so monstrous disguises that I am new to gardening.  It displays its’ height by early summer, continuing to…

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