Tag Archives: grain free

Grilling for Memorial Day

I love grilling for two reasons. First, grilling pretty much means we’re having marinated peppers, which are my favorite. Second, it means that my hubby is doing most of the work. I love to cook, but I love a break, … Continue reading

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Get yourself rhubarb, quick!

Rhubarb is one of those blink-and-you’ll-miss it foods. It’s really only in season the tail end of April through middle May, although I occasionally see it at the Farmer’s Markets in the fall. And I’m so jazzed that I saw … Continue reading

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Roasted Celeriac and broccoli Soup (aka leftover veggie soup)

Someone mentioned going on a nightshade free diet (i.e. avoiding potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, etc.) and I got to thinking about my favorite potato-like veggie: celery root, or celeriac. This bizarre looking vegetable has a mild, celery like flavor and is … Continue reading

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Tropical bananas

This dish was “born” when I wanted a change from caramelized bananas and wanted to use coconut, too. So I threw a few things together, and voila! Dessert. It’s got a subtle sweetness, and is super easy. Any dessert that … Continue reading

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Quinoa Italiana

Ok, I know there’s nothing Italian about quinoa, but boy, does quinoa go well with traditional Italian flavors like tomato, basil and pine nuts. I’ve enjoyed quinoa for years, but usually did it with a southwestern twist. But I wanted … Continue reading

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