What you need: 6 oz. coarsely ground coffee beans 6 cups cold water How to make it: In a large container, combine coffee beans and water. Make sure all the coffee beans are covered and saturated. Cover and allow to sit overnight, 24 hours is ideal. You can store it in the fridge or room temp. Set a …
Chocolate Chip Cookieish-Cakeish Yumminess
Moda Food’s Chocolate Chip Cookie – Cakeish Yumminess The timing of this recipe might seem a bit strange because it is the holiday season. What can I say? I like to buck the trend. The other day I was in a funk, and I thought…what’s the best de-funkifier? Why baking and chocolate, of course. Truth be told, I am a better cook …
Grandma Nelson’s Hungarian Goulash
I found another hidden treasure of my mom’s in my recipe book. I have had this for years, never having cooked it myself. When I flipped the recipe over and read the back a few days ago, I found another hidden gem. My mom had included a little historical blurb about herself, my Aunt Bunny and GG Nelson: “As young …
Mom’s Raisin-Cranberry Chutney
Mom’s Raisin-Cranberry Chutney (Paleofied) This time of year is the best, with the crispness of the air, the changing of the foliage, (or at least what I see posted by my friends who live somewhere other than Southern California ;)), the pumpkin spice everything, and the feeling that the holidays are right around the corner. I cook a lot, …
Food Fanaticism
I know you’ve met them. Those people who are so devoted to their way of eating that they will defend it at all costs as the ONLY way to eat. You’ve seen their criticism on other SM sites, telling anyone and everyone that they are doing it wrong. This is simply crazy-making. Food Fanaticism. I must confess there were times …
Yeah! Bananas!
Bananas are portable, inexpensive, and delicious. It is no wonder they are the most popular fruit in the United States and amongst the most popular in the world. Packed with nutrients and undeniably healthy, bananas are high in vitamin B6, manganese, vitamin C, potassium, biotin, copper, fiber, and three of the nine essential amino acids. 6 Good Reasons to Eat …
Perfect Paleo Burger
I was seriously craving a Perfect Paleo Burger yesterday. This recipe was soooooo good. The bonus? Those fried thing-a-ma-jigs (that is an industry term) on top are parsnips and I happened to have some that I needed to use. I didn’t make the fancy avocado mousse, we just added some slices. Yum! Prep Time10 mins Cook Time12 mins Total Time22 mins Servings: 3 Perfect …
Berry Lemonade ACV Drink
Berry Lemonade ACV Drink. You’ve most likely already heard about the amazing powers of Apple Cider Vinegar. From helping weight loss to preventing heartburn. From boosting energy to stabilizing blood sugar (really awesome for Type 2 diabetics!!!). From preventing tumors to lowering blood pressure. It’s kind of crazy what apple cider vinegar can do, right?! You’ve most likely already heard about …
Keep Those Avocado Seeds!
We all know how healthy avocados are and we should all eat at least one avocado every day. You can add this delicious fruit to almost anything, salads, and meals or make a sandwich with an avocado. Or, if you love nachos, just make a homemade guacamole. I usually add avocado to my salads and it is super delicious. But, …