where real food meets real life
I was a guest on the Real Food for Real Life podcast by eMeals this week! We talked about how when I committed to Paleo back in 2012, I had to take a budget-minded approach to recipes and meal planning -- not to mention step up my food game to feed a reluctant family of four. Those two things ...
When it comes to Paleo there is a host of confusion. You may have heard some say salt or vinegars aren't Paleo compliant and yet others boast brownie, pancake and mac-n-cheese recipes that are Paleo approved. If you've ever wondered why on earth someone isn't eating nightshades on Paleo (tomatoes, ...
My entire philosophy for taking a frugal approach to Paleo comes down to this: plan for it, shop for it, and eat everything you buy. Of course, there's always more to it. Since this blog is about where real food meets real life, there are a few things I just have to share with you guys so you can ...
Hard-boiled eggs, pre-baked sweet potatoes, a delicious portion of roasted chicken or pork, and freshly simmered bone broth -- all items we know in Paleo make up the backbone of nutrient-dense, simple meals. Yet, while we're juggling life it always feels like these are the "extras" that I just can't ...
Have you cooked with harissa yet? It’s a North African and Middle Eastern staple that I’ve been curious about for a while now. The core ingredients are chile peppers, garlic, olive oil, and spices like cumin and coriander. Different regions have their own spin on harissa, but for the most part this garlicky, spicy paste…
I love finding creative ways to revamp leftovers, and this BBQ Pork & Butternut Squash Skillet recipe is a perfect example of what we can do with the “next meal potential” of a big batch of pulled pork. Pulled pork is a staple in my home, meaning it happens a couple times a month. I like…
Replace the ginger beer with gut-healing ginger kombucha in this healthier riff on the traditional Moscow Mule? Sure. Let’s! Kombucha Mules are the next big thing! First, I need to spend a minute to tell you about a sensational little spot in Post Alley off of Pike Place Market in Seattle. Every time I find…
Here’s how to use this recipe: Top it with Shrimp Scampi. Top it with roasted chicken. Top it with baked salmon. Top it with Italian sausage. Top it with a runny fried egg. This recipe fits nicely in your back pocket. It’s fancy enough for a dinner party and easy enough for a boring Monday…
Of all the vegetables I thought I would enjoy in my life, never were Brussels sprouts high on that list. And yet here I am, enjoying these little guys weekly. There are a couple reasons why Brussels sprouts have crept into my meal plans as an always-reliable veggie to have on hand. They’re typically inexpensive…
If there’s one thing we all know, it’s that things change. A killer Friday night now involves Anthony Bourdain reruns and yoga pants, for example (#noshame). And when it comes to a healthy dinner, a veggie dish no longer nets out as just a side salad. Most of us don’t really eat as many vegetables as we…
Attention Comfort Food Lovers! I’m bringing you a classic recipe made with junk-free ingredients: onion soup brisket. Served with a silky pan gravy, it puts the perfect finishing touch on this savory beef recipe. I was cruising through Whole Foods again last weekend and found myself at the meat counter. Shocker, I know. The brisket…
