The Perfect Poached Egg

The Perfect Poached Egg

Posted on March 09, 2010 by Sarah in Breakfast, Food, News | 4 Comments

Sick of scrambled eggs – try poached!  I always assumed that poached eggs were for folks who had more culinary expertise and patience then little ol’ me.  Although I love to cook - I find more frustration then satisfaction when trying to make ANYTHING that is as lovely and delicate as a poached egg.  BUT – thanks to [...]

Garlic Beef Stew and Savory Cauliflower Mash

Garlic Beef Stew and Savory Cauliflower Mash

Posted on March 03, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 2 Comments

It’s been raining like crazy and cold here in Chico, so what’s better to warm up the body and soul than some stew.  This recipe is almost too easy – total comfort food AND it’s super diverse.  Here is the basic recipe but I say add whatever you want and I bet it will be even better!  Oh, and I’m mildly [...]

Eat your greens!!

Eat your greens!!

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, Lunch, MealPlan, News | 5 Comments

There are so MANY wonderful reasons to eat your greens (kale, chard, collard greens, etc….)  Eating greens provide the body with vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, magnesium, manganese, potassium, iron, vitamin E, dietary fiber, copper, calcium, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc, folate, biotin, niacin and pantothenic acid. Need I say more??  YES, I should say [...]

Sirloin Dijon and Brussel Sprouts

Sirloin Dijon and Brussel Sprouts

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 5 Comments

This dish reminded me of beef stroganoff, but better!!  I did use some heavy whipping cream so if you want to stay away from the dairy component in this dish, I would substitute with chicken broth and add more mustard to make it a bit tangier rather then creamy.
Sirloin Dijon
1 1/2 lbs thinly sliced sirloin [...]

Garden Fresh Meatballs

Garden Fresh Meatballs

Posted on February 18, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, Lunch, News | 6 Comments

These meatballs are a great spin on the classic meatball – no need for sauce with these and they are full of fresh garden flavors!   I just made them this morning for the kids to have for dinner and I packed a few for myself to take with me to they gym…  Enjoy!
Garden Fresh Meatballs
1.5 lbs [...]

Pork Loin with Peppers, Mushrooms, N’ Onions

Pork Loin with Peppers, Mushrooms, N’ Onions

Posted on February 15, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 4 Comments

This meal only took about 20 minutes to prepare and it tasted gourmet - even as my two year old cave boy sat on the table and tore into his piece like it was still trying to get away….
Pork Loin with Peppers, Mushrooms, N’ Onions
2 organic red bell peppers sliced
1 package of sliced porcini mushrooms
1 red onion sliced
1 thinly sliced [...]

Paleo “Lasagna”

Paleo “Lasagna”

Posted on February 11, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 7 Comments

My friend Christina, submitted the recipe for the awesome walnut red pepper dip that I introduced in my Super Bowl blog, also sent me a recipe for paleo lasagna.  I revised her recipe based on the ingredients I had on hand and this is what I came up with .  This was a big hit with my family and [...]

Super Bowl 2010….

Super Bowl 2010….

Posted on February 06, 2010 by Sarah in Food, MealPlan, News | 7 Comments

I will officially admit that I WILL use tomorrow as an excuse, like everyone else in America, to sit on my arse, eat a lot of food, and partake in a couple of drinks… 
So, here it is: My Paleo Super Bowl, sit on my arse while not really caring about the game, and falling asleep early menu:
Big [...]

Food for kids…(what to pack for lunch, quick breakfast, and more…)

Food for kids…(what to pack for lunch, quick breakfast, and more…)

Posted on January 31, 2010 by Sarah in Breakfast, Food, Lunch, MealPlan, News | 14 Comments

If I had a dollar for every time someone has asked me, “What do you feed your kids when eating Paleo?” I would be a gazillionaire…  The short answer is, they eat what I make - and what I allow in my house.  If you only have healthy options available in YOUR house, there will not be [...]

Caraway Chicken With Belgian Endive

Caraway Chicken With Belgian Endive

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 2 Comments

I love food that looks fancy, tastes delicious, and yet is extremely easy to make!!  This dish is just that!!
Caraway Chicken With Belgian Endive
2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
8 strips of cooked and chopped bacon
1 apple sliced
1/2 cup apple juice
2 tbsp caraway seeds
3 Belgian endives
1 tsp sea salt
cracked black pepper to taste
Place chicken thighs in the crock pot and mix with [...]

A Scramble, a Salad, and a Snack…Marvelous Meatballs!Eat your greens!!Our Food 10/26London Broil…Paleo “Lasagna”End of weekend eats, baby handstands, and a Monday of lettuce wraps…Garlic Beef Stew and Savory Cauliflower MashCaraway Chicken With Belgian Endive

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