Ginger Shrimp Salad and Curried Hash

Ginger Shrimp Salad and Curried Hash

Posted on July 15, 2010 by Sarah in Food, Lunch, News | 7 Comments

If you haven’t noticed, I LOVE to cook  – but sometimes I get stuck in the same old chicken salad rut because it’s easy, and I know we all like it.  But today I needed an excuse to be in the kitchen, rather then venturing out into the 105 degree weather so the boys and I  got a [...]

Kids Picks and Pot Roast

Kids Picks and Pot Roast

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, MealPlan, News | 6 Comments

Maybe a few of you can relate, but it could be that I am just extraordinarily weak, but a secret about me: If I happen to have - oh I don’t know, something like chocolate ice cream in my house – I will eat it every time I set my eyes on it until it’s gone.  Why?  [...]

Pecan Crusted Chicken

Pecan Crusted Chicken

Posted on May 01, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 23 Comments

I was never a huge fan of fried chicken, chicken nuggets, or any other variation of breaded chicken – but the reality is – that little crunch on the outside of a moist piece of chicken appears to be universally pleasing to the masses, including all the boys in my family.  Here is a fun and fast [...]

Paleo “Lasagna”

Paleo “Lasagna”

Posted on February 11, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 14 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 [...]

Meatloaf and Baked Brussel Sprouts

Meatloaf and Baked Brussel Sprouts

Posted on January 14, 2010 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 20 Comments

This meal was a HUGE hit with my family!! Meatloaf 1 diced red onion 2 lbs of grass fed ground beef 1 cup almond meal 2 eggs 1 can tomato paste 1 tbsp crushed garlic 1/2 tbsp sea salt 2 tbsp dried basil 1 tsp marjoram cracked black pepper to taste Mix all ingredients by hand in [...]

A Scramble, a Salad, and a Snack…

A Scramble, a Salad, and a Snack…

Posted on January 07, 2010 by Sarah in Breakfast, Food, Lunch, MealPlan, News | 2 Comments

Ever notice how GIANT conventionally farmed apples are?  Check out the picture of an organic apple purchased from our local farmer next to a hard boiled egg.  This is what a real apple should look like, not the bowling ball apples you’ll find at the local supermarket… Here are a couple of super easy recipes and [...]

Warm up with some soup!

Warm up with some soup!

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, Lunch, News | 5 Comments

This weekend we had a terrific rain storm which kept us huddled around the fire and craving soup.  This soup is easy, delicious, comforting, and tastes even better the next day.  Here’s how you do it: Cover the bottom of a big pot with olive oil and add 1 diced red onion.  When onions start to become [...]

Five minute rounds…

Five minute rounds…

Posted on December 11, 2009 by Sarah in CrossFit, Dinner, Food, MealPlan, News | 4 Comments

When life gets tough, I often think about those few epic CrossFit WODS that have been permanently burned into my memory banks, and I think, “Well, if I can get through THAT, I can get through anything.”  I also think about the resiliance of children and how they often tackle challenges with the bravery and optimism of warriors.  For example, [...]

Marvelous Meatballs!

Marvelous Meatballs!

Posted on December 03, 2009 by Sarah in Dinner, Food, News | 11 Comments

These are a must try, and yes, I made them in the crock pot but you can also bake these in the oven as well.  Here’s the recipe: Mix together (use your hands) 2lbs grassfed ground beef 1lb of pork sausage chopped celery, onions, and carrots 3 eggs 1/2 cup almond meal lots of dried oregano, [...]

Easy bacon and kid friendly snackin’

Easy bacon and kid friendly snackin’

Posted on November 18, 2009 by Sarah in Food, Lunch, MealPlan, News | 3 Comments

So, am I the only one who didn’t realize that you could microwave bacon?  Well, in case I was not alone in my naivety, guess what – you can microwave bacon and it’s really good, fast, and easy!!  Take your nitrate free all natural bacon, place in strips on a couple of paper towels, cover [...]

Paleo IS Possible!End of weekend eats, baby handstands, and a Monday of lettuce wraps…Quick Curry Soup!Chicken again, coleslaw a million ways, and after school snacks…Paleo Party for 10Blackberry CobblerHappy Thanksgiving!Garlic Beef Stew and Savory Cauliflower Mash

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