Cioppino is a fish stew made from a variety of seafood’s such as fish, mussels, clams, shrimp, crab or scallops. The seafood is cooking in a savory tomato and fish stock sauce seasoned with herbs and spices. This was a dish I grew up eating frequently and our family still enjoys to this day. It is […]
Archives for December 2013
Paleo Mashed Sweet Potatoes in Orange Cups
My favorite recipes are the ones that I grew up eating and that have special memories attached to them. This recipe is one that my family made every year throughout the holidays, and it is one that reminds me of all of those special times we spent together. If you put a scoop of mashed […]
Non-Dairy Milks: Think Twice Before Buying!
Almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, hazelnut milk, oat milk, hempmilk… new varieties of non-dairy milks have been popping up all over grocery store shelves. But are these milk substitutes healthy? Well, not really. While these milk substitutes sound good according to the claims on the packages (things like as much calcium as milk and heart healthy), the ingredients in […]
Paleo Gyro Meatballs With Tzatziki Sauce
Gyro meat is a Greek dish that is traditionally roasted on a spit over a flame. Since most of us don’t have that sort of thing available to cook with, this recipe calls for either baking or pan frying the meat. I like to use a mini muffin pan when baking meatballs because it prevents […]
Carrageenan: The “Natural” Toxin in “Natural” Food
If a box, wrapper or carton extolls its contents as “all natural,” it probably isn’t. Since it doesn’t fit under a strictly regulated definition, the word “natural” covers a myriad of sins (including beaver’s butt and pesticide drenched GMOs… yeah). One such sin in “natural” and even certified organic food is carrageenan. A Unnatural Awakening I first awoke to […]
Mint and Sea Salt Foot Scrub
With summer in full swing, bare feet get an overtime workout. Part of it’s laziness because slipping on a pair of shoes to hit the garden, hang the laundry, or grab the mail is way too much effort, but the other part is the soothing feeling of soft grass (or better sand) between my toes. […]
DIY Ginger Salt
Uses for ginger salt Flavored salts make an elegantly flavorful addition to any meal or even dessert. Here are some of the ways that I’ve enjoyed this ginger salt: Sprinkled on baked shrimp and salmon Tossed with sauteed or steamed veggies Lightly sprinkled on fresh pineapple (weird but SO YUM!) In chicken salad In egg salad […]
How to be Happier
Everyone wants to be happier! But how does one go about achieving that happiness? This article from Orleatha explains what true happiness entails, and outlines fourteen different ways to be happier by fostering an attitude of gratitude and contentment. So hope on over and start being happier! 😉 “We all strive for happiness and a […]
Natural Homemade Eyeliner
In the quest for natural living, many women forget to consider what ingredients are in the makeup they use. Most commercial makeup products are laden with harsh and toxic chemicals. Putting those chemicals near your eyes is cringe-worthy! This natural, non-toxic homemade eyeliner provides a wonderful highlight for your eyes and goes on smoothly. “Did […]
Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese
Everything is better with bacon. These dates stuffed with creamy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios are the perfect combination of flavor and texture. Wrap them in smokey, salty, and crunchy bacon and you have perfection on a plate. Bacon wrapped dates are perfect for an appetizer, a party, or for a simple snack. Just try […]