tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11294130537333916302024-03-04T23:20:38.776-08:00Health, Joy & Happy EatingKristi Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09108755444107006548noreply@blogger.comBlogger216125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-57263875923440553142014-11-29T09:17:00.001-08:002014-11-29T09:19:30.284-08:00Sausage & Cheese Breakfast Muffins<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">From Kristi's Kitchen</span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">¼ c. sifted coconut flour</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">¾ tsp. sea salt</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">½ tsp. aluminum-free baking powder</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">¼ tsp. garlic powder</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">2 tbsp. coconut sugar</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">3 organic eggs, beaten</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">1/3 c. + 1 tbsp. organic chicken stock</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">2 tbsp. organic unsalted butter,melted, avocado or grape seed oil</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">1/2 c. Turkey Sausage (recipe below)or 2 links of organic chicken sausage (I used a mild italian variety)</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">1/2 c. Organic raw cheddar cheese, grated</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">2 chopped green onion</span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">-Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line 24 mini muffin baking cups with paper liners</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">-Mix wet and dry ingredients in separate bowls –except sausage and cheese</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">-Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients until smooth</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">-Fold in sausage and cheese</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">-Using a tbsp. measure, fill each lined cup</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">-Bake in preheated oven for 16-18 minutes; until golden and springy to the touch</span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-stretch: normal;">Perfect paired with a bit of raspberry all fruit spread!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal;"><u>Turkey Sausage:</u></span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1 lb. ground organic turkey</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1 tbsp. grapeseed oil</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1 1/2 tsp. sea salt</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">2 tsp. sage</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1 tsp. anise seed</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1 tsp. thyme</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1/2 tsp. black pepper</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1/4 tsp. garlic powder</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1/8 tsp. ground cloves</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1/8 tsp. nutmeg</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">1/8 tsp. allspice</span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: normal;">-Combine all ingredients -blend well- Fry up in patty form OR use in this recipe</span>
Kristi Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09108755444107006548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-74335250460194160482014-11-29T09:02:00.001-08:002014-11-29T09:03:18.117-08:00Whole-Berry Cranberry Sauce Perfection!From Kristi's Kitchen<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">16 oz. fresh organic cranberries</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">6 oz. filtered water</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">10 oz. GMO-free apricot all fruit spread</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">1/4 c. + 2 tbsp. fresh squeezed orange juice</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">3 tbsp. organic unsweetened apple sauce</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">3 tbsp. coconut sugar</span>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">- Combine all ingredients in a medium sauce pot</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">- Bring to a boil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">- Simmer until berries have popped and sauce has thickened</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">- Refrigerate until ready to serve</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-stretch: normal;">Perfect to make ahead...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">1 recipe Almond Flour "Cornbread" (below)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">1/2 lb. herbed chicken sausage, de-cased </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">1/2 lrg. organic honey crisp apple, diced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">2 ribs celery, diced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">3 baby bella mushrooms, diced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">2 cloves garlic, minced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">2 whole green onions, chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">2 tbsp. chopped pecans</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">3/4 c. seasoned chicken stock</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">2 organic eggs, beaten</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">1/4 c. white wine (Pinot Grigio)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">1 tsp. sea salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">1/4 tsp. all spice</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">1/4 tsp. nutmeg</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">- Bake Almond Flour "Cornbread" recipe - preferably day before</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">- Combine casing-less sausage, diced veggies -except green onion- and garlic in skillet with 1 tsp. of avocado or grape seed oil and sauté until sausage is cooked and veggies are tender</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">- Crumble "Cornbread" in a large mixing bowl</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">- Add in sausage mixture and remaining ingredients and combine well</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">- Spread into a large casserole dish</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;">- Place in 325 degree oven and bake for 60-70 minutes; until golden brown on top</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal;"><b>Almond Flour Cornbread</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11px; font-stretch: normal;">Adapted from<b>:</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #1a00ee; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-stretch: normal;"><u>http://www.fresh-eggs-daily.com/2013/06/guest-post-radically-thriftys-almond.html</u></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">2 Cups almond flour</span><br />
<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">1/2 tsp baking soda</span><br />
<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">3/4 tsp. sea salt</span><br />
<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">2 tbsp. organic unsalted butter</span><br />
<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">2 tbsp. grape seed oil</span><br />
<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">3/4 c. + 1 tbsp. milk</span><br />
<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">1 Tablespoon honey</span><br />
<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">2 medium eggs</span><br />
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<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">Instructions:</span><br />
<span style="color: #1e0e06; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal;">Preheat oven to 350, combine all dry ingredients and then add in the wet ingredients and combine gently. Pour the batter into a well-buttered loaf pan, and bake for 20 minutes - depending on the intensity of the oven. You'll know it's done when then top is golden with darker brown splotches, and an inserted knife comes out clean. </span>Kristi Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09108755444107006548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-50645843742425447582014-07-18T08:51:00.002-07:002014-07-18T08:51:33.558-07:00Sweet Potato Biscuits<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">2 c. fresh milled whole grain flour (Spelt, Kamut, Oat)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1 tbsp. baking powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1 tsp. sea salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">2 tbsp. coconut palm crystals OR raw honey</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1 tsp. cinnamon</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1 stick grass fed butter</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1/4 c. mashed sweet potato</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1/3 c. keifer or organic buttermilk</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1 tsp. pure vanilla</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">-Combine 1st 6 ingredients in food processor unti pea-sized granules</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">-Add remaining ingredients and incorporate until dough ball forms</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">-Turn dough out on floured surface</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">-Press out into 1/2 in. thick dough round</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">-Cut biscuits into desired shape</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">-Place on baking sheet and into 400 degree oven for 15 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">-Serve warm with grass fed butter and whole fruit fig jam</span>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">I highly recommend the fig jam option - the perfect flavor compliment - YUMMO!</span>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-87436004133867507892014-07-18T08:47:00.001-07:002014-07-18T08:47:29.925-07:00Coconut Flour Vanilla Cupcake Goodness...<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">From Kristi's Kitchen</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1/4 c. coconut flour</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1/8 tsp. baking soda</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1/4 tsp, sea salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">4 tbsp, date sugar</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">2 tbsp, coconut palm crystals</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1 tbsp. pure vanilla</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">3 eggs</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1/3 c. vanilla unsweetened almond milk</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1/4c. melted grass fed butter</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1c. organic rolled oats</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1 tbsp. organic butter</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">1 1/2 tsp. raw organic honey</span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px;">2 envelops organic unflavored gelatin</span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px;">6 tbsp. warm filtered water</span><br />
<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px;">1/4 tsp. sea salt</span><br />
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<span style="color: #010101; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px;">-Serve at room temp along side your favorite organic dippers (graham crackers or granny smiths are fabulous options)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">2 tablespoons organic half-n-half</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">2 c. chopped pecans</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-While the crust bakes, prepare the filling by combining the 1st 5 topping ingredients in a saucepan and stir over medium heat. Simmer the mixture for 1 minute, then stir in the vanilla.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-Remove the crusts from the oven and immediately pour the pecan filling over the hot crust spreading it to cover the entire surface (about 1 tbsp. in each)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-Preheat oven to 350 degrees</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-Combine flour, salt and dates in food processor</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-Process until fine</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-Add in butter and vanilla</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-Continue processing until dough forms</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-Drop by the teaspoonful onto parchment muffin tin liners</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12px;">-Bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes; until crust is golden</span><br />
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2 c. organic unseasoned chicken stock (if seasoned, just reduce your sea salt and garlic powder to taste)</div>
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1/8 + 1/2 tsp. Garlic powder</div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-45377073191865304102013-11-20T14:14:00.000-08:002013-11-20T14:14:13.922-08:00Pecan Sandies<div class="p1">
From Kristi's Kitchen</div>
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2 ½ c. almond flour</div>
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1/2 + 1/8 tsp. sea salt</div>
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½ tsp. baking soda</div>
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3 tbsp. coconut palm crystals</div>
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15 California dates</div>
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1/4 c. date sugar</div>
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1/2 c. pecans + pecan halves for cookie garnish</div>
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1 stick salted organic butter</div>
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1 tbsp. unsweetened almond milk</div>
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2 tsp. pure vanilla extract</div>
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-Place first 7 ingredients (minus pecan halves) in food processor and process until completely ground</div>
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-Add remaining ingredients and continue processing until dough ball forms</div>
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-Form dough into 1” balls, place on parchment lined baking sheet</div>
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My hubby's favorite and perfect for holiday festivities!</div>
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Happy Eating!</div>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-74850480645709429702013-11-20T14:07:00.002-08:002013-11-20T14:07:30.266-08:00Bear Claw Cookies<div class="p1">
From Kristi's Kitchen</div>
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2 ½ c. almond flour</div>
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1/2 + 1/8 tsp. sea salt</div>
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½ tsp. baking soda</div>
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1 tbsp. coconut palm crystals (may need up to 1 1/2 tsp. extra - depending on taste -start with 1/4 tsp. and work up)</div>
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15 California dates</div>
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1/4 c. date sugar</div>
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1 stick unsalted organic butter</div>
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1 tbsp. unsweetened almond milk</div>
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1 1/4 tsp. pure almond extract</div>
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-Place first 5 ingredients in food processor and process until completely ground</div>
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-Add remaining ingredients and continue processing until dough ball forms</div>
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-Form dough into 1” balls, place on parchment lined baking sheet</div>
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-Bake 6 1/2 -7 minutes or until golden brown</div>
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These cookies are completely gluten and grain free!</div>
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They were born out of my great love for the traditional bear claw pastry and the desire to have a healthier alternative that would satisfy my occasional craving for them but not wreck havoc on the figure! These worked! Healthy and delicious!</div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-48929024178156829892013-10-23T11:49:00.000-07:002013-10-23T11:49:47.738-07:00Carrot Encrusted Quiche Florentine<div class="p1">
From Kristi's Kitchen</div>
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<span class="s1">1 Carrot Crust (see <a href="http://thesaffrongirl.com/carrot-crust/"><span class="s2">http://thesaffrongirl.com/carrot-crust/</span></a> recipe)</span></div>
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6 organic eggs, whisked</div>
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1 c. organic cheddar cheese, shredded</div>
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1 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/4 tsp. pepper</div>
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1/4 tsp. garlic powder</div>
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1/8 tsp. nutmeg</div>
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1 c. organic half-n-half</div>
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2 slices organic turkey bacon</div>
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3/4 c. chopped mushrooms</div>
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handful of organic spinach,torn</div>
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-Prepare and bake carrot crust for 20 minutes</div>
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-While crust is pre-baking, beat eggs and half-n-half in large bowl until completely combined</div>
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-Continue baking for 40-45 minutes, until quiche is completely set –springy to the touch</div>
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Serve warm/room temperature with a green salad or Creamy Mushroom Soup on the side</div>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-66896919241697305452013-10-05T17:20:00.000-07:002013-10-05T17:20:27.701-07:00Carnita<div class="p1">
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2lbs grass fed stew meat</div>
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1/2 medium onion, diced</div>
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1/2 medium bell pepper, diced</div>
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3 pablano peppers, julienned</div>
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1 large yellow squash, sliced</div>
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2 c. frozen green beans</div>
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28 oz. organic fire roasted tomatoes</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. chile powder</div>
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2 tsp. cumin</div>
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1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder</div>
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2 1/2 tsp. sea salt (a little more to taste)</div>
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-Combine all ingredients in a crockpot</div>
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-Place on LOW setting and cook all day long</div>
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-Serve with sweet potato stuffed pablano peppers for Maximized Living ADVANCED/healing plan and add sprouted grain tortillas for the CORE plan</div>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-3356419727910566572013-08-11T16:50:00.000-07:002013-08-11T16:50:42.622-07:00Chocolate Pancakes... Fabulous and Oh-So Versatile!<div class="p1">
From Kristi's Kitchen</div>
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2 c. oat flour</div>
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1/4 tsp. baking soda</div>
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1 1/2 tsp. sea salt</div>
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5 tbsp. cocoa powder</div>
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2 organic eggs</div>
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2 tbsp. strong coffee</div>
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1 1/4 + 2 tbsp. unsweetened almond milk</div>
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1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract</div>
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1/2 c. coconut nectar + 2 tbsp. coconut palm crystals</div>
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Cherries and homemade whipped cream for a Black Forest flare</div>
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Peanut butter, banana slices and honey - we can call this the "Elvis"</div>
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Homemade cream cheese icing and strawberries</div>
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Orange Marmalade All-fruit spread (pictured above)</div>
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For more chocolatey decadence, a smear of Justin's brand "Chocolate Hazelnut Butter" will do!</div>
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Enjoy!</div>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-41121843699354318162013-06-25T13:32:00.001-07:002013-06-25T13:32:39.914-07:00Spicy Chocolate Muffins with Frosting!!!<div class="p1">
From Kristi's Kitchen</div>
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1/4 c. sifted coconut flour</div>
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1/2 tsp. aluminum-free baking powder</div>
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1/2 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/2 c. coconut palm crystals OR xylitol</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. cocoa powder</div>
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1/16 tsp. cayenne</div>
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1/8 tsp. cinnamon</div>
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6 tbsp. grated zucchini</div>
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3 organic eggs</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. grape seed oil</div>
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1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract</div>
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1 tbsp. unsweetened vanilla almond milk</div>
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1 tbsp. strong organic coffee</div>
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-Preheat oven to 350 degrees</div>
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-Combine wet and dry ingredients separately</div>
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-Whisk wet into dry</div>
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-Scoop 1 tbsp. at at time into lined mini muffin cups</div>
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-Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes -until springy to the touch</div>
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-Cool slightly and top or fill with frosting for the perfect dessert bite or eat plain for a decadent breakfast treat!</div>
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<span class="s1"><u><b>Fluffy Chocolate Frosting</b></u></span></div>
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From Kristi's Kitchen</div>
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3 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder</div>
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2 tbsp. organic unsalted butter, melted</div>
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3/4 c. +2 tbsp. coconut palm crystals</div>
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1/4 c. date sugar</div>
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1/4 c. raw whole fat milk OR almond milk</div>
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1/2 tsp. vanilla extract</div>
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-Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl</div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-55874297709945950152013-05-16T07:23:00.000-07:002013-05-16T07:23:51.828-07:00Kristi's Breakfast Casserole<br />
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From Kristi's Kitchen<br />
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4 c. cubed homemade spelt bread (see Spelt Bun Recipe post)</div>
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4 tbsp. organic unsalted butter, cubed</div>
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9 organic eggs</div>
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2 c. whole fat organic or raw milk</div>
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3 green onions, diced</div>
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1/2 c. grated organic cheese</div>
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4-5 slices nitrate-free turkey bacon, diced</div>
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1 3/4 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/2 tsp. garlic powder</div>
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1/4 tsp. black pepper</div>
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-Place cubed bread in the bottom of a 9x13x2 casserole dish</div>
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-Dot with chances of butter; spreading them evenly throughout the dish</div>
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-Layer on the bacon and green onion</div>
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-Beat the eggs and combine with milk and spices</div>
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-Pour evenly over the top of bread in the casserole dish</div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-63223750868436638472013-05-07T18:42:00.000-07:002013-05-07T20:26:49.007-07:00Homemade Spelt Buns...The Sky Is The Limit!!!From Kristi's Kitchen<br />
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7 c. freshly milled spelt flour<br />
2 tbsp. SAF brand yeast<br />
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1/3 c. raw honey<br />
1/3 c. grape seed oil<br />
2 1/2 c. warm filtered water<br />
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- In a stainless stand mixer bowl, combine 2 c. of flour and all remaining ingredients -reserving 5 c. flour<br />
- Stir with a fork, cover with dish cloth and set aside for 20 minutes -this is called sponging<br />
- Place on stand mixer base add remaining flour and combine with bread hook on low speed until well incorporated<br />
- Turn speed up to high and beat for 10 minutes -adding a bit extra flour if needed -you want the dough ball forming without sticking to the bowl<br />
- With oiled hands, turn out on lightly oiled surface<br />
- Cut dough into 36 equal pieces<br />
-Shape into balls, placing the pinched ends down 3 across in oiled 9x2x13 pan (it will take 3 pans...I use 8x8 pans and fit 9 in each)<br />
- Cover and set aside for at least 1 hour and up to 5<br />
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees<br />
-Bake buns for 12-14 minutes, until nicely browned on top<br />
-Cool and remove from the pans using a spatula<br />
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This recipe can be halved with ease and is perfect for parties!<br />
Substitute whole wheat flour for the spelt and you have the perfect loaf bread recipe... makes 2 - 4x8 size loaves.<br />
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Literally, this recipe takes about 20 minutes of hands on time and, in the end, you have soft, fluffy buns...perfect for Hamburgers, Roasted Veggie Melts, Turkey Guacamole Sliders, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Sammies -the sky is the limit!<br />
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Healthy, Happy Eating for sure!<br />
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PICTURED: Grass-fed beef burgers "Five Guys Style" - homemade mayo, organic ketchup, lettuce, tomato, onion, fresh jalapeno slices, organic cheese and homemade sweet and spicy pickles on the side... -YUMMO!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-61123730445596933862013-04-11T15:14:00.001-07:002013-04-11T15:14:07.404-07:00GLUTEN-FREE Organic Chicken Sausage Gumbo
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This recipe was born out of a desire to have a delicious -authentic- alternative to traditional cajun gumbo... one that would satisfy the pickiest cajun pallet, while perserving a timeless tradition, and maintaining my standard of healthy eating - NO COMPROMISE!</div>
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With so many having intolerances to gluten and the fact that wheat flour registers as sugar in your blood stream, I decided to try my hand at a gluten free gumbo and it worked! I settled in on using straight garbanzo bean flour as my roux flour and it stirred up beautifully! </div>
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For those of you wondering why I didn't use an all-purpose gluten free flour the answer is simple. Some of the flour used in the combination was undesirable to me albeit guten free. Rice flours and corn flours are grains and register as sugar in your system... potato starch/flour does the same...</div>
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Being a proponent of the Maximized Living Nutrition plans, I wanted something that could be eaten in small amount -even on the ADVANCED plan and legumes are just that so, garbanzo bean flour fit the bill and presented like a charm!</div>
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6 tbsp. grapeseed oil</div>
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1/2 c. + 2 tbsp. garbanzo bean flour</div>
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gumbo:</div>
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1 1/2 lb organic chicken on the bone (I like chicken thighs)</div>
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1 lb. organic Homemade Andoulle Sausage recipe (below) </div>
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1 tbsp. John Besh's Creole Seasoning recipe (below)</div>
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3/4 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/2 tsp. garlic powder</div>
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1/4 tsp. dried basil</div>
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1 medium onion, processed</div>
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1/2 organic green bell pepper, processed</div>
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2 organic celery stalks, processed</div>
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2 green onions, finely chopped</div>
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1 roux recipe</div>
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2 quarts organic chicken stock</div>
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-Serve alone OR per modified tradition with a scoop of brown rice and a boiled egg - add a green onion meslin green salad and Remoulade Dressing to make it complete</div>
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1 lb. ground organic turkey</div>
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1 3/4 tsp. grape seed oil</div>
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1 tbsp. organic cream</div>
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1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper</div>
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1 3/4 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/2 tsp. paprika</div>
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2 garlic cloves, minced OR 1/2 tsp. garlic powder</div>
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1 tbsp. diced onion OR 1/4 tsp. onion powder</div>
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2 gr. onion</div>
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3/4 tsp. black pepper</div>
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1/2 tsp. parsley</div>
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1/4 tsp. thyme</div>
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Pinch of oregano</div>
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Pinch of allspice</div>
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Pinch of sage</div>
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-Brown all ingredients and stir into gumbo</div>
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<b>John Besh's Creole Seasoning Recipe:</b></div>
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2 tbsp. celery salt</div>
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1 tbsp. sweet paprika</div>
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1 tbsp, coarse sea salt</div>
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1 tbsp, black pepper</div>
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1 tbsp. garlic powder</div>
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1 tbsp. onion powder</div>
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2 tsp, cayenne</div>
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1/2 tsp. ground allspice</div>
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-Stir together and store in air tight container</div>
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*** In the last little bit I have been making my gumbo with chicken and okra (1-1 1/2c. chopped fresh or frozen) and no sausage but, I have included the seasonings from the sausage recipe (eliminate the ground turkey and grape seed). I have also stirred in spinach and kale greens and a splash of pepper sauce -DELICIOUS! </div>
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One happy cajun girl and no guilt or sluggish feeling to boot!!!! It is AMAZING!</div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-42741205835768474292013-03-02T12:14:00.000-08:002013-03-02T12:14:34.166-08:00Tomato, Cucumber and Avocado Salsa
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From Kristi's Kitchen</div>
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1 avocado, diced</div>
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1 c. diced yellow cherry tomatoes</div>
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1/2 english cucumber, peeled and diced</div>
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2 green onion, diced</div>
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1 tsp. minced garlic</div>
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1/4 lemon, juiced</div>
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1/4 + 1/8 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/8 tsp. cumin</div>
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-Combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 30 minutes before dishing up</div>
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-Serve over Fish Tacos with a side Three Bean Dip Stuffed Chile Rellenos OR dress a Steak and Spinach Salad for a fantastic lunch!</div>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-5415767763871426072013-02-06T07:46:00.001-08:002013-02-06T07:46:43.635-08:00Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
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1/4 c. coconut flour</div>
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1/2 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/2 tsp. baking powder</div>
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3/4 tsp. cinnamon</div>
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1/3 c.+ 1 tbsp. coconut palm crystals (or xylitol for a healthy no calorie sweetener)</div>
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3 organic eggs</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. unsweetened vanilla almond milk</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. grape seed oil</div>
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3 drops liquid toffee stevia</div>
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1 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract</div>
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-Preheat oven to 350 degrees</div>
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-Combine wet and dry ingredients separately</div>
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-Prepare the crumble (see below)</div>
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-Line 9 regular muffin tins and fill 1/2 full</div>
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-Bake in preheated oven for 14-15 minutes</div>
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-Cool slightly before serving</div>
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1/2 c. almond flour</div>
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1/4 c. chopped pecans</div>
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2 tbsp. coconut palm crystals (xylitol)</div>
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1/2 tsp. cinnamon</div>
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1/8 tsp. sea salt</div>
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2 tbsp. organic unsalted butter</div>
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-Combine all ingredients and mix until a pea sized crumble forms</div>
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-Top muffins</div>
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These are, seriously, one of the best muffins I have ever created! You won't miss the fact that there's no gluten or white sugar one bit! Oh so yummy and satisfying! Who needs bread when you can have cake for breakfast -GUILT FREE!</div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-20219513151545322412013-02-04T07:25:00.001-08:002013-02-04T07:25:15.484-08:00Homemade Mayo - YES!
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1 organic free range egg</div>
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1 tbsp. white vinegar</div>
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1 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/4 tsp. ground mustard</div>
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1 c. grape seed OR olive oil</div>
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This is SO easy, quick, budget friendly and minus the junk the shelved mayo has in it to stabilize it! It will keep up to a week in your refrigerator and is delicious!</div>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-82340471017272907672013-02-04T07:14:00.000-08:002013-02-04T07:14:19.997-08:00Decadently Rich Chocolate Muffins... With Frosting!
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1/4 c. sifted coconut flour</div>
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1/2 tsp. aluminum-free baking powder</div>
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1/2 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/2 c. coconut palm crystals OR xylitol</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. cocoa powder</div>
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1/16 tsp. cayenne</div>
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1/8 tsp. cinnamon</div>
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6 tbsp. grated zucchini</div>
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3 organic eggs</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. grape seed oil</div>
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1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract</div>
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1 tbsp. unsweetened vanilla almond milk</div>
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1 tbsp. strong organic coffee</div>
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-Preheat oven to 350 degrees</div>
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-Combine wet and dry ingredients separately</div>
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-Whisk wet into dry</div>
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-Scoop 1 tbsp. at at time into lined mini muffin cups</div>
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-Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes -until springy to the touch</div>
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-Cool slightly and top or fill with frosting for the perfect dessert bite or eat plain for a decadent breakfast treat!</div>
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3 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder</div>
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2 tbsp. organic unsalted butter, melted</div>
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3/4 c. +2 tbsp. coconut palm crystals</div>
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1/4 c. date sugar</div>
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1/4 c. raw whole fat milk OR almond milk</div>
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1/2 tsp. vanilla extract</div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-36876462871104180202013-02-04T06:57:00.001-08:002013-02-04T06:57:27.937-08:00Morning Glory Muffins w/ Coconut Flour
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1/3 c. coconut oil </div>
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1 ripe banana, smashed</div>
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6 organic eggs, beaten</div>
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2 tsp. pure vanilla extract</div>
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1/3 c + 1 tbsp. unsweetened vanilla almond milk</div>
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1/3 c. + 1 tbsp. coconut palm crystals</div>
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1/2 c. grated organic apple</div>
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1/4 c. grated organic carrot</div>
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1/4 c. organic raisins</div>
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1 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/2 c. sifted coconut flour</div>
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1/2 tsp. aluminum free baking powder </div>
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1 tsp. cinnamon</div>
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1 tsp. all spice</div>
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1/2 tsp. nutmeg</div>
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1/2 tsp. cloves</div>
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1/4 c. chopped pecans</div>
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-Combine dry ingredients and wet ingredients separately</div>
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-Pour wet into dry and mix until well blended</div>
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-Place muffin cup papers in muffin tin of your choice (mini, regular or jumbo)</div>
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-Fill lined muffin tins halfway</div>
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-Bake minis for 10-12 minutes or regular muffins for 14-16 minutes -until golden brown (oven temperatures vary so start with the lowest time and keep an eye on them)</div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1129413053733391630.post-66531885207274457672013-01-08T17:03:00.000-08:002013-01-08T17:03:17.210-08:00A Perfect Pairing...For This South Louisiana Girl!Dinner this evening was a throw-back to my roots!<br />
Being from South Louisiana, the cajun and creole flavors run deep in my food heritage and tonight's meal was no exception(Sorry for the lack of pictures...it was gone that fast)!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Creole Baked White Fish with Seasoned Brown Rice,</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Roasted Yellow Squash and Louisiana Style Mustard Slaw</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Creole Baked White Fish</u></span><br />
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Favorite White fish filets enough for number of people you wish to serve</div>
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sea salt</div>
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dried thyme</div>
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paprika</div>
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cayenne</div>
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all spice</div>
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a pat of organic unsalted butter for each fillet</div>
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-Sprinkle each filet -on both sides- with a light dusting of each spice; be careful with the cayenne unless you like it really spicy…</div>
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-Top each filet with a pat of butter</div>
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-Place in preheated oven and bake until fish flakes (around 15 minutes depending on the thickness of your fish)</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>Seasoned Brown Rice</u></span></div>
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1 3/4 c. seasoned organic chicken stock (I season with sea salt and garlic powder to taste)</div>
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1 tbsp. organic unsalted butter</div>
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2 c. instant brown rice (you can use regular just adjust your chicken stock and rice measurements accordingly)</div>
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1 diced green onion</div>
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1/8 tsp. celery seed</div>
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-Follow instructions for cooking rice; replacing water with chicken stock -adding in onion, celery seed and butter</div>
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-Fluff and serve</div>
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<u><span style="font-size: large;">Roasted Yellow Squash</span></u></div>
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Yellow squash, cut into wedges -enough to feed the number of people you are serving</div>
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Sea salt</div>
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Garlic powder</div>
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Pepper</div>
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Ingredients:</div>
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1 package pre-shredded angel hair cabbage</div>
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1/2 c. homemade mayo</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. fresh squeezed lemon juice</div>
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1 tsp. spicy brown mustard</div>
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1/4 + 1/8 tsp. sea salt</div>
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1/4 tsp. garlic powder</div>
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1/4 tsp. black pepper</div>
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1 tbsp. xylitol or 1 tsp. raw organic honey (to taste)</div>
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Directions:</div>
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-Combine all ingredients and serve -you can chill for a bit if you like it cold</div>
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Bon Appetit!</div>
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