Brown Butter and Sage Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lb chicken breasts, sliced or pounded thing 1/4 c coconut (or other gluten free) flour 1/4 tsp EACH salt and lemon pepper (can sub. plain black pepper) 1 tsp thyme 1 Tb coconut oil 3 Tb butter (grass-fed if possible) 2 sprigs of sage, de-stemmed (keep leaves) 1-2 cloves garlic, minced 3 Tb lemon […]

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Mini Tuna Ricotta Cakes

Notes: These freeze really well; once they are formed into patties or meatballs, freeze immediately (don’t cook).  To thaw, leave in refrigerator until thawed and cook as directed. For a Higher Fat Version: Substitute full fat ricotta and whole egg. Ingredients: 8 oz canned tuna (2 cans) 8 oz fat free ricotta 1 egg white […]

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Cuban Roasted Pork Loin

Ingredients: 1/2 Pork loin (about 4 lbs) 8 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp EACH cumin, oregano, sage, thyme, black pepper 1/4 cup avocado or mct oil 1 onion, chopped roughly 1/4 cup EACH fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, and chicken stock (or water) Directions: 1. Trim excess fat off pork loin.  Poke all over […]

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Traditional Roast Chicken

Note: If you have a large roasting pan, feel free to double this recipe – just adjust the cooking time by about 1.5.  Roast chicken is extremely versatile – you can break it up and serve the pieces on the bone, or you can de-bone and use the chicken for a multitude of recipes calling […]

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Baked Scotch Eggs

Servings: 4-8 Note: Scotch Eggs are a great change of pace from plain eggs. They tend to be a bit high in fat – especially when deep fried! – so in this version, we add some leaner ground meat and bake them. Feel free to experiment with different combinations of meat and seasonings! Ingredients: 1 […]

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Tandoori Style Spiced Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lb chicken breasts, cut into thirds or halves 2 cups Greek yoghurt* *Note: Nonfat, 2%, or full fat work based on your dietary requirements 1 Tb coconut oil 1/2 onion, finely diced 1-inch piece ginger, minced 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp EACH cumin and tarragon 1/2 tsp each turmeric, pepper, and salt […]

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Creamy Chicken & Jalapeno Soup

Ingredients: 1 Tb coconut or mct oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 onion, diced 1 jalapeno, diced (remove seeds if you don’t want it too spicy) 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp dill 1 lb cooked, diced chicken 16 oz chicken stock 1 can coconut milk 1/2 cup Greek yoghurt Directions: 1. Heat oil in […]

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Not-Your-Average Pot Roast

Ingredients: 3 lb beef roast Rub: 2 Tb gluten free Worcestershire sauce 1 Tb avocado or MCT oil 2 Tb lemon pepper 1 Tb low (or no) salt seasoning salt – ex, Emerils, Mrs. Dash, Spike, etc 1 tsp EACH thyme, basil, and sage 1/2 tsp EACH allspice and rosemary 2 Tb dried minced onion […]

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Chicken Milanese

Ingredients: 2 Tb lemon juice plus extra for serving 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/8 tsp sugar 1/2 c gluten free breadcrumbs 2 Tb coconut (or gluten free) flour 1 Tb Parmesan cheese 1.5 lb chicken breast, pounded or sliced thin Salt and Pepper 2 egg whites 1-2 Tb coconut oil Directions: 1. In a small […]

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Eggs Poached in Pepper “Salsa”

Note: The Pepper Salsa keeps really well, so make it the night before and use it for multiple breakfasts 🙂 Ingredients: 1 Tb MCT or avocado oil, divided 1 onion, diced 1 pasilla pepper, diced (use jalapeno if you want a spicier version) 1 bell pepper, diced 4 large tomatoes, diced 1 Tb tomato paste […]

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Buffalo-Style Chicken

Ingredients: 6 Tb coconut or gluten-free flour 1/4 tsp EACH salt, garlic powder, ground red pepper 2 lbs chicken breast or thigh (skinless) 1 Tb coconut, avocado, or MCT oil 4 Tb Franks Hot Sauce (or your favorite brand) 1 Tb butter (from grass fed cows if possible) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 375. 2. […]

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Split Pea Soup

Note: Serves 1-2, but can easily be doubled. This soup freezes really well, so is great for making ahead of time. Protein Options: Add your favorite protein source to give an extra dose of protein to this rib-warming soup. Tofu, chicken, pork, ham, or bacon all work wonderfully well! Ingredients: 8 oz split peas (for […]

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