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Lettuce Wraps
Lettuce wraps are great as a light lunch & just fun to rotate in every once in a while =) What you need: several large romaine leaves filling of choice dip (optional) Some filling ideas: ~ tuna fish ~ egg salad ~ turkey & cheese ~ chicken salad ~...
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Summer Pasta w/ Raw Arugula & Tomatoes
4 cups arugula leaves (stems removed) 3 TBSP butter, ghee, or extra virgin olive oil 2 medium garlic cloves, crushed or minced 3 medium, ripe tomatoes (about 1 & 1/4 pounds), cored & chopped pure salt freshly ground black pepper 1 pound whole grain pasta Boil water for...
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Spicy Sweet Potato Hash w/ Eggs
3 TBSP coconut oil (or oil of preference) 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled & cut into small dice (about 3 cups) 1 onion, chopped (between 1 and 1.5 cups) 1 garlic clove, minced 1 jalapeno pepper, minced (with seeds) (less if you like it milder) 4 eggs pure salt to...
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Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
2 acorn squash, halved & seeded 3 cups peeled, cubed apples (about 3 apples) 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) 2 TBSP natural sugar 2 TBSP raisins 2 TBSP butter, coconut oil or ghee, melted 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Preheat oven to 350. Place squash cut side down, in a...
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Roasted Eggplant & Tomato Salad Sandwich
eggplant, peeled & cut into rounds extra virgin olive oil pure salt & freshly ground pepper to taste TOMATO SALAD<—–(click to view simple reciepe) bread of choice fresh basil (optional) feta cheese or fresh mozzarella (optional) Pre-heat broiler. Lay...
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10-Minute Marinara Sauce
2 TBSP butter or ghee 4 garlic cloves, minced or crushed 28 oz package crushed or strained tomatoes 1 cup water 1/2 tsp pure salt freshly ground black pepper to taste fresh basil or parsley, chopped (as much as you’d like) 1 – 2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil Warm...
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Quick & Spicy Swiss Chard
2 TBSP coconut oil, butter, or ghee 4 garlic cloves, crushed or minced crushed red pepper flakes to taste (1/2 tsp – more or less) freshly ground black pepper to taste pure salt to taste 1 bunch swiss chard, stems removed & roughly chopped Warm oil or butter in large...
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Grape Gelatin
VERSION 1: 2 cups high quality, 100%, grape juice, cold 2 cups high quality 100%, grape juice, near boiling 3 TBSP non-hydrolyzed gelatin Begin heating 2 cups of the juice. Pour cold juice in a bowl, dissolve gelatin in juice by stirring gently, and let sit for 3...
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Maple-Cinnamon Pumpkin Seed Butter
1 & 1/2 cups pumpkin seeds 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or butter 1 TBSP maple syrup (or 6 drops of liquid stevia) 3 tsps cinnamon 1/2 tsp pure salt Put all ingredients into a food processor or Vitamix blender, and blend until...
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Rhubarb Blueberry Crumble
This is such an easy to make, killer dessert. I think my first word to Nancy Grove on Monday (our CSA farmer) was YAY. Harvest time has begun! I received our first batch of fresh, crisp vegetables. Rhubarb is only around for a short time in June, so get it while you can! While...
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Zucchini Frittata
approx 1 & 1/2 pounds of zucchini, washed & ends trimmed 3 TBSP coconut oil, ghee, or butter (or a combination) 2 garlic cloves, minced or crushed 2 TBSP (or more) fresh basil, roughly torn 6 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/4 cup high quality parmesan cheese, grated...
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Tortilla Pizza w/ Caramelized Onions
2 tortillas extra virgin olive oil pure salt garlic powder 1 medium onion, sliced thinly 2 oz shredded cheese of choice (more or less) tomatoes, sliced (I use about 12 cherry tomatoes & slice them into thirds) freshly ground black pepper fresh basil (optional) Caremelize...
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Grass-Fed Meatballs
1 free range egg, lightly beaten 1 pound grass-fed ground beef 1/2 cup high quality breadcrumbs (see below for alternatives) 2 tsps dried minced onion (or 2 TBSP finely chopped fresh onion) 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried rosemary 1/2 tsp...
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Savory Beef Stew
2 – 4 TBSP coconut oil 1 & 1/2 to 2 pounds grass-fed stew beef 1 TBSP chili powder 1/4 tsp chipotle powder (optional) 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 large onion, sliced as thin or thick as you like 1 lb carrots, coarsely chopped (3 – 5 depending on size) 1/2...
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Almond Milk Smoothie
To make a smoothie, you can really toss in whatever sounds good to you in whatever amounts you want, but here’s one version we like in case you’d like a starting point: 10 oz almond milk 1 banana 1 heaping cup of another fruit 1 TBSP seed mixture, ground (see...
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Oven-Roasted Chipotle Potatoes
3 & 1/2 lbs potatoes (red or white) 1/4 cup melted butter, ghee, or coconut oil 1 tsp pure salt 3/4 tsp garlic powder 1/2 – 1 tsp chipotle powder (or regular chili powder) freshly ground black pepper to taste Preheat oven to 425. Wash potatoes well and chop into bite...
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How to Make Bread Crumbs
Bread crumbs are extremely simple to make at home. All you need is bread. Any and all kinds work – sliced bread, rolls, buns, ends, sourdough, whole grain, spelt, rye, gluten free – whatever you like, whatever you have. If you keep sliced sandwich bread at home,...
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How to Peel a Tomato
For some reason, it sounds difficult to peel tomatoes, but it’s really not. Here’s how you do it… ___________________________________________________________________ Cut a shallow X across the bottom of each tomato. Don’t make a deep cut, just lightly...
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Pecan Butter
Shown above with mashed banana and a sprinkle of cinnamon. 3 cups pecans Process in food processor or Vitamix blender until creamy. ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ This is so easy to make, and so...
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What to do with GREENS?
Try some of the following recipes for tasty ways to use collards, spinach, bok choy, arugula, kale, escarole, swiss chard, and broccoli...
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Banana Bread
1 ripe banana, mashed 8 eggs 1/2 cup coconut milk 1/4 cup natural sugar 1 & 1/2 tsps liquid stevia (optional – see note below) 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp pure salt 3/4 cup coconut flour, sifted 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup walnuts (optional) Preheat oven to...
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Simple Carrot & Feta Salad
6 medium carrots, grated 1 & 1/2 cups feta cheese (roughly 6 oz) 4 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 1 TBSP apple cider vinegar 1/4 tsp salt (optional) Mix together and enjoy. Serves 4. ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE...
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Spicy Buckwheat Snack
1/2 cup buckwheat groats 2 TBSP tamari/soy sauce 2 TBSP lemon juice 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp ginger powder 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper Soak buckwheat groats for about 6 hours. Drain & rinse in a fine mesh strainer. Combine soy sauce, lemon juice & spices in a small...
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String Beans w/ Garlic
butter, ghee, or coconut oil 2 large garlic cloves, minced string beans, ends trimmed pure salt & pepper to taste Blanch the string beans in salted, boiling water for 1 to 2 mins. Run under cold water & drain. Saute garlic in butter or oil for about 2 mins Toss in...
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Arugula & Sun-dried Tomato Frittata
1 & 1/2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 2 large garlic cloves, minced or crushed 8 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained & thinly sliced 6 oz arugula, washed and drained well 8 large eggs 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly torn apart 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese...
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Spicy Smothered Green Cabbage
2 TBSP butter, ghee, or coconut oil 2 tsps mustard seeds 1/4 to 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (depending on how spicy you like it) 1 tsp natural sugar (or 2 drops liquid stevia) 1/2 tsp pure salt 1 small green cabbage (about 2 pounds) 5 TBSPs water Quarter, core, and thinly slice...
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Toasted Cheese & Apple Sandwich
shredded cheddar cheese peeled, shredded apple your favorite bread Mix together equal parts of shredded cheese & apple. Spread on each bread slice & place them in a toaster oven for a few minutes. A sprinkle of cinnamon is nice over the top if you’re in the...
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Freezer Fudge
2 cups cashew butter (or other nut-butter) 2/3 cup pure maple syrup 1/4 cup cacao (or cocoa) powder 1 TBSP coconut oil, melted 2 tsps vanilla 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/2 cup cashews (or other nut), coarsely chopped Place everything into a food processor except for the chopped...
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Grass Fed Beef Chili (bean free)
2 TBSP coconut oil 1 pound grass-fed ground beef 2 cloves garlic, minced or crushed 1 large onion, chopped 2 TBSP chili powder 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp hot sauce or 1/4 tsp chipotle pepper powder (optional) 1 (28 ounce) package crushed, chopped, or...
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Apple-Cinnamon-Walnut Pancakes
2 large eggs, beaten 1 apple, grated, OR one ripe (speckled) banana, mashed 1/2 tsp cinnamon 2 TBSP (more or less) walnuts or pecans, chopped (or handful of blueberries) butter, ghee, or coconut oil for frying Mix everything together and fry pancakes a few minutes on each...
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Cottage Cheese, Apple & Cinnamon
cottage cheese chopped apple (or pear) cinnamon This is a delicious, protein packed snack or light lunch. For those avoiding certain foods, this recipe falls into the following categories: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Sugar Free, Grain...
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Beef Stir-Fry
1/4 cup tamari/soy sauce 1 pound grass-fed minute steak or stew meat, sliced into bite sized chunks 1 – 2 TBSP coconut oil 3 – 5 cups assorted, seasonal, vegetables, chopped if necessary (our favorites for this type of dish are carrots, onions, bamboo shoots,...
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Savory Mashed Root Vegetables
3 & 1/2 pounds assorted root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, turnips, rutabaga, sweet potato), peeled & coarsely chopped 4 garlic cloves 1 tsp pure salt 2 cups heavy cream (or whole milk) 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter 2 sprigs fresh thyme 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 bay...
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Millet-Cauliflower Mash
1 TBSP butter, ghee, or coconut oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup millet 2 cups cauliflower, chopped a few pinches of pure salt 3 cups water freshly ground black pepper to taste fresh parsley for garnish (optional) Rinse millet in a fine, mesh...
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Purpose
My purpose is to educate and empower you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about the food you eat, the environment you live in, and the many natural wellness therapies presently available.
My approach is very individualized, completely confidential, and wholeheartedly sincere. I balance my passion for what I do with a gentle flexibility and respect for individual needs and limitations.
I consider myself a student for life, as there is no end to the study of human health. I’m grateful to have this opportunity to share, and eager to make a difference in the lives of those around me.
Nutrition Philosophy
Food is the foundation of our health. We are constantly rebuilding ourselves with it. Food becomes what we are.
As every one of your trillions of cells break down and rebuild themselves — which they constantly do — what would you prefer they be made of? What do you want to become?
These are not necessarily thoughts that come to mind every time the lunch whistle blows, but failing to ponder these questions at all has led the American public to an unnecessary health crisis.
My Wellness Program
My wellness program is centered around education, and addressing the root cause of what we are all trying to avoid – physical degeneration. There are a lot of names and subcategories of illness out there, but ultimately, problems always stem from repeated exposure to indigestible foods, and other stressors – both physical and emotional – that weaken cells, slow metabolism, increase stress hormones, and accelerate aging.
The purpose of my program is to help you learn the truth about how to maintain or regain health – and the fact of the matter is – this truth will vary from person to person.
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