Posts Tagged "grain free"

Sweet Potato Homefries

Posted by on Apr 18, 2010 in Breakfast, Potatoes, Recipes, Sides, Vegetables | 2 comments

Sweet Potato Homefries

coconut oil, butter or ghee sweet potatoes, peeled cinnamon (optional) Shred sweet potato and saute in oil for about 10 mins or until cooked to your liking. ________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ I just love when simplicity is this good 🙂 ~ We enjoy this for breakfast along side eggs (instead of toast). It’s great plain (especially cooked in coconut oil), but when I’m in a cinnamon-y mood, I sprinkle some over the top & dig in. Of course, it can be a side dish for lunch or dinner as well.  Feel free to fry up some onions and/or...

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Tempeh Fingers w/ Sate Sauce

Posted by on Apr 18, 2010 in Recipes, Tempeh, Tempeh, Tofu, Seitan | 0 comments

Tempeh Fingers w/ Sate Sauce

2 tsps coconut oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsps curry powder 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk 1/4 cup natural peanut butter 2 TBSP natural sugar (or 6 drops liquid stevia) 1 TBSP tamari/soy sauce 2 packages soy tempeh (16 oz total) coconut oil for frying In a small saucepan, heat 2 tsps oil over medium heat. Add the garlic & cook about a minute. Add the curry powder & cook, stirring until combined. Stir in the coconut milk, peanut butter, sweetener & soy sauce. Cook uncovered stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 10 mins. Fry tempeh in oil....

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White Bean & Arugula Salad

Posted by on Apr 18, 2010 in Cannellini/Great Northern, Leafy Salads, Recipes, Salads | 0 comments

White Bean & Arugula Salad

For the Dressing: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 TBSP lemon juice 1 TBSP minced fresh dill 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped coarse sea salt & freshly ground pepper to taste For the Salad: 3 bunches arugula, trimmed & roughly chopped (6 – 7 cups) 1 15 oz can white beans, drained (cannellini or great northern) 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded & diced shaved parmesan cheese for garnish (optional) In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt & pepper. Add the arugula, beans & yellow pepper & toss to combine. Garnish w/ cheese if...

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Spicy Pumpkin Soup

Posted by on Apr 17, 2010 in Recipes, Soups | 0 comments

Spicy Pumpkin Soup

1 TBSP coconut oil 1 small onion, chopped 1 TBSP chopped fresh ginger (up to) 3 hot dried Thai chiles – split lengthwise, or 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 2 tsp minced fresh lemongrass – white part only, or zest of 1 lemon 3 cups veggie or chicken broth 3 TBSP tamari/soy sauce 1 (16 oz) can pumpkin puree 1 (14 oz) can unsweetened coconut milk 1/3 cup creamy, natural, peanut butter 1 TBSP maple sugar, (or sugar of choice**) 1/2 tsp pure salt 2 TBSP lime juice 1/4 cup chopped fresh Thai basil or cilantro 2 TBSP crushed roasted peanuts Heat the oil in saucepan over medium heat....

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Creamy Red Lentil Soup

Posted by on Apr 17, 2010 in Recipes, Red Lentil, Soups | 0 comments

Creamy Red Lentil Soup

2 TBSP coconut oil 1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups) 3 medium carrots, chopped 4 cups water 14 ounces coconut milk 1 cup red lentils 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 bay leaf 2 tsps pure salt 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1 TBSP curry powder 1/2 cup chopped cilantro Heat coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and carrots & cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables start to brown, about 10 mins. Add water, coconut milk, lentils, garlic, bay leaf, salt, ginger & curry powder. Cover & bring to a boil. Reduce heat, & simmer, partially covered for 35 to 40 mins...

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