If you love Chinese Takeout but want a homemade, healthy ingredient version of your favorite dish, look no further! My Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli is a delicious and easy take-out fake-out that you can make in under 30 minutes! Your whole family will think you ordered in! … [Read more...]
Lemon-Glazed Flat Iron Steak | Fred Meyer Meal Kit
This Lemon Glazed Flat Iron Steak with Roasted Vegetables recipe is on the table in 20 minutes and Gluten Free and Low Carb! Part of Fred Meyer's *NEW* Prep & Pared grab and go meal kits. This post is sponsored by Fred Meyer. Today is all about cutting corners and … [Read more...]
Balsamic Marinade for Steak
This EASY and delicious Paleo friendly Balsamic Marinade for Steak is perfect for grilling season! Made with easy to find ingredients that you most likely already have on hand - this marinade will quickly become your go-to. BONUS: Kids love it too! Originally Posted: July … [Read more...]
Paleo Pesto Meatballs
These Paleo friendly Pesto Meatballs are made with a quick and easy Dairy Free Pesto. Totally Gluten and Grain Free, these meatballs are going to be a hit with the whole family! Serve with your favorite pasta or over zucchini noodles to keep it low carb! Originally Posted: … [Read more...]
Authentic Philly Cheesesteaks
Authentic Philly Cheesesteaks! How To Make a Homemade Philly Cheesesteak with a Gluten Free option and details on every step and ingredient! Made in partnership with New Seasons Market. This post has been A LONG TIME coming. I grew up in Philly and while I now live on the … [Read more...]
Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Burgers
Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Burgers. Burgers stuffed with grilled jalapeño's and cheddar cheese. Easy gluten free bun swap or top a salad to keep low carb! When it comes to burgers, my husband is mostly a purist. His ultimate burger is thick, juicy and grilled then topped with … [Read more...]
Grilled Beef Fajitas with extra Veggies
Grilled Beef Fajitas with Extra Veggies! A quick, easy and fun dinner that everyone loves. Options for lettuce wraps and gluten free tortillas included. I have a thing for fajitas. I actually cannot believe that I've been sharing my recipes with you guys for over 5 years and … [Read more...]
Autumn Steak Salad with Kale
This Autumn Steak Salad with Kale is a satisfying meal in a bowl that is perfect for when the weather begins to turn. Grilled steak and butternut squash with crunchy sliced almonds over a bed of raw kale with garlic dressing. This salad is the perfect … [Read more...]
How To Make Beef Jerky In a Dehydrator
How To Make Beef Jerky in a Dehydrator. A healthier, gluten free and more economical way to stock up on Beef Jerky for lunchboxes and snacks! One more week till school starts and I am super excited about getting back into packing #MavenLunches again for my older son. When … [Read more...]
5 Ingredient Steak Rub
Just 5 commonly found spices are you need to take your steaks to the next level! This 5 ingredient steak rub is free from sugar and caffeine and even Whole30 compliant! This is one of those recipes that gets passed around. Someone shared it with my Mom years ago and she … [Read more...]
Quick Kelp Noodle Soup
A delicious bowl of low carb kelp noodle soup in minutes! I first discovered Kelp Noodles a number of years ago. They are freaking awesome but I somehow kinda sorta forgot about them. Not sure what the hell happened there but they are back and in a big way. It is fair … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Beef Heart Chili
Use your Instant Pot to make this flavorful Beef Heart Chili and increase your consumption of nutrient dense organ meats in a snap! Valentine's Day is tomorrow and I have hearts of all kinds on my mind, including beef heart. Because that's normal right? Like so many of … [Read more...]
Taco Meat Stuffed Delicata Squash with {Dairy Free} Avocado Crema
This recipe combines three of my favorite things. Stuffed winter squash, Something taco seasoned and Dairy Free Avocado Crema. It's easy like Sunday morning. Well, like Sunday mornings if you don't have any kids. While Sunday mornings are infinitely more fun with kids, … [Read more...]
Hoisin Marinated Skirt Steak
This is the post where I declare that I am going to start working on developing a recipe for a homemade, not very difficult to make, Hoisin Sauce that is free of junk. Who else wants that in their life? I love Hoisin Sauce, it's easily one of my favorite Asian condiments … [Read more...]
London Broil with Onion Soup Mix
London Broil is kind of like my I'm in the mood for steak but don't feel like spending steak prices choice. It's a much more affordable cut of beef, is lean and cooks super fast. A couple of weeks ago my local Whole Foods had a sale on Local, Grass Fed London Broil for less … [Read more...]
Boeuf Bourguignon Meatballs from Popular Paleo
As most of you know, we just welcomed our second son into the world and our family. I have invited some of my favorite bloggers to share guest posts with us every Friday for the next couple of months while I decrease my workload and focus on integrating our newest little person … [Read more...]
Paleo Passover Brisket
When it comes to Passover dinner, you must have brisket. This Paleo Passover Brisket is everything -- it's tender, falls apart, it's loaded with flavor, free of junk ingredients (have you seen those recipes where people put ketchup on brisket? Gag.), it's based on my Mom's old … [Read more...]
Turmeric Fried Rice with Beef
While we try to eat mostly grain free at home, when we go out to restaurants, we are much more laid back and just stick to "Gluten-Free". This Turmeric Fried Rice with Beef is one of my favorite gluten-free dishes at a local Thai spot we frequent in the Capitol Hill neighborhood … [Read more...]
Chinese Inspired Pot Roast {Slow Cooker}
If you are anything like me, you like to switch things up from time to time because you get bored of eating the same old dishes over and over again. Facing the prospect of making yet another standard pot roast with some root vegetables, I decided it was time to mix things up and … [Read more...]
Cheesy Stuffed Delicata Squash (Primal, Gluten Free)
More cheese right!? I know! Cheese is totally my nemesis. I don't know about you but I think cheese hates me as much as I love it. The worst part is that I have been craving it off and on like crazy during this whole pregnancy. It's a tough one for me because I love cheese. … [Read more...]
Skillet Chili Pie with Cornbread Topping (Gluten Free, Can Be Dairy Free)
Back in early September, my friend Kirsten from Farm Fresh Feasts posted a Tamale Pie with Hatch Chilies that had me drooling. This started a major pregnancy craving and I couldn't stop thinking about making it or something like it. All I knew was that I had to have it! We … [Read more...]
Beef Chili with Butternut Squash
Beef Chili is a rite of passage in our house. A predictable way to mark the beginning of Fall and really start to embrace it. You know I fight that transition and hang on to every last bit of summer for as long as possible, but there comes a time (hello reality) when I must … [Read more...]
Beef and Vegetable Soup
Are you ready for Fall? I'm not but I'm never really ready. I am a summer die-hard. I love basking in the hot, glorious sun, romping on the beach, swimming in the pool and every single other thing that comes along with warm summer days. I always feel a slight bit sad when the … [Read more...]
Cast Iron Hanger Steak
Hanger steak is not something I usually buy, but when I do come across a great sale on grass-fed hanger steak or get a couple in a beef share, I like to experiment with different ways to cook it. So far, my absolute favorite way is quickly over high heat in a cast iron … [Read more...]
Horseradish Crusted London Broil (Paleo)
Things have been busier than normal around here, hence why you have seen me a bit less. Some days I cannot believe the amount of "stuff" that I need and want to get done. I think I have reached that point in my life where I literally just do not have enough hours in the day. I … [Read more...]
Bulgogi Inspired Beef Kabobs
One of my favorite things to eat is Beef Bulgogi. FAVORITE! A couple of months ago, my friend Alice from Hip Foodie Mom posted her recipe for Bulgogi Sliders and I immediately bookmarked it and printed it. I had all intentions of making some Beef Bulgogi lettuce wraps from her … [Read more...]
Quick Beef Pho (Paleo)
I have heard people say that Pho or Teriyaki are the "official" foods of Seattle and now that I've lived here for over three years, I would have to say I would definitely agree to that about Pho. It's pretty much impossible to get even a couple blocks in any part of town without … [Read more...]
How To Make Beef Broth
Even though I use my homemade slow cooker chicken stock most frequently in my kitchen, homemade beef broth is actually my favorite. I love the taste and have to confess to drinking it by the mug. My husband thinks I am nuts, but I seriously love the taste. I told him last week … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Roast Beef with Easy Gravy
This is the easiest of easy recipes for when you want a healthy, comforting meal on the table and don't have a lot of time to fuss with it. When it comes to using my slow cooker for large cuts of meat, I prefer to take the time to sear the meat. It adds another layer of flavor … [Read more...]
How To Cook Cube Steak
Let's talk about Cube Steak. You might be asking: “What exactly is cube Steak?” I didn't know either, until recently, when I purchased a grass-fed meat bundle and wound up with almost 5 lbs of it. It is a cut of beef, usually from the top sirloin or top round, that is … [Read more...]
Paleo Pepper Steak
Growing up, my brother and I always chose our "birthday dinner". My mom would give us free reign and we would inevitably chose either a pasta dish similar to this, Lemon Chicken, Steak with Mushrooms and Melted Cheese or Pepper Steak. This Paleo Pepper Steak is closely based … [Read more...]
Paleo Taco Dip {Dairy Free}
We are having quite the taco moment in our house. My son is into tacos right now, I mean, like REALLY into them. He would happily eat tacos for breakfast, lunch and dinner if we would let him. Not such a bad thing though because who doesn't love tacos in some form right? Enter … [Read more...]
Stuffed Cabbage {Prakas}
Are you familiar with Prakas? Prakas is what my family has always called Stuffed Cabbage. It is an Eastern European dish that spans many ethnic cuisines and this version is based on my mom's traditional Jewish Stuffed Cabbage Recipe aka "Prakas". I was wondering a bit about … [Read more...]
Paleo Pot Roast
Growing up, my grandmother (who lived with us) used to make a pot roast pretty often. It wasn’t anything to brag about, being essentially a dry piece of meat, some white potatoes, carrots, broth and liquid smoke. Not exactly the kind of food you long to recreate. Even after … [Read more...]
Thai Beef Basil Lettuce Wraps
It has been way too long since I posted a good Thai dish. I don't know about you, but I crave good Thai food at least once a week, if not more. Living in Seattle, it's not hard to find good Thai food (or Vietnamese Pho for that matter). I would almost go as far as to say, there … [Read more...]
Paleo Stuffed Eggplant {with Ground Beef}
This is one of those dishes that can be prepped in advance (think the night before or early in the morning) and then just tossed in the oven when you walk in the door from school or work. It does have about an hour bake time but if the prep is done in advance, I find this to … [Read more...]
Herbed Half + Half Burgers
Last week one of my neighbors graciously left a bag of her garden goodies on our doorstep. I made this cauliflower, these Herbed Burgers and used the rest of the herbs the next morning in a baked egg casserole similar to this but with olives, greens and of course, herbs. These … [Read more...]
Economical {Paleo} Steak Chili
It was only a matter of time. Paleo Chili needed to happen. Specifically, Paleo Steak Chili. If you have been following this blog for any length of time, you know that I have a mild obsession with soup (and yes, I have been making soups all summer, I’ve just not been posting … [Read more...]
Mom’s Old School Meatloaf {Paleo Style}
We all have those nostalgic dishes from our childhood that we grew up eating, thought were weird or gross but grew to love. This Old School Meatloaf is one of them for me. My mom's family always made meatloaf with perfectly-cooked hard-boiled eggs running through the center. … [Read more...]
Truffle Salt Burgers
If you follow me on Instagram, you may remember about a month or so ago, I posted a photo of this Truffle Salt. Now, if you are not familiar, this stuff is not cheap - it can range from $22 (on Amazon) to $25 or more at Whole Foods Market or other specialty and gourmet … [Read more...]
{Paleo} Beef Rendang
The moment I saw this recipe in this months Saveur Magazine, I knew I would be making it. Not only it is Whole30 compliant but includes some of my favorite aromatics and spices. A couple of these ingredients can be hard to find so do your best. If you can't find fresh … [Read more...]
Cowboy Seasoning Rub {for Beef}
My infatuation with Cowboy Seasoning Rub started about five years ago. There was this old-school neighborhood butcher shop in Westmont, NJ called The Butcher Bloc (which, unfortunately, has since closed) that was amazing. It was right down the street from the epic Severino Pasta, … [Read more...]
Spaghetti Squash with Grain-Free Meatballs
This is one of my go-to healthy comfort-food meals. We all love it and once you get the meatball making down, it's quick, easy and really satisfying. This roasted Spaghetti Squash with Grain Free Meatballs is a huge bowl of food for ONLY 7 Weight Watchers Points Plus and … [Read more...]
Bibimbap {Bee-Bim Bop! in Toddler}
Have you ever had Bibimbap? If not, it is a Korean rice bowl with different vegetables, egg, some kind of meat or tofu, spices and kimchi. Sounds good, right? I happen to love this dish and hadn’t prepared it at home until a couple of weeks ago. I have always lived in big … [Read more...]
Beef and Broccoli with Black Bean Sauce
Healthy Beef and Broccoli is not as easy to come by as it should be. One of the reasons why is the amount of cooking oil that is used to prepare the sauce and in most preparations, the sauce is often laden with oil. I decided to separate out the elements and change the cooking … [Read more...]
Sunday Suppers: Lasagna Inspired Spaghetti Squash Casserole with Kale
Let's talk about squash again. I am on a roll with all these squash recipes. This is a great dish -- hearty, comforting and still managing to be light and healthy. A single (huge!) serving is only 8 Weight Watchers Points Plus. I am classifying this as a Sunday Supper because … [Read more...]
Beef Chow Fun
Let's just get this out of the way - this dish is not technically Beef Chow Fun because I used a thinner rice noodle than Chow Fun Noodles. Other than that, the flavors are the same. Chow Fun Noodles are awesome! They are chewy and thick like pappardelle pasta (about 1/2" … [Read more...]
Bloody Mary Steak with Celery + Olive Tapenade
Bloody Marys are one of those things that you either love or hate. Me, I loooooooooooovvvvve them! But, that love comes with conditions. Like most food related things in my life, I do not like to settle. I would rather not drink than have a mediocre cocktail. Maybe this comes … [Read more...]
GBOTW: Freezing Tofu + Sprouting Pinto Beans from Garden to Wok
This week I have a real treat for you - our guest blogger is Norma from Garden to Wok! Norma is an accomplished cookbook author, avid gardener and healthy food blogger with a focus on wok cooking. Garden to Wok is such an amazing resource and wealth of vegetable knowledge. … [Read more...]
The Food Matters Project: Sesame Orange Beef with Bean Sprouts + Green Beans
Welcome to week 5 of The Food Matters Project! This week Dominica from WineFoodLove is our host. Dominica chose "Seared Bean Sprouts with Beef and Sesame Orange Sauce". To see the original recipe, make sure to stop by her blog here. This is an easy and really versatile recipe. … [Read more...]
