Red Lentil Curry Soup

INGREDIENTS serves 6 1 cup red lentils 1 tsp. salt 5 cups water 1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes 2 tbsps. minced fresh ginger 1 tbsp. coconut oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 jalapeno pepper, minced 1 1/2 tbsp. curry powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. tamarind paste...

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Mayonnaise in a Minute

This recipe is so delicious and easy -- you will never buy mayonnaise again!  This is full of good oils rather than the crap that is usually in it.   You need some SPECIAL EQUIPMENT for this -- An immersion blender, and a tall container that is just wide...

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Pie Crust

INGREDIENTS one pie shell 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour (I like to use Einkorn heirloom flour) 1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled, unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1 tbsp. sugar (this can be omitted) pinch of salt 4 - 6 tbsps. ice water   PROCESS Place flour in...

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Peaches and Cream Pie

We don't often have sweets at home. I tend to eat on the Paleo side of things, but I don't like to mess around with substitute ingredients in traditional baked goods.  So, when I am baking, I use wheat flour, sugar, butter, dairy -- but seek out the best...

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Curried Tuna Salad

This is a great recipe to make for lunches all week. Serve it how you normally would tuna salad. If you are looking to go grain-free, serve in Bibb lettuce cups, a romaine heart or wrapped in a large collard green leaf. (see note below for how to do this)....

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Paleo-Vegan Taco Filling

Vegetarian taco meat, yes, please!  Something that is both paleo and vegetarian (no grains, legumes, or soy).  It's unbelievably good.  You could use it on its own or mix it with ground beef to lighten up the meat content. Just break the beef into pieces...

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Beet and Quinoa Salad

We don't eat grains at home very often, but this week my body was definitely asking me to dial back the meat and up the veggies. It's great as a vegetarian main dish or as a side with any grilled meat. It is a gorgeous red color! INGREDIENTS serves 4 as a...

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Thai Lamb Salad

This recipe and technique could easily be used with pork, chicken, beef, or a firm fish (tuna or swordfish).  Simply adjust the cooking times appropriately.  This is grilled (or pan-cooked), THEN marinated, and chilled so prepare accordingly. You could of...

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