Real Deal Paleo Brownies
Gluten Free, Flour Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free Paleo brownies that taste like the real deal brownies you grew up with!
Servings 6 people
Ingredients
- 1 c almond butter
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 c coconut sugar
- 1/2 c cacao powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp b soda
- 2 Tbsp oil
- Optional: 1/4 c chocolate chips and 1/4 Walnuts
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients (except chocolate chips) in a bowl. Blend until smooth. Batter will be like PB texture, not too dry but not too wet.
- Add chocolate chips or walnuts
- Mix well and scrape into an 8x8 pan. I use a silicone baking dish for easy removal and I don’t have to spray it with added oils.
- Bake 350 for 15 minutes.
- Let cool and enjoy warm. These are best warm but you can save for up to 3 days in an air tight container.
Flourless Crispy Fried Chicken
My husband is addicted to Matty Matheson's cooking videos. We watched his Gluten-Free Spicy Fried Chicken video and decided to give it a shot. I tamed the heat a bit using Coconut sugar (because... Kids! They have to eat too I guess). I also changed the cooking oil. Sometimes I use straight Ghee or coconut oil. I've also used a combo of Black Seed Oil and coconut oil. It really depends on what I have on hand and if I can get 2 Cups out of the oils I stock.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 1 Chicken, quartered
- salt and pepper for cooking seasoning
- 3-5 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp. Cayenne
- 1/2 tsp. Ground Cloves
- 1/2 tsp. celery seed
- 1 Tbsp. Coconut Sugar
- 1/2 tsp. Cumin
- 2 C. Ghee or oil of choice. I use a coconut and black seed oil combo at times
- 2 Tbsp. Bacon fat
Instructions
- Bring a large pan to medium-high heat. Add oil to the pan (should be about 2" of oil at the bottom). Throw the garlic into the oil and cook for 3 minutes longer.
- Quarter the chicken and remove the spine and guts. Pat dry the chicken and sprinkle with some salt and pepper.
- Use tongs to place the chicken in the hot oil. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until cooked through. (No Pink)
- Toss the garlic and the bacon fat into the pan with the chicken and cook for 3 more minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, mix the spices in a separate bowl. (coconut sugar, paprika, cumin, celery seed, cayenne)
- Once chicken is removed from the oil, place in a large bowl and coat it evenly with the spices.
Notes
Inspired by: https://munchies.vice.com/en_us/article/kzzxqn/gluten-free-spicy-fried-chicken-recipe
Paleo Chicken and Broccoli with Shrimp
Easy meal the whole family will love. Warm, asian cuisine that is cheaper and faster than take out!
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Boneless chicken breasts
- 1 lb medium, deveined and shelled shrimp
- 2 Red bell peppers
- 2 Broccoli crowns
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp Coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp Sesame oil
- 3 tbsp. Coconut Aminos
- 1 tsp. Fish sauce
- 1/8 tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- In a skillet add chicken and 1/2 C. Vegetable broth
- Cook chicken until cooked through
- Add shrimp and cook until shrimp turn pink
- In a sauce pan, combine vegetable broth, Coconut Aminos, Rice Vinegar, coconut sugar and sesame oil. Stir on medium heat until it gently boils
- Chop the broccoli florets of the stem and add them to the chicken and shrimp
- Slice the pepper into thin strips and add to the chicken and shrimp
- Pour sauce mixture into chicken and shrimp mixture, turn on high and bring to a boil for 2 minutes. Reduce heat and serve with cauliflower rice.
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Creating a whipped cream to dip my fruit in was a must for me. Sometimes you just need a little extra sweetness to your day. This is a very simple and delicious Whipped cream. I use it for fruit, pie and garnishes. It is a light and guilt free treat. I always make a small amount so that I don’t go crazy and put it on everything. You can duplicate the recipe depending on what you are using it for. I triple it when I am using it for cupcake icing or doing a layered cake/berry treat.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 Cup Coconut Cream ( the thick stuff on the top in a cold can of Full Fat Coconut milk)
- 1/3 tsp. Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp. Coconut Sugar
Process:
- Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl
- Use a hand mixer to blend the ingredients well
- Place Cream in the refrigerator for 1 hour to harden
- Pipe cream onto your favorite treat or use as a dip for fruits
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Mango Strawberry Fruit Pops
Ingredients:
- 1 Ripe Mango, 2 Large Strawberries
- Coconut Milk
Process:
- Slice 1 ripe, juicy Mango into chunks. (skin on or off, it is up to you!)
- In a food processor, puree the Mango.
- Add 2 Tbsp of Coconut Milk to the puree and blend well.
- Slice Strawberries into small chunks and hand mix into the mango puree.
- Pour the Mango/ Strawberry mixture into ice cube trays, cake pop pans or Popsicle trays.
- Freeze for 2-3 hours
- Enjoy!
* You can use any fruit of your choice (pictured- peach, Strawberry/Mango) Other fruits that would be great: Pineapple, strawberry/blueberry, Watermelon.
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Cajun Burger Sliders
Ingredients:
- 2 TBS Cajun Seasoning (try to find some with natural ingredients and sugar free- we use Chef Leo’s)
- 1 LB of Ground beef
- 2 tsp Coconut Aminos
- Romaine Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
Process:
- Preheat skillet on medium heat for 4 minutes.
- Add all ingredients into a bowl and form into mini burgers.
- Put in the pan and cook until no longer red in center (About 10 min)
- Place burgers on a romaine lettuce leaf with sliced tomatoes. (You can add any veggies)
~Makes 8 mini burgers
String beans
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of fresh String Beans
- 1 TBS of grass- fed butter
- sea salt and cracked pepper to taste
Process:
- Boil water in a pot and add beans to boiling water.
- Cover and continue to boil for 4-6 minutes (depending on the softness you prefer on the beans.)
- Drain and add butter and Salt and pepper to taste
Baked Apple Slices
- 2 small Apples
- 1/2 TBS Organic Maple Syrup
- Slice apples and peel.
- Place in a glass bowl and add syrup
- Microwave for 5 minutes. Remove and stir.
This was a delicious warm meal that was perfect for the Holiday season. The baked apples were a nice dessert during our Christmas Movie: “The Year Without a Santa Clause”
