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Coconut Milk Yogurt At Last! [Dairy Free] [Soy Free] [Vegan] [Low Carb]
2008-04-29 13:51:00
Alas, the coconut milk yogurt has materialized in my kitchen! Sorry for the ridiculously long wait, but as I mentioned previously in my Ginger Sea Bass post, we were waiting on the probiotic and then went to GA for vacation after my exam and blah blah. Yo don't care, right? The yogurt is here in all of its gluten free, dairy free, soy, nut, corn, yeast, yadda yadda free glory!! I am really sorry I am a month late, Seamadien :) Can you forgive me? I am loving your spinach pie and that St. Pats pot pie looks intriguing...Anyways, back to the coconut yogurt and why I chose Christian from Stephen's Recipes for my adoption way back when. I have a very strong connection to family (at least in my mind, don't ask my mom :) ) and I admire someone who has children and not only devotes their love and energy to them, but also sets aside time to blog about allergen free living for the rest of us! Christian has a sense of humor (see the taste warning at the blog header) and is committed to pro...
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Ginger Sea Trout Asian-Style Soup [Low Carb] [Low Fat]
2008-03-31 22:46:00
Sorry all for the long delay between posts, we've been busy bees trekking back and forth to Atlanta for Easter and wedding planning. Nothing like a great relaxing post-prelim break of driving furiously all around North Carolina and Georgia. If you've never been to Atlanta and like pain, I recommend I-285 during rush hour -- perfect meditation time! What else are you going to do for a 2 hour (10 mile) journey across the dry, cracked pavement? Anyways, Easter was great and family visits home were more than worth the trip (I'm not just saying that because our families read the blog... no way, ha).I hate the girly details in wedding planning though. I still think jeans and hiking up the Appalachian Trail is a great wedding. God can hike, right? I might need to check on that before I pack my favorite washed denim $3 thrift store jeans. Weddings, I have come to realize, are complicated beasts. Do you know how difficult it is to find inexpensive sundresses or casual bridesmaid dr...
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Quick Coconut Potato Herb Soup [Vegan]
2008-03-17 19:33:00
Good news! This is my first official post-passing-the-prelim post. I have to admit, this is an old post which has been patiently waiting in the bin, so I do apologize for my .. lateness. The hard work paid off and I am now an official PhD candidate (still cheap grad labor, yesss!)... I guess those guys really want to know how 22Ne+p affects 23Na (must they salt their food often I wonder?). The coconut yogurt is still in the works, I promise! Sorry for all the delay and excuses; the gf/df probiotic we ordered is taking its sweet ole' time to ship here.Thanks for waiting patiently at your computer and Happy Saint Pat's Day!! I figured this green-looking (well, in these pictures at least) soup might add to the cheer since everyone claims that last bit of 1/1000000 drop of Irish heritage today. So drink up (the soup :) ) and honor good old St. Patrick. I know there are about a billion potato soup recipes out there, but I thought I'd add one more :) I am very pressed for time r...
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Adopt a GF Blogger ... Slowly
2008-03-10 16:27:00
Hi all, I guess I should apologize for being behind schedule for the Adopt a Blogger Event deadline. You see, though, I never could follow directions. Sorry Seamaiden and Stephen (and all of you who want gf df cf coconut yogurt), but it is coming... slowly.... much akin to the progress on my preliminary exam presentation (also known as D-Day for PhD proposals which is this Thursday). I'm getting there, I promise!Thursday 11:30 am- 3pm Phillips Hall (Physics) The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill In the meantime, can I interest you in some astrophysics? Say, perhaps, hydrogen burning in stars? How about my favorite nuclear reaction, proton capture on 22Ne, which is relevant to evolved star (post main sequence) nucleosynthesis. Red giant stars, classical novae, presolar grains, and asymptotic giant branch (AGB) stars are all my playground (well, sorta). Yes, I hear you shout, "I love it - tell me more!" Even if you don't care, it is still a completely kosher gluten fr...

Buckwheat Coconut Caraway Biscuits [Low Carb]
2008-03-03 16:18:00
1/2 c. organic buckwheat flour1 t. non-aluminum baking powdersea salt1 t. organic raw apple cider vinegar1-2 t. freshly ground caraway seeds (fruit)onion and garlic powderpunch oregano2 T. smart balance light, melted or 2 T. organic coconut oil2 eggs2 T. agave1 T. flax (optional)In a medium bowl, mix the eggs (or egg substitute with 3 T. ground flaxseed), melted vegan smart balance (or organic coconut oil, whichever you are using), agave, sea salt, and apple cider vinegar. Add in the coconut flour, buckwheat flour, baking powder, flax (whole or ground) to the bowl of liquids. Stir the batter as you add the coconut flour and flax so that no lumps are formed and the moisture is distributed evenly. You can add a few tablespoons of water or unsweetened applesauce if the dough becomes too thick and tough to stir. The high fiber content of the coconut flour, flax, and buckwheat will absorb the moisture quickly. Grind the caraway seeds in your mortar by hand, with a little coffee gri...
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Adopt a Gluten Free Blogger
2008-02-29 04:31:00
If you're out and about in the GF community, you probably are already aware of Sea @ Book of Yum's Adopt a Gluten Free Blogger Event this month. If not, it goes a bit like this:blog ?adoption? event where a blogger would ?adopt? another blogger and try one of their recipes and blog both about the blogger and the recipeI've been adopted by Natalie the Gluten Free Mommy. Thanks Natalie! :) If you haven't been to her blog, I highly recommend it. She has one of the prettiest, best organized, and, for lack of a better description, happiest blogs I've seen!In that spirit, I adopt Christian (no, not my PhD adviser) @ Stephen's Recipes. He has a great coconut yogurt recipe which I want to make. I have been pondering more dairy replacements using coconut for the past few months, so his recipe is perfect. I'll be sure to keep everyone posted with the recipe (both his and mine) and whatever strangeness I whip up to go with the yogurt. Hey, start with coconut, a metabolism booster...

Quick'n Tangy Broccoli Soup [Vegan] [Low Carb] [Low Fat]
2008-02-25 18:57:00
1 lb. fresh broccoli (try to get stalks with as much floret head as possible. Less stem is better!)2 c. low sodium organic vegetable broth (Pacific brand is gluten, dairy free, and vegan)1 to 1 1/2 c. organic lite coconut milk1 c. water1/4" chunk fresh ginger root7 cloves fresh garlic5 t. nutritional yeast2 T. extra virgin olive oilSeasonings:turmericfreshly ground cuminrosemary, to tastesea salt and pepper1/2 fresh lime, peeledOptional:2 T. organic hemp protein powderOnce all of your ingredients are in order, start by washing your fresh broccoli and chopping off a few of the florets to reserve for later. I used these florets at the end for garnish and texture.Fill your Vita-Mix (or other blender) with the vegetable broth, coconut milk, water, garlic cloves, jalapeño, olive oil and seasonings. The beauty of easy blender soups like this is that you can just throw the veggies in whole; no chopping required. This is a time saver we can all appreciate. I put the garlic and pepper on...
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Quick Beet Potato Puree [Vegan]
2008-02-18 23:53:00
1 lb. fresh raw beets OR 1 15 oz. can salt-free organic beets3 small red potatoes3 cloves fresh garlic2 T. extra virgin olive oil1/4 c. black olivesSeasonings:rosemary (dried)sea salt and pepperturmericdried parsleyThis is yet another delicious, quick, and healthy vegan side dish courtesy of the Vitamix (or your blender/food processor). This whole meal takes about 2 minutes from start to finish if you have the potatoes already cooked.Wash off potatoes, cook if necessary. I had precooked potatoes on hand for ease of use when I come home late from work (like today). You can always resort to the quick paper towel-microwave method for cooking the potatoes, if absolutely necessary, but I recommend roasting a few on the weekend for later weekday consumption.The actual "instructions" are a breeze: place the garlic, small potatoes (or halved medium cooked potatoes), raw washed beets, olive oil, and seasonings in the Vita-Mix. Turn from low (speed 1) to variable high (8-10) for approxim...
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Easy Roasted Chili Salsa [Vegan] [Low Carb] [Low Fat]
2008-02-10 22:54:00
These past few months, Jon and I have been quite busy. From plodding through our degree programs and planning our wedding, finding a time to sit down, relax, and write to you has been a blessing seldom received. Rest assured, we've still been cooking and have plenty recipes stored away! Lately, we've focused on the often-requested, though rarely shared, weekend meals to last the week. Recipes for roasted-quinoa porridge, David's coconut guacamole, roasted tomato hummus, and cinnamon flax butter adorn our more recent list of recipes yet-to-be-posted. The Omega-3 packed cinnamon flax butter was delicious on our Sunrise Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits. We traded a batch of our roasted tomato hummus for two of Pete's Kombucha SCOBY's, for which Pete said:That was very likely the best hummus I've ever tasted. I had to control myself to not eat the entire tub... With those SCOBY's, we started brewing our own kombucha. [My addiction was becoming a tad too expensive .. :) ]One thin...
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A Recipe for Disaster
2008-02-05 19:48:00
As it is Super Tuesday, I've a special recipe I'd like to share courtesy of a friend. It's not very appetizing. In fact, the thought alone will probably upset your stomach. Nonetheless, it's this very recipe that we've been spoon fed.First, pour a trillion dollars of military spending in a pot. Next, add a heaping tablespoon of debt to China. Finally, mix in a half a cup of federal reserve notes printed from thin air. Bake in warmonger propaganda and what do you get? Inflation, a falling dollar, and a collapsing economy!If you find this recipe distasteful, then educate yourself and vote! You can make a difference.
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Coconut Lime Seared Salmon [Paleo] [Low Carb]
2008-02-05 02:57:00
At a junction between the Superbowl and Super Tuesday, I thought I'd send you a delicious salmon recipe of ours and a little reminder: Don't forget to vote tomorrow (Feb 5th)! Before heading out to vote, please consider the once-in-a-lifetime candidate for president, Ron Paul. Thanks - enjoy :)4 fillets fresh or frozen (defrosted) wild caught Alaskan salmon with skinlemon juicesqueeze lime juicesea salt and pepper4 T. organic virgin coconut oil (or olive oil) for fryingSeasonings:driedsprinkle dill and lemon seasoningCoconut Lime Sauce:1 can organic coconut milk1/3 c. lime juicepeel of fresh lime, grated for zesthandful organic no-sulfur shredded coconut (extra for garnish)slices of fresh lime, garnishPrepare your coconut sauce by combining and stirring all the lime sauce ingredients in a large bowl. Once mixed, poor roughly two-thirds of the glaze and salmon in a leak proof bag and let marinate for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.Coat your grill with olive oil (spr...
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Turkey "Chili" Cabbage Soup [Paleo] [Low Carb]
2008-01-29 21:33:00
It's still January, our national soup month, and it is a bit warmer outside (in the 40's now), but since we've been on a soup binge I thought I'd squeeze this last one in. I bet everyone is sick of my soup and turkey already :) Bear with me just a bit longer here and maybe even try your hand at your own chili-soup concoction. If you don't do meat, I have just stolen my old red cabbage soup and veggie soup "recipes" (they all have similar ingredients and I don't do recipes- anyone else's or my own), so don't feel oppressed by all the recent turkey food. Cabbage is delicious in its own right. My soup archive is here if you do so dare to venture into soup-land.Anyways, I decided that this sad package of ground turkey I had in the bottom of the fridge deserved a privileged place on my soup extravaganza list. This was inspired by both my shivering body (last week it snowed ?!?) and Melissa's latest bison chili post. I have been building on top or alongside many of Meli...
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Sage Turkey Spaghetti [Low Carb]
2008-01-22 23:48:00
1 lb ground turkey1/2 small green pepper2 small onions, chopped1 28 oz can fire roasted organic (whole) tomatoes1 small can (7 oz) mushrooms, drained1/4 c. dried/dehydrated zucchini slices (or fresh)1 organic carrot, gratedred wine, to taste1 can 15 oz. organic tomato sauce2 T. apple cider/red wine vinegar~1/4 c. pure water (optional, it thins the "tomato-ey" taste a bit)Seasonings:RosemarySage GarlicCrushed Red PepperSea salt and pepperItalian seasoningextra virgin olive oilfresh basil leaves, choppedIn a food processor, mince the garlic and basil together. If you like a little heat, add a seeded red chili or a jalapeño. Roughly chop the onions and green pepper and set them aside. Open all the cans and drain the mushrooms (or use fresh mushrooms). I used the Saladmaster to finely grate the carrot and set it aside for later.In a large frying pan or electric skillet, add the coconut oil or other safe sautéing oil and turn the skillet to medium heat to melt the coconut oil. As a r...
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Easy Seaweed "Egg Drop" Soup [Low Carb]
2008-01-15 16:54:00
This is a really easy, quick soup that I even make for breakfast on chilly mornings. Organic sea vegetable like kelp or dulse provide a wide array of vital minerals and nutrients, especially natural iodine. Iodine is necessary for proper function of the thyroid and has been shown to strongly benefit those with hypothyroidism. Note that too much iodine can actually block the thyroid function, so (as always) use common sense and eat it in moderation.Sea vegetables offer high fiber, iron, calcium, vitamin C, B vitamins (pantothenic acid, riboflavin, folate), zinc, copper, and vitamin K, magnesium and manganese. Many to all of these vitamins and minerals are lacking for Celiacs and others with malabsorption issues. Nutrion Data information for kelp is here, but there are many other varieties of seaweed with fantastic health benefits. A great simple guide to the different kinds of seaweed is at World's Healthiest Foods. Their recipe for shitaki mushroom and seaweed soup is pretty...
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Easy Red Cabbage Soup [Vegan] [Low Carb] [Paleo]
2008-01-11 15:43:00
I love the color of this super easy soup, not to mention the vitamin-packed nutrition from the fresh red cabbage. My mother always said that color is the key to health- fresh, colorful veggies are full of vitamins and minerals essential to our health and digestion. Red cabbage is high in Vitamins C, K, and the B vitamins, as well as iron. The World's Healthiest Foods site lists cabbage and describes the detoxifying ability and digestive boost which cabbage gives the body.This is a quick soup which we love and has even been a hit with my sometimes picky family. It makes a great simple appetizer and is very low calorie- served with a nice big green salad and a balanced entree, you're well on your way to a healthy weight loss meal. Melissa, this is my first soup for January "soup month" and I'm looking forward to many more recipes from the whole community (where's your kale and cauliflower one? :) )6 c. water1 whole small organic red cabbage headsea saltpepper2 T. extra virg...
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Cashew Raisin Sprout Salad [Vegan]
2008-01-08 19:30:00
4 c. organic lettuce (I used red leaf)1/4 c. organic jumbo mixed raisins (no sulfur)1/2 yellow onion, sliced1 organic carrot, gratedlarge handful(s) fresh alfalfa sprouts1/4-1/2 c. organic raw cashews (unsalted)Dressing:1 T. balsamic vinegar2 T. extra virgin olive oiloreganosea salt and fresh pepperdried basilToss lettuce and sprouts in a large bowl. Sprinkle over the cashews, raisins, and onion slivers. Mix (I just pour it on, but you can shake it together) olive oil and vinegar and pour over the salad. We had this with our Balsamic and Molasses Grilled Salmon and some red cabbage, onion, and kale sauteed in virgin coconut oil- delicious and packed full of health for the new year!Serves: 1-2
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Grilled Balsamic and Molasses Salmon [Paleo] [Low Carb]
2008-01-08 19:28:00
1 large fillet wild caught salmon (1.75 lbs)lemon juice, to tasteBalsamic Molasses Glaze4-5 T. organic unsulfured blackstrap molasses3 T. no-sulfur balsamic vinegar2-3 T. extra virgin olive oilsea salt and pepperdried dilllemon juice to tastegarlic powderlemon pepperPrepare your glaze by combining and stirring all the glaze ingredients in a large bowl. Once mixed, poor the glaze and salmon in a leak proof bag and let marinate over night.Coat your grill with olive oil (spray or otherwise). Grill the salmon for 2-3 minutes per side - we like our salmon rare-medium, depending on freshness. We had this with Cashew Raisin Sprout Salad and some red cabbage, onion, and kale sauteed in virgin coconut oil- yum! The healing power of the Omega 3 fatty acids from the salmon along with the folk remedy miracle blackstrap molasses combine for wonderful flavor and a real health whammy.I've talked about the wonders of blackstarp molasses a little bit in my Vegan Soy Free/Dairy Free Eggnog, but i...
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Table of Contents
2008-01-08 02:41:00
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Tangerine and Spinach Omelet [Paleo] [Low Carb]
2008-01-06 22:26:00
After a long, blessed holiday season and New Year, we're back with some seasonal citrus and fresh spinach. I hope the holidays were as great for everyone else as for us; I have been so busy visiting with family that I haven't had much time to sit down at a computer at all. I'll fill everyone in on all the boring details of our Celtic wedding shower which we held on Yule (Winter Solstice) and whatnot later, but for now, let's eat!2 Clementine oranges, peeled & sectioned4 oz. whole organic mushrooms1/2 bag (5 oz) fresh spinach4 free range eggs2 T. extra virgin coconut oil (frying)2 jalapeños (optional)~ 2-3 oz. lite coconut milk (for whipping eggs- optional, can use water)Seasonings:garlic powderrosemary (fresh)curry powder1 T. balsamic vinegar2-4 T. extra virgin olive oilsea salt and pepperTurn your skillet to medium high and add the coconut oil to melt. Add a tablespoon of water (or lite coconut or other "milk" or olive oil) and whisk the eggs in a medium bowl. Wash and ...
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Curry Spinach Grass Fed Lamb [Low Carb]
2007-12-17 20:25:00
I am sure there are already a million Indian lamb curry recipes out there, but I just wanted to share ours since this was fantastic. We used some ground lamb from our local grass fed farmers at John Pope's Farm here in the Carrboro area. Tim and Bob are great guys who not only treat their flock well and ensure humane Halal/Kosher slaughter for us, but they are active in local politics. A simple trip to the farmer's market here down the road becomes an adventure in current issues and the problems with farm subsidies and big government intervention, which hurts the small grass fed farmers here. Well, I'll get to the politics of that later, but for now I defer you to the video posted below. On to the oh-so-delicious and healthy hormone and antibiotic free grass fed lambies! :)1 lb. grass fed lamb5 cloves fresh garlic1/2" piece fresh ginger root2 c. frozen chopped spinach2-3 T. extra virgin olive oil1/2 c. organic lite coconut milkSeasonings:sea saltpepper1 T. hot curry powder o...
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Slippery Elm Bark and a Yummy Healing Tea [Vegan]
2007-12-08 03:47:00
Just recently, I discovered slippery elm bark (powder). If you are not aware of it, read on! Slippery elm has a number of amazing benefits (particularly for those with irritable bowels); I am a huge fan!Slippery Elm Bark can be found in the bulk herbs section in your local health food store (or online). I'll give a brief list of the healing properties of the bark and an easy tea recipe which has performed miracles on my digestive track recently. Seeing how many people, especially high stress individuals (that's me!) and Celiacs, have irritated digestive tracks, I thought this information was relevant from Wikipedia and Dr. Karl Smith's informational sites.Slippery Elm Bark, or ulmus fulva, is an herb from the inner part of the elm bark which is usually sold in a finely ground powder. It hails from the elm tree and masquerades under many names: American elm, Indian elm, red elm, moose elm, sweet elm, rock elm, and winged elm.It is a very safe and gentle herb an...
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Artichoke Curry Bison Burgers [Paleo] [Low Carb]
2007-12-04 01:32:00
1 lb ground bison (local if possible)1 T. extra virgin olive oil (since grass fed meat is very lean)1 free range egg (optional- some ground flax or psyllium powder keeps it together nicely)1 small jalapeño with seeds3 cloves fresh garlic, minced1/4" piece fresh ginger root, minced2-3 T. extra virgin olive oil1 can quartered artichoke hearts, drained2-3 sliced red onion, garnishSeasonings:sea salt and pepper2 T. crushed red pepperdash hot curry powder (to taste)Ok, I'm going to cheat here and use old instructions on how we make our burger patties. No methodology has changed, so here's the scoop:To make burgers:First mince or finely chop the garlic and ginger in a food processor. In a large bowl, mix fresh or defrosted meat, the minced garlic and ginger, seasonings, olive oil, and egg (if the egg is included).If you're not using egg, you can omit it entirely or add the psyllium powder or freshly ground flax now. If you use flax, be sure to buy whole flaxseed (it is cheapest in b...
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Banana Spice Pancakes
2007-11-30 18:03:00
1/2 c. all-purpose gluten free baking mix1 egg2 ripe organic bananas1 t. vanilla (organic/fair trade)1/2 t. non aluminum baking powderdash 50-50 cinnamon/cayenne1 t. cinnamondash nutmeg1/4 c. water1 T. organic virgin coconut oil or extra virgin coconut oil (frying)1 T. honey or agave nectarCombine all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in beaten egg, water, and vanilla, mixing well. Stir in the cinnamon-cayenne and nutmeg. Drizzle in the agave nectar (or honey). Slice or mash in the banana and mix the batter until it is smooth.Melt the coconut oil (or olive oil) in a large frying pan and preheat the pan to medium heat (5). Once the oil is melted, turn the heat down to 3 or 4 and spoon in batter. Cook 2 minutes until the sides bubble. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes. Serve with a dash of cinnamon, or your choice of fresh fruit topping, Smart Balance Vegan butter, honey, or agave nectar.Variations:1/4 c. porridge and/or 1/4 c. raw cranberries
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Fiesta Vegetable Sweet Potato Soft Tacos [Vegan]
2007-11-29 19:14:00
One of my favorite combinations for many of Jon's lunches uses low net carb/high fiber organic beans (either black, chickpea, great northern, and organic tri bean mixes), and nutrient-dense root vegetables like carrots and sweet potatoes. This combo is a great vegan protein, fiber, and vitamin powerhouse. It is also perfect for the fall and winter seasons when these items are fresh and abundant. Many other gluten free bloggers like Karina use sweet potatoes as a vegan meal base, but I haven't tried many of those recipes yet. They all look delicious! Here's my easy and quick lunch or dinner side dish favorite combo:1 medium organic sweet potato1/2 lb. frozen corn (kernels)2 organic carrots1 15 oz. can no sodium organic tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes and/or 2 c. low sodium chunky salsa1 15 oz. can organic black beans, drained6-8 corn tortillas2-4 T. extra virgin olive oilSeasonings:sea saltpepperparsleyoreganodash hot saucebasilcuminCook the sweet potato either by conven...
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Rotisserie Rosemary Lamb [Paleo] [Low Carb]
2007-11-28 18:05:00
semi boneless leg of lab (ours was about 2.6 lbs- try to get well treated, grass fed and local roasts when possible)Seasonings:dried rosemarycayenne pepperhot curry powdercrushed red pepperYou'll need special equipment for this one, of course! I used our baby George Foreman rotisserie which fits a medium to large sized chicken (~6 lbs max). The instructions here are easy: Wash off the raw lamb and mount it on the rotisserie bar. Secure the meat with the rotisserie skewers and mount the assembly into the cooker, as shown below.I mixed all of the seasonings in a plastic bowl and dry rubbed the mixture onto the meat. The fat in the lamb kept the meat moist as the roast rotated. Cook the roast depending on its weight. Our 2.6 lb leg with bone cooked for about an hour. If you aren't sure about exact timing, then err on the side of less done. Charred lamb is never good :)I served this with my Grapefruit and Cranberry Glazed Green Beans and Molasses-Maple Pecan Carrots.
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Flu Vaccine and Egg Allergy Info
2007-11-27 18:13:00
This just came across my email and I thought I'd share it for all of you who are sensitive to eggs. Daniel Moore has an About.com allergy section and the following is an excerpt of his article. For more from Dr. Moore click here.Can an Egg-Allergic Person Get the Flu Vaccine ? From Daniel More, MDGenerally speaking, no. The influenza vaccine is produced using chick embryos, and therefore may contain a small amount of egg protein. Since the amount of egg protein may vary from one year to the next, an egg-allergic person may tolerate the vaccine one year, but not the next.People who can eat eggs without experiencing symptoms of food allergies can safely receive the influenza vaccine despite the positive allergy test to egg. The decision to perform a vaccine challenge is based on the person’s risk from not being vaccinated to the potential risk of having an allergic reaction to the vaccine.Source: Moylett EH, Hanson IC. Mechanistic actions of the risks and adverse events associ...
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Rosemary Olive Buffalo Burgers [Low Carb] [Paleo]
2007-11-27 04:05:00
Burgers:1 lb ground bison (local if possible)1 T. extra virgin olive oil (since grass fed meat is very lean)1/4 c. pimento-stuffed olives2 large jalapeños with seeds, sliced3 sundried tomatoes, chopped1 free range egg (optional- it holds together fine without egg or gf breadcrumbs)Seasonings:sea salt and pepper2 T. crushed red pepper1 T. garlic powdera few cloves of fresh garlic, minceddried rosemarydash tarragonSides (Optional):fresh sliced tomatofresh collard leaves for "bun"cayenne-spiced sauteed chopped celeryTo make burgers:Slice the peppers and chop the sundried tomatoes. I used kitchen shears to chop my tomatoes. Mix fresh or defrosted meat, the minced garlic, seasonings, olive oil, peppers, tomatoes, and egg (if the egg is included). Pat meat mixture into 4-6 patties and grill 3-5 minutes. Remember that grass fed buffalo meat is very lean and requires significantly less cooking time than normal meat; keep a close eye on it. These cook great on the grill or in a pan wi...
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Gluten Free Granola and Hemp Muffins
2007-11-26 01:55:00
These muffins come from the recipe off the Enjoy Life Gluten Free Granola which we found as a new item at Kroger yesterday. I was so excited to try the gluten free granola despite the fact that it is almost $5 for a tiny box (of air! - gluten free air specially manufactured in a facility...).Very berry sawdust, mmmI made my first mistake in thinking that I ever I missed granola. This will be a very biased review since I never liked granola, but then again I'm not a carb person. My subsequent mistake was in believing it would taste like real granola... or something other than stale brown rice syrup. I should be fair and say Jon tried it and he said it was decent, but would be improved with milk and lots of cinnamon and honey. If you like or miss granola, this might be ok for you since Jon has a better sense of granola than I do.I followed up my buying mistake with an entertaining hour-long painstaking irritable dance around the kitchen while I tried to follow their recipe....
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Grapefruit and Cranberry Glazed Green Beans [Vegan]
2007-11-24 03:11:00
1 lb. frozen beans1/2 can (8 oz) organic jellied cranberry sauce (no corn syrup)1/2 c. raw cranberries2 large grapefruits, peeled, sectioned, and choppedsea saltparsleydash crushed red pepperdash garlic saltSteam the green beans until bright green and tender, about 5 minutes. Do not over cook. While the green beans are cooking, peel the grapefruit and remove the seeds. We sectioned the grapefruit and then chopped the individual sections to add to the beans at the end.Once the beans are finished steaming, drain them if necessary. Add the organic cranberry sauce and stir well over low heat. Stir until the cranberry sauce has mixed in like a marmalade and coated the green beans.Add the whole cranberries and chopped grapefruit sections. Sprinkle in the seasonings and mix well. Serve warm. This is a great quick recipe for the holiday craziness which relies on the sweetness of the cranberry (and sauce) as well as the grapefruit for the sweet-tooth appeal. We opted out of marshm...
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Simple Maple-Molasses Pecan Carrots [Vegan]
2007-11-24 03:10:00
6 organic whole carrots2 T. organic maple syrup3 T. organic no-sulfur blackstrap molassesparsley1/4 c. organic whole shelled pecansWash and dry the carrots. You can microwave or steam the carrots for the fastest cooking, although roasting them in the oven is delicious too. I did a quick microwaving of the washed and dried carrots for about 4 minutes on high until they were bright orange and slightly tender. We like our carrots with a tender outside and a little crunch inside, so if you like mushy vegetables, you should cook your's longer.Just before serving, combine the blackstrap molasses and maple syrup in a small bowl along with the pecans. Mix well and drizzle over the hot carrots. Sprinkle over the parsley and serve hot. We had these with Rotisserie Rosemary Lamb, some homemade sweet potato chips made with the Saladmaster, and Cranberry-Grapefruit Green Beans.Serves: 4-6
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