Raw Oysters (with fresh horseradish)

Day 27 of 31:  Back to Basics I have enjoyed raw oysters my entire life; however, I always ate them with cocktail sauce and a saltine cracker.  I don’t really eat them that often now that I can’t have my cracker…until today.  I will resume my oyster obsession with this very fresh...

reVamp Your Vinaigrette

Day 22 of 31:  Back to Basics I’ve heard people say these things more than once, ”Salads are boring”…”I can’t eat salads without Ranch or Bleu Cheese”…etc.  It is so frustrating.  First, salad toppings are only limited by your imagination.  Also, a...

Prep Day!

Day 17 of 31:  Back to Basics Most of us are very busy ~ I think it is just the sign of the times.  Fast food and take-out have unfortunately become the “norm” of our daily eating habits as a culture.  But it doesn’t have to.  You can be in charge of your own eating destiny. Pick a day...

Mash It Up!

Meal 9 of 31:  Back to Basics If you are missing your mashed potatoes, don’t!  There are so many yummy options out there…you can also adjust the flavor profile to fit your taste buds or meal.  Below are four examples. From left to right (or bottom to top):  sweet potato, cauliflower,...

Toasted Coconut Flakes

This is a very simple snack.  My daughter is always wanting me to buy coconuts.  She likes the coconut water, but not the actual meat.  So, this one was for her. 1 coconut 2T raw honey, slightly melted 1/4 tsp sea salt Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Crack coconut and drain water into a bowl. Chunk off...

“Fried” Oysters

I love ~ love oysters:  fried, steamed and raw!  This is my “paleo” version of fried oysters to enjoy this love of my life! 8 oz raw oysters 2T bacon grease 2 eggs 1/2 cup almond meal 2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning 1 tsp sea salt 1/4 tsp ground pepper In a small bowl, whisk eggs. In a second bowl,...