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Gluten-free No-Cheese Crackers

These yummy crackers taste even better than goldfish. People go crazy for the rich cheese flavor. Amazingly they contain no cheese, dairy, or flour. They're Paleo, gluten-free and grain-free, made with coconut, almond meal, arrowroot, and nutritional yeast. I ate them with Vegan Herbed Creme Cheese Dip! Yummy!...

Paleo Mayo, Egg-free!

Finally, here's a Paleo mayo recipe that is delicious, healthy, and soy-free! Instead of vegetable oils, it contains coconut and olive oils. It tastes fantastic on salads or vegetables. It's also a Vegan Mayo. As an egg-free mayonnaise, it’s perfect for picnics or packed lunches, as it can sit out of the refrigerator all day with no worries. And it's instant so you can use it immediately. This Paleo mayonnaise gets its creamy thick texture from solid oils. You'll want to spread it on ...

Paleo Maple Glazed Wild Salmon

Here's a quick and easy way to make fantastic maple glazed salmon. The sauce is mildly sweet with a pungent kick. Most barbeque sauces are high in carbs and sugars. But if you use the zero-sugar sweeteners suggested, it makes a sweet glaze that is simply delicious and gives your blood sugar a break. ...

Paleo Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Filling

This cake is incredibly moist, flavorful, and a very dark chocolate color. It is the only chocolate cake I've ever seen that is gluten-free, grain free, dairy-free, and sweetened with natural zero-carb chicory root sweetener. The recipe is from my new book Paleo Desserts, 125 Delicious Everyday Favorites, Gluten and Grain-free. ...

Best Paleo Lasagna

My friends go crazy for this amazing lasagna. With its rich layers and luscious flavors, every bite transports me to Italy. However I can't eat wheat, cheese, or tomatoes. So this recipe uses zucchini strips, coconut ricotta filling, Vegan Parmesan Cheese, and No-Tomato Sauce. Or use ...

Paleo Mexican Wedding Cookies

Mexican Wedding Cookies are a scrumptious treat for the holidays or any time of year, for that matter. The recipe is a preview from my book “Paleo Desserts -125 Delicious Everyday Favorites, Gluten and Grain-free”. Buy it online here. These delicate morsels will melt in your mouth and can satisfy...

Vegan Ice Cream Sandwiches

These homemade ice-cream sandwiches will inspire any gathering, and they’re easy to prepare ahead of time. This recipe is Paleo, Dairy-free, and Raw. It's also diabetic-friendly and easy on your blood sugar, sweetened with zero-carb Just Like Sugar Table Top natural chicory root sweetener. Or use your favorite sweetener. ...

Paleo Chicken Curry

Coconut Chicken Curry is a favorite Asian dish, and every chef has a personal version. The traditional Thai recipe uses peanut sauce. However peanuts are a common allergen, and as a legume they are not part of the Paleo diet. Instead, this recipe uses sunflower butter, for an exotic, rich taste. Or you can substitute any nut butter. ...

Steamed Okra & Lime Calypso Dip

This is the most delicious way to cook okra. And the quickest - it takes just 10 minutes to prepare. Many people dislike okra’s slimy quality. But I recently found the most beautiful fresh okra in the market, and now my mind is changed forever. Okra offers so many unique health benefits: it helps heal intestinal walls,...

Gluten-free Granola

Granola is a delicious breakfast or a healthy snack. But where can you find granola that's fresh and doesn't send your blood sugar through the roof? This granola is tastier than anything you can buy in a store. If you use the suggested zero-carb natural sweeteners, it will go easy on your blood sugar....

Kiwi Lime Cooler

This cool, refreshing drink is a quick snack or tantalizing treat. Kiwi and Lime are a delicious combination, and they taste even better than Key Lime Pie! Mild avocado gives an irresistibly creamy smooth texture. Just blend and enjoy immediately. ...

Artichokes di Campagna, Tarragon Dip

In the Italian countryside, or “campagna”, everybody knows how to cook artichokes. This is the quickest and one of the most delicious ways to prepare them. When I have only 15 minutes, this is my favorite vegetable. Artichokes are one of the best foods for liver health and to balance blood sugar. ...

Paleo Egg Salad

This easy, classic egg salad tastes something like my mom's - except oh my, it's so much more flavorful! Maybe that's because the eggs are pasture-raised and organic, with bright orange yolks! Even better, it contains no mayo, so you have no more worries ...

Paleo Barbequed Chicken

This Paleo barbecue sauce will knock your socks off! Sweet, savory, spicy and loaded with real food flavor, it enhances anything you put it on. Commercial barbecue sauce is loaded with sugar and stabilizers. ...

Avoiding GMO’s? Here’s a Guide.

By Jane Barthelemy. Our health movement is now mainstream! So what is step #1 for your health? Well, I'd say taking care of the food you eat is pretty high. With so many processed ingredients, one of the easiest things to slip through the cracks is GMO's! You're thinking of a chicken salad for lunch? Think again – the chicken will be GMO-fed, and the dressing has GMO canola or soy oil. How about a beef burrito? Nope, the beef is from a CAFO with antibiotics, GMO-feed, and the tortilla is raised with Glyphosate. Okay, so you choose a shrimp wrap. But uh oh! ...

Coconut Milk

Coconut Milk is a delicious creamy blend of coconut meat and coconut water. This is my favorite alternative non-dairy milk. There are many types of coconut milk, and no industry standard for it. Some coconut milk is thick and creamy, while other brands are thin and watery. ...