Instant Primal Porridge

If Grok could tell us his ideal breakfast, this would be it! (Grok is the mythical Paleolithic strong-man whose diet we'd like to mimic.) Primal Porridge is a whole-food, delicious meal for people on the go, much quicker than oatmeal, and infinitely higher in nutrients than any packaged cereal. ...

Lick the Sugar Habit without Deprivation

By Jane Barthelemy. Many of us crave sweets, like Brownies and Chocolate Fudge. They taste wonderful in the moment, but when your blood sugar plunges a few minutes later, and you suddenly gain 5 pounds, it’s a bad day. Sugars and carbs are the problem with most sweets, causing a spike in blood glucose that destabilizes metabolism, and weight gain. ...

9 Secrets to Lick Gluten Intolerance

By Jane Barthelemy. Gluten Intolerance is like an iceberg - 90% is hidden under the surface. Over 200 million Americans are affected by gluten intolerance and celiac disease. We want simple solutions, but there’s more to it. A gluten-free diet alone is unlikely to heal your gut or immune system. Here are 9 secret weapons you'll need to heal yourself and avoid gluten reactions....

Paleo Shepherd’s Pie

How shall I describe this pie? It has a rich, satisfying flavor that is zesty with "cheese" and garlic crust. It is chock full of vegetables in a luscious meat gravy. Shepherd’s Pie is a traditional Irish meat pie with mashed potatoes. ...

Paleo Chicken Salad with Herbs

This is a quick and hearty main-dish chicken salad that’s great any time of year. The creamy avocado-herb dressing contains no mayo or eggs. This means you can serve it warm with no worries for bag lunches, picnics, or travel. Blended avocado gives the dressing a thick, smooth texture....

Vegan Flan with Dulce de Leche

It looks and tastes like traditional flan, but there's no heavy cream, eggs, or sugar. It’s deliciously simple—just blend and chill. My Latino guests were surprised at the perfect custard-like consistency and flavor, especially when they learned it is made with cashews and coconut milk. ...

Paleo Apple Buttercream Frosting

This creamy frosting has the irresistible flavor of caramel apples. Kids love it, and it tastes delicious on everything, from Applesauce Cake to Gingerbread. Even better, it is instant! Just whip it up in a food processor and ice your cake. No cooking, no waiting. I use tart apples like Granny Smith,...

Paleo Eggs Benedict on Portobello Mushroom

I’ve always wanted to try Paleo-Style Eggs Benny. Today was the day! It was pretty quick to make and they tasted fabulous. We used Portobello mushrooms instead of toast. The blender hollandaise sauce is easy with melted coconut oil instead of butter. Or you can substitute grass-fed butter. ...

Just Like Sugar – Table Top Sweetener

I love Just Like Sugar Table Top was my favorite natural sweetener, made from chicory root. A zero-calorie, zero-carb granulated sweetener is hard to find, one we can enjoy with no blood sugar rush or insulin response. Sadly, Just Like Sugar is no longer available. The company's brilliant owner and inventor, Michael Sylver, recently passed ...

Zucchini Pizza Bites

Fun to make and fun to eat, Zucchini Pizza Bites are a delightful appetizer, party food, snack or side dish. It's a simple pizza on a zucchini slice, but people go crazy for this delicious treat. The recipe is truly Paleo, Vegan, and Nightshade-free when you use No-Tomato Sauce and Vegan Mozzarella Cheese. Or ...

Paleo Raspberry Jam

This Raspberry Jam is quick to make, sweet, refreshingly tart, and bright red in color. It is yummy on Chocolate Cake, Pumpkin Pancakes, Thumbprint Cookies, Ice Cream (find the last two recipes in my book Paleo Desserts.) Actually - it's delicious on everything! It's even guilt-free as it won't cause a blood-sugar jolt ...

No Tomato Sauce

This is a fabulicious sauce for anyone who loves Italian food and doesn’t tolerate nightshade vegetables, which are common allergens (tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, and eggplant). Instead of tomato, this recipe uses carrot, beet, sweet potato, and lemon. However you’ll never know when you taste it...

Paleo Vegan Pie Crust

This flaky vegan piecrust will become your favorite! So crispy and delicious, you won't believe how quick it is to make. It is also a Paleo pie crust, gluten-free, grain-free, and low-carb. You can roll it out with a rolling pin, or press it into the pan with your fingers. This is a perfect crust for Paleo Apple Pie and Paleo Pumpkin Pie. ...

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. ...

Preview my book, Paleo Desserts

Paleo Desserts is the first comprehensive dessert cookbook for the wildly popular Paleolithic diet, featuring 125 gluten and grain-free, non-dairy, natural low-carb & no-refined-sugar versions of favorite classic recipes, from Chocolate Cake to Apple Pie. The recipes feature coconut in many forms, and natural zero-glycemic sweeteners....

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...