Gutsy By Nature
World IBD Day takes place on May 19 each year to raise awareness of the inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and to help people throughout the world who are living with these conditions find connections with each other by sharing our stories and resources. This year is significant for me in particular […]
I try not to play favorites when it comes to vegetables and preparation methods, but if did I would be putting this broiled asparagus really high on that list! This easy recipe is the best of all worlds because it is fast and virtually fuss free, delicious and fun to eat (I never bother with […]
The nutrient content, flavor, and favorable environmental impact of lamb are reasons to include more of it in our well rounded AIP diets, but did you know it is also quite easy to prepare? Whether you are looking at a pound of ground lamb or a great big leg of lamb roast or a fancy […]
I’m tickled pink at how perfectly delicious this flavorful and ultra-easy roast lamb came together! It utilizes boneless leg of lamb, a cut that is usually accessible in mainstream grocery stores, provides the flavor of a stuffed roast, but with none of the fuss, and is ready to serve in after just two hours of […]
If you have a head of cabbage rolling around in your refrigerator and don’t know what to do with it, I’ve got 10 great ideas for you! Whether you opt to shred it, slice it, chop it, or wedge it, you will learn that this budget-friendly vegetable is the “little black dress” of the kitchen […]
Braised cabbage ticks all the necessary boxes during these challenging times: It’s easy, cheap, nutritious, and versatile. A single head of cabbage goes a long way and will last nicely in your refrigerator, so it makes sense to grab one (or two) anytime you see them available. This recipe only requires a pound of shredded […]
Carrots are a favorite vegetable for many and work well with many different dietary approaches, including the autoimmune protocol. One medium carrot provides 200% of your daily need for vitamin A, so if you include them in your vegetable rotation at least three times a week you’ll be well on your way to meeting that […]
Roasted carrot fries are a favorite vegetable for many, but carrot greens are so neglected! Did you know that they are very similar to parsley, and in fact are closely related? That makes them wonderful to use in a chimichurri, which is traditionally made from parsley and used as a condiment for steak in South […]
Mushrooms aren’t just delicious; they are nutrient superstars! These autoimmune protocol (AIP) compliant recipes give you 10 different ideas of how to turn them into delicious meals and prove that they are also a very versatile ingredient. Last week I shared this recipe for easy sautéed AIP mushroom along with some information about the nutrient […]
Sautéed mushrooms such as these are a gourmand’s delight, combining the natural umami flavor of the mushroom with a hint of acidity from some apple cider vinegar, customizable flavor from your favorite herbs, and a sprinkle of course sea salt on top. They make an appealing side dish, or try moving them to the center […]