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Thora Toft
September 16, 2020
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A creamy salad that can be served on croissants or fresh bread, or on a bed of crisp lettuce. This is seasoned with either dill or Old Bay seasoning. Each is quite different, so try both and see which you like best.
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Thora Toft
September 8, 2020
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A classic all time family favorite for lunch time. This easy to make egg salad goes nice on fresh gluten free bread or served on top of a fresh veggie salad.
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Thora Toft
August 30, 2020
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A tangy fresh guacamole that's great served with tortilla chips and goes great with a Mexican themed dinner or Homemade Chili.
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Thora Toft
August 25, 2020
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A tangy and creamy Italian dressing that's very versatile. You can make it with mayo or Greek yogurt and with premade Italian seasoning or single herbs.
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Thora Toft
August 19, 2020
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This is an easy salad to make when you're in a rush, and works great on a bed of lettuce, or used to make sandwiches.
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Thora Toft
August 12, 2020
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This popular spice mix is easy to make and super versatile. Making it yourself saves money too!
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Thora Toft
July 21, 2020
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A sweet and tangy dressing that's easy to make and works great on salads and fresh veggies.
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Thora Toft
July 14, 2020
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An easy to make fresh salad with a tangy vinaigrette dressing that's great with any summer meal such as barbecued steaks or chicken.
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Thora Toft
July 7, 2020
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Delicious tomato bean chili that's truly a North American family favorite. It can be made with fresh or canned tomatoes. Serve it with fresh bread or Cheese buns, or even corn bread, and sprinkled with grated Mozzarella or Cheddar and some diced...
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Thora Toft
March 3, 2020
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An easy to make hamburger skillet dish loaded with tomato sauce and cheese. Serve it by itself or use it to top rice or pasta for a quick meal everyone will love.
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Thora Toft
Feb 24, 2020
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A truly classic salad or sandwich filling that's perfect for using up leftover chicken. Make it ahead of time for a quick lunch time meal.
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Thora Toft
February 17, 2020
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This marinade is great for lean, less expensive cuts of meat, that normally would be tough and turns it into something truly special! Marinating the roast tenderizes the meat and imparts juiciness and flavor into beef roasts.
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Thora Toft
February 10, 2020
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Roasting brings out the rich flavors of squash. This recipe adds a twist by adding honey or maple syrup to make a delicious and rustic veggie dish with a hint of sweetness.
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Thora Toft
February 3, 2020
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A flavorful pork roast stuffed with fresh herbs that's easy to make and will really impress your dinner guests. Leftovers are great for your family's lunch.
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Thora Toft
January 20, 2020
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Little bite size gluten free strawberry cheesecake bites that are a simple yet elegant way to serve up a classic flavor combo. These cookies can be rolled in shredded coconut, toasted coconut or toasted almonds.
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Thora Toft
January 13, 2020
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These delicious and easy to make refrigerator pickles are a great way to enjoy homemade pickles without the hassle of canning. They're ready in 2 hours, and will keep in the fridge for up to 2 months.
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Thora Toft
January 6, 2020
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A delicious yuca and cheese pizza crust that's grain and gluten free, along with a quick pizza sauce. The crust is not dry and won't crumble when cooked, and is midway between a thin and crispy crust and a thick and chewy one.
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Thora Toft
December 30, 2019
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These delicious no bake cream cheese cookies are loaded with coconut and have a hint of lime. You can adjust it easily to use 1/2 coconut and 1/2 almond meal, for a lovely nutty flavor.
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Author:
Thora Toft
December 17, 2019
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Delicious scrambled eggs and cheese baked in muffin pans and filled with your favorite ingredient combo - ham and tomato; sausage and red peppers; broccoli and tomatoes; etc.
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Thora Toft
December 10, 2019
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Bright red, yellow and green bell peppers stuffed with a spicy and cheesy ground beef filling. These stuffed peppers don't have rice added, so they're great for those not wanting the added carbs or grains.
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Thora Toft
December 2, 2019
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Crunchie coconut crusted shrimp that makes a great appetizer or as the main dish for dinner. Serve with a delicious and easy honey mustard sauce that everyone will love.
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Thora Toft
November 25, 2019
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Oven roasted beef smothered in a delicious aromatic herb and garlic butter crust. This gluten free recipe is so easy to make and will be a huge hit with your family and guests.
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Thora Toft
November 18, 2019
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A delicious leek soup using both the green and white parts of the leek, that has no cream or potatoes. The green leaves bring out a flavor reminiscent of pea soup. This is a lighter soup that will make a lovely starter to your lunch or dinner.
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Author:
Thora Toft
November 11, 2019
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A delicious pumpkin pie dessert made with or without a crust, that can be made with fresh or canned pumpkin. Serve it with thick cream, whipped cream or ice cream. Perfect for any dinner party feast.
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Author:
Thora Toft
November 4, 2019
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Patacones are pan fried green plantains and are a great alternative to potatoes. They're served with a tangy Garlic and Lime Mayo Dip which pairs really well with the Patacones.
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Author:
Thora Toft
October 28, 2019
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Liver is wonderfully tender and the onions are the perfect delicious addition.
Liver and onions has made a comeback as a different kind of meat to eat. The recent interest in Nose to Tail eating in the Keto community has sparked a renewed...
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Author:
Thora Toft
October 14, 2019
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Creamy coleslaw with a delicious mayonnaise and mustard dressing. This is a classic salad recipe that's been popular for decades, and will be a hit with the whole family.
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Thora Toft
October 7, 2019
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A delicious pan seared cod, tilapia or other firm white fish, that's quick seared with a blend of savory spices. The spice blend is a great way to add a nice punch of flavor to milder tasting fish.
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Thora Toft
September 30, 2019
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Delicious pan fried pork chops glazed with a maple sauce, and loaded with fresh apples and fried onions. This main dish pork recipe is moist and tender and the whole family will love them.
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Thora Toft
September 23, 2019
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Pan fried chicken with a honey and lime or lemon glaze. This delicious gluten free seared chicken is tender and juicy and is perfect served with steamed veggies and rice.
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Thora Toft
September 16, 2019
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This classic dish is a great way to create a tender beef dish using less expensive cuts of beef. It's slow cooked on the stove with tomatoes and onions. If you can tenderize the beef with a meat mallet, knife or Jaccuard it will be even more tender.
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Thora Toft
September 8, 2019
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A tomato rich beef stew, made with fresh tomatoes, peas and carrots. This delicious stew is great served with mashed potatoes and a fresh green salad, for a tasty meal the whole family will enjoy.
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Author:
Thora Toft
September 2, 2019
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A delicious grated carrot and apple salad, tossed with a honey mustard dressing. You can optionally add some raisins and nuts, to make it suit your family's tastes.
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Author:
Thora Toft
August 12, 2019
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A tasty sweet smoothie recipe made with dragon fruit, mangos and bananas. Serve over ice or as a smoothie bowl, and garnish with seeds and dried fruit.
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Author:
Thora Toft
July 15, 2019
Updated February 19, 2020
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This tangy sauce is great used as syrum on pancakes, plain Greek yogurt, ice cream or even on cheesecake. It's a great replacement for store bought jam, too.
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Thora Toft
July 8, 2019
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These pancakes are gluten and grain free, yet still have a texture that you expect in a pancake. Serve with your favorite pancake syrup, or use jam or fruit syrup.
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Thora Toft
July 1, 2019
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This macaroni and cheese side dish is loaded with creamy mozzarella and cheddar cheese and is baked to a golden brown. This is what mac and cheese is supposed to be! And it can be made using gluten or grain free macaroni.
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Thora Toft
June 23, 2019
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This tomato based clam chowder is chock full of clams and tangy tomatoes. Serve with a salad for a nice light meal or as a starter for a seafood dinner.
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Thora Toft
Jun 17, 2019
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These tasty mushroom meatballs are rich and creamy, and loaded with fresh mushrooms. They're perfect served with some pan fried potatoes and a salad for a delicious meal.
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Author:
Thora Toft
Jun 2, 2019
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Homemade soup is a delicious way to add nourishment to your family's meals. It's a great way to use up leftover meat that the whole family will love.
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Thora Toft
May 26, 2019
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This is an easy way to add some pizazz to your dinner, that the whole family will love. It can be made with homemade or jarred salsa, so can easily fit your own personal lifestyle.
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Thora Toft
May 19, 2019
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These juicy meatballs are loaded with flavor, and are topped with a tasty tomato sauce. Serve with some rice and a green salad for a tasty complete meal.
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Author:
Thora Toft
May 12, 2019
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These gluten and grain free cheese buns are chewy and delicious. They're an excellent replacement for dinner buns or biscuits, and are best served warm.
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Thora Toft
May 5, 2019
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Homemade beef stock / beef broth is a very healthy and inexpensive way to add flavor and gut healing to your every day diet. It's so much tastier and packed with much more nutrients than store bought.
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Thora Toft
April 29, 2019
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This makes a rustic gluten free or grain free banana bread. It's hearty and delicious served warm with butter. It's versatile and can be made with any type of gluten or grain free flour, or flour mix.
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Thora Toft
April 21, 2019
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A refreshing kiwi and blueberry smoothie that's light and not too filling. Goes great with a light lunch on a hot summer day. Makes a great replacement for sodas.
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Thora Toft
April 14, 2019
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This tasty roast chicken dinner is cooked all in one pan, and can be adjusted to the size of your family. The potatoes and carrots are delicious and have a lovely rustic flavor when roasted alongside the chicken.
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Author:
Thora Toft
April 8, 2019
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This tasty fresh salsa is easy to make in a blender, and goes great with chips, nachos, tortillas or used to cover veggies or oven baked meats.
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Author:
Thora Toft
March 24, 2019
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This New York style cheesecake is baked to a golden brown, and is ultra rich and creamy. Top it with fresh Mango Sauce or your favorite fruit sauce for a decadent rich dessert. Made with cream cheese and just a hint of lemon and orange zest, makes...
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Thora Toft
March 4, 2019
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These roasted sweet potatoes are a great change of pace from regular potatoes. Roasting them gives a lovely rustic taste that goes well with roast beef or roast chicken.
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Author:
Thora Toft
February 22, 2019
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These stackers are a fantastic way to add a new side dish to your meals. A little bit of cheese packs a powerful punch of flavor.
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Author:
Thora Toft
February 19, 2019
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This sauce is great on plain ice cream, plain Greek yogurt or even homemade cheesecake. Since mangos are naturally sweet, adding some sugar is optional.
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Author:
Thora Toft
February 12, 2019
Updated March 30, 2019
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This apple crisp is sweet and delicious and can be made gluten free or grain free by using different flour. This dessert is a great way to get that old fashioned home cooked taste and you'll never know it's gluten free.
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Author:
Thora Toft
January 21, 2019
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These homemade French Fries are delicious and have much more flavor than any store bought fry. The secret is "double" frying, which ensures a nice crisp fry. When you use a Real oil, these can be eaten as part of a healthy diet - just...
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Author:
Thora Toft
January 13, 2019
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Rosemary sprigs and garlic cloves "scent" the beef instead of overwhelming it with this marinade. Try this in place of some "shaker" beef spice mixes. It gives a hint of lovely flavor to beef.
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Thora Toft
January 8, 2019
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This soup is creamy and delicious. You can use any type of squash that you like, such as acorn or butternut. This makes a nice light meal with a salad for dinner or lunch.
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Author:
Thora Toft
January 1, 2019
Updated March 16, 2020
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This traditional and simple soup is delicious and is perfect to serve as a meal with a salad, or serve a small bowl as a side dish with your main meal. It's versatile and you can use different veggies depending on what you like and what you have on...
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Thora Toft
August 9, 2018
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Quinoa is a great change of pace from plain boiled potatoes. The broccoli and black beans add a nice twist, and the lime adds a tart tang to this delicious side dish. Adding some variety to the foods you eat can maximize the nutrition your body...
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Thora Toft
July 12, 2018
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These roasted pumpkin seed treats are tasty and crunchie. These will become the latest family favorite, and can be made any time you cook a pumpkin or a squash. Even kids will love these crunchie treats.
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Thora Toft
June 24, 2018
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Date sugar is actually just roasted or dehydrated and ground dates. Since it's a whole food, and contains much more than just sugar, such as the original fiber, it does not dissolve. This makes it suitable when a recipe does not require the sugar to...
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Author:
Thora Toft
June 16, 2018
Updated August 6, 2018
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This gluten free risotto is perfect for mushroom lovers, as it has a lot of mushrooms. It's rich and creamy and makes a perfect side dish for grilled meats or roast chicken.
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Author:
Thora Toft
June 16, 2018
Updated August 5, 2018
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This is a delicious and easy basic chicken stock, that you can use for many recipes that call for stock or broth. It takes no more than 10 minutes to prepare, and you can cook it anywhere from 1 hour to 12 hours.
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Author:
Thora Toft
April 15, 2018
Updated July 9, 2018
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This is a gluten free rosy salad dressing made with fresh raspberries. It's great on a mixed greens salad, or on a fruit salad that also contains some extra raspberries.
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Thora Toft
October 30, 2017
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This is a nice gluten free battered fish. It's made with rice flour instead of wheat flour. Serve it with a simple homemade Tartar Sauce and homemade fries, and you'll never know you're eating a limited diet!
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Thora Toft
October 30, 2017
Updated July 2, 2018
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This is a very easy and quick tartar sauce that can be made as needed, instead of making a larger batch that may not get eaten if you don't use it very often.
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Author:
Thora Toft
September 6, 2017
Updated August 19, 2019
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These versatile gluten free coconut and nut bars are made with honey. They can be customized with chocolate or seeds of your choice. These are a great treat when you're reducing the amount of flour you want to eat.
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Author:
Thora Toft
August 11, 2017
Updated August 6, 2019
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These chocolaty balls are naturally sweet, with a bit of spice. These are easy to make and don't even require baking. You can really turn up the decadence by dusting them in one or more coatings, such as shredded coconut, or even "mock"...
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Author:
Thora Toft
August 6, 2017
Updated March 17, 2019
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Many store bought macaroons are often overwhelmingly sweet. These homemade cookies are much less sweet. There is some honey used as a binder and a sweetener, but much less than store bought.
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Thora Toft
July 30, 2017
Updated December 30, 2018
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This is a nice way to liven up steamed, roasted, or basic stir fried vegetables. When you're not used to having simple vegetables, or you're trying to eat more veggies, this gives a lot more flavor, and can make it much easier to add a lot more...
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Thora Toft
April 22, 2017
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This is a delicious and refreshing homemade iced tea. It uses stevia which is such a great sugar replacement.
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Thora Toft
April 22, 2017
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This is one of the simplest drinks to make. For those new to stevia, lemon is a good mask to the slightly different flavor of stevia. Since stevia is not actually a sugar, it registers a bit different on the tongue. Give yourself at least a couple...
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Author:
Thora Toft
April 18, 2017
Updated December 31, 2018
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When you're new to reducing grains, yet still want to have some of the textures that grains offer, coating things with almond flour can be a great alternative. They also have their own inherent lovely nutty flavor. Almonds give a nice crunch factor...
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Author:
Thora Toft
April 16, 2017
Updated January 27, 2019
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This is a nice light tasting smoothie. It makes a nice first smoothie for those not used to the thickness of some smoothies, as this one is more liquidy.
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Thora Toft
April 15, 2017
Updated August 20, 2019
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This can be served thicker, in a bowl, and when made with a banana, will be a nice pudding texture. Or, it can be prepared thinner, to be drinkable, by adding coconut water or milk, or your favorite nut milk, and skipping the banana.
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Author:
Thora Toft
April 13, 2017
Updated March 29, 2019
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This vibrant smoothie tastes ultra rich and luxurious. The fresh blueberries are super healthy. If you use both coconut milk and shredded coconut, it gives a lovely tropical taste to a very simple to make smoothie.
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Thora Toft
April 13, 2017
Updated December 1, 2018
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Homemade smoothies are a delicious and nutritious way to add more fruits and veggies to your diet. Smoothies leave in all the fiber, which is sometimes needed when you cut out breads.
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Thora Toft
April 11, 2017
Updated - August 4, 2020
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Lard is a natural fat that is terrific for baking, cooking and deep frying. When you make it yourself, it becomes a whole food, which commercially made lard is not. When cooking food, saturated fats make the best choice. They are heat stable, and...
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Thora Toft
April 8, 2017
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Whole grain Dijon mustard is a popular condiment with an old world taste and feel. Make your own at home to add a natural and delicious treat to your meals. This recipe tastes awesome and is so easy to make.
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Thora Toft
April 7, 2017
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This is a basic recipe that can be made on demand. You can experiment with some different herbs and spices to make some different versions. Vinegar and lemon juice will also add a lovely tanginess. You can control the ingredients to ensure it's...
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Thora Toft
April 4, 2017
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Dijon mustard is a very popular condiment. Making your own at home is a great way to add a delicious, all natural version to your meal planning. This recipe tastes great and is easy to make.
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Thora Toft
April 2, 2017
Updated June 9, 2019
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This tangy dressing can be used on fruit salad, or even on a mixed vegetable salad for something different. Add Tamari and you instantly have an Oriental dressing for salads. Add sesame seeds to complete the salad.
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Thora Toft
April 2, 2017
Updated December 2, 2018
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This is super simple for a first try at making salad dressing. You can customize it to your own taste by adding some fresh herbs, such as thyme, or some other herb that you like the flavor and aroma of. Try some different oils, and different...
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Thora Toft
March 29, 2017
Updated February 11, 2020
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This homemade spice mix will easily liven up homemade potato chips or fries, and will make you a hit at any party or dinner table. This seasoning goes great on burgers, steamed or pan fried veggies, chicken, fish and even popcorn!
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Thora Toft
March 29, 2017
Updated June 28, 2018
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This made from scratch popcorn seasoning gives a delicious hint of sweetness to fresh popped popcorn or even to potato chips. It's made with date sugar instead of highly processed white sugar. Date sugar is actually just roasted, ground dates,
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Thora Toft
March 27, 2017
Updated January 27, 2020
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This is a super simple recipe to make. There are a couple ways to make it. You can make this with the consistency of soft ice cream or a stiffer hard ice cream texture. Try them both, and see what texture you like best.
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Thora Toft
March 26, 2017
Updated July 26, 2019
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Homemade ice cream sweetened with Stevia. When you still want some sweet treats, and are limiting your sugar, Stevia is a great alternative. This uses an ice cream maker.
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Thora Toft
March 26, 2017
Updated July 27, 2019
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If you're an ice cream lover, an ice cream maker is an amazing way to liven up your "sweet tooth" but still eat whole food. This version of homemade ice cream will be the easiest ice cream you could ever make!
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Thora Toft
March 25, 2017
Updated March 10, 2019
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These are easier to make than you'd think, and makes a much better version than you'd find in the store. When using a Real oil, they become a healthy part of a diet. You can season them simply with some sea salt, or kick it up with some fresh,...
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Thora Toft
March 24, 2017
Updated July 3, 2018
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This scrumptious pudding is quick to make and can be a healthy sweet treat that you don't have to feel bad about. If you’re a chocoholic you can add some unsweetened cocoa powder and you’ll have a tasty chocolate banana pudding.
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Thora Toft
March 17, 2017
Updated July 6, 2018
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This amazing and healthy chocolate mousse is made with a base using avocados. If you've never had anything like this, this might sound really weird. But avocados have the perfect texture. They are living, fresh food, loaded with nutrients and...
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Thora Toft
February 23, 2017
Updated October 4, 2018
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This is a very easy recipe for absolutely delicious do it yourself potato chips, french fries, and wedges. Choose a "Real Food" oil, such as organic, cold pressed coconut oil, homemade lard, butter or another meat fat of your choice. Avoid other...
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Thora Toft
February 18, 2017
Updated March 10, 2020
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When made with fresh herbs, good oils, and quality ingredients, this dressing becomes a good source of nutrition. When a higher intake of veggies is new to you, this can really help you eat a lot more of them. Though this has a few more ingredients,...
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Thora Toft
January 17, 2017
Updated July 22, 2019
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This traditional salad in it's original form is extremely close to being gluten free and real without many changes. Add a bit more chicken, and make it a full meal all by itself.
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Thora Toft
January 10, 2017
Updated October 20, 2019
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The key to keeping mayonnaise a whole food is simple ingredients. When made with the "new" good oils, such as coconut, olive, nut and seed oils, and even fresh meat fats, this can actually be healthy, and you won't need to ration it. With practice,...
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Author:
Thora Toft
January 3, 2017
Updated January 14, 2019
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Having a homemade replacement for store bought seasoning salt is a great addition to your gluten free, whole food pantry. It's versatile and gives a nice kick to your meals.
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