Root Fries with Roasted Tomato Chutney

I’ve been playing around with the whole “fry” thing. The butternut squash fries recipe was a hit for many, and for some, well, let’s just say that it didn’t quite satisfy their desire for a “potato-like” fry. I too was … Continue reading

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Chocolate Chip Muffins (using coconut flour)

Here’s a little treat I’ve recently added to my day, since it has been highly compressed lately (the day, not the treat). I pop one or more of these (ok, at least three of the mini muffins) in my mouth … Continue reading

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Toasted Sesame Dressing on a Rainbow Salad

I’m always on the lookout for great salads. I’m forever trying to discover new salad combos and dressings. Here’s my latest salad/slaw obsession. You might also like:Chili Chicken Stir-fryAlmond Flour WafflesChocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream

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Butternut Squash Fries

Fries are… kid food (for the kid in all of us), finger food, salty, sweet, crunchy, munchy, and just plain fun. Especially years ago when I didn’t want to touch much else at fast food restaurants. I’d just order a … Continue reading

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Homemade Ketchup

When we began to change our diet a few years ago, most commercial ketchup brands had corn syrup in it. Some still do, but even so, if you’re avoiding processed sugars, making your own ketchup ensures that you won’t be … Continue reading

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Spinach Mushroom Frittata

Here’s what I’ve been eating while on the run this week. It’s fairly quick to make and it’s a recipe based on veggie leftovers. I ran around all day last Saturday, dashing in and out of the car to avoid … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Muffins (made with coconut flour)

After making a deliciously moist pumpkin bread using almond flour, I decided this could be an opportunity for coconut flour to shine. After all, coconut flour certainly does suck up a lot of moisture. And between the liquid sweetener and … Continue reading

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Baked Beans (with Kale)

I love beans in soups and salads. And I find beans so easy to use in recipes, even though I don’t have many on Comfy Belly. That may change over time. Here’s an easy recipe for sweet and tangy baked … Continue reading

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The Gluten Conundrum – Interview with Dr. Wheeler

I’ve always been slightly baffled by the relationship between gluten-intolerance and Celiac Disease. I’ve had my son tested for Celiac Disease at least three times. All tests came back negative (meaning he didn’t have Celiac Disease – he does have … Continue reading

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Chocolate Ganache (using coconut oil)

I eat cupcakes for breakfast. There. I said it. I don’t drink coffee, I don’t drink alcohol (much), I don’t do drugs (if I can help it), and I get a lot of exercise. I wish I got more sleep. … Continue reading

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