I started out making a Creamy Vegetable Soup that is grain free and a quick and easy recipe. Then I just added shredded cooked chicken to the recipe and had this version. There’s no need to use arrowroot, cornstarch, or other starches to thicken this soup. There are several ways to use vegetables, nuts, seeds, …
Creamy Vegetable Soup {grain free}
There are a couple of very good reasons to love this soup. One. There’s no need to use arrowroot, cornstarch, or other starches to thicken the soup. There are several ways to use vegetables and other ingredients to thicken soups and stews without using a starch. In this recipe I use puréed cauliflower. Two. It …
Shepherd’s Pie {veggie}
Shepherd’s pie (also known as cottage pie, circa 1791) is historically made with minced meat and a top layer of mashed potatoes. Fast forward, here’s my favorite rendition, veggie style, and easily modified to suit your veggie and protein choices. There are couple of things I love about this recipe, starting with the savory flavor …
Buffalo Cauliflower Florets & Herb Ranch Dressing
There are many versions of this type of recipe across the internet, and most use a commercial hot sauce. I avoid popular processed hot sauces like Frank’s and Tabasco, and instead I rely on basic ingredients for delicious results. I present two options: red hot pepper sauce and smoked paprika sauce. Both recipes are the …
Tabbouleh with Grapes and Olives {grain free}
Tabbouleh is a freshly chopped herb salad that is traditionally made with a lot of parsley along with tomatoes, mint, onion, and soaked bulgur (wheat). There are variations that use quinoa (a seed) in place of bulgar, but my favorite grain-free option is my recipe using roasted cauliflower. I have a traditional tabbouleh grain-free version …
Tangy Peanut Sauce & Veggies
If you’re a fan of peanut sauce that’s packed with flavor, you’ll love this recipe. You just need a few key ingredients, and it can easily be doubled or tripled, which I recommend. This sauce is great with a variety of dishes and can easily serve as a dressing for salads, or as a dip …