Menu Plan Monday: Low-Carb, Grain-Free
June 1, 2009
Now that we are experiencing true “summer” weather here in Portland, I’ve transitioned my recipes to being as summer-friendly as possible; meaning minimizing oven usage whenever possible and “picnicable” lunches. The past several days we’ve been eating our lunches outside and it’s been so nice to enjoy lots of low-carb, nourishing “finger foods” that require very little energy to prepare and are a snap to clean up. Who thought nourishing food could be this “convenient”. I call it “peasant food”, as inspired by Sally Fallon’s explanations about how the peasants typcially ate lunch while at work in the fields: raw cheese, pickled veggies, salted meats, fermented beverages. Read the rest of this entry »
GAPS Birthday Party Rundown
January 27, 2009
A blur of activity and fun, that was my daughter’s 4th birthday party. It came together surprisingly simply; and for that I am very thankful, in spite of my lofty aspirations for it being totally GAPS-friendly and healthy (we are following a modified GAPS diet; my daughter tolerates raw dairy and starchy veggies fine, so some are included here). I thought I’d take a moment to reflect on how to successfully pull off a simple, nourishing birthday party! Read the rest of this entry »
A GAPS Birthday Party Plan:
January 24, 2009
This past week, I’ve been busy planning and cooking for my daughter’s fourth birthday party. I’m so excited about this delicious, simple, nourishing plan! I’ll share the plan, and give the “follow-up report” (with recipes!) later this week. The party is Sunday…wish me luck as I check off my list all the items to do! Read on to see the menu and what I’ve got left to do. Read the rest of this entry »
