• Flourless Chocolate Cookies

    Flourless Chocolate Cookies

    I have a disclaimer for this post. I really hesitate to use the term “paleo” next to it. These cookies are ridiculous. Ridiculous in a crazy sugar explosion kind of way. They’re mostly sugar (albeit coconut sugar) and chocolate. So they’re delicious, but not exactly premium cave-fare. If you are eating these, just be glad that… Read more

  • Tequila Lime Tri Tip

    Tequila Lime Tri Tip

    Sick and tired of the violence and depression of TV news channels? Well, you’ve come to the right place. I have some good news. Item 1. It’s getting warmer. Which means I am out in the sunshine more often than not. This makes for a happy Nikki. Item 2. Last night I had the BEST… Read more

  • Yam Latkes with Poached Eggs

    Yam Latkes with Poached Eggs

    Here’s what a weekend breakfast should look like: Yam Latkes with Poached Eggs 3 c. shredded yams 1 c. shredded zucchini 1/2 c. minced red onion 2 eggs 2 Tbsp. coconut flour 1 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. red pepper flakes 1 tsp. garlic pow salt and pepper 1/2 c. lard, tallow, or… Read more

  • Cranberry Tuna Salad

    Cranberry Tuna Salad

    Tuna is the best emergency food item. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve stared into my fridge with despair because I had no ready protein sources to feed to my hungry husband. Then I realize… TUNA!!! I always keep a few cans on hand in the pantry. You can make so many things… Read more

  • Blueberry Avocado Smoothie

    Blueberry Avocado Smoothie

    I usually go to yoga in the morning. Sometimes later in the morning, like 10 or 11 am. Which presents me with a problem. You never really want to eat before yoga. When you’re hanging upside down, the last thing you want is to feel your breakfast rising into your throat or your stomach cramping because… Read more

  • Basil, Avocado, and Tomato Salad

    Basil, Avocado, and Tomato Salad

    It’s time to veer away from the indulgent desserts and back into real, whole foods. What better place to begin than breakfast? I love breakfast. I could eat breakfast for every meal of the day. I love fried eggs, and sautéed vegetables, and sweet potato hash, and bacon, and sausage, and omelets, and nut butter pancakes, and… Read more