Food is Medicine
Everyone will love this Flourless Chocolate Cake that is done in no time and has great health benefits from polyphenols in cocoa and dark chocolate. It’s perfect for any special occasion or a Christmas party this time of the year. Various studies show that dark chocolate and cocoa contain a […]
These Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies are so delicious that nobody will recognize they are not made with conventional ingredients. They are also sugar-free, and nut-free, and can be made dairy-free as well! They are soft and chewy with pockets of melty dark chocolate. You might wonder what the secret ingredients […]
This Almond Flour Strawberry Shortcake is a delicious healthy treat for your mom on Mother’s Day or any special occasion. It’s so delicious and light at the same time, your loved one will not recognize they are not eating the real cake. The shortcake is made with 100% almond flour, […]
This Four Grain Sandwich Bread is a quick lectin-free/gluten-free compliant bread made from ancient grain flours, sorghum, millet, teff, and fonio. If you like soft and fragrant bread for sandwiches, this is a great fit for you! About the Flours Both Millet and Sorghum belong to a grass family and […]
This creamy, hearty Cream of Celery Soup is great for winter months or early spring as it contains many nutrients from root vegetables, fresh herbs, and nuts. Celeriac Benefits Celeriac (celery root) is a low-carb root vegetable closely related to celery, parsley, and parsnips. It has an impressive nutrient profile […]
This one pan Grain-free Salmon Cake recipe is great during winter. It’s fast to assemble, made with two superfoods, is filling, leftover friendly, and can be enjoyed also on Keto diet. Superfood number one Salmon is considered a superfood, because it’s one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids […]
These Chocolate Avocado Cupcakes with Dairy-Free Strawberry Frosting are a delicious healthy treat for your Valentine, or any special occasion. The cupcakes are so chocolaty and moist thanks to the avocado and cocoa combination and sweet just enough thanks to a low-calorie 100% natural Yacon syrup that can be replaced […]
The inspiration for this Winter Cabbage Salad is from the well known Waldorf Salad named after the famous New York City hotel. The Waldorf Salad was always made from cabbage, apples, celery, walnuts, grapes, and also mayonnaise. To maintain a sweet flavor I replaced grapes with figs which are also […]
In honor of the Chinese New Year I have made this traditional Dim Sum – Shumai dish in a gluten-free, lectin-free way. Shumai is a traditional steamed chinese pork dumpling dipped in Umami sauce served in dim sum. Dim sum is a large range of small Chinese dishes that are […]
Tired of pancakes? These Fluffy Grain-free & Dairy-free Waffles are a delicious replacement on weekends or even a busy weekday morning. I was gifted a waffle maker for Christmas and I don’t know why I didn’t invest in a waffle maker sooner. It’s a total time saver compared to pancake […]
This Rum infused Bundt Cake is our family favorite. Moist and flavorful, healthy and easy to make, sweetened with just the right amount of honey to make it Paleo and Lectin-free friendly. The added rum is the perfect finishing touch. Serve this cake with your favorite cup of tea or […]
This Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip with Avocado is a perfect appetizer for any occasion. I like to serve it during summer picnic season with family and friends or during the winter holiday season. It’s a perfect dip for a New Year’s Eve party as well. The dip is mayo free, […]
Do you like Tahini (sesame paste) as much as I do? You can’t go wrong with these Sugar-Free Tahini Cookies filled with healthy fats, protein, B vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. I also added dark chocolate with polyphenols and coconut flakes for the crunch. The cookies are naturally sweetened with […]
These Walnut Chocolate Cookies, also known in the Czech Republic as Bear Paws, are my family’s traditional Christmas recipe. It has been passed down for many generations. When going gluten-free and lectin-free I didn’t want to give up this traditional family Christmas recipe and just swapped regular flour for Cassava […]
These gluten-free cinnamon scones are a must for the holiday season! A combination of cinnamon, orange, walnuts, and dates is just irresistible and perfect for Christmas time. Enjoy these scones with your favorite cup of tea or coffee for breakfast or afternoon snack, you won’t be disappointed! I adapted this […]
Sweet potato pie is a traditional Thanksgiving and Christmas dessert of the Southern United States served in place of more traditional pumpkin pie or apple pie. Sweet potato pie is also a great alternative for anyone avoiding nightshade vegetables (pumpkin is one of them). I have recreated this recipe into […]