About Me

Starting a blog was essential for me. I have been eating Paleo for over 2 years now! In addition to experimenting daily with new recipes, I am an interior designer and own a HUGE consignment store in Kalamazoo, MI. I am also an avid gardener and treasure hunter. Did I mention I love a great bargain?! A piece of furniture that needs a coat of paint, or a found object that screams to be repurposed. "Reuse, repurpose and recycle" is not just a cliche, it is a way of life! I have searched for a word that encompasses MY life. Maybe it has not yet been created. Maybe this blog will help me find it.

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Spaghetti Squash with Homemade Marinara Sauce and Grilled Chicken

This is DELICIOUS!
Spaghetti Squash:
Cut squash in half lengthwise. Clean out seeds.
Place face down in 1" of water in a baking dish.
Cook at 375 degrees for 40 mins or until a fork inserts easily.
Use a fork to scrape insides into spaghetti strings.

Marinara Sauce: combine and simmer
1 can petit tomatoes, 14.5 oz
1 can tomato sauce, 15 oz
4 cloves of garlic
1 T agave nectar
salt, white pepper and oregano to taste
fresh basil

Add grilled chicken and enjoy!

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Sometimes I miss potatoes, but thanks to taro root, I don't have to!

These taro root "fries" are so yummy!

Boil whole taro root until tender, but not mushy.
Peel and slice.
Coat with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, sea salt and tumeric (I don't measure the spices; I just sprinkle a light coat of each).
Bake 15 mins at 350 degrees on foil.
Broil each side for 3-4 minutes.  Brown, but don't burn!