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Easy One-Pot Beef Stroganoff {Dairy-Free}

January 21, 2020

This is a recipe that I make almost once a week. It just may not always have those fun alphabet letters. Was it just me or did the shaped Kraft macaroni and cheese taste way better than the original macaroni shape?

It’s a favorite in our house because it’s such a cozy dish AND because it’s so easy to throw together and make during a weeknight or when you just don’t feel like spending a bunch of time in the kitchen. It is great for meal prep too!

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 Easy One-Pot Beef Stroganoff {Dairy-Free}
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Cook Time 25 minutes
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Instructions
  1. In a large pan or skillet over medium heat, add the onions and ground beef and begin to brown the ground beef for about 5-6 minutes. (If you like your onions very soft, cook them first for 3-4 minutes before adding the beef. If you don't feel like adding them at all, leave them out!)
  2. Once most of the beef is browned, add remaining ingredients, except for the shredded cheese.
  3. Bring the pan to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium low.
  4. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the pasta is cooked through and most of the liquid has reduced and been absorbed.
  5. The cooking time will vary depending on the pasta brand that you choose. I begin checking after about 10 minutes. Taste a noodle and see if it's approaching the texture you like. I like softer pasta, so I error on the longer cooking time.
  6. Once most of the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is just about done, remove the lid and add the sour cream and shredded cheese. Stir and cook until the sour cream and cheese is all melted and distributed.
  7. Serve immediately.
Recipe Notes

*Feel free to use more pasta to stretch the recipe some. You'll just have to compensate and add more broth. The rule I use is add enough liquid to just about cover all of the pasta. You don't need the pasta completely submerged, however. 

**Grab the pasta we use here!

***Our favorite dairy-free cheese that ACTUALLY TASTES GOOD. 

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French Onion Shredded Beef {Instant Pot & Slow Cooker versions}

January 16, 2020

I don’t know about you, but when I see the words “french onion” preceding anything…my mouth instantly starts to water.

I’m a huge fan of sauteed onions and that sweetness that’s released from this precious veggie. Adding it to almost any savory dish or protein makes it so much better than before – maybe that’s just a personal opinion though.

This entree can easily be made in the pressure cooker or the slow cooker. It’s so versatile! You can pair it with rice, mashed potatoes, diced potatoes, top some baked potatoes or noodles, eat it all by itself, or put it on a roll or bun for a handheld sandwich – you name it!

This recipe DOES use a ton of onions. Trust me, they cook way down! You have to use this much if you want anything to be left and enjoyed when the dish is finished.

Note: SAVE THE BROTH and some onions. It is basically French Onion Soup – which is also one of the most amazing soups known to man. Top a bowl of it with some croutons, some shredded provolone or a big ol slice and broil that bad boy up! It’s incredible easy to get two meals out of this recipe!

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 French Onion Shredded Beef {Instant Pot & Slow Cooker versions}
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 120 minutes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 120 minutes
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Instructions
  1. For the Instant Pot version: Add the roast, onions, broth, vinegar, aminos, and all seasonings to the pot.
  2. Cook for 120 minutes on High Pressure.
  3. When the timer goes off, do a quick release.
  4. Shred the beef to your liking and serve.
  5. For the slow cooker version: Add all of the ingredients to the cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Shred and serve.
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Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy {Paleo, Keto, & Whole30}

January 9, 2019

Comfort food, comfort food, comfort food. That’s what I’m all about. It doesn’t matter if you’re following a paleo, keto, or whole30 diet, comfort food is still something very do-able!

Growing up, one of mine and my little brother’s favorite meals was salisbury steak. I’m talking about that over-processed, frozen entree dinner that you can find at numerous grocery stores.

Yea, THAT STUFF.

This Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy is reminiscent to that meal – just way better for you! Plus, you can control the seasonings with this too!

Sometimes, those meals can just be SO salty.

It’s dairy, gluten, and grain free, and super easy to mix together. Caramelizing the onions takes that extra few minutes, but it’s so worth it for that rich onion flavor in the gravy! I could eat the gravy like soup…because I have an obsession with all things gravy.

But seriously, it’s gooooood and the epitome of comfort food!

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 Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy {Paleo, Keto, & Whole30}
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Hamburger Steaks
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Cook Time 25 minutes
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Instructions
  1. In a large saute pan, caramelize onions for 10 minutes in 1 tbsp of avocado oil and 1/2 tsp salt.
  2. While the onions are caramelizing, combine gently (don't overwork the meat): ground beef, 1 1/2 tsp salt, thyme leaves, 1 tsp black pepper, garlic powder, 2 tsp onion powder, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 2 tbsp minced onions, almond flour, and 3 tbsp nutpods.
  3. Once the onions have started to caramelize and brown around the edges, move them to the sides of the pan.
  4. Add in 1 tbsp of oil to the center and increase the heat to medium high.
  5. Divide the ground beef mixture into four patties.
  6. Evenly place the four patties in the center of the pan and cook for 3 1/2 minutes.
  7. Flip the patties, reduce the heat to med low and cook for another 3 minutes.
  8. Remove the patties from the pan, place on a plate or tray and tightly cover with foil.
  9. To the pan with the onions, add in beef broth and cook for 2-3 minutes over medium heat. Make sure to stir to pick up all of the pan drippings and browned meat that might have been left behind. That's all good flavor that will make the best gravy!
  10. In a mixing bowl, whisk to combine: 4 tbsp of nutpods, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tsp onion powder, fresh cracked peppers, and arrowroot powder.
  11. To the broth, whisk in the cream mixture and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  12. Add the hamburger steaks back into the gravy, cover each steak with a spoonful of gravy, and cook for 5 minutes on med low.
  13. Once the gravy is thickened completely, serve immediately over cauliflower rice or mashed potatoes!
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Beef Stroganoff Hashbrown Casserole {Paleo & Whole30}

January 2, 2019
1 Review (5.00 out of 5)

Casseroles are one of my favorite foods to make! They’re always so cozy and comforting to me…and the possibilities are endless!

Also, frozen hashbrowns are a lifesaver! They make things so simple, because sometimes, the last thing that I feel like doing is chopping another stinkin’ vegetable!

So, let’s get to this recipe. Because honestly…do you all really read all of a blogger’s ramblings up in this section? haha!

(No, but…seriously. Do you?)

Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @butteraddictgonepaleo if you try this out! I’d love to see and share your recreations!

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 Beef Stroganoff Hashbrown Casserole {Paleo & Whole30}
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40-45 minutes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40-45 minutes
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Instructions
  1. In a large pot or sauce pan over medium heat, saute thawed ground beef and onions for 8-10 minutes until the beef is mostly browned and the onions are slightly translucent and softened. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, broth, coconut aminos, and arrowroot powder.
  3. Once the onions have softened, add all of the seasonings, nutritional yeast, milk/broth mixture, and hashbrowns to the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Cook for about 5 minutes until the potatoes have just started to soften.
  5. Stir the whisked eggs into the pot.
  6. Immediately, remove from the heat and transfer into a baking dish.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until slightly browned on top and somewhat firm.
Recipe Notes

*I use 5 flax eggs for this recipe, instead of just 3 real eggs. Each flax egg is made by mixing 1 tbsp of ground flax with 2 tbsp of warm water - then set aside to thicken for a few minutes. (So, 5 tbsp ground flax and 10 tbsp of warm water for this recipe.)

Flax eggs will NOT hold the casserole together the same way that real eggs will. I actually prefer the flax eggs for this, as it keeps the casserole creamy and not too "baked egg"-like. However, if you want a very "sliceable" casserole, use real eggs. 

** If you can tolerate dairy, mix in that sour cream! If you're following a whole30, make sure you use a compliant almond/coconut yogurt. If you're simple dairy-intolerant or staying away from it, just make sure you're using a plain, UNSWEETENED variety. Check your sugars! Forager plain cashew yogurt is one of my favorites!

...OR simply omit it! You're still going to get that savory beef stroganoff flavor without it. 

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Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup {Paleo, Whole30, & Keto Friendly}

January 1, 2019

Easy and comforting food is what I’m all about.

Even if you’re following a low-carb diet, doing a round of Whole30, or have dietary restrictions, your food can still partake in delicious and non-restricting food if you get creative! However, if foods that are reminiscent of things that may be deemed “unhealthy” are triggers for you to overeat, always proceed with caution!

This Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup is a new favorite of mine! I personally love some (by some, I mean A LOT) Italian food with parmesan cheese, however it can be extremely heavy on the stomach and I can easily overeat and feel like a bloated blob that doesn’t feel like doing anything afterwards. You guys know that feeling and it’s just not fun. It may have been delicious, but is it really worth it? Or rather, worth it that often? Sometimes, it happens and you eat ALL of that chicken parm. haha! But, when you’re feeling like a lighter version, try this!

This Chicken Parmesan Soup may be lacking in the breading department, but you still get all of that good flavor that you’d normally get in the original dish. It’s paleo, whole30, and keto-friendly – meaning it’s free of dairy, gluten, and grains and still low in carbs!

Sign me up – especially since I’m just starting my January Whole30!

For this recipe, I made everything in my Instant Pot (two separate cooking times), but feel free to cook the spaghetti squash however you like (i.e. microwave or oven) while cooking your soup then adding it to the instant pot once it’s finished cooking.

Or, you can make the soup on your stove top! I’ll include the directions for that method too – check out the recipe notes below!

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 Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup {Paleo, Whole30, & Keto Friendly}
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Instructions
  1. Cut spaghetti squash in half (long ways or short ways! I've done it both ways and it turns out just fine!) and remove the seeds. Add the squash and 1 cup of water to the instant pot. Cover, seal, and cook for 12 minutes (smaller squashes can cook in as little as 8 minutes) on high pressure - then do a quick release. You can cook your squash in the microwave or the oven. Whatever you prefer!
  2. Once the squash is finished cooking, remove from the pot. Clean/rinse out your instant pot and set the squash aside to cool slightly so it's easier to handle.
  3. To the instant pot, add the chicken, diced onions, spaghetti sauce, broth, tomato paste, nutritional yeast, and all of the seasonings.
  4. Attach the lid, seal, and set for 15 minutes on high pressure.
  5. While the soup cooks, use a fork and remove the "noodles" from the inside of the spaghetti squash. Be careful to not shred into the skin of the squash. It's hard and just not fun to bite into in the soup!
  6. Once the soup has finished cooking, hit 'cancel' and do a quick release to release the steam.
  7. Shred chicken pieces - you can do this directly in the pot with a couple of forks or by removing them and shredding them separately on a plate or in a bowl.
  8. Add the squash noodles to the soup and mix. Your soup should be hot enough to heat the noodles through within a minute or two. If not, you can hit the saute button and cook it for a couple minutes.
  9. Once the noodles are heated through - serve and ENJOY!
Recipe Notes

For stovetop option:

  1. Saute onions in a large soup pot over medium heat (I usually add a tbsp or two of oil too) until they are slightly softened - about 5 minutes. 
  2. Add in chopped chicken breasts/thighs and saute for 5-6 minutes, just until slightly cooked on the outside. Smaller pieces will help them to cook quicker. 
  3. Add in spaghetti sauce, broth, tomato paste, nutritional yeast, and seasonings. 
  4. Stir and bring to a boil.
  5. Cover, reduce to med-low heat, and cook for 20-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and shreddable. 
  6. Add in spaghetti squash noodles.
  7. ENJOY!
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