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Tex-Mex Breakfast Skillet

September 18, 2018

Skillets like this one are my favorites to meal prep for the week. They are so simple to cook up, you can use just about whatever ingredients that you have on hand, you can have them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, AND they’re delicious!

I’m a big fan of spices and flavor! There is no skimping in that department in my kitchen. This Tex-Mex Breakfast Skillet is packed with flavors of cumin, chili peppers, and charred veggies. You just can’t go wrong!

It’s the best when you have this meal prepped and all you have to do in the morning is reheat it. It’s so much better than other convenient, quick breakfasts out there. Plus, this one is good for you and will fuel you throughout your day!

If you want to take it to the next level, top this skillet with a fried egg! YUM!

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Tex-Mex Breakfast Skillet
Course anytime, Breakfast
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
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servings
Ingredients
Course anytime, Breakfast
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings
servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. In a large pan over medium heat, saute onions in avocado oil for 2-3 minutes until they've started to soften.
  2. This step is totally optional! While the onion cooks, char the bell pepper under the broiler for extra flavor. Slice the pepper in half, longways, remove the seeds and place on a sheet pan under the broiler for a few minutes or until desired charred amount of skin.
  3. Chop the bell pepper (charred or not) and add to the softened onions.
  4. Add in sweet potatoes and butternut squash. Stir together and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add in the breakfast sausage and break it up as it begins to brown.
  6. Add in all of the seasonings, as well as the nutritional yeast, if desired.
  7. Continue to stir the veggies and break up the sausage until it's almost completely browned.
  8. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the squash and sweet potatoes are soft.
  9. If desired, stir in a handful of chopped cilantro and 5-6 green onions.
  10. Enjoy immediately, as is, or top with a fried egg!
  11. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for quick breakfasts throughout the week!
Recipe Notes

* If you're sticking to keto and want to eliminate extra carbs, you can substitute 10 more oz of butternut squash for the sweet potatoes.

Chipotle Lime Coleslaw

June 8, 2018

If you’re looking for a new summer side dish for dinner, look no further!

This Chipotle Lime Coleslaw is a fun and spicy spin on the classic!

The combination of chipotle, honey, and acidic lime is perfect for the summer!

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Chipotle Lime Coleslaw
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Boneless Buffalo Wings – Gluten/Grain Free

January 28, 2018

For being as good as these wings are, they’re SO EASY! I have found that buying good quality chicken (and meat, in general) goes a long ways in how tasty a dish is! This isn’t to say that $1.99/lb chicken is terrible. I’ve just found that meat to dry out easily and be a tad bitter tasting. All of this isn’t to say that you can’t use that chicken. Use your own discretion. Personally, I buy the most natural, organic brand of chicken, if possible. I understand, everyone’s budget is different, but shop the sales! They’re out there! Look for words like “cage free” and no hormones, steroids, or antibiotics. You might pay a bit more, but not only is it better for you, there’s a difference in taste! My husband can always tell if I’ve bought a cheaper brand! 😉

Back to these wings! You can choose to sauce them up, like we do, just eat them plain, or dip them in whatever sauce you’d like! They’re tasty in just about any form! I like to dip them in ranch. You can check out my handy Ranch Seasoning Mix and make your own! I mix that into some homemade mayo and a little almond milk and I’m good to go! I always keep a jar of that mixed up! It goes on everything!


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Boneless Buffalo Wings
Course Appetizers, Dinner
Cook Time 15-20 minutes
Servings
wings
Ingredients
For the wings:
For the buffalo sauce:
Course Appetizers, Dinner
Cook Time 15-20 minutes
Servings
wings
Ingredients
For the wings:
For the buffalo sauce:
Instructions
  1. Combine your butter and hot sauce and set aside. You'll want this ready when the wings are all done.
  2. Cut your chicken in desired size wings. I typically aim for 2-inch chunks. Try to make them all the same size for even cooking time. Remember, the bigger you make them, the longer they'll take to cook.
  3. Over medium high heat in a large pot, heat up the oil. I also like to have my oven heated up to 300 degrees to transfer my cooked wings to while I cook the other batches. This helps them stay crispy!
  4. In one bowl, combine the flours and seasonings.
  5. In another bowl, beat up the eggs. I typically need closer 1 1/2 eggs, so I usually go ahead and beat up 2. If you happen to only have one (that has happened to all of us!), just add a tablespoon or two of water to the one and you'll be just fine!
  6. First dredge your chicken wings in the egg. Be sure to shake off the excess egg so the flour mixture doesn't get too wet. Then dredge the chicken in the flour mixture making sure to press the flour into the chicken to coat well, also shaking off excess.
  7. Place chicken wings in hot oil and cook for about 4 minutes on each side. Don't over crowd your pan! I cook about 8 in each batch. Once the bottom has turned a golden brown - flip!
  8. Cook the remaining side for another 4 minutes and remove from the oil. I place them directly in the oven on a rack over a sheet pan.
  9. Repeat steps 6-8 until all of your chicken is cooked.
  10. In a large bowl, pour your hot sauce mixture over the wings and toss!
  11. EAT IMMEDIATELY! Not that anyone needed directions on that part! 😉
Recipe Notes

*If you cannot find cassava flour, use 1/4 cup more of almond flour (total 1/2 cup) and sub 1/2 cup of arrowroot powder for the cassava.