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Sweet potato toast with sweet toppings – gluten, wheat and refined sugar free

Sweet potato toast with sweet toppings – gluten, wheat and refined sugar free

I went through a phase where I had sweet potato topped with nut butter and banana slices for breakfast almost every day for a month.  I just couldn’t get enough.  We are so used to something sweet for breakfast and when following a low carb, [read more]

Crispy fried onion and garlic bits – paleo and whole 30

Crispy fried onion and garlic bits – paleo and whole 30

Do you miss deep fried onion rings?  These crispy fried onion and garlic bits are paleo heaven.  The perfect topping to, well, pretty much any savoury dish.   And best of all, if you drain and bottle the coconut oil after frying the onions and [read more]

The best grain free beef burger ever – gluten and wheat free

The best grain free beef burger ever – gluten and wheat free

Who doesn’t like a beef burger?  I’m not talking about these sad bun-less burgers with a beef patty, lettuce leave and a few slices of tomato.  I’m talking about the best grain free beef burger you’ll ever have.  Think juicy home-made beef patty, topped with [read more]

Vanilla cinnamon apple crisps – sugar free

Vanilla cinnamon apple crisps – sugar free

The problem with following a low carb or paleo lifestyle is that we often have to come up with healthy treats for our families. We then create these super delicious fat bombs by replacing grains, dairy and sugar with nuts, coconut milk and cream, dates [read more]

Perfect roasted vegetables with garlic mayonnaise

Perfect roasted vegetables with garlic mayonnaise

Roasted seasonal vegetables are a staple in my house.  I try to do a couple of baking trays so there are heaps left over for breakfast, lunch and dinner the next day.  There are endless ways to jazz them up or simply serve them as [read more]

Turmeric and orange health shot

Turmeric and orange health shot

Full of vitamin C, antioxidants, and antiviral power, this sunny shot is a powerhouse of health benefits. It can help soothe sore throats, cure upset stomachs, or just give you an extra boost of energy. The ginger and turmeric, known for its anti-inflammatory and cancer-preventing [read more]

The best guacamole

The best guacamole

I’m a huge avocado fan and have avo almost every day.  My guacamole is super easy, perfectly fresh and zesty and delicious. Its perfect with my savoury scones or almond parmesan cheese crackers, a yummy topping for roast butternut slices or salmon and a great filling for [read more]

Mango, cucumber and avocado salad

Mango, cucumber and avocado salad

This salad is super easy and the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy.  Perfect as a side to a summer braai (South African barbecue).  No salad dressing is necessary as the juice from the mango naturally dress the salad.  This one is a crowd pleaser [read more]