In February, Justin and I decided that we needed a good diet cleanse. So we started Whole30. And it
was amazing! And since we have been off, I have been looking for recipes that we can eat (especially
desserts.) and stay as close to Whole30 as possible, without breaking the bank.
I think that we've programmed ourselves to believe the lie, "I'd love to eat healthy, but its just so
expensive." Not always true. We have been trying really hard to live a more Paleo lifestyle the last
couple months, and I have definitely seen a lot of health improvements in the both of us. So, since we
are a one income family, it's not really an option to be on an "expensive" diet. Although, during
whole30, I was slightly panicking when I saw that we were spending basically double the amount at
the store as we normally would. But considering the fact that we couldn't eat out, AT ALL, by the end
of the month, we had actually saved about $100 in fast food. Crazy right?
On top of which, if you are going to take the plunge into Paleo, it means a lot of meal prep, and a lot of
cooking..like..a lot! So, these are my favorite easy, quick, "go-to" Paleo recipes!
1. Eggs, Bacon, and Potatoes
Its funny, because you would think that this is way too savory to have for breakfast. But it's not! And it
is our FAVORITE breakfast. This makes enough for 2 people.
2 eggs
2 pieces of Pedersons bacon
5 red potatoes
I just chop up about 5 tiny red potatoes, and put them in my electric skillet, with a couple tablespoons of
olive oil, and salt and pepper. And then I cover them and let them cook until they are soft, about 5-
10min. (stirring occasionally) make 2 eggs over medium in some spray coconut oil. And then cook the
bacon.
Simple enough, right?
2. Hamburgers with Egg and Guac!
We probably eat this 2 times a week. Its fast, filling, and has guacamole. What more do you need?
1 lbs hamburger meat
3 eggs
for guacamole:
1 avocado
small bunch cilantro
lime juice
jar sugar free salsa
1 small jalepeno
garlic salt
To start, just thaw out your hamburger meat, and then put it in a bowl with 1 egg yolk, and whatever
seasonings you prefer (I just do salt and pepper). Once seasoned, put on your pan, or electric skillet and
let them cook evenly on both sides.
Then make your guac! This is the recipe for my quick quacamole. You're not eating it with chips, so it
doesn't have to be too perfect. I just put my avocado in a bowl with the ingredients listed above, to
taste. I love putting a tablespoon or two of salsa into my guac, because it already has a lot of flavor, and
most of the stuff you would put into guacamole anyways!
Then make your eggs, and throw it on there!
and Viola! Best lunch ever.
Also, it's really good served with sweet potato fries and some of Amy's organic Ketchup. (also sugar
free!)
Avocado Chocolate Paleo Tart
Of course being a "homemaker" I love entertaining, and with that always comes a new recipe! I
especially love finding new healthy desserts to make. My family however hate it..there is an on going
joke that my friends and family have. They always look at my desserts and say, "Ok, what's the weird
thing you snuck in this?" To which I reply, "What?! Nothing! ---avocados."
I've found my new true love, aside from my husband, puppy and Miele vacuum. Two words.
Avocado chocolate!
Where have I been living? This stuff is amazing!
So don't worry, I won't keep going on and on. I found this recipe on Pinterest from the blog
Tastes
Lovely! No kidding, I've made it
8 9, ok about 10 times. No one would ever believe it's Paleo. It is
unbelievably delicious!
Paleo Strawberry Crumb Dessert
