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French Onion Gnocchi Casserole (Paleo, with Vegan option!)

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Happy Thursday!

 

These weeks go flying by sometimes. I swore it was just Sunday, then it was Tuesday, and now the week is pretty much over. I like when the weekend comes quickly, but sometimes I wish it would just slow down.

 

I also can’t wait for warmer weather. Being able to comfortably run outside and walk my dog in a t shirt will be so nice — I also can’t wait to cook outside. All these spring recipe ideas are coming to me, including spicy seafood… AH I’m so excited.

 

Making posts short these days, I want to make sure you guys have allllll that you need to make delicious food as the days countdown to summer. HOWEVER, there are still a few days in the forecast here in the Northeast that are a bit chilly and rainy. This recipe is perfect for that, making a variation of one of my favorites – French Onion Soup.  Best of all? While it’s made with beef broth, you could definitely sub vegetable broth  to make it vegan. AND, this is a quicker option than most recipes, since you can use something that’s already pre-made. Casserole for everyone!

 

 

French Onion Gnocchi Casserole (Paleo, with Vegan option!)

 

prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 90 min (total)

 

Ingredients

  • 2 bags of Trader Joes cauliflower gnocchi (or your own paleo-friendly homemade recipe)
  • 2 yellow onions, sliced
  • 2 cloves of fresh garlic, finely chopped or minced
  • 2 cups organic beef broth (sub equal amount of vegetable broth, plus a tsp of tamari sauce if making vegan alternative!)
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • your preferred cooking fat (I used avocado oil)
  • optional (NOT paleo or vegan): 1 cup shredded provolone cheese

 

Directions

  1. In a large frying pan, add a tbsp of your preferred cooking oil over medium heat. Add your gnocchi, spreading in a single layer so they cook evenly. Stir frequently to prevent them from burning, until browned – about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. 
  1. In the same frying pan, add the remaining tbsp of oil over medium low heat. Add your sliced onions and stir occasionally, adding a pinch of salt and pepper. The key here is to let these go slooooow over looooow heat, for about an hour — this will let them caramelize properly (I can hear my sister Lauren reading this, nodding in agreement). Add more oil if needed, you definitely don’t want them to dry out.
  1. After your onions reach a deep dark brown color, Add your gnocchi back to your pan, along with your garlic, thyme and parsley, turning up to medium heat. Continue to sauté for another 4-5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Add your beef broth, continuing to simmer as the beef broth reduces.
  1. As your gnocchi and onion simmer, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 2 quart (11x7in or similar) dish.
  1. Once your gnocchi and onion mixture has thickened, add to your Pyrex dish. If using, sprinkle your cheese across.
  1. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes. Once finished, remove from heat and allow to cool before serving.

 

Enjoy!

-S

Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Spicy Aioli – Inspired by 2SP (Paleo with vegan option!)

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Quick recipe share with y’all! 

 

Pretty much every time I go out with my friends, we are looking for Brussels Sprouts on the menu (note to any restaurant owners/staff reading this… the people have spoken, and we want NEED Brussels Sprouts…). I decided I wanted to try and make my own copycat rendition of a personal favorite menu item on a local restaurant menu, Two Stones Pub.

 

Let me prepare you for what this is like. The brussies come out crispaaay, the sauce is saaawsie, and to negate all healthy aspects of this, I like to stay hydrated with a nice Lot #3 by Evolution Brewing, or perhaps a 2SP Bellcracker DIPA. It’s a delightful time, really. It’s how I keep balance when I’m running, working, doing yoga, wrangling dogs, horses, credit card portfolios, food blogging, meal prepping, etc. The thing I like most about this, is that yes, it is actually paleo if you source your ingredients right.

 

Enjoy! If you make this, let me know how you like it.

 

Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Spicy Aioli – Inspired by 2SP (Paleo with vegan option!)

 

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 30 min

Ingredients

For the Brussels:

  • 1 bag of fresh brussels sprouts (I like the 10oz bag of organic brussels from Wegmans)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp of your preferred cooking oil – I like avocado oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1-2 cloves of fresh garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 tsp ground sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Japanese 7 Spice seasoning (if not available, sub crushed red pepper, a dash of sesame seeds and a pinch of ground ginger. Make some extra to save it!)
  • 1 tsp coconut aminos
  • For the sauce:
    • ½ cup paleo-friendly (or vegan-friendly!) mayo
    • Sea salt, to taste (I used literally a pinch)
    • ½ tsp paprika
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
    • 1 squirt (lol) of sriracha around a tsp, plus more if desired

     

    Directions

    1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. 
    1. First, wash and trim the stems off of your brussels sprouts. Cut some in half, some in quarters, saving any small leaves that fall off. I even break some up so they aren’t as chunky.
    1. Add your cut brussels sprouts to a large bowl. Toss with olive oil and all other brussels ingredients, ensuring they are coated generously. If needed, add more oil.
    1. On a parchment-lined baking sheet, spread your brussels evenly in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 min, until the larger pieces are cooked thoroughly. **Note – check the brussels frequently – if the thinner leaves start to burn, remove them from the heat  and set them side on a plate to prevent further cooking. Since they don’t retain really any heat anyway, I just throw these back onto the dish upon serving.
    1. While the larger brussels are still cooking, mix together your sauce ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Adjust flavors to preference.
    1. Once all the brussels are tender and crisp on the edges, remove from oven. Add a layer of mayo and spread on your serving plate. Arrange your brussels across your sriracha mayo and if desired, drizzle with any remaining sauce. Serve immediately.

     

    ENJOY!

    -S

    Caribbean Party Rice (Vegan, Gluten-Free!)

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    Hey foodies. Half way through another week and the moon is now in Libra! To be honest, I don’t know that this would necessarily influence my life to the point where I stop and point it out to myself, but it’s nice to think about. I like to think that, similar to my actual birthday month, that this is my own little dedicated “me!” time, or that I should meditate or do more yoga during this time.

     

    I made a really fun dinner this past Sunday — I was inspired by the super bright and sunny day we had on Saturday and decided to make a Caribbean themed dinner. All I wanted was bright colors, spicy and earthy flavors, and… pineapple.

     

    I have a love/hate relationship with pineapple. It really does have a great flavor, but the texture is enough to make me gag and immediately spit it out. I think this stems back to my older sister force-feeding me pineapples after a stomach bug as a child. I’ll never fully recover.

     

    That doesn’t stop me from enjoying little bits of it every now and again though. While I used the majority of the pineapple in the rest of my recipes, I added a little dash to this dish. I saw a jerk spiced rice recipe with beans in it, but I wanted this to be a bit more fun and colorful. 

     

    Caribbean Party Rice (Vegan, Gluten-Free!)

     

    prep time: 30 min

    cook time: 30 min

    Serves 6-8

     

    Ingredients

     

    • 2.5 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
    • 1 13oz can of coconut milk
    • 1 cup pineapple juice
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped, seeds and ribs removed
    • 1 small yellow bell pepper, finely chopped, seeds and ribs removed
    • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
    • 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
    • 1 large jalapeno, finely chopped, seeds and ribs removed
    • 3 stalks of scallions, thinly sliced, green and white parts added
    • 1.5 to 2 tsp of sea salt (to taste – I love salt but tend to intentionally under salt)
    • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
    • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

     

    Directions

    1. In a large saucepan, add your coconut milk, cloves, cayenne pepper, pineapple juice, water and rice. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low and cover. allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes, checking to ensure rice is not stuck to the bottom of the pan. Stir, check that it’s cooked (should be soft, no al dente rice!) and allow to air out, fluffing as it dries.
    1. Meanwhile, as you’re waiting for the rice to cook, add your bell pepper, red onion and garlic to a large frying pan with your preferred cooking fat, over medium heat. Sauté until onion stars to become translucent, about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add your garlic and continue to sauté for another 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat until you’re able to add your rice (if it isn’t finished cooking).
    1. Once your rice has finished cooking, add it to your skillet, over a medium low heat. Add your fresh jalapenos and stir, adding additional seasoning if desired. Don’t be afraid to kick up the spices in this one — if you want flavorful rice, you must be generous with your spices!
    1. Continue sautéing until rice is thoroughly mixed, brought back to temperature and browned in some spots. Once finished, remove from heat and stir in your cilantro. Serve immediately.

     

    Enjoy!

    -S

    Pierogies with Roasted Onions (Paleo!)

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    Happy Monday! I am delighted to have a few recipes to share with you all in the next coming days. I’ve been cooking quite a bit, have a lot of healthy recipes on deck, and have been inspired to make even more stuff.

    Let’s start with this week. One exciting thing happening os the Full Moon on Friday, and how the moon will be in LIBRA. I, as a Libra, adore this. Why, you ask? I didn’t think i actually knew — I just knew that my little lunar astrological planner (visit www.magicofi.com if you want one!), I saw that Friday was a special Full Moon and I immediately got excited.

     

    Well, here’s why that was. So, what officially is this particular moon? We are in Pisces, and this is a Full Moon positioned at 29 degrees, putting it in Libra. I know i’ve been itching for change. This has also really brought to light any emotional or supportive imbalances in relationships, so this particular moon calls for more patience and compassion when dealing with folks flying off their handle. The concept of the Libra sign is balance – what would that look like in your life at the moment, more balance? How do you view your interactions with others — do you find you’ve been giving a lot of energy up at your own expense to help others? Or is the opposite true — have you been stressed, calling for more than you may intend to from your  friends and loved ones? This particular Full Moon is a good oppportunity to evaluate it all, allow yourself to see where things are falling short, and to take action to bring more balance into your life. The spotlight is now on relationships that may need more attention to help them grow, or perhaps they no longer serve you and you need to cut the cord.

     

    Gosh, this talk about balancing my life makes me hungry. Let’s talk food. specifically, let’s talk pierogies.

     

    Do you know how much i like pierogies? I can remember my uncle (dad’s brother) and aunt making her old family recipes, hundreds of pierogies at a time. They were so delicious… indulgent, too. Tradtionally, you boil them. Once college came around and I had to get my fix without slaving away in the kitchen, Mrs. T’s in a frying pan became the go-to.

     

    In my pursuit to make this gluten free and still indulgent, I came up with THIS. I was inspired by a jamaican beef patty recipe a friend made for her Celiac son, and I figured it could cross over into pierogie-land. While nothing truly beats the fresh taste of flour with potatoes and cheesy goodness, this is a great take on one of my childhood favorites. Bon Appetit 🙂

     

    Pierogies with Roasted Onions (Paleo!)

    Prep time: 40 min

    Cook time: 20 min

    Makes about 30 3-inch pierogies

    Ingredients

    For the dough:

    • 2 eggs 
    • 2 cups cassava flour, plus more for rolling
    • 2/3 cup water, plus more if needed (dough can dry out)
    • sea salt, to taste (i used about 1/2 tsp)

    For the filling:

    • 1 lb organic potatoes, peeled
    • ~ 1/2 cup cashew milk, or more if needed
    • 1 tsp of ghee, or grassfed butter
    • generous salt and pepper, to taste
    • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/2 tsp onion powder
    • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
    •  1 egg, whisked

    Directions

    1. In a saucepan, add potatoes and cover with water. Bring to a boil and simmer until potatoes are fork tender, about 30-35 minutes. Drain, mash, and add your remaining filling ingredients, adding additional seasonings if desired. set aside.
    1. For the dough, crack TWO of your eggs into a medium sizzed mixing bowl. Add your water, and sea salt. Whisk to thoroughly combine.
    1. Slowly add your flour until it is fully mixed, stirring along the way. If dough is not pliable, add a tsp of water at a time until it is thick and sticky, but flexible. Use your hands to mold the dough into a ball. cut the dough in half, rolling together. Cut each piece in half again, so that you have four separate dough balls. Place the remaining dough in the bowl and cover with a warm/wet towel to prevent the dough from drying until used.
    1. On a dry flat surface, add a piece of parchment paper and sprinkle some cassava flour over it, spreading it evenly. Place your first dough ball and roll out until dough is approximately 1/8 inch thick.
    1. Using a biscuit cutter or rim of a drinking glass (at least 3in. in diameter), cut dough into circles and set aside on another piece of parchment paper. Continue with remaining dough balls until remaining dough is used.
    1. In a small bowl, whisk your remaining egg. If the egg is not runny, add a tsp of water to ensure the right consistency.
    1. Place a small amount of mashed potato filling in the center of each dough round. Be sure to leave about a quarter inch around the edge of the round to seal. Brush the edge of each seal with some egg mixture, and then gently folder the dough circle in half, pinching the edges together to form a semi circle. You may use a fork to gently press them together, if you’d like. Once assembled, transfer to a plate and cover with plastic wrap to prevent them from further drying out.
    1. Once all made, bring a large stock pot filled with water and a pinch of salt to a boil. Place the pierogi in the boiling water — only a handful at a time so they are not crowded. When they float to the top, continue boiling for another 10-12 minutes. Test one to see if the dough is cooked — it should resemble firmly cooked pasta. Once cooked, remove from heat with a slotted spoon and set aside to drain and dry.
    1. There are some that will sprinkle a pinch of salt over them at this point and eat them just like this. I like to saute mine next 🙂
    1. If you’re good at multitasking, you can cook your onions separately, while your pierogies are boiling. Add a tbsp of ghee or grassfed butter to a large frying pan over medium low heat. Add your sliced onion and saute, slowly, over low heat, stirring to prevent burning. add a pinch of salt and cook until starting to brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
      To the same pan, add another tbsp of ghee or grassfed butter, over medium heat. Add your pierogies in a singer layer, cooking in batches of necessary. Brown on both sides until crisp, about 5-6 minutes each side. Add your onions to the pan to bring back to temperature and meld the flavors.
  • Serve immediately – enjoy!

    • -S

    Chicken Bacon Broccoli Ranch Casserole (Paleo!)

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    Good afternoon, y’all! it’s a wonderful day in the neighborhood. The weather might get warmer (not holding my breath), the sun is shining, I am trying to shed some winter fluff and I have picked up running much more regularly. All the good things! I told my younger brother that we’re running the Kennett Run, so there’s a goal to work towards. I’ve been in the gym at least 6 days a week, but let me tell you… these ol’ bones take a beating. I jumped back into it like I was 18 years old again, and that was DEFINITELY! not the right way to do it. I suspected a plantar fasciitis flare up (or a peroneal tendon issue), so I let up for a few days and soaked my foot in Epsom salt. It did the trick, but now I’m nursing some sore quads. Does anyone have any good recommendations on running shoes for folks with extremely high arches? 🙂 🙂

    I’ve made a ton of food over the last few weeks, but I’ve just been so busy with everything that I either hadn’t documented it once I cooked it, or people ate it before I got a chance to.

    One thing I’m super pumped about is this tasty casserole. I came across a recipe for a buffalo chicken casserole I really liked, but I wanted to put a different twist on it with some other flavors. the good thing about this one is that it’s low in carbs, high in protein and just overall filling and delicious. Just to warn you, it’s definitely a weekend project that reheats well during the week… I’d advise to make this when you’ve got some time to play in the kitchen 🙂

     

    Chicken Bacon Broccoli Ranch Casserole (Paleo!)

    prep time: ~ 2 hours for all cooking involved

    cook time: 35 min

    Ingredients

    • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 
    • 1 medium sized spaghetti squash
    • 1 package paleo-friendly bacon (typically 8-10 oz, or a generous half pound)
    • 1 large head of broccoli, stems trimmed and cut into small florets
    • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced or pressed
    • 2 eggs
    • 2/3 cup paleo-friendly mayonnaise
    • 2 tbsp Grey Poupon dijon
    • 1 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • 1/2 tsp dried dill
    • 1 tbsp chives
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • 2 tbsp dried parsley

     

    Directions

    1. As this takes the longest, preheat your oven to 400 F. Cut your spaghetti squash in half and place face-down on a lined baking sheet. Bake until tender, about 50-60 minutes. Once cooked, carefully scrape the seeds out with a spoon and discard. With remaining flesh, gently scrape out with a fork into a large mixing bowl and discard the leftover skin.
    1. Now onto your chicken. Cook your chicken in an instant pot per instructions —  with enough chicken broth to cover the meat for 30 min. If using a traditional oven, (while simultaneously cooking your squash), place chicken a Pyrex dish and cover with broth. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until fork tender and cooked thoroughly. With both methods, remove from heat  after cooking, shred finely, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then cover and set aside until ready to use.
    1. While chicken is baking, cook your bacon  by your preferred method (I like to bake on a baking sheet at 375 degrees F until crisp) until the bacon is thoroughly browned, but not burnt.  Remove from heat once cooked, roughly chop (once cooled!!), and set aside.  
    1. Since I like to live dangerously and multi-task, at this point I start cooking my broccoli, until just slightly tender. In a large skillet, add your preferred cooking oil and broccoli over medium heat. Once brought to temperature, add 1/8 cup of water to the pan and cover with a lid. The broccoli should only slightly cook, until bright green — about 2 minutes. Once finished, remove from heat, drain and set aside.
    1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together your spices, dijon and mayo. adjust flavors as needed — I like a bit of a punch of dill and garlic to really bring out the ranch flavor. Remember, be generous with your salt, as the chicken has a lot of protein to break down, and the squash has a lot of fiber – salt is our friend!
    1. Once taste is up to par, add your two eggs, continuing to whisk until thoroughly mixed.
    1. In your large bowl with spaghetti squash, add your chicken and bacon, and mix together. Add your sauce, continuing to mix thoroughly. Add to a greased Pyrex dish and spread evenly.
    1. Hopefully your oven is still hot! Set temp/pre-heat to 350 degrees F. Bake your casserole until your egg has set and the top starts to brown, about 35 minutes.

    Serve, and enjoy!

     

    -S

    Spicy Chipotle Turkey Meatballs in Gravy (Paleo!)

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    Well hey, y’all. Interestingly enough, a wild snowstorm appeared in the bushes and all of us are here waiting for it.  Some sources say 3-5 inches, some say 4-6, I say…. I’m wearing leggings, found a giant blanket, and I have my work laptop out with a cup of tea, a dog and two cats staring at me. Woo! Unexpected snowstorms. An interesting turn of events after a few days off from work followed by a day of intense work crises.

    I said yesterday that I often post and talk about the moon. While I’ve not had anyone openly object to my doing so, I figured I’d at least share why I believe it to be so important. Have you ever heard the word “lunatic”? While it’s an antiquated way to refer to someone who is behaving erratically or is mentally ill, the word has roots in a deeper meaning. Philosophers like Aristotle believed that those with bipolar disorder or other mental illnesses were triggered by the moon. Though in modern days, there’s evidence on both sides that the moon impacts human behavior, I’m here for the fun stuff. The “I Can’t Explain It But I Know Something’s Different” stuff. The far-out, woo-woo stuff.

    Though it’s really anecdotal evidence, I find that days where the full moon is expected are not the same. Perhaps it’s that it really is just brighter outside, and you notice all the little leaves blowing about. Perhaps it’s just that it’s something bigger in the sky to look at, and triggers a series of thoughts about what’s really out there, thoughts of existentialism, or how there’s so much more going on than we can see. I’m a believer in the moon’s influence, but I realize its not for everyone.

    That having been said, this moon comes at an interesting time. The “Snow Supermoon”, as they’re calling it, came just on the brink of a major snowstorm. It comes at a particular time of year where people are coming out of their fog, eager for what’s next. Bonus season just ended for a lot of employers, which is a precursor to a lot of job changes, new adventures, and the like. But on a more personal level, Spring is just around the corner. Daylight savings is, too. There’s a lot of change on the horizon politically and economically. So, how does this particular moon really have anything to do with that?

    This  particular moon, falling within 0 degrees of Virgo, is said to strengthen our intuition and emotional side, but also creates the space for us to really take ownership of how to make real what our intentions are. This is really the time for one to lay groundwork and get organized – to set up the logistics to get what it is they really desire. This full moon falls during a great shift in awareness, so it can feel really intense to suddenly realize, “Wow, I have REALLY got to get moving.” Just don’t forget to set aside time to have fun, to relax, and above all, to de-stress your mind.

    What better way to de-stress than to enjoy some good ol’ comfort food? Little meatballs! Maybe I should call them moon-balls. I don’t think people would eat them if I did. I guess we’ll stick with meatballs.

    Enjoy these paleo-friendly Spicy Chipotle Turkey Meatballs – recipe below!

     

    Spicy Chipotle Turkey Meatballs in Gravy (Paleo!)

     

    Prep time: 25 min

    Cook time: 40 min

     

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb ground turkey
    • 1 4oz can of adobo sauce
    • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped; stems and seeds removed
    • 1 medium-sized yellow onion, finely chopped
    • 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
    • 1 egg, whisked
    • 1/2 cup almond flour
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • 1 can of full fat coconut milk
    • 1 tsp coconut flour or tapioca flour (for thickening), plus more if needed

     

    Directions

    1. In a large skillet, add splash if your preferred cooking fat as well as your chopped onion. Sauté over medium heat until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
    2. In the same skillet, also over medium heat, add your garlic and bell pepper. Sauté until the peppers have cooked out much of their water and onions start to brown – another 5-6 minutes. Season with a small pinch of salt.
    3. Remove from heat, leaving half of your onion/pepper mixture in your pan and set aside – you will move the remaining half into a large mixing bowl.
    4. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
    5. Within your mixing bowl, add your ground turkey, egg, almond flour, 2 tbsp of adobo sauce, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly. If mixture is too wet, add more almond flour, 1 tbsp at a time. Turkey tends to be less stiff when raw than ground beef or other ground meat, so you don’t want to add too much more flour – they will be dry once cooked.
    6. Once thoroughly mixed, use your hands (or a melon baller/cookie scooper for consistency) to roll mixture into 1-1 1/2 inch balls. Arrange on a greased, foiled or parchment lined baking sheet, evenly spacing 2-3 inches apart. Bake until they start to brown, about 20-25 minutes. It may be more or less time, depending on the size of the meatballs.
    7. Meanwhile, as your meatballs are cooking, place your skillet with onion and peppers back over medium heat. Once brought to temperature, add your coconut milk and another 2 tbsp of adobo sauce, allowing pepper and onion to simmer. Add salt and pepper, to taste. If more adobo is needed, continue to add, 1 tbsp at a time, to ensure appropriate spiciness. Once simmering, if still quite thin, add your tsp of coconut or tapioca flour and stir until well combined. To avoid burning, turn the heat to low and allow to simmer.
    8. Once meatballs are finished cooking, gently remove from  your baking sheet and add to your skillet, stirring to coat meatballs in your gravy. I like to cover it and let it simmer so the meatballs stay tender/juicy for about 3-4 minutes.

    Serve, and enjoy!

    -S

     

     

    Mushroom and Sage Roasted Turkey Meatballs (PALEO!)

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    In an interesting turn of events, the weather outside is GLORIOUS! high 50’s, low 60’s. The groundhog did not see his shadow, the snow has melted, and hopefully we don’t get much bad weather from here on out. It certainly feels like the twilight zone, especially with the full moon coming out tonight. After a super fast weekend, I’m ready for some good weather.

    I’ll keep this short and sweet — this weekend I had some time to make some glorious little meatballs, and because I couldn’t decide what I wanted, I decided to make two different kinds. Praise be, especially when your turkey meatballs don’t turn out dry. The first one I’ll share with you is below 🙂

    Mushroom and Sage Roasted Turkey Meatballs 

    Prep time: 20 min

    cook time: 30 min

     

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb ground turkey
    • 1/2 cup almond flour
    • 1 egg
    • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage, divided
    • 1 cup baby bella mushrooms, chopped
    • 1 small/medium sized yellow onion, chopped
    • 1 garlic clove, finely minced or pressed
    • 1 can of coconut milk, shaken
    • 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
    • 1/2 tsp pepper
    • Pinch of other thickening gluten free alternative flour, such as potato or tapioca flour

    Directions

    1. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté your chopped onion until translucent, stirring frequently to avoid burning — about 4-5 min. Add your garlic, continuing to stir. Next, add your mushrooms and Add a pinch of salt and pepper to season. Sauté, uncovered, until onions start to brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
    1. Next, in a large mixing bowl, add your turkey, half of your sautéed onion and mushrooms, egg, almond flour, 1 tbsp of sage, salt and pepper — mix  thoroughly. If the mixture looks too wet, add more almond flour, 1 tbsp at a time, while stirring. 
    1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. On a parchment lined or  greased baking sheet, roll your mixture into your preferred meatball size. I used a cookie scooper, making meatballs about 1.5in in diameter. Space evenly on the baking sheet.
    1. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes. The internal temperature should be 155 degrees.
    1. Meanwhile, as the meatballs are baking, add your remaining sage to your skillet of mushroom and onion, over low heat. Add your coconut milk and stir. Allow to simmer for about 5-7 minutes, until the sauce has now thickened slightly. If it’s still runny, feel free to sprinkle in some of your thickening flour, and stir well to combine.
    1. Once meatballs are done cooking in the oven, carefully add them to your sauce pan, and gently stir to coat meatballs. Allow them to simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
    1. Remove from heat and serve.

     

    Enjoy!

    -S