This is not an entirely new recipe for me but this weekend I tried a new version and I just have to share! I decided to try them with the garlic flavored olive oil from Trader Joe’s. OMG! These were so good, they didn’t even make it to the trail. It’s a good thing they…
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Nightshade Free Marinara
Jump to the recipe… It’s been a rough week, mostly because my lovely bf has torn his meniscus. He was out on his “Course 2”, preparing to be a SAR (Search and Rescue) leader with a group of SAR trainees when he stepped wrong. The next thing you know, they are carrying him out on…
Good Food in The Methow Valley: Mazama Store
I was introduced to the Mazama Store during my first backpacking trip on the Pacific Crest Trail with the wonderful group of women from my church I mention here. I had never been to the town of Mazama, WA, in the Methow Valley and I was excited to see what this area was like. The…
Spiced Coconut Chips
Jump to the recipe… One of the things I miss most about being paleo is popcorn. It was my go to snack; bowls and bowls of air popped popcorn. Now, it’s not to say that I don’t occasionally treat myself to a batch of popcorn with melted ghee or coconut oil but popcorn is one…
The Battle Is On
I think February is one of the hardest months of the year, especially here in the Pacific Northwest. Depression sets in from short days without sunlight and the holiday celebrations are over (No, Valentine’s Day doesn’t count. When has this supposed holiday EVER lived up to the hype or expectation?). Everyone is hopping three day weekend to three…
Easy Cheesy Pasta (Gluten Free & Vegan)
Jump to the recipe… Editor’s note: since posting this recipe, I have started to swap out rice and rice noodles from my meals in order to include more vegetables or reduce my carbohydrate intake when necessary. My Trail Meal Bases: 5 Grain Free Swaps has all the details! Last month we had a chance to…