Tag: whole30

Chicken al Mojo de Ajo
January 21, 2019

Chicken al Mojo de Ajo

I grew up eating a dish that was one of my fathers absolute favorites! He would only make it occasionally so the dish was super special! It is called Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (Shrimp in a Garlic and Tomato Sauce). Oh my goodness I …

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by Jeanette Ferguson
Sesame Beef & Riced Cauliflower Meatballs
January 17, 2019

Sesame Beef & Riced Cauliflower Meatballs

These delicious little Sesame & Riced Cauliflower Meatballs will wow you! I promise. I paired them with my Carrot Curry Sauce which made for the perfect combination! These are made with half ground meat and half riced cauliflower which makes them very nutrient dense. My …

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by Jeanette Ferguson
Beef & Zucchini Enchilada Stack
January 17, 2019

Beef & Zucchini Enchilada Stack

Oh yes Baby! Am I the only one that loves pretty food! I mean really? Look at this gorgeous dish! I used goat cheese cheddar from Trader Joes which a lot of people who are dairy free seem to tolerate well. If you would like to keep it dairy free I promise it still taste amazing without the cheese. Omitting the cheese will also make it Whole30 compliant. I seriously can’t handle how good this is!

  • Set up a little station before you start building your stack.
  • Layer a bit of sauce at the bottom
  • Start with tortilla
  • Followed by Beef & Zucchini Mixture.
  • Top with Sauce
  • Followed by shredded cheese
  • Repeat for a total of 5 layers

Beef & Zucchini Enchilada Stack

Such a beautiful and flavorful dish.  Delicious, spicy beef & zucchini stacked with enchilada sauce, goat cheese cheddar and Siete Cassava Tortillas. 
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
  • ½ onion diced
  • 6 garlic cloves diced
  • 3 green onions diced
  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 5 Siete Cassava Tortillas or any tortilla you have except corn
  • 2 cups cheese, I used Goat Cheese Cheddar from Trader Joe’s shredded
  • 4-5 cups enchilada sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees 
  • Heat oil in skillet.  Add the ground beef, onion, green onion and garlic. 
  • Cook until beef is browned. 
  • Add the zucchini, salt, pepper and spices.  Cook for 2 minutes to bloom the spices. Set aside. 
  • Lightly grease a round pan or cast iron skillet. Ladle a bit of sauce to coat the bottom.
  • Place a tortilla followed by a beef and zucchini mixture. See picture above. 
  • Ladle sauce, and sprinkle cheese. See picture above. 
  • Repeat this for a total of 5 layers. 
  • Bake for 20 minutes uncovered. 
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by Jeanette Ferguson
Fergie’s Famous Red Enchilada Sauce
January 17, 2019

Fergie’s Famous Red Enchilada Sauce

I really think that if I was asked what I’m most known for it is my Enchiladas! There has never been a time when anyone in my family has been disappointed because I made them. The beauty of having a good enchilada sauce recipe and …

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by Jeanette Ferguson
Carrot Curry Sauce
January 9, 2019

Carrot Curry Sauce

I love vegetable based sauces and gravy’s ! I enjoy coming up with recipes that are delicious and nutrient dense with no fillers or thickeners. This carrot curry sauce happened by accident (which I have learned are the best recipes). I bought a giant bag …

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by Jeanette Ferguson
Enchilada Cauliflower Steaks
January 3, 2019

Enchilada Cauliflower Steaks

I am obsessed with tasty side dishes. I hate steamed vegetables! Yes I said it ! I love flavor, texture and color. When you are trying to save some money and not spend so much on expensive organic or pastured proteins you can make a kick ass side dish or two that won’t make you miss that large quantity of protein! Eating more vegetables is a great way to stretch your food budget and not break the bank!

Enchilada Cauliflower Steak

Eating more vegetables is a fabulous way to stretch your food budget!  These cauliflower steaks are so darn good.  You can serve them as a tasty side dish or top with an egg and have them for breakfast ! 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cauliflower
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce homemade or purchased
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt & Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Cut your cauliflower into 4 thick steaks.  Place in a casserole just big enough to fit the four steaks.
  • In a small bowl combine the garlic, enchilada sauce, chicken broth and olive oil.  
  • Whisk until combined and pour over the steaks. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. 
  • Cover and place in refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes, ideally you should marinade overnight or up to 24 hours.  It helps if you brush marinade over the top every few hours… get them nice and coated. 
  • Preheat over to 400 degrees.  Cook at this temperature for 15 minutes.  Then reduce heat to 350 and cook an additional 35 minutes. 
  • Serve drizzled with mayo or ranch, some cilantro and sesame seeds. 
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by Jeanette Ferguson
Pork Chile Verde
January 1, 2019

Pork Chile Verde

I love versatile recipes that I can cook in the Instant Pot or slow simmer in Slow Cooker. Besides all that the best part is it’s only 5 ingredients. You can eat this tasty pork dish alone, with a side dish, make tacos, burritos or …

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by Jeanette Ferguson
Hello World
December 31, 2018

Hello World

My name is Jeanette but I am lovingly known as Fergie.  I feel so blessed and honored to be here and to be able to share my craft with you.  Nothing says “I love you” better than a beautifully prepared meal, made with the best …

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Shrimp Kelp Noodle Chow Mein
December 31, 2018

Shrimp Kelp Noodle Chow Mein

Have you ever tried Kelp Noodles?  This is the perfect recipe to try if you haven’t !  Kelp noodles are 100% gluten free and all sea vegetable.  They have an amazing texture which really satisfies that noodle craving. This recipe makes my family so happy.  They literally eat giant portions every time I make it which makes me happy because its jam packed with vegetable goodness! 

Gorgeous Noodle Dish

A few facts about Kelp Noodles:

They’re low-calorie, low-carb, fat-free, sugar-free, and full of vitamins A, B, and C as well as minerals like magnesium, calcium, zinc and iron. They contain only water, kelp, and sodium alginate. 

Shrimp & Vegetable Kelp Noodle Chow Mein

This will most defiantly become a family favorite… the textures and flavors in this “Noodle” dish are seriously perfect!  Can be eaten alone as a main dish or served as a side dish.  You can also substitute the protein or leave it out all together. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled, deveined, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 onion sliced thin
  • 2 celery sliced thin
  • 4 green onions chopped
  • 4 cabbage finely sliced or shredded
  • 1-2 large carrots spiralized
  • 1 zucchini spiralized
  • 1 bag kelp noodles rinsed and drained
  • ½ spaghetti squash cooked and shredded with a fork

Chow Mein Sauce

  • ¾ cup coconut amigos
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 5-8 dashes Red Boat Fish Sauce
  • 8 garlic cloves grated with microplane or chopped fine
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated with microplane or chopped fine
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
  • Black Sesame Seeds garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet and add the avocado oil.  Add the shrimp and cook on high for 2 minutes or until just barely pink.  Remove the shrimp and set aside. 
  • Add the onions, celery, green onions, cabbage and carrots. Cook for 2 minutes on high.  Use tongs to toss as you cook. 
  • Add the zucchini, kelp noodles and spaghetti squash. Cook for 2 minutes on high, continuing to use the tongs to toss. 
  • Remove from heat, add the shrimp back in and make the sauce. 

Chow Mein Sauce

  • In a small skillet add all the sauce ingredients and cook on medium high until the sauce begins to thicken… approximately 8 minutes. 
  • Pour the hot sauce over the noodle dish and toss with tongs.  Garnish with black sesame seeds. 
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