Grapefruit Margarita Chicken

Whoever stated that necessity is the mother of invention got it partly right.  When it comes to cooking, invention is often the result of having a limited set of ingredients to work with, coupled with the need to use up things before they spoil.  Such situations are credited as the origins of chili, pizza, countless soups and stews...even "chop suey."  Our …

Ginger Honey Scallops

Wild-caught sea scallops are one of my favorite sea foods.  When they have been cooked just right, they have a delicate flavor and a firm texture that avoids the "chewiness" often associated with other shellfish.  There are a lot of ways they can be prepared, but with only six ingredients (including the scallops), this recipe …

Lime Cilantro Chicken

This recipe is great for when you've got a few guests coming over and want to make sure you've got plenty of food on the table.  It only takes a few minutes to prep and only has to marinade for about half an hour.  And as long as you don't let it cook too long …

Poblano Lime Sauce

This simple sauce is great for dipping veggies in (cauliflower, broccoli, and mushrooms especially), or as a dressing over salad like the cucumber avocado dressing from a few weeks ago.  It is also a great condiment over top of the grilled chicken recipe we've got lined up for tomorrow.  It will also keep for several …

Lime Honey Cashew Coleslaw

Lime Honey Cashew Coleslaw Recipe Type: Side Dishes Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 20 mins Total time: 20 mins Serves: 8 Ingredients 1/2 head green cabbage, sliced thinly into shreds 1/2 head red cabbage, sliced thinly into shreds 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin slices 4 scallions, chopped fine 1/2~3/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly …

Lime Honey Pork Chops

Lime Honey Pork Chops Recipe Type: Main Dish Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 25 mins Total time: 35 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients 3~5 pork chops from a pastured hog (about 1-1/2 to 2 lbs) 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil juice of 1 lime (about 2-1/2 tbsp) 1 tbsp low-sodium Tamari 1 …

Paprika Pork Chops with Warmed Mango Chutney

Paprika Pork Chops with Warmed Mango Chutney Recipe Type: Main Dish Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total time: 1 hour Serves: 3 Ingredients 3 pork chops, pastured and bone-in (about 1-1/2 lbs) 2~3 tbsp paprika 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp pepper 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 …

Sirloin Steaks with Parsley and Capers

Sirloin Steaks with Parsley and Capers Recipe Type: Main Dish Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 12 mins Total time: 32 mins Serves: 6 Ingredients 2 lbs sirloin steaks 1/4 cup HFCS-free Worcestershire sauce 4 scallions, roots trimmed and finely chopped – divided medium bunch of curley-leaf parsley, stems trimmed and finely …

Grilled Chicken Chile Avocado Melt

Grilled Chicken Chile Avocado Melt Recipe Type: Main Dish Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 15 mins Total time: 45 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves 2 anaheim chiles 2 poblano chiles 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and cut into 12 slices 1 lime, cut into wedges 1 tbsp …

Margarita Chili

Margarita Chili Recipe Type: Main Dish Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 2 hours Total time: 2 hours 20 mins Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 to 1-1/2 lbs ground grass-fed beef 1 lb ground pork breakfast sausage – something rather mild would be best, or simply some ground pork 1 large yellow onion, …