This recipe is so simple and a great addition to your morning routine. It will help kick-start your day and your nutritional needs. Super simple smoothie mix! We (The Primal Desire Team) are doing a Whole Life Challenge. It has been 2 weeks, and I have to say the game layout has been fun! I enjoy the team atmosphere of support! So far into this challenge, I have lost 7 lbs and an inch off my waist, I am pretty excited to see some results. You may be asking why I am telling you this, ... Read More about Holley’s Super Simple Smoothie Mix- 3 Ingredients!
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Sunrise Blossom Smoothie
The Sunrise Blossom Smoothie combines sweet strawberries with a citrus twist to make this smoothie a great way to start your day. Remember how last week I promised innovative recipes? Well, my original plan didn't really pan out for me. Sometimes that happens. As a result, I haven't been grocery shopping, and have been eating the most random combinations of things. Sometimes even surprise things out of the freezer! Yay for Raj's butter chicken and duck soup. I should be better about ... Read More about Sunrise Blossom Smoothie
Balsamic Pear Smoothie
Unexpected in liquid format maybe, but the flavor combination of the Balsamic Pear Smoothie is so fresh and so clean clean! Strangely, I can't think of any amazing stories today. So I thought, why not tell you about the book I just read? Don't worry, no spoilers here. I love the writings of Chuck Palahniuk (author of Fight Club). Like Fight Club, Chuck's books have twisted and dark humor, random interesting and little-known facts, unexpected twists, very unique views of the world, often ... Read More about Balsamic Pear Smoothie
Paleo Tiger Ice Cream Smoothie
Holy smokes. Can you believe it's Halloween at the end of this week? I adore the fall: the crisp air, outfits of jeans and sweaters, wild print leggings with scarves and boots, changing leaves, and my birthday make it pretty awesome in my books. It's not as crazy at work; the harvest of squash, pumpkins, pears and apples, yum! Crockpot meals and cozy couch nights under a blanket. Yay! It's still warm enough during the day, and this year we have had lots of sunshine. Because it hasn't been ... Read More about Paleo Tiger Ice Cream Smoothie
Paleo Cherry Chocolate Smoothie
Dark red cherries and rich cacao make this spooky smoothie a nutritious way to start the day. Paleo Cherry Chocolate Smoothie. I have so much food in my fridge. It is full. I could feed a family of 4 for a week. But tonight after working all day and the gym, I got take-out. I know, Ugh. I should have come home and cooked. I bought this food and I will feel monumentally guilty if it goes to waste. But I just can't seem to bring myself to cook today. Sometimes that happens, that desire ... Read More about Paleo Cherry Chocolate Smoothie
Blueberry Watermelon Mint Smoothie
I was talking to a friend yesterday about gratitude activities. I mentioned gratitude journals in the past, and this friend is doing a gratitude photography journal- a photo each day of something she is grateful for. What we both observed from this activity is that food inevitably makes it into our gratitudes- whether it's the food itself or the events surrounding it (company, scenery, etc.). I've also recently had a number of discussions about people who aren't foodies. Aren't foodies??! ... Read More about Blueberry Watermelon Mint Smoothie
Blackberry Mint Smoothie
I'm thirty. Thirsty for this Paleo Blackberry Mint Smoothie (or use basil in place of mint). Mother's Day is this Sunday. Don't forget to call, visit, and hug everyone you need to. And remind the people who you know could use a reminder. Sometimes it's tough to come up with a good Mother's Day gift, you know? I think most moms would prefer a heartfelt gesture rather than a gift, am I right? This year Mom, I would have made you a nice Paleo brunch- if you weren't so far away. Think Dad'll ... Read More about Blackberry Mint Smoothie
Paleo Christmas Breakfast Menu
Christmas morning with family is a magical time and what's better than sharing a delicious breakfast? We kinda love breakfasts, start the day with tasty paleo food? Yes, please!! Like our friend Brooke always says "only 1 more sleep till breakfast!" We have a lot of Paleo Christmas Breakfast ideas, all rounded up in one spot just for you! Below are drinks & smoothies, pancakes & waffles, omelets, eggs, and miscellaneous including coconut yogurt, breakfast sausages, and chocolate ... Read More about Paleo Christmas Breakfast Menu
Food to Fuel Anti-Racism
We want to help and ground change-makers, so we created this recipe roundup of food to fuel anti-racism. Let's make sure that your body, mind, and spirit are being nourished while you're doing your anti-racism work. Looking after your wellbeing is crucial while changing the world! We've also put together a pile of antiracism resources to help learn, teach, and make an impact in the fight against systemic racism. We've brought together a bunch of gluten-free recipes (below) to help ... Read More about Food to Fuel Anti-Racism
Chocolate Banana Almond Butter Shake
Shake? Smoothie? What's the diff? My extremely brief research (about 23.5 seconds worth of effort) indicated that a shake is more about ice cream whereas a smoothie is more about fruit. So there's probably some grey area in there, but that's not our issue as this Chocolate Banana Almond Butter Shake is clearly a smoothie. That was developed from a shake. And could easily be made back into a shake using coconut ice cream. Anyway, when I was younger I used to drink a lot of milkshakes (I ... Read More about Chocolate Banana Almond Butter Shake
2014 – A Year in Review
As you may or may not know, 2014 was the birth year for The Primal Desire and we've done some pretty great things. I decided that we should do a "year in review" of what happened this year that has got us here. Here are our top 10 viewed recipes, our 25 favorite recipes (that just didn't get the love they need and deserve), and a handful of our possibly (though maybe unlikely) Pulitzer Prize worthy writings. Top 10 Recipes of 2014 These are the recipes that were most viewed in 2014 in ... Read More about 2014 – A Year in Review
How to Cut an Avocado
I don't know how this happened! How is it possible that I hadn't discovered the magic that is the avocado until adulthood??? Well, I know now that one of my favorite things is avocado covered in lime (or lemon) juice and sprinkled with salt. And that limed and salted, they are fantastic in salads. And just how amazing a simple guacamole is. And that adding 1/4 - 1/2 an avocado to a smoothie will give it a beautifully thick and smooth texture. And that adding cubed avocado to an omelette is ... Read More about How to Cut an Avocado
Paleo Whipped Cream
Paleo Whipped Cream, or Whipped Coconut Cream, is a must-have. Why not try jazzing it up with one of these 2 bonus flavors.... I've got bad news. I don't have an interesting story today. I don't wanna talk about my car problems and how I got a refresher in how-to-jump-start-a-car-battery (no, I didn't do anything silly like leaving the lights on - just some electrical problems that appeared at midnight on a weekend...). I don't want to talk about the TV series that I'm hooked on right now ... Read More about Paleo Whipped Cream
Pesto Steak and Eggs – Keto Breakfast 🥩🍳
Start your day off strong with a wakeup call for your taste buds from Pesto Steak and Eggs. Keto breakfast in under 7 minutes! "One more sleep 'til breakfast!" One of my all-time favorite quotes. I love breakfast. Not the bready, cereal versions that so many people do every day. No way. I'm talking omelettes, bacon, eggs benedict, breakfast salads, hash browns, breakfast sausage, fruit salads, and pesto steak and eggs. What's not to ... Read More about Pesto Steak and Eggs – Keto Breakfast 🥩🍳
How to Make Water Kefir
Water Kefir, what is it, how do you make it, and why is it good for you? We talk about this probiotic powerhouse plus you can enter to win a whole pile of prizes!! Water Kefir, you may have heard about this probiotic drink or it's cousin Kombucha. But did you know how easy it is to make? In just a couple of days, you could make your own flavored water kefir. First off, let us establish I do not pronounce kefir correctly. Like most other North ... Read More about How to Make Water Kefir
Banana Flour Waffles
Banana flour waffles are easy, delicious, and grain, gluten, nut and dairy free. Looking for a fruit and vegetable filled breakfast? These are a hit, with young and old alike! Well, I did it. I wrecked my metabolism. Wrecked it real good in fact. I have had stomach pains and killer heartburn since our trip to Cuba. Maybe even before. Actually... It is possible my metabolism has been shitty for even longer! I had some seriously disordered eating in my teens and 20's. Crazy diets, ... Read More about Banana Flour Waffles
How Thailand Changed My Life
I don't know what it is about this time of year: the end of summer and start of cooler weather and shorter days, but for the past few years I've found it to be a time that I spend more time in my head. For the past week I've been thinking a lot about an experience that greatly impacted my life: traveling in Thailand. I was there for only a month 3 years ago, but my trip to Thailand changed my life. I'm not the first person to have had a transformational experience while traveling over seas. ... Read More about How Thailand Changed My Life
Roasted Golden Beets
Variety is the spice of life. Or maybe spice is the variety of life. I get bored of making the same thing over and over, so I need to mix things up. I made these Roasted Golden Beets with cardamom and chipotle powder - each brings more depth to the roasted golden beets! And these golden beets a little different too. Boredom I looked in the mirror and thought, time for a change... much like standard beets dishes, something needs to change. I get bored with the same thing over and over. ... Read More about Roasted Golden Beets
Paleo Rosemary Raspberry Jam
Paleo Rosemary Raspberry Jam. Where do we come up with this stuff? My mother is famous. Or maybe infamous? Her raspberry jam is definitely famous. I have friends who clamor and beg for "Nola's raspberry jam" or any of her amazing preserves. It's in mismatched jars of all different sizes and shapes; jars found at second-hand stores, recycling bins and garage sales. It is the best way for her to get jars as once she fills them she gives them away. My parents live in a retirement resort in ... Read More about Paleo Rosemary Raspberry Jam
Thai Red Curry Clams & Mango
Thai Red Curry Clams & Mango because fruit is amazing in curries! As promised: More about the impact Thailand and Thai cuisine had on me. And then a fantastic recipe and How-To Tips on cleaning and cooking fresh clams. My trip to Thailand changed my life in a lot of ways. If you're familiar with Thailand at all, I spent some time in Chiang Mai at the beginning. It's a beautiful and spiritual area, with the most amazing Buddhist temples. It's artistic, laid back, and friendly. I met a ... Read More about Thai Red Curry Clams & Mango
Great Grannny’s Persimmon Cookies: Paleo-ized
It is cold outside and I don't feel good. Feel bad for me? Please don't. I have Caddyshack on TV, a fuzzy blanket and persimmon cookies to console me. I'm going to be okay. I Promise. I am just experiencing a little immune response from a vaccination booster. Means my immune system is working, so that is a good thing? It's that time of year: persimmon time! They normally don't grow here in Canada, but there is one feral tree locally! They are picked early before the frost and live on ... Read More about Great Grannny’s Persimmon Cookies: Paleo-ized