A Simple Variation of Pesto! (With Coconut Oil)

Are you ready for the 3 Ingredients... Walnuts, Coconut Oil (Melted), and Basil!

I made this on a whim because I didn't have pine nuts or olive oil.  I didn't want to use the typical Parmesan cheese in it either.  So I got creative and it actually worked!

I don't have exact measurements... Sorry!  In a food processor I threw in around 4 tbs of melted coconut oil, a large handful of walnuts and a large handful of basil.  That's it!  I feel like it worked perfectly and I made it for my veggie noodles (click here for the post).

I forgot to take a picture of it by itself... so you get a picture of my dinner.  If you look close it is on top.  Enjoy!

(Sorry if it doesn't look super appetizing... I promise it really was!)

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Switch Up Your Strawberries

This may be something silly but the way you serve foods can really change the way they taste or mix well with other things.  For example lets talk about strawberries.

You can cut them up for a snack or you can smash them for a whole different experience!  I think when they are in a mashed up form they taste differently- even more so like a dessert.  You can do this with any fruit and I think it tastes great!  You can spread them over muffins easily, add to your Greek yogurt, sprinkle with xylitol for a dessert, throw in the freezer for a little while to make a frozen dessert too!  I made the chocolate with xylitol and put this on top which was so good... recipe to come soon! :)  You can even throw this in your water and if you are feeling up for it add a little cucumber in there too! 

Again this may be a silly post but try it- experiment and see if the texture change makes a difference than just eating plain ol' strawberries over and over.  Enjoy!

THIS THURDAY- Candida Cleanse Support at MTCAM!!

Join us at MTCAM for a great talk this Thursday with a special guest Delaca- from Delaca's Natural Life!

Candida Cleanse Support- 630pm (7/31) at MTCAM

Need some guidance and support before or during your Candida Cleanse from someone who has been where you are? Do you think that during the detox all you can eat is salads, berries and raw nuts? Let us help inspire you to create some meals you will truly enjoy.  Candida cleanse can be a frustrating and lonely time, but we want to show you how to make it fun and rewarding. You will get some meal ideas that will work for your whole family and some tricks for going out with friends. Come join us for an inspiring time together. Please RSVP to drcarolynmaxfield@gmail.com. 

Amazingly Healthy Alternative to Noodles- Perfect for Candida Clear

Starting on the 15th my husband and I have started doing Whole 30.  It is somewhat similar to Candida Clear except there are no sweeteners or sugar (like xyitol), no grains like quinoa or any dairy.  Meat, veggies, fruits, fats.  I just wanted to experiment with trying something different and we are really enjoying it and feeling good!  It is also helping me to be creative with food. 
We have been eating these 'noodles' a lot.  I will have some variations of toppings in other posts but first lets get our noodles! All you need to get at the store is... Broccoli Slaw!  You can get an organic one at Kroger's or Trader Joe's.  I am sure there are other places but that is where I got mine most recently. 

Throw it in a skillet and cook on medium heat with coconut oil.  I put around 3 tbs of coconut oil in the skillet and cooked for maybe 10 minutes at most- make sure to stir it around a couple times for even cooking.  All you have to look for is the veggies softening.

I will have toppings later but for now add some marinara (click here for one made without sugar)!  It is a little different than a spaghetti noodle, but if you are looking for a QUICK, easy, I think tasty, non-bloating after eating alternative... this is for you!  :)  Plus it is perfect for Candida Clear!

Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

 



Healthy Eating for Families- CHANGE OF DATE!

There has been a last minute change for the talk Healthy Eating for Families.  It will be moved to 5:30 on July 31st.  Immediately following will be a talk on Candida and Candida Cleanse Support!  We are sorry about the last minute change and thank you for understanding!  Have a great evening!

Does Your Coconut Oil Look Like This?

Fun Fact. Does your coconut oil look like mine- all melted? That's okay! At around 76 degrees coconut oil liquefies. It will go back and forth from liquid to solid which does NOT alter or make the coconut oil rancid. There is no concern in how many times it goes back and forth (especially when those big tubs last awhile). We always carry quarts and gallons of coconut oil at the office. Stop by if you need any!

Have a good day!