Welcome to my crazy world of real food cooking ...

Eat Food. Not too much. Mostly Plants. -- Michael Pollan

I wish I could take credit for that because I think it sums up how we should eat. Simply -- eat stuff that really is food, instead of stuff that is food like substance. The supermarket is almost entirely food-like-substances, and, my friends, you should probably never ever eat them.

Fortunately, there is a world of deliciousness out there, and it can all be had in a way that not only doesn't harm your health, but in a way that benefits you hugely.

I think it's important to eat stuff that satisfies you, that keeps your blood sugar stable, and that gives you stuff your body really needs to run optimally.

But baby, it's gotta taste good.

I really like getting experimental in the kitchen. I love cooking, I love layering flavours, and I love coming up with really super yummy food. I have very strong opinions about what constitutes food, and there are a lot of things I won't touch in the kitchen. Bottom line? Pretty much everything I make is ridiculously good for you even if it tastes decadent. Although there are occasional big fat cheats ... but even those stick to real food, my friends.

For food that is usual gluten free, usually free of cane sugar, usually super low on the glycemic index, full of protein, fiber, flavour, and excellent energy, join me and Alice down the rabbit hole.

Every recipe on this blog is my own original effort and idea, so please pass 'em on, giving credit where credit is due.

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:)

Monday, 26 December 2011

Savoury Corn Muffins -- gluten free etc etc etc




I have a fondness for the savoury side of life. A lapse in concentration made these little muffins quite heavy on the chipotle. I am fond of chipotle, so that suited me just fine. Hey, I bet they would have been good with some mesquite ... I think next time I make them I will add 2 more eggs, to make them lighter and fluffier. However, I like them very much. They were a perfect addition to our breakfast feast.

ingredients:

1/4 cup extra virgin coconut oil
1 1/2 cup water
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tsp sea salt
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp chipotle
1 tsp cumin
1 tbsp marjoram
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 tbsp dried oregano

1/4 cup chia seeds
1/4 cup flax meal
1/2 cup organic cornmeal

2 organic eggs

1 cup almond meal
1/2 tsp baking soda

3/4 cup corn kernels (go organic)


directions:

preheat the oven to 345

1. combine the coconut oil, spices, vinegar, flax meal, chia seeds, corn meal, and boiling water
2. let it sit for 10 minutes
3. add the organic eggs, the baking soda, and the almond meal
4. add the corn kernels
5. scoop the batter into prepared muffin cups
6. bake for 30 minutes at 345
7. while you are waiting for them to be done, have a dance party with your three year old. You will be better for it.

Store in an airtight container when fully cool.

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