What is Za’atar and is it Paleo?

Za'atar is a generic name for the Middle Eastern herbs: Oregano, Basil, Thyme and Savory, as well as the name for a condiment made from the dried herbs, mixed together with sesame seeds and dried sumac.  It's used in Arabic cuisine. And, YES, it's Paleo!     It saddens me when I hear accounts of […]

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Are MEATBALLS Paleo?

They certainly CAN be!  Although I must say I find it rather interesting that most readers tend to think that they need to be made with breadcrumbs, day old bread or rice, or some other sort of 'filler' starch! Interestingly, when I checked out Wikipedia, the definition was in keeping with what the readers thought: […]

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Technique: Patience & Thyme

  One of the lovely things about cooking foods Paleo is that we have literally hundreds (or more) herbs and spices to choose from when preparing all of our meals.  Picante chili powders paired with cilantro & lime for a latin flavor, oregano, lemon & olive oil for a Greek twist or basil with sundried […]

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