Rice Crispy Treats

Try making these delicious gluten and dairy-free rice crispy treats for your next dessert option! Brown rice crisp cereal is a healthier alternative to traditional cereal because it is loaded with fiber and contains less sugar. Maple syrup is the preferred sweetener for this recipe as it contains plenty of amino acids and helps aid the immune system! Nut butters are full of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats which help to increase HDL or “good” cholesterol. Drizzle with dairy-free chocolate if desired and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 3 cups gluten-free brown rice crisp cereal

• ⅓ cup maple syrup

• ⅓ cup nut butter of choice 

• Dairy-free chocolate chips, optional

Instructions:

1) Line an 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.

2) In a small saucepan, add in nut butter and maple syrup and heat on the stove over low-medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture begins to bubble.

3) Pour the cereal into a large bowl. Add in the nut butter and maple syrup mixture and stir well until cereal is well coated.

4) Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Melt dairy-free chocolate chips and pour on top of rice crispy treats if desired. Chill in the freezer for up to one hour and enjoy!

Asian Beef Noodles

Try making this Asian beef noodle dish for your next lunch or dinner option! Beef serves as a great source of zinc, iron, and Vitamin B12. White onion is high in Vitamin C and aids in gut health. Garlic helps to regulate blood pressure and promotes bone health. Star anise is a popular Asian cuisine ingredient that is full of antioxidants. As a low-calorie food, serrano pepper is an excellent food for weight loss and a great source of Vitamin A! Water chestnuts are low in calories and full of fiber. Enjoy this dish with chopped green onion and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. boneless beef chuck roast

• 1 32 oz. container of gluten-free beef broth

• Half of one medium white onion, chopped

• ½ cup water

• 2 tbsp tamari

• 4 garlic cloves, diced

• 1 star anise

• 1 serrano chili pepper, seeded and diced

• 3 oz. gluten-free rice noodles

• 2 cups shredded napa cabbage

• 2 cups shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and diced

• 1 8 oz. can water chestnuts, drained and diced

• 1 tbsp water

• 1 tbsp gluten-free cornstarch

• Chopped green onion for topping, optional

Instructions:

1) Chop the beef into 1-inch pieces. In a Dutch oven, combine the beef, broth, onion, ½ cup of water, tamari, garlic, star anise, and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat. Let simmer with the lid on for 50 minutes.

2) In the meantime, prepare noodles as directed on the package.

3) Remove the star anise from the broth mixture and discard. Toss in the cabbage, mushrooms, and water chestnuts and stir well. Return to boiling and let simmer for about 5 minutes.

4) In a separate bowl, stir together the tablespoon of water and cornstarch. Add into to the broth mixture. Continue to cook and stir until mixture thickens and bubbles. Top with chopped green onion and enjoy!

Paleo French Toast

Try making this paleo french toast recipe for your next breakfast or brunch! This dish is simple to make and loaded with healthy ingredients to start off your morning. Cinnamon provides plenty of antioxidants and regulates blood sugar levels. Coconut aids in weight loss and helps promote bowel regularity. Vanilla offers antioxidants to help combat inflammation and coconut sugar provides a sweet and nutty flavor. Top with maple syrup or honey and your choice of fresh fruit. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of paleo-friendly bread

• 2 eggs

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ¾ cup unsweetened coconut or almond milk

• 1 tsp coconut oil

• 2 tbsp coconut sugar

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

• Maple syrup or honey for topping

• Fresh fruit for topping, optional

Instructions:

1) Add the coconut oil to a large skillet and begin heating on low heat.

2) In a medium sized bowl, combine the eggs, cinnamon, coconut milk, coconut sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk all ingredients together.

3) Soak each slice of bread in the egg mixture, making sure both sides are coated. Place each slice of bread on the heated skillet and cook on low-medium heat until each side is golden brown.

4) Serve with maple syrup or honey and your choice of fresh fruit. Enjoy!

Maple Glazed Pecans

Try making these maple glazed pecans for your next snack option! Pecans are an excellent source of fiber and help to control cholesterol levels. Ginger provides plenty of antioxidants and has strong anti-inflammatory properties. Lowering fevers, alleviating headaches, and fighting off infections are just a few of the many benefits this spice has to offer! Maple syrup is an excellent alternative for refined sugar and is a good source of zinc and manganese. Eat when you are on the go and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pecans

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp ground ginger

• 3 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions:

1) Line a baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.

2) In a small saucepan, heat the maple syrup over low-medium heat.

3) Once maple syrup is warm, toss in the pecans, sea salt, and ginger. Mix ingredients well to evenly coat the pecans. Continue to heat until the liquid is gone.

4) Transport the pecans onto the lined baking pan and refrigerate to cool. Enjoy!