BPak’s Favorite Burgers from Chef Maxine

Note: Recipe as described by Chef Maxine from FitOrganics.com in the “Day in the Life” video recently posted by Ben. Ingredients: 1 lb raw ground beef or turkey 3 carrots 3 pieces celery 1/2 – 1 onion (depending on taste) salt and pepper to taste 1-2 Tb chili powder or other aromatics (curry powder, garlic […]

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BPak’s Favorite Beef or Turkey Hash from Chef Maxine

Note: Recipe as described by Chef Maxine from FitOrganics.com in the “A Day in the Life” video recently posted by Ben. Ingredients: 1 lb raw ground beef or turkey 3 carrots 3 pieces celery 1/2 – 1 onion (depending on taste) salt and pepper to taste 1-2 Tb chili powder or other aromatics (curry powder, […]

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Tomato & Zucchini Pie

Note: Add chopped, cooked ham or chicken to the zucchini mixture if you want to add extra protein Ingredients: 1 Tb butter 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced or sliced 4 small or 3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced 1-1/2 c gluten-free breadcrumbs 3 eggs (or 6 egg whites), whisked together 1/2 c parmesan cheese […]

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Bubble and Squeak Cakes

Note: The name “Bubble and Squeak” comes from the sound made when the air escapes the cakes as they are cooking. If you prefer, you can make one large “Bubble and Squeak” in a pie plate or casserole dish rather than individual cakes in a muffin tin, as shown here. Ingredients: 2 large potatoes, diced […]

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Curried Chicken & Apple Soup

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 Tb butter 1 Tb avocado or MCT oil 2 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into cubes 4 cups chicken stock 3 carrots, sliced 1 bell pepper, chopped 2 Granny Smith (tart green) apples, chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 Tb curry powder 1 tsp dried tarragon 1 tsp dried parsley 1 cup […]

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Cream of Chicken Soup

*Note: With the ratio of ingredients provided, this is more like a stew – heavy on the chicken.  If you’d prefer a “thinner” version, increase the chicken stock to 6 cups. 2-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 Tb butter 1 Tb avocado or MCT oil 2 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into cubes 4 cups chicken […]

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Mediterranean Chicken Stew

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 2 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into cubes 2 Tb avocado or MCT oil 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 bell pepper, chopped 2 zucchini, chopped 2 tomatoes, diced 4 cups chicken stock 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried dill salt and pepper to […]

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Hawaiian Burger Inspired Chicken Skewers

Servings: 2-4 (easily doubled!) Ingredients: 2 lb chicken breast or thigh 8 oz ham (or bacon) 1 bell pepper 1 onion (or 1 c pearl onions) 2 Tbs coconut, avocado, or MCT oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2-inch piece ginger, minced 1/4 c pineapple juice For Serving: Mixed Greens or Butter/Romaine Lettuce Fresh tomato, sliced […]

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Homemade Guacamole

Note: This can be made and served immediately, but the flavors are best after a few hours. Ingredients: 3 avocadoes 2 ripe tomatoes 1/2 onion 2 tsp lime juice 1-2 tsp hot sauce (adjust to desired spiciness) 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (about 1/4 cup) Directions: 1. Finely dice […]

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Homemade Salsa

Note: This can be made and served immediately, but the flavors are best after a day or two! Try serving over eggs with a half an avocado for a terrific breakfast! Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes 1/2 onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1 jalapeno (optional) 1 tsp lime juice 1/2 to 1 tsp hot sauce (adjust […]

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Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 Tb avocado or MCT oil 2 lb chicken breasts or thighs, sliced 1 onion, chipped 4 carrots, sliced 4 stalks celery, chopped 32 oz chicken stock 2 bay leaves 8 oz gluten-free pasta salt and pepper to taste Note: This recipe can be made either in a slow cooker or on […]

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Tom Kha Gai (Chicken Coconut Soup)

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 Tbs coconut oil 1 onion, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 6 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece ginger, minced 1 jalapeno, sliced (optional) 1 Tbs lemongrass, minced (or 1 stalk, chopped into 3-inch segments) 2 lb chicken breast or thigh, sliced thin 1 can coconut milk 1 Tbs fish sauce 2 […]

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