The Blog

an archive containing hundreds of articles, recipes and other resources for implementing AIP and living well with autoimmune disease

The Blog

an archive containing hundreds of articles, recipes and other resources for implementing AIP and living well with autoimmune disease

Turnip-Dill Puree with Crisp Bacon and Chives

Turnips are sort of one of those vegetables . . . the kind that most folks don’t eat often, but even so vaguely deem “yucky.”  Poor turnips!  Turnips are part of the Brassica family of veggies, which makes them sulfur-rich.  If you follow Dr. Terry Wahls, you know she advocates eating plenty of sulfur-rich vegetables, because it is good for our mitochondria (energy producers of ...

Breakfast on the Autoimmune Protocol

  Because some of the most traditional American breakfast foods are out during the elimination diet, a lot of people struggle with what to eat for their morning meals. Bread, cereal, oatmeal, and even eggs are all out for the time being (and lets face it, for most of us, gluten is out forever). What is worse, is that a lot of us have become ...

AIP / Provençal Herb Stuffed Whole Fish – French Paleo Recipe

The recipe I am sharing with you today is inspired by the flavors of Provence.  This southern region of France is well known for its fragrant fields of lavender, where people enjoy life at a slower pace.  I have memories of summer holidays spent in Provence with my parents, visiting small towns nestled in the hills covered with flowers.  I have had the chance to ...

The Argument For Nutrient Density

  While it may seem that the Autoimmune Protocol is merely an elimination diet, there is more to it than simply avoiding certain foods. In fact, I believe that ignoring the nutrient-density piece is one of the largest obstacles to success when people adopt AIP. While there is a lot of focus on eliminating grains, beans, dairy, nuts, seeds, and nightshades out of the diet, ...

Acorn Squash Soup with Dandelion Pesto

Lately I’ve been trying to increase the variety of vegetables I eat on a regular basis, especially those that are wild plants and not cultivated. Dandelion greens fit this bill perfectly, and although I was initially put off by their bitterness, I’ve grown to enjoy using them in my cooking week to week. Making them into a pesto is a great way to concentrate the flavor ...

Classic Apple Pie

  It took me a while to come up with a good apple pie recipe, because boy, am I picky! I like a thick, flaky crust paired with perfectly seasoned but not mushy filling. Was that possible with AIP ingredients? Turns out, with a couple of extra steps, it is totally possible to make a pie that satisfies those requirements, and one that is allergen-free to boot! ...

Slow-Roasted Prime Rib

  This recipe is as no-fuss as it gets—but don’t be fooled, it will be one of the most succulent, tasty dishes you will ever try! Slow-roasting ensures that every cut of meat is cooked to the desired doneness, and you don’t sacrifice the crispy outside due to this handy browning after roasting technique. Browning the meat after roasting makes the timing much more flexible, as ...

Maple-Cranberry Brussels Sprouts

Looking for a simple, seasonal way to include some healthy greens as well as incorporate those delicious fresh cranberries that are popping up in stores around the country? This time of year, I buy a big container of fresh cranberries weekly and use them in everything–braised meat dishes, salad toppings, and added to stir-frys like this one. Besides being a good source of antioxidants, they add ...