Truth be told, most days I stay in my workout clothes all day with my hair in a topknot and no makeup on. But I do love a special occasion and getting dressed up from time to time. A few years ago, when I was deathly ill, 20 pounds underweight, and my hair was 75%… Read more »
Posts By: Danielle Walker
Guest Post: Fig Brownies
This is a recipe from the new book, Mediterranean Paleo Cooking, releasing Oct. 28 2014 by my friends Caitlin Weeks from the blog Grass Fed Girl, her chef husband Nabil, and Diane Sanfilippo, the author of the New York Times bestselling books Practical Paleo and The 21-Day Sugar Detox I just received my review copy of this… Read more »
Pumpkin Spice Latte
I have had so many requests for a Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe without any artificial ingredients or flavorings, so I decided to share my recipe with you that I have been using in my kitchen for a while now! With all of the buzz going around about the awful ingredients found in this seasonal favorite drink… Read more »
Wellness Family Summit
“For the first time in centuries, the current generation of children is expected to have a SHORTER life expectancy than their parents did. We are seeing record rates of obesity, cancer, heart disease, diabetes and autoimmune problems and things appear to only be getting worse. Our children’s future isn’t as bright as it could (and… Read more »
Troubleshooting: Real Deal Chocolate Chip Cookies 2.0
The recipe discussed in this post is from my new cookbook Meals Made Simple. The cookies are nut/grain/dairy free and free of coconut flour. To see the recipe for my original, famous Chocolate Chip Cookie which uses almond flour, click here. I feel like such the scientist this week! After the release of Meals Made Simple,… Read more »
Tour Update!
I’m currently writing you from the air on my way up to Vancouver to kick off the official Meals Made Simple Tour 2014! The reviews on Amazon and Barnes&Noble have made me so happy to read so far. It seems that Meals Made Simple is meaning everything to you that I had hoped it would,… Read more »
Homemade Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets
All kids like chicken nuggets right? But good, homemade gluten free chicken nuggets with a nice crunch that are also grain-free can be hard to come by! Many of you are familiar with my Paleo Chicken Tenders, which use unsweetened coconut as the breading, and are accompanied by a honey mustard dipping sauce. I created those… Read more »
Homemade Ghee
Ghee is my preferred fat to cook with, and you have probably seen that I use it throughout my new book Meals Made Simple. Ghee is made from clarified butter, which means that the milk solids have been almost entirely removed, leaving only the healthy butterfat behind. Very pure ghee is 99% pure butter oil but… Read more »
Meals Made Simple Giveaways!
Thank you to everyone for entering the Costco giveaway last week! I’m hearing that Meals Made Simple is already popping up on their shelves and some lucky fans are snagging their copies almost a week early! If you didn’t win – there’s more giveaways coming your way below! Meals Made Simple is also carried… Read more »
Tuna Salad with Apples and Pumpkin Seeds
I posted this tuna salad a few months back on my Instagram when I was in editing for Meals Made Simple. While I underestimated the excitement it would receive, everyone kept asking for the tuna salad with apples and pumpkin seeds so I threw it into the book last minute! I wanted to share the recipe… Read more »
Meals Made Simple in Costco!
We received confirmation that Meals Made Simple will hit all US Costco stores upon release on September 2nd (Canadian Costco stores will have it mid September)! This is so exciting because you can get it for a great price – usually around $19 depending on the store location! They will also have some copies… Read more »
Pizza Frittata
I had some leftover Applegate pepperoni the other day and was looking for something a bit different to do for breakfast so I came up with this Pizza Frittata recipe! I grow so tired of the standard eggs and bacon. I love a good baked egg dish, especially my Shirred Eggs with Ham, or really… Read more »
Guest Post: Fudgy Chocolate Tarts
There are times in life when we have the opportunity to walk alongside and support someone in a time of need. It could mean making a meal for a co-worker, providing a listening ear, or – in the blogging community – writing a guest post so your friend can take some time off. I’m happy… Read more »
Cilantro Lime Grilled Sweet Potatoes and Peppers
You’re going to love this easy side dish for grilled cilantro lime sweet potatoes and peppers. They’re tossed in lime juice and olive oil before being grilled and the light smokiness from the grill and poblano peppers balances the acidity nicely. The sprinkling of goat cheese at the end is optional, but it finishes the dish… Read more »
Grilled Flank Steak with Cilantro Balsamic Marinade
This grilled flank steak is full of flavor from the bold marinade of balsamic vinegar, shallots, and cilantro. The long marinating time not only allows the meat to soak up the flavors but also helps to make it more tender. We serve this Grilled Flank Steak with Cilantro Balsamic Marinade with grilled sweet potatoes and poblano… Read more »