Category Archives: Dietary Restrictions

Pasta alla Norma

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

This is a recipe I fell in love with during my semester in Italy a million years ago. Our Regional Cooking Instructor was a master. I tasted everything we made, relished everything he brought us, and went every place he … Continue reading →

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Chocolate-Hazelnut-Espresso Ice Cream

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

And another ice cream treat…We now have a freezer full of ice cream. Ice cream party anyone? Chocolate-Hazelnut-Espresso Ice Cream 1 can coconut milk (1 1/2 cups) 1/2 cup boiling water 1/3 cup strong brewed (decaf) espresso 1 scant cup … Continue reading →

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Nectarine, Brown sugar, and Toasted Almond Ice Cream

Posted on July 7, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

The past couple of months have been insane. I mean the kind of overwhelming that makes you take a deep breath, look down to make sure your feet are still on the ground, and double-check that you’re even still yourself … Continue reading →

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Grandpa’s Coffee Cake

Posted on June 27, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

My grandfather was the one that always answered the phone. There was a routine to our 3-minute conversations. He called me “Reeebecca”. He smiled through the phone and you could picture him in his beige cardigan, standing in the dark … Continue reading →

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Tortilla de Acelga

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

Miramar is a small seaside town just outside of Mar Del Plata, Argentina. It’s where Argentines go for the summer to relax, unwind, avoid the the city’s oppressive heat, and to be with family. I went in February for about … Continue reading →

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Never Thought I’d See the Day… Vegan and GF Mac n’ Cheese

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

Seriously though. I never thought I’d be eating gluten free and vegan macaroni and cheese. Isn’t that just straight up gluten and dairy? Mac’n’Cheese is a comfort food though and sometimes you need a little comfort. It’s what we ate … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Bread…Another Way

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

I love all things pumpkin. I miss my mother’s pumpkin bread so much. There’s no replacing it. I tried with this version awhile back. I love it, but I’ve been working and working towards getting a texture that reflects more … Continue reading →

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Chewy Chewy Chocolate Ginger Cookies (Paleo)

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

How I love chewy cookies. These are a really simple, no mess, high-protein and no sugar treat. This recipe is adapted from Hallie Klecker‘s Chocolate Ginger Cookies posted on The Balanced Platter. I’m again trying to cut out sugar but … Continue reading →

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Blood Orange and Cardamom Simple Syrup

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

There are two ways you can make this delicious concoction and so many uses for it. You can make the orange cake with blood oranges and save the cooking liquid, or you can skip the cake and go straight for … Continue reading →

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Tamarind Rubbed Chicken Thighs (with sweet potatoes and onion)

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Salts Kitchen

I can eat roast chicken pretty much everyday. I love the crisped skin and how easy you can mix up an entire meal with a variety of herbs, spices, and sides: salt and pepper, lemon and rosemary, cumin and coriander. … Continue reading →

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