There’s something special about the crisp air and colder days that really brings out the Basic B in me. The minute the leaves start falling and I break out the winter coat I start hoarding hard winter squashes like it is going out of style. Partially because they’re so pretty to look at when you get a variety and use them as fall decorations, but primarily because if you store them well enough ( a wire crate in the garage near the back door is perfect) they will last you until the farmers markets resume in the spring provided you don’t eat them all before then! It sure seems like every year I buy a few more than the last just to make sure my supply doesn’t run out prematurely.

Appetizer, Main Dish, SidesErin ShearerNovember 22, 2022grain free, gluten free, Egg-free, Nightshade Free, AIP, PaleoComment

AIP Freezer Friendly “Buttermilk” Waffles

Remember waffles? The crispy fluffy vessels for butter and syrup…yeah me neither. Its been a hot minute since I had anything that resembled a real waffle. I got burned out on trying all of the best AIP waffles only to have them fall flat in all their soggy shame. Sometimes I try to tweak an existing recipe until it suits my taste, but didn’t feel like I’d gotten anywhere and kind of gave up. Well that is, until recently when I just happened to blend the right mix of flours while trying to achieve something else (which was a total flop btw) but the super crisp drip off the pan got me thinking, lets try to waffle this, and the rest is history. These waffles, like a true buttermilk waffle, are super crisp on the outside, even after they’ve sat on the counter for a few minutes. They freeze excellently and come back to life in the toaster. Real food eggo’s, thats something I can get behind.

AIP Roasted Garlic Mashed Sweet Potatoes

I took a poll over on instagram, the biggest recipe request my AIP folks have is Mashed Potatoes, and as an Idahoan I totally get it! When you go from russett potatoes to sweet potatoes (not to be confused with yams, you can read more about the difference in this great Serious Eats article)

Holiday, Side Dishes, SidesErin ShearerNovember 17, 2021AIP, autoimmune protocol, Elimination, paleo, banana, pumpkin, apple, bread, quick bread, yeast free, coconut, cassavaComment

AIP Quick Bread (banana, apple, pumpkin, etc)

I’ve started calling this “choose your own adventure” bread because the base recipe is so versatile you can literally sub in almost anything that has a loose solid texture (i.e. mashed banana, pumpkin puree, applesauce…I’m sure there are more)

Reverse Seared Steaks with Chimichurri Sauce

Sometimes life calls for a fancy meal, other times it calls for something simple, but done well. A nice thick and hearty reverse seared steak is the best of both worlds; it’s unbelievably simple, yet tastes so decadent because the flavors of the steak are allowed to be the star of the show.

Main Dish, Side Dishes, SidesErin ShearerMay 7, 2021Nampa, NFM, Nampa Farmers Market, AIP, paleoComment

Gluten Free Bagels

What’s better than toasty bread? I’ll wait…That’s right, not much! These bagels are a hybrid between a traditional NY style bagel you’d find in a Jewish delicatessen and one of those over simplified weight watchers bagels that rose to Pinterest fame years ago. Honestly the closest thing I’ve had to AIP bread I’ve ever had. I’ve tried the mix and found the bagels to be on the flat side, and very doughy…maybe I’m just bad at directions, I dunno. They kind of scratched the itch, but not all the way.

Sides, Side DishesErin ShearerMarch 17, 2021bread, Gluten Free, grain free, paleo, AIP, yogurt, buttermilkComment

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