This is a delicious way to make a boneless turkey breast that is a little bit fancy, but quite simple really.
This recipe uses a low fodmap pesto – here and some aged cheese grated over the pesto before rolling it up. It is then skewered and rubbed with melted ghee, rosemary, salt and pepper before roasting. This is also exceptional the next day served chilled. You can slice it very thin after chilling, and it is delicious on salads!
1/2 cup of packed shredded aged cheese like Parmigiano Reggiano or an aged Romano
2 Tablespoons of crushed dried rosemary
2 Tablespoons of ghee
salt and pepper to taste
Skewers like kabob skewers
Directions:
Butterfly the boneless turkey breast so it lies in a flat rectangle. Leave the skin attached. Place the turkey on a cookie sheet, and pound it with a meat mallet until it is in a rectangle about 14 by 8 inches.
With the skin side down, spread the turkey with the pesto and shredded cheese. Starting at a short side, roll the turkey up into a tight roll. Take your kabob skewers and poke them through the turkey roast starting at the seam and all the way through to hold your spiral together.
Now, melt the ghee and stir in the rosemary, salt and pepper. Brush the melted ghee mixture all over the roast. Place the turkey roast in a roasting pan, skin side up, and roast at 350 degrees F. for 1 1/2 to 2 hours depending on the weight of the roast or until the internal temperature measures 365 degrees F. Remove the roulade from the oven and let set 15 minutes before carving into slices. Enjoy and happy eating!
The holidays are here, and it is easy to feel deprived when you are following a special diet when all the traditional treats are floating around.
These Macadamia Peanut Butter cups are SCD Legal, healthy and delicious. Those seeking healthier treats this holiday season will love these scrumptious, creamy cups with a balance of honey and a pinch of salt.
Each batch makes one dozen and can be easily doubled.
Easy Macadamia Peanut Butter Cups
Directions:
You will need two medium bowls that are microwave safe. Lay out a mini muffin tin with 12 paper liners.
Twelve whole raw Macadamia Nuts (I love Nuts.com for these. They are gluten free)
Sea Salt, two pinches
Directions: In the first bowl, add 1/4 cup of peanut butter, 2 tablespoons of coconut butter, 1 tablespoon of honey and a pinch of salt. Microwave just ten seconds at a time, stirring until it is smooth and fluid.
In the second bowl, add 1/4 cup of Tahini, 2 tablespoons of coconut butter, 1 tablespoon of honey and a pinch of salt. Microwave just ten seconds at a time again, stirring until it is smooth and fluid.
Using a teaspoon cookie scoop and just judging by eyeing it, divide the peanut butter mixture evenly between 12 mini muffin cup liners. Rap the pan on your countertop to flatten the surface. Then place in the freezer for ten minutes. After ten minutes the bottom layer should be firm. Scoop the Tahini mixture on top of the peanut butter base as you did before. Then, add one whole macadamia but to the top of each cup. Tap gently on the counter just to set the madacamia but in the top. Freeze for ten minutes, then they are ready to eat. Store them in an airtight container in the freezer until ready to serve.
Are you ready to bake Christmas cookies? These are Grain, Gluten, Egg and Dairy Free and SCD Legal.
Speculaas have been baked as far back as the 15th century in the Netherlands and Germany, but over the years their popularity has spread to many other countries. They are definitely associated with Christmas and were embossed with images of Saint Nicholas and were delicious cookie treats gifted to children.
This recipe for Speculaas is Grain, Dairy, Gluten and Egg Free to accommodate many, and they are SCD Legal. The cookie is absolutely delicious, and the warming spices make this a holiday cookie to be loved and made over and over. They are a perfect treat with a cup of tea! I can’t wait until cookie time to have these lately.
If you don’t have a Speculaas and Springerle roller, you can still make these cookies with an embossed cookie cutter, or just roll them out and cut them into pretty shapes like you would a sugar cookie. But these can be made the traditional way with a roller like I did. This is where I got my Speculaas Rolling Pin. There are also some really pretty ones here.
Here’s the recipe:
Speculaas
Ingredients:
1 1/2 Cups of Raw Cashews
1/2 Cup of Tahini
1/4 Cup of Runny Honey
1 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract
1/4 Teaspoon of Baking Soda
1/4 Teaspoon of Salt
and the following warm spices that make the traditional Speculaas flavor:
1/2 Teaspoon of Cinnamon
1/4 Teaspoon of Nutmeg
1/4 Teaspoon of Cloves
1/8 Teaspoon of Ginger
1/8 Teaspoon of Ground Anise
1/8 Teaspoon of Cardamom
Directions:
In a food processor, grind the cashews until finely ground. Add the spices, baking soda and salt and pulse until thoroughly combined. Now add the tahini, honey and vanilla extract and process until thoroughly blended stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Gather up your dough and pat it out on a piece of plastic wrap into a 4 x 6 rectangle. Wrap it tightly and refrigerate for one hour.
After one hour, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. and lay out a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
Take our your refrigerated cookie dough and place it between two sheets of parchment. With a regular rolling pin, roll the dough between the parchment out to a little less than 1/2 inch thick. Remove the top sheet of parchment, and straighten up your sides with your hands to make a rectangle. Now, take your Speculaas rolling pin and roll with medium pressure across the dough. I did this in two rows. You will get the feel for how much you need to press. This will spread your dough a little more as you roll and also emboss the cookie dough. It doesn’t need to be perfect. With a pizza cutter or a sharp knife, score the cookie dough also trimming the outer sides, but not moving the cookies.
Bake in your preheated oven for 14 minutes or until deeply golden brown, but not burned. I like to start checking after 12 minutes.
Take the baked cookies out of the oven and while still warm, run your pizza cutter or sharp knife down the scored lines again to separate the cookies. Let them cool completely on the cookie sheet. Store in an airtight container after cooled.
If you need some holiday shopping ideas and winter self care, here is a list of some of the things my family loves!
Also, giving the gift of clean beauty is always a wonderful way to show your love and appreciation for someone and switch to safer products. Do you have a lip wear preference? I like to wear something on my lips to protect them, give me a color pop, shimmer or shine and take good care of my lips. If you’ve ever had chapped lips, you know how uncomfortable that is. Beautycounter lip products are all GLUTEN-FREE, nut-free, soy-free & vegan AND are tested 3 times for safety from hormone disrupting chemicals and heavy metals. BC lips are my favorite of all time, not just safer – they’re so hydrating and not sticky! Here’s some more helpful info when choosing a lip product:
Clean Lip Products that are Gluten Free!
The Jellies shimmer and shine and fit right into your pocket. They are a cushy, non-sticky gloss. They come in duos of Sorbet & Peppermint, Orange Cream & Honey, or Raspberry & Cocoa.
Beyond Gloss delivers shimmer (if you pick a shimmer shade) and shine with sheer clean color. I LOVE that is has Responsibly sourced vanilla: ECOCERT-certified organic vanilla from Madagascar is responsible for this gloss’ signature sweet scent. Our supplier is committed not only to sourcing the highest quality of vanilla, but also to improving the quality of life for their community of farmers.
Sheer Genius Conditioning Lipstick is creamy and buildable with the conditioning benefits of a balm, so it gives you color with the benefits of a balm. Again with that Responsibly sourced vanilla that smells so darn good!
Color Intense Lipstick is a long wearing lipstick with a satin finish with natural peppermint oil. My current favorite is 9 to 5, but I can’t wait to try some other shades too. A definite Date night or Dress Up lipstick, or if you like a matte look.
Hello! I am Sam. I am a foodie, baker and a Health Coach who likes being in the kitchen making food. My recipes are all gluten free and there are recipes for different food intolerances as well. If you are looking to incorporate healthier eating habits and live a more balanced life, I hope to inspire you. I have had an obsession with baking since I was ten! I started this blog to share recipes I was making for myself after finding out I had gluten sensitivity and other food intolerances which I have mostly healed, but will always be sensitive to gluten. I went to school for Health Coaching as a second career at Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Nutrient dense food gives the body the best fuel and building blocks to be vibrant, healthy, prevent disease, and maintain great energy as well as heal. I am excited to share delicious food recipes, tips, baking and treats too!
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