Everyone needs a go-to gravy recipe!

I have made many meat dishes that came out too dry for one reason or another and a quick batch gravy saved it. Here is a quick an easy base you can make your own. :)

Good gravy, this is delicious!

There is something about the savory taste of gravy that just screams comfort food…

Not only that, gravy has the unique ability to turn the most blan or try meals into something delicious!

My favorite gravy is using juice straight from a fresh roast with just a little potato starch and salt…however, you might not always have that home-cooked luxury!

So, instead of reaching for gravy in a flavor packet or a jar of chemical goo, I stock up on Primal Kitchen Gravy!

So, it’s taco night but you gave up seed oils….now what?

Look no more! I’ve got the skinny on the best seed oil-free tortillas you can buy at the store or online.

Whether you like hard shells or soft and fluffy tortillas, there is something here for everyone.

Meatballs are an unsung hero when it comes to fast and easy meals. You’ll notice we have a couple of meatball recipes in this cookbook but each of them takes on its unique flavor and style so you never get bored.

This recipe is an Atkins favorite because nothing beats the taste of a good old-world American burger. (Even without the bun!) We hope these bite-sized glories remind you of your favorite cookout memories and the ones who were behind the grill making it happen.

This is one of those veggies I hated as a kid but love now, and sweet potatoes have become a staple in my house over the past few years.

From soups to sides, they always seem to hit the spot and are the perfect pair for red meat! A little bit of salt, pepper, and oil will do the trick every time, but I also love to add fresh sage for a hint of savory. Add your favorite seasonings and make it your own!

I have tried many bread recipes in search of the perfect seed-oil-free option I could make at home; this is the one I come back to over and over again! A little buttered bread is a classed pair for your favorite meat dish.

A lot of meat recipes require time and a lot of tender love and care...

This is NOT one of those!

This fast and easy recipe is great for anyone with a busy schedule. Use it for your next meal prep session or the next time you need something fast and want to skip the drive-through!

Also, if you are trying to add more meat to your life or you are working your way up to eating more animal protein during one meal, this is a great place to start!

Like most things, once you have a basic starting point, you can get creative and start to make it your own!

Stews are no exception. This recipe is a great base for whatever stew style you crave!

The meaty, wholesome and herby taste, is great for the winter or the next time you need a savory meal. Add your favorite spices, or enjoy as is!

Zucchini noodles, also known as "zoodles," are a healthy and delicious substitute for pasta! In addition to our Simple Fresh Pesto, this combo has the potential to replace your favorite go-to pasta dish.

Here's a simple recipe for making zucchini noodles!

I am more of a red-sauce person when it comes to dishes with Italian inspiration, but sometimes, the bright taste of fresh herbs and garlic in pesto just can’t be beaten! The best part is this little batch of simple, fresh pesto goes a long way!

This recipe was created one night when I realized the only things we had in the fridge were a few zucchini, chicken breast, and some pesto that was about to go bad. Lol!

With a little butter and salt and pepper, we had delicious pan-fried chicken with zucchini pesto noodles in minutes!

Then, my husband had the great idea to add a squeeze of the fresh lemon we had on the counter.

Just like that, “Lemon Pepper Pesto” was created! Not only is it fun to say, but it’s easy, tasty, and one of our favorite whole food weeknight dishes.

Beef and sweet potatoes are one of my favorite post-workout meals!

This flavorful combination typically shows up around our table as burger patties and sweet potatoes quickly roasted. Still, every once and a while, we like to scale up the fancy factor with this recipe.

Whether you ate them growing up with your favorite fast food breakfast or loaded with chili and onions at your favorite greasy spoon, hashbrowns are a loved southern favorite!

Plantains are a fruit that gets sweeter as they ripen, and the peel turns black like a banana. However, if you use them while they are still yellow, they have a starchy texture and can play the role of a potato in your favorite recipes!

Enjoy these next time you make breakfast or a fast launch!

Check out my ever-growing growing list of trusted seed-oil-free brands!

In 2019, I embarked on a journey towards unlocking optimal health. A key component of this journey was reassessing my cooking oil choices and eliminating processed seed oils from both my pantry and my plate!

In this guide, I’ll share my personal selection of cooking oils and fats, along with some insights on their best uses in the kitchen. :)

In this fascinating episode of "Cook with Real Food," Cassidyy interviews Zane Griggs, a renowned health and fitness expert with over two decades of experience. Let's unravel the mystery behind seed oils and understand why they might be more harmful than you think.  

If you've ever wondered why I don't eat seed oils, this conversation will give you great insight. Let’s first start with the question that’s likely on your mind.

What Are Seed Oils? …

f you know how to make a roast, you can pretty much eliminate any stress you have about how to make cheap cuts tasty, make time for meal prepping, being able to afford more meat, or just knowing what to make when you don’t want to get all your pots and pans dirty.

Once you have it down, you’ll see why slow-cooking meat has been a go-to technique for hundreds and hundreds of years!

Cooking the perfect steak starts with choosing the right cut, understanding the difference between bone-in and boneless steaks, and knowing the ideal cooking temperature for your preferred doneness. Use this simple guide to help you select and cook your steak to perfection, including pan-frying tips for any steak.

There is no such thing as too many eggs, in my opinion! There almost isn’t a day that we don’t enjoy fresh eggs, either fried, scrambled or boiled! There are more ways to prepare eggs, but these are my favorites!