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The Best Way to Make and Use Spaghetti Squash Noodles

The Best Way to Make and Use Spaghetti Squash Noodles

Every struggle with soggy, mushy spaghetti squash noodles? Here are some of my tips and tricks that yield long, al dente strands ready for hearty noodle soups, pasta dishes, and stir fries at a moment’s notice.

Dinner, Lunch, Gluten-Free, Dairy-free, Chinese, AIP, Keto, Mains, Paleo, Sides, Whole30Candace ChanJanuary 20, 2021gluten-free, dairy-free, chinese, spaghetti squash, roasted spaghetti squash, ways to use spaghetti squash, paleo, low carb, gluten freeComment

A Home Cook’s Guide to Cleaning, Storing, and Freezing Produce

A Home Cook’s Guide to Cleaning, Storing, and Freezing Produce

Tips and tricks on what produce to buy and tips for preserving it for weeks at a time. #pandemicproducetipline

Instant Pot Rosemary White Beans (Zoe's Kitchen Copycat Recipe)

Instant Pot Rosemary White Beans (Zoe's Kitchen Copycat Recipe)

Deliciously comforting Zoe’s Kitchen copycat Braised White Bean Recipe infused with rosemary, garlic, and oregano all done in an Instant Pot!

Dinner, Lunch, Sides, Mains, VeganCandace ChanMarch 27, 2020gluten-free, dairy-freeComment

Paleo Cod Cakes with Remoulade (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

Paleo Cod Cakes with Remoulade (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

Bright, crispy, herby, and delightfully filling - paired with a homemade spicy remoulade sauce and a squeeze of lemon

Whole30, Paleo, Breakfast, Seafood, Mains, Lunch, Fish, DinnerCandace ChanMarch 5, 2020paleo, whole30, cod cakes, fish, remoulade, cod, gluten-free, dairy-free, healthy recipes, clean eating, lenten meals, lent recipes, fish recipes, fish fridaysComment

How to Cook Chinese Greens (Paleo, AIP, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free)

How to Cook Chinese Greens (Paleo, AIP, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free)

The BEST way to cook any kind of Chinese green vegetable that yields restaurant style results. Tender, fragrant, and vibrant greens using the blanch and sauté method.

AIP, Keto, Paleo, Whole30, Sides, VeganCandace ChanFebruary 27, 2020Easy, Recipes, Paleo, Whole 30, Winter, Fall, Greens, gluten-free, dairy-free, chinese vegetables, chinese greens, blanch, saute, choy sum, bok choy, water spinachComment

“Spaghetti” and Clams

“Spaghetti” and Clams

Juicy, garlicky, slurpable, bright and briny dish made in one pot. A simple yet impressive dish for a date night at home.

AIP, Dinner, Keto, Lunch, Mains, Paleo, Whole30Candace ChanFebruary 7, 2020Easy, Recipes, Paleo, Whole 30, Winter, Fall, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo spaghetti and clams, clams, zucchini, zoodles, pasta, valentines day dinner, valentines day, date night, date night at homeComment

Braised Eggplant with Pork and Basil

Braised Eggplant with Pork and Basil

A cozy, saucy, and comforting eggplant dish with punchy Thai flavors

Dinner, Lunch, Mains, Paleo, Whole30, SidesCandace ChanJanuary 24, 2020Easy, Recipes, Paleo, Whole 30, Winter, Fall, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, eggplant, pork, braised eggplant, basil, thai, chinese, lunar new year, chinese new yearComment

Mango Pomelo Sago Dessert

Mango Pomelo Sago Dessert

A special Hong Kong dessert that features mango, coconut milk, pomelo, and pearls of tapioca

AIP, Paleo, Whole30, DessertCandace ChanJanuary 21, 2020gluten-free, dairy-free, mango sago, mango, sago, pomelo, grapefruit, lunar new year, chinese new year, asian, asian desserts, tapioca, easy, recipes, healthy, authentic, mango pomelo sago, tapioca puddingComment

Chinese Steamed Fish with Ginger and Scallions

Chinese Steamed Fish with Ginger and Scallions

Silky steamed fish fillets with herbs doused in sizzling oil

AIP, Dinner, Keto, Lunch, Mains, Paleo, Whole30, FishCandace ChanJanuary 20, 2020cantonese, chinese, steamed, fish, coconut aminos, chinese new year, lunar new year, mahi mahi, cod, snapper, whole fish, ginger, scallion, sesame oil, steam, recipes, easy, authentic Comment

Roast Chicken in Coconut Milk

Roast Chicken in Coconut Milk

The most tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth roast chicken you’ll ever taste

AIP, Dinner, Keto, Lunch, Mains, Paleo, Whole30, ChickenCandace ChanJanuary 18, 2020Coconut, Whole 30, Coconut Milk, Winter, Fall, Greens, roast chicken, coconut milk, lemon peel, lemon, rosemary, oregano, coconut oil, chickenComment

Asian-Style Sweet Potato Nests

Asian-Style Sweet Potato Nests

Jammy yolks tucked into crispy sweet potato nests, topped with fresh herbs and asian seasonings

Lunch, Paleo, Whole30, Breakfast, MainsCandace ChanJanuary 18, 2020Coconut, Easy, Recipes, Paleo, Whole 30, Fall, gluten-free, dairy-free, sweet potato nests, sweet potato, eggs, simple, brunch, japanese, togarashi, sesame oilComment

Coconut-Turmeric Fish Stew

Coconut-Turmeric Fish Stew

A one-pot wonder filled with fresh fish and veggies that makes for an easy, healthy meal

AIP, Dinner, Keto, Lunch, Mains, Paleo, Whole30, FishCandace ChanJanuary 9, 2020Coconut, Turmeric, Fish Stew, Easy, Recipes, Paleo, Whole 30, Coconut Milk, Lime, Carrot, Winter, Fall, Celery, Greens, gluten-free, dairy-free Comment

Protein-Style Grass-Fed Burgers

Protein-Style Grass-Fed Burgers

Craveable, juicy, homemade burgers made your way

Whole30, Dinner, Keto, Lunch, Paleo, Mains, AIPCandace ChanJanuary 8, 2020dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, keto, soy-free, recipes, sugar-free, burgers, hamburger, chipotle, mayo, beefComment

Chicken with Sherry Mushroom Sauce

Chicken with Sherry Mushroom Sauce

Succulent, juicy chicken in a savory, mushroom-packed sauce

Paleo, Mains, Keto, Dinner, Lunch, AIP, ChickenCandace ChanJanuary 7, 2020chicken, recipes, easy, mushroom, sauce, sherryComment

Chicken Salad with Blueberries

Chicken Salad with Blueberries

Easy, customizable chicken salad recipe studded with juicy blueberries

AIP, Dinner, Keto, Lunch, Mains, Paleo, Whole30, ChickenCandace ChanJanuary 6, 2020chicken salad, easy, recipe, recipes, blueberry, DIY, lettuce wraps, paleo, keto, whole30, gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-freeComment