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Leftover Thanksgiving Enchiladas (adapted from "The Holistic Pregnancy Cookbook"

Felling super thankful for all of the support we have received so far. It’s a leap of faith to put something like this out into the world and today we are more than halfway to our Kickstarter goal!
We wanted to share a recipe idea for your Thanksgiving leftovers - hello turkey and mashed potatoes! - adapted from The Holistic Pregnancy Cookbook as a THANK YOU.

Just FYI, you don’t have to be pregnant to enjoy these enchiladas — or any of the recipes in this book for that matter. If you’re the kind of person that likes to make simple, wholesome, delicious food this book is also for YOU!

Recipes, Tips From TorieTorie Borrelli HallNovember 23, 2023cookbook, pregnan, holistic, cooking, recipesComment

Introducing "eating for life"

We are so excited to share a project that we’ve been working on for the last two years: THE HOLISTIC PREGNANCY COOKBOOK. The manuscript is written,100 recipes are photographed, and now we are turning to our community to get this self-published book to print and into the world. Check out our Kickstarter for more! Muchas gracias! -Torie & Eric

Recipes, Tips From TorieTorie Borrelli HallNovember 11, 2023cookbook, pregnan, holistic, cooking, recipesComment

Lactation Cookies (GF)

WWHHYY? Why are most of the lactation cookies filled with inflammatory ingredients such as refined white flour and tons of sugar? I am beyond confused and concerned about this. Lactation cookies are meant to support a breastfeeding mama who needs all the nourishing nutrients so you can provide for her baby. See more below.

Recipes, KETO, SweetsTorie Borrelli HallDecember 9, 2021ketogenic, coconut, berries, fermentation, ice cream, low sugar, lactation cookies, breastfeddingComment

Creamy Mushroom Risotto

Cook Time: 30 min
Serves: 4

Risotto is a classic and if you use nutrient dense ingredients then it can be a healthy and satisfying meal. The key to risotto is continuous stirring which releases starch from the rice and creates creaminess. I love this recipe on a cool night.

Recipes, KETO, BreakfastTorie Borrelli HallNovember 12, 2021ketogenic, yogurt, coconut, berries, fermentation, probioticsComment

Roasted Carrots with Pomegranates and Mayo Maple Drizzle

This recipe is a great holiday side dish. I created this for Chosen Foods and it can be made in under 30 minutes.

Recipes, VeggiesTorie Borrelli HallNovember 12, 2021roasted carrots, holiday cookiing, chosen foods, recipes

Should you consider switching up your coffee game?

Did you know that coffee is one of the most liquids on the planet? I love coffee but it did not love me back and that is the case for most people. If you do not want to sacrifice your morning cup of jo, then read on!

This has been my everyday, saving grace staple! King is an organic coffee with 100% organic Ganoderma Spore powder. It tastes amazing and contains anti-inflammatory and mood-boosting properties. I consume 1-3 cups every single day, I bring it with me everywhere I go because I cannot miss a day!

High-Fat Butternut Squash Soup (adapted from The Mexican Keto Cookbook)

Prep Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Serves: 6 - 8

These soup recipes can be made seasonal, in the summertime with tomatoes, and they all have very similar methods and can be made in less than 30 minutes. Sometimes I will add some sautéed ground meat and a handful of greens to the blended soup if I’m feeling hungry. Remember, starchy veggies (like winter root veggies) have higher carbs and sugar, so you will want to use less of them and mix them with more fat. On the other hand, tomatoes and zucchini are watery. Remember you can always add more broth, water, or cream, but it is best to start with less liquid and add more as you go and as you taste; you can’t take it away once it has been added.

Recipes, KETO, Anti-Inflammatory, SOUPTorie Borrelli HallNovember 15, 2020ketogenic, superfoods, seasonal, avocado oil, butternut squash, holiday, chosen foodsComment

Churros con Chocolate (adapted from Sweet Laurel)

Makes 16 bars

I teamed up with the incredible ladies over at Sweet Laurel. They have an amazing grain-free, health-focused (anti-inflammatory) cookbook that you definitely need to add to your repertoire. If you are ever in Los Angeles you have to treat yourself to one of their goodies. I took this baked churro recipe and made it keto and adapted it a bit, but they are 100 percent responsible for the deliciousness. This recipe is going to be a winner for having people over for a cold night over the holidays.

Recipes, KETO, MexicanTorie Borrelli HallSeptember 30, 2020ketogenic, coconut, churro, chocolate, Sweet Laurel, keto, paleo, baking Comment

The SUPERFOOD you probably are not eating, ORGAN MEAT!

Looking back at my formative years, I think about the many memories (good and bad) that surrounded my family kitchen. Every night we’d come together to cook, eat and talk about our day. Sometimes we’d fight over who got the first taste of marinara, and other times, my dad would fry up some chicken liver and onions, and it would quite-literally clear the room.

Dad would wrangle us back and make us try it, “just once”, he would say. That small practice of giving new and unfamiliar things a chance helped to shape me into the cook and eater I am today. I attribute so many of my foodie obsessions to dad, from creamy pâté to briny raw oysters.

Vanilla Ice Cream (Keto and Dairy Free)

Prep Time: 30 minutes, plus 2 hours freezing time minimum

Dang it’s hot out, with all this heat all I want to do is eat ice cream! So, during COVID I have been working on my ice cream skills. The first 2 rounds I made ice cream scrambled eggs and I still ate it because I spent a ton of time prepping the fresh passionfruit in it. The good news is I recently nailed it with a little help from my favorite alternative bakers over at Sweet Laurel, if you love baking gluten and grain-free they are your girls. Their stuff is amazing and since I am far from a great baker, they help inspire me. This ice cream recipe is simple once you get down the basics. Compared to store-bought ice cream this is so much healthier for you, no fillers, additives, high sugar, artificial flavors etc. I use this ice cream maker and always just keep the insert in the freezer.

Recipes, KETO, SweetsTorie Borrelli HallSeptember 9, 2020ketogenic, yogurt, coconut, berries, fermentation, ice cream, low sugarComment

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