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October 10, 2018 By Dr Mélanie DesChâtelets, ND

Bone-In Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

 

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Bone-In Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Course lunch
Cuisine Under 30 Minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 T. extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 bone-in pork chops approximately 1/2” thick, room temperature
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 8 oz. white mushrooms washed and sliced
  • 2 T. yellow onion finely minced
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled and minced
  • ¾ c. chicken broth preferably organic
  • ¼ c. half and half room temperature
  • ¼ c. non-flavored full-fat Greek yogurt, room temperature
  • 3 T. fresh parsley stems removed and leaves finely chopped, divided
  • Optional: 1 t. ground arrowroot to thicken sauce

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-duty skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season pork chops on each side with salt and pepper to taste and add to the hot skillet. Brown pork chops on each side, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Remove pork chops from pan and set aside. Reduce heat to medium and add sliced mushrooms to pan. Cook until mushrooms release their juices, approximately 6-7 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add onion and garlic to pan and cook for 1-2 minutes more, stirring once or twice.
  4. Deglaze the pan by adding the chicken broth and scraping up the brown bits on the bottom. Add the pork chops back to the skillet and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for approximately 8-10 minutes or until chops are cooked through.
  5. Transfer chops to a serving plate and cover to keep warm. While the chops rest, stir in the half and half, Greek yogurt, and 2 tablespoons fresh parsley until blended into the pan sauce. Continue cooking until heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste, and remove from heat.
  6. To serve, spoon mushroom sauce over the pork chops and sprinkle with additional parsley. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Tip: If you prefer a thicker sauce, combine 1 teaspoon of arrowroot with some water and stir the slurry into the pan before returning the pork chops to the pan to finish cooking.

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October 10, 2018 By Dr Mélanie DesChâtelets, ND

Pineapple-Shrimp Stuffed Avocados

 

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Pineapple-Shrimp Stuffed Avocados

Course Salad
Cuisine Whole 30

Ingredients

  • 2 T. extra virgin olive oil
  • 8 oz. Jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 t. ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ c. fresh lemon juice divided
  • 2 large avocados
  • 1 c. fresh pineapple diced
  • 1 T. fresh pineapple juice
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 3 T. fresh cilantro stems removed and chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and add to the hot skillet. Add ground cumin and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  2. Cook shrimp for approximately 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove pan from heat and add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Stir to combine and transfer to a small bowl. Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill.
  3. Cut avocados in half lengthwise. Remove seed and score the flesh in evenly spaced rows lengthwise and crosswise to create equal-sized chunks. Scoop avocado out of shell and toss with remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to prevent browning. Reserve avocado shells and set aside.
  4. Add avocado, pineapple, pineapple juice, onion, and cilantro to a large non-reactive bowl and stir gently to combine.
  5. Remove chilled shrimp from the refrigerator and chop into equal-size chunks. Fold shrimp into avocado-pineapple mixture. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  6. Spoon shrimp mixture into reserved avocado shells and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutritional info (per serving)*

  1. Calories: 316

    Protein: 16g

    Carbohydrates: 18g

    Dietary Fiber: 8g

    Fat Total: 22 (saturated fat: 3.1g)

Recipe Notes

*Nutritional information is from HappyForks.com. It is provided for entertainment purposes only.

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October 10, 2018 By Dr Mélanie DesChâtelets, ND

Refreshing Mixed Berry Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

 

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Refreshing Mixed Berry Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

Course Salad
Cuisine Whole 30

Ingredients

  • ¼ c. rice wine vinegar
  • 1/3 c. fresh raspberries washed
  • 2 t. fresh lemon juice
  • ½ c. extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ t. sea salt
  • 1 head Romaine lettuce washed, stem removed, and chopped
  • 1/3 c. fresh mint chopped
  • 1 c. fresh strawberries washed, hulled, and sliced
  • 1 c. fresh blackberries washed
  • 1/3 c. sliced almonds toasted
  • Note: Chill salad plates prior to preparing this recipe.

Instructions

  1. Add vinegar, raspberries, lemon juice, and olive oil to a food processor and blend until smooth. Add salt and taste. Adjust other flavors to achieve the desired balance. Set aside.
  2. Add lettuce, mint, strawberries, blackberries, and toasted almonds to a large bowl and gently toss to combine.
  3. Drizzle with raspberry vinaigrette and serve immediately on chilled salad plates for a refreshing appetizer.

Nutritional information (per serving)*

  1. Calories: 123

    Protein: 3g

    Carbohydrates: 13g

    Dietary Fiber: 7g

    Fat: 7.6g (1g saturated)

Recipe Notes

*Nutritional information is from HappyForks.com. It is provided for entertainment purposes only.

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October 10, 2018 By Dr Mélanie DesChâtelets, ND

Tri-Color Roasted Rosemary Potatoes

 

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Tri-Color Roasted Rosemary Potatoes

Course Snack
Cuisine Whole 30

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. tri-color Fingerling potatoes washed and cut in half
  • 2 T. extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 T. fresh rosemary leaves minced
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 T. coconut oil
  • 2 large white onion cut into thin strips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°.
  2. Add potatoes to a large bowl, along with olive oil, rosemary leaves, and garlic. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Spread potatoes onto a large, rimmed baking sheet and arrange in a single layer without overcrowding. Place in the oven and roast for 15 minutes. Remove pan from oven and turn potatoes so they brown evenly. Return to oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork tender.
  4. While the potatoes are roasting, melt coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until they turn deep brown, approximately 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  5. Remove from potatoes from oven and transfer to a large serving bowl. Add onions and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutritional information (per serving)*

  1. Calories: 211

    Protein: 3g

    Carbohydrates: 28g

    Dietary Fiber: 4g

    Fat: 10.4g (4g saturated)

Recipe Notes

*Nutritional information is from HappyForks.com. It is provided for entertainment purposes only.

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October 10, 2018 By Dr Mélanie DesChâtelets, ND

Mustard Pork Loin with Thyme-Roasted Carrots

 

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Mustard Pork Loin with Thyme-Roasted Carrots

Course dinner
Cuisine Mustard Pork Loin
Calories 286 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. pounds pork loin
  • 2 T. Dijon mustard
  • 2 T. sugar-free whole grain mustard
  • 1 T. extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lb. tri-color baby carrots
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 T. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 T. coconut oil melted
  • 2 T. fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper. Place the pork loin in the center of the lined baking sheet and set aside.
  2. In a small glass or other non-reactive bowl, combine the Dijon and whole-grain mustard with the olive oil. Massage the pork loin with the mustard mixture, then sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Place the baby carrots in a large bowl and add the garlic, balsamic vinegar, coconut oil, and fresh thyme. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.
  4. Spread the carrots in a single layer around the seasoned pork tenderloin on the baking sheet and pour any remaining juices from the bowl on top.
  5. Cook for 20 minutes, then remove the baking sheet from the oven and flip the pork. Cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of at least 145° for medium-rare and the carrots are nicely caramelized.
  6. Remove from oven and let pork loin rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with roasted baby carrots. Enjoy!

Nutritional information (per serving)*

  1. Calories: 286

    Protein: 35g

    Carbohydrates: 9g

    Dietary Fiber: 3g

    Fat: 11.7g

Recipe Notes

*Nutritional information is from HappyForks.com. It is provided for entertainment purposes only.

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