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Sanibel Island and Coconut Shrimp

I found out that Sanibel Island and Coconut Shrimp go hand in hand. You can’t have one without the other. The Butcher and I just got back from Sanibel Island. I would highly recommend this destination. It is easy to get there–direct flight to Southwest Florida Airport on Frontier Airlines. The shells are amazing–unlike anything I had ever seen before. Wherever we went out to eat, the specialty was always Coconut Shrimp. I couldn’t resist. I love coconut and I…

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Coconut Shrimp

I don’t know what comes to your mind when you hear the phrase, “coconut shrimp”. I think of Mexico and our quest to find the best coconut shrimp! Believe me we try. We eat coconut shrimp until we are a little sick of it. I was a little nervous about making coconut shrimp. Would it live up to my expectations? Let’s just say I wasn’t disappointed at all. I will definitely be making this again. Coconut Shrimp 2 Pounds of…

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No Bake Coconut Cookies

I hope everyone is doing well as we are transitioning into Spring. With the coming of warmer weather the thoughts of swimsuits have been dancing in my head. I had been so good when I was eating Paleo. I got to my ideal weight. I thought I was invincible. I thought I could eat anything and not gain weight. I found out that was not true. I have put on an extra 7 pounds. I know that is not the…

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Paleo Carrot Cake

This will perk up your winter blues.  A delicious and healthy carrot cake. Carrot Cake 2 cups of shredded carrots 1 cup Maple Syrup 1 cup raisins 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts 1 cup of coconut flour 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 1 Tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon 1 cup of unsweetened coconut 10 eggs 1 Tablespoon Pure Vanilla 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts for garnish Mix together, carrots, Maple Syrup, and…

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