In the early 1900s a Russian scientist, Eli Metchnikoff, noticed that a population of farmers in Bulgaria were extremely long lived. Many of them were from 100 to 120 years old. His research led him to believe that their secret to longevity was the consumption of a lot of yogurt. He further conclud[...]
Archive for March, 2011
March 29th, 2011 - 11:28 am § in Uncategorized
Why Feed Livestock Antibiotics?
About 50 years ago many farmers started adding huge amounts of antibiotics to chicken, pig and cow food. For about 8,000 years prior to that they managed to get along just fine without these drugs. So what’s changed? Are the animals all sick? If not, why feed antibiotics to healthy anima[...]
March 21st, 2011 - 4:12 pm § in Uncategorized
Paleo Chicken Almond Casserole
These days it seems like the only time you get real caveman camaraderie is when a group of guys go deer hunting together. We used to have an old army mess tent set up in the back woods in Northern Michigan. The area was cold, remote, lacking electricity, heat, water and toilet facilities. In short[...]
March 19th, 2011 - 11:59 am § in Uncategorized
Paleo Turtle Soup Recipe
Have you ever been hungry for something but just couldn’t decide what it is you want? It’s probably happenned to all of us at one time or another. Well, this could just be the answer. I found an old turtle soup recipe that should hit the spot. Not only is it satisfying, but it will pr[...]
March 17th, 2011 - 10:06 am § in Uncategorized
A Real Paleo Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe
If you are trying to make a Paleo corned beef dish and you buy your corned beef, you are already in trouble. Every commercial corned beef I’ve seen contains potassium nitrate, more commonly known as saltpeter. When I was in the Army it was thought that they put saltpeter in our eggs to reduce [...]
March 16th, 2011 - 11:45 am § in Uncategorized
St. Patrick’s Day Paleo Green Alligator Meatloaf recipe
I apologize for the poor picture of the alligator. I took this pic this morning with my cell phone camera and, not being from Florida, I’m not sure how close you are supposed to get to them out there in the swamp. Anyway, if you are tired of serving your guests the same old corned [...][...]
March 15th, 2011 - 12:04 pm § in Uncategorized
Paleo Butternut Fish Soup
I fed this dish to my son when he was about 5 years old. He dove into the soup and all I could see was the top of his head and his elbows. When he came up for air I asked him: “How do you like the soup?” “WOW Dad! It makes me feel like [...][...]
March 14th, 2011 - 10:18 am § in Uncategorized
Caveman Glasses and the Cave Girl’s Future
Ever wonder what cavemen did when their eyes began to fail them? Obviously being a good hunter, or even gatherer for that matter, required good eyesight. Using only stone age tools, is it actually possible to make a pair of eye glasses? It’s not only possible, it’s incredibly easy. All [...]
March 13th, 2011 - 12:26 pm § in Uncategorized
Paleo Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Lavender Marinade
The presentation is spectacular, the aroma will attract a crowd and the flavor….well…the last time I made this I ate myself into a coma! Here is what you will need: 1 leg of lamb 1 glass or ceramic container large enough to accommodate the lamb and marinade Charcoal BBQ grill with a cove[...]
March 12th, 2011 - 10:52 am § in Uncategorized
Paleo Marinated Rainbow Trout with Salsa
Turn up the heat and excitement in your next fish dinner! The flavors in this dish will party in your mouth! Here’s what you need for the fish part: 2 large rainbow trout fillets 2 tsp course ground black pepper 1/2 cup fresh, finely chopped dill 4 garlic cloves 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 tsp extr[...]