SUMMER

In our house, summer means BBQ'S, camping trips and lots and lots of company ! 

We love to entertain, but nobody likes to miss their own party doing all the work. the recipes in this section are easy to make ahead ( or just easy to make !) and delicious to eat. So get out there, cause summer is short ! 

CAMPFIRE POTATOES  or FAUX-TATOES 

Potatoes are one of the easiest things to cook on a camping trip.

 Whether over the coals or on the BBQ, these are our faves.

Take as many new potatoes, washed ( and peeled if desired ) as you need for your campers.                 ( For faux-tatoes, use cauliflower florettes instead for a lower carb dinner.)

Usually 1 large or 2-3 small per camper plus a couple extra for larger appetites. slice or cut in chunks and spread on a double layer of heavy duty tin foil coated in olive oil.

 Add your favorite herbs and GF spices. 

We like fresh herbs, such as parsley, lovage and onions, with a little garlic for kick. 

salt and pepper if you wish and then throw  a bit of butter or more oil on the top. 

Cover in another double layer of foil . seal edges securely and roast over low heat until tender, flipping a couple times so it doesn't burn. 

Easy and the best part ? no dishes to wash ! 

You can even add other veggies if you want . We add , turnip or zukes and celery too.

Who says camp food always has to be hot dogs  ?

FROZEN TREATS

Kids ( and kids at heart ) love a cold treat on a hot day, but store bought Popsicles are not only full of food coloring & other additives that may not be gluten free.

While you can easily and inexpensively freeze any combination of juice in  Popsicle molds 

sometimes it's nice to get a little more creative.

Some suggestions....

Smoothie pops

in a blender , puree

a handful of blueberries, raspberries or other low carb fruit

1 cup plain sour cream

1/4 cup water
a few drops liquid stevia, to taste

pour in mold and freeze

Dairy free Tropic pops

combine in blender 1 can of full fat coconut milk

1/2 cup of water
2 tsp lime juice
liquid stevia to taste

pour in mold and  freeze

Low Carb Tea Pops

2 cups caffeine free tea of your choice - I like cranberry or other fruity flavors for this

a few drops liquid stevia  to taste