<![CDATA[My Site - Blog]]>Tue, 21 Apr 2020 23:38:54 +1000Weebly<![CDATA[It's all about BALANCE]]>Wed, 21 Feb 2018 09:29:21 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/its-all-about-balanceOur work-Life balance is an important part of our health and well-being. We need to prioritise and take time out for ourselves. Watch the clip to find some tips that might help you.
]]><![CDATA[An update from Inspired Food for Life]]>Mon, 12 Feb 2018 09:00:03 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/an-update-from-inspired-food-for-lifeAn update on Inspired Food for Life. Having been offline for the past 3 months I thought it was time to touch base and let you know what’s been happening.

Moving interstate, starting a new job, and all the other changes have been massive for me. I have had to take a little step back whilst settling back into life and routine.

Stay tuned for lifestyle tips and much more.
]]><![CDATA[Paleo Mongolian Beef with Asian Slaw]]>Fri, 01 Sep 2017 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/paleo-mongolian-beef-with-asian-slaw
Its great to experiement with different flavours. This Mongolian Beef with Asian Slaw is pretty damn good. It is full of flavour with a nice kick to it. Great for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients
1 tbsp Coconut Oil
500g Beef mince
2-3 Garlic Cloves (minced)
2 tbsp Ginger (grated)
1 tsp Chilli (optional)
1 small Sweet Potato (diced)
1 Zucchini (diced)
2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
2 tbsp Coconut Aminos
1 tbsp Maple or Honey (Optional)
1 cup Beef Stock
3 to 4 cups finely shredded Cabbage
½ cup fresh Basil Leaves
1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tbsp Olive Oil

Directions
1. Heat 1 tbsp Coconut Oil, and Brown Beef Mince in large fry pan
2. Add Garlic, Ginger, and Chilli and stir through Beef. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
3. Add Sweet Potato, Zucchini, Red Wine Vinegar, Coconut Aminos, Maple Syrup and Beef stock. Simmer till liquid has reduced and Sweet Potato is cooked. This should take about 20 to 30 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, prepare Asian Slaw. Mix Cabbage, Basil, Apple Cider Vinegar, ½ tbsp Olive Oil in bowl, and season with Salt & Pepper. Set aside.
5. Serve

]]><![CDATA[Paleo Beef Stroganoff]]>Fri, 18 Aug 2017 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/paleo-beef-strogonoff
Converted an old favourite to Paleo. Have missed some of my old meals and always like to try new recipes. This recipe is filled with some amazing flavour and taste great with out the indulgent ingredients.

INGREDIENTS
400g beef cut into strips
2 tbsp Coconut Flour
50g Butter (preferably organic)
2-3 Onion, thinly sliced
1 Garlic Clove, Crushed
250g Mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
250ml Beef Stock
1 ½ tbsp Tomato Paste
¾ cup Coconut Cream
1 tbsp Parsley, chopped

METHOD
1.       Dust Beef in Coconut four
2.       Melt half of the butter and brown the meat in small batches. Set beef aside
3.       Melt remaining butter, cook onion and garlic over medium heat for 2-3 minutes
4.       Add mushroom and cook for a further 2-3 minutes
5.       Pour in vinegar and simmer till almost evaporated.
6.       Stir in beef stock, tomato paste, coconut milk, and parsley. Return beef to pan. Bring to boil and simmer until sauce            thickens
7.       Season with salt and pepper. Serve with steamed veggies, quinoa, or cauliflower rice or mash.

]]><![CDATA[Paleo Chilli Con Carne]]>Sun, 13 Aug 2017 14:00:00 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/paleo-chilli-con-carne
Chilli Con Carne is full of flavour and a great recipe to have on hand. This is a regular in my household. Once you have everything on ready it is quite simple to put together. This recipe is packed full of goodness with lots of veggies. I am sure the whole family will enjoy it. You can also tame it down for the kids with less chilli.

Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil or Olive Oil
- 1kg Beef Mince
- 2 Onions (diced)
- 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp dried Chilli flakes (optional)
- 400-500g fresh Tomatoes (diced)
- 1/2 cup Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Paleo Chutney
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauces
- 1 cup Beef Stock
- 5 tsp ground Cumin
- 3 tsp dried Oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 Carrots (diced)
- 1 capsicum (diced)


Method
1. Heat oil in saucepan and cook mince till lightly browned. Add onions, garlic, and chilli to saucepan and cook for a further 2 minutes.
2. Add all other ingredients, and stir.
3. Bring to boil, and reduce heat to simmer for 45 minutes with lid on.
4. Remove lid, and simmer for a further 10 to 15 minutes to reduce mixture. 
5. Prepare sides whilst Chilli Con Carne is reducing. This might include Cauliflower Mash, Cauliflower Rice, steamed Vegetables, Guacamole, fresh Mexican style salad, or Sweet Potato Mash. 
6. Enjoy

]]><![CDATA[How to set Goals]]>Mon, 17 Apr 2017 09:46:17 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/how-to-set-goals​Have you got a goal that you want to achieve but it seems so out of your reach? You keep thinking about it but don't seem to be getting closer. Whether is going Paleo, running a marathon, lifting heavier, or making sales, here are some tips for identifying your goal and making it happen.

When we set goal we need to identify a big goal with purpose, focus on our goal and build the belief around it, set smaller goals that help us to work towards our big goal, and remind ourselves daily of what we are pursuing and why.
]]><![CDATA[Paleo Beef Mince Ragu]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 10:11:55 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/paleo-beef-mince-raguA handful of recipes that are great for “meal prep” will serve you well. Cooking in advance for your week ahead is a great way to stay organised and make sure your eating the right foods. This recipe has an awesome flavour, can be made in bulk, and freezes well.
This is definitely one of my Sunday afternoon cook up recipes.
​INGREDIENTS
  • 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 2 Onions (diced)
  • 2 Celery sticks (diced)
  • 2 Carrots (diced)
  • 1 kg Beef Mince
  • 4-5 Garlic Cloves (minced)
  • ½ cup Tomato Paste
  • 2 tsp. dried Thyme
  • 1 tsp. dried Sage
  • 1 tbsp dried Rosemary
  • 120 ml Red Wine (optional)
  • 500 ml Beef Stock
  • Salt and Pepper
Method
  1. Heat Coconut in large saucepan
  2. Add Onion, Celery, and Carrot and fry for 10 minutes. Stirring occasionally
  3. Add the Beef Mince and Garlic, and cook for 5 minutes or until browned. Ensure the Mince is stirred whilst cooking.
  4. Add the Tomato Paste, Thyme, Sage, Rosemary, Beef Stock, Red wine (optional), Salt and Pepper. Stir through.
  5. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to simmer for approximately 1 hour.
  6. Remove lid and simmer for a further 10 to 15 minutes.
  7. Serve with steamed vegetables, sweet potato, or pumpkin mash.
]]><![CDATA[Spiced Cashew and Sesame Energy Balls    ]]>Thu, 23 Mar 2017 08:51:11 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/spiced-cashew-and-sesame-energy-ballsI love experimenting with different flavour combinations. This is something I created a little while ago. They taste amazing and make for a great afternoon treat. This is an awesome recipe for something a bit different. Spiced with Cloves and Cinnamon, makes for a delicious snack for anyone for any time of the day. Your family and friends will be coming back for more.
Ingredients
2 Cups Dried Dates
1 Cup Sesame Seeds
1 Cup Cashews
2 Cups Desiccated Coconut
2 Tbsp Coconut Oil
2 Tbsp Molasses
2 Tsp. Maple Syrup
½ tsp. ground Cloves
1 tsp. ground Cinnamon
Pinch of Salt
​Method
1. Soak dates in boiling water for approximately 5 minutes.
2. Place all other ingredients in large bowl
3. Drain dates, and place in food processor. Pulse a few times to break up dates.
4. Add other ingredients to food processor and process for approximately 2 minutes. Ensure that sides are scraped down during processing for even consistency.
5. Spoon out mixture for desired size, and roll into a ball.
6. Enjoy!!
]]><![CDATA[The best Beef Mince for leftovers]]>Sat, 18 Mar 2017 00:59:55 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/the-best-beef-mince-for-leftovers
Beef mince is versatile and a great meal that can be made in bulk for leftovers. It’s all about the flavour. It freezes well, and can be divided into batches to allow you to pull it out at any time. Beef mince can be served with vegetables, salad, cauliflower rice or anything else that takes your fancy. This is one of the best recipes to store with your regular recipes.
Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 1 large Onion – diced
  • 2 Chilli (optional) – diced
  • 4-5 Garlic cloves
  • 1 kg Beef Mince
  • 400g Diced Tomato Can
  • ½ cup Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Beef Stock
  • 2 Cups vegetables – diced
  • Large handful of chopped fresh Herbs – Rosemary, Basil, oregano, or parsley
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 1 tsp. Cumin
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Aminos
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
Method
  1. Heat Coconut Oil in large frypan on medium heat. Add Onion & Chilli, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add Garlic and sauté for 1 minute
  3. Add beef mince and cook until browned. Stir regularly during this process.
  4. Add all other ingredients. Bring to boil. Then reduce heat to low and simmer for approximately 20 to 30 minutes, until liquid has reduced
  5. Serve with cauliflower rice, zucchini spaghetti, salad, vegetables, or any other side that suits your taste.
]]><![CDATA[Roast Pumpkin and Cashew Dip]]>Thu, 09 Mar 2017 10:20:39 GMThttps://www.inspiredfoodforlife.com.au/blog/roast-pumpkin-and-cashew-dip
Looking for an alternative to cheese or dip for a platter. It is often difficult at social events when you are on a health kick. Bringing something along to BBQ’s or social gathering is a great way to share good food and also know that you have options there for yourself. This Roast Pumpkin and Cashew Dip tastes amazing. It can be served with Carrot, Celery, or other vegetables, and even those that aren’t on a health kick will enjoy.
Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 1 Onion - diced
  • 3 Garlic Cloves - diced
  • 250g Roast Pumpkin
  • 1 tsp. ground Cumin
  • 200g Cashews
  • Small handful of fresh Basil
  • ¼ to ½ tsp. ground Chilli (optional)
  • ½ cup Sesame Seeds
  • Juice from Half a lemon
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
Method
  1. Heat small frypan over medium heat.
  2. Heat Coconut oil in frypan. Place Onion and Garlic in frypan for approximately 3 minutes.
  3. Place all ingredients in food processor.
  4. Process in food processor for approximately 1 minute or until desired consistency has been reached. Ensure that side of mixture are scraped down during processing.
  5. Press into serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  6. Serve with vegetables sticks
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