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Madison is getting a paleo bakery!

I’m excited to announce that Madison will soon have it’s first grain-free, dairy-free bakery. Beginning September 7th, you’ll be able to pre-order cupcakes and other treats that are not only gluten free but also free of grains, dairy (except butter), soy, refined sugar, and utilizing only healthier fats like coconut oil and grass-fed butter. The initial menu of cookies, cupcakes, muffins, crackers, confections and granolas can be viewed at www.paleomamabakery.com. Many ingredients are locally sourced, such as honey from Gentle Breeze in Mt. Horeb and tart cherries from Cherryland’s Best in Door County. No retail store is planned at this time, though sales through other local outlets are being explored. (Ask your favorite spot to bring them in!)

I recently had a chance to taste-test several of the initial products (Thanks, Belle!) and was quite impressed with the quality. My family (wife and two daughters, none of whom are paleo at this time) helped me sample the vanilla salted-caramel cupcakes (pictured), chocolate chip cookies, and raw cookie dough. We agreed all were delicious and perfectly executed. Some were pleasantly surprised by the moist texture of the cupcake compared to some of the other grain-free treats we’ve tried.

As expected, prices are higher than similarly modest portions of mainstream baked goods. Also, despite the extreme attention to using the healthiest possible ingredients, these are definitely treats meant for occasional indulgence, and not something I’d make a frequent part of my diet. (I’d love to see the eventual addition of something a tad more substantial and nutrient dense, perhaps a less-sweet cookie or bar based on the cranberry walnut granola– or maybe some grass-fed gelatin gummy snacks.) Having said that, Paleo Mama’s treats are among the top tier of those I’ve tried, and I would definitely consider buying them, especially if offered somewhere I typically shop or dine. Keep them in mind next time you’re planning a party or event!

Contact information:

Paleo Mama Bakery

6300 Enterprise Lane, Madison WI

608-692-3715

Web: www.paleomamabakery.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paleomamabakery

Email: belle@paleomamabakery.com

Madison Paleo’s First Giveaway: Sweet Potato Chips

Madison Paleo is proud to announce our very first giveaway promotion!

One lucky winner will receive a case of Jackson’s Honest Sweet Potato Chips, made with pure coconut oil! I just tried them and they’re delicious! You can find them in the Madison area at Willy Street Co-op. Use the link below to view complete rules and submit your entry. Good luck!

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Paleo Pizza Roll-ups

Try my easy and delicious pizza alternative: sausage wrapped in kale leaves:

1. Steam lacinato (“dinosaur”) kale leaves and lay flat.

2. Mix your favorite spices into plain ground pork and form a giant patty. I like sea salt, oregano, basil, garlic and fennel seeds. (Skip fennel if doing AIP.) Or use ready-made sausage that you trust.

3. Cook thoroughly, ideally in a cast iron skillet. You probably won’t need to add fat unless your meat is extra lean.

4. When fully cooked, cut into strips about 1/2″ – 1″ wide.

5. Place a sausage strip in the center of a leaf. Feel free to add tomato sauce, pesto, cheese, additional veggies, or whatever if you wish.

6. Roll up into an easy to handle bundle.

7. If they’ve cooled down, you may wish to warm in the oven for a few minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Paleo Joe’s Easy Kale Chips

Here’s my easy method for making delicious crunchy kale chips:

1. Preheat oven to 350° F.

2. Roughly tear kale (preferably curly) into chunks or strips as it naturally comes away from the stem. Somewhat uniform is best but no need to obsess.

3. Wash in cold water, and dry completely using a salad spinner or paper towels.

4. Coat evenly with olive oil (or melted coconut oil) by drizzling then massaging with fingers. (The more you massage it, the sweeter and less bitter it gets.)

5. Arrange in a single layer on baking sheet/s, preferably lined with parchment.

6. Turn off oven as soon as the chips go in. Use existing heat to bake for 10-20 minutes. (Time will vary considerably depending on your kale, your oven, and size of chips.) They’re done when crispy but not burned.

7. If desired, sprinkle with salt and/or cumin, curry, garlic powder, cayenne, etc.