About Me

My name is Denise and I have an autoimmune condition of the thyroid called Hashimoto's Disease. This diagnosis brings a different set of challenges for each patient although most of us have to make major changes in our diet. Until recently, my diet was high in gluten, dairy, soy and corn. In fact, I didn't even know the names of 75% of the items in the fresh food isle! That's been the biggest obstacle on my quest to wellness. It is the reason I started this blog; to find and share recipes without those inflammatory ingredients. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do! If you have a favorite recipe of your own to share, please drop me a note via email or through my facebook page. Thanks for checking out the blog -- I look forward to hearing from you!


Friday, March 13, 2015

Lunch Idea #2: Burger & Fries

If you're just starting out on a Hashimoto's diet, you're going to be so glad that you read this post!! Not only is this meal delicious, but it's quick and easy.  So heat up your grill and take out your potato cutter... you're going to eat like Hashi royalty!

If you're new to my blog, check out the recipe that I posted for sweet potato fries.  I've actually updated the post with tidbits that I've learned from making them about ten times.  Peel them, microwave them (briefly), and slice them with your potato cutter.  [You microwave them to make it easier to slice so 2-3 minutes on high will do the trick].  When you slice them, the thinner the cut  -- the crispier the fry.  If you prefer soft fries, use the larger slicer or just cut them in wedges.

Prep the fries as described in the blog post.  Slice your zucchini lengthwise in 4-5 pieces; coat with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with cinnamon.  Grab your patties and head outside! Heat your grill up to 450* and place the baking sheet with fries on it for about 20 minutes; stir occasionally.  Set the fries aside. Cook your *hamburgers and zucchini until done; let those rest.  Flip the fries over on the baking sheet and cook for another 15-20 minutes. 

Ingredients:
Hamburger patties
2 medium zucchini, sliced
4 medium sweet potatoes, sliced
Extra virgin olive oil
Cinnamon
Sea salt and pepper




*I bought Angus beef patties for the hamburgers; my husband only added salt & pepper.  Simple, right?

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