A Very Paleo Thanksgiving !

The previous blogs are all recipes from my very first paleo thanksgiving.  I was so excited to take on this challenge and make one of the greatest, yet healthiest, meals I've had in a while! It was soooo worth it and so delicious! 

This would not have been possible without my dear sister, Megan.  She traveled from Virginia to Wisconsin to be with me on Thanksgiving.  I felt so thankful and blessed since the past 2 years I have not been with family on this holiday.  Thank you Megan!

We also spent a day on State Street in downtown Madison.  We explored the famous street (which doesn't allow cars down most of it!) and Capitol Square.  We even went into the Capitol building and took pictures of the beautiful architecture.

The Capitol building up close.

The top of the Capitol building with the American Flag!

The Capitol building from State Street.

The Capitol building from State Street.

The Capitol Building at night.

Although it wasn't paleo, we decided to hit up Ian's Pizza on State Street.  A famous pizza place that even one of Megan's student's told us to try.  I got 1 slice of mac-n-cheese pizza and 1 slice of fresh mozzarella tomato and basil pizza.  Megan got 1 slice of philly cheese steak pizza and 1 slice of cheesy potato pizza.  I think the mac-n-cheese was by far the best, but I think Megan preferred the fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil!

Wall Art in Ian's Pizza on State Street. YUM!!

As I close, I'd like to share a few things in which I am truly thankful for. 

1. My whole family - even though I'm far away I think of each and every one of you every day.

2. My friends, old and new for supporting me and helping me in times of need.

3. Remi, my dog, truly brought light to my life in a dark time and has showed me the meaning of "man's best friend".

4. My good health - especially this almost 5 month journey of Paleo!!

5. My new nephew, Lincoln!  I haven't met you yet, but I cannot wait!!

6. A great job, with supportive, helpful people that truly care.

Hope you all had a wonderful, memorable Thanksgiving!  Cannot wait to try some amazing paleo recipes the rest of this holiday season!

Savory Sweet Potato Thanksgiving Stuffing

Ingredients:

• 4 sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped)
• 4 celery stalks (thinly sliced)
• 2 medium onions (diced)
• 1 small package mild sausage (not in casing)
• 3 tbspn fresh sage (chopped)
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 4 tbspn olive oil
• Sea salt
• Pepper

Process:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Toss potatoes in 1 tbspn olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Place on baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat rest of olive oil in skillet over medium heat.  Cook celery and onions until tender and beginning to brown, about 10-12 minutes.  Add salt and pepper.  Add sausage and cook thoroughly.  Add wine and let evaporate, about 2-4 minutes.

Turn oven down to 375 degrees. Allow potatoes and veggies to cool, about 10 minutes.  I placed the mixture and potatoes in a large bowl and placed in freezer for a few minutes!

Add beaten eggs, chicken broth and sage to the potato and veggie mixture.  Pour into greased baking dish.  Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.  

Remove aluminum foil and bake another 20-30 minutes until browned.

ENJOY!! :)