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About Vandy Roadifer

Vandy Roadifer has a M.S. in Human Nutrition and lives with complex chronic illnesses, which includes many food allergies and sensitivities. She enjoys creating and sharing great tasting recipes that fit her lifestyle, discussing food related topics, and educating people on how best to meet their individual nutritional needs from an evidence based perspective.

Lemongrass-Coconut Soup

1 qt chicken broth 1 can coconut milk (I used lite) 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 5 inch stalks lemongrass, cut into rounds 2 broccoli stalks, sliced into rounds 1 cup carrots, cut into matchsticks … Continue reading

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Salmon with Fennel & Onions

This is a very easy but impressive meal. 4 6oz salmon fillets 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 2 tsp olive oil 2 Tbs capers, drained 1 tsp dried dill 1 lemon, thinly sliced 1 cup … Continue reading

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Easy Cabbage Soup

This is probably the easiest soup I’ve ever made and it was very tasty. Other ingredients can be added – I considered scallions or onions. It would also be excellent with chili sauce for a more spicy taste. You can … Continue reading

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Roasted Broccoli with Garlic & Lemon

1 head broccoli, separated into florets 1 Tbs olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp lemon juice Salt Pepper Preheat the oven to 375*. In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets with the extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper … Continue reading

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Lemon Pepper Beef

1 lb lean beef, cubed 1 lemon, juiced 1/4 tsp rice flour Black pepper Brown beef in a medium frying pan with enough pepper to your taste (I use lots of fresh ground pepper). Once beef is almost cooked, add … Continue reading

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Moroccan Carrot Soup

At a business client’s open house I won a jar of Moroccan spice blend that I have been dying to use. Carrot soup seemed like the perfect opportunity. If you can’t find a Moroccan spice blend, you can substitute: paprika, … Continue reading

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Cauliflower Puree

1 head cauliflower 1 cup stock (chicken or vegetable) 2 Tsp Tahini (or unsweetened peanut or almond butter) 1 Tsp olive oil Salt & pepper to taste Combine cauliflower and stock in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil over … Continue reading

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Greek Meatballs

I originally created this recipe for lamb burgers during those long years when I couldn’t eat beef. Ground meat mix can be used successfully for either lamb burgers or meatballs. Serve either one with Tzatziki Sauce. 1 lb lamb burger … Continue reading

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Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Cashews

1 1/2 lbs brussel sprouts, cleaned & quartered 1/2 cup chopped cashews (or any other nut of your choice. I had cashews on hand) Olive oil, enough to coat Sea Salt Black Pepper Preheat oven to 350*. Place quartered brussel … Continue reading

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Creamy Vegan Asparagus Soup

2 cups vegetable broth (I used mushroom) 1/2 cup cashew cream (I used liquid leftover from cashew cream cheese – it has more of an acidic flavor) 1 lb asparagus, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces 1 Tbs olive oil 1/2 … Continue reading

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