The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook: An Allergen-Free Approach to Managing Chronic Illness (US Version)

What can I say about this book that hasn't already been said? It is absolutely been a HUGE key factor in not only keeping me on the AIP path to health, but in also making me excited about food again! I seriously kid you not. I was really stuck in a food rut before I purchased this book. Mind you, I already had the e-book, but I just didn't use it that often. I think I felt browsing through it on my computer and then taking the comp into into the kitchen just wasn't very convenient. I knew I wanted to buy the hard cover to support Mickey anyway, but after reading Sarah Ballantyne's review of it (where she states there are more recipes than the ebook) I decided to go for it! Boy am I glad I did! Not only is it laid out beautifully, with vivid color pictures of each and every recipe, but there is some great info on the AIP and ways to get started that are simple and easy to follow. The recipes that I have tried (and loved!) so far have been fairly easy as well.A couple of tips I recommend: 1) *might be the most important one* get a dutch oven! Now that I think about it, this may be the biggest reason why I wasn't really using the ebook. The majority of the recipes I have used so far rely on this gem of a kitchen tool. I never knew how much I was missing one in my life until I got one! lol You don't have to run out and spend hundreds of dollars on a Le Creuset. I bought this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DZLOA98/ref=oh_details_o07_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1and absolutely love it! Reminds me of the one my mother had. I actually ordered this at the same time as the book and received them on the same day :)2) Consider investing in a good high power blender if you don't at least have a food processor. I have a food processor and a nutribullet. Between the two of them, I am making do, but if I had a blentec or vitamix I would probably ditch the food processor altogether.3) Mickey states this in the book so I am really just reiterating here, batch cook batch cook batch cook!! You will be happy you did, especially those meat patties! They have been meal savers at the last minute more than once.4) Next on my list to get-a spiralizer!I don't think I have tried a recipe so far that I didn't like! I have only had the book for about 3 weeks; the e-book about 3 months, and these are the ones I have made so far.-citrus avocado dressing: I made this when i just had the ebook. Had to stop myself from eating it by the spoonful! It actually kept a bit longer than stated in the recipe AND the kids liked it!-Nomato sauce: just made this last night and I am still baffled about how much this actually tastes like marinara! Yes, it tastes like beets too, but seriously it is soooo good! The only thing I did differently was used a regular red and a golden beet (instead of 2 regular reds) and then swirled in some EVOO when I stirred in the basil. Yum! For breakfast this morning, I put a leftover piece of meatloaf (Mickey has an AIP meatloaf recipe on this site that is so good AND holds together without eggs AND has hidden veggies AND is approved by my kids!) on a bed of spaghetti squash and arame seaweed (kinda resembles noodles). It was fabulous!-Creamy Celeriac and Leek Soup: Ok this one didn't quite turn out as planned. I used frozen leeks (never again!) and guessed on the amount the bag would yield vs a whole leek. The finished product was very thick and more of a greenish/greyish color compared to the creamy white picture, however it was still pretty good and I will definitely make it again with fresh leeks!-Cinnamon-Scented Butternut Squash: simple and delicious!-Curried Cauliflower: ALMOST makes me not miss traditional curry....-There are several veggie recipes that I have used or a variation from Mickey's that are super easy and tasty-Garlic-Sage Chicken Patties: I used ground turkey (cuz that's what I had in the freezer!) and they turned out great and were kid approved! I wasn't sure about the coconut flour as I have GI issues with raw coconut flesh products, but I think cooking it was the key here for me. I have had 2 or 3 patties so far and I they seem to be ok on my gut (yay!)-Herb Roast Chicken: Yet another simple, delicious, kid approved recipe!-Marinated Salmon: I used the coconut amino variation and it was fabulous and kid "tolerated" lol, which is saying a lot for my daughter since she doesn't like salmon. She is always willing to try it when I make it a new way though :)-Mediterranean Salmon: I think this might be my favorite salmon recipe of all time! I've used it 4 or 5 times since getting the e-book and even used it on mahi-mahi once. One kid approved! (the one who actually kinda likes salmon)-Clam Chowder: I am so in love with this recipe that I ACTUALLY DON'T MISS REGULAR CLAM CHOWDER! Yes, you heard that right folks, I'm talking Sweet Tomatoes' creamy, potato-ey, full of dairy and nightshades yummy goodness is now officially gone from my "man I wish I could ever have ____ again" list!! Now, as much as I loved this recipe, I bet it would be even better with fresh clams! I could not find any steamer clams, so I used canned. I strained off the water, then strained the water itself and used it in place of the clam broth. I used 2 cans, but I think it was a bit too much. Next time I will use 1 can, plus extra water for the broth and maybe a couple drops of fish sauce. Hands down kid approved!-Three-Herb Beef Patties: I made these with beef and pork and am actually getting ready to go make them again with pork and lamb. I'm still not sure how I feel about lamb. I made some beef and lamb meatloaf (the one on Mickey's site) which was super delicious, but had a more gamey taste from the lamb. I will be curious to taste the lamb/pork mix and see if that cuts it down. Either way this recipe is already on my staple in the freezer list and was definitely kid approved. *after I typed this I made them. I put them in a mini muffin pan (24) and cooked them in the oven. I didn't want to fill them too much, so I had enough left over to make 2 smallish patties When they were done, I put toothpicks in them put them on a plate and in the freezer. Now I have a quick, easy way to grab something quick and adjust the amount! I can just grab a couple of meat muffins (they basically look like meatballs) if I want a snack or grab more for a meal OR add a couple to another small amount of protein and voila-variety! I have however decided that I don't really care for lamb :P*-Dry Rubbed Steak: I have used both variations several times and on different types of meat since getting the e-book. Always kid-approved!-Citrus-Thyme Pot Roast: So good, it even impressed my non paleo brother and was totally kid approved:-Cinnamon-Ginger Baked Pears: This was the 1st thing I ever made out of the e-book! I have made it since a few times and with apples. I don't drizzle the concentrate on it anymore, but I may try baking it with the fruit and see if my cooked flesh theory holds true. Definitely kid approved!-Apple-Spice Tea Cookies: Just finished making these. Another simple yet delicious treat! I haven't made many of the treats since I am trying to limit things like that and plus I have a tendency to go overboard (like eat the whole batch!). I wasn't sure about the coconut flour and/or coconut either for my gut, but I ate one and so far so good. I used figs instead of dates (cuz that's what I had) which was a variation suggestion in the recipe. I also used half a green apple and a very small gala (again, cux that;s what I had). The fig seeds give them an interesting "crunch". I do not know if they are kid approved yet, but I am pretty certain they will get gobbled up. They are so delicious that I got up from writing the review to eat another one! Must. Put. Away. Now....My kids are gluten free, but not full paleo, teenagers so it's always a huge bonus when they like something that I can eat too! Thankfully they are not super picky and are always willing to try new things. Up until I got this book, I found myself making separate meals more often than I wanted.I have definitely only scratched the surface with recipes so far and have a ton flagged for a "to make" list. Whether you are new to the Autoimmune Protocol, or have been going at it a while, you will benefit from this book. It sits open nicely on the counter too!

This might sound like hyperbole, but I've found this particular cookbook to be indispensable: a game-changer; a life-saver (literally). Why? Because following The Autoimmune Protocol of the Paleo diet can sometimes feel like you have nothing left to eat. This cookbook solves that dilemma even on days when you feel too ill to cook for yourself. (I suffer from Hashimoto's Encephalitis and Thyroiditis, plus Lyme Disease.)Before listing the benefits of the content, I want to stress that the book itself appears designed for ease of use in the kitchen. The cover and binding allow the book to lay perfectly flat on the counter while you work and refer from it. The fonts and clever layout make following the recipes and sections extremely clear--even for someone suffering from brain fog. And honestly, the beautiful and inviting photography and colors actually make me WANT to try each recipe. I have found the presentation making me more driven and adventurous in the kitchen--when I usually am too tired to want create anything "new".I love how the pantry list, shopping guides, and weeks of meal plans incorporate the recipes included in the book. This truly becomes a personal assistant for meal planning and is a wonderful aid for struggling or overwhelmed patients.AMAZING STANDOUT RECIPES:pg.88 Nectarine Arugula Prosciutto Wraps: the creativity in this flavorful pairing is great for snacks, or if you have to run into a market and grab 3 things.pg. 92 The Bacon Beef Liver Pate has really helped me incorporate offal into my diet, and I don't dread it, I devour it.pg. 132 Cherry BBQ Sauce: heaven sent for someone who can't ever have tomatoes...pg. 169 Creamy Celeriac and Leek soup (w BACON): again, makes me not miss potatoes at all. *THIS IS MY FAVORITE RECIPE*pg. 204 Seared Broccolini w coconut Basil Pesto: OMG, this is so so great.pg. 220 Orange Rosemary Duck: you CAN still entertain guests with succulent amazing dishespg. 296 Raspberry Coconut "Cheesecake": with a date crust... this is spectacular, and safe.There's the real beauty in this creative guide: All things included here are safe for those actively healing Intestinal Permeability or putting Autoimmunity into remission. Because of my strictly following this way of eating, I have:--eliminated my chronic 20 migraines a month--eliminated my Lyme bone and joint pain--eliminated my Thyroid antibodies--eliminated my Raynaud's SyndromeThis book makes following the Autoimmune Protocol easier and enjoyable. It makes meal planning manageable, and it gives Autoimmune sufferers a real sense of agency in creating their own pathway back to wellness.