I’m a bit on the annoyed side today. I’m not one to get mad or angry or even sad about what people say about me or my blog (I’m weird, I know that) but I do get annoyed. And even sometimes offended. But the more I grow and the more people that come across my website and Facebook page, the more people feel as though they should state their opinion. And I get that. We all like to be heard and be the center of attention sometimes. Why the hell do you think I write my blog? Duh. I’m an only child, I scream for attention daily.
BUT there are some things that need to be remembered in this blogosphere. I just made that word up. I write this blog FOR FREE. Everything that goes into this website is FREE to anyone that reads it. If you don’t know what free means, it means you don’t pay to read this blog. I post recipes 4-5 days out of the week because I love it and I want people to have the opportunity to cook good food within the paleo spectrum. I want to show people that it’s not hard and that anyone can do it. I do not charge for my recipes because I want to make paleo easy for people.
That being said, I have never once said that you HAVE to try a recipe or that my recipes are perfect for your diet. Nor do I act like I’m any good at photography. Or perfect when it comes to eating paleo. I just post the recipes of the things I cook because I enjoy those meals and I hope others do too. But no one body is the same. No taste bud is the same. That’s why I say everyone creates their own meaning of paleo.
The jist of it is, stop being rude people. Like jeeez. I’m posting recipes for free and telling stories about my life. I’m not telling you to make my recipes, I’m not telling you how to live your life, and I’m not telling you to even look at my website. I’m just telling you that I really like to consume chocolate covered walnuts, CrossFit, and think about men constantly. And now that I don’t eat nuts, I only have 2 things to really talk about. Crap. My b.
OMG, sh*t just got real serious there. Let’s lighten the mood. GUESS WHAT?! I made it onto CrossFit.com today!! I worked with my good friends Ian and Patrick with Again Faster to create some cooking videos for the CrossFit Journal and I’m so happy to see that they published one! They even have the zone blocks within the recipes in case you follow the zone diet!
Creamy Avocado and Spinach Chicken Pasta
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
- 1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise, seeds removed
- 2 avocados, pits removed
- 6 cups of fresh spinach (or more, if you’d like)
- 1lb chicken, diced
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, stems removed
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- 1 tablespoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Cut spaghetti squash in half, lengthwise, and remove the excess seeds and strings.
- Place open side down on a baking sheet and cook for 20-25 minutes or until spaghetti squash is soft when you push the skin or the threads easily come out when you take a fork to it.
- While your spaghetti squash cooks, place a tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add two minced garlic cloves to your hot pan and then toss in your spinach. Let your spinach wilt down, then add it to your food processor.
- In the same pan, add your diced chicken and onion to cook down.
- Then add 1/2 tablespoon of parsley, thyme, garlic powder, and a bit of salt and pepper to the pan and mix well.
- While your chicken cooks down, add 2 avocados to your food processor along with your lemon, fresh basil, 1/2 tablespoon of parsley, thyme, and garlic powder and a bit of salt and pepper, to taste. Puree until smooth, then add your 2 tablespoons of your leftover olive oil.
- Once your spaghetti squash is done cooking and cooled, dethread your spaghetti squash and place threads in a large bowl.
- Then add your chicken that has cooked completely through and top off with your spinach and avocado sauce.
- Mix thoroughly and top with a bit of basil.
- Eat it like you mean it!
I think your blog rocks and post links to your blogs and recipes on my FB page often. You are an inspiration. Thank you!
Juli, take a look at the responses above. SO much support for what you do and, even more importantly, you are having an exceptionally positive impact on a lot of people. Keep your spirits up, girl. Most of us would love to have such a positive impact on people out there in the world.
It is because of you and your blog that I started on Paleo. Thank you for sharing your world and recipes with us!
Juli, I love your blog. Sometimes your comments make me blush but deep down..I kind of like that. I have made several of your recipes and have loved every one of them! You go girl!!!
I’ve been reading for about a week, and blogger to blogger, I totally get it. People are straight-up mean because everyone’s behind a computer screen, but if they were standing right in front of you, they would be completely different. You do YOU girlfriend. You’re awesome!
..I was just about to post the EXact same thng! People are so ballsy when they sit behind their keyboard. I constantly see posts on youtube and other sites where people are absolutely VILE! I can’t imagine having that much anger in me…YECH!
Oh, and besides that Jules, you’re the bomb! Love your recipes, slowly moving my daughter to Paleo, I send her your recipes all the time, we’re both foodies! 🙂
Item 3 on the agenda, lol! Erin, get in to your club and do it! No one to impress, nothing to lose and sooooo much to gain… I’m sure anyone there will be on board to help you in any way they can. Run along darlin’ and GIT ER DONE!
OK, enough of my babbling, All have an awesome weekend!!
j
You’re awesome. Don’t ever change.
🙂
people with their constant need to add their 2 cents on everything especially when its not needed!! thats one thing i can’t stand!! that and judging others.. do your thing and dont worry what others are doing is my motto! your blog is the best thing on the internet. i literally make something everyday from here and sometimes 2 times ( sugar detox treats are AMAZING) i have a horrible sweet tooth and it hits the spot. you have made life so easy and you have a awesome personality!! keep it up.
I read your blog. I don’t comment, ever. Good job.
Ive been following your blog for about a month now and I have never commented on anything online in my entire life but I felt the need to say something today. I am absolutely in love with your blog and look forward to reading it and seeing what new yummy recipe you post everyday. I can relate a lot to your stories, I too have been single for way too long, think about dumb men all day and suffer from being socially awkward. I basically have no life besides crossfit and obsessing over food. You have even inspired me to do the 21 day sugar detox again, I attempted once and failed miserably (didn’t even make it one week) but I’m determined to do it this time! Thank you so much for putting it all out there! Hater’s gon’ hate! But don’t let it get you down 🙂
I love your food and your blog!!! People have no lives and are jealous creatures. Your website is my go to for dinner ideas every week when I make my grocery list! Those people are just insane!! I have not tried this recipe yet but I can not wait and I am sure it is yummy in my tummy like the rest of what you make!! Thank you for all your time and sharing you thoughts and your food!!! I know it is very hard work and it is greatly appreciated!