Well hello again! It’s almost back to normal here at paleOMG. Did you miss me?! I missed you. I didn’t really know how much my website meant to me until I couldn’t use it anymore, and I was crying on the floor of my room in frustration. Stupid technology. Why does it have to be so weird. And confusing. But work with me, I promise you the website will be back to normal rants and recipes by next week. Because I love you. No I love you more!
So I talked about this on my facebook page a little while back. Have you seen the show ‘Catfish’? I’m obsessed. I’ll give you the run down if you haven’t seen it. So this guy met this girl on the internet, fell in love with her, then when he finally met her, you guessed it, it wasn’t her. So he made a documentary of it THEN mtv was smart enough to pick it up and he started doing the same thing for other people. So he brings two people together who have met on the internet to see if it was all a lie. Most of the episodes I’ve seen prove that people love to lie on the internet. What’s that about? I haven’t lied once on this thing. Well, maybe I didn’t tell you about a chocolate eating session, but that’s none of your business. Now my acne issues, that’s definitely your business.
Anywho, it’s one of those shows that’s like watching a train wreck. You can’t look away. And why would you want to? Watching people meet random people they fell in love with via written words is pretty disgustingly fantastic. Ok, disgusting is the wrong word. I could see why though. I’ve dipped my toe into online dating before. I’ve seen what people put on the internet. And really, all people talk about is their positives. You know, the ‘I make 6 digits a year’, the ‘I’m looking for the girl next door because I’m a romantic at heart’, the ‘I’m a very driven person who is looking for an independent woman.’ They never put on there ‘I’m a drunk that tends to only sleep with women while intoxicated. Oh, and I have commitment issues.’ That just doesn’t have the same ring to it.
Online dating is weird. I gave it up. I don’t like using up my time with someone I know nothing about. I like friends more. Why would I go on an awkward date with someone while I could be watching a Twilight movie, drinking wine, and making paleo cookies? Ugh, I’m dumb. I wish I would have never typed that sentence. But the delete button is too far away.
I ate duck last night. Duck is bloody amazing. I wish I could eat duck every other day. Every day would just be too much. Oh and I’m eating beef sticks for breakfast. This week is weird.
Simple Ginger Carrot Soup
- Yield: 3-4 1x
Ingredients
- 2–3 cups chopped carrots (I used baby carrots)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (14oz) can of coconut milk
- 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced (the more, the better)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place a saucepan over medium heat, add in your coconut oil, garlic and onion. Cook up onions are translucent.
- Then add in your carrots with broth and coconut milk along with ginger and a bit of salt and pepper.
- Cook until carrots are soft, about 12-15 minutes.
- Once carrots are soft, use an immersion blender to mix until soup is smooth and creamy. If you don’t have an immersion blender, add it to your food processor, like I did.
- Top with more fresh ginger and enjoy. I added some shredded chicken to mine and it was AWESOME.
So glad you’re back! I HAD to watch an episode of Catfish after reading this…..and it might be my new favorite show! Thanks for sharing! (And of course…..the soup looks amazing!)
I made this for dinner last night…. wowza!! So so so easy, and super delish. It was the perfect amount of creamy from the coconut milk, but with some bite from the ginger. I’m absolutely making this again, and often.
I’m doing this with a crockpot. Becuase I’m lazy. Also… I just found out that accutane is a synthetic form of Vitamin A, but like a crazy crazy dose. Doctors used to use Vitamin A to treat acne in the 1920’s until they realized it was toxic (b/c it’s fat soluble – I’m sure you know this). But anyways, Cory is trying supplementing Vitamin A into his diet… I’ll let you know if it’s dramatic.
I’ve commented before on my acne battle which is similar to yours. I found an amazing product (well im hoping it will be my godsend.) look at the website and check out the videos by this doctor. http://www.acnepractice.com i ordered it so i’ll keep you updated with my progress.
He has interesting info on acutane, antibiotics, topicals, laser therapy etc
hope it helps for both our sakes!
Hey Juli! You freakin’ crack me up! I love your website SO SO SO SO SO SO much!!! I’ve just recently completed the Whole Life Challenge and am absolutely hooked on eating cleanly, mainly paleo and your website is pretty much my most favorite place to make the weekly menu for my family! Thank you Thank you Thank you for your candour, humour and your amazing recipes! Keep up the great work!
I quit online dating for the same reason. Seemed like a waste of time! I’d much rather sit at home or with my friends!
What happened to the acorn squash Italian sausage soup page. I want to make this and the webpage is not found.
This is the most AMAZING and EASY soup ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
thank you!!!
I’m sure you have heard this enough but so glad your back! Your posts are always relatable and absolutely hilarious. Oh and your recipes…UHmazing! Your site was a huge contender in my decision to to adopt the paleo way of life. Keep it up and thank you for taking the time to share your recipes with us!!
Just recently discovered your blog and i made this soup last night….a-freakin-mazing! I couldnt stop eating it!