Top Notch Paleo Cookbook
598488
Of all of the Paleo cookbooks I have this is the one that I turn to the most.  I love Melissa style of cooking.  Her sauces are amazing.  Some of the recipes are a bit labor intensive, but well worth it.
2595378
When I lost 5 lbs from my first week of Paleo eating, (found internet recipes), I got overly excited, went on a spending spree of purchasing cookbooks,  I could have saved a lot of money by purchasing this book first. I usually don't get excited about cookbooks, and have never written a review. I LOVE this cookbook! She makes Paleo practical for the working woman. Her helpful hints, through her own experience, are fantastic. The few ingredients I couldn't find locally, are found in her online resource section. The great personality of this author comes through without being too wordy, I can tell I'd like her, which makes reading the book a breeze!  You won't ever regret buying this book, it's my go to book, SO HELPFUL, when Paleo seems out of your normal cooking element.
1657714
I love cookbooks and this is one of my new favorites.  Recipes are simple but the flavors are excellent.  I am a primarily paleo professional working mom so I am not interested in overly complex recipes.  Pictures are great and directions are complete. Totally fun. I love the layout, format and extras.  100% Satisfied and so is my family. Nom nom
2047498
My sister got this book when it went on free promotion and since she knows I'm a die hard pales fan she let me read it on her kindle. First thing is first the book is very straightforward, the recipes are simple and easy to make. The author focuses heavily on beef and chicken recipes. The recipes are well laid out and but there are a few grammatical errors. The nutritional info seems legit but at the same time I question the depth of it. I'm a stickler for knowing what is in my food and I simply wish that This book would have gone into more detail about every ingredient in each recipe.

Now I will state here that the recipes are absolutely delicious, specially the chicken ones. They follow paleo guidelines pretty well and are good guidelines for Paleo noobs. (Lol) if you are full out paleo or are just thinking of giving this book a try, I highly recommend it.
3760036
I really like this cookbook. It gives you a great breakdown of both a vegan and a paleo nutrition plan. The book starts off with a premise that I can fully endorse and that is if you start with healthy meals, no matter what food plan you choose to follow, you'll be on the right track.
Eating healthy meals is the core of maintaining a good body weight, fending off disease and acheiving longevity. Eating healthy meals is also the core behind having enough energy to exercise and get through the day. The introduction of this book does a great job at explaining that everything you ingest affects your brain function.
There is extensive information on what each diet plan requires and the benefits personally and socially for adopting each. One reason (of many) that some people 'go vegan' is for environmental reasons.
There are approximately forty-two delicious recipes given under the vegan plan. Crepes, pancakes, drop biscuits, vegan salads, Indian style potatotes and peas, tacos, sloppy joes and chocolate mint cupcakes are just some of the vegan dishes.
The book then highlights the Paleolithic (or 'Caveman') diet. Fresh produce, meat and nuts are primary to the Paleo diet, and as with any good, healthy plan, processed foods are never, ever considered or allowed. In my opinion, processed foods are disgusting and shouldn't even be mentioned....just my opinion, though.
Chicken Piccata (gluten-free), salmon with asparagus, prk roast, roast chicken and hot dogs (???) are some of the paleo recipes offered.
I was given the opportunity to purchase this book at a discounted price and offer an honest,unbiased review and I accepted because I'm dairy-free righ now and I'm in the process of redefining the rest of my nutrition plan. This book is well organized and detailed. I have not had a chance to try any of the recipes yet, but I will update this review when I do, because I feel the strongest testament to any cookbook is the veracity if the recipes.
I hope this review is helpful to you.
Enjoy!
3991030
Every recipe is a gem.  Even if you are not strictly a paleo eater this book is worth your time.  Don't forget the sauces,  They make the meal.
3643932
Best cookbook ever. I've since bought five additional copies for family and friends who have tried some of the recipes. The first half of the book is they how/why of Paleo, which is interesting and informative. Even those who aren't interested in Paleo eating can enjoy the beautiful and delicious recipes that Diane Sanfilippo has put together for this book. The citrus herb roasted chicken and bacon wrapped chicken thighs are to die for. Once you mix up some of the salt spice blends you've got the base for many of the recipes in the book. (Even if you don't mix up the spice blends, there is an easy way to use dried herbs and salt to mix up when needed.) This is one recipe book I keep going back to - and I cook often and consider myself a recipe book collector. The photos are great and the recipes are fairly easy. There aren't a lot of difficult to find ingredients. There are so many wonderful recipes to try - you won't be disappointed!
2388641
This cookbook not only looks like a work of art, but also is well organized and gives people ways to tailor most of the recipes to their individual needs (AIP, low FODMAP, etc), making it very accessible to all individuals following a paleo template.  There are unique recipes and flavors in this book and it is already one of my favorites!  I cooked one of the chicken tagine recipes this weekend in the slow cooker and it turned out amazing!  I also had the privilege to attend one of the Mediterranean Paleo book signings in Atlanta and all the authors were so humble and excited for the book release.
1109570
This amazing cookbook begins with an important Introduction that explains the Paleo lifestyle, and all the advantages of changing your lifestyle to Paleo. The benefits explained for the healthy diet includes: Better Athletic Performance; Lower Risk Of Heart Disease; lower Blood Pressure; Anti-inflammatory; Weight Loss; Muscle Growth; and several other benefits.

In addition, this inspiring cookbook explains why we are not missing out; why this diet works; why our cravings are satisfied; and the success of ditching refined sugar in favor of natural sweeteners. The benefits of Paleo desserts also explains that it has been proven that you can have your cake, and eat it too. There are 25 mouth-watering recipes, and Kitchen Essentials tells us what we need, such as Sharp Knives, Loaf Pans, A Timer, Wooden Spoons, etc.

Included are Recipes for Cupcakes; Pies; Bread; Frosting; Fillings; Muffins; Puddings; and Tarts. The number of servings is included per recipe, as well as nutritional info, including calories. We made the "Cheesecake Cupcakes" which also provided the ingredients for the crust and filling. They were very tasty. One of the Cake recipes include Decadent Frosted Chocolate Layer Cake, which is my daughter's next choice.

Some of the Bread recipes include Best Banana; Cinnamon; Fruit And Nut Loaf; Nutty Cranberry Seed Loaf; and more. We love home-made bread, and can't wait to try these recipes. Some of the Muffin recipes include Blueberry; Strawberry; Lemon Poppy Seed; and more. We selected the Berry Crumble Pie as my next pick, and will leave updates with new recipes we make.

The Conclusion explains how Paleo can change your life. I am thrilled that this valuable, delightful cookbook provided so much for only $1.06 in my purchase. What a great way to start the New Year. I will be sharing these recipes with friends, and family. Highly recommended!
3231652
I must admit, my experience with Paleo cookbooks is limited. This is actually the second one I have read. Even before reading, my experience with the Paleo lifestyle was limited to hearsay about a cousin's ex-husband "Going Paleo and losing a lot of weight.". I had dismissed the Paleo lifestyle as yet another lose weight quick diet. I mean, you can only eat bacon for so long before getting tired of it, amirite?

I came across Nom Nom Paleo while looking for a recipe on making kale chips. I spent the next two hours reading through the website. Then I discovered they had just put out a cookbook. I ordered a copy.

I'm glad I did. Nom Nom Paleo is a must have for any cook's collection of cook and recipe books. It is a great, well rounded cookbook, period, whether you  go Paleo or not.  Michelle does a great job of presenting a moderate viewpoint on the Paleo lifestyle.  She has turned me from a skeptic to someone accepting that this is a real lifestyle and not some fad that will involve eating nothing but bacon.

This is a wonderful book to read if you are new to the concept of Paleo eating and want to learn more without being overwhelmed or intimidated.

It's also a very well made cookbook. It's got a good satisfying heft to it that I was not expecting. It's chockablock full of information, recipes, comics and is such a fun book to read. It includes the following:

Preface
Introduction:My Kitchen
Recipes:Food for Humans
Chapter One: Building Blocks
Chapter Two: Nibbles
Chapter Three: Salads + Soups
Chapter Four: Eggs
Chapter Five: Plants
Chapter Six: Seafood
Chapter Seven: Poultry
Chapter Eight: Meat
Chapter Nine: Treats
Where Credits Due
Bibliography
Metric Conversions + Equivalents
Index

I appreciate the focus on vegetables and animals and less on treats.  If you are looking for a book to teach you how to make a Paleo version of cupcakes, pancakes, casseroles, or bread, look elsewhere.  But if you are looking for a book that is a fun read with lots of great recipes to keep you fed, happy and healthy for breakfast, lunch, dinner,and yes the occasional treat, pick up this book.
4892058
I have been a big fan of Mark Sisson and The Primal Blueprint for a few years now.  When I saw that he recommended this book, I had to try it.  This book honestly exceeded every expectation I had.

First and foremost, the book is beautiful.  From the paper it is printed on, to the photos, to the recipes... all top notch.  I have tried about 5 recipes so far, and they have all been outstanding.  I ate the Philly Stuffed Peppers tonight.. delicious.  The deserts are fantastic.  The scout cookies and the dirty blondies are incredible.  My wife, who is a desert fanatic, tried them and could not believe there wasn't any flour in them.  Speaking of flour, there is no almond flour in this book either.  A nice change from many paleo recipe books I have read in the past.

I can't wait to continue making these recipes.  If you're like me, and love your comfort food, this book has some great recipes in it.  I always feel my best when I eat paleo, and this book will make it much easier in the future.  As the title implies, when you have a craving for sweets or carbs, this book has a recipe to satisfy it.  Great job Megan and Brandon!
1698040
I received this cookbook as a Christmas gift from my family - they know me so well! I love this book! The photographs are beautiful and make you want to cook. The recipes are set up cleanly and are very easy to read and follow. I really like to "read" cookbooks just like I would a finctional novel, so the little personal introductions for each recipe (tips and tricks, family preferences, origins of the recipe...) make this especially enjoyable for me. I hae already made a couple recipes and everything has turned out wonderfully and delicious!

The only reason I give it 4 out of 5 stars is the lack of pictures. I'm a very visual person and seeing how the recipe is supposed to look in the end really helps me through the cooking process.

Nevertheless, this is a cookbook that will be used over and over again - I highly reccomend it to anyone curious about the Paleo diet as everything you need to know about the diet is explained at the begining and the recipes are so simple to follow.

See my blog post for more details: http://bepaleoandthrive.blogspot.be/2014/01/an-ode-to-bister-elana-amsterdam-recipe.html
700232
There's a gazillion better reviews for this book, but I wanted to add another five star review. This book is awesome. Michelle has unique recipes and writes about adding flavor in here a little as well. Her website is amazing and my original motivation was to support her by buying the book. However, I have several Paleo cookbooks and none are quite like this one. It definitely rounds out my collection.
626282
Love this cookbook.  The recipes are simple and super delicious.  This book is especially great for beginners.  It explains why we should eat paleo and she also tells her story about how eating paleo changed her life.  This is a must have in the kitchen.
4658610
Having a few other paleo cookbooks I've noticed that this book is easy to follow, perfect for paleo beginners like myself. the photos give a great representation of how the dish will turn out and the receipes are ones that every person in the household will love regardless if they are following the paleo way of living. The layout of this cookbook is great for keeping track of what to cook next. The education/history of paleo in this book is nicely executed. Glad I have this in my household.
1114356
I'll admit it--my first thought was, "Oh, another Paleo cookbook." Paleo is currently exploding in popularity, and the cookbooks are starting to flood the market. Which is great, but for an experienced and confident home cook like myself, I've already got a bookshelf full of cookbooks I rarely reference.

Boy, was I wrong! Paleo Indulgences is a gorgeous, sumptuous feast for the eyes and the belly. The photos define the term "food p*rn" and the layout is stylish, yet uncluttered. Inside are recipes for things I always wondered if it would be possible to make according to Paleo guidelines, like onion rings, crackers, a Thin Mint-style cookie, whoopie pies, and a cupcake frosting that can handle being at room temp for more than a few minutes.

My 3-year-old daughter is already addicted to the Banana-Pecan Pancakes. I'm making the Cincinnati Chili tonight, and I'm looking forward to many, many more recipes in here. I'm certain I'll be trying new recipes from this book frequently in the next few weeks, and I'll be returning to favorites for years to come.
1544605
I love this cookbook- every page is filled with meals that are simple to prepare accompanied by beautiful pictures to go with each one.  I also love the little cavegirl tips. I have quite a few paleo lifestyle cookbooks, and this is now one of my favorites. You won't be disappointed with this purchase.