Recipes to Try

It's been over two weeks since I switched completely to SCD.  I had originally thought everything would return to normal in two weeks, but it hasn't.  While the diverticulitis is cleared up, and I have been taking a daily probiotic and avoiding sugars and starches, I can tell by the way my body is functioning that it's too soon to return to a standard diet.  My husband and I have talked it over, and for the time being, my plan is to continue to use diet to heal for the foreseeable future.  Diverticulosis is not reversible, but frequent diverticulitis flares are not going to lead to a good long-term prognosis.

After things have improved enough, it also might be a good idea to investigate the FODMAPS diet.  It's similar to SCD, but it may be a better alternative.  Right now it's too soon to tell.  Here is a link to information about that diet:  http://www.scdkat.com/2013/11/the-fodmaps-diet/

Here is a link to some additional interesting information:  http://gutharmony.net/index.php/category/diet-navigator/

The biggest challenge right now is arranging a varied diet.  I've made a few SCD recipes in larger quantities, freezing them in single portions.  It's become monotonous, rotating the same few meals with salads and fresh fruit.  On my days off, I try to make at least one recipe that I can add to the freezer.

For future reference, here are some SCD recipes I'd like to try:

"Apricot Slice" Bars:

https://glutenfreescdandveggie.blogspot.co.uk/2011/08/apricot-slice-gf-scd.html

Ghostly Meringues:
(just in case it's too hard to get through Halloween without a little something sweet)

http://comfybelly.com/2010/10/ghostly-meringues/#.WAZMpIWcGUk

Grandma's Apple Pie:

http://myhoneypie66.blogspot.com/

Chili Cheese Pumpkin Seed Crackers

http://www.cestleterrain.com/blog/chili-cheese-pumpkin-seed-crackers-scd-nut-free

Cranberry Crumb Bars With Pecans and Rosemary

This will need to be adapted for SCD:

http://www.realfoodkosher.com/cranberry-crumb-bars-with-pecans-and-rosemary/

Bombay Beef:

https://eatingscd.com/2008/03/31/bombay-beef/

SCD Friendly Naan:

http://wellnow.co.za/scd-naan-bread-indian-flatbread/

One Dish Paleo Cottage Pie:

http://scdgirl.tumblr.com/

Pancake Balls:

http://www.nomorecrohns.com/aebleskiver-pancake-balls.html

Salt and Vinegar Zucchini Chips

http://www.sugarfreemom.com/recipes/salt-and-vinegar-zucchini-chips/#_a5y_p=3114418

Cauliflower Rice

https://glutenfreescdandveggie.blogspot.com/2013/08/cauliflower-rice-gf-scd.html

Halloween Witch's Finger Cookies

http://www.livinglavidamama.com/search?updated-min=2012-01-01T00:00:00-05:00&updated-max=2013-01-01T00:00:00-05:00&max-results=6

Hot Cereal for Breakfast

http://www.saltedpaleo.com/2011/10/scd-hot-cereal-for-breakfast.html

Homemade Coconut Yogurt

http://www.thishouseofjoy.com/2014/05/01/how-to-make-fresh-coconut-yogurt/

SCD Friendly Saltines

http://www.saltedpaleo.com/2012/02/recipe-review-saltine-crackers-scd.html

Snickerdoodle Snack Bites

http://detoxinista.com/2015/11/snickerdoodle-larabar-bites/

Mediterranean Kidney Bean Burgers

https://glutenfreescdandveggie.blogspot.com/2012/04/mediterranean-kidney-bean-burgers-gf.html

SCD Lasagna

http://againstallgrain.com/2011/12/02/scd-grain-free-lasagna-2-0/

Tomato and Black Bean Soup

http://www.scdrecipe.com/recipes-soup/tomato-and-black-bean-soup/

Pumpkin and Apple Veggie Turkey Meatballs

http://thetastyalternative.com/2013/11/pumpkin-apple-veggie-turkey-meatballs-with-sauteed-spaghetti-squash-scdpaleo/

Carrot Pancakes

http://www.scdandme.com/intro-diet/carrot-pancakes.html

This ought to keep me busy for a while!