This Slow Cooker Ham Bone Soup is the easiest and most delicious way to turn your leftover ham bone it into a hearty soup with zero fuss. After enjoying a big juicy Baked Bone-In Ham Recipe, don’t let your leftover ham bone go to waste. Turn it into something incredible: Ham Bone Soup. It starts…
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Can’t eat dairy or just keep it out of your diet by choice? From How To Cook Tomahawk Rib Eye Steak to How To Make Beef Bone Broth And Why It's Good For You to Healthy Bacon and Potato Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette, I hope you find something delicious to fit your dietary needs.
How To Bake A Bone-In Ham Recipe
Make your next celebration unforgettable with this mouthwatering baked ham recipe. I show you how to bake a bone-in ham with simple ingredients and big flavor, it’s the ultimate feast! When it comes to holiday cooking, I’m always looking for something that will wow my guests but also make my life easier. Enter: a big,…
Au Jus Gravy Recipe (Low Carb)
Savor the simplicity of this low-carb Au Jus gravy recipe, a velvety gravy that bridges the gap between meat and culinary senses. Each spoonful promises to be a savory indulgence. Ah, there’s something undeniably wonderful that happens in a kitchen, especially when the aroma of a roast begins to waft through the air. The sizzle…
Crispy Salami Chips Recipe
Crispy salami chips are a smart snack with this easy, homemade recipe that turns simple salami slices into savory chips. Quick and satisfying. It’s afternoon tea time, and sometimes I get a craving for a little snack along with my tea. That’s when my go-to, solution comes to the rescue—crispy salami chips. These babies are one…
Chicken Soup: A Wholesome Low Carb, Gluten-Free, Whole 30 Recipe
Enjoy a delicious chicken soup made with a whole chicken in your slow cooker. Ah, there’s something undeniably comforting about a simmering pot of golden goodness, bubbling away in your slow cooker (or on your stove), and that unmistakable aroma filling every nook and cranny of your home. It’s a whole chicken, swirling in a…
Spicy Salmon Bake Cups (Gluten Free And Low Carb)
Spicy salmon bake cups are a tasty and easy to make appetizer for special occasions with family and friends. Sometimes the simplest recipes are the most satisfying. Enjoy! These Spicy Salmon Bake Cups are so incredibly delicious and quick to make. The ham gets nice and crispy when baked, and the spicy cooked salmon is…
Country Style Pork Ribs In The Oven (Low Carb)
This oven baked country style pork ribs recipe uses an inexpensive cut of meat which makes this meal quite budget friendly. Follow my tips for perfectly tender juicy meat. It was an ordinary Wednesday afternoon when my son texted me and said, “Guess what I just put in the oven.” I couldn’t wait for his…
Sloppy Joe Stuffed Peppers Recipe
I remember I loved Sloppy Joes when I was a kid — maybe because they were so messy and fun to eat. But, really, they’re delicious no matter what age you are. They’re always a great go-to meal on busy days because they come together so quickly.
Honey Dijon Pan Sauce
This honey dijon sauce is a quick pan barbecue sauce that’s ready in just ten minutes. If you love that flavor of a rich barbecue sauce, you have to try this sauce. This is a simple version of my honey barbecue sauce from my slow cooker brisket recipe. It conjures up thoughts of sunshine and backyard cookouts….
Keto Coleslaw With Sugar Free Dressing Recipe
With summer upon us, it’s picnic time! And that means it’s time for coleslaw. Store bought coleslaw can be loaded with sugar. So why not make it at home? You can control the ingredients for a guilt-free, healthier side dish that everyone at your table will love. What makes this coleslaw special? Sugar-free avocado mayo. It’s delicious.
How To Make Homemade Applesauce
Applesauce always brings back fond memories of my grandma who my family affectionately called “Nanny”. Whenever I visited Nanny as a child, she was always in the kitchen cookin’ up something yummy. There was the heavenly aroma of…
Châteaubriand Recipe (Low-Carb And Whole 30)
We eat a lot of real meat at our house. It doesn’t matter what kind. Beef, chicken, pork, lamb, or fish.
There are a couple of reasons for our apparently counter-cultural practice. First, we love it.
Come on, you gotta love a sizzling T-bone (my favorite) with a sprinkling of…
How To Cook Bacon In The Oven
It’s easy to cook bacon in the oven in less than 25 minutes. No fuss, no mess, just delicious perfectly done bacon. Bacon! There are so many delicious ways to enjoy it – on its own, as a topping on a salad or burger like this amazing bacon cheeseburger, or even added to this easy and…
Chicken And Peppers In Olive Oil Recipe
Happy New Year! I hope you had a lovely holiday season. To kick off the new year, today I’m sharing an extra-special recipe with you: chicken and peppers, olive oil and garlic style. Maybe you’ve had chicken and peppers before, and you’re wondering what makes this version extra-special.
How To Cook Tomahawk Ribeye Steak Recipe
It’s official! My family’s moved from New York to North Carolina. We are loving that the weather is still in the 80s here. It felt like we missed the entire summer because we were so busy with the move and then the process of renting a house. If you’ve ever moved before,…
Beyond Chicken and Fish: 24 Flavorful Whole 30 Recipes to Break the Monotony
Are you one of the many people following a Whole 30 plan this month? Whole 30 is a short-term nutritional reset, designed to help you cut out the foods that might be having a negative impact on your health, restore a healthy metabolism, heal your digestive tract, and balance…
Healthy Bacon and Potato Salad (With Vinaigrette) Recipe
Summer’s on its way, and that means it’ll soon be warm enough for shorts and short sleeves. Maybe you’re like me and want to lose a few pounds before summer arrives. In the previous post, John wrote about how vinegar can actually speed up weight loss. Any help in that department is okay with me. Don’t you agree?
Skinny Low Carb Taco Bowls Recipe
Who doesn’t love a delicious, healthy meal that’s ready in just fifteen minutes? Tacos are always a great go-to meal on busy days because they come together so quickly. And I love that you can skip the taco shells for a low carb twist. I’ve filled these with my favorite taco fillings: spicy beef, spinach and broccoli sprouts…
Baby Bok Choy With Sweet and Tangy Sauce
Baby bok choy might be my new favorite veggie. A type of Chinese cabbage, it’s one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat. And it’s absolutely delicious cooked in a skillet and covered in a sweet …
Amazing Slow Cooker Pot Roast You’ve Got To Try
Among the fondest memories of my childhood are the times I spent with my mom and grandmother in the kitchen as we prepared dinner for our family. They always made sure we sat down around the dinner table to a home cooked meal each night.
Small Batch Slow Cooker Beef Chili With Bacon
I’m writing this from the local coffee shop where I’m enjoying some special time with my daughter, Nicole. What could make the day more wonderful? Well, how about knowing that there’s a tasty beef chili with bacon simmering away in the slow cooker
Savory Chicken Stir Fry With Spinach, Mushrooms, And Tomatoes
Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday. I’m kicking off the new year with this savory chicken stir fry that’s flavored with a beautiful medley of Indian spices.
Pomegranate, Balsamic, And Raw Honey Glazed Carrots
It’s the day before Christmas Eve, and I’m officially in holiday mode as I plan the upcoming Christmas meals. If you’re looking for a last-minute, extra-special recipe for your holiday table,
Beef Ragoût With Tomatoes And Pearl Onions (Quick And Easy)
This quick and easy ragoût is one of my favorite go-to meals on busy days. I usually workout at 5:00 in the evening. After an intense workout, the last thing I feel like doing is spending a lot of time cooking dinner. So on workout days, I either prepare dinner in the morning and set it in the slow cooker or I turn to one of my recipes that come together fast, like this incredibly tasty ragoût.
Pomegranate And Berry Blast Green Smoothie (Weekly Workouts)
Pomegranate And Berry Blast Green Smoothie is an incredibly nourishing smoothie, and just wait until you taste how delicious it is too. The last few weeks after our workout sessions, I’ve loved whipping up this nutritious smoothie for Barbara and me. It really seems to give us the boost of energy we need after working…
How to Cut Open a Pomegranate
Discover the easiest way to cut and seed a pomegranate with our straightforward video and step-by-step photo guide. Learn techniques and creative recipes ideas for these nutritious, jewel-like seeds. I’m excited to share my latest YouTube video: How to Cut Open a Pomegranate! You can watch it right here or head over to YouTube….
Quick Mediterranean Chicken With Cauliflower Rice
Quick one pan meals are one of the best time-saving strategies for getting healthy meals on the table on busy weeknights. This quick one pan, Mediterranean chicken with cauliflower rice is super easy and big on flavor.
The Ultimate Gluten Free Stir Fry Sauce
This stir fry sauce is gluten free and packed with flavor. Take your stir fry game to new heights with this saucy delight! If you’re like me, you appreciate a good stir fry that’s bursting with flavor and leaves you wanting more. But here’s the thing: I’ve always had a bit of a dilemma when…
Healthy And Tasty Primal Kitchen Mayo Review
Here’s my candid Primal Kitchen Mayo review. Its health advantages surpass those of other commercially available mayonnaises, and it boasts a refreshing, indulgent tang. Primal Kitchen is SO generous that they are doing a special discount for all of my readers! If you decide to try any of their products, please use this affiliate link and…
Super Delicious Massaged Kale Salad With Pistachios, Tomatoes, And Olives
Who doesn’t love a good massage? Well, my kale is loving one right now as I’m getting ready to prepare a delicious kale salad tossed with pistachios, cherry tomatoes, and juicy Kalamata olives. But why am I massaging the kale first? If you’ve ever had a raw kale salad, you might have noticed that the kale was a little bitter and its texture a little coarse. However, if you massage the kale for only about five minutes, it will begin to soften and wilt. This seems to break down its dense cellulose structure leaving it easier to digest and much tastier.
How To Make Super-Nutritious Sauerkraut
In this post, you’ll learn about the many important benefits of sauerkraut. I’ve included a step-by-step guide with recipe tips, beautiful photos, and a video showing how to make it. You’re going to love this sauerkraut. There’s nothing like the taste of homemade. Today, I’m excited to share a step-by-step tutorial for making your own…
Slow Cooker Beef Brisket With Gluten Free Honey Barbecue Sauce
Ever have one of those insanely busy days when you know you’re just not going to have enough time to prepare dinner?That’s what happened to me the other day. I had a lot of errands to run in the afternoon, and then Nicole and I planned to workout at 4:00. I’ve been doing resistance training after learning about the many benefits; however, the last thing I wanted to do after lifting weights was cook dinner.
Wild Cod Chowder (Whole 30 And Low-Carb)
Trying to get more fish in your diet? Why not enjoy a bowl of cod chowder? Cod is a meaty and delicious fish with a mild flavor and delicate texture. In this chowder, I’ve paired it with bits of crispy bacon and healthy vegetables and spices.
Beef Provencal With Root Vegetables Recipe
Who else loves indulging in a hearty stew during the wintertime? Beef Provencal is the classic French stew for those days when you’re craving a warm and satisfying dish: tender braised beef and succulent root vegetables in a rich wine sauce.
How To Make A Perfect Pan Seared Flat Iron Steak
This flat iron steak is the juiciest tenderest steak ever! This method is also excellent for a strip steak, rib-eye, or flank steak. You know those crazy days when you need to get dinner on the table quick, and you’d really rather have reservations booked at the fancy steakhouse? Why not turn your own kitchen into a steakhouse?…
Homemade Roast Lamb Soup Recipe
This slow cooker homemade roast lamb soup is like a warm hug in a bowl. The lamb bone broth is deliciously rich, and every spoonful is packed with deep, comforting flavor. It’s the first Monday of 2016, and the temperature is dipping here in New York! If your new year has gotten off to a…
Roast Leg Of Lamb Recipe With Mint Pesto
Friends, I hope you all have been enjoying the holidays, and that they have been filled with fun times and lots of tasty food!
I can’t believe 2016 is almost here, and I’m planning posts for January. This year has gone by so fast. It’s been wonderful being able to cook up good food and share it with all of you.
How To Make Beef Bone Broth (And Why It’s Good For You)
The days are growing colder here in the Northeast, and winter is nearly upon us. That means it’s also nearly cold and flu season. Drinking a steaming mug of beef bone broth is a wonderful way to strengthen your immune system during these months. In fact, bone broth is such a wonderful health-boosting food that my family and I love drinking it year round.
Turkey Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots
This tossed turkey salad with roasted sweet potatoes is so refreshing, satisfying, and delicious. Thanksgiving wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without the turkey…or the leftovers! Really, no matter how many family members and friends crowd around the table or how much we eat, I’ve never been to a Thanksgiving feast where there weren’t lots of leftovers for the next day…
Spice Rubbed Pork Roast Recipe
This savory, spice rubbed pork roast with its rich basting sauce makes a wonderfully satisfying dinner. This morning John and I went on a walk around our neighborhood. What a lovely, crisp fall day! John commented that these kinds of days remind him of long-ago autumn Sundays when he was a kid. His mom would…