Exciting news! My family is moving from New York to beautiful North Carolina. These past few months have been filled with lots of packing, garage sales, and other assorted craziness as we prepare for this new adventure. John keeps saying, “I hope the moving truck is big enough” while I…
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Low-Carb Meatball Parmesan For A Quick Easy Dinner
It’s 3:00 in the afternoon, and I’m trying to decide what to make for dinner. I’m craving meatballs, and I know my family loves them too. But since John and I have started following a low-carb diet, we stay away from meatballs because of the breadcrumbs. But maybe we don’t have to. Maybe there’s a…
Creamy Cauliflower Mash
Recently, I was talking to a friend who had started following a low-carb diet. She was looking for a substitute for mashed potatoes and had tried making cauliflower mash. However, hers kept turning out runny and tasteless. Oh dear! That’s why I had to write this post. I love cauliflower mash, and I’ve figured out a…
One-Pan Chicken Alfredo
It’s autumn in New York. There’s a chill in the air, and there’s vibrant fall foliage to admire on my afternoon walks. With the cooler weather arriving, my family and I have been craving something warm and comforting for dinner. One-pan chicken Alfredo is that perfect easy meal with creamy deliciousness in every forkful.
One-Pan Chicken And Peppers
Do you have a favorite recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation in your family? These are usually some of the best recipes. Not only are they tasty, but they also bring wonderful memories with each bite. This one-pan chicken and peppers dish that I’m sharing with you today was inspired by a…
Pan-Seared Scallops With Beurre Blanc Sauce
Pan-seared scallops with buerre blanc sauce is an excellent choice when you want to prepare a special, scrumptious, low-carb meal. Since I’ve been following a low carb diet, I’ve found that low carb, gluten free meals can still be delicious and exciting. Yay! Beurre blanc is a French warm butter sauce…
Healthy Bacon and Potato Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette
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?
Quick Pan Seared Pork Chops + ButcherBox Review
A little while back, a subscription meat delivery company called ButcherBox contacted me, asking if they could include my Slow Cooker Pork Osso Buco recipe in one of their upcoming subscription boxes. Of course, I said yes. I was so excited to share this delicious recipe with more people.
Sunchokes Are the Healthy Vegetable You’re Probably Not Eating
Last spring, I tried sunchokes for the first time. Ever since, I’ve loved serving them up every now and then as a special, healthy side dish. These delicious tubers feed the good bacteria in your stomach. Essentially, they’re like a gourmet feast for the good bacteria.
Skinny Low Carb Taco Bowls
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 …
Salisbury Steak With Homemade Gravy
I considered making a meatloaf (one of my family’s favorite meals), but then I thought instead that it would be fun to try something new. So I decided to make Salisbury steaks. But these aren’t your typical Salisbury steaks…
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.
Frittata With Goat Cheese, Leeks, And Sage
Happy December! I’m so excited to share the recipe for this savory frittata with goat cheese, leeks, and sage with you today. This quick and easy dish is perfect for a special holiday brunch.