I’ll be honest–I never cared much for snow ice cream (or snow cream, as we called it) when I was a kid. My dad makes it with cream, sugar, snow and vanilla. While my brother’s loved it, I’d opt for snow slushies instead made with juice and snow. But since we recently got more than …
Looking for a low-carb appetizer that’s a real crowd-pleaser? Try these low carb mozzarella sticks. They’re easy to make, and everyone at your party or get-together will love them, whether they’re watching their carbs or not! A few weeks ago, I scoured the web for low-carb appetizers to make for our friends’ Super Bowl party. …
My son and I have been sick for a week now, so I thought that making one of his favorite breakfasts (pancakes) would cheer him up. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I made them heart-shaped, in various shades of pink and red. These would make a great breakfast for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. …
When it comes to desserts, I love simple recipes. And, to be honest, you can’t get much simpler than a good ol’ candy bark recipe. Here’s a pretty pink recipe using one of my favorite candies (M&Ms), some white chocolate died pink, a bit of red sugar to make it sparkly. Seriously, how pretty is …
Do you know what I miss the most when eating low carb? It isn’t the sweets, although I do miss some sugary treats. But I’m more of a savory foods person. I miss my favorite comfort foods, especially soup. I decided to make one of my favorites–stuffed pepper soup–a little more carb friendly, and …
I love a good Philly cheesesteak sandwich. Unfortunately, all that bread (warm, delicious bread…) isn’t very carb-friendly. The good news is that you can throw just about anything into an omelet for a low carb option. Here’s the low-down on how to make your own yummy, cheesy Philly cheesesteak omelet (and yes, it’s one word).
Happy National Pie Day, y’all. If you didn’t know there was such a thing, well, you’ve been missing out. Pie is one of my favorite desserts, especially when it’s served up with ice cream. So, whether you’re a fan of fruit pies (blueberry cream pie, anyone?) or chocolate is your kryptonite (see #14), you’ll find …
Since everyone is sharing their favorite appetizers this week in anticipation of the Super Bowl in a little less than two weeks, I thought I’d share one of our favorites. These turkey and sausage meatballs are wonderful–savory, plump, moist…and cheesy. Yep, there’s lots of cheddar packed into every bite. The best part is that they’re low …
I love homemade meatballs. But what I really love is a delicious sauce to go on top. To me, the sauce can take a meatball from good to out-of-this-world amazing. When I make meatballs, they’re savory and a little spicy. So, my marinara sauce needs to be sweet. This sweet marinara sauce fits the bill for …
Last week, I wanted to make riced cauliflower, but unfortunately, we didn’t have any of the fresh stuff. We often by frozen bags of cauliflower for steaming in the microwave, so I wondered if I could still make riced cauliflower despite the moisture from the frozen stuff. I did, and it was delicious.
Game Day is just a couple of weeks away. Do you have your menu planned out yet? If you’re anything like me, the thought of preparing a big dinner is sometimes a little overwhelming. But finger foods…well, those are just fun! They also minimize cleanup since you don’t have to dig out silverware for everyone. …
Since we are eating low carb, I’m trying to find healthier versions of our favorite comfort foods. One of my husband’s favorite dishes is meatloaf, so I knew he’d be thrilled to find a meatloaf recipe that wasn’t full of breadcrumbs. Little did I know that our toddler would love them, too.
As I mentioned before, we’re low carbing to get healthier this year. And I think the secret to success for me will be trying new food combinations to keep things interesting. A couple of days ago, I made stuffed peppers, and we had leftovers. My smart husband said, “Why don’t you use the left over …
I hope your New Year has gotten off to a great start! It seems that love is in the air now that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. If you’re already planning your perfect date night with your hubby, here are some Ah-mazing! Valentine’s drink recipes you’ll both love. And if you need to …
Looking for low-carb breakfast ideas to get the New Year started off right? This delicious open-faced pizza omelet is just the ticket. It’s versatile because you can add any toppings you want. Use up the extra veggies in your fridge. Want to use ham instead of pepperoni? Go for it! The options are endless.
Super Bowl Sunday is as much about great food as it is about the game. With chips and appetizers galore, you need lots of amazing dips to try. If you’re looking for delicious dips for your chips and appetizers, look no further. These will make your mouth water! And you’re sure to be the MVP among …
I love pancakes. I’ve not yet met a version that I didn’t like, but banana pancakes are my absolute favorite. These pancakes are packed with banana flavor, topped with bananas and drizzled with peanut butter sauce. Yum! Here’s how to make them yourself. I recommend you do it immediately. Your tummy will thank you.
It just isn’t Christmas without a big batch of sugar cookies. Most of the year, I enjoy the traditional royal icing on my cookies, but I wanted to try something a little more festive with this batch. These peppermint-iced sugar cookies are like Christmas in your mouth! Slightly chewy (if you take them out of …
Winter makes me crave comfort food, and one of my favorite cold-weather dishes is chili. Normally I make ours with beef, but we tried it with turkey this time since that’s what we had on hand, and I like it even better. If it’s cold and blustery where you live, cook up a pot of this tasty …
Nothing says Christmas like a tin full of holiday goodies. You can fill yours in a snap with these festive and flavorful Christmas bark recipes. Most recipes can be made in just a few minutes–no baking required! From simple peppermint bark to more complex flavor combinations, there’s something here to suit every palate this Christmas. …
Mac and cheese is our family’s favorite comfort food. My husband requests it for every holiday dinner, and though I’ve always been able to get a good flavor, the clumpiness drove me crazy. After trying for years to get it right (oven recipes, stove-top recipes and several attempts at a crock pot version), I’ve finally …
Is there anything better than a big plate of pancakes for breakfast? I don’t think so! But I was getting tired of my go-to recipe, so I thought I’d spice things up a bit–literally. These pancakes have a nice spicy, sort-of Christmasy flavor. Try them. You’ll know what I mean! These cinnamon-spiced pancakes taste like …