Spring has sprung and Easter is upon us! (How did that happen?!?!?). If you are like me, you are planning an Easter meal, but still trying to keep the carbs in check. Whether you are cooking the entire dinner yourself, or simply needing to bring a dish to a potluck dinner – here are some…
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Halloween Fun: VooDoo Cider
It’s that time of year again! October is one of my favorite months! I will be posting a new Halloween themed recipe each day this week to kick off the season! Enjoy! CARVED PEELED APPLES GIVE AN EERIE EFFECT TO THIS TASTY CONCOCTION. INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS Yield: Nutrients per serving: U.S. Nutrients per serving (about 1…
The Egg 411 (7 Ways to Cook an Egg)
They say a chef’s hat has 100 folds, one for each way the chef knows to cook an egg. That’s an egg-ceptional level of knowledge all wrapped up in one single hat. You can earn yourself 7 percent of a chef’s hat with way less egg-fort. (OK, that one was a stretch. I’ll knock it off…
Need a Cheat Day? 4 Regionally Inspired Pizza Recipes For a Fun Break!
Everyone needs a break from a diet here and there! Why not treat yourself to a homemade pizza? It’s a great activity to do as a family with your kids, and would be the perfect addition to a game or movie night! Whatever your style, I have you covered from coast to coast! NEW YORK-STYLE…
Summer Inspired Low-Carb Delish!
From snacks to main dishes to breakfast treats, here are 5 summer inspired low-carb recipes! They are wonderful ways to enjoy using fresh veggies from your garden or farmers market! My favorite recipe below is the Apple Cheddar Egg Muffins! A must try!!! CHICKEN & ASPARAGUS WITH PAN SAUCE (10g Net Carbs) THE PAN SAUCE…
4 Essential Cooking Tools You Need When Cooking for One
If your idea of “cooking for one” entails reaching into your freezer, pulling out some Pizza Rolls, zapping them in the microwave and devouring (while also inevitably burning your mouth on the scorching, melty cheese), you are most certainly not alone. Cooking for just yourself can be even more difficult than cooking for a large family. For…
Repurpose your leftovers…ideas to get out of your dinner rut!
Rightovers: Leftovers Made Right Who gets excited about leftovers? They tend to be soggy, and no one brings out the special dishes to serve them. But what if your leftovers were good enough to merit fancy bowls and compliments to the chef while still checking the most important leftover checkboxes: Quick and easy. Now, that’s…
One-Pot Chicken and Gnocchi
We have a tradition of “Sunday Supper” in our family. It’s a lot of fun…usually a little “fancier” than the run-of-the-mill week night (we even drink water from wine glasses 😉). Anywho, tonight was one of my favorites! Enjoy! INGREDIENTS 2 slices bacon, cut into ½” (1-cm) pieces 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (4 oz./125…
“What’s Poppin’” Stuffed Chicken
Do you ever get tired of basic chicken recipes? We have done a lot of grilling this summer (which is good and fun, but we were tired of the usual grilled chicken and needed a break) These turned out really well, I recommend trying them! This recipe can easily be adjusted for personal taste. Like…
I’m back! With “Guilt Free Mexican 7-Layer Dip”!
It’s been a while since I have blogged any recipes. I started a new job last year in May, which required a lot of travel in the first year…so I slacked. However, things have really settled out well now – and I’m home a lot more and back in the kitchen! This time with cool…
The Pieces Project 