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Easy French Bouillabaisse with Fennel and Orange Zest

Bouillabaisse is a hearty French seafood stew, similar to cioppino but further characterized by adding saffron and a fish stock/white wine base as the broth. Fennel and orange peels are also ingredients that are common to a French bouillabaisse and are included in the recipe below. This easy but elegant low-carb bouillabaisse is great for …

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Easy Chicken and Vegetables in Yellow Mole Sauce

This version of Mexican Oaxaca chicken in yellow mole sauce is made with chayote squash standing in for the potatoes. Substituting chayote for potatoes both enhances the flavor of the dish, while also modifying it to be low carb compliant. A family favorite! Jump to: RECIPE | Yellow Mole | Substitutes for Chilhuacle Peppers Yellow …

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Mexican Rajas con Queso: Low Carb Version)

Rajas is a Spanish term which literally translates to “strips” or “slices”. But for lovers of Mexican cuisine, Rajas con Queso usually refers to roasted poblano chile strips cooked with onions and cream (often sour cream) and white cheese (often jack or asadero cheese).  It can be served as tacos, quesadillas or simply in a …

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Fresh Salsa Roja Recipe using a Molcajete

I always wondered whether a mocajete (aka mortar & pestle) truly made a difference or whether it was just another item to take up space in the kitchen and something else to clean.  Well, this fresh salsa roja, made with seasonal heirloom tomatoes and a few other fresh ingredients made me a true believer.   …

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