Chicken is a standard, inexpensive protein for many diets, but it is often bland. These slow carb Asian chicken thighs, marinated in a robust sauce pairs nicely with roasted broccoli […]
Simple Asian Chicken & Broccoli Slow Carb Dinner Read Post »
Quick Summary: A deeply flavored beef pho made in the slow cooker with charred ginger, toasted spices, and rich bone broth. Swap rice noodles for shirataki to keep it slow
Low Carb Pho Using Shirataki Noodles Made in Slow Cooker Read Post »
Low Carb Seared Scallops on a bed of Creamed Spinach is a great recipe to add to any low carb, slow carb, or ketogenic lifestyle.
Low Carb Scallops Recipe (Keto): Fennel Seared Scallops with Creamed Spinach. Read Post »
Pairing low carb spaghetti squash with sun-dried tomatoes makes an excellent keto or low carb side dish. Add protein for a low carb dinner
Low Carb Spaghetti Squash with Sundried Tomatoes Read Post »
This is a healthy, no-rice version of a Chicken Thai Curry
Chicken Pineapple Curry Bowl – without Rice Read Post »
After testing fish cakes with fresh-frozen, canned, and different fish varieties, the clear winners were catfish and cod shredded by hand. Includes which fish to avoid (canned tuna, canned salmon), a spicy dipping sauce, and a tartar sauce recipe.
Catfish Cakes with Panko: Which Fish Makes the Best Fish Cakes Read Post »
Quick Summary: Eggs baked in a simmering tomato, pepper, and onion sauce seasoned with cumin and harissa. A classic North African dish that works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. One-pot,
Shakshuka: North African Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce Read Post »
Three recipes for deviled egg fillings that are packed with flavor but still satisfy low carb and keto lifestyles. Great for appetizers or portable snacks.
3 Creative Deviled Egg Fillings for Summer Potlucks Read Post »
Detailed tips on how to achieve successful tomato & pepper seed germination, especially with heirloom tomatoes
Tomato Seed Germination Guide: Water, Temperature and Daylight Needs Read Post »
The key differences between cioppino and bouillabaisse explained, plus where seafood chowder fits in. Includes a San Francisco-style cioppino recipe adapted from Mother’s Bistro in Portland, with tips for making it with frozen seafood in the Midwest.
Cioppino vs Bouillabaisse: What’s the Difference (and How to Make Both) Read Post »
Pasta Puttanesca is a rustic, tomato-based sauce. To make this dish low carb, serve the Puttanesca over a bed of spaghetti squash (see video)
Puttanesca Sauce: Low Carb with Spaghetti Squash (or Pork Chops) Read Post »
Quick Summary: A traditional South African dish of spiced ground beef (or lamb) baked with a creamy custard topping. The curry, ginger, and fruit chutney create a unique flavor profile
Bobotie: South African Curried Meat Pie with Custard Topping Read Post »
Low-carb stuffed bell peppers with ground pork, harissa, chutney, and cauliflower rice, cooked in the crockpot for maximum flavor.
Low Carb Stuffed Peppers: (Slow Cooker Version) Read Post »
Pumpkin whoopie pies are an easy cake-like cookie treat, generally made with cream cheese filling. This recipe amps it up a notch by adding warming chai spices to the filling
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies with Creamy Chai Filling Read Post »
This is a fish sandwich with an awesome jerk jicama slaw as a topper, and then sandwiched between a salty robust pretzel roll
Tomatillo Slaw with Jicama Recipe Served with Breaded Tilapia Read Post »
Strawberries are a win for breakfast, lunch or desserts. These four classic strawberry recipes enhance the flavor with unique flavor twists
Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler with Ginger Lime Syrup Read Post »
Spanish chickpea and spinach soup can be eaily modified to fit in low carb lifestyles. Decrease the amount of chickpeas and add chorizo!
Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Soup with Chorizo Read Post »
Starting tomato and pepper seeds is a science and an art and this is a “how-to” post for successful seed germination
How to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors: Equipment, Process, and Troubleshooting Read Post »
Winter is a time to enjoy the comfort of hygge and making this Plum Amaretto Butter and serving on warm rye toast is an incredible cozy treat
Plum Amaretto Butter: A Silky Fall Fruit Spread Read Post »
