I’m in love with this perfect, easy skinny margarita recipe! It’s sweet, it’s tangy, it tastes just like a regular margarita, and it even fits the requirements for a low carb keto margarita. Plus, it only takes 5 minutes to make (just like my pina colada recipe) — can’t get any better than that! If you love Taco Tuesday as much as I do but don’t want all the calories and sugar, this is the drink for YOU....
Happy Father’s Day! My dad is a big whiskey drinker, so I thought sharing a whiskey cocktail was fitting for the occasion. True, he mostly drinks scotch, but I’m sure he would love a Bourbon Old Fashioned as much as Don Draper does! I realized this is my second cocktail post this week. Well, it was meant to be, because I have some pretty amazing news that definitely deserves some boozy celebration....
You saw this coming, right? After all, the Double Chocolate Chili that I shared last Monday was in desperate need of an equally delicious sidekick. And this bacon cornbread is it, y’all! I recently learned that people can be really passionate and opinionated regarding cornbread. Being a foreigner, I thought cornbread was cornbread and that was it. We have our own version in Brazil, called Broa de Milho, and there are as many varieties as there are grandmothers!...
If you struggle with finding a flavorful milk for keto, you’re not alone — and many keto dieters wonder if half and half is an acceptable option for cutting carbs in dairy. How high are carbs in half and half? Is half and half keto? Let’s take a closer look at whether this dairy product aligns with a low carb lifestyle, and close substitutes for capturing its flavor and creaminess....
Thanks to nutrient-dense cauliflower and protein-packed chickpeas, this hearty, healthy recipe is filling and will leave you satisfied (one of my vegetarian recipe rules is that a plant-based dinner should never leave you missing the meat). Confession time: when cauliflower skyrocketed to popularity a few years ago, I was skeptical. And by “skeptical,” I mean I refused to eat it, unless it was doused in Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip (and ok, it’s pretty good in Cauliflower Pasta, because, carbs)....
Chicken thighs are one of the simplest, most satisfying proteins to cook. They are forgiving and relatively foolproof. Since they have a slightly higher fat content, it is harder to overcook chicken thighs than it is Baked Chicken Breast or Grilled Chicken Breast.Chicken thighs are healthy. They do not deserve the negative reputation as being “less healthy” than chicken breasts. Chicken thighs are an excellent source of lean protein and iron....
A personal, private Panera bakery. Now, that’s what dreams are made of (especially if a vat of Panera-style Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup is included). I have fond memories of these cinnamon sugar-coated orbs of heaven. Back in high school, I worked for my school’s newspaper. Every Saturday before we went to print, the staff gathered in our classroom “office” and worked until the pages were ready for press. Our fuel: adolescent energy, bad 1990s pop, and an endless supply of Panera cinnamon crunch bagels (mine topped with a solid inch of obligatory hazelnut cream cheese)....
And nothing less than a delicious and refreshing Earl Grey Martini! And yes, I was tempted to call it MarTEAni. I eventually decided I’m silly enough as it is. ? But you know what is not silly? This martini. It is serious, oh so serious! But also fun, cheerful and sooo tasty. The type of cocktail you serve at a special occasion, like Mother’s Day brunch. But also just because....
That’s why I love making this Air Fryer Whole Chicken and serving my family an excellent dinner. I was nervous about trying a whole chicken in the air fryer at first but wanted to see if it was possible to make such a large item in my air fryer. All it takes is a few ingredients and then I put my chicken in the air fryer and let it do its thing....
I’ve been making low carb broccoli salad and broccoli cauliflower salad for years, but usually not with cranberries, since the store bought ones are full of sugar. Since I started making sugar-free dried cranberries recently, it was time to change up my broccoli salad recipe and add those in. After a couple experiments, this easy broccoli cranberry salad with bacon and walnuts has become a regular at our house. When I was looking for ways to use my new sugar-free dried cranberries, I was torn about what kind of cranberry salad recipes to make....
My mom is the queen of overnight layered salad recipes. I grew up on them. Maybe not every day, but anytime we had extended family or friends over, there would definitely be lots and lots of layered salads. Coming up with this traditional seven layer salad recipe with mayonnaise (7-layer salad recipe for short!) has made me proud to add to my mom’s collection. What Is Seven Layer Salad? Seven layer salad is just what it sounds like – a salad with 7 layers!...
This post is sponsored by Garrett Valley Farms. All opinions are my own and I only share products I personally love. Thanks for supporting the brands that make this site possible! You know I love a quick stir fry meal, and you’ll want to add this fried cabbage and sausage recipe to your list. It turns basic ingredients into deliciousness. This is a naturally keto cabbage and sausage, made with high quality andouille sausage and cajun seasoning for the best flavor… making it a veggie, protein, and flavor packed meal in one pan....
Frying full chicken breasts is usually a problem because lean breasts tend to dry out by the time they cook all the way through. This results in a dry, chalky texture that no one likes. Thankfully, I just discovered a method that allows frying full breasts in a matter of minutes and the meat comes out exceptionally tasty, tender and juicy. What makes this fried chicken breast so special? There are three things that work together in this recipe to create an amazingly tender and juicy fried chicken breast....
This simple baked parmesan crusted salmon recipe is a delicious way to enjoy this popular flaky fish, and an upgrade from simple baked salmon. Not only is this garlic parmesan salmon made with simple ingredients, but it’s also incredibly easy to make. Serve it with a simple veggie side (roasted asparagus is a perfect one!) and dinner is ready in just 20 minutes. This easy garlic parmesan crusted salmon is a great example of quick and simple salmon dinners that we eat regularly around here!...
Tzatziki, or “tsah-see-key”, is a Greek cucumber yoghurt dip. It’s usually one of the first things I order when I eat at a Greek restaurant. I love to dip copious amounts of pita bread into it and of course, the more inside my lamb gyros the better. I’m almost ashamed to say that until recently I’d never tried to make my own. I was under the assumption that it would be quite difficult....
Grown-ups and kids alike can rejoice over this easy grilled chicken recipe! Along with Grilled Chicken Breast and Grilled Chicken Thighs, I unlocked the trick to grilling chicken tenders that boast golden, grill-marked outsides and moist, juicy insides. They’re also well-seasoned. The flavor, while mild and kid-friendly, still permeates all the way to their centers. No bland chicken for us! You’ll find helpful tips and suggestions for how to serve these easy grilled chicken tenders too....
These healthy banana pancakes are perfect for a breakfast treat! They are quick and easy to prepare and will be ready in just 15 minutes. These banana pancakes are sugar free (that’s before you cover them in maple syrup of course) and are made with 100% whole grains. And while they’re lower calorie than traditional pancakes, they don’t sacrifice on flavour! These healthy banana pancakes are a blank canvas, so feel free to add in your favourites....
These easy chocolate muffins are healthy enough to feel good eating for breakfast before 8 a.m. (same with Chocolate Oatmeal!), yet taste indulgent enough to satisfy your sweet tooth at 8 p.m. I’ve been sneaking bites while I warm up my lunch (does that make them an appetizer too?), followed by more bites with my afternoon coffee (clearly, they are snack worthy as well). Even Ben who (and this is one of the great mysteries of our time) usually passes on muffins with chocolate chips has been snitching these healthy muffins....
It’s ultra creamy, packs big chunks of sweet, juicy crab, and the kick of spice at the end will have you reaching back into the dish on repeat. Like my scrumptious Salmon Dip and Feta Dip, this recipe is lightened up with Greek yogurt. The swap is imperceptible, but it makes me feel better about piling a hearty scoop (or two) onto my plate. When it comes to dipping choices, this hot crab dip is versatile and eager to please a myriad of taste buds....
If you love summer squash, this quick patty pan squash recipe is going to be your new favorite during the summer months. Just like zucchini that you can cook many different ways (you can roast zucchini, saute zucchini, or even grill it), there are several simple ways to prepare pattypans. I’ll show you how to cook patty pan squash in four different ways, so you can serve it with just about any meal and use your favorite cooking method....
