Too hot to cook? Try this delicious traditional Tomato Gazpacho recipe with tons of fresh veggies, herbs, and flavor to spare. Perfecto! Some people don’t think that a chilled soup would be their ‘cup of tea,’ so to speak, but if you like fresh vegetables or salads, you’ll love Tomato Gazpacho. Whether you have a…
Cauliflower “Potato” Salad
Potato salad is always a staple during the summertime and an absolute must for Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day celebrations! Eating low carb created a challenge – how to get the incredible taste of my Mom’s potato salad without the carb-heavy potatoes? It turns out that cauliflower, once again, is a terrific substitute…
Low-Carb Charcuterie Board Ideas
When it comes to showing your people some love, there’s nothing better than a low-carb charcuterie board or grazing board. Whether entertaining a big crowd or a small, intimate gathering, a large wedding, or a Sunday brunch, there are tons of ideas that you can mix and match to create a board that is satisfying…
Texas Ranch Water
If you’re looking for a light and fresh cocktail, then this is your drink! Texas Ranch Water brings together our favorite spirit, Tequila, with Topo Chico Sparkling Water and fresh lime for an easy, breezy cocktail tailor-made for summer (or really any time of year)! It’s thought that this cocktail originated in West Texas as…
Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs
If you’re like me, your Instant Pot gets a lot of use! And if you haven’t tried it yet, hard-boiled eggs from an Instant Pot are perfect every time. Simple, easy, and the shells just slip off – they are done to perfection in 5 minutes (with an adequate heat-up time of about 8 to…
Creative & Tasty Carb Substitutes
Choosing to live a healthy low-carb lifestyle may not be your first choice (although you may change your mind after learning about some of our carb substitutes)! As women (and some men too), we get to an age where we learn that carbs are terrible for our metabolism and explode our blood sugar levels. Now,…
Warm & Hearty Beef Cabbage Soup
This soup reminds me of the holidays! Beef Cabbage Soup – Perfect! My extended family would get together every holiday for ‘Cookie Day’ where we would bake some of my grandmother’s favorite Norwegian Christmas cookies. Dozens of Krum Kaka and Berlinerkranser later, we had hungry mouths to feed and this soup really hit the spot….
Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
This recipe makes a pot full of the best chicken tortilla soup you’ve ever tasted in record time using your instant pot or pressure cooker. Using salsa verde for the spice and heat makes this soup an easy alternative to traditional chicken soup and is guaranteed to impress your family and guests. You can cook…
Shakshuka with Feta – Perfect Anytime!
Claimed by countries throughout the Mediterranean and the Middle East, Shakshuka with Feta is an easy-to-make, bold, and tasty addition to any cook’s favorite recipe list. Beautiful fresh vegetables, with a generous portion of both fresh and dried herbs, make this dish a perfect brunch staple, an intimate dinner for two, or a great breakfast…