One of my very favorite ways to use preserves is in cocktails. They both sweeten and flavor your favorite drinks and bring out a lovely depth of flavor that you wouldn’t otherwise get. For this recipe I highly recommend using Preserve International’s Meyer Lemon Marmalade (linked below), but if you […]
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Barbacoa Beef tacos
This is one of those set it and forget it recipes that makes you remember why you even got that slow cooker in the first place. Rich, flavorful beef chuck roast is slow cooked to perfection with chiles and spices until it is tender and smoky. I love it in […]
Chicken & broccoli spaghetti squash boats
Does anyone remember those delicious casseroles our moms used to make with chicken, broccoli, and the ever present cans of cream of mushroom soup? Well I do, and they were delicious. This equally delicious, albeit healthier take on the classic casserole has all of the comfort of the original with […]
whole30 seared halibut with chorizo cauliflower rice
Chocolate “Nice”cream
When you’re in the mood for a frozen treat but don’t feel like an all out calorie splurge this “nice”cream is the perfect fix! 🍨 🍨🍨 The base ingredients are frozen bananas and a little coconut milk. I went with a classic chocolate flavor by adding cocoa powder, a pinch […]
The BEST Low-Carb Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas
These low carb green chili chicken enchiladas are without a doubt the most popular recipe on the blog as well as being one of my personal favorites. Shredded rotisserie chicken coated in a green chili sour cream sauce wrapped in zucchini and carrot ribbons and topped with shredded cheese, jalapeños, […]
Healthier Baked Ziti
I’ve taken this classic comfort food and given it a healthy twist by using protein and fiber rich chickpea pasta and ground turkey for a delicious weeknight meal that you can feel great about serving to your family! I only first discovered chickpea pasta a few months ago when I […]
Cajun Chicken Spaghetti Squash Boats
One my husband’s all-time favorite meals is The Pioneer Woman’s Cajun Chicken Pasta. And why wouldn’t it be?? Blackened chicken and veggies simmered in a rich cream sauce served over glorious mounds of fettuccini. The mere thought of it makes me drool! Unfortunately the recipe, while a fabulous, indulgent treat, […]
Whole30 Blackened Salmon with Dirty Cauliflower Rice and Mango Slaw
This is one of my family’s all time favorite meals, on or off Whole30. I’m not usually a huge fan of cauliflower rice but when mixed with andouille sausage, veggies and spices it completely transforms. The fresh mango slaw provides a lovely relief from the heat off the blackened salmon […]
The Best Tzatziki
This Taztziki sauce is one of my favorite summer condiments and it’s pretty darn good for you to boot. A combination of Greek yogurt, cucumber, fresh herbs, lemon and olive oil make this the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, flatbreads and fresh veggies. I love serving it with my lamb […]