I helped a friend host a baby shower last week. The mother-to-be was expecting a baby boy. I had to come up with a cocktail that could also be a mocktail, and was blue (or blue-ish) in colour. Boozy Berry Basil Lemonade can be made with a berry vodka, or without. Both versions are equally…
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Rustic Roasted Potato Canapés
I love potatoes. They are my downfall in any shape or form. Hashbrowns, roasted potato wedges, creamy mashed potatoes, gratins…I love it all. I consumed way to many potatoes over the holiday. We are back on the low carb bandwagon for the foreseeable future. That won’t stop me from making these two-bite Rustic Roasted Potato Canapés…
Zucchini Walnut Bread – Low Carb
There’s nothing more comforting than a warm slice of fresh Zucchini Walnut Bread straight out of the oven. Served up with a cup of coffee on a lazy Saturday morning, and that’s all I need! Bread is something I occasionally miss while eating a low carb diet. Luckily, this Low Carb Zucchini Walnut Bread has…
Citrus Champagne Vinaigrette
I love the transition from winter to spring. The flowers bloom, the trees bud, and it’s finally citrus season. Whip up this super easy Citrus Champagne Vinaigrette for your next spring salad. It’s light, tangy and refreshing. It’s also low carb, Whole30 approved and paleo! O Olive Oil brand makes a great citrus champagne vinegar…
Shaved Asparagus Salad
Springtime is just around the corner. Which means asparagus season is also just around the corner. This makes me super excited. I tend to go on an all-things-asparagus binge for a week or so in late February, but I decided to start early. We had some out of town guests over shortly after Christmas. Our…
Roasted Red Pears with Cinnamon Walnuts – Whole30
I can’t believe the holidays are already over! Hello new year, and hello super cold snap down here in the south. Well, it’s actually a cold snap all over. But it’s been in the 20’s in Texas, and my wardrobe doesn’t know how to handle it. Regardless, I warmed up with these Roasted Red Pears…
Easy Tzatziki Sauce
Whip up this easy Tzatziki Sauce in minutes. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal, and compliments veal, lamb and pork. This recipe is ready in less than ten minutes, and adds plenty of zip to your dish. Tzatziki Sauce This sauce is made with fresh English cucumber – the long skinny ones that usually come…
Cranberry Pomegranate Moscow Mules
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! I can’t believe it. We are test-run cooking a turkey this week. The hubs spatchcocked and dry-brined the turkey last night. Fingers crossed it turns out well. We will be eating turkey for weeks! Our family is hosting a small group for Thanksgiving. Small or large groups alike, spice…
Herbed Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppadew Goldew Peppers
It was hot here this week! What the heck happened? Oh wait, I live in Texas. The most fickle-climate place ever. The weather teased us with lows in the 30’s and 40’s for three days. Now we are back to highs in the mid 80’s and lows in the 70’s. Fall weather, where did you…
Roasted Dumpling Squash
I Love Squash! The other day, Jonathan and I were having a conversation about our favorite food season. Mine is definitely fall. I love squash – especially winter ones like butternut, delicata, kabocha and dumpling squash. Cute dumpling squashes make a great side (like this Roasted Dumpling Squash), and are also great when stuffed with…