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Herb Crusted Pork Loin (Low Carb and Paleo)

January 14, 2015 By Karen Sorenson

I usually get all my meat from a local farm that has grassfed beef plus pastured chicken, pork, and turkey. It’s so convenient to be a part of the “meat share” and each month and I pick up the meat at the farmer’s market once a month.  It’s already packaged and I store it in… 

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Filed Under: Paleo, Pork, Whole30 Tagged With: 21 day sugar detox, 21DSD, Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, egg free, gluten free, grain free, health, low carb, low FODMAP, nightshade free, nut free, paleo, primal, special diet, special diets, Whole30

Bacon and Spinach Egg Waffle–Breakfast on the Go!

April 11, 2014 By Karen Sorenson

I personally don’t eat eggs for breakfast, but I get lots of requests from blog followers for easy low carb and paleo breakfast options.  When I ran across an article about different things that can be cooked in a waffle iron I was surprised to see eggs on the list.  Low carb/paleo folks typically eat… 

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Paleo Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, grain free, health, low carb, nut free, paleo, primal, special diet, special diets

Paleo Greek Chicken

April 4, 2014 By Karen Sorenson

I have to admit that I’m so ready for warm weather and the bright flavors of Springtime food.  I was so excited to see asparagus and strawberries in my CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) veggies this week.  Spring is here in S.C….the weather was even warm!  So, inspired by fresh flavors I ended up making this Paleo… 

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Filed Under: Chicken, Paleo Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, egg free, gluten free, grain free, health, low carb, paleo, primal, special diet, special diets

Is Sugar Hiding In Your Food? Learn About Hidden Sugar in Your Food

February 3, 2014 By Karen Sorenson

Most of us easily cut out table sugar from our diets since it was so obvious to remove, but did you know there is hidden sugar in most packages foods.  In a perfect world, we would make everything homemade and control every ingredient we use, but let’s be honest we’re all busy and life gets… 

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: articles, Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, egg free, gluten free, grain free, health, low carb, paleo, primal, special diet, special diets, sugar free

5 Low Carb Mistakes to Avoid

January 13, 2014 By Karen Sorenson

The new year usually brings along more people to a low carb diet.  Usually people jump right in and get rid of bread and pasta because they are trying to lose a few pounds.  I myself started with a low carb diet, but quickly learn more and more about the Paleo diet and the importance… 

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: articles, Atkins, Atkins induction, gluten free, grain free, low carb, paleo, primal, real food, special diet, special diets

Addicted to Sugar? Learn How Sugar Affects the Brain

January 11, 2014 By Karen Sorenson

fYou’ve probably heard that sugar can cause weight gain and you probably generally avoid it so you don’t pack on the pounds, but the reality is that sugar affects more than just your waistline.  Sugar is now being linked to affecting the brain and neurological diseases like: ADHD Anxiety Epilepsy Alzhimer’s Mood Disorders

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: articles, Atkins, Atkins induction, gluten free, grain free, health, low carb, paleo, primal, special diet, special diets

Dijon Pork Breakfast Skillet (Low Carb and Paleo)

March 4, 2013 By Karen Sorenson

Dijon Pork Breakfast Skillet Today’s recipe is Dijon Pork Breakfast Skillet, which is perfect for breakfast, and is paleo and low carb.  My favorite breakfasts are ones I can make using one pan.  I throw some meat, veggies, and seasoning in a pan and it’s the best breakfast.  It’s fast and doesn’t require a lot… 

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Pork, Whole30 Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, breakfast, dairy free, dijon mustard, egg free, gluten free, health, low carb, nightshade free, paleo, pork, primal, special diets

Lamb Burgers (Low Carb and Paleo)

February 15, 2013 By Karen Sorenson

  Back when I was doing my Whole30, I decided to try lamb for the first time.  I had read that ground lamb was good for beginners that aren’t used to the flavor of lamb.  I ended up making Lamb Burgers and I was pleasantly surprised that the burgers were full of flavor, moist, and… 

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Filed Under: Misc, Paleo, Whole30 Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, egg free, gluten free, health, lamb, low carb, paleo, primal, special diet, special diets

Days 24-25 and #Whole30 Spiced Pork Tenderloin

February 1, 2013 By Karen Sorenson

Well, there are 5 days left of my Whole30.  Overall, this time around has been pretty easy for me so far.  I’ve had fun creating delicious food and even got to try some new things.  I’ve felt great and it has been nice to lose some weight.  Now if I could just keep the stress… 

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Filed Under: Paleo, Pork, Whole30 Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, egg free, gluten free, health, low carb, nut free, paleo, primal, special diet, special diets

New Blog Design and a Giveaway

January 29, 2013 By Karen Sorenson

Who’s ready for a GIVEAWAY??? Did you notice the blog redesign?  Be sure to take a look around! To celebrate this wonderful milestone, I wanted to share with one lucky winner some great prizes.  I’m giving these products away in order to personally thank you for your support.  The low carb paleo lifestyle is very important to… 

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, gluten free, paleo, primal

Paleo Pen Pals and #Whole30 Cajun Mushroom Encrusted Rainbow Trout

January 25, 2013 By Karen Sorenson

This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals.  I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low carb/paleo friendly.  Luckily, Tarah from What I Gather and Brittanie from Three Diets One Dinner had the great idea of forming a Paleo Pen Pals exchange.  Basically… 

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Filed Under: Paleo, Seafood, Whole30 Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, health, low carb, mushrooms, nut free, paleo, paleo pen pals, primal, seafood, special diet, special diets, Whole30

Days 8 & 9 and #Whole30 Beef and "Rice" Stuffed Zucchini (#LowCarb and #Paleo)

January 16, 2013 By Karen Sorenson

low carb beef zucchini caulflower

I am loving this Whole30 thing! I’ve been feeling great and even losing some of the belly bloat I’ve had the last few months.  Now I need to work on going to bed early enough so that I get plenty of sleep.  I’m usually pretty busy during the week with work, class, and keeping up… 

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Filed Under: Beef, Paleo, Whole30 Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, health, low carb, primal, special diet, special diets

Days 6 & 7 and #Whole30 Slow Cooker Herb Chicken (Low Carb and Paleo)

January 14, 2013 By Karen Sorenson

low carb slow cooker herb chicken

I’m finally back in the swing of things after my work trip.  It’s nice to be home and in my own kitchen.  After being away, I was in desperate need of a trip to the grocery store to restock my kitchen.  Now I’m all ready to knock out the rest of this Whole30! I’ve had… 

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Filed Under: Chicken, Paleo, Whole30 Tagged With: Atkins, Atkins induction, crock pot, dairy free, gluten free, health, low carb, primal, slow cooker, special diet, special diets

Days 4 & 5 and #Whole30 Apple Cider Vinegar Pork Chops

January 11, 2013 By Karen Sorenson

Whole30 Apple Cider Vinegar Pork Chops I’m still hanging in there!  I was able to make it to the grocery store by my hotel and I picked up half an organic, rotisserie chicken that was only seasoned with salt and pepper.  I also picked up some more cucumbers and carrots for the plane ride home.  … 

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Filed Under: Paleo, Pork, Whole30 Tagged With: apple cider vinegar, Atkins, Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, health, low carb, primal, special diet, special diets

Chicken Parmesan Meatballs (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

July 23, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Chicken Parmesan Meatballs.  Chicken Parmesan is one of my favorite dishes to eat and after making my Buffalo Chicken Burger.  I wanted to create more recipes using ground chicken.  I decided to combine my favorite Chicken Parmesan flavors into meatball form. I used the following ingredients for Low… 

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Filed Under: Chicken Tagged With: Atkins induction, gluten free, health, Italian, low carb, parmesan cheese, special diet

Shrimp Salad in Endive Cups (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

July 3, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Shrimp Salad in Endive Cups.  I needed a quick dinner that didn’t require a lot of cooking so I decided to whip up this salad. I used the following ingredients for Low Carb Shrimp Salad in Endive Cups: 1 lb shrimp, cooked 1 medium tomato, diced 1 cucumber,… 

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Filed Under: Seafood Tagged With: Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, health, low carb, salad, shrimp, special diet, summer

Hot Dog Relish and Faux-tato Salad (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

June 25, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Hot Dog Relish and Faux-tato Salad.  To me summer means relaxing by the pool and enjoying delicious food at family BBQs.  While I can still enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, and grilled chicken at these BBQs there are some side dishes that I can no longer have.  One of… 

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Filed Under: Gameday, Sides Tagged With: Atkins induction, BBQ, dairy free, gluten free, health, July 4th, low carb, special diet, summer, Veggies

Grilled Marinated Flank Steak (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

June 22, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Grilled Marinated Flank Steak.  I don’t know about you, but normally when I think of flank steak I think of a dry, tough piece of meat.  Most of the time it is way overcooked and you can barely chew it.  I had never actually made flank steak before,… 

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Filed Under: Beef Tagged With: Asian, Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, health, low carb, special diet, summer

Roasted Cauliflower and Asparagus Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

June 20, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Roasted Cauliflower and Asparagus Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing. Ever since I found out just how absolutely fabulous roasted cauliflower is I have been thinking of different ways I can use it in recipes.  I have making various salads a lot lately and I decided to combine by… 

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Filed Under: Sides Tagged With: asparagus, Atkins induction, bacon, cauliflower, dairy free, dijon mustard, gluten free, health, low carb, side dish, special diet, Veggies

Grilled Spiced Salmon (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

June 18, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Grilled Spiced Salmon. As requested, I’ve been looking at expanding my fish horizons.  Tilapia is my go to fish when I’m cooking at home because of its mild flavor and it is easy to work with.  I only recently, within the last 2 years, started eating fish and… 

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Filed Under: Seafood Tagged With: Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, grill, health, low carb, salmon, special diet

Grilled Buffalo Shrimp with Broccoli Slaw (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

June 14, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Grilled Buffalo Shrimp. To say that I have been craving buffalo sauce lately is an understatement.  I have been putting in on everything (eggs, veggies, chicken wings, pancakes…..oh wait not pancakes, but you get the point).  I was making grilled shrimp one night and I thought that they… 

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Filed Under: Gameday, Seafood, Sides Tagged With: Atkins induction, broccoli, gameday, gluten free, health, low carb, shrimp, special diet, summer, Veggies

Homemade Dill Pickles (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

June 12, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Homemade Dill Pickles. Cucumbers are one of my favorite snacks and lately I was looking for different ways to munch on cucumbers.  Store bought pickles often have added sugar and unnecessary ingredients.  It’s very easy and quick to make this perfect summer pickle recipe.

Filed Under: Gameday, Misc, Sides Tagged With: Atkins induction, cucumber, dairy free, gameday, gluten free, health, low carb, special diet, Veggies

Homemade Crockpot Chicken Stock (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

May 24, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

  My latest cooking adventure was Homemade Crockpot Chicken Stock. I have been reading a lot lately about the benefits of bone broth/stock and I wanted to try making some.  Bone broth/stock is packed with vitamins, minerals, and gelatin (which helps with joint pain).  While the store bought chicken broth is convenient, it is a… 

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Filed Under: Chicken Tagged With: Atkins induction, carrot, celery, chicken broth, chicken stock, crock pot, dairy free, gluten free, low carb, onion, rosemary, slow cooker, thyme

Herb Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower

May 22, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure is Herb Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower. I was so indecisive about what to do for dinner over the weekend.  I was so close to just taking the easy route by going out to dinner, but I really didn’t want to do that.  Lately going out to each just throws off my… 

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Filed Under: Chicken, Sides Tagged With: Atkins induction, basil, cauliflower, dairy free, gluten free, low carb, rosemary, spinach, Veggies

Low Carb Rosemary and Thyme Pork Chops

May 15, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Rosemary and Thyme Pork Chops. I have to admit sometimes cooking with fresh spices can be intimidating, but after seeing so many chefs artfully use fresh spices I decided to whip up a pork chop dish with fresh rosemary.  I used the following ingredients for the Rosemary and… 

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Filed Under: Pork Tagged With: Atkins induction, dairy free, dijon mustard, gluten free, low carb, rosemary, thyme

Low Carb Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Hamburgers

May 8, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Hamburgers. It had been awhile since I had a juicy burger, but I was a little hesitant to make one at home.  Normally my burgers end up dry and taste like cardboard…YUCK!  The perfect solution to this was to stuff the burgers full of… 

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Filed Under: Beef, Gameday Tagged With: Atkins induction, bacon, burger, cheese, gameday, low carb

Roasted Almond Encrusted Pork Chops

April 24, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

Tonight’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Roasted Almond Encrusted Pork Chops.  I used the following ingredients for this recipe: 1 lb of bone-in, thin cut pork chops1 1/3 cup pork rind crumbs1/4 cup roasted almonds 2 tsp of garlic powder2-3 Tbsp of Dijon mustard Preheat oven to 350 F.  Place the roasted almonds in a… 

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Filed Under: Pork Tagged With: almonds, Atkins induction, dairy free, dijon mustard, low carb, pork rinds

Dijon Chicken Tenders

March 23, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

Tonight’s cooking adventure was Dijon Chicken Tender.  I used the following ingredients for this recipe: 1 lb chicken tenders1/2 pork rind crumbs1 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese 1 tsp Italian seasoning (Salt Free)1/2 tsp dried thyme1/2 tsp garlic powder2 Tbsp of Dijon mustardSalt and Pepper, to taste Preheat the oven to 375 F. Mix the pork rings,… 

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Filed Under: Chicken Tagged With: Atkins induction, chicken tenders, low carb, parmesan cheese, pork rinds

Tilapia with Mushroom Sauce

March 15, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

Tonight’s cooking adventure was Tilapia with Mushroom Sauce. I used the following ingredients for this recipe: 3 pieces of tilapia1 shallot, diced8 oz mushrooms, sliced 2 Tbsp of water1/2 cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth) Heat 1 Tbsp of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.  Saute the shallots until translucent.  Add the mushrooms and… 

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Filed Under: Seafood Tagged With: Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, low carb, tilapia

Italian Pork Chops

March 8, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

Tonight’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Breaded Italian Pork Chops. For the breading, I mixed together the following ingredients: 1 cup of pork rind crumbs (I pulse the pork rinds in a food processor until they turn to crumbs)1 Tbsp Italian seasoning (no salt added) The following ingredients while also be needed for this recipe: 1… 

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Filed Under: Pork Tagged With: Atkins induction, dairy free, low carb

Lemon Pepper Tilapia (Breaded)

March 5, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

It’s the season of Lent, so that means Fish Fridays! I made this tasty Lemon Pepper Tilapia for dinner! The following ingredients were used to coat the tilapia:1 oz pork rinds, crushed (about 1/2 cup of crumbs)2 tsp of Lemon Pepper seasoning (Mrs. Dash)1 Tbsp of grated parmesan cheese1 tsp of garlic powder You will… 

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Filed Under: Seafood Tagged With: Atkins induction, low carb

Seared Pork Chops

March 3, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

It’s been a busy week so I made several dishes that were easy to throw together.  One dish, Seared Pork Chops, is on my list of induction friendly meals.  Very quick and easy!  I used the following ingredients to coat the pork chops:4 Tbsp of mayo1 Tbsp of dijon mustard1.5 tsp of garlic powder You will also… 

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Filed Under: Pork Tagged With: Atkins induction, dairy free, gluten free, low carb

Low Carb Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini “Noodles”

January 31, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

Last night’s cooking adventure was Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini “Noodles.”  I used the following ingredients for the blackened spice mixture: 2 Tbsp of paprika1 1/2 Tbsp of garlic powder1 1/2 Tbsp of onion powder1 Tbsp of dried thyme1 tsp black pepper1 tsp dried basil1 tsp of dried oregano1 tsp of season salt You will also need… 

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Filed Under: Seafood, Sides Tagged With: Atkins induction, chicken tenders, gluten free, low carb, tilapia, Veggies

Low Carb Garlic Parmesan Encrusted Tilapia

January 26, 2012 By Karen Sorenson

Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Garlic Parmesan Encrusted Tilapia.  For the crust, I mixed together the following ingredients:  1/2 cup of pork rind crumbs 2 tsp of garlic powder1/4 cup of grated or shredded parmesan cheese This recipe also uses the following ingredient:2 tilapia filets Note:  There will be enough coating to crust 3-4… 

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Filed Under: Seafood Tagged With: Atkins induction, low carb, tilapia

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Hi, I'm Karen! I follow a low carb and paleo diet as I try and reach my goal of losing 100 lbs. I'm also interested in all things healthy and healing my body through food and lifestyle. Read More

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