I have now completed Day 16 of Whole30. Since I will be traveling this week and away from my beloved kitchen I decided to make a “fancy” meal for dinner. I think this would make a great holiday or Sunday dinner. This Dijon Pork Tenderloin and Mashed Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic was perfection. My meals…
Whole30-Day 15 Prosciutto Wrapped Cucumber and Slow Cooker “Apples”
I have now completed Day 15 of Whole30. Things are still going well and I love how I feel on this Whole30 Plan. I am a little nervous because I will be traveling for work later in the week and I really want to stay on plan. I will be taking some food with me…
Whole30-Day 14 and Ranch Fries
I have now completed Day 14 of Whole30. The water I was retaining seems to be going away so it must have been something I ate. I’m still trying to figure out what exactly is causing the bloat. It can be so frustrating sometimes doing an elimination diet, but in the end I know it…
Whole30-Day 13 and Ranch Chicken Skewers
I have now completed Day 13 of Whole30. I am retaining some weight today and I’m not exactly sure what it is from. It could be the shrimp or it could be the sauerkraut I’ve been adding to my salads. If it is the sauerkraut then I could have a problem with FODMAPs. I really…
Whole30-Day 12 and Pesto Shrimp
I have now completed Day 12 of Whole30. I had a dream that I made cookies using almond flour and almond butter. In my dream, I woke up all congested and I was convinced that it was because of the sweetener. I couldn’t possibly be allergic to almonds! *Gasp* Luckily I haven’t tested whether or…
Whole30-Day 11 and Spiced Chicken Thighs
I have now completed Day 11 of Whole30. I was slightly hungrier today and it seems like I cannot seem to go more than 5 hours without eating. I also get tired around 3 or 4 PM (just in time for me to workout). Usually working out helps me feel energized so I push through the…
Whole30-Days 9 and 10 and Rosemary and Thyme Chicken Thighs
I have completed Days 9 and 10 of the Whole30. Overall I’m still feeling really great. My hunger is in control though sometimes I’m still afraid that the hunger pangs are going to return and it makes me a little anxious. I haven’t noticed any itchiness either, but I’m not entirely sure that it is…
Whole30-Day 8 and Spinach and Mushroom Chicken Roulade
I have now completed Day 8 of Whole30. When I woke up this morning I wasn’t very hungry. I eventually made myself some breakfast, but I could only finish half. I ended up saving the rest for lunch. It is so nice not having to fight hunger pangs all day and I’m so happy Whole30…
Whole30-Day 7 and Turkey Pesto Meatballs
I have now completed Day 7 of Whole30. I tried cutting back on snacks today and it feels like I should be snacking especially when I’m sitting at my desk at work. I need to find something to replace the snacking and so far I’ve been drinking water instead. I went out to dinner on…
Whole30-Day 6 and Italian Chicken
I have now completed Day 6 of Whole30. Starting last night I cut out nightshades (except for the small amount that is in my Breakfast Sausage. I am going to finish up what I have left so it doesn’t go to waste). The downside to cutting out nightshades is that all my food ends up…
Whole30-Day 5 and Garlic Peppercorn Chicken Thighs
I have now completed Day 5 of Whole30. Last time I mentioned starting to notice some itchiness and redness on my arms occasionally. It Starts With Food, mentions that nightshades (tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, etc.) also can cause inflammation. I’ve been eating a lot of tomatoes lately so I want eliminate these from my diet as…
Whole30-Day 4 and Blackened Pork Chops
I have now completed Day 4 of Whole30. I am starting to notice some itchiness and redness on my arms after I eat. I’m not 100% sure what is causing this. I have also noticed some sneezing. The sneezing could be a symptoms of sugar detox and a sign of toxins leaving the body. My…
Whole30-Day 3 and Spiced Tilapia
I have now completed Day 3 of Whole30. I’m stilling feeling a bit hungry after dinner/before bedtime, but other than that my hunger issues have been much better. I finished It Starts With Food. The book was really informative about how certain foods can affect your body and how common diseases can be improved…
Whole30-Day 2 and Sliders with Mushrooms
I’m now on Day 2 of Whole30. My cravings for sweets are still in control the only hunger issues I’ve had are at night between dinner and bedtime. I’m calming those cravings by having grape tomatoes and olives. I’m trying to stay away from other fruit so I do not create cravings for sweets. After…
Whole30-Day 1 and Roasted Chicken Thighs
If you missed it yesterday, I started doing the Whole30 Program in an effort to get my hunger and cravings under control. Things are going well so far. I have not had any cravings for sweets and my hunger has gotten a little better. My meals for today were: Breakfast: Homemade Breakfast Sausage and sautéed…
Grilled Ranch Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Grilled Ranch Chicken. I have been on a search for a replacement for my beloved ranch seasoning and dressing. Ranch is my favorite condiment and I use it on everything. Even though Ranch is low carb, the store bought versions often contain sugar and/or other unnecessary ingredients. After…
[Update] Sloppy Turkey Joes (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
[Updated 07-26-12] Tonight’s cooking adventure was inspired by Rachael Ray’s recipe. The recipe is a play on sloppy joes. I made the following modifications to make the recipe lighter and lower in carbs.
Grilled Mustard BBQ Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Grilled Mustard BBQ Chicken. I recently went to Bessinger’s Barbeque with my fiancé to enjoy some tasty South Carolina BBQ. While we were paying for our meal I noticed they had a framed copy of a People Magazine article that featured Bessinger’s and their BBQ sauce recipe. After…
Strawberry Popsicles (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Strawberry Popsicles. The heat is definitely taking over South Carolina. It’s already unbearable and it’s only July. I needed a tasty frozen dessert while I wait for my ice cream maker that I hopefully will be getting for my birthday at the end of July…
Cod with Tomato and Caper Sauce (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Cod with Tomato and Caper Sauce. As requested, I’ve been looking at expanding my fish horizons. I have a lot of Cod recipes before, but never tried any of them. When I was at the store I noticed that the Cod was on sale so I decided to…
Shrimp Salad in Endive Cups (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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,…
Fourth of July Jello (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Fourth of July Jello. I wanted a dessert that would be good for my 4th of July celebrations. My go to dessert is a layered jello, but I didn’t want to usual sugar free jello out of the box (plus I don’t eat products sweetened with aspartame anymore). …
Italian Style “Pasta” Salad (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Italian Style “Pasta” Salad. Now that it is summer time I’ve been making a lot of salad recipes. Most of my salad recipes contain mayonnaise, which isn’t good if the salad is going to be left outside for a long time. I decided to come up with a…
Chocolate Almond Pudding (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Chocolate Almond Pudding. When I heard that June 26th was National Chocolate Pudding Day, I just had to whip up a batch of low carb pudding to share with you guys. I had seen a few “interesting” chocolate pudding recipes on Pinterest over the last few months, but…
Hot Dog Relish and Faux-tato Salad (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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…
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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,…
Roasted Cauliflower and Asparagus Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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…
Grilled Spiced Salmon (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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…
Homemade Dill Pickles (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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.
Low Carb Sushi
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Sushi. One of my favorite things to eat is Japanese Hibachi. It is definitely a good place to eat low carb because you can substitute the rice for extra veggies (just be careful of sauces, like teriyaki, which could have added sugar). Lately, I like to cook at…
Chorizo Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Chorizo Chicken. I’m always looking for ways to cook boneless skinless chicken breast. There is nothing worse than a dry and flavorless piece of chicken. The spice coating for the chicken helps keep it moist and tender. The mixture of spices gives it great depth of flavor while…
Pot Roast with “Potatoes” (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Crockpot Pork Roast. I am usually pretty busy during the week and I don’t always have time to make dinner. In order to stay on track with my low carb plan I usually make a large batch of meat (chicken breasts, pork roast, pot roast, etc.) on Sundays…
Stewed Summer Vegetables with Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Stewed Summer Vegetables with Chicken. I had some zucchini and yellow squash around the house that I wanted to use up so I decided to stew them with chicken. I used the following ingredients for Stewed Summer Vegetables with Chicken: 2 cups of cooked chicken, shredded (dark or white)1/2 cup…
Homemade Crockpot Chicken Stock (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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…
Herb Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower
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…
Low Carb Lemon Pepper Tilapia
My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Lemon Pepper Tilapia. Let me start out by saying…YUM!! This recipe was SO delicious! I wanted to lick the plate clean….but I held myself back and remembered my manners. I digress… I used the following ingredients for the Lemon Pepper Tilapia: 4 Tilapia filets 4 Tbsp of lemon…
Low Carb Rosemary and Thyme Pork Chops
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…
Roasted Almond Encrusted Pork Chops
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…
Coconut Tilapia
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Coconut Tilapia. The recipe I used can be found here: http://eatlivepaleo.com/2012/03/03/simple-dishes-coconut-flour-pan-fried-cod/. See comments below for any modifications I made to the recipe. Net Carb Count*:4 net carbs (for the entire recipe with the modifications described below) *Note carb counts are estimated based on the products I used. Check nutrition labels for accurate carb…
Tilapia with Mushroom Sauce
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…
Italian Pork Chops
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…
Seared Pork Chops
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…
Low Carb Kale Chips
While watching TV I saw a recipe for Kale Chips. I’ve never had kale, but I saw how crispy they got in the oven and I thought they would make a good low carb snack. Comments: So I was a little hesitant to try these kale chips, but after seeing so many recipes with kale…
