I have now completed Days 18-20 of Whole30. These were the days I was traveling for work so I did not do any cooking. I tried my best to stay on the Whole30 Plan and it worked out well. When dinning out at restaurants I had to ask how the food was prepared (oils, seasonings,…
Whole30-Day 17 and Pumpkin Chili with Roasted Turnip Fries
I have now completed Day 17 of Whole30. For some reason I have really felt like making chili and stews lately. Yes, I realize it is extremely hot in the middle of the South Carolina summer, but I am ready for fall. Since I am staying away from nightshades right now, I needed to come…
Whole30-Day 16 Dijon Pork Tenderloin and Mashed Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic
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…
Whole30-Day 0 and Homemade Sausage
The official Whole30 Program starts today and I’ve seen so many people make the commitment to participate. I decided to do the Whole30 after struggling with some serious cravings for sweets, hunger, and fatigue issues. I’ve been eating low carb, but something isn’t right because I’m gaining weight (or staying the same) despite the efforts…
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…
Chicken Parmesan Meatballs (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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…
Mini Chocolate Cream Tarts (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Mini Chocolate Cream Tarts. After loving my Low Carb Chocolate Almond Pudding recipe I wanted to use it to create a chocolate cream pie like dessert. I decided to make mini tarts because they are cute, but mostly so that I can better control serving size. I used…
Food Unchained: Alice Springs Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was making Outback’s Alice Springs Chicken low carb. A fellow blogger decided to have a blog hop for restaurant recipe redos call Food Unchained. Have you ever gone to a restaurant and thought that you could make a dish better or wished you knew how to make the dish? Several bloggers…
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…
Buffalo Chicken Burgers with Cucumber Slaw (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Buffalo Chicken Burgers with Cucumber Slaw. I mentioned before when I made the Grilled Buffalo Shrimp that I was obsessed with buffalo sauce and that hasn’t gone away yet. My fiancé is not a fan of buffalo sauce, so I knew I needed to get in one more…
Six Months Later…(Part 2)
Be sure to check out Part 1 of this series if you missed it the first time. Thank you for all of the kind words after reading Part 1! I know the suspense is killing you so I will get right into Part 2. Where I’m at today: Weight Loss and Health: At some point I reached…
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). …
Six Months Later…(Part 1)
Happy 6 Month Blogiversay Living Low Carb…One Day at a Time! Six months ago, I started this blog, thinking that it would be a place to share my recipes with family and friends. I honestly needed an outlet and something to keep me motivated. I needed a place to share my passion for…
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…
Grilled Buffalo Shrimp with Broccoli Slaw (Low Carb and Gluten Free)
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…
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…
Low Carb Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Hamburgers
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…
Low Carb Chili Lime Shrimp Tostadas
My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Chili Lime Shrimp Tostadas. I used the following ingredients for the tostada shells: 1 cup almond flour1/4 cup coconut flour1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp garlic powder1 tsp chili powder4 Tbsp butter, melted2 egg whites2 Tbsp sour cream (optional) I also used the following ingredients: 1 lb shrimp (either small…
Low Carb Mini Taco Bowls with Mexi-Rice
My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Mini Taco Bowls with Mexi-Rice. I used the following ingredients for the taco bowls: 1 cup almond flour1/4 cup coconut flour1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp garlic powder1 tsp chili powder4 Tbsp butter, melted2 egg whites2 Tbsp sour cream (optional) I also used the following ingredients: 2 cups of cooked chicken…
Low Carb Enchiladas
My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Enchiladas. I used the following ingredients to make the sauce: Enchilada Sauce (makes 3-4 cups depending on thickness):6 dried guajillo chilies (or dried ancho chilies for more spice)7 cups of water4 tsp garlic powder2 tsp cumin2 tsp coriander2 tsp Goya all purpose seasoning (or season salt)1/4-1/2 tsp of…
Low Carb Chili with “Cornbread” Muffins
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Chili with mini “Cornbread” Muffins. Since we never made chili this winter and there is a slight chill in the air, I decided to whip up a batch of chili. I used the following ingredients for this crockpot chili: 2 lbs of ground beef1 shallot or small onion, diced3…
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…
Low Carb “Puppy Chow” Almonds
My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb “Puppy Chow” Almonds. Puppy Chow was one of my favorite high carb desserts. It is made with chocolate, peanut butter, Chex Mix, and powdered sugar. I used to make it all the time around the holidays. The Lean Green Bean had the wonderful idea of making Puppy Chow Almonds,…
A Swerve Sweetener Giveaway, Low Carb Peanut Butter Bars, and Low Carb Macaroons
GIVEAWAY IS NOW OVER!! I recently came across Swerve Sweetener and decided to give it a try. It can be difficult finding the right balance of sweetness with sugar substitutes. Often the final product is left with an aftertaste that makes most people run for the hills. Seeing things like “contains no artificial ingredients, preservatives, or…
Low Carb Country Fried Steak
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Country Fried Steak with Cream Gravy. I used the following ingredients for this recipe: 1 lb cubed steak1.5 cups pork rind crumbs3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese2 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tsp paprika1/2 tsp mustard powder (dried mustard)pinch of cayenne peppersalt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup heavy cream1 large egg 1…
Breakfast for Dinner
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Breakfast for Dinner: Waffles and Zucchini Hashbrowns. I’ve heard quite a few people say that were having breakfast for dinner lately and I realized that it had been so long since I’ve had waffles. I decided to go on the hunt for a low carb waffle recipe. The recipe I used…
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…
Dijon Chicken Tenders
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,…
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Fried “Rice”
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Asian style Chicken Lettuce Wrap with Fried “Rice.”
Party Foods: Baked Chicken Meatballs and Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Baked Chicken Meatballs and Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus. I was heading to a pot luck dinner so I needed a few recipes I could bring. I made the Chicken Meatballs found here: http://dandydishes.blogspot.com/2011/06/baked-chicken-meatballs.html and the Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus Bundles here: http://www.familyfreshmeals.com/2011/12/prosciutto-wrapped-asparagus.html. See comments below for the modifications I made to each recipe.
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…
Celery Root (Celeriac) Mash
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Celery Root Mash. I used the following ingredients for this recipe: 2 celery roots (small)2 Tbsp of heavy cream2 Tbsp of butter, melted1 tsp of garlic powder Salt and pepper, to tasteParmesan cheese, for garnish Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the celery root by cutting off…
Celery Root (Celeriac) Mash
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Celery Root Mash. I used the following ingredients for this recipe: 2 celery roots (small)2 Tbsp of heavy cream2 Tbsp of butter, melted1 tsp of garlic powder Salt and pepper, to tasteParmesan cheese, for garnish Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the celery root by cutting off…
Chicken with Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Chicken with Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon. I used the following ingredients for this recipe: 3 pieces of boneless chicken breast3 Tbsp of mayo1 Tbsp of Dijon mustard2 slices bacon9 oz frozen spinach, thawed and liquid removed8 oz mushroom, chopped 1/2 cup of chicken broth1 Tbsp Garlic Joy (or garlic flavored cream…
Chicken with Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Chicken with Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon. I used the following ingredients for this recipe: 3 pieces of boneless chicken breast3 Tbsp of mayo1 Tbsp of Dijon mustard2 slices bacon9 oz frozen spinach, thawed and liquid removed8 oz mushroom, chopped 1/2 cup of chicken broth1 Tbsp Garlic Joy (or garlic flavored cream…
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…
Chicken, Broccoli, and “Rice” Casserole
Last night’s dinner adventure was Low Carb Chicken, Broccoli, and “Rice” Casserole. The following ingredients were used for this recipe:1 cup of heavy cream2 cup of water3 cups of broccoli florets1 cup of cauliflower “rice”1 Tbsp of oil2 ribs of celery, chopped1/4 cup of cream cheese, garlic flavored1/2 tsp of salt 1/2 tsp of pepper2 cups…
Lemon Pepper Tilapia (Breaded)
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…
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…
Italian Roasted Chicken
Last night’s cooking adventure was Italian Roasted Chicken. I used the following ingredients for the seasoning mixture (but feel free to use your favorite seasonings):2 tsp Italian seasoning (no salt added)1 tsp of onion powder1 tsp of garlic powder1 tsp of salt You will also need the following ingredients for this recipe:3 Bone-in Chicken Breasts Preheat the…
Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
After a week of cruise food, I am making induction friendly meals for the next few weeks. Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast. 1 Tbsp of oil 1/2 lb mushrooms, chopped 1 Tbsp Garlic Joy (sundried tomato flavor) or garlic flavored cream cheese 9 oz frozen spinach, thawed 3 chicken breasts…
Buffalo Chicken
Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Buffalo Chicken. I decided to lower the carbs in this original recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/jeff-mauro/buffalo-chicken-sliders-recipe/index.html Picture of the Low Carb Buffalo Chicken:
Low Carb Shepherd’s Pie
Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Shepherd’s Pie. I used the following ingredients: 1/2 cup of chopped celery1/2 cup of chopped green beans1/2 cup of chopped mushrooms2 Tbsp of butter1 lb of ground beef 1/2 cup of beef broth1/2 tsp of rosemary1/2 tsp of thyme1 Tbsp tomato pasteSalt, Pepper, Onion Power, and Paprika–to taste…
Seoul Chicken Variation
I recently made Linda Sue’s Seoul Chicken and thought of a breaded variation (read the review and the link to the recipe here: http://lconeday.blogspot.com/2012/01/linda-sues-seoul-chicken.html).
Low Carb Roasted Chicken Breast with Gravy
Last night’s cooking adventure was Roasted Bone-in Chicken Breast with Gravy. I used the following ingredients for the seasoning mixture (but feel free to use your favorite seasonings):2 tsp black pepper1 tsp of onion powder2 tsp of garlic powder1 tsp of season salt You will also need the following ingredients for this recipe:3-4 Bone-in Chicken Breasts3-4 Tbsp of…
Low Carb Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini “Noodles”
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…
Low Carb Radish Puree
This weekend I made Low Carb Radish Puree. I used the following ingredients: 16 oz bag of radishes 1tsp of garlic powder 2 Tbsp of butter, melted 4 oz cream cheeseSalt, Pepper, and parmesan cheese–to taste Bring a pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, cut the ends off of the radishes and then cut the cleaned…
Linda Sue’s Seoul Chicken
Last night’s cooking adventure was Linda Sue’s Seoul Chicken. The original recipe can be found here: http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/seoul_chicken.html Picture of the Seoul Chicken that I made: Net Carb Count*:7 net carbs (for the sauce) *Note carb counts are estimated based on the products I used. Check nutrition labels for accurate carb counts. Comments: The Seoul Chicken marinade/sauce…
Low Carb Garlic Parmesan Encrusted Tilapia
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…
Low Carb Chicken Parmesan
Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Chicken Parmesan. 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)4 tsp of Italian seasoning¼ cup of grated or shredded parmesan cheese Note: This makes enough breading to…
Low Carb Crockpot Turkey Minestrone Soup
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Crockpot Turkey Minestrone Soup. The recipe was inspired by the following recipe: http://www.lowcarbcrock.com/2011/12/low-carb-crock-pot-minestroni-soup.html?spref=fb. I used the following ingredients for my soup: 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped broccoli 1 cup chopped green beans 1 cup quartered radishes 1 medium zucchini, chopped 1 Tbsp of minced garlic 1/2 tsp of dried…
Quick and Easy Low Carb Turkey and Mushroom Helper
Last night’s cooking adventure was Quick and Easy Low Carb Turkey and Mushroom Helper. This recipe is inspired by hamburger helper and is made using the following ingredients: 1-2 Tbsp of oil 1.5 lbs ground turkey 1/3 lb mushrooms, chopped 1 can of Campbell’s Cream of Chicken and Mushroom Soup Salt and Pepper, to taste…
Low Carb Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast with Mushroom Sauce
Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast. 1 Tbsp of oil 1 cup mushrooms, chopped 1 Tbsp garlic flavored cream cheese (I used Philadelphia Savory Garlic) 1 Tbsp of bacon bits (optional) 2 chicken breasts Salt, pepper, and garlic powder—to taste 2 Tbsp of butter Preheat oven to 400 F….
Low Carb Parmesan Ranch Breaded Chicken Tenders with Tommy Texas Cheese “Fries”
Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Parmesan Ranch Breaded Chicken Tenders with Tommy Texas Cheese “Fries.” In order to make the chicken tenders (1 lb) I used the same method I used for the Parmesan Ranch Breaded Pork Chops found here: http://lconeday.blogspot.com/2012/01/low-carb-parmesan-ranch-breaded-pork.html. After the chicken tenders were breaded I fried them in a sauté pan…
Low Carb Spinach and Olive Tapenade Turkey Meatballs
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Spinach and Olive Tapenade Turkey Meatballs. The original recipe can be found here: http://www.pamperedchef.com/quick-and-easy-recipes/turkey_meatballs.jsp and page 10 of PC’s Fall/Winter 2011 Season’s Best cook book. I made some changes to lower the carbs.
Turkey Mushroom Meatloaf Patties
Tonight’s cooking adventure was Linda Sue’s Low Carb Turkey and Mushroom Meatloaf Patties found here: http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/turkey_mushroom_meatloaf_patties.html. The only things I did differently with the patties was use dried sage (2 tsp) instead of fresh and I left out the shallots. Also, I used a mushroom sauce to go on my patties. Mushroom Sauce: 1 strip…
Spicy Mayonnaise Chicken Breasts
Last night’s cooking adventure was Spicy Mayonnaise Chicken Breasts. The recipe can be found here: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/roasted-spicy-mayonnaise-chicken-breasts-recipe/index.html I saw the recipe on TV and thought it would make a delicious low carb dinner. Cover the chicken with the mixture and bake until cooked through (20-25 minutes). Picture of the mixture and the Spicy Mayo Chicken before…
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…
Low Carb Whoopie Pies
Today’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Whoopie Pies (Or Whoopsie Pies)! I started with the usually oopsie roll recipe found here: http://yourlighterside.com/?p=174. In order to make them chocolate flavored I added a few ingredients to the yoke mixture: 2 Tbsp cocoa powder ½ tsp of vanilla extract 2-3 packets of Splenda (I used 3) Using…
[Update] Low Carb Skillet Mushroom Chicken
[Updated 05-09-12] Tonight’s cooking adventure was a Low Carb Skillet Mushroom Chicken. I loved the flavor of bacon and mushrooms! This is a quick and easy meal perfect for those crazy weeknights! I used the following ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces 3-4 slices of bacon, chopped ½ lb of sliced white…
Low Carb Shrimp and Kielbasa Scampi with Asparagus
Tonight’s cooking adventure was a Low Carb Shrimp and Kielbasa Scampi with Asparagus. The original recipe (shrimp only) is here: http://www.lowcarbluxury.com/recipes/recipe-seafood04.html. I love eating Frogmore Stew so I decided to add the kielbasa. ½ lb cleaned and deveined shrimp ½ lb Kielbasa sausage 2 Tbsp butter 2 Tbsp olive oil 4 large cloves garlic Juice…
