recipes
![Keto casserole](images/keto-casserole.jpg)
Christmas Morning Keto Casserole
Christmas morning is chaotic and packed with activity as it comes, there is no need to make the food stressful as well. I love to make this casserole dish because I just throw it in the oven and it cooks as we are opening gifts. I don't have to sit and watch it. This casserole is the perfect quick and easy... Read More
![Bowl of salsa served next to corn chips](images/christmas-chips-salsa.jpg)
Christmas Gifts Chips and Salsa
I love to give out homemade edible gifts to my neighbors for the holidays. This past year I came up with this recipe for chips and salsa and it was a huge hit! It only takes 10 minutes from start to finish and it is delicious, what a stress-free way to enjoy... Read More
![roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon tossed in balsamic vinaigrette](images/thanksgiving-brussels-sprouts.jpg)
Thanksgiving Side Dish Special: Brussels, Bacon, and Balsamic
This wonderful Thanksgiving side dish has only seven ingredients, is easy to prepare, and is delicious! It will go well with just about any other item you... Read More
![Butternut squash, shallots, spinach salad topped with bacon and goat cheese vinaigrette](images/squash-spinach-salad-w-bacon.jpg)
Thanksgiving Side Salad: Butternut Squash Spinach Salad with Bacon and Goat Cheese
Every Thanksgiving I feel I always must make a salad as a side dish option. I think I can blame the health-conscious mother in me that always has this urge. However, as it is a special day, I give myself a little more room for flavor and fun over the pure focus on calories. I like to focus on the idea that... Read More
![serving dish of Lemon, Agave, and Ginger Roasted Carrots](images/lemon-roasted-carrots.jpg)
Thanksgiving Side Dish: Lemon, Agave, and Ginger Roasted Carrots
My son thinks he loves carrots. Well, until I buy them at his request and try to serve them to him. In reality, he does like them as long as I cook them like this. It has taken me a while to test this recipe out until it was perfect. The balance... Read More