This is a simple recipe that you’ll want to make often. One key thing you’ll need is a meat tenderizer. You can use an automatic one that connects to your mixer or you can also get a handheld one. Here is what you need. 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breastsRead More →

I have started using instant potatoes because they are more carb friendly than real potatoes. Making a couple of changes to the instructions greatly improves the taste. One simple trick is to replace the milk with heavy whipping. It makes a difference. As a variation I also added wasabi pasteRead More →

This is a great way to use leftover corned beef and cabbage. Heres what you’ll need. Leftover cooked corned beef Leftover cabbage cooked with corned beef 1/4 thinly sliced red onion 1 tablespoon butter Caraway Rye Flatbread (recipe below) Shredded cheddar jack cheese Thousand Island Dressing Melt butter in aRead More →

This kicked up version of a grilled burger is a step up from ordinary grilled burgers. Tasty! Heres what you’ll need. 2 lbs lean ground beef 2 small multicolor peppers chopped 1/4 cup chopped leeks 3 brown mushrooms chopped 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Fresh ground sea salt and coarse blackRead More →

These chicken strips take about 20 minutes start to finish. Delicious. Heres what you’ll need. 3 large skinless, boneless chicken breast_ 1/2 cup reduced carb flour (I use Flourish) 1 tablespoon hit paprika 1 tablespoon favorite seasoning ( I used a basil, tomato and garlic mixture) Olive oil Cut breastRead More →

Waste not want not. Homemade croutons are easy to make. Using leftover buns is a great way to start. Stale hamburger or hot dog buns can be cut into crouton size cubes. In a large microwave safe bowl melt a 1/4 cup of butter. Stir in 1/4 cup grated parmesan.Read More →

There is one simple step that enhances flavor and tenderizes beef. Here’s all you’ll need. 2 thick cut New York Strips Truffle Infused Balsamic Vinegar to tenderize Fresh ground sea salt Coarse black pepper 6-8 brown mushrooms sliced 1/4 large red onion chopped 2 Tablespoons real butter. Using a largeRead More →

A summertime favorite is shrimp salad. This version with grilled shrimp and homemade Thousand Island is especially good. Here’s what you’ll need. 12 oz bag of cooked salad shrimp 2 tablespoons olive oil salt and pepper to taste 4 hard cooked eggs 1 large ripe avocado 8 grape to tomatoesRead More →

This chicken bake is similar to an enchilada but without the heat Here is what you’ll need. 2 cups chopped rotisserie white meat chicken 2 strips bacon 4 brown mushrooms chopped 4 multicolored peppers chopped 2 small sweet peppers chopped (optional) 1/4 cup chopped leeks 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinachRead More →

This Asian Slaw is delicious. For the slaw I’m not including measurements. Use as much or as little as desired. Finely chopped raw green cabbage Shredded raw carrots Chopped green onions Chopped raw snow peas or green beans Slivered almond Mix all ingredients together and dress with ginger salad dressing.Read More →