When it comes to keto fruits, carb counts in varieties like peaches, mangos, and cantaloupe can easily max out your daily macros. So, just how many carbs in plums? Are plums keto, even? Let’s go over the answers here, plus ways to enjoy the taste of this fruit on a low carb lifestyle. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy....
About Carrot Rice Carrot Rice is simply cooked rice mixed with a tempered and spiced stir fried carrot mixture. Though this can be made to a one pot rice pilaf like this Vegetable Pulao, I prefer the stir fry method as it imparts unique flavors to the dish without overcooking the carrots and herbs. This is something similar to the Fried rice but here we don’t actually stir fry the rice and no sauce is used....
Chicken adds an instant protein boost to any salad, and Caprese is no exception! That’s why I know you’ll love this Caprese salad with chicken. It’s one of my favorite ways to make Caesar salad with chicken or green goddess salad flavorful and filling. Same goes for Caprese salads! This chicken Caprese salad has loads of flavor from fresh mozzarella, basil, and a balsamic glaze, and chicken to make it an easy meal....
Chicken francese, despite the name, is a 100% American dish. Supposedly, it was invented in 1970s in a small restaurant of Rochester, NY and has since been made all over the US and beyond. As I mentioned above, if you are a fan of chicken piccata, chicken francese will offer you similar lemony tang with buttery mouth feel. Only it does more, it comes with a beautifully browned crust, soaked in a delightful lemony-garlicy-buttery sauce....
What makes this one of the best crock pot recipes for homemade soup from scratch is that your slow cooker does all of the work! If I were to put my definition of home into a recipe, today it would be creamy chicken and wild rice soup. Chicken and wild rice soup is cozy, easy, and familiar.It would love nothing more than to hang out with you on the couch all night and watch Netflix....
Humans have been making frozen milk treats for hundreds of years. One such example is a Kulfi that served as ancestors to the modern ice creams brought over from Europe to the United States. Nowadays, ice cream is not only the province of royalty. Everyone can enjoy ice cream! Sometimes you just want a few scoops of chocolate ice cream to satisfy that sweet tooth without the extra effort of making traditional French style ice cream which requires eggs....
Actually, in the spirit of total honesty, I’m first celebrating with a nap. I arrived home from Europe late last night so that Ben and I could be together on our anniversary. If you are wondering if the irony of my leaving Paris to be in Wisconsin for the sake of romance has escaped me, it has not. Although the Paris-to-Wisconsin scenario merits some situational humor, I wouldn’t trade a last night in front of the Eiffel Tower or plate of croissants for a chance to spend a milestone evening celebrating with the person I love so dearly, both for who he is and for who we are together....
In this complicated, busy world, we face daily choices between priorties, all of which compete (usually justifiably) for our time. Thankfully, these chocolate zucchini muffins are here to offer reprive. You don’t have to choose between healthy eating and indulging in something that tastes rich, comforting, and delicious! Made with white whole wheat flour, naturally sweetened with honey (like these Banana Bran Muffins), and PACKED with plenty of healthy zucchini and avocados, these chocolaty muffins have it all....
I have a slight suspicion that you’ll want to eat this Mediterranean salad recipe with sun-dried tomato vinaigrette ALL summer long. I love Greek food in the summer. The flavors are tangy, and the fresh produce in salads like this Mediterranean chopped salad are so refreshing! Personally, I eat this all year long, BUT when the gardens are bursting with more tomatoes and cucumbers than you know what to do with, it’s especially a good time for easy Mediterranean cucumber salad....
When it comes to a carb-counting lifestyle, not all vegetables fit with keto macros… but what about cucumbers? Are cucumbers keto? Let’s take a closer look at cucumber carbs, plus keto cucumber recipes to enjoy their fresh flavor with this way of eating. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy. Are Cucumbers Keto Friendly?...
Just like Hershey’s chocolate cake or Nestle Tollhouse cookies, when you get a recipe straight from the box, chances are, it’s been tirelessly worked by a whole team of experts until it’s perfect. So, why look for anything else? Never tried Dream Whip before? No worries! It’s super simple to work with, and it can be stored right in your pantry until you need it. Dream Whip Pie I can still remember the first time I tried Dream Whip pie....
Brining is the process of salting meat prior to cooking. For turkey, plan on 24 hours of dry brining. Have less than 24 hours or prefer a traditional wet brine? Check out our wet Turkey Brine recipe. Why Brine at All? During brining, the structure of the meat transforms. Salt draws out the meat’s juices, dissolves into them, and then is reabsorbed.Once reabsorbed, it breaks down the meat, making it more tender....
There are about a million and a half broccoli cheese soup recipes out there. You may be wondering why you need me to tell you how to make broccoli cheese soup. Well, the recipes I’ve seen tend to use flour as a thickener, have a long list of ingredients, or just take a while to prepare. Today I’m sharing my quick and simple version of easy broccoli cheese soup (also called homemade broccoli cheddar soup)....
One of the best ways to use all that summer zucchini? Zucchini lasagna, zucchini ravioli… or for a fun twist, these zucchini lasagna roll ups with ricotta, mozzarella, and naturally sweet Italian marinara! They have all of the lasagna flavors we love, in a light and low-carb zucchini “pasta” for a version that’s just as satisfying without all the carbs. It’s the perfect way to turn simple roasted zucchini into a more filling dish....
Breakfast egg muffins are baked egg cups (or mini frittatas, if you prefer a slightly fancier name) that are loaded with any variety of fresh vegetable, meat, and/or cheesy additions you please. You can enjoy them on their own or make them part of a larger breakfast spread. (Try them alongside these Sweet Potato Hash Browns.) I’ve made several versions of this recipe over time, and while each of them has a tasty place in my heart, today’s combination for egg muffins with spinach, feta, and a colorful array of veggies is my all-around favorite....
Eggplant also known as brinjal is a staple in Indian Cuisine. We use them to make brinjal curry, Brinjal chutney, Stir fry and even stuffed curried dish. Eggplants & potatoes are one of the most delicious veggie combinations prepared in many regional cuisines in India. Many different kinds of dishes like stew, curries and stir fry dishes are made with this combo. This eggplant potato stir fry is typical to Andhra cuisine & is made in many homes....
With their caramel-like flavor, natural sweetness, and stickiness, dates are a popular choice for no bake energy balls and bars (like these Vegan Protein Bars), but they are certainly not the only option. No baking required and little prep time, which is a plus! Other sticky dried fruits can work too! Stay excited about your healthy snacks and try making energy balls with a combination of dates AND figs. (These Golden Raisin No Bake Energy Bites are stellar too....
A few weeks ago on Instagram, I mentioned that I was pulling together a simple fruit salad and would you all like an official recipe for that? YES YES YES was your answer. Here we are at the end of the rainbow! I’ve given you a stellar homemade fruit salad recipe, but by all means feel empowered to wing it. It’s the height of summer? Add cherries!Peaches looking in their prime?...
Ganesh Chaturthi Recipes Ganesha fondly known as the “Lord of all Beginnings”, the “Lord of wisdom & intelligence”, is the divine son of Hindu Lord Shiva & Goddess Parvathi. Hindus across the globe believe that all good things should start with his name. Be it a newborn’s first ceremony or a new job, new home, new business – all start with a Ganesh Pooja. Ganesha is worshipped as the remover of obstacles, one who bestows his blessings & shows us the path to success....
Can I still call her my baby sister even though she’s now three inches taller than me, infinitely cooler, and walking down the aisle in four months? Why yes, yes I can. Older sister privilege. Another older sister privilege: being one of the shower hosts! My middle sister and I co-planned it. Full disclosure: as the in-town hostess, she did the majority of the heavy lifting, for which I owe her an extra-big slice of Greek Yogurt Cheesecake and then some....
