Cooking Techniques
How to Make Your Own Zuchinni Noodles “Zoodles”
February 17, 2022
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“Zoodles” AKA Zuchinni Noodles make a great pasta substitute and are simple to make at home. Buying pre-made noodles is possible in both the fresh ...
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How to Spatchcock a Chicken
August 30, 2020
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My favorite way to cook a whole chicken is butterflied AKA “spatchcock”. It works great both on the grill and in the oven. I have ...
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A Simple Way to Roast Beets
April 26, 2020
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How many of you are like me and have tried to take a vegetable peeler to a beet? I gave up after a minute of ...
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How to Blanch Vegetables
March 12, 2020
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Blanching is the cooking process by which fruits and vegetables are quickly cooked in boiling water to maintain color, freshness, flavor and nutrients. How To: ...
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Spices & Seasonings
Low FODMAP Louisiana Seasoning Blend
October 1, 2021
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I developed this recipe after a night with a Louisiana native. Having lived in New Orleans, I have seen many devoted to a particle seasoning ...
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Garlic, Onion and Salt Free Tikka Masala Seasoning
April 9, 2021
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I have become accustomed to not eating out due to my health issues worsening when I do, but goodness do I miss Indian food! I ...
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Garlic, Onion and Salt Free Holiday Seasoning
November 24, 2020
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This year I am all about keeping it simple! I created this seasoning as an “all purpose” for the holiday meal! I love creating seasoning ...
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It’s Fall Y’all, Pumpkin Pie Spice
November 8, 2020
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What is fall without Pumpkin Pie Spice right!?? Many think of pumpkin spice in relation to lattes, but there is so much more this little ...
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Onion, Garlic and Salt Free Shawarma Seasoning
September 15, 2020
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This seasoning is both sweet and savory and is perfect for meat, fish, poultry and vegetables!! Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Paprika 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper 1 ...
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Onion, Garlic and Salt Free Thai Seasoning
August 30, 2020
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This recipe packs a punch! Have you ever eaten Thai food and the spice makes the nose run but you keep on eating it because ...
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Sauces, Dips, and Spreads
Yo Quiero Garlic and Onion Free Taco Bell Hot Sauce
October 7, 2021
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This recipe brings me straight back to my senior year of high school when “off campus lunch” was a thing and Taco Bell was on ...
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Paleo Instant Pot Blood Orange Cranberry Sauce
November 24, 2020
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My husband requires one dish on Thanksgiving and it is this cranberry sauce. This comes together so quickly and is a great dish to make ...
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Garlic and Onion Free, Sodium Free, Low FODMAP Roasted Red Pepper and Olive Dip
November 16, 2020
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Get your spoon ready! This recipe was a little bit of a silver lining during a week of challenging health. As you may have seen ...
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Garlic and Onion Free Low FODMAP Eggplant Dip
November 15, 2020
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I created this recipe as a low FODMAP replacement for hummus. I love hummus, like LOVE LOVE LOVE hummus. When I was pregnant with my ...
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Garlic and Onion Free Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
November 14, 2020
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This recipe came about as a gluten and nut free twist on classic Muhammara. This spread is smoother compared to the texture of Muhammara but ...
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Paleo, Whole 30 Coconut Yogurt Tzatziki
September 11, 2020
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Are you dairy free but really love your Tzatziki? Me too! I have created a tzatziki sauce using a base of coconut yogurt! I love ...
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Vegetables
How to Make Your Own Zuchinni Noodles “Zoodles”
February 17, 2022
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“Zoodles” AKA Zuchinni Noodles make a great pasta substitute and are simple to make at home. Buying pre-made noodles is possible in both the fresh ...
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Roasted Bell Peppers with Dijon Mustard
January 21, 2021
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I am loving the flavor of dijon mustard lately. Just a small amount provides so much flavor to many vegetables, bell peppers being one of ...
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Pumpkin Pie Spice Vegetable Puree with Espresso Topping
November 24, 2020
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This pumpkin pie vegetable puree is a dish I have been making for years but it wasn’t until a trip to Argentina that I discovered ...
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Roasted Green Beans with Holiday Seasoning
November 24, 2020
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With so many sides going on many Thanksgiving tables, this one is a cinch yet flavorful! This recipe is simply vegetables and seasoning. Green beans ...
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Garlic and Onion Free, Sodium Free, Low FODMAP Roasted Red Pepper and Olive Dip
November 16, 2020
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Get your spoon ready! This recipe was a little bit of a silver lining during a week of challenging health. As you may have seen ...
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Garlic and Onion Free Low FODMAP Eggplant Dip
November 15, 2020
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I created this recipe as a low FODMAP replacement for hummus. I love hummus, like LOVE LOVE LOVE hummus. When I was pregnant with my ...
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Poultry
4 Ingredient Baked Dijon and White Pepper Chicken Thighs
July 30, 2022
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Ingredients: 2 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs ¼ cup Dijon mustard ½ tsp white pepper ¼ tsp red chili flakes Instructions: Preheat oven to convection ...
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Patrick’s Power Tacos
February 1, 2021
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My son Patrick loves a sporting competition! Whenever there is a big game scheduled for recess or in his sport leagues, he requests that I ...
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Grilled Spatchcock Whole Turkey with “The Charles” Montreal Style Seasoning
November 21, 2020
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2020 has been a year of a lot of outdoor time which for my family has meant a lot of time with the grill!! We ...
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Spatchcocked Turkey with Pan Vegetable Gravy
November 20, 2020
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Put the roasting pan away and grab a sheet pan! I am about to show you a simple way to cook your Thanksgiving turkey with ...
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Grilled Adobo Seasoned Chicken Breast
October 9, 2020
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Supplies: Grill Grill Prep Tray Grill Tongs Mixing Bowl Citrus Press Measuring Tablespoon Marinade Brush Cutting Board Utility Knife Ingredients: 3 lb boneless skinless chicken ...
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Sheet Pan Shawarma Chicken Kabobs
September 16, 2020
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Supplies: Sheet pan Foil Mixing bowl Measuring spoons Citrus Press Poultry Sheers Cutting board Knife Ingredients: 2 lb. chicken breast 1 orange 1 tablespoon Onion, ...
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Seafood
Sheet Pan Dijon and Dill Shrimp
August 10, 2022
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Ingredients: 2 lbs raw shrimp, shell and tail off 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard 2 teaspoons dried dill ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp red chili ...
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Langostino Lobster Tails with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
December 4, 2020
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Supplies: 1/4 or 1/2 sheet pan Silicone baking mat Mixing bowl Ingredients: 1.5 lb cooked langostino lobster tails 2 tablespoons roasted red pepper sauce 1 ...
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Sheet Pan Shrimp with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
December 4, 2020
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Supplies: 1/4 or 1/2 sheet pan Silicone baking mat Mixing bowl Ingredients: 1.5 lb shrimp, shell and tail off 2 tablespoons roasted red pepper sauce ...
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Pan Seared Scallops with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
November 28, 2020
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Ingredients: 1.5 lb wild sea scallops Roasted red pepper sauce Instructions: Line plate with paper towels and lay scallops out on paper towels Pat dry ...
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Sheet Pan Baked Salmon with Onion, Garlic and Salt Free Shawarma Seasoning
September 17, 2020
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Supplies: Sheet Pan Silicone Baking Mat Mixing Bowl Cutting Board Knife Measuring spoon Ingredients: 1 lb Salmon Fillets 1 teaspoon Onion, Garlic and Salt Free ...
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Mahi Mahi En Papillote With Olives and Capers
September 13, 2020
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Supplies: Sheet pan 4 sheets of Parchment paper Mixing bowl Measuring spoons Cutting board Kitchen Scale Instructions: 4-6 oz Mahi Mahi Fillets 2 teaspoons Onion, ...
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