Are you missing pasta? Are you possibly also missing the childhood favorite Hamburger Helper? Well, miss it no more! This recipe for Cheeseburger Casserole is the perfect substitute. (Except this version is actually GOOD for you!)
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Keto Diet After Bariatric Surgery
Have you been wondering if the Keto diet after bariatric surgery is right for you?
I most certainly have. We know the low carb Keto diet after bariatric surgery is really trending right now, so if you are interested, we want to help you figure out exactly how to start for yourself.
After having a baby and not being able to take off the weight I regained by eating my primarily Paleo eating plan, my husband and I decided to give the Ketogenic diet (aka “Keto”/low carb/LCHF — Low Carb High Fat) a try. I’m hoping this will be a helpful guide to set you on the right path to losing weight on the Keto diet after bariatric surgery. I’m going to share with you exactly how my husband and I are doing it.
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Keto Mini Pizzas
Keto seems to be all the craze in the bariatric community, and so my husband and I decided to give it a try to see what all the hubbub is about. I have quite a bit to say about it, and I will do so in an upcoming post, but in the meantime, I’ll just say that my husband is dropping weight like crazy on keto! You would never believe it, but I’m positive the key to his success are these keto mini pizzas!
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Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers (Low-Carb, Keto)
Have you low-carb eating friends feel you’ve been missing out on your favorite sandwiches? Well, have I got an amazing healthy alternative for a classic for you… the Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers! You will not even miss the bun. Promise!
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Crispy Savory Chicken Thighs
Lemon Thyme Chicken Thighs
Ever have those nights where you are slammed with so much going on, it would be easier to pick up take out than spend time in the kitchen preparing a healthy meal? (Oh, is that EVERY night? …Actually, I can relate.) Well, this recipe for lemon thyme chicken thighs is intentionally SUPER easy, perfect for even the craziest of “those nights”.
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Healthy Shepherd’s Pie
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and every year for as long as I can remember, my family has had corned beef and cabbage. And sure enough, every year *someone* points out that it’s more of an American tradition than an Irish one. (Not that there is anything wrong with that; it’s one of my favorite dishes!) So this year, I decided to present you with a recipe that actually is much more Irish: Shepherd’s Pie.
Shepherd’s Pie recipe with the cauliflower topping!
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Baked Buffalo Wings (Paleo, Whole30)
Sorry, Cam Newton, but according to my nine-year-old son, I win Super Bowl MVP this year for these baked buffalo wings!
They are so crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the flavor is to die for. I’m especially fond of them because they’re Paleo and Whole30 compliant! To make them so, I use Frank’s Red Hot sauce and ghee (aka clarified butter, but grass-fed butter also works well) for the buffalo sauce. I don’t know if it’s because I’m pregnant, but I have been dousing everything in Frank’s Red Hot sauce. It just tickles the taste buds something fierce! It’s such a great brand, and it has so few ingredients: aged cayenne red peppers, vinegar, water, salt, and garlic powder. That’s it!
As far as hot sauces go, it’s perfection.
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Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies
Confession: I have been so back and forth about Paleo desserts since starting this new lifestyle. Ultimately, I thought that I had decided that it wasn’t for me because I grew up with such an unhealthy relationship with sugar, and subbing ingredients doesn’t help me get over that emotional aspect of “treats” and the shame I always felt. I had decided I would never even bother experimenting with baking Paleo goodies, and just stick to fresh fruit, which I genuinely love anyway.
I never intended to make that decision for my kids though, because I don’t think they eat sweets to feed their feelings like I did. If it’s their birthday, then I’m going to make them a real birthday cake, with real ingredients, because real food is always best. No guilt or shame allowed! (If you want a treat, make it at home with real ingredients and ENJOY it. Just eat it for the right reasons, not as a self-soothe, and take only what you need. That’s my take.)
OK, so how did the Paleo chocolate chip cookies come about then? Glad you asked….
Balsamic Chicken Thighs
I love a good, sweet balsamic reduction glaze, especially over juicy chicken thighs! This recipe for Balsamic Chicken Thighs is easy enough for a casual dinner at home, but fancy enough to impress dinner guests. It is low-carb, and is friendly for both our Paleo and Whole30 friends!
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