So last night I watched “The Magic Pill” on Netflix. It was a documentary about eating keto and it was VERY interesting. While I’m always slightly skeptical about the biased nature of documentaries, I think it raised some really interesting points. Personally, I’ve found eating low carb has been extremely effective for weight loss and…
Recipes
Vegan / Vegetarian Enchiladas – Low Carb & Ketotarian
These low carb, vegetarian (aka keto-tarian) enchiladas can easily be made vegan by swapping out the cheddar cheese for vegan cheese. Either way, they’re simple to make and SO good to eat. Tools You’ll Need for this Recipe I recommend using a food processor for this recipe. If you’re okay with chopping by hand, make sure…
Low Carb Stuffed Mushroom Caps Recipe #NSNG
I came across an interesting stuffed mushroom recipe on Pinterest this weekend. They looked heavenly, but I’m not a fan of breadcrumbs or cream cheese, which is essentially all they’re typically made with, so I decided to get crafty last night and make them #NSNG friendly. Since I’ve started playing with the no sugar, no…
Almond Butter With Cashews & Peanuts
I’ve become a certified nut butter snob. Since experimenting with my own nut butter, Trader Joe’s brand now sadly disappoints. It’s true of most things… once you go awesome, you can never go back, and nut butter is no exception. Making your own nut butter is so easy and while it doesn’t save much in…
Greek Spaghetti Squash Casserole – Low Carb & Gluten Free
A simple, low carb casserole with the flavors of the Mediterranean. Okay, before I get into today’s recipe, I want to share a life-changing realization with you (that you may already know, but here goes…). Ready? You can microwave spaghetti squash Holy shit, did you know that? I didn’t and I’m a food blogger. I…
Vegan Chocolate Protein Pudding – OMG L.O.V.E.
Hey Guys! We’re getting dangerously close to Valentines Day, so I wanted to create something super quick you can make for your man that’s as sweet as he is, but also as healthy as he is (or hopes to be). This is the kind of dessert that would be great after a romantic meal for…
Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup
This recipe is for my vegan-eaters and plant-based enthusiasts. If you’re missing the chewy texture of meat, you might like this soup as an alternative. I’m a warm weather girl, and my inner princess is expressing a strong need to head to Cabo for a few days of much-needed sunshine. Gone are the days of…
Kale Salad Recipe (for people who hate kale)
Years ago, my friend Cyndi opened a café in a trendy area of Melrose, here in LA. This is how I first discovered the true delight of kale. One of the dishes Cyndi served at the restaurant was kale salad. Before I even made an appearance at the new spot, my other friend Jan talked…
Oven Roasted Crispy Brussel Sprouts
There’s an art to making Brussel sprouts crispy and amazing. Here’s how. Brussel Sprouts – the Breakaway Veggie of 2018 (and 2019). Brussel sprouts have made a considerable comeback in recent years. When I was a kid, they were the source of so much dinner table angst. I hated them. I swear they smelled like…
