Garlic & Herb Cheesy Eggs with Avocado Toast

Breakfast is a time of the day when I really like to eat something filling and savory. This recipe is just that! It makes the perfect recipe for your brunch or lunch table for entertaining as well! With the garlic and herb flavors from the spreadable cheese paired with the creamy avocado and crunchy toast it is just perfection. This is also a great transitional recipe if you are re-starting a low carb lifestyle and slowly lowering your carbs. You can also customize this recipe with the cheese flavor you use, the toast brand, and how much avocado you prefer. 

Garlic and Herb Cheesy Eggs & Avocado Toast- Serves 1
1 egg
1 tsp heavy cream
1 Tbsp garlic & herb cheese spread, I use Alouette Brand or Boursin Brand
1/2 avocado
1 slice of your favorite toast, I use Daves Killer Bread (thin sliced)
salt
pepper
crushed red pepper flake (optional)
1/2 tbsp butter

Whisk together the egg, heavy cream and a pinch of salt and pepper.
In a small pan melt the butter and scramble the eggs to your liking. Then mix in the cheese spread and allow to warm up. Mix in the cheese with your eggs as it warms up.
Remove from heat.
Smear the avocado on top of your toast and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper.
Top with your egg mixture and ENJOY!

Culinary Gift Guide 2019

Happy December!

Whether you need a gift for a foodie, recipe creator, or culinary lover in your life OR you have someone who needs some joy sparked into their kitchen I have a few gifts that will be sure to help you out with anyone on your list! I even included a few smaller gifts that I absolutely love in case you need a white elephant, secret Santa, or stocking stuffer. 

Ninja Coffee Bar!

I use this baby every day. There are SO many functions but not too many where I get overwhelmed and dont need or use them. I love making pots or cups of hot coffee or a travel iced coffee for the road. The east of setting the timer as well as cleaning this coffee maker make it #1 on my list

Mine (refurbished)

Latest Model

Cuisinart Food Processor

This food processor is amazing. It is super quiet, really does the job too. No big chunks of unpulsed food is ever left. This is one product where I think you should splurge and get one GOOD food processor. I cant recommend this one enough. All the parts can also be cleaned in the dishwasher and it has enough functions to be useful and not so many that it becomes confusing. 

Mine (PINK)

Latest Model

Emulsion Blender

Perfect gift for anyone who doesn't have one! I use this ALL the time. It is so much easier to blend sauces in the pan they were cooked in rather than having to transfer (and clean!) a blender. 

I also dont think you need to spend the big bucks on one of these. The one I have works perfectly and I love it!

Blender

Air Fryer

I use my air fryer every day- sometimes multiple times per day! Its so much quicker and easier than preheating and waiting for the oven. The effortless way it crisps up food is almost magical. I have a 5qt and a 7qt and I would recommend both! 

Mine

Latest Model

Non Stick Pans

If you haven't upgraded your nonstick pans in a few year treat yo self! I recently upgraded and I'm mad I didn't do it sooner. Pots and pans just dont last like they should. I say, buy them on sale and upgrade them when you need to. No reason to sacrifice your dishes because your pans are not up to par anymore. 

Full Set

Hand Held Spiralizer

Obsessed is not a strong enough word. The price point cannot be beat and this is another gadget you can throw right in the dishwasher. If this isn't stuffed into some stockings on your list, it definitely should be!

Spiralizer

Veggie Peeler

This peeler is a must have! It might sound like overkill, I already have peeler and it works just fine.... but does really though? Does your hand cramp while using it? Can it peel tough items like squashes? 

If you need an upgrade I love this one and cant recommend it nearly enough!

Veggie Peeler

Sil Pat - nonstick mat

This mat is like magic! Everyone should have at least one in their kitchen! I use this for cookies, vegetables, breakfast bombs, pizza bites... anything I want to bake on a baking sheet and that I dont want to stick. Super easy to clean and SO useful!

Sil Pat

Spice Jars

Love LOVE these jars. I've had them for years now and love how they not only organize my spices but also how well they keep them fresh. They also have a magnet so you can stick them to your fridge too! 

Spice Jars

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LOW CARB Taco Eggs

If you are a taco lover like myself, you will absolutely love this dish. I make tacos a lot for dinner which means I always have leftover taco meat. This is one of my favorite ways to use it up and make a filling, low carb meal! I say meal by the way because I eat this for breakfast, lunch OR even dinner! Whenever the craving hits! The best part is you can use your favorite cheese, your favorite salsa, or even add queso or guacamole or whatever toppings are your favorite!

Taco Eggs- Serves 1 
1/4-1/3 cup leftover taco meat (beef, chicken, or turkey seasoned with Taco Seasoning)
1 egg
1/2 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp half and half
1/4 tsp Taco Seasoning
1/4 cup of your favorite cheese (I use a Mexican cheese blend)
Plus any toppings you choose!

In a bowl whisk together the egg, half and half and 1/4 tsp taco seasoning and set aside (add a pinch of salt if your taco seasoning doesn't have any in it)
In a skillet over medium high heat melt the butter.
Then add the taco meat and warm through, about 2 minutes.
Then pour the egg mixture over the top and scramble the eggs with the meat.
Then top with your cheese and mix in to melt.
Flatten your eggs to get the cheese crispy. Flatten and wait 1-2 minutes and then flip to crisp the other side.
Serve with your favorite topping!
I love salsa and sour cream with some chopped, pickled jalapeños! 
Enjoy!

DIY Yogurt Bark | LOW CARB Dessert!

Yogurt bark is all the rage right now BUT what I didn't realize until now is that this might be the most perfect low carb sweet treat EVER! You can customize this recipe to whatever you like as far as flavors and for whatever you have on hand. There are literally thousands of combinations so you can make any flavor-craving you are having at the moment. What I believe might just be the best part is you don't have to feel guilty because as long as you choose low carb ingredients you are good to go AND you're staying on track with your low carb lifestyle. This is the combination I used today but use whatever you like and have!

Yogurt Bark- Cherry, Almond, Chocolate- Serves 1

1 container of Oikos Triple Zero Yogurt, Cherry Flavor

3 Tbsp chopped raw almonds

3 Tbsp low sugar, no sugar chocolate chips

I used a 15 oz ramekin lined with a piece of parchment paper. 

Scoop in the yogurt and smooth into an even layer with a spatula.

Then top with all of your toppings. Lightly push in the toppings so they are submerged in the yogurt. 

Freeze uncovered for at least 4 hours.

When you are ready to eat allow to sit at room temperature for at least 5 minutes then break apart into chunks and ENJOY!

*UPDATED*

I recently made this recipe using Keto Ratio yogurt for more protein!

18g of protein for the whole recipe!

Coconut Cashew Yogurt Bark:

1 container of Keto Ration Yogurt- coconut flavor

2 Tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes

1/4 cut raw cashews, chopped

Combine the yogurt and coconut flakes. Then stir in 1/2 the cashews. Smooth into a small ramekin like THIS thats been lined with parchment paper and freeze for a few hours or overnight. 

Run the bottom of the ramekin under hot water to loosen the bark. Remove and break into pieces. 

Old Fashion Daiquiri

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It's been awhile since I have posted a cocktail but we are right in the middle of Summer and I thought it was a good time to post the best Summer cocktail ever! With only a few ingredients this one is easy to make but oh so delicious! Use a good quality white rum and definitely use fresh lime juice- it makes a difference, and make your own simple syrup. That will ensure a great cocktail the first time and every time.

Old Fashion Daiquiri- makes 1
8-10 ice cubes
2 oz of white rum
1 oz lime juice
1 oz simple syrup (recipe below)
lime slice for garnish
martini glass

To make a batch of simple syrup combine 1 cup of water with 1/2 cup of Swerve Sweetener in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat, allow to cool then add to a mason jar or a tuber ware and keep in the fridge.

Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice and cold water. Let it sit as you make the cocktail.

In a shaker add the ice cubes, rum, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake for 20 seconds.
Spill out the cold water from your martini glass. Pour the mixture through the strainer into the martini glass and garnish with a slice of lime.

*Tips*
- If this is not strong enough add another 1 oz of rum.
- If this drink is too strong mix in some plain club soda until you get the desired strength.
ENJOY!