Asian Style Broccoli

 My favorite recipe of the moment! This dish is literally the best broccoli ever! The perfect amount of each ingredient paired with some fresh broccoli and boom- amazing side dish that goes well with pretty much anything. I love to have this dish with some ahi tuna steaks! That has been our go-to Summer dinner this year. These flavors would also pair well with chicken or shrimp or tofu- whatever you like and have on hand. The absolute best part is this can be prepared in about 5 minutes... RUN and make this one!

Asian Style Broccoli- Serves 5

5 cups broccoli florets

1/4 cup water

For the sauce:

3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce

1/4 tsp Sesame Oil

2 Tbsp Olive Oil

2 Tbsp water

2 cloves of garlic, minced

2 tsp ginger paste or fresh ginger minced

1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Combine broccoli and 1/4 cup of water in a bowl and microwave for 2-3 minutes (depending on your microwave) to steam the broccoli. You can also steam the broccoli on the stove top. Drain broccoli of excess water after steaming.

In a medium size skillet add in the soy sauce, sesame oil, 2 Tbsp water, and olive oil. Then turn the heat on medium. Allow to bubble- takes about 3 minutes. 

Then add the ginger and garlic to the pan. Stir well. Cook for a minute then add in the steamed broccoli and stir to coat the broccoli in the sauce. Cook another minute.

Top with toasted sesame seeds, serve, and ENJOY!

Nutritional Information per serving:

98 calories

7.7 grams total carbs

2.7 grams dietary fiber

5 net grams of carbs

3.5 grams of protein

Sweet Potato Eggs

This recipe uses 3 main ingredients, some butter and some spices and WOW is it delicious. I love this recipe for transitioning back into a low carb diet because it's not super low in carbs coming in at 14 net so its great for everyone! Plus sweet potato have so many health benefits- they are a great source of fiber! And the fiber and antioxidants are great for your gut health. I also like to add in other vegetable to the sauté if I have them on hand- if you try this one let me know how you liked it down in the comments!


Sweet Potato Eggs- Serves 2
5 oz sweet potato, shaved into ribbons

1/3 cup white onion, chopped
2 Tbsp butter
4 eggs
Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste

In a non stick skillet over medium-high heat melt 1 tbsp of butter and add in the onion and sweet potato ribbons. Saute for 6 minutes stirring often to prevent burning. You want the sweet potato to get nice and crispy edges.
After 6 minutes move the sweet potato & onion mixture to the outer portion of your pan. Add in the rest of the butter (1 tbsp) to the middle of the skillet.
Crack your eggs into the melted butter and cook to your desired doneness. Flipping half way through cooking if needed.
Serve by scooping out the sweet potato mixture and adding the eggs right on top.
ENJOY!

Nutritional Information 

Per Serving:

311 calories

14 grams of net carbs

13.5 grams of protein

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!