Candied Yams (also known as Sweet Potato Casserole) is staple on my holiday menu. The crunchy, caramelized topping and creamy mashed sweet potatoes taste more like a dessert than a side dish. ...
Easy & Cheesy Lasagna Bowls – Low Carb and Keto Friendly
When I made this recipe the first time, there were no leftovers. There's your first clue that it's good! The entire Bayou Bunch loves these lasagna bowls because they're super cheesy and rich. I love ...
Gluten-Free Healthier Pumpkin Bread (or Muffins) with Chocolate Chips
Turkey Day is tomorrow! I am looking forward to a day with family, celebrating all that I have to be thankful for. I'm making these delicious, festive muffins to have for breakfasts this week. ...
Chocolate-Covered Cherry Energy Bites, A Protein-Packed After School Snack or Healthy-ish Dessert
Healthy-ish snacks are one of my secret weapons. Having a few of these in the freezer can keep you from going out of control when a craving for something sweet hits. If you love chocolate-covered ...
Easy Chopped Thai Salad – Perfect for a Weeknight or Lunch Prep-Ahead Meal
I love a good salad! This one is perfect with Thai Chili Chicken Wings or pre-seasoned pork tenderloin for an easy weeknight meal, or use it as a prep-ahead lunch. The edamame and peanuts add protein, ...
Baked Parsnip “Fries” – Trust me, just TRY them!
I know what you're thinking! These parsnip fries are good! Plus they're healthy, Whole 30 and keto compliant, and super simple. I'd compare them to homemade sweet potato fries, but better. I can ...
Chicken & Kale Salad with Sorghum Vinaigrette Recipe (and what I’ve been doing lately)
Do you ever have days when you just want to be creative and do something fun? That was me last week. Call it procrastination, lack of discipline, ADD -- whatever, but I could not bring myself to be ...
Collagen Oat Milk Latte with Vanilla and Cinnamon
I'm not sure if you can really call this a "recipe," because it's so simple to make. However, it has been my favorite afternoon beverage lately, and I want to share it. The collagen gives skin, hair, ...
Tinga Chicken Taco Bowl
Spice it up this Taco Tuesday with a new spin on the usual Mexican fare. Seasoned with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this delicious meal brings a ton of flavor without the carbs. I'll show you how ...
Chickpea Summer Salad
This Chickpea Summer Salad is just right when you're craving a light side dish or meal. I served it with grilled chicken to add some extra protein. With tons of veggies and just a few carbs, this is a ...
Superfood Salad: A Nutrient Dense Make-Ahead Lunch or Side Dish
This healthy lunch or side salad is packed with ingredients that fight cancer and heart disease. The term "superfood" is more of a marketing gimmick than a nutritional category, but the foods in this ...
Entertaining Must-Have: Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers with Bacon
What's a keto-friendly, gluten-free appetizer that everyone will love? These Shrimp Stuffed Peppers with Bacon. If you're having people over for dinner, look no further for an appetizer that is sure ...