What Is Shepherd’s Pie? Shepherd’s pie, also sometimes called cottage pie, is a casserole made with a saucy meat sauce layer (traditionally lamb) topped with mashed potatoes. It’s not normally keto friendly, since it usually contains starch in the gravy and has mashed potatoes on top. Also, the vegetables in the meat layer are typically higher in carbs, including peas and carrots. Fortunately, making keto cottage pie or shepherd’s pie is not hard at all....
What is Hispanic Heritage Month? National Hispanic Heritage Week was first celebrated in 1968 in recognition of the outstanding legacy of Hispanic culture within America. In 1988, the week was extended into a month and fixed to fall between September 15th and October 15th in order to coincide with established celebrations throughout Latin America. Events are organized around the country featuring the best of Hispanic art, music, culture, and cuisine. What is Latin American Cuisine?...
This is what I had in mind when I shared last week’s pesto recipe. Okay, well not exactly. I had something like this in mind, as in, I wanted to create a vegan pesto pasta recipe, but I had a million different ideas as to what direction I’d take it. Maybe classic pesto pasta with just pasta and sauce? Good but not exactly a recipe. Maybe pesto pasta salad? Okay, but I really wanted a meal....
I’m not big on jarred pasta sauces. That’s not to say that I never buy them, but when I do, I don’t tend to feel very good about it. My family was pretty serious about their tomato sauce when I was growing up — I don’t think I ever even ate the jarred stuff before college. Also, marinara sauce was one of my favorite things to cook when I was a kid....
💍 What Makes This Recipe So Good I mean, it’s a dish so good it warranted an impromptu marriage proposal, so. And no, I can’t guarantee it’ll happen every time… but we’re batting 1-for-1 so far, and those are pretty good odds! This 7 layer dip will make you forget about all those other 7 layer dips you’ve had before. They’re part of your past now, and this? This is your future....
My favorite part of Middle Eastern meals is their delicious salads loaded with fresh ingredients. They perfectly balance the richness of the main course dishes of this cuisine. Today, I am sharing the recipe for one of my favorite salads from this region-Middle Eastern tomato parsley salad. This amazing salad is also popular by the name Lebanese tomato salad. Though this is a traditional salad from the Middle East, its simple refreshing flavors make it a perfect side dish for meals from other cuisines too....
Is breakfast important? There is an old adage which goes, “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper.” This indicates that breakfast should be the main meal of the day, followed by a moderate lunch and a milder repast for dinner. But in our busy morning schedules of shooing the kids out of the door and running out with our bags and coats flying, breakfast is the first thing that gets sacrificed....
Ingredients You’ll Need Here I explain the basic ingredients for my roasted asparagus recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. Fresh Asparagus – Any thickness is fine. My recipe calls for a pound (so grab that much at the store), but the weight will be less after trimming. Oil – For flavor, browning, and helping seasonings stick. I use either regular olive oil or avocado oil for a mild taste, or extra virgin olive oil when I’m in the mood for a richer flavor....
I developed these pickled beet tacos as my “What I’d Enter With” recipe for Aunt Nellie’s “You’ve Got Good Taste” recipe contest. Though I can’t enter officially (womp, womp), YOU absolutely can! You don’t have to be a blogger or a kitchen pro, either – you just have to develop a tasty recipe using plant-based ingredients, and especially Aunt Nellie’s jarred beets or onions (any cut, style, or flavor – they have several!...
Disclaimer Please Note: The information presented in this post is just an account of my own, personal experience. Everyone is different, and what worked for me and my pregnancies/postpartum recoveries may not work for someone else. I am not a medical professional, and nothing in this post is meant to replace the opinions and advice of your specific medical professional. Be sure to consult with your doctor, especially before consuming anything new....
Pozole Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for pozole rojo, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. How To Make Pozole This section shows how to make pozole soup, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card. Sometimes this is needed and sometimes there isn’t much....
Few things are as comforting as Rajma Chawal (translates to Rajma masala and boiled white Rice). It’s a homely and comfortable meal that the north of India swears by. Rajma masala is tasty and delicious no matter how you make it. It goes to the popularity and taste of red kidney beans that everyone loves. If you make it the way I have learned to make it, it will look like restaurant-style rajma masala and win hearts with its delicious taste....
What Does Organic Rice Mean? At Mahatma® Rice, our traditional rice varieties are all Non-GMO Project Verified. So, no matter which you choose, you’ll be enjoying quality rice for you and your family. However, our Organic White and Brown Rice is additionally USDA Organic Certified. But, what does that mean exactly? This is a term used for products that have been produced using cultural, biological, and mechanical practices that support great farming, promote ecological balance, and conserve biodiversity....
Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for roasted cabbage wedges, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. Green Cabbage – My cabbage was 3 1/2 pounds, so this roasted cabbage recipe is based off that size. If yours is bigger or smaller, you may need to adjust the size of your pan to accommodate the different number of wedges or consider doing multiple batches to make sure each wedge has enough space to roast evenly....
This sauteed spinach with garlic uses simple ingredients and makes the perfect healthy side dish to serve with your favorite meal, or as an addition to spinach stuffed chicken breasts and spinach artichoke dip! Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for spinach sauteed in garlic, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. Olive Oil – Any other neutral cooking oil, such as avocado oil, would work....
Life tip: homemade sushi is actually pretty easy to make. Rolling is a bit of an acquired skill, but it’s not all that hard, and making your own sushi is a breeze once you’ve got that down. So I’ve been making a lot of homemade sushi this summer. The rice cooks up quickly and the fillings often don’t require cooking at all. This tofu sushi is our latest household favorite....
I finally did it, and the tacos were everything I’d hoped…and more! They’re significantly easier to make than street corn — the filling cooks up in minutes on the stove, so no need to bust out the barbecue grill. It’s also perfect with other delicious taco ingredients like crisped corn tortillas and refried beans. Tip: Resist the urge to constantly stir or flip the corn as it cooks. Too much motion will prevent the kernels from browning....
If you miss oats on keto, you might like recipes like keto oatmeal or energy balls, which swap out the oats in the most delicious way. This easy almond flour oatmeal cookie recipe was originally published on August 24, 2016, and the post was republished in April 2021 to add updated pictures, useful tips, and some improvements to make them truly keto oatmeal cookies. The secret to making perfect diabetic oatmeal cookies is all in the ingredients....
This breakfast really is a treat. It’s super easy and requires minimal washing up. Follow me… Sweet Potato Hash Sweet potato hash is truly one of the most glorious things in life. Not much beats crispy sweet potato in a pan. Well, until we add a few other goodies that it. Introducing – Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash If I’m making regular sweet potato hash it’s usually to go alongside something else....
Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for taco bake casserole, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. Taco Casserole: You can make taco casserole recipes in many different ways. I’ll show you what I put in my easy version, plus substitution options: Olive Oil – Used for sauteing the meat and veggies in this taco bake. You can use avocado oil or any neutral cooking oil you prefer....
