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This is the BEST keto grilled cheese sandwich I’ve ever made – and I’ve made it with many low carb bread recipes, but seriously, the version with my keto bread mix beats them all. 😉 Two slices of this fluffy, chewy white bread are toasted around a melty layer of cheddar cheese, giving this dish total comfort food flavor without the carbs. It’s a filling meal, so I like to serve the low carb grilled cheese with raw keto veggies or keto tomato soup for a classic flavor pairing....

What is Kung Pao Beef? Kung Pao Beef is a westernized version of the classic Szechuan dish called Kung Pao Chicken. Interestingly, many sources I’ve encountered note that Kung Pao Chicken is far more famous and popular outside of China than it is in the country that invented it. The dish features a full range of tastes and aftertastes: peppery hot and spicy, savory and slightly sweet and sour. It is said that Kung Pao Chicken was a favorite dish of a Szechuan governor during the Ch’ing dynasty (1644–1911), after whose official title, ‘Kung Pao’, the dish was named....

FavoritePinShare This Lemon Berry Trifle is perfectly tart and sweet, with a citrusy lemon cake, vanilla pudding, whipped cream and a load of berries! It’s the perfect dessert for Spring. Happy Spring! It’s Ashley here from The Recipe Rebel and I’m bringing you one of my favorite combinations ever: lemon and berries. Are you all lemon lovers?? When I was young, I despised lemon. It was sour, and tangy, and definitely not rich and chocolatey like dessert should be....

This post is sponsored by Boiron. All opinions are my own and I only share products I personally love. Thanks for supporting the brands that make this site possible! This loaded roasted cauliflower salad recipe is a medley of smoky, creamy, and cheesy tastes… a lot like a loaded cauliflower casserole, but in salad form! It’s perfect as a side for summer grilling, but the hearty ingredients are also available all year round....

Most people might not think about making egg casserole without bread or potatoes, but you won’t even miss them when you make this healthy low carb keto breakfast casserole recipe. It’s a delicious way to start your day on a good note… and an easy one. With super simple ingredients and some spices, it comes together quickly. I hope this sausage, egg, and cheese casserole will become a staple at your house like it is in mine....

This keto French onion soup tastes just as rich and flavorful as the real deal, without all the carbs! Instead of using regular bread to top it, we’re using my keto 90-second bread! Keto onion soup (aka healthy French onion soup) is made with just 9 basic ingredients, with caramelized onions as the star, that come together in a luxurious way. It’s perfect for entertaining, as this low carb French onion soup can be made ahead and assembled and broiled right before serving....

FavoritePinShare Marinated olives are a fancy appetizer that comes together with little effort and inexpensive ingredients! Meaty, flavorful olives are layered with fresh herbs, spices, and olive oil for an experience your taste buds will absolutely love! Appetizers can easily outshine an entree. Nothing beats a little finger food! This Halloween charcuterie, avocado egg rolls, and spinach artichoke dip with crostini are some of my current favorites! Amazing Lemon Herb Marinated Olives Recipe I love olives....

Food boards are my favorite way of entertaining guests. From a classic cheese board or charcuterie boards, to Bruschetta bars or sandwich platters, and even a dessert board, I am always coming up with a new way to display food in a fun way for my guests at intimate gatherings to share. The boards/platters create wonderful social occasions and encourage people to talk and socialize! This Post is sponsored by TRISCUIT and Sabra....

Spicy ginger and warm cinnamon are two of my favorite spices, and while they appear most commonly in baked goods here in the United States, they are more frequently used in savory dishes in Moroccan cooking. When combined with other traditional Moroccan ingredients, such as cumin, parsley, and lemon, these warm spices make for recipes bursting with flavor—and today’s turkey Moroccan meatballs are no exception. Sorry Italy—you might be the first country named in a meatball word association game (thanks to classics like Meatball Casserole), but meatballs are a dish loved around the world, and today Moroccan flavors are taking center stage....

The holidays are prime season for dips, chips, and all sorts of cute little morsels made to be munched in a single chomp like today’s mushroom puff pastry bites. Whether you’re hosting a soiree, feeding surprise guests, or drifting from party to party in your light-up snowman sweater, the appetizer spread is a critical component of any holiday event. I mean, a party without Crab Stuffed Mushrooms or Salmon Croquettes is just sad—right?...

Everyone loves those meaty and cheesy layers of lasagna, it’s no wonder people miss it on keto. You don’t have to miss out, though! I often make lasagna with vegetable noodles, such as zucchini lasagna or eggplant lasagna, and a just-like-the-real-thing keto lasagna with noodles as well. But with this 5-ingredient no noodle lasagna recipe, you don’t need a noodle layer at all, which makes it even lower in carbs and faster to make....

But while all those ingredients make for an incredible tasting soup, the star of the dish is the gnocchi. These soft, pillowy chunks of heaven make this soup melt-in-your mouth good. And while you might think it’s as hard to make as it is to spell it, think again! This recipe is so easy, you’ll have it on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes. Recreate this Olive Garden favorite in the comfort of your home....

Chicken breasts can’t be beat. They save the day. I always have a few vacuum sealed breasts in the freezer, ready to be quickly defrosted in a bowl of cold water and cooked. And if you want a complete meal, just throw in some veggies before putting the chicken in the oven. This time of the year I love using new potatoes. They are so buttery tender and delicious that I just can’t pass on them....

These pan fried chicken thighs (a.k.a. pan seared chicken thighs) are an essential recipe for busy weeknights, quick healthy dinners, or anytime you have an extra pack of chicken to use! I’ll show you how to make chicken thighs on the stovetop super fast — they go with everything from salad to pastas. And best of all, pan frying chicken thighs makes the meat super juicy and flavorful with minimal ingredients....

FavoritePinShare Pancit is a traditional Filipino stir-fry made with tender chicken, carrots, cabbage, and thin pancit noodles. The delicate rice noodles and savory sauce have made this meal a favorite for generations. This easy pancit recipe comes together quickly and is the perfect weeknight meal for your family. My kids absolutely love these noodles, and any time I make stir fry they request pancit noodles. I have you covered if you need more pasta recipes your kids will love....

FavoritePinShare Pumpkin Sausage Pasta How to Make Pumpkin Pasta It’s a quick and easy and on your dinner table in 30 minutes. Perfect for any day of the week! Pasta: Use a good sturdy pasta like Penne Olive Oil: Perfect for pasta dishes Sausage: Use extra lean sausage for a healthier dish Garlic and Onion: Finely chopped and minced Red and Yellow Pepper: Chop into bite sized pieces for easy eating Chicken Broth: Could use Beef or Veggie Broth Canned Pumpkin: Please don’t use canned pie filling, that would be bad Heavy Cream: Can sub out for half and half....

Salty, meaty, and loaded with veggies, it’s pure nostalgia in a bowl. I mean, what’s not to love? It’s a beautiful union of chewy egg noodles, savory chicken, earthy mushrooms, sweet vegetables, and an outrageous broth. Oh, and let’s not forget about the crusty bread bowl, either! Together, they make a hearty chicken soup so good you’ll inhale it. So, while it does call for many ingredients, I don’t mind making this for my family....

Cooking steak on the grill can feel intimidating, but not to worry — your perfect grilled steak guide is here! I’m spilling all the secrets for grilling sirloin steak (or any cut, for that matter), so you can cook the best grilled steak every time. Plus, check out my tips for choosing the best steak to grill and seasoning variations. (No grill? Learn how to cook flank steak, New York strip steak, or sirloin steak in the oven instead!...

FavoritePinShare The Polynesian Cultural Center is a must to experience while in Oahu. It was so fun to experience all of the different cultures of Hawaii. The best part was the luau. They served these delicious cookie pineapple dessert bars. I wanted to recreate them but I added a little twist. Cheesecake. I almost titled these Better than Hawaii Dessert bars. All of the delicious flavors of Hawaii in one delicious bite....

Unless you are about to depart for the Virgin Islands or live in Hawaii, I highly recommend you shut down your Facebook feed. The current onslaught of warm-weather vacation photos being posted by extended acquaintances can be a little demoralizing. I could become bitter, but instead, I’m fighting back with this glazed pineapple salmon. It’s a beach vacation in every bite! If you live near a sunny beach, I hope you enjoy this recipe (or try this Blackened Salmon) with some freshly caught large salmon fillet from your local market (I’m not jealous at all!...