Low Carb Mojito Serves: 1 Ingredients: 1 lime, cut into 4 wedges 8 fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup white rum 1 packet Splenda (or Stevia) 1 cup ice cubes Club Soda Preparation Combine lime wedges and mint in the bottom of a large cocktail glass. Use a muddler or the bottom of a wooden spoon ...
Posted on May - 19 - 2012
Low Carb Mojito
Posted on May - 18 - 2012
Flavors of Sardinia: Roasted Cheese, Bitter Honey
(Photo by david.niknvscanon) I watched Anthony Bourdain’s Sardinia episode of No Reservations the other night. It made for an interesting episode since his wife Ottavia’s father grew up there. I had 2 main thoughts. One, the cuisine there rather sophisticated. For all the talk about times being tough, they sure use a variety of ingredients ...
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Posted on May - 17 - 2012
Dreamfields Low Carb Rotini
Dreamfields Rotini pasta with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, garlic and ground beef.
Once again I want to stress the importance of following the cooking
instructions exactly! I boil the water, set the timer (but don’t hit
start yet), measur…
Posted on May - 16 - 2012
Should Your Wedding Guests Eat What You Eat?
(Photo by Thomas) If you and your significant other make different dietary choices, there are likely to be compromises when it comes to planning the wedding menu. But what if diet is yet another commonality between the two of you? And what if you’re both passionate about your chosen lifestyle? Should you impose your dietary ...
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Posted on May - 11 - 2012
Slimmer By Summer Weight Loss Challenge: Weigh-In # 4
Slimmer By Summer Weight Loss Challenge: Week 4: Weigh In Here’s my weigh-in for week 4 Starting Weight: 156.0 lbs Current Weight: 153.0 lbs Total Pounds Lost: 3 lbs Goal Weight: 144 lbs Oopsies!!! I forgot to weigh-in last week for week 3 but I stayed the same. For this week 4 weigh-in I’m down ...
Posted on May - 10 - 2012
Sick Again!!!
Hi Everyone, I’ve been sick with the flu and strep throat that I’ve only had the energy to make tea and go back to bed. I don’t use the word hate very often since I find it to be a very strong word. But in this case I’m going to use it. I HATE being ...
Posted on May - 10 - 2012
Gluten Free Does Not Equal Healthy
(Photo by Andrew-Hyde) Far from it. At best, I’d consider gluten free a starting point for further questions. I was eating out last month and asked for no bun with my burger. The server enthusiastically informed me that they have gluten free buns available. Great – I asked what was in there instead of gluten. ...
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Posted on May - 10 - 2012
Real sugar > fake sugar
There has been quite the increase in fake sugar usage in the past decade. Some of these artificial sweeteners are: high fructose corn syrup, aspartame, acesulfame potassium, and sucralose. These are prevalent in drinks and food that is advertised a…
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Posted on May - 09 - 2012
Step Up To The Salad Bar
May is National Salad Month! I know, I know – salad. It’s boring and you’re sick of it, right? It’s what dieters and rabbits eat and seriously, you want “Man” (or “Woman”) food. Not so fast! Who says salad has to be a bowl…
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Posted on May - 08 - 2012
Pan Seared Halibut with Ginger Mango Salsa and Cilantro Sauce
Yes, it’s a big name but way easier than it sounds and holy cow; so darn delicious I’m making this dish twice in one week!!! I made this for lunch yesterday and although I haven’t yet tried the following option…
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