Cauliflower is one of the most versatile ingredient in a low carb diet. It can be used to replace meat like a cauliflower steak, shredded and used in place of high carb rice and it can also be eaten raw, baked, grilled, boiled, broiled...pfew! The possibilities are endless and I [...]
We are finally in salad season!!! Mother nature has taken her time to bring us warm breezes and lots of sun and with this glorious weather comes BBQ season. A perfect time to spend your days outside with friends and family to enjoy simple yet delicious low carb foods foods. [...]
Our family is really big on salads but my hubby is more partial to salads that are not leafy. He prefers slaws, bean and more interesting combinations of flavours. The exotic combination of curry and Tamari sauce make this an interesting side dish to bbq meats or a simple cheese [...]
These chewy scones are low carb, gluten free and made with only 7 ingredients. They make a great accompaniment to any meal or on their own as a yummy snack. Only 4g net carbs and 5 g of protein! Savoury Low Carb Zucchini and Cheddar Scones - - Zucchini (shredded), [...]
I love the change of seasons in South Western Ontario. The air is crisp and the leaves put on a stunning display of colour. It is also the start of pumpkin spiced everything so I thought I would hop on the band wagon with this delicious Pumpkin Spice Almond Cake. [...]
Like many vegetarians I have a bit of an issue with iron but eating leafy greens like spinach will definitely help along with the help of an iron suppliment. We all know that Popeye made himself super strong by eating spinach, but you may be surprised to learn that he [...]
I work in a Section 23 classroom for kids with acute mental illness. They are between the age of 12-18 and the program is designed to integrate kids back to school while earning a few high school credits and taking part in an intense therapy component. There are 8 students [...]
This summer salad has everything one would need for a perfect summer salad. Plump red strawberries and BBQ'd chicken combined on the same plate. It's low carb, gluten-free, and packed with protein but its a perfect combination of sweet and savory. I used shredded cheddar but feel free to use [...]
This salad makes a nice light meal for lunch or dinner and the addition of the tofu ups the protein count. You may choose to not blanch the red cabbage but I like the way the purple pops after blanching and the flavour seems to be more intense. The best [...]
Fish is an excellent source of high protein and other nutrients. Research over the past few decades has shown that the nutrients and minerals in fish, and particularly the omega-3 fatty acids found in pelagic fishes (costal/oceanic fish), are heart-friendly and can make improvements in brain development and reproduction. Although [...]
My garden has truly been a garden of plenty and I am amazed every time I go out there. Zucchinis are like baseball bats, cherry tomatoes by the truck load and once dug up my carrots are lovely bunches of orange goodness. They are not long leggy ones like you [...]
I have such a pile of tomatoes everyday from my garden I have a hard time keeping up with the harvest so enough was enough, time for some soup! While I was making this soup I was actually short a few so out to the garden I went to harvest [...]
I definitely have the epitome of the garden of plenty this year. Just when I think I have picked all the vegetables that are ready to eat from my garden I get another glimpse of a bright red tomato or a freakishly huge zucchini or a fat little juicy cucumber [...]
I didn't grown Arugula in my garden this year and I have to admit I regret that. All parts of the plant are edible including the seeds, pods and flowers. Next year Arugula will be a must have! Many of our meals just lately have included Arugula either in the [...]
Salads don't always have to be complicated and when you are at a bit of a loss for something different to have for lunch raid your crisper and throw something together. You might find you love the new flavour combination. For this salad I did just that. A little this [...]
We had a Post Canada Day party on July 4th (yes, Happy 4th to our neighbours south of the border) this year as the weather was less than optimal on July 1 and we were also up north visiting my mom for her 70th birthday which was July 2 (Happy [...]