This recipe is deliciously wonderful for when you want to have something ready quickly and easily. INGREDIENTS 4-6 Boneless chicken thighs 3 Cups of chicken broth (I use Better than Boullion) 1/2 Cup of diced celery 1/4 Cup of diced onion 1 Clove of garlic, minced 1 Tablespoon of Ranch dressing mix 2 Tablespoons butter 1/3 Cup of hot sauce 2 Cups of shredded cheese 1 Cup of heavy cream DIRECTIONS In pressure cooker, combine all ingredients except cream and cheese Cook under p

Having just made some Cole slaw and cut up more cabbage to ferment for Sauer kraut, I looked and saw how much more cabbage I had left over. I had the option of giving it to the chickens (they love cabbage) or making a side dish to go with the stuffed peppers I had just prepared to put in the oven. This is the recipe I decided to go with. Serves 4-6 Ingredients 1 small head cabbage, shredded (I used a 1.5-pound cabbage) 1 can Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, und

When most people think about diabetes, they think about blood sugar numbers, medications, doctor visits, and food choices. While these things are important, there is another side of diabetes that often remains hidden—the emotional and spiritual burden that many people carry every day. For some, diabetes begins with fear. Fear of complications. Fear of insulin. Fear of losing eyesight. Fear of kidney disease. Fear of amputation. Fear of becoming a burden to loved ones. Fear of

I hope you found the Chia seed information on a previous page good food for your brain. Now let's get some good food for your body. INGREDIENTS 1/4 Cup cacao powder 3-5 Tablespoons maple syrup 1/2 Teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 1 pinch of salt 1/2 Teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 Cups unsweetened almond milk (we make our own) or you can use light coconut milk for creamy texture 1/2 Cup chia seeds (I grind the chia seeds for better absorption) DIRECTIONS In a small mixing bowl a

One of the most frustrating things about living with diabetes is seeing a high blood sugar reading when you've been trying so hard to do everything correctly. You've watched what you eat. You've taken your medication. You've avoided desserts. Yet the meter still flashes a number that leaves you wondering, "What did I do wrong?" The truth is, blood sugar is affected by much more than food alone. Sometimes the reason for a high reading has nothing to do with a lack of effort or

If you've ever seen tiny black seeds sprinkled into yogurt, smoothies, or oatmeal, you've probably seen chia seeds. Although small, these seeds are packed with nutrition and have been valued as a food source for thousands of years. What Are Chia Seeds? Chia seeds come from the plant Salvia hispanica, a member of the mint family. The plant is native to parts of Mexico and Central America. Long before chia seeds became popular in health food stores, they were an important food

How many times have you been told that you "can't have ........"? I'm here to let you know that you can have.......!!! It is a simple matter of putting together your favorite dish or dessert in a way that is delicious and healthy. My husband, Michael, is a chocoholic. If there is any to be found it is found and consumed at lightning speed. Here's a brownie recipe that he not only loves but CAN consume in lightning speed. INGREDIENTS 1/4 Cup sugar free maple syrup 1/3 Cup br

I love to cook but when it comes to baking, I seem to have trouble getting it right. My blueberry muffins come out too juicy or not quite done on the bottom. So, I decided to try something different with the blueberry muffin recipe that I had. I figured it could not get any worse, so I put cinnamon into the recipe. Why cinnamon? I had heard that there was a dare (yes, a dare) that no one could swallow a teaspoon of cinnamon. Probably because it absorbs all of the moisture in

Trying to include dishes for my husband Michael, who is lactose intolerant, can be very challenging. Many low carb recipes come with sauces and cheeses. This one is a pleasant surprise. It is simple, flavorful and delicious. INGREDIENTS 1 pound Tilapia 1 medium Chayote peeled, cored and sliced in 1/4-inch slice 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped small, bite sized 1 medium sweet onion peeled, cut in half and slices in 1/2 rounds 3 cloves garlic minced 2 tablespoons olive oil

Having worked nights as a nurse and ended my shift about 7am, I would be hungry but not too tired to cook. This has always been my favorite time of the day. I am wide awake and, on the drive, home I am mentally going over my "to do" list. This is the time when I feel like I can do just about anything. My husband, on the other hand, is not a morning person. He is a teacher and being such works five days a week. He stumbles out of bed at the last minute, showers, takes his meds

Summertime signals the time for back yard barbeques, house parties and all other types of warm weather gatherings. A staple side dish is potato salad. Unfortunately, potato is synonymous with carbs. For those with diabetes it can put quite a damper on things. This recipe offers a refreshing alternative, and when put together right, offers your tastebuds a tasty delight. INGREDIENTS 1 large head of cauliflower cut into bite sized pieces 3 hard boiled eggs, shelled and diced

Thank you Stem and Spoon at stemandspoon.com for this wonderful recipe. It is Keto and Gluten-Free. I did, however, make a few small changes to the recipe but I will let you know what I changed. INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons avocado oil 2 tablespoons butter (or sub ghee or more oil) 1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch slices (I used a large, sweet onion) 1 tablespoon smoked paprika (plain paprika was used here) 4-5 boneless/skinless chicken thighs 1/4 cup dry white wine (or sub chic

Last night I made the most delicious spareribs that I think I ever prepared. It was amazingly simple but did take 2.5 hours to cook. There are only 4 ingredients (not including the meat) but the last one is the most important. INGREDIENTS Uncut rack of ribs (I used baby back ribs) Soy sauce Garlic powder Onion powder G Hughes Smokehouse Sugar Free BBQ Sauce-Hickory Flavor* DIRECTIONS Heat oven to 250 degrees Spray non-stick spray on large casserole dish Place ribs, meat side

I love breads and this muffin is no different. Although this muffin may satisfy for a moment it also reminds me of the One who said, "I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst." John 6:35. INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup flax meal 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons Splenda (or Monk fruit) 1 large egg 1 teaspoon butter 1 teaspoon cinnamon DIRECTIONS Put dry ingredients in coffee mug and stir Add egg and butter mix (

If you've spent any time reading about diabetes, healthy eating, or weight loss, you've probably heard the term glycemic index. It has been discussed for years as a way to predict how foods affect blood sugar. The glycemic index (GI) measures how quickly a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood sugar. Foods are ranked on a scale from low to high based on how rapidly they cause blood glucose to rise. At first glance, this sounds like a great tool. If a food has a low glycem

One of the most common concerns I hear from people with diabetes is this: "I have a husband and children to feed. I can't afford to cook separate meals." If you're feeding a family on a limited budget, that concern is very real. Many families rely on affordable foods such as rice, beans, potatoes, pasta, and tortillas because they are filling, familiar, and inexpensive. Unfortunately, these same foods can make blood sugar management more challenging for someone living with d

Born and raised in upstate New York then lived in Central New Jersey for 30 some years, I would never have tasted or even contemplated trying to cook a poblano, let alone make a sauce. I had never even heard of a poblano pepper until I moved to deep south Texas. Learning about different cultures and foods is so gratifying. I am proud to say that I can cook Mexican food that is incredibly delicious and low carb at the same time. Philippians 2:3-4 says "Do nothing out of selfi

I recently had a yen for something Italian, but I did not want the typical tomato sauce. I wanted to try something different, so I came up with this recipe. It came out delicious and my husband said it was a keeper. INGREDIENTS 29 ounces of Great Value tomato puree 6 ounces of Great Value tomato paste 14.5 ounces of Great Value diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons of minced garlic 1 large red onion, chopped into medium sized pieces 1 teaspoon of soy sauce 2 tablespoons of olive oil 1

We have between 2000 and 4000 taste buds and they are not all on the tongue. We also have cells that detect taste in the back of the throat, epiglottis, and even the nasal cavity. These wonderful cells let our brain know what we are tasting. Be it sweet, sour, salty, bitter, or savory, our brain then decides whether it is pleasing or not to eat. Because of our sense of taste, cooking can be a delight. Especially if you are cooking something that is familiar to you and you alr

Do you eat to live or do you live to eat? The answer to this question could quite possibly define the type of health and happiness you are experiencing right now. I used to think that I ate to live because I was always hungry. It didn't matter where I was, what I was doing or when I last ate.... all I could think about was putting food in my mouth. I used to work with racehorses and instead of bringing my lunch I would always walk to the restaurant and have a large meal. By t