Do you want to feel better, look better, have your hair grow faster, get glowing skin, boost your daily nutrition, AND work on your gut health with one simple daily beverage? Well, YOU’RE IN LUCK, FRIENDS! I wanted all of these things, too, and created a blend of whole food (aka real and simple) ingredients…
Keto Hazelnut Lace Waffles
Last night, I catered and attended a rather impromptu little dinner party for a treasured friend and client. I feel so fortunate that I get to work with people I adore, and that oftentimes, I can surprise them with a menu that I know that they will love based on my past interactions. It’s the…
Never Fail Garlicky Green Bean Salad
Honeys, I have loved a good party since I was knee-high to a grasshopper, and it only continued as gatherings of food and friends populated so much of my life. By the time I was fourteen and given the assignment of visualizing my life 10 years in the future, one of my goals was to become…
Keto Morning Magic with MCT Oil Blended Coffee
“Tumble outta bed and I stumble to the kitchen Pour myself a cup of ambition” ~Dolly Parton, “9 to 5” Oh my word, I never fully understood what the heck Dolly was talking about “a cup of ambition” until I introduced the magic of MCT-oil-infused coffee into my morning routine! MCTs, short for Medium Chain…
Oodles of (Keto, Gluten Free, and Vegan) Noodles!
One of the hardest changes to make when you are transitioning your diet to gluten and grain-free, Keto, Paleo, what-have-you is giving up NOODLES, in my personal opinion. Spaghetti, fettuccine, lo mein, pad Thai, chicken noodle soup, peanut noodles, kugel – there are delicious noodle dishes from cuisines all over the world that are no…
Getting Saucy with Chef Nicole: Tzatziki for Every Belly
Tzatziki is one of my favorite sauces, whether used as a dip for pita or a creamy, cooling, herbaceous side for rack of lamb. Try replacing your dressing for Greek salad with this yummy condiment! Getting Saucy with Chef Nicole: Tzatziki for Every Belly Print Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins I…
Getting Saucy with Chef Nicole: Muhammara
Muhammara is a rich, walnut and roasted pepper based sauce to bring Middle Eastern flair to your palate. Try using it as a replacement for ketchup for a sweet yet rich alternative. Keto-friendly option can be made by replacing traditional pomegranate molasses with low-carb yacon syrup! Muhammara with Keto Option Print Prep time 5…
Getting Saucy with Chef Nicole: Sweet & Spicy Satay Sauce
Everybody loves satay sauce. Sweet and nutty with a little kick – (kinda like Chef Nicole herself!) – it’s also very easy to modify to accommodate most common allergies or dietary restrictions. In the gluten free, dairy free recipe below, you will find options listed to make your satay sauce keto and/or Paleo. Getting Saucy with…
Getting Saucy with Chef Nicole: Really Quick Romesco
The Romance of Romesco Romesco is a smoky, lightly spicy sauce made with roasted red peppers, almonds, and smoked paprika. It is as good on a sandwich as it is on freshly prepared meats and seafood, or simply used as a dip for crackers or crudités! Getting Saucy with Chef Nicole: Really Quick Romesco Print…
Getting Saucy with Chef Nicole: Cheater’s Chimichurri
I call this cheater’s chimichurri because we skip the hand-chopping usually involved. We instead use a blender or food processor to whip it up, and the flavor and texture results are fantastic! Chimichurri keeps in the fridge for 1 – 2 weeks and pairs well with just about everything, from simple chicken breasts to steak…