Let's talk about some yummy food! Yep! That's right! It's Recipe Time!

I know I have be slacking on sharing them with you. You'll have to forgive me. This crazy Alabama weather has put me in a slump! Well a slump is an understatement. If you live here then you will totally understand!

It was sunny and 70 yesterday and today it is freezing . We had a low in the 20's last night!

Yes I said 20's!

Let the yummy looking recipe posting begin! 

Well you know I gotta have my chicken (cluck cluck cluck)!

So I thought I would start with this : Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Link to the recipe here: http://thefoodiestfoodie.tumblr.com/post/74393464097/buffalo-chicken-lettuce-wraps-these-are-so-good?crlt.pid=camp.tDrhJD9POsI7

Or how about some slow cooker lemon garlic chicken yummy!

I am really loving all the slow cooker recipes I have been able to find lately. It makes my afternoons at home quick and simple and it allows us to eat earlier in the evening! Not to mention we still get to eat healthy!

Link to the recipe here:

 http://www.number-2-pencil.com/2013/05/23/slow-cooker-lemon-garlic-chicken/

Well the weekend is coming up. My kids have had spring break this week. So I thought I would throw in a fun dip that would also give a shout out to all of us that are Alabama Fans....

 It's called RAMMER JAMMER DIP! Hey I have never made it just stumbled across it. It looked yummy and very low carb! So can I get a Roll Tide?

 You can link to the recipe here: https://plus.google.com/+RecipePublishersSpringfield/posts/V7rkeCUM7bi

Okay lets talk about Pasta(yes i know that is a bad word when you are doing low carb).

Pasta is one thing I really miss but I love making spaghetti with spaghetti squash.

It was much easier that I thought. The texture was a little more firm that noodles would be like a nutty crunch! Not hard just different. With my normal sauce and meat and cheese combination the kids ate and loved it. I just made their plates and said were having Spaghetti they didn't question it. They came back for 2nd's and asked if I bought different noodles I said yes and they kept eating. 

You could do spaghetti or any other pasta dish your missing!

Link to the recipe of how to cook the spaghetti squash here:

http://www.pinterest.com/pin/234046511859405325/

or search pinterest for more directions.

or you can try this link direct link: http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/cooking/a/spagsquash.htm

I guess I could throw a pork chop in. I love pork but try not to over do the pork in our house because of my blood pressure issues. I found this interesting stuffed pork chop recipe that wasn't the same old same old grilled pork chop. It is a stuffed pork chop recipe. 

You can link to it here: http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/savory-stuffed-pork-chops

and I found this one for Crockpot Ranch Pork Chops.

I looked yummy and easy.  They show it being served with rice. You would have to choose a 

different side dish to keep it low carb. You can link to the recipe here:  http://www.raininghotcoupons.com/crock-pot-ranch-pork-chops-only-3-ingredients/

Here's another snack idea or an appetizer idea that looked really good!
Fried Mozzarella Cheese Balls!
You can link to the recipe here: http://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/fried-mozzarella-cheese-balls/080b083f-3752-4084-a030-06d04eecdfba/?nicam4=SocialMedia&nichn4=Pinterest&niseg4=Tablespoon&nicreatID4=Post&crlt.pid=camp.FWmIIVYgSgj9 

this looked like it might be worth trying also. I mean I love okra. I know not everyone does but I surely do.
Its pan baked crispy okra... What could be easier and yummier?
Oh it was called Paleo Crispy Roasted Okra.
You can link to the recipe here: http://nourishedandgrounded.com/paleo-crispy-baked-okra/

I found a casserole dish I want to give a go. Well that is when I have a chance.
We love philly cheese steak subs . Well if you do too you're going to love this.
This is a philly cheese steak casserole.
Link to the recipe here: http://www.grassfedmama.com/2014/02/08/low-carb-philly-cheesesteak-casserole/




Okay I will share one more.. I bet the kids will love. I saw this and though why have I never thought of doing anything like this before now. Can't wait to give it a try. I want to try this sooner than later!
No Crust Pizza Bites link to the recipe here:
http://www.ellaclaireinspired.com/2014/02/no-crust-pizza-bites.html



*disclaimer: I take no credit for the photos and recipes shared here from other sites. I am only sharing the information so others can enjoy it.

Today I wanted to talk about PROTEIN and where yours(ours) is coming from!

Sorry I haven't been posting a lot lately. 

But I hope have more and more post to share with you weekly!

I also wanted to share some post about what it means to cut carbs and couple sites I found that tell you how to limit you carb intake and get started on your way to low carbing with trying to hard.

I found this site that will give you an idea of where to get your protein from other than you know the normal stuff. The normal meats and eggs routine. you can link to it for a closer view and read the ideas listed on the photo. http://www.pinterest.com/pin/234046511859587991/

Here was another one I found that had some great protein ideas.
link to it here: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/234046511859587993/
these were just photos with foods listed the site takes us only to pinterest to get a better view of the photo.

Here is a list of some power packed protein snack ideas. Link here to find out more:

http://www.fitsugar.com/High-Protein-Snacks-2364906

Now this one actually takes you to a different site full of all the information you will need. about these great snacks with more than 10 grams of protein each in them.

This site shares some health and portable (yep! take a long) high protein snacks!

I definitely am an on the go person and need to keep these in mind! I am always on the look out for easy things that I can take with me in my day to day busy crazy life to snack on!

You can find and link to these here: 

http://greatist.com/health/high-protein-snacks-portable

this looked like something fun to share.. What's your protein IQ?

This is from a post on pinterest from women's health magazine. The link only takes you to pinterest.

But its bigger and you can pin it to your boards if you have one for nutrition facts.

link to it here: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/234046511859554282/

Here is the 7 ways for beginners to cut carbs information that found and wanted to share.

I thought it offered some good/great ideas that not everyone would have thought about immediately.

you can link to it here:

http://shine.yahoo.com/healthy-living/beginner-8217-guide-cutting-carbs-7-realistic-tips-233100569.html

I thought this would also help its a neat post I found about some of the myths and truths about low carb diets. It can be confusing and hard to follow if you arent sure what to believe.

So maybe this will help shine some light on any questions that you have had or might have still.

you can link to the full story here: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/234046511859594780/

the photo only talks about the low carb myths and truths ....This link takes you pinterest the full link takes you to the military diet. not sure what that is for sure...

Okay Enjoy and Happy Low Carbing.
I will share some more recipes soon!


*disclaimer: I take no credit for the photos and links shared here. I am only sharing these with others for information and knowledge.

RECIPE TIME!

THOUGHT I BETTER GET BUSY WORKING ON A RECIPE POST FOR YOU GUYS THIS WEEK!

I have been trying to really cut caffeine along with carbs this week. I tried the lemon water. I shared this on  another blog post a week or so ago. It's really good and seems to curb hunger a little!

Let's get started with the recipes. I know that's what you're looking for..

I found this recipe for Broccoli and Cheese Minnie Muffin cups they look easy fun and yummy. This site that you'll link to for the recipe actually has very detailed pictures...

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2009/03/broccoli-and-cheese-mini-egg-omelets-2.html

 

Okay so you all of sudden have a sweet tooth! well here is a link to a few recipes for some low carb desserts...

http://www.lowcarbmom.com/category/low-carb-dessert-ideas/

and if you have just be about to die for a starbucks.. here is lowcarb cheat version of a iced coffee...from there I found .. 

Low carb Starbucks Caramel Mocchiato

http://lowcarblayla.blogspot.com/2012/02/starbucks-caramel-macchiato-low-carb.html?spref=fb

So if you are like me and just got to have your chicken... well here's a yummy looking chicken recipe for you! use the link below to go to the site to find the full recipe.
http://www.bakeatmidnite.com/2013/07/mushroom-asiago-chicken.html
You'll have to go to their site to see the photo it wouldn't allow me to share the picture with you.

This looked good -- you know I have to throw more chicken in there and since the other recipe wouldn't allow me to share a picture i decided to use this one.
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/234046511859500051/ 
since it seemed to be a very detailed on.. go to the link for the complete recipe!

These looked interesting too.. Pizza Bites of a different breed... check the full recipe here: http://www.ellaclaireinspired.com/2014/02/no-crust-pizza-bites.html  




This one is called Mississippi Roast
It looked really really good. I just love a good roast!
here is the link to the recipe for it.: http://www.tablefortwoblog.com/mississippi-roast/#recipe
And who doesn't love a good crockpot fix it and forget it dinner? I know I do!


Okay I know this is just a few samples but it's a enough to peak your interest for today.
Remember to go back and look for past post with other links for recipes. More to come I promise.
HAPPY LOW CARBING!



Disclaimer:
I take no credit for photos or information in pasted graphics and links. I am forwarding and providing  and sharing with others only for information. 

WELL I AM TRYING TO KEEP IN THE SWING OF THINGS WITH THIS WEEKS MENU IDEAS OR FOOD IDEAS!

Mother Nature has lost her mind in the south! I mean seriously it is a nightmare!

We're having a heatwave one day and a freeze fest the next! 

This makes meal and menu planning a crazy thing to do.

But I am gonna throw all the crazy weather and seasons out the window and just GO FOR IT!

 First up  I found this yummy looking recipe.. at

 http://www.marthastewart.com/877005/mediterranean-chicken-lettuce-wrap-tacos

Mediterranean Chicken lettuce wraps (courtesy of Martha Stewart living)
They look simple yet yummy!

Next I found this tasty looking recipe at:

 http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/08/chicken-enchilada-stuffed-zucchini-boats.html

Chicken Enchilada Zucchini Boats!
I think I might have to try this one soon! 

Then I found a link to this awesome looking chowder. Here is the link to it: 

http://iowagirleats.com/2012/09/25/bacon-cheddar-cauliflower-chowder-a-low-carb-alternative-to-baked-potato-soup/

Bacon Cheddear Cauliflower Chowder

These were called Broccoli Bites for Kids..Well they looked good to me so I might be a kid!

I know Anthony is.. shhhhh! Don't tell him I said that! (He probably already knows.) 

Here's where you can find the recipe:

http://www.staceysnacksonline.com/2011/01/broccoli-bites-for-kids.html

Broccoli bites Yummy Looking idea for a side dish or a quick snack! I can hardly wait to try and make some of these!

Who doesn't love a fast squash casserole recipe? I know I love squash especially yellow squash!
It's one of our of favorite things to grow in  our spring/summer garden and we are always looking for yummy ways to have it! I found this squash recipe here:
http://simplyjuliana.com/2013/06/28/low-carb-one-skillet-squash-casserole/

One skillet Squash Casserole is what this was called! Sounds pretty easy! I like easy!

I found this Coconut Lime Chicken recipe on another bloggers site! looks really yummy!
I love chicken. I cant help it! Chicken is my favorite! Lol my husband says I should be clucking we have it so much!
Here's the link to the coconut lime chicken I found:

http://lowcarboneday.com/2012/09/coconut-lime-chicken-low-carb-and.html

coconut lime chicken follow link above to recipe.. looks awesome!

This looked yummy too.. its Green Chile and Chicken Enchilada casserole.

Here's the link to the recipe: 

http://www.kalynskitchen.com/2014/01/green-chile-chicken-mock-enchilada-casserole.html#more

Yum Yum! can someone please make this for me?


Okay I am hungry now! I found this awesome idea and I definitely want to run out and buy some mushrooms and give this one a try now sooner than later! Cheeseburger Stuffed Mushrooms! wow! yep! I am going to make these soon!!! Here is the link to the recipe so you can try them too:
http://www.foodimakemysoldier.com/2013/09/cheeseburger-stuffed-mushrooms.html




For those of you with a sweet tooth out there..Bet you didn't know that heavy whipping cream and sugar-free jello could be your friend? You can make this into a yummy dessert also remember the whipped topping in the can is carb free or it has a tiny amount per serving like 1 gram or so... amazing what you find out when looking for low carb things! here's a link to another bloggers site with more information and some recipes for your sweet cravings when you have them:
http://www.sugarfreelikeme.com/2013/11/easy-low-carb-sugar-free-dessert-pudding.html


I have made pie filling with this and used crushed honey roasted peanuts for the shell or the bottom!
Okay I think this is enough to share for now!
HAPPY LOW CARBING! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!