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Joy Filled Eats: Easy Low Carb & Keto Recipes

by Taryn Scarfone

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Leftover Ham in the fridge? Here are some recipes to use it up!

Hi there Reader-- After any big family holiday there can be leftovers. We always have ham for Easter and there is always some left over. Sometimes it is enough for a whole meal, but often there are just some scraps. I like to use them up in one of these recipes: Cream Cheese Egg Bake Skillet Chicken Cordon Bleu (this is an easy stovetop version of my popular casserole) Ham & Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms I hope you enjoyed your Easter!

almost 3 years ago • 1 min read

Hi there Reader--- If you are hosting a party or gathering what is something that is a must? Appetizers! There are some that are traditionally low carb, like buffalo dip, but even those are normally served with chips and crackers. Check out my 5 favorite keto apps that are truly low in carbs. GARLIC PARM WINGS BLT DIP TACO DIP BACON-WRAPPED CHICKEN TENDERS SAUSAGE BALLS Can you guess what question I get asked any time I share a dip recipe? . . . . . What do I use to scoop up keto dip?...

4 days ago • 1 min read

Hi there Reader-- If you are the only one in your home on this way of eating cooking can be a challenge sometimes. I decided to put together a list of my small batch recipes. Recipes with 1 serving: Single Serve Protein CookieKeto Chocolate Chip Mug CakeKeto Frozen Hot ChocolateSpinach Feta OmeletKeto OatmealCinnamon Roll Waffle for OneSingle Serve Baked OatmealKeto Grilled CheeseKeto Spinach SaladBroiled Ribeye RecipeRecipes with 2 servings: Blackened Swordfish RecipeChicken Salad with...

11 days ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader--- I am guilty of just drinking coffee until noon on busy days. That's why I started planning my breakfasts in advance. If you are like me, make-ahead breakfasts are necessary on busy weekdays when I don't have time to cook fresh eggs and bacon. Here are some of my favorites: This Low Carb Granola Recipe with Almond Coconut and Sesame Seeds has the perfect crunch with just enough sweetness to sweeten your morning. It is great by the handful or as a cold cereal with almond...

18 days ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader-- Have you ever had a hard time planning dinners for the week? Me too. Over the past 10 years since I began food blogging there are a few low carb dinners my kids and husband request over and over again. And they are the same ones I crave myself. Adding these to the dinner rotation every week or two helps keep my meal planning to a minimum. I just make sure when I get groceries to get these ingredients. So, I decided to share our favorite keto entrees with you! This skillet version...

25 days ago • 1 min read

Hi there Reader-- When I was looking at stats for 2025, these are my 5 new recipes that were hits from the start. I hope you try them in 2026 if you haven't already! Cottage Cheese Egg Bake - With 13 grams of protein per serving, this easy breakfast casserole will get your day going. Baked Feta Spaghetti Squash - With fresh herbs, melty feta cheese, and tender spaghetti squash, you’ll be enjoying this delicious side in no time! Chicken Parmo - Tender breaded chicken breasts smothered with...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader--- It's 3:30 in the afternoon on a Friday as I write this and I'm hungry. This lull in between lunch and dinner can be hard. If you are hungry and someone tries to hand you a sugary donut it's a lot harder to say no than if you've just eaten a nice big healthy lunch. That's why I make sure to always have some snack options. Crackers, cookie bars, and fat bombs are a great way to tide yourself over until dinner. And for a special treat make yourself a mug cake instead! These...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader--- It's been pretty cold here in the Northeast this winter and I can't think of a better way to warm up than with a rich and creamy mug of homemade low carb keto sugar-free hot chocolate. My kids love this stuff and the adults do too! This is absolutely the BEST hot chocolate ever. It has only 4 ingredients and 4 net carbs and takes a few minutes to whip up. Recipe -> Hot Chocolate Not a hot chocolate fan? Try this KETO CHAI LATTE.

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader--- After 22.5 years of marriage and 6 kids, we don't go out for Valentine's Day anymore. We try to get a date night at least once or twice a month, but gave up going out on February 14th years ago. We prefer to stay home, relax, and maybe eat a special dinner and dessert. But we also love to throw a couple's party sometime in February with our closest friends. I created a curated list of my favorite gifts to enjoy together on Valentine's Day. With categories for Breakfast in...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hi there Reader-- If you are having trouble getting on track (or even thinking about it) I have some help coming your way. For the month of January, I will be sending one email a day to help you stay on track.Click HERE to get 31 days' worth of recipes and tips.

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader--- It can be hard to get back on track if you cheated over the holidays. I've done it before. And it is. But it's super important to not let a little splurging totally derail your healthy eating habits. One of the ways I ensure my success is to spend a day and meal prep for the upcoming week. Everything from breakfast to snacks. Having prepared food in the fridge makes me much less likely to reach for a leftover Christmas cookie. BREAKFAST: This is the ultimate easy egg bake...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read