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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!

Hey there, So many of you have been asking about this recipe lately… and I completely understand why. This is one of those dinners that tastes like it simmered all day—but comes together so easily. It’s rich, cozy, and packed with flavor, yet simple enough for a busy weeknight. Honestly, it’s the kind of recipe you make once… and then keep coming back to. Here’s why everyone loves it: Juicy, flavorful chicken thighs (no dry chicken here!) A creamy, perfectly spiced sauce Simple...

Hi thereReader-- Anyone else love a bowl of cold cereal with milk? Maybe because I grew up eating it almost every morning but there is something about cereal that is comforting. Especially the carby sugary ones. So what's a girl to do when those aren't an option? Make a simple, sweet, grain-free granola! 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...

Hi there Reader--- Celebrate with light, vibrant, and easy-to-make dishes! Perfect for Taco Tuesday or a special party for the 5th. Tajín Cucumber Salad (refreshing spring side) Cucumber Avocado Salad (cool and creamy!) Simple Guacamole (great with chips or tacos) Fresh Tomato Salsa or Roasted Jalapeno Salsa Homemade Cheese Tortillas (2 ingredients - coconut flour and cheese) BONUS Cilantro Lime Marinade - instant flavor boost for grilled chicken!

Hi there Reader--- Getting great reviews on my recipes always makes me so happy. I wanted to share this review from Mike with you: I made your BBQ Meatloaf a couple of times in the last 2 months. I am known as the worst cook in Kansas. I followed your recipe exactly and then had a brave friend over and he and I both went crazy over it! He said, "You did NOT make this. You paid someone to make this! It is awesome!" He's right. But I did cook it myself. It is super yummy, easy to make, has a...

Hi there Reader-- I just had to share this keto-friendly tres leches cake recipe with you today! It has all the rich, creamy flavor of classic tres leches—soaked in a sweet milk mixture and topped with fluffy whipped cream—but without the sugar and carbs. It’s surprisingly easy to make and still comes out incredibly moist and delicious. Perfect if you’re trying to stay low-carb but don’t want to miss out on a really satisfying dessert. Here’s the...

Hi Reader, Taco Dip. At any party or gathering, I've been to it is always one of the first appetizers to disappear. With just 5 Ingredients I really think this Layered Taco Dip will become a staple appetizer for your family too. We love to scoop it with raw peppers, chips made from low carb tortillas, thinly sliced zucchini, cucumbers, or even use it to fill mushroom caps. Taco Dip For more delicious low carb dips and appetizers CLICK HERE. Taryn Loving these emails? To get an email whenever...

Hi there Reader- We love a good sliced ham for dinner, but even with a family of 8, we will end up with more leftovers than we can eat. Here are my 5 favorite low carb ways to use it up! Cream Cheese Egg Bake Ham & Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Grilled Stuffed Chicken Breast Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Loaded Stromboli LMK if you try any!

I wanted to wish you and your families a Happy Easter! And share this amazing quiche in case you need a last minute brunch idea :) This satisfying Keto Quiche recipe is so flavorful and easy it’s one for the record books. Hearty eggs, creamy cheese, and ham are beautifully seasoned and cooked in this quiche. Once that first bite hits your tongue you will be hooked. Keep this recipe handy because you will need it again. Get the recipe: Keto Quiche

Hi there Reader--- I bake when I'm stressed (there is just something about the smell of fresh cookies that is calming) and it's better to keep to my low carb baking than fall back on sugary cake mixes or cookies. Here are my go-to's for keto baking: A great sweetener is a key to baking success. I’ve found that by using a combination of granular sweeteners and stevia I can save money while enjoying a low carb sweetener that tastes just like sugar. Sugar-Free Sweetener Use it in Keto Cowboy...

Hi there Reader--- This light asparagus quiche is perfect for spring mornings: Asparagus Quiche Recipe It’s simple, fresh, and lets seasonal asparagus shine. Enjoy!