Making sauerkraut at home is super easy. You don’t need giant crocks or hours of work. Cabbage, sea salt and (maybe) a little water and you’re good to go. Notes: Depending on light and temperature, sauerkraut should be ready in approximately 10 days.  I normally …more

If you are new to keto – or new to cooking altogether – these five keto cookbooks could make all the difference in helping you stick to your plan. There are tons of keto cookbooks on the market today. Some are basic, some are for …more

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I have decided to take a break. Not because I have reached my goal, but because I have to focus on my mental health. In my previous posts, I have talked about my depression, lack of energy and seeming inability to lose weight. In the …more

Uncertain times has to be one of the most uses phrases in recent months.  And with good reason. Like many others, I have had to limit my exposure to the current events.* I have been working hard to strike a balance between staying informed and …more

Like the name implies, with keto naked fried chicken, there is no need for marinade, breading or batter. (Surely, you didn’t think we meant frying the chicken while naked!) We’re talking deep fried chicken with gloriously crispy skin, ready to be seasoned with salt, pepper …more

I ate chicken burgers with garlic aioli several times this week, even though I was supposed to avoid garlic after my cyst excision procedure. I was happy to get in some exercise this week. On Sunday, I put out my deck furniture (not a lot, …more

The first day of this week starts off with a big keto breakfast and ends with a “results” photo. I have to admit – only because pictures don’t lie – that I’m pretty much back where I started. Which is okay for two reasons. First, …more

I’ve said it before, but good commercial bone broth is really hard to come by. It’s difficult to find broth with a decent taste, as well as a decent price tag. I don’t always feel like making my own and I would love to have …more

I tried a new rotisserie chicken recipe this week. I didn’t have any bones for the bone broth I was planning to make and I figured I could also have chicken I could use in salads. I didn’t do anything or go anywhere for the …more

I actually ate some paleo granola on Saturday. I allowed a few more carbs right before my workout – cutting the grass. I have a large, raggedy yard so I figured the carbs wouldn’t hurt. One serving of the paleo granola is only 1/3 cup …more

This is the week where I discovered that smoked brats contained more carbs than I thought. I bought a few packs, so I’ll try to consume them strategically, like on the day after a fast. Smoked brats are so quick and easy. I poke a …more

I had never ordered a wedge salad before; never had one at all. I just thought, who would want a hunk of iceberg lettuce? Well, I had leftover lettuce and decided to try my hand at making my own wedge salad. It was fantastic! I …more

Pan-fried turnips are as easy and satisfying as it gets – it smells so good when it’s cooking.  And bacon just puts it over the top! With this non-recipe, you can play with the ingredients as much as you like. Go heavy on the garlic, …more

I make my kale chips using a dehydrator. They are just as easy to make in an oven – and faster. I like to use curly kale. Rinse and dry kale (use a salad spinner, or wrap in a clean towel and pat dry). Place …more

A crazy, simple recipe for keto hot wings. No marinating, no breading, no frying! Serve with celery and dip; you won’t miss your favorite wing joint. Tips: No need to season the wings before roasting unless you want additional spice. If you are transporting the …more

To produce this fork tender chuck roast, all you need is salt and pepper and plenty of time. The work involved is minimal, but the roast will need to cook for 4-5 hours. The secret is a very low oven – 275°F. You also want …more

These perfect poached eggs take almost no effort at all. You will need these silicone poaching cups but, otherwise, just a skillet with a lid is necessary. I use the COZILIFE Silicone Egg Poaching Cups, but there are other popular poaching cups available that should work …more

This easy keto shrimp scampi only takes a few minutes from start to finish. Even if you’re new to cooking, keto or otherwise, this is one gourmet meal you can master with ease!   ————— Tips: Directions for thawing shrimp should be on the bag. …more

I am back on the kefir. As mentioned in a previous post, I have been taking SAM-e for depression. It’s recommended to take on an empty stomach, but I know from experience that I must have food on my stomach. I have also been putting …more