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Deciding which fruits on keto to eat can get confusing — while berries like strawberries and blueberries are generally safe to enjoy, not all citrus fruits align with a low carb lifestyle. So, are mandarin oranges keto? Let’s look at nutrients and carbs in mandarin oranges (aka clementines or “cuties”) to see whether they fit in your daily diet on keto. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy....

FavoritePinShare Cast Iron Skillet Pork Chops are a quick and delicious way to serve a satisfying gourmet meal. The meat is coated with a garlic herb mixture before cooking and a hot pan creates a gorgeous sear. This easy skillet pork chop recipe is your new go-to fancy weeknight supper. Thick-cut pieces of bone-in pork are first marinated with olive oil, fresh herbs, and garlic to infuse more flavor into each bite....

FavoritePinShare I always get so sad when Christmas is over. I hate taking the lights down and especially the tree and decorations. It just brightens up the house and the cold of winter so much. Then we are just left with cold and snow. I try to think of the things that I like about the winter time. Which sometimes is hard because I hate the snow! But I do like to feel all cozy inside in a big sweatshirt and blanket and some hot chocolate....

This cheesy loaded cauliflower casserole is my go-to dish for weeknight dinners, potlucks, and even holidays — adults and kids alike love it! While I like to sneak this veggie into all kinds of cauliflower casserole recipes, like pizza casserole and cheeseburger casserole, this loaded cauliflower bake is my absolute favorite. It tastes like a loaded baked potato, but is also a lighter take on comfort food. What Is Loaded Cauliflower Casserole?...

FavoritePinShare The last night we were in Hawaii, we went to the nicest restaurant at Turtle Bay. I wasn’t familiar with most of the items on the menu but this one really stood out to me. The restaurant used fresh caught sea bass rubbed in chili spices and crusted it in macadamia nuts. This one was a winner! The last night was my absolute favorite night. It was so nice to be away in beautiful Hawaii with the hubby....

I grew up eating a lot of cucumber salads dressed in mayo or sour cream. I love them. Mayo gives cucumber salads that velvety creaminess and a pleasant tang. A special ingredient for the cucumber salad – chili oil Just to make things a little more interesting, I once added a little bit of Asian hot chili oil to the mayo dressing and it literally transformed the salad. No doubt....

The healthy Mexican dish is extremely easy to make and only needs a few ingredients: black beans and some spices. When it comes to amazing soup recipes, this is one you’ll want to keep on hand! There are different dishes you can pair this hearty recipe with, and I’ll tell you all about them in a bit. But first, let me tell you how to prepare your beans based on the type you’re using....

FavoritePinShare Chipotle Steak Rice Bowls are made with a tender and juicy steak, bell peppers, corn, and avocado over a bed of white or brown rice. These are quick and easy and absolutely heavenly! Chipotle is such a unique flavor full of smokiness and heat, that is incredibly delicious. Try the flavor in these tried and true, Barbacoa Beef, Grilled Shrimp Salad, and Stuffed Poblano Peppers. Chipotle Steak Rice Bowl My family loves anything Mexican-inspired and these Chipotle Steak Rice Bowls have been one of our favorite go-to meals when we’re craving anything with Tex-Mex flavors....

FavoritePinShare Chocolate Zucchini Bread is moist, sweet and filled with a hidden gem! It bakes perfectly and has a beautiful cracked sugar crust topping! Chocolate plus zucchini is a delicious combination. Try this Chocolate Zucchini Cake, Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting or Double Chocolate Zucchini Brownies for more dessert ideas. Chocolate Zucchini Bread Zucchini is my favorite summer vegetable. It is one of the best garden vegetables and grows abundantly for everyone to share....

FavoritePinShare So, my husband always complains about cupcakes. He prefers cakes instead. He says cupcakes are too dry and overcooked and the ratio of frosting to cake is off. I took that as a personal challenge to find a cupcake that is moist and fluffy like a cake with the perfect crumb to frosting balance. I knew as I was preparing this recipe that this would be the one to change his mind....

FavoritePinShare Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Sometimes I think I buy bananas so they can sit on my counter and get over-ripe just so I can make a delicious treat. With how amazing this cinnamon swirled banana bread was, I might just buy bananas every week so that I always have over-ripe bananas on hand! This bread was AMAZING!! My hubby took a bite of this and was screaming, this is the best banana bread you have ever made!...

FavoritePinShare Classic Baked Spaghetti is the delicious casserole version of the traditional pasta and meat sauce. With multiple layers of cheesy buttered noodles, melted mozzarella cheese, and onion beef sauce you’ll want to make this a new family favorite. If you’re looking to add more pasta casseroles to your collection then try out this Chicken Parmesan Casserole, or this Cheesy Cheddar Chicken Spaghetti Casserole. Don’t miss this similar version of Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole either....

FavoritePinShare Fried Green Tomatoes are extremely popular sliced and fried crunchy bites of tangy green tomatoes. They are totally addictive and easy to make at home! For great fried appetizers, try Crispy Parmesan Fried Zucchini, Mozzarella Sticks or Onion Rings. They are warm and crispy crowd favorites that will keep everyone happy while dinner is on the way! Classic Fried Green Tomatoes Green tomatoes are a great sign that fall is on its way....

FavoritePinShare Fluffy, melt in your mouth rolls are the perfect Copycat of Texas Roadhouse Famous Rolls. Watch these rolls disappear as soon as they hit the table! I declare these the best rolls in the entire world! Freshly baked, and so soft inside they are perfect, Try with this Cinnamon Honey Butter (which is BETTER than Texas Roadhouse Butter for a heavenly experience. Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls If everyone is truly honest with themselves they would all admit they go to Texas Roadhouse for the rolls....

FavoritePinShare Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole is comfort food at its finest! Soft and slightly chewy noodles, tender chicken, crisp vegetables, creamy and cheesy sauce and a buttery cracker topping. This will become a family favorite! There is just something about the combination of chicken and a warm pasta. There are so many ways to make a hearty meal with just those two ingredients. I especially love them as chicken and dumplings or chicken noodle soup!...

I love how this dish is done in less than 20 minutes! As much as I like cooking, I like eating more! And sometimes waiting for a dish that takes 2-3 hours to make (as my bolognese sauce, for example) is impossible! The amount of time that takes to boil the water and cook the pasta is more than enough to get the sauce ready. Isn’t that dreamy? Easy/quick dinner and time to go on a walk with my dog, catch up with some TV shows and finish writing a blog post?...

Looking for a good mashed potatoes recipe for Thanksgiving? Look no further! Today I’m sharing my grandmother’s recipe with you guys!! She makes the creamiest, most flavorful mashed potatoes in the world. Just in time for the big day, huh? :) What makes this recipe so special when there are so many variations out there? The onion! Seriously… I think adding the grated onion is what gives this dish an extra kick....

I love making this bang bang shrimp in the air fryer. All you need are a handful of simple ingredients, and you can whip up this easy recipe in no time. Why You’ll Love This Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe You’ll love this Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp recipe because it’s restaurant-quality but with only a fraction of the calories. So, if you love deep-fried foods but are looking for a healthier alternative, this is an excellent recipe for you....

I’ve been a long-time fan of turkey stuffing filled jalapeno poppers and never thought I’d enjoy something else just as much. Not until I tried these little morsels. They blew me away. I didn’t even miss the smoky flavor. The filling is sheer goodness. It’s not overly cheesy yet rich, creamy and has a nice texture to it. If you are tired of plain cream cheese or cheddar inside you popper, you must try this....

Traditional chicken Marsala is an Italian-American dish that has numerous iterations throughout Italy and the U.S. It consists of juicy seared chicken breasts in a creamy Marsala wine sauce made with garlic, shallots, and mushrooms. As that ingredient line up might lead you to suspect, it tastes heavenly. {FYI: Marsala is a fortified wine made in Sicily, often used for cooking. It’s rich and nutty, and you can find it at almost any grocery store that sells alcohol or at liquor stores....