I didn’t believe it. But it’s true. Using mayonnaise as your marinade will produce a crisp and flavorful steak. In your cast iron skillet! Here’s what happens. Mayonnaise is fat and it becomes a wet brine which helps the spice stay on the steak instead of ending up floating all over the pan. The mayonnaise helps create that thick crust with a char without burning the steak … [Read more...] about Ribeye with Mayonnaise Marinade
Waffles – Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free
Oh. yes. you. can! Diabetic Kitchen now has a NEW even lower carb pancake and waffle mix. My mom loves them plain. My grandkids think they are the best pancakes and waffles they have ever had. To top it all off they are healthy for you. The pancake recipe is on the can ... here is what you do to make waffles. You can get the NEW Pancake & Waffle mix here or you can … [Read more...] about Waffles – Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free
Slow Cooker: Smokey Collard Greens
Cleaning and trimming collard greens takes the most “difficult” part of this recipe. After that, it’s easy. For years I stayed away from collard greens recipes. Didn’t make them or eat them growing up so why venture into unknown waters! What I found out is that it is easy. Taste great. Good for you. Add a slow cooker and that takes it over the top. My hubby loves them so I … [Read more...] about Slow Cooker: Smokey Collard Greens
Health Hazards
We are so focused on organic foods, what about the things we cook or store our food in? What about the products we use in our home? The truth is, there are many products (not only food) that affect our health and our environment. As you look through this list, think about your life style. Even if you began implementing just three things, your body and ultimately your health … [Read more...] about Health Hazards
Basic Vinaigrette
Toss your bottled dressing out! Why? Because they are loaded with carbs, sugar and preservatives. Simple. Fresh. Made at home with four basic ingredients you have in your cabinet already. Ok, six if you count salt and pepper. What are they? Olive oil, vinegar, dijon mustard and garlic. That's it. This is my go to dressing for my Mason Jar Salads Remember, I said … [Read more...] about Basic Vinaigrette