One tricky thing to know about a low carb lifestyle is that not all fruit is keto… so where does pineapple stand on the spectrum? Is pineapple keto, even? Time to set the record straight… let’s dive into carbs in pineapple and how you can fit pineapple flavor into your low carb way of eating. If you’re looking for more quick keto food guidance, take a look at this detailed low carb food list or easy-reference keto cheat sheets....

Purists might frown at the idea of using a boxed mix to make cornbread muffins, but you have to give this recipe a chance. I promise you won’t regret it. Boxed muffins are usually dry, but not this one. The addition of butter makes it ultra-moist and rich! The flavor and texture? Oh my goodness, it’s so good I could cry. The key is to not follow the instructions on the box....

Is it a snack or is it a treat? It doesn’t matter with these low carb protein bars! My delicious keto protein bars recipe is both. Not only is it incredibly healthy (wait until you see the ingredients it’s made of!), but it takes just 15 minutes of prep time to make to make these high protein low carb bars. Store a stash of these keto friendly protein bars for post-workout bite or that 3pm snack session....

Forget about boxed mixes and prepackaged pudding cups! This sugar-free vanilla pudding will satisfy your cravings for a cool, creamy treat, all with real ingredients and super simple prep. I based this recipe on my keto chocolate pudding recipe, with a few swaps. And, keto vanilla pudding tastes as sweet and creamy as the conventional kind, with just a few minutes of hands-on time. Is Sugar-Free Pudding Keto? Some boxed sugar-free puddings would technically be considered dirty keto before you prepare them, as they have about 5 grams carbs per serving....

Tartar sauce is one of those tricky foods that we assume is low carb… but it’s usually sweetened with sugar or corn syrup! Keto tartar sauce to the rescue. And before you start thinking it’s going to require a bunch of ingredients or take a long time, this low carb tartar sauce comes together with just 6 basic ingredients and 5 minutes. It tastes so much better than the stuff from the store, you’ll never go back....

My Leftover Prime Rib recipes are the perfect way to use up your prime rib leftovers from the holidays! If you’re asking yourself what to do with leftover prime rib, I have the perfect answer right here! These recipes may start off with leftover prime rib but they certainly don’t taste like leftovers! They are amazing and will make your family feel like they are tasting an entirely new meal!...

The first time I made this hot chocolate, I had to double check if I had used sugar free chocolate. It tasted better than a lot of the hot chocolates I had tried in my life, so I was baffled that this was low carb/sugar free! I guess I was just conditioned to think “sugar free” means “not as delicious” or even “disgusting”. Oh boy, was I wrong! This newly forced low carb lifestyle has been teaching me a lot....

Keto chicken parmesan is such an easy and filling dinner – breaded chicken, sweet marinara, gooey mozzarella… what’s not to like? This low carb chicken parmesan recipe has the same authentic flavors, without all the carbs! And not only is it easy to make, but it’s made with a secret ingredient that ensures a crispy keto chicken parm crust that actually sticks. (Want a vegetarian take on chicken parm? Try cauliflower parmesan!...

FavoritePinShare No Bake Very Berry Cheesecake comes together in just 10 minutes! It is filled with fresh summer berries hidden inside a creamy cheesecake and is incredible! One of my most popular summer recipes on the blog is this Very Berry Cheesecake Salad. It gets rave reviews. But how can you go wrong with fresh summer berries hidden in a cheesecake fluff? I received a comment asking if they could somehow turn it into a pie....

Prepare this simple dough and top with your favorite ingredients for a bread that’s low on fuss and will make you feel like you’ve scored bread basket gold at your favorite Italian restaurant. If you’ve never had homemade focaccia bread, you’re in for a treat. Among one of the easiest bread recipes to make (this Oatmeal Bread is a close second), no knead focaccia is perfect for beginners and master bakers alike....

FavoritePinShare This pasta puttanesca is full of bold flavors and is ready in less than 30 minutes, the perfect dinner for a busy weeknight! When I’m looking for an easy yet delicious meal, I often turn to pasta. My family happens to love olives, so I often make a quick and easy pasta puttanesca and top it with chicken for added protein. It’s a dinner I know everyone will devour!...

Old fashioned pea salad is a Midwestern potluck/family reunion/parish cookbook stalwart. These classic creamy pea salads of the past are made with bacon, a mayo-based dressing, and red onions. Some versions include cheese; others are made with ranch dressing. If you can’t tell, we have a rather liberal definition of “salad” here in the Midwest ;-). Grape Salad would know. For today’s recipe, I wanted a more modern take on the creamy pea salad with bacon that I grew up seeing at summer gatherings....

DID I MENTION THE CARAMEL POOL? This easy dessert recipe truly is magic! I realize that calling a pecan pie cobbler (or any dessert) “magic” might not have the same persuasive oomph coming from someone who is prone to superlatives (for the record, this Vegan Apple Crisp really is the best fruit crisp EVER. This Dutch Oven Peach Cobbler is the best easy fruit dessert; the Pumpkin Pecan Pie is the best pumpkin pie, etc....

Looking back at that culinary experience, I’m not sure which impresses me more: our resourcefulness (that dorm kitchen was equipped with little beyond a rusty pot and a few forks “donated” from the dining hall) or our audacity—we made vodka sauce on a campus that doesn’t allow vodka. After one bite, we felt validated. The pasta tasted creamy, glorious, and absolutely worth the risk! When I think of meals that are “worth it” penne alla vodka is the epitome....

FavoritePinShare My favorite homemade garlic alfredo sauce is combined with pesto giving this casserole amazing flavor! It is creamy and delicious and sure to be a hit at the dinner table! Isn’t it funny the things that excite us when we become adults? I finally got a nice chest freezer to store all of my frozen foods and Costco finds. I was so excited to get it and put it in my basement it felt like Christmas....

I realize I’m likely to be condemned for high summer treason for what I’m about to suggest, but I feel it must be expressed: let’s skip the grill at our next barbecue. Before the High Court of All Barbecue strips me of my tongs and denies me access to all summer cookouts, please hear my plea. Yes, burgers are good (especially these Italian Turkey Burgers). Yes, a hot dog during June and July is a necessity....

With their flexible ingredients, ease of prep, leftover prowess, and all-around comfort factor, soups are one of the most important genres in my healthy dinner collection. From creative Curried Carrot Soup, to Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup or Chicken Gnocchi Soup, to fancy-feeling Mushroom Soup, there is a soup for any mood and occassion. When it comes to ultimate comfort, however, cheese and potatoes have magical powers (I love you Cream of Asparagus Soup, but it’s just not the same....

FavoritePinShare This cream cheese pumpkin bread recipe is truly the best ever. The moist and tender pumpkin bread is swirled with cream cheese frosting that’s baked right into the loaf. It makes the perfect fall treat! This bread is so delicious that’ll want to enjoy a slice for breakfast with your morning coffee and have another for dessert later in the day. And if you love pumpkin baking as much as we do, also try these Perfect Pumpkin Muffins and Iced Pumpkin Spice Cookies....

Pumpkin energy balls are the Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler you wanted to eat for breakfast last Friday while your family wasn’t watching, transformed into a healthy bite you can happily gobble anytime of day. These pumpkin energy balls taste like morsels of pumpkin pie, take less than 15 minutes to prep, and are so wholesome, even the training staff at my gym (the latest recipients of my healthy treats) approved!...

FavoritePinShare This is an easy, delicious fall dessert that you have got to try! You will quickly see why it is my favorite! These pumpkin roll bars have been a favorite fall recipe here on the blog. They have been on here since the beginning of the blog and it was time for a picture makeover. Plus they are my favorite fall dessert so I needed to test them and still make sure they are my favorite....