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The Menu Monday – Grilled Salmon Tango, Salad, Yellow Squash Tuesday – Spinach Artichoke Calzones, Salad Wednesday – Chiles Rellenos Casserole, Salad, Steamed Broccoli Thursday – Leftovers Friday – Thai Chicken and Coconut Soup, Asian Salad Saturday – Taco Beef Bake with Cheddar Biscuit Topping, Fiesta Salad Sunday – Chili Breakfast – Low Carb Blueberry […]

Easter is just around the corner, marking the welcome shift from the cold days of winter to the fresh beginnings of spring. It’s a time to gather with family and friends, share a special meal around the table, and watch the little ones run through the yard in search of Easter eggs. Whether you’re hosting […]

If you’ve visited Black Tie and Jam before, you know I usually lean toward low-carb and keto recipes. But now and then, especially around the holidays, I like to go a little rogue. With Easter dinner on the horizon, these Homemade Buttermilk Rolls are at the top of my list. They’re soft, fluffy, and wonderfully […]

Do you know the difference between Shepherd’s Pie and Cottage Pie? Cottage pie is traditionally made with beef, while Shepherd’s Pie is made with lamb. My easy Shepherd’s Pie is the perfect way to use up leftover lamb from my Herb-Rubbed Lamb Shoulder Roast. I don’t just use the meat; I also incorporate the roasted […]

Lamb has been part of holiday celebrations for thousands of years, making it a natural choice if you’re planning something special for Easter or Passover. This Herb-Rubbed Lamb Shoulder Roast is an elegant yet surprisingly simple centerpiece. After a quick prep with a fragrant herb rub, the lamb roasts low and slow in the oven, […]

Carrot cake is the quintessential spring dessert, and with Easter just around the corner, it’s always one of the first sweets I consider for the holiday table. This Easy Carrot Cake with Citrus Cream Cheese Frosting is a standout choice for Easter dinner: festive, comforting, and guaranteed to please a crowd. Thanks to a boxed […]

Nothing announces the arrival of spring quite like fresh asparagus on your plate. When those vibrant green spears start showing up at the market, you know the season has officially turned. Steamed Asparagus with Shallots is one of the quickest, easiest ways to celebrate Spring. In just minutes, the asparagus turns perfectly crisp-tender, maintaining its […]

I don’t think I’ve ever mentioned that I don’t do math. You might be wondering what that has to do with a Classic 7 Layer Salad. Well… mine technically has nine layers. Are we going to split hairs over that? Absolutely not because no one has ever complained when scooping up a generous serving of […]