Author: Black Tie and Jam

I needed an excuse to invite some friends over. Scratch that! I enticed some friends to come over by making a special cocktail. Scratch that! I didn’t need to coerce them with cocktails; they were coming anyway because they wanted to hang out. I made Sangria anyway. What a refreshing way to spend the afternoon […]

GROCERIES!! What is it about new groceries that makes people happy? Is it the thrill of buying new things on a regular basis or is it the prospect of the creations that can come from simple ingredients? Maybe it’s just a chance to get out of the house! Sometimes trying a new product found on […]

This week, I am making some items that were on previous menus that I did not get around to making. If you are interested in learning how I create my meal plans and plan a once-a-month grocery shopping trip, you can find it here. Menu Plan Monday – Leftovers Tuesday – Stuffed Peppers and zucchini […]

This recipe sounds difficult, but it really could not be easier. You could eat this as a snack or make it for lunch. The most difficult part of this recipe is time. It takes a little bit of time to boil and drain the cabbage leaves. Do not let that intimidate you, though. You could […]

First, let me say that you do not need an air fryer to make these Avocado Fries. You can use an oven with the same results. These could not be easier! Avocado Fries make an excellent alternative to french fries with burgers or sandwiches. You can make these Keto or not. My genius idea to […]

HAPPY MONDAY PEOPLE!!! LET’S DO THIS! Menu Monday – Tacos with all the Fixins Tuesday – Leftovers or something from the freezer Wednesday – Chicken Curry Fried Rice Thursday – Burger with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Friday – Keto Island Chicken and Edamame Succotash Saturday – Chili Garlic Lime Shrimp and Avocado Pistachio Salad […]

Step up your beef game with this rub! The lowliest cut of beef is transformed into something magical when rubbed with this wonderful rub. At first, I thought using coffee on beef was a strange concept, but oh my wordy! I was wrong. The coffee deepens the flavor of all the other spices. I cannot […]

Orlando is more than theme parks and resorts. If you are headed to the Orlando area and want to include something beyond the hustle and bustle of the usual attractions, plenty of venues exist that provide an escape from all the crowds. Harry P. Leu Gardens just north of downtown Orlando is one worth a […]

It’s nice not to worry about what’s for lunch! Many times, I skip lunch simply because I am too lazy to make it. When you open the refrigerator and stare into the abyss for 10 minutes trying to find some inspiration for something to eat is not the answer for the lunchtime woes. You would […]

Meal Plan Monday – BBQ Shrimp and Low Carb Bread Tuesday – Italian Chicken Salad Melts, Asparagus with Olives Wednesday – Philly Nachos Thursday – Leftovers or something from the freezer Friday – Asian Ground Beef Lettuce Cups Saturday – Keto Meatloaf, Spinach and Spring Mix Salad. Zucchini Sunday – Best Beef Rub, Iceberg Salad, […]