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Zesty Mac ‘n Cheese

Spice up your mac ‘n cheese with a kick of jalapeños! These peppers add just the right amount of zest, mellowing as they cook while still bringing plenty of flavor. Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount to your preference. This creamy, cheesy dish also features starch-resistant elbow macaroni, making it a deliciously satisfying […]

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Ranch Dressing

I used to be totally against Brussels sprouts; they were not my thing at all. My husband liked them but could not enjoy them due to my distaste for them. I did not prepare them. That was before my husband ordered them from an appetizer menu somewhere in Colorado Springs. They brought out Brussels sprouts […]

Brown Butter Green Beans with Pistachios

Brown Butter Green Beans with Pistachios will become the highlight of your meal. The browned butter adds a rich, nutty flavor to the green beans to complement beef, fish or chicken. The pistachios add some crunch and coordinate to the color of the green beans. Ingredients 3 shallots, minced 4 Tbsp. butter, room temperature and […]

Baked Zucchini

Sliced zucchini is sprinkled with a crunchy topping in this alternative to a casserole-type dish. This is an easy side dish that goes with sooooooo many things. Not only that, but it is so simple. Like, really really simple! Ingredients 2 large zucchini, sliced 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil + 1 Tbsp. Salt and […]

Asparagus Stir Fry

Nothing says Springtime more than the appearance of asparagus. Crisp-tender asparagus in a savory stir fry is a quick side dish that is bright and flavorful. It doesn’t get any healthier than this! Ingredients 1 Tbsp. soy sauce 1 Tbsp. granulated Swerve 1 medium orange, juiced 1 Tbsp. corn starch 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 2 […]

Baked Macaroni and Cheese: A Starch-Resistant Recipe

First of all, this is not a Keto recipe, but it can be if you make the macaroni 24 hours before you are going to use it. Storing the macaroni in the refrigerator for 24 hours makes it starch resistant, which will not cause the blood sugar to spike. Starch-resistant foods should be eaten in […]

Scalloped Vegetable Casserole

Vegetables and cheese meet up in this hearty casserole served as a side dish. Some of the vegetables can be prepped ahead to make assembly quicker when ready to bake the casserole. Bake it until it is golden brown on the top and bubbling underneath. This casserole will satisfy your family on a weeknight and […]

White Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes

White Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes are a classic side dish that is perfect for Easter dinner. This side dish pairs well with ham, roast, chicken, pork and just about any other protein. The layers of potatoes, the creamy sauce and the cheesy topping satisfy every taste bud. Ingredients 6 large potatoes, peeled and cooked 24 hours […]

Squash Casserole

This Squash Casserole recipe is a popular potluck side dish. Topped with a crunchy topping, this casserole is easy to make for a weeknight meal, too. One thing is for sure, the combination of buttery squash and cheese is a hit no matter what! Ingredients 4 medium-sized squash, diced 3 green onions, chopped 2 Tbsp […]

Cheesy Zucchini and Tomato Bake

Sometimes, it isn’t easy to reinvent the wheel with side dishes. Salads and plain vegetables get old after serving them over and over again. Occasionally, I snazz up the same-old, same-old to make something totally new and out of the ordinary. This vegetable casserole is one of those creations that took seemingly blah vegetables to […]

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