Author: Black Tie and Jam

Pho restaurants are plentiful in my area. One, in particular, has the best I have ever had. If you are not familiar with pho (pronounced fuh), it is a noodle soup that contains some kind of protein and a delicious bone broth. Typically, Pho is topped with fresh basil, fresh bean sprouts, lime wedges, cilantro, […]

October got away from me. Life started blowing up at the beginning of April and time has not gotten us past it. Our household has had surgeries, illnesses, hurricane damage, renovations, and two deaths in the family, one of which was my elderly mother. I hope that will be the end of the difficulties this […]

Deluxe Hamburgers: A Classic with a Bold Twist Let’s be honest! Sometimes a hamburger is just a hamburger, but when you infuse the ground beef with flavorful mix-ins, that humble patty transforms into something unforgettable. That’s precisely what happened with my Deluxe Hamburgers. These aren’t just burgers—they’re an elevated take on a classic, bursting with […]

I used beef brats for this tasty meal. These brats can be made ahead of time or meal prepped, which is actually a good idea as the brats will soak up more flavor as they marinate. These Beer Brats go down as one of my quick and easy meals on a weeknight and would be […]

Living a keto lifestyle doesn’t mean giving up your favorite dishes; you just need a little creativity to make them work. Over time, I have discovered all kinds of simple swaps: chopped, sliced almonds make great “breadcrumbs”; almond flour or a low-carb bake mix, like Carbquik, steps in beautifully for all-purpose flour and finely diced […]

I have to hand it to Aldi—they really know how to surprise the low-carb crowd with seasonal keto gems. One of my absolute favorite finds? Their Keto dinner rolls make a brief appearance in the Spring. Let me tell you, the moment I spotted them, it felt like striking gold! Every trip to Aldi turned […]

If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing dinner, these Resistant Starch Stuffed Mexican Shells are a must-try! I thought the recipe made a huge batch until I realized how quickly they vanished. While I planned to freeze some for later (or even freeze-dry a few), there wasn’t a single shell left! That’s how good they are. […]

Looking for something different for breakfast? Try one of the following options for breakfast to start the day. Ham Strata – Made with Keto bread, ham, eggs and cheese, this strata is a hearty breakfast that you can make ahead and heat up in the microwave for a quick breakfast. Mexican Scrambled Eggs—Serve these Mexican […]

I love a good stir fry for a quick and easy meal—especially when all the ingredients are prepped. With a hot wok and only a few minutes, dinner is on the table! This Sweet ‘n Sour Stir Fry has vibrant veggies and fresh, bold flavors. I like to serve it over starch-resistant rice or cauliflower […]

Salads are a no-brainer for me. I don’t post many salad recipes unless it is a “special” salad that goes outside of the formula I usually use. We eat a lot of salads around here as a side dish alongside a meal or for lunch. This way, I can use the bits and pieces of […]