Author: Black Tie and Jam

You’ll never look at yellow squash the same way again after making this recipe. Squash gets a new look with a colorful sauce made with jarred roasted red peppers. This is a recipe that is so easy to make, but it looks like it took some time. It is easy enough for a weeknight side […]

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 […]

Golden Butternut Squash Soup is as comforting as it sounds. Its velvety texture and rich, golden hue capture the essence of fall in every spoonful. While I tried to think of a more creative name, “golden” indeed says it all—this soup glows with seasonal warmth and flavor. Smooth, creamy, and soul-soothing, the cozy bowl brings […]

The tangy dressing and marinade add a Greek flair to this salad. The components of this salad are easy to prepare ahead for quick assembly. The marinated chicken and crunchy veggies provide an abundance of textures that you will turn to for lunch or dinner. Serve with low-carb pita wedges to complete this meal. Ingredients […]

This Thai Chicken Pizza will be a hit if you like sweet with savory foods. The peanut butter sauce with a hint of honey really shines through. Using a low-carb tortilla, this pizza is fun to make with the family. I hope you try this recipe. It will surely be a keeper! Ingredients 4 low-carb […]

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 […]

Did you ever have one of those weeks when nothing seems to go your way? That was last week for me. When things get out of control and the unexpected happens, I am glad I have meals that are prepped and will come together easily. Not only that, even though the components are ready, sometimes […]

This sweet and savory recipe is easy to make and very delicious. The raspberry sauce dresses up a piece of chicken and adds dimension and color to any meal. It looks like this entree is fancy, but it couldn’t be easier to make. Ingredients 1 cup raspberries 2 Tbsp. cornstarch 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive […]

I prefer to use imitation crab for this salad because it is chunkier. Besides, have you seen the price of fresh crab lately? Oh.My.Word! It is ridiculously expensive. I just can’t make myself buy fresh crab right now. Imitation crab is wonderful in this delicious salad. Make it for lunch or dinner. Ingredients 1 package […]

These scones are more like cake than a scone, but that’s OK. I’ll take it because they are so delicious. I use fresh raspberries in this recipe and a fresh lemony glaze drizzled over the top. Make a day ahead to enjoy for breakfast or serve warm out of the oven for an afternoon snack. […]