Beef Stew in a Dutch Oven
I’m Irish, so beef stew was a staple in our family. Trouble is there are so many carbs in most beef stew recipes. So with this…
Raspberry “Ice Cream”
Dieter Margaret offered up a GREAT idea! I scream. You scream. We all scream for ice cream – and we are on a diet! BONUS!
Cream of Mushroom Soup
A rich and easy cream of mushroom soup.
Roasted Red Pepper and Beef Chili
Okay, so I opened my pantry and saw a jar of roasted red pepper strips. I thought… I could make a new chili with these! So here…
Peanut Butter Craisin Granola
Craving breakfast cereal? Try this instead! Have it with unsweetened coconut milk or as a YUMMY parfait.
Collagen Fruit Smoothie
Collagen protein powder is not cheap but the health benefits are HUGE.
Instant Pot Corned Beef
When you buy corned beef, there is a little packet of corned beef spices that accompanies the brisket. The secret is to use that…
Sweet and Spicy Acorn Squash
I love my acorn squash roasted with just butter in the center and a sprinkle of sea salt and pepper. But I know tons of people…
Tomato Cream Sauce
This sauce is so versatile. Serve over cooked chicken breast (or tenderloins) or fish of any kind. Even use it as a pool of sauce…
White Chocolate Crème Brulee (custard) with Strawberry Coulis (sauce)
Most crème brulee recipes call for caramelizing sugar on top of the custard. I love that, but the sugar is too much. So, in this…
Mongolian Beef
There's no need to order out! This tastes better than any take out I’ve had!
Italian Sausage Soup (ZReduction Version)
This simple Italian Soup is packed with flavor and convenience. It travels well and heats in the microwave too. Leftovers are a…
Cheesy Hash Browns with Sour Cream
This is perfect for a buffet table. Everyone will rave about your contribution. If you want to keep the portions lower, consider…
Italian Sausage, Mushroom and Cheese Brunch Casserole
As far as brunch casseroles go, this one is very easy to make and pleases the crowd. It can be made ahead and heated the day of…
Chocolate Dipped Pears
Pears and chocolate go great together. Who needs candy apples when you've got these?
Tarragon Mustard Shrimp
This dish made a wonderful lunch salad entrée in our Plan Z kitchen. I think it would be GREAT as an appetizer at a cocktail…
Chicken Breasts with Zola’s French Pan Sauce
This is my favorite new creation. I think I have made this three times in the last two weeks and that’s pretty much a record for…
Quick Coquilles St. Jacques (Scallops in a Creamy Mushroom-Parmesan Sauce)
I remember my first introduction to scallops like it was yesterday. As I took my first bite and swooned I knew these were to…
P Is for Party
Parmesan, potato chips and Prosecco. It was really fun designing the menu and it all worked out great. I hardly had to do any…
Pumpkin Pancakes with Pumpkin Spiced Whipped Cream
Hot off the Griddle. “Zolafied” pancakes. If you want your kids full and focused before school give them these instead of……