Veggie Stir Fry (EASY)
This colorful dish is super simple to make. You can include whatever assortment of veggies you like. I’ll give you a list of…
Easy Cajun Shrimp
ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Poultry,ZS-Zola to Go,ZS-Dieter Favorites
This dish can be as easy as 3 ingredients and 3 minutes! I am going to describe a pre-cooked version of the shrimp dish and one…
Sausage with Peppers and Onions
ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Poultry,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Beef
This recipe can be made in a pinch when you take advantage of the pre-cut produce in the grocery store. That way if you are…
Dark Chocolate Peanut Clusters
ZSpecialties,ZS-Zola to Go,Z3-Desserts,ZS-Holiday,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks
These are delightfully decadent treats. A word of CAUTION: Treat them like candy!
My Best-Ever Stuffed Mushrooms
Z3-Sides,ZS-Holiday,ZSpecialties
Just in time for football season or any other partying event. These won’t last long on your platter.
Cranberry Champagne Cocktail
Just in time for the big party on New Year’s Eve. This cocktail is good anytime but especially when celebrating something big.…
Chef Jernard’s Holiday Collard Greens
Z3-Sides,Z3-Pork,Z3-Soups & Stews
Celebrity Chef Jernard Wells knows soul food. While a lot of his food is quite decadent, he also loves greens, and shared his…
Creamy Leek and Onion Casserole
Z3-Vegetarian,ZSpecialties,Z3-Entrees,ZS-Zola to Go,ZS-Holiday,Z3-Sides
This is a decadent side dish. When I serve it, people at the table often ask me why this tastes so unique, so we play “guess the…
Straight-forward Roasted Turkey
ZS-Holiday,Z2-Poultry,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Entrees
Have a Happy Thanksgiving. Concentrate on laughing and telling fun stories with your guests and let the stress melt away.
Cheddar Cheesy Poof Biscuits or Crackers
ZS-Holiday,Z3-Sides,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,ZSpecialties
LOVE these cheesy bits for an appetizer. They go great while you are sipping your wine.
Brussels Sprouts with a Balsamic Drizzle
ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Sides,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Vegetarian
This is such a versatile side dish it goes well with any type of protein.
Caramelized Leek Mashed Potatoes
ZS-Holiday,Z3.5-Sides,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3.5-Vegetarian
These have been the most popular mashed potatoes at my table. People don't often remark about the mashed potatoes. They usually…
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
What a great idea! Dieter Cindy thought of this when her daughter had a Culver’s Pumpkin Spice Frozen Custard. She craved one,…
Pumpkin Spiced Pecans
ZS-Holiday,Z3-Desserts,ZSpecialties
These sweet and spicy nuts are perfect for snacking, make a great salad topper or adding a special something to your favorite…
Roasted Fennel
ZSpecialties,Z2-Sides,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Vegetarian
Fennel has a distinct flavor, but when it's roasted, the flavor mellows. If you like fennel, this recipe is great, and it's very…
Thai Chicken
This dish is super easy and a one pan job if you have a cast iron pan.. Serve with green beans and eat them with your fingers if…
Mango Summer Salad
ZReboot,Z3-Salads,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks
Can’t get any easier than this. Toss all of the ingredients in a bowl and serve with your protein hot off the grill!
Smokey-Sweet Barbecue Sauce
Z3-Sauces & Dressings,Z2-Sauces & Dressings
This Smokey-Sweet Barbecue Sauce is a great addition to your recipe collection. This can be made spicier with the addition of…
Gourmet Steak Sauce
This mushroom steak sauce is for those that want to make fancy food. The sauce can be served at a romantic dinner for two or even…
Super Easy Ribs with Smoky Barbecue Sauce
To keep this recipe super easy the ribs are done in the oven. You could adapt this recipe for cooking on the grill but the whole…




















