Cranberry Royale (EASY)
ZSpecialties,Z3.5-Desserts,ZS-Holiday
This is a takeoff of a cranberry bake recipe from Southern Living. This is homey, tasty, and not too sweet. Just a little…
Roasted Prime Rib
ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Beef
When I was a kid this was served at very special meals. My mother made hers plain. I had no idea how incredibly fabulous this…
Turkey Tips
Featured Posts,ZS-Holiday,ZSpecialties
Many people think the Thanksgiving turkey dinner is the most intimidating meal to make. It's not. Here's some rules to follow.
The Perfect Tenderloin Steak
ZS-Holiday,Z2-Beef,ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less
I love a steak while I am on Plan ZReduction. I have pretty much perfected my technique using a cast iron skillet but learned…
Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini (EASY)
This is, hands down, my favorite new dish in 2024. Yes it’s a pasta dish but you can splurge once in awhile as long as you don’t…
Angry Sandwich Sauce
ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,ZSpecialties,Z3-Sauces & Dressings
Chris, VP Anger Management, loves his food spicy. He invented this sauce to go on sandwiches.
Raspberry Gelee
ZS-Holiday,Z2-Desserts,ZSpecialties
For those of you old enough to remember the Jello product that formed 3 layers you’ll know exactly what this tastes like and…
Roasted Salmon with Creamy Lemon Sauce (EASY)
I wrote this recipe up for 2 people but the sauce will feed four. So, you’ll either enjoy lots of sauce or have extras for two…
Colorful Peppers with Zip
Z3-Sides,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,Z3-Vegetarian
Things like peppers are popular at Italian little plates restaurants. I’m offering you a recipe for mine here. Mine have a bit of…
Balsamic-Roasted Exotic Mushrooms with a White Truffle Olive Oil Glaze
Z3-Sides,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,Z3-Vegetarian
I ordered this dish at a restaurant in town. It was so good I said, “I have to figure out how to make this myself!” It was that…
Chive Butter Biscuits
ZSpecialties,ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z3.5-Sides,ZS-Holiday,Z3.5-Appetizers
This is a combination of a few recipes I found. Love the fact that these are low carb and tasty!
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…
Holiday Aromatherapy – Simmering Spices for Your Kitchen
This isn’t a recipe for food you can eat. This is a recipe for making your house smell wonderful for the holidays.
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…



















