Caramelized Leek Mashed Potatoes
These have been the most popular mashed potatoes at my table. People don't often remark about the mashed potatoes. They usually…
Beef Taco Soup (EASY)
What’s the difference between chili and taco soup? Broth, of course. There is more broth in taco soup is more so it’s thinner…
Butternut Squash Mash
Just in time for the holidays or anytime! If you have a hankering for potatoes this will give you the same texture in your mouth…
Italian Shrimp Cocktail
This is what I call cheating when I’m in a hurry. I use my favorite bottled Italian dressing as the marinade and everyone thinks…
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
In addition to being crunchy, satisfying and delicious, pumpkin seeds are a nutritious snack. You can buy shelled pumpkin seeds…
Grilled Asian Salmon
When my husband is in the mood for Asian food, this is his favorite dish: It’s a super easy dish, so it doesn’t take much to talk…
Southern Tomato Pie
Two things I love about living mid-South: fried green tomatoes, and tomato pie.
Smash Burgers
Smash burgers are all the rage. Step into a brew pub and you’ll likely find a smash burger on the food menu. These are NOT the…
Tipsy Plums with Sweet Cream
A simple, tasty seasonal desert.
Lamb Kebabs (Z3 Version)
A ZReboot version of a ZReduction classic. If you like lamb, this recipe is a home run.
Baked Salmon with Bragg’s Sauce
Calling all Bragg’s lovers. This is yet another reason why we love Bragg’s so much!
Sweet Potatoes with a Butter Pecan Crust
If your family is open to going beyond that marshmallow sweet potato concoction this will surely be a HIT!
Grilled Romaine
Okay, don’t freak on me. Grilled romaine is really good and tastes better than it looks. Impress your guests with something…
Chicken Scallopini
A traditional Italian meal made the Plan Z way. My husband declared this one of his favorite meals of the year.
Cajun Butter Steak
My version of this steak is done by searing and roasting the meat. You can also choose to do this on the grill. Choose your…
Lemon Brownies
I found a classic Southern Living recipe and took out all the sugar. These are amazing – even if I do say so myself!
Cognac Truffles
If you don’t use liquor in your cooking you can leave that out. You can also flavor them with stevia flavorings. You could have…
Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage “Stew”
I’ll admit it. I found this inspiration recipe online. I did not have to change it up much to Zola-fy it..it is soooo good!
Roasted Lemon Chicken
When you are in the ZReduction portion of Plan Z you will not be eating the skin of the chicken or any of the dark meat. Breast…
Pumpkin or Sweet Potato Bread
Everyone loves pumpkin, right? Well, how about a tea bread that’s made with pumpkin? Sort of like banana bread. Or even make it…