Salmon with Mustard Rub
This dish tastes fresh and fancy with hardly any work at all. The most novice cook can handle this one.
Steak Marinade #3
Makes for a great steak. In the picture I served it with shallot onion rings as a garnish and veggie on the side. You can still…
Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Jalapenos
I used to HATE Brussels sprouts. I couldn't even stand the smell of them cooking. I love them now, as long as they are…
Chicken Milano
Normally Chicken Milano is a pasta dish. This one makes a rich, sundried tomato ‘gravy’ to go with plain chicken breasts. You’ll…
Chinese – American Stir Fry
This is an easy way to satisfy and Asian food craving. It’s also a great way to clean out the refrigerator! You can use many…
Quick Asian Stir Fry
Dinner in 20 minutes or less! Promise! This dish is so easy, you can make it with beef, chicken or even shrimp.
Vegetable Soup
As the weather gets colder and the nights get longer this makes a wonderful soup. Or if you get a cold while on Plan Z this might…
Broiled Cod
This is a simple dish that goes a long way for people that like their food straightforward and without a lot of spice.
Roasted Chicken with Jalapeno-Tomatillo Sauce and Roasted Onions
My husband declared he wanted Mexican one night. That’s a challenge with Z2. This is not the prettiest dish I have ever made but…
Seared and Baked Pork Chops
This is an easy preparation with a homey vibe, when you want comfort food this is a sure bet.
Spicy Chicken Enchilada Stew
This dish doesn’t have to cook long to bring you a hearty Mexican stew. It comes together in a flash. This also heats up…
Pork Tenderloin Scallopini with Sundried Tomato Cream Sauce
This is easy and very elegant. You can serve this to company and they’ll never know you’re on a diet.
Savory Chinese Chicken Stir Fry
This is NOT spicy just savory Chinese with really good flavors. I find this a great way to clear out the refrigerator.
Apple “Popcorn” with Toppings
Going to the theatre or the movies? Pack this in a zippered baggie. The crunching of the apple won’t be any louder than the…
Seafood Chowder
This is not the usual, thick, gloppy chowder since you are on ZReduction, but it will pass as a fancy, flavorful meal.
Crabcakes II
I have made crab cakes previously, and posted that recipe but this one has a bit more jazz to it since I cleared cream for the…
Green Bean and Red Pepper Medley
Simple, straightforward cooking is just what you need some nights. This comes together in a flash.
Sunday Chicken
Pierre Franey was a cooking hero of mine. He was the original “60 Minute Gourmet.” I adapted this recipe from one of his and…
Chicken Enchilada Bowls (or Boats)
My favorite way to eat this is just out of a bowl with a fork. That’s why I call it a chicken enchilada bowl. You can also serve…
Oven-Roasted, Crispy Shallots
My husband goes ga-ga for these things. He loves them so much he’s even started volunteering to make them!
Mexicali Side Salad
This salad is great with anything grilled. We served it with grilled sea scallops. Yum!
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Chinese food is the hardest of the ethnic foods to convert for Plan Z. Dieter Jeff exclaimed that this could not possibly be diet…
Cajun Pork Loin Roast
One pot meal! The gravy is wonderful and the roasted veggies bring out a ton of flavor. Be sure to scrape up the bits on the…
Simple, Sauteed Lamb Chops
You don't have to go to a steakhouse to get these. Lamb chops are MUCH easier to cook than chefs make them out to be. Super easy!