Celebrate in Style
I have worked hard to find unique ways to celebrate holidays and special occasions. Today I’m offering you a way to make your…
Fireside Shrimp Dip
I found a recipe very similar to this one about 15 years in an old Southern cookbook. I have made a few changes to “Zola-fy” it.…
Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,ZS-Holiday,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less
Leek Tart
This Leek Tart makes for a lovely dish cut into wedges and served on a holiday buffet. You can also enjoy this as a light entrée…
Cranberry Royale (EASY)
This is a takeoff of a cranberry bake recipe from Southern Living. This is homey, tasty, and not too sweet. Just a little…
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…
Breaking Thanksgiving Tradition
Everyone has their Thanksgiving traditions; especially when it comes to food. Do you ever think about breaking tradition and…
Turkey Tips
Many people think the Thanksgiving turkey dinner is the most intimidating meal to make. It's not. Here's some rules to follow.
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…
ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Seafood,ZS-Holiday,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,ZSpecialties
The Art of the Antipasti Tray
What's antipasti? An appetizer usually consisting of an assortment of foods, such as smoked meats, cheese, fish, and vegetables.…
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
In addition to being crunchy, satisfying and delicious, pumpkin seeds are a nutritious snack. You can buy shelled pumpkin seeds…
ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,ZS-Holiday,Z3-Appetizers & Snacks,ZSpecialties
Toys for Halloween
I don’t give out candy on Halloween anymore. I give out toys! The kids love it. They like to see something different in that…
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Pepperoni Bits (or Bacon)
Another Happy Healthy Holidays classic. This is so easy it almost feels like cheating.
Z3-Sides,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Pork,ZS-Holiday
Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms
My husband found this recipe and made it for me. It was delicious! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Sesame Kale
This recipe was submitted by Plan Z coach, Pearl. She loves kale and makes this recipe often.
Z2-Sides,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Salads,ZS-Holiday,Z2-Vegetarian,ZS-Dieter Favorites
The 10 Minute Cleanup
Have your guests play a small part in helping to clean up after the big meal. They will not do everything; but when every person…
The Menu
Traditionally, my menu for Thanksgiving gets set this week. Here’s a little bit of the history of Thanksgiving in my family.
Chicken with Creamy Sundried Tomato Sauce
This is one dish I never thought I could pull off for ZReduction. But here it is! And it's delicious.
Blueberry Sauce
A delicious sauce to pair with your favorite dessert.
ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Desserts,ZS-Holiday
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…
ZS-Holiday,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z3-Desserts
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…
ZS-Holiday,ZS-Dieter Favorites,ZSpecialties,Z2-Poultry,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less
Enjoy the Super Bowl Without Gaining Weight
Here’s how it works: You set up a chili buffet with all the fixins. Chili tastes better the day after you make it, so you can…
Seafood Dipping Sauce
My associate, Jennifer, brought me a recipe for dipping sauce. When I served it, I paired it with crab cakes. YUM.
Creamed Onions with Raisins
This is one of my husband’s favorite holiday recipes.
Devil’s Eight Legged Eggs
Here’s an idea from the Plan Z kitchen. Use this classic recipe and add a spooky twist for a hauntingly delicious Halloween…