I finally did it! I bought an Instant Pot. I’ve had patients telling me for years how much they love their pressure cooker. I always brushed it off that it was great for them but that I still loved created dinner in a pan or the oven. I also love my slow cooker and I … Continue reading “Instant Pot Unboxing Video”
Tender Steak Tips Crockpot WLS Recipe If you’ve had bariatric surgery (Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, Duodenal Switch or Gastric Banding)….you might be terrified of steak. Something so dense and heavy like beef can be intimidating to new post-ops and older post-ops may shy away from dense foods that hit their stomach harder. But it’s … Continue reading “Tender Steak Tips – Crockpot WLS Recipe”
I’ve always taken a little bit of pride in my ability to whip together a quick and healthy meal. I’ve been doing it for years! The more you cook – the faster you get…and eventually you even find shortcuts to getting things done even faster. I wrote a cookbook with my dinners that took less … Continue reading “My FASTEST Low Carb Meals”
Bariatric Friendly Gumbo! (Rice Free) Weight-loss surgery patients are going to LOVE this recipe! Warm, hearty and protein packed! Whether you’ve had (or will be having) Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Bypass or other Gastric surgeries…be sure to save this one for good! Pregnancy cravings are the real deal. And my craving for a thick and hearty … Continue reading “Bariatric Friendly Gumbo! (Rice Free)”
25 Bariatric recipes for the crockpot. Easy recipes focused on protein for patients after Gastric Sleeve, Bypass or DS.
Not too long ago I posted some of my favorite Bariatric Friendly products I felt beginners needed to know about. But the truth is…I really just scratched the surface. I spent some time going through the aisles of Sam’s Club and couldn’t stop snapping photos of products perfect for pre and post-op Sleeve and Bypass … Continue reading “Sam’s Club Bariatric Friendly Deals”
Southwest Stuffed Burger The time has come when I start to grow tired of stews and chills and start to daydream about the summer nights of grilled meals. Also, my propane tank is out and I haven’t felt like replacing it yet. I decided it was time for a new bun-free burger to make on my … Continue reading “Southwest Stuffed Burger”
Mini Menu Plans are great for busy weeks. Instead of the full menu with 6 nights of meals, this menu provides 3 nights. I love these for weeks I’m going out of town or I double the portions for a “cook once, eat twice” kind of week. Provides easy to follow recipes for lean meat and veggie dinners. … Continue reading “Mini Meal Plans”
While we were on a recent visit to my parent’s house, my mom mentioned her pantry needed help. She never knows what to keep on hand and feels like she can never “whip up” anything quickly. She asked if I could come up with a list of things I would recommend to keep on hand … Continue reading “Top 10 Pantry Essentials”
Cheesy Garden & Chicken Soup Sometimes the ideas in my head for a recipe actually work. Like really work. I’m comfortable in announcing that I have created my new favorite soup. I’m not actually big on soups…but rather..stews. Or as Rachael Ray calls them “Stoups.” Rather than having a liquid/brothy based soup, I prefer thick and hearty meals. … Continue reading “Cheesy Garden & Chicken Soup”
