Thanksgiving was a wonderful time of sharing!  Our family has shared a sinus cold and fever between us since then!  Last year, our family shared the stomach flu….  I think we should go on vacation next Thanksgiving and skip the family sharing! 

Since I can’t smell anything I can’t really taste anything either.  This made me crave something spicy!    I made these delicious spicy fried tomatoes.  I topped them with Sir Kensington’s Chipotle Mayo.  Yummy!

I made the coating out of almond flour and Flavor God‘s Everything Spicy Seasoning.  Yummy!  I am salivating thinking about them.

Fried Green Tomatoes:

I think most of us who lived in the 80’s saw the movie!  Fried tomatoes are traditionally served in the Southern United States.  They coat them in cornmeal and fry them.   They are served with a buttermilk sauce.  The Dutch fried green tomatoes are found in Pensylvania as well as in Holland!  The Dutch version is usually flour coated then fried.

Everyone at our house is starting to be back to normal.  I still sound like I am using my sexy voice or that I smoke 10 packs of cigarettes a day!  Haha!  I don’t smoke or try to use my sexy voice all day long!

However you like your fried tomatoes, I hope you enjoy my spicy version of them.  Maybe it’s spicy because I live in Arizona!
 
 
Spicy Fried Green Tomatoes
Spicy Southern deliciousness! Crispy fried green tomatoes are comforting and delicious!

INGREDIENTS  

• 4 whole Green Tomatoes Sliced into rounds
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 2 whole eggs beaten
• 1 tbsp Everything Spicy seasoning

INSTRUCTIONS 

• Slice tomatoes into rounds and pat dry with a paper towel.
• Beat Eggs in a bowl and set aside.
• Combine Almond flour and seasoning in a bowl.
• Heat oil in a pan on medium heat.
• Dip tomato in egg then into flour and coat well.
• Fry until golden brown on each side. Remove from pan and put on a plate with a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
• Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish. I served mine with Spicy Mayo, but you can serve with ranch or any sauce you like.

 
As Always,

Best Wishes for Gluten Free Dishes!
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XO,
Michelle



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These gluten free Brussel sprouts are so good they taste like candy!  You might get even the pickiest eater to like them! ​

These Brussel Sprouts make a fantastic holiday side dish!

T- 2 days until Turkey Day arrives!  Wether we are ready or not it’s here!  I am not cooking the main meal this holiday… So weird, but I am excited about my SIL and BIL hosting!  I am excited about this brussel sprout side dish!  The wine will be flowing and hopefully, good conversations and lots of laughter will follow.   They have 2 big dogs so I am always waiting for one of them to run off with the meat!  Thankfully they are pretty well trained.

Friends, Family, Food and Fun

As I type this, my neighborhood girlfriends have a group text going on.  It is one thing I am thankful for this Thanksgiving.  I am thankful for my hubby and girls.  My family and his.  Our friends near and far.  Livelihoods that support us.  Our hobbies that keep us balanced.  God.  Jesus.  So many things I can’t name them all.

I know that not everyone’s list is the same as mine.  Holidays bring this to my mind.  If you are lonely, grieving, angry, have unresolved family issues or are in need, I hope you find joy in this Thanksgiving.  If it is only for a day, minute or glimmer.
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When you need a fast side dish for Thanksgiving, this brussel sprout bacon deliciousness goes together in a few minutes.  Throw it in the oven and it’s done in 15 minutes.  Easy Peasy!

If you like this Brussel Sprout recipe you might also like:

Shredded Brussel Sprout Salad

Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts


Brussel sprouts so good they tastes like candy!  One sheet pan side dish! Fast and delicious!  My family says the Brussel sprouts taste like candy!

INGREDIENTS  

• 1 pkg Large Brussel Sprouts Halved
• 1 pg Mushrooms chopped
• 1 whole Red onion chopped
• 4 pieces thick cut bacon chopped 

INSTRUCTIONS 

• Put all ingredients on a sheet pan.
• Drizzle with oil such as avacado, just so the veggies don’t stick. Not too much because the bacon will make some oil.
• Bake in oven at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes or until desired crispiness.
• Pour into a serving dish. Drizzle with balsamic reduction. I bought fig reduction at our farmer’s market.
• Enjoy!

 
 
 
I hope you have a blessed holiday season! 

As Always,

Best Wishes for Gluten Free Dishes!
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XO,
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Michelle



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If you are looking for a quick party appetizer or just something delicious to go with some wine look no further!  

It is the holiday season and sometimes you need an appetizer to share with other people, and sometimes you need something delicious to eat and drink some wine with.  Whichever occasion, these cranberry goat cheese stuffed dates wrapped in bacon are perfect!  They are, start to finish out of the oven and ready to serve in about 20 minutes!

I asked my friends what they would like me to post recipes about, for a fresh perspective, and my friend Jolyn asked for appetizers.  So, here is an easy appetizer that is addictive and delicious.  I love how fast it goes together and of course, it has bacon.

Thanksgiving and Christmas and ….. New Years… appetizers are needed!

The holidays are upon us and it feels like non stop entertaining or parties to go to!  It’s a busy time of year and no matter what you celebrate, it is always awesome to get together with friends and family.  I feel super blessed to have both friends and family close by and I am looking forward to getting to spend time with them.  I am waiting to pick up family who are on a delayed flight as I write this!

​ SO excited for the fun week ahead.

Here’s The Video on how to make these!

I love these stuffed dates because you can make them pretty fast and they are a hit at gatherings! I like to make them with cranberry goat cheese around the holidays, but change up the filling other times of the year. Even plain goat cheese is delicious if you didn’t want to use cranberry. 


If you like this stuffed dates recipe you might also like:

My Quick Charcuterie Board

Cranberry Maple Baked Brie

Here’s The Recipe for Stuffed Dates:

Cranberry goat cheese stuffed dates wrapped in BACON!
A quick and delicious appetizer! Hope you love them as much as we do!

INGREDIENTS  

• 16 pitted dates
• 1 cup Goat Cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped cranberries
• 1/2 pkg thin cut bacon

INSTRUCTIONS 

• Set the goat cheese on the counter to soften for a few minutes.
• Chop cranberries into small pieces.
• Put cranberries and goat cheese into a bowl and stir to combine.
• Cut dates on one side so you can put the filling in.
• Use your fingers and put cranberry goat cheese into each date.
• Wrap with bacon and secure with a toothpick.
• Bake in the oven on a baking sheet for 15-20 min at 375 or until the bacon is crispy.
• Enjoy!

As Always,

Best Wishes for Gluten Free Dishes!
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XO,
Michelle

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This creamy and delicious gluten free mashed cauliflower is so easy to make and it's low carb!

Why Mashed Cauliflower?

If you are eating low carb and want a delicious, creamy side dish this is for you!   This will make you think you are eating the most creamy and cheesy mashed potatoes ever! However, no potatoes just cauliflower and fewer carbs. Hooray! 

This recipe is the starter version of this side dish.  You can add whatever you want to fancy this up.  Sometimes, I add bacon, green onions, chives, more cheddar, blue cheese etc…etc…..etc…..  Whatever you would add to a potato dish you can add to this yummy mashed cauliflower. Boom! 

I am starting to sound like Bubba from Forrest Gump…. mashed cauliflower with bacon, mashed cauliflower with chives, mashed cauliflower with gravy, mashed cauliflower with red wine reduction, mashed cauliflower with blue cheese and bacon.  Alas, you get the point, the options are as good as your imagination.  Now, I want to go and watch that movie! haha!

Make This for the Holidays:

The holidays are approaching and low carb and keto diets are easily thrown out the window.   This is such a fast side dish to whip up and bring with you to parties. It takes the temptation out of the steamy bowl of delicious potatoes.  I love me some potato products, but I am just as satisfied by eating this and no guilt afterward.  Most parties have a protein source that fits into a low carb or keto diet.  You can get cauliflower in the frozen section of most stores, pick some up so you are prepared for the next get together.   Pop it into the microwave to steam and you are half way to this side dish being done. 

Make it Fancy, add some toppings, check your outfit and you are out the door!  Holiday party slayed!

I will be adding some extra bags of frozen cauliflower to my shopping list.  I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!


Easy Mashed Cauliflower
Made in your blender, this side dish comes together fast and is a crowd pleaser!

INGREDIENTS  

• 1 head cauliflower steamed
• 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
• 1/4 stick Butter softened
• 1/4 cup Sour cream
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
• 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• S &P to taste

INSTRUCTIONS 

• Put the milk in the blender followed by all of the ingredients. Blend until combined. The hot cauliflower melts the butter in my blender. If you want you can melt the butter ahead of time. Garnish with your favorite topping!
• Enjoy!

If you like this recipe, you might also like these:

Airfryer Cauliflower Pizza Crust– a delicious keto option!

Cauliflower pizza crust– a delicious oven baked crust!

Chipotle Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice




As Always,

Best Wishes for Gluten Free Dishes!
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XO,
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Michelle