tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24636704795434580902011-11-04T09:23:14.898-04:00Exploring the world of low-carb, sugar-free, candida-free living!Live Free ~ Love Free.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13234684052312554745noreply@blogger.comBlogger111100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2463670479543458090.post-1780792622831134792009-12-28T20:20:00.004-05:002009-12-28T20:40:42.813-05:00

I think I first made this recipe when I was pregnant and dealing with an upset tummy. I have since then turned to it on several occasions when a stomach virus reared it's ugly head or just when I got a craving for a sweet drink with a bite. Since commercially prepared ginger ales that don't use sugar or aspartame are few and far between (though becoming more prevalent), this recipe is an

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Here is a delicious sauce - especially appropriate for topping some spaghetti squash to create Spaghetti Squash Mac 'N Cheese! tonight, I served this wonderful vegetable dish with a steak - on which the sauce was equally tasty. I used a fresh-grated sharp cheddar cheese but this sauce would be good with a variety of cheeses including parmesean to make an alfredo - so use your favorite or a

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Cold, snowy winter days (like today) make me yearn for carbs - especially pasta! Perhaps it is the memory of old comfort foods that were carb-heavy or maybe it is that many of those warm, toasty dishes featured pasta and other high carb foods. Whatever the case may be, I have learned to turn to some low-carb options that make me just as happy - if not more so since I can skip the carb hangover!

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Spiced Bundt CakeIngredients:15 oz canned black soybeans, drained and rinsed6 eggs6 Tbs butter, softened3/4 tsp NuNaturals Pure White Stevia Extract3/4 cup erythritol1 Tbs vanilla extract6 Tbs (packed) Tropical Traditions Coconut Flour1/2 tsp sea salt1/2 tsp baking soda1 tsp baking powder1 1/2 Tbs Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix (recipe to follow)1/2 - 1 cup Pecans, roughly chopped (optional)Directions:1.

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In a world where so many of us are exploring diets that are "free" of something, I would like to be a help to others (as so many have been a help to me over the past year). But since I am not completely familiar with all of the restrictions, I could use your help! If you are a follower of a "free" eating plan (dairy free, casein free, gluten free, vegan, Atkins (phase specific), South Beach,

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I took my Green Bean Casserole to our first Christmas celebration last night and it was once again enjoyed by all. So I thought I'd finally get around to sharing the recipe with everyone!Bonnie’s Green Bean CasseroleIngredients:28-30 oz canned green beans, drained½ medium onion, diced2 stalks celery, diced small2 Tbs butter or bacon drippings¼ cup heavy cream¼ cup mayonnaise1 cup cheese,

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Ingredients1/3 cup splenda or generic equivalent1/4 tsp NuNaturals Stevia1 cup lemon juice (bottled or fresh)cold waterDirections1. Place splenda, stevia, and lemon juice in 2 quart pitcher2. Fill with water to the 2 quart line3. Mix well, chill and serve!NotesThis has become one of my favorite treats lately. It is especially good when used to make an "Arnold Palmer" (fill a glass with half

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For anyone else that is exploring the world of being sugar-free, I found a great product! I don't know what it was, but something propelled me to look at the nutrition label of SoBe Lifewater 0 Calorie the other day (it could've been the coupon I had!). AND...they use natural sweeteners in it! I was very excited to see that they only use sweeteners that are on my "approved" list ... erythritol

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Today's theme for "Get to Know You Tuesday" at For The Mommas is food. I have been wanting to get a recipe posted so I thought this would be a great opportunity! With the on-set of fall and the cooler weather, pumpkins have taken a place in the forefront of my mind. With that, I discovered, then modified, a great pumpkin muffin recipe. Here is my version:Low Carb Pumpkin MuffinsMakes 24 mini

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Many of you are aware of my desire to eventually add some of my favorite tried-and-true sugar-free, yeast-free, low-carb recipes - many of which are also gluten-free. Hopefully I will have an opportunity to do this soon. In the meantime, I wanted to let you know about my three favorite resources for health products as many of my recipes will include ingredients that aren't found on local grocery

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So I've been thinking about this for a while and trying to work out some of the details but I just couldn't wait any longer to share my excitement for these great ministry opportunities. The coupon ministry will be two-fold:1. I will use the coupons that I can in combination with store sales and store coupons to find the absolute best bargains around - yielding free or nearly free products (food,

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