I love Thanksgiving food. But I don't love sugars and grains. And I especially hate gluten. It sure does seem like most Thanksgiving foods are gluten and sugar bombs. So what's a low carber to do? Say screw it and binge? Or miss out on all the yummy foods as you watch … [Read more...]
EAT HAPPY COOKING VIDEO: Roasted Zucchini and Squash Tian Casserole
This recipe is near and dear to my heart. It's both gorgeous and delicious. It's simple but hearty. It's almost too easy to eat. In fact, I often double it by making two levels of ingredients in the casserole pan and extending the cook time an additional 15-20 … [Read more...]
EAT HAPPY COOKING VIDEO: Instant Pot Chicken Paprikash Stew
This Chicken Paprikash Stew from my new low carb, NSNG cookbook Eat Happy Too takes out the flour/cornstarch, makes the dairy component optional, but still retains all the fresh flavor of this bright Hungarian pepper stew. And let's use an Instant Pot to make it, shall … [Read more...]
Corned Beef Brisket with Cabbage (Slow Cooker or Instant Pot)
Corned beef brisket is a wonderful invention. You can eat it for dinner and then the next morning scramble eggs with it and have the most satisfying breakfast. Briskets are very forgiving cuts of meat, the key is to find one that’s not pre-brined with chemical-filled liquids. You … [Read more...]
Low Carb Shepherd’s Pie with Cauliflower Mash
Take my old recipe for Turkey Mince Shepherd's Pie, replace the mince with beef and pork if you choose, and make a cauliflower mash in place of the potatoes. You won't miss those potatoes, friends. This I do solemnly swear. This is guilt free comfort food, remember? This is … [Read more...]
Red Curry Short Ribs in the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
You asked for more Instant Pot recipes, and I heard you, Boo. The recipe for Red Curry Short Ribs has zero added sugar, mostly because the curry paste I use from Thai Kitchen has no sugar. You don't need all that sugar, I promise. A coupla notes: You can replace the … [Read more...]
November Eat Happy Instant Pot Giveaway!!!
***GIVEAWAY DEADLINE NOW EXTENDED TO THURSDAY 11/30/2017!!!*** It's that time of year again, folks! Time for another Instant Pot Giveaway!! From today (11/1) through 11/30/2017, if you purchase a hard cover version of Eat Happy, forward your receipt to … [Read more...]
Anna on Live Television! Atlanta & Co: Cinco De Mayo NSNG Recipes
Anna Vocino on ATL & Co - Live Cooking Segment from Sea Bass Productions on Vimeo. I think live television is my new favorite thing. And bonus, I didn't accidentally curse or hurl insults at anyone. Many thanks to Christine Pullara for being the most kick ass and … [Read more...]
Acorn Squash Soufflé
Thanksgiving is upon us, and if you have a pulse, you are probably looking forward to indulging those sugar and grain whims. I don't blame you. But--hear me out--what if you could minimize the garbage intake and keep a few side dishes sugar and grain free? And what if those … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Short Ribs
It's hot outside. Damn hot. If you wanna keep the house cool, don't even bother turning on the stove or the oven. Crank up the grill or the slow cooker. Today is a slow cooker kind of day. I am obsessed with short ribs. They are tender and flavorful. They go with any … [Read more...]