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FANCY BUTTER ROSE

Here’s a fun addition to impress your guest at your holiday feasts, the best part is that its super easy! What you will need: 2 sticks of cold refrigerated butter A small plate or platter A sharp knife It’s important to start with cold cold butter, because it is easier to work with. Cut theContinue reading “FANCY BUTTER ROSE”

Turkey Barley Soup THM-E

Thanksgiving is a time of leftovers! My husband loves to make a whole turkey, and not only during the holidays! So I have gotten creative about the leftovers into sandwiches, and casseroles. But this year I did something different. He made a practice turkey before thanksgiving and so we have a boatload of leftovers. AfterContinue reading “Turkey Barley Soup THM-E”

Not Your Mamas Green Bean Casserole

I love traditional green bean casserole. But I’ve got two problems with the recipe. My better half won’t eat mushrooms, and I don’t like using canned soup as an ingredient. My heart is a purist, meaning only eating whole foods that are unadulterated, but at my head is Drive-Thru-Sue who wants meals to come fastContinue reading “Not Your Mamas Green Bean Casserole”

Sugar Free Candied Pecans THM S/Keto friendly

I just love the smell of those candies roasted nuts at the county fair and baseball games. But knowing they are coated in cane sugar, makes them less appealing. I made this recipe with the intention of using them to top salads, eat as snacks, and to use as a topper to my sweet potatoContinue reading “Sugar Free Candied Pecans THM S/Keto friendly”

Easy Pumpkin Spice Kefir By

We are so excited about this post from our friend, and guest blogger Lauren Ottwell! Easy Pumpkin Spice Kefir (THM S or FP) THM S or FP 1 quart kefir (double fermented*) 1/4 cup pumpkin puree 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 3-4 doonks stevia, to taste 2 doonks maple extract Combine all ingredients inContinue reading “Easy Pumpkin Spice Kefir By”

Beef and Barley Crockpot Roast- THM

Winter is here! It snowed all weekend and I was wanting to make our house smell warm and cozy! Ive made this stew before, and my husband always asks for more! This recipe can be modified to be THM-E, THM-S, THM-XO or even THM – Deep S! Modifications are at the bottom!! As it isContinue reading “Beef and Barley Crockpot Roast- THM”

How to not gain 70 pounds while pregnant (THM Pregnancy)

My husband and I started having babies as soon as we got married. When we got married I weighed around 150 pounds ( I am 5’7″). I was 23 when my first baby was born, and I suffered terrible Hyperemesis (a condition of severe nausea, vomiting and dehydration), I was in the hospital several timesContinue reading “How to not gain 70 pounds while pregnant (THM Pregnancy)”

Calling All Who Are Frustrated with Diets

“Dieting”- this word has become the bane of my existence! Constantly jumping from one diet to another just to drop a couple pounds and gain it back before jumping on another diet. This is no way to live. From this I have discovered the Trim Healthy Mama approach to LIVING- not dieting! This approach givesContinue reading “Calling All Who Are Frustrated with Diets”

Ninja Warrior Punch

This sipper is amazing, and packs an awesome “punch”. My girls named it “Ninja Warrior” in honor of our good friend LJ. This sipper is great for warding off colds, flu and virus, but also, the optional ingredients help you focus and stay calm. I love making with the optional ingredients for my kids inContinue reading “Ninja Warrior Punch”

Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling! THM S

Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling! THM S/Keto This cheesecake filling hits the spot when you want something sweet and fall-inspired! Its protein packed, and low carb. You can use it as a dip with celery sticks, eat it plain for a desert or even a breakfast. The addition of whey protein makes this enough to fill youContinue reading “Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling! THM S”