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Air Fryer Veggies

I cooked these yummy vegetables in my new Ninja Air Fryer!  I’m in love.

 

AIR FRYER VEGGIES

1 medium zucchini, sliced
6-8 grape tomatoes, cut in half
4-6 baby carrots, cut into pieces
1 Tbsp of coconut oil, melted
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
salt and pepper

In a mixing bowl, toss vegetables and coconut oil until coated.
Sprinkle with spices and toss again.

Place veggies in a single layer on the crisper plate in the air fryer basket.

Set temperature at 390º and cook for 10-12 minutes, pausing around 6 minutes
to shake the veggies around, or use silicone coated tongs to stir the veggies.

*Cooking times may vary according to your air fryer.

 

The Ninja Air Fryer

Triple Chocolate Snack Cake – Grain Free, Gluten Free, and Sugar Free

This is one of the best low-carb sugar-free cakes I’ve ever had.

Triple Chocolate Snack Cake – Grain Free, Gluten Free, and Sugar Free

1 cup almond flour (like Honeyville), or low carb flour blend
2/3 cup erythritol, or Swerve (I used Swerve)
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. sea salt
3 whole eggs
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 Tbs dark chocolate
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1/3 cup organic chocolate chips, like Enjoy Life chunks

 

1) Whisk first 5 ingredients in mixing bowl.

2) In small microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate
and coconut oil. Set aside to cool.

3) In separate bowl, whisk eggs, cream, and
vanilla extract together. Add chocolate mixture
to the egg mixture; mix well.

4) Gradually add to the flour mixture, whisking
for several minutes until batter if fluffy.

5) Pour into a greased loaf pan or 8” cake pan.

6) Sprinkle top with chocolate chips or chunks.

7) Bake at 350ºF 25-30 minutes until top springs back
to the touch. Cool before serving.

~Tastes great the next day!

Crumb shot – just see how good the crumb is on this cake?!

 

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Here’s a delicious Low Carb Chocolate Chip Cheesecake recipe!

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DISCLAIMER: If you purchase from the links in this post you are helping support Heart of a Country Home at no extra charge to yourself.  Thanks and Happy New Year!

Cheese Board

My daughter got married last month and I attempted to make a cheese board for

the reception.

I used fresh mozzarella, sharp cheddar, white cheddar with Mediterranean herbs, pepper jack, smoked Gouda, salami, pepperoni, dried apricots, walnuts, grapes, and a variety of crackers, bread, and pretzel sticks.

 

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I purchased this bamboo cheese board from Amazon.

As you can see I had to add another board since I was feeding a crowd.

 

Cheese is wonderful.

I’m very happy with the cheese board and hope to use it again soon.

 

2017 – Thus Far

 

I had a birthday.  Birthday Bouquet from my co-worker.

Mug from my friend.

 

I’m trying to eat healthy.  Chicken with salad greens in a pretty dish.  I’ve lost 10 lbs.

 

I worked with my daughter planning her spring wedding.  Sweet Powder Room arrangement.

 

She got married in March.  I purchased this beautiful cake stand on Amazon.

 

Not long after the wedding, I got sick.  Too feel better I drank herbal tea in a pretty tea cup.

 

Feeling much better, I got outside on a beautiful sunny Saturday and planted some flower pots.

 

Breaking my normal morning routine AND my eating habits, I went out and had breakfast with my dear daughter #2. ♥

 

I AM BLESSED.

 

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What about you?  How has your 2017 been so far?

 

 

Keep the Faith ~ Inspiration

To those that may be struggling with disappointments, life, diet, lack of results…

Meal Prep Time

It’s a new year

and if you’re like me, you’re more determined than ever to lose a few pounds and find better health. What better time to do some meal prep for the week so we can stay on track?

These divided containers look like the perfect tool to help us in our efforts!

Perfectly sized divided  areas in the tray  hold the perfect amount of food.Seven containers with lids allows meal prep for a week!

Click HEREto learn more about or to purchase these handy containers.

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For Meal Prep Also See:

 

Here’s to a happy new year and a happier healthier you and me!

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Bacon

 

Amazing Grass Green Superfood for your Smoothies

Can I just say how much I really love this product?!

It may not be for everyone, but it has made a difference in how I feel

and the price can’t be beat, either!

While the lemon-lime flavor is my favorite right now, there are other flavors that I have tried, one being chocolate.  I blend this superfood powder right into my smoothie in the morning and it makes a difference in my day.  I love that this product is gluten free!  and also vegan if that’s a concern.

When I use the Amazing Grass Lemon-Lime, I add it in the blender with frozen strawberries and blueberries, some extra ice, filtered water, a pack of stevia, and a scoop of collagen. Then I blend away until I have a nice smooth drink that I pour in my jar and I’m off to work.

When I use the Amazing Grass Chocolate, I add it to the blender with about a 1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese, cashew milk, a tablespoon of cocoa to amp up the chocolate flavor, a tablespoon of natural peanut butter, ice, a pack of stevia, and a scoop of collagen.  Then I blend until a I have a nice thick smoothie.

(As always, if you have any medical issues and are currently under medical care, please check with your doctor before using supplements.)

Amazing Grass nutritional info label

If you are interested in purchasing Amazing Grass Superfood Lemon-Lime Energy, click here.

If you are interested in purchasing Amazing Grass Superfood Chocolate Infusion, click here.

If you are interested in purchasing Amazing Grass Superfood Alkalize and Detox, click here.

 

DISCLAIMER: If you purchase from the links in this post you are helping support Heart of a Country Home at no extra charge to yourself.  Thank you!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Helpful Household Hints ~ Orange Peels

It’s summertime and who doesn’t want their home to smell like citrus?

Here’s a great household tip for those orange or citrus peels.

Check out this nifty citrus peeler.

Starting the Trim Healthy Mama plan

Are you wanting to get started on the low-glycemic Trim Healthy Mama plan and just don’t know where to start?  I’ve put together some ideas on how to get started and stick to the plan.  Try it for a week and see if you feel better.  🙂

 

There are more tips and meal pictures on THIS page.  Remember healthy fats and slow burning carbs are welcome on this plan, just not at the same meal.

If you’re starting the THM plan, a good blender will be needed to make all the delicious blended drinks, like this Peanut Butter Milkshake, and even some of the new baked goodies.

The new Trim Healthy Mama cookbook is very affordable and full of healthy recipes and tips to continue on your THM journey.   Click on the picture below to purchase the cookbook.

The original plan book is a thick book full of recipes, plan tips, health tips, and even tips on your relationship with your spouse.

The new plan book is in an easier-to-read format and is all about the plan.

Some more great items to have on hand for your journey to weight loss and health.

• Trim Healthy Mama Baking Blend

• Super Sweet Blend

• Gentle Sweet

• Pristine Whey Protein Powder

• Great Lakes Collagen (great for hair, skin, and nails)

 

To find out more about Trim Healthy Mama, visit their website.

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~Monday Motivation~

Never give up.

Deep Dish Pizza ~ Low Carb • Grain Free • Gluten Free

This low carb pizza recipe has been around for years and I’m probably the last blogger to share it! 

It’s the pizza that I always make for the whole family and they love it.

The crust is neither crusty, thin, or crispy, but it’s delicious and a great base for all your favorite pizza toppings.

DEEP DISH PIZZA ~ Low Carb • Grain Free • Gluten Free

CRUST:

4 oz. cream cheese, softened
2 eggs
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
8 oz. shredded mozzarella

TOPPINGS:

½ cup no sugar added pizza sauce
assorted pizza toppings
4 oz. mozzarella cheese

Mix all crust ingredients but the shredded cheese in a bowl until smooth.
Spread shredded cheese evenly in a greased 9×13 dish.   Pour egg/cheese mixture evenly over cheese.

Bake at 375º for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.  Remove from heat, let cool 10-15 minutes.

Spread on ½ cup no sugar added pizza sauce, top with favorite pizza toppings and more mozzarella cheese.   Return to 375º oven for another 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.  I prefer to let mine brown just a little.

Makes 12-15 servings.  I like to add a nice green salad along with my pizza.

Enjoy!

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*On the Trim Healthy Mama plan this is an S meal.

Use these cute salad hands for serving your guests.

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Helpful Household Hints ~ Coffee Grounds

It’s Springtime and many will be starting their gardens.

Here’s a handy hint for your compost pile.

Coffee grounds can be an excellent addition to a compost pile.

The grounds are relatively rich in nitrogen, providing bacteria the energy they need to turn organic matter into compost. About 2 percent nitrogen by volume, used coffee grounds can be a safe substitute for nitrogen-rich manure in the compost pile.  (Provided by ScienceDaily.)

My blog’s 2014 in review ~ Happy New Year!

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2014 annual report for this blog.

Here’s an excerpt:

The Louvre Museum has 8.5 million visitors per year. This blog was viewed about 710,000 times in 2014. If it were an exhibit at the Louvre Museum, it would take about 30 days for that many people to see it.

Click here to see the complete report.