Fruity Ham Bundles...

If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed For fun new recipes and articles to help you become a Gourmet too. Thanks for visiting! Looking for a fun easy summertime appetizer, or a yummy little lunch for your kiddos? Here is a great way to bring the family to the table fast. What You Need: 1 (3 oz) pkg. cream cheese, room temperature 1 tbsp orange marmalade 1/3 lb. ham, cut into 4 in wide strips 2 kiwi,...

Mushroom, Onion and Bacon Packed Burgers...

These burgers are a great addition to any picnic. With only 3 g carbohydrates each a great lunch for everyone. What You Need: 4 slices bacon 1 onion, chopped 1 (6 oz) can mushrooms, drained and chopped fine 1 lb. lean ground round 1 lb. pork sausage 1/4 c Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp. pepper 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 2 tbsp low sodium steak sauce (your favorite) How to Make It: Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until...

Very Berry Picnic Cakes...

What You Need: 1 c low carb baking mix 1/2 c pecans 3 tbsp + 2 tsp. granulated sugar substitute 1/4 tsp. salt 6 tbsp butter, cold and cut into pieces 1 2/3 c heavy cream, dived 1/4 c sour cream 1 egg 3 c fresh berries, any type How to Make It: Place the baking mix into a food processor. Add the pecans, 3 tbsp. sugar substitute and salt. Pulse until the pecans are ground very fine. Place the butter into the food...

Quick and Easy Marinade Ideas...

I’m not sure about you, but I love to see well seasoned food on the grill. It seems that when you go to the restaurant and order a grilled steak, it has those beautiful grill lines and is so juicy it makes your mouth water before the steak ever hits your lips. On top is a sauce that can be tasted all the way through the meat. With a little practice and just the right combination of marinade and seasonings, you can learn...

Corn on the Cob and Tomato Salsa...

What You Need: 2 ears of corn, cooked and removed from the cob 4 tomatoes, chopped 1/4 C of red onion, chopped fine 1/4 C of fresh cilantro, chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped 1/4 C Zesty Italian dressing How to Make It: Place the corn, tomatoes and onion into a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the fresh cilantro. Add the jalapeno pepper and toss to combine all the ingredients together. Pour the dressing over the top of the...