Michael Willis

Sugar Plum Baked Brie Bites

Make these Sugar Plum Baked Brie Bites with crescent dough, brie cheese, pecans, and sugar plum jam (or any jam you like) for an easy holiday appetizer. Sugar Plum Baked Brie Bites If you love baked brie, you’ll love this bite-sized appetizer that’s perfect for the holidays! With only four ingredients, these Baked Brie BitesContinue reading “Sugar Plum Baked Brie Bites”

The 5 Best Grill Pans of 2023

I love grilling for my family when the weather is nice, and recipes like my Grilled Chicken Sandwiches and Grilled Chicken and Tomato Kebabs are part of our regular weeknight dinner rotation during the summer. Even after I put away the grill for the season, I can still make these recipes in my kitchen withContinue reading “The 5 Best Grill Pans of 2023”

Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (Dec 11-17)

A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and Weight Watchers points. Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (Dec 11-17) As the holidays draw near, so does the pressure to make sure you haven’t forgotten any presents! They can add up quick- teachers, assistants, babysitters etc! Homemade gifts are alwaysContinue reading “Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (Dec 11-17)”

Coconut Macaroons

Made with sweetened coconut flakes, egg whites, and just a few other ingredients, these Coconut Macaroons are moist, chewy, and perfectly flavored. They’re wonderful for Passover and Christmas baking but can be enjoyed anytime. The Best Coconut Macaroons Recipe Making these coconut macaroons couldn’t be easier. You simply combine the ingredients, simmer the mixture, cool,Continue reading “Coconut Macaroons”

Snowman Chocolate Bark

Snowman Chocolate Bark is no-bake treat, perfect for the holidays made with mini marshmallows, chocolate, pretzel sticks, and sprinkles. Snowman Chocolate Bark If you need some holiday baking ideas to give as gifts that don’t require any baking, you’ll love these cute snowmen bark! They’re made with just five ingredients, including sugar-free chocolate chips, butContinue reading “Snowman Chocolate Bark”

Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas with Ham

Ring in the New Year, or enjoy them at any time of year, with this comforting Southern-style recipe for crockpot black-eyed peas with ham! Crockpot Black-Eyed Peas Did you know that black-eyed peas are actually beans, not peas? Either way, they’re an excellent source of calcium, folate, vitamin A, and fiber. This healthy, crock potContinue reading “Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas with Ham”

The Safety of Keto Diets

What are the effects of ketogenic diets on nutrient sufficiency, gut flora, and heart disease risk? Given the decades of experience using ketogenic diets to treat certain cases of pediatric epilepsy, a body of safety data has accumulated. Nutrient deficiencies would seem to be the obvious issue. Inadequate intake of 17 micronutrients, vitamins, and mineralsContinue reading “The Safety of Keto Diets “

Spinach-Artichoke Crostini

These Spinach-Artichoke Crostini are topped with a rich and creamy spread that is easy to assemble for a holiday appetizer! Spinach-Artichoke Crostini This Spinach-Artichoke Crostini recipe is similar to my spinach-artichoke dip—only they’re perfectly portioned and much easier to eat at a cocktail party. Plus, they’re a little lighter since they’re topped with fresh ParmesanContinue reading “Spinach-Artichoke Crostini”

Can You Sustain Weight Loss on Ketosis?

Might the appetite-suppressing effects of ketosis improve dietary compliance? The new data are said to debunk “some, if not all, of the popular claims made for extreme carbohydrate restriction,” but what about ketones suppressing hunger? In a tightly controlled metabolic ward study where the ketogenic diet made things worse, everyone ate the same number ofContinue reading “Can You Sustain Weight Loss on Ketosis? “

Cheddar Biscuits

The secret to making these EASY homemade Garlic Cheddar Biscuits lighter is Greek yogurt mixed into the dough! They come out golden brown, light, and so flaky! Garlic Cheddar Biscuits These made from scratch, Garlic Butter Cheddar Biscuits are the perfect side dish for any meal, whether you’re having a bowl of pasta, soup, chili,Continue reading “Cheddar Biscuits”