Low-Carb Labor Day

Have a Low-Carb Labor Day

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday in September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements of the United States. The three-day weekend it falls on is called Labor Day Weekend.

The following are articles and recipes to help you celebrate a Low-Carb Labor Day.

Grilled Strip Steak With Lemon Parsley Butter Recipe

New York Strip Steak

A big, fat, juicy Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Grilled Strip Steak is one my favorite meals. If I top it with a compound butter like the Tangy Lemon Parsley Butter, then it is ketogenic heaven! This meal is super easy to prepare and will put a smile on your family's face every time you serve it.

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Pineapple-Barbecued Salmon Fillets Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Recipe

What I like best about this Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Pineapple Barbecued Salmon Fillets Recipe is the ability to freeze the marinated uncooked fish for future use. It makes meal prep even quicker. The pineapple really boosts the flavor of the barbecue sauce. Your family and friends will love these Pineapple Barbecued Salmon Fillets!

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The Secret To Great Steak: Includes Recipe

Great Steak Recipe - Rib Eye Steak

The number one rule of great steak is “Start with great meat.” What defines great meat? Is it grass‑fed, is it local, is it natural, is it grain finished? Yes. But, let your pocket‑book and monthly food budget answer that question. And even disregarding the 3 USDA meat grades: prime (prime‑aged), choice, and select, I maintain great meat (aka great steak) is available across all grades and in all budgets.

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Low Carb Summer Libations by Dana Carpender

Summer party beverages are different than winter party beverages. Eggnog and other heavy, creamy drinks seem cloying now. And when you're playing in the sun, it's best to have a drink of modest potency, with a high water content. In other words, you want your beverages to refresh as well as relax.

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It’s Low-Carb Barbecue Time by Dana Carpender

Everyone loves barbecue! And at first glance, a rack of ribs or some barbecued chicken seems ideal for us low carb types. But there's a problem with virtually all commercial barbecue: the sauce. It's sugary. Often you'll get as much as 12 grams of sugar in a two-tablespoon serving - and who stops at two tablespoons? So it behooves us to learn how to turn out fabulous barbecue at home. I've always been a good cook, but until I learned the difference between grilling and barbecuing, I would try to grill ribs, and cremated them. Then I learned how to slow-smoke food. Now my ribs, chicken, even turkey, turn out succulent, smoky, and delicious every time.

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The Incredible Low Carb Meal I Had at the Greek Food Festival

Andrew's Low Carb Greek Meal

I had a great Low Carb Greek Salad at the 41st Annual Las Vegas Greek Food Festival hosted by St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Las Vegas, NV. I couldn't just walk up to one booth and buy the ultimate Low Carb Greek Meal - I had to assemble it myself but it was worth it!

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Yesterday’s Salad Makes Today’s Supper

Low-Carb Citrusy Green Bean & Carrot Salad

Make-ahead salads to the rescue! These salads have it all: They’re delectable, of course. They’re unusual, not just the same-old-same-old. They’re beautiful to look at, with all those bright and beautiful colors. And they can all be made yesterday, while any leftovers – should you have them – will be just as good tomorrow.

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Nature’s Hollow Honey Mustard Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce Sweetened with Xylitol 12 oz bottle

Nature's Hollow Sugar-Free Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce

Nature's Hollow Honey Mustard Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce adds a hearty sweet flavor to your favorite Low-Carb red meats, chicken, and fish without the sugar. Made with a healthful blend of delicious ingredients and sweetened with the natural sweetener Xylitol.

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