Karen K Dempsey, Author at Thriving SuperMama

9 Keto Eggs Muffins

June 7, 2020 2 Mins Read

If you are thinking about eating healthy, keto is the ultimate diet for you. It is a low-carb diet with more protein and fats foods. There are many other foods you could eat instead of the high carbs such as sea foods, vegetable, cheese, meat, poultry and eggs. Eggs are quite versatile since they can be prepared singly or as an ingredient. Here is a creative way for you to eat keto. Who said dieting has to be boring? Check out a few healthy salads together with some salad toppings that will leave you asking for more. Egg muffins :Pexels Ingredients 7 eggsSalt and pepper for seasoning½ cup of spring onions, diced½ cup spinach1 cup grated cheddar cheese4 bacon strips,…

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All about salads and salad dressings

June 7, 2020 2 Mins Read

Eating raw foods such as fruits and vegetables can be a great source of nutrients and vitamins for your body. Salads can be served cold or warm as an appetizer, main course or accompaniment to the main course. They are easy to prepare and can be enjoyed at lunch, dinner or as a snack in between meals. Salads should be eaten as soon as they are prepared as they can be stored for only a short time. If you would like to eat them at a later time, wrap the bowl with cling film and store in the refrigerator. A typical salad has the following structure;Base – This is the foundation of the salad. It is usually the leafy green…

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Healthy salad toppings!

June 1, 2020 2 Mins Read

Beans – Some popular beans to add to your salad include red kidney beans, black beans and chickpeas. They are a great source of protein. You can use canned beans or prepare some at home. Cheese – You can either use shredded hard cheeses such as cheddar and parmesan or soft cheese that easily crumble like feta, goat and blue cheese. Cheese adds more flavour to your salad. Read also: Must have spices in your pantry Corn – Corn kernels not only add that pop of colour to your salads, but also more nutrients. Dried fruits – A variety of dried fruits you can add to your salad include cranberries and raisins. A healthy salad: Pexels Eggs – Boil those…

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Must have spices in your pantry

May 31, 2020 2 Mins Read

Read also: Sandwich me baby! Food without spices is like Life without Fresh air! Kay’s Food Delights Cumin is a popular spice. It can be used both as the whole seed or ground. It is mostly paired with meats, beans, lentils, potatoes, rice. Cinnamon is an aromatic condiment. It is mostly used in curry recipes and can be paired with meats, pastry, rice and even beverages such as tea and coffee.Chilli powder is mostly used in meat marinades. It is also used to add flavour to curries, soups and stews.Curry powder is mostly used in curry and stew recipes to add flavour and colour.. It is a great flavour addition to meat marinades. Just a pinch of Cayenne pepper add…

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Sandwich me baby!

May 27, 2020 1 Min Read

What do you do when you have items that would rather taste better when eaten together? You put them in a sandwich and Viola! Something tasty in one. Try this sandwich recipe, filled with lots of lettuce. On the bright side, you can always cheat and customize these ingredients to your liking. More veges? Add them on! More meaty ingredients in the sandwich? Try it too. On the bright side, it’s a smart way to get the family eating veges and things you want hidden, because that’s the sandwich concept! Read also: Carrot cake goodness https://www.instagram.com/p/B9BwX97BfNy/?igshid=2donmsq6sizs

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Oh Yes Omelette!

May 15, 2020 1 Min Read

Are you craving an under 5 minutes meal that makes you remain full for hours? A cheesy omelette is here for exactly that. When you’re tired of eating your eggs scrambled, fried or with the sunny side up, this recipe can get you appreciating the magic of eggs to a whole new level. The vegetables used make the omlette pop with a bright color which you can always get creative with regards your preferences. Here’s the old school omelette, the yummy way. Read also: Shake it like Shakshuka https://www.instagram.com/p/B9_dKFzAuSs/?igshid=1ngr9paul4wpj

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Shake it like Shakshuka?

May 15, 2020 1 Min Read

If you’re the type who loves playing adventure cooking games using eggs, then this egg dish will definitely stand out for you. Shakshuka is an amazing dish that will be loved by the little ones who often get easily bored by other plainly done eggs like scrambled or hard boiled. The beauty is that you can reduce on the spices especially if you love your food mildly spicy. This variation includes some cayenne, promising to take you to a whole new culinary world. Read also: Original Beef Pilau https://www.instagram.com/p/CAMyPr2AINV/

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Carrot Cake Goodness??

May 15, 2020 1 Min Read

Are you craving some dessert? As you get creative with the bunch of carrots you have, this cake is a gorgeous treat for any day. You’ll love how it melts in your mouth. Read also: Chocolate cookies https://www.instagram.com/p/B_u-tmXAeZz/?igshid=gg6xq80mx19v

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Kay’s Food Delights: Chocolate Chip Cookies ?

May 11, 2020 2 Mins Read

Name one person who dislikes chocolate and we’ll have to return them back to sender. Oh well, chocolate (in all its varieties) is a darling to many. So what do you get when you pair dough and chocolate chips? Chocolate chip cookies! Make this melt-in-your-mouth cookiesyour ultimate comfort food this social isolation season. Disclaimer: You can have a dozen of these in one sitting! Sevings: 30 Prep time: 15 minutes Baking time: 12 minutes Total time: 27 minutes Ingredients 1 cup salted butter softened1 cup caster sugar1 cup brown sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract2 eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1 tsp sea salt1 1/2 cups chocolate chips What to do Preheat the oven to 190oC. Line…

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Kay’s Food Delights: Original Beef Pilau

May 10, 2020 1 Min Read

It’s Mother’s day! There is no better way to shout ‘I Love you Mummy’ than by making the ultimate Mummy feel-good food. This Original Pilau recipe is perfect for Mother’s day lunch or dinner. The aromatic spices are sure to leave a memory in anyone’s mind for ages to come. Accompanied by beef stew and the sensational mango salsa which hits all the right notes on your palate, you’ll have expressed your love in depth. https://www.instagram.com/p/CAAXny1A30i/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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