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How to Make Carne Asada Even a Gringo Can’t Mess Up

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The first official weekend of summer definitely calls for some outdoor grilling and, inspired by my recent trip to Mexico, I’m all fired up for carne asada! Carne Asada beef platter

Perhaps you’ve never tasted carne asada or (gasp) even heard of it! This south-of-the-border, crowd-pleasing staple is simply grilled meat. That’s right – “carne asada” literally translates to “grilled meat” and this beef-loving girl likes to use the traditional flank steak. Read on to learn how to make carne asada even a gringo can’t mess up.  Continue reading →

Steak & Waffles with Mango Mint Sauce

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Waffles are the way to herald in a really epic weekend. Let’s just say that the details of dozens upon dozens of memory-making weekends are seared into my brain – the ones that started with waffles always ended up beyond wonderful. Steak and Waffles with Mango Mint Syrup

Now my recipe for Steak & Waffles with Mango Mint Sauce sounds incredibly crazy, but it’s amazingly delicious – trust me! Just imagine fluffy-slash-crunchy waffles topped with an unexpectedly exotic sweet-and-savory spin. Read on to get this creative waffle recipe that’s perfect for Mother’s Day brunch.    Continue reading →

Korean Short Ribs for Slow Cooker | Gluten-free, Paleo

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Usually, I’m the one creating recipes . . .it’s my jam, it’s what I love to do and I’ve been making my take on healthy good eats since I was 8 years old and was inspired by Betty Crocker Kid’s Cookbook! But, last month, Beef Loving Texans asked me to recreate one of THEIR beef recipes (Korean Braised Beef Short Ribs to be exact) and break it out into a step-by-step tutorial that would make it easy to follow along – you can check the original post out at How to Make Restaurant-Quality Korean Braised Short Ribs at Home.Braised Korean Beef Short Ribs in Slow Cooker - Paleo, Gluten Free

But, WAIT, I’m also knocking the helpful how-to HERE for you and also sharing some other insights on the beef slow cooker recipe, plus I’ve made a few tweaks to make it gluten-free and paleo-friendly.Read on to get all the details on this Korean beef short rib recipe. Continue reading →

Weeping Tiger Thai Beef Kebabs

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They say a good steak dinner can make you cry, and my Weeping Tiger Thai Beef Kebabs holds true these sentiments. I advise having a napkin nearby to dab your eyes (and mouth) after the emotional feelings this sirloin steak dish evokes with its mouth-watering, meaty flavor and smoky, subtle sweet-heat. Weeping Tiger Thai Beef Kebabs

This easy international beef recipe was originally created for my friends at Beef Loving Texans. It’s protein-packed and brings an international flair to your Paleo, Keto or otherwise lower-carb diet. Read on to get this easy beef kebab recipe for the grill. Continue reading →

20 Lighter Southern Food Recipes

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It’s National Southern Food Day on January 22nd . . . that’s a thing, y’all! Traditional southern food is a reflection of who we are and where we came from, it’s what brings us together at family gatherings, holidays, special occasions and as regional collective. There are a lot of basic themes of southern food, but most is as unique as the mama that’s putting her spin on it. My “take” is to make healthy southern food based on the classic recipes, using fresh and “fitter” ingredients – I get a burr in my britches (and sometimes bee in my bonnet) when people assume you can’t make healthy southern food.20 Lighter Southern Food Recipes thefitfork.com

Check out my 20 Lighter Southern Food Recipes, and come back now, ya hear?!    Continue reading →