As a parent of small, impressionable children, I am always fighting against the tide of fast food commercials, with their bright amusing images and catchy jingles. Everyone is always having a good time, it seems, when they are chowing down on trans-fat french fries and guzzling sugar sodas. These coconut crusted mahi mahi nuggets are my low carb, gluten-free answer to McDonald’s Fish McBites. And I have to say, they are a really good, healthy answer to the siren’s call of that fast food behemoth. My kids loved them and it gave me a way of sneaking more coconut oil into their diet. I can’t always get away with that one, as they don’t seem to like it when I cook other things for them in coconut oil. I adore my eggs and veggies cooked in coconut oil, but my kids aren’t quite used to it yet. We’re getting there…slowly!
Coconut Crusted Mahi Mahi Nuggets – Low Carb and Gluten-Free
Honest Mojitos – Honest Tea Review and Giveaway
The other day, I told my son he could go get a pop from the fridge. This is a rather remarkable event for several reasons. In the first instance, he had no idea what I was talking about when I said pop, so I had to explain that pop was the Canadian term for soda. Apparently being a Canadian while raising kids in the US can lead to some cultural misunderstandings. Secondly, it was remarkable that I was even uttering the sentence to him at all. I very rarely let my kids have pop (soda), and I never offer it to them of my own accord. I’ve never been much of a pop (soda) drinker, and although we keep some around the house, it’s mostly for guests and a six pack can last us months upon months.
Sugary, carbonated drinks have never been my thing, as they tend to make me feel more parched than I started off with, but I am also not very keen on the artificial sweeteners in most diet pops. And given the epidemic of obesity in our society, I am so very glad that pop (soda) drinking was not a habit I ever developed. I usually stick to water to quench my thirst. But I occasionally find myself sick of the taste of H2O and eager for something else to cool my tongue, and it’s not easy to find something that meets my specifications.
Mango Creamsicles – Sugar-Free Gluten-Free Snacks for Kids
Made with real mango and fresh cream, these sugar-free Mango Creamsicles are a fresh, healthy snack for kids. I am not quite the sugar Nazi that some of my friends seem to think I am. My kids do get a bit of sugar here and there and I don't toss … [Continue reading]
Tiramisu Cookie Cups – Low Carb and Gluten-Free
Creamy tiramisu filling in little coffee-flavoured cookie cups. Low carb tiramisu you can eat with your fingers! I love mascarpone, but apparently mascarpone doesn't love me. It does not at all like my attempts to make it do what I want it to … [Continue reading]
Chipotle Lime Grilled Chicken – Low Carb and Gluten-Free
Grilling season is here, so get out and grill with this delicious and easy Chipotle Lime Chicken recipe. I don't have much to say about this recipe except that grilling season is finally here and I for one could not be happier. Being able to take … [Continue reading]
Keurig Office Pro Review and a K-Cup Giveaway
Well, that was easy! This is the refrain that has been playing over and over in my house lately, thanks to the Easy Button from Staples. You know the commercials, the one where some difficult office task is solved by a press of the big red button … [Continue reading]
Homemade Mascarpone Cheese
You asked for it! Rich, creamy homemade mascarpone is so ridiculously easy, you have no excuse not to make it! Never underestimate the power of social media. Oh sure, Twitter, Facebook and the like can lead to the dissipation of our time and … [Continue reading]
Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Popsicles – Low Carb and Gluten-Free
Rich and creamy, with a chocolate shell, these Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Popsicles are the ultimate warm-weather indulgence. Bring on summer! There is no shortage of chocolate and peanut butter recipes here on All Day I Dream About Food. … [Continue reading]
Frozen Margarita Tart with Voskos Greek Yogurt – Low Carb and Gluten-Free
A delicious frozen Greek yogurt tart with all the flavours of a classic margarita. Just in time for Cinco de Mayo! I am something of a Greek yogurt junkie. I keep it around the house at all times and I feel lost if there isn't any in the … [Continue reading]
Cream of Endive Soup with Rosemary Parmesan Crisps
A creamy, comforting soup thickened only with endive and lightly scented with rosemary. Serve some rosemary Parmesan crisps on the side for a wonderful appetizer. What do you do when you don't know what else to make for dinner? You make soup, … [Continue reading]
I am Carolyn, a writer, runner, mother and diabetic. I am also the evil mastermind behind this blog. I live for food. Join me in my experiments in creating delicious low carb, gluten free recipes. 
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