Family Apron

09/23/2023

Making our FAMILY APRON'S protein pizza this week!!!

Happy National Pizza Day! What better way to celebrate than with a healthier riff on a classic! I made a margarita style pizza (adapted from Optavia), but you can switch up the ingredients! Next ti…

07/30/2023

Try our Low-Carb Jalapeno Popper Frittata for your next brunch! Tammy King Upshaw

04/29/2023

Happy Family Apron Saturday!

Cabbage is an underrated vegetable. It’s high in vitamin K, vitamin C and fiber. It’s also a good source of vitamin B6 and folic acid. And since it’s low in potassium, it& #82…

04/06/2023

Well hi all...it's been a minute! Hope everyone is doing well now that we finally have good weather again! It's really starting to feel like Spring now and Dane and I have been craving something refreshing. If you're a fan of Heart of Palm, simply add it to our Shrimp Ceviche recipe or totally replace the shrimp for a low fat all-veggie version! Tammy King Upshaw

It’s finally starting to feel like Spring and getting warmer out so Dane and I have been craving something fresh and healthy. We recently checked out an amazing Vegan food event and discovered Hear…

01/15/2022

I know many of us have made resolutions to become healthier. Here is a protein packed pizza for you! There is no bread! The pizza base is ground chicken...full of protein! Give it a try! You will not be disappointed! 🍕

Happy National Pizza Day! What better way to celebrate than with a healthier riff on a classic! I made a margarita style pizza (adapted from Optavia), but you can switch up the ingredients! Next ti…

04/21/2021

Break out that grill and try this easy and flavorful Shwarma-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Garlic Yogurt Sauce recipe. I love pairing it with bell peppers and onions for a satisfying low-carb meal. It’s one of our faves from Skinny Taste!

It’s been awhile since I blogged but I’m excited to get back on to share one of my favorite grilled chicken recipes. Skinny Taste is one of my go-to sites and I absolutely love this one…

04/05/2021

What is everyone doing with their leftover ham? We would love to know! ❤

02/19/2021

Citrus Soy Pork Chops and Zucchini tonight! Didn’t have sweet peppers and lemon so improvised and replaced with pepperoncinis and its delicious tart juice!

My mom made this super tasty and simple recipe for Dane and I while we were staying over my parents’ house, waiting for escrow on our new home. Well we finally moved in, and this is…

02/17/2021

I went through fridge and freezer...realize I need to get rid of a lot of food. I can't let it go to waste. I had leftover Mexican rice, mini peppers, and frozen lean ground sirloin...I decided to make our Family Aaron's STUFFED BELL PEPPER SOUP! SOOOOO healthy! I usually make it with brown rice or quinoa. I never add it directly to the soup. In case there are leftovers, I don't want the rice to bloat, so I always add the grain in the bottom of the bowl before I ladle it in. I tried it for the first time with leftover Mexican rice. It turned out so yummy! Anyhow, HAPPY FAMILY APRON TUESDAY!
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02/06/2021

We’re pregaming with our slow cooker chicken, white bean and poblano chili today. Tammy King Upshaw It’s so warm and comforting. Try it out this weekend!

I was inspired by the wonderful Rachael Ray for this delicious recipe. It’s a nice light change to the traditional tomato-based beef chilis, instead using white beans, chicken and poblano pep…