How to Stay Low-Carb During the Holidays

Staying Low-Carb on Holidays: Surviving and Thriving The holiday season is full of joy, celebrations, and delicious food—but it can also be a challenging time for those committed to a low-carb lifestyle. From carb-heavy comfort foods to tempting desserts, staying on track might feel impossible. Fear not! With a few smart strategies, you can navigate the festivities, enjoy the season, and stick to your low-carb goals. Set Yourself Up for Success 1. Plan Ahead Before attending a holiday gathering, check the menu (if available) or plan your strategy. Look for protein-rich dishes and low-carb sides, and consider bringing a dish to share that fits your dietary needs. 2. Eat Before You Go Arrive at events with a satisfied stomach by having a low-carb meal or snack beforehand. This will help you make better choices and avoid overindulging in carb-heavy appetizers or desserts. 3. Focus on Protein and Veggies    At holiday dinners, center your plate around turkey, ham, or fish, along w...
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Homemade Cream Cheese - Easy & Inexpensive


I just learned how to make cream cheese at home. Wow! It tastes so fresh, and costs so little compared to what you buy in the store. I will never buy the commercially made stuff again, that's for sure!
  • 1 liter whole milk
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter (room temperature)

Heat milk in a heavy bottom saucepan on medium high, stirring constantly. When it comes to a rolling simmer, reduce heat to medium and add the lemon juice or vinegar one tablespoon at a time as you continue stirring constantly. Make sure it comes back to a rolling simmer before you add each tablespoon of lemon juirce or vinegar.

Once the curds have completely separated from the whey, remove from heat. Strain mixture in a metal strainer lined with cheesecloth (or use a strainer made for Greek yogurt). Allow to cool for a few minutes. Pour curds into blender or food processor. (Save the whey.) Add the butter and salt to the curds. Stir in so that butter starts to melt.

Blend/process until smooth. It will be very thick. You may need to add a tiny bit of the whey back into the curds to get it to move freely in the blender/food processor.

When it's completely smooth put in an airtight container and store in refrigerator. Use within 7 days.

Makes about 240 grams (a little more than 1 cup).

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