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Introduction The smell of ginger, cinnamon, and a whisper of molasses always takes me straight back to childhood kitchen counters — sticky fingers pressing cookie cutters into dough, a mug of something warm on the table, and the hush of a house waiting for the holidays. I missed that ritual after my bariatric surgery, so […]

Introduction The holidays have a magical way of bringing certain flavors to life — peppermint and chocolate being one of the most nostalgic. For years, I associated peppermint mochas with cozy December evenings, twinkling lights, and a warm cup in hand. But after bariatric surgery, I had to rethink the way I approached holiday treats.

Introduction There’s something magical about the smell of cinnamon drifting through the kitchen. For me, it takes me back to childhood winters, when my grandmother would bake big trays of cookies, and I’d sneak one while they were still warm and soft. The problem? Those cookies were loaded with sugar, butter, and white flour —

Introduction There’s something magical about the holiday season — the flicker of twinkling lights, the scent of cinnamon drifting from the kitchen, and that warm feeling of comfort that comes with a mug of something creamy and festive. For me, the holiday drink that always stood out was egg nog. It was the one indulgence

There are certain smells that yank you straight back to better days — in my case, it’s the sizzle of steak hitting a screaming-hot pan and the sweet perfume of bell peppers caramelizing beside it. That memory is what inspired this Bariatric Steak Fajita Skillet: a low-carb, high-protein one-pan dinner that gives you all the

Introduction There are mornings when nothing but a warm, comforting, and flavorful breakfast will do — the kind of meal that feels both nourishing and indulgent at the same time. For me, that dish is shakshuka. Traditionally from North Africa and the Middle East, shakshuka is a one-pan dish where eggs are poached in a

Introduction There’s something so comforting about holding a perfectly cooked egg, wrapped in savory sausage, with just the right balance of crispiness and tenderness. I still remember the first time I tried a Scotch egg at a food fair—hot, golden, and so satisfying. But let’s be honest, the traditional version was far from bariatric-friendly. It

Introduction There’s something about Cajun food that instantly wakes up your taste buds. The bold spices, the smoky heat, and the way every bite feels like a celebration—it’s comfort food that doesn’t hold back. But if you’ve had bariatric surgery, you probably know the challenge: how do you enjoy that big, bold Cajun flavor without