Bariatric

Introduction Every year when Thanksgiving rolls around, my kitchen fills with the aromas of sage, onions, and toasty bread. Stuffing has always been one of my favorite holiday side dishes, but after bariatric surgery, the traditional version—loaded with white bread, butter, and more carbs than my daily allowance—was simply off the table. That’s when I […]

Introduction Comfort food has a way of making even the coldest days feel cozy, and turkey pot pie has always been my ultimate comfort dish. But as someone who’s focused on bariatric-friendly eating, I needed a version that wouldn’t derail my nutrition goals or leave me feeling overly full. Enter my Bariatric Cauliflower Crust Turkey

Introduction There’s something about the smell of freshly baked cookies that instantly takes me back to my childhood kitchen. But after undergoing bariatric surgery, indulging in traditional cookies became a challenge—too much sugar, too many carbs, and often too large to enjoy safely. That’s why I developed this Bariatric Low-Sugar No-Flour Thumbprint Cookies recipe. It’s

Introduction If you’ve ever craved a cookie that’s chewy, nutty, and indulgent—but still fits your bariatric or low-carb lifestyle—you’re in for a treat. These Bariatric Low-Sugar No-Flour Chewy Pecan Cookies are exactly that: a guilt-free dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping protein high and carbs low. I remember the first time I made

Introduction There’s something about the smell of freshly baked cookies that instantly transports you back to cozy afternoons in the kitchen, sipping tea, and nibbling on warm, sweet treats. As a bariatric eater, indulging in desserts often comes with a side of worry—how many carbs, sugars, or hidden flours are lurking in each bite? That’s

Introduction Whenever I crave a sweet treat that won’t derail my bariatric diet, my mind immediately goes to cheesecake. But not just any cheesecake—something small, protein-packed, and indulgent without the carb overload. That’s how I stumbled upon this Bariatric Salted Caramel Protein Mini Cheesecakes recipe. It combines the silky richness of cream cheese with the

Introduction If you’ve ever scrolled through cozy, family-style recipes online, chances are you’ve stumbled across the hearty casseroles that Pioneer Woman is famous for. They’re warm, filling, and made to feed a crowd. But when I had bariatric surgery, I knew those heavy, carb-loaded casseroles weren’t going to fit into my new lifestyle. That’s when

Introduction When I set out to create a go-to flatbread that works for my post-op plate, what I needed was simple: flavor, structure, and protein — not heavy carbs that leave me sluggish. That’s how this Bariatric Protein Flatbread was born. It gives you a soft, pliable, high-protein base for wraps, mini pizzas, or quick

Introduction There are days when you crave a meal that feels like it came out of a cozy Italian restaurant kitchen—something warm, flavorful, and comforting—but you also want it to fit into your bariatric lifestyle. That’s exactly how this Bariatric Tilapia with Fire Roasted Tomato Sauce (One-Pan Low-Carb Recipe) came to life in my kitchen.

Introduction If there’s one dessert that instantly transports me back to childhood summers, it’s lemon bars. That silky, tart layer of lemon curd over a buttery crust was always a family favorite. But after bariatric surgery, I thought I had to say goodbye to indulgent desserts like this. They seemed too heavy, too sugary, and