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  • Butter Garlic Herb Sourdough Loaf livesimplywithkristin

    Butter Garlic Herb Sourdough Recipe

    January 23, 2025 / 0 Comments

    This rich and buttery sourdough garlic bread is loaded with so much delicious garlic flavor.

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    This beginner-friendly sourdough loaf recipe is designed to guide you through the entire bread-making process with ease. This recipe makes it easy to bake a delicious homemade sourdough loaf, perfect for beginners.

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    February 5, 2023 / 0 Comments

    I hope these recipes help you plan your meals for the week! Copy my menu each week or create your own! If you missed last weeks click here. If you are on my email list I will be emailing you as well to let you know the new menu is up! Live Smply with Kristin www.livesimplywithkristin.com

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    February 11, 2022 / 1 Comment

    I have put together some quick and easy keto friendly party snacks for you! Click the title or image to find the recipes! Bacon Wrapped Smokies Bacon Wrapped SmokiesIf you are looking for a tasty and quick party food to put together, these Bacon Wrapped Smokies are what you need! They are the perfect party food. No need for utensils and c’mon, everyone. Click here for the recipe. KETO BACON, EGG, & CHEESE SLIDERS These Keto Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sliders are the perfect low carb appetizer to please any crowd! Click here for the recipe. Everything Bagel Cucumber Bites Everything Bagel Cucumber Bites recipe – The perfect healthy cucumber…

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    Walnut Peach Cobbler

    September 24, 2021 / 0 Comments

    “I received free samples of California Walnuts mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by California Walnuts and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.” Walnut Peach Cobbler, a sweet and buttery dessert recipe that’s loaded with fresh peaches and toasted walnuts. This simple and easy dessert comes together in one pan. My peach tree is absolutely loaded with peaches this year!!! Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut the butter into pieces, put it in a baking dish Sprinkle walnuts over butter, and put in the oven for several minutes until the…

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  • Keto Taco Shell For crunchy hard low-carb taco shells, just make them out of cheese! Simply melt in rounds, shape, and let cool. www.innovativehealthfitness.com

    Keto Taco Shells

    September 22, 2021 / 0 Comments

    These Keto Taco Shells are absolutely delicious and so easy to make! And since it is Taco Tuesday I thought it would only be appropriate to share a carnivore, keto taco shell recipe with you today! This recipe is super easy to make! Pre Heat the oven to 375*F Place about 1/3 cup cheese on to the baking sheet. Make sure you spray the pan or use parchment paper. I like use these silicon baking mats. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Fold in half and fill with your favorite taco fillings and enjoy! Check out my Taco Tuesday Recipe Related posts:Bee Wednesday…

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  • 35 Low Carb Keto Dinner Ideas

    September 17, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Dieting is hard enough without making separate meals for you and your kids. No one has time to make separate meals! I’ve made meal planning easy by finding the best low-carb Keto dinner ideas for the family! Grab the recipes: 1. Everything Bagel Chicken with Scallion Cream Cheese Sauce An easy dinner inspired by New York City “Everything” bagels and classic scallion cream cheese spread. Chicken breasts coated in Everything But the Bagel seasoning and baked then topped with a quick and easy creamy, tangy scallion cream cheese sauce. Low carb, keto, paleo option. 2. Meatball Casserole – Low Carb, Keto, Gluten Free This Keto Meatball Casserole has flavorful low-carb…

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    July 23, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole Bacon and ranch – flavors that adults and kids will both love! This is so delicious and only 2.5g carbs! It’s the perfect healthy weeknight dinner that everyone will love – and it even freezes well, too! Servings: 6 Ingredients: 3 chicken breast washed, dried, and chopped 2 tablespoons of olive oil  1 tablespoon of paprika ½ teaspoon of salt  ¼ teaspoon of pepper 8 ounces of Cream cheese softened ½ tablespoons of dried parsley  ½ tablespoons of Garlic Powder ½ tablespoons of Onion Powder 1 cup fiesta blend or any shredded cheese 8 to 10 bacon strips cooked and chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 375. Wash…

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    June 28, 2021 / 0 Comments

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    I hope these recipes help you plan your meals for the week! Copy my menu each week or create your own! If you missed last weeks click here. If you are on my email list I will be emailing you as well to let you know the new menu is up! Innovative Health & Fitness www.innovativehealthfitness.com

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Hi!! I’m Kristin, the heart behind Live Simply with Kristin. 
As newly empty-nest empty nesters, Ryan and I sold it all and live full-time in our cozy camper—trading big house stress for simple joys, freedom, and adventures together.
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