Butter can be a point of tension when starting a new diet. If you're going dairy-free or reducing fat, but you need butter for cooking or baking, what can you do? Chef Rebecca has crafted a butter-less butter recipe that is so tempting and desirable, people are making the switch regardless of diet choices! 

Most people have in mind when the new year begins it means starting fresh or lets start that diet and change our habits. The easiest way is to start small. Take baby steps. Your changing your way of eating long term not short term. Here are some easy steps to follow to get you on track:
 
1. Drink water instead of high sugar drinks – Stay away from carbonated drinks and stick with water

2. Try to eat healthy meals at home instead of going out to eat – eating clean at home is healthier than heading to a restaurant where not-so-healthy ingredients are used

3. When grocery shopping, read labels – make sure your not buying ingredients with additives

4. Use smaller plates – make sure you're controlling your portions and not eating more than what is recommended

​How did you end up being a personal chef?
I have worked in the culinary industry for over 10 years in many different ways, and while most of the experiences were enjoyable, they didn't give me the opportunity to be one-on-one with customers. I really enjoy being able to individualize cooking for clients. There is much greater satisfaction in making a meal for someone I know personally and having them enjoy it. Also, working with people that have specific diets and nutritional needs is a really fun challenge and something that you don't get to do a lot of in the restaurant or catering world.

Wishing for a warm and hearty side dish? OhSheGlows.com has shared a wonderful recipe for Roasted Butternut Squash with Kale and Almond Pecan Parmesan that could even serve as a main course! This recipe also shares how to make your own non-dairy cheese alternative. Read on to find the recipe and leave a comment with your thoughts.

One of our favorite holidays traditions is a cookie swap. Everyone brings a batch of their favorite homemade cookies and then we all fill up a container with everyone's goodies. The sweetest moment, the one I wish for every year, is for someone to ask for the recipe. That's when I know the cookies are good. 

Are you wishing for a fabulous cookie recipe? One that everyone will want to know the secret of? Try our chocolate chip cookies, and let us know what you think!

Chef Corey has created a favorite dish for this time of year. This stuffed chicken recipe is easy to make for two, or even for a crowd! (Just multiply the recipe). Read on to the next page for the recipe. Be sure to leave a comment if you make the recipe, we'd love to know how it goes!