Low-Carb Memorial Day

Low-Carb Memorial Day from CarbSmart

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May at national cemeteries, by placing flowers and American flags on graves of military personnel.

A common way of observing the holiday is by gathering friends and relatives with a picnic or gathering. A perfect time for Low-Carb options.

Thick and Spicy Walden Farms Calorie Free Low Carb BBQ Sauce 12 oz. bottle

Thick and Spicy Walden Farms Calorie Free Low Carb BBQ Sauce 12 oz. bottle. Walden Farms BBQ sauces are great for any low carb pcinic celebration. Perfect on ribs, chicken, or beef.

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Nature’s Hollow Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce Sweetened with Xylitol

Nature's Hollow Sugar-Free Hickory Maple BBQ Sauce

Nature's Hollow sugar-free Barbecue Sauce - low carb BBQ sauce sweetened with xylitol. Perfect for diabetics, low carbers and those concerned about their sugar intake.

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Is Pumpkin Low Carb? Includes Low Carb Chili Lime Pumpkin Seed Recipe

Dana Carpender shares the many ways pumpkin can fit into a low carb diet including her Low Carb Chili Lime Pumpkin Seed recipe. If your only experience with pumpkin has to do with jack-o-lanterns and high-carb pie, rethink this tasty vegetable. Pumpkin is lower carb than most winter squashes, and one of the best sources of pro-vitamin A around.

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Lesson #58: Grilled Teriyaki Pork Shoulder Steaks

We moved into a new home last month (finally!), and my husband bought a new grill to celebrate the occasion. It's a mammoth thing, all stainless steel and shiny, and looks something like a not-so-miniature aircraft carrier. This is a "manly man's" grill, huge and professional-looking, containing all the bells and whistles. The problem is, my husband can't cook.

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Low-Carb Lesson #45: Memorial Day Low Carb BBQ (T-Bone Steaks With Onions)

Ah, Memorial Day! It's not just a day off work. It's time to take the opportunity to remember those military personnel who have given their lives so that we can remain a free nation. Take a moment to remember our fallen men and women. Fly your American flag, and be thankful.

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Low-Carb Lesson #40: Grilled Steaks With Lemon-Chive Butter

I'm ready for spring. No, I'm actually ready for summer. I want to grill out and have delightful meals on the patio, punctuated by the cries of the birds and cooled by soft breezes. Unfortunately, when I got up this morning, the outside temperature was 22 degrees, and it wasn't much warmer inside since I'd forgotten to turn the furnace back on. (Boy, did I catch what for from my family for that!)

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