If the word “lunch” has become synonymous with “sandwich”, it’s time to get out of your rut! There are lots of low carb lunch possibilities.
Salads
We’re all familiar with the old fashioned chef salad –cut up cold cuts, cheese, and hard-boiled egg on a green salad (usually iceberg). But meal salads have become much more popular in restaurants and at home, in a variety limited only by the imagination.

Low carb “meal salad” tips:
* Use lots of dark green salad greens, which are much richer in nutrients than the traditional iceberg lettuce.
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Comfort foods never go out of style! And in the economic crisis the world is currently in, aren’t we all looking for comfort? These vegetable casseroles are not only good comfort food, they are quick, easy, and economical, too. Whether you are looking for something for a “pitch-in” meal, a special occasion, or the family dinner, you are sure to find a casserole to please most everyone. Choose from our Shoepeg Corn Casserole, Zucchini Casserole or Cabbage Casserole and enjoy some comfort food today.

This is a yummy recipe from Jan McCracken over at http://www.lowcarbcookin.com. And if you use left over turkey instead if chicken you use up some of those leftovers.
CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Before you start to build the enchiladas… whip out that Girl Scout motto and ‘be prepared’! You can fix this stuff a couple of days in advance and then ‘whip it together’ for your guests or for a quick supper after a day of Christmas shopping.
Okie dokie… prepare the Chile Sauce recipe below and refrigerate so it READY. Also, cook the chicken …

I’ll drink veggie juice year round not just when the broccoli and kale are in season. And veggie smoothies are a great way to get rid of veggies that are getting ready to become compost.
If you enjoy the taste of raw vegetables, then you’ll love this Raw Vegetable Smoothie. The health benefits of raw vegetables are well known and many people enjoy drinking their raw vegetables just as much as eating them.

(NC)-For a truly decadent treat, make batches of Peanut Carmel Sauce for holiday gift giving. This delectable sauce is the perfect topping for ice cream and other homemade treats.
Package it in a festive jar and accompany it with a personalized recipe tag to complete the look.
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