This year, our first year of diabetic holiday festivities, we have to rethink our approach. Most desserts are out, most of the rolls, brown bean, corn, and mashed potatoes. This does not leave a lot. As a result, Kaya and I have begun experimenting with replacements and new recipes for the holiday season. Here is a short list of what we have been working on and planning on for our first major holiday.
Mealtime:
- Turkey, of course
- Ham
- Sweet potatoes - we are going to replace the marshmallows on top with Walden Farms marshmallow creme (no carbs), and brown sugar replacement
- Green beans with almonds
- Broccoli with garlic butter
- Salad with light dressing
- Paleo bread/rolls
Desserts:
- Sugar free reeses peanut butter cup cookies
- Oatmeal chocolate chip cookies - low carb low sugar
- Low carb spice cupcakes - with pumpkin cream cheese topping
- chocolate fountain with fruit and cookies for dipping
- sugar free pie - not sure what type yet.
- sugar free cool cheesecake.
I think that is it for now. We will have to play with a lot of Kaya's numbers as it looks like she will not have a pump in time for Thanksgiving, but I am hoping we can still make it an awesome day for her. Top it off with Holiday decorating, and it will be great regardless!
I hope all of you are enjoying the start of your holiday planning!
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