There’s a popular phrase in the fitness influencer world that comes up almost as much as the “Do you even lift, bro?” question. The phrase is “Don’t worry about calories, just hit your macros.” Just taking that as a stand alone statement, it’s not very helpful. It might leave you wondering what exactly is a […]
Shirtless Chef’s recipe this week is Blueberry No Muffin Top
I was a “husky” kid growing up, which was a politically correct way to say I was a chunk. I hit the 100 lb mark in third grade. I loved all things junk food and would have to be forced to eat anything that even sounded remotely healthy. I absolutely loved sweet pastries. I could […]
Shirtless Chef is having low carb breakfast for dinner
When you’re done with this recipe, see the others from Jason Murphy a.k.a. the Shirtless Chef, at www.mysaline.com/shirtless Does it ever hit you when you have had some regular action or occurrence in your life, and then months or years later realize it’s gone? It could have been the smallest of things, and it happened […]
Shirtless Chef is “holding out for a gyro” in this week’s recipe
When it comes to places on this globe that I find myself drawn to, it’s the Greek Isle of Zakynthos and New Zealand. Drop me off at either of those places, take my phone, never contact me again, and I’ll be all good. Seriously, do not come back for me. It stands to reason then […]
Shirtless Chef shows how to take your mushroom and stuff it
The great thing about taking the time to figure out how to modify traditional foods into healthy dishes is… not only is it better for you, but a lot of the time it ends up tasting better. Take the Philly Cheesesteak for instance. I’m betting most of you have only eaten a Philly Cheesesteak sandwich […]
Shirtless Chef tells how to answer the “Caul Of The Wild”
Cauliflower. It’s amazing how strong the reactions are I get from from people when I mention all the dinners I make with this versatile yet strange alien member of the cabbage family. Of all the foods I bring up, it’s the one people most sneer their nose up at and declare they hate. Then with a […]
Winter is coming. Here’s the Shirtless Chef’s version of Italian Sausage and Kale soup
Most of us are a week into resolution purgatory now, and I’m betting those of you that swore off carbs are already wondering how many more days you can go before either losing your mind or just laying down and dying of exhaustion and starvation. You’re also dealing with the cold weather that naturally makes […]
Shirtless Chef: Sarcopenia? Never heard of her! Add lean muscle with this pork tenderloin sasla verde stew with cauliflower rice.
It’s that time of year again. People reflect back on the year that was, pick out something they didn’t like about themselves, and resolve to make sweeping changes. Most of those decisions revolve around looking at pictures or putting on a pair of pants and thinking “That just will not do.” So the choice to […]
The Shirtless Chef shows how to make fluffy pies for a non-fluffy lifestyle
Pies. You love them. I love them. In a world gone mad, there’s still one universal truth… pies are good. One of their many redeeming qualities is that pies don’t have to be complicated exercises in baking techniques to be delicious. They can be quick and simple no bake fillings that deliver on taste and […]
The Shirtless Chef shares his fajita recipe with healthy ingredients
Who doesn’t love Mexican food? I’m aware there are a few sad, lost souls out there that turn their noses up at avocados and guacamole, mainly due to color or texture. That’s the food equivalent of turning down a winning lottery ticket, both in taste and nutrition, but hey, more for the sane among us, right? I’m […]