Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
Ever since I can remember sweet potato casserole on Thanksgiving was always one of my favorite dishes. I looked forward to it every year, and would always go back for seconds. Who could blame me? This magical creation somewhere between a side dish and dessert was sweet, gooey, crunchy, creamy, and comforting all at once. … Read more
Beat the heat this Summer with this refreshing watermelon salad tossed in honey lime dressing! Not only is this salad cold and full of replenishing electrolytes, it takes only minutes to make, and requires only eight ingredients! I don’t know about you, but when the heat of summer hits I’m always looking for easy and … Read more
Happy 4th of July! It’s hard to believe it’s already July and that Summer is in full swing! This means backyard BBQ’s, pool time, and outdoor fun. It also means cold side dishes are king in this summer heat, and this one you don’t want to miss! This Fauxtato salad is a fresh take on … Read more
A cold side salad dish is a must for Memorial Day BBQ, and this one is a keeper! This easy salad combines cool, crunchy cucumbers, creamy dill lemon dressing, and crisp red onion for the ultimate refreshing and light side that goes well with just about anything! If you don’t tolerate the cucumber seeds well, … Read more
I don’t know about you, but our family’s Easter celebration is not complete without some deviled eggs, or “angled” eggs as my mom calls them. Traditionally, they are full of sugar and additives from the sweet relish that is used. This makes them far from SCD compliant. I wanted to change that, and still be … Read more
Spring has sprung and with-it asparagus comes into season in full swing. Full of antioxidants, vitamins K, A, and foliate, this flowering perennial not only has important nutrients but a mild, earthy, and savory flavor that lends itself well to whatever you add. In this recipe, bright and citrusy lemon is accompanied by pungent garlic, … Read more
This cilantro lime cauliflower ‘rice’ is flavor packed, easy to make, filling, and goes with just about anything. This side dish is full of Vitamins C and K, bright zesty lime, sweet onion, and herbaceous cilantro. Cauliflower is such a versatile ingredient and really takes on the citrusy flavors added. It offers a neutral base … Read more
It’s beginning to feel like spring has sprung in the South, and it really is just around the corner! Peas are just about to come into season, and they are one of my favorite vegetables. As such, it was only right to make this classic Italian side dish my own. Traditionally, Italian peas are cooked … Read more
This garlic butter spaghetti squash checks all the boxes! Easy to make, flavorful, and sure to be a family favorite you’ll want to make it all the time! Spaghetti squash gets its name, as you might guess, because it resembles spaghetti and is the perfect SCD replacement for it. Mild, sweet, and slightly buttery in … Read more
These elegant bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles couldn’t be easier and are sure to be a smashing success! Crispy bacon encapsulates the tender asparagus. A hint of bright citrus perfectly complements the crunchy and salty parmesan making for a symphony of savory flavors that are perfectly in key. Be sure to make and serve these the same … Read more