Eggs happen to be the worst nightmare for many chefs, mainly because they can overcook so quickly. I've seen high class restaurants even hire people just from their scrambled eggs. Bacon and eggs is a staple ketogenic breakfast for many people on the keto diet, so I figured I'd add this in here to really let you take it to the next level! The key to great scrambled eggs is to never overcook, and always add more richness to them. This one will be sure to please anyone you serve them up to, ...
Low Carb Mashed Potatoes
October 31, 2013 by 2 Comments
Got a craving for starch? Missing the good ol’ meat and mashed potatoes? One quick search for the carbs in potatoes, and you’ll know exactly why mashed potatoes should be avoided on the keto diet. One serving is typically all it takes to push you over your carb limit for the day, spike your blood sugar levels, and kick you out of ketosis. By simply swapping out the white potato for cauliflower, this keto recipe reduces the net carbs in mashed potatoes substantially — from ~25 grams to only ...
- October 31, 2013
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Low Carb Bacon Meatloaf
October 30, 2013 by 34 Comments
It’s not often that I break out the bacon weave, but when I do it better be worth it. This one is the BEST low carb meatloaves I’ve ever made and will ever make again. It's packed full of flavor and has melted cheese running through the middle. I mean look at the meaty goodness, it makes my mouth water just thinking about it. Do yourself the favor and make this meatloaf as soon as possible. You'll thank me later! The Preparation 1 pound ground beef 18 slices bacon 1 cup almond ...
- October 30, 2013
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Low Carb Chocolate Chip Cookies
October 30, 2013 by 50 Comments
Even those of us living a ketogenic lifestyle get the occasional hankering for this classic every once in a while! The trick in making low carb chocolate chip cookies is to minimize all of the high carb ingredients and maximize the flavor with our ingredients. I chose almond flour naturally for this recipe because the nuttiness will go really well with the dark chocolate. It also will help coax more flavor out of the walnuts, while giving us a texture contrast from the crunch. When ...
- October 30, 2013
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Low Carb Mock Snickers Bar
October 29, 2013 by 30 Comments
Chocolate, peanut butter, and caramel. I've never heard anyone in my life say they don't like that combination, even people with nut allergies! I try to be pretty honest when I am writing these recipes, if they taste horrible then they taste horrible - I won't hide it. I think these little angels might just be the best thing I've managed to put together in my kitchen for my keto diet. I truly mean it - I actually told my friends to go and try this mock Snickers bar today and that's saying a ...
- October 29, 2013
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Easiest Keto Meatza You’ll Ever Make!
October 29, 2013 by 4 Comments
As you probably already know, I love pizza and all things pizza. And I can't deny my love of meat. Why not combine the two in some scientific horror story and call it a meatza? PERFECT! This isn't your traditional meatza though, it's a fast and easy way to get lunch or dinner made in just about 30 minutes. Delicious crispy crust underneath, and it really takes no effort to make. You'll be thanking me for this one later, but probably hating me. Your burning desire to make this over and ...
- October 29, 2013
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Extremely Simple Keto Microwave Brownies
October 29, 2013 by 2 Comments
So I know many of you look for quick and easy recipes like I do. Lately I've been trying to put together a list of my craving busting recipes to make it easier for anyone transitioning into a keto diet. Here's another super fast microwavable brownie that's great for any snack or dessert, just in case the chocolate craving hits you and you don't know what to do! I've had my days of eating protein powder brownies and tested out quite a few other recipes - ending up with some rubbery or ...
- October 29, 2013
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Keto Recipe: Better Than Goldfish
October 28, 2013 by 43 Comments
It's not always easy finding something that's crunchy and satisfying when it comes to keto recipes, in fact most of the things I eat have no crunch at all. Sometimes those crunch cravings hit me hard at night, when I just get home and want a fast and easy snack. I found this goldfish cracker recipe online and modified it to use coconut flour to minimize the carbs. They're freaking delicious - crispy, crunchy, cheesy, the holy trinity. Best of all this keto snack only takes about 10 minutes to ...
- October 28, 2013
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The Keto Alcohol Options that Won’t Hurt Your Diet (And the Ones that Will)
October 28, 2013 by 61 Comments
Having a social life on a ketogenic diet is something that many find hard to do, but don't worry, there are a handful of low-carb and keto alcohol options! There are carbs pretty much everywhere you look, and that's especially the case when you're in a bar. Cutting out all the beer and wine is a great start, but sticking with hard liquor is usually the best choice. Even though hard liquor is made from natural sugars, grains, potatoes, and fruits – during the fermentation and distillation process ...
- October 28, 2013
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Keto Diet Plan: The Best and Worst Low Carb Sweeteners
October 27, 2013 by 78 Comments
Most people that start a keto diet plan find that they have some intense cravings for sugar in the beginning. Even the seasoned low carb dieter will tell you that they nearly give in to a sweet temptation every once in a while. This is when keto-friendly sweeteners really show their value, providing you with a way to satisfy your sweet tooth without kicking you out of ketosis or stalling fat loss. As with most "low carb" products, you will have to be cautious of the ingredients in the ...
- October 27, 2013
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