Nine months ago, I was feeling pretty down. Couldn't keep up with the kids, the wife, the housework, anything. I was a heavy smoker for almost 20 years. So I finally decided to quit in late January 2015. But I didn't stop eating. Got up to 321 lbs...not good. Then had some changes in our life. Needed to feel better about myself. So a friend told me about the keto diet and Ruled.me. He had lost 67 lbs in 12 weeks. And it seemed so easy, for the most part. So I had one last stuffing breakfast ...
Skillet Browned Chicken with Creamy Greens
Take a bite of these crispy, skillet fried, boneless chicken thighs. We've pared them with wilted greens that are wrapped up in a thickened cream sauce. No extra carbs to worry about here though, since the traditional roux has been swapped for a coconut flour version. You will be pleasantly surprised by how well this works! File this recipe under "fast, easy, and mess-free." You'll only need one skillet, and this is the perfect easy dinner for those weeknight meals. (If you're on the ...
- January 5, 2017
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Sausage and Kale Soup
This sausage and kale soup recipe puts the essence of Italy right in your bowl. Flavors of sweet Italian sausage mingle with savory herbs and garlic. This combination is rounded out with some onion and a dash of red wine vinegar. Carrots and emerald kale add gorgeous color and, combined with the cauliflower, loads of nutrition. This soup makes a satisfying and warming lunch or dinner and only takes one pot to prepare, making clean-up a breeze. To customize the soup for your tastes, I have ...
- January 3, 2017
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Mashed Cauliflower with Parmesan Cheese and Truffle Oil
Mashed cauliflower is the go-to mashed potato replacement for people on ketogenic diets. Sometimes, however, mashed cauliflower can get a little boring. This recipe turns down-home mashed cauliflower into a gourmet side dish. The cauliflower is steamed and then mashed with butter, salt, and pepper. A handful of Parmesan cheese adds interest and a nutty flavor, but the crown jewel of the dish is black truffle oil. Black truffle oil provides a deep, earthy flavor and complex aroma. It is a ...
- December 29, 2016
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Keto Bread Loaves
Bread is right up at the top of the list when it comes to what we miss being able to eat on our ketogenic diet. These keto bread loves combine high fiber coconut flour with wholesome flaxseed meal and a handful of standard baking ingredients. The batter is thick, but not sticky, once all the ingredients are stirred together. You can divide it into two mini loaf pans, or pack it all into a regular size loaf pan. For mini loaves, use 5-3/4 by 3-1/4 by 2-1/4 pans and for a full size loaf, ...
- December 27, 2016
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Low Carb Irish Colcannon
Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish made with mashed potatoes and kale. In our version we leave the potatoes behind and sub cauliflower as the base of the dish. Next we add in spinach for a beautiful green hue and some added nutrition. The dish is finished with cream, avocado, and plenty of sour cream. Finally, some added butter gives it a traditional flavor that may even fool an Irishman! Serve Colcannon as the Irish do with ham or bacon. You can make it a regular addition to your ...
- December 20, 2016
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