Nothing says cooler weather than a roasted chicken. Since we're on a keto diet, we get to wrap this guy in bacon, too! It's slightly zesty and full of citrus flavor which gives a fantastic balance to the rich and hearty gravy we make with the pan drippings. If you need a way to get some extra fats in on the side, I'd highly recommend the Keto Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin that I posted yesterday. They're great and would pair well with this dish. You normally see bacon wrapped around birds ...
Bacon Roasted Chicken with Pan Gravy
- September 8, 2014
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Creamy Tarragon Chicken
Last night was one of the rare occasions I get to cook for myself. So, today's meal is something that you'd see me make for myself - something I enjoy. It's a single serving of pure deliciousness served up in a bowl. I probably chose the wrong bowl for the photo in hindsight. I recently went thrift store shopping and got a bargain on a bunch of things I plan to incorperate into the photos I take, and this was one of them. The cream sauce just missed the lip of the bowl (if you look in the ...
- August 27, 2014
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Low Carb Pepperoni Pizza
It's naturally crisp and crunchy, it holds together like a regular slice of pizza, and it actually tastes like the real deal. So, if you've never had the chance to try it yet, definitely take this opportunity to do it for dinner! It's really fast to make, too - which makes it a perfect medium for someone with a busy life. And you might be thinking about the leftovers? Yep, it does fantastic in the fridge and I'd even argue that it tastes better cold. You know, I've tried many, many pizza ...
- August 25, 2014
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Low Carb Pork Pies
Growing up in England taught me a valuable lesson in life: if you can eat it, you can make a pie out of it. Every bakery that you step foot in will have meat stuffed pies, sweet pies, cheese and onion pies, pretty much any kind of ingredient you can think of - stuffed in a pie. So I took a little note from my heritage and made a classic pork pie. These flavors usually come together pretty commonly in irish cooking, especially with pork (though we're missing the stout), and will give you ...
- August 23, 2014
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Chicken Enchilada Soup
A hearty and delicious soup that's fit for anyone that likes a bit of spice, creaminess, and chunks of fantastic ingredients spread throughout each and every bite. A soup that captures all of the flavors of an enchilada, without the tortilla and added carbs - perfect for anyone on a ketogenic diet! It's preferred that you make your own chicken stock from leftover bones you have, but if you're in a pinch of time, you can go with College Inn broth or more expensive (organic) broth over at Whole ...
- August 17, 2014
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Korean BBQ Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers
When I did my Stuffed Poblano Peppers the other day, it was a love affair that I wanted to keep in the dark - but couldn't. Peppers are a fantastic vessel for carrying delicious meat while keeping the fats inside and easy to eat. Not to mention, they add so much color and vibrancy to the plate that you just want to dig in! Who doesn't love Korean BBQ flavors? Sweet, spicy, sticky, and absolutely delicious to eat. The ginger, garlic, and spicy chili sauce really elevate the beef to become ...
- August 3, 2014
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Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Just a heads up and a bit of exciting news. Well, you might have noticed that the website has been re-designed! Over the last month, I've been quite inactive and I've been here, but in the background. I've been working diligently and tediously to bring out the new design of the site, logo, and overall feel of everything. I hope you guys enjoy how the new look feels, navigates, and well...looks :) I've got some other exciting news, too! Through the huge amount of responses I've had on the ...
- July 31, 2014
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Crispy Chipotle Chicken Thighs
Chicken is always something you have to scrutinize when on a ketogenic diet. From the high protein content to the low fat content, it's something that most of us opt out of using as a staple in our diets. But, my question is why? Chicken thighs are a delicious piece of poultry that come with an added skin that you can crisp up yourself. This adds not only a great texture in every bite, but also the ability to bring tons of flavor that chicken so easily absorbs. Cooking these skin side down in ...
- July 22, 2014
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Low Carb Pasta a la Carbonara
So, what if I were to tell you that the pasta you see above is actually low carb and fits well into the keto lifestyle? I know, I was gob-smacked too! Pasta and rice have always been the 2 true things that I miss on keto. Cauliflower rice does the trick (especially when fried, mmmm) for one part, but the keto pasta I never figured out. Zoodles, shirataki noodles, kelp noodles...none of them ever did the trick for me. The resemblance was there, but the taste and texture were never there. These ...
- June 13, 2014
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Low Carb Moroccan Meatballs
Lamb is one of the most distinct meats for me, flavor wise, and love to get my hands on it when I can. Of course it's expensive, so it's a once in a while type of love affair. Today, we're going to make some Moroccan Meatballs - the flavors of the Mediterranean paired with the fresh mint, cilantro, and thyme that are all so prevalent in Moroccan cooking. If you've had lamb at a Mediterranean or even middle eastern restaurant, you'll know exactly what this tastes like. It tastes just like ...
- May 30, 2014
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