MAKES 1 mini loaf

INGREDIENTS

• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon coconut flour
• 1 tablespoon almond or hazelnut flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch salt

Optional add-ins:

• 1/4 cup grated cheese
• 1 tablespoon minced scallions or herbs

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Whisk the egg, milk, oil, coconut flour, nut flour, baking powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Add the cheese and scallions or herbs, if using, and stir to combine.
2. Pour into a tall microwave-safe mug and tap the bottom firmly on the counter a few times to force any air bubbles to rise and pop. Microwave on high for 1 minute, 30 seconds.

Full read at https://www.thekitchn.com/keto-bread-recipe

Keto Butter Cookies With Almond Flour

These keto almond flour cookies are amazing!  They look and taste like regular butter cookies, nobody will believe these cookies are low-carb and gluten-free!  This will become your favorite keto cookie recipe!

Got a cookie craving on a keto diet? I’ve got you covered! With this recipe for Keto Butter Cookies with Almond Flour you don’t have to miss out on enjoying sweet treats!

The cookies are low in carbs but not in flavor. They are so buttery and delicious. Whether you are following a diet or not, you will love these cookies. They are easy to prepare but taste like a million bucks. Be careful because these Keto Butter Cookies with Almond Flour are so addicting you won’t want to share! I will leave it up to you if you tell your family you made cookies. It might be kept best as our little secret so you can enjoy the whole batch!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup almond flour
• 4 tbsp butter softened
• 1/4 cup erythritol
• 1/2 tsp vanilla

INSTRUCTION

1. Preheat the oven to 350F.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Put all ingredients in a food processor and process until the mixture turns into a dough ball (about 1-2 minutes).
3. Food processor keto cookies
4. Divide the dough into 10 equal parts and roll each part into a ball. 

Full read at https://www.cradell.info/2019/05/keto-butter-cookies-with-almond-flour.html

Korean Beef Zucchini Noodles

LOW CARB Korean beef bowls except with zoodles! It is so much healthier and lighter without any of the carb guilt!!!

These zucchini noodles came just in time.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha, or more to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 1/2 pounds (4 medium-sized) zucchini, spiralized
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil and Sriracha.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks; drain excess fat.

Full read at https://damndelicious.net/2017/10/08/korean-beef-zucchini-noodles/

Our Favorite Keto Bread Recipe After 3 Years on Keto!

The secret step in this recipe that takes this carb-free bread from good to great is the separation of the eggs. You’re going to want to separate the yolks and the whites. The reason for this is that we’re going to whip the egg whites until they are fluffy. We’re looking for soft peaks. This will add some volume to the otherwise dense keto bread. Beating the egg whites is the answer to the denseness that comes with making an almond flour bread. I’ve made countless baked goods using almond flour and the main problem I’ve encountered is how dense the finished product is. The fluffy egg whites in unison with the high dosage of baking powder do a good job of getting this loaf nice and fluffy and adding some air pockets into the loaf. This makes for a better tasting bread.

PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES

COOK TIME: 30 MINUTES

TOTAL TIME: 40 MINUTES

SERVINGS: 20 SLICES

CALORIES: 90KCAL

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 Cup Almond Flour
• 6 Large eggs Separated
• 1/4 cup Butter melted
• 3 tsp Baking powder
• 1/4 tsp Cream of Tartar It's ok if you don't have this
• 1 pinch Pink Himalayan Salt
• 6 drops Liquid Stevia optional

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375.
2. Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Add Cream of Tartar to the whites and beat until soft peaks are achieved.
3. In a food processor combine the egg yolks, 1/3 of the beaten egg whites, melted butter, almond flour, baking powder and salt (Adding ~6 drops of liquid stevia to the batter can help reduce the mild egg taste). Mix until combined. This will be a lumpy thick dough until the whites are added.

Full read at https://www.ketoconnect.net/best-keto-bread/

Italian Pasta Salad

This Italian Pasta Salad is loaded with salami, pepperoni, cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, banana peppers, olives, basil, and tossed in an easy Italian dressing!

ITALIAN PASTA SALAD

I’ve been on a roll with pasta salads lately! I love to make them for picnics and to keep in the refrigerator to grab for a quick lunch! They’re also great to grab to take on a picnic to the park or beach which is something my family and I have been doing a lot of lately. We’ll wake up and just head out and go on an adventure. I’ll pack some things up in our cooler and we’re out the door! Having things like this Italian Pasta Salad on hand is great for when we get to our destination.

TIPS FOR THE PERFECT ITALIAN PASTA SALAD

• I do recommend making the dressing ahead of time so the flavors can really blend together. I make it the day ahead of time and when I’m ready to add the dressing I give it a good shake and it’s ready to go.
• Like any pasta salad it’s best to add the dressing before serving or you could also add a little and reserve some of the dressing to add right before serving.
• Chill the salad before adding the dressing really helps too. I like to chill the salad after I add all the ingredients before I toss it with the dressing. I think it just helps hold the dressing better.
• I usually shake salad dressings in a mason jar but for this one I use a food processor to really blend the flavors together. I’ve tried it both ways and it really makes a difference!

Course Side Dish

Servings 8

Author Jenn Dempsey

INGREDIENTS

Salad

• 1 pound penne pasta or similar
• 3 slices Genoa salami cut 1/2 inch thick pieces and cubed
• 1 cup halved pepperoni slices
• 1 cup mild banana pepper slices, roughly chopped
• 1 cup halved black olives
• 8 ounce mozzarella, cubed
• 1/2 cup julienne cut sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup freshly chopped basil
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• pinch red pepper flakes optional

Dressing

• 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTION

Salad

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. 
2. Drain under cold water. Set aside to cool.
3. Once pasta has cooled, add pasta to a large bowl along with remaining salad ingredients.

Full read at http://www.motherthyme.com/2018/07/italian-pasta-salad.html

Almond Flour Waffles – Gluten Free

Low carb waffles can be just as good or better than wheat flour ones. These delicious almond flour waffles can be made ahead and frozen for quick and easy breakfast.

Easy keto low carb almond flour waffles for a morning treat.

For this recipe, I modified a standard waffle recipe to use almond flour instead of regular wheat flour. The recipe came from an old Better Homes and Garden cookbook.

Sometimes modifying a standard recipe works out well without having to make too many other changes. And I didn’t change much to create these almond flour waffles from a regular cookbook recipe.

However, I end up increasing the number of eggs slightly when I used ground almonds instead of regular flour. I also found that adding a little xanthan gum adds a little elasticity like gluten.

But the xanthan gum isn’t necessary. It just gives these low carb waffles a texture that’s more like regular wheat flour ones with gluten.

Delicious low carb gluten free waffles made with almond flour are just as tasty as ones made with wheat flour. These waffles can be frozen for quick and easy breakfast.

 Prep Time 5 minutes

 Cook Time 5 minutes

 Total Time 10 minutes

 Servings 8 waffles

 Calories 237kcal

 Author Lisa | Low Carb Yum

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup almond flour sifted (add more if needed)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum optional
• 1 cup heavy cream or heavy cream and a little water
• 2 Tablespoons oil
• 3 eggs

INSTRUCTION

1. In large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and xanthan gum (if using).
2. Stir in oil and eggs. Mix until blended.

Full read at https://lowcarbyum.com/almond-flour-waffles-gluten-free/?utm_campaign=yummly&utm_medium=yummly&utm_source=yummly

9 Low Carb Breakfast Egg Cups

Low Carb Breakfast Egg Cups – 9 Ways are packed with protein and perfect for busy school or work mornings or a holiday brunch. Best of all, they’re all easy to make-ahead for a healthy breakfast on the go.

INGREDIENTS

BREAKFAST EGG MUFFINS - START WITH THIS BASE FOR ALL FLAVORS FIRST:

• 10 large eggs
• 1 - 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt or to taste
• 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese

• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 1/2 cups broccoli steamed and chopped (or frozen and thawed)
• 2/3 cup grated cheddar cheese plus more for topping

Buffalo Chicken

• 1/3 cup Buffalo Sauce I used Frank's
• 1/3 cup chopped green onions
• 1 cup chopped cooked or rotisserie chicken

Ham and Cheddar Cheese

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 tsp dried mustard or Dijon Mustard optional
• 2/3 cup grated cheddar cheese plus more for topping
• 3/4 cup chopped cooked or deli ham

Kimchi

• 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1/3 cup finely chopped kimchi
• 1/4 cup diced red peppers
• 1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon optional

For full ingredients and isntruction, you can go to: https://lifemadeketo.com

Turkey Meatballs with Gravy and Cauliflower Purée (Whole30-Paleo-Keto)

Low carb comfort food that is Paleo/Keto and Whole30 compliant. Instead of cornstarch you will be using arrowroot and non dairy yogurt to thicken your gravy.

Author: Linda Spiker

INGREDIENTS

• 8 cups cauliflower, stem removed and broken into florets
• 2 tablespoons ghee (or butter)
• 20 ounces ground turkey
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup almond meal
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 3 tablespoons chives, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder (for thickening gravy)
• 4 tablespoons non dairy plain yogurt (I use cashew or coconut yogurt)
• sea salt and pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTION

For Cauliflower

1. Wash cauliflower, cut off stem and break into florets, steam until soft. When cauliflower is soft. Place half the cooked cauliflower into a food processor with 1 tablespoon ghee (or butter) and a couple pinches of sea salt and black pepper, blend until smooth (you can also use a potato masher and do it by hand) Repeat with second batch.
2. While cauliflower is steaming, make meatballs

Full read at https://www.theorganickitchen.org

Keto Cheesy Cabbage Sausage Skillet

This Cheesy Cabbage Sausage Skillet is a great low-carb one skillet dinner that's packed with healthy vegetables, delicious smoked sausage, and a bit of cheesy goodness.

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 (13oz) package Kiolbassa Roasted Garlic Smoked Sausage 
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 white onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 small head cabbage, cored and chopped
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• Salt and pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400° F
2. Heat the butter over medium high heat in a 10.5" or larger cast iron skillet. Once hot add in the sliced sausage and cook 2-3 minutes per side until browned

Full read at https://www.castironketo.net/blog/keto-cheesy-cabbage-sausage-skillet

Low Carb Keto Soft Pretzel Bites

A low carb and keto friendly of soft pretzel bites. This easy snack doesn't need any yeast. It tastes delicious paired with cheese sauce! 

INGREDIENTS:

•  3 cups part skim low moisture shredded mozzarella cheese
•  2 oz cream cheese
•  3 large eggs one egg is reserved for egg wash
•  2 cups superfine almond flour
•  1 tbsp baking powder
•  1 tbsp coarse salt

DIRECTION

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together almond flour and baking powder. Set aside.

For full direction, you can go to: https://kirbiecravings.com

German Cucumber Salad

This is a refreshing summer salad made with simple ingredients that are a staple in most kitchens! This recipe is easy to make, budget-friendly, and perfect for a potluck, family dinner, or summer cookout.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 English cucumbers or 4 medium cucumbers
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp dill fresh or frozen
• 1/2 tsp salt
• black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTION

1. Peel the cucumbers if desired and thinly slice them with a mandoline slicer. The thinner the better! Put them in a large salad bowl.
2. In a medium bowl whisk together the sour cream, vinegar, sugar, and dill. Add salt and pepper to taste.

For full instruction, you can go to: https://platedcravings.com

50 Low-Carb Soups that Will Keep You Full

Eat More, Lose More Weight with These 50 Delicious Low-Carb Soups

Low-Carb Soup Recipe ideas

1. Paleo Thai Chicken Zoodle Soup

• Missing mom’s famous chicken noodle soup when you’re feeling a bit sick? Time to bring in a new standard. Instead of the carb-heavy noodles you typically find in chicken soup, this low-carb soup uses “zoodles” – noodles made from spiralizing a zucchini. The spiciness from the curry and the creaminess of the coconut milk are a delicious blend in the soup. It’s just what you’d expect from a Thai-inspired recipe.

2. The Best Broccoli Cheese Soup

• If you’re a fan of the broccoli cheddar soup at Panera Bread, you’ll love this recipe, which the writer claims is better-than-Panera. It’s rich and creamy, but you can also make modifications to suit your taste. For instance, the recipe calls for fat-free half-and-half, but if you only have whole milk on hand, you can use that instead. The spices really make the dish complete, so don’t skimp on them. Since broccoli is one of the most filling low-carb foods, don’t be afraid to pack this soup with the yummy veggie.

3. Cauliflower Chowder

• A creamy chowder is the perfect meal for a chilly day, and you’ll want to dig into this version. Using cauliflower in place of the broccoli makes it a carb-free soup, so there’s no guilt at all in having a second helping. Bacon crumbles on the top add the flavor that everyone in the family is looking for. You might even find that this simple recipe is a good way to get your kids to eat some more veggies.

4. Low-Carb Buffalo Chicken Soup

• Chicken soup with a twist? You bet. The cream cheese in this low-carb soup recipe lends a unique taste to the soup, while the spices and hot sauce give you the flavor of your favorite bar’s chicken wings. Fortunately, large chunks of chicken throughout the soup give the soup some heft, so you’ll avoid feeling like you’re eating pureed chicken wings.

You can see all receipes and instruction here https://www.lowcarblab.com

Keto Lemon Bread

This Keto Lemon Bread recipe reminds me of Starbucks glazed lemon bread, but with a fraction of the carbs

INGREDIENTS

• 6 eggs
• 9 tbsp butter, melted and cooled
• 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp coconut flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 2/3 cup Swerve Granulated or Monkfruit
• 2 zest of 2 lemons (reserve 1 tsp for the glaze)
• 4 tsp fresh lemon juice

For the Glaze

• 2 tbsp Swerve Confectioners or Monkfruit Powdered
• 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• smash of heavy whipping cream

INSTRUCTION

1. Preheat oven to 325 and line bread pan with parchment paper. 
2. Melt butter and allow it to cool.
3. Beat eggs, Swerve, cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, vanilla, salt, and baking powder until combined. 

For full instruction, you can go to: https://kaseytrenum.com

Sausage Dip

This has always been one of my favorite dips and good news, it’s keto!!

It’s wonderful eaten with pork rinds, served over zoodles, as a filling for sasquashes, peppers and stuffed eggs or even all by itself!

* Sausage Dip *

1 lb bulk sausage (spicy, breakfast, italian, etc)

1 8oz brick of cream cheese, softened

1 can rotel (or diced tomatoes)

For full recipes of Sausage Dip, you can go to: https://www.ohmyketo.com