Low Carb Easy Bread – Wednesday Weekly Recipe Post

EXCELLENT- Easy, – Β Paleo, Keto, grain free, gluten free, LOW CARB BREAD πŸ˜‰

Makes 4 buns – ( 5 grams net carbs )

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Makes 4 Buns


The Stuff you Need:

Dry ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup almond flour (almond meal)
  • 1/4 cup plain whey protein ( or- eliminate this, and use 1 full cup of Almond Meal)
  • 1/3 cup psyllium husks
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup flax meal
  • 1 tsp garlicΒ granules
  • 1 tsp onionΒ granules
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt (pink Himalayan, or sea salt)
  • 1 tbsp sesame, sunflower, flax, poppy, or caraway seeds – (optional)

Wet ingredients:

  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/8 c olive oil
  • 1 cup boiling water

What to do with the Stuff

 

  • Preheat oven to 350
  • Mix dry ingredients together
  • Add wet ingredients to dry mix
  • Form into 4 “buns” on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper
  • You can add sesame seed/flax/poppy seeds to the top (optional)
  • Bake for 40- 45 minutes
  • Cool on wire rack when cooled, cut in half with serrated knife
  • You can omit the savory spices above for a more traditional wheat flavor

    Each bun has 5 net carbs

“Kitchen sink” Fritatta..- Wednesday Weekly Recipe post

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THIS, dish, is honestly, one of the most awesome culinary tidbits..A Fritatta is SERIOUSLY, one of the most versatile, healthy, quick, EASY meals to make- with WHATEVER you happen to have πŸ˜‰ Β I used my medium skillet for this one, it was late, we were hungry, I was running out of stuff, BUT we ALWAYS have eggs..ALWAYS have some sort of veggies, and meats ..so ..get busy!!Β Β πŸ˜‰ Β sautee whatever mix of stuff you happen to have..(mind you- NOTHING is “off limits” for this dish..) I usedΒ some grass fed BUTTER to sautee this in..>.. mmmm BUTTER…..( or you may use olive oil if you prefer) Β Be creative πŸ˜‰ get everything nicely sautee’dΒ and soft. On the side, whip some eggs upΒ ( with or without some cream, or broth for posterity) Β pour egg mixture over your sautee mixture, cook until set a bit. If you add cheese, (or not) you may want to brown it a bit, so-Β set under a broiler for a few minutes, and wallah!

This is the best option, because it is a virtual crowd pleaser. You can tame the meatlover, or the vegetarian, the Paleo person, the Keto person, and pretty much just anyone who likes food. It is also great for breakfast, lunch and dinner too πŸ˜‰ also served hot, room temp or cold..;-) win win win win!!Β Β As always , I highly recommend using only the cleanest food available in your area, free range , grass fed, organic.. Health is Wealth. Β  ENJOY!

 

Low Carb Herby Dinner Rolls

Low Carb Herby Dinner Rolls

Makes 12 dinner rolls

rolls.

The Stuff you need:

  • 2 TBS coconut flour
  • 2/3Β C almond flour
  • 1 &Β 1/8 C goldenΒ flax meal
  • ΒΌ tsp salt
  • 2Β½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1Β½ tsp crushed, dried herbsΒ (or 2Β T. fresh, chopped herbs) you can use basil, rosemary, or mixture of any πŸ˜‰
  • 4 eggs Β beaten
  • 1 c.water
  • 4 TBS olive oil

What to do with the Stuff:

  • Preheat oven to 350ΒΊ
  • Lightly grease muffin pan with olive oil
  • In a large mixing bowl Beat eggs, olive oil, and 1/2 of the water
  • Measure all dry ingredients & add to egg mixture. MixΒ well
  • Batter will be stiff, gradually add more water in small increments
  • Mix wellΒ after each addition until batter becomesΒ smooth enough to spoon into muffin pans
  • Spoon into muffin cups nearly full (they don’t rise much)
  • Bake forΒ 20 minutes
  • Cool on wire rack for 15-20 min

EACH roll contains:

150Β calories

6.1Β g carbs, 4.43 g fiber, 1.6 g NET CARBS

5.51 g protein

12.5 g fat

Crack Slaw- MMMM.. Saturday Weekly Recipe Post

Crack Slaw πŸ˜‰

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Makes 3-4 servings

The Suff you need:

  • 1 lb thinly sliced beef
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 TBS minced fresh ginger
  • 2 TBS toasted sesame oil
  • 3 sliced green onions
  • 14 oz (400g) coleslaw/asian veggie mix (or shredded white cabbage)
  • 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
  • 2 TBS soy sauce
  • ΒΌ teaspoon stevia
  • 1-2 TBS teaspoon hot sauce (to taste) I used Franks for this one πŸ˜‰
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

What to do with the Stuff:

  • Put beef into a bowl, with fresh chopped ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, mix well- let set for 10 min
  • Brown the beef in a skillet, season with salt and pepper to taste, remove beef, set aside
  • Add additional oil if needed to pan, then add garlic, onions and coleslaw mix until the cabbage is cooked
  • Stir in the hot sauce, soy sauce, sweetener, and vinegar
  • Add the beef to mixture, mix well to combine

It’s just the way we eat – Wednesday Weekly recipe post

It’s just the way we eat πŸ˜‰

A picture speaks 1000 words …

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Ketofabulous Zucchini Rolls – Saturday Weekly Recipe post

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THE BEST APPETIZER ..
Satiating, low carb, amazing snack.. UBER easy, Uber yum!

Everything I use is always fresh, local, Organic, and the cleanest possible food πŸ˜‰

Serves 2

The Stuff You Need:

  • 2 Large Zucchinis sliced lengthwise
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil to taste
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 3/4 cup fresh bacon crumbles
  • 2 TBS chili garlic sauce (to taste)

What to do with the Stuff:

  • Preheat oven to 350
  • Coat each slice of Zucchini with salt pepper and EVOO
  • Roast/Grill Zucchini until soft and workable, set aside
  • Mix cream cheese, chili garlic sauce, and fresh bacon bits togetehr
  • Place 1 tsp cheese mixture on end of zucchini, roll into a pinwheel.
  • Set on baking sheet lined with parchment paper, seam side down
  • Bake at 350 for 10 min until warmed through
  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Getting a “head start” on Keto- with “Ruled Me” 30 day plan – Wednesday Weekly Recipe Post

I GOTTA SHARE people, I just HAVE to πŸ˜‰

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I’m SO energised this week~!! from not just eating REALLY well, but also from all the reading, networking, researching, creating recipe modifications, knowledge sharing, the new forum groups I’m a part of, and just the plain ole’ the “keto fascination” that many people are experiencing right now.

A new found “friend” told me, that the Ketogenics way of eating ( I HATE the word “diet” lol) BUT, it is now “trending, being the 6th most popular /researched/ “new”Β eating plan IN THE WORLD right now. I have a feeling that after more people watch “Cereal Killers”, and more people in social media keep sharing recipes, blogs, and these really informational/supportive forums keep popping up everywhere, that the “Ketogenics diet”Β will end up in the top 3. Eventually, when all the sheeple, decide to take a more proactive stance in their personal nutritionalΒ health and choices into their OWN hands we will be less of a minority. I look forward to those days.

I can’t say ENOUGH about an amazing young man, that I “met” online while on my continuing quest/obsession for more and more knowledge on this impressive eating plan ( or WOE = “Way of Eating”). Craig who started the website “Ruled Me” has an impressive story of his own.

The reason I mention he, and his website- I am on a woman’s forum about Ketogenic diet, and over 100 participants all started Craig’s 30 day plan on Monday, and all are there supporting one another, sharing the ups/downs/concerns/achievements to go strong and accomplish this goal until the end of 2014.

THAT is dedication! and also inspiring, and motivating!.. that is ONE HUNDRED WOMEN, from all over the world, who all “met” on a spin off of another forum, after a great gal just put it out there..Β “Hey ladies, I’m startingΒ the 30 day “Ruled Me” eating plan starting on Monday, to take us through the holidays, who’s in?. Β The charge is US$5.00, Craig calls it a “donation”. I GLADLY paid my US$5.00 because the information I received in the 5 .PDFs is on point! Craig breaks it down “Barney style” for those of us who have more of a challenge grasping the full science of things. PLUS, THE RECIPES, and meal plans..all the way down to a shopping list for your essentials.. YAH.. THAT in itself, makes it pretty much a “no brainer” with absolutely zero stress for all, your meals for the next 30 days are simply PLANNED out, and super easy to do..

I HIGHLY recommend, and FULLY support this “30 day WOE plan,..so much, that I WANT TO SHARE THIS WITH EVERYONE.. not that I, personally have a huge following (as of yet), but it is something WORTH sharing.. and the best part?….the guy who wrote the plan?, CRAIG,- WOW.. what a GREAT guy! Β He will answer ANY question you have..and address concerns, uncertainty, or just if you want to say hi, he sincerely appreciates it ! He will help you out with ANYTHING Keto related. He is an incredible plethora of hands on knowledge, and a REAL, down to earth, super smart, sincere guy..

He VOLUNTEERED to simply be “on call” for our little group of 100 women whom have started their new nutritional journey during the most CHALLENGING time of the year (for most).. I’m just really impressed, and simply wanted to share. Β I have been making amazing delicious foods, from the “Ruled Me” website, and it goes to show that this man can COOK!, AND photograph..;-) It is inspiring, so much that I am on the quest to be able to modify most ANY food to “Keto Ize ” it πŸ˜‰ Β Anyway take a look if you want some GREAT information.. Knowledge is power..share the knowledge!

The link for this awesome plan, is found below..Let me know how you fare ! πŸ˜‰

http://www.ruled.me/30-day-ketogenic-diet-plan/

“The Keto Way” – Wednesday Weekly Recipe Post

What a great collage of culinary KETO-FABULOUSNESS!..

just a SAMPLING of the things I prepared for us in the past couple of days..

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I AM IN LOVE.. ❀ truly IN LOVE <3!!   with this Way Of Eating (WOE)..

SCIENCE doesn’t lie, and nor does my camera..there is no photoshopping of ANY of these pictures, this is BEAUTIFUL..why? because these are pictures of REAL foods, Colourful foods, WHOLE foods, Nutritional foods, Organic Foods, Range/Grass Foods, BASIC foods, NON Processed, Modified Foods.. SIMPLE..

I have SO MUCH information spinning in my head ALL DAY long ! i have literally become OBSESSED with knowing more , and more… as I continue to delve into the science of this plan.. I am BLOWN away by HOW WRONG we have had it for most of our LIVES ! Especially in our Western cultures.

I am also DEEPLY APPALLED with the amount of Medical “professionals” who DON’T HAVE THE KNOWLEDGE, and they DISAGREE with people seeking better health for themselves!!..In this journey..I have learned ONE really important thing..IT IS TIME for US, TO EDUCATE OURSELVES, people!.. EVERYTHING we have been “taught” and “fed” for most of our lives..IS ALL LIES!! ..

FAT is not the killer..
CARBS and SUGAR are.

I know this video is only available for free one more day.. but it’s worth a watch.
60 minutes of this information, could literally change your life..or at least inspire you to..

it’s called “CEREAL KILLERS” here is the link –http://vimeo.com/94976653

It came out a bit after I started getting into Keto, BUT wow,Β it just was one more PRO in what I’m studying, and convinced me even more that I am on the right track about healthΒ and nutrition..

The awesome foods I get to prepare and eat are just the added benefit πŸ˜‰

This culinary goddess, is FAST becoming the KetoGoddess…

….HAPPY THANKSGIVING AMERICA….. ❀

“Keto Friendly” AMAZING Homemade BEEF JERKY – Saturday Weekly Recipe Post

YUM jerky !Β  AND..the BEST part?Β  for my new approach to eating, I am tweaking ALL my fave recipes to be KETO FRIENDLY πŸ˜‰

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For the Jerky:

We bought a nice hunk of scotch filet..(as they call it here in AU) In the states,
I think a “London broil” type would be AWESOME!) after looking up cuts of meat..
because the names of the cuts are TOTALLY different than home
“Bottom Round Roast” seems to be the winner lol they have that here,
as well as in the States;-)
ANYWAYΒ  we just made 1Kg ( 2.2 pounds) and this a roughly the measurements..
1 K or 2 lbs or Steak – about 1 Β½ to 2 inches thickness

GETTING READY

Put a steak into the freezer for like 10 min ( while you make the marinade)
This helps firm up the meat and make it really easy to slice –

The MarinadeΒ  ( to taste πŸ˜‰ we like SPICY so added more peppers πŸ˜‰

Tamari (or soy sauce)Β  – 3/4 cup
****Ketoliscious Worcestershire 3/4 cup ( recipe below πŸ˜‰Β  )
Onion Powder – 1 TBS
Garlic Powder – 1 TBS
Ground Peppercorn – 1 TBS
Red Pepper Flakes – 1 TBS

The Jerky

For a steak cut into slices that are 1/8th to ΒΌ inch wide (slice with the grain)
For a roast cut into 1 Β½ to 2 inch slabs- then cut into 1/8th to ΒΌ inch slices
Place the slices into the marinade and let sit at least 4 hours (up to
24 hours in the refrigerator)
Set up your grill(s) for indirect heat on a gas grill only heat the far side,
and on a charcoal grill -hot coals on one side of the grill and no
coals on the other side of the grill
You’re looking for a grill temperature of 140 to 150 degrees F

We used our gas grill for some, our little charcoal grill for some,(
LEAST fave way, we transferred to gas grill after 2 hrs..)
we also used our oven for some strips..( heated it to 68C (150F) Low – slow heat
just to see which worked best.. we prefer the gas grill to all.. but
the oven will work nicely, and
really good for winter time for you guys freezing in the States πŸ˜‰

OK..
Take Jerky slices from the marinade and dry them REALLY WELL with paper towels
Place the jerky slices on the side of the grill with no coals for low
and slow indirect cooking
and in the oven, also on a rack, just in the center
You are looking at a cook time of 4-5 hours, you will know. try REALLY
hard to just let them cook
for the 4 hours.. ours on the grill were done first at about 4 and a
half.. the oven ones we let go till 5..

Then, we put them in a paper bag, and stored in our dark pantry, for a
day- but now we store in the refrigerator πŸ˜‰

******(Keto-Liscious- Worcestershire ******Β  πŸ˜‰
it’s REALLY good! key being it’s sugar free-
this below ended up being the amount to use for the jerky πŸ˜‰

Ingredients

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 TBS water
2 TBS Tamari sauce
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp mustard powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Smoked paprika to taste
Hot sauce to taste, (optional) check the ingredients! and chose a
high-quality sauce

Combine all the ingredients ( all to your taste, i guessed on the
amounts, use your palate πŸ˜‰

ANYWAY…in a saucepan, combine and slowly bring to a boil stirring frequently.
Let simmer for about 10 min for the flavors to develop, cool down. If
storing, store in fridge.

Incredible mixed Meatloaf (over pasta) -Saturday Weekly Recipe post

Mixed Meatloaf and sauce (over pasta) -Saturday Weekly Recipe post

Serves 4

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Jamie’s Money Saving MealsΒ is an AWESOME cooking show here in Oz..

He is really squared away in the kitchen, and I have always admired his approach to the simplicity of the “basics”

I saw a presentation of this dish prepared on the EXACT DAY that I was planning a meatloaf for dinner πŸ˜‰ I was REALLY psyched to try this, as it seemed like an awesomely HUGE meatball on a plate of spaghetti. It was PERFECT,Β  because this week, I’m on week 2 of myΒ ketogenic diet, and my hubby, NEEDS pasta..lol.. It worked out so well for us.

The meatloaf goes REALLY well with the pasta. Leftovers..ummm.. (if there are any) are delicious reheated, and I am CERTAIN a meatloaf sandwich would be off the chain..;-) Β ENJOYEEE!!

Whenever possible, BUY ORGANIC< and CLEAN FOODS πŸ˜‰

May be made “Dairy free” Β Gluten Free, Grain free.

(OMIT PASTAS AND CHEESES FOR PALEO)

Mixed meatΒ meatloaf withΒ pastaΒ 
(slightly adapted from Β “Jamie Oliver’s” recipe)

The Stuff you need:

  • Meatloaf:
  • 3 carrots
  • extra-virgin olive oil
  • Β½ onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 lbΒ ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground italian pork
  • 1/4 cΒ breadcrumbs (optional)
  • 1Β TBS dried oregano -(to taste)
  • 1 TBS choppedΒ basil ( fresh if possible- to taste)
  • 1 TBS chopped parsley ( fresh if possible- to taste)
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • a few drops of Tabasco ( to taste)
  • salt andΒ black pepper (to taste)Sauce and pasta:
  • 3 red chili’s sliced, lengthwise, seeded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tspΒ oreganoΒ ( fresh if possible- to taste)
  • 1 tspΒ basilΒ ( fresh if possible- to taste)
  • 1 tsp parsley( fresh if possible- to taste)
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 jar of any kind of tomato sauce
  • salt and black pepper( to taste)
  • 1/2 c cheddar/parmesan or whatever kind of cheese you have to sprinkle on top
  • 16 ozΒ dried spaghetti

What to do with the Stuff

  • Preheat the oven to 200Β°C/400Β°F
  • Peel the carrots, quarter lengthways
  • Place in a roasting tray, drizzle with the oil and bake for 10 minutes
  • In aΒ large bowl, add the meats,Β breadcrumbs, Β oregano, basil, parsley, feta, egg, Tabasco, salt and pepper
  • Mix lightly with your hands (don’t overmix or the meatloaf will be tough) mix all, and spice to your taste
  • Shape into a loaf
  • Make a space in the middle of the tray with the carrots- add the meatloaf
  • BakeΒ for a further 30- 35Β minutes, or until the meatloaf is cooked through
  • While the meatloaf is in the oven, make the sauce- in a medium saucepan
  • Heat the olive oil, add the onion and the herbs,Β add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add the jar ofΒ sauce,Β season to taste with additional herbs, salt and pepper- etc. to your taste
  • SimmerΒ for 15-20 minutesΒ while Meatloaf is baking
  • Have a large saucepan of salted boiling water ready (for the spaghetti)
  • Remove the tray from the oven, pour the sauce around the meatloaf
  • Top the meatloaf with a spoonful of tomato sauce, andΒ grated cheese
  • Lower heat to 350F put meatloaf back into the oven for 15Β minutes, and the sauce is bubbling
  • Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to packet instructions, then drain
  • ServeΒ spaghetti topped with slice(s) of meatloaf, topped with sauce, garnish with carrots, and chili’s