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Grilled Eggplant Roll Ups

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Grilled Eggplant Roll Ups Prep Time 10 mins; Cook Time 15 mins; Total Time 25 mins; Servings: 15 rolls; Slices of grilled eggplants are served with a creamy Feta, red pepper and basil filling for an easy summer appetizer.   Ingredients 2 eggplants 3 tablespoons olive oil   Filling 4 oz Feta cheese crumbled 3 oz Cream cheese 1/2 red pepper grilled (jarred can be used) 6 basil leaves 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper   Instructions 1. Thinly slice the eggplants lengthways 2. Brush with olive oil and cook the eggplant slices on the grill or griddle pan on a medium heat for about 3 minutes each side. 3. Remove the eggplant slices from the grill and set aside. 4. In a medium bowl, add the Feta cheese, cream cheese, basil, lemon juice and seasoning. 5. Spread the filling over the eggplant slices evenly. 6. Roll the eggplant slices up. 7. Serve ...

Keto Alfredo Chicken Bake

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Keto Alfredo Chicken Bake PREP TIME 5 min; COOK TIME 45 min; READY TIME 50 min; This simple bake is made with an Alfredo inspired sauce served over chicken and low carb veggies. Rich with cheese and cream, this makes a great weekday meal for all the family and is easy to prepare. Perfect with a simple green salad, some steamed broccoli, or even on its own! INGREDIENTS :- Diced Chicken Breast Fillet By Tesco 1 pound Butter 2 tablespoon Garlic 2 clove Italian Herb Mix by Hoyt's  Parsley 2 tbsp Leeks 1 cup Mushrooms 1 cup, pieces or slices Heavy Cream by Natural 1-½ cup Cream Cheese ½ cup Parmesan Cheese ½ cup Olive Oil 1 tablespoon Salt  Black Pepper RECIPE :- Step 1 - Preheat the oven to 390 degrees Fahrenheit and set aside and oven proof dish. Step 2 - Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium/high heat. Step 3 - Dice the chicken and add to the frying pan until cooked through. Once cooked, arrange the chicken in the oven proof dish. Step 4 - Melt the butter in a l...

Keto Chicken and Cauliflower Cheese Bake

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Keto Chicken and Cauliflower Cheese Bake  Prep time - 5 min; Cook time - 38 min; Ready time - 43 min; Serving Size - 1 This chicken and cauliflower bake is rich with a creamy cheese sauce and crispy bacon. This is a great weeknight meal for families served alongside a simple green salad. INGREDIENTS :- Chicken Breast, Skin Removed Before Cooking   17-½ ounce Bacon                  4 slice - 6" long Cauliflower         3 cup Olive Oil             2 tablespoon Garlic                  1 clove Unsalted Butter   1 tablespoon Cheddar Cheese  1 cup, grated Nutmeg               ⅛ teaspoon Cream Cheese Spread         ¾ cup Chicken Broth, Bouillon Or Consomme, Ready-to-serve Can  ¾ cup  RECIPE :- 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. ...

Portobello Mushroom Pizza

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Portobello Mushroom Pizza Serves 4 / Prep time: 15 minutes / Cook time: 5 minutes What would pizza be without gooey melted mozzarella?  Mozzarella is produced using a method that spins the cheese from milk and then cuts it, called pasta filata.  Mozzarella is a good choice for the keto diet. It is high in fat (65 percent), contains about 32 percent protein, and has only 3 percent carbs. INGREDIENTS :- 4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed ¼ cup olive oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 medium tomato, cut into 4 slices 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese RECIPE :- 1. Preheat the oven to broil. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside. 2. In a small bowl, toss the mushroom caps with the olive oil until well coated. Use your fingertips to rub the oil in without breaking the mushrooms. 3. Place the mushrooms on the baking sheet gill-side down and broil the mushrooms until they are tender on the tops, about 2 minutes. 4. Flip the mushrooms ...

Sirloin with Blue Cheese Compound Butter

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Sirloin with Blue Cheese Compound Butter Serves 4 / Prep time: 10 minutes, plus 1 hour chilling time / Cook time: 12 minutes Compound butters—butter mixed with another ingredient such as an herb or a cheese—are an easy, quick way to get intense flavor in your recipes.  The heat of the prepared meats, poultry, or vegetables melts the butter into a scrumptious pool with no work beyond cutting a disk of butter off the prepared log.  Compound butters will keep in the freezer, tightly wrapped, for up to a month. INGREDIENTS :- 6 tablespoons butter, at room temperature 4 ounces blue cheese, such as Stilton or Roquefort 4 (5-ounce) beef sirloin steaks 1 tablespoon olive oil Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper RECIPE :- 1. Place the butter in a blender and pulse until the butter is whipped, about 2 minutes. 2. Add the cheese and pulse until just incorporated. 3. Spoon the butter mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap and roll it into a log about 1 ½ inches in diameter by twisting both ...

Coconut Chicken

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Coconut Chicken Serves 4 / Prep time: 15 minutes / Cook time: 25 minutes One of the main components of this recipe is rich, creamy coconut milk, which is a popular keto ingredient.  The various types of coconut milk available might be confusing, but the best is the canned variety with a thick layer of coconut cream on top.  Either stir the cream into the milk or skim it off for other recipes after opening the can. INGREDIENTS :- 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 (4-ounce) chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch chunks ½ cup chopped sweet onion 1 cup coconut milk 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro RECIPE :- 1. Place a large saucepan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. 2. Sauté the chicken until almost cooked through, about 10 minutes. 3. Add the onion and sauté for an additional 3 minutes. 4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, curry powder, cumin, and coriander. 5. Pour the sauce into the saucepan...

Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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Stuffed Chicken Breasts Serves 4 / Prep time: 30 minutes, plus 30 minutes chilling time / Cook time: 30 minutes This dish might perfectly complement a complicated risotto in a fancy fine-dining restaurant.  The trick to perfect stuffed chicken breasts is to cut a perfect pocket — not too deep but with enough space so the filling is completely enclosed.  If it isn’t enclosed, the filling will simply melt in the oven, leaving an empty pocket. INGREDIENTS :- 1 tablespoon butter ¼ cup chopped sweet onion ½ cup goat cheese, at room temperature ¼ cup Kalamata olives, chopped ¼ cup chopped roasted red pepper 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 4 (5-ounce) chicken breasts, skin-on 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil RECIPE :- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. 2. In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the onion. Sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. 3. Transfer the onion to a medium bowl and add the cheese, olives, red pepper, and basil. Stir until well blended, then re...

Roasted Salmon with Avocado Salsa

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Roasted Salmon with Avocado Salsa Serves 4 / Prep time: 15 minutes / Cook time: 12 minutes A simple fresh salsa is often the best topping for a juicy piece of fish, and creamy avocados are a perfect choice for the base.  Take the salsa ingredients out of the refrigerator an hour or so before serving the fish so they come to room temperature.  The taste of the avocado will be much stronger than when this fruit is completely chilled.  You can also grill the salmon for this recipe—this fish holds up well under higher heat and does not dry out. INGREDIENTS :- FOR THE SALSA 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced 1 scallion, white and green parts, chopped ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes Juice of 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon FOR THE FISH 1 teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon onion powder ¼ teaspoon sea salt Pinch freshly ground black pepper Pinch cayenne pepper 4 (4-ounce) boneless, skinless salmon fillets 2 tablespoons olive oil RECIPE :- TO MAKE THE SALSA 1. In ...

Shrimp and Sausage “Bake”

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Shrimp and Sausage “Bake” Serves 4 / Prep time: 15 minutes / Cook time: 20 minutes Chorizo, a fully cooked cured sausage common in Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American cooking, can be either spicy or slightly sweet and has a distinctive red color from the copious amounts of paprika added during its creation.  Chorizo is very high in protein, about 15 grams per 3-ounce portion, and is an excellent source of zinc, selenium, and vitamin B12. INGREDIENTS :- 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 ounces chorizo sausage, diced ½ pound (16 to 20 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 red bell pepper, chopped ½ small sweet onion, chopped 2 teaspoons minced garlic ¼ cup Herbed Chicken Stock (page 141) Pinch red pepper flakes RECIPE :- 1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. 2. Sauté the sausage until it is warmed through, about 6 minutes. 3. Add the shrimp and sauté until it is opaque and just cooked through, about 4 minutes. 4. Remove the sausage and shrimp to a bowl and ...

Crab Salad–Stuffed Avocado

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Crab Salad–Stuffed Avocado Serves 2 / Prep time: 20 minutes Depending on the size of your avocados, this decadent dish could be a filling snack or a light lunch.  It’s perfectly acceptable to use frozen crab if fresh is not available, but take care to look for real crab meat rather than cheaper imitation products.  If using frozen crab, thaw it completely and squeeze out any extra liquid so that your salad isn’t soggy. INGREDIENTS :- 1 avocado, peeled, halved lengthwise, and pitted ½ teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 4&½ ounces Dungeness crab meat ½ cup cream cheese ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper ¼ cup chopped, peeled English cucumber ½ scallion, chopped 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro Pinch sea salt Freshly ground black pepper RECIPE :- 1. Brush the cut edges of the avocado with the lemon juice and set the halves aside on a plate. 2. In a medium bowl, stir together the crabmeat, cream cheese, red pepper, cucumber, scallion, cilantro, salt, and pepper until well mixed. 3. D...

BLT Salad

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BLT Salad Serves 4 / Prep time: 15 minutes The portions of this salad are quite small, but the combination of ingredients packs a hearty flavor burst. Using bacon fat in the dressing instead of olive oil adds to this already mouthwatering salad.  Bacon fat will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, so save it for other recipes whenever you cook bacon. INGREDIENTS :- 2 tablespoons melted bacon fat 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Freshly ground black pepper 4 cups shredded lettuce 1 tomato, chopped 6 bacon slices, cooked and chopped 2 hard boiled eggs, chopped 1 tablespoon roasted unsalted sunflower seeds 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds 1 cooked chicken breast, sliced (optional) RECIPE :- 1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the bacon fat and vinegar until emulsified. Season with black pepper. 2. Add the lettuce and tomato to the bowl and toss the vegetables with the dressing. 3. Divide the salad between 4 plates and top each with equal amounts of bacon, egg,...

Cauliflower-Cheddar Soup

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Cauliflower-Cheddar Soup Serves 8 / Prep time: 10 minutes / Cook time: 30 minutes Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that can be eaten on the keto diet in many recipes—like this creamy soup.  Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamins C and K, omega-3 fatty acids, and manganese, which can help support digestion, improve brain function, and promote a healthy heart.  Choose a snowy white head of cauliflower with crisp green leaves and absolutely no brown spots. INGREDIENTS :- ¼ cup butter ½ sweet onion, chopped 1 head cauliflower, chopped 4 cups Herbed Chicken Stock (page 141) ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup heavy (whipping) cream Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese RECIPE :- 1. Put a large stockpot over medium heat and add the butter. 2. Sauté the onion and cauliflower until tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. 3. Add the chicken stock and nutmeg to the pot and bring the liquid to a boil. 4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until th...

Cauliflower Rice

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Cauliflower Rice (Ready in about 15 minutes | Servings 6) INGREDIENTS :- 1 head cauliflower (about 2 1/2 pounds) 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste RECIPE :- Prep the cauliflower: Use a knife to remove the outer leaves and cut off the cauliflower florets from the stem. Cut florets into 1 to 1 1/2-inch sized pieces. Process the cauliflower: Add half of the florets into a food processor. Pulse 10 times in 1-second increments until pieces the size of cooked rice are formed. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Transfer to a large bowl. Remove any large floret pieces that do not get processed and process them with the next batch. Transfer all the processed cauliflower to the large bowl. When finished with both batches, you should have about 6 cups of cauliflower rice. To store the cauliflower rice: If storing for a later meal, transfer the cauliflower rice to a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for...

CHEESY ZUCCHINI GRATIN

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CHEESY ZUCCHINI GRATIN (Ready in about 50 minutes | Servings 5) If you find your gratin watery after the 40 minutes, turn the temperature to 350 degrees F and bake for 10 minutes longer.  Let it sit at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving. Ingredients 10 large eggs  3 tablespoons yogurt  2 zucchini, sliced  1/2 medium-sized leek, sliced  Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste  1 teaspoon cayenne pepper  1 cup cream cheese  2 garlic cloves, minced  1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded Directions 1. Start by preheating your oven to 360 degrees F. Then, spritz the bottom and sides of an oven proof pan with a nonstick cooking spray. 2. Then, mix the eggs with yogurt until well combined. 3. Overlap 1/2 of the zucchini and leek slices in the pan. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Add cream cheese and minced garlic. 4. Add the remaining zucchini slices and leek. Add the egg mixture. Top with Swiss cheese. Bake for 40 minutes, un...

Grandma’s Zucchini and Spinach Chowder

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Grandma’s Zucchini and Spinach Chowder (Ready in about 25 minutes | Servings 4) Keto recipes don't come much easier than this old-fashioned, vegetarian chowder.  You can customize it with your favorite spices and keto mix-ins. INGREDIENTS :- 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, chopped  1/2 cup scallions, chopped 4 cups water 2 zucchini, sliced  1 celery stalk, chopped  2 tablespoons vegetable bouillon powder 4 ounces baby spinach Salt and ground black pepper, to taste  1 heaping tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon butter 1 egg, beaten  RECIPE :- 1. In a stockpot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Now, cook the garlic and scallions until tender or about 4 minutes. 2. Add water, zucchini, celery, vegetable bouillon powder; cook for 13 minutes. 3. Add spinach, salt, black pepper, parsley, and butter; cook for a further 5 minutes. 4. Then, stir in the egg and mix until well incorporated. Ladle into individual bowls and serve warm. Enjoy! Read Al...

Italian Zuppa di Pomodoro

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Italian Zuppa di Pomodoro (Ready in about 30 minutes | Servings 3) This Italian-inspired soup is loaded with antioxidant and nutrient dense vegetables as well as various aromatics. INGREDIENTS :- 4 ounces broccoli 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 small-sized onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste  1 cup spinach leaves, torn into pieces 1 celery stalk, peeled and chopped 2 cups vegetable broth 1 cup water 1 tomato, pureed 1 jalapeno pepper, minced 1 tablespoon Italian seasonings RECIPE :- 1. Pulse the broccoli in your food processor until rice-sized pieces are formed; work in batches; reserve. 2. Then, heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Then, sauté the onion and garlic until tender and aromatic. 3. Add the broccoli and cook for 2 minutes more. Add the remaining ingredients, except the spinach. 4. Bring to a rapid boil and then, immediately reduce the heat to medium-low. 5. Now, simmer the soup approximately 25 ...

Salmon Curry with a Twist

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Salmon Curry with a Twist (Ready in about 20 minutes | Servings 4) As for seasonings, some people do not prefer strong spices, as they like to keep the salmon flavor dominant.  You can also add garam masala and ginger-garlic paste to this curry. INGREDIENTS :- 1 tablespoon coconut oil  1/2 cup leeks, chopped  1 teaspoon garlic, smashed  1 Thai chili pepper, seeded and minced  1 teaspoon turmeric powder  1/2 teaspoon cumin  4 ounces double cream  2 ounces full-fat coconut milk, canned  1 cup fish stock  1 cup water  3/4 pound salmon, cut into bite-sized chunks  Salt and ground black pepper, to taste  1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped  RECIPE :- 1. Heat the oil in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Now, sauté the leeks and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently. 2. Add chili pepper, turmeric, and cumin; cook an additional minute. Add cream, coconut milk, fish stock, water, salmon, salt, and black pepper. 3....

Hearty Fisherman’s Stew

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Hearty Fisherman’s Stew (Ready in about 30 minutes | Servings 4) Try an all-star recipe for a fish stew with a Mediterranean twist!  You can use frozen or fresh ingredients; anyway, it will taste good. INGREDIENTS :- 1 tablespoon tallow, room temperature  1 red onion, chopped  2 garlic cloves, smashed  1 jalapeno pepper, chopped  1/2 bunch fresh dill, roughly chopped  1 ripe fresh tomato, pureed  1 cup shellfish stock 2 cups water 1 1/2 cod fillets, skin removed, 2 inch diced 1 lb sea scallops, halved crosswise  24 mussels, scrubbed Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 2 bay leaves RECIPE :- 1. Melt the tallow in a large pot over medium-high heat. Then, sweat the onion for 3 minutes; stir in the garlic and jalapeno pepper and sauté a minute more. 2. Add fresh dill and tomato; cook for 8 minutes more. Pour in shellfish stock and water. Add salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, curry powder, an...

Classic Beef Stroganoff

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Classic Beef Stroganoff (Ready in about 1 hour | Servings 4) Beef stew meat is easier to slice if it’s partially frozen.  Sautéing the garlic and onion will help define their unique taste but you can skip this step if you are in a hurry. INGREDIENTS :- 2 tablespoons lard, room temperature  1 pound beef stew meat, cut across grain into strips  1/2 yellow onion, peeled and chopped  2 garlic cloves, minced  4 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced  1/2 teaspoon salt  1 teaspoon smoked paprika  1/4 teaspoon black pepper  1/2 teaspoon dried basil  1/4 cup red cooking wine  4 cups vegetable broth  1 fresh tomato, pureed  2 celery stalks, chopped  1/2 cup sour cream  RECIPE :- 1. Melt the lard in a stockpot over medium heat. Then, cook the meat until nicely browned on all sides. 2. Then, add onion and garlic and cook until they are fragrant. Now, stir in the mushrooms and cook until they are tender. 3. Add seasonings, wine, bro...

Chinese Ground Beef Skillet

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Chinese Ground Beef Skillet (Ready in about 15 minutes | Servings 3) When you fancy a beef stir-fry with Asian flavors, try this recipe.  The key ingredients to the best Chinese food include soy sauce, rice wine, and brown mushrooms. Ingredients 1 tablespoon sesame oil  1/2 pound ground chuck  1 shallot, minced  1 garlic clove, minced  1 (1/2-inch) piece ginger root, peeled and grated  1 bell pepper, seeded and sliced  4 ounces brown mushrooms, sliced  1 teaspoon tamari soy sauce  1 tablespoon rice wine  2 whole star anise Himalayan salt and ground black pepper, to taste  Directions 1. Heat the oil in a pan over a moderate flame. Now, cook the ground chuck until it is no longer pink. Reserve. 2. Then, cook the shallot, garlic, ginger, pepper, and mushrooms in pan drippings. 3. Add the remaining ingredients along with reserved beef to the pan. 4. Reduce the heat to medium-low; let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes longer. Make sure to sti...
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