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Keto Chocolate Raspberry Truffles

January 11, 2019 by Shelby Law Ruttan 27 Comments

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These Keto Chocolate Raspberry Truffles feature a creamy, sugar-free ganache center inside a crisp dark chocolate shell. They are a delicious, gluten-free treat that perfectly satisfies sweet cravings while staying on the keto diet.

Chocolate truffles decorated with crushed freeze dried raspberries and gold heart flakes.

This gourmet sugar-free chocolate truffles recipe makes the perfect gift for your Valentine or loved ones. They are so gorgeous your family won't believe these low carb snacks are actually homemade.

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Why You'll Love This Keto Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Perfect for gifting: these keto chocolate raspberry truffles are the ultimate gourmet gift for your Valentine or any special occasion.

Sugar-free indulgence: enjoy a rich, creamy sugar-free raspberry ganache center that satisfies sweet cravings without the high-carb count

Quick and healthy: this low-carb snack is easy to prepare and provides a healthy, protein packed alternative to store-bought candy.

Chocolate ganache ball being held between a finger and thumb and coated with crushed freeze dried raspberries.

Key Ingredients for Keto Chocolate Truffles

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

  • Sugar-free dark chocolate chips: provides the rich base for the ganache and the crisp outer shell while keeping the recipe low carb.
  • Heavy whipping cream: when heated and poured over the chocolate, this creates the smooth, velvety ganache center.
  • Stevia: this acts as the primary keto approved sweetener to balance the bitterness of the dark chocolate without adding sugar.
  • Raspberry oil extract: this concentrated oil adds a potent authentic raspberry flavor to both the filling and the coating.
  • Coconut oil: adding this to the coating chocolate helps it melt smoothly and creat a thinner, snappier shell.
  • Freeze-dried raspberries: these are crushed and used as a garnish to provide a tangy flavor burst and beautiful color.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Sweetener: swap the stevia for an equial amount of monk fruit sweetener or erythritol if you prefer a different keto approved sweetener.
  • Extract: use strawberry extract in place of raspberry.
  • Dairy-free option: replace the heavy whipping cream and butter with full-fat canned coconut milk for a dairy-free ganache.
Upclose image of 3 keto chocolate raspberry chocolates with a bite taken out of one.

Recipe Variations

  • Flavor swap: use almond, peppermint, or orange extract in the ganache instead of raspberry for a completely different taste.
  • Nutty filling: stir ¼ cup of your favorite chopped nuts into the gananche center for added texture and crunch.
  • Simple cocoa dusting: skip the mold and chocolate coating; instead scoop the ganache and roll the balls in cacao powder.

Tips for Keto Chocolate Truffles

  • Avoid air bubbles: gently tap the bottom of your candy mold until bubbles rise to the surface to ensure a smooth, professional finish.
  • Handle with care: stir melted sugar-free chocolate gently to prevent air bubbles from forming, which can make the final product look less attractive.
  • Maintain cool storage: store these treats in a cool place or the refrigerator, as they are made without chemical hardeners and can melt easily in your hands.
Several decorated Keto Chocolate Raspberry Truffles on a white tray.

More Keto Desserts You'll Love

If you love these Keto Truffles, you may want to try my Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake microwave recipe for a fast keto dessert. And, everyone loves these Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs. In the mood for baking? Try my Low Carb Raspberry Muffins and Keto Chocolate Mint Chip Cookies.

When you make this recipe, please comment below and let me know what you think. I'd love it if you tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch or #grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your photos!

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Keto Chocolate Raspberry Truffles

Shelby Law Ruttan
These Keto Chocolate Raspberry Truffles feature a sugar-free raspberry ganache center inside a crisp dark chocolate shell. They are the perfect low-carb, gourmet treat to share with your Valentine any day of the year.
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 15 truffles
Calories 63 kcal

Equipment

  • Chocolate candy mold
  • Piping bag
  • Double boiler with silicone spatula
  • mixing bowls

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Ingredients
  

Raspberry chocolate ganache truffle center:

  • ⅓ cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
  • ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 5 teaspoons stevia
  • ¼ teaspoon royal raspberry oil extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon Himalayan salt
  • 1½ tablespoons butter , room temperature

Chocolate truffle coating:

  • ¾ cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
  • 3 drops royal raspberry oil extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Optional decorations:

  • 1 tablespoon Sugar free freeze-dried raspberries crushed (I used Natierra brand)
  • Gold flakes I like Wilton Gold Heart Edible Accents

Instructions
 

Ganache Truffle Center

  • Place dark chocolate in a medium bowl; set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the  heavy whipping cream over medium heat until boiling. Allow to boil for one minute.
  • Remove the heavy cream from the heat.  Add the stevia, raspberry extract, vanilla, and salt, stirring to combine.
  • Pour the hot heavy cream over the dark chocolate and cover the bowl with plastic wrap for 5 minutes.
  • Stir the chocolate gently with a rubber spatula. If the chocolate hasn't melted into the cream completely, cover it back up and allow it to sit and melt longer.
  • Add the butter to the truffle mixture and gently stir into the chocolate mixture.

For the Chocolate Coating

  • Melt ½ cup of the chocolate in a double boiler over medium heat, being careful not to drip any water into the chocolate.
  • Remove from the heat and add the remaining chocolate to the bowl. Stir in the raspberry extract and coconut oil and stir gently with a rubber spatula.

To Coat the Truffles

  • Holding the silicone candy mold over the chocolate bowl, spoon the melted chocolate into the molds until they're completely filled. Let sit for 2 minutes, or until the chocolate begins to thicken around the outside of the mold.
  • Tilt the mold slightly over the chocolate bowl and pour the chocolate to pour out into the bowl, leaving just a shell. Let sit for 8 minutes, until the chocolate starts to set.
  • Add half of the truffle filling to a pastry bag with the tip snipped off.
  • Pipe the ganache into the chocolate shells, being careful not to fill them all the way,
  • Holding the mold at a tilt over the chocolate bowl again, spoon the chocolate into the molds, filling them the rest of the way. Scrape the excess away into the bowl as before, being careful not to scoop into the chocolate molds. Try to make as level of a scrape as possible so the bottom of your chocolates will be flat and not lumpy.
  • Allow the candy to set at room temperature for 1 hour. Refrigerate in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 31mgPotassium: 4mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 113IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Gluten Free Keto Treets, Keto Chocolate Raspberry Truffles, keto chocolate truffles, Keto Valentine's Day Dessert, Low Carb Raspberry Truffles, raspberry chocolate truffle, Stevia Sweetened Chocolate, sugar free chocolate truffles, Sugar Free Raspberry Ganache
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Buttery Garlic Bread Chips

January 9, 2019 by Shelby Law Ruttan 7 Comments

These homemade Buttery Garlic Bread Chips are brushed with plenty of melted butter and minced garlic then baked to a toasty brown! Perfect for dipping and so addictive.  You will want to make as many as you can so you don't run out of bread chips before you run out of dip!

Buttery Garlic Bread Chips #garlic #butter #bread #chips #homemade

I made these bread chips over the holidays and they were a huge hit with my sister in law. So much so, that when she went home, she messaged me later that she had made them and took them into work to share with her co-workers.

French Baguette

Ingredients

Making these buttery garlic bread chips was as easy as buying a French Baguette, slicing it thin, and coating it with a lot of melted garlic butter. While many people may do something with what bread they have leftover from a meal, I promise, you will regret not using a whole loaf to make this recipe. As a matter of fact, you may want to buy two loaves!

French Baguette Sliced

I sprinkled the topside of the chips with a little pink Himalayan salt and then baked them in the oven until toasty brown. When they came out of the oven, we could hardly wait to get our fingers on them!

Butter and Garlic for Baguette

I am a huge garlic lover and as far as I am concerned, you can't have enough garlic. A couple of family members complained about the smell (Grumpy included). So, if you have any sensitive noses in the house when baking these, I highly recommend running the cooktop fan or, if you can crack a window, do so!

Buttering the baguette slices

I wanted really buttery chips so I went very heavy on the butter. As far as I am concerned, everything is better with real butter! I like to use my silicone brush when basting my chips. It's easy to clean and does not retain the garlic odor.

Baked Buttery Garlic Bread Chips #garlic #butter #bread #chips #homemade

Many people may think only about making bread chips or croutons with day old bread. However, this is a delicious and inexpensive way to have bread chips for your favorite dip. So, just buy a whole loaf for this recipe 🙂

Buttery Garlic Bread Chips #garlic #butter #bread #chips #homemade

Tips for making Buttery Garlic Bread Chips

  • Use a French Baguette for the best "finger food" sized chip
  • Slice the baguette thinly. The thinner you slice, the quicker it will be ready as well as easier it will be on the teeth!
  • Be generous with the butter and garlic! That is what these chips are all about!
  • Serve them up with some delicious dips at your next game day party. Cheesy Jalapeno Bacon Cheeseburger Dip or Sweet-Hot Jalapeno Popper Dip are two delicious ones to try! 
  • You may also like this Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip from Renee's Kitchen Adventures (I know I do!)
Buttery Garlic Bread Chips #garlic #butter #bread #chips #homemade

🍽 Serve with...

These bread chips are great to serve with your favorite dips and work for making bruschetta because they hold up well. We also love to spread yummy Mom's Easy Cheese Ball Recipe on them.

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Buttery Garlic Bread Chips #garlic #butter #bread #chips #homemade

Buttery Garlic Bread Chips

Shelby Law Ruttan
These homemade Buttery Garlic Bread Chips are brushed with plenty of melted butter and minced garlic then baked to a toasty brown! Perfect for dipping and so addictive. 
4.41 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
Calories 130 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1- lb loaf French baguette thinly sliced
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 6 large garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Himilayan Pink Salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Thinly slice French Baguette.
  • Place bread slices on large cookie sheet.
  • Put garlic through garlic press and put in microwave safe dish with butter.
  • Microwave 30 - 60 seconds, until butter is melted.
  • Brush butter garlic mixture over bread slices with pastry brush.
  • Lightly sprinkle buttered bread slices with salt.
  • Place in oven and bake 7-10 minutes, until bread crisps are golden brown.
  • Store chips in airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/16th of recipeCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 317mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
Keyword Bread Chips, Buttery Garlic Bread, Buttery Garlic Bread Chips, Chips, Garlic Bread, Homemade Chips
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Keto Chocolate Mug Cake for the Microwave

January 4, 2019 by Shelby Law Ruttan 39 Comments

Keto Chocolate Mug Cake recipe is delicious portion control dessert recipe for two! This keto cake is made in the microwave and is an easy recipe to have on hand when the sweet tooth craving hits and you don't want a whole cake.

I love small batch desserts, and mug cake recipes are the perfect way to make them. This low carb chocolate mug cake for two is a perfect valentine's day dessert, or birthday cake solution for those following the ketogenic diet. It is has rich chocolate flavor, and is made in minutes!

Two layer keto chocolate mug cake with whipped cream in the middle layer and on top of the cake with red and pink heart sprinkles on top.
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❤️ Why you'll love it

✔️ It is perfect for special occasions when you only want enough low carb dessert to feed two people.

✔️ This small batch dessert has only 6 grams of net carbs in a single serving.

✔️ It is a delicious quick and easy keto dessert that will cure chocolate cravings.

Cake version with a sugar free peanut butter frosting on top with pastel colored sprinkles
Keto Chocolate Mug Cake with a keto friendly Peanut Butter Frosting

🥘 INGREDIENTS

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Almond meal or flour, either will work. Almond meal however is more coarse than flour. I usually use Bob's red mill almond flour or Trader Joe's Almond meal.

Coconut Flour: I use this brand.

Coconut oil, to prevent the cake from sticking to the mug

Mayonnaise, always use full fat mayonnaise.

Unsweetened cocoa powder

Powdered monkfruit sweetener

Large eggs

Vanilla extract

Ingredient line up for microwave cake recipe.


🔪 Instructions

  1. Grease the mug with coconut oil.
  2. Place the sweetener, almond flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder in a 4-cup glass mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
  3. Whisk together the mayonnaise, egg, water, and vanilla extract. Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir until the batter is smooth.
  4. Divide batter between two 4 ounce ramekins or 1 extra large microwave mug cake cup.
  5. Place the cake batter in the microwave and cook on high power for 2 minutes. If cake is still wet on top, microwave in 10 second intervals until no longer wet.
cake batter in mixing cup

🥄 Equipment

Large Mug, the mug should be at least a 16 ounce capacity. This microwave-safe mug work perfectly.

This finger spatula works perfectly for mixing the mug cake ingredients together. It mixes and can scrape down the sides of the mug as well.

🥫Storage

Store any leftover cake in the fridge up to 4 days.

Keto Chocolate Mug Cake in a white mug with the words Cake spelled out on the mug.

📖 Variations

  • Use full fat sour cream in place of the mayonnaise.
  • Substitute almond extract for the vanilla extract
  • Serve the mug cake warm with whipped cream your favorite keto ice cream.
  • Stir in 2 tablespoons sugar-free chocolate chips or peanut butter chips.
  • Frost with a sugar-free Peanut Butter Frosting, Chocolate Buttercream, or Cream Cheese Frosting. (instructions for keto in each recipe)
  • Sprinkle with these keto sprinkles!

💭 Tips

  • If you don't have powdered sweetener, blend erythritol in a blender until it is a powder consistency.
  • To prevent overcooking, start at the shortest microwave time (2 min). Microwave in 5 second intervals if the cake is still wet on top until it is no longer wet.
  • Make your own whipped cream by mixing a cup of heavy cream together with 1 tablespoon of powdered monkfruit until cream forms stiff peaks.
  • Slice the cake in half and add filling between the layers. This adds flavor, fat, and moisture!
  • Sprinkle a few sugar free chocolate chips on top of the batter before cooking.
Cooked chocolate cake cooling on a wire rack.

🙋 FAQ's

Can I bake this mug cake in the oven?

Yes, bake it at 350 degrees F. Check after 10 minutes, if still wet on top, bake another 5 minutes. The top should look dry and a toothpick inserted should come out clean.

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 Chocolate Raspberry Truffles is one of my favorite molded keto chocolate recipes.

The warm chocolate lava that oozes from this Chocolate Pudding Cake is so delicious.

This Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee is rich, creamy, and oh so delicious. It makes a great holiday occasion recipe or just because!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a keto ice cream cake you won't regret making

This Keto Tiramisu is excellent for tiramisu fans.

Check out this round-up of Keto Valentine Recipes for more keto dessert ideas!

🍽 Serve with...

Serve this delicious recipe with a dollop of whipped cream or sugar free ice cream.

Mug cake cut in half

🏫 The last word

Low carb desserts really does have a science behind it and substitutions can be tricky. I don't recommend using something not listed in this post as a substitute. I have listed only what I know does work.


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Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake #keto #easy #microwave #chocolate #mugcake

Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

Shelby Law Ruttan
A keto friendly chocolate cake made in the microwave. This dessert recipe for two is ready in just 5 minutes for a quick and easy treat.
4.52 from 29 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 minutes mins
Cooling Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 18 minutes mins
Course Keto Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 339 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons powdered sweetener
  • 4 tablespoons super fine almond flour
  • 1½ tablespoons coconut flour
  • 2 tablespoons dark cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Place the sweetener, almond flour, coconut flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder in a 4-cup glass mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
  • Add the mayonnaise, egg, water, and vanilla extract. Stir until the batter is smooth.
  • Divide the batter between two 4 ounce ramekins or 1-16 ounce microwave mug cake cup.
  • Place the cake batter in the microwave and cook on high power for 2 minutes. If cake is still wet on top, microwave in 10 second intervals until no longer wet.

Nutrition

Calories: 339kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 8gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 434mgPotassium: 114mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 137IUCalcium: 168mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Keto Chocolate Mug Cake, Keto Mayonnaise Cake
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Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

December 28, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 8 Comments

Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups are sugar-free, low carb cookies with a lightly sweetened ricotta filling. The cookie cups take the place of a cannoli shell allowing the Keto dieter a delicious Italian like treat over the holidays without going out of ketosis! This is an easy finger food dessert to make and share with your friends at your next holiday party or game day gathering.

Keto Cannoli Cookie CupsI am participating in a blogger challenge using KetoseSweet + Powder sweetener. I was provided with product to work with in creating recipes for this challenge. All opinions are my own.Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

My son Justin loves cannoli. With good reason! It's delicious! He is the inspiration for this recipe today. I wanted to make a cookie that would be reminiscent of a cannoli that I could enjoy as a Keto dieter. I completely hit the mark on this one! These cookies were delicious!

Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

I did a lot of recipe testing before this recipe came to light. While I love Keto, lately, I have had a difficult time when trying to bake something that is Keto. I'm so used to regular baking that it has not been the easiest of tasks to switch over and create my own Keto recipes. So, this Cannoli Cookie Cup recipe being a success was a big win for me!

Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

What is the best type of pan to bake your cookie cups in?

For testing purposes, I made these cookie cups in both silicone and non-stick mini muffin pan. Below are my results:

  • Silicone mini muffin pan - baked 20 minutes. Started to brown on top but not around inside of the cup. The dough was still baked, but just not browned. 
  • Non-stick mini muffin pan - baked 20 minutes. The cups browned much quicker and probably could have come out of the oven about 2 minutes sooner.

Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

Tips for Storing your Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

  • The cookie cups should be stored in the refrigerator. Preferably without the filling in them, 
  • If you will not consume the cookies within a weeks time, you should freeze the cookie cups. They can be frozen once baked, however, freeze them without the filling in them.
  • Store the filling in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve the cookie cups.

Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

What is KetoseSweet + Powder sweetener?

KetoseSweet + Powder sweetener is made of 3 ingredients: allouse, monkfruit, and stevia. It has zero calories per tablespoon, does not affect blood sugar levels and is safe for those on an ultra-low sugar diet. It also tastes great!

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Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups

Shelby Law Ruttan
Keto Cannoli Cookie Cups are sugar-free, low carb cookies with a ricotta filling. The cookie cups take the place of a cannoli shell allowing the Keto dieter a delicious Italian like treat over the holidays without going out of ketosis!
4.60 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Keto Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 125 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Cups:

  • 2 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 6 tablespoon butter room temperature
  • ½ cup KetoseSweet + Powder and Steviva Blend
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 2 tablespoon coconut flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cannoli Cream Filling:

  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoon KetoseSweet + Powder and Steviva Blend
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup mini sugar free chocolate chips optional

Instructions
 

To make the cookie cups:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, using a hand mixer, blend together the cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  • Add KetoseSweet + Powder and Steviva Blend and vanilla extract, mix well.
  • Add almond flour and coconut flour. Stir until combined. Dough will become firm.
  • Shape 1 tablespoon of dough into a ball and place in mini muffin tin.
  • Using mini tart shaper, press into dough to press dough into a cup shape.
  • Bake cookie cups for 20 minutes, or until browned. If using a non stick pan, bake for less time.

To make the Cannoli Cream Filling:

  • In a large mixing bowl, whip together the ricotta cheese, heavy cream, sweetener, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
  • Stir in the mini chocolate chips. Fill each cookie cup with 1 tablespoon of ricotta filling.

Notes

Net Carbs = 2

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 125kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 88mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
Keyword Cannoli Cookie Cups, Cannoll Cream, Keto Cannoli, Keto Cannoli Cookies, Keto Cookies, sugar-free cookies
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Keto Cheese Puffs with Sweet Black Pepper Bacon

December 10, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 4 Comments

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs

These Keto Cheese Puffs with Sweet Black Pepper Bacon are low-carb cheesy bites of deliciousness (and zero net carbs!). Made special with sweet black pepper bacon for a small burst of sweet smoky heat in your mouth! Perfect for the holiday gathering appetizer trays that you and your keto friends will love! 

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese PuffsI am participating in a blogger challenge using Mahón-Menorca Cheese. I was provided with three types of cheese to work with in creating recipes for this challenge. All opinions are my own.Mahón-Menorca Cheese

Making Keto Friendly Appetizers for the Holidays

Appetizers are an important part of my holiday eating. Therefore, I wanted to create an appetizer that was keto friendly so that I could have a special treat along with everyone else during the holiday party time. I am also a huge fan of cheese, so it was inevitable that I put the sweet black pepper bacon and cheese together!

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs

I fell in love with Sweet Black Pepper Bacon back when Dunkin Donuts came out with it in a sandwich. Back then I was not a Keto dieter so when I tried that sandwich I became infatuated with it! While I don't eat that sandwich anymore (do they even make it?), I can eat the bacon! I knew I would have to make the bacon and do a Keto friendly version of it.

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs

Cheese and Bacon - two foods you will love as a Keto dieter!

I was liberal with the cheese in this recipe and used the Mahón-Menorca SEMI-CURED 2-5 months for these puffs. The description of the cheese as having a slight buttery taste with flavors reminiscent to dried fruit and hazelnuts sounded like it would blend well with what I was looking for in my recipe. I also went heavy on the bacon.

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs are easy to make!

To bind these puffs together I used super fine almond flour along with eggs. I added a touch of brown sugar Swerve to the recipe to give it another hint of sweetness. I just stirred all the ingredients together at once and scooped them out by the tablespoon (I used my tablespoon sized cookie scoop) and baked in the oven 12-15 minutes.

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs

The Keto Cheese Puffs turned out incredibly delicious! The texture was perfect. It reminded me slightly of a biscuit with a spicy sweet touch. The puffs kept their shape while baking and browned nicely. When I broke one in half, you could see the bacon and cheesiness inside. Absolutely perfection on my tongue and to my senses!

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs

What else can you use Keto Cheese Puffs with Sweet Black Pepper Bacon for? Perfect appetizer but you can do so many other things with this recipe!

  • Use these as slider buns! I think this would be a great slider bun for a breakfast sandwich with egg and cheese, bacon optional.
  • Use these as a vessel to add more fat to your keto diet by eating warm spread with butter.
  • Enjoy as an afternoon snack and spread with a little sugar-free jam to enjoy with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
  • Make croutons! Cut into smaller pieces and bake in the oven to dry them out a little more for crispy croutons for your salad.

Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs

Keto Cheese Puffs with Sweet Black Pepper Bacon are great finger food appetizers for yourself and your guests. They also serve up nicely in your festive bowls! I hope you will love these as much as I did!

More about Mahón-Menorca Cheese

Mahón-Menorca Cheese is made only in Spain and made of menorcan cow’s milk, which can be pasteurized or raw, and exclusively matured on the island of Menorca. It is a very versatile cheese that lends well to baking, cooking, or just plain eating! It also would make a great addition to any cheese board for the holidays. 

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Mahón-Menorca Cheese can be purchased nationwide at Whole Foods, and at other fine retailers such as Fairway Markets, Harris Teeter, Saveway, Kroger, Murray’s, Central Markets, Costco, Gourmet Garage, West Side Markets, Zabar’s, Central and Town & Country Markets in Seattle and at the best specialty stores all over the country

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Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs

Keto Cheese Puffs with Sweet Black Pepper Bacon

Shelby Law Ruttan
These Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Cheese Puffs are low carb cheesy bites of deliciousness. Made special with little sweet black pepper bacon for a small burst of sweet smoky heat in your mouth!
4.80 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 230 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Black Pepper Bacon

  • 6 slices Thick Cut Bacon
  • 1 tablespoon Swerve Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper

For the Cheese Puffs

  • ¾ cup Almond Flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 oz Mahón-Menorca SEMI-CURED cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon Swerve Brown Sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

Instructions
 

  • Make the Sweet Black Pepper Bacon
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Lie bacon out on baking rack with a cookie sheet beneath it to catch the fat.
  • Sprinkle bacon evenly with Swerve Brown Sugar and Coarsely Ground Black Pepper.
  • Bake in oven until bacon is slightly crispy.
  • Once bacon is cooled, chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • Make the Keto Cheese Puffs
  • Place the almond flour, Swerve Brown Sugar, Eggs, Cheese, baking powder, and bacon in mixing bowl.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of dough on cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. I use a small cookie scoop that equals about a tablespoon. You should get 16 cheese puffs.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes, until puffs have started to turn golden brown and are no longer wet on top.
  • Serve immediately.
  • If storing puffs, store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 1 week.

Notes

Net Carbs = 0
Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

Nutrition

Serving: 2gCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 310mgPotassium: 94mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 141IUCalcium: 123mgIron: 1mg
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Chai Spiced Nuts - Keto Paleo Recipe

December 3, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 4 Comments

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Chai Spiced Candied Nuts are a deliciously roasted sugar-free nut mixture that is flavored with just the right amount of chai spices. It is an easy recipe for keto and paleo lifestyles that is the perfect cocktail party snack that brings a perfect balance of sweet and spicy together.


These toasted spiced nuts are a great gift idea with 16 servings and only 2 net carbs per serving. This low carb recipe is a delicious snack for cocktail parties or to give them away as holiday gifts to my keto and paleo friends.

Keto Chai Spiced Candied Nuts in a holiday serving dish.
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❤️ Why I Love This These Keto Spiced Nuts

✔️ These spicy candied nuts are perfect treat to take to your next party or give as hostess gifts or as gifts to friends who live the keto or paleo lifestyle.


✔️ These keto spiced nuts are lightly sweetened with an erythritol and chai spice mix, and have a roasted nutty flavor and crunch that pairs well with your favorite charcuterie board.


✔️ Candied nuts make the perfect homemade gifts! Just pack in pint size mason jars and wrap in festive paper and ribbons.

Ingredients for nut recipe.

🥘 Ingredients

Raw pecans, almonds, and walnuts

Pure vanilla extract

Chai spice seasoning

Unsalted butter or Ghee

Granulated sugar-free sweetener

🔪 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper
  2. .Melt butter in medium sized saucepan over low heat.
  3. Add the sweetener, salt, chai spice seasoning, and vanilla extract to the butter and stir to combine.
  4. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the sweetener has dissolved. Stir in the nuts into the spice mixture and toss to coat well.
  5. Spread the nut mixture on lined baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-5 minutes, stirring often, until the nuts are lightly toasted.
  6. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and cool, stirring often to prevent the nuts from sticking together.
  7. Once cooled, transfer to an airtight container.
Overhead view of cheese and nut platter.

🙋 Recipe FAQ's

Should I refrigerate or freeze candied nuts?

It is best to store candied nuts in an airtight container at room temperature. Refrigerating or freezing can cause moisture which can turn the crunchy nuts soggy.

What is the best nut to make candied nuts with?

Any raw nut is best as they will roast when they are in the oven with the sugared coating.

💭 Tips

  • Start with raw nuts as they will roast when they are baked in the oven with the spice and sweetener.
  • Use a granulated sugar substitute like classic monkfruit or erythritol.
  • Stir the nut mixture often when roasting to prevent burning as well as while cooling to prevent the nuts from sticking together.
Stirring together the nuts and syrup in a mixing bowl.

📖 Variations

  • Use a combination of cashews, macadamia nuts, sunflower seeds, and any other of your favorite nuts and seeds that fit the keto or paleo diet.
  • If paleo, substitute maple syrup or coconut sugar for the sugar-free sweetener.
  • Add ½ teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper to add a little bit of heat to contrast the sweet.

🍽 Equipment

Large mixing bowl

Large rimmed baking sheet

Parchment Paper

Rubber spatula

Serving Suggestions

Serve this Chai Spiced Nuts recipe with an assortment of cheese, crackers, and fresh fruit.

Keto Chai Spiced Candied Nuts on a baking sheet.

Storage

Store this Chai Spiced Nut mix in an airtight container in a dark place up to 1 month.

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Keto Chai Spiced Candied Nuts

Shelby Law Ruttan
These keto spiced nuts are lightly roasted with a sugar free sweet and chai spice mixture. They are perfect for snacking and great for holiday gatherings and as hostess gifts.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 237 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large rimmed baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • rubber spatula

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups raw pecans
  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 1 cup raw walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon chai spice seasoning
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup granulated erythritol sweetener

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Melt butter in medium sized saucepan over low heat.
  • Add the sweetener, salt, chai spice seasoning, and vanilla extract to the butter and stir to combine.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the sweetener has dissolved. Stir in the nuts into the spice mixture and toss to coat well.
  • Spread the nut mixture on lined baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-5 minutes, stirring often, until the nuts are lightly toasted.
  • Remove the baking sheet from the oven and cool, stirring often to prevent the nuts from sticking together. Once cooled, transfer to an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cupCalories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 146mgPotassium: 149mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 186IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Candied Spiced Nuts, Chai Spiced Nuts, Keto Spiced Nuts, Spiced Nuts Recipe Paleo
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Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

November 30, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 9 Comments

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

This post for Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee was written as part of the CK Mondavi Ambassador program. All opinions are my own. #CKMondaviHolidayBaking #CKMondaviAmbassador #CKMondaviWines

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee is rich, creamy, low in carbohydrates, and sugar-free! This classic French dessert recipe is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday and make your loved ones feel special!

Keto Blueberry Creme BrûléeWould you believe I have never had Creme Brulee before I made this recipe?! All of my 55 years and not once did I ever take the opportunity to eat it!Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

Blueberry Creme Brulee makes a special holiday dessert!

I love to make our holiday meals special whether there will be just the two of us or a crowd at our table. Creme Brulee looks so elegant that people may think it is hard to make. That is not the case. This dessert is actually a very easy dessert to make and you can also make it 1-2 days ahead of time!

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee is easily adaptable to diet lifestyles!

I have been trying very hard to get back to full-time Keto living. As someone who feeds different diets in the home it is not always easy to make something "new" to me that is also Keto and successfully do so. With this dessert however you can do several different things to adapt it to fit your particular diet!

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

If you want a lower fat Creme Brulee, switch from heavy cream to light cream or half and half. This will lighten the custard up and lower the fat content. It shouldn't affect the end result other than it will not taste as rich. Something non-keto bloggers would probably prefer.

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

What sugar-free sweetener do I recommend for this Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee recipe?

My preferred sugar-free sweetener is Swerve Granular or Lankato Monkfruit {affiliate links). These are two that I have used and had success with.

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

Separating the egg yolks for your Creme Brulee

Whenever I have to separate eggs for a custard or a pudding, I always use an egg separator (affiliate link). Not only is it cool to use, but it does such a great job and is fun to use! My yolk doesn't break and it comes out clean! No more messy hands and broken yolks by doing it the old-fashioned crack and sift method!

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

Tips for Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee success

  • Blend your eggs and sugar together until they become creamy and pale yellow. It is normal for that mixture to thicken a little, so don't be concerned when you see this happen.
  • When whisking the portion of hot cream into your egg mixture, do it slowly so you don't cook the egg mixture too quickly, causing it to curdle.
  • Be sure to slowly pour the custard over top of the blueberry layer. Some of the blueberry layer will still pop to the top of your custard, but it will settle back down to the bottom.
  • Store your custards in the refrigerator 1-2 days before serving to allow it to firm up and be more custard-like.
  • Always torch your sugar prior to serving. Don't do this ahead of time as it sits in the refrigerator it could liquify.
  • Let your custard sit for a couple of minutes after torching the sweetener to allow it to harden.

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

How much sugar-free sweetener should you use to make the candy coating on top of your custard?

I used approximately 1 teaspoon of Swerve. You can use a little more or less if you prefer. The more you use, the thicker your hard sugar shell will be. I also suggest you sprinkle the sweetener over top of your custard lightly to distribute it evenly.

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

Do you have to have a torch to cook the top of your Creme Brulee?

While it is not necessary, I highly recommend using a Blow Torch (affiliate link). The one I own is very affordable and so easy to use. If you don't have one, however, you can always put your custard under the broiler. My preference is due to the fact, you are getting fast direct flame onto the sugar allowing it to cook and caramelize faster.

Blueberry Creme Brulee

I apply the flame very close to the sweetener, allowing it to actually set fire just a little bit to really caramelize. Putting the ramekins under the broiler is causing hot heat to encase the entire dish and takes a little longer, not to mention you risk the chance of burning should you turn your back for even a second!

As always, be extremely cautious when using anything with a flame that could ignite

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

What CK Mondavi and Family wine pairs best with Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee?

Day one, I sampled the CK Mondavi and Family Red Blend with the Blueberry Creme Brulee. I feel the blueberry in the dessert complimented the red wine quite well and the dryness of the wine really complimented the sweetness and richness of the dessert.

The next day I sampled the CK Mondavi and Family Chardonnay with my dessert. This also paired really well with the Blueberry Creme Brulee and was probably my favorite of the two pairings. The lemon and citrus came through and went excellent with the blueberry layer, while the smoothness of it complimented the creamy custard to perfection!

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

No matter which wine you choose to pair with this dessert, you will have a perfectly delicious pairing. I suggest you offer both to your guest so you please both red and white wine lovers!

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

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If you love this recipe you may also enjoy these keto friendly Blueberry Cheesecake Bars!

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Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

Keto Blueberry Creme Brulee

Shelby Law Ruttan
Blueberry Crème Brûlée is rich, creamy, low in carbohydrates, and sugar-free! This classic French dessert recipe is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday and make your loved ones feel special!
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 503 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Brûlée

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 5 egg yolks
  • ⅓ cup Swerve Granular Sugar Replacement

For the Blueberry Filling

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • ⅓ cup Swerve Granular Sugar Replacement
  • ⅓ cup water

For the sugar topping

  • 2 teaspoon Swerve Granular Sugar Replacement

Instructions
 

  • Make the Blueberry Sauce
  • Place blueberries, water, and Swerve in saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, then lower temperature to a simmer. Let cook until blueberries thicken.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Make the Custard
  • Place heavy cream and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Slowly heat the cream until is just begins to bubble around the outer edges.
  • Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
  • While the cream is heating up, separate the egg yolks from the egg and place in a mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer, blend the Swerve into the egg yolk until thick and creamy and the color turns a pale yellow.
  • Slowly pour about ⅓ of the hot cream mixture into the egg mixture, mixing with your hand mixer the entire time.
  • Whisk the egg/cream mixture into the remaining cream mixture until blended.
  • Assemble the Custard
  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of blueberry sauce into the bottom of each ramekin.
  • Gently pour the custard over top of the blueberry sauce, using about ¾ cup of custard mixture.
  • Baking your Custard
  • Place custards in a 9x12 baking dish.
  • Pour hot water in baking dish until it comes about halfway up your custard dish.
  • Carefully place in oven and bake 30-40 minutes, until custard is just set. It will still be wobbly in the center of the custard.
  • Remove from oven and cool completely.
  • Store in refrigerator up to 2 days.
  • Applying the final touch to your Creme Brulee
  • Sprinkle 1-2 teaspoons sweetener over top of the custard.
  • Using a blow torch, burn your sweetener until it turns brown and crystalizes.
  • Let set 2-3 minutes before serving, allowing the sweetener to harden.

Notes

Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.
Net Carbs: 8

Nutrition

Serving: 1ramekinCalories: 503kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 6gFat: 50gFiber: 1gSugar: 7g
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Cranberry Orange Cookies (Buttery Holiday Shortbread)

November 23, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 9 Comments

A stack of Cranberry Orange Cookies cut into star shapes with golden edges and bits of dried cranberries baked in.

These Cranberry Orange Cookies are tender, buttery shortbread with bright citrus flavor and sweet tart cranberries. They're simple to make and perfect for holiday baking.

A stack of cranberry orange cookies on a white plate with a sparkling blue napkin in the background

Growing up, orange and cranberry were two flavors that always reminded me of winter gatherings, and this cookie brings that feeling right back. If you enjoy my Cranberry Bliss Bars, you'll love this festive cookie twist.

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Why You'll Love This Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe

Bold flavor: the orange zest and extract bring fresh citrus notes that balance the sweet, buttery cookie base.

Festive look: bits of ruby-red dried cranberries give these cookies a pretty finish suited for holiday shortbread cookies.

Tender texture: this dough bakes into soft, buttery shortbread cookies that stay delicious for days.

Shortbread star cookies studded with dried cranberries on a cooling rack.

Key Ingredients for Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

  • Unsalted butter: creates a soft, melt in your mouth shortbread texture.
  • Powdered sugar: gives the cookies a smooth, delicate sweetness.
  • Orange zest and extract: adds bright citrus flavor throughout.
  • All-purpose flour: the base that keeps the cookies sturdy for rolling and cutting.
  • Chopped dried cranberries: bring tart pops of color and flavor in every bite.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Dried cranberries: use chopped dried cherries for a different flavor profile.
  • Lemon extract: swap for orange extract if you prefer a citrus twist with more tartness.
  • Salted butter: works in place of unsalted - just reduce added salt slightly.
A stack of shortbread cookies on a silver trimmed white plate with a sparkly blue napkin int he background.

Variations on Cranberry Orange Shortbread

  • Slice and bake version: shape dough into a log, chill, and slice instead of using cutters.
  • White chocolate drizzle: add a sweet decorative finish once the cookies cool.
  • Almond-orange twist: add a splash of almond extract for a warm bakery-style flavor.

Tips for Perfect Holiday Shortbread Cookies

  • Chill if needed: if dough gets warm, a short chill helps maintain clean cookie cutter edges.
  • Don't overbake: look for light golden edges to keep the centers tender.
  • Zest finely: finely grated zest blends smoothin into the cranberry orange shortbread dough.
A stack of baked cranberry orange cookies with golden edges.

How to Store

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze up to 3 months.

Serve With...

These Cranberry Orange Cookies pair beautifully with winter treats like Eggnog Biscotti, Hazelnut Shortbread Cookies, or a warm mug of Peppermint Hot Chocolate. Serve them on a festive cookie tray or tuck them into gift boxes for holiday sharing.

Baked shortbread stars studded with cranberry pieces with golden edges resting on a parchment lined baking sheet.

More Easy Cookie Recipes You'll Love

Fro more seasonal baking, try my Poinsettia Cookies, Peppermint Meltaways, Peppermint Bark Cookies, and Candy Cane Cookies.

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A stack of Cranberry Orange Cookies cut into star shapes with golden edges and bits of dried cranberries baked in.

Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies

Shelby Law Ruttan
Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies are buttery bites full of orange flavor and pieces of dried cranberries. This easy to make cookie recipe is perfect for the holidays and great for cookie trays! 
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Christmas Cookies, Cookie Recipes, Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 36 cookies
Calories 88 kcal

Equipment

  • Electric hand mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • Microplane zester
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large baking sheet
  • Cooling Rack

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter , room temperature
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • ¾ cup dried cranberries , coarsely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line cookie sheets with parchment paper
  • In mixing bowl, using hand mixer, combine butter, orange extract, and powdered sugar until creamy.
  • In separate mixing bowl, combine flour, orange zest, and salt.
  • Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, mixing with hand mixer until well combined.
  • Turn dough out onto lightly floured board.
  • Roll with rolling pin until about ¼ inch thick.
  • Using desired cookie cutter, cut cookies and place on parchment lined cookie sheet.
  • Bake in oven for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  • Cool completely on baking racks.
  • Transfer to air tight storage container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 88kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 66mgPotassium: 11mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 158IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.3mgNet Carbohydrates: 10g
Keyword buttery shortbread cookies, citrus cookie recipe, Cranberry Orange Cookies, Cranberry Orange Shortbread, Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies, festive cookie recipe, holiday shortbread cookies, orange cranberry cookies, winter baking cookie
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Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites

November 19, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 2 Comments

Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites.

Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites are made with leftover stuffing, crispy fried sage, cranberry mayo, and topped with a toasty marshmallow! This mini burger brings together the sweet, salty, and savory flavors from your Thanksgiving table in incredible mouthwatering burger bite!

Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites

I love Thanksgiving, don't you? I mean, what's not to love? There is turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, and pumpkin pie. Need I really say more? It's just an absolutely delicious holiday!

Jet Puffed Marshmallows

So, don't let the marshmallow fool you here! First of all, it's only ½ of a marshmallow. Secondly, the slightly sweet combo of the buttery crispy fried sage combined with the mushroom is phenomenal! If you don't have a way to safely toast your marshmallow, I suggest microwaving it for a few seconds (about 5) just to warm it up. You can also just skip the marshmallow all together if you wish.

Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites

The cranberry mayo is not sweet. It has just a hint of cranberry flavor with just enough touch of acid from the lime to make it perfectly delicious. I can see this being a great alternative to your turkey sandwich also!

Mini burger buns

The one thing I always loved the most about the holidays was the leftovers. My mom made these amazing dinner rolls They were always so tall and fluffy and the texture was perfect. Years ago I did find a dinner roll recipe that I love to make and if I had these around when these burgers were made, I would have used that roll for the bun. 

Mini Burger Buns - buttered for toasting

We aren't the biggest bread eaters here since we do a low carb lifestyle (for the most part, we aren't perfect!), I was super excited to find mini hamburger buns at my last Trader Joe's shopping trip! These were perfect and smaller than most slider rolls. 

Ingredients for Cranberry Mayonnaise

What do you need to make this awesome little Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Slider?

  • Cranberry Mayo Spread, made with cranberry sauce (whole berry), Mayonnaise and lime juice.
  • Turkey burgers made with leftover stuffing, butter, and crispy fried sage.
  • Extra pieces of crispy fried sage (for topping the burger).
  • Mini burger buns 
  • Marshmallows!
Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites

How do you get the perfect sized mini burgers for these sliders?

I LOVE my burger slider grill pan (affiliate link)! It makes the absolute perfect sized little burgers for the mini buns! I use this pan often as I am a fan of mini burger bites. 🙂

Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites

I love how the pan has the little gridlines to make "grill" marks on your burger! The grid lines are on the bottom of the pan as well as on the cover that you use to put over the burgers. This is so you can cook them without flipping and still get grill marks!

Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites
Crispy Fried Sage Leaves

This fancy little pan also will cook six sliders at one time. That works out perfectly for the two of us as I will eat two and Grumpy will eat the rest for the main course. 

Sage Browned Butter

Have you ever made crispy fried sage leaves? These gorgeous leaves came from my Mom and Dad's garden this year. Fried in some salted butter, they are so delicious!

 Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites

I also couldn't let that beautiful sage flavored browned butter go to waste. So, I decided to add it to my ground turkey burger mixture! I'm a big advocate of waste not!

The turkey burgers alone were delicious. If you are one that likes crispy, buttery stuffing edges, then you will love these! The stuffing and butter in the mix allowed the burger to crisp up a little. These are a definite must try burger!

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Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites

Serve these Thanksgiving Turkey Sliders with a side of Mom's Crockpot Stuffing!

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Thanksgiving Turkey Sliders

Shelby Law Ruttan
Thanksgiving Turkey Burger Bites bring together the sweet, salty and savory, flavors from your Thanksgiving table, including toasty marshmallow, cranberry sauce and leftover stuffing in incredibly mouthwatering burger bites!
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Prep Time 13 minutes mins
Cook Time 7 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 344 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the burger bites

  • 8 ounces ground turkey
  • ½ cup turkey flavored stuffing
  • 12 fresh sage leaves
  • 1 tablespoon butter

For the Cranberry Mayo

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • 4 slider rolls
  • Butter for toasting buns
  • 4 large marshmallows , toasted

Instructions
 

  • In a small skillet, over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter until just starts to bubble. Add fresh sage leaves. Fry until sage leaves start to change color, turning frequently. Don't let the burner get too hot, turn heat down if necessary. You don't want the butter to burn.
  • Remove the sage leaves and drain on a paper towel. Set aside the browned butter you used to fry sage leaves, this will be added to the ground turkey mixture.
  • Place the ground turkey and leftover turkey stuffing in medium sized mixing bowl. Crumble 6 of the sage leaves into the bowl, then top with the reserved browned butter. Mix together with hands until combined.
  • Spray slider pan with cooking spray. Shape ground turkey mixture into 2 ounce burgers and place in slider pan. Put lid on top of slider pan and place pan over medium high heat and cook until burgers are done (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat. Leave lid on top of burgers until ready to assemble.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, cranberry sauce, and lime juice until well blended.
  • Butter mini burger buns and place under high heat broiler to brown. Watch carefully as they can burn quickly. Remove from oven.

Assemble burger as follows:

  • Spread a little bit of cranberry mayo on bottom of bun.
  • Place mini burger on bottom of bun.
  • Top mini burger with fried sage leaf
  • Toast marshmallow as desired. I toast mine over my gas range. Be cautious when toasting the marshmallow as they can easily catch fire if they come into direct contact with flame or heat.
  • Top mini burger with toasted marshmallow.
  • Spread a little more cranberry mayo on top bun (if desired)
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 344kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 17gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 193mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 191IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2mg
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How to Sous Vide Steak

November 16, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 4 Comments

Sous Vide Rib Steak

This post has been sponsored by the New York Beef Council. All opinions are my own.

Sous Vide is a great way to cook your steaks for perfectly even cooking. By immersing vacuum sealed steak in a temperature controlled hot bath, you can slow cook your steak to the desired degree of doneness. The end result will be the most delicious, melt in your mouth tender steaks you have ever eaten!

Sous Vide Rib Steaks

Recently I had the opportunity to attend a one on one session with Chef Patrick, courtesy of New York Beef Council.  I met Patrick last year at another event held by New York Beef Council and after one of our sessions on social media, the idea was born to get together and teach each other. I want to share with you some of the things Chef Patrick taught me about how to cook Sous Vide!

Chef Patrick

Two ways to do Sous Vide Steak

There are two ways you can cook your steaks when doing Sous Vide. You can sear the steak before you vacuum seal it, or, you can sear it after it comes out of the circulator. There is no better way to do this, it is all about your personal preference. I will reveal to you which one I preferred at the end of this post!

Sous Vide Rib Steaks

Chef Patrick's Tips on Searing your Steak 

  • Overseason your steaks before searing. This is due to the fact that when you sear then remove the steak from the skillet, the residue left in the pan has kept a lot of the seasoning you added to your steak. This is great when doing a pan sauce as there is seasoning in the pan for your sauce.
  • Don't use olive oil, it has a very low smoke point. Recommended oils to sear with are canola, sunflower, or avocado oil.
  • Use a base seasoning "SPG-123" 1 part salt, 2 parts pepper, 3 parts granulated garlic. 
  • Don't get too close to the meat when seasoning. This causes the seasoning to clump up on the meat. Rather, raise your hand high in the air and let the sprinkles fall over the meat to evenly distribute the seasoning.
  • Be sure your pan is hot before you add the oil and use only enough to coat the bottom of the pan. You should hear a sizzle when putting the steak in the pan.
  • The steak is ready to turn over and sear the other side when it no longer clings to the pan when you try to flip it. If it sticks, let it sear longer. 

Anova Sous Vide

What you need to Sous Vide

  • Chef Patrick recommends the Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker for home cooks. This is very affordable and easy to use.
  • Vacuum Sealer Bags.
  • Vacuum Sealer.
  • Sous Vide Container.

 

Vacuum Sealing Sous Vide

Layer the steak with herbs and butter in the vacuum sealer bag.

  • Prepare your flavors, shallots, herbs, and butter.
  • Place a layer of flavoring ingredients in the bag.
  • Steak goes on top of ingredients in the bag.
  • Place another layer of flavoring ingredients on top of the steak.
  • Seal with the vacuum sealer.
  • Place in Sous Vide Container
  • Walk away and let the Sous Vide do its job!

 

Sous Vide Rib Steaks

 

What to do once your steaks have been cooked.

  • If steaks were seared before cooking, you can remove from bag and assemble the plate. We did decide to put an additional sear on the steak that we pre-seared. Can you tell which steak below was pre-seared and post-seared?
  • If steaks were not seared before cooking, you will want to brown them following the instructions in the recipe card.
  • Prepare a pan sauce. Remove the shallots and herbs from the vacuum sealer bag and place with butter in a hot skillet and simmer for a few minutes. Remove any sprigs of herbs from the pan prior to serving.

How to Sous Vide Steak

So, what was my preference, pre-sear or post-sear? I felt that the post seared steak looks more appetizing to me. The pre-seared steak still ended up being seared after it was removed from the sous vide. When I make my own sous vide steak at home, I will definitely be doing a post-sear! 

Sous Vide Rib Steak

I hope you will decide to give Sous Vide a try! The precision cooker is very affordable (think Christmas gift!!) and the steak was so tender and delicious, cooked to absolute perfection!

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How to Sous Vide Steak

Sous Vide Steak

Shelby Law Ruttan
Sous Vide is a great way to cook your steaks for perfectly even cooking. By immersing vacuum sealed steak in a temperature controlled hot bath, you can slow cook your steak to the desired degree of doneness. The end result will be the most delicious, melt in your mouth tender steaks you have ever eaten!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 472 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1-½ to 2 lbs steaks or 1 large ribeye
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 2 fresh rosemary sprigs

For Finishing Steps:

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 3-4 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 3-4 fresh rosemary sprigs
  • 1 small shallot sliced
  • 2 whole garlic cloves smashed
  • Coarse sea salt such as Maldon to finish

Instructions
 

Preparing to Sous Vide:

  • Pre-heat Precision Cooker to desired final temperature.
  • Very Rare to Rare: 120F
  • Medium: 135F
  • Medium-Well: 145F
  • Well Done: 156F
  • Season generously with SPG-123 (See Notes)
  • Slide herbs, shallots, and butter into a vacuum sealer bag.
  • Place steak on top of herbs.
  • Slide more herbs, shallots, and butter on top of steak.
  • Seal the bag with vacuum sealer. If using a zipper-lock bag, seal using water displacement method.
  • Drop the bag in the water bath, making sure not to block the intake or output sections of your precision cooker. If properly sealed, steak should sink.

Finishing Steps (Stovetop):

  • Remove steak from bag and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Pat dry very carefully on both sides.
  • Over very high heat, place a heavy skillet over the hottest burner and preheat until it starts to smoke.
  • Add 1 tablespoon canola oil in hot skillet.
  • Gently lay the steak in the skillet using set of tongs. Add 1 tablespoon butter.
  • After 15 seconds, flip the steak so the second side comes into contact with the pan. Repeat, flipping the steak every 15-30 seconds until it has developed a nice brown sear, about a minute and half total.
  • Using tongs, pick up the steak and rotate it so the edge is in direct contact with the skillet. Continue to cook, rotating steak along the edge until all edges are browned. About another 45 seconds total.

Notes

Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

Nutrition

Serving: 6oz steakCalories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 37g
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Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce

November 14, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 4 Comments

Get ready for football season with this zero-carb homemade Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce coating your favorite proteins! In our case, this would be Glazed Chicken and Pork Belly Wings! These sweet and spicy bites are air-fried or oven-baked to perfection and glazed with this awesome sauce.

Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce is a mouthwatering sugar-free, sticky-sweet glaze to coat your pork belly and wings, drizzle on pork sandwiches, hot dogs, and so much more. This versatile favorite brings a depth of flavor that's sure to make your tastebuds dance.

Dr pepper barbecue sauce in a green prep cup with a shot glass full of toothpicks and glazed wings in the background.
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❤️ Why I Love This Recipe

✔️ This is one of the best homemade sauces to use for party wings!

✔️ This Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce tastes delicious on most proteins. Use it on everything from beef ribs to a veggie burger!

✔️ This homemade Dr Pepper glaze makes a great gift!

Glazed wings in a basket lined with parchment paper with dr pepper behind the basket and a yellow and green dip bowl to the right of the wings.

🥘 Ingredients

Diet Dr Pepper, this adds a specific flavor and sweetness to the barbecue sauce.

Sugar-free brown sugar substitute, this is usually an intense natural sweetener and sugar substitute that has no artificial ingredients, calories, or carbohydrates, one like this.

Garlic powder is derived from dehydrated garlic. I like to use this garlic powder.

Tomato paste is an inexpensive thickener often used to enrich the flavor of dishes.

Coconut aminos are derived from the sap of a coconut plant and is a soy free product that is keto friendly. This is the brand I use.

Hot chili pepper sauce is a hot sauce derived from chili peppers. This is what I use.

Red chili pepper flakes are a spice that comes from dried and crushed red chili peppers and adds extra heat to the sauce.

Butter adds fat and flavor to this barbecue sauce recipe.

A basket full of chicken wings and pork belly bites.

🔪 Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, add the Diet Dr. Pepper, brown sugar substitute, garlic powder, tomato paste, coconut aminos, hot chili pepper sauce, chili pepper flakes, and butter. Stir to combine.
  2. Continue to stir as butter melts and sugar has dissolved.
  3. Cook until sauce begins to boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. The cause will thicken once cooled.

🙋 Recipe FAQ's

Does this Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce recipe fit the keto diet?

This recipe is technically a dirty keto recipe due to the fact that the diet soda is sweetened with an unapproved keto sweetener. If you want to be keto friendly try this brand of diet soda.

Why is my BBQ Sauce not thickening?

The barbecue sauce should be simmered on a low setting until it thickens. As the sauce reduces from the simmering, it should evaporate and thicken naturally. If not, add ½ tablespoon more of tomato paste to aid in thickening the sauce.

A serving of wings and pork belly coated with the dr pepper barbecue sauce on a white plate with a basket of wings blurred in the background.

👪 Serving size

How many servings does this recipe make?

  • This recipe makes 2 delicious cups of Dr Pepper glaze!
  • 2 cups equal 32 tablespoons and 2 tablespoons are a serving. Therefore there are 16 servings of sauce. This will cover a lot of wings 🙂

💭 Tips

  1. Keep glazed wings on the warm setting in a slow cooker to prevent food from getting cold.
  2. Have plenty of Regular and Diet Dr. Pepper on hand for all your football-loving fans!
  3. Substitute your favorite diet root beer or cola for the Dr. Pepper.
A single pork belly wing on a toothpick glazed with the Zero Carb Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce.

Serving Suggestions

This is a great sauce to use to glaze Air Fryer Chicken Wings or pork belly wings.

This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a great side dish to serve with glazed wings.

Use this homemade dr pepper bbq Sauce to coat these Air Fryer Pork Chops.

Storage

Store in a covered container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

More Barbecue Sauce Reipes

Raspberry Chipotle Sauce for Pork Back Ribs

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

Grilled Dry Rub Back Ribs with Sugar Free Barbecue Sauce

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Zero Carb Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce

Shelby Law Ruttan
A sugar free sticky sweet barbecue sauce recipe to glaze crispy chicken wings, pork belly wings and more!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Condiments
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 56 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces Diet Dr Pepper
  • ¾ cup sugar free brown sugar substitute
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon minced onion flakes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos
  • 1½ tablespoon hot chili pepper sauce
  • ½ teaspoon chili pepper flakes
  • 4 tablespoons butter

Instructions
 

  • In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, add the Diet Dr. Pepper, brown sugar substitute, garlic powder, tomato paste, coconut aminos, hot chili pepper sauce, chili pepper flakes, and butter. Stir to combine.
  • Continue to stir as the butter melts and the sweetener has dissolved. Cook until the sauce begins to boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer the barbecue sauce for 20 minutes or until the sauce has reduced and thickened.

Notes

Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.
Net Carbs: 0

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 162mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 277IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg
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Crispy Veal Cutlets with Creamy Dijon Sauce

October 28, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 22 Comments

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This post is sponsored by the New York Beef Council. I received compensation for creating Crispy Veal Cutlets with Creamy Dijon Sauce and sharing it with my followers.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Crispy Veal Cutlets with Creamy Dijon Sauce are panko-crusted, then quickly fried in a hot skillet. To finish, drizzle with a dijon pan sauce and top them off with crispy fried shallots for an easy, delicious weeknight dinner that is on your table in under 30 minutes!

Veal Cutlets with Dijon Cream Sauce and Crispy Shallots garnished with chopped parsley.

This veal cutlet recipe is probably the most impressive recipe I have made recently! It is so easy to make and quick to come together, but when you are finished and put it on your plate, it looks and tastes like a gourmet dinner set in front of your family.

Meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, and flour, salt and pepper measured in bowls.

I found these veal cutlets very easy to work with. Because they are thin, they cook quickly, making it a very easy meal to serve any day of the week.

Breaded veal cutlets on a foil lined sheet.

This recipe is also easy to begin the prep a few hours ahead of time. When I tested the recipe out, I refrigerated the breaded veal cutlets until I was ready to actually cook them. It worked out perfectly because I didn't have to worry about doing the dipping and dish dirtying when we were hungry and wanting to eat as soon as possible!

Crispy Veal Cutlets frying in skillet

Grumpy's reaction to this particular recipe was that it was delicious and he would definitely eat it again. His comments after he had eaten were "I didn't know I would like veal so much. You can definitely make this more often." A good thing because I love feeding my family nutritious and delicious food that is not hard to prepare!

Fried Veal Cutlets on a white plate.

How do you get a crispy veal cutlet?

  • You should start with a very thin veal cutlet. Pound it out with a mallet if needed). This allows the meat to cook quickly and remain tender.
  • Be sure to use Panko breadcrumbs. These are crumbs made from crustless bread that is coarsely ground. They hold up better when frying and stay crispier than regular breadcrumbs.
  • Make sure your skillet is hot and coated well with oil before placing your cutlet in it.
Creamy Dijon Sauce in a bowl.

I consider this recipe true comfort food.

Comfort food is something that makes you feel good. The reason I consider this comfort food is because this recipe has a crispy and creamy combination of layers and textures. It starts with the crispy veal cutlet, topped with a creamy dijon sauce, then finished off with more crispiness with the fried shallots.

Crispy Fried Shallots in a skillet.

Top Tips

  • The most important thing is you do not want to simmer. Simmering will caramelize, not crisp.
  • Start out with a medium-high heat. If the shallots seem to be browning too quickly, turn the heat down, remove the pan from the heat and stir to move that heat around. Then return to a lower temperature until they are browned and crispy.
  • Place them on a paper towel to drain excess fat. This allows the fat to absorb into the towel rather than sit on the shallots and soften them.
Veal Cutlets with Dijon Cream Sauce and Crispy Shallots

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Crispy Veal Cutlets with Creamy Dijon Sauce

Shelby Law Ruttan
Crispy Veal Cutlets with Creamy Dijon Sauce are panko-crusted, then quickly fried in a hot skillet. To finish, drizzle with a pan sauce and top them off with crispy fried shallots for an easy, delicious and nutritious weeknight dinner that is on your table in under 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 474 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces veal cutlets
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup seasoned panko crumbs
  • ½ cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1½ tablespoon butter
  • 2 large shallots , thinly sliced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1½ tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh Parsley , chopped (optional)

Instructions
 

Breading your Veal:

  • Season the veal cutlets the flour with salt and pepper.
  • Set out the flour mixture, eggs, and panko crumbs on separate plates.
  • Dip the veal cutlets as follows: First dip in the flour mixture, then dip in egg, and finally dip in the panko, making sure cutlet is covered well in the crumbs.
  • Place veal cutlet on tray and refrigerate until ready to cook.

Prepare the Shallots:

  • Melt the butter in the skillet until hot and bubbly.
  • Add the thinly sliced shallots to hot butter and stir to coat.
  • Cook over high heat, stirring frequently, until shallots are golden brown and crispy.
  • Drain the fried shallots on a paper towel and set aside until ready to assemble the plate.

Cook the Veal:

  • Place cutlet in a hot skillet coated with olive oil. Veal Cutlets should sizzle as soon as it is placed in the skillet.
  • Cook for 1-2 minutes, until browned and crispy, then flip and cook 2nd side another 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the veal from the heat and repeat with remaining cutlets.
  • Place fried veal cutlets in warm oven (200 degrees) to keep warm.

Prepare the pan sauce:

  • Add the chicken broth, dijon mustard, heavy cream, and lemon juice to the same skillet veal cutlets were fried in.
  • Whisk to combine ingredients and bring to a simmer.
  • Simmer for 3 minutes, until sauce has begun to thicken.

Assemble the dinner plate:

  • Place 2 crispy fried veal cutlets on a dinner plate.
  • Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of pan sauce and top with crispy fried shallots. Garnish with parsley. (If using)

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Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 recipeCalories: 474kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 26gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 211mgSodium: 1326mgPotassium: 571mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 796IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 3mg
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Spanish Cauliflower Rice

October 24, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 9 Comments

An orange bowl filled with Spanish Cauliflower Rice topped with fried basil leaf.

This Spanish Cauliflower Rice is a simple skillet meal made with ground chicken, riced cauliflower, and a chipotle salsa for bold, cozy flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great weeknight dinner w hen you want something warm and comforting without a lot of fuss.

An orange bowl filled with Spanish Cauliflower Rice.

It reminds me of the quick skillet suppers I used to throw together when my boys were young. Easy, hearty, and always welcome at the table. This version leans into smoky chipotle heat and keeps things lighter with cauliflower rice.

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Why You'll Love Spanish Cauliflower Rice

Easy skillet recipe: everything cooks in one pan for quick cleanup.

Low carb and keto friendly: the cauliflower base makes it a naturally light, low carb chicken skillet option.

Bold flavor: chipotle salsa adds depth without extra steps.

Key Ingredients for Spanish Cauliflower Rice

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

A flat lay of ingredients to include a jar of chipotle salsa, ground turkey, and riced cauliflower.
  • Ground chicken: adds lean protein and blends well with chipotle flavors.
  • Riced cauliflower: a great base for ground chicken cauliflower recipe that stays low carb.
  • Chipotle salsa: brings smoky heat and turns this into a flavorful chipotle chicken dinner.
  • Salt and pepper: simple seasoning to keep the dish balanced.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Ground turkey works in place of ground chicken.
  • Mild salsa replaces chipotle salsa if you prefer less heat. Or, try my homemade salsa for canning in this recipe.
  • Fresh riced cauliflower can be used instead of frozen - just saute 2-3 minutes longer.
Cooked ground chicken and riced cauliflower in a skillet.

Variations on this Chipotle Chicken Skillet

  • Add black beans or roasted corn for more classic Spanish-style flair.
  • Stir in spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking.
  • Top with pepper jack or cheddar and broil briefly for a cheesy finish.

Tips for Better Cauliflower Rice Recipes

  • Break up the chicken well as it cooks for even texture and seasoning.
  • Let the cauliflower steam a bit before stirring so it stays fluffy.
  • Simmer uncovered during the last minute or two to concentrate the flavor.
A large skillet on a cooktop with cooked chopped chicken and cauliflower rice topped with salsa.

How to Store and Reheat

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or broth until warmed through. 

Serve With...

Spanish Cauliflower Rice pairs well with fresh toppings like cilantro, avocado slices, lime or sour cream. For a full meal, serve with a bowl of Beef Enchilada Soup and a side of Air Fryer Frozen Green Beans, or a fresh green salad topped with Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette.

3 Ingredient Spanish Cauliflower Rice with Chicken

More Easy Chicken Recipes You'll Love

If you love this chicken cauliflower skillet recipe, you will want to try this Buffalo Chicken Casserole, Big Mac Casserole, King Ranch Chicken Casserole, or Low Carb Chicken Enchilada Casserole.


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An orange bowl filled with Spanish Cauliflower Rice topped with fried basil leaf.

Spanish Cauliflower Rice

Shelby Law Ruttan
Spanish Cauliflower Rice is a warm, smoky skillet dish with ground chicken and cauliflower rice simmered in chipotle salsa. It's simple to make and full of weeknight comfort.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Keto Main Dish
Cuisine Tex-Mex
Servings 4 servings
Calories 216 kcal

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Silicone spatula
  • Measuring spoons

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Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces ground chicken
  • 12 ounces frozen riced cauliflower
  • 16 ounces chipotle salsa
  • salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and break up into smaller pieces. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add Riced Cauliflower to ground chicken. Cover and let cook for 2 minutes.
  • Remove cover and break up any chunks of riced cauliflower, stir to combine with chicken. Cover and cook for 3 more minutes.
  • Remove cover and add salsa to chicken/cauliflower mixture. Stir to combine. Replace lid on skillet and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 23gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 837mgPotassium: 1139mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 544IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 2mgNet Carbohydrates: 8g
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Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Fudge

October 19, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 37 Comments

This Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Fudge recipe is a wonderful fudge the whole family will enjoy. Peanut butter lovers will love this old fashioned fudge recipe and it is the perfect gift to share with friends and family during the holidays.

The Best Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

This easy peanut butter fudge recipe is a boiled fudge recipe. It has no marshmallow cream or powdered sugar. Sugar and butter is boiled on the stove and once it reaches the softball stage the peanut butter and vanilla is beaten into the fudge. It is really not that hard, so come on and join me and I will teach you how to make the most perfect treat!

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❤️ Family Favorite

My mom always made boiled sugar fudge and for that reason alone, it is my favorite method to enjoy. The end result of this recipe is a creamy peanut butter fudge perfect for gift giving during any time of year.

I have very vivid memories of my mom making fudge in the kitchen on Saturday nights. It was a treat we would often enjoy with popcorn while we watched Petticoat Junction or Green Acres while waiting for Dad to get home from his shift work.

My Aunt Ann has memories of my mother making fudge at home for them also. To say my mom must have been a master fudge maker for a long time is not an exaggeration! I love that my mom knew how to make good old fashioned fudge and taught me how to do it as well!

The Best Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

🙋What Is Fudge

According to Wikipedia, fudge is a candy that originated in the late 19th century and became a popular treat to make at home due to decreasing costs in refined sugars. According to me, it is one of the best homemade candies that is fairly easy to make, although it may take a little practice to get a boiled fudge down pat. But, no worries, I am here to help you do that!

Boiled Fudge consists mainly of sugar, butter, milk, and vanilla and is the type my mom would make and what I consider the old-fashioned way of fudge making. The sugar can vary and when using brown sugar, the end result is more of a caramelike flavor producing what I call Brown Sugar Fudge, or Penuche.

As time passed and technology changed, people started to make fudge with chocolate chips, marshmallows or marshmallow creme. Some fudge recipes start out boiled and finish with beating in confectioners sugar. Most of these recipes implementing ingredients that are considered convenient, are newer candy recipes over the last 40 years.

The Best Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

🥘 Ingredients

Granulated white sugar: there is no substitution here, I recommend sticking to this ingredient, otherwise, the fudge will likely fail.

Half and Half: this is half cream and half milk. I like to use it because it is a little richer and creamier.

Cream of Tartar: this is the ingredient that works magic in the cooking process fo this old fashioned fudge recipe . Cream of tartar aids in setting the fudge and gives it a creamier texture. It breaks the sucrose down to glucose and the glucose into fructose, aiding in preventing the crystallization of the fudge.

Unsalted butter (room temperature): butter aids in preventing sugar crystals

Vanilla Extract will bring all the flavors together and compliment them. Use a good quality butter and do not substitute margarine.

Peanut Butter for a smooth fudge go with creamy peanut butter.

The Best Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

👪 Serving size

This delicious peanut butter fudge recipe makes 36 pieces of fudge.

🍽 Equipment

Heavy bottom saucepan, one that is suitable for candy making like this one.

A wooden spoon, is used to beat the fudge.

Candy Thermometer: be sure to use a good candy thermometer, I use this classic candy thermometer and have used the same one for years. However, there are a couple of other options out there that I would consider that are highly rated. This stainless steel one clips to the sides of the pot, or this infrared thermometer is worth a shot for the price.

8 x 8 inch square baking dish

Aluminum foil to line the baking dish

Candy in saucepan with candy thermometer

🔪 Instructions

  1. In medium pan over medium-high heat, combine sugar, half and half and cream of tartar.
  2. Bring the sugar mixture to a boil and cook until the syrup mixture reaches the soft ball stage (234 on a candy thermometer).
  3. Remove the syrup mixture from the heat and cool for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the butter, peanut butter, and vanilla. Beat until thick but still pourable.
  5. Pour the peanut butter mixture into an 8x8 pan lined with foil or parchment paper.
  6. Let cool until completely set. Cut into 36 pieces.
A pot with boiled sugar syrup with butter, peanut butter, and vanilla in it before blending.

💭 Top Tips

Candy making in itself can be a difficult task. Working with sugar can be touchy and there are a few things to keep in mind when making this fudge recipe.

  • Do not use a metal spoon to stir the fudge. Metal conducts heat and will cause the syrup to heat unevenly.
  • Use a candy thermometer. If you are a novice to fudge making, the cold water test is a very iffy way for you to determine if the syrup is ready.
  • Once the fudge starts to boil, do not stir until it has been removed and cooled slightly.
  • Watch the fudge carefully as you are beating it. Once the fudge starts to lose its gloss (it won't look shiny and wet), it is time to pour it into the square pan lined with foil.
An overhead photo of fudge in the foil lined pan.

📖 Variations

  • Use crunchy peanut butter in place of creamy peanut butter.
  • Make a loaded peanut butter fudge and sprinkle the top of the fudge with peanut butter candies, peanut butter chips, toffee chips, and more. Do this immediately after pouring the fudge into the pan and press the candy lightly to adhere it to the fudge.

More Homemade Fudge Recipes

Cookie Butter Fudge

Brown Sugar Fudge

Pumpkin Spice Fudge

Easy Chocolate Fudge

Salted Chocolate Praline Fudge

Eggnog Fudge

Rocky Road Fudge

Love caramel? Then you will love these Caramel Popcorn Balls!

This recipe for sweet and spicy peanut brittle has a wonderful hint of smoky chipotle.

Peanut butter fans will love this No Bake Peanut Butter Pie.

The Best Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

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Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Fudge

Shelby Law Ruttan
The best, creamiest, and delicious peanut butter fudge recipe. Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Fudge just like Mom and Grandma used to make.
4.43 from 33 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 36 pieces
Calories 107 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ⅔ cup half and half
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions
 

  • In medium pan over medium-high heat, combine sugar, half and half and cream of tartar.
  • Bring the sugar mixture to a boil and cook until the syrup mixture reaches the soft ball stage (234 on a candy thermometer).
  • Remove the syrup mixture from the heat and cool for 5 minutes.Add the butter, peanut butter, and vanilla.
  • Beat until thick but still pourable.
  • Pour the peanut butter mixture into an 8x8 pan lined with foil or parchment paper.
  • Let cool until completely set. Cut into 36 pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 107kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSugar: 12g
Keyword Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Fudge
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Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

October 14, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 7 Comments

This post is sponsored by the New York Beef Council. I received compensation for creating Homemade Veal Egg Rolls Recipe with Video and sharing it with my followers.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls are filled with a ground veal and cabbage mixture. They are fried up until they are all nice and crispy and served with your favorite dipping sauce. These make the perfect make-ahead appetizers. They are easy to make and can be frozen until you are ready to cook them.Veal Egg Rolls

Ground veal is a great choice to use in place of other ground meat recipes, such as these egg rolls. It is nutrient dense and naturally lean. It has a delicate flavor and goes well with many types of seasonings.

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

When I made these egg rolls I used a little bit of butter to add some fat along with a tiny amount of sesame oil to add flavor. When it is cooked, it will no longer be pink. The color you see in the ground veal photo above is from the added coconut aminios. When it is cooked, it will be a light greyish color.

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls are easy to make!

It is as simple as buying the egg roll wrappers, mixing the filling in your skillet, then rolling the filling into the wrapper. Check out my photos and video for a visual!

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

You will start with the egg roll wrapper laid out on a board (or your countertop, whichever you prefer).

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

The edges of the wrapper should be dampened lightly, using your fingertips that have been dipped in water.

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

Next, you will add the filling near the corner that is closest to you. (Please ignore the flour marks on my fingers, those are from dampening the edges of the egg roll wrapper!

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

Once the filling is on the wrapper, you will bring the corner closest to you over the filling and start to roll it tightly.

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

Next, the corners on each side of the roll will come across the top of your first fold.

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

Once they are tucked in, you will continue to roll. If you need to add a little water to the final seam, that is ok. Just make sure your egg roll is "glued" together. This is what you are doing when you put water on the wrapper to dampen the flour coating.

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

At this point, you can either go ahead and fry the egg rolls or you can freeze them to fry later. You could also bake them if you wish, just brush the egg roll with a little oil or spray with some cooking spray and bake at 425 for about 18-20 minutes.

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

You can enjoy a complete meal that is better than take-out! Serve these egg rolls as appetizers along with some other delicious Asian recipes such as Crab Rangoon, Venison Pot Stickers, and Crab Rangoon!

Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

Be sure to Pin and share this delicious appetizer recipe with your friends!

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Homemade Veal Egg Rolls

Shelby Law Ruttan
Homemade Veal Egg Rolls are filled with a ground veal and cabbage mixture. They are fried up until they are all nice and crispy and served with your favorite dipping sauce.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Asian
Servings 12
Calories 184 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground veal
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 large garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 small carrot shredded
  • 2 cups shredded napa cabbage
  • 12 egg roll wrappers

Instructions
 

  • To prepare veal filling
  • In a large skillet, melt butter and sesame oil together.
  • Add ground veal and stir.
  • Add minced garlic and ginger. Stir and cook until veal is no longer pink.
  • Add shredded cabbages and carrots.
  • Cook and stir 3-4 minutes.
  • Remove veal mixture from heat.
  • To make egg rolls
  • Lie eggroll wrapper out on flat surface.
  • With wet fingertips, trace along the outside edge of egg roll wrapper to dampen.
  • Add 2 tablespoons veal mixture in corner of egg roll wrapper closest to you.
  • Fold over corner of egg roll wrapper closest to you and being to roll, making sure it is a tight roll.
  • After one roll, fold over corners on each side of egg roll to seal ends.
  • Complete rolling wrapper and dampen edges with water to seal if needed.
  • Cooking egg rolls
  • Heat oil in skillet until about 375 degrees. You will want the oil to be at least 2 inches high.
  • Place egg rolls in hot oil and cook until browned and crispy. Turn over and cook on 2nd side.
  • Remove from hot oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Alternate Cooking Method
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Spray egg rolls with cooking spray or lightly brush with olive oil.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until browned and crispy.

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Notes

Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.


Nutrition

Serving: 1Egg RollCalories: 184kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 13gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 258mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
Keyword appetizer, easy recipe, ground veal, homemade egg rolls, veal recipe
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Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

October 7, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 7 Comments

Low Carb Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

This post is sponsored by the New York Beef Council. I received compensation for creating Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits and sharing it with my followers.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits are a delicious way to enjoy your ground veal! The veal mixture is made with traditional tomato sauce recipe for a homemade sloppy joe filling with a few changes to make it lower in carbohydrates. The savory biscuit dough is shaped into a muffin pan, filled with the veal mixture, then baked in the oven.

Keto Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

I love a good challenge. Challenges make my brain work harder allowing growth. So, when the NY Beef Council asked me if I would be interested in working with veal, of course, I said yes! Not only is it a challenge to think of a recipe and how I will implement it, but it is a challenge to have it work out on the first run of the recipe!

Keto Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

How I came up with this veal recipe.

Once I knew I would be making recipes with veal, I began thinking about what I wanted to make. One way I like to come up with recipes is to take ideas for other foods I have eaten and enjoyed and make them fit a new ingredient. For this recipe, I took the concept of a sloppy joe sandwich. Since I don't eat bread anymore (or instead I eat it rarely) and I am trying to get back on track with my diet, I thought it would be cool to stuff a biscuit with the sloppy joe filling.

ground veal

How I implemented my Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuit recipe.

I love Keto Biscuits. However, when it came down to making my recipe, I realized that the regular keto biscuit recipe wouldn't work for what I wanted to do.

My original thought was to have the filling wholly encased with the biscuit. Keto biscuit batter is not capable of doing this. I could have gone with a fathead version of dough, but I wanted a biscuit-like texture, not a bread like one. So, I compromised. I made biscuits, but I formed them into the shape of a cup so I could fill them with the veal mixture.

Keto Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

How I came up for the name of Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits.

Believe it or not, naming your recipe when following a diet can be tricky. While I feel this recipe fits the Keto diet for me, it may not be considered keto by others because the flour mix I used has tapioca flour in it. Tapioca flour is not a keto approved flour. So, that threw Keto out the window when it came to naming my recipe.

Low Carb Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

For those who are carb conscious,  there are 18 regular carbs in the recipe. This nutrient-packed powerhouse of a recipe also has 25 grams of protein and 12 grams of fiber. A delicious dish that is also nutritious!

Low Carb Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

Do you fill the biscuit before or after baking?

Often when making a keto pizza crust, you need to prebake it, then put your toppings on. I tested this recipe both ways. I baked the biscuits in the muffin tin first and I also tried baking some with the filling inside the biscuit at the same time. The results were you do not have to bake the biscuit alone first. You can fill all your muffin cups and then bake!

Low Carb Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

Things to keep in mind when cooking with ground veal:

  1. Due to Veal's milk-based diet, it is pink rather than red. It does not "brown" when sauteeing in a skillet.
  2. Veal is naturally lean and is a good source of protein. I made this to fit my keto diet by adding butter to the skillet when sauteeing the ground veal.
  3. The flavor profile of veal is very mild.  Keep this in mind when adding spices and don't be too heavy handed on the seasonings.
  4. Don't be afraid to try it, it is delicious and nutritious!

Pin Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits and share with your friends!

Low Carbohydrate Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuit

Tips for making Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

  1. Have all your ingredients in place before starting your recipe. This makes for quick and easy transition to each step. 
  2. Immediately place dirty dishes in sink, this elminates a mess all around you when making the recipe!
  3. When forming the biscuits into cups, if the dough begins to stick to your fingers, lightly dampen them with a little water. This will eliminate sticking!
  4. Once baked, let the cups cool about 5-10 minutes before attempting to remove from the muffin tin. 
  5. Use a butter knife to assist in removing the biscuit cups from the muffin tin!

Be sure to check out the Veal Made Easy website for more great veal recipes but don't go before you print the recipe out below!

📖 Recipe

Low Carb Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits

Shelby Law Ruttan
Sloppy Joe Stuffed Biscuits are a delicious way to enjoy your ground veal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12 biscuit cups (6 servings)
Calories 462 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the filling:

  • 1 lb ground Veal
  • ¼ cup onion diced
  • ¼ cup bell pepper chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoon sugar free brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoon Reduced Sugar Ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • ½ teaspoon Salt

For the Biscuits:

  • 3 cups Paleo Baking Flour Blend
  • ¼ teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 4 tablespoon Water
  • 4 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions
 

  • To make the filling
  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium high heat until bubbly. Add the onion and bell pepper and saute for 3-4 minutes, until vegetables are softened.
  • Add the ground veal and cook over medium heat until no longer pink.
  • Add tomato sauce through salt and stir to combine. Simmer on low for about 5 minutes.
  • To make the Biscuit
  • In a mixing bowl, place flour mix and baking powder and stir to combine.
  • Whisk eggs with 2 tablespoons of water and add to flour mix along with melted butter.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Using about ¼ cup of biscuit dough, press in muffin tin and up along the sides to form a cup.
  • Fill cup with sloppy joe mixture and sprinkle with a little cheddar cheese if desired.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes, or until biscuits look browned and cheese has melted.

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Notes

Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.
Net Carbs = 25g
*Video Note: Recipe was reduced in half to create video.

Nutrition

Serving: 2biscuit cupsCalories: 462kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 32gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 496mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6g
Keyword ground veal, Low Carb Biscuits, Low Carb Recipe
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Halloween Cookie Pizza

October 1, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 17 Comments

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

This post and Halloween Cookie Pizza recipe were created for #HalloweenTreatsWeek! I received samples from some of the sponsor companies, as always opinions are mine alone.

This Halloween Cookie Pizza is made with a pumpkin spiced sugar cookie and vanilla flavored icing. The cookie is firm, yet not hard and the icing is creamy and fluffy. Perfect for nestling all those Halloween candies on top of.

Our sponsors are offering a fabulous giveaway at the very end of this post! Be sure to scroll all the way down to the end of the post to enter! 

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

Halloween is such a fun and spooky time of year and I am excited to be a part of HalloweenTreatsWeek hosted by Angie of Big Bear's Wife and The Southern Halloween Queen! Get ready for a week of ghastly treats coming your way!

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

I remember as a child, my mom driving us around to go trick or treating. We grew up in the country, so to go knocking on doors and saying "trick or treat!" was in the hands of my mom.

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

When you live in the Northern  NY area, you are likely to either be one of the two things when trick or treating: Gastly Hot, or Frighteningly Freezing! I have trick or treated when it was super hot out and have traipsed in the knee-deep snow just to collect my goodies! My favorite treat was from a neighbor who made homemade popcorn balls that were the best. A treat worth traipsing through the snow for!

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

What kind of Halloween mom are you? Do you like to make or eat the Halloween Cookie Pizza? Maybe you like to do both?

I will however admit, I was not the creative Halloween mom. Sure, I took my kids out trick or treating and for me it was easy because we lived in a village and/or their Dad would take them so I could stay home for the few kids who dared to walk up our dead-end road and say trick or treat at our door!

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

While I wasn't the exemplary mom who made their kids Halloween costumes, I was the mom who loved to make homemade goodies for them. Baking always was my thing. Cookies, brownies, cakes, cupcakes. You name it, I loved to make it and I loved to make it from scratch! By the time my kids were of trick or treating age, however, homemade treats were not acceptable to give to kids coming to your door.  So, I kind of fell off the treat making wagon a long time ago.

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

Then when Kristina (my former daughter in law) came into my life, Halloween came alive again! That girl loved herself some Halloween!! I even hosted an Adult Halloween Party with her back at the beginning of my blog days.  I love how she brought that passion back in me and I hope she still loves Halloween as much today as she did then. I'm thinking it's likely!

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

Make your Halloween Cookie Pizza a success with these tips!

  1. Your cookie needs to be firm enough that it will not break and crumble easily. This cookie is perfect. It's soft yet not as hard as a rock!
  2. Make a creamy frosting, rather than a frosting that will flatten out or firm up. You want that pillowy bed of frosting to nestle your decorations into.
  3. When cutting your cookie pizza use a large, very sharp knife and press down into the cookie. Don't try using a pizza cutter. Just because this is a "pizza" it's not cookie cutter friendly.
  4. Top them with a lot of Halloween candy decorations. I guarantee that will make your cookie the star of the party!

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

There are loads of creative, gory, and fun toppings available for your pizza. Be sure to check out the giveaway and our sponsors at the end of this post!

Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

Check out the amazing #HalloweenTreatsWeek recipes from our bloggers today!

  • Melting Ghost Hot Chocolate from Big Bear's Wife
  • Day of the Dead Mexican Chocolate Cupcakes from Pook's Pantry
  • Devilish Halloween Deviled Eggs from Pastry Chef Online
  • Candy Corn Layer Cake from ReciPEAs
  • Cauldron Cupcakes from Mrs. Happy Homemaker
  • Black Magic Skull Cakes from Sugar Dish Me
  • Frankenstein's Monster Pudding Cups from I am a Honey Bee
  • Halloween Sprinkle Cookie Cake from Love and Confections
  • Chocolate Dipped Brownie Pops for Halloween from Southern From Scratch
  • Creepy Crawly Dirt Cup Pudding Parfaits from 4 Sons R Us
  • "Guts" Cinnamon Rolls from A Blender Mom
  • Creepy Eyeball Donuts from Daily Dish Recipes
  • Mummy Bites from Eat Move Make
  • Monkey Brain Bread from Pint Sized Baker
  • Halloween Cookie Pizza from Grumpy's Honeybunch
  • Boo Berry Pie from Kudos Kitchen
  • Monster Donuts from The Baking Fairy
  • Boogeyman Brew from Who Needs A Cape?
  • Purple People Eater Thumbprints from The Spiffy Cookie
  • Hocus Pocus Halloween Decorated Pretzels from Lady Behind The Curtain
  • Black and Orange Cookies from Karen's Kitchen Stories
  • Skeleton Popsicles from A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
  • Monster Mash Cake from Mildly Meandering
  • Graveyard Skillet Brownies from Strawberry Blondie Kitchen
  • Blood-Red Pomegranate Margarita from The Redhead Baker
  • Halloween Snoballs from The Beard and The Baker
  • Halloween Chocolate Cherry Hand Pies from House of Nash Eats
  • Halloween Dunkaroo Dip from Savory Experiments
  • Bloody Eyeball Cherry Cheesecake Cupcakes from Katie's Cucina
  • Eye Scream Sundae from For the Love of Food

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Halloween Cookie Pizza

Shelby Law Ruttan
A pumpkin spiced cookie pizza frosted with a fluffy frosting and filled with halloween candies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Additional Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 24 servings
Calories 160 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Cookie

  • ½ cup butter softened
  • ¾ cup Dixie Crystals Brown Sugar
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1-½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Icing:

  • ⅓ cup butter softened
  • 3 cups Dixie Crystals Confectioners Sugar
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Adam's Almond Extract
  • Black food coloring
  • Assorted Halloween candy decorations

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. Add pumpkin puree and molasses and mix until creamy.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, combine flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add flour to butter mixture and mix until completely combined. The dough will be stiff.
  • Flatten dough out into a round circle and wrap in plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Remove cookie dough from plastic wrap and place between two pieces of parchment paper.
  • Roll dough out until it is approximately 12" in diameter.
  • Remove top layer of parchment paper and place cookie pizza with bottom layer of parchment paper on top of a large cookie sheet or pizza pan.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cookie is slightly puffy and browned.
  • Remove from oven and cool completely.
  • To make frosting, cream together butter with 1 cup of powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Add another cup of powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Mix until well combined. Add last cup of powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Mix well. If frosting is stiff, add extra tablespoon of heavy cream.
  • Frost and decorate cookie as desired.
  • Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to one week (if it lasts that long!)

Notes

Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/24th of recipeCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 151mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
Keyword cookie, Cookie Pizza, Halloween Recipe, Pumpkin Spiced
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Pumpkin Spice Halloween Cookie Pizza

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"When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers 'tis near Halloween."

For our very first #HalloweenTreatsWeek event we have 30 talented bloggers that are sharing their favorite Halloween recipes throughout the week! There are going to be over 100 Halloween themed recipes shared during this year's #HalloweenTreatsWeek and we can't wait for you to see them all!

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Pumpkin Spice Popovers #PumpkinWeek

September 17, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 16 Comments

Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Frosting Drizzle

This post for Pumpkin Spice Popovers is sponsored in conjunction with PumpkinWeek. Product samples were received from sponsor companies and used in the recipes created to share with my readers. All opinions are mine alone.

 

Pumpkin Spice Popovers are the perfect way to start off Pumpkin Week! Full of pumpkin flavor, these not too sweet popovers, are topped with a pure maple syrup and butter glaze. This is a delicious combination that will have your savory and sweet taste buds popping!

 

To make this recipe you will need: Butter, Eggs, Pumpkin Puree, Brown Sugar, Flour, Pumpkin Pie Spice, Maple Syrup, and Confectioner's sugar.

Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Butter Glaze

 

The one thing about being the cook/baker in your home is you have to be versatile and satisfy everyone. If your heart is in your kitchen, that is how you will feel and it is exactly how I feel.

 

Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Butter Glaze

I don't make recipes to please just me, I make them to please those I love, my friends and family. I also will make them to thank others or to welcome people into my neighborhood. It gives me that warm, feel good feeling.

 

Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Butter Glaze

 

Where am I going with this? Well, fall is that time of year when you think of making warm, comforting food. Food that makes you feel good. Pumpkin is one of those foods for me. I love making recipes with pumpkin. Sweet or savory, it's one of my favorite fall foods.

 

 

Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Butter Glaze

This particular recipe is a combination of the sweet and savory. The popovers themselves are mostly savory. Just a tablespoon of brown sugar in them. They are topped with a homemade maple butter glaze that this north country New York girl absolutely loves!

 

 

Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Butter Glaze

How do I make the best Pumpkin Spice Popover?

  • A popover pan is recommended, but you can use a muffin pan instead.
  • Use good quality ingredients.
  • Be generous with the butter you use to grease your pans. This will prevent sticking.
  • Start baking at a hot temperature for the first 20 minutes, then reduce the heat to a lower temp to continue baking.
  • Don't open the oven door until it is time to remove them from the oven!

 

Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Butter Glaze

 

When is the best time to consume your Pumpkin Spice Popovers?

Absolutely, without a doubt, the best time to enjoy your popovers is as soon as they come out of the oven. You can top them with some of the maple butter glaze, or just use regular or whipped butter.

Don't limit yourself as to what time of day or course you serve these for! You can enjoy these popovers any time of the day! Breakfast, brunch, snack, dessert.

 

Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Butter Glaze

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Are you looking for more pumpkin recipes? Check out these links to others involved with this year's PumpkinWeek celebrations then scroll to the end for today's recipe!

Here are today's #PumpkinWeek recipes:

Beverages:

Caramel Pumpkin Spice Latte from Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
Cold Brew Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte from The Nifty Foodie
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Apple Cider from The Crumby Kitchen
The Great Pumpkin Cocktail from Culinary Adventures with Camilla

Savory:

Chicken Enchiladas with Pumpkin Sauce from House of Nash Eats
Creamy Pumpkin Risotto from Rants From My Crazy Kitchen
Harvest Pumpkin Soup from Everyday Eileen
Pumpkin & Sausage Pizza from Hardly A Goddess
Pumpkin Carbonara from The Redhead Baker
Pumpkin Chili from The Chef Next Door
Savory Pumpkin Gnocchi from Platter Talk
Pumpkin Quiche from Jonesin' For Taste
Stuffed Pumpkin from A Day in the Life on the Farm
Taiwanese Pumpkin Rice Noodles from Caroline's Cooking

Baked Goods & Desserts:

Chai Frosted Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies from Who Needs A Cape?
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Skillet Cookie from The Bitter Side of Sweet
Pumpkin Pecan Pie Dump Cake from For the Love of Food
Chocolate Swirled Pumpkin Cheesecake from Karen's Kitchen Stories
Classic Pumpkin Roll from Cookaholic Wife
Glazed Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Scones from Family Around the Table
Homemade Pumpkin Pancakes from Tip Garden
Make-Ahead Pumpkin-Chai Egg Bites from Wholistic Woman
No Bake Pumpkin Cookies from Seduction In The Kitchen
Pumpkin Cake Pops from The Beard and The Baker
Pumpkin Cheesecake Ebelskiver from A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls from Amy's Cooking Adventures
Pumpkin Cookie Bars from Eat Move Make
Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie from 4 Sons 'R' Us
Pumpkin Noodle Kugel from The Spiffy Cookie
Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies from Sweet Beginnings
Pumpkin Peanut Butter Cups from It Bakes Me Happy
Pumpkin Pie Pull Apart Muffins from Daily Dish Recipes
Pumpkin Snickerdoodles from The Mandatory Mooch
Pumpkin Spice Latte Whoopie Pies from Strawberry Blondie Kitchen
Pumpkin Spice Pancakes from April Golightly
Pumpkin Spice Popovers from Grumpy's Honeybunch
Pumpkin Stuffed French Toast from Cindy's Recipes and Writings
Semi-Homemade Pumpkin Angel Food Cake from Love and Confections
Simple Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes from Cooking with Carlee

 

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Pumpkin Spice Popovers with Maple Frosting Drizzle

Pumpkin Spice Popovers

Shelby Law Ruttan
Pumpkin Spice Popovers are a not too sweet treat, topped with a pure maple syrup and butter glaze. A delicious savory/sweet combo for your tastebuds!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Popovers
Calories 100 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Popovers:

  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons Cabot Salted Butter plus extra butter for the pan
  • 2 large Eggland's Best Eggs at room temperature
  • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tablespoon Dixie Crystals Brown Sugar
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

For the Glaze:

  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon salted whipped butter
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Grease popover pan or muffin tin thoroughly with butter.
  • Heat milk and butter to lukewarm. When the butter just begins to melt is when it is warm enough.
  • Whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, and brown sugar until thoroughly combined. Stir flour and pumpkin pie spice. Batter will be runny.
  • Pour batter into popover pan or muffin tin filling ⅔ to ¾ full.
  • Place popovers in oven and bake for 20 minutes. Do not open the oven door during baking.
  • After 20 minutes, reduce heat to 350 (without opening oven door) and continue to bake another 10 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.
  • While popovers are baking, make your maple butter glaze. Combine maple syrup to melted warm butter and stir well to combine. Add confectioners sugar and mix until combined.
  • Remove popovers from oven and poke the top of each with the tip of a knife or fork tines to release steam.
  • Serve immediately with maple butter glaze or regular butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popoverCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 40mgSugar: 5g
Keyword Popovers, Pumpkin, pumpkin breakfast recipe, pumpkin spice popovers
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Low-Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie

September 14, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 14 Comments

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Low-Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie is a keto take on the Shepherd's Pie. This recipe offers up flavorful bites of the best angus beef with mushrooms in a nice thick gravy. It is topped with a cheesy mashed cauliflower making this the perfect comfort food!

Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie

To make this recipe you will need: steak, mushrooms, onion, butter, red wine, beef broth, Xanthan gum (for thickening), cauliflower, butter, and cheddar cheese.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by the Certified Angus Beef ® brand in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own. 

Grumpy loves Shepherd's pie. I have never been a huge fan, mainly because I didn't care for mashed potatoes as a topping to my casserole. However, I do love mashed cauliflower! I pretty much love anything with cauliflower in it. So, it was easy to come up with this low carb casserole to please both of us!

Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie

 

I have no cooktop, so I improvised with the Instant Pot for sauteing the beef and mushroom mixture!

If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, then your likely to know that our kitchen is in renovation. When I first agreed to this post I figured I would have my cooktop installed and working by the time I needed to make it. Well, that didn't happen! Ugh. Anyways, I had to improvise because I had to make this recipe! While you use the oven to finish this recipe, you can do as I did and use the saute setting on the Instant Pot, or if you don't have an Instant Pot, go ahead and use your cooktop.

Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie

Once you have the cauliflower in the microwave you will want to get started on your beef and mushroom mixture. Put the Instant Pot on the Saute setting. It will automatically give you 30 minutes. This will be more than enough time and you will likely have to cancel to turn off the pot when your done.

Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie
Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie
Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie

 

How did you thicken the gravy for your steak and mushroom filling?

I used Xanthan Gum. Xanthan Gum is typically used to thicken sauces and also can be used in making breads. I am not experienced enough with keto bread making so I haven't studied the science of using it in bread yet. However, I can tell you that it works incredibly well as a sauce thickener! If your on the fence about using Xanthan Gum, then go ahead and use arrowroot powder, that is keto friendly where cornstarch is not.

Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie

The broth mixture needs to be hot when adding the Xantham Gum and when adding it, you need to lightly sprinkle it over the mixture, then stir it really well to get it to dissolve. After a few more minutes of simmering you will turn the Instant Pot off and let the beef mixture cool down.

How I made the Cauliflower Mash for the Low-Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie!

For the cauliflower, to cook it, I used my microwave. It worked out perfectly! I used riced cauliflower that I had in my fridge, but you can use a small head of cauliflower, chop it up, steam it and go ahead with processing it the same.

Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie with Mashed Cauliflower
Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie with Mashed Cauliflower

If you have never eaten Mashed Cauliflower in place of potatoes, then you want to definitely give it a try. This was my first time ever doing so and I was completely impressed. It is so delicious, you will hardly believe it is not mashed potatoes! Just look at it! I swear you could fool people if you didn't tell them! This made the perfect topping to make my Steak and Mushroom Pie low-carb!

Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie with Mashed Cauliflower

Once you have both the beef/mushroom mixture and the mashed cauliflower ready, you can assemble your pie. Start with placing the beef mixture in the bottom or your ramekin or casserole pan. Then top with mashed cauliflower and spread it out over the mixture.

Low Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie

The finishing touch is just a little bit more cheese on the topping and bake at 350 for about 25 minutes.

Low-Carb Beef and Mushroom Pie
Low-Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie

Some tips to be sure you get the best casserole results!

  • For this recipe I used a Certified Angus Beef® brand round steak. If you want a steak with more marbling you can use a boneless strip or rib steak.
  • Use the food processor to mix your cauliflower. I promise you, it will turn out far better than if you try to mash it by hand. The food processor will make your mashed cauliflower smooth and creamy. Just like potatoes!
  • Add melted butter grated cheese to your mashed cauliflower to give it that comfort food feel and flavor! Butter is ok on keto and that makes me so very happy!

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Steak and Mushroom Pie

Shelby Law Ruttan
Low-Carb Steak and Mushroom Pie is a keto take on the Shepherd's Pie. This recipe offers up flavorful bites of the best angus beef with mushrooms in a nice thick gravy. It is topped with a cheesy mashed cauliflower making this the perfect comfort food!
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Keto Main Dish, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 541 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the beef mixture:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound Certified Angus Beef Steak cut into cubes (strip or ribeye recommended)
  • 1 pound portobello mushrooms sliced
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • ½ cup dry red wine
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ½ tablespoon Xanthan Gum

For the Mashed Cauliflower

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 6 cups cauliflower florets , 1 small head
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ⅔ cup cheddar cheese divided

Instructions
 

  • You will want to start with getting your cauliflower steamed. Add your cauliflower pieces to your steamer and steam in the microwave for 15 minutes, checking after 10 minutes, until cauliflower is tender. Remove from microwave and set aside.
  • Using the saute setting on the instant pot, add butter. Swirl it around with your stirring spoon to coat the bottom of the pan. When butter begins to bubble, place onions in instant pot. Cook and stir about 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, garlic salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and saute until mushrooms are cooked, about 7 minutes. Remove from Instant Pot and set aside.
  • Add another tablespoon of butter to the Instant Pot. When it has melted, add beef and season with salt and pepper. Stir to begin browning. Add ½ cup dry red wine to beef and stir, bringing to a simmer. Add beef broth, then Xanthan Gum. Bring back to a simmer, stirring the entire time to incorporate the Xanthan Gum. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Using food processor, add cooked cauliflower, butter, salt and pepper and about ⅓ cup of cheddar cheese. Process until smooth.
  • Divide beef mixture in 4 ramekins or place in 8x8 casserole dish. Top with mashed cauliflower and use a spoon to spread it over the beef mixture. Sprinkle with remaining ⅓ cup of cheese.
  • Bake in oven at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes. Mixture will be hot, let sit about 10 minutes before consuming.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 of the recipeCalories: 541kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 34gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 907mgPotassium: 1254mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 643IUVitamin C: 74mgCalcium: 193mgIron: 3mg
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Low Carb Barbecue Beef Pinwheels

September 10, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 3 Comments

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Barbecue Beef Spirals

These vegetarian Low Carb Barbecue Beef Pinwheels are perfect appetizers for all those forthcoming Game nights! A vegetarian version so delicious that everyone will enjoy them!

Why I love This Recipe

✔️ Barbecue Beef Pinwheels are great finger foods to make and serve for game day or when entertaining.

✔️ Two pinwheels are only 3 net carbs!

✔️ They are easy to make ahead of time and reheat in the oven just before serving.

Ingredients

Part-Skim Mozzarella cheese

Full fat cream cheese

Almond flour

Garlic powder 

Egg

Frozen, cooked Veggie Burgers

Sugar Free Barbecue Sauce

Jalapeno

3 cheese blend

Low-Carb Barbecue Beef Pinwheels

I used leftover grilled veggie burgers in my recipe. These burgers are substantial in size so I would only needed a couple of burgers to make these pinwheels!

Low-Carb Barbecue Beef Pinwheels

How To Make Low Carb Dough

Making this low carb dough is so easy. This recipe is all over the internet in many forms. This particular method I found over at Ditch the Carbs and it is the best way to make the dough work the way I need it to when making anything that needs to be rolled or shaped.

low carb pastry dough

I mix everything except the egg together in a microwaveable bowl and microwave for a couple of minutes. Once I stir it and have it all combined well, I add the egg. Adding the egg to a hot mixture might sound crazy, but believe me, it really does work! This dough comes out smooth and so easy to work with!

Best Tip

Use parchment paper to roll out the low-carb dough and as a guide when rolling up to make your pinwheels! This prevents tearing and makes it easier to keep its shape

low carb pastry with barbecue beef filling on top before rolling

Tips

  • Divide the dough in half before rolling out so you don't have oversized pinwheels.
  • Thinner is better! Be sure to roll the dough out thin.
  • Sprinkle the filling over top of the dough then spread the filling out and pack it in with a spoon.
  • Use a very sharp knife to slice your pinwheels and be gentle but firm when cutting.
unbaked pinwheel with one slice cut from the roll

Variations

  • Meat eaters can substitute cooked ground beef for the veggie burgers.
  • Substitute buffalo sauce for the barbecue sauce
  • Sprinkle the top of the veggie beef mixture with chopped cilantro before rolling.
  • Substitute Mom's Vegetarian Meatballs (cooked) for the veggie meat.

Storage

Store any leftover BBQ Beef Spirals in the refrigerator up to 3 days and in the freezer up to 3 months.

These Barbecue Beef Spirals can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven at 350 degrees for 10 minutes, until warmed through. 

Low-Carb Barbecue Beef Pinwheels

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Vegan Steak Recipe with Vital Wheat Gluten

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Low Carb Barbecue "Beef" Spirals

Shelby Law Ruttan
A delicious appetizer with beef-like crumbles in a low carb pastry.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 137 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Dough:

  • 6 ounces part-skim mozzarella shreds
  • 2 ounces full fat cream cheese , cubed
  • 3 ounces super fine almond flour
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg , beaten

For the Filling:

  • 2 MorningStar Farms® Meat Lovers Burgers or Veggie Lovers Burgers
  • 4 tablespoons sugar free barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons diced jalapeno
  • ½ cup 3 cheese blend pre-shredded

Instructions
 

To make the Barbecue "Beef" filling

  • Crumble the veggie burger into small pieces and place in a small mixing bowl. Add barbecue sauce and jalapenos. Stir to combine. Set aside.

To Make the Dough

  • Place part-skim mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, and salt in microwave safe bowl and toss to combine. Place in microwave and cook on high power for 2 minutes. Remove from microwave and stir to combine. Mixture should turn into an elastic ball similar to bread dough.
  • Add beaten egg to dough and stir until completely combined. Once combined you will have a smooth ball of dough that should be easy to handle.

To assemble the beef spirals

  • Divide dough in half. Set one half aside and cover with a damp paper towel. Place other half on parchment paper and flatten with hands. Place another piece of parchment paper on top and roll out into a rectangle shape, about 4" x 8".
  • Sprinkle veggie burger mixture over top of dough, leaving room around the long edges. You want to be sure there is filling all the way to the edge on the short edges so there is filling in your first few slices.
  • Using the parchment paper to help you roll, start rolling on the long side, tucking and squeezing slightly to make sure you can get the roll as tight as possible.
  • Once it is all rolled together, slice into 12 - 14 even slices. Place on cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-14 minutes, until spirals are browned and cheese is bubbly. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

7 net carbs per serving

Nutrition

Serving: 2spiralsCalories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 305mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 214IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Barbecue Beef Spirals, keto appetizer, Vegetarian, vegetarian appetizer
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Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats

September 6, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 17 Comments

Frankenstein Krispie Treats

Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats are super fun, cute, and delicious Halloween Treats! Kids of all ages will love them and they make the perfect addition to your spooky party!

This rice krispie treats recipe is so easy to make using the microwave! They are decorated with halloween colored candies and chocolate, and they will disappear right before your eyes! These are also great to make and send to school with your children for their holiday celebration with their classmates.

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Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats lined up on a black serving tray.

A Fun Halloween Recipe

The first time I made these rice krispie treats was for a Grown-up Halloween Party that I hosted with my former daughter in law. She is a huge fan of Halloween and what more fun can you have with your family than to throw a fun Halloween party!

Ingredient line up of rice krispies, marshmallows, butter, gumdrops, and green, orange, black, and purple jellybeans.

🥘 Ingredients

Marshmallows, they should be soft and squishy and come from a well sealed package.

Butter, I normally use salted butter to make these rice krispie treats. There is no salt in the recipe and I like the salt in the butter to enhance the flavors.

Green food coloring, I like to use this all natural food coloring powder.

Chocolate candy melts, this brand melts the best.

Gumdrops, I buy this variety bag with several different colors.

Jelly beans, this brand has black, and orange jelly beans

Stick pretzels

Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats

🔪 Instructions

Step 1:

  1. Butter an 8 x 8 pan. Set aside.

Step 2

  1. Place the marshmallows and butter in large microwave safe bowl.
  2. Measure out six cups rice krispies and place in bowl, set aside.

Step 3:

  1. Microwave marshmallows and butter for 2 minutes. Remove the marshmallow mixture from the microwave and stir.
  2. Add the food coloring to obtain the hue of green desired.
  3. If the marshmallow mixture needs to be microwaved longer, place back in microwave and heat in 30 second intervals until it can be stirred smooth.

Step 4:

  1. Remove the marshmallow mixture from the microwave and stir in the rice krispies until coated with marshmallows.
  2. Turn the rice krispies mixture out into prepared 8x8 pan and press down to pack into pan with a spoon.

Step 5:

  1. Score the rice krispie treats (12 pieces) and refrigerate until firm.
  2. Remove treats from refrigerator and decorate with chocolate and candies as desired.
green melted marshmallow and butter with

💭 Top Tips

  • When packing the rice krispie treats into the 8x8 pan, coat the back of the spoon with butter to prevent sticking.
  • Cut a black jelly bean in half to make the eyes on Frankenstein. Use some melted chocolate on the cut side to help "glue" the eyes to the treat
  • Give these as gifts to family and friends! Wrap the Frankenstein Rice Krispie treat in cellophane wrap and tie with a green, purple, or black string.
Green treats cut into squares in the dish before decorating.

Variations

  • Substitute colored marshmallows for the gumdrops.
  • Use purple candy melts in place of brown for Frankenstein's hair.
  • Buy these googly eyes in place of the jelly bean eyes.
  • Use chocolate or white chocolate chips to make the eyes.
Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats

More Halloween Treats to Make

  • Halloween Monster Snack Mix
  • Sweet and Salty Caramel Popcorn Balls
  • Halloween Candy Corn Fudge Recipe
  • Halloween Cookie Pizza
  • Candy Corn Cupcakes
  • Spider Cookies

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Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats

Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats

Shelby Law Ruttan
Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats made in the microwave with the traditional rice krispie treat recipe! Halloween is a whole lot of fun with Franken Treats!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 135 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 40 large marshmallows
  • 3 tablespoon salted butter
  • 6 cups crispy rice cereal
  • green food coloring
  • assorted Halloween candy for decorating (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Coat an 8x8 pan with butter. Set aside.
  • Place the marshmallows and butter in large microwave safe bowl.
  • Measure out six cups rice krispies and place in bowl, set aside.
  • Microwave the marshmallows and butter for 2 minutes. Remove from the microwave and stir. Add food coloring to desired color.
  • If the marshmallow mixture needs to be microwaved longer, place it back in microwave and in 30 second intervals until smooth..
  • Remove the marshmallow mixture from the microwave and stir in the rice krispies until coated with marshmallow mixture.
  • Turn the rice krispies mixture out into prepared 8x8 pan and press down to pack into pan with a spoon.
  • Score the rice krispie treats (12 pieces) and refrigerate until firm.
  • Remove treats from refrigerator and decorate with chocolate and candies as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 44mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 87IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg
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Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue

August 9, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 17 Comments

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Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue is my favorite way to grill chicken! In the original recipe the meat is marinated in a seasoned oil and vinegar solution for at least 24 hours. I changed the cooking method just a tiny bit by parboiling my chicken right in the marinade. Once it's parboiled, I finish it off on the grill!

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This Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue recipe takes me back to my youth. The Hermon Fireman's Field Day was a Sunday event that we always wanted to attend. The marinade they use on their barbecue is the absolute best and to smell it on the grill cooking is sublime!

Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue

At the field day barbecue, there always was an abundance of food. From baked beans, to potato, macaroni, or tossed salad. The dessert was not to be forgotten and you could always count on the pies to be homemade by locals!

Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue

I remember when the firemen would come by our home before the Field Day event. They would drop off foil pie tins for the locals to donate pies in. I remember my Mom and Nanny taking those tins and making pies for the Firemen's Field Day! That always made dessert at the field day special.

Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue

Recipe Tip!
Parboiling your chicken in the marinade helps infuse more of that delicious flavor!

Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue
Parboiled and ready for the grill!

Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue

I don't like starting from raw on the grill with chicken. For this reason I add another step to the famous Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue. That step would be parboiling to partially cook before grilling. I want to be confident that when you cut into the chicken I barbecued for you, that your not going to find raw meat!

Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue

When you parboil the chicken in the marinade, it infuses more of that vinegary yumminess into the chicken. This also helps the skin to crisp up real nice on the grill. I tend to think the egg in the solution helps with that crispy skin part too!

Firemen's Field Day Chicken Barbecue

When I make this barbecue for us at home, I serve it with grilled onions and a tossed salad. I also love to put a nice heaping tablespoon of spicy salsa on my tossed salad.

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Firemen's Field Day Barbecue Chicken

Shelby Law Ruttan
Chicken parboiled in the marinade and grilled to perfection!
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Prep Time 1 day d
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 1 day d 20 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 362 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken leg quarters
  • 1 cup oil
  • 2 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
  • 1 large egg

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, poultry seasoning and egg.
  • Place leg quarters in large dutch oven. Pour marinade over chicken. 
  • Refrigerate at least 24 hours.
  • When ready to cook, remove chicken from refrigerator. Keep in the dutch oven and just place on your stove top. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Turn heat down to medium and continue cooking for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Let sit for 10 minutes to cool. Meanwhile, pre-heat your grill for the final cook.
  • When grill is hot, remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.  Place chicken on grate. Cook for about 10 minutes on each side until chicken is no longer pink inside. 

Notes

The oil in the marinade is not all absorbed by the chicken. This is taken into consideration when calculating nutrition.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 188mgSodium: 1879mgPotassium: 408mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 207IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 2mg
Keyword barbecue, BBQ, chicken, Field Day, Firemen's Recipe, marinade, summer recipe
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Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

August 8, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 18 Comments

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs are my new favorite way to boost my fats and if you love Matcha, then you are going to love these too! With 22 grams of fat and only 3 net carbs, these slightly sweet little bites are perfect to add fat to your diet!

You will need Swerve Confectioner's, Cream Cheese, Matcha Tea Powder, Coconut, and Vanilla to make this recipe.

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

 

Sometimes I find myself struggling to fall in line with the high fat end of the Keto diet and to be honest with you, the word fat bomb just did not turn me on at all. It sounded like something I really wasn't interested in eating. That is, until I found out what it was and why I should be eating it!

 

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

What is a Fat Bomb?

Fat Bombs are a snack that helps you add healthy fats to your diet and satisfy your hunger. Think of it as "Keto Candy" that you should eat in moderation. Fat bombs are far better for you because they don't have sugar, are made with healthy for you ingredients and give you that feeling of satisfaction and fullness.

 

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

 

Sometimes it can be really hard to meet the macros for fat on the Keto Diet and a fat bomb will help you up the fat without it being high protein or high carbohydrate. There are savory and sweet fat bomb recipes on the web and there are a ton of different flavor combinations to choose from.

 

 

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

 

Believe it or not, I had never tried Matcha until recently. I don't know why it took me so long to try it, but I'm finally on the Matcha train! As soon as I opened the packet of tea powder, the aroma hit me and it was very pleasant! I was anxious to give a cup a try! As I was drinking my tea I was thinking of how others have made desserts with Matcha and got to thinking, why not a fat bomb?

 

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

 

This recipe is as simple as setting your cream cheese out and bringing it to room temp, then adding the remaining ingredients, scoop into balls and rolling in some unsweetened coconut flakes tinted with a little bit of Matcha Tea Powder! I promise you, your going to love the flavor and satisfaction you get from 1 or 2 of these for a snack!

 

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

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Looking for some more fat bomb recipes to add to your diet? Then be sure to check out these tried and true recipes I have made below!

Peanut Butter and Jam Cups from All Day I Dream about Food

Raspberry White Chocolate Cups - recipe on Perry's Plate but is a review post for Carolyn Ketchum's Every Day Ketogenic Kitchen Cookbook.

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Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

Matcha Cheesecake Fat Bombs

Shelby Law Ruttan
These lightly sweetened matcha flavored truffles make the perfect keto snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Keto Snacks
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 183 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 2½ cups unsweetened coconut flakes , divided
  • 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Matcha Tea Powder divided
  • ⅓ cup powdered erythritol

Instructions
 

  • Place 2 cups of the coconut flakes in a blender and blend on high until coconut is broken down into tiny pieces. 
  • In a large mixing bowl using a hand mixer on medium speed, mix the cream cheese, ground coconut flakes, vanilla extract, ¾ teaspoon matcha tea powder, and powdered erythritol for 1 minute, until creamy.
  • Cover the mixing bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the cream cheese mixture from the refrigerator and shape into 12 equal sized balls.
  • In a small shallow mixing bowl mix the remaining matcha tea powder and remaining coconut together. Roll each fat bomb in the coconut mixture.
  • Store in refrigerator in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 67mgPotassium: 123mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 270IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
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Grilled Dry Rub Back Ribs with Sugar Free Barbecue Sauce

July 12, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 3 Comments

Slow Grilled Dry Rub Back Ribs

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These Grilled Dry Rub Baby Back Ribs, are coated with mustard and then patted down with a spicy dry rub. Cooked to perfection over an indirect heat, then 10 minutes before removing from the grill are coated with a sugar free barbecue sauce. Melt in your mouth delicious and finger licking good, these ribs will make everyone want to come to your next barbecue!

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A few years ago, Grumpy inspired me to start cooking on the grill. I never felt confident about it, but Grumpy told me it wasn't hard. So, I had him give me tips and he helped me figure out the basics. I took off grilling and haven't stopped since. Grumpy very rarely rules the grill anymore!

 

Who is your Hero of the Grill? Do you have someone who has inspired you to grill? If so, then be sure to head over to check out the Hero of the Grill Contest and Sweepstakes at SmithfieldGetGrilling.com. Nominate the person who inspired you and they could win $5000!

 

Slow Grilled Dry Rub Baby Back RibsSlow Grilled Dry Rub Baby Back Ribs

 

I would have to say that the best tip about grilling ribs that Grumpy gave me was "talk to Scott, he makes awesome ribs." Scott is Grumpy's brother, who, when all is said and done, got the cooking gene that Grumpy did not get! Scott is our Hero of the Grill!

 

Slow Grilled Dry Rub Baby Back Ribs

Slow Grilled Dry Rub Baby Back Ribs

 

When I was ready to start my grill plan, I texted Scott and asked him how he cooked his ribs. Having always been intimidated by grilling ribs without pre-cooking them first, I was a bit nervous. I wanted to slow cook them on the grill without pre-cooking them, but I wanted to be sure I was doing it right!

 

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After I talked with Scott, I headed off to Walmart and purchased Smithfield Extra Tender Pork Back Ribs. Back Ribs are our favorite, and quality really matters when wanting to imitate the Championship Pitmasters!

 

 

The tips Scott gave me were really great tips and definitely made delicious ribs. The best tip he gave me had to do with how to cook them on the grill. He told me to cook them over indirect heat at 325 for about 2-½ to 3 hours, until the internal temp is 185 degrees. My ribs took about the 2-½ hours to cook.

 

Slow Grilled Dry Rub Baby Back Ribs

 

As you can see they turned out perfectly cooked and perfectly delicious!

 

Slow Grilled Dry Rub Back Ribs

 

Try the leftovers from these Grilled Dry Rub Back Ribs in a quesadilla, tacos, or nachos!

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Grilled Dry Rub Baby Back Ribs

Shelby Law Ruttan
These Grilled Dry Rub Baby Back Ribs, are coated with mustard and then patted down with a spicy dry rub. Cooked to perfection over an indirect heat, then 10 minutes before removing from the grill are coated with a sugar free barbecue sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 hours hrs
Total Time 3 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 578 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Dry Rub:

  • 2 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle powder
  • ½ tablespoon cumin
  • 3 tablespoon Erythritol

For the Barbecue Sauce

  • 4 oz tomato paste
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoon butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ cup sugar free maple syrup
  • 3.5 lbs Smithfield Extra Tender Pork Back Ribs
  • ½ cup spicy brown mustard

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in dry rub group and set aside.
  • Remove Smithfield Extra Tender Pork Back Ribs from package and pat dry with paper towel.
  • Using a silicone brush, coat ribs with mustard on front and backside.
  • Sprinkle dry rub over mustard coated ribs and lightly pat to pack rub into mustard coating.
  • Pre-heat grill until very hot. I light all 4 burners on my grill to preheat. Once hot, I turn two burners off on one side. Place ribs on grill side where burner was turned off. Watch the temperature of your grill while cooking and make sure it stays around 325. 
  • Cook ribs over grill, turning every 30 minutes. Once turned, spray ribs with a mist of apple cider vinegar. (Tip from Scott - the vinegar helps keep the ribs from drying out). 
  • While ribs are cooking, make your sugar free barbecue sauce. Combine all sauce ingredients. Set aside until ready to use.
  • Once your ribs reach an internal temperature of 185, coat with the homemade sugar free barbecue sauce (if desired). Let cook another 10 minutes for the sauce to cook onto the ribs. 
  • Remove from heat and serve with extra sauce if desired.

Notes

Fat 44g, Net Carbs 7g, Protein 37g
Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

Nutrition

Calories: 578kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 37gFat: 44g
Keyword Back Ribs, barbecue, BBQ, keto recipe, low carb, low carbohydrate, pork, Ribs, sugar free
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9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

June 17, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan Leave a Comment

It is no secret that I love making rhubarb recipes! Because I am always on the look out for recipes to make with my rhubarb, I must share with you 9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes that you must try! Today's recipes are all for sweet rhubarb dishes, but I will share with you at the end of my post a couple savory recipes for rhubarb also!

Sweet Rhubarb Recipes you must makeMom's Rhubarb Sauce Recipe

 

When it comes right down to it, one thing you must try is my recipe for Mom's Rhubarb Sauce (pictured above). It is delicious on top of ice cream, on oatmeal, in a parfait, on a spoon....you can get my drift. It's just plain delicious! The secret is in the sauce and you MUST try this recipe!!

 

9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

 

So, if you know me really well, you know my weakness is a nice, big, fat, soft cookie. I have not made rhubarb cookies (yet), and this recipe from Tikkido looks like one I must try!

 

This soft rhubarb cookie is described as "tangy, and soft" and those words just draw me right in. Plus, it is topped with  a sweet and tangy icing made with rhubarb juice and confectioner's sugar. My friends, I'm completely and totally IN here! Gimme a lotta drizzle please!

 

9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

 

Now, let me tell you about this pie! Peaches and Rhubarb? I have never combined them, but oh my lord, does this ever look delicious! We can thank Cooking with Carlee for this Peach Rhubarb Pie recipe!

 

I can just imagine that sweet juicy peach with that tangy rhubarb in the filling. A combination I have never tried but need to! Carlee topped this recipe off with a streusel topping to sweeten the prize a little. Don't you think that would be perfect with a nice big scoop of Vanilla Bean Ice Cream?

 

9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

 

The next thing you may (or may not) know about me is I have a weakness for biscuits. My Mom's Buttermilk Biscuit recipe is one that I will forever treasure. I remember her making the biscuits and when they came out of the oven we would all clamor for a warm one with melty, delicious, salted butter! Then she would make sure the remainder were saved for dessert!

 

That is why this Strawberry Rhubarb Shortcake shared by Strawberry Blondie Kitchen is a must try recipe! Mainly because you can't get anything better than a biscuit with a sweet and tangy topping like this!

 

9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

 

This recipe for Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp from Ann's Entitled Life takes me right straight back to my elementary days where I would always buy my lunch when a "crisp" was the dessert for the day. Brown sugar and butter have always been two of my favorite ingredients ever!

 

9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

 

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Bars from Beyond Frosting are like a crisp in bar form! There is just a whole lot more yumminess from the crisp part because you have a base, then the filling, then a topping!

 

Of course, if your like me then you must try this cause you will get double the crisp! 🙂


9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

 

Creamy Rhubarb Shortbread Squares from Homemade Food Junkie are a combination of crispy and creamy with sweet and tart. This recipe is melt in your mouth delicious and pure comfort food!

 

9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

 

If you ask me, there is nothing better than a cheesecake you do not have to bake! That is, unless your pairing it up with a white zinfandel like My Kitchen Love does! This No Bake Rhubarb Cheesecake is a must try recipe because you need to experience the pairing and because cheesecake is just so delicious!

 

This recipe is perfect for these hot weather months ahead of us!

 

9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes

 

Rhubarb Panna Cotta with Strawberry Balsamic Sauce from Chicken Scratch NY sounds so fancy, looks so creamy, and has my mouth watering. How about you? This is a must try recipe for those very reasons! I have never made a Panna Cotta and I don't know what they taste like, but I must try this soon because it looks so mouthwatering!

Now, Rhubarb is not just for sweet recipes. You can make savory recipes with it! Check out these recipes below for some savory added to the rhubarb factor!

But before you go, tell me, which one will of these 9 Sweet Rhubarb Recipes will YOU try first first?

 

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce
Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

Bacon Cheddar Jalapeno Grilled Cheese
Bacon Cheddar Jalapeno Grilled Cheese with Rhubarb sauce

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

June 5, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 5 Comments

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

This post is sponsored by Pepperidge Farm, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce has a sweet smoky heat that will satisfy all of your sweet heat senses! The flavors of your spring fruit combined with chipotle to create a delicious sauce that is perfect to top your BBQ Burgers! When all is said and done, you have a burger with a ton of flavor to serve up into hungry hands-on Pepperidge Farm® Hamburger Buns!

 

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ SauceStrawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 

Burgers are a mainstay during the summer months in the Grumpy house! They are so easy to just throw on the grill when you get home from work and have them ready in a short time! Of course, a burger to Grumpy is not a burger without the bun. We have found that you don't need to add a lot of fancy to your burger for it be delicious. All you need is some really good beef and an equally delicious bun!

 

 

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 

 

Most of the time we will just use ketchup and mayonnaise for a burger topping. Ok, let's face it, Grumpy may still have done this, but his burger was still coated on the grill with this mouthwatering, easy to make Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce! We are also huge fans of cheese on our burgers, so this was a must also.

 

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 

 

For this BBQ sauce, you want to be sure that you use a milder cheese to top it. Mixing two bold flavors can be a little overwhelming. We basically went for the regular Colby Jack cheese which is really mild.

 

 

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 

 

One of my favorite toppings for my burger is Air Fryer Shishito Peppers. I usually like to pile them on my burger and on the side! 🙂 We most always have onions and pickles to go on the sandwich also. Then, topping everything off with a little more of the BBQ sauce is mandatory!

 

 

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 

 

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Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ SauceStrawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 

 

We not only love our burger coated in this delicious Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce, but we also love the bun toasted! I don't even dare think about not toasting the bun for Grumpy! I would probably catch the riot act. In the summertime, my favorite way to toast the bun is to put a little butter on it, then put it on the grill buttered side down at the last few minutes of grilling time. Just be sure to watch them so they don't get too toasty!

 

 

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 

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Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

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Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce

Shelby Law Ruttan
Strawberry Rhubarb Chipotle BBQ Sauce has a sweet smoky heat that will satisfy all of your sweet heat senses! The flavors of your spring fruit combined with chipotle to create a delicious sauce that is perfect to top your BBQ Burgers! 
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
Calories 34 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 6 oz tomato paste
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • ½ cup cider vinegar
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoon golden monkfruit
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 cup sugar free strawberry rhubarb sauce

Instructions
 

  • In large sauce pan over medium heat, combine all ingredients well with a whisk. Bring to a slow boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes. Cool and store in refrigerator until ready to use. 

Notes

Net Carbs 2g

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 34kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 1gFiber: 1g
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Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

May 29, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 11 Comments

Shrimp Topped Burgers with Horseradish Dressing

Shrimp Topped Burger  with Horseradish Dressing recipe is part of a kick butt burger grill giveaway post hosted by GirlCarnivore but the mouthwatering recipe is all my own! #BurgerMonth

Bacon wrapped grilled shrimp served over top of one big, juicy beef burger topped with cheese and a spicy horseradish dressing. This simple to make burger sounds fancy, but it is super easy to make and even more delicious!

 

Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

 

 

If you love burgers, then you have come to the right place today! I am sharing with you a very simple recipe for a very delicious burger for Burger Month! Along with Kita, over at Girl Carnivore and several other bloggers and burger lovers, we are bringing you a month full of deliciousness as well as an awesome giveaway! Be sure to scroll to the end of this post, print the recipe, and enter the giveaway before you leave!

 

 

Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

 

 

This burger is pure simpleness! You don't really have to do much of anything to beef to make it awesome. I'm a big believer in not using a lot of filler in my burger. As a matter of fact, all I added to this delicious ground beef was add about a teaspoon of fish sauce to bring out the umami!

 

 

Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

 

 

I didn't get too fancy with my shrimp either. I just wrapped it up in a little pre-cooked bacon, threaded it on a skewer and grilled. No salt, no pepper, and no sauce. Of course, we topped the burger with a slice of Cabot Colby Jack cheese (Grumpy's Favorite!). It's just not a burger without cheese!

 

 

Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

 

 

Tip: To get that criss cross look on your grilled burger without flipping, just grill 3-4 minutes, then rotate your burger part way through prior to flipping.

 

 

Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

 

 

Scroll to the end of this post for the Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing recipe and the rafflecopter to enter for a chance to win! See graphic below for list of prizes!

 

 

Burger Month Giveaway

 

 

We like to put a little butter on our bun, then grill it to warm the bun up and give it a little toasty buttery flavor and texture. By all means, if you are eating Keto (like me!) then skip the bun.

 

 

Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

 

 

A huge thanks to the #BurgerMonth sponsors,  American Lamb Board, Anolon,

Cabot Cheese, Crow Canyon Home, Melissa's Produce, Microplane, New York Beef Council, Red Duck, Spiceologist,

Veal Made Easy, and Weber Grills.

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Shrimp Topped Burgers with Horseradish Dressing

Shrimp Topped Burger with Horseradish Dressing

Shelby Law Ruttan
Bacon wrapped grilled shrimp served over top of one big, juicy beef burger topped with cheese and a spicy horseradish dressing. This simple to make burger sounds fancy, but it is super easy to make and even more delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 burgers
Calories 629 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Hamburgers:

  • 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce

For the Sauce:

  • ¼ cup low sugar ketchup
  • 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 2 dashes cayenne pepper
  • 1 dash pink Himalayan salt

For the Shrimp:

  • 12 large raw shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails removed
  • 6 slices pre-cooked bacon cut in half (for 12 pieces)

Additional Ingredients (Optional)

  • 4 hamburger buns optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare sauce by combining ketchup, mayonnaise, horseradish, coconut aminos, cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and pink Himalayan salt. Store in refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Mix ground beef with fish sauce and shape into 4 equal sized patties. Wrap each piece of shrimp with bacon (½ piece bacon for 1 shrimp) and place on skewer.
  • Grill burgers until desired doneness. When burgers are almost ready, place shrimp on the grill and cook for 4-5 min until shrimp are pink and bacon is crisp. Serve burgers topped with shrimp and sauce.

Notes

Nutrition Info for Sauce only: Serving size approx 1-½ tbsp. Calories 56, Fat 5g, Carb 2g, 
Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

Nutrition

Calories: 629kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 32gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 151mgSodium: 1100mgPotassium: 477mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 472IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 128mgIron: 4mg
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Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Pudding - Keto Recipe

May 27, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 13 Comments

A parfait glass with Layered Strawberr Rhubarb Chia Pudding.

Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Pudding is a delicious Keto Recipe that can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or even for dessert! Low-Carb, Sugar-free, dairy free, and full of good for you fats! This recipe utilizes a homemade Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce that you can have already prepared in your fridge and ready to use to make this pudding. An easy to make, delicious recipe to have on hand for when those cravings hit!

Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Pudding

Recently, my family celebrated the marriage of my nephew Austin to his beautiful bride Hannah (welcome to the family!). While on that trip, I slipped. Yes. I fell from grace and cheated on my Keto diet. Let me tell you, the worse thing to do is to cheat on your diet that has been making you feel all kinds of awesome and then a week later regret it completely and totally.

Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Pudding

I started feeling all kinds of awful and even developed this gorgeous blemish on my chin. My body started to hurt and for the first time in months I woke up to aching in my left leg. Well, if anything is going to push a person to get back on the wagon, then that should be it.

Strawberries

Since I had allowed myself carbs and sugars I was craving them again. Ugh. So not happy about this but I feel it is only fair to let you all know. I'm far from perfect. I do have a lot of self control but once that control is lost, watch out people!

Strawberry Rhubarb Custard Galette

I had seen a recipe in Cooking Light while browsing my Kindle Fire magazines to kill my boredom of a 12 hour ride. This recipe was for fruit on the bottom pudding. I immediately thought that I needed to take that recipe, make it my own, and make it keto friendly.

Mom's Rhubarb Sauce Recipe

I have a ton of delicious rhubarb in my patch this year so I immediately thought of my Mom's Rhubarb Sauce (pictured above) and how it would be awesome to incorporate into this recipe! However, we have also been hooked on strawberries this year, more so because we've been enjoying them with my Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip so much.

I decided it was time to create a keto friendly rhubarb sauce, but this time I wanted to add strawberries to the picture.

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Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Pudding

Shelby Law Ruttan
Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Pudding is a delicious Keto Recipe that can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or even for dessert! Low-Carb, Sugar free, dairy free, and full of good for you fats, this recipe utilizes a homemade Strawberry Rhubarb sauce that you can have already prepared in your fridge!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Resting Time 12 hours hrs
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 111 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce

  • 4 cups rhubarb diced
  • 4 cups strawberries diced
  • ½ cup Truvia baking blend
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Pudding

  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • ½ cup chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Jordan's Skinny Salted Caramel Syrup or Sugar Free Sweetener of choice

Instructions
 

To make the Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce

  • Over medium low heat, place diced rhubarb, diced strawberries, and ½ cup of Truvia Baking Blend in heavy bottom sauce pan.
  • Bring to a low low boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add dash of salt and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Transfer to storage container and set aside to cool. Store in refrigerator until ready to use.

To make the Chia Pudding

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk and chia seeds. Be sure to whisk well and watch for clumps of seeds. Stir in sweetener.

To Assemble the Pudding

  • Place ¼ cup of strawberry rhubarb sauce in bottom of parfait dish. Top with ⅓ cup coconut chia mixture. 
  • Cover parfait with wrap and store in refrigerator up to 12 hours.
  • Serve Chilled.

Notes

Carbs: 9g, Net Carbs: 1g, Fat: 5g, Fiber: 8g.
Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

Nutrition

Calories: 111kcal
Keyword Keto, keto recipe, low carb, low carbohydrate, Rhubarb Recipe, Sauce, spring recipe, Strawberry
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Rhubarb Dream Bars - Keto Recipe

May 23, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 78 Comments

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Keto Rhubarb Dream Bars are a layered dessert bar made of a shortbread crust, a layer of rhubarb custard, and dreamy cream topping!  This is one of my favorite rhubarb recipes made to fit the low carb diet.

These Rhubarb Dream Bars are a delicious dessert to serve to from the time rhubarb starts to pop out of the ground and is ready to harvest! This makes an impressive dessert to take to picnics, family reunions or potlucks!

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❤️ Why you'll love it

✔️ It is a great way to enjoy dessert in a low carb rhubarb recipe!

✔️ These sugar free, gluten free rhubarb bars have 16 generous servings with only 4 net carbs per serving!

✔️ You can use frozen rhubarb if you don't have fresh rhubarb!

a cut piece of dessert bar on fork

🥘 Ingredients

Almond flour, choose finely ground almond flour

Coconut flour

Coconut oil, if it is not in the melted state, melt it before using it

Granulated erythritol sweetener, be sure to use a keto approved sweetener.

Salt, to enhance flavor

Fresh rhubarb, if using using frozen rhubarb, keep in the frozen state when adding to the recipe.

Large eggs help the custard to form

Heavy cream, added to boost fat and flavor.

Almond milk, be sure to buy unsweetened plain almond milk

Xanthan gum, is used as a thickening agent

Vanilla extract, to enhance flavors.

Cream cheese, to stabilize the topping.

Sugar free cool-whip, to blend into the topping to make it fluffy

Cooking spray, to coat the baking dish

Washed rhubarb stalks on a cutting board with part of the stalks sliced.

🔪 Instructions

FOR THE CRUST

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium sized mixing bowl, using a fork or pastry blender, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, salt, and coconut oil until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  3. Press the flour mixture into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.

FOR THE FILLING

  1. In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, combine the eggs, erythritol, almond milk, heavy cream and vanilla until well combined.
  2. Sprinkle the egg mixture lightly with xanthan gum whisk until well combined. Stir in the rhubarb.
  3. Pour the rhubarb filling over the partially baked crust and return to oven. Bake for 50 minutes, or until custard has set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool completely.
The shortbread crust ingredients mixed together in a white mixing bowl with purple mixing spatula.

FOR THE TOPPING

  1. In a medium sized mixing bowl using a hand mixer on medium speed, combine the cream cheese, powdered erythritol, and vanilla. Fold in the sugar-free whipped topping.
  2. Spread the whipped topping over completely cooled bars. Store in refrigerator.
Pressing the shortbread layer into the 9x13 baking dish.

🥄 Equipment

Medium bowl

Large bowl

Pastry blender or fork

13x9 baking dish

Electric mixer

Hand whisk

Mixing spoon

Rubber scraper

🥫Storage

Store keto bars in an airtight covered dish in the fridge up to 5 days or freezer up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.

Rhubarb custard mixture in mixing bowl with baked crust in the background.

📖 Variations

  • Make a strawberry rhubarb version and sub fresh strawberries for half of the rhubarb.

💭 Top Tip

  • Be sure to press the shortbread crust evenly and tightly into the baking dish using your fingers or the back of a tablespoon and do not skip the baking part.
Rhubarb Custard Bars ready to go back in the oven to finish baking.

🙋 FAQ's

Can I substitute heavy whipped cream for cool whip in the Rhubarb Dream bar topping?

Yes, you can substitute heavy whipped cream. Just be sure your cream cheese is softened before folding them together.

Is the coconut oil ingredient in the Rhubarb Dream Bar crust liquid or solid?

If your coconut oil has solidified, then I recommend melting it prior to adding to your crust ingredients.

How thick is the shortbread layer in in your Rhubarb Dream Bars?

To get the correct crust ratio, you need to use a 9 x 13 baking dish. The crust in the photos may look like it is thicker, but due to the nature of the ingredients, the custard baked into the crust some, making the crust look thicker than it is.

Why did you use Xanthan Gum in your Rhubarb custard layer?

The original recipe calls for flour, which is used to thicken. I removed the flour and experimented with Xanthan Gum. You could also just add an extra egg or two to help the dream bar custard firm up more.

📚 Related Recipes

The original Rhubarb Custard Bars that inspired this recipe.

Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Pudding is another keto rhubarb recipe.

Rhubarb Cheesecake (not keto) is creamy and delicious with a rhubarb swirl.

Mom's Rhubarb Sauce is one of my favorite rhubarb recipes!

Overhead view of baked custard bars cooling.

🍽 Serve with…

Serve this keto rhubarb recipe with your favorite sugar keto friendly ice cream.

🏫 The last word

I made a non keto version of rhubarb custard bars for years and because I love that recipe so much, I decided a keto version was needed.

Some readers have indicated they either had too much crust, or too little. I recommend making sure the ingredients are measured correctly and pressing evenly into the crust. Because of the nature of the keto ingredients, the crust will not be the exact same as the regular recipe.

If the crust is not baked prior to adding the custard, it is likely this recipe will fail. Be sure the crust is baked until browned. The when the rhubarb filling is added and baked, it will bake slightly into the already pre-baked crust. (check the images). This might make the crust seem thicker than it actually is but it is the best portioning of ingredients I had in testing to get a successful dessert.

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Keto Rhubarb Dream Bars

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Keto Rhubarb Dream Bars

Shelby Law Ruttan
Keto Rhubarb Dream Bars are a layered dessert bar made of a shortbread crust, a layer of rhubarb custard, and creamy topping! A low carb, sugar free, version of one of my favorite rhubarb recipes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 50 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course Keto Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 18
Calories 174 kcal

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Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour , finely ground
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • 3 ounces coconut oil
  • ¼ cup granulated erythritol sweetener
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Custard Ingredients

  • 5 cups fresh rhubarb , diced
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1½ cups granulated erythritol sweetener
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup almond milk , unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cream Topping Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
  • 2 cups sugar-free cool whip , thawed
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup powdered erythritol

Instructions
 

FOR THE CRUST

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • In a medium sized mixing bowl, using a fork or pastry blender, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, salt, and coconut oil until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  • Press the flour mixture into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.

FOR THE FILLING

  • In a large mixing bowl, using a hand mixer, combine the eggs, erythritol, almond milk, heavy cream and vanilla until well combined.
  • Sprinkle the egg mixture lightly with xanthan gum whisk until well combined. Stir in the rhubarb.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the partially baked crust and return to oven. Bake for 50 minutes, or until custard has set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool completely.

FOR THE TOPPING

  • In a medium sized mixing bowl using a hand mixer on medium speed, combine the cream cheese, powdered erythritol, and vanilla. Fold in the sugar-free whipped topping.
  • Spread the whipped topping over completely cooled bars. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 142mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 361IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Keto Rhubarb Custard Bars, Keto Rhubarb Dream Bars
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Cheesecake Fruit Dip

May 13, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 24 Comments

Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip

Cheesecake Fruit Dip was created in partnership with CK Mondavi and Family. All opinions are my own. (MSG 4 21+)

This Cheesecake Fruit Dip is a creamy dip with the flavor of the tropics that is perfect for dipping your summer fruit! This zero carb dip is quick to put together, fits the keto diet profile of and pairs perfectly with a bright and fresh Chardonnay.

Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip

Creamy Mascarpone and Ricotta cheese are lightly sweetened with a sugar-free coconut and pineapple syrup, then mixed in the blender to make this to make recipe easy to assemble and even easier to eat! This cheesecake dip instantly became a favorite of both Grumpy and I!

Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip

Wine pairing does not have to be hard. As a matter of fact, if you are only just learning about pairing wines, there is this incredible wine pairing chart on the CK Mondavi and Family website (must be 21 or older to click link) that you will find very handy! I used this chart myself when deciding what wine I wanted to pair with this particular recipe!

Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip

Wine is also not saturated with carbohydrates. As a matter of fact, a glass of Chardonnay has about 3.2 carbs in a 5 ounce serving. I'd say that makes wine the beverage of choice for me when I would like an alcoholic beverage!

Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip

Recently the CK Mondavi and Family Brand Ambassadors were able to enjoy a wine tasting with the Rianna, the newest member to join the family business from the G4 clan! They sent us some Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay. as well as their Red Blend to try. You could also pair the Sauvignon Blanc with this dip, and maybe even the Red Blend (and use some blackberries to compliment the red and are delicious with the cheesecake fruit dip also!).

Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip

CK Mondavi and Family is running a monthly "#pairNpost" sweepstakes. Instagram and Twitter followers can post of photo of their ideal CK Mondavi and Family pairing. Tag #pairNpost, for a chance to win a prize! Find more info here!

More wine pairing ideas!
Nanny's Sugar Cookies with Orange Moscato Frosting, paired with Moscato
Grilled Reuben Burgers, paired with Merlot

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Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip

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Low Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip

Cheesecake Fruit Dip

Shelby Law Ruttan
A sugar-free fruity cheesecake dip that is perfect for summertime entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Keto Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 16 Servings
Calories 84 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz ricotta cheese
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sugar-free pineapple syrup
  • 2 tablespoon sugar-free coconut syrup
  • assorted berries

Instructions
 

  • Mix ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, sugar-free pineapple syrup, and sugar-free coconut syrup into a bowl.
  • Top dip off with toasted coconut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 84kcalProtein: 2gFat: 8gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 22mg
Keyword Zero Carb Cheesecake Fruit Dip
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Grilled Pork Chops with Cilantro Lime Topping

May 8, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 25 Comments

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Cilantro Lime Grilled Pork Chops are a quick and one my favorite pork chop recipes to put on the dinner table. The pork chop marinade adds great flavor making the best grilled pork chops of your life!

If you are looking for the juiciest grilled pork chops, then this recipe is what you want! The cilantro lime marinade add so much flavor and it is one of my favorite ways to cook bone in pork chops.

A plate with a 1 grilled pork chops and a side of broccoli salad.
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❤️ Why you'll love it

✔️ These juicy pork chops are ready in just 30 minutes and it is a great recipe when you want dinner fast

✔️ This is the perfect keto pork chop recipe with just 1 net carb, and 27 grams of protein.

✔️ It is an easy recipe for two that can easily be adjusted to feed more.

🥘 Ingredients

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Fresh Limes

Ground cumin

Chipotle chili powder

Sweetener of choice (optional)

Jalapeno pepper

Cilantro 

Bone in pork chops

Ingredients for recipe.

🔪 Instructions

To make the marinade:

  1. In a small mixing bowl combine the lime juice, cumin, chili powder, sweetener, and salt. Place pork chops in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over pork chops. Seal the bag and marinate at least 15 minutes.

To grill the pork chops:

  1. Heat grill until hot. Reduce heat to medium low.
  2. Remove the pork chops from marinade and place on the hot grill, cook for 7 minutes. Flip pork chops and cook another 7 minutes, until internal temperature in the thickest part of the meat registers 145 degrees. Remove the pork chops from grill and set aside to rest for 5 minutes.

To make the topping:

  1. While the pork rests, make the topping: In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice, salt, cilantro and jalapeno (if using) and brush over grilled pork chops prior to serving

🥄 Equipment

Outdoor Grill , or charcoal grill

Resealable gallon bag , for marinating the meat

Barbecue Tongs

Silicone basting brush

Instant read meat thermometer

Chili lime marinade in a blue bowl with a package of unopened pork chops blurred in the background.

🥫Storage

Store any leftover grilled pork chops in an airtight container up to 3 days in the fridge.

📖 Variations

  • Cilantro can be left out of the recipe if you are one who does not like it.
  • Use regular chili powder in place of the chipotle.
  • If carbs are not a concern, use a little bit of brown sugar to replace the sweetener.
One chop on a plate topped with cilantro and two jalapeno slices with a lime wedge to the upper right.

💭 Tips

  • To get the criss cross grill marks place the pork chop on the hot grill and cook for 3 minutes. Do not flip, but rather rotate the pork chop 90 degrees. This will create the gorgeous grill marks on the pork chops.
  • Grilling time will vary depending on the thickness of your pork chops. Always us an instant read thermometer in the thickest part of the meat to gauge the level of doneness. Thick pork chops will take longer to cook.
Cilantro Lime Grilled Pork Chops

🙋 FAQ's

Can I use different kind of pork chops to make this recipe?

You can use boneless chops, center-cut loin chops, or center-cut rib chops. However, I recommend the bone in pork chops as I feel they have the best flavor.

📚 Related Recipes

  • Favorite Pork Chop Recipes
  • Pork Chops with Onions
  • Garlic Roasted Pork Chops
  • Dr Pepper Barbecue Sauce

🍽 Serve with...

Serve Cilantro Lime Grilled Pork Chops with a side of Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Jalapeno.

Two grilled pork chops on a plate topped with flecks of cilantro and jalapeno.

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Marinated Grilled Pork Chops with Cilantro Lime Dressing

Shelby Law Ruttan
Pork Chops are marinated, grilled, and then brushed with a cilantro lime dressing for best recipe that produces the juiciest pork chops you can imagine.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Keto Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2 pork chops
Calories 226 kcal

Equipment

  • Outdoor Grill , or charcoal grill
  • Resealable gallon bag , for marinating the meat
  • Barbecue Tongs
  • Silicone basting brush
  • Instant read meat thermometer

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Ingredients
  

For the Marinade:

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar free sweetener , optional
  • dash of salt

For the Cilantro Lime Topping:

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ tablespoon jalapeno pepper , diced (optional)
  • dash salt
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped

Other Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces Bone in Pork Chops

Instructions
 

To make the marinade:

  • In a small mixing bowl combine the lime juice, cumin, chili powder, sweetener, and salt. Place pork chops in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over pork chops. Seal the bag and marinate at least 15 minutes.

To grill the pork chops:

  • Heat grill until hot. Reduce heat to medium low.Remove the pork chops from marinade and place on the hot grill, cook for 7 minutes. Flip pork chops and cook another 7 minutes, until internal temperature in the thickest part of the meat registers 145 degrees F. Remove the pork chops from grill and set aside to rest for 5 minutes.

To make the topping:

  • While the pork rests, make the topping: In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice, salt, cilantro and jalapeno (if using) and brush over grilled pork chops prior to serving

Nutrition

Calories: 226kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 27gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 96mgPotassium: 488mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 234IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 1mg
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Keto Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Jalapeno

May 6, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 93 Comments

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This Keto Broccoli Salad takes your favorite classic side dish and amps it up with a sweet and spicy twist. With jalapeño heat and a hint of sweetness from natural sweetener, it's the perfect way to elevate your next meal.

Keto Spicy Broccoli Salad with bacon and jalapeno in a storage container

Inspired by the flavors of spicy Thai peanut noodles, this dish brings that same bold kick to a low-carb side. A hint of inspiration also comes from classic Amish broccoli cauliflower salad, making it a unique fusion.

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Why you'll Keto Broccoli Salad

Low-carb and keto-friendly - Perfect for those watching their carb intake without sacrificing flavor.

Sweet and spicy balance - The jalapeño and natural sweetener combo create a unique and irresistible taste.

Crunchy and fresh - Crisp broccoli and flavorful mix-ins make every bite satisfying.

Ingredients

Overhead view of chopped ingredients ready to mix
  • Natural sweetener: I like to use (affilate link) truvia (Stevia and Erythitol blend), but you can also use monkfruit (affiliate link).
  • Fresh Broccoli
  • Macadamia Nuts: These are high in healthy fats and low in carbs and give a great crunch in the salad.
  • Thick cut bacon
  • Green onions
  • Jalapeno Peppers
  • Mayonnaise
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Red bell pepper added for color contrast and takes the place of raisins or cranberries in the original recipe.

Instructions

  1. Pre cook and crumble bacon for the salad. Set aside in an airtight storage container until ready to use.
  2. Dice and chop the broccoli florets, red bell and jalapeno pepper, peppers, and scallions. Toss together in a large bowl with the cheddar cheese
  3. To make the salad dressing, In a medium bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sweetener (if using).
  4. Stir the salad dressing into broccoli salad mixture until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to eat.
  5. Just before serving, sprinkle the salad with crumbled bacon and stir to combine.

Substitution Ideas

Natural sweetener: Replace with honey or maple syrup (if not strictly keto) for a slightly different sweetness profile.

Broccoli: Swap out raw broccoli for cauliflower florets for a similar crunch and taste.

Jalapeño: Use crushed red pepper flakes or diced mild green chiles for a different level of heat.

Variations

  • Turkey bacon can be substituted for pork bacon.
  • Use roasted chopped pecans, walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds in place of the macadamias.
  • Make it dairy-free and omit the cheese. To make it visually appealing, add ½ cup shredded carrot to the salad in place of the cheese. Be sure to adjust the carb count accordingly.
  • If you really miss the cranberries, you can use no sugar added dried cranberries. They will not increase the carb count by much.
Keto Broccoli Salad with Bacon, Cheese and Jalapeno in a serving bowl,

Equipment

  • Kitchen knife
  • Cutting board
  • Small bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups

Storage

Store this delicious broccoli salad recipe in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days.

Tips

  • To keep the bacon crispy, don't mix it into the salad until just before serving.
  • If you prefer cooked broccoli, you can cook until crisp-tender and shock it in cold water to keep the bright green color. Be sure to cool completely and pat broccoli dry before assembling the salad.

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    Grilled Asparagus Halloumi Salad

Serve with...

Serve as a side to Grilled Pork Chops, grilled chicken, steak, or salmon bites for a complete meal.

Also makes an excellent side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or picnics.

Overhead view of salad in clear storage container

The last word

I ate traditional Broccoli Salad at many family reunions in my childhood. It was always a favorite of mine. I loved the sweet tang of cranberry with the savory and salty flavor combination. I wanted to replicate the flavor and make a low carb salad that would not lose that sweet, salty, savory flavor combination.

This Broccoli Salad is not your typical picnic salad. To make this keto-friendly, I omitted the dried cranberries to remove the sugars. And, I substituted chopped macadamia nuts in place of sunflower seeds to add more healthy fat.

When you make this Keto Broccoli Salad recipe, please comment below and let me know what you think. I'd love it if you tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch or #grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your photos!

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Keto Broccoli Salad

Shelby Law Ruttan
Keto Broccoli Salad is a delicious low carb salad recipe full of flavor and packed with bacon, jalapeno, and cheese. A take on the original broccoli salad, this delicious side dish is perfect for potlucks, bbqs, and reunions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Keto Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 317 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 7 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ medium red bell pepper , diced
  • 1 small jalapeno pepper , diced (optional)
  • 3 scallions , diced
  • 8 slices bacon , cooked and chopped
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese , shredded
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3 teaspoons Powdered monkfruit Sweetener , optional
  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Pre cook and crumble bacon for the salad. Set aside in an airtight storage container until ready to use.
  • Dice and chop the broccoli florets, red bell and jalapeno pepper, peppers, and scallions. Toss together in a large bowl with the cheddar cheese.
  • To make the salad dressing, In a medium bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sweetener (if using).
  • Stir the salad dressing into broccoli salad mixture until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to eat.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle the salad with crumbled bacon and stir to combine.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 294mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 769IUVitamin C: 67mgCalcium: 119mgIron: 1mg
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Keto Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein

April 28, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 16 Comments

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This Keto Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein is a savory, 20 minute meal that swaps traditional pasta for low-carb shirataki noodles and tender bottom round steak. This Asian inspired dish is perfect for anyone following a ketogenic diet who wants a quick and flavorful dinner that satisfies takeout cravings without the extra carbs.

A stainless steel skillet filled with beef, broccoli, and shirataki noodles and garnished with sliced green onions in a savory sauce sits on a red and white paatterned cloth.

This hearty recipe has quickly become a family favorite because it delivers all the classic comfort of traditional lo mein while remaining completely keto-friendly. By using fresh broccoli and a delicious sugar-free sauce, you can serve a delicious meal that everyone at the table will love, regardless of their dietary goals.

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Why You'll Love Keto Beef and Broccoli

  • Quick prep: this savory meal can be prepared and cooked in just 20 minutes.
  • Low carb: it uses shirataki noodles and a sugar-free sauce to remain completely keto friendly.
  • Family favorite: the recipe delivers classic comfort of traditional takeout that everyone at the table will enjoy.

Key Ingredients

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

  • Tofu Shirataki Noodles: these provide a low carb alternative to traditional pasta while soaking up the flavors of the dish.
  • Beef steak: thinly sliced bottom round steak serves as a lean and tender protein source.
  • Broccoli florets: this fresh vegetable adds texture, nutrients, and a classic component to the beef and broccoli pairing.
  • Soy sauce: this ingredient creates a savory base for the Asian inspired sauce.
  • Sugar free sweetener: it adds a hint of sweetness to the sauce without adding unwanted carbs.
  • Xanthan gum: acts as a thickening agen to give the sauce a rich glossy consistency.
  • Garlic and scallions: these are used as aromatics to enhance the overall flavor profile of the stir-fry.
A bowl of lo mein with the skillet in the background

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Zucchini noodles: you can swap the tofu shirataki noodles for "zoodles" if you prefer a fresh vegetable based pasta alternative.
  • Coconut aminos: this can be used as a soy-free and gluten-free replacement for soy sauce.
  • Chicken or pork: while the recipe calls for bottom round steak, you can easily substitute other lean proteins like chicken breast or pork loin.

Variations to Keto Beef and Broccoli Low Mein

  • Adjust heat: increase or decrease the amount of red pepper flakes to customize the spiciness level of the sauce.
  • Vegetable mix: beyond broccoli, you can add other low-carb vegetables like sliced bell peppers or mushrooms to create a heartier stir-fry.
  • Add ginger: stir in fresh ginger with the garlic and onions to give the dish a more fragrant and traditional Asian flavor.

How to Store and Reheat

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or use a microwave-safe dish for a quick heating option.

Serve With...

Complete your low-carb meal by pairing this Keto Beef and Broccoli Low Mein with a side of Cucumber Kimchi for a spicy and tangy side, or these Zucchini Cheddar Biscuits made with almond flour.

Related Recipes

If you enjoy this beef and broccoli low mein, you might also want to try my Eggroll in a Bowl, Keto Sesame Chicken, Thai Basil Venison Stir Fry Recipe, and Turkey Lettuce Wraps.

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Keto Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein

Shelby Law Ruttan
This Keto Beef and Broccoli Low Mein is a quick 20 minute dinner that uses low-carb noodles and tender steak. It is a great way to enjoy your favorite takeout flavors while staying healthy and keeping carbs low.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Keto Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 108 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Small saucepan
  • colander
  • Hand whisk
  • Kitchen tongs
  • Sharp knife
  • cutting board

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Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Tofu shirataki noodles rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar free sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 pound beef steak , cut into thin strips
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 scallions , chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced

Instructions
 

  • Rinse noodles and prepare as recommended by packaging; drain and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the broth, coconut aminos, fish sauce, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and whisk in erythritol. Sprinkle with the broth mixture with Xanthan gum and whisk well. Set aside.
  • Heat a nonstick wok or large deep skillet over medium-high heat until a drop of water sizzles. Swirl in 2 teaspoons of the avocado oil, then add the beef. Stir-fry beef until just cooked through, 3-4 minutes; transfer the cooked beef to a plate and set aside.
  • Swirl the remaining avocado oil in the skillet, add the broccoli, scallions, and garlic. Stir-fry 3 minutes, until softened.
  • Add the broth mixture back to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Stir in the beef and noodles (if using) and toss with tongs to coat, cook until heated through for 1 minute.

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 1027mgPotassium: 607mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1392IUVitamin C: 59mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 8g
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Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce

April 7, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 15 Comments

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These Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce are a great recipe and have been family favorite for over 30 years in my home! Tortillas are filled with melty cheddar, smothered in an easy homemade enchilada red sauce and baked in a casserole dish.

Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce

This is the best recipe for vegetarian cheese enchiladas I have ever made, and is one of my favorite Mexican dishes. I feel it is as very close to an authentic cheese enchiladas and the homemade red enchilada sauce is the absolute must part of this entire recipe.

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Why You'll Love This Cheese Enchiladas Recipe

Big flavor: the homemade cheese enchilada sauce is rich, full-bodied, and slow-simmered.

Simple prep: easy ingredients come together without fuss.

Versatile dish: works as a min meal or a side for your favorite Tex-Mex spread.

Family favorite: melty enchiladas cheese wrapped in warm tortillas makes everyone happy!

Cheese filled tortillas rolled and assembled in baking dish with sauce on the side in a skillet.

Key Ingredients for Cheese Enchiladas and Sauce

See the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and instructions.

  • Onion and garlic: build a savory, aromatic base that flavors every bite.
  • Diced tomatoes: give the sauce texture and bright richness.
  • Chili powder: adds depth and gentle warmth to classic cheese enchiladas with red sauce.
  • Cumin and oregano: earthy spices that round out the sauce beautifully.
  • Cheddar cheese: the cheese shreds melt into the ideal filling with a bold, sharp flavor.
  • Flour tortillas: soft and rollable, perfect for soaking up the sauce.
Casserole in assembly before baking.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Montery Jack instead of cheddar for a creamier melt.
  • Corn tortillas instead of flour for a more traditional feel.
  • Greek yogurt instead of sour cream in the lime drizzle.

Variations on Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce

  • Green chile twist: use this green enchilada sauce recipe in place of the red.
  • Veggie packed version: layer sauteed peppers, onions, or spinach inside each tortilla.
  • Spicy style: stir chipotle peppers into the enchilada sauce for smoky heat.
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Tips for the Best Enchiladas Cheese Filling

  • Submerge the tortilla into the red enchilada sauce. This makes the tortilla easier to roll allows the tortilla to get crispy around the edges when baking.
  • Shred your own cheese for the smoothest melt and best texture.
  • Simmer the sauce fully to let the cheese enchilada sauce thicken and deepen in flavor.

How to Store

Store any leftover cheese enchiladas in the refrigerator up to 5 days or in the freezer up to 3 months. These are easy to reheat right in the microwave in 45-60 seconds, until hot.

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🙋 FAQ's

What are the best kind of tortillas to use in this recipe?

I recommend flour tortillas or sturdy yellow corn tortillas, as they will need to hold to being dipped into the sauce before rolling.

Do I need to thicken the enchilada sauce?

No, simmering the sauce for the hour needed will reduce the liquids and thicken the sauce all it needs to be.

Serve with...

Serve these vegetarian cheese enchiladas with a side of Spanish Rice, homemade refried beans, or Refried beans.

More Easy Enchilada Recipes You'll Love

If you love Mexican recipes, you will want to try my Shrimp Enchiladas Recipe, Green Chicken Enchiladas, Chicken Enchilada Casserole, and Chipotle Butternut Squash Enchiladas.

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🏫 The last word

A few readers have asked about the amount of oil in this recipe. As I have continued to make these over the years, I have reduced the amount of oil in the original recipe to ½ cup and adjusted the amount in the recipe card.

The oil, in my opinion, is an important part of this recipe as it coats the tortilla when dipped. However, other readers have reduced the amount of oil even more and had a successful recipe. Use your own discretion when making the recipe and go for the amount of oil you feel comfortable using.

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Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce

Shelby Law Ruttan
Your favorite authentic Mexican recipe made right at home! These are the best vegetarian Cheese Enchiladas with a homemade red enchilada sauce and topped with more cheese for a delicious casserole the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 5
Calories 552 kcal

Equipment

  • 9 x 13 Baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Tongs

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Ingredients
  

For the sauce:

  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 36 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Remaining ingredients

  • 10 flour tortillas
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • ¼ cup cilantro , chopped

Instructions
 

To make the sauce

  • In a large skillet, over medium heat, heat oil until hot. Add the onion and garlic and cook over medium-high heat for 2 minutes, or until onion is tender.
  • Stir in chicken broth, tomatoes, chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano and pepper. Bring the enchilada sauce mixture to a boil, then, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1 hour.

To assemble the enchiladas

  • Using a pair of tongs, dip each tortilla into the enchilada sauce, being sure to coat both sides. Lay the sauce coated tortilla on a flat surface and place 2 tablespoons of the shredded cheese into the center each tortilla and roll the tortilla tightly around the cheese.
  • Place the rolled cheese filled tortilla seam side down in prepared baking dish. Pour the remaining sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake uncovered in in the oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream and lime juice. Drizzle the sour cream mixture over top of each serving and sprinkle with cilantro

Nutrition

Calories: 552kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 24gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 77mgSodium: 1593mgPotassium: 672mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1537IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 691mgIron: 5mg
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Keto Raspberry Coffee Cake

March 19, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 17 Comments

A slice of golden brown keto raspberry coffee cake on a yellow plate, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and three sliced kumquats.

This Keto Raspberry Coffee Cake is a tender, lightly sweet bake that fits right into a quiet morning or weekend brunch. Made with almond flour, cream cheese, and fresh raspberries, it's a low carb coffee cake that feels familiar without being heavy.

A slice of Keto Raspberry Coffee Cake on a yellow plate topped with whipped cream and sliced kumquats

I love coffee cakes that don't need frosting or fuss, and this one reminds me of my keto pecan coffee cake without the icing. It's the kind of treat that pairs perfectly with a hot mug of coffee and a slow start to the day.

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Why You'll Love Keto Raspberry Coffee Cake

Simple ingredients: everything here is easy to find and works together without special techniques or extra steps.

Balanced texture: the cream cheese keeps this keto cream cheese coffee cake soft and tender, not dry or crumbly.

Everyday versatile: this low carb raspberry coffee cake works for breakfast, brunch, or a mid-afternoon treat.

Key Ingredients for Low Carb Coffee Cake

See the printable recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

  • Cream cheese: adds richness and gives the coffee cake its soft, slightly dense crumb.
  • Almond flour: creates the base of this almond flour coffee cake while keeping it gluten free and low carb.
  • Coconut flour: helps absorb moisture and keeps the batter from being too loose.
  • Fresh raspberries: bring a bright pop pof flavor that balances the richness of the batter.
  • Monk fruit and Allulose blend: This lakanto golden blend is my top recommendation because it mimics raw cane sugar and is a zero-glycemic option.
An up close image of a round blue flowered baking dish containing a golden brown keto raspberry coffee cake studded with fresh raspberries.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Use butter flavored coconut oil (affiliate link) in place of butter.
  • Swap almond extract for vanilla extract.
  • Frozen raspberries can be used if fresh are not available; add them straight from the freezer.

Variations on Keto Raspberry Coffee Cake

  • Add sliced almonds to the top before baking for a little crunch.
  • Replace raspberries with blueberries or blackberries for a different berry coffee cake.
  • Sprinkle a light keto cinnamon crumble over the batter before baking for a classic coffee cake touch. You can find a keto crumb topping with my recipe for Keto Rhubarb Crumb Muffins.

Tips for A Great Almond Flour Coffee Cake

  • Let the cream cheese and butter fully soften so the batter blends smoothly.
  • Fold the raspberries in gently to prevent turning the batter pink and breaking up the berries.
  • Allow the coffee cake to cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds together.
A tender slice of almond flour coffee cake with baked-in raspberries, served with whipped cream and kumquat garnishes.

How to Store

Store this keto raspberry coffee cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Serving Suggestions for Keto Coffee Cake Recipe

Serve this coffee cake with a cup of coffee or tea for an easy breakfast or brunch spread. It pairs nicely with venison breakfast sausage, air fryer bacon, and keto snickerdoodle coffee.

More Recipes You'll Love

If you enjoyed this light dessert, you'll also love my zesty Keto Lemon Pound Cake with Lemon Icing and these simple Lemon Curd Thumbprint Cookies. For even more almond flour favorites, be sure to check out my Almond Flour Bread or this crowd-pleasing Almond Flour Cake!


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A slice of golden brown keto raspberry coffee cake on a yellow plate, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and three sliced kumquats.

Keto Raspberry Coffee Cake

Shelby Law Ruttan
This Keto Raspberry Coffee Cake is a soft, lightly sweet bake designed for mornings, brunch, and coffee breaks. It slices cleanly, holds its shape, and delivers classic coffee cake comfort in a low carb way.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Breakfast & Brunch, Keto Breakfast, Keto Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 232 kcal

Equipment

  • 8" round baking pan
  • Electric hand mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • Silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

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Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup butter , softened
  • 4 ounces cream cheese , softened
  • 1 cup monk fruit allulose blend
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 
  • In medium sized mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter. Add the sweetener and blend until well combined. Add almond extract and eggs, one at a time, beating until creamy.
  • Add almond flour, coconut flour, salt and baking powder. Mix with hand blender at medium speed until creamy and fluffy. 
  • Spread batter into 8-inch round baking pan that has been coated with cooking spray. Place a layer of raspberries on top of the batter and press in slightly.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, until cake begins to brown on top and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake. Serve with fresh whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Note: Whipped Cream and Kumquats not calculated into nutrition information. These are optional ingredients and serving suggestions. Take into consideration the nutritional content for these additions.

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 206mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 474IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 4g
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Lemon Cheesecake Muffins

March 6, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 20 Comments

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Lemon Cheesecake Muffins have a bright lemon flavor, are finely textured and lightweight, and completely delicious!

They are perfect with just a sprinkling of powdered sugar on top. These Lemon Cheesecake Muffins make the perfect accompaniment to your morning cup of coffee!

Lemon Cheesecake Muffins

I don't know about the rest of you, but the north-eastern part of the US is just recovering from a really nasty blizzard! The day of the blizzard our snow was wet and heavy, making the view gorgeous, but travel treacherous. I stayed home all day and didn't even attempt to travel.

The next day, we had already warmed back up to where the snow was starting to melt. I am so ready for spring and for winter to be over! For this reason, today I am sharing with you a spring-inspired recipe that should make you feel happy and bright!

A muffin cut in half to see the inside

We spent early Saturday morning cleaning out our tremendously long driveway and cleaning the heavy wet snow off our deck. These muffins were whipped up right after that driveway cleanup was complete.

While I call these Lemon Cheesecake Muffins, make no mistake, these babies can be interpreted as dessert also! I added a light sprinkle of powdered sugar and lemon zest for that extra pop of lemon flavor for the finishing touch.

Ingredients for the recipe

Let's talk about this new Coffee-mate® natural bliss® Honey Cream and Honey Pecan creamer I found in the dairy section in Walmart the other day.

There is just a touch of honey and all-natural pecan flavor derived from real pecans in this creamer. All-natural goodness in your mug! I love how it complements these spring-inspired muffins also.

batter in muffin tin

The sugar content in the Coffee-mate creamer is reduced from 5 grams to 3 grams per serving. That made a perfect accompaniment to our morning. I loved the taste of a touch of honey in the creamer as I sipped. Honey and lemon are so perfect together, don't you agree?

How many of you are ready for Spring to show its face? The first day of Spring is almost here, so grab your bowl, put your ingredients in place, brew that cup of coffee and enjoy it with a Lemon Cheesecake Muffin!

Other Low Carb Keto Muffin Recipes you may like

Raspberry Muffins

Rhubarb Muffins with Crumb Topping

Low Carb Keto Paleo Blueberry Muffins

Lemon Cheesecake Muffins

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Lemon Cheesecake Muffins

Shelby Law Ruttan
Lemon Cheesecake Muffins are deliciously light and low carb with a bright citrus flavor. Only 2 net carbs per serving!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 119 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 2 tablespoon butter room temperature
  • ½ cup classic monkfruit
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon pure almond extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ cup fine ground almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • 1 tablespoon Whey Protein Powder
  • 1 tablespoon powdered monkfruit optional
  • lemon zest optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray muffin tin with cooking spray, or use a silicone muffin cup/pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl using a hand mixer, cream together butter and cream cheese. Add classic monkfruit and cream together for about 2 minutes.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, blending until well combined. Add extract and lemon juice with last egg. The mixture will be very loose.
  • Mix together in a separate bowl: salt, baking powder, almond flour, coconut flour, and whey protein. Add to wet mixture and mix using a hand mixer for about 2-3 minutes. The batter will thicken as you mix. Once you are done mixing with the mixer, using a rubber scraper, fold batter over scraping the sides of the bowl to completely ensure the batter is combined.
  • Using a large (¼ cup sized) scoop, place one scoop batter in each muffin cup. Do not overfill.
  • Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes, until tops are lightly browned and when a toothpick inserted in center of the muffin comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool completely before removing from pan.
  • To serve, sprinkle with a light sprinkling of powdered monkfruit and a sprinkling of lemon zest. (if using)

Notes

Don't overfill your muffin cups. If you put more than the ¼ cup. Because these are grain free, your muffin will rise above the liner edge and spread out over the top rather than dome. I kind of found that out the hard way!
Net Carbs: 2g, Fiber: 3g, Sugars: 1g

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 119kcalCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
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Easy Keto Cabbage Rolls Recipe

February 26, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 21 Comments

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These Keto Cabbage Rolls bring back all the cozy memories of a classic family dinner. I swapped the traditional rice for riced cauliflower to keep things low-carb and light. And, each roll is filled with seasoned ground beef and topped with a rich sauce.

Low Carb Cabbage Rolls

This recipe is a great, healthy comfort food for chilly weeknights at home. Whether you are strictly low-carb or just want a nutritious meal, these rolls hit the spot.

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Why You'll Love Keto Cabbage Rolls

Perfect texture: riced cauliflower replaces traditional rice while keeping the same volume and bite.

Bold flavor: these rolls are packed with savory ground beef and a small kick of jalapeno spice.

Meal prep friendly: you can easily double the batch and freeze leftovers for a quick weeknight dinner.

Key Ingredients for Low Carb Cabbage Rolls

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

Chopped garlic, onion, and jalapeno on a cutting board.
  • Olive oil: use a good extra virgin olive oil to saute your veggies.
  • Cauliflower: one head of diced cauliflower takes the place of rice in this dish.
  • Aromatics: fresh onion, garlic, and green bell add deep flavor to the filling.
  • Ground beef: I use 80/20 ground beef, but any lean beef works well.
  • Binder: cheddar cheese and eggs add flavor and hold the meat mixture together.
  • Cabbage: you will need one large head of cabbage to wrap your rolls.
  • Sauce: a simple blend of tomato sauce and Italian seasoning tops it all off.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Use a low carb pasta sauce instead of tomato sauce and Italian seasoning blend.
  • Swap the ground venison, ground beef for ground chicken, turkey, or a mix of pork and beef.
  • If you prefer, substitute different varieites of shredded cheese for the cheddar cheese to change the flavor profile.
Cooked cauliflower rice mixture in a white mixing bowl.

Recipe Variations

  • Unstuffed Cabbage Bowl: chop the cabbage and saute it with the filling ingredients for a quick deconstructed meal.
  • Cabbage Roll Casserole: layer the leaves and meat mixture in a baking dish for an easy family-style bake.
  • Spicy Beef Rolls: mix red pepper flakes or extra jalapenos into the meat for a heat-focused variation.

Tips for the Best Keto Cabbage Rolls

  • Soften the leaves: steam the whole head of cabbage for a few minutes to make the leaves pliable and easy to roll.
  • Cool the filling: let your sauteed cauliflower and veggie mixture cool before mixing it with the raw beef and egg.
  • Seam side down: always place the assembled rolls in the baking dish with the seam facing down to prevent them from opening while baking.
Baked keto cabbage rolls in a white baking dish topped with tomato sauce.

Storage and Reheating

Store leftover keto cabbage rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them up to 3 months.

To reheat, place in a 350°F oven until they are warmed through.

Serve With...

For a complete meal, serve these low carb cabbage rolls with a side of Garlic Mashed Cauliflower with Browned Butter and Air Fryer Frozen Green Beans.

Low Carb Cabbage Rolls

More Keto Dinners You May Like

If you enjoyed these cabbage rolls, you might also like my Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup, Cabbage and Kielbasa Skillet Recipe, Cabbage Noodles with Bacon, and Instant Pot Ham and Cabbage.

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Keto Cabbage Rolls

Shelby Law Ruttan
These Keto Cabbage Rolls are a savory, low-carb update to my mom's classic comfort food. they feature riced cauliflower and seasoned beef wrapped in tender cabbage and topped with rich sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 301 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9 x 13 glass baking dish
  • mixing bowls

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Ingredients
  

For the cabbage roll filling

  • 3 cups riced cauliflower
  • ⅙ cup diced onion
  • 3 large garlic cloves , minced
  • ⅓ cup green bell pepper , diced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1¼ pounds 80/20 ground beef
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese , shredded
  • 1 large egg

For the topping

  • 3½ cups tomato sauce
  • 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 8 large cabbage leaves , from steamed head of cabbage

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Set aside a large glass baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil until it shimmers. Add the cauliflower, onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Let cool for 15 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cauliflower mixture, cheddar cheese, and egg.
  • In a small bowl, combine the Italian seasoning and tomato sauce. Set aside.

To assemble cabbage rolls:

  • Place 1 cabbage leaf flat on a hard work surface. Place ⅓ cup of meat mixture in the center of the cabbage leaf. Starting from the bottom edge of the cabbage leaf, roll the cabbage up and over the meat mixture. Fold in each side of the leaf and continue rolling to enclose the meat.
  • Place the cabbage roll seam side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining cabbage leaves and meat mixture.
  • Pour the tomato sauce evenly over the cabbage rolls and bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition

Calories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 19gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 476mgPotassium: 653mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 754IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 156mgIron: 3mg
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Caramelized Onion Dip - Quick and Easy Recipe

January 9, 2018 by Shelby Law Ruttan 7 Comments

A close-up, overhead view of a creamy white caramelized onion dip in a rustic dark bowl, garnished with fresh chopped chives.

This Caramelized Onion Dip is a quick and easy appetizer that anyone on a low-carb diet will love. It features a creamy base and is packed with rich, savory flavor that makes it a hit at any gathering.

A close-up, slightly overhead shot of a bowl of creamy white dip topped with fresh chopped chives, served in a dark textured bowl.

You can make this homemade caramelized onion dip in less than 15 minutes by using a simple kitchen hack. It's the best snack to serve with salty salami chips or fresh veggies for a delicious keto-friendly treat.

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Why You'll Love Caramelized Onion Dip

Amazing flavor: slow-cooked onions give this dip a deep, sweet, and savory taste that everyone will love.

Keto-friendly: this appetizer is low in carbs, making it a great snack when served with fresh veggies or salty meat chips.

Crowd pleaser: the rich and creamy base makes this dip a favorite for holiday parties, game days, or summer picnics.

What You Need To Make This Onion Dip

  • Caramelized onions: these provide a deep, sweet, and savory flavor that is the main highlight of the dish.
  • Cream cheese: this creates a thick and rich base that makes the dip creamy and easy to spread.
  • Sour cream: this is added to the mix to make the texture even smoother and lightens the flavor.
A hand dipping a salami chip into the caramelized onion dip.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Low-fat Greek yogurt: to lower the fat content, swap the sour cream or cream cheese for plain, non-fat Greek yogurt, which provides a similar tang and protein boost with much fewer calories.
  • Silken tofu: blending silken tofu is a great low-fat and dairy free option that creates a very smooth base while soaking up the sweet flavor of the onions.

Variations for Caramelized Onion Dip

  • Bacon and Cheese: mix in crispy bacon bits and shredded cheddar cheese for a smoky and extra savory version of this dip.
  • Spicy kick: stir in some chopped jalapenos or a dash of hot sauce to add a little heat that balances the sweetness of the onions.
  • Fresh herb: fold in fresh chopped chives, parsley, or thyme to give the creamy base a bright and earthy finish.
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Serve With...

To keep this recipe low carb, serve it with celery sticks, cucumber slices, bell pepper wedges, sliced radishes, broccoli, and cauliflower. You may also serve with these these Parmesan Cheese Crisps, or Dehydrated Zucchini Chips.

If you are serving to a combination of keto and non keto guests, feel free to include things like Air Fryer Tortilla Chips, Air Fryer Pita Chips, or Buttery Garlic Bread Chips.

More Low Carb Dip Recipes to Enjoy

If you like this Caramelized Onion Dip, you may also want to try my Spinach Artichoke Dip, Bacon Cheeseburger Dip, Philly Cheesesteak Skillet Dip, and Cheesy Bacon Dip.

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Shelby Law Ruttan
This Caramelized Onion Dip is a creamy, keto-friendly appetizer featuring rich, savory flavors. It's a quick and easy snack that pairs perfectly with fresh veggies or salty meat chips for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Keto Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Servings
Calories 106 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Electric hand mixer

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Ingredients
  

For the Onions

  • 2 large onions , chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Dip

  • 4 ounces cream cheese , room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream , room temperature

Instructions
 

To caramelize the onions

  • Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions, salt, and pepper and bring to a sizzle. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and cool for 16 minutes.

To make the dip

  • In a large bowl, using an electric hand mixer, blend the cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add sour cream and and mix until creamy.
  • Add the cooled onions and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 172mgPotassium: 109mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 264IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 0.1mgNet Carbohydrates: 5g
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Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos - Veal Recipe

December 19, 2017 by Shelby Law Ruttan 7 Comments

Keto Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

This post for Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos with Veal and Pork is sponsored by the New York Beef Council. All opinions are my own.

These Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos have are full of meaty deliciousness! This bacon wrapped recipe is made with ground veal and pork that is combined with a cream cheese filling, then stuffed in the fresh Jalapenos.

I love bacon wrapped recipes, and these stuffed jalapenos are a delicious and nutritious recipe made with ground veal and pork. This recipe is sure to please your friends and family as an appetizer to your next meal!

Keto Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

Why make Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos with Ground Veal?

I attended a veal tour with the New York Beef Council. Because of this, I came home ready, willing, and able to test out some recipes with veal. We love jalapenos, and stuffing them with a filling and any bacon wrapped recipe just comes naturally here. So, I re-Vealed my inner chef, and got busy cooking!

Because I am an appetizer hound, I decided Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos would be on our menu. And, I would use a combination of ground veal and pork to make this veal recipe.

Keto Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

Raising Veal FAQ's

What is Veal?

Veal is a delicious and nutritious meat produced by the male offspring of cows. Veal is raised until he reaches the age of 22 weeks and weighs about 500 pounds. The Veal calves usually arrive at the farm they will be raised at when they are a week old.

Does Veal taste the same as Beef?

No, veal is raised on milk replacer and grain. This gives the meat a milder flavor and pink color due to iron deficiency. It also has a different texture and mouthfeel than beef.

Is Veal the same as Lamb?

The only similarity here the animals have not matured. Meaning, they have not yet reached the age of 1 year. Veal is raised to the age of 22 weeks and will weigh 500 pounds by the time it is harvested. Lamb comes from sheep and veal comes from cows. The only similarity is the animals have not matured.

How is Veal raised?

In NYS at Provitello Farms, the veal calves arrive at 1 week old. They live in open air barns that are designed to keep them cool in hot weather and warmer in cold. Every couple of weeks they are moved to a new pen when new arrivals come in and the veal that is ready to go to harvest has left.

Is Veal the same as Lamb?

Veal is not the same as Lamb. Lamb comes from sheep and veal comes from cows. The only similarity is the animals have not matured. Meaning, they have not yet reached the age of 1 year. Veal is raised to the age of 22 weeks and will weigh 500 pounds by the time it is harvested.

Misconceptions about raising veal

I attended the first New York Beef Veal Tour with the New York Beef Council. where I joined a group of bloggers on a tour of Provitello farms. Provitello is a veal farm in New York where they take great care in raising their veal calves. I was quite impressed with the process and also was surprised to find that my conception of what veal is, was completely and totally wrong!

Like many people, I had my ideas about veal. What it was and how it was raised. The photo below is veal, however, it is veal when it is newborn. Not when it is harvested. The veal calves below arrive at the farm when they are anywhere from 3-10 days old they weigh about 100 pounds.

Bull Calves on the veal farm

In the next photo, these veal calves are at 22 weeks. At this age, most calves and weigh about 500 pounds. Did you know that if a calf reaches 1 year, it is considered a bull (or cow) and is no longer veal? This is no different than raising lamb for harvest.

18-20 week old veal calves on the farm

Because the New York Beef Council is dedicated to educate bloggers, I am able to share with you the education I received! I was impressed with this tour and I no longer hesitate about eating veal and enjoy making recipes with it.

If you're on the fence and not sure what to think about veal, be sure to visit the farm's website, read what they have to say, and watch their videos. In a nutshell, you will see everything that I experienced on that day and see for yourself that Veal raised on Provitello farms are raised under the best conditions (see video)

Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos - a ground veal recipe!

I love my appetizers. As a result, the recipe I decided to go with for my first veal recipe was an appetizer! I decided to make these stuffed jalapeno with a combination of ground veal and pork. Then, I wanted to wrap them up like a present for a bacon wrapped recipe.

ingredients for stuffed jalapeno recipe

This veal recipe couldn't be any easier. Just grab your mixing bowl and mix together the ground veal and pork meat and cook it in a skillet until browned and no longer pink. Because veal tends to be pink in color, your veal will look very pale instead of dark brown.

Once the veal mixture is cooked through, you will add your cheesy ingredients and stir until combined. If your like me, you may have a hard time resisting the temptation to take a bite or two of the filling. Just for testing purposes that is!

The jalapenos need to be sliced in half and the seeds removed. Then you can add the filling to the center of the jalapeno. If your hands are sensitive to the oils from the fresh jalapeno, then I highly recommend gloves.

jalapenos that have been sliced in half and seeded

Wrap a piece of bacon around the stuffed jalapeno and secure it with a toothpick.

bacon wrapped jalapenos on a foil lined baking tray prior to baking

Bake the bacon wrapped stuffed jalapeno in the oven until the bacon is crisp and enjoy!

Keto Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

Be sure to check out Veal Made Easy website for more recipes made with veal!

What to serve with Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

I like to serve these stuffed jalapeno appetizers with a less meat heavy main course. One of my very favorite recipes it this recipe for Vegetarian Patties with Marinara Sauce. These patties are completely keto friendly and full of flavor. A perfect compliment to the bacon wrapped veal appetizer.

If your in the mood for dessert, I love this Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake for Two. Its fast to whip up in the microwave and so tasty when you eat it warm with whipped cream or ice cream!

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Keto Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

Keto Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

Shelby Law Ruttan
Fresh Jalapenos stuffed with a cheesy veal and pork filling and wrapped up in bacon. A delicious, keto appetizer that is high on fat, low on carbs, and moderate on protein. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Keto Appetizers
Cuisine Tex-Mex
Servings 8 servings
Calories 252 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz ground veal
  • 4 oz ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • ½ tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano
  • 2 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 8 whole jalapenos cut in half and seeded
  • 8 slices bacon cut in half

Instructions
 

  • Add butter to hot skillet to melt. Turn down heat to medium. Immediately add veal and pork. Cook until well browned. Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onions powder, and oregano.
  • Remove seasoned, cooked meat from burner and place in mixing bowl. Add cheddar and cream cheese and stir until combined.
  • Slice jalapenos in half and remove seeds. Using a teaspoon, fill jalapeno halves with meat filling then wrap with ½ slice of bacon. Secure with toothpick if needed.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until bacon is crisp.

Notes

Net Carbs = 1

Nutrition

Serving: 1whole stuffed jalapenoCalories: 252kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 298mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 598IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 1mg
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Balsamic Browned Butter Artichokes

November 19, 2017 by Shelby Law Ruttan 7 Comments

Roasted Turkey with Browned Butter Braised Artichokes

This post is written in partnership with CK Mondavi and Family. As always, the opinions here are all my own. #CKMondaviHoliday #CKMondaviAmbassador

A simple roasted turkey breast coated with mayonnaise and sprinkled with a little freshly ground garlic salt and pepper served alongside roasted balsamic browned butter artichokes. This turkey dinner is only made better by adding a glass of CK Mondavi and Family Chardonnay! The lemon and citrus aromas combined with the flavor of apple pairs perfectly with the moist, delicious roasted turkey breast and artichokes.

Roasted Turkey with Balsamic Browned Butter Artichokes

We are well into roasting season. The air in New York has certainly changed and while sometimes our temps are a little higher than normal, we are definitely full swing into fall season. This brings the need to warm the house and heart with some pure comfort food.

Roasted Turkey with Balsamic Browned Butter Artichokes

With Thanksgiving just days away, I decided to go ahead and make our dinner ahead of time. We will be spending the day with Grumpy's family this year, so we will be wanting our own turkey dinner at our own home also. After all, Grumpy is all about those leftovers!

Balsamic Browned Butter Artichokes

I decided to add another roasting element to our home dinner this year. If you follow me on Instagram, then over this last summer, you discovered I had a huge obsession with artichokes. I was in the habit of steaming a globe artichoke every night for dinner. I love them that much!

Baby Artichokes

A few days ago I came across some baby artichokes and needless to say, I could not resist buying them. I also bought Grumpy's favorite part of the turkey. The turkey breast. When there are just two of you in the house and Thanksgiving comes along, a whole turkey is a little overboard. For Grumpy and I, roasting just a turkey breast works best.

Simple Roasted Turkey Breast

Roasting brings out the best in all foods and this meal is over the top delicious! I have made it keto friendly for Grumpy and I as we delve into our new eating lifestyle. Not only was this roasted turkey breast full of flavor, the balsamic browned butter artichokes were out of this world! A perfect pairing on all elements from the roast, to the artichokes, and the wine!

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Other great side dishes to go with your Thanksgiving meal: Sauteed Haricots Vert

Great Thanksgiving Dessert idea: Pumpkin Spice Cake Roll with Maple Bourbon Cream

I absolutely love making these Steamed Artichokes with Lemon Garlic Aioli.


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Roasted Turkey with Browned Butter Braised Artichokes

Balsamic Browned Butter Artichokes

Shelby Law Ruttan
A delicious baby artichoke side dish with balsalmic butter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins
Total Time 3 hours hrs
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 439 kcal

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Ingredients
  

For the Turkey:

  • 1-5 lb fresh turkey breast
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1-½ tablespoons garlic grinder salt or regular garlic salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ground black pepper

For the Crispy Fried Sage

  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • ½ cup fresh sage leaves

For the Balsamic Browned Butter Artichokes

  • 24 ounces fresh baby artichokes trimmed, sliced in half with any "choke" removed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 1-½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions
 

Roasting the Turkey:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.
  • Prep turkey breast, rinse well and pat dry with paper towel. Place on rack of roasting pan. Spread with mayonnaise and sprinkle generously with garlic salt and pepper.
  • Place in oven and roast for 2-½ hours or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  • Remove from oven, tent with tinfoil, and let rest while preparing artichokes.

Preparing the Artichokes & Fried Sage

  • In a large hot skillet, melt 1 tablespoon salted butter until bubbly. turn to medium high heat and add fresh sage leaves, fry until crispy, about 1-2 minutes, swirling pan often to prevent butter from burning. Remove from heat and remove sage from pan, placing on paper towel to drain. Set aside.
  • Place prepared artichokes cut side down in skillet. Add 1 tablespoon unsalted butter to pan and place in oven (oven should still be set to 350 degrees after removing turkey). Roast for 10 minutes, carefully remove skillet from oven and flip artichokes. Return to oven and roast until artichokes are fork tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from oven and place on medium high burner. Add more butter if needed, flip artichokes back over so cut side is down. Bring butter to a bubble and lst cook about 1 minute. Butter should be browning or already browned. Add balsamic vinegar and toss to coat. Remove artichokes from skillet and arrange cut side up on platter. Drizzle with balsamic browned butter.

Notes

Net Carbs: 2
Nutrition information calculated using myfitnesspal is provided as a courtesy, but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6th recipeCalories: 439kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 50gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 1545mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2g
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Kielbasa Potato Skillet

November 15, 2017 by Shelby Law Ruttan 18 Comments

Upclose image of a plate full of kielbasa potato skillet dinner.

This Kielbasa Potato Skillet is a simple, filling dinner made with smoked sausage, tender potatoes, and spinach tossed in a tangy mustard sauce. It's the kind of one-pan meal that works well on busy evenings when you want something warm and satisfying.

Upclose overhead image of a cream colored plate with a pile of kielbasa, diced potatoes, and spinach tossed together coated in a creamy mustard sauce.

I like recipes like this that use ingredients I usually keep on hand. It reminds me of the skillet meals I grew up with, where everything cooked together and dinner was on the table without much fuss.

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Why You'll Love This Kielbasa Potato Skillet

Easy cleanup: everything cooks in one skillet, which keeps dishes to a minimum.

Bold flavor: smoked kielbasa paired with a mustard-vinegar sauce gives this dish a nice balance of savory and tangy.

Family friendly: this is a hearty kielbasa potato dinner that feels familiar and comforting.

Key Ingredients for Smoked Kielbasa Skillet

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.

A layout of ingredients to include a bag of fresh spinach, a bag of diced potatoes, a bowl of mustard sauce, and a bowl of sliced smoked kielbasa with a cutting board in front with diced onion and fresh thyme.
  • Diced potatoes: a time-saving option that cooks evenly and holds its shape in the skillet.
  • Smoked Kielbasa: adds deep, savory flavor and makes the dish satisfying.
  • Dijon mustard: brings sharpness and depth to the sauce.
  • Cider vinegar: lifts the flavors and keeps the dish from feeling heavy.
  • Fresh spinach: wilts quickly and adds color and balance.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Maple syrup can replace the brown sugar.
  • Baby kale works well in place of spinach.
  • Turkey kielbasa is a good swap for pork kielbasa.
A large green skillet with diced potatoes, onion, and browned kielbasa tossed with baby spinach.

Variations on Kielbasa Potato Skillet with Spinach

  • Add sliced mushrooms for extra texture.
  • Stir in a spoonful of sour cream at the end for a softer, creamy finish.
  • Sprinkle with shredded Swiss cheese over the top just before serving.

Tips for Skillet Potatoes and Sausage

  • Let the kielbasa brown slightly to build flavor in the pan.
  • Drain the potatoes well before adding them to the skillet.
  • Cover the pan briefly after adding spinach so it wilts evenly.

How to Store and Reheat

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or warm gently in the microwave.

More Skillet Recipes You'll Love

If skillet meals are your thing, you may enjoy my Cabbage and Kielbasa Skillet, Skillet Cod with Cilantro Lime Butter, Chipotle Chicken - Easy Skillet Recipe, and Nutella Skillet Brownie.

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Potato Kielbasa Skillet Recipe

Shelby Law Ruttan
This Kielbasa Potato Skillet is a hearty one-pan meal with smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and spinach finished in a tangy mustard sauce. It's practical, comforting, and made for everyday cooking.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 276 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet , with lid
  • Microwave safe bowl
  • mixing bowls
  • Wooden spoon , or spatula

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Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes:

  • 1½ cups Diced potatoes (or a 20 ounce bag of simply potatoes)
  • ⅓ cup water

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or 4 Tablespoons regular brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 4 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons fresh minced thyme

Remaining Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ½ cup onion diced
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¾ pound smoked kielbasa cut into ¼-inch slices
  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach

Instructions
 

  • Place diced potatoes in a microwave safe bowl and add water. Cover and microwave for 5 minutes.
  • While potatoes are in the microwave, Combine sauce ingredients and set aside.
  • In a large hot skillet, add butter, turn heat down to medium high, and melt until hot and bubbly, being careful not to burn.
  • Add onion, kielbasa, and pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes until onion is translucent and kielbasa begins to brown.
  • Remove potatoes from microwave and drain any remaining water. Add potatoes to the skillet and cook until potatoes are completely cooked through, about 10 more minutes.
  • Add sauce to potato mixture and toss to coat evenly. Add spinach, cover skillet with a lid and let simmer for 2 minutes, until spinach has wilted, tossing once or twice during the cooking time. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 10gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 582mgPotassium: 569mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2909IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 2mgNet Carbohydrates: 15g
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Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins

November 12, 2017 by Shelby Law Ruttan 14 Comments

Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen Cookbook Review - Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins

I was sent to review, Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen, a cookbook written by Carolyn Ketchum, author and blogger at All Day I Dream About Food. I was not required to write a post regarding this review. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

It's like your maple syrup, pancakes and bacon all wrapped up in a tender delicious muffin! These muffins have a wonderful maple flavor and are perfectly sweet. The touch of crispy, salty bacon just brings it all over the top delicious. Perfect with your morning cup of coffee for breakfast, or a midday snack if the sweet snacking urge hits you.

Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen Cookbook Review - Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins

Today I am sharing a recipe from my friend Carolyn's new cookbook, Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen. Carolyn also writes the food blog All Day I Dream About Food.  I have been acquainted with Carolyn's blog for several years now and was excited to be one who was able to receive a copy of her new cookbook! When I received my copy in the mail, I immediately started reading about the Ketogenic Diet. It is like a light bulb went off in my brain and I  knew this was something that was going to tremendously help Grumpy and I.

Longtime readers here on my blog know that Grumpy was diagnosed with diabetes not long after we made our move to Albany area. This threw me for a complete loop and I did what I "thought" needed to be done by continuing to cook with things like whole wheat flour, sugar free sugars, and even with real sugar. After all, the diabetic magazines promote recipes with real sugar in them!

Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins

Now, a good 5 years later, I realize that I have been doing a pretty terrible job. Grumpy's blood sugar continued to worsen and I was at a point of not knowing what on earth we were going to do. Then, Carolyn Ketchum came out with her cookbook the Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen. How this book opened my eyes! It is also so amazing that you can be blind to something, right in front of you for years, like Carolyn's blog was to me regarding the Ketogenic way of eating. I have known who Carolyn was for years, admired her food and her beautifully presented blog where everything always looked so tasty. Yet somehow I never connected her way of eating as being a way that we should have been following from the moment we found out about Grumpy's diabetes.

Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen

What I discovered was, I needed to toss out all my pasta, sugars, and flours and to start paying better attention to what I was fixing for our meals. Getting rid of those ingredients that neither one of use needed in our diets was my first step to losing 20 pounds within a month! With the Ketogenic diet you are consuming high fat, moderate protein, and low carb. Almost exactly similar to how I was told to eat for my own health situation several years ago, but had abandoned the idea thinking moderate and healthy was all I needed. (I will elaborate more on in my own health situation in my next blog post).

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I went online and found a Ketogenic Diet Calculator and figured out what my macronutrients should be for me personally. Grumpy doesn't track his food so he didn't do what I did, however he was a very good sport and went along with it. He also had been told by his doctor that he needed to get his blood sugar levels under control by his December appointment or it would be insulin shots for him. So, prior to even starting the Ketogenic Diet, Grumpy had already started to make some changes on his own (Go Grumpy!).

Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen Cookbook Review - Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins

What I didn't realize was when he weighed himself for me for this diet, he had already dropped 8 pounds from his own efforts. He has not been able to eat Keto Breads, but he has enjoyed the other recipes I have made (including the sweets). Try as I may, I have yet to make a bread recipe for him that he is willing to swap out for regular bread. Hence, he still consumes more carbs than I do and his weight loss has been less dramatic than mine. His total loss has been 10 pounds, which is nothing to scoff at! It will be great when he can go to the endocrinologist and have lost at least 10 pounds since his last visit, and hopefully, his blood sugar will be under better control also.

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Recipes like Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins (my absolute FAVORITE) recipe so far, White Chocolate Raspberry Cups, Chocolate Pecan Pie Muffins, Browned Butter Cream of Mushroom Soup, and Easy Taco Pie (all of which I have made and turned out delicious!) make this lifestyle even easier to follow.

Carolyn does a wonderful job in the beginning of her cookbook explaining the everyday keto ingredients used to make her recipes. She also gives of not so everyday ingredients, such as coconut aminos and grass-fed gelatin and collagen (just a few of the ingredients I have fell in love with using!). She explains the different low carb sweeteners and even provides you with a chart listing the sweetener, the ingredient in that sweetener, the equivalent of that sweetener to sugar, as well as the properties of that sweetener. There is a section on swaps and substitutions that is also a great resource to have.

I could go on and on but really, if you are interested in this way of eating because you 1) want to lose weight 2) want to get blood sugars under control 3) love to eat delicious food, then you NEED this Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen Cookbook! Luckily for you, one of my readers will be eligible to win their own copy! Just enter by rafflecopter below and good luck!

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In the meantime, grab this recipe (shared with permission of Carolyn Ketchum) and make these muffins! You're going to LOVE them!

📖 Recipe

Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins

Carolyn Ketchum
Everyday Tip from Carolyn: Extracts and other flavorings are really useful in recipes like this. I used to love maple syrup, but let's be honest, it's just sugar in a different form. Using maple extract gives these muffins the maple flavor I love and helps me feel like I am not missing out. Everyday Swap from Carolyn: If you don't need these muffins to be dairy-free, there's no reason you can't use melted butter in place of the avocado oil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Muffins
Calories 193 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
  • 1-½ teaspoons maple extract
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 cup 100g blanched almond flour
  • ¼ cup 27g coconut flour
  • ¼ cup granulated erythritol sweetener
  • 1-½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 8 slices bacon chopped and cooked crisp

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and line 8 standard-size muffin cups with parchment paper or silicone lines.
  • Place the eggs, almond milk, maple extract, and avocado oil in a blender. Blend on high for 10 seconds to combine.
  • Add the almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt and blend on high until the batter is smooth. Stir in about three-quarters of the cooked bacon.
  • Divid the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling about three-quarters full. Sprinkle each muffin with a little of the remaining bacon. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until the muffins are golden brown and firm to the touch.
  • Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to a month.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 193kcalCarbohydrates: 5.5gProtein: 8.5gFat: 17.6gFiber: 2.8g
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