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Pumpkin Puree can be a solid option on a keto diet if used wisely. Nutritionally, one cup of pumpkin weighs in at 12 grams carbs. It’s important to note that 3 of these grams are fiber. Therefore, the effective carb count is 9 grams per cup.

While this may seem like a large amount; consider how much puree actually goes into a recipe. Then divide it accordingly.

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Nutritional Value of Pumpkin Puree

When used sensibly, you can enjoy the flavors of the fall season as well as pumpkins excellent nutritional value.

Pumpkin is rich in Beta-Carotene (an important anti-oxidant), vitamins A and K. In addition, it has a healthy dose of copper, vitamin C, magnesium, iron, and potassium.

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With all that pumpkin has going for it, it’s easy to see why a keto’er can make pumpkin a part of their healthy diet.

Choosing the Right Pumpkin

Choosing the best pumpkin for roasting can make the puree process much easier.

I have found that sugar baby pumpkins have the best flavor and their flesh is drier than larger pumpkins. I prefer the drier flesh as it makes for a drier puree but any pumpkin will work.

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A Simple but Effective Trick for Roasting your Pumpkin

A simple but effective trick is to roast the pumpkins cut side down. This allows the excess juice to drain from the pumpkin. As a result, the flesh is drier and the puree is not as watery.

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Having the Right Tools Makes All the Difference

Having the right keto cooking tools makes life much easier when preparing recipes.

For the pumpkin puree, having a food mill makes the job quicker and therefore, less painful. I like stainless steel, as it doesn’t leach any thing into the food I’m preparing and it cleans up nicely.

Here is the one I use (affiliate link) OXO Good Grips Food Mill. I’ve had it for over 6 years now and it is practically indestructible.

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Pumpkin Puree Recipe

Macros:  Fat –  0 gms,  Net Carbs -9 gms, Protein – 2 gms

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  2. Cut pumpkin in half and clean out all the fibrous innards and pumpkin seeds. (set seeds aside for roasting)
  3. Rinse inside of pumpkin and set halves cut side down on baking sheet lined with parchment paper (for easier clean up).
  4. Roast pumpkins in oven for 25-35 minutes until pumpkin shell is easily pierced with a fork and pumpkin is soft.
  5. Allow pumpkin to cool until it is easy to handle. Be sure to keep the pumpkin cut side down while cooling. This lets the juice from the pumpkin drain and keeps the puree from getting to watery.
  6. After the pumpkin has cooled, gently scrape the flesh away from the pumpkin shell into a bowl.
  7. Put the pumpkin flesh through a food mill, food processor or mash by hand to the desired consistency.
  8. If your pumpkin is too watery (sometimes this happens with larger pumpkins), place a piece of cheese cloth in a strainer and place the strainer into the sink or over a dish to catch the water.
  9. Pour the pumpkin into the strainer and let it drain for an hour or two to remove excess water.
  10. Once drained, the pumpkin can go into the refrigerator for up to a week. In addition, pumpkin puree freezes well. Divide into desired portions and freeze up to 3 months.
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Nutrition Facts
Pumpkin Puree
Amount Per Serving
Calories 49
% Daily Value*
Total Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Protein 2g 4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Simple Keto BBQ Sauce

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Simple Keto BBQ Sauce in less than 5 minutes  √

Thick and spicy with over the top flavor  √

Sugar free, keto, gluten free and paleo approved  √

This IS the perfect Simple Keto BBQ sauce you’ve been looking for. I guarantee it!

Macros:  Fat –  4 gms,  Net Carbs – 2 gms, Protein – 1 gms  (per 2 tbsp serving)

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Thick and Tangy Simple Keto BBQ Sauce

There are three things I believe a good bbq sauce needs.

First of all, it must have great flavor. Something that tingles the taste buds. I liken it to a really good wine where the flavor lingers awhile on my tongue after it’s gone.  And so, this is key to the best bbq sauce.

Secondly, the sauce HAS to be thick. I’m not a fan of thin watery bbq sauces. I know there are those who find this okay, but I’m not one of those people. I want my sauce to stay put on what I’m grilling. What good is a sauce that runs or puddles everywhere but where you want it?

Lastly, I want my sauce without a bunch of additives, preservatives and sugar. Just simple goodness in my keto bbq sauce please.

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No ketchup needed for this tasty BBQ Sauce

Image of bbq sauce being spooned up from a glass dish. Text reads simple keto bbq sauce, 5 minute recipe and no ketchup needed.,Have you taken a look at the ingredients in ketchup? The non keto brands are filled with corn syrup, cane sugar or fructose. Yuck! Even the so called better brands may have honey or try to make the carbs better by calling the carbs organic.

On top of this, the keto store brands that do work are just down right expensive. So you might as well by the keto bbq sauce outright if you have to buy ketchup. Because of this, I don’t use ketchup in my sauce and to my amazement, I find I like it better that way. The flavor of the bbq sauce is more concentrated.

 

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Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationIf you haven’t heard of Trader Joes South African Smoke Seasoning Blend, then you are definitely missing out. This stuff is amazing! It has simple ingredients like paprika, sea salt, garlic and basil but you’d never know it.

In South Africa they smoke the seasonings. consequently the taste is incredible. It lends wonderful flavor to any dish. I use it liberally and highly recommend you give it a try. 

Buy it at Amazon here (affiliate link) → Trader Joe’s South African Smoke Seasoning Blend or find it at your nearest Trader Joe’s store. 

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Simple Keto BBQ Sauce

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  1. Melt butter and olive oil In a medium sized saucepan over med heat.
  2. Add diced onion and saute until softened and fragrant (about 2 minutes)
  3. Add spices and stir for another minute to help develop the spices for exceptional flavor.
  4. Stir in sweetener, tomato paste, tomato sauce and apple cider vinegar. Cover and cook over low to medium heat until sauce is bubbly and fragrant. About 2 minutes.
  5. Use immediately, or pour into glass jar and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Makes a little over 12 ounces or about 12 servings.
Recipe Notes

A few things of note.

  1. I know, pumpkin pie spice is a bit unusual, but trust me. This spice has the cloves, allspice, etc. you would get in ketchup and gives your sauce an extra layer of flavor.
  2. Use more red pepper flakes if you like your bbq sauce on the spicy side.
  3. Trader Joes South African Smoke Seasoning blend is optional, but as I said before... this stuff is amazing!
  4. As always with keto cooking, feel free to use your sweetener of choice, though the golden is my favorite for this recipe. 

Nutrition Facts
Simple Keto BBQ Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 51 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g 6%
Total Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Protein 1g 2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Keto Blueberry Balsamic Chicken

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I must confess, when it comes to this Keto blueberry balsamic chicken dish all convention goes out the window. I can’t help it. It’s that good. The combination of sweet blueberries, maple syrup and balsamic is so full of flavor, it’s frightening.

So consequently, I lick my plate.

There, I said it. Yes, I’m ashamed of my lack of self control, but when it comes to this dish I can’t help it.  Don’t blame me, if you find yourself in the same predicament. I’ve done my best to warn you.

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Macros:  Fat – 21 gms,  Net Carbs – 8 gms, Protein – 21 gms

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Add a little pizzazz to your diet with Keto Blueberry Balsamic Chicken

One of the things  I’ve wondered about since starting keto is why the meals we eat can’t have a little more pizazz.

I get tired of eating the same old things. Cheese, almond flour, and proteins all have their place in the keto order of things, but it does get boring.

Image of blueberries in a white bowlThis is why I enjoy a little something out of the ordinary once in awhile like keto blueberry balsamic chicken. The carb content may be a little higher with the blueberries and balsamic, but it’s worth it. To offset the little bit of higher carb content for this dish, I watch the other carbs i’m eating for the day. It’s as simple as that.

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I don’t know how I would manage without a kitchen food scale on keto. Sometimes I need to know precise measurements that measuring cups don’t always allow for. I have been using the same Ozeri digital scale for several years now and I love it. It’s the perfect size to tuck away when I need to, but works like a champ. I highly recommend it.

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Keto Blueberry Balsamic Chicken

Keto Blueberry Balsamic Chicken

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Servings:4 Prep Time:5 Cook Time:40
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  • 12 oz chicken skinless, boneless (4, 4oz chicken breasts )
  • 2 tsp salt divided
  • 1 tsp pepper divided
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 3 tbsp butter divided
  • 1 small onion white, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup keto maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp rosemary fresh, chopped
  • 1 tbsp oregano fresh, chopped

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  • 12 oz chicken skinless, boneless (4, 4oz chicken breasts )
  • 2 tsp salt divided
  • 1 tsp pepper divided
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 3 tbsp butter divided
  • 1 small onion white, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup keto maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp rosemary fresh, chopped
  • 1 tbsp oregano fresh, chopped

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Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Season chicken with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. Set aside.
  3. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until butter is melted and hot and bubbly.
  4. Add the seasoned chicken to the hot pan and sear for about 4 minutes on each side until chicken is lightly browned.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pan and place in oven proof baking dish. Set aside while making the blueberry balsamic glaze.
  6. With the same pan used for searing the chicken, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Heat over medium heat until butter has melted.
  7. Add the thinly sliced onions and turn heat to low. Cook onions until softened, fragrant and slightly caramelized. About 5 minutes.
  8. Stir in balsamic, maple syrup, rosemary, oregano and remaining salt and pepper. Simmer on low for another 5 minutes to concentrate sauce. Stir in blueberries and remove from heat.
  9. Pour the blueberry balsamic mixture over chicken and place baking dish in the oven for 20 minutes. When done, Chicken should no longer be pink in the middle and reach an internal temp of 165 degrees F.
  10. When serving, remove chicken from baking dish and serve with blueberry balsamic glaze spooned over the top of each chicken breast.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition Facts
Keto Blueberry Balsamic Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 318 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21g 32%
Total Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Protein 21g 42%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

As you read my blog and try my recipes you’ll notice that I recommend products or services I’ve found helpful.  The products and services are recommended because I use them and think you might find them helpful too. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services at no extra cost to you. 

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Goat Cheese and Asparagus Quiche

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The Goat Cheese and Asparagus Quiche is a favorite of mine when asparagus is in season. The quiche is full of flavor and so good for you.

Macros:  Fat – 27 gms,  Net Carbs – 4 gms, Protein – 12 gms

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Goat Cheese and Asparagus Quiche is a healthy Powerhouse

As you know, eating healthy low carb veggies is important on a Keto diet. Fortunately the Goat Cheese and Asparagus Quiche is packed with them. The spinach and asparagus is a good source  of fiber and nutrients you need everyday. These delicious vegetables contain vitamin’s K, A, B2, B6, E, and C. You’ll also find  manganese, folate and copper in them too. A healthy powerhouse indeed.

image of a black cast iron pan with goat cheese and asparagus quiche insideA Sure Crowd Pleaser

The combination of fresh vegetables with the salty bite and tang of goat cheese is amazing.  This gourmet dish is definitely a step above the average quiche. For more flavor be sure to add the sprinkle of fresh chopped dill just before serving. I guarantee it will leave your guests impressed and smiling, keto and non-keto alike.

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Keto Goat Cheese and Asparagus Quiche

A flavorful combination that is pleasing to look at and even better to eat. It would make a nice addition for a special occasion brunch on Mom’s Day, Father’s Day and other special holidays like Easter and Christmas. But I’ll admit, I like it just fine any day of the year.

Keto Goat Cheese and Asparagus Quiche is a favorite of mine when asparagus is in season. Not only is it full of flavor it also has tasty vegies that are great on keto and full of fiber, vitamins and nutrients. 27 gms fat, 12 gms protein, 4 gms net carbs. #ketobreakfastrecipes #ketobrunchideas
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A combination of fresh vegetables with the salty bite and tang of goat cheese. Deliciously keto and low carb.
Servings:6 Prep Time:10 Cook Time:35
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  • 1 1/2 cup spinach leaves Fresh
  • 2 lg shallots thinly sliced
  • 10 asparagus spears washed and patted dry
  • 6 oz goat cheese crumbled, separated
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil separated
  • 1 tsp sea salt plus additional for seasoning asparagus
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper plus additional for seasoning asparagus
  • 1 tsp hot sauce optional
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
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  • 1 1/2 cup spinach leaves Fresh
  • 2 lg shallots thinly sliced
  • 10 asparagus spears washed and patted dry
  • 6 oz goat cheese crumbled, separated
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil separated
  • 1 tsp sea salt plus additional for seasoning asparagus
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper plus additional for seasoning asparagus
  • 1 tsp hot sauce optional
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Prepare asparagus by placing it on a baking sheet. Pour 1 tbsp of olive oil on top with a few sprinkles of sea salt and a grind or two of black pepper. Stir gently to incorporate oil on all sides of the asparagus. Set aside.
  3. In large iron skillet heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium high heat.
  4. Add shallots to the pan and cook until they are softened and fragrant. Remove them from pan and set aside.
  5. Crack eggs into a medium sized bowl and whisk to blend.
  6. Add salt, pepper, hot sauce, cream and whole milk. Whisk all ingredients to combine.
  7. Before adding ingredients to your pan, make sure it is well oiled to prevent sticking.
  8. In layers, spread the spinach and then follow with the shallots. Sprinkle 5 oz of the goat cheese atop the shallots, reserving 1 oz of goat cheese to for later.
  9. Next, pour the egg mixture on top of the layered vegetables and goat cheese and poke down spinach into egg mixture so that it's mostly covered.
  10. Place the asparagus and quiche into a pre-heated 375 degree oven for 20 minutes. Check asparagus after 15 minutes and remove if tender.
  11. Once quiche has been allowed to cook for 20 minutes, remove it from the from oven.
  12. Being careful with the hot pan, place the tender roasted asparagus on top of the quiche and push down slightly to set in place. Return the pan to the hot oven and continue cooking until quiche is set in the middle and slightly browned around the edges (about 15 minutes).
  13. Once the quiche is set, remove it from the oven, sprinkle with the chopped dill, and the remaining goat cheese. Let rest 5 minutes. Cut and serve.
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Nutrition Facts
Goat Cheese and Asparagus Quiche - Keto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 333 Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 27g 42%
Total Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Protein 12g 24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

As you read my blog and try my recipes you will notice that I recommend products or services that I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.


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Keto Lemon Berry Tart

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The Keto Lemon Berry Tart is a simple and elegant way to highlight the summer with it’s seasonal berries. The light lemon filling is not overly sweet and plays perfectly with the almond tart crust. Best of all, it’s Keto friendly and gluten free.

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Keto Lemon Berry Tart

I moved to Idaho several years ago from sunny Southern California and have barely looked back. One of the main reasons for the move was my desire to experience the four seasons in all their glory. Idaho has not disappointed me in the least. There is always something to enjoy and look forward to, no matter what time of the year it is.

Currently, spring has sprung and I’m enjoying the tulips peaking up along the borders of my backyard. At the same time, I must admit I’m already dreaming of the strawberries, raspberries and blackberries that are sure to follow, come summer.

So, in celebration of the fruitful season of summer I have put together this fresh berry tart. I hope you enjoy it as much as the hubs and I do. It’s a special summertime treat.

The Preparation

To begin with, preheat your oven to 350 degrees and gather up the ingredients you’ll need for the Keto Lemon Berry Tart. While you are rounding up your ingredients, don’t forget the swerve as I did in the picture below. A purely rookie mistake that I’d like to say won’t happen again, but seriously, who am I kidding.

Next, line an 8-inch pie pan with parchment paper and then set the pan aside. The parchment paper is important because it helps to keep your tart from sticking. It also makes it much easier to remove the tart when plating.

[image of several different sized bowls filled with ingredients on a plate for the keto lemon berry tart. The ingredients shown are lemon juice, cinnamon, cream cheese, cream, almonds, and strawberries

The Process

The Keto Lemon Berry Tart Crust

Place the raw almonds in a food processor and pulse until almonds are coarsely ground. When you are grinding, be careful not to over process the almonds. Otherwise, you’ll be making almond butter and that’s a whole different recipe for another day.

[image of almonds in a food processor]

Next, add the melted butter, cinnamon and swerve to the coarsely ground almonds. Give the ingredients a few pulses with the food processor.  After you have blended the ingredients, the almonds should be moist and clump together. If not, add another tbsp of melted butter and pulse again to combine.

[image of a food processor with ground almonds and cinnamon. An empty dish, stained with cinnamon sits next to the food processor]

Grab your parchment lined pan and scoop the mixture into the middle of the pan. Then, using your fingers, pat the mixture to form an even crust on the bottom of the pan. Once your crust is formed, slip it into the oven already preheated to 350 degrees. Bake for 10 minutes. When done, the crust will be bubbly and a bit soft. Remove the crust from the oven and put it in the refrigerator to cool while making your lemon filling for the Keto Lemon Berry Tart.

[image of almond tart crust in pie pan on white napkin]

The Keto Lemon Berry Tart Filling

You can make the lemon filling for the tart while our crust is baking. If you haven’t cubed your cream cheese, do so now. When cutting up the cream cheese, I find that one inch squares are perfect. The cream cheese then fits easily into the food processor and blends up quickly.

[image of cream cheese, lemon juice and swerve in a food processor]

Put the cubed cream cheese in the processor along with your heavy cream, lemon juice and swerve. Then blend until smooth and creamy.

[image of blended lemon filling in a food processor]

Place the lemon filling into the refrigerator while waiting for the tart crust to cool.

The Finish

Once the tart crust is cool to the touch, it is time to put the Keto Lemon Berry Tart together. Remove the filling from the refrigerator and spread the filling over the top of the crust.

[image of lemon filling being spread onto an almond tart crust]

After the filling is spread, place the berries decoratively on top of the Keto Lemon Berry Tart filling. I change up the berries to whatever I am in the mood for at the moment. In the picture I used strawberries sliced in halves, blueberries and raspberries. Once blackberries come in season, you can bet I’ll be placing a few of those on top as well.

[image two views of a Keto. Lemon Berry Tart. the first view is from the top of the tart and the second view is from the side. At the top of the image is written Keto Lemon Berry Tart. In the middle of the image is written low carb, gluten free. At the bottom of the image is written ketofoodification.com

Feel free to slice the Keto Lemon Berry Tart right out of the pan or you can plate it on a pretty dish for a grand entrance. When you remove the tart, use a spatula to carefully slide it onto the plate bringing the parchment paper along. This technique helps to prevent breakage and keeps the tart in one piece.

Keto Lemon Berry Tart

[image is a view of a keto lemon berry tart from the top. Strawberries, raspberries and blueberries form a decorative circular pattern on top of a white filling]
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The Keto Lemon Berry Tart is a simple and elegant way to highlight the summer with it's seasonal berries. The light lemon filling is not overly sweet and plays perfectly with the almond tart crust. Best of all, it's Keto friendly and gluten free.
Servings:4people Prep Time:10minutes Cook Time:10minutes
Ingredients
  • Tart Crust
  • 3/4 cup Raw almonds
  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp swerve
  • Lemon Filling
  • 6 oz cream cheese cubed
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup swerve
  • 1 cup berries
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Ingredients
  • Tart Crust
  • 3/4 cup Raw almonds
  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp swerve
  • Lemon Filling
  • 6 oz cream cheese cubed
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup swerve
  • 1 cup berries
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Instructions
The Preparation
  1. Gather up your ingredients and preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Line an 8-inch pie pan or tart pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
Keto Lemon Berry Tart Crust
  1. Place the raw almonds in a food processor and pulse almonds until coarsely ground.
  2. Add melted butter, cinnamon and swerve to the coarsely ground almonds and pulse a few times until almonds are moistened and the cinnamon is combined. If the ingredients are too dry, add an additional tbsp of melted butter and pulse again.
  3. Scoop the almond mixture onto the parchment lined pie pan and pat it out to cover the bottom of the pan.
  4. Bake the tart crust in a preheated 350 degree oven for 10 minutes.
  5. Remove the crust from the oven and place it in the refrigerator to cool.
Keto Lemon Berry Tart Filling
  1. Place the cubed cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice and swerve into the food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Place the lemon filling into the refrigerator while the tart crust is cooling.
The Finish
  1. Once the tart crust is cool to the touch, spread the lemon filling on top.
  2. Remove the tart from the pan carefully using the parchment paper and a flat spatula.
  3. Place the berries on top as desired.
  4. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes

When making your Keto Lemon Berry Tart feel free to use any sugar free sweetener that works for you. I have listed the nutrition information for 4 servings but the tart could easily serve 6.

Net Carbs: 4 (after removing fiber content).

Nutrition Facts
Keto Lemon Berry Tart
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 Calories from Fat 270
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 30g 46%
Sodium 206mg 9%
Potassium 115mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 4g 8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

Today’s Recommendations

Essential Equipment

The Ninja 400-Watt Blender/Food Processor.  My favorite thing about the Ninja is how easy it is to use, and clean-up is a breeze.  An added plus is how portable it is. My regular food processor has so many parts and pieces to manage, I usually grab my Ninja first for chopping, or blending. Best of all, the price is reasonable.

Other Recipes you might enjoy:

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Keto Buttery Maple Syrup

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Keto Breakfast Biscuits

 

Stock Your Pantry

Swerve has quickly become my sweetener of choice when I am looking for a white sugar replacement. I love that swerve has both granular and confectioner ‘s as I use both frequently. Amazon’s prices are equal to what you find in the store and they deliver! A win-win in my book.

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How to Make Homemade Infused Chili Oil

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Make your own homemade infused chili oil for a simple way to create great flavor in the recipes you prepare. For example, use infused rosemary oil to add flavor to keto pizza sauce. You can also add infused hot chili oil to roasted vegetables for a little extra zip. Infused Garlic oil is perfect for flavoring  meat, poultry, or a homemade salad dressing. The list of ways to use these wonderful bursts of flavor is endless.

3 small square dishes that contain olive oil, dried chili peppers, garlic, and rosemary. Ingredients for homemade infused chili oil.

Make you own infused oil and save money

Unfortunately, it’s hard to find infused oils in the store and when you do they are usually pricey.  The great news is they are simple to make. I’ve put together a couple recipes that I use that come together quickly. I love how they create an additional layer of flavor in my recipes with only a minimal amount of effort.

3 bottles that contain olive oil, garlic, dried chili peppers and dried rosemary.

Homemade Infused Chili Oil

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  1. Wipe down your dried chili peppers to remove any dust or debris and air dry,
  2. Once dry, place the chili peppers into a clean sterilized jar.
  3. Add olive oil.
  4. Place the uncapped bottle in a slow cooker. Add water to the slow cooker until it covers about half the bottle.
  5. Leave the lid off the slow cooker. Set to low heat and allow the oil to cook for 48 hours. (Watch the water level and add warm water as necessary)
  6. Remove the oil, place the cap on and refrigerate until ready to use.
Recipe Notes

The oil may cloud up a bit in the refrigerator, but the oil is still okay. Once the bottle is removed from the cold and allowed to warm up a bit, the cloudiness will go away.

For best results use the oil within 1 - 2 months.

Todays Recommendations

Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationGreat Keto Cooking tools are a must for keto dieters. Think about it. We cook most, if not all, our meals from scratch. This can be a real drain on time and difficult to deal with in our crazy fast paced lives. Having tools that save time can be invaluable. See my recommended Keto Cooking Tools, Products and Services here.

Oil bottle perfect for Homemade infused chili oil. My pick for today is the TableCraft H931 Siena 16 Oz. Green Tint Glass Oil Bottle.The design is beautiful and I love the pour spout that makes it easy to use. It’s the perfect size for making homemade infused chili oil. I also recommend getting these  Stainless steel funnels from Norpro. They last a lot longer than plastic funnels and are a cinch to clean up.
Stainless steel funnels perfect for filing bottles with homemade infused chili oil
Buy them at Amazon TableCraft H931 Siena 16 Oz. Green Tint Glass Oil Bottle, Stainless Steel Funnels from Norpro.

You may also want to try these other great recipes for infused oil:

Homemade Infused Rosemary Oil

Homemade Infused Garlic Oil

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Easy Keto Greek Chicken

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Easy Keto Greek Chicken is a high flavor, low maintenance dish and one of my all time favorite recipes. The main reason for this is because it’s a quick dish to throw together and looks beautiful.  A bona fide keto foodie’s dream recipe.

Macros:  Fat –  38 gms,  Net Carbs -4.5 gms, Protein – 33 gms

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Easy Keto Greek Chicken: Perfect For Entertaining

I have served this dish many times when entertaining and it has always received rave reviews. One of the reasons I enjoy serving it, besides the obvious of how great it tastes, is because it is so simple to make. This gives me more time to spend with my guests. In addition, it also pairs well with a nice robust clean red wine and I’m a pushover for a good red.

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An amazing easy Keto Greek Chicken dish wouldn’t be as great without the chicken thighs. 

Image of Easy Keto Greek Chicken in a skillet. Text Reads Easy Keto Greek Chicken. Text reads Easy Keto Greek ChickenI have to admit when I started keto and learned that chicken thighs were back on the table I did a little happy dance. I know, we have all bought the party line that chicken breasts are healthy and thighs are the devil. Therefore, with jubilation I accepted the fact “it just ain’t so”.

Chicken thighs taste so good with their juicy flavor while chicken breasts tend to be dry and flavorless. It didn’t take me long to jump on the chicken thigh bandwagon. About 5 seconds to be exact.

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Todays Recommendations

Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationGreat Keto Cooking tools are a must for keto dieters. Think about it. We cook most, if not all, our meals from scratch. This can be a real drain on time and difficult to deal with in our crazy fast paced lives. Having tools that save time can be invaluable. See my recommended Keto Cooking Tools, Products and Services here.

Image of two frying pansMy pick for today is the All-clad HA1 Hard Anodized non-stick Frying Pans. I am seriously in love with these pans. They clean up beautifully and are PFOA-free and scratch resistant. They may cost a touch more, but will last forever and worth every penny.  

Buy them at Amazon Here

New to Keto?

Are you new to the idea of Keto and want to know more about what it’s all about? I have some great resources that explain exactly what a keto diet is and why it may be of benefit. Find them at Keto Diet Resources and The Keto Diet Beginner’s Guide.

Easy Keto Greek Chicken Recipe

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  1. Rinse and pat dry chicken and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Set aside while you prepare your vegetables.
  2. Thinly slice the onions, dice the tomatoes, and slice in half the kalamata olives and gather your spices.
The Process
  1. Heat large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add olive oil to the skillet.
  3. Once oil is sizzling, carefully add chicken thighs to skillet skin side down. Cover the pan to prevent splatter and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until chicken is evenly browned. Turn chicken and brown other side. Once the chicken is browned, remove it from the pan and set aside while you are making the sauce.
  4. Add the thinly slice onions to the pan and cook over medium heat until the onions are slightly browned and fragrant. About 4 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic and stir for one minute.
  6. Add plum tomatoes, saved juice, chicken broth and seasonings. Turn up heat until mixture is simmering.
  7. Add chicken to sauce, spooning sauce over the top and cover. Simmer chicken for 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  8. Remove chicken from heat and stir in olives and arugula.
  9. Add salt and pepper to taste, if desired. Serve chicken hot with sauce spooned over it.
Recipe Notes

If you like a thicker sauce, you can remove the chicken after it is cooked and add 1/4 tsp of xanthum gum to the sauce to thicken. Then stir in kalamata olives and arugula. Serve chicken with sauce spooned over it.

Nutrition Facts
Easy Keto Greek Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 516 Calories from Fat 342
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 38g 58%
Total Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%
Protein 33g 66%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Keto Italian Roasted Vegetables

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°Keto Italian roasted vegetables help to provide essential vitamins and nutrients on the keto diet. These vitamins and minerals are important since they help to keep our body functioning in the best way possible.

Macros:  Fat – 11 gms,  Net Carbs -4 gms, Protein – 5 gms

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Not all Carbs are Created Equal

Image of assortment of low carb vegetables. Text reads Keto Italian Roasted Vegetables, Essential carbs for the keto dietIt’s important to supply our body with the essential vitamins and minerals it needs to keep it running in optimal condition. The keto diet and it’s restrictions on carbs can sometimes make this difficult. Keto Italian Roasted vegetables can help. The vegetables in this recipe are all considered low carb and have a nice amount of fiber making them a perfect choice. The higher fiber content in these veggies helps to lower the overall net carbs.

When choosing your veggies watch out for those that are high in starches, such as corn, peas, and potatoes. While they do have value in the vitamins and minerals they provide, they can kick you out of ketosis rather quickly.

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Keto Italian Roasted Vegetables – The most bang for your buck

Keto Italian roasted vegetables offer some of the best options for your essential vitamins and minerals. Collectively they are a good source of Protein, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Niacin, Phosphorus and Copper, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Riboflavin,Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, Pantothenic Acid, Folate, Magnesium, Potassium and Manganese.

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Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationImage of a box of Parchment paper. text reads Reynolds Kitchens cookie baking sheets. Great Keto Cooking tools are a must for keto dieters. Think about it. We cook most, if not all, our meals from scratch. This can be a real drain on time and difficult to deal with in our crazy fast paced lives. Having tools that save time can be invaluable.

Reynolds Kitchens Baking Sheets

One of the things I find to be indispensable in my Keto kitchen is parchment paper. A simple product that makes my clean-up easy and well worth the additional cost in the time it saves. The added benefit is that my food doesn’t stick to the pan. I love, love, love this.

I prefer using the pre cut sheets. That way I get what I need every single time without waste and I don’t have to mess with cutting it to size.

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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Place parchment paper on baking sheet, set aside.
  3. Clean and prepare vegetables.
The Process
  1. Place prepared vegetables, olive oil and seasonings in a large bowl. Mix well to evenly spread olive oil and seasonings onto vegetables.
  2. Spoon vegetables onto prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
  4. Roast vegetables in 375 degree oven, until veggies are soft and slightly brown on the edges.
  5. Remove from oven and serve hot.
Recipe Notes

This recipe is highly adaptable. Feel free to change up the veggies or add some if you's like. Just be aware of the carb content. Some approved low carb additions I like are cherry tomatoes and mushrooms. They add color and mushrooms are an excellent source of potassium.

Nutrition Facts
Keto Roasted Italian Vegetables
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g 17%
Total Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Protein 5g 10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

As you read my blog and try my recipes you will notice that I recommend products or services that I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.

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Keto Southwestern Chili

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Keto Southwestern Chili is the perfect instant pot meal. It can be thrown together on a busy weeknight in minutes and is on the table in less than 45. It has quickly become one of our family favorites.

Macros:  Fat – 15 gms,  Net Carbs -7 gms, Protein – 12 gms

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Nothing beats Keto Southwestern Chili on a cold winter night

During the winter months I love curling up with a good book in front of the fireplace. There’s something extra special about being warm and cozy inside while the snow flies outside. I could sit and watch the snow fall all day. Unfortunately, I rarely have that luxury. Life is hectic and busy.

That’s why I enjoy Keto Southwestern Chili. It helps when everything is hectic. I can throw it together in minutes in my instant pot and it’s ready to eat speedy quick. It allows me more time to savor the time I do have and warms me from the inside out on those cold winter nights.

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Image of a white bowl with Keto instant pot southwestern chili topped with cheddar cheese and avocado slicesKeto Southwestern Chile Meal Prep

All of the ingredients for the keto southwestern chili can be prepared ahead of time. Clean and prepare your vegetables ahead and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationGreat Keto Cooking tools are a must for keto dieters. Think about it. We cook most, if not all, our meals from scratch. This can be a real drain on time and difficult to deal with in our crazy fast paced lives. Having tools that save time can be invaluable.

Instant Pot 6 Qt 6-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Sauté, Steamer, and Warmer

Without a doubt my Instant Pot is one of my favorite tools when cooking keto.  It is so simple to use and I can cook up something delicious in a short amount of time. It also saves me in cleaning time, because I do virtually everything right in the pot.

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Resources for the Keto Diet

Are you looking to know more about the Keto Diet and not sure where to start?

Find answers in the Keto Diet Beginner’s Guide and additional resources at Keto Diet Resources

Keto Southwestern Chili

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  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 16 oz ground beef
  • 16 oz Fire Roasted tomatoes Diced
  • 16 oz Salsa
  • 12 oz mushrooms quartered
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
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  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 16 oz ground beef
  • 16 oz Fire Roasted tomatoes Diced
  • 16 oz Salsa
  • 12 oz mushrooms quartered
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
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  1. Gather your ingredients.
  1. Plug in your instant pot and press the saute button to begin heating your pan.
The Process
  1. Once the instant pot is hot, Pour in the 2 tbsp olive oil and add the chopped onion.
  2. Cook the onions until softened and translucent. About 3 minutes.
  3. Add the celery, and continue to saute until the celery is softened.
  4. Add the ground beef to the onion mixture and cook until the ground beef is browned.
  5. Shut off the instant pot and add the rest of your ingredients to the pan. Stirring to incorporate all the ingredients.
  6. Place the lid on your instant pot and hit the manual button.
  7. Adjust the time for 20 minutes, close the valve to prevent the steam from escaping.
  8. After the instant pot completes its cooking cycle release the valve on the instant pot and allow the steam to escape. Then remove the lid.
  9. Stir the chili and serve topped with sour cream, cheese and sliced avocado if desired.
Recipe Notes

Any sugar free salsa will work with this recipe. I prefer a medium spicy salsa to give my chili a little extra zip. Try different types of salsa to change up the flavor profile.

The nutrition label does not include the extra condiments such as cheese, sour cream or avocado. I add the avocado to increase my fat content. Be sure to include the extra condiment calculations in your macros if you are keeping track.

Nutrition Facts
Keto Instant Pot Southwestern Chili
Amount Per Serving
Calories 231 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g 23%
Total Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Protein 12g 24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

As you read my blog and try my recipes you will notice that I recommend products or services that I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.

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Keto Homemade Breakfast Sausage

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I prefer to make my own Keto Homemade Breakfast Sausage to buying expensive sugar free breakfast sausage at the market. Living the keto lifestyle is not exactly cheap, so saving a little money whenever I can is a bonus. Furthermore, when I make my own sausage I control what goes into it and I can adjust the seasonings to suit my taste.

Macros:  Fat – 17 gms,  Net Carbs – 0.2 gms, Protein – 10 gms

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Many Uses for Keto Homemade Breakfast Sausage

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There are so many great ways to use the Keto Homemade breakfast sausage.  For example, you can whip up a great sausage pasta sauce and serve it over spiralized zucchini. Another option is to use it as a topping on a keto pizza.

If you like sausage for breakfast, then you may like this sausage biscuits and gravy recipe from Ruled Me. But, my all-time favorite use for this delicious sausage is the Keto Mac Griddle breakfast sandwich.

I’d love to hear how you use your breakfast sausage and see some of your favorite recipes. Feel free to leave a message in the comments below with a link to your favorite recipe.

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Homemade Breakfast Sausage is Perfect For Keto Meal Prep

The homemade breakfast sausage is great for keto meal prep. Make up a double batch and pre-cook your sausage. I form patties, links and some bulk sausage that I cook ahead of time. The pre-cooked sausage freezes well or refrigerate it for up to a week. The added fat keeps it moist and tender and it tastes great warmed up in the microwave.

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If  you want to know more about the keto Diet and what it’s benefits are – Start here.

See how the keto diet is making a difference at My Keto Story

Todays Recommendations

Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationThe Ninja 400-Watt Blender/Food Processor.

My favorite thing about the Ninja is how easy it is to use, and clean-up is a breeze.  An added plus is how portable it is. My regular food processor has so many parts and pieces to manage, I usually grab my Ninja first for chopping, or blending. Best of all, it is reasonably priced.

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Keto Homemade Breakfast Sausage Recipe

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  2. Place the ground pork, additional fat and all the spices into your ninja, (or chosen) food processor and pulse until all ingredients are incorporated into the ground pork. (do not over mix, as this tends to make the sausage tough).
  3. Remove sausage from food processor and form into desired shapes or leave as bulk sausage.
Recipe Notes

Servings are listed for 8 (2 0z) patties or 16 1 0z sausage links. To pre-cook the sausages, cook over medium heat until sausage is browned on all sides. Freeze pre-cooked sausage, or store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freshly ground pork sausage can be frozen without cooking with good results if the ground pork was not previously frozen.

Nutrition Facts
Keto Homemade Breakfast Sausage
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17g 26%
Total Carbohydrates 0.3g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g 0%
Protein 10g 20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

 

As you read my blog and try my recipes you will notice that I recommend products or services that I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.

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Keto Pizza Sauce

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Making a fabulous keto pizza starts and ends with a great keto pizza sauce.

Macros:  Fat – 5 gms,  Net Carbs – 2 gms, Protein –1 gms

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What makes a fabulous Keto Pizza Sauce?

image of a dish with keto pizza sauce . a spoon with sauce on it lies next to the dish. Test reads Easy Keto Pizza Sauce. text reads ready in 5 min, Easy Thick and Zesty Keto Pizza sauceTo begin with, the best keto pizza sauce should be thick.

Why? Because a thick sauce is perfect for spreading and stays where it’s put on your Keto pizza crust. Besides, a thick pizza sauce is the perfect vehicle for all those delicious toppings and it gives your cheese a great place to melt on.

Next, the keto pizza sauce has to have a little extra kick. I’m not talking about a burn your mouth and where’s the water kinda kick. This kick is subtle, but has just enough zing to let the savory flavor of your pizza sauce linger awhile.

Seriously, Your taste buds deserve something to think about and a fabulous keto pizza sauce will send them soaring.

Make your taste buds sing

image of a dish with keto pizza sauce . a spoon with sauce on it lies next to the dish. Test reads Easy Keto Pizza Sauce. text reads Easy Thick and Zesty Keto Pizza sauceSo, how do we get those taste buds to sing?

By using simple ingredients with the perfect mix of herbs and spices and just the right amount of fat to keep it keto.

The best part is, the sauce doesn’t have to be cooked all day. In fact, 5 minutes will do it and know one will ever know you didn’t cook the pizza sauce all day long,

 

Let’s sum it all up

It takes only 5 minutes to create a great pizza sauce that will turn any ho hum pizza into a masterpiece and make your taste buds sing,

I like the sound of that!

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Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto Foodification

Microplane 40020 Classic Zester/Grater

After my keto pizza sauce is done and i’m ready to make my fabulous keto pizza I reach for my microplane and get to work. I love how easy it is to grate my parmesan cheese with this handy tool. It works so well and is cleans up quickly.

Of course, I use it for zesting lemons, grating ginger (I freeze my ginger to make it easier to work with and it lasts longer that way too!) I definitely recommend a microplane for any serious keto kitchen.

Buy the Microplane 40020 Classic Zester/Grater (affiliate link)  here.

Other Recipes you might enjoy:

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Keto Pizza Dough

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Keto Personal Pan Pizza

Great Buys

I love these colorful ceramic coated fry pans from GreenLife. They’re perfect for making Keto Personal Pan Pizza’s.  Furthermore, they are safe to use with ceramic non-stick coating manufactured without PFAS and PFOA, lead or cadmium. These beauties are also oven safe up to 350° F.    Get yours at (affiliate link) Amazon.

Would you like to know more about the Keto Diet? Start here where you can find information on what a keto diet is, it’s risks and benefits, and if the keto diet is right for you.

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  1. In a medium sized sauce pan that has a lid, stir all the ingredients together.
  2. Place over medium heat and stir until sauce is bubbling.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 minutes.
  4. Turn off heat and stir sauce. Adjust seasonings to your taste.
Recipe Notes

If you find your sauce is too thick add a few tablespoons of water to thin as desired. Sauce can be used immediately, refrigerated for up to a week, or frozen for later use.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own.  Do not rely solely on my calculations.

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Pizza Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 61 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g 8%
Total Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Protein 1g 2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Keto Buttery Maple Syrup

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I have to admit I’m quite shameless when it comes to my keto buttery maple syrup. I put it on everything. For example, in the morning I put it in my bullet coffee, on my Instant Noatmeal and on my Mac Griddle breakfast sandwich. The buttery maple flavor goes so well with everything and it’s keto!

Macros:  Fat – 4 gms,  Net Carbs – 0 gms, Protein – 0 gms

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I love to experiment when I’m cooking, hence I blog.

The hubs says I rarely cook anything the same way twice. And he is right, I don’t. This is why I love blogging. I put my recipes out in the blogosphere where I have a permanent record of what I created. So, I can refer back to it now and again, and maybe possibly make the same thing twice. If, I keep my tweaking to a minimum.

Keto Buttery Maple Syrup: Not Just for Breakfast

If you love to experiment like I do, consider using the Keto Buttery Maple Syrup outside your comfort zone. Try it on your pork chops as a maple glaze (recipe coming) or use it on the Keto pizza dough as a base for a delicious keto dessert pizza. The possibilities are endless.

Image of a plate of pancakes with keto buttery maple syrup being poured onto them.

Recommendations

Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto Foodificationimage of a syrup dispenser with a red lidToday I’m recommending a simple syrup dispenser. The cute little dispenser holds almost a double batch of keto buttery maple syrup. The container is perfect for storing your syrup and adds a decorative touch to your breakfast table.

Buy it at Amazon. Good Cook Glass Syrup Dispenser, 12 oz, Clear

image of a bottle of boyajian maple extractBy far, my most favorite maple extract. While Boyajian Maple Extract it is a bit more expensive than the average maple extract, you are paying for quality that makes a difference

Buy it at Amazon. Boyajian Maple Extract

 

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  1. Gather your ingredients and a medium sized skillet to cook your syrup in.
The Procedure
  1. Place 4 tbsp butter in skillet and heat on low until butter is melted.
  2. Add 1/4 tsp vanilla bean powder (or 1 tsp) vanilla extract and 1 tsp maple extract to butter and cook for two minutes until butter is slightly browned.
  3. Add 3/4 cup water. Stir until butter and water are incorporated.
  4. Add 1/4 cup swerve confectioners sugar. Whisk until mixture is smooth and the lumps are gone.
  5. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp Xanthum gum over mixture and stir until maple syrup is thickened. If the syrup is too thick add a little water until proper consistency.
Recipe Notes

If you want your maple syrup to be a little darker, experiment with adding 1 tsp or 2 of powdered espresso.  The flavor only changes slightly, but adds a darker richer color to your maple syrup.

The syrup will last refrigerated up to 4 weeks.

Nutrition Facts
Keto Buttery Maple Syrup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 36 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g 6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own.  Do not rely solely on my calculations.

Still wondering what the keto diet is all about? Check out these resources for more information on the keto diet.

As you read my blog and try my recipes you’ll notice I recommend products or services  I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.

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Keto Mac Griddle Sandwich

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The Keto Mac Griddle breakfast sandwich is my healthy keto version of Mickey D’s Sausage McGriddles. In my view, it is spot on for the savory, maple pancake and sausage treat. If you are a McGriddles fan, you know exactly what I mean.

Macros:  Fat – 44  gms,  Net Carbs – 1.2 gms, Protein – 15 gms

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Keto Mac Griddle – A Stroke of Genius

So how did I come upon this stroke of genius I call the Keto Mac Griddle?

It all started with my Keto Breakfast Biscuits.

Image of Keto Mac Griddle breakfast sandwich on a white plate with a jar of maple syrup ad biscuits in the backgroundWhile developing the recipe I noticed how similar the taste and texture was to the McGriddle after putting Keto Buttery Maple Syrup on them. I knew I was on to something. So, I did a little more experimenting with the maple syrup and voila; perfection.

Putting the Keto Mac Griddle Together

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It wasn’t a big stretch to add my homemade breakfast sausage to the breakfast biscuits and as a result, a star was born.

Of course, some people will go ahead and ruin a perfectly good Keto Mac Griddle Sandwich by adding an egg.

But to each his own, I always say. If you want to add an egg or even a piece of cheese, who am I to judge.

Meal Prep

image of keto mac griddle breakfast sandwich. Text reads keto mac griddle copy cat recipeThis is a perfect recipe for meal prep. Each component can be made ahead and put together on the run.

The Keto buttery maple syrup can be made well in advance. I fact, I make up a batch quite regularly. It’s great in my morning coffee or on my keto instant noatmeal.

Similarly, make the Keto Breakfast sausage and pre-cook the patties. Then, freeze for later use. When your ready to make your breakfast sandwiches, simply take the sausage out of the freezer and place in the refrigerator the night before. The Keto breakfast biscuits can also be made ahead of time and frozen. Hopefully, your will power is better than mine, the biscuits are so good they rarely make it to my freezer.

Recipe Links for Keto Mac Griddle Sandwich

  • Keto Breakfast Biscuits
  • Keto Breakfast Sausage – Feel free to use any sugar free breakfast sausage. I recommend US Wellness Meats if you don’t want to make your own.
  • Keto Buttery Maple Syrup (or Keto Syrup of your choice)

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  1. Cut the keto breakfast biscuits in half.
  2. Add 1 pre-cooked sausage patty.
  3. Top with 1 tbsp keto buttery maple syrup.
  4. Microwave each keto Mac Griddle for 1 minute.
  5. Serve immediately.
Recipe Notes

Prep time stated is for making the Keto Breakfast Biscuits, Keto Buttery Maple Syrup, and cooking the sausage patties. Cook time for the Mac Griddle is only 1 minute in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts
Keto Mac Griddle Breakfast Sandwich
Amount Per Serving
Calories 469 Calories from Fat 396
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 44g 68%
Total Carbohydrates 5.3g 2%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g 16%
Protein 15g 30%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

Recommendations

Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationHaving the right keto pantry items ahead of time makes life so much easier when preparing recipes. Who looks forward to dropping everything you are doing right in the middle of preparing a recipe to run to the store. Furthermore, last minute shopping can break the budget. I have been guilty of paying much more for a product when I don’t plan ahead.

So today I have a couple of recommendations.

 

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Keto Instant Noatmeal

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Keto Instant Noatmeal For A Quick and Delicious on the go Breakfast

There is nothing better than keto noatmeal in the morning, unless it”s instant noatmeal. 

In less than 5 minutes you can put together 6 servings of instant keto noatmeal, individually packaged and ready to go. Just add water and pop it in the microwave for 60 seconds when you’re ready for a hot breakfast.

Best of all, it’s deliciously satisfying.

Macros:  Fat – 26 gms,  Net Carbs – 4 gms, Protein – 8 gms

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Keto Instant Noatmeal: Sweet or Savory?

I recently tried out my keto instant noatmeal recipe on my sister-in-law (a willing guinea pig) who was visiting for the weekend.  After I served up her noatmeal, I realized I forgot the sweetener.

Unfazed, she asked if she could put butter and salt and pepper on top of her keto instant noatmeal instead. I hadn’t really thought of that combination before. So, I tried it. And wow, it was every bit as good as mine that was topped with butter and my Keto Buttery Maple Syrup.

image of keto instant noatmeal with butter and keto maple syrup in a blue bowl. Text reads Keto instant noatmeal with keto buttery maple syrupSo, I’ll leave it for you to decide how you top your keto instant noatmeal. But, I definitely want to hear about it. What do you top your noatmeal with? Fill me in, in the comments below or head over to the keto forum and share it with the keto foodification community. New ideas are always welcome.

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Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationI’m a push over when it comes to cooking gadgets and gizmos. Show me something that will make my life simpler without a lot of fuss and I’m in.

Prep Solutions by Progressive Microwave On-The-Go. Oatmeal Container

That’s why I love this little oatmeal container from Prep Solutions by Progressive Microwave On-The-Go. This bowl is perfect for my noatmeal and I love the nestled  spoon on top and the little container that holds my toppings. Also, It’s BPA free and dishwasher safe for easy clean up. Yay and double yay!

Find the oatmeal container from Prep Solutions at Amazon.

Oh, and be sure to check out my video for Keto Buttery Maple Syrup. I’m sure you’ll have no problem putting this delicious syrup to good use. I put it in my coffee, on top of my pancakes, in my noatmeal, and on my Keto Mac Griddle breakfast sandwich. I know, I’m quite shameless.

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  1. Gather your ingredients and 6 small ziploc bags.
The Process
  1. Add All dry ingredients to a medium sized bowl and stir well.
  2. Place 1/3 cup of keto instant noatmeal mix each ziplock baggie and seal.
The finsih
  1. When ready to eat, place contents of 1 ziplock bag (1/3 cup Keto instant noatmeal ) into a microwave safe bowl. Add 1/3 cup water, stir.
  2. Place bowl in microwave for 60 seconds.
  3. Top Noatmeal with your favorite toppings and serve.
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Nutrition Facts
Keto Breakfast Noatmeal
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Sodium 107mg 4%
Potassium 75mg 2%
Total Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
Sugars 1g
Protein 8g 16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

As you read my blog and try my recipes you will notice that I recommend products or services that I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.

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Keto Pizza Dough

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Are you looking for a Keto pizza dough that tastes every bit as good as it looks. I’m right there with you. I’ve tried the ready made store bought keto pizza crusts. While they look promising, the taste and texture is disappointing. Furthermore, they are a bit too pricey for my keto budget.

Fortunately, I found an alternative.

The keto pizza dough fits within my budget, is simple to make an tastes amazing.

Macros:  Fat – 13.2 gms,  Net Carbs – 3 gms, Protein – 9.7 gms

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The Perfect Keto Pizza Crust

I discovered the keto pizza dough recipe when I made Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Breakfast Pockets from the keto diet app. The dough was delicious. I knew I wanted to try it for my pizza dough. My small change was to add psyllium fiber to the dough. The added fiber gives the dough a wheaty flavor. I think it’s perfect, but you give it a try and tell me what you think.

Image of Pizza Dough ad Toppings. Text Reads easy Keto Pizza dough Keto FoodificationA great pizza crust is only the beginning. Check out my Keto Personal Pan Pizza recipe for a simple idea on how to use the keto pizza dough.

Keto Pizza Dough for Keto Meal Prep

The Keto pizza dough is perfect for meal prep as the pre-baked pizza crust can be frozen for later use. After you have baked the pizza crust, let it cool completely. Then, simply wrap and freeze. When you’re ready to use the crust, remove it from the freezer, add sauce and toppings to the frozen crust and bake in a pre-heated 350° oven for 15 minutes or until the toppings are hot and bubbling.

Todays Recommendations

Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationGreat Keto Cooking tools are a must for keto dieters. Think about it. We cook most, if not all, our meals from scratch. This can be a real drain on time and difficult to deal with in our crazy fast paced lives. Having tools that save time can be invaluable.

Since my focus lately has been on meal prep for the keto diet I wanted to show you these handy meal prep containers. The one gallon size would be perfect for todays Keto Pizza Dough recipe.

I am completely enamored with these handy stasher reusable silicone food bags. First of all, I love that they are not plastic. Secondly, they are lighter and much more convenient than using glass. 

These bags are 100% food-grade silicone and safe for the freezer, microwave, dishwasher and boiling water. Furthermore, unlike plastic bags, Stasher bags have no petroleum, no PVC, and no latex. 

And they work within my budget. YAY!

Get them at amazon. Stasher Bag

Macros:  Fat – 13.2 gms,  Net Carbs – 3 gms, Protein – 9.7 gms

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Gather your ingredients.
The Process
  1. Place shredded mozzarella cheese in a microwave safe bowl and place in the microwave for 60 seconds. Remove cheese and stir. If not completely melted, return to microwave for another few seconds.
  2. Pour the almond flour and psyllium fiber on top of the melted cheese and stir until completely mixed. Scoop up the dough with your hands and pat into a round ball.
  3. It is best to keep the dough warm to make for easier rolling. If the dough loses its pliability, simply put it back in the microwave for a few seconds.
  4. Place the dough on a piece of parchment paper and roll out to your desired shape depending on what type of pizza you will be making. If you want a thick crust pizza, be careful not to roll the crust to thin.
The Finish
  1. Slide the pizza dough along with the parchment paper onto a baking sheet. Prick the dough with a fork to help keep the crust from bubbling. Bake in a preheated oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. The pizza crust can now be used immediately with your favorite toppings, or allow the crust to cool completely and freeze for later use.
Recipe Notes

The Keto Pizza dough recipe makes 1 large pizza with 6 servings. The macros listed are per serving.

Nutrition Facts
Keto Pizza Dough
Amount Per Serving
Calories 181 Calories from Fat 119
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.2g 20%
Total Carbohydrates 5.8g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g 11%
Protein 9.7g 19%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

As you read my blog and try my recipes you will notice that I recommend products or services that I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.

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Keto Personal Pan Pizza

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The keto personal pan pizza is my ultimate comfort food. The delicious combination of almond crust, pizza sauce, and warm cheesy toppings is deeply satisfying. In addition, it’s completely guilt free.

Three cheers for keto pan pizza and its perfect personal size. No sharing allowed!

Macros per slice:  Fat – 16.6 gms  Net Carbs – 3.7 gms Protein – 11.3 gms

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Keto Personal Pan Pizza: The ultimate comfort food

One of the nice things I’ve discovered since starting the ketogenic diet is that my craving for food has greatly diminished. I am able to watch food commercials on TV quite passively now. Not a twinge of the old familiar cravings in site.

With that being said, I still enjoy the familiar taste of foods that I grew up with. The good news is, I don’t need to sacrifice those delicious tastes just because I’m doing keto. I can still sit down and enjoy a keto personal pan pizza whenever I want to.

Life is good, indeed.

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Personal pan pizza your way: Keto style

The tasty keto personal pan pizza can be whipped up in a flash and personalized any way you’d like. As an added bonus, it tastes amazing. Mix and match with your favorite low carb toppings to make it personal.

Be sure to watch the sugar content on the meats you find in the grocery store. They can be chock full of ingredients you don’t want to eat. My homemade low carb sausage might be a lower cost option when you are looking for the perfect topping. Or head over to US Wellness Meats for great sugar free options that I enjoy.

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Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationI am constantly looking for the best online stores to buy quality ingredients with a price I can live with. A common problem on the keto diet is staying within a budget. So, I’ve put together a list of the best online friendly stores I’ve found.

Check them out and tell me what you think in the comments below. Also, the Keto Forum is a great place to share your budget finds and see where others are finding their great deals.

I love these colorful ceramic coated fry pans from GreenLife. They’re perfect for making Keto Personal Pan Pizza’s.  Furthermore, they are safe to use with ceramic non-stick coating manufactured without PFAS and PFOA, lead or cadmium. These beauties are also oven safe up to 350° F.

Best of all, they are reasonably priced at $14.99 for both!. Get yours at Amazon.

 

See below how the pizza all comes together or feel free to jump directly to the recipe.

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Personal Pan Pizza Keto Style

 

Gather your pizza toppings while crust is baking.

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Spoon pizza sauce onto pizza crust and spread to the edges of your pizza.

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Place the pre-cooked sausage on top of the pizza sauce.

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Arrange the fresh mozzarella cheese on top of the sausage.

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Sprinkle the Keto personal pan pizza with oregano, parmesan, and red pepper flakes.

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Return the pizza to the 350 degree oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the toppings are bubbling.

Enjoy a slice of guilt free pleasure.

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The keto pizza dough recipe was adapted very loosely from The KetoDietapp ‘s Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Breakfast Pockets by Martina Slajerova. If you haven’t checked out her blog and keto diet app you are definitely missing out. It’s pretty darn amazing and a definite lifeline when I first started keto.

Find a great thick and zesty keto pizza sauce recipe here.

Image of small pizzas. Text reads Keto Pizza personal style, keto foodificationThe Keto Personal Pan Pizza recipe makes 1 personal sized 5 inch pizza, 4 Slices.

Macros per slice:  Fat – 16.6 gms  Net Carbs – 3.7 gms Protein – 11.3 gms

 

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  • Keto Pizza Dough
  • 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese part skim-low moisture - shredded
  • 1/3 cup almond flour fine ground (not meal)
  • 1 tsp psyllium fiber
  • Assembling the pizza
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce divided
  • 1/4 cup pork sausage cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tsp oregano fresh, chopped
  • 2 oz fresh mozzarella sliced
  • 1 tsp Parmesan cheese freshly grated
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  • Keto Pizza Dough
  • 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese part skim-low moisture - shredded
  • 1/3 cup almond flour fine ground (not meal)
  • 1 tsp psyllium fiber
  • Assembling the pizza
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce divided
  • 1/4 cup pork sausage cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tsp oregano fresh, chopped
  • 2 oz fresh mozzarella sliced
  • 1 tsp Parmesan cheese freshly grated
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Pizza Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Gather your ingredients.
  2. Place shredded mozzarella cheese in a microwave safe bowl and place in the microwave for 60 seconds. Remove cheese and stir. If not completely melted, return to microwave for another few seconds.
  3. Pour the almond flour and psyllium fiber on top of the melted cheese and stir until completely mixed. Scoop up the dough with your hands and pat into a round ball.
  4. Place the dough ball on a cutting board or piece of parchment paper. It's best to keep the dough warm to make for easier rolling. If the dough loses its pliability, simply put it back in the microwave for a few seconds.
  5. Roll the dough out to your desired shape depending on what type of pan you'll be using. If you want a thicker crust, be careful not to roll the crust to thin.
  6. Once the dough is rolled out, Slide the pizza dough into your pizza pan. or onto a baking sheet. If using a pan, with your fingers push the dough until it covers the whole surface area and up the sides of the pan to hold your toppings.
  7. Prick the crust with a fork a few times to keep the crust from bubbling. Bake the pizza crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or util lightly browned.
The Finish
  1. Remove crust from the oven. Allow pan to cool for a few minutes while gathering your toppings.
  2. Spoon the pizza sauce onto the pizza crust and spread the sauce to the edges of the crust.
  3. Place the pre-cooked sausage on top of the pizza sauce.
  4. Arrange the fresh mozzarella cheese slices on top of the sausage.
  5. Sprinkle the Keto personal pan pizza with fresh chopped oregano and parmesan.
  6. Return the pizza to the 350 degree oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the toppings are bubbling.
  7. Remove from the oven. Serve hot.
Recipe Notes

The Keto Personal Pan Pizza recipe makes 1 personal sized 5 inch pizza, 4 Slices.

Macros per slice:  Fat – 16.6 gms  Net Carbs – 3.7 gms Protein – 11.3 gms

 

Nutrition Facts
Keto Personal Pan Pizza
Amount Per Serving
Calories 217 Calories from Fat 149
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.6g 26%
Total Carbohydrates 5.5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g 7%
Protein 11.3g 23%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

 

As you read my blog and try my recipes you will notice that I recommend products or services that I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.

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Keto Breakfast Biscuits

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When I first started keto I thought eating breakfast biscuits was a thing of the past. I accepted the reality of a sausage Mcgriddles-less life, but it didn’t come easy.  I loved the taste of those savory breakfast sandwiches even if they weren’t very healthy. So, I set out to make a keto version of my own.

The keto breakfast biscuits are the key to my Keto Mac Griddle Breakfast Sandwich and I know you’re gonna love em.

Macros:  Fat – 23 gms,  Net Carbs – 1 gms, Protein – 5 gms

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Keto Breakfast Biscuits: Not just for Breakfast

image of three biscuits. Text reads Keto Breakfast Biscuits Yum! Keto foodificationThe best thing about the keto breakfast biscuits (besides how they taste), is their unique ability to go well with just about anything you pair them with. For instance, serve them topped with butter, alongside a steaming bowl of Keto Southwestern Chili. I guarantee you the applause will be deafening.

Likewise, use the biscuit dough as a topper for a stand out Keto Chicken Pot Pie with amazing results.

Get crazy and be creative. I want to hear how you adapted the keto breakfast biscuit mix to make your own killer recipes. Share your ideas below or on the keto forum.  I have no doubt everyone will enjoy what you come up with.

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Homemade Keto Breakfast Biscuits disclaimer: The savory keto biscuits are so delicious it’s important to have someone to share them with. I am not responsible for you eating the whole batch in one sitting and assume no liability for the consequences thereof.

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Macros:  Fat – 23 gms,  Net Carbs – 1 gms, Protein – 5 gms

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Preheat the oven to 350° and gather your ingredients.

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Place the almond flour, psyllium fiber, spices, baking powder and baking soda in a food processor and pulse to to mix.

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Add the frozen cubed butter to the food processor and pulse.

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The ingredients should resemble fine corn meal with bits of pea sized butter. Spoon the dry ingredients into a medium sized bowl.

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Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice until just combined.

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In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff.

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Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until just combined.

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Spoon the batter into a silicone cupcake pan. Dividing the dough into 6 equal parts. Place the pan into the 350° preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely before removing from pan to prevent breakage.

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The Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350° and gather your ingredients.
The Process
  1. Place the almond flour, psyllium fiber, spices, baking powder and baking soda in a food processor and pulse to to mix.
  2. Add the frozen cubed butter to the food processor and pulse. The ingredients should resemble fine corn meal with bits of pea sized butter. Spoon the dry ingredients into a medium sized bowl. Place i the refrigerator to keep chilled while beating the egg whites.
  3. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff.
  4. Combine the heavy cream and lemon juice then stir mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter. Don't over mix for a nice fluffy batter.
The Finish
  1. Spoon the batter into a silicone cupcake pan. Dividing the dough into 6 equal parts.
  2. Place the pan into the 350° preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Cool the biscuits completely before removing from pan to prevent breakage.
Recipe Notes

Tip: The biscuits dough should be placed in a cupcake or biscuit pan for baking. Otherwise the dough will spread and be more like a pancake. It will still taste delicious but may not be the perfect biscuit you imagined.

Nutrition Facts
Keto Breakfast Biscuits
Amount Per Serving
Calories 241 Calories from Fat 207
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23g 35%
Total Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Protein 5g 10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

When I calculate the carb content, I remove Erythritol from the total as it normally does not affect blood glucose levels. It’s important to note that each person’s diet needs, and restrictions are unique. You are in charge of your own health. It’s up to you to decide what carb totals you should use. The macros for my recipes are calculated using FatSecret. This is provided purely as a courtesy for my readers. While I try my best to be accurate, I recommend you verify all nutritional information on your own, instead of relying solely on my calculations.

Recommendations

Keto Diet Beginner's Guide - Keto FoodificationHaving the right keto cooking tools makes life so much easier when preparing recipes. And like everyone else, I have things I can’t do without. One of the things I find that I use everyday is my silicone products. I have silicone pans for cup cake, biscuits, fat bombs and my  favorite silicone spatulas.

With silicone your food pops out without any sticking. Also, the clean-up is a breeze.  So, when you start looking for the perfect pan for your biscuits, think silicone. I guarantee, it will become your new favorite

The Trudeau Grey Silicone 12 Count Muffin Pan is the silicone I use. It hasn’t failed me yet. My biscuits come out perfect every time. Buy this useful pan at Amazon

Try the keto breakfast biscuit recipe with these Keto Favorites.

As you read my blog and try my recipes you will notice that I recommend products or services that I’ve found helpful.  These products and services are recommended to you because I use them and think that you might find them helpful as well. I’m a member of Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I may receive a small monetary gain from the purchase of these products or services.

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