This recipe is part of the Gentle Meal Plan series. You can also poach an egg in a microwave. Add the egg to a microwave-proof bowl, then add enough water to cover the egg completely and microwave for about a minute.
Low Carb | Keto
Shaved Apple Salad
The base of this salad is the shaved apple and red cabbage. The arugula provides a slightly peppery, bitter flavor to balance out the sweetness of the other ingredients. The rock star of this recipe though is the dressing. Shaving apples here means either slicing them very thin with a sharp knife or slicing them …
Shepherd’s Pie {veggie}
Shepherd’s pie (also known as cottage pie, circa 1791) is historically made with minced meat and a top layer of mashed potatoes. Fast forward, here’s my favorite rendition, veggie style, and easily modified to suit your veggie and protein choices. There are couple of things I love about this recipe, starting with the savory flavor …
Butternut Squash Gratin
Potato gratin and other gratins are usually made with heavy cream and starchy vegetables such as potatoes or sweet potatoes. Here’s a low carb version of a gratin using butternut squash and either a nut or seed cream in place of the heavy cream. This is a lighter gratin thanks to butternut squash and just …
Biscuits {cashew & coconut flour}
I set aside time this week to experiment with coconut flour using my original biscuit recipe using almond flour, and as I anticipated, it worked out well. These new biscuits have a crispy outer crust, a nice light crumb, and a buttery inside. I prefer the flavor of the biscuits with cashew flour, but almond …
Egg Drop Soup {veggie}
Here’s a light soup that’s loaded with veggies and protein. I created my first version of egg drop soup using chicken broth and shredded chicken a few years ago. This veggie version hits the spot for me when I need warmth, flavor, some protein, and lots of greens. I keep bags of frozen veggies in …