Loosely based on Chinese sweet and sour chicken, these sweet and sour meatballs are always an instant hit! I’ve made these when I wanted to make a quick tasty meal. Or, even if I’m going to a party and have to bring a dish to share. Just toss on top of some cauliflower rice for a complete meal, or serve the meatballs using some toothpicks for a snack. I wanted to create a simple meatball recipe to go with the sauce. I kept the meatballs simple by using parmesan cheese and onion powder to ...
Measuring Ketosis: What Are Ketone Strips & Sticks?
Ketosis is a metabolic state where the liver breaks down fat to produce ketones. Ketones, on a ketogenic diet, are the primary fuel source for the body. If you're new to the ketogenic diet and you still have questions, consider reading our Comprehensive Beginner's Guide to Keto > There are three main ways to measure the ketones in your body, all of which have their advantages and disadvantages. The most common ways to measure and to see if you are at an ideal ketosis level for weight loss ...
- March 18, 2017
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25 Keto Dessert Recipes for Valentines Day
Valentine's day is coming up and you know what we need? A new recipe round-up post! I've scoured the internet for all of the best chocolate, cakes, and heart colored sweet treats. So while you work out who to send your V-day cards to, know that you don't have to worry about what to serve for dessert. We've found 25 options, so there's something out there that every aspiring cupid is bound to love. 1. Keto Cream Cheese Truffles The recipe is very easy and can be whipped together ...
- January 24, 2017
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Prosciutto, Caramelized Onion, and Parmesan Braid
This prosciutto, caramelized onion and Parmesan braid is sure to be the center of attention at any meal. It looks as beautiful on the outside as it is tasty on the inside. A braid of mozzarella dough surrounds prosciutto, caramelized onion, garlic, basil and Parmesan cheese. A bit of balsamic vinegar gives the filling a slight bite. Best of all, even though it looks impressive, you don’t need to be a professional baker to make it. Prosciutto is an Italian ham cured and aged with salt. ...
- January 17, 2017
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Creamy Crab Zucchini Casserole
This crab zucchini casserole recipe is like crab dip in casserole form. While chunks of crab are the star of the dish, the creamy sauce flavored with hints of onion and the traditional Old Bay seasoning play a delightful supporting role. Zucchini noodles, or zoodles, provide the backdrop for recipe. The whole thing is topped off with a layer of melted cheese. Yup! It’s definitely keto comfort food! This recipe uses steamed zoodles as a base for the casserole. Keto friendly pasta noodles ...
- November 29, 2016
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Keto Raspberry Pavlovas
With berry season in full force and seeing just about every recipe with some sort of berry included, I thought a keto dessert was in order. Pavlovas to me seemed like the perfect dish for a great crisp and a bright fresh flavor. Not only do they taste great, but all the ingredients come together to balance itself out. The creamy filling paired with the fluffy, vanilla-infused crust makes for a perfect bite when the burst of the bright raspberry comes through. The richness and acidity balance ...
- July 13, 2016
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Keto & Weight Loss
One of the most common reasons people start a ketogenic diet or simply cut carbohydrates is to lose weight. But does the hard, scientific evidence say? Additionally, does a low-carb diet just get rid of the water weight- or does it shed body fat and maintain lean mass? In this piece we analyze if eating more fat really makes you less fat. The Key Figures in Body Weight Everyone is always talking about “losing weight”- but what are the exactly referring to? Human body weight refers to ...
- June 22, 2016
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Keto Delivered February 2016 Unboxing
In this month's Keto Delivered box, I wanted to bring together some flavors that would go together well with a Valentine's day theme. I thought that chocolate and spice would be perfectly paired when you think of foods that you may have on the special day. I wanted to make sure that all of the larger items would last a long time and would keep fueling recipes from February until the March box was sent out. Alongside the larger items, there were a few smaller items for snacking and taking with ...
- March 29, 2016
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