So I may have let things slide a bit, apologies! Since February the cake business has gone bonkers and I have just not had a minute to regroup and get to writing. I'm not complaining, who knew that my obsession with making cupcakes would ever blossom into such amazing things?! Cake classes are becoming a … Continue reading Long time no write!
I know strict ketoers don't eat sweet treats but I'm not strict and if I want something sweet I'd rather it was still low carb ... so I will continue to make little yummies that are less naughty than the alternatives available 🙂 I hope you will enjoy these as much as I did! If … Continue reading Low Carb Jaffa Cakes
What a difference a month can make, this isn't just about dieting anymore this has become about all my health issues and one by one I'm learning how to manage and improve them, it's fabulous! The ketogenic/low carb way of eating is most definitely agreeing with my body, even my post meal IBS pains have … Continue reading 2018 progress report!
I find this dish (dare I say it) better than my old chum made with potatoes! It's creamy and comforting and down right delicious, rather hard to stick to portion control I'll be honest. I tend to use half a celeriac at a time and keep the leftovers for lunch the following day but the … Continue reading Low Carb Celeriac Dauphinoise
My Dad stumbled upon this delight about a year ago and I still am completely and utterly in love with it! Yes I really am serious, this is a broccoli game changer, even friends who haven’t liked broccoli liked this! Say goodbye to boring boiled broc and hello to crispy, garlicy, delightful scrumminess! Ok, now … Continue reading Roasted Garlic Broccoli
Lipoedema has become my main inspiration in regards to my health at the moment, many of my other conditions can’t really be helped and they are more conditions to maintain and monitor. I deal with any issues they throw at me as and when they arrive. Lipoedema however is one condition that I feel I … Continue reading Lipoedema … change is possible!
I’ve had a few ‘not so low carb’ blips over the past few weeks and the biggest reason was a strange craving for scotch eggs ... I say strange because they’ve never been particularly important to me! So, with a little time to spare I set about trying to make some, keto style! The first … Continue reading Low Carb and Gluten Free Scotch Eggs
Can you believe this decadent looking cake is actually allowed?! With less than 3g of carbs in each piece its sure to be a winner! Mega easy to make, lasts in airtight containers and freezes well ... what could be better?! Why not replace some of the almonds with hazelnuts to make a deliscious nutty … Continue reading Low Carb, Keto friendly chocolate cake
My boyfriend has been eating a tonne of quiche lately and I couldn't help but feel a little jealous to be honest. I have always found quiche to be really satisfying and a fabulous comfort food in those moments of need. Old me would have given in and had a slice along with a feeble … Continue reading Low Carb, Gluten Free Keto Quiche!
I bought a spiralizer months ago, it arrived, I unpacked it and then I forgot all about it .... until yesterday when I discovered it during a clear out! With new found enthusiasm and a desire to put it to use I asked Dad to get me some courgettes when he did his evening shop. … Continue reading Roasted Parmesan Courgetti
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