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When I messed up the Oopsie, I made something even better! I love experimenting in the kitchen with new ways to spruce up my low-carb lifestyle. It's one of the things that I enjoy about livin' la vida low-carb...
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Simple and delicious salmon salad with toasted low-carb pita chips Earlier this month, I introduced you to a man named Chef Nicky--aka "The Racing Chef"--and the fabulous work he does keeping the race car drivers and their crew well-fed...
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Nope, this ain't no Egg McMuffin. It's an Oopsie--seriously! Some of the best food creations to come out of my kitchen have happened almost by accident. Just when you think you've totally messed up the perfect recipe and you're...
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Brussels sprouts that actually taste good? This I gotta see! If I had to name for you the perennial least favorite foods of all time for most people, there's absolutely no doubt in my mind that Brussels sprouts would...
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What a low-carb treat for your Valentine anytime! Valentine's Day is coming on Thursday, so have I got a special idea for that low-carb man or woman in your life who deserves to enjoy the sweetness of life without...
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It's fried chicken done the livin' la vida low-carb way! I love to cook and so many people have been begging me to share some of my favorite recipes in a book. I'm certainly considering a "Livin' La Vida...
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After much trial and error, this cheesecake recipe is perfect! Several weeks ago, my wife Christine and I did a couple of YouTube videos highlighting a brand new product called True Lemon who are sponsors of my "Livin' La...
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I'm very lucky because I've got some pretty talented readers at my "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog and over at my "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Discussion" forum. The daily devotion that so many of you invest in the work that...
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The Kodak "Picture Perfect Low-Carb Holiday" contest is officially over and judging is currently underway to narrow down the field to three so that the grand prize of a FREE KODAK EASYSHARE 5300 All-In-One Printer can be awarded. GOOD LUCK...
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There's only a few more hours left in the Kodak "Picture Perfect Low-Carb Holiday" Contest, but you still have until MIDNIGHT TONIGHT to enter for your chance to win the KODAK EASYSHARE 5300 All-In-One Printer. If you've been dragging your...
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Time's a tickin' away in the KODAK "Picture Perfect Low-Carb Holiday" Contest that ends this Friday, December 14, 2007 at midnight! If you have been meaning to enter your favorite holiday dish photo into this contest, then please don't delay...
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Compliments of Eggland's Best, here are some healthy low-carb recipes fit for a king just in time for the holidays and New Year's resolutions that are coming up. If you are livin' la vida low-carb and want to enjoy the...
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I don't know how many of my readers realize this, but I am a bona fide cooking nut! Yes, I'm sure you already figured out the "nut" part (HA!), but I also absolutely LOVE to cook. I credit my mom...
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CarbSmart is the only sugar-free, low-carb chocolate chips on the market Chocolate chips!!! Who doesn't like these itty bitty morsels of delicious chocolate goodness especially heading into the holiday baking season? Well, if you're livin' la vida low-carb, it...
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She may be evil-looking, but this witch is totally low-carb Halloween is here this week along with all that sugar, sugar, and more sugar (aka "rat poison"). It really disgusts me that we have a national day for children...
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Looky what I was able to make with just two simple ingredients The thing I like about being an experimental kitchen wizard is coming across an exciting new low-carb twist on an old favorite. For all you recipe nuts...
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Linda's lick your lips low-carb peanut butter candy recipe Low-carb blogger/vlogger Kent Altena is back in full form again (YEAH!) with his low-carb YouTube video series. Last week I shared his video about how to make a quick and...
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Who says you can't have chocolate cake on a low-carb diet? Just mention to someone that you're on a low-carb diet and I'll bet the first thing that starts rolling off their tongue are all the foods you CAN'T...
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Cool off during the dog days of summer with this yummy low-carb treat! Who among us doesn't remember the days when we'd take two cookies and smash our favorite flavor of ice cream in the middle to eat when...
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My, my, my, that low-carb lemon icebox pie looks so good! I grew up in the South and there are certain foods you just grow accustomed to down here. Unfortunately, many of them are especially high in carbs because...
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Get the real deal from real people sharing real meals with YOU! I just learned about another excellent cooking and recipe resource for people who are livin' la vida low-carb. While they do not do exclusive low-carb recipes, there...
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Grilled chicken cooked with savory spices is low-carb bliss Chicken is one of the most versatile "diet" foods available for people who are trying to lose weight regardless of the method (except for vegetarians or vegans, bless their hearts)....
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Forget your typical diet food, how about some low-carb chili dogs? I'm fully convinced that I've got some of the most clever and imaginative blog readers on the Internet today. If I never researched another topic again and just...
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A new and innovative way to use eggs in your low-carb lifestyle Have you ever heard of a recipe for what is described as "Skinny Omelettes?" This is so cool! You're gonna love this unique idea. Believe it or...
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Portabello mushroom as the perfect low-carb pizza crust? Versatility and a willingness to be a little creative can work to your advantage when you are livin' la vida low-carb. Rather than complaining about why you can't have something like...
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Long-time readers will recall my "Livin' La Vida Shirataki Recipe Contest" from about a year ago with these five finalists making the cut. I blogged quite extensively about these high-fiber low-carb Japanese wonder noodles, so I invite you to visit...
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Try this for a quick and easy sugar-free, low-carb chocolate fix I was playing around in the kitchen yesterday and stumbled upon a low-carb chocolate dessert recipe that should fit within ANYBODY'S low-carb plan. If you need a quick...
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Make your own premium and delicious low-carb ice cream at home I recently blogged about how much I still love my low-carb ice cream. Of course, you never want to overindulge, but it's nice to have something like this...
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Leave it to my wife with Italian ancestors to come up with this Earlier this week I shared with you about some fantastic new low-carb breads from Francis Simun Bakery. These breads inspired both my wife Christine (who you...
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Look what I made experimenting with my fave low-carb foods When I blogged on Sunday about the low-carb breads available from Francis Simun Bakery in Dallas, Texas, I knew there would be a lot of interest from people wanting...
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Whip up some hot and spicy low-carb honey BBQ wings When you are livin' la vida low-carb, one of the foods you get to know quite intimately is chicken. I bet I've eaten chicken every which way but loose...
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A sensational low-carb shrimp recipe perfect for your grill Last night I had the pleasure of doing something I've been wanting to do ever since I started livin' la vida low-carb in 2004. For the first time ever, I...
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What a gorgeous meal for people who are livin' la vida low-carb Straight from the kitchen of Kimkins low-carb dieter Lisa Jackson comes this incredible Low-Carb Chicken Crepes Florentine recipe. Mmmmm! That picture looks so delicious and makes for...
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This popular side dish is back on the menu for low-carbers again! I am a bona fide fanatic when it comes to homemade macaroni & cheese. When I was growing up and my dad owned some buffet-style restaurants, I...
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Enjoy these sweet low-carb treats while on the low-carb diet One of the biggest misconceptions about livin' la vida low-carb is that you never ever get to enjoy anything sweet because you can't have sugar anymore. Well, somebody forgot...
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What could be better than a sugar-free, low-carb cherry cobbler? It's a tradition in many families to take your favorite fruit when it is in season and turning it into a bubbling hot cobbler. Mmmm, mmmm I have so...
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Chocolate-covered strawberries made with ChocoPerfection bars You don't need me to tell you how amazingly delicious the fiber-rich, sugar-free, low-carb ChocoPerfection bars are. I've been a big fan of them for over a year now and will use them...
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This recipe will be perfect to munch on while you watch the Indianapolis Colts demolish the Chicago Bears on Sunday...um, what was that? You think it's gonna be "da Bears" who come out on top over Peyton and the boys?...
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Chicken, bacon, Ranch dressing, and cheese--the BEST low-carb pizza! I love shopping at the grocery store and finding some of my favorite products ON SALE! WOO HOO! Yeah, I'm a tightwad with my money and I pinch pennies every...
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This low-carb recipe has been the talk of Wisconsin Just when the media thinks that livin' la vida low-carb is on its final leg, along comes a story like this one that once again lays to rest this ridulous...
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This new recipe book features many low-carb recipes in it One of the things that attracted me to start livin' la vida low-carb was the fact that you could eat full-fat versions of cheese as part of your weight...
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Do you want a quick last-minute low-carb dessert recipe to make just in time for the holidays? Then you will want to try this very easy low-carb pumpkin cheesecake recipe that one of my readers sent to me. It looks...
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Sugar-free ChocoPerfection bars make this recipe magnificent! My wife Christine loves spending Saturday afternoons watching PBS and the endless of array of cooking shows back to back to back. Some of them are quite entertaining, yet there's not a...
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Who can resist homemade low-carb fudge around the holidays? I don't know about the Christmas traditions you had in your family, but one of the things my mom always did was make fudge and lots of it. I remember...
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This tart and tangy key lime pie is a tasty low-carb dessert Do you like pie? I sure do and it's one of those delicious desserts you pretty much have to avoid when you start livin' la vida low-carb...
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Our friends at dLife have diabetic-friendly recipes for YOU! The period between Thanksgiving and Christmas is chock full of festive celebrations of the season with friends and family. But for people with diabetes who have to be mindful of...
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Combining a classic taste of the holidays with low-carb bread Tis' the season to be egg-noggin', fa la la la la, la la la la... Hey low-carb officianados, you caught me in the mood for singing carols today because...
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The gingerbread flavor brings holiday appeal to this cheesecake Nothing beats a well-made cheesecake just about any time of the year. But when Thanksgiving and Christmas roll around each year, there's something special about creating this decadent and delightful...
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Wanna know the secret to making low-carb grits? Shhh, I'll tell you! If you grew up in the South like I have, then no doubt you have been exposed to the delicious sometimes breakfast, sometimes dinner food known as...
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Susan Rubin, DMD, HHC -- a former dentist and holistic health counselor, who I greatly admire, offered a wonderful, very easy, fall recipe for roasted root veggies to those of us on her mailing list.
I'm sharing her tasty treat here to urge you to experiment in the kitchen with flavorful veggies of all kinds.
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After my delightful interview with Mary Jo Kringas of ChocoPerfection sugar-free/low-carb chocolate bar fame yesterday, she sent me this recipe about how to make a classic treat most of us enjoyed as kids using the healthy goodness of ChocoPerfection...
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This recipe will surely warm you up right when it gets cold at night WOOOOOOWEEEEEE! Are you ready to melt the ice off of your body when the weather gets cold? Then you will DEFINITELY want to feast your...
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Nothing beats some fresh, homemade low-carb chocolate frosting We all did it when we were kids, didn't we? Hey Mom, can I lick the frosting bowl when you're done with the cake? The thrill of taking a spoon, a...
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dLife Chef Franklin Becker whips up a low-carb fried chicken recipe A lot of people think that going on a low-carb diet or being a diabetic means you can no longer enjoy your favorite Southern comfort foods anymore. But...
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Shrimp, mmm...teriyaki, mmm...snow peas...OH YUMMY! I don't know about you, but the traditional art of cooking up a delicious home-cooked meal that takes hours in the kitchen to prepare are long gone in the year 2006. It's sad that...
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I've got special back-to-back recipes to share with you today because they actually complement each other and would make for an excellent beverage and food combination for dinner sometime soon. LOW-CARB PEPPERMINT PADDY ITALIAN SODA ice Sparkling water or...
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After discussing the Fat Fast the other day, my friends at Low-Carb Connoisseur sent me a recipe to share with you that goes great with the Fat Fast plan. Although you are only on this diet for a few...
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TOMATO LEMON FETA PASTA 3 medium tomatoes (about 18 ounces), cut into 1/2" dice 1 small red onion, chopped 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 8 ounces Dreamfields Fettuccine or Penne 1 cup...
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We all grew up eating Raisinets at the movie theater and enjoyed munching on this sweet treat during our favorite flick on the silver screen. But now we're all grown up and have committed ourselves to the low-carb lifestyle....
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Most people who begin a low-carb diet quickly realize that one of the healthiest foods they will put in their mouths is eggs. The "incredible edible" egg is chock full of protein and many of excellent nutrients that your body...
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THREE-BERRY DARK CHOCOLATE GANACHE 2 pints strawberries 1 cup raspberries 1 cup blueberries 3 Cavalier Dark Chocolate bars or ChocoPerfection Dark Chocolate bars, broken in pieces 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 tsp Singing Dog Vanilla Extract Click here for...
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CREAMY PASTA WITH VEGGIES & SMOKED TURKEY 1 bag Al Dente Carba-Nada, House Foods Tofu Shirataki, Konjac Shirataki, or Dreamfields pasta 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 onion, dried 2 red peppers, diced 1lb. mushrooms, sliced 1lb.smoked turkey or ham,...
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LEMON KONJAC SHIRATAKI WITH DILL SALMON 3 cups Konjac Shirataki Penne 4 salmon fillets, 3/4-inch to 1-inch thick (about 24 ounces) 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 2...
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LOW-CARB MAPLE CREPES WITH WHIPPED CREAM 1/2 cup Carbquik Baking Mix 3 eggs 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon maple extract 1/4 teaspoon salt oil for pan Heavy whipping cream Splenda Walden Farms Pancake Syrup Click here to find out...
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LOW-CARB STUFFED STRAWBERRY FRENCH TOAST 10 slices Irene's White Bread 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature 3 tablespoons DaVinci Sugar Free Strawberry Syrup 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup heavy cream mixed with...
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DREAMFIELDS LOW-CARB ROTINI GREEK SALAD 8 ounces Dreamfields Rotini 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup sliced black olives 1/2 cup (2 ounces) Feta cheese, crumbled 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 4 ounces Roma tomatoes, quartered 1/4 cup extra...
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Just in time for the 4th of July holiday... :D LOW-CARB AMERICAN FLAG CAKE 1 3/4 cup Carbquik Bake Mix 1 cup Diabetisweet or Splenda 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons lemon zest 9 large eggs, at room temperature, separated...
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LOW-CARB 6-LAYER BEAN DIP 3 whole avocado, ripe 16 ounces sour cream 1 can Eden Organic Black Soy Beans 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 can green chili peppers, chopped 1/4 cup salsa 2 teaspoons Emeril’s Essence Southwest 1 squeeze...
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LOW-CARB STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE 2 pints sliced strawberries 1/4 cup Xylitol or your favorite sugar substitute Dixie Carb Counters Homestyle Biscuit Mix or CarbQuik Butter, softened 2 tablespoons Xylitol or your favorite sugar substitute 1 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup...
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HOMEMADE LOW-CARB VANILLA COCONUT ICE CREAM 6 egg yolks 14 packets Splenda 2 cups heavy cream 1 can (13.5 ounces) Taste of Thai Unsweetened Coconut Milk 2 teaspoons coconut extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup NOW Foods Medium...
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LOW-CARB RHUBARB COBBLER Filling 8 cups of rhubarb cut into 1/2 "-1" chunks 3/4 cup Splenda 3/4 cup Erythritol 1 Tbsp Stevia Supreme Spoonable 2 Tbsp Expert Foods ThickenThin not/Sugar 1 tsp cinnamon (use more for stronger flavor) 2...
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I just LOVE to experiment in the kitchen to come up with new recipes and this morning I had the itch to make low-carb pancakes. But I didn't want just plain ole pancakes, I wanted something more that would...
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LOW-CARB CANDIED PECAN DELIGHTS 1 pound shelled pecans 4 tablespoons Expert Foods Not/Sugar thickener 1/4 cup Splenda Pinch salt Several packets of Splenda Click here for the rest of this candy-licious, but sugar-free, low-carb treat!...
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This is the fourth exclusive recipe introduced this week from bestselling author Dr. Fred Pescatore's The Hamptons Diet Cookbook. We've seen the Bacon and Eggs "Muffins" recipe for breakfast, the Southampton Crab Cakes recipe for lunch, and then the...
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This is the third exclusive recipe introduced this week from bestselling author Dr. Fred Pescatore's The Hamptons Diet Cookbook. After enjoying the incredible Bacon and Eggs "Muffins" recipe for breakfast and then those yummy Southampton Crab Cakes for lunch...
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This is the second exclusive recipe from bestselling author Dr. Fred Pescatore's The Hamptons Diet Cookbook featured this week. We have already featured the amazing Bacon and Eggs "Muffins" recipe from this book and this new recipe today is...
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This week, I'll be featuring some exclusive recipes from a new book by bestselling low-carb author Dr. Fred Pescatore called The Hamptons Diet Cookbook. I previously reviewed this fantastic new book which has 200 recipes to help you keep...
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Pizza, pizza and it's low-carb, too, with only 2g net carbs per slice! WOWsers! CARBQUIK LOW-CARB WHITE PIZZA 1 1/2 cups Carbquik 1/3 cup hot water (heated to 120-140 degrees) 8 ounces ricotta cheese made from whole milk 4...
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Over the past couple of weeks, I have shared with you some awesomely delicious Konjac shirataki recipes that were chosen as the finalists in the "Livin' La Vida Shirataki Recipe Contest." Well, today's the day that the BIG WINNERS have...
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Defeat the heat this summer with this icy cool low-carb treat! FROZEN LOW-CARB SUMMERTIME FUDGESICLES 1/4 cup whipping cream 3-4 teaspoons Ghirardelli Premium Unsweetened Cocoa 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup water 3 tablespoons Sugar Twin Spoonable 3 tablespoons Wise...
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CARBQUIK LOW-CARB CRUMB CAKE 1 1/2 cups Carbquik 1/2 cup Splenda 1/2 cup half and half 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 whole egg Crumb Topping 1/2 cup NOW Foods Unsweetened Coconut 1/3 cup Brown Sugar Twin, packed 3 tablespoons butter...
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DREAMY LOW-CARB DR. PEPPER CAKE 1 1/2 cups high gluten flour 1 cup almond flour 1 cup granulated Splenda 1/4 cup Diabetisweet 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 4 Tablespoons Dutch-Process Cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 8...
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CURRIED SHIRATAKI & VEGETABLE PATTIES 1 8 oz pkg Konjac Shirataki Noodles 1 egg ½ cup frozen broccoli chopped & drained ½ cup frozen cauliflower, chopped & drained ¼ cup yellow squash, chopped 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives 1/2...
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BEEF & ASPARAGUS SHIRATAKI TOSS 1 lb beef sandwich steaks 1 package Konjac Shirataki Noodles 1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup minced scallions 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh ginger...
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SHIRATAKI SUMMER SLAW 2 cups Dole coleslaw mix 1 cup dole shredded red cabbage 1 8oz bag Konjac Shirataki Noodles 1/3 cup rice vinegar 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon galangal (Thai ginger)...
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RATATOUILLE SHIRATAKI W/ROSEMARY VINAIGRETTE SAUCE ¼ cup cider vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small eggplant, peeled and diced 1 small zucchini, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and...
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SHIRATAKI NOODLE PUDDING 2 eggs 1/3 c Splenda 1 ts cinnamon pinch salt 1-1/2 c 2% milk 1 pkg Konjac Shirataki Angel Hair Noodles 1 ts vanilla Click here to read more about how to make this unique dessert...
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Time is running out for you to enter the "Livin' La Vida Shirataki Recipe Contest." The deadline was extended to April 30, 2006, but that's only a week away. We've already had some excellent low-carb Konjac shirataki recipes entered,...
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If you like shirataki, then you will not want to miss this opportunity to stock up with a great deal on these amazing low-carb Japanese noodles. You'll need 'em for recipes like this one! KONJAC SHIRATAKI SEAFOOD & PEANUT...
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Special thanks to Mary Jo Kringas at LowCarb Specialities, makers of ChocoPerfection chocolate bars and SweetPerfection, for providing this incredibly original low-carb cookie recipe for us to enjoy. LOW-CARB GREEK WALNUT COOKIES 2 c. light extra virgin olive oil 2...
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I've told you about low-carb taco shells and other low-carb Mexican foods that are available, but now it's time to feature a recipe with the best-tasting low-carb tortilla chips on the planet -- R.W. Garcia Lo's Tortilla Chips. Oh...
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The hottest low-carb food on the planet -- that's SHIRITAKI noodles for those of you who have been living under a rock this year! -- is in high demand as Asian market retailers can't keep this bestselling product in...
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Who doesn't like brownies? And just because you are on the low-carb lifestyle doesn't mean you can't have one of life's most delightful desserts. This oh-so-good brownie recipe is very easy to make thanks to the miracle low-carb ingredient...
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Here's yet ANOTHER useful recipe featuring shirataki noodles prominently. Everybody's getting in on the action coming up with ways to use these amazing low-carb noodles. Got a shirataki recipe to share? Enter the "Livin' La Vida Shirataki Recipe Contest"...
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Just one look at this recipe speaks for itself! ENJOY!!! ABSOLUTELY DECADENT CHOCOLATE MOUSSE 1/4 cup of heavy cream 1 tsp Ghiradelli cocoa 2-3 tsp Xylitol Sweetener 1 TBS Wise CHOice Mousse Mix 1/2 tsp of vanilla Click here...
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Special thanks to my low-carb blogging friend Kalyn Denny from the Kalyn's Kitchen blog for sharing this incredible Shiritaki Noodles with Veggies and Peanut Sauce. It seems EVERYONE is finding out about shirataki now! KALYN'S SHIRATAKI NOODLES WITH VEGGIES AND...
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Tender, juicy chicken covered with a crispy, crunchy fried coating delivering a scintillating sensation in your...oh, hi there! How's it going? What's that? Do you think I'm being cruel talking about FRIED CHICKEN when everyone knows that particular food...
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What do you get when you take a popular high-carb dish and combine it with the latest health food phenomena of 2006? It's SHIRATAKI-RONI & CHEESE, baby! Using the very versatile shirataki noodles that everyone is raving about right...
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What could be better than combining the bold flavor of semi-sweet chocolate chips with the rich texture of a luscious cheesecake? I sure can't think of anything! :) This recipe makes a decadent dessert that you and your whole...
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Shirataki noodles are taking America by storm right now as more and more people are finding out about these nutritious and delicious alternatives to the high-carb traditional pastas that have contributed to two-thirds of the population becoming overweight or obese!...
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Are you dreaming of those days when you could enjoy the rich, unique flavor of a Mounds bar? Mmmmm, that dinstinctive dark chocolate covering moist and chewy coconut -- NOTHING could be better! Until now, that is... This low-carb...
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Sorry, I couldn't resist the temptation to do a play on words with the name of this recipe. But what a recipe it is! Mmm mmm mmm, slap your momma silly good! While many people mistakenly think people on...
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Although being on the low-carb lifestyle AND being a vegetarian sounds like an oxymoron, I have found there are MANY low-carb vegetarians out there who absolutely love and adore this way of eating, but just don't eat meat. One such...
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Special thanks to Elaine at Low Carb Connoisseur for presenting this to-die-for recipe for cheddar cheese biscuits that taste JUST LIKE those piping hot ones you get a Red Lobster! No kidding! These biscuits will be done so fast...
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My friend Carylton Cooper graciously provided this recipe for "Ultimate Brownies" today that is unique for a low-carb recipe inasmuch as it does not include ANY kind of flour at all. People who cook know how difficult it can be...
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I tried my hand at coming up with an original low-carb dessert recipe over the weekend and that little masterpiece you see above is what I am calling a Low-Carb Pound Cake With Chocolate Coconut Pecan Icing (nicknamed the...
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Mmmm, just look at that scrumptuous picture of low-carb decadence in all its glory. Ooooh, doesn't that just look so good right about now. Ahhhh...okay, I think you get the point -- IT'S LOW-CARB and IT'S GOOD, TOO! :)...
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Special thanks to my friend Rosanna from Viva Low-Carb for presenting this unbelievable low-carb Sausage Zucchini Frittata recipe that will put some zing into your low-carb lifestyle! SAUSAGE ZUCCHINI FRITTATA 8 ounces fresh turkey sausage, sliced (or ground sausage) 2...
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Shrimp is a fun low-carb food because it is so incredibly nutritious and delicious to eat in a variety of ways. You could call me a FAN of shrimp... My love for shrimp still exists to this day and you...
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Here's a hearty meal recipe for you with just 10.5g net carbs, 19g fiber, and a whopping 46.5g protein that will satisfy your need for Mexican food without blowing your commitment to the low-carb lifestyle. Muy bien! BEEF FAJITAS WITH...
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Like coconut, but watching your carbs? Then you will want to check out this incredible Low-Carb Coconut Cake recipe that yields LESS THAN ONE GRAM OF CARBOHYDRATE per slice. WHOA, now that's what I'm talking about! Here are the simple...
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There is a new all-natural sweetener that is GUARANTEED to taste and cook like sugar and it's called SweetPerfection! Click here to read my review of this revolutionary low-carb sugar alternative with just 5g net carbs per cup (compared with...
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Special thanks to Lora Ruffner from Low-Carb Luxury for sharing this EXCELLENT Low-Carb German Chocolate Cake recipe. Mmmmm, my mouth is watering already and it only has about 8g net carbs per slice! LOW-CARB GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE 1 cup oat...
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Costco is slow becoming my favorite grocery store. It tastes OK, carbs aren't bad at 4g, pair it with some Dreamfield's Linguine and a nice white wine for a truly sumptious meal, but if you have the time, just make...
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Jimmy has a good recipe over on his blog! 6 tablespoons butter 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped 1 tablespoon Atkins Bake Mix, CarbQuik, or your favorite low carb bake mix 2 large eggs, at room temperature 2 large egg...
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Fill yourself up with a granola bar! One bar has 150 calories, 5 grams of fat (8% of recommended daily amounts), 1 gram saturated fat, 1 gram sugar and 12 grams of protein (and 3 grams of impact carbs if...
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Chocolate is a lot better for you than you think! Chocolate is often spoken of as being good for the heart, in more ways than one. Not only does it have a chemical said to mimic being in love, but...
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Guacamole is probably the most popular dip during the Super Bowl. Did you know they're very low in carbs and they contain monounsaturated fat, which is the "good" kind of fat. This article has a variety of different recipes as...
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European chocolate, sugar-free, and less than 3 grams of net carbs. It doesn't get better than that ladies and gentlemen. It comes in dark or milk chocolate and in boxes of 4 ($12.95 with free shipping) and 12 (29.95 with...
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Chinese food is at the top of my favorite foods list and once I saw this headline, I defintely had to read this article. With all the noodles, rice, sweet sauce and hot sauces, what exactly can you eat? Laura...
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The Low Carb Diet Blog has several new recipes for everyone to savor: Flax Meal Pizza Crust - This whole pizza crust has only 7 grams of effective carbohydrate. Creamy Southwest Chicken - You can have this skillet dinner on...
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Straight from "The South Beach Diet Quick and Easy Cookbook" by Arthur Agatston! It contains 46 grams of protein! 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 small onion, chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 5...
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Laura Dolson does it again, this time creating doughnuts from flax meal and/or buttermilk if that tickles your fancy. 1 cup flax meal 1 cup almond meal 1 T baking powder 1/4 t salt 1 and 1/4 t nutmeg 1...
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I've never tried black soy beans, but still am a huge fan of black or pinto beans so I'm loving this. My suggestion: put some chopped onions in it for a an extra kick! This is also a great way...
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If you're on the run a lot and don't have much time to think about what you're going to eat for lunch, then check out these ideas: Use lots of dark green salad greens, which are much richer in nutrients...
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Buying already-made low carb foods can be expensive. So why not open up that refrigerator and pantry and use some of the stuff you already have? Laura Dolson has some great ideas: Main dishes that are "old standbys" and are...
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Laura Dolson of The Low Carb Diet Blog on About.com has created a bread using flax and fiber: I'm so excited! I've been playing with flax meal a lot lately, and I've developed this bread, which can be used in...
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I'm a fan of Chinese and chicen salads and the additional ingredientes in this recipe sound delicious. For two large salads: * 2 chicken breast, cooked with desired seasoning * 2 large bowls of lettuce * Tomatoes (optional) * Crumbled...
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Add a little kick to your treats this holiday season with this recipe! 1 cup almond flour (best without the skins, in this case) 1/2 cup cocoa powder 2 T butter, softened to room temperature 2 T powdered erythritol, xylitol,...
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The Low Carb Diet Blog has three recipes that prove that cranberries isn't only for the holidays! Low Carb Cranberry Nut Bread Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce Sugar Free Dried Cranberries...
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A recipe with beer and cheese can never go wrong! 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup sliced celery 2 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons flour 1 cup hot water 1 chicken bouillon cube 3 cups half-and-half 3 cups diced ham 16...
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This sounds a lot like Le Madeline's recipe for tomato basil soup, which is amazingly good. 3 oz. (1 package, or about 30) sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil) 2 jars (7-oz. each) roasted red peppers, drained 2 garlic cloves,...
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Wow! Another spicy, but very yummy appetizer. My whole family is from Merida, Yucatan, which is three hours west of Cancun. I've had ceviche at several different places in Merida's nearby beach, Progreso, but nothing like this one! 1 1/2...
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What's with all the spicy dishes? I like them! It puts that extra taste bud to work and gives you a really good feeling. Also, it burns calories! If something's too spicy for you, you'll begin to sweat or begin...
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Another spicy dish to enjoy this cold, winter season. 15 ml (1 tbsp) canola oil 1 small onion, chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 10 ml (2 tsp) ground cumin 1.25 l (5 cups) lower-sodium chicken broth...
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With the holidays in full swing, why not try out this low carb recipe to spice things up a bit. 2 10 oz pkgs frozen creamed spinach 4 sliced of ham 4 eggs Salt and pepper 1/8 tsp nutmeg ½...
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We enjoyed this cheesecake recipe over the weekend and thought it would be a great treat for you to make tomorrow before the trick or treaters invade. Something about fall just makes pumpkins taste great (especially now that daylight savings...
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For some reason we tend to have prime rib only when dining out, but it's actually pretty simple to make at home. Served with au jus and some steamed veggies it's a hard meal to beat. We have looked at...
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When we saw this recipe for low-carb peanut butter cookies, we knew that they had to be made this weekend. Join in on the fun and with only one carb per cookie you'll be happy you did. 1/2 cup plus...
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This recipe for low-carb brownie pie looks fabulous. We'll have to break down and try this tonight. And with only 3 net-carbs per serving they are going to be hard to resist. Here's what to add to your grocery list:...
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With Labor day weekend right around the corner (and let's face it, tomorrow is the real start of things because half your office mates will take off) we thought we would highlight some low-carb fare for the last cookout of...
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Asian is one of our favorite types of cuisine, but with the focus often on noodels and rice it can be hard to have on a low-carb diet. That's where this great recipe for veggie stir-fry comes in. There are...
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Jamaican jerk is one of those flavors that really hits the spot from time to time (it's also hard to describe, but we're sure you'll like it) so this recipe for Jamaican jerk pork loin sounds just fantastic. With no...
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Low Carb Luxury has a delicious sounding recipe in their latest issue, Coconut Chicken. Coconut is not used as often as it should be, so we're anxious to taste this. 3 thin boneless chicken breast cutlets Salt and pepper, to...
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This recipe for Tequila Chicken Quesadillas made us quite hungry and the results were even above our expectations. There are a lot of ingredients, but you can feel free to play with it depending on what you currently have in...
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Atkins has a great recipe for a Raspberry Soy Frappe. It takes only about five minutes to make and has 7 grams of net carbs and 120 calories per serving. "Soy can be a great addition to your diet. Research...
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Atkins has published a great recipe for Italian Frittatas. In these "flat omelets," eggs are used simply to bind together low-carb ingredients such as vegetables, seasonings, and meats. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 2 garlic cloves, minced...
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Here's the second Atkins approved recipe provided to CarbWire: Double Chocolate Brownies - (per serving) 5g net carbs; 7.5g total carbs; 2.5g fiber; 3.5g protein; 16g fat; 186 calories. Makes 16 (1-brownie) servings; Prep time: 30 minutes; Cook time: 35...
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Atkins has provided us with a few low-carb holiday recipes that we will be posting in the coming weeks. Here's the first tasty dish: Sausage-sage stuffing - (per serving) 4.5g net carbs; 9g total carbs; 4.5g fiber; 25g protein; 24.5g...
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Atkins has published a great recipe for a Zucchini and Jicama Salad. Jicama is a baseball-size root vegetable similar in texture to a radish, but with a slightly sweet flavor. Low in carbs, jicama adds crunch and volume to salads...
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In honor of the start of the 2004 Summer Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, Dreamfields has released a greek inspired low-carb pasta salad for you to serve your family and friends during the event. Greek Penne Pasta Salad Ingredients: 16...
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Here's a great recipe that's packed with flavor. Southern Flair Deviled Eggs, which contain 1-2 grams of carbs per serving (depending on chosen fillings), make a tasty side dish for any meal. The recipe makes 24 egg-halves. 12 eggs at...
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Looking for a new low-carb chicken meal to serve for dinner tonight? Check out Low Carb Luxury's recipe for Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade. A brightly colored center of green leaf spinach, red roasted...
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There is a great recipe for Maple Pecan Chicken in the latest issue of the Low Carb Luxury online magainze. 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard 1/4 cup Estee or Keto Sugar Free Maple Syrup 2 teaspoons Brandy 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce...
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Since it's a holiday weekend in the U.S., millions of people are planning to have cookouts. Lucky for us, cookouts can be low-carb (think about all the meat). Here's some low-carb recipes that rank high on our list for perfect...
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After spotting this tasty low-carb chili recipe, we just had to share. It can be made with or without tomatos, but the carb count goes up if you use tomatos. 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup onion, chopped 3 Tablespoons...
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There's a new recipe for low-carb fried chicken on the Low Carb And Lovin' It website. While we haven't tried it [yet], it's making us hungry just thinking about it: 3 to 6 cups vegetable oil (more or less depending...
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The Food Network recently posted a tasty low-carb recipe: cannoli parfaits. The recipe came from the network's new Low Carb and Lovin' It show. Chocolate Chips 1-ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped 1/2 cup sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda) 1 tablespoon hot water...
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The "Eats & Drinks" section of the Detroit News has another low-carb lamb recipe that will make for a great Easter feast--Crown Roast Rack of Lamb With Garlic and Rosemary. 2 racks of lamb, about 8 to 9 bones each...
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The April issue of the Controlled-Carbohydrate Nutrition & Food Newsletter, provided by Atkins Health & Medical Information Services gives some helpful tips to help overcome the urge to cheat during Easter or Passover. Included is a recipe for Butterflied Leg...
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It's now officially Spring, and there is no better way to kick it off than with a little low-carb key lime pie: 16-oz cream cheese, softened 1 large package Sugar-Free Lime Jell-O 2 packets Splenda 1/3 cup boiling water 1/3...
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Why are these chickens wings prefaced with heroin? They are that addictive, or so says the Toronto Star. Here's the scoop: 24 chicken wing drumettes (about 2-1/2 lb/1 kg) 1 cup grated parmesan 2 tbsp dried parsley 1 tbsp dried...
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New Jersey's Star-Ledger has 10 great tips on using mustard to give your low-carb meals some added flavor. The newspaper offers ideas on how to use the condiment in recipes for fish, salad dressing, eggs, sandwiches (low-carb bread, of course),...
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In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, we offer up recipes that are both low in carbs and high in flavor: Irish Pub Salad Cashel, an Irish blue cheese, adds a creamy texture and sweet, slightly tangy flavor to this classic...
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An oldie but a goodie. Cooked cauliflower processed with sour cream. Garnish with grated cheese and fresh minced chives. Total carbs: 5.5g 2 cups cauliflower, finely chopped 1 tablespoon sour cream, or more to taste 1 tablespoon butter Salt and...
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Chocolate cupcakes that actually sound tasty. CarbWire hasn't made it into the kitchen lately (launching a new website keeps you busy), so feel free to let us know your thoughts if you decide to make these. Total carbs: 3 per...
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This recipe is via Baja Bob, maker of the low-carb bar mix. The margarita is aimed at those who want refreshing flavor without all the sweetness and calories of a regular margarita. Each of the Baja Bob's drink mixes contains...
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In honor of Valentines day, we offer up recipes that are both low in carbs and high in flavor: Lovers' Flutes Shrimp-and-Scallop Salad with Fennel Beef Filet with Bacon and Gorgonzola Butter Chocolate-Mousse Mini Cheesecakes...
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Shaping the veal mixture like sausages makes them easy to wrap in controlled carb tortillas. Serve with additional salsa and sour cream. 1 1/2 pounds ground veal 2 green onions, finely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons green...
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