Low-Carb, So Simple!

Chocolate Mud Cake in a Mug

April 30, 2018 By elviira 13 Comments

Have you noticed that most low-carb recipes are designed for a whole family? With enormous batches, and boldly boasting that “the whole family will like this!”? But why doesn’t anybody think of single people? It’s very seldom that a whole family follows a low-carb or ketogenic diet. And if you want a snack, you won’t want to bake a whole batch of something, anyway. You want a single serving of something quick. Sound familiar? If so, then, this Chocolate Mud Cake in a Mug is a life-saver!

Originally, I posted this recipe on my Facebook page in September 2015. However, as it used to be a staple in our house — and got big love on the Facebook page when I posted it — I thought it deserved a whole blog post of its own. This is one of the simplest, chocolatiest and most delicious recipes I’ve ever seen for a low-carb chocolate mug cake. I bet you’ll agree!
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Roasted Cabbage with Bacon and Blue Cheese

April 16, 2018 By elviira 8 Comments

Finally! Remember how in my previous post I was ranting about my failed cabbage experiments and how everything I tried ended up tasting bland? And how I promised to post a cabbage recipe once I developed a perfect one? Well, my dear reader, I’m happy to tell you I managed to develop a super-tasty (and simple!) recipe for Roasted Cabbage with Bacon and Blue Cheese. Doesn’t it sound incredible already? Just wait until you actually taste it; it’s going to blow your mind.

Read more about my experiments below and get some tips on how to prepare this easy dish. And if you’re not a fan of blue cheese, don’t worry: there are some bluecheeseless variations at the end of this post!
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Green Egg Muffins with Ham and Cheese

March 27, 2018 By elviira 2 Comments

These joyfully spring-colored keto egg muffins aren’t just perfect for Easter: they make a superb and satisfying low-carb breakfast or snack at any time of the year. And they freeze really well, so keep a batch in the freezer and pop one into the microwave when you need to grab a bite on the run.

I bet you and your whole family will love these delicious, super-healthy muffins! (They are a great way to get kids to eat spinach, too!)

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Curried Cream of Cauliflower Soup

March 6, 2018 By elviira 7 Comments

Need comfort food—and fast? This Curried Cream of Cauliflower Soup is sure to hit the spot! It’s smooth and velvety, quick and easy to make, and truly satisfying—what else could you wish for?
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Easy Egg Gratin with Sriracha Sauce

February 11, 2018 By elviira 6 Comments

First of all, I want to thank Gladys — my dear friend and reader — for this wonderful recipe idea. She sent me an old Hard Boiled Eggs Gratin recipe that was found in a wooden trunk which had been hidden away in the corner of a dusty attic for generations.

I was immediately intrigued with egg gratin; it sounded like a perfect idea and looked gorgeous. Actually, I made several experiments when perfecting the recipe — you can read more about them in this post. This variation is my absolute favorite, though, because it’s so tasty: Sriracha (or homemade Sugar-Free Sweet Chili Sauce) is a great companion for this easy, nearly-zero-carb egg gratin.
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Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower with Bacon

January 29, 2018 By elviira 2 Comments

This recipe is guaranteed to leave you scratching your head: How can something THIS simple taste THAT good? Well, believe it, because it’s true. This Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower is about to knock your socks off!

Just don’t forget to check the tips for variations at the end of this post: There are tons of different ways to make this addictive dish.
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4-Ingredient Avocado Chipotle Soup aka Fat Bomb Soup

January 13, 2018 By elviira 20 Comments

Ever thought of fat bombs as a soup before? It’s not as weird as it sounds; in fact, it’s delicious. This 4-Ingredient Avocado Chipotle Soup adds plenty of good fats to your diet, and it’s easy to make as well—no complicated ingredient lists with dozens of items. All you need are a few minutes and four natural, easy-to-find ingredients.
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Bourbon Dark Chocolate Fondue

December 29, 2017 By elviira 2 Comments

My previous post was a recipe for a white chocolate fondue, so now it’s time for a dark chocolate fondue recipe. And what a recipe it is! With the sumptuous flavors of dark chocolate, bourbon, and vanilla, this 5-ingredient fondue will be the centerpiece of every (adult) party! But don’t despair if you avoid alcohol: there are tips for an alcohol-free version at the end of this post, too.
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2-Ingredient Champagne White Chocolate Fondue

December 18, 2017 By elviira Leave a Comment

I was so close to not posting this recipe because I was actually ashamed (and I still am!) of how simple it is. Even though its name sounds luxurious, it has just two ingredients (and I bet you can already guess what they are!). But it’s still pretty ingenious, if I do say so myself—or, at least, really simple and delicious, so I decided to share it with you.

Perfect for the holidays as well as for the New Year, this fondue recipe will be the hit of any adult party, and your guests will rave about it for months to come. And they’ll be shocked when you tell them it calls for a mere two ingredients!

Plus, this doesn’t need to be an adults-only recipe: at the end of this post you’ll find tips for kid-friendly alcohol-free versions, too.
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Low-Sugar, So Simple Book + Flourless 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cake in a Mug + Win Amazon Gift Card

December 11, 2017 By elviira 90 Comments

Great news! My newest book, Low Sugar, So Simple, was finally published at the end of November! And one week after the launch, it became #1 on Amazon’s new releases in the gluten-free diets category! Words cannot describe how grateful I am to you, my dear reader, for your help in making this possible! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

So, in this blog post, I’m going to give you a recipe from the book, namely the Flourless 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cake in a Mug, which is a real hit in my family (and they usually don’t even like peanut butter!). And the best part is, you can vary it to your heart’s content. Read on to find out more!

UPDATE: Video for drawing the winner in the end of the post!
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