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Scrumptious Cornish Hens (and bacon)

Have you ever tried Cornish Hens? If you haven’t you should absolutely consider them for your next dinner party. They are naturally sweeter and more tender than chicken and if cooked right they are an absolute delicacy.

To make the Hens you will want to place them in a roasting pan. Rub them with the garlic spice rub. Then place the bunch of dill on top and wrap the hen with bacon, using a toothpick to secure it in place.

Roast them in the oven at 350 Degrees for 40 mins.

Pull out and serve half a hen or a whole one (depending on how hungry you are) on a plate with a side of mashed cauliflower and butter. Garnish with dill and some fresh olive oil.

*If you are feeling extra creative stay tuned for next weeks post on Fun Filled Keto Stuffings!

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 Scrumptious Cornish Hens
Have you ever tried Cornish Hens? If you haven’t you should absolutely consider them for your next dinner party. They are naturally sweeter and more tender than chicken and if cooked right they are an absolute delicacy.
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Servings
Ingredients
  • 4 Cornish Hens
  • 4-8 Slices Bacon thick cut
  • 1 Bunch Dill large
  • 3 Lemons cut into wedges
Sicilian Spice Rub
  • 1 tbsp Paprika powder
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp All Spice powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper fresh cracked
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg powder
  • pinch hot chili flakes fresh sliced or dried
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Servings
Ingredients
  • 4 Cornish Hens
  • 4-8 Slices Bacon thick cut
  • 1 Bunch Dill large
  • 3 Lemons cut into wedges
Sicilian Spice Rub
  • 1 tbsp Paprika powder
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp All Spice powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper fresh cracked
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg powder
  • pinch hot chili flakes fresh sliced or dried
Instructions
  1. Preheat Oven to 350 Degrees and place Cornish Hens in a roasting pan.
  2. Stuff the cavity of the hens with the lemon wedges.
  3. Combine all dry rub ingredients in a bowl.
  4. Rub the the dry rub on the outside of the hens. Tip: rub a little bit of olive oil or water onto the hens first, if they dry rub isn't sticking well.
  5. Take a large handful of dill and place it on top of the bird, carefully using a slice of bacon to secure it in place. Use a toothpick to help keep the bacon in place. You can optionally add another slice of bacon if you desire.
  6. Cover the hens and place them in the oven to bake for 40 mins at 350 degrees.
  7. Once hens are cooked, pull them out and serve with a drizzle of olive oil, dill and lemon wedge to garnish.
Keto•Low Carb•Main Dish•Paleo

Keto Traditional Italian Bolognese Sauce

If pasta was your fav dish before keto, then look no further! This Bolognese will satisfy your cravings for that almighty Italian goodness!

Firstly, you will want to put the onion, mushrooms, beef and butter into a sauce pot. Let them cook down a bit (about 8 mins).

Then add the rest of the ingredients. Stir everything together well, then cover the pot and let simmer on low for 1 – 4 hours. The longer you simmer the better it will taste! Keep checking it every so often and add extra broth or water if necessary.

Serve this dish with cooked zucchinni noodles and freshly grated parmesan cheese.

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 Bolognese Sauce
If pasta was your fav dish before keto, then look no further! This Bolognese will satisfy your cravings for that almighty Italian goodness!
Prep Time 10 Mins
Cook Time 1-4 Hours
Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Onion chopped
  • 1 cup Mushrooms use a variety of different kinds, if possible.
  • 2 cloves Garlic thinly sliced
  • 1 Can (28oz) Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Bone Broth add more as necessary
  • 1/2 tbsp Oregano dried
  • 1/2 tbsp Sage dried
  • 1/2 tbsp Thyme dried
  • 1 cup Basil fresh chopped
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vingear
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1/2 tbsp Pepper
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 1/2 cup Red Wine optional
  • Parmesan Cheese fresh grated
Prep Time 10 Mins
Cook Time 1-4 Hours
Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Onion chopped
  • 1 cup Mushrooms use a variety of different kinds, if possible.
  • 2 cloves Garlic thinly sliced
  • 1 Can (28oz) Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Bone Broth add more as necessary
  • 1/2 tbsp Oregano dried
  • 1/2 tbsp Sage dried
  • 1/2 tbsp Thyme dried
  • 1 cup Basil fresh chopped
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vingear
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1/2 tbsp Pepper
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 1/2 cup Red Wine optional
  • Parmesan Cheese fresh grated
Instructions
  1. Combine Ground Beef, Butter, Onions, and Mushrooms in a large Sauce Pot. Let them cook down for about 8 mins.
  2. After the meat has been a bit browned and the onions and mushrooms are cooked down about half way. Add the rest of the ingredients into the pot.
  3. Let it simmer for 1 hour uncovered, stirring continously to speed up the process. Alternatively cover it and let it simmer for 2-4 hours. Adding additional bone broth if the sauce gets too thick.
  4. Serve with cooked spiralized zuchinni "noodles" and freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Gluten-Free•Keto•Low Carb•Paleo•Side Dish

Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon! [The Best Side Dish]

This side dish is simple, rustic and oh so yummy!

In my opinion, there is no better side dish! I know, some people don’t like brussel sprouts, but I think they MUST hold judgment until they try them slow roasted with bacon and onions! The flavour of the sprouts almost become sweet and caramelized and the bacon adds a salty and wonderful touch!

If you want to make this we recommend using either a sheet pan or roasting pan. You will want to chop the onion and bacon into small pieces and mix them evenly with the brussel sprouts. Top with olive oil, salt and pepper and pop them in the oven at 350 degrees for 45 minutes – 1 hour. It’s also important that you move them around occasionally to get an even roasting.

Serve as a side dish with oven roasted chicken, steak, fish or whatever. This dish is the ultimate little black dress, it goes with everything!

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 Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
This side dish is simple, rustic and oh so yummy! The flavour of the sprouts become sweet and caramelized and the bacon adds the salty and wonderful touch!
Prep Time 5
Cook Time 45 mins
Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 lb Brussel Sprouts cut in halves
  • 1 lb Bacon chopped into small squares
  • 1 Small Onion chopped
  • 3 tbsp Olive OIl
  • Salt & Pepper
Prep Time 5
Cook Time 45 mins
Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 lb Brussel Sprouts cut in halves
  • 1 lb Bacon chopped into small squares
  • 1 Small Onion chopped
  • 3 tbsp Olive OIl
  • Salt & Pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat Oven to 350 Degrees
  2. Using a sheet pan or roasting pan. Spread out the Brussel Sprouts, Bacon and Onion. Make sure all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Top with Olive Oil, Salt and Pepper
  4. Place in oven at 350 Degrees for 45 mins - 1 hour. Brussel Sprout should be every soft and carmelized. .

Serve & Enjoy!

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Gluten-Free•Keto•Low Carb•Main Dish

Good Ol’ Mozza Meatballs [Keto + Gluten-free]

Good Ol’ Mozzarella Meatballs, a historic classic. Meatball recipes have been passed down in secrecy through generations. The secret to what makes the best meatballs is a point of argument for some, however, we promise that these balls are sure to leave you so satisfied you’ll be making this new recipe a secret of your own.

The basics of making meatballs are pretty simple, you need about a pound of meat, an egg, some spices, and that’s it! It’s not complicated, but what you spice it with will makes all the difference. Start with mixing in a bowel the ground meat and an egg, then add the spices (see recipe), and mix together.

Next, you’ll want to hand-form the meat mixture into balls (remember to olive oil your hands before rolling). Simply grab handfuls of meat and roll them in your hands into a ball shape (These can be weighted or eyeballed). Place them on a baking sheet and pop in the oven at 350 degrees for 30 mins. We recommend rolling the balls halfway through the cooking time to ensure an even cook.

Pull the meatballs out of the oven once they are done and immediately place thinly sliced mozzarella slices on top. Allow the mozzarella to melt onto the meatballs, creating a gooey sauce!

Serve & Enjoy!

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 Mozza Meatballs
Good Ol’ Mozzarella Meatballs, a historic classic. Meatball recipes have been passed down in secrecy through generations. The secret to what makes the best meatballs is a point of argument for some. However, we promise that these balls are sure to leave you so satisfied you’ll be keeping this recipe a secret.
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Servings
meatballs
Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Garlic fresh chopped
  • 1 tbsp Parsley fresh chopped
  • 1 tbsp Oregano fresh or dried
  • 1 tbsp Olive OIl
  • Salt & Pepper
  • 15 Slices Mozzarella Medium Slices
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Servings
meatballs
Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Garlic fresh chopped
  • 1 tbsp Parsley fresh chopped
  • 1 tbsp Oregano fresh or dried
  • 1 tbsp Olive OIl
  • Salt & Pepper
  • 15 Slices Mozzarella Medium Slices
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 Degrees
  2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix.
  3. Grab Handfuls of the mixture and hand-form them into ball shapes. Tip: Cover hands with Olive Oil, to prevent mixture sticking to your hands.
  4. Place meatballs on a baking sheet and place in oven at 350 Degrees for 30 mins. We recommend rolling them halfway through to ensure an even cook.
  5. Once done, pull them out and place thin slices of mozzarella on top to let them melt over the meatballs. If they are thicker slices feel free to put the meatballs back in the oven for 1 minute to let the slices melt.
  6. Serve on its own, with a side of vegetables or salad. These also go great with zuchinni spirals and a bit of pesto.
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