The Keto Bread You've Been Dreaming Of

I’ve been living the ketogenic lifestyle for more than a year now and have tried many disappointing bread recipes. This is the keto bread you’ve been dreaming of. It doesn’t taste eggy, is actually soft, light and flavorful, as well as low carb. And bonus, the recipe is super easy, requiring no real baking skills. I use these rolls for avocado toast, as hamburger buns, for sandwiches, or have them whenever I’m craving bread. They are great toasted and served warm, slathered with butter or some cream cheese.

Enjoy!

Skill Level: Easy

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

5 tablespoons ground psyllium husk powder

1 ¼ cups almond flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons cider vinegar (I use apple cider vinegar)

3 egg whites

1 cup water

Oil (I use avocado but any variety is fine)

Everything bagel seasoning (optional)

(4 tablespoons sesame seeds, 4 tablespoons poppy seeds, 2 tablespoons dried minced onion, 2 tablespoons dried garlic flakes, 2 teaspoons sea or pink Himalayan salt) Or just buy some everything but the bagel seasoning

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350F

Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl.

Add vinegar and egg whites, mix well.

Bring water to a boil, either on the stove or in the microwave for 90 to 120 seconds. Add to other ingredients. Don’t over mix, just until its doughty and well combined.

Spread everything bagel seasoning in a shallow bowl or plate.

Moisten fingers with oil, so dough doesn’t stick, and shape into 6 separate ovals.

Coat in bagel seasoning and set onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. (I only coat the top.)

Bake on lower oven rack for 50-60 minutes until tapping the bottom of roll creates a hollow sound.

Nutrition Info:

Serving Size – 1 roll

Calories: 170 kcal

Protein: 7g

Fat: 13g

Net Carbs: 2g

Nicole's Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Since last Spring I have been living the ketogenic lifestyle, which has had a major impact on my cooking. As a result, I've adapted many of my classic recipes to fit my new way of life. My loaded cauliflower casserole is an adaptation of my favorite comfort food, Mac & Cheese. At only 4.2 net carbs and packed with protein it's the perfect keto indulgence.

Nicole's Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Skill Level: Easy

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

24 ounces cauliflower florets

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

2 ounces sour cream

2 tablespoons butter, softened

1/4 cup green onions

8 thick slices of bacon, crumbled, divided

2 ounces Pork rinds, crumbled
Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray an casserole dish with non-stick spray. Set aside.

In a large microwave safe bowl, add cauliflower (broken into bite size pieces) and 2 tablespoons of water, cover and microwave for 3 minutes.

In a large bowl, stir together half of the cheddar, cream cheese, sour cream, butter and green onions until well combined.

Add the cauliflower and half of the bacon. Stir to coat.

Pour mixture into prepared backing dish and sprinkle with remaining cheddar, bacon and crumbled pork rinds.

Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the cauliflower reaches desired softness.

Enjoy!

Author's Note: I make a cup of espresso and brush some over the bacon, add a bit of fresh ground pepper, then bake it at 400 degrees until crisp. Yes, it sounds weird but tastes amazing if you like coffee. Because, come on, coffee and bacon, what's not to like.

Nutrition Information
*Note: I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared below should only be used as a general guideline.

Nicole's Loaded Cauliflower Casserole Nutrition Facts
Servings: 8
Amount per serving
Calories	411
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 32g	41%
Saturated Fat 17.2g	86%
Cholesterol 94mg	31%
Sodium 1013mg	44%
Total Carbohydrate 6.4g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	8%
Total Sugars 2.3g
Protein 25.5g
Vitamin D 5mcg	27%
Calcium 372mg	29%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 439mg	9%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet.2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.