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Low Carb Chili

February 9th, 2012

Low Carb Chili

Earlier this week it was cold and rainy and just seemed like a perfect time to make low carb chili. I’ve made this recipe a few times and it just comes out tasting super delicious every time I make it. Give it a try and see what you think.

Low Carb Chili
Adapted from: Chill on Food.com

  • 1 quart water
  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, mashed
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp allspice
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 6-8 oz Mushrooms, chopped
  • 3/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
  1. Brown meat, drain off fat.
  2. Chop onion and green pepper and sauté.
  3. Chop mushrooms (or buy pre-chopped package) and sauté.
  4. Add sautéed onion, green pepper, mushrooms and all remaining ingredients to the beef.
  5. Bring to a boil, then simmer 2 hours.
  6. Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese and chopped green onions on top.

Makes 6 servings.

Carb Count:
1 serving = 8.5 net carbs per serving

Grilled Moroccan Chicken

May 2nd, 2011

moroccan-chicken

The BBQ is clean, propane is filled and it’s perfect weather to grill! I’m looking forward to using the grill for many delicious dinners, but tonight’s main dish was Grilled Moroccan Chicken. This is a very simple recipe, but incredibly flavorful. Enjoy!

Grilled Moroccan Chicken

  • 6 boneless chicken breasts
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  1. Combine the garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, turmeric and olive oil in a glass mixing bowl and stir until blended.
  2. Add the boneless chicken breasts and toss until all are coated.
  3. Cover, marinate and chill for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  4. Grill until done.

Makes 6 servings.

Side Dish Tip: Get creative, add assorted grilled veggies or cauliflower mash or any other low carb favorite.

Carb Count:
1 serving = 1.9 net carbs per serving