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Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts ~ Keto & Low Carb

April 23, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Do you ever want to serve your family something just a little bit fancy for dinner?

But all the fancy recipes seem complicated or too fussy?

Well, have I got a deal for you!

These Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts look pretty fancy and taste down right amazing.

And there’e not one thing complicated or fussy about this keto chicken breast recipe!

This recipe will feed 4 people if you have normal sized chicken breasts.

If you have the freakishly large ones you’ll be able to feed more. 🙂

So use your best judgement.

One of the things I really like about this recipe, other than how good it tastes, is that you probably have all the ingredients already in your kitchen.

Because there’s not any weird ingredients, just normal stuff. And it’s chicken, so it’s a pretty frugal meal as well.

So much to love!

Now let’s get cooking.

Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

4 chicken breasts
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp sea salt, divided
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
4 oz can sliced mushrooms, roughly chopped
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 c grated Parmesan
1 clove garlic, minced
4 slices bacon

Let’s start by preheating the oven to 375°F.

Prep the Chicken

Time to do a little surgery on those chicken breasts. Freakishly large or otherwise.

So put them on a cutting board. Now get a really sharp knife and you’re going to cut a pocket into the side of each breast.

Make it as close to the middle as you can and don’t cut all the way through the back.

Put the paprika, 1/2 tsp of sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder into a small bowl and mix it up well.

Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of all the chicken breasts.

chicken breasts sprinkled with seasonings

Make the Stuffing

Now grab a small mixing bowl. Put the cream cheese into the bowl and stir it up a little bit.

Then throw the Parmesan cheese, the minced garlic, and the rest of the sea salt into the bowl and mix all that up really well.

Drain the mushrooms and chop them up. Leave them in big chunks. Add mix those into the cream cheese mixture.

chicken breasts stuffed with cream cheese mixture

Divide the cream cheese mixture into quarters. Now get a spoon and put the mixture into the pockets you cut into the sides of the chicken breasts.

Try to tuck it into the back of the pocket as much as possible. It will start to melt and run out a little during baking, so don’t give it a head start.

Now go get those bacon strips. Cut them each into 2 pieces. So instead of 4 long strips, you now have 8 shorter strips.

stuffed chicken breasts wrapped with bacon

Take 2 of those shorter strips and wrap them around one of the chicken breasts. I try to cover up as much of the opening of the pocket as I can. That helps some with the escaping cream cheese mixture.

When you’ve got them wrapped up, put those bad boys into a 9″ x 13″ baking dish and pop them into the preheated oven.

Bake them for a minimum of 30 minutes. If you have the gargantuan chicken breasts, it’s going to take longer than that.

The ones you see in the pictures actually took about 50 minutes. But start checking at 30 minutes to see if they are cooked through.

When the chicken is done you can turn on the broiler to crisp up the bacon if you want to.

I usually want to…

I like to serve these Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts with my Balsamic Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts and an avocado salad with homemade Ranch dressing.

Peace, love, and cheesy mushrooms!

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More keto chicken recipes you should make:

Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts ~ Keto & Low Carb

The Best Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole in the World

Fantastic Cheesy Chicken Patties ~ Keto & Gluten-free

Add the spaghetti squash and mix well. Continue to cook until the squash is heated through.

Quick Keto Chicken Alfredo with Spaghetti Squash

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Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

This is one of the best keto chicken breast recipes around. It's easy, it's frugal, and it's melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Make it tonight!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 477 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp sea salt divided
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1 4 oz can sliced mushrooms
4 oz cream cheese softened
1/4 c grated Parmesan
1 clove garlic minced
4 slices bacon

Instructions

Let's start by preheating the oven to 375°F.

Prep the Chicken

Time to do a little surgery on those chicken breasts. Freakishly large or otherwise.
So put them on a cutting board. Now get a really sharp knife and you're going to cut a pocket into the side of each breast. Make it as close to the middle as you can and don't cut all the way through the back.
Put the paprika, 1/2 tsp of sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder into a small bowl and mix it up well.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of all the chicken breasts.

Make the Stuffing

Now grab a small mixing bowl. Put the cream cheese into the bowl and stir it up a little bit.
Then throw the Parmesan cheese, the minced garlic, and the rest of the sea salt into the bowl and mix all that up really well.
Drain the mushrooms and chop them up. Leave them in big chunks. Add mix those into the cream cheese mixture.
Divide the cream cheese mixture into quarters. Now get a spoon and put the mixture into the pockets you cut into the sides of the chicken breasts.
Try to tuck it into the back of the pocket as much as possible. It will start to melt and run out a little during baking, so don't give it a head start.
Now go get those bacon strips. Cut them each into 2 pieces. So instead of 4 long strips, you now have 8 shorter strips.
Take 2 of those shorter strips and wrap them around one of the chicken breasts. I try to cover up as much of the opening of the pocket as I can. That helps some with the escaping cream cheese mixture.
When you've got them wrapped up, put those bad boys into a 9" x 13" baking dish and pop them into the preheated oven.
Bake them for a minimum of 30 minutes. If you have the gargantuan chicken breasts, it's going to take longer than that.
The ones you see in the pictures actually took about 50 minutes. But start checking at 30 minutes to see if they are cooked through.
When the chicken is done you can turn on the broiler to crisp up the bacon if you want to. I usually want to...

Recipe Notes

I like to serve these Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts with my Balsamic Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts and an avocado salad with homemade Ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 477 Calories from Fat 234

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 26g 40%

Saturated Fat 10g 50%

Cholesterol 195mg 65%

Sodium 1176mg 49%

Potassium 931mg 27%

Total Carbohydrates 2g 1%

Sugars 1g

Protein 55g 110%

Vitamin A 15.7%

Vitamin C 3.6%

Calcium 10.8%

Iron 6.7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Fabulous Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

April 15, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ahhh…the weekend…

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways…

Do you slow down on the weekends?

I do, every chance I get.

And whether you get to do it every week, or just every once in a while, it’s always a treat.

There’s just nothing better than a leisurely breakfast or brunch on a weekend morning to get me ready for the coming week.

This past weekend I was coming off a crazy hectic week. You know the ones.

Something goes haywire at the office.

You have to be someplace, or sometimes several places, every night of the week.

The washing machine leaked all over the floor.

And so did the dog.

Right after she ate your favorite pair of shoes…always the right shoe…what’s that about?

And you may or may not have lost your phone.

Again.

Some days you just need a moment, ya know?

And I decided I needed some R&R. And you need to decide that for yourself. Cuz nobody’s gonna just give it to you.

I got me a bunch of flowers on the way home late Friday night.

And you should totally do that for yourself, too! It just perks the whole room up.

Unless you’re a guy. Then get them for someone else.

Anyway, I choose this pretty fabulous Keto Broccoli Cheddar Quiche to make for brunch on Saturday.

I decided on brunch so I could sleep in…lol

Since it doesn’t have a crust it’s perfect for a keto or low carb diet.

And what can I say about broccoli & cheddar?

Only that it’s a match-made-in-heaven kinda paring!

It’a also one of those put-it-together-the-night-before-if-you-feel-so-inclined breakfasts. Gotta love that!

I’ve gotta be honest with y’all. I was not so inclined this weekend.

But even if you don’t get it ready the night before, it’s a pretty fast and easy dish to put together.

It’s perfect paired with a simple salad for brunch. With homemade Keto Ranch Dressing, of course!

You can use fresh broccoli or leftover cooked broccoli if you have it, so it’s also a great meal prep recipe.

And while it’s awesome fresh out of the oven, it reheats well, and it’s even good cold. So it’s perfect as a make ahead recipe as well.

A two-fer. Who knew?

For more make ahead breakfast recipe ideas, check out this post.

But enough chit chat.

Grab your apron and let’s get started!

Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

Coconut oil spray
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup heavy cream
5 large eggs
3/4 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
pinch of nutmeg

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F.

Now prepare your baking dish by spraying it with the coconut oil spray.

Spread the chopped broccoli evenly in the bottom of the dish.

Then sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the broccoli.

Broccoli and cheddar in baking dish for keto broccoli cheddar quiche

it’s mighty cheesy up in there

Now you’re going to make the custard. So crack the eggs into a medium mixing bowl and whisk until combined.

Add the heavy cream, the salt and pepper, and the nutmeg and whisk again.

And finally, pour the egg mixture over the broccoli and cheese in the baking dish.

Pouring custard over the broccoli and cheddar for the keto quiche

adding the custard

Bake the quiche for 35 to 40 minutes. The center should be set. Check that by inserting a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, you should be good to go.

Let cool slightly before serving.

If you want to add ham or bacon or maybe even some mushrooms, or a mixture of all of the above, add 1 cup and decrease the broccoli to 1 cup.

So there you have it. Quiche, a little salad, and a brunch beverage of your choice. Low carb, of course.

*sniff* I miss mimosas *sniff*

And enjoy the peace and quiet.

Since you may or may not have “lost” your phone…

Peace, love, and phone free brunch!

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Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

This classic pairing of broccoli and cheddar is always a hit! Putting it into a quiche is genius! And with no crust, this quiche is keto friendly. Enjoy!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine French

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 6 slices

Calories 290 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

Coconut oil spray
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup heavy cream
5 large eggs
3/4 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F.
Now prepare your baking dish by spraying it with the coconut oil spray.
Spread the chopped broccoli evenly in the bottom of the dish.
Then sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the broccoli.
Crack the eggs into a medium mixing bowl and whisk until combined.
Add the heavy cream, the salt and pepper, and the nutmeg and whisk again.
And finally, pour the egg mixture over the broccoli and cheese in the baking dish.
Bake the quiche for 35 to 40 minutes. The center should be set. Check by inserting a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, you should be good to go.
Let cool slightly before serving.

Recipe Notes

If you want to add ham or bacon or maybe even some mushrooms, or a mixture of all of the above, add 1 cup and decrease the broccoli to 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts

Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

Amount Per Serving

Calories 290 Calories from Fat 225

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 25g 38%

Saturated Fat 14g 70%

Cholesterol 249mg 83%

Sodium 499mg 21%

Potassium 209mg 6%

Total Carbohydrates 3g 1%

Protein 12g 24%

Vitamin A 24.3%

Vitamin C 33.1%

Calcium 20.2%

Iron 6.5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

The Best Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole in the World

April 14, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

You’re tired.

You just got home from a crazy long day at work.

You’re standing in your kitchen staring intently into the fridge, desperate for an answer to that age old question:

“What’s for dinner?”

Suddenly, you spy some leftover broccoli from last night’s dinner. And some grilled chicken from the night before.

A light bulb goes off in your brain as you remember pinning this very recipe to your “Keto Must Try” board on Pinterest last week.

You breath a huge sigh of relief. The night is saved!

Ok. Maybe a little over dramatic.

But I certainly hope you will actually put this strategically placed pin on your “keto Must Try” board. 🙂

I love an easy, tasty casserole dish that you can throw together from leftovers!

And really, you just can’t go wrong with chicken, bacon, and ranch! And this particular Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole recipe is the best of the best!

This is also a great meal prep dinner. If everything is cooked ahead of time it goes together fast enough to be on the table in 30 minutes or less. And 20 minutes of that time it’s in the oven.

If you want to make it a little more filling, you can serve it over cauliflower rice or spaghetti squash noodles.

We like it with just a crispy green salad with a little more ranch dressing. Cuz more is more with ranch. Amiright?

You can always use a prepackaged ranch but homemade Keto Friendly Ranch Dressing is absolutely the best way to go.

It even lowers the carb count.

But, either way, this Bacon Cheddar Ranch Casserole is one of our favorite keto recipes.

So, let’s go make us some!

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Casserole

2 Tbsp butter OR bacon grease if you’ve just fried the bacon (I think that actually makes it better)
1 1/2 Tbsp homemade Keto Ranch Dressing Mix OR store bought
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 c heavy cream
2/3 c chicken broth
1/4 c crumbled bacon (approx. 4 slices)
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 c chopped broccoli (fresh or cooked)
2 c shredded cooked chicken

Topping

1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c crumbled bacon (approx. 8 slices)

Notes for meal prepping: 1. Cook and shred chicken (2 cups), 2. Chop broccoli (fresh or cooked, 2 cups), 3. Cook and crumble bacon (12 slices total)

First thing you need to do is preheat your oven to 350°F.

If you have an oven safe skillet, like my favorite cast iron one you see in the pictures, you can do all of this in one pan. If you don’t, you’ll need to oil a casserole dish for later.

Melt the bacon grease or butter in the skillet over medium heat.

Once that’s melted, reduce the heat to medium low and add the heavy cream, the broth, and the cream cheese.

Adding cream cheese, broth, and heavy cream

Whisk that up until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.

Now toss in the cheddar cheese and the ranch mix. Give it another good whisking.

Adding cheese and ranch dressing mix

You should taste it now. You’re not gonna believe how amazing this stuff tastes…

Now stir in the bacon pieces. And add the chicken and broccoli and stir it in until it’s well combined.

Adding chicken and broccoli

You’ll think that there’s not enough sauce, but it’s gonna be fine. Trust me.

Now’s the time to transfer it to a casserole dish if your skillet can’t go into the oven.

Cuz it’s time to top this stuff off and get it into the oven.

So sprinkle the cheese over the top. And then the rest of the crumbled bacon.

Cheesy and bacony topping

Put it in the preheated oven and cook for about 20 minutes. It should be all bubbly and melted cheesy.

You can put it under the broiler for a few minutes if you want a little bit of color on the top.

Serve it with a crispy green salad to round it out a little.

And if you want to stretch it a little you can serve it over cauliflower rice or spaghetti squash noodles.

Peace, love, and bacon ranch everything!

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5 from 1 vote

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

This is by far the BEST keto chicken bacon ranch casserole I've ever eaten! It's rich and flavorful, plus it's a breeze to pull together. Get it on the table in 30 minutes.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 6 people

Calories 434 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

Casserole

2 Tbsp butter OR bacon grease if you've just fried the bacon I think that actually makes it better
1 1/2 Tbsp homemade Keto Ranch Dressing Mix OR store bought
4 oz cream cheese softened
1/4 c heavy cream
2/3 c chicken broth
1/4 c crumbled bacon approx. 4 slices
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 c chopped broccoli fresh or cooked
2 c shredded cooked chicken

Topping

1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c crumbled bacon approx. 8 slices

Instructions

First thing you need to do is preheat your oven to 350°F.
If you have an oven safe skillet you can do all of this in one pan. If you don't, you'll need to oil a casserole dish for later.
Melt the bacon grease or butter in the skillet over medium heat.
Once that's melted, reduce the heat to medium low and add the heavy cream, the broth, and the cream cheese.
Whisk that up until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Now toss in the cheddar cheese and the ranch mix. Give it another good whisking.
Now stir in the bacon pieces. And add the chicken and broccoli and stir it in until it's well combined.
You'll think that there's not enough sauce, but it's gonna be fine. Trust me.
Now's the time to transfer it to a casserole dish if your skillet can't go into the oven.
Now sprinkle the cheese over the top. And then the rest of the crumbles bacon.
Put it in the preheated oven and cook for about 20 minutes. It should be all bubbly and melted cheesy.
You can put it under the broiler for a few minutes if you want a little bit of color on the top.
Serve warm.

Recipe Notes

Serve it with a crispy green salad to round it out a little.

And if you want to stretch it a little you can serve it over cauliflower rice or spaghetti squash noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Amount Per Serving

Calories 434 Calories from Fat 288

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 32g 49%

Saturated Fat 19g 95%

Cholesterol 139mg 46%

Sodium 1177mg 49%

Potassium 294mg 8%

Total Carbohydrates 5g 2%

Sugars 1g

Protein 29g 58%

Vitamin A 22.1%

Vitamin C 35%

Calcium 31.6%

Iron 6.5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Fantastic Cheesy Chicken Patties ~ Keto & Gluten-free

April 1, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

No one wants to eat boring food. I mean, what’s the point?

There’s so much boring in life that you can’t escape, why settle for boring food?

So I am constantly on the search for really good doesn’t-taste-like-a-diet food for this keto journey.

Cuz, let’s face it, if the food isn’t enjoyable it’s going to be a short trip.

And while I’ve found a few go-to recipes, I really don’t like eating the same thing over and over every week.

That’s why I was so excited when I stumbled across this Keto Chicken Patty recipe.

It uses chicken, obviously, so it’s budget friendly which is always a plus.

And it’s fried. Which sounds kind of a silly thing to be excited about, but I love fried foods! And I’ve had to give a lot of them up.

The really big plus, though, is that it’s really easy to throw together.

This recipe would be great for meal prepping or freezer cooking as well.

Recipe Notes:

The original recipe called for chicken breast that you cut up into small pieces. Like, really small diced chicken pieces. I made it that way the first time.

After that, I used ground chicken. But I can’t always find good quality ground chicken at the store.

When that happens I use the grinder attachment on my KitchenAid mixer to grind it up real quick.

I found the original recipe on Blondelish.com and, surprisingly enough, haven’t really changed it up a lot.

Also, I use dried herbs a lot instead of fresh during the winter when my herbs aren’t growing, so I’ve given you the option of using either.

I used a mixture of cheeses instead of just one. And I use coconut oil to fry in instead of the original olive oil.

Coconut has a higher smoke point than olive oil does and that’s always a good thing when frying.

Unless you enjoy being serenaded by smoke alarms…

I serve these Cheesy Chicken Patties with lemon wedges, my Keto Ranch Dressing for dipping, and a crisp green salad.

Any leftovers keep well in the fridge for about 5 days, and they freeze beautifully.

BONUS: They actually even taste good cold! So they make a great grab and go snack or lunch you can take to work with you.

I’ve even thought about making mini meatball type things out of this recipe to serve as appetizers or even game day snacks.

I’ll let you know how that turns out when I give it a try. 🙂

Are you ready to make these? Let’s go!

Keto Cheesy Chicken Patties

1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast OR 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken
2 medium eggs
1/3 c almond flour
1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped OR 1 Tbsp dried
2 Tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped, OR 1 Tbsp dried
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped, OR 1 Tbsp dried
1/2 tsp garlic powder
a pinch of sea salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
Coconut oil to fry the patties in

To start with, if you are using the whole chicken breasts, chop the chicken up into very small pieces.

chopping up the chicken for the Cheesy Chicken Patties

Put the chopped or ground chicken into a large mixing bowl.

Now mix in everything else except the coconut oil.

Mixing it all up for the Cheesy Chicken Patties

Make sure that it is well combined, especially the eggs since that’s what holds everything together.

Heat the coconut oil in a large frying pan over medium low heat. If you have a well seasoned cast iron skillet, that would work great for these.

You need to cook them at medium low because you have to make sure the inside cooks before the outside burns. And the cheese will melt and seep out a little.

Once the pan has heated, scoop out some of the chicken mixture and put it in the pan. Flatten it out a little so it’s in a patty shape.

You can use a couple of spoons to scoop or and ice cream scoop. I used an ice cream scoop like this one because it’s so much easier and makes them all a uniform size. Which means they’re done at the same time.

Cheesy Chicken Patties sizzlin away on side one

Make sure that you don’t crowd the pan. These guys are likely to stick a little and if they are too close it makes it hard to turn them.

Now just fry those bad boys up until they are golden brown on both sides. That will take about 6-8 minutes on each side.

If they are browning too quickly, turn the heat down some more.

When they are finished cooking, put them on a double layer of paper towels to blot the excess oil.

Continue cooking the patties in batches until all the mixture is cooked. You can put the already cooked ones into a 200° oven to keep them warm.

That’s all there is. Put together a salad and pour the ranch while they’re cooking and you’re good to go.

A delicious, easy, keto chicken meal that’s gonna be an instant hit with the family! And it’s on the table in about 30 minutes. What’s not to love?

Peace, love, and chicken patties!

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5 from 2 votes

Keto Cheesy Chicken Patties

This easy, Keto Cheesy Chicken Patties recipe will become an instant hit with your family. Serve with a salad and some Keto Ranch to dip and your golden! Makes 24 patties.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 6

Calories 255 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast OR 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken
2 medium eggs
1/3 c almond flour
1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp fresh basil finely chopped OR 1 Tbsp dried
2 Tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, OR 1 Tbsp dried
2 Tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped, OR 1 Tbsp dried
1/2 tsp garlic powder
a pinch of sea salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
Coconut oil to fry the patties in

Instructions

To start with, if you are using the whole chicken breasts, chop the chicken up into very small pieces.
Put the chopped or ground chicken into a large mixing bowl. Now mix in everything else except the coconut oil. Make sure that it is well combined, especially the eggs since that's what holds everything together.
Heat the coconut oil in a large frying pan over medium low heat. You need to cook theses patties at medium low because you have to make sure the inside cooks before the outside burns.
Once the pan has heated, scoop out some of the chicken mixture and put it in the pan. Flatten it out a little so it's in a patty shape. You can use a couple of spoons to scoop or and ice cream scoop.
Make sure you don't crowd the pan. I usually cook 4 at a time.
Fry the patties until they are golden brown on both sides. That will take about 6-8 minutes on each side. If they are browning too quickly, turn the heat down some more.
After they are done, put them on a double layer of paper towels to blot any excess oil.
Continue frying the patties in batches until all of the mixture is cooked.

Nutrition Facts

Keto Cheesy Chicken Patties

Amount Per Serving (1 g)

Calories 255 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 12g 18%

Saturated Fat 4g 20%

Cholesterol 151mg 50%

Sodium 272mg 11%

Potassium 465mg 13%

Total Carbohydrates 2g 1%

Protein 32g 64%

Vitamin A 9.5%

Vitamin C 4.6%

Calcium 14.5%

Iron 6.3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

The Perfect Keto Friendly Ranch Dressing ~ with Mix and Dip Directions

March 22, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Change can be hard.

I totally get that!

Changing your eating habits?

Right there in the dictionary under “excruciatingly painful”.

But it’s something a lot of us need to do.

I knew if I was going to start eating healthier I was going to have to include more green veggies.

Especially salads with dark leafy greens.

I know. Salads…boring…

So I knew that to do that, I needed to make sure the salads weren’t boring. I mean, who wants to eat the exact same salad everyday?

So there absolutely needed to be a variety of salad dressings available.

Because variety is the spice of life and all.

And, of course, they needed to be Keto friendly.

So I decided to start with one of the all round favorite salad dressings of all time. And that would be…

drum roll…

Ta da!

It’s Ranch.

Loved by millions the world over.

And rightly so! Because it’s for WAY more than just salads.

Dipping, dunking, pouring, you name it, Ranch Dressing has played a part.

So my goal in life became to make the Perfect Keto-Friendly Ranch Dressing that was as good as the original. Only better, because it’s homemade and fresh and yuck-free.

And so it began…

Testing and experimenting until I finally came up with this truly amazing concoction that any salad would be proud to wear!

I give you: The Perfect Keto Friendly Ranch Dressing!

And because I’m all about easy, I have a mix recipe to make up ahead of time too. And directions for using it to make dip.

Let the Ranch making begin!

The Perfect Keto Ranch Dressing

1 cup heavy cream**
1 Tbsp white vinegar**
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tsp lemon juice
2 tsp dried parsley OR 4 tsp fresh
1 tsp dried dill weed OR 2 tsp fresh
1 tsp dried chives OR 2 tsp fresh
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

**We’re going to make our own buttermilk. Put the white vinegar in a glass measuring cup and add the heavy cream until you have a cup. Let this sit for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken.

I like to make my Ranch Dressing in a quart sized canning jar. That way I can just put the lid on and shake it up.

If you don’t have one, just use a bowl and a whisk. 🙂

Put the sour cream, lemon juice, and buttermilk in the jar (or bowl) and shake well (or whisk well) until it’s all smooth.

Make sure you put the lid on the jar if you are shaking it…don’t ask…

Mix all those wonderful herbs and the salt and pepper in a small bowl. That helps the powders to not be clumpy.

Don’t they smell good?

Now pour the herbs into the buttermilk and give it another shake or whisk.

Ranch Dressing mixed up in jar

Storing Your Keto Ranch Dressing

And now you need to put that wonderful elixir into the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors mingle and meld.

It’s actually even better after chillin out for about 24 hours.

This should keep in the fridge for about 10 days. It makes a little less than 2 cups, so it’s never around that long in this house.

Because we use it for everything…like a dunking sauce for these Cheesy Chicken Patties. Or even for dunking the Keto Fat Head Pizza in.

My daughter got me started with the whole pizza and ranch thing years ago.

And of course, I actually put it on salads as well.

Occasionally.

So I told you I had a mix recipe as well. And I really do!

Here it is.

Keto Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe

4 Tbsp dried parsley
2 Tbsp dried dill weed
2 Tbsp dried chives
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
2 1/2 tsp sea salt
2 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Mix thoroughly and store in an airtight container. Shake or mix before use.

To make dressing: add 2 Tbsp of the mix to 1 cup buttermilk (like we made for the recipe up top), 3/4 cup sour cream, and 1 tsp lemon juice and mix until smooth.

To make dip: add 1 Tbsp of the mix to 1 cup of sour cream and stir until combined.

And there you have it. The Perfect Keto Ranch Dressing anyway you want it.

This dry mix is also great for seasoning veggies or meats. I use it all the time for my Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole.

Ranch dressing. You just can’t go wrong.

Peace, Love, & Ranch Y’all!

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The Perfect Keto Ranch Dressing

If you're going Keto you need lots of low carb veggies. The best way to do that is in a salad. And here's the Perfect Keto Ranch Salad Dressing!

Course Salad Dressing

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 12 2 Tbsp

Calories 583 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

1 cup heavy cream**
1 Tbsp white vinegar**
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tsp lemon juice
2 tsp dried parsley OR 4 tsp fresh
1 tsp dried dill weed OR 2 tsp fresh
1 tsp dried chives OR 2 tsp fresh
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

**We're going to make our own buttermilk. Put the white vinegar in a glass measuring cup and add the heavy cream until you have a cup. Let this sit for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken.
I like to make my Ranch Dressing in a quart sized canning jar. That way I can just put the lid on and shake it up. If you don't have one, just use a bowl and a whisk. 🙂
Put the sour cream, lemon juice, and buttermilk in the jar (or bowl) and shake well (or whisk well) until it's all smooth.
Mix all the herbs, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Pour the herbs into the buttermilk and give it another shake or whisk.
Put that dressing into the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors mingle and meld.

Recipe Notes

It's actually even better after chillin out in the fridge for about 24 hours.

This should keep in the fridge for about 10 days.

This recipe makes a little less than 2 cups,

Nutrition Facts

The Perfect Keto Ranch Dressing

Amount Per Serving (2 Tbsp)

Calories 583 Calories from Fat 549

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 61g 94%

Saturated Fat 37g 185%

Cholesterol 207mg 69%

Sodium 696mg 29%

Potassium 210mg 6%

Total Carbohydrates 7g 2%

Sugars 2g

Protein 4g 8%

Vitamin A 45.7%

Vitamin C 3%

Calcium 17.2%

Iron 0.8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Keto Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe

This Keto Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe is a great addition to your meal prep plan. You can make dressing, dip, or simply sprinkle it over meats or veggies to impart tons of flavor.

Course Condiment

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 2 Tbsp

Calories 45 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

4 Tbsp dried parsley
2 Tbsp dried dill weed
2 Tbsp dried chives
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
2 1/2 tsp sea salt
2 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Mix thoroughly and store in an airtight container. Shake or mix before use.

To Make Dressing

Add 2 Tbsp of the mix to 1 cup buttermilk (like we made for the recipe up top), 3/4 cup sour cream, and 1 tsp lemon juice and mix until smooth.

To Make Dip

Add 1 Tbsp of the mix to 1 cup of sour cream and stir until combined.

Recipe Notes

This seasoning mix is also good for sprinkling over meats or veggies for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Keto Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 45

% Daily Value*

Sodium 2933mg 122%

Potassium 280mg 8%

Total Carbohydrates 9g 3%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Protein 2g 4%

Vitamin A 7.6%

Vitamin C 9.3%

Calcium 10.5%

Iron 14.6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

7+ of the Best Make Ahead Keto Breakfast Recipes

February 25, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Breakfast.

It’s not my happy place.

I just want a caffeinated beverage.

In a quiet place.

Alone.

Apparently, I have it all wrong…

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

And yet, most of us either skip it all together or are so rushed we just grab whatever’s offered in a fast food lane.

Which then pretty much derails any progress we made the day before in getting our bodies into fat burning mode instead of sugar burning mode.

What if I told you there was a way to have a keto breakfast on the go that didn’t involve lines of cars or getting up at the butt crack of dawn?

Awesome, right?

I was so excited to discover make ahead Keto breakfast recipes!

Make ahead recipes allow you to get out of bed at a reasonable hour and fix a week’s worth of breakfasts at your leisure.

If you plan it right, you can take one day a month and make several of these recipes and then have a variety of breakfasts available to grab and go.

And you know what they say about variety and all.

Maybe all y’all already knew about make ahead breakfasts and I’m just the last one to get the memo. But, really, these recipes are a game changer!

I’ve gathered some of my favorites here for your breakfast making adventures. With so many to choose from, you’ll never get bored!

Make Ahead Keto Breakfast Egg Recipes

My friend Jen over at Whole Lotta Yum makes these Low Carb Creamy Bacon & Egg Cups.

This is one I go to time and again. They are absolutely divine!

You can either make and eat these straight out of the oven (try to let them cool just a skosh before you take a bite), or make them ahead and refrigerate or freeze and just heat these guys up when you’re ready for them.

Patty from My No-Guilt Life (don’t you love that blog name?) has these fun Baked Eggs in Avocados. While not technically a make ahead breakfast, they are so fast to make it’s almost as good!

Lots of healthy fat and protein. I add cheese to mine, as well as a little salsa after they come out of the oven.

What can I say? I’m from the south.

We either add BBQ sauce or salsa to everything.

I’m kidding. Sort of…

Who doesn’t love pizza for breakfast? Kelly over at Eat The Gains introduced me to these awesome sauce Pepperoni Pizza Egg Cups.

Kelly is a paleo blogger, so the recipe doesn’t have cheese in it. But yay, Keto! We get cheese! Top these with mozzarella or cheddar, or a mixture of the two, which is what I do.

Easy to put together and easy to reheat. Or not reheat. Life is short.

These Keto Egg Muffins from Ariel at Diabetes Strong are sure to please!

Stuffed full of low carb veggies, these will get your day started off on the right nutritional foot for sure. And you can vary the vegetables to add even more variety.

Another great keto make ahead breakfast that you can eat straight out of the fridge or reheat quickly.

My friend Brianna, who blogs at Balance + Lift, has these amazing Keto Bacon and Cheese Egg Muffins.

These are fast and easy and are pretty dang tasty! I mean, bacon makes everything taste good, right?

And they are also great to eat cold. And they make a great snack in the middle of the afternoon. Or after dinner. Or any other time that you need a snack…

And from yours truly is this Fabulous Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche recipe. It’s fast and easy to make day of, and it’s faster and easier to make the night before.

It’s awesomely cheesy and filling. You can even serve it with a salad and call it brunch!

This quiche freezes really well. And a quick reheat in the oven or microwave is all it takes to have a warm inviting start to your day.

As a bonus, it’s also pretty good cold. So it makes a perfect grab and go breakfast for everyone in the family!

Make Ahead Keto Breakfast Instant Pot and Slow Cooker Recipes

I am a huge fan of my Instant Pot and my crockpot. The idea of using them to make breakfast hadn’t really occurred to me until I was trying to find quick keto breakfast recipes.

Here’s some that have become family favorites.

Tessa from Tessa the Domestic Diva introduced me to this Instant Pot Crustless Quiche.

6 minutes in the Instant Pot! How crazy easy is that?

I mean, there is a little prep work, but it goes together pretty fast. This is almost quick enough to make on a busy morning.

If you’d rather not do that, though, these little quiches reheat well and you’re out the door quickly. They are very satisfying and filling and keep you going until lunch time.

Over at Recipes from a Pantry, Bintu has this amazing Slow Cooker Low Carb Granola Recipe.

It’s infinitely adaptable and works great for breakfast or for a snack. So this one’s a twofer!

Add a splash of unsweetened almond milk and eat it with a spoon, or eat it from a jar with your hands.

Either way it’s packed with fiber and it’s crunchy and nutty and delicious!

Make Ahead Keto Breakfast Muffin Recipes

From Fit to Serve Group, comes this recipe for High Fiber Breakfast Muffins. Hilda has done a great job of fulfilling my need for muffins while on the keto diet.

And this particular muffin is high in fiber as well, which helps to keep you regular.

I think we can all agree that being regular is a good thing.

With seeds, nuts, coconut, and a little bit of cinnamon, these muffins are delicious and make the house smell great while they’re baking!

Over in The Organic Kitchen, Linda is baking up some wonderful keto treats. These Keto Lemon Blueberry Muffins make you forget you are on any kind of diet.

And who can resist lemon and blueberry? It’s a classic combination that never disappoints.

Fresh from the oven and slathered with high quality butter, or at room temperature, these muffins are really just amazing.

And finally, Jenny from Cook Eat Go has this recipe for Easy Low Carb Keto Bagels.

These bagels are sooo good! You can eat them plain, with butter or cream cheese.

Or you could fry an egg and stick it in there. Maybe add some bacon and a slice of cheese. That’s my favorite way to eat them.

Breakfast sandwiches are easy to eat on the go, and are really filling too!

You could even fix the whole sandwich ahead of time and just reheat it. They freeze beautifully as well.

So, there you have it. Some of my favorite make ahead keto breakfast recipes. They make staying on track sooo much easier.

I can pass right by the drive thru and never even twitch!

I would encourage you to have several of these breakfast goodies in your freezer so you have a variety to choose from every day.

Peace, love, and eat breakfast y’all!

And for your dinning enjoyment, check out The Best, Fast, Keto Dinner Recipes.

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30 Cheap Keto Meals That Won’t Break The Bank

October 15, 2018 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

So, you’ve done your research and you’ve decided you’re going to go for it!

You are SO gonna rock this keto thing!

Ain’t nothin gonna hold you back!

Except…

Maybe…

That stupid grocery budget thing you set up when you were feeling all adult-y that day.

And now you’ve got to stick to it cuz you already told your mom and she was so proud she told Aunt Emma and she told all the girls at bingo…

So now you’re stuck with that stupid grocery budget and how in the world are you going to do keto and lose weight and finally look better than that stuck up Becky Barnes at your stupid high school reunion?!?

Take a deep breath.

Find your happy place.

I got you!

I have searched for the frugal-est of frugal meals that are all keto-fied.

So now you can stick to your grocery budget (go you!), AND totally outshine Becky Barnes!

All at the same time.

Piece of keto cake!

Cheap Keto Breakfast Recipes

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so let's just jump in there. You really need to set yourself up for keto success with your first meal. There needs to be enough fat and protein to keep you full and focused on your day. Gone are the days of fruitloops and poptarts that sent your body into cycles of sugar highs and lows. Welcome to the new world of keto breakfast!

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Simple Egg and Cheese Quiche for Egg Fast

You don't have to be on an egg fast to enjoy this quiche. It's easy too, so that's a bonus! And you really can't get much cheaper than eggs.

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Mascarpone Scrambled Eggs

Another frugal cheesy egg dish. Mascarpone makes these eggs so creamy you'll never go back to plain ole scrambled eggs again...

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Low Carb Breakfast Casserole – Low Carb Sausage and Egg

I love a good casserole! They are great for making up the night before and popping in the oven when you are ready to eat. Buy your sausage when it's on sale to make this one even cheaper!

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Southwestern Low-Carb Crustless Breakfast Tarts

If you like a bit of a southwestern flair like I do, you will love this recipe! There are awesome straight out of the oven, but they're also perfect for a grab and go meal from the fridge. Also great for a mid afternoon snack before that boring meeting you have to go to at work...just sayin.

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My Favorite Keto Breakfast Sandwich

These breakfast sandwiches have a little bit of a zip to them as well. And if you get a spicy sausage, hold me back! Tuck in a little avocado and you have a breakfast winner for sure! And seriously, how fun is it to use sausage patties as bread?

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Fabulous Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

And from right here at the Low Carb Keto Kitchen is my cheddar and broccoli quiche. So good! Perfect for a brunch, great hot or cold, and a pretty frugal breakfast option.

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Easy Keto Pancake Recipe

Let's move on over to the sweeter side of breakfast, shall we? What's a Saturday morning without pancakes? These cheap and easy keto pancakes are sure to fill that gaping void. With sugar free syrup, of course.

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Flax Seed Muffins

I'm kinda a sucker for anything pumpkin. And these pumpkin flaxseed muffins are pretty dang tasty! This is another great make ahead breakfast option so you can eat on the run. Eat them cold, or heat them up, either way they are amazing!

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Low Carb Overnight Chia Oatmeal

Do you miss oatmeal? I miss oatmeal. But this overnight chia oatmeal lessens the sting a little bit. You can add the nuts of your choice and maybe even some berries if you are so inclined. I usually am so inclined. Blueberries are my favorites...

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German Pancake

We used to call these Dutch Baby Pancakes. This ketofied version is so good, you'll never tell the difference! Serve with sugarfree syrup, or plain, it's hard to beat.

Cheap Keto Lunch Recipes

The second stop on this cheap keto meal train is the lunchroom. Don't worry if you weren't one of the cool kids. Now all y'all get to sit at the cool kids' table. Lunches are so versatile! From salads to soups to sandwiches, there's sure to be something here to satisfy.

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Keto Salad (High Fat, Low Carb Cobb Salad)

You can't really go wrong with a salad. And this cobb salad is so filling. Chicken, bacon, feta cheese...I want one right now...

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Turmeric Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Soup

Not only is this soup delicious, it's packed with nutrition and it's also anti-inflammatory with the addition of the turmeric. It's a lovely light soup that is great for lunch or a light dinner.

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Egg Roll In A Bowl (Low-Carb Inside Out Egg Rolls)

If you are feeling blue because you're missing out on your favorite egg rolls, cheer up! This wrapper-less egg roll dish has got you covered! It's fast ad easy to prepare, reheats well, and works great for a make ahead meal. For even less carbs, skip the shredded carrots.

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Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Chicken Soup Recipe - So easy and Keto!

Some like it hot, and if that's you, this may become your go-to soup recipe! Shredded chicken, taco seasoning, and of course jalapenos are center stage in this soup. And this one has a bonus too, because you can make it in the instant pot or crockpot. Don't you just love bonuses?

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Beef & Kale Soup in the Instant Pot

Here's another instant pot soup that you can do in the crockpot as well. Nourishing and oh so tasty, this beef and kale soup starts with mineral rich broth and just gets better from there. Rich and satisfying and perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Keto Chicken Quesadilla | Cheese Shell Keto Quesadilla Recipe

This chicken quesadilla recipe has a special place in my Mexican food loving heart. Using cheese as the tortilla is genius! Gives me all the feelz...lol...try it. Today. You'll be so very happy that you did!

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Italian Tuna Salad Recipe - Keto Lunch Idea

This tuna salad recipe is lovely and fresh and perfect for a lunch that is satisfying and filling, but doesn't weight you down. Prep the veggies ahead of time for a quicker lunch. Perfect to take to school or the office. Or even to the park...

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Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

Another salad that is great to take on the go. The avocado gives it a boost in the vitamin and fat content departments. Make this in little rolls for appetizers at your next get together and bask in the complements of your friends.

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Low Carb Lasagna Stuffed Peppers

Everything you love about lasagna without the carbs. The tomatoey sauce. The Italian herbs. The ooey gooey cheesy goodness. All right here, folks. You can make these ahead and reheat under the broiler for a quick lunch. Buon Appetito!

Cheap Keto Dinner Recipes

And our last stop will be, of course, the dinner table. The place where people come together and you get to bond with family. And turn strangers into friends. And spend time with your cat... These cheap keto dinner recipes are really good. And to be honest, most people would never know that these are "diet" recipes. So, let's go!

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Low Carb Parmesan Dijon Pork Chops

Let's start with one of my favorites. These pork chops are so tender and juicy, you'll think you died and gone to hog heaven...You can fix the rest of your meal while these are baking for a quick and easy dinner that's on the table in under 30 minutes. Easy, fast, and cheap. Win-win-win!

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Fajita-Inspired Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Peppers

Another Mexican recipe that I love. And this one uses chicken thighs which are less expensive than the breasts. And I think they are tastier as well. Sheet pan dinners are easy to make and easier to clean up. And who doesn't love that?

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Easy Keto Beef Stroganoff

I love a good, hearty beef dinner. And this keto beef stroganoff is no exception. No white rice and no pasta means it's low on carbs but it's big on flavor. This dish has the OG awesome sauce flavored with onions and mushrooms. So much to love here!

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Cheesy Cauliflower Shepherd's Pie - Keto Recipe

This amazing Shepherd's Pie is made with lamb and topped with cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes. If lamb isn't in the budget, simply substitute ground beef or even ground turkey. It's really good with which ever protein you have in the freezer.

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Easy Baked Parmesan Crusted Tilapia Recipe with Mayo - 4 Ingredients

Another awesome sheet pan dinner here. Don't you just love those? I try to serve fish at least one night a week. This recipe has become one of my go-to fish recipes. Tilapia is a mild fish, so even if you don't like "fishy" fish, give this one a try!

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Low-Carb Deconstructed Pizza Casserole (Video) - Kalyn's Kitchen

I love this pizza casserole. Everything I love about pizza without the carb-y gluten-y crust. And, you can use your favorite toppings so you can have it your way. Like Burger King. Only better...

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Baked Garlic Butter Chicken | Delicious Chicken Dinner Idea!

This chicken dish is simple and elegant. Fancy enough for a dinner party, but quick and easy enough for a week night dinner. The recipe calls for reduced fat cheese, but here in keto land we go full fat. You can sub chicken thighs for the breasts to make it a more frugal meal.

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Mexican Zucchini and Beef Skillet

I love skillet meals almost ass much as I love sheet pan meals. So easy to clean up after. And chances are good the family will clean up this Mexican Zucchini and Beef Skillet. As in, no leftovers...Simple ingredients in one skillet always equals genius in my book.

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Quick Keto Chicken Alfredo with Spaghetti Squash

From right here at the Low Carb Keto Kitchen comes this quick Chicken Alfredo. Another skillet meal, of sorts. This one uses left over cooked chicken and is served over spaghetti squash "noodles". You'll never miss the pasta!

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The Best Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole in the World

Another one from here on the blog. And this one is another skillet meal. Told you I love them. And this one also uses precooked chicken. So another option if you have left over chicken from another meal. I think this is probably one of our most favorite meals of all time. It really is that good. But don't take my word for it, make some tonight and you'll see!

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Easy 20 Minute Taco Boats ~ Keto, Gluten-free

And last, but not least, one of the cheapest meals around. And one that I probably make more that any other. Because I really, really love Mexican food. This is so fast and so satisfying, I mostly don't even miss the tortillas!

So there you go!

30 days of cheap keto meals that will keep you in ketosis and keep you in the black.

Emma and the girls gonna be so proud!

Peace, love, and keto on!

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11+ of the Best Keto Bread Recipes for Your Ketogenic Lifestyle

September 12, 2018 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Bread…

The smell of it baking…

The crunchy crackle of an artisan crust when you bite into it…

The way the butter melts into it fresh from the oven…

I knew bread was going to be my downfall on my ketogenic journey.

Because I am officially a breadaholic.

Or, as my sister so kindly put it, the Queen of Carbs.

I’ll eat pretty much any kind of bread pretty much anywhere at pretty much any time of day or night.

But bread is so high in carbs that I knew it would never fly on keto.

Plus, most of the bread you buy at the store has at least 2 different types of sugar in it. Which is so dumb!

I’ve made bread for years. And with the exception of sweet breads for breakfast or dessert, I’ve never put sugar in my bread.

SO not necessary.

But that’s a rabbit hole for another time.

Or maybe it’s a soapbox.

It’s probably actually both…

Anyway, I quickly learned that there are breads that are perfectly keto friendly. Not exactly the same as non keto breads, but oh, so wonderful just the same!

Especially warm with butter melting on them… 🙂

I’ve rounded up some of the best keto bread recipes that I use and gathered them all here in one place for you.

And now you, too, can satisfy those bread cravings without knocking yourself out of ketosis!

You’re welcome 🙂

Keto Bread Recipes

What is life without bread? Pretty dang boring, that's what! I've gathered recipes for sandwich bread, mug bread, sweet bread, French bread, you know, all the basics.

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The Best Keto Bread Recipe

This is a wonderful sandwich loaf. Slices well, toasts great, and stands up to hefty sandwich fillings. Thanks to the added yeast, it even tastes just like not keto bread! It's a great go-to.

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Keto Bread - Delicious Low Carb Bread - Soft with No Eggy Taste

This recipe is one I actually tweak a little by adding a sugar cinnamon streusel that I swirl into the batter. If you want to do that, just mix a powdered sweetener with some cinnamon to your liking (usually WAY less cinnamon than sugar) and add half the batter to the pan, sprinkle half the sugar mixture and repeat. Then take a knife and swirl it through. Makes the most amazing French toast. Just sayin...

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The Keto Bread - Our #1 Keto Bread – Diet Doctor

This recipe has a crunchy, crispy crust that I just love! This is my go to for hamburger buns, slider buns, and hoagie rolls. You will love it, too.

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Our Favorite Keto Bread Recipe After 3 Years on Keto!

This is another recipe that makes a great French toast. I've also used it for bread pudding. And it's by far my favorite for making croutons. Cut the bread into cubes and soak them in melted butter flavored with garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley flakes. Spread on a baking sheet and dry in a 200°F oven overnight. Store in an airtight container. They should keep for a few weeks. Assuming they last that long...

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Keto Bread Rolls

This is my go-to recipe for ham and cheese sliders. When football season rolls around, you're going to want this in your game day snackage. It's made a lot like the fathead pizza dough, so it's already got some cheese going on. Best. Sliders. Ever! It's also a great roll to go with a bowl of soup. Especially French Onion soup...

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90 Second Keto Bread With Almond Flour

This microwave bread recipe is a great breakfast bread. It's one of those that tastes slightly eggy, so I think it's perfect for a breakfast sandwich. Great for a grab and go breakfast! I've even toasted it and used it for keto Eggs Benedict.

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The Best Keto Bread Recipe (Gluten & Grain-Free)

This amazing loaf reminds me of whole wheat bread. Which I love. More than I love white bread. Which is a lot. Sometimes a gal's just gotta eat whole wheat bread to satisfy that craving. Right? Not any more. Now I make this instead. Craving satisfied? Check! Still eating low carb? Double check!

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Keto / Paleo Baguette

And this recipe is what I use in place of French or Italian bread. Smells so amazing when it cooks. It includes buttermilk which gives it an almost sourdough taste. And I really miss sourdough, so I love it.

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Garlic & Herb Focaccia 🍞 and The Best Flaky Salt! {Grain Free & Low Carb}

Love the flavors of Italy? I sure do! And this garlicy, olive oily focaccia is the perfect counterpart to your low carb Italian feast. Or just pair it with a salad if you are looking for something a little lighter. It's perfect either way.

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15-Minute Grain-Free Tortillas 🌮 gluten free & keto

We are crazy into Mexican food at my house. These tortillas have been a life saver. The most tortilla-y ones I've found. I probably make these once a week. At least. They are perfect for tacos, quesadillas, and fajitas. I've even thought about frying them up as chips to go with my salsa. But that would be a VERY bad idea. Because I would eat all of them. By myself. At one sitting...sigh...

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Low Carb Paleo Almond Flour Biscuits Recipe (Gluten-free) - 4 Ingredients

No self respecting Southern or Southwestern kitchen would be without a go-to biscuit recipe. Because we serve biscuits with pretty much everything. These are soft and buttery and just begging for keto sausage gravy or sugar free blackberry jelly...or maybe that's just mine...

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Keto Pumpkin Bread

This keto pumpkin bread recipe had to be in this list. Because, pumpkin spice! It's moist and delicious and not overly sweet. Perfect for fall and perfect for gifting. And they will never know that it's a diet bread!

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Low Carb Blueberry English Muffin Bread Loaf

We love this blueberry sweet bread for dessert. Or breakfast. Or a snack. It's safe to say it's a favorite around here. It makes a beautiful loaf and makes great muffins as well. So it would be perfect for breakfast on the go.

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Paleo chocolate zucchini bread keto + sugar free

No list of favorite bread recipes would be complete without at least one chocolate recipe. At least, not my list of favorites. This is ooey gooey and chocolatey perfection. And it even has some veggies in it. But, shhhhhh, don't tell anyone. I shred it really fine and no one knows but me.

And that, my friends, is my list of favorite keto bread recipes. Something for everyone and every taste.

I hope this inspires you to give keto bread a try at home.

Because life without bread is just too sad to contemplate…

Peace, love & keto bread!

The Big Giant List of Low Carb & Keto Cocktails

August 31, 2018 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

You’ve been doing really well on your journey into keto-ness.

Feeling good, looking better.

Then, you get invited to a girls night out with your gal pals.

(or a guy night thing…if you’re a guy)

And then you think, “Well crap! There goes my keto thing!”

Fear not, my friend!

Just because you’ve gone Keto doesn’t mean you can’t get your party started, yo!

And you don’t always have to be the designated driver either!

Although, you should always take your turn. Because you don’t want to be that friend…you know who I’m talking about…

So take a gander through this list of keto cocktails and keto friendly alcohol to find something to drink at your next get together.

And because I love you, I’ve separated them by alcohol type so you can find your favorites easier.

You’re welcome. 🙂

Vodka

You will be happy to know that vodka contains ZERO carbs! However, the mixers usually do. So make sure you use sugar free additions to your vodka. Or drink it straight up. No judgment here!

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Low Carb Moscow Mule (Sugar Free)

First up is the Moscow Mule. Sugar free of course. Because what could be cooler than a keto cocktail? A keto cocktail in a hammered copper mug, that's what! But really, the sugar free mint syrup in these is pretty awesome. And easy to make at home. And I suppose you could actually drink these out of something other than a hammered copper mug if you had to. 🙂

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Kamikaze Shot: Low Carb & Sugar-Free [Recipe]

If shots are your thang, here's a good one. Vodka, lime juice, and sugar free sweetener. Fast and simple to whip up. Which is good, because they are also fast and simple to drink...

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Keto Bloody Mary Cocktail - Low Carb

If you like your cocktails savory rather than sweet, this one's for you. There's just something about a Bloody Mary that says "lazy morning by the pool" to me. Not that I've ever had a pool, but still. Hopefully you have a pool to sip this by!

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Homemade Coffee Liqueur - Sugar-Free

My favorite cocktail, hands down, is a White Russian. Which you can't make without Kahlua. This, right here, is a homemade coffee liqueur recipe. I am now, officially in Keto Cocktail heaven!

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Throw on Your Stilettos and Try a Sugar-Free Cosmo

Whenever I think of a Cosmopolitan I think of Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's. I'm not sure why. I don't know if she drank cosmos. They just seem very old school to me, belonging to that era. But they are lovely and tart and refreshing, and it's time they became firmly entrenched in the here and now.

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Vodka Mojito: Low Carb & Sugar Free [Recipe]

Who doesn't love a mojito with their Mexican food? Well, ok margaritas are great too. But so are mojitos. Refreshing, with a splash of lime that goes perfectly with fresh pico de gallo! And you don't really have to have Mexican food with them. You can have one all by itself. Just because.

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Low Carb Red Sangria Recipe: Saying Goodbye Summer | Lowcarb-ology

I was SO excited when I found out about keto sangria! I used to make sangria by the pitcher-full before keto. And although red wine does have some carbs and I can't drink it by the pitcher anymore, it's back on the table! Both literally and figuratively...

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Low Carb Chocolate Peppermint Cocktail

Chocolate and peppermint in a cocktail?!? Oh, yes please! As soon as I saw this one I HAD to make it. Really. Compelled, even. This is a cocktail and dessert all rolled into one. I could drink these all the time. Well, not really because they do have carbs. But I want to.

Tequila

Tequila!!! It just sounds fun, doesn't it? Like a fiesta in a bottle. And don't you just love how well the tequila drinks go with your Mexican food? And now that you eat keto Mexican food, you can drink keto tequila drinks to go with it! Tequila is also carb free for your keto tippling pleasure. Watch those syrups, though!

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Unwind With a Sugar-Free Margarita Recipe

Who doesn't love a good margarita? And when you can get a keto-fied one, that's even better! And you'll never guess that it's sugar-free if you hadn't made it yourself.

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Low-Carb Spicy Margarita Cocktail | KetoDiet Blog

If spicy is your jam, I've got you covered! What's better than a margarita? A margarita with a kick! And the japaleno kicks a little. If you want a bigger kick, change out the pepper to something a little more peppery...because, some like it hot...

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Low Carb Tequila Sunrise

Not only is this a tasty keto cocktail, but it's a really pretty one too! I love the color changes in the glass. Make sure you serve it in a tall glass to get the best effects!

Rum

Why is the rum always gone?!? Well, it's because now you can make Keto cocktails with it, that's why! Rum doesn't have any carbs all by itself, but again, the add in's add up. So do yourself a solid and drink these keto-fied rum cocktails instead.

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Low Carb Caribbean Rum Punch Cocktail Recipe

Just one sip of this lovely, refreshing punch will spirit you away to the islands. Ukuleles, grass skirts, tiki torches, warm sea salted breezes. All that in a little glass...who knew?

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Low-Carb Daiquiri Cocktail

Oh daiquiri, how I've missed you! Whether it's strawberry, peach, or the fruit of the day, daiquiris are always a good choice at a get together. I prefer mine frozen, but on the rocks is perfectly acceptable! This recipe is for a lime daiquiri, which I had never had before. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed!

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Keto Hot Buttered Rum Mix

I would be remiss if I didn't include a keto hot buttered rum recipe. This is perfect for a blustery winter evening whilst sitting by the fire with a good book. Or, if you happen to have a life, for sharing with family and friends. Warm, buttery, rumness. Ok, that may not be a real word, but it should be!

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Low-Carb Raspberry & Blackberry Mojito Cocktails

Mojitos are one of my daughter's favorite drinks. It's ok y'all, she's all grown up and married and everything. So she's allowed. She's actually the one that introduced me to them. And I just love the addition of the summer berries in this recipe. Just don't forget to count the carbs in the berries.

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Dark and Stormy Cocktail: Low Carb Twist on a Classic

This Dark and Stormy is a cocktail I had never heard of before, so of course, I had to give it a try! It's really good y'all! Dark rum and ginger beer. Need I say more?

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“If You Like Piña Coladas . . . ” – Recipe

No Mexican fiesta is complete without a few pina coladas on the table. Or the bar. Or where ever. This low carb version is totally as good as the original ones that would knock you straight out of ketosis after one sip. Give em a try. Today. You'll thank me.

Other Keto Cocktails

There are all kinds of other amazing cocktails out there that are really too numerous to add to this list. Although, I did try to get as many as I could. This category is for some of those miscellaneous, but equally delicious keto cocktails that don't happen to fall in the other categories.

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Peach Long Island Tea | Lowcarb-ology

I already gave you my daughter's favorite, so I thought it was only fair to give you my son's favorite as well. As far as I know he's never actually been to Long Island. Even though that's where my daughter lives...anyway, a Long Island Iced Tea is always his cocktail of choice when we go out to dinner. This one is made with peach which makes it a lovely summery tasting cocktail. You could, of course, use any flavor of tea that you want to. In case you don't like peaches.

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Vanilla Old Fashioned Cocktail

While Old Fashioneds are kinda, you know, old fashioned, they are still pretty tasty cocktails. This one makes me think of Cary Grant...can you tell I love old movies? There's something very sophisticated about this particular cocktail in my mind. And the vanilla is so perfect. You've got to try this one!

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Low-Carb Mulled Wine

Mulled wine is a favorite of mine around the holidays. The mulling spices always evoke memories of Christmas from my childhood. Cranberries and cloves and cinnamon, oh my! Make it for your next holiday get together and wow your friends and family with how good low carb can taste.

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Keto Irish Coffee

Irish coffee is another classic that I couldn't possible leave out of this list. And this keto version might actually be a little better than the original. The sweetness has been pared down significantly in this recipe. Don't get me wrong, it still has some carbs, but the sweetness is not overpowering. And there's just something special about warm cocktails that I love. But do yourself a favor and give this one a try.

So, there you have it. Plenty of Keto Cocktails to keep you the life of the party and not sabotage your low carb lifestyle.

As with everything, though, moderation is the key. And while the clear liquors are carb free, the add ins aren’t always.

So be smart, count your carbs, and remember, friends don’t let friend drive drunk!

Peace, love, and Keto Cocktails!!

How to Make Keto Friendly Taco Seasoning

August 13, 2018 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Do you love Mexican food? I sure do!

One of my happiest surprises was finding out I could still indulge in my Mexican food fixes on a ketogenic diet.

I’m so not even joking!

When my blood-salsa level gets too low, I am one cranky lady!

Everyone that knows me will attest to that. Under oath.

Anyway, since Mexican food is on the menu at least twice a week, I thought I should see how to shave off as many carbs as possible.

Especially since I am in a mission to find great tasting low carb tortillas.

I say this seasoning mix is “keto friendly” because, seriously, have y’all checked out the ingredients on a package of taco seasoning?

Store Bought Seasoning Mix Ingredients

Here’s the ingredients on the back of a package I checked out recently:

Maltodextrin
Chili Pepper
Onion Powder
Salt
Yellow Corn Flour
Spice
Corn Starch
Sea Salt
Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil
Silicon Dioxide
Sunflower and/or Cottonseed Oil
Sugar
Citric Acid
Natural Flavor
Ethoxyquin

We all know that maltodextrin is sugar, right? And then sugar is listed again. Why is sugar in taco seasoning?

And ethoxyquin is a preservative that is typically used in animal feed and is very controversial.

This stuff has 3 grams of carbs per 2 teaspoons. 18 grams in the package. When you use the whole package like you are supposed to with 1 pound of meat, and make 6 tacos, that’s 3 grams of carbs per taco. That doesn’t even include a tortilla!

And that kind of stuff is why I decided to whip up my own. And as a bonus, you can change it up to your liking.

You like stuff 9-1-1 hot? Go for it!

More a mild heat kinda gal? I’m with ya, girl friend!

You can whip up your own tailored-to-your-own-personal-tastes Taco Seasoning Mix in about 3 minutes.

And it keeps for…who am I kidding? I have no idea. But I assume it’s a long time since it’s just spices.

Ready to do this?

Here’s the ingredients for:

Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

2 parts chipotle powder
1 part paprika
1 part cumin
1/2 part onion powder
1/2 part garlic powder
1/4 part cayenne powder

Here’s the hard part:

Measure out the ingredients. Mix it all up. Store it in an airtight container.

It’s in “parts” so that you can make as much or as little as you want to at any given time. The “part” could be cups or tablespoons, doesn’t matter. Just keep the ratio the same and you’re all good.

I sometimes use 1 part chipotle powder and 1 part chili powder. You can leave out the cayenne if you want to. Or add more if you want some more heat.

But no sugar. No flour. And certainly no ethoxyquin!

For this taco seasoning mix, 3 tablespoons equals 1 regular package of store bought seasoning.

I use this mix in my Easy 20 Minute Taco Boats. It’s also great on fajitas and chili and anything else Mexican food related.

I mix up large quantities because we use it a lot. I put some in my cute little spice jar that I got here. And I store the rest in a quart canning jar that I seal with my FoodSaver.

When my spice jar gets empty I just refill it and then reseal the canning jar. Couldn’t be simpler.

Now that you know how easy it is, whip some up today!

Peace, love, and taco on!

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Keto Friendly Taco Seasoning Mix

When you are on a ketogenic diet you need to cut carbs everywhere you can. Making your own Taco Seasoning Mix can cut 3 grams of carbs per taco.

Course Condiment

Cuisine Mexican

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Calories 16 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

2 parts chipotle powder
1 part paprika
1 part cumin
1/2 part onion powder
1/2 part garlic powder
1/4 part cayenne powder

Instructions

Measure out all the ingredients. Your part can be as large or as small as you would like. Cups or tablespoons, it's up to you.
Mix it all up really well. Use a whisk to break up any clumps in the spices.
Store the seasoning mix in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.

Recipe Notes

I sometimes use 1 part chipotle powder and 1 part chili powder. You can leave out the cayenne if you want to. Or add more if you want some more heat.

For this taco seasoning mix, 3 tablespoons equals 1 regular package of store bought seasoning.

Nutrition Facts

Keto Friendly Taco Seasoning Mix

Amount Per Serving (2 Tbsp)

Calories 16

% Daily Value*

Sodium 35mg 1%

Potassium 39mg 1%

Total Carbohydrates 2g 1%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Vitamin A 23.8%

Iron 6.8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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