by Chef Ron | May 19, 2023 | Diabetic Recipes, Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
I got this idea at Lou Malnati’s in Chicago. I went with the family figuring I would blow my diet for the month with a Lou’s Special but saw this low carb delight on the menu and tried it. Delish! Here’s my take on it for you to try, and enjoy, at...
by Chef Ron | May 19, 2023 | Diabetic Recipes, Dinner, Lunch
Ingredients: 6 oz Italian Sausage (if links remove casing) 1 cup Bell pepper (green, red, yellow or mixed colors) cut in 1” pieces ¼ cup Onion cut in 1” pieces 2 cloves garlic, smashed 1 large plum tomato 1 Tbsp Pepperoncini (sliced) Optional Olive oil or butter for...
by Chef Ron | Mar 17, 2023 | Lunch, Snacks, Vegetables
I started making these while working at Mrs. Gooch’s Natural Foods Markets as a samples chef shortly before it was acquired by Whole Foods. They are a staple at parties at my place. Ingredients: 2 medium zuchini (6-7”) 4 slices mozzarella cheese 2 oz parmesan...
by Chef Ron | Mar 17, 2023 | Diabetic Recipes, Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
I have been making these pizzas for many years. Long before I went low-carb. They also make great hors d’oeuvres just substitute smaller mushrooms (1 – 1-1/2 inch) and make 2 or 3 per guest (depending on what else you’re serving.) Ingredients: 2...
by Chef Ron | Mar 6, 2023 | Diabetic Recipes, Dinner, Keto, Lunch, Vegetables
This simple, comfort food recipe from my youth uses Shirataki Noodles (available in most grocery stores and Amazon). They are made with Tofu (or other vegetables) not wheat, They have less carbs, are gluten free and still taste like a noodle. If used as a side dish...
by Chef Ron | Feb 28, 2023 | Diabetic Recipes, Dinner, Lunch
This has always been a favorite of mine, though I used to do a higher carb version using potatoes instead of Jicama. This is much better for you and just as tasty. Ingredients: 1 lb Kielbasa – halved lengthwise. (You can use any type, turkey, beef, pork, etc.)...
