Recipes

Healthy fast food, yes it’s possible. Almond meal makes a great grain-free substitution for bread crumbs in these chicken nuggets. They have a spiced crunchy coating on the outside with juicy, tender meat on the inside inside due to the 3-step dredging process. Using chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts is a fantastic way to add more fat into each meal. Nuggets always need a dipping sauce! Don’t forget to make the Smoky Chipotle Mayo and dunk away. Overview Oven-Baked Chicken Nuggets Dairy-free Makes ~ 30 nuggets Level 3 Active time: 35 minutes Inactive time: 35 minutes Total time: ~1...

Growing up, one of my favourite dishes that my mom made was eggplant rollatini, eggplant slices stuffed with ricotta cheese and baked in tomato sauce with cheese. It was delightful. In this keto-friendly version I’ve eliminated the tomato sauce, added extra cheese, basil and lemon zest so that every bite is mouthwatering. Simple, cheesy and delicious, keep this recipe on file for no-fuss, satisfying dinners. To change it up, swap the eggplant out for zucchini.  Overview Cheesy, Basil Ricotta Stuffed Eggplant Serves 4 Level 3 Active time: 40 minutes Inactive time: 35 minutes Total time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Ingredients...

For those days when you want a delicious dinner without the meat, this is your new go-to. Using pure strained tomatoes instead of store bought tomato sauce is a little trick I developed for this book. There aren’t any additives or sugars, just tomatoes so it helps to keep the carb count lower. Plus, with a little salt and herbs like oregano and fresh parsley, you can get delicious sauce results with minimal effort. This recipe uses a 3-step dredging process to coat the eggplant slices which helps them crisp up on the outside as they cook. Coconut flour is...

Cozy up to a bowl of gooey, steamy mac n’ cheese. Of course instead of the mac, we’re using cauliflower here but you know what I mean. The key is to cut the cauliflower into tiny florets, similar to the size of small pasta. Two types of cheese are essential to this recipe. Sharp cheddar melted into the sauce for flavour and creaminess and mozzarella, grated on top which gets bubbly and golden. The turmeric gives the sauce it’s classic colour, although you don’t taste it at all. Serve this warm out of the oven with a side of fresh...