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Keto Cheesy Bacon Onion Rings

5/24/2023

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These baked keto cheesy bacon onion rings are super crispy, easy to make and are a fraction of the carbs of their deep fried breaded counterparts.
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Onions, a great source of fiber and a powerful prebiotic food, can be Keto-friendly if used in moderation. One cup of raw onion contains 12.4 g net carbs.  These Keto onion rings are low in carbs.
​Keto Cheesy Bacon Onion Rings
Yields 6 onion rings

​Ingredients:
1 medium large red onion (or onion of your choice)
1/4 cup cooked bacon, chopped
1 Tablespoon parmesan cheese
​2 cups shredded cheese (I used a Mexican blend)
​Chopped parsley for garnish
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Peel your onion and cut into ½ inch slices and separate into rings.​
Spritz your donut pan with olive oil spray to prevent sticking. Now sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese into your donut ring.
Add a raw onion ring on top of your shredded cheese
​Sprinkle chopped bacon and parmesan cheese.
Now completely cover onion with more shredded cheese.
Place in the oven for 10-12 minutes.
Remove from oven.  Place on paper towels to let cool.  
Top with chopped parsley.  Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator (for up to 5 days) or in the freezer (for up to 6 months).  Reheat in microwave.  I started with 10 seconds and then consecutive 5 second increments to find the right level of warmth.
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Sweet Breakfast Tart Shells

5/15/2023

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The crust on these tarts is made from rolled oats, chia seeds, flax seeds and unsweetened shredded coconut.  They're sweetened with honey and dates! You can fill them with Greek yogurt and top with whatever kind of fruit you want.
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Sweet Breakfast Tart Shells
Yields 6 tarts

Ingredients:
5 dates (I used Medjool)
4 Tablespoons raw honey
2 teaspoons coconut oil
1 cup gluten free rolled oats
1 Tablespoon chia seeds
1 Tablespoon flax seeds
2 Tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
1 teaspoon cinnamon
pinch of salt
Coconut oil spray
Directions:
Remove the seeds from the dates.  Soak dates in water for 10-20 minutes until softened.

Preheat oven to 350°F degrees.

In a food processor, process the dates with the honey and coconut oil until a paste is formed.

Add in the rolled oats, seeds, cinnamon and shredded coconut. Process until the mixture forms a dough texture.  Divide into 6 equal dough balls.

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Lightly grease individual pans (or you could use muffin pan) with coconut oil spray.  Press each dough ball into the pan, shaping it into small tart shells.
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Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the shells are lightly browned on the edges.

​Remove from heat and let cool.
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Top each breakfast tart shell with yogurt, fruit, and nuts! Enjoy!
Here's some of the ways I've filled my tart shells.
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Yogurt with berry coulis and fresh berries.
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Yogurt with kiwifruit and berries.
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Yogurt with sliced banana, dried cherries and granola.
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Day Trip to Monserrate Palace in Sintra

5/13/2023

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The Palace of Monserrate (Palácio de Monserrate) is one of the many palaces in Sintra, a historic town about 40 minutes outside of Lisbon, Portugal.  ​It's located 3.5 km to the west of the historic center of Sintra.
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Although it’s not as visited as the famous National Palace of Pena, Quinta da Regaleira, and National Palace of Sintra, this palace is definitely worth a visit!
A Brief History
When Sir Francis Cook, a wealthy English merchant, purchased the Quinta de Monserrate in 1863, all that was left was the ruins of a neo-Gothic castle, built by Gerard de Visme.

​The Viscount of Monserrate, a title bestowed on Francis Cook by King D. Louis, started to work with the architect James Knowles The Palace became the summer residence of the Cook family.
The Palace
The design was influenced by Romanticism and Mudéjar Moorish Revival architecture with neo-Gothic elements. The eclecticism is a fine example of Romanticism present in Sintra in other palaces.
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A beautifully carved three-dimensional door leading into the library.
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The Grounds
The palace terrace leads out into the grounds of the property. It is designed in a romantic style with a lake, several fountains, grottoes, and is surrounded by lush greenery.
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The Gardens
Flowers are one of my favorite things, and the many types of flora in the gardens didn't disappoint.  I had quite a lot of fun photographing these.  Check out the slideshow below.
How to Get There
Once you arrive in Sintra, exit the train station and turn right.  You can catch the 435 tourist bus (departs every 20 minutes between 9:30am and 7:50pm in the summer, and 9:30am and 6:10pm at other times of the year) or the 1253 local bus (follows a circular route around western Sintra, and the journey to the Cabo da Roca).
Opening Hours and Ticket Prices
The Palace of Monserrate is open every day, from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm. The last ticket sold at 5:30 pm and the last entry is at 6 pm.

As for the Park of Monserrate, it’s also open every day, but from 9 am to 7 pm. And both the last ticket and entry are at 6 pm.

Adults Ticket (18-64 years old) costs €8, while the Youths Ticket (6-17 years old) costs €6.50. There’s also a Seniors Ticket (for people over 65), at the same price as the Youths Ticket, as well as a Family Ticket (2 adults + 2 young people) for €26.

​Tickets can be purchased online at Parques de Sintra to receive a 5% discount of above prices.

Info as of May 2023.  Be sure to check their website for any updated hours/pricing.
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Roasted New Potatoes with Feta

5/12/2023

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Roasted New Potatoes with Feta are a simple side dish for any meal. Roasted baby red potatoes coated with tangy feta cheese and thyme, chives and scallions.
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Mother's Day (in the United States) is this coming Sunday, so I thought I would share this beautiful, tasty side dish.  But it's easy enough to make that you can make it for dinner parties and your guest will be super impressed or for an easy weeknight meal.
Roasted New Potatoes with Feta
Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients:
2 1/2 pounds new potatoes, quartered
1/4 cup coconut oil
2 sprigs thyme, leaves picked and chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 Tablespoon chives, chopped​

Directions:
Turn the oven to 425°F. Place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat while you prepare the potatoes.

Toss the potatoes with the oil and thyme on a baking sheet and season liberally with salt and pepper.

​Roast the potatoes until golden brown and crisp on the outside but fork-tender on the inside, about 18-20 minutes.

Transfer to a large bowl and toss with the feta, green onions and chives.
Serve immediately.
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Pistachio Cookies with Pomegranate Icing

5/11/2023

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These Pistachio Cookies are made with pistachio and almond flours are not only gluten free but so delicious and beautiful!
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Pistachio Cookies Pomegranate Icing
Yields approximately 14 cookies
 
1 1/2 cups almond flour
1 cup confectioners sugar, sifted
½ teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cardamom
1 Tablespoons dried rose petals
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon rosewater
1 cup pistachios, finely sliced
For the icing:
1/2 cup confectioners sugar, sifted (use Powdered Monkfruint Sweetener to make Keto)
2 - 3 teaspoons pomegranate juice
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Directions:

​Preheat the oven to 350°F (170°C). Line a baking sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper.



Combine the almond meal, confectioner’s sugar, nutmeg, cardamom and rose petals in a mixing bowl. Stir the egg white and rosewater until it comes together.


Take tablespoons of the mixture and roll them into balls, then roll them in the sliced pistachios to coat well.


Place the balls onto the baking sheet and press down to about a 1/2 inch thickness. Bake for 20 minutes until pale golden. Cool completely on the tray before icing.
 
For the icing:
Place sifted confectioners sugar in medium bowl.  Stir 2 teaspoons pomegranate juice with sugar until combined.  If icing is too thick, add more pomegranate juice 1/2 teaspoon at a time, to desired consistency.


Use spoon to drizzle icing over the cookies. Allow the icing to set completely before storing in an air tight container.
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