Di Bauer

Di Bauer was the editor of CarbSmart Magazine from 1999 to 2004.

Southwestern Breakfast Casserole Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Recipe

This Low-Carb Gluten-Free Southwestern Breakfast Casserole is delicious and perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a brunch for friends and family. Because it cooks in the crock pot, you can go about your day while it cooks. It also stays fresh very well in the refrigerator if you want to make it on a Sunday and use it for a week's worth of breakfasts.

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Lemon Garlic Chicken Slaw Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Recipe

Most of us think side dish when thinking about slaws. But I'm here to tell you that a slaw can be transformed into a wonderful main dish just by adding a few ingredients. This is a very flexible Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Lemon Garlic Chicken Slaw Recipe with several optional ingredients that you can add if you have them on hand and leave out if you don’t. It’s a great take-along lunch, quick dinner, or snack.

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Lemon Garlic Chicken Breast Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Recipe

This Low-Carb Keto Gluten-Free Lemon Garlic Chicken Breast recipe is special because it allows you to cook for a larger crowd, or to freeze leftovers for use in the future. In the variations, I have listed other recipes in which you can use these delectable chicken breasts. This is one of my favorite recipes not only because it allows me to cook and freeze, but because these chicken breasts have a bit of zing to them and because they are broiled, they tend to stay very moist inside.

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Fiesta Meatloaf Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Recipe

Fiesta Meatloaf Low-Carb Gluten-Free Recipe

Perfect for a chilly day, this Low-Carb Gluten-Free Fiesta Meatloaf recipe is not only delicious, but it's a fun meal! I find that meatloaf is a great way to sneak veggies past my crew; all they see is a big ol' slice of meat on their plates! This recipe can also be made into several individual size portions by using serving size loaf pans.

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Pina Colada Mocktail Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Recipe

Pina Colada Mocktail

This delicious non-alcoholic Low-Carb Gluten-Free virgin Pina Colada Mocktail is as refreshing as it is delicious. It makes a great party beverage especially during the warm summer months! Because it contains no liquor you can safely serve it to children. Of course there is nothing wrong with adding a splash of rum for the grown ups if you choose.

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Zapple Wedges with Jicama Low-Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free Recipe

Apples tend to be pretty high in sugar so I try to avoid them as much as possible. However, Low-Carb jicama slices (zapple) soaked in a fruit flavored drink mix, give me the same textural mouth feel and crunch as an apple without all the sugar of an apple. Jicama has become very popular so finding it at your local supermarket shouldn't be difficult. Many times you can find it pre-cleaned and sliced. If you can find it that way, go for it!

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Simple Side Salad With Low Carb Keto Croutons Recipe

Sometimes you just don't feel like a hot side dish. For those times, a simple side salad with low-carb croutons is the perfect answer. I have chosen a Paleo bread for the croutons, which is all natural as well as low-carb and gluten-free. If you have a different bread you prefer, please feel free to use it.

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Kentucky Hot Brown (Hot Turkey Sandwich) Low-Carb Keto Gluten-Free Recipe

Kentucky Hot Brown is a traditional recipe for a hot turkey sandwich. It can be served as an entrée or a sandwich. If I'm making a sandwich, I like to roll it up in a large Romaine leaf instead of using low-carb bread, but the choice is yours. It's delicious any time of year, but remember it's also a great way to use up your turkey leftovers after Thanksgiving.

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Low-Carb Crouton Recipe – Low-Carb, Keto

Nothing tops a salad better than a nice tasty low-carb crouton. If you're like me, you want the extra crunch and you want it without all the chemicals and preservatives in commercial brands. Best yet, if stored properly, these low-carb croutons will last up to 6 weeks!

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