Di Bauer

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

Low-Carb Gluten-Free Steak Diane Recipe

Low-Carb Gluten-Free Steak Diane Recipe

Low-Carb Steak Diane was probably first served in the 1910s. It was a common item on the menus of popular restaurants inside the biggest and best hotels in the biggest and best cities - New York, Chicago, Paris. The steak is either cut very thin or pounded thin so that it will cook rapidly. It is always seasoned with sautéed butter and a simple sauce prepared from the pan juices.

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Low-Carb Savory Pecans Recipe

Low-Carb Savory Pecans Recipe

Savory Pecans make a great snack for any occasion. Whether you need a grab and go snack or something to put out for guests, Savory Pecans are the perfect solution. They are require very few ingredients, are easy to prepare, and are crazy delicious! Best of all, these spiced nuts make a great gift. For gift giving, you can place the cooled Savory Pecans in a pretty serving dish (from the dollar store of course), wrap it in cellophane and tie a ribbon around the top. It makes for a beautiful yet cost effective gift presentation.

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Low-Carb Italian Seasoned Green Beans Recipe

Low-Carb Italian Seasoned Green Beans Recipe

This Italian Seasoned Green Bean Low-Carb recipe is super easy. You can use bottled dressing which makes it much quicker to prepare. I prefer the Walden Farms Calorie-Free dressing, but if you are Paleo or Primal, you may choose to make your own. It pairs well with beef, chicken, fish, or lamb and reheats easily if you are bringing it to a gathering. If you don't have fresh green beans, simply thaw out a bag or two of frozen beans and use those.

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Low-Carb Stir-Fried Green Bean Recipe

Low-Carb Stir-Fried Green Bean Recipe

One of my favorite things about this Stir-Fried Green Bean Recipe is the ability to adapt the spices to the meal I am serving. For instance, some meals call for a little spice so I add red pepper flakes. Other times, maybe some lemon pepper or ginger. However you choose to spice them, these beans add great texture to the meal. I like to serve stir-fried beans with Pork Roast and Sauerkraut because the pork and sauerkraut are sort of soft, and these beans add a nice crunchy texture to the meal. I always keep frozen, organic green beans in the freezer just in case I don't have time to run to the store. You can use either fresh or frozen in the recipe without sacrificing taste.

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