The Latest From CarbSmart

Swedish Burgers Low-Carb Gluten-Free Recipe

Burgers, burgers, and more burgers! Yeah, that's how we roll in the Bauer household. These Low-Carb Gluten-Free Swedish Burgers are probably the best you will every wrap your taste buds around! They are flavorful and moist. In the cold winter months I cook them in a skillet on the stovetop. But in the glorious barbecue months of spring and summer, the grill is my preferred cooking method. Whether you make these for your family or for a summer cookout for a gang of friends, these burgers will are certain to make you do a happy food dance.

Read More »
Zesty Roast Turkey Recipe

Zesty Roast Turkey Recipe

Let's face it, when it comes to holiday cooking, the turkey is usually the star of the show. This Low-Carb Gluten-Free Zesty Roast Turkey recipe will bring your guests to their knees weeping tears of joy. Yup, it's just that good. I usually cook a 14 pound bird so this recipe is based on that weight. That said, you could easily prepare up to an 18 pound turkey using these measurements. As you go up in weight class (see roasting times for weight classes), you will need to adjust the proportions slightly.

Read More »
Low-Carb Keto Cranberry Sauce Treat Recipe

Low-Carb Keto Cranberry Sauce Treat Recipe

It's just not Thanksgiving without cranberry sauce. This low-carb Gluten-Free version is delicious! Making this low carb cranberry sauce treat is quick and easy. The walnuts add texture and crunch. The non-low carbers at your Turkey Day feast won't even notice difference.

Read More »

Low-Carb Company Cauliflower Casserole Recipe

This Company Cauliflower Casserole is perfect for the holidays. It's Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, creamy, rich, and delicious. The best part, a little goes a long way. It doesn't freeze well, so if you have leftovers, pack it up and send it home with your guests. They'll love you for it! I like to keep a bit of the leftovers for myself because it tastes great for breakfast the next morning with a hot cup of coffee. It's rather indulgent!

Read More »

Holiday Spaghetti Squash Casserole Recipe

My holiday Spaghetti Squash Casserole Low-Carb recipe is an updated and elevated version of a traditional southern squash casserole. It is creamy, sweet, and has an almost dessert like quality to it. The streusel topping makes it almost decadent!

Read More »

Low-Carb Keto Mushroom Garlic Chicken Recipe

This Low-Carb Mushroom Garlic Chicken recipe is inspired by middle eastern flavors and spices. I like to add olives or capers to the dish, but my kids aren't a big fan of either so I leave them out most times. This dish is simple to make and will leave you wanting more!

Read More »

Poppy Seed Zoodles Recipe

One of the more difficult things about a low-carb diet is the lack of pasta. The easy way to solve that problem is by making noodles from zucchini. Not only are they Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, satisfying and delicious, but they are very pretty. This Poppy Seed Zoodle recipe is absolutely scrumptious! I like to serve them with Mushroom Garlic Chicken or fish. Even the non-low carbers in my family love these!

Read More »

Low-Carb Keto Pork Roast With Sauerkraut Recipe

Nothing says autumn like a nice pork roast with sauerkraut. This main dish is super low in carbs, Gluten-Free, high in probiotics, absolutely delicious, and looks like you spent all day slaving in a hot kitchen; which you absolutely will not! Whether it's a quiet family dinner or entertaining guests, this pork roast is the way to go. Your family will be overjoyed and your guests wowed. This recipe is simplicity itself.

Read More »

Crockpot Zapple Wedge Low-Carb Keto Dessert Recipe made with Jicama

Back in an earlier lesson, I gave you a recipe for a Zapple-based dessert. Now, I give you Crockpot Zapple Wedges made with Jicama. This perfect Low-Carb hot "apple" recipe that can be used as a side dish when serving pork. Apples always taste good with pork, and Crockpot Zapple Wedges made with Jicama and Apple Pie spice are reminiscent of delicious, hot scalloped apples.

Read More »

Technicolor Green Bean Low-Carb Gluten-Free Recipe

Many low-carbers tend to rely too heavily on broccoli, asparagus, and cauliflower. They omit most legumes because the assumption is that beans are too high in carbs. And in fact, many are too high. Green beans however, are just fine for the low-carber who is staying on plan and listening to their body. The Technicolor Green Bean recipe is just such a recipe. It is low in carbs, Gluten-Free, delicious, and it pairs well with any type of entrée.

Read More »
low-carb cooking 101
Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash

Celebrating All of Your Low-Carb Holidays