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Online Resources
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Fall and Winter Entertaining ingredients list at Amazon.com
Fat Fast Cookbook–Our bestselling cookbook from Dana Carpender, Amy Dungan, and Rebecca Latham. Jump-Start Your Low-Carb Weight Loss with the Fat Fast Cookbook! Are you having trouble losing weight, even on the Atkins Induction phase? Have you lost weight successfully on low-carb, but hit a plateau or started to regain weight even though you’re still following your low-carb diet? Are you looking for a way to add more healthy fat to your low-carb diet? If you suspect you’ve been doing something wrong, we’ve got your solution. Introducing your new low-carb weight loss tools: The Fat Fast and Nutritional Ketosis.
GlutenSmart.com–our sister web site. Here you’ll find the latest news and information to help you live a gluten-free lifestyle. You’ll also find product reviews, recipes, and other resources to keep you gluten-free and healthy.
Easy Gluten-Free Entertaining–From our sister web site, 50+ recipes your guests won’t know are gluten-free but will love! Whether you’re hosting a small intimate gathering of friends or a large party with an open guest list, Easy Gluten-Free Entertaining will satisfy everyone whether they live gluten-free or not. Inside you’ll be treated to practically limitless recipe and menu ideas safe for anyone eliminating wheat or gluten from their daily lives. Not only are all these recipes gluten-free, most of them are also grain-free, nut-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and/or vegan.
Online Retailers
Amazon.com–They’re not called the world’s largest retailer for no reason. Not only can you find any of the ingredients you need from this cookbook, you can find just about everything else you need from electronics to clothing.
Vitacost.com–Since 1999, Vitacost has been one of the largest health foods and vitamin retailers in the world. Expect fast shipping from their two warehouses.
MountainRoseHerbs.com–Since 1987, Mountain Rose Herbs has been known for exceptional quality certified organic bulk herbs and spices with a strict emphasis on sustainable agriculture.
Penzeys.com–Penzey’s has a marvelous reputation for fresh spices. See why their unmatched quality, abundant variety, and love of everyone who cooks have made them the top on-line seller of spices.
Ingredients
SweetLeaf Sweet Drops Liquid Stevia Extract 2.0 oz.–Made with stevia leaf extract and natural flavors, add to foods or beverages–for sweet, sugar-free flavor in your ketogenic recipes. Available in 17 flavors including:
SweetLeaf Organic Stevia Extract Powder 0.9 oz.–100% pure stevia leaf extract with a minimum 90% steviosides. use for baking and cooking. ¼ teaspoon is equivalent to 1 cup of sugar.
Swerve Granular Sweetener 16 oz.–Swerve is a great tasting, natural sweetener that measures cup-for-cup just like sugar! Made from a unique combination of ingredients derived from fruits and vegetables, Swerve contains no artificial ingredients, preservatives or flavors. Swerve is non-glycemic and safe for those living with diabetes. Contains erythritol, oligosacchardies and natural flavor.
Bob’s Red Mill Coconut Flour 16 oz.–Coconut flour is a delicious, healthy alternative to wheat and other grain flours. It is very high in fiber, low in digestible carbohydrates, a good source of protein and gluten-free. It lends baked goods an incomparably rich texture and a unique, natural sweetness.
Bob’s Red Mill Flaxseed Meal 16 oz.–Flaxseed meal has a robust, nutty flavor and tastes really great. Two tablespoons added to your cold or hot low-carb cereals, pancakes and waffles or baked into your breads, muffins and quick breads brings you amazing nutrition.
Bob’s Red Mill Finely Ground Natural Almond Meal 16 oz.–Made from blanched whole almonds, Almonds Meal/Flour is simply skinless, blanched almonds that have been finely ground. It lends a moist texture and rich, buttery flavor to low-carb cakes, cookies, muffins, breads and a host of other desserts.
Ideal No Calorie Sweetener–Ideal is a no calorie sweetener made with xylitol, maltodextrin and less than 0.3% Sucralose for added sweetness. In university taste tests, Ideal was preferred over sugar for sweetness, flavor, and overall liking.
Jarrow Formulas 100% Organic, Extra Virgin Coconut Oil–Jarrow Formulas Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil is expeller-pressed from the dried flesh of the coconut palm fruit, and does not utilize any solvents in the manufacturing process. Coconut oil is a source of medium chain triglycerides (MCT), such as lauric acid (C-12) and caprylic acid (C-8).
Coconut Secret Raw Organic Vegan Coconut Aminos 8 oz.–A soy-free soy sauce alternative, organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan coconut aminos is raw, very low glycemic, an and abundant source of 17 amino acids, minerals, vitamin and has a nearly neutral pH.
Health Valley Chicken Broth–Made with concentrated chicken broth, sea salt, onion powder, turmeric, ground celery seeds, and white pepper. Rich chicken flavor with no added MSG. All natural with no artificial ingredients.
Thick-It-Up Low-Carb Food Thickener–Great for soups, gravies, sauces, and fruit fillings. Add ½ teaspoon per cup of liquids such as soups, gravies, and fruit fillings. Wisk or stir into liquid, heat until reaching the desired thickness.
Natural Mate Granular Sweetener Blend of Stevia and Erythritol–All natural granular sweetener with 0 calories and 0 glycemic impact. Tastes like sugar, suitable for baking, cooking and drinks. 1 teaspoon per serving, 1 cup is equal to cup sugar sweetness.
Nutiva Certified Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil–A deliciously healthy cooking oil that’s low-carb, gluten-free and ketogenic. Better than butter in so many ways. Unrefined with no trans fats.
Native Forest Organic Classic Coconut Milk–A staple of Thai, Indian and Caribbean cuisines, full fat Coconut Milk imparts rich and creamy goodness to wonderful low-carb, gluten-free, and Paleo dishes.
Mauna Loa Macadamia Nuts–Macadamia nuts were Dr. Atkins’ favorite snack! Low-carb macadamia nuts can be eaten any time or crushed up and used in your favorite ketogenic baking.
Farmer’s Market Foods Organic Canned Pumpkin–Organic pumpkin is rich, smooth and delicious, and ready to use for everything from low-carb baked delights to savory center of the plate entrees. Use it in a variety of low-carb recipes including pies, muffins, cookies, and soups.
Lily’s Chocolate – All Natural Dark Chocolate Premium Baking Chips–Great-tasting, healthy low-carb and gluten-free baking starts with great-tasting, healthy ingredients. Lily’s dark chocolate baking chips are stevia-sweetened with no added sugar and are great for everything from cookies to pancakes to snacking right out of the bag. Certified gluten-free and vegan too.
Equipment and Cooking Tools
Chicago Metallic Baking Essentials Silicone Baking Cups–No muffin pan is needed to bake with this set of 12 reusable silicone baking cups. Place directly on cookie sheet when baking and allow to cool. The silicone cups are heat resistant up to 500° F. Top rack dishwasher safe or hand wash to extend the life of the product.
Norpro 260 Porcelain Ramekins–Perfect for baking individual custards and soufflés or serving condiments and spreads. Glazed porcelain ramekins are oven, microwave and dishwasher safe. Each ramekin holds 8 ounces (one cup).
OXO Good Grips V-Blade Mandoline Slicer–OXO’s very versatile V-Blade Mandoline slices fruits and vegetables with ease. Four blades and a simple height adjuster make straight slices, crinkle cuts, and julienne strips in a variety of thicknesses. The blades store on board and are easily removable for cleaning. A textured surface keeps food from sticking to the Mandoline and the food holder securely holds food and protects fingers.
Microplane 40020 Classic Zester/Grater–For fluffy, evenly sized cheese and vegetable shreds, this is the perfect grater. It’s design is based on that of a rasp, the small and efficient woodworking tool. The cutters are especially sharp, which guarantees easy grating.
Cuisinart CSB-75BC Smart Stick 2-Speed Immersion Hand Blender–This Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender is designed to handle a variety of basic tasks. Elegant brushed chrome or a variety of bold colors houses a powerful motor, and the handy “stick” design lets you blend in a pot, bowl, or pitcher. With two speeds, you can handle all your food prep tasks on high or low. Operation is easy and cleanup is quick.
Cuisinart DLC-2ABC Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor–The Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Processor handles a variety of food preparation tasks including chopping, grinding, puréeing, emulsifying and blending. The patented auto-reversing SmartPower blade provides a super-sharp edge for the delicate chopping of herbs and for blending and puréeing other soft foods.
Vitamix 5200 Series Blender–This versatile, high-performance appliance helps you prepare healthy meals quickly and easily without a single attachment. Super-powerful Vitamix motor matches the power on the Vitamix commercial blending equipment found in the finest restaurants worldwide.
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