Sweet and Sour Cabbage
Yield: 4 servings, each with 4 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 2 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 3 slices bacon 4 cups shredded cabbage 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 teaspoons Splenda INSTRUCTIONS In a heavy skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. […]
Indian Cabbage
Good with anything curried. This combination of seasonings works well with green beans, too. Yield: 4 servings, each with 4 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 2 grams of usable carbs and 1 gram of protein. INGREDIENTS Oil or butter 1 teaspoon black mustard seed 1 teaspoon turmeric […]
Turnips Au Gratin
This is sublime with top-quality Vermont Cheddar cheese, but you can make it with any good, sharp Cheddar. Yield: 6 servings, each with 12 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 10 grams of usable carbs and 17 g of protein. INGREDIENTS 2 pounds turnips, peeled and thinly sliced […]
Mashed Garlic Turnips
Great with a steak, a roast, or chops. Yield: 6 servings, each with 10 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 8 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 2 pounds turnips, peeled and cut into chunks 8 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced 2 tablespoons butter 2 […]
Glazed Turnips
These make wonderful substitute for potatoes with a roast. Yield: 6 servings, each with 12 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total of 9 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 3 cups chopped turnips, cut into small chunks 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 small onion 1 teaspoon […]
Baga Fries
I’ll bet you’ve never tried a rutabaga, and you’re just guessing you’re not going to like them. Well, everyone who tries these likes them. Yield: 6 servings, each with 12 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 8 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 2 […]
Nutty Brussels Sprouts
Yield: 4 servings, each with 12 grams of carbohydrates and 5 grams of fiber, for a total of 7 grams of usable carbs and 8 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 pound Brussels sprouts 1/2 cup hazelnuts 6 tablespoons butter 4 slices bacon 1/4 teaspoon salt or Vege-Sal 1/8 teaspoon pepper INSTRUCTIONS Trim the […]
Simple Sprouts
Yield: 4 servings, each with 9 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 5 grams of usable carbs and 4 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 pound brussels sprouts 3 to 4 tablespoons butter INSTRUCTIONS Trim the stems of the brussels sprouts and remove any wilted or yellowed leaves. […]
Fried Brussels Sprouts
We’ve served these to company many times, and they’re always a hit, even with people who think they don’t like brussels sprouts. We didn’t think we liked brussels sprouts, either, until our dear friends John and Judy Horwitz served them to us this way-and suddenly we were addicted. Yield: Technically 4 servings, but my husband […]
Green Beans a Ia Carbonara
Bacon, cheese, and garlic-if these three things won’t get your family to eat green beans, nothing will. Another great recipe from the Low Carb Success Calender by Vicki Cash, this has enough protein to be a main dish. Yield: 4 servings, each with 12 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total […]