recipes from Adrienne Asher
Even though our holiday table only has two people, I roast two ducks, which enables me to make Cassoulet (my low carb version) a few days after Thanksgiving. A Pinot Noir would pair well with this menu, with a late harvest chardonnay during dessert.
A Low-Carb Thanksgiving Menu, 2019 (version 2)
Serves 4 // per serving: 1069 calories, … Read more
Although this is a high-calorie meal for me, it keeps the net carbs within a modest range (especially since I’ll only have a spoonful of the cabbage). I’ll be drinking Le Croix lemon sparkling water because I have some extra weight I need to lose, but the meal will still be completely delicious without wine. However, if I was drinking, … Read more
When I was living in Hawaii, my neighbors would spend the morning spearfishing, then make this in bamboo steamers for dinner. It was a special treat if they invited me over to share! This recipe has some tricky ingredients which you can find in Asian grocery stores or on Amazon.com.
Fish or Tofu in Black Bean Garlic Sauce
4 servings … Read more
Feasts are difficult when eating low-carb, but this one manages to keep net carbs a pinch over 30 grams. Remember that wine will bump those numbers up, but relax…it’s only one day and celebrations are an important part of life!Ā There are also vegan/vegetarian options for each recipe š
Thanksgiving Dinner Menu, 2018
Per person: 1152 calories // 31 net … Read more
Excellent over low-carb ice creams, cheesecakes, and custards.
Caramel Sauce (keto)
8 servings // 104 calories, 1.42 net carbs
1/4 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon liquid stevia glycerite (add slowly, tasting)
1/4 teaspoon LorAnn Oils caramel flavor
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
2 tablespoons water
For Salted Caramel Sauce:
1/2 teaspoon additional
Fudge sauce is great over low-carb pound cakes, cheesecakes, ice creams, and custards.
Hot Fudge Sauce
8 servings (abt. 1.5 oz. each) // 154 calories, 1.23 net carbs
1 cupĀ organic heavy cream
1/3 cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
Pinch of espresso powder
2-1/2 ounces Scharffen Berger unsweetened 99% cacao baking chocolate, shaved
1/2 teaspoon Nielson-Massey Madagascar Bourbon vanilla extract