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Italian Herb Beef Patties with Roasted Tomato
AI representation of finished dish These Italian herb beef patties turned out so good! I shaped them taller and thicker, like individual servings of meatloaf, and topped each one with tomato and mozzarella. I used plant-based mozzarella on Michael’s portions and regular mozzarella on mine. Everything baked together in one dish. To tell them apart, I marked my portions with toothpicks and removed them before serving. For my first batch, I used Roma tomatoes. Next time, I recom

Dorothea Chollett
3 days ago3 min read


Mini Meatballs with Onion Gravy over Spaghetti Squash
AI Image Oven-baked mini meatballs in thick onion gravy over roasted spaghetti squash. Both bake at 400°F; prepare the gravy while they cook. Makes 4 generous servings or 6 smaller servings Ingredients Spaghetti squash • 1 large fresh spaghetti squash, about 4 pounds (about 6 cups cooked strands) • 1 tablespoon avocado oil • ¼ teaspoon salt; black pepper, optional Mini meatballs • 2 pounds ground beef • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika • 1 teaspoon onion powder • ½ teaspoon black pe

Dorothea Chollett
Oct 213 min read


Dutch Oven Beef Stew—Low-Carb Style
Actual picture of the stew I made🌻 “Michael really enjoyed this stew, and the turnips were delicious! They made a tasty, lower-carb swap for potatoes without giving up that hearty stew flavor. Ingredients 2 pounds chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes Salt and black pepper, for the beef 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 whole shallots, diced 1 large, rounded teaspoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons tomato paste 3 cups prepared Better Than Bouillon beef broth 3 medium turnips, washed

Dorothea Chollett
Oct 62 min read


Bacon-Topped Cheesesteak Mini Meatloaves
Meatloaf is my husband Michael’s favorite dinner, so he was not sure what to think when I told him I had made it differently. The look on his face seemed to say, “Did you wreck my meatloaf?” But after he tried it, he said it was a keeper. The cheese-filled center, vegetables and crispy bacon gave his favorite comfort food a delicious new twist. Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS MEAT MIXTURE • 1½ pounds ground beef • 1 large egg • 2 tablespoons almond flour • 1 tablespoon soy sauce • 2

Dorothea Chollett
Sep 213 min read


Hungarian-Inspired Low-Carb Beef Goulash
Inspired by a classic recipe. Adapted for my kitchen. Many of our favorite recipes have a story to tell. Goulash is one of them. The original Hungarian Gulyás dates back centuries and was prepared by cattle herders who slowly cooked chunks of beef with onions, water, and later the rich paprika that became a hallmark of Hungarian cooking. As the recipe traveled across Europe and eventually to America, families adapted it using ingredients that were available to them, creating

Dorothea Chollett
Jul 292 min read


CROCK POT POT ROAST
Tender, flavorful, and almost effortless. Some days are busy. Other days you're tired. And sometimes you just want to put dinner together in the morning and not think about it again until it's time to eat. That's exactly why I love this crock pot pot roast. Simply add the ingredients, turn on your slow cooker, and let it do the work. If you have one of the newer programmable crock pots, it's even easier. Set it, forget it, and come back to a delicious meal waiting for you. By

Dorothea Chollett
Jul 92 min read


SPAGHETTI SQUASH CASSEROLE
Not a picture of mine but still looks great There are many steps to this recipe, but the work put into it is worth the outcome. INGREDIENTS 1 Spaghetti squash, 2-3 pounds 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 Teaspoon salt 1 Pound ground beef 24 Ounces Marinara sauce (or you can use the recipe called "Tomato Sauce My Way" on this website) 8 Ounces of Cream cheese 1/2 Cup Sour Cream 1 Tablespoon Chopped parsley (fresh or dried) 2 Cups Mozzarella Cheese DIRECTIONS Heat oven to 400 degrees P

Dorothea Chollett
Jul 32 min read


CHEESEY LOW CARB EGGPLANT PARMESAN
I have made this recipe as written and I have also made it lactose free. Please feel free to view my website for the Ricotta alternative and use plant-based Mozzarella cheese. Ready to Take Your Next Faithful Step? Let Dorothea walk alongside you with personalized low-carb guidance, prayerful support, and practical next steps for better blood sugar and more energy. Book Your Free Discovery Call AI image, the real dish deal looks much better INGREDIENTS 2 Medium sized eggplan

Dorothea Chollett
Jul 32 min read


MEXICAN ZUCCHINI, MUSHROOMS AND BEEF
Through cooking, I get to experience healthy ingredients, nourishing traditions, and recipes from places I have never physically visited. Every culture has foods that tell a story, and many traditional dishes were built around simple, wholesome ingredients that nourished families for generations. This Mexican-inspired recipe reminds me that healthy low-carb food does not have to be boring or restrictive. It can be vibrant, flavorful, comforting, and deeply satisfying. God cre

Dorothea Chollett
Jul 32 min read


LOW CARB TOSTADAS WITH BEEF
Because I live in the Rio Grande Valley in Texas, I have learned quite a bit about Mexican food and really enjoy eating it. For a simple dish that is filling, delicious and low carb, try this recipe. INGREDIENTS For the Tostadas 4 low-carb tortillas 1 pound beef (ground beef, shredded beef, or finely chopped cooked roast) 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed) Toppin

Dorothea Chollett
Jun 122 min read


LOW CARB KETO CABBAGE ROLL WITHOUT RICE
These cabbage rolls use riced cauliflower in place of rice. When I made them, I was amazed at how delicious they were—I couldn’t taste the cauliflower, but its texture made the filling feel as though it contained rice. Makes: About 12 cabbage rolls Servings: 6, with 2 rolls per serving Oven temperature: 400°F Baking time: About 1 hour, covered Ingredients 1 head of cabbage 1 pound raw ground beef—I used 80% lean One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained 1 large egg 4 cloves

Dorothea Chollett
Jun 42 min read
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