Keto Kitchen Tips

Everybody loves pasta and fortunately, going low carb doesn’t have to change that. There are so many keto-friendly options available to make all your pasta dreams come true.  For this list of keto pasta substitutes, I stuck to vegetables and noodles made with minimal ingredients that are also free of refined carbohydrates of any kind, […]

Good cookbooks for diabetics should offer more than just recipes low in sugar. For diabetics, recipes are part of a permanent lifestyle change, not a temporary fix, so the information should be applicable to everything you cook over the long haul. Here are 12 of my favorite cookbooks for diabetic-friendly recipes. They offer recipes based […]

Have you noticed how many keto-friendly sweeteners are available these days? It’s getting more and more complicated to sort them all out, let alone decide which one to use. But even though it seems as if there are dozens of sweeteners to choose from, most of the sugar-free sweeteners available are made from the same […]

Meal prepping can make life easier, but it can also feel like a big chore. That’s because it can be a big chore. Fortunately, there are ways to get all the benefits of healthy meal prep while making it a little bit easier. The number one way to meal prep and menu plan like a […]

Baking season is here, and keto folks and friends may be thinking about what they can bake to make the house smell cozy and make fall meals feel familiar and comforting.  Keto Roll Recipe This keto roll recipe is my favorite keto friendly bread recipe. They’re great for sandwiches, as a side to soups and […]

Why does Keto Chow have so many “chemicals?” Why isn’t there a vegan/plant-only version of Keto Chow? Methylated vitamins? Does that have something to do with menthol cools? =) Nope, but using the correct kind of vitamins is an easy way to tell if a supplement manufacturer actually cares about your health or is just […]

Whether it’s a simple seasoned flour or a more elaborate three-pan process with flour, egg wash, and crumbs, most foods need a coating before they are fried. This coating seals in moisture and protects the food from the hot oil. Fried foods are generally keto friendly and delicious when cooked in good quality oil and […]

Looking for quick dinner recipes-that-are-so-simple-they-aren’t-really-recipes? Here are some of my favorite keto proteins and how to cook them. 1. Eggs Fry, scramble, boil, bake..even microwave them. It really doesn’t get any easier than eggs and their macros are crazy keto friendly too. For the best scrambled eggs, crack two or three large eggs into a […]

One of the freedoms of road trips (as opposed to traveling by plane or other options) is being able to pack food and stop along the route for food that fits your needs. You can fill a cooler with basics and goodies, then strategically replenish along the way. Ideally food and drinks don’t have to […]

What are Keto Chow Daily Minerals? While most macro- and micronutrients are easily available in healthy whole foods, some essential minerals that your body needs have been depleted from the soil over time. This means however hard you try, it’s pretty tricky to find enough of those minerals in foods at your local supermarket. Keto […]

Hiking is a great way to get moving and get some fresh air in the great outdoors.  Whether you’re hiking for the day or for an extended trip, you’ll need to keep your energy up and keep the hike enjoyable. So check out our list of the best keto snacks on the go for short or […]

So, you’re on the keto bandwagon, having a great time and feeling good (and enjoying some Keto Chow along the way, right?), and now you’re ready to branch out and try some new recipes so you can level up your keto cooking game.  Here are some of the best keto cookbooks, websites, and resources to […]

Many people feel they must give up fruit when they start a keto way of life. While fruit may not fit in everyone’s keto plan, it can be included in most, when it’s done right. (So the good news is you can still enjoy the fun, refreshing flavor, fiber, and antioxidants found in fruit.) Here […]

Can you have coffee on keto? There is no one definitive answer to this because everyone is different. The best way to decide if drinking coffee is right for you is to track your own blood sugar levels and ketone levels when consuming caffeine and consult with your qualified health care provider.  Making the most […]

What happens to those classic meat and potatoes meals when they go keto? The good news is there’s a whole new selection of low-carb vegetables to add variety and flavor without the sugars and starches! There’s more to low-carb potato substitutes than cauliflower mash. Here are some low-carb vegetables that add variety, vitamins, minerals, and […]

So, you’ve been loving keto, but you still miss the convenience and taste of bread? Never fear! Thanks to the wealth of keto recipes, and some clever culinary hacks, you have plenty of options to substitute when that hankering comes to visit. Good Substitutes for Bread The best ways to replace bread can be with: […]