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Friday, July 5, 2019
12 Low-Sugar Cookbooks Perfect for Paleo, Keto, and Diabetic Diets
No matter why you adopt a low-sugar diet (including diabetes or a keto or paleo lifestyle), these low-sugar cookbooks make eating well easy and delicious.
I have a friend who was recently diagnosed with diabetes, which was sad for a number of reasons. It’s a whole new lifestyle to adjust to, especially because my friend is such a foodie. She loves trying new things and taking pictures of all the beautiful and delicious food experiences she shares with her loved ones. So after her diagnosis, I picked up a diabetes-friendly cookbook for her to show her that just because her diet is much more restricted doesn’t mean she can’t still be as adventurous with foods as she once was.
Additionally, while I was doing my research to make sure my friend would be fine to eat the meals in her cookbook, I found that the diet diabetics follow is similar to the paleo and keto diets in that they are extremely low in both sugar and carbs. So, whether you need to cut sugar out for health reasons or are just looking to experiment with a new diet, these cookbooks are worth picking up and diving into!
“Diabetes Cookbook and Meal Plan for the Newly Diagnosed” by Lori Zanini RD CDE, $14.61 on Amazon
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This cookbook was written by a dietician and diabetes expert, so it includes the newest information we have about managing diabetes in the context of the meals you eat. It includes both meal plans and hundreds of recipes that are effective in that they prevent any serious side effects a newly-diagnosed diabetic may be afraid of. It also helps that, even though they are low in sugar and carbs, these meals—like Salmon, Quinoa, and Avocado Salad and Herbed Chicken Meatball Wraps—are delicious.Buy Now
“Betty Crocker Diabetes Cookbook” by Betty Crocker, $14.89 on Amazon
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I mean, anything Betty Crocker is bound to be flavorful, homey, and delicious! If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, let this cookbook be a reminder that you don’t have to give up any of your favorite meals. In this book, you’ll find plenty of breakfasts, lunches, and dinners (like Blueberry-Almond Brown Bread, Pork Chops with Raspberry-Chipotle Sauce and Herbed Rice, and even Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Cookies) that you can eat until you’re good and full.Buy Now
“The 12-Week Diabetes Cookbook” by Linda Gassenheimer, $15.54 on Amazon
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While this cookbook is similar to the others in that it contains well-rounded and health-conscious recipes for a diabetic, I like that this book also contains budgeting advice. With more and more doctor’s appointments, treatments, and equipment to pay for just to keep your diabetes under control, money may be a little tighter than you’d like to admit. With a built-in budgeting guide, this book assures you that you don’t have to break the bank for your new dietary lifestyle.Buy Now
“No-Fuss Diabetes Desserts” by Linda Gassenheimer, $9.95 on Amazon
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It simply is not possible to go without dessert. Luckily, there are tons of cookbooks like this one that focus just on desserts (don’t worry—all the recipes in this book are perfectly healthy for diabetics). The recipes in this book—like Mocha Fudge Cake and Peach Crumble—on top of being healthy and delicious, are simple and very easy to follow.Buy Now
“The Easy 5-Ingredient Ketogenic Diet Cookbook” by Jen Fisch, $8.99 on Amazon
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Even though we are now moving into keto (and, eventually, paleo) cookbooks, I just want to let you know that most—if not all—of the recipes in the following cookbooks are healthy for diabetics as well. Keto and paleo diets follow a low-carb and low-sugar regimen that coincides with diabetic diets. However, if you are unsure, definitely consult your doctor and make sure you are monitoring your blood levels! This cookbook is great because all the recipes are keto-friendly, but they are also perfect for anyone who’s on-the-go and perpetually busy. You’ll find recipes with five or fewer ingredients, meals that can be made in 30 minutes or less, and entire meals that can all be prepared in one pot, including BLT Breakfast Salad, Garlic Butter Shrimp, and Berry Cheesecake Fat Bombs.Buy Now
“Keto Instant Pot Cookbook” by Mary Goodrich, $10.79 on Amazon
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Instant Pots are very popular right now because they are so versatile in how you can use them and you can make amazing meals with little to no effort. If you got an Instant Pot and are now afraid that your new diet may limit your ability to use it, have no fear! This cookbook has 500 Instant Pot recipes—like Coconut Blueberry Pudding, White Duck Chili, and Mascarpone Cheesecake—that are all keto-friendly, so you won’t get bored on your diet any time soon.Buy Now
“Keto Meal Prep” by Liz Williams, $11.52 on Amazon
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Meal prepping is a huge part of dieting. You prepare well-portioned, healthy meals so that you have lunch and/or dinner for the week and you’re not tempted to eat fast food on the run. When you start your keto diet, you may also want to start meal prepping to ensure that you are sticking to your diet. Try this cookbook that focuses on the meal prepping process and is in line with the keto diet; sample recipes include Ham and Cheese Breakfast Muffins, Italian Zucchini Boats, and Pork Burrito Bowls.Buy Now
“Keto Ice Cream” by Adele Baker, $10.99 on Amazon
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While the title of this cookbook only mentions the keto diet, it is advertised as perfectly good for paleo and diabetic diets as well. Even people on seriously restricted diets need a little something sweet every now and again, and what better than ice cream as we crawl further into the summer months? Make healthy ice cream and frozen treats like Strawberry Cheesecake Pops, Apricot Sherbet, and Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream with this book.Buy Now
“The Big 10 Paleo Spiralizer Cookbook” by Megan Flynn Peterson, $12.62 on Amazon
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Like Instant Pots, spiralizers have gotten a lot of attention lately. Spiralizers allow you to finely slice vegetables so that they have the consistency and appearance of noodles. People replace regular pasta (which is high in carbs) with these vegetable noodles for a healthier, paleo-friendly option (this works great for keto and diabetic diets, too). Featuring several different vegetables—including beets, carrots, butternut squash, sweet potatoes, cucumbers, broccoli, turnips, cabbage, and bell peppers in recipes like Creamy Fettuccini Alfredo, Turnip Curly Fries, and Cucumber Noodle Poke Bowls—this cookbook will help you master your spiralizer while sticking to your diet in the most delicious way possible.Buy Now
“Paleo For Beginners” by John Chatham, $9.49 on Amazon
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I’m a big fan of “for beginners” cookbooks because they do a great job of teaching you about your new diet and offering delicious meals that motivate you to stick to it. So whether you’ve just been diagnosed with diabetes or you’re thinking of starting the paleo diet, this cookbook (with recipes like High-Protein Grain-Free Burgers, Buffalo Chicken Wraps, and Paleo Waffles) is a great investment.Buy Now
“Danielle Walker’s Against All Grain” by Danielle Walker, $18.99 on Amazon
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This cookbook, in addition to paleo meals, shopping lists, and quick and easy-to-follow recipes (like Barbecue Salmon with Peach Salsa, Peruvian-Style Chicken, Meyer Lemon Curd Cakes, and No-Cook Chocolate Pudding), contains additional options for gluten- and dairy-free meals. So even if you’re just trying to avoid dairy, you’ll find something great in this cookbook—with slow cooker, one-pot, and 30-minute recipes too.Buy Now
“World’s Easiest Paleo Baking” by Elizabeth Barbone, $17.96 on Amazon
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You can’t possibly think I forgot about dessert! This paleo-friendly cookbook is full of decadent and tasty cakes, cookies, doughnuts, waffles, and more—including Vermont Maple Doughnuts, Gingerbread Pancakes, and Celebration Chocolate Cake—all without grains, gluten, dairy, or refined sugar. Who says you can’t satisfy your sweet tooth while sticking to your diet?Buy Now
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Thursday, July 4, 2019
Friday Food Finds: The Best New Cereals and Granola for Summer
Grandma’s potato salad, refreshing shandies, and patriotic popsicles have surely been welcomed additions to our summer diets, but at Chowhound, we’re *always* excited about the latest and greatest cereals and granolas to hit the market. And this month is no exception. Seven new products have graced us with their presence, but are they worthy of a spot on your future grocery list? To help you decide, we held an office taste test to critique, compare, and ultimately determine the best of what’s lining shelves. Check out everything we tried, as well as our overall thoughts below. The results may surprise you!
Bob’s Red Mill Pan-Baked Granola (Lemon Blueberry)
This was, perhaps, the most unique option of the bunch. But did a foray into muffin flavor territory pay off for beloved Bob’s Red Mill? Why yes, yes it did. In fact, this may have been the room’s overall favorite. The granola had almost a buttery after-bite with subtle, citrusy lemon at the forefront. It also wasn’t too sweet, which means it’d lend itself nicely as a pastry topping or layer in parfait. Two very enthusiastic spoons up!
Overheard in the Room:
“I loved this granola! It tasted just like a lemon poppyseed muffin and would be amazing in yogurt. This is the one I’d buy, for sure.”
“There’s something about the texture and flavor that makes it seem artisanal and not mass-produced.”
“This definitely is on par with the rest of Bob’s Red Mill products. It would taste delicious in a yogurt or even as an ice cream topping.”
Peanut Butter Chex
This was our second favorite offering from the bunch. If you don’t love the bold flavors of peanut butter (um, why?), you’ll appreciate this more subdued approach to America’s favorite spread. We’re also dying to use this in a Puppy Chow recipe because duh. Combine it with a drizzle of chocolate and you’ll be in Reese’s heaven.
Overheard in the Room:
“It’s surprisingly addictive and uses a better peanut butter than its Captain Crunch competitor.”
“I think the peanut butter flavor combined with the lightness of Chex was a great match because most peanut butter cereals are too dense for my liking.”
“This was my favorite because the the peanut butter wasn’t overpowering. It also tasted just as good without milk.”
Bubba’s Grain-Free Ungranola (Bourbon Vanilla)
The chewy texture play with coconut and bananas was very nice, but the vanilla was pretty overwhelming and a bit one-noted. That being said, these would seem to fare better if added to a yogurt, oatmeal, or even a cookie. They just don’t hold up well enough on their own, especially if sitting in milk. We’re still a huge fan of Bubba’s, though. Nothing compares to their trail mixes and plantain chips. Mmm.
Overheard in the Room:
“There’s a strong coconut taste, if you’re into that. I think this would work better in a yogurt parfait.”
“I loved the crunch and the bananas. There are no artificial ingredients and it’s grain-free, so I would most likely buy this one.”
“It tasted mostly of coconut, which I don’t like, and the vanilla had a very off-putting taste. Pass.”
Catalina Crunch Keto-Friendly Cereal (Maple Waffle)
We are somewhat obsessed with the keto-friendly cereal movement. Providing a grain and sugar-free breakfast alternative that maintains crunch and familiar breakfast flavors is already getting massive points in our book. This was just okay, though. It’s definitely not the worst-tasting “healthy” cereal on the market, but it’s hard to make an impact when you’re surrounded by decadent cereals and granolas that don’t skimp on the sugar or calories. Definitely try them for yourself because they’re designed to be polarizing.
Overheard in the Room:
“I’m shocked at how good these tasted. They also tasted the most like breakfast—it was like waffles in little bite-sized squares.”
“It starts delicious and then turns awful.”
“They’re fine. They’re never going to compare to sugary cereals, but I’m not mad at them, especially if I need something to nosh on while dieting.”
Nature Valley Big & Crunchy Granola (Oats and Dark Chocolate)
Surprisingly, these didn’t taste much like chocolate. Nor did they work too well in milk. They were basically chopped up Nature Valley granola bars disguised as granola with cute packaging. Some will be okay with this, while others will call it a travesty. We were, overall, a bit indifferent. They were fine, they were filling, but were the memorable? Not really.
Overheard in the Room:
“The chunks of granola are pretty big. I think this would make for a better snack than breakfast.”
“I really liked these because they reminded me of hard brownies. The only downside was that they dried my mouth out a little.”
“It didn’t have a very strong dark chocolate flavor, which was a bummer. It was fine, but not something I’d rush to buy.”
Mermaid Cereal
If you’re going to advertise yourself as a mermaid’s cereal of choice, then you better do something that’s flashy and visually compelling (like edible glitter or even marshmallows). Unfortunately, these fell extremely short in the marketing department, but they were a real winner with taste by satisfying the fruity cereal nostalgia that we so frequently crave.
Overheard in the Room:
“Yum! Tastes exactly like Fruit Loops. I feel like I am at my grandparents’ house again!”
“My 6-year-old self would have gone crazy over these, but they should have pushed the mermaid theme further.”
“Whomp, whomp. These were a huge letdown. I was expecting fish-shaped pieces or something a little more special, but these just look and taste like busted Apple Jacks.”
Raisin Bran Crunch (Vanilla Almond)
Were the vanilla granola crunches and almond slices and excellent addition? Absolutely! The spice was nice and the texture was soft and palatable. Can we justify the amount of sugar that is jam-packed into this cereal, thanks mostly to the raisins? Not so much. Raisin Bran is a classic and this iteration is great, but we’re wondering if there’s any way they can make a more nutritious option that appeals to the health-conscious masses. If we’re going to have that much sugar, you may as well just give us the Mermaid Cereal.
Overheard in the Room:
“The raisins are way too sweet, but the rest of the vanilla flavor is really good.”
“I liked this one and really enjoyed the addition of the almond slices until I realized how much sugar was in it.”
“If you’re a fan of Raisin Bran, you’re going to love this one. If you’re not, then you’ll just think they’re meh.”
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