Post by Loupy on Jan 30, 2016 19:26:45 GMT -7
FATHEAD CRACKERS
From: Libby @ www.ditchthecarbs.com/
When switching to low carb, the bread, pasta, rice and wheat are gone, and so too are your beloved crackers. So what is a good alternative? It’s an easy way to eat more vegetables, virtually no preparation and you still get that delightful crunch when you bite into it. But what if you want a cheese cracker that’s simple and easy to prepare? That’s where FatHead crackers come in. You will already know the FatHead pizza base is incredibly easy to make, so why not make a double batch while the oven is on and make the FatHead crackers at the same time.
FatHead crackers are great for a snack, serve at parties or keep in a ziplock bag when travelling. Top them off with pate, use in dips, add smoked salmon and cream cheese, or just sprinkled with salt for a simple option.
PREP TIME: 10 mins
COOK TIME: 10 mins
TOTAL TIME: 20 mins
Serves: 6
INGREDIENTS
170g / 6 oz / 1¾ cups (approx) shredded/grated cheese (mozzarella is the best or Edam/mild cheese)
2 tbs cream cheese
1 egg
85g / 3 oz / ½ cup ground almonds
+/- salt to taste
½ tsp flavorings of choice (optional)
Optional flavorings:
Garlic
Onion
Chilli
Basil
Taco seasoning
Top with parmesan for the final few minutes
Lemon and rosemary
Poppy seeds
Parsley
INSTRUCTIONS
Put the shredded/grated cheese and cream cheese in a microwaveable bowl.
Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute.
Stir then microwave on HIGH for another 30 seconds.
Add the egg, salt, flavorings and ground almonds, mix gently.
Place in between 2 baking sheets and roll thinly.
Remove the top baking sheet.
If the mixture hardens and becomes difficult to work with, pop it back in the microwave for 10-20 seconds to soften again but not too long or you will cook the egg.
Cut the dough into small bite size pieces.
Place each one on a lined baking tray as shown.
Bake at 220C/425F for 5 minutes on each side, or until browned on both side and crisp.
Cool on a wire rack and keep in an airtight container in the fridge.
IF the weather is cool, you may store the container on your pantry for up to 3 days.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Serving size: 1 Serving (serves 6)
Calories: 203
Fat: 16.8g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Sugar: 1g
Fibre: 1.6g
Protein: 11g
From: Libby @ www.ditchthecarbs.com/
When switching to low carb, the bread, pasta, rice and wheat are gone, and so too are your beloved crackers. So what is a good alternative? It’s an easy way to eat more vegetables, virtually no preparation and you still get that delightful crunch when you bite into it. But what if you want a cheese cracker that’s simple and easy to prepare? That’s where FatHead crackers come in. You will already know the FatHead pizza base is incredibly easy to make, so why not make a double batch while the oven is on and make the FatHead crackers at the same time.
FatHead crackers are great for a snack, serve at parties or keep in a ziplock bag when travelling. Top them off with pate, use in dips, add smoked salmon and cream cheese, or just sprinkled with salt for a simple option.
PREP TIME: 10 mins
COOK TIME: 10 mins
TOTAL TIME: 20 mins
Serves: 6
INGREDIENTS
170g / 6 oz / 1¾ cups (approx) shredded/grated cheese (mozzarella is the best or Edam/mild cheese)
2 tbs cream cheese
1 egg
85g / 3 oz / ½ cup ground almonds
+/- salt to taste
½ tsp flavorings of choice (optional)
Optional flavorings:
Garlic
Onion
Chilli
Basil
Taco seasoning
Top with parmesan for the final few minutes
Lemon and rosemary
Poppy seeds
Parsley
INSTRUCTIONS
Put the shredded/grated cheese and cream cheese in a microwaveable bowl.
Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute.
Stir then microwave on HIGH for another 30 seconds.
Add the egg, salt, flavorings and ground almonds, mix gently.
Place in between 2 baking sheets and roll thinly.
Remove the top baking sheet.
If the mixture hardens and becomes difficult to work with, pop it back in the microwave for 10-20 seconds to soften again but not too long or you will cook the egg.
Cut the dough into small bite size pieces.
Place each one on a lined baking tray as shown.
Bake at 220C/425F for 5 minutes on each side, or until browned on both side and crisp.
Cool on a wire rack and keep in an airtight container in the fridge.
IF the weather is cool, you may store the container on your pantry for up to 3 days.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Serving size: 1 Serving (serves 6)
Calories: 203
Fat: 16.8g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Sugar: 1g
Fibre: 1.6g
Protein: 11g
