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Diabetic Tortilla Pizza

Low-carb Tortilla Pizza

Low-carb Tortilla Pizza

These mouthwatering mini-pizzas are as big on flavor as they are low in carbs. In just a few minutes youll be snacking on a gooey pizza loaded with all the lip-smacking stars of this Italian classic. These mouthwatering mini-pizzas are as big on flavor as they are low in carbs. In just a few minutes youll be snacking on a gooey pizza loaded with all the lip-smacking stars of this Italian classic. 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons dried basil or dried oregano Instructions are for 4 servings. Please modify as needed. Whisk the eggs and egg whites fluffy and continue to whisk with a hand mixer, preferably for a few minutes. Add cream cheese and continue to whisk until the batter is smooth. Mix salt, psyllium husk and coconut flour in a small bowl. Add the flour mix one spoon at a time into the batter and continue to whisk some more. Let the batter sit for a few minutes, or until the batter is thick like an American pancake batter. How fast the batter will swell depends on the brand of psyllium husk some trial and error might be needed. Bring out two baking sheets and place parchment paper on each. Using a spatula, spread the batter thinly (no more than inch thick) into 46 circles or 2 rectangles. Bake on upper rack for about 5 minutes or more, until the tortilla turns a little brown around the edges. Carefully check the bottom side so that it doesn't burn. Spread 1-2 tablespoons of tomato paste, sauce or ajvar (roasted red pepper sauce) on each low-carb tortilla bread. Salt and pepper if needed. Bake the mini pizzas in the oven until the cheese has melted. These little guys made from low-carb tortilla bread are perfect as a snack or appetizer. If youd love to make a meal for the whole family, follow this recipe for a low-carb pizza . Continue reading >>

Easy Mini Tortilla Pizzas

Easy Mini Tortilla Pizzas

Beef Chicken Diabetic Friendly Hearty Light and Healthy Mains Pizza Pork Starters Turkey Vegetarian These crisp and gooey Mini Tortilla Pizzas just need 4 ingredients and 10 minutes to come together. Bake til bubbly and golden in your muffin tin! Is it too late to talk about what happened last weekend? Were in Wednesday after all, so I may be missing the boat on this one. But, Ive finally caught my breath from the excitement and wanted to let you know. My friends threw me a beautiful baby shower on Saturday. There was champagne, pink cake, good food and lots of laughs but also some tears! That is, my tears POURING down my face after I found my mom, mother-in-law and sister-in-law standing in the kitchen waiting to greet me. I hadnt seen them in months, and they had flown in from all across the country just for the big event! It was an unbelievable, unforgettable (and very tear-filled) surprise that had me mopping mascara off my cheeks and crowning my honey Husband of the Year for organizing it all. Here are some pictures fromthat amazingafternoon The man may not surprise me often, but when he does, he sure gets it right! And for that, he gets a whole lotta praise. And pizza. The only other thing more abundant than gifts at the shower were the mini treats! I love me some tiny-portioned goodies, after all. They make you feel like you can eat dozens guilt-free. Or while feeling guilty. Either way, youre gonna eat them. Theyre mini and cute and delicious, and in this case, full of cheesy pizza goodness! Perfect for the preggos in your life, and the men. Everyone wins. All you need to whip up these wonderful little pizzas is 4 ingredients, plus a sprinkle of parsley if youre feeling fancy. Feel free to substitute the pepperoni for whatever you like, or add on to it! Just po Continue reading >>

Low Carb Diabetic Pizza Crust

Low Carb Diabetic Pizza Crust

Who loves pizza? We do too. But did you know that regular pizza crust is super high in carbs? We're talking around 36 g total carbs and 33.5 g net carbs per slice for a 14″ pizza crust. I don't know about you but I like more than one slice of pizza! What that means is if you eat a slice of regular pizza you're going to see your blood sugar soaring and you won't be a happy chappy! Of course, we have a solution for you. In fact we've got several options. Over the coming days we're going to be sharing some low carb diabetic friendly pizza options for you to try (and thoroughly enjoy). This low carb pizza crust Our gourmet pizza recipe (pictured above – YUM!) Big breakfast pizza – yes, who said you can't have pizza for breakfast Baked zucchini pizza boats – these are so awesome Seriously, you are going to LOVE these because they are so tasty and yummy. Want to receive all these delicious recipes in your inbox? CLICK HERE to subscribe to our weekly newsletterand we'll send them to you. Well let's get on with it then… This diabetic pizza crust is made with diabetic friendly flour – almond flour, which greatly reduces the carb count. In fact, our version is just 6 g net carbs for half a large pizza. Oh yes, you can feel more than satisfied with this delicious crust. As you can see from the pictures below, it is quite a large pizza – around 4 generous slices per person. It's quite a thin base but it does not go soggy or fall apart either. Here's the recipe: Nutrition FactsLow Carb Diabetic Pizza Crust Amount Per Serving Calories 480 Calories from Fat 378 % Daily Value* Total Fat 42g 65% Saturated Fat 8g 40% Polyunsaturated Fat 18g Monounsaturated Fat 15g Cholesterol 109mg 36% Sodium 452mg 19% Potassium 20mg 1% Total Carbohydrates 12g 4% Dietary Fiber 6g 24% Sugars Continue reading >>

California Tortilla Pizzas

California Tortilla Pizzas

I lightened this by eliminating the oil and sauting the veggies in a non-stick skillet coated with olive oil cooking spray. I had part of a fresh zucchini in the fridge, so I added that to the... These were amazing! I loved the fact that they were nice and crispy and still low in calories. I followed the recommendation of another reviewer and sprayed my tortillas with an olive oil spra... Awesome and easy. Thank you! I roasted the tomato slices first. No green peppers (just a preference). And I used garlic powder and dried basil rather than oregano. Served on sun-dried tomato tor... These are great. I did change some things as we follow a low carb diet (diabetes) we use low carb tortillas. I love my crust crispy so I place the tortillia in a cast iron pan and bake it at 400... I made this recipe using one, 10 sun-dried tomato tortilla. I didnt saut my peppers (used green and orange) and onions. I did lightly coat my tortilla with oil, and I also put some cheese d... I'm sorry--I did not care for this. I wanted to... The oregano was bitter, and the pizzas overall had no flavor. If I were to make them again, I would look at adding some sort of seasoning to... I have one major problem with this recipe... why didn't I think of it... using a tortilla as a crust for a personal thin crust pizza awesome idea.. I think using that as a base you can do pretty... I made this last night - I didn't have the time or energy to sautee vegetables so I did tomato & cheese tortilla pizzas using my baking stone. I loved how quickly I could turn these out to feed... This isnt just for lunch or dinner, it also makes a great snack! Simply delicious and addictive! Who could eat just one?! Since this recipe calls for dry oregano and garlic, I added it to t... Continue reading >>

Best Low Carb Pizza For Diabetics Ever 4

Best Low Carb Pizza For Diabetics Ever 4

All hail FAT HEAD pizza crust, the best low carb, pizza for diabetics EVER!!! The crust’s recipe comes from Tom Naughton’s Fat Head site, Tom’s a super cool dude and some say he’s EVEN funnier than me… it’s true. :) Mouthwatering Pizza Pictures! Best Low Carb Pizza Recipe Low Carb Pizza Topping Preparation When you first start your ‘low carb paleo’ journey, eating a variety of foods is important for some. Once I discovered these recipes Low Carb Pizza Crust, Low Carb Faux Spaghetti and Low Carb Paleo Chili, I knew that I could survive and thrive on a ‘low carb paleo’ meal plan. Today I rarely eat replacement foods like this pizza, I have gravitated to simpler foods typically eating fatty meats and leafy green veggies for most of my meals. The low carb pizza crust in this post truly is THE best pizza crust I’ve ever tasted, bar none. Even better, its a great low carb pizza for diabetics … too! :) Diabetes Friendly Pizza Crust Here is the recipe post on Fat Head Crust Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella ¾ cup almond flour 2 tbs cream cheese 1 egg Garlic salt Parchment paper and cookie sheet. Instructions: put mozzarella & cream cheese in a medium size microwaveable bowl Microwave for 1 min, stir and then another 30 sec, stir (very hot!) Wet hands and spread “dough” thin on parchment paper. It should spread evenly with dough-like consistency (if “stringy” then your cheese has hardened too much— just put it back in the microwave for maybe another 20 seconds) Dock (poke rows of holes) with a fork to avoid bubbling Sprinkle with garlic salt Put in 425 degree oven After about 8 minutes, check it and poke holes where any large bubbles may be. Continue cooking for a total 12-14 min, or until slightly brown on top. Note: If you like your Continue reading >>

Thin-crust Pepperoni And Vegetable Pizza

Thin-crust Pepperoni And Vegetable Pizza

Ingredients Directions In a food processor or blender combine roasted red sweet peppers and pizza sauce. Cover and process or blend until smooth; set aside. In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add red onion, green sweet pepper, and mushrooms. Cook and stir about 5 minutes or until tender. Transfer one of the pizzas to the hot pizza stone.* Bake about 5 minutes or until edges of the tortilla and the cheese are golden brown. Repeat with the remaining pizza. * To transfer the pizza to the hot stone, place pizza on a flat baking sheet; scoot pizza from baking sheet to pizza stone. When pizza is done, lift an edge of the pizza with a spatula, scoot the baking sheet under the pizza, and lift it off the stone. Continue reading >>

Pizza Tortilla Rolls

Pizza Tortilla Rolls

Warm from the oven and packed with flavor, these appetizers are a hit with guests of all ages. Serve them at adult gatherings or as after-school snacks. 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed 1 8 ounce package shredded 4-cheese pizza cheese (2 cups) Cook onion and sweet pepper in margarine or butter in a skillet until vegetables are tender. Stir in Italian seasoning and crushed pepper. Spread each tortilla with about 1 tablespoon of the pizza sauce, spreading sauce to about 1/2 inch from edges (reserve remaining sauce). Divide onion-pepper mixture among the tortillas, spooning it evenly atop the sauce. Sprinkle the pizza cheese evenly over the onion-pepper mixture, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Roll up tortillas from one side and place on a foil-lined baking sheet with seam sides down. Brush lightly with a little cooking oil. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese . Bake in a 400 degree F oven about 8 minutes or until cheese is melted. Meanwhile, heat remaining pizza sauce in a small saucepan. To serve, use a sharp knife to cut each tortilla roll into four pieces. Serve warm with the heated pizza sauce for dipping. Makes 24 appetizers. Continue reading >>

Skillet Tortilla Pizza

Skillet Tortilla Pizza

This Recipe Serves 4 Ingredients 1 (10-inch) spinach flour tortilla 1/4 cup pizza sauce 1/8 teaspoon dried pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 ounce sliced turkey pepperoni, cut in half or 1 ounce extra-lean diced ham 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion 1/4 cup thinly sliced green bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 1 ounce shredded part-skim mozzarella Instructions Coat both sides of the tortilla with cooking spray. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook tortilla 2 minutes. Turn tortilla over. Using back of a spoon, spread the sauce evenly over all and sprinkle with remaining ingredients in order listed. Cover and cook 2 minutes or until cheese has melted. Remove and let stand 1 minute to allow the tortilla to become crisp. Cut into 4 wedges. Choices/Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1/2 Fat Continue reading >>

Cheesy Crispy Diabetes-friendly Low Carb Pizza

Cheesy Crispy Diabetes-friendly Low Carb Pizza

Home Cheesy Crispy Diabetes-Friendly Low Carb Pizza Cheesy Crispy Diabetes-Friendly Low Carb Pizza So its 8:30 PM and youre craving pizza but youve kicked carbs all day and you dont want togive in now. Sound familiar? No one following a low carb diet or a diabetes diet wants to load up on carbs atnight (or anytime!) Well, I have the answer for you! Low carb pizza! I discovered this pizza recipe at Serious Eats a few months ago andit is brilliant. Ive now made this pizza at least 5 times and each time I have varied the toppings from simply cheese to pepperoni and olives you name it! Just try to avoid overloading your pizza with high moisture veggies unless you cook or saute them first. This will help retain the crispy crust we love so very much If you want the absolute fastest prep ingredients, I would suggest a pizza blend cheese and pepperoni. Choose your favorite lower carb ingredients and getthat pizza craving satisfied! Check out the recipe here Tortilla Pizza Recipe at Serious Eats . Diabetes Control: A1C Conversion Chart & Tips Does your doctor or health professional make a big deal about your A1C level? Wondering what the glucose to A1C amount is? Glycohemoglobin (HgbA1C or A1C)is a test designed to measure the amount of glucose bound to hemoglobin in the blood. People who have diabetes may have more glycohemoglobin than average. Most clinical diabetes [] I was so pleased with my Sweet Potato Breakfast Cups that I decided to create a florentine version! And not only that, I added spinach!! Just kidding These little cups are so delicious and are a super-easy grab and go breakfast during hectic weekdays. I mean, think about it, youre driving down the road [] I am loving all the fresh berries available right now! These little parfaits are just the thing when you wa Continue reading >>

Diabetic Recipe: Spicy Tortilla Soup - Recipes For Diabetics

Diabetic Recipe: Spicy Tortilla Soup - Recipes For Diabetics

Preheat oven to 450F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange tortilla strips in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes, tossing strips occasionally. Remove from oven and set aside. In a large soup pot, bring chicken broth to a boil; reduce heat and simmer. Lightly coat a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Add onion, chile peppers, and garlic. Saut over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomato, oregano, and pepper. Saut, stirring, for 1 minute. Transfer mixture to soup pot and stir into simmering broth. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. To serve, place 2 tablespoons shredded cheese in each of 6 shallow soup bowls. Divide the soup equally between the bowls and top each serving with two avocado slices and some of the scallion and cilantro. Float tortilla strips on top and offer a wedge of lime to squeeze over each serving. 215 calories (32% calories from fat), 17 g protein, 8 g total fat (2.7 g saturated fat), 21 g carbohydrates, 4 g dietary fiber, 30 mg cholesterol, 221 mg sodium Continue reading >>

The Diabetic Skillet | Grilled Mediterranean Tortilla Pizza

The Diabetic Skillet | Grilled Mediterranean Tortilla Pizza

If you don't want to heat up the grill or grill pan you can cook these in the oven on broil. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Makes a great appetizer or main dish. 1/2 cup cheese, feta, lowfat,crumbled, crumbled Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Spray both sides of tortillas with cooking spray, place on grill and cook for 2 - 3 minutes. Turn tortilla over. Top tortilla with the tomato, olives, feta, onions and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cook for 2 -3 more minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Serve. Per Serving About: 230 calories, 8 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 5 mg cholesterol, 9 g protein, 29 g carbohydrates, 4 g dietary fiber, 540 mg sodium, Exchanges: 1.5 starch, 1 vegetable, 0.5 med fat meat, 0.5 fat Carb Choices: 2 2010 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED THE SIMPLE SKILLET, LLC. POWERED BY ARTICULATE SOLUTIONS INC. The information on this site is intended solely for general educational purposes, and it is not intended to be a substitute for professional dietary and/or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before making changes to your diet, exercise or medical programs/routines. Reliance on any information provided on this site is solely at your own risk. Continue reading >>

Healthy Pizza Recipes: Tortilla Pizza Is Diabetic-friendly & Simple To Make

Healthy Pizza Recipes: Tortilla Pizza Is Diabetic-friendly & Simple To Make

Carbohydrates are the nemesis of all diabetics. Oh how we love them, and oh how they hate us! Giving up the majority of my daily bread is the hardest part of being a Type 2 Diabetic for me. When it comes to pizza… when was the last time you managed to eat just one slice of your favorite pizza? Stopping after just waking your taste buds up with those first few bites isn’t likely to happen, is it? As a way to cut back (and keep my blood glucose numbers in check), I started ordering a DeLITE pizza thin crust pizza at Papa Murphy’s. By reducing the quantity of crust, I hoped to maintain safe blood sugar numbers on my meter the following morning. Take heart all you fellow diabetics who struggle to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Here’s a simple way to satisfy a serious craving for pizza without pegging the scale on your blood glucose monitor! Following are lots of great tips and videos for making healthy pizza using tortilla shells… How To Make A Tortilla Pizza Anything whole wheat is lower on the Glycemic Index Food Chart and will have less affect on your blood sugar. This is good if you’re diabetic. It’s also good if you’re just trying to eat healthier! Using a whole wheat flour tortilla as your pizza crust reduces the crust size and also ensures the healthiest crust possible. The restrictions of a smaller overall pizza will help you contain your appetite while still providing a satisfying meal. That’s right, you can eat the whole thing without feeling guilty. Another interesting benefit is the fact that tortilla pizza is actually considered “diet food.” Yes, even those on Weight Watchers can still enjoy pizza without the guilt. By adding just a few everyday ingredients, you can enjoy a great tasting pizza that will satisfy that craving that hits us all Continue reading >>

25 Diabetes-friendly Comfort Foods

25 Diabetes-friendly Comfort Foods

When you’ve got insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes, "comfort" food can feel just the opposite. But it only takes three steps to make any comfort food diabetes-friendly: curb carbs, fill up on fiber, and favor healthy fats. Check out our made-over fall-weather favorites—including Fiesta Turkey Soup, Chicken Pad Thai, Southern Pecan Bread Pudding and 20 others—that will leave you feeling delighted, satisfied, and warmed to the core. Adapted from The Diabetes Comfort Food Diet Cookbook. Drop pounds and ditch diabetes with your favorite comfort foods! Click here to purchase. Now you can satisfy your delivery craving during the day! This "pizza" is loaded with the nutrients you need, without the excess sugar and fat. PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES TOTAL TIME: 25 MINUTES SERVINGS: 4 4 low-carb whole wheat flour tortillas (6" diameter) 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 sm onion, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips ½ jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped (wear plastic gloves when handling) 4 eggs 8 egg whites ½ c shredded reduced-fat Provolone 4 Tbsp salsa ¼ c chopped cilantro 1. PREHEAT oven to 400°F. 2. COAT both sides of each tortilla with cooking spray and place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake until golden and crisp, approximately 6 minutes. 3. HEAT oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. 4. BEAT eggs, egg whites, and 2 teaspoons water in a mixing bowl. Pour eggs into same skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring to scramble, until almost set, about 2 minutes. About halfway through cooking, sprinkle Provolone onto eggs. Sprinkle two-thirds of the pepper mixture onto the tortillas. Top with cooked eggs, the remaining pepper mixture, and 1 tablespoon salsa per Continue reading >>

Mexican Pizza I Recipe - Allrecipes.com

Mexican Pizza I Recipe - Allrecipes.com

Excellent. I baked the tortillas flat in the oven at 375 for 12 minutes instead of deep frying. Then I added the beans and beef to one tortilla, topped with another and added cheese and salsa ... This was great. The only thing I changed was I wanted more Taco Bell like Mexican Pizzas, so I spread the beans on the tortilla, topped that with meat, then addd another tortilla and covered th... Way better than the Taco Bells Mexican Pizza! I used 8 tortillas instead. I put the beans, meat, cheese, and more beans in between two tortillas, then baked them for about 12 minutes, then adde... Great alternative to tacos. They are a lot of fun and I serve as a main dish for just my husband and I. This was great. I topped it w/ another tortilla as someone suggested. I left this in for 20 minutes. A few minutes before done, sprinkle cheese on top of 2nd tortilla. Take out and top w/ wh... We liked it so much we ate it 3 nights in a row! I did use ground turkey (7% fat) and followed the suggestion to bake the tortillas. I just baked them with the beans, ground turkey and cheese ... EASY & FUN TO MAKE Always a great answer to "what do I do with the leftover tortillas?". You can make this even easier and faster by using canned black or pinto beans...ground up if you wish. ... This was fast and easy, delicious. It's so versatile and people can choose their own toppings. We enjoyed it very much. Continue reading >>

Cast Iron Skillet Tortilla Pizza

Cast Iron Skillet Tortilla Pizza

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