Bacon & Butter: The Ultimate Ketogenic Diet Cookbook

OK. I am significantly overweight. I read this book and it makes so much sense! For years our society has been telling us LOW or NO Fat is the key!! HIgh carbs, get rid of the fats. Over the years I would yo-yo, losing weight and gaining weight again. When foods take out the fat then they take out the flavors! To account for this lack of taste then the manufacturers add back in loads of sugar.This book teaches you how to change your body from a sugar-burner to a fat burner, which is what you are when you are in ketosis. Ketosis is when your body no longer is using carbs as its fuel source but fat. Years ago I tried the Atkin's diet. It did work but I was focusing more on protein and less carbs but I did not get the importance of fat.This book showed me that fat is integral for your success of achieving ketosis and proper fat-burning. The diet wants you to implement 60-80% FAT!! 20-35% Protein and 0-5% Carbs. I learned from this book that if you have more protein than fat then your body will then begin turning the excess protein into glucose will be similar to sugar-burning. So fat is key!Guess what? I have been doing this plan and I am actually eating less!! Fat has more flavor and more calories. I no longer have jitters from high-carb intake that was resulting in crashes. My energy is up and I am excited because I don't feel like I am deprived! Once in a while I will get hungry and want to turn to a quick carb anything but have learned to have nuts, cheese, etc. ready at hand. I eat plenty of vegetables because there are plenty that have a low-glycemic index.I have lost weight easily and without any hunger. I do not crave sugar that much anymore and if I do I have learned incredible replacement recipes that take care of it. My sister has diabetes and high blood pressure. She has been doing this similar plan and has improved all of her blood levels. She was so excited!The foods are amazingly yummy. They have breakfast, lunch, desserts, smoothies, and sauces. I can go out to a restaurant and actually eat!!! I can order chicken or steak with cream sauces and butter.Most of the recipes are quick and easy and because they have FAT they are delicious! There are so many recipes where you use Almond Flour and Coconut flour that you can eat things like sausage gravy and biscuits, pancakes, muffins, etc. I don't feel like I am missing anything with these options!Here are some interesting things I have eaten and even adapted "my own" versions from:Buttered Coffee!! I will put coconut oil, almond milk or coconut milk, and some xylitol or Swerve sweetener---When I have this I feel such a burst of energy!!Peanut butter shake, chocolate covered nuts,my adaptation of one recipe is lemon coconut chocolate cheesecake....this is so good and it does not taste "diet" at all!!cinnamon muffins with cream cheese frostingEggs, cheese, bacon.....recipes with chicken, beef, fish, shrimp........it has it all!This book's information has been a blessing to me. Its easy recipes have allowed me to immediately start this way of eating unlike some other books where you have to build up a huge food list before you can really begin.I bought some ketosis testing strips here on Amazon which helps me track my ketosis. They show you when you are in ketosis and not and also show if you are in light ketosis or high ketosis because they have color variations. This helps me keep track.

I'm very new to keto and after listening to a family member about their experience with this eating lifestyle (type 2 diabetic and off of the medication and shots for 3 months now, belly fat loss, more energy), I became curious enough to try it. He had this book in his kitchen and had cooked us dishes from it for dinner that I didn't even realize! Once I learned what keto offers you in food choices, I was shocked that I had already been enjoying quite a few staples that it spotlights. I received my book this week and have already perused the recipes, while trying not to drool..ha! The pictures are to die for. This cookbook will be a HUGE help in putting together all kinds of meals, even based on what I might be craving or wanting at times. I was really excited about all of the dressing and condiment recipes too, not to mention the cinnamon butter option, that's the stuff from my childhood! I could go on and on about the options in this book. Celby breaks it all down to the basics with ingredients, nutrition facts of each recipe, and even tips he learned with modifying things if you want to. Not to mention, his experience with this journey and what he's learned, has been really inspiring to read and empathize with. I've had quite a few friends look at me like I'm crazy when I explain to them what ketogenic is, so having the knowledge behind the lifestyle (I don't like calling it a diet, it just doesn't feel like it) and the benefits it's brought to others, has been a big support in starting my own journey with keto. I'm so grateful for this book, it will literally keep me on track to change my eating style for the better and really get my body back to a healthy state. On a side note..I NEVER cooked before, it's hard when you're only cooking for one, but these recipes are not grueling or hard at all, you actually want to go through the simple steps just so you can eat the delicious food! And having leftovers instead of eating out and racking up $ each week, is so beneficial. Don't pass this book up, I promise you won't regret it!

This cookbook is geared toward individuals who follow or want to follow the "Ketosis" diet. I had never heard of Ketosis before reading this book and was very interested in learning all about it. Hey, who doesn't like bacon right! Well, in my case turkey or beef bacon for me! I loved that the beginning of the cookbook explains what Ketosis and macro-nutrients are and how to calculate your proper macro-nutrient breakdown for your body ratio with the amount of fat that your body size should have. It also gives you which foods you should avoid so that you won't knock you Ketosis ratio off. Sugar is definitely a no-no on this diet! I also love how this book lists different places (stores and online) where you can purchase items that are hard to find in your local supermarkets.What particularly peaked my interest, was the fact that the author gives you ways on dealing with family, friends, and co-workers who don't support your lifestyle change! Sometimes on a lifestyle change journey we find those individuals who question why you chose this route to take or just don't support your efforts at all which can deter you and discourage you. Loved how the author gave you ways on how to deal with those individuals.Some of the recipes kind of caught me by surprise like "Buttered coffee." This is an extremely different way to drink coffee! I think I would be willing to try this! I loved looking through all of the recipes and they seem quite tasty. Each recipe breaks down the ratio, calories, total fat, carbs, net carbs, fiber, and protein. I like how it helps you find the perfect pair to go with each dish. For me, I would substitute pork varieties with turkey or beef because I follow a Kosher diet but this would probably be a lifestyle change that I would be willing to adapt.I was given this book for review. The opinions are 100% my own and honest.

I was pleasantly surprised. I will preface this review by saying I have been a low carber for a number of years so am familiar with this way of eating in general and some the science behind it . When you search low carb diet keto does come up but not nearly as much. Also searching for keto recipes returns a lot of low carb recipes. For me I have found eating low carb high fat and moderate protein is the way to losing and staying at a healthy weight. When I deviate the weight comes back very quickly. I gradually increased my fat consumption because I felt better and was satisfied. This book is well organized and provides plenty of delicious simple recipes that will keep you on track. The author does explain the reasons for eating this way and the science behind it. I thought she explained things in layman's terms and made things simple to understand. And last but not least she gives many recipes from breakfast, snacks lunch, dinners, dessert, appetizers and some smoothies. I am a fruit lover and that is the thing I miss most on this way of eating.She provides ideas on how to handle social situations while eating this way.She gives nutritional information at the end of each recipe which is always helpful when you count certain things. She provides lots of resources , from websites to apps ,at the end of the book. There's also measurement conversion charts for those not used to US measurements.The pantry staples are great and am planning on making the ones I would use, such as sugar free ketchup and tomato sauce. I found the recipes to be mouth watering. I can't wait to try many of them. I do miss cinnamon rolls and can't wait to try the cinnamon muffin recipe. The recipes are some of the best I've seen around. I always try to modify what I eat so it fits my LC lifestyle which is close to keto. My family does think I am crazy when I eat plain organic butter, coconut oil, EVOO, or organic ghee. Oh so delicious and satisfying! She has a recipe for butter coffee but I will try this with tea and see how it tastes. I usually have mine with heavy cream to get the fat but cream also has carbs.It's a great intro to this way of eating. It's definitely not for everyone but I would highly recommend reading it, you will learn a lot.

I have been on a keto diet for a long time now, but I don't do it for weight loss: I do it because I am a diabetic. The recipes in this book are amazing. It is filled with information for beginners, and for the experienced, it can get you out of a rut. This book has expanded my recipe options several times over, and I am now happy to eat again. As a powerlifter, it also gives me all the food and calories I need to perform at my max. There are many books out there, and just as many interpretations of the keto diet. This book works for me though. You may need to experiment with some things, but if you want a good variety, and even better taste, this is it.As a side note for diabetics....Nutritional info changes everyday it seems. This diet has worked for me, and brought my A1C down drastically, as well as the amount of insulin I use. Before considering this diet, learn your disease, study a bout the ketogenic diet, and discuss it with your doctor and nutritionist. They will probably tell you it is bad for you, but don't be afraid to confront them about it, especially if you A1C is out of whack eating a conventional diabetes recommended diet.

Bacon (yum) and Butter (yummy)... Just how do you justify these two items on a list of approved items for a diet? This books explains it all to you. The first few chapters explain how your body will respond to the major change in your eating habits and the reasoning behind these changes. While there is a lot of science type information on the why's and how's, I found it to be very daunting to wade through. There are tons of lists to reference as to which foods to eat and which foods not to eat while subscribing to this lifestyle which are helpful. The recipes are varied and unique from Scotch Eggs at breakfast to Feta and Olive Stuffed Chicken for Dinner with Chocolate Covered Bacon for dessert. I really appreciated the recipes for Sugar free ketchup and Teriyaki Sauce (who knew there was that much sugar in those items?). Overall this was great book for the beginner that wants to learn and has the energy to make a plan on their own for the food choices. Personally, I would appreciate a 30 day meal plan included with the book. I received this book in exchange for my honest review.

This was a simple and quick read. Great book for starters. The beginning of the book explains what keto dieting is, and what it is not. The chapters are short and easy to understand. It's not an in-def long medical explanation, so it is great for the lay person wanting to get a simple understanding to begin their keto-lifestyle but is new to this type of diet plan. The recipes take up the bulk of the book and gave me insight on how I would be changing my cooking style to prepare and cook keto meals. If this is new for you, you will have to adapt your shopping list to include some new food items. At first it may cost more because you will be replacing some items for example, vegetable oil for MCT coconut oil. There are a couple of other recommended oils, which will be up to personal cooking style, preference budget, and level of keto dieting you will try.

This book was a great book. I had no clue what a Ketogenic Diet was, until I read this book. When I think of Bacon & Butter, diet does not come to mind, but I love bacon. This definitely not your traditional diet. But you have to be prepared for a lifestyle change. It explains in detail what foods are good to eat and what foods are not good to eat. We all love fatty foods and in this book, you can have it all, if managed the right way. And the recipes are great, there are so many to choose from. they're broken down and explain fats, carbs, calories and more. Also, it has a conversion tables you need to do accurate food measurmentsI never thought I could eat high fat foods and loose weight. well now you can, and with plenty recipes to choose from.I love how it explains how you can also use the way of living as a health approach also. It's been said that this diet eliminates the effects of seizures and that is a plus and a great approach for someone that has seizures. There are a lot of terms in the book that I didn't understand, but everything is explained and definitions are all in the book for you to understand everything you read. You won't be disappointed. Thanks, Clinetta M.

The book quality is very poor. No pictures so dont know if the food is how it should be in actual recipie. Paperback should not be so pathetic quality for a whooping 1800 bucks. Highle disappointed

I've been collecting some recipes for LCHF (Low Carb High Fat) meal planning and the Bacon and Butter title caught my interest. I'm glad I made the 99p purchase (for Kindle) because there are enough options for everyone to find meals that suit them. I'm quite happy with bacon and eggs for breakfast, and can also eat a scotch egg any time of the day. There are smoothies, sweets, and main meals aplenty. I have other books but this one will be well used. I'll be bookmarking the recipes and adding my own notes. Check out the Look Inside option to see the list of Breakfast recipes for an idea of what to expect.

Nothing is better than bacon and butter for an easy ketogenic diet!I have loved this book. It is easy to put into practice.I want to follow a keto diet, but sometimes are quite lazy and do not want to think to much to food. That's when I take this book: I can prepare easy, but savoury dishes that keep me satisfied all day!Thanks!

Llevo 2 meses en dieta cetogénica y los resultados son impresionantes, 3 kilos por mes sin hacer ejercicio, sin embargo las comidas se pueden volver aburridas, este libro ofrece un nuevo panorama a comer grasa, muy recomendable.

I found out the hard way that I cannot go on the Keto diet due to a health issue but I have been buying some of the keto recipe books. I am a cookbook freak! I buy the books, look and copy recipes that I can use and then pass onto my friends that are on the Ketogenic Diet. They enjoy them immensely and are losing weight. This one, Bacon and Butter is very good and I recommend anyone who is on the keto diet or who would like to lose a little weight, should buy it.