Author Archives: amandabutler0321

Life After Keto

Let’s start at the beginning of my keto journey. I can remember a moment when I was about 270lbs and cried on the floor, thinking I would literally sell my soul if I could just be physically healthy, able, visually appealing… I felt so trapped in my body. That pain started a fire within me.Continue reading “Life After Keto”

A Healer’s Journey

I was born to heal. During the first 30 years of my life, my empathic abilities opened me up to all sorts of unwarranted pain and suffering. When I learned how to keep myself safe and maintain healthy boundaries, I learned that I am a healer not to take on the suffering of others, ratherContinue reading “A Healer’s Journey”

Low Carb Pumpkin Spice Bagel with Creamcheese Frosting

When I cannot sit, I must do. My back injury has me limited, so I’m putting the standing time to good use, getting stuff done and cooking. I had this idea of making a pumpkin spice bagel to top with creamcheese frosting, so today I made it a reality. Here is the recipe – ballparkContinue reading “Low Carb Pumpkin Spice Bagel with Creamcheese Frosting”

Low Carb Savory Pie Crust

I made this pie crust recently for a brunch. I used two round 9” baking dishes. One I did a full crust (with sides) the other I did a partial (full bottom, slight raised edges). My recipes won’t be super detailed because I cook on the fly and use what I have. This is myContinue reading “Low Carb Savory Pie Crust”

Intermittent Fasting & Altered Mind-State

I have been getting back into Intermittent Fasting (IF) lately. Up until December 2020, I was BIG into it, and all through last summer and fall as well. 16/8 (16hrs fasted & 8hr fed window), the occasional 24HR, and even a few 60HR Reboots along the way. January, February and March were HUGE workout monthsContinue reading “Intermittent Fasting & Altered Mind-State”

Keto Chicken Pizza Crust

I’ve been obsessed with making keto “meatza” crust for quite some time now. The one pictured here is topped Cheeseburger-style. Get creative with those toppings! It is long overdue that I record this recipe, and you know I’m not about storytelling, so let’s get right into it: INGREDIENTS 1lb. Ground Organic Chicken 3 Large EggsContinue reading “Keto Chicken Pizza Crust”

Keto Ricotta Brownies

I’m slowly getting my recipe game together here. Still a mad scientist at heart in the kitchen. I’m just a humble home-baker, with a low carb focus, who likes to let the creativity run wild. That being said, there are a couple tried and true recipes that I love to come back to again andContinue reading “Keto Ricotta Brownies”

Stacked & Jacked: Savory Smoked Salmon Chaffles

Continuing on with my February protein experiment, and back on the chaffle train! Smoked salmon and dill chaffles topped with a creamcheese sauce and a smoked salmon “rose.” If you know me, you know I rarely use recipes. Hell, I rarely even need to measure. I’m an intuitive chef. This is all well and goodContinue reading “Stacked & Jacked: Savory Smoked Salmon Chaffles”

My Protein Experiment

In the month of February, I am focusing on increasing my protein intake. I recently realized that I am not eating enough to fuel my body. I have eaten with weight loss in mind for my entire life. Until now, I have known NO other way. Now that I am 117lbs lighter and working outContinue reading “My Protein Experiment”