RED MEAT
Barbecued Ribs
The spices and balsamic vinegar combine to make a classic barbecue flavor for these spare ribs. Quickly broil them at the end of cooking so the edges become brown and crisp.SLOW COOKER SIZE: LARGE 5 tablespoons avocado oil1 rack bone-in pork spare ribs (about 4...
Lamb Ragout
Lamb shanks are a perfect match for the slow cooker. This dish features flavors of Greece, with kalamata olives, almonds, pine nuts, and feta cheese.SLOW COOKER SIZE: LARGE 2 tablespoons olive oil4 pounds lamb shanks30 to 35 fresh pearl onions, peeled (about 8...
Old-Fashioned Beef Stew
This beef stew is hearty and warming, and it pairs perfectly with Cauliflower Mash 5 tablespoons avocado oil1 medium onion, cut into wedges about ¾ inch thick2 celery stalks, sliced ¾ inch thick1 leek, trimmed and sliced ¾ inch thick2¾ pounds boneless beef stew meat...
Korean Beef Stew with Kimchi
Serves 6Beef stew gets a bold twist with this Asian-inspired recipe. Topping the stew with kimchi adds even more flavor.SLOW COOKER SIZE: MEDIUM 4 tablespoon coconut oil2 pounds boneless beef stew meat or beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes8 ounces fresh shiitake...
Beef Burgundy
The French name for this classic hearty dish is boeuf bourguignon, and while it is served all over France, many in the United States associate it with the famous cookbook author Julia Child. Serve this beef burgundy accompanied by Cauliflower Mash, over zucchini...
Slow Cooker Beef Fajitas
MAKES: 8 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 15 minutesCOOKING TIME: 4 to 5 hoursMade with low-carb Keto Tortillas, these beef fajitas are the real deal. Create a dinnertime “fajita bar” by offering toppings—like sour cream, diced avocado, tomatoes, green pepper, grated Cheddar...
Reuben Meatloaf
MAKES: 10 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 20 minutesCOOKING TIME: 1 hourBest served with roasted Brussels sprouts or coleslaw, this slow-cooker-friendly meatloaf is basically a huge low-carb Reuben-style sandwich. Drizzle it with homemade Russian dressing, and it’s...
Pork Pot Roast with Vegetables
MAKES: 8 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 15 minutesCOOKING TIME: 4 hours + marinatingPot roast is traditionally made with beef, but it works just as well (if not better!) with pork: pop a juicy, spice-rubbed pork shoulder into your Dutch oven, and you’ll get perfectly...
Pork & Kohlrabi Stew
MAKES: 4 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 20 minutesCOOKING TIME: 2 hoursMy mom used to make this stew with homegrown kohlrabi when I was a kid, and I just loved it. So I came up with this low-carb version, which has the added bonus of being exceptionally rich in potassium...
Osso Buco with Gremolata
MAKES: 8 servingsPREPARATION TIME: 20 minutesCOOKING TIME: 4 to 5 hoursOsso buco, which translates as “pierced bone” in Italian, involves cooking veal shanks on low for several hours, and they’re well worth the wait: they’re amazingly tender and juicy, thanks, in...
