“Its not quite spring yet (despite what the blooming beautiful daffodils say), so here is a lovely idea to slow cook on a lazy Sunday. I served our lamb shanks over Creamy Cauliflower Mash, but I have not included the mash in the macros as you may have your own yummy side dish to mop up the lovely herby tomato sauce. (PS – here is a Cheesy Celeriac Mash you might also like). While two shanks could feed 4 people, I couldn’t possibly share my lamb with anyone, so this recipe is based on serving two. If 11g carbs per serving (which includes the sauce) seems a little hefty to you, simply stretch this recipe to serve 4 and halve the macros accordingly, OR… tuck into your shank and use the sauce a bit more sparingly. It freezes well.” – Monya
“This is a great homemade sauce to use as a pizza base or to smother your meatballs. See my Keto Cabbage and Mince Rolls where I used the full batch. The recipe yields a 500g / 17.6oz batch and the macros have been calculated that one person’s serving will be approximately 125g / 4.4oz. This is enough for 4 people. If you don’t need it all, it freezes well. Don’t forget the all-important dried oregano which adds an authentic Italian flavour.” – Monya
“Fresh, lovely tomato ketchup (as pictured) doesn’t take long at all to make and is packed with the fresh flavour you would come to expect from something made at home with love. Macros are calculated on 60g / 2.1oz serving, so adjust accordingly as you use it. If you choose to have a more ‘cooked’ flavour to your ketchup, cook the finished product for 10-15 minutes in a pan over moderate heat until it thickens and slightly darkens. Allow to cool completely before chilling. Store both versions covered in the fridge for no longer than 4 days (or freeze it!).” – Monya
