Low Carb Bacon and Cheese Cauliflower Muffins

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Recipe by Ruled.Me

Muffins are enjoyed by people all over the world as a snack
or dessert. However, I generally don’t recommend eating them because they use
grains as the core ingredient, which can lead to various health complications
when consumed regularly and in large amounts.

With this in mind, how can you enjoy muffins in a healthier
manner? One easy trick is to change how muffins are perceived: Turn them into a
scrumptious and succulent appetizer. Now, you have something healthier in your
hands, and this
recipe from Ruled.Me does exactly that. I heartily recommend that you give
this a try because the combination of the ingredients creates a wonderful,
scrumptious taste anyone will love.

Ingredients:

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3 cups cauliflower rice

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1 cup organic shredded cheddar cheese

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1/4 cup almond flour

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1 teaspoon baking powder

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7 slices rindless bacon, cooked and chopped

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1 tablespoon garlic powder

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1 tablespoon parsley

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1 tablespoon oregano

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1 tablespoon paprika

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2 large pasture-raised eggs

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Salt and pepper to taste

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1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Procedure:

1. Pour
   the cauliflower rice into a large bowl and add all the dry ingredients,
   the bacon and the cheese.
2. Add the
   two eggs and mix thoroughly until you can press down on your mixture with
   a spoon and it holds its form.
3. Line a
   muffin tin with muffin cups.
4. Spoon
   the mixture into each muffin cup.
5. Top
   with feta cheese.
6. Bake
   at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 35 minutes.

Cauliflower Is a Healthy Foundation for the Muffins

Cauliflower rice is made by grinding cauliflower florets in a
food processor until they resemble regular rice. Interestingly, the finished
result produces a soft, chewy texture as well.[i] By
shredding the vegetable, it can be used as a healthier substitute to
rice-centric foods or, in the case of this recipe, as the foundation for succulent
muffins.

Cauliflower also happens to be one of the most nutritious
vegetables you can eat. Belonging to the cruciferous family of vegetables,
which includes broccoli, this plant contains a wide array of vitamins, minerals
and antioxidants that
may help:

·
Fight
cancer: Cauliflower contains sulforaphane, a compound unique to cruciferous
vegetables that is known to help reduce the risk of cancer.

·
Boost
heart health: Sulforaphane has been found to help improve blood pressure
and kidney function.

·
Manage
inflammation: Cauliflower contains anti-inflammatory compounds that may
help better manage inflammatory diseases.

·
Boost
brain health: Cauliflower is rich in choline, a B vitamin known for its
role in brain development.

·
Promote
healthy digestion: Your digestive system can eliminate bowels regularly
thanks to the fiber content of cauliflower.

Bacon Can Be Healthy for You if It Comes From Pasture-Raised Pork

Bacon is one of America’s most favorite meats, as it has a
taste that has no other comparison. It’s added to countless dishes, but can
also be enjoyed on its own. However, the downside is that it’s a processed product
made by large corporations, and may contain additives and potential carcinogens
that are dangerous to your health.

The secret is to make sure your meat comes from healthy
pigs. In truth, bacon from healthy, sustainable sources can be part of a
healthy diet because it is rich in healthy fats, in particular oleic acid.
About 3 percent of that is palmitoleic acid, a monounsaturated fat with
antimicrobial properties. In addition, pork fat contains a novel form of
phosphatidylcholine that has antioxidant properties superior to vitamin E.

To maximize the benefits while simultaneously avoiding the carcinogens
associated with bacon, I strongly recommend that you purchase pasture-raised
meat from reputable ranchers. Also, make sure that the bacon is cured using
time-tested traditional methods.

Herbs and Spices Add Flavor to the Muffins

Adding herbs and spices to your foods is what makes cooking
an amazing activity because what you put in your dish can completely change the
flavor. This recipe uses three classic herbs and spices that when mixed
together, create an aromatic and delicious result:

·
Parsley

Parsley is rich in vitamin K, a
nutrient essential for promoting healthy bone strength by directing calcium to the
areas where it most essential. Furthermore, the vitamin may help promote brain
health as it is known to help limit neuronal damage.

Parsley also contains important
minerals such as iron (which is crucial for the production of heme in your
blood) copper for normal metabolic processes and manganese for antioxidant
protection.

·
Oregano

Oregano is one of the most widely
used herbs around the world. Added to countless dishes, it is known for enhancing
the flavor of whatever you’re cooking. It makes a great match for soups, salads, sauces, eggs and
meats.

Furthermore, oregano happens to
have one of the highest antioxidant activity ratings. It contains flavonoids
such as lutein, zeaxanthin and cryptoxanthin to fight free radicals throughout
your body. Nutrients such as folate, iron, magnesium and calcium are also found
in oregano, adding more value to this already delicious herb.

·
Paprika

Paprika is essentially a spice made
from grinding various chili
peppers together. Thus, the resulting flavor and color depends entirely on
what you want to have on your muffins, which can range from mild to spicy.[ii]
Before using paprika, make sure to read the product information carefully to
gauge the spiciness of your muffins.

That being said, paprika may
greatly benefit your health because it is rich in capsaicin,
a unique compound found only in chili peppers. Research has shown that
capsaicin may help with pain relief, weight management and digestive health,
and may even lower the risk of certain cancers.

Take Your Muffins to a Whole New Level With This Recipe

Muffins are generally unhealthy, but they don’t have to be
that way. With this recipe, you’ll be sure to enjoy these time-honored snacks
in a more enjoyable manner. But before you begin making them, always make sure
that you obtain high-quality ingredients from organic providers, especially
with the cauliflower, bacon and cheese.

Source:: Mercola Health Articles