Low Carb scalloped Potatoes


Low carb scalloped potatoes?! How is that even a THING?  After years of struggling with going over board on carb loaded scalloped potatoes dishes at holiday meals I found a way.  I found the potatoes were merely a vehicle to get the real flavor in my mouth. The real taste is in the onions, cheese & spices.  By omitting the potatoes and increasing the onions I stumbled across one of the tastiest ways to serve scalloped potatoes -- without the potatoes.

Strictly speaking there are about 11 grams of carbs per medium sized potatoes. I make this dish smaller to serve only 4 since only my husband and myself keep an eye on our carbohydrates.  For our big family I cut up a pile of potatoes and make a traditional scalloped potatoes dish for them to enjoy. My low carb version makes delicious leftovers and can be conveniently made in advance. There are only a few ingredients and this whips up in a few minutes. Why wait for a special celebration meal? These no carb scalloped potatoes go well with any meal any time of year.

Bon Appetit!

 

TIME SAVING TIPS

  • Prep this meal the day before then simply cover and refrigerate. This makes life so much easier on the big meal day when you are busy in the kitchen.  Pop it in the oven 1 hour before dinner and you are good to go.

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Low Carb Scalloped Potatoes

A scrumptious low carb big family side dish excellent for holiday meals

 
  • 3 c thinly sliced onions (about 1.4" thick)
  • 1 c sour cream
  • 1 c almond milk (or other milk)
  • ½ tsp gluccomanan powder (or xanthum gum as a thickener)
  • ½ tsp pink Himalayan salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 c shredded cheddar cheese
  1. Preheat your own to 350F.
  2. Grease a 9 x 9 baking dish
  3. Layer the onions in the dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together everything else except the cheese.
  5. Pour mix over the onions.
  6. Sprinkle the cheese on top.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes (or until bubbling & golden).
  8. Let cool for a few minutes then enjoy!

TIME SAVING TIP

  1. This can easily be prepped 2-3 days in advance to make holiday meals easier.

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