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I am 5'5" and was weighing 300 lbs., at my heaviest. I lost a total of 180 lbs. I went through several phases of low carbohydrate dieting, until I found what worked best and that is what I share on this blog. Once on a carbohydrate restricted diet, along with intermittent fasting, I dropped all of the weight in a little over two years time.

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Oct 9, 2016

Zucchini "Cake"

This "cake" is moist and has the texture of carrot cake. It is great for bringing in autumn.

Ingredients:
  • 2 cups zucchini, shredded
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 3 cups almond meal
  • 1 cup avocado oil
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 cup chopped nuts, any variety
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 2-3 tbsp or more of coconut butter, melted
Instructions:
  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Shred the zucchini using the largest holes on a grater and place it in a strainer. Leave it there, draining, while you mix together all of the other ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Once all of the other ingredients are mixed in a bowl, squeeze the shredded zucchini with your hands to remove excess water. You can use a cheesecloth, if you like, or a nut milk bag, but it's not necessary. Your hands should be suffice.
  • Place the zucchini in with the other ingredients and mix until well combined.
  • Place in a greased loaf pan and bake for 45-60 minutes or until center is dry.
  • Spread the melted coconut butter, over the top, before serving.
  • Store covered in the fridge.
Do not add sweeteners to this "cake". It is not meant to be a dessert.

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