Carnivore Mac and Cheese [Recipe For Meat Lovers] - Ash Eats (2024)

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Prep time: 45 min Cook time: 1 hr Resttime: 15 mins Total time: 2 hrs

Macronutrients per batch: 136g fat | 188g protein | 0g carbohydrates

Makes: 2-3 servings

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This Carnivore Mac and Cheese is creamy, decadent, topped with crispy raw cheese-pork rind breadcrumbs, and garnished with (optional) chives.

Note: This recipe was inspired by Carnivorous Chef! I changed some things around, but his Carnivore Mac and Cheese recipe gave me a foundation to build this one from. Check him out – he has tons of great (and beautifully presented) recipes.

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What you need to make Carnivore Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:

For the “breadcrumbs”:

For the “mac”:

Cheese sauce:

Garnish:

Equipment:

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How to make Carnivore Mac and Cheese

Make the “breadcrumbs”.

In yourblender, blend thepork rindsdown to a fine powder, then set the powder aside in a bowl.

Cut 1/4 (2oz) off your 8oz block ofraw cheese.

In the same bowl with the pork rind powder, with yourvegetable grater, finely shred the 2oz block of raw cheese.

Mix the pork rind powder and shredded raw cheese around with your hands to get it to a uniform consistency, then set the mixture aside.

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Make the “mac”.

In yourblender, combine twoeggs, the raw ground chicken, and a dash ofsea saltuntil it forms a paste.

Pour the paste into yourfreezer bag(or large plastic bag) and zip it shut while removing the air and pushing the mixture down to one corner.

Note: Act as if you’re creating a tool to ice a cake. There are pictures under the “Tips to make the best…” section to demonstrate this for reference.

Place 1-2 tbsp ofgheein your cooking pan, and bring to medium-high heat.

Once the pan is hot, cut one of the corners of the plastic bag with yourkitchen shears, creating a hole to squeeze out the mixture.

Squeeze out nuggets of the chicken-egg mixture into the hot pan, and pan-fry them until golden brown. I did 1-2 minutes on each side, then kept flipping them until they turned the color I wanted.

Note: There are pictures under the “Tips to make the best…” section to demonstrate this step for reference.

You may have to add moregheeto the pan if it runs out before you’re done pan-frying. Once the pieces are all done frying, place them in your8″ cast iron pan(or whatever baking dish you’re using) and set it aside.

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Make the cheese sauce.

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

Pour the milk (or cream) into your cooking pot, and bring it to a boil while stirring.

Once the milk is boiling, slowly stir in the remaining (6oz)raw cheese.

Add themustard, lemon juice, and a dash ofsea saltto the sauce while still stirring.

Once it’s fully mixed, remove the sauce from heat.

Prepare the dish.

Pour the cheese sauce over the mac. It may be watery. This is normal and it will thicken while baking.

Note: There are pictures under the “Tips to make the best…” section to demonstrate what this looks like for reference.

Top the Mac and Cheese with a thick layer of your breadcrumb mixture.

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Bake the dish.

Place the Mac and Cheese in the oven and bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes.

Broil the dish.

Near the end of the 10 minutes, set your oven to broil and watch it closely. Broil for 30-60 seconds, or until the breadcrumbs start to crisp up and brown.Don’t set it and forget it at this step! It will burn fast if you don’t pay attention.

Once it’s done broiling, remove the Mac and Cheese from the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes.

Garnish and serve.

Garnish with freshly choppedchivesor whatever you wish.

This dish is best served and enjoyed fresh, although leftovers can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

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Tips to make the best Carnivore Mac and Cheese

  • Reference these photos when creating the “mac”:

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Other favorite dinner ideas:

Street Gyro Bowls

Loaded Burger Bowls

Tropical Taco Bowls

Chicken Bacon Tacos

Cobb ‘Salad’ with Duck Fat Ranch Dressing

Simple Oxtail Soup

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Carnivore Mac and Cheese

This Carnivore Mac and Cheese is creamy, decadent, zero carb, topped with crispy raw cheese-pork rind breadcrumbs, and garnished with (optional) chives.

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Prep Time45 mins

Cook Time1 hr

15 mins

Total Time2 hrs

Ingredients

For the "breadcrumbs":

For the "mac":

For the cheese sauce:

Garnish:

  • Chives (to taste - optional)

Instructions

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Make the "breadcrumbs".

  • In your blender, blend the pork rinds down to a fine powder, then set the powder aside in a bowl.

  • Cut 1/4 (2oz) off your 8oz block of cheese.

  • In the same bowl with the pork rind powder, with your vegetable grater, finely shred the 2oz block of raw cheese.

  • Mix the pork rind powder and shredded raw cheese around with your hands to get it to a uniform consistency, then set the mixture aside.

Make the "mac".

  • In your blender, combine two eggs, the raw ground chicken, and a dash of sea salt (ASHLEYRfor 15% off) until it forms a paste.

  • Note: if you go through tons of salt in your household like we do, check out this salt purchasing hack that will save you money + make things more efficient. We started this last year, and I'm so happy we did!

  • Pour the paste into your freezer bag (or large plastic bag) and zip it shut while removing the air and pushing the mixture down to one corner.

  • Note: Act as if you're creating a tool to ice a cake. There are pictures under the "Tips to make the best..." section to demonstrate this for reference.

  • Place 1-2 tbsp of ghee in your cooking pan, and bring to medium-high heat.

  • Once the pan is hot, cut one of the corners of the plastic bag with your kitchen shears, creating a hole to squeeze out the mixture.

  • Squeeze out nuggets of the chicken-egg mixture into the hot pan, and pan-fry them until golden brown. I did 1-2 minutes on each side, then kept flipping them until they turned the color I wanted.

  • Note: There are pictures under the "Tips to make the best..." section to demonstrate this step for reference.

  • You may have to add more ghee to the pan if it runs out before you're done pan-frying. Once the pieces are all done frying, place them in your 8" cast iron pan (or whatever baking dish you're using) and set it aside.

Make the cheese sauce.

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

  • Pour the milk (or cream) into your cooking pot, and bring it to a boil while stirring.

  • Once the milk is boiling, slowly stir in the remaining (6oz) cheese.

  • Add the mustard, lemon juice, and a dash of sea salt (ASHLEYRfor 15% off) to the sauce while still stirring.

  • Once it's fully mixed, remove the sauce from heat.

Prepare the dish.

  • Pour the cheese sauce over the mac. It may be watery. This is normal and it will thicken while baking.

  • Note: There are pictures under the "Tips to make the best..." section to demonstrate what this looks like for reference.

  • Top the Mac and Cheese with a thick layer of your breadcrumb mixture.

Bake the dish.

  • Place the Mac and Cheese in the oven and bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes.

Broil the dish.

  • Near the end of the 10 minutes, set your oven to broil and watch it closely. Broil for 30-60 seconds, or until the breadcrumbs start to crisp up and brown. Don't set it and forget it at this step! It will burn fast if you don't pay attention.

  • Once it's done broiling, remove the Mac and Cheese from the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes.

Garnish and serve.

  • Garnish with freshly chopped chives (do not use if strict carnivore) or whatever you wish.

  • This dish is best served and enjoyed fresh, although leftovers can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

What I used for this recipe:

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Other favorite dinner ideas:

Street Gyro Bowls

Loaded Burger Bowls

Tropical Taco Bowls

Chicken Bacon Tacos

Cobb ‘Salad’ with Duck Fat Ranch Dressing

Simple Oxtail Soup

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Ashley Rothstein

Ashley Rothstein develops tasty, whole food, animal-based recipes that include a moderate amount of “minimally toxic” plant foods. To fix her own health issues, she bounced around between the carnivore, keto, and paleo diets for a few years. After experiencing and studying each diet philosophy, she learned she feels her best by merging the three and following an animal-based diet. As a glut at heart, she likes to channel her creativity and create meals that are healthy but also satisfy her inner gluttonous spirits.

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FAQs

Are pork rinds OK on carnivore diet? ›

Pork rinds are a popular crunchy snack enjoyed on the carnivore diet, made from fried pork skin. They provide a satisfying and flavorful option for those following this way of eating.

Can you eat Philadelphia cream cheese on carnivore diet? ›

Cream cheese is a soft, usually mild-tasting fresh cheese. Its high-fat, low-carb nature makes it a great fit for the carnivore diet. You can use cream cheese as a spread on your meat slices, or incorporate it into a sauce to add creaminess to your dishes.

Is sour cream OK on carnivore diet? ›

You may choose to add “animal-based” foods, which can include low-carb foods such as full-fat cheeses, heavy cream, or sour cream. These foods can be part of a successful carnivore diet, but many people find that dairy products stimulate inflammatory or autoimmune responses.

What is the best milk for carnivore diet? ›

Fat Content: A core tenet of the carnivore diet is to prioritize fats. Full-fat or whole milk is preferable as it contains the natural fats present in milk, offering better satiety and aligning with the diet's principles. Source: Always opt for milk from grass-fed cows.

Is peanut butter OK on carnivore diet? ›

If you're going to cheat – and I did on that first week – try eating something that's not too far from the diet, such as peanut butter. While peanut butter is not part of the diet, it's not as bad for you as something like Twinkies, and it's really tasty so it can help you overcome cravings for something much worse. 4.

Can you eat hot dogs on carnivore diet? ›

You will also have to avoid fruit juice, soda, energy drinks, and grain-based alcohol. When you commit to this diet, you will also be giving up all processed foods, this includes processed meats. Processed meats include hot dogs, sausage links or patties, pepperoni, and all deli meats.

Can I drink coffee on carnivore diet? ›

Yes, you can drink coffee on a carnivore diet. Despite its plant origin, many followers of the carnivore diet still consume coffee, considering caffeine's stimulating properties. However, caution must be taken as excessive intake of caffeine may add stress to the body's metabolism and disrupt sleep patterns.

Is butter OK on carnivore diet? ›

In addition, some people choose to eat yogurt, milk, and soft cheese, but these foods are typically not included due to their carb contents. Foods allowed on the carnivore diet include all meats and fish, eggs, bone marrow, butter, and lard, as well as small amounts of hard cheese and heavy cream.

Is hot sauce OK on carnivore diet? ›

Ultimately, using hot sauce in the carnivore diet is a personal choice. It is technically "allowed" with some hot sauces (not all). This is because the diet does allow limited spices such as salt, pepper, and vinegar. You of course can skip this altogether if you want a very strict diet, but you don't need to.

Can you eat ketchup and mustard on carnivore diet? ›

If you're wondering how to start the carnivore diet, but are worried about finding flavor and beating meat-based boredom, consider classic starter condiments like Unsweetened and Organic Ketchup and Organic Spicy Brown Mustard.

What ice cream can I eat on carnivore diet? ›

The carnivore diet allows you to enjoy ice cream made with heavy cream and natural sweeteners like Xylitol or Erythritol. Ice cream fits into the carnivore diet as it's high-fat and low-carb, making it suitable for heart health.

How do you satisfy sweet teeth on carnivore diet? ›

The best ingredients for no-carb, no-sugar desserts are dairy foods like cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream. Its subtle sweetness and velvety mouthfeel make dairy the perfect secret ingredient for carnivore desserts.

Is Worcestershire sauce OK on carnivore diet? ›

Luckily, there are some vegan and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce brands you can buy from, but generally speaking, the sauce is off-limits for non-meat eaters or those with fish allergies.

Is mustard OK on carnivore diet? ›

Mustard: While mustard is not made from animal products, it is generally considered acceptable on the carnivore diet in small amounts [2]. Homemade ranch dressing: You can easily make your own ranch dressing using carnivore-friendly ingredients like sour cream [2].

Can you eat any cheese on carnivore diet? ›

Any type of raw cheese or mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, cottage and cream cheese. Avoid processed, flavoured and low fat cheese and you're all good.

What dairy products are good for carnivore diet? ›

When it comes to dairy, choosing products that are full-fat instead of low-fat or fat-free is preferred. Raw butter, Raw cheese and Raw cream FROM GRASS-GRAZING COWS are not only more nutritious, but people who consume full-fat dairy products have a reduced likelihood of being overweight or obese.

What is the healthiest meat and cheese? ›

Meats: To keep calories and fat intake in line, look for leaner cuts of meat, like prosciutto, ham, and turkey. Smoked salmon is also a great option and delivers healthy omega-3-fat. Avoid processed meats found on traditional boards. Cheeses: Cheese is very high in saturated fat so enjoy small amounts.

What chips can you eat on carnivore diet? ›

The Best Carnivore Diet Snack List Online
  • Ribeye chips.
  • Steak chips.
  • Lamb chips.
  • Pork chips.
  • Brisket chips.
  • Chicken chips.
  • Beef chips.
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