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Keto Armadillo Eggs

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These "armadillo eggs" are a fantastic combination of cheese-stuffed jalapeños wrapped in ground sausage and bacon! Low carb, LCHF, and keto friendly recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Net Carbs: 4.5
Calories: 740
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 

  • 4 large jalapeños approx 5" long
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • black pepper
  • 1 lb ground sausage or pork
  • 4 slices bacon

Equipment

Step-by-Step Instructions
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 F (190C)
  2. Prepare the jalapeños by cutting a slit along the pepper lengthwise, then using an upturned teaspoon to scoop out the membranes and seeds. 
  3. In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and black pepper.
  4. Scoop the cheese mixture into the jalapeños - this can get a little messy!
  5. Divide the ground sausage or pork into four sections, then wrap the jalapeños completely in the meat. Try and keep the slit of the jalapeños facing up. 
  6. Finally, wrap each "egg" in a strip of bacon, secure it with a couple of toothpicks, and place them on a baking sheet lined with a baking rack.
  7. Roast for 35-40 minutes or until the pork is full cooked and the bacon is crispy.
  8. Remove the toothpicks before serving. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1"Egg"Calories: 740kcalCarbohydrates: 4.9gProtein: 33gFat: 65gSaturated Fat: 29gPolyunsaturated Fat: 29gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 165184mgSodium: 1598mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 3gNet Carbs: 4.5g

Notes

4.5g net carbs per "egg"

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Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is my best approximation. Net carbs are calculated as the total grams carbs minus the total grams of fiber.

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