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Full Course Keto Christmas Feast: Bourbon-Glazed Ham with Low-Carb Sides, Salad, and Dessert

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This keto-friendly Christmas feast is all about flavor without the carbs! With a beautifully glazed Bourbon Ham at the center, savory sides, a fresh salad, and decadent low-carb desserts, this meal will make your holiday memorable and satisfying for everyone at the table. Each recipe is crafted to be keto-compliant while delivering those classic holiday flavors we all crave.

Ingredients

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Appetizer: Shrimp Cocktail with Sugar-Free Cocktail Sauce

  • Shrimp: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • For Boiling: 1 lemon, sliced; salt
  • Garnish: Fresh parsley

Sugar-Free Cocktail Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup sugar-free ketchup
  • 1 tbsp prepared horseradish
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • Dash of Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Main Course: Keto Brown Sugar Bourbon Glazed Ham

  • Ham: 1 bone-in, pre-cooked ham (8-10 lbs)
  • Optional: Whole cloves

Bourbon Glaze:

  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 1/2 cup keto brown sugar substitute (like Swerve or Lakanto)
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves (optional)

Side Dish 1: Garlic Butter Mushrooms

  • 1 lb baby bella mushrooms, cleaned and halved
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Side Dish 2: Keto Sausage & Herb Stuffing

  • 1 lb ground sausage (sugar-free)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Side Dish 3: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Balsamic

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Salad: Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Desserts

Keto Fudge:

  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup keto sweetener
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Keto Thumbprint Cookies:

  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp keto sweetener
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Sugar-free jam (strawberry or raspberry)

Instructions

  • Appetizer: Shrimp Cocktail with Sugar-Free Cocktail Sauce
    • Boil Shrimp: Boil water with lemon and salt. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes until pink. Cool in an ice bath.
    • Make Cocktail Sauce: Combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
    • Serve: Arrange shrimp on a plate, garnish with parsley, and serve with cocktail sauce.
  • Main Course: Keto Brown Sugar Bourbon Glazed Ham
    • Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
    • Score the Ham: Score the ham in a crisscross pattern. Insert cloves if desired.
    • Make the Glaze: In a saucepan, combine bourbon, brown sugar substitute, Dijon, vinegar, butter, cinnamon, and cloves. Simmer 5-7 minutes until thickened.
    • Glaze and Bake: Place ham on a rack in a roasting pan, brush with half the glaze, cover with foil, and bake 1.5-2 hours, basting every 30 minutes. For the last 30 minutes, uncover and brush on remaining glaze.
    • Rest and Serve: Let ham rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
  • Side Dish 1: Garlic Butter Mushrooms
    • Sauté Mushrooms: In a skillet, melt butter, add garlic, and cook until fragrant. Add mushrooms, cook 5-7 minutes until tender.
    • Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley.
  • Side Dish 2: Keto Sausage & Herb Stuffing
    • Cook Sausage: In a skillet, cook sausage until browned. Remove from pan.
    • Sauté Veggies: Melt butter in the same skillet, add onion and celery, and cook until soft.
    • Combine Ingredients: Return sausage to skillet, add almond flour, sage, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Side Dish 3: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Balsamic
    • Roast Brussels Sprouts: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway.
    • Add Pecans and Balsamic: Toss with pecans and balsamic vinegar before serving.
  • Salad: Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella
    • Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
    • Dress and Serve: Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, season with salt and pepper.
  • Dessert: Keto Fudge and Keto Thumbprint Cookies
    • Keto Fudge: Melt coconut oil over low heat. Stir in cocoa powder, keto sweetener, vanilla, and salt. Pour into a lined dish and chill until firm.
    • Keto Thumbprint Cookies: Mix almond flour, butter, sweetener, and vanilla into a dough. Roll into balls, press a thumbprint in each, and fill with jam. Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 10-12 minutes.

Notes

  • Timing Tips: Prepare sauces and desserts a day in advance to streamline meal prep on the big day.
  • Serving Family-Style: Arrange everything on a large table to let guests help themselves.
  • Caramelizing the Ham: If the glaze isn’t caramelizing as desired, briefly broil the ham (watch closely!) to achieve a golden crust.

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

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