Meatza Bites!

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Morning, all! The school year is fast approaching - I can't believe it! It feels as though summer break just started, but before you know it, I'll be back in the classroom and suffering from a chronic case of homework. Ah, well. It was inevitable. I'm not a huge snack person, but after a long day at school, I occasionally need something to tide me over until dinner.

Nuts, which we learned about a few posts back, are delicious and nutrient dense, so they're a good option. And those low-carb Kirkland protein bars I've talked about several times are practically perfect in every way. But they both get old, and FAST. Today, I thought I'd share a recipe from my dad, who is a snack master. At a Costco visit last weekend, he picked up Citterio Salumi Pronti Genoa and Provolone packets. Fancy name, but they are literally little trays of salami and cheese slices; alone, they're alright. Not my favorite. Then Dad experimented a little, and I tried his new invention this morning - oh my goodness, was it good!
Shout out to Cedar for being my little
puppy model!

Introducing Meatza Bites, featuring Citterio Salumi Pronti Genoa and Provolone! If you aren't familiar with the term, 'Meatza' is essentially a Ketogenic pizza with a crust made of - you guessed it! - meat. It's surprisingly good, and this version is incredibly simple. We didn't have any marinara or tomato sauce on hand, but you could surely add a dab between the meat and cheese layers. Enjoy this afternoon snack! I hope it helps you with that Calculus homework, but I can't make any promises.

Meatza Bites! - Serves 1
Ingredients

  • 1 snack packet of Citterio Salumi Pronti Genoa and Provolone (at Costco!)
  • Italian herb seasoning
  • Optional tomato sauce
Execution
Lay your slices of Genoa salami on a microwave-safe plate. If using, add a dollop of tomato or marinara sauce. Top each with a slice of Provolone cheese from your packet. Sprinkle with Italian herb seasoning. Microwave on high for three or four 10-second intervals, until the cheese is sufficiently melted. Let cool slightly. Enjoy this simple, tasty, and Primal snack!

Thanks, everybody.
- Maya

Photo by Aaron Burden on Unsplash, Photo by Maya Epstein

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