Whether you are a weight-loss surgery patient or someone simply looking to eat a healthier diet, portion control is always a concern.

One great tool I’ve found is…ramekins! Instant portion control. They come in all sorts of sizes to meet various needs.

Keeping that in mind, here are a few of my favorite ramekin recipes (click the title for the recipe!):

Nik’s Reuben Ramekin

Since the publishing of this recipe, a Foodie suggested adding some caraway seeds to this and I tried it. Oh. My. YUM!

Nik’s portion-Controlled Cheesecakes

Because I heart cheesecake. But I do not heart overconsumption of cheesecake, otherwise known as “gut death.” That’s all I have to say about that.

Nik’s Lil’ Baby Pot Pies

Aren’t they so cute! I love pot pies but when you’re new out my family-style pot pie recipe can be a bit overwhelming. These guys are a bit more approachable.

Nik’s Ramekin Peach Pies

Take a trip to the Peach Pit! (Beverly Hills 90210, anyone?). YUM!

Nik’s French Onion Soup Ramekin

Yeah…I think I need to actually make this. Pronto! By the way for the fam, with the addition of a roast beef sandwich on REALLY crusty bread, this doubles as a French dip ramekin! (Just sayin’)

Those are my five faves. Do you use ramekins? If so, I’d love to hear what you put in yours!