11/15/2016 2 Comments BURGER NIGHT!Burger night does not have to be given up when you are trying to live a healthy lifestyle, but it also doesn't have to be super greasy & fatty either! It also can be a quick & easy treat meal if you use my favorite kitchen appliance--the crockpot. Here is how I do my double decker burger nights at home--
INGREDIENTS: - 1 pound (1 pack with 4 burgers) of lean turkey burger patties -cheese of your choice (I usually go with cheddar, manchego, or gouda) -burger buns (whole wheat is the best option but picture is with white) -toppings of your choice, I usually go with all or some of the following:
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SIDES: I always switch up my sides but I usually like to get a side salad in with either:
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11/3/2016 2 Comments MEAL PLAN APPROVED NACHOS!This is the perfect meal to make when you are staying in on a weekend night and watching movies (or if you just are craving nachos)! Making your own tortilla chips is a much healthier option than a bag of Tostitos because it has significantly less oil, sodium, and preservatives. And, I think they taste even better too :) INGREDIENTS: (feel free to add or subtract any ingredients, have fun with it!)
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AFTER CROCKPOT IS DONE--
10/12/2016 1 Comment JULIE'S CHICKEN MEATBALLSOne of my online boot campers, Julie, came up with this amazing recipe. After trying it for the first time, I was hooked. Not only does it taste amazing, but it makes enough to meal prep out some lunches for a few days as well :) Try it out for yourself!
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INGREDIENTS: For every pound of ground turkey (although I usually make 3-4 lbs because they are THAT good) -1/4 cup minced garlic -1 egg -3/4 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs -1/3 cup Parmesan cheese -1/4 cup cashew or almond milk (or any milk you prefer) -3 tablespoons olive oil -1/2 cup finely chopped celery -black pepper -about ½ pound fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes RECIPE:
I usually like to serve these with homemade mashed potatoes :) CHOCOLATE ALMOND BUTTER
CASHEW OR PEANUT BUTTER
CHOCOLATE CASHEW OR PEANUT BUTTER
4/22/2016 1 Comment Ground turkey cheesy stuffed shellsOne of my favorite dishes to make when I need my cheesy fix! Lean ground turkey, mushroom, and ricotta stuffed shells..Not exactly the "healthiest" option only because of the amount of cheese I use, but still a good source of protein in the turkey and at least I know what I am putting in my food and my body (as opposed to restaurant cooking where much more butters and oils are used!). In Crockpot: -Add Jennie-O Italian ground turkey, mushrooms & green onions in crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3.5 hours (mix and match veggies of your choice if you don't want mushrooms and green onions) Oven/Stove -Boil shells as instructed on box -Once turkey is done, mix with 16oz ricotta cheese, one egg, & pepper -Stuff shells and pour your choice of pasta sauce on top (in baking dish) -Add shredded mozzarella cheese on top -Bake at 350 degrees for 50 min 4/4/2016 0 Comments Balsamic mushroom chicken w/ tomato, hummus, & quinoa salad and spinach quesadillasAn easy & delicious meal to prep before work or heading out for the day to ensure that you stay on track once you are back home! Shredded Chicken (5-8 min prep time) -Season chicken with pepper -Throw chicken, mushrooms, and balsamic dressing in crockpot -Cook on low for 6 hours Quinoa Salad (5 min prep time) -Place 1 part quinoa and 2 parts water in rice cooker and cook -Chop grape tomatoes in half and refrigerate for later Spinach Quesadillas (5 min prep time) -Line baking tray with aluminum foil -Place whole wheat tortilla on tray and place a layer of cheese of your choice (I chose swiss) and a layer of spinach -Place another whole wheat tortilla on top and refrigerate for later After work/ school/ errands (15 min) -Preheat oven to 450 degrees -Shred crockpot chicken using large spoon -Place cooked quinoa in bowl and mix with grape tomatoes and hummus -Bake quesadillas for 5-10 min ENJOY :) 3/31/2016 1 Comment Healthier take on Italian hot dogs!-Place one pack of Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage in crockpot -Add half a bag of frozen veggies & onions -Cook on low for 6 hours -Line baking tray with aluminum foil -Cut rolls in half and spread mustard and swiss cheese, placed turkey sausage on top, add on more layer of cheese -Broil on high for 4-5 min (keep your eye on it) and ENJOY -Sweet potatoes made in bulk previously and defrosted in the AM -- Tips to make this EVEN Healthier and LESS caloric: ~ use low skim mozzarella cheese ~ use whole wheat bun ~ use just one side of bun or half of full bun 3/23/2016 0 Comments GROUND CHICKEN BURRITOS! A Cleaner & Tastier take on burritos! Before Work (5 min): -Threw ground chicken in crockpot along with 1/2 bag of frozen peppers & onions -Cooked on low for 6 hours After Work (10 min): -Preheated oven to 350 degrees -Placed cheese and spinach on whole wheat tortillas and added crockpot chicken -Rolled up burritos and baked for 6 minutes Served with a side of jasmine rice that was made in bulk yesterday. ** Lowest calorie cheese is mozzarella (I used cheddar) **If you are looking for condiments, guacamole is a great addition. If you love sour cream (like I do) but want to cut it out, try plain greek yogurt as a substitute (I admit, I wasn't too keen on this idea but it actually does taste good!) |
Just Sharing some of my favorite yummy and health(ier)
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