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Asian Ginger Plum Stir-Fry with Cashews

January 6, 2015Leave a comment

As I mentioned last week, I did a Wildtree freezer meal workshop over the weekend and I tried the first meal – Asian Ginger Plum Stir-Fry with cashews and it was a family hit!

You have the option of keeping this vegetarian or adding meat (I went with chicken). Now I will say the recipe you will see below varies slightly from the recipe I received at the party – but that’s what I love about these workshops…you make them your own and do what fits your lifestyle and your family’s lifestyle! So I reduced the amount of the grape seed oil and marinade, added some pineapple (which my hubby said was KEY!), skipped the bean sprouts, subbed out the baby corn for frozen corn and added some additional red pepper slides because, well, they’re my favorite!

My prep was already done and this meal took about 20 minutes total and it made enough for 2 full dinners! (yes, the leftovers heated up very well!!!)

Like I said, this was a freezer meal, but you could also prepare fresh by mixing all ingredients in bag one together and bag two together (although I do think it would be best to at least marinade over night!!!)

Asian Ginger Plum Stir-Fry with Cashews

In Freezer Bag:

4 oz frozen corn
8 oz package of snow peas
1 red onion, thinly sliced
2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. Wildtree Roasted Garlic Grapeseed Oil
2 tsp. Wildtree Garlic Galore Seasoning Blend
1/2 cup Wildtree Asian Ginger Plum Dressing & Marinade
1 Tbsp. sesame oil
1 Tbsp. cilantro
Optional: 1 can sliced water chestnuts, 8 oz

If you’re including meat, in a second bag:

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts – cubed
2 tbsp Wildtree Asian Ginger Plum Dressing

In smaller bag: 1 cup rice, Place this bag and freezer bag inside additional freezer bag so you have everything you need come cook time!

At cooking time: 1 cup bean sprouts and ½ cup cashews

Combine all ingredients in specified gallon size freezer bags and mix to allow seasonings to distribute.

To prepare:

1. Thaw overnight in fridge.

2. Cook rice in accordance with package instructions.

3. Heat large skillet to medium-high heat. **If using meat, heat a large skillet over medium high heat and pour contents of meat bag into the skillet and cook 3-5 minutes before adding vegetables** Add thawed bag contents & sauté until veggies are tender, approximately 15 minutes. When ready to serve, stir in 1 cup bean sprouts and ½ cup cashews. Serve over cooked rice.

I also forgot the cashews when I initially made it. We tossed some in with the leftovers but I don’t really think they were needed. I personally enjoyed the touch of sweetness from the pineapple!

I usually try to follow the foods and general meal plan using the portion control containers with Beachbody’s 21-day fix/Insanity Max:30. While this specific recipe is not 100% in line with those meal plans – you could alter the dressing by using the Asian Citrus Vinaigrette (see below) as well as olive oil rather than grapeseed oil for a delicious dinner!!

Asian Citrus Vinaigrette – From the 21-day fix nutrition guide

(makes 6 servings – 6 orange containers)

1/4 cup 100% orange juice
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 TBSP reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tsp raw honey
1/2-inch fresh ginger, peeled, finely grated
1/4 cup sesame oil

1. Combine all ingredients EXCEPT the oil in a medium bowl, whisk to blend.

2. Slowly add oil while whisking; mix well

Store any leftover dressing in a covered container in the refrigerator. If dressing thickens when cold, hold at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. In addition to stir-drys this dressing is great on salads and drizzled over grilled chicken, pork or beef!

If you have any questions about this meal and/or the Beachbody programs mentioned above please feel free to email me at maeganblinka@gmail.com I’d love to hear from you!

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Insanity Max: 30 Week 4 Review, Week 5 Meal Plan

January 4, 2015January 5, 20152 Comments

Holy smokes I can’t believe I am wrapping up week 4 today! Halfway through Insanity Max:30 and more than pleased with the results so far! I know my nutrition has not been perfect (darn holidays and lack of self control!) but I will say I’ve been able to stay on track for the most part thanks to Shakeology and those handy dandy 21-day fix portion control containers!

I kicked off Week 4 with a side by side sweat session with my #1.

Oh and I topped out last week’s Cardio Challenge max out time by more than 9 MINUTES-SAY WHAT?!?! I’m crediting a huge portion of that to knowing my hubs was watching me! Even though we are doing different programs (he’s doing Body Beast) I just seemed to have a little extra umph knowing he was right there…Plus I got a little extra sleep overt he weekend since we were still visiting my in laws and the kiddos were bunking out with Gigi and Pap!

I had to veer off my meal plan slightly…with a long travel day and no desire to cook when we got home – we went for big bowls of Shakeology for dinner Monday night – totally hit the spot! I like to blend mine extra thick so I can eat it with a spoon but I still stuck with my 1 yellow (almond milk) 1 red (chocolate Shakeology) and 1 green (fresh spinach) containers from my meal plan and enjoyed every last bite!!! AhMAZING! The nutritional benefits alone are enough to ensure I am drinking my shakeology daily however the convenience aspect is a huge bonus! There’s never an excuse to NOT eat healthy. We always have shakeology and if nothing else, we have water to shake it up and gulp it down! Don’t forget – FOOD IS FUEL!

I had set a goal for myself to improve on my times as this is my last week doing this workout set. I stayed pretty consistent and/or improved all of my max out times slightly but the biggest jump was certainly on Monday’s Cardio Challenge! I even impressed myself!!!

The biggest change I’m seeing is in my CORE – oh yes, even post Christmas goodies – the abs are starting to show and….I like it!!! I still need to be a bit more disciplined in the kitchen but I’m getting there!!!!

I’ll admit…I’m excited to wrap up the first month but I can’t even imagine how Shaun T is going to amp it up for month 2…which in turn makes me a bit nervous!!!

I’ll be switching things up a bit this week for my meal plan now that I have some great new meals to try out! I spent Saturday morning at a combined Beachbody and Wildtree event where I was able to lead a group workout (we went with Cardio Fix from the 21-day Fix – wowza I am sore!!!) and some Shakeology samples for everyone to try and then we prepared 10 freezer meals using Wildtree’s line of organic and gluten free spices, oils and marinades.

I’ve done several of these workshops in the past but this would really interested me as the menu was Veggie Medley and its loaded with vegetables – something I am struggling to get enough of in these winter months!!! It was an awesome way to spend the morning, meeting new people, indulging in some black and white no-bake cookies, making some delicious new dinners, and getting our sweat on! Talk about PRODUCTIVE!

I’m excited to kick off week 5 with a whole new set of workouts! Here’s my meal plan (which is also 21-day fix approved) – for week 5:

Some people ask if I get tired of the same thing every morning for breakfast but honestly – I don’t!! Shakeology is far and away my favorite and healthiest meal of the day! My breakfast and snacks are pretty consistent daily but I know they keep me full and taste good – so how why change it?!?! I do switch up my lunches and dinners but everything else usually remains the same!!! Consistency is key right?!?!

There is a bit of the unknown over the weekend as I will be in Pittsburgh all weekend for our SUPER SATURDAY event (on Friday, lol)! The CEO, Carl Daikeler will be there to honor our top coach, Melanie Mitro, and Autumn Calabrese will be leading a live workout – its going to be nothing short of AMAZING! We have the event Friday night, a team lunch planned for Saturday and another celebration Saturday night…so I’ll be packing my Shakeology and water bottle for sure along with some staple snacks like almonds, apples and some protein bars and do my best to stay on track and HAVE FUN!!!

Tomorrow kicks off my first challenge group of 2015 and I’d love to have you join us! Fill out the application below for a spot!

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January Beachbody Promotions

December 30, 2014Leave a comment

Happy New Year Fit Fam! Beachbody is throwing out some late Christmas gifts or early New Years gifts – however you want to look at it – and they are launching the January Challenge Pack Promotions EARLY!!! So what’s that mean for you??? You can snag up these amazing offers NOW through your team beachbody coach!!! If you don’t already have an account you can CREATE YOUR FREE ACCOUNT with me as your coach so you’re all set to browse and check out the details!!

NEW! INSANITY MAX:30 Kickstart and Shakeology Challenge Pack Promotion –> Savings of $25

This challenge pack combines the new and ever amazing Insanity Max:30 fitness program (which I am currently progressing through week 4) with the 3-day refresh! Whether you’re looking to jump start your new year fitness or wrap up the program with a bang – this combo is a perfect fit! It also includes a 30 day supply of Shakeology HD so you can maximize your nutrition and your fitness for amazing results!!! And if you’re already familiar with the 21-day fix portion control colored containers – you’ll be happy to hear they line up perfectly with the Insanity Max:30 meal plan as well! Talk about an easy transition!!!

21 Day Fix and Shakeology Challenge Pack Promotion: $20 off regular Challenge pack price

This was the first Beachboy program I completed and holds a spot near and dear to my heart!!! I joined a challenge group last February, I followed the nutrition guide, I drank my shakeology every day, I did every 30 minute workout and the results followed!!! I still think of this as the best nutrition guide and complete head to toe weight-shredding and toning workout!

My 21-day fix results – Round 1

21 Day Fix En Espanol and Shakeology Challenge Pack Promotion: Savings of $20 off regular price

Same as above but in Espanol!

3-Day Refresh and Shakeology Challenge Pack Promotion: $20 off regular price*

If you’re thinking “cleanses just aren’t my thing” – think again! This 3-day refresh isn’t like those other cleanses that leave you starving, or only drinking juices all day. You will eat – and you will eat plenty – trust me! You follow a vegan diet for 3 days fueling your body with 1 shakeology, 2 vanilla refresh shakes, 1 fiber sweep and several servings of fruits, veggies and healthy fats to clean your system and leave you feeling, you guessed it REFRESHED!

*Promotion only available in the US

Don’t put it off any longer…your time is now – like RIGHT NOW!

I am kicking off my NEW YEAR, NEW YOU accountability group on January 5th and I’d love to have you join me! You can pick one of these amazing offers above or any other workout program you feel fits your lifestyle! There’s something out there for everyone!!! Find out what happens when you combine the Fitness (workout program) + Nutrition (Shakeology and meal plan guide) with Support (Challenge group) = You will see SUCCESS!!

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Insanity Max: 30 Week 3 Review – Week 4 Meal Plan

December 28, 2014December 28, 2014Leave a comment

Whew – I am happy to say that the best of the holidays are almost behind me! I love the family gatherings and sharing in all the celebrations but my oh my there has been food EVERYWHERE!!! I have enjoyed every last bite but I am ready to gear up and get back fully focused for Week 4 of Insanity Max: 30!

I am also very happy to say, despite the holiday chatter – I didn’t miss a workout and I even scored a few accountability partners along the way! My mama joined me Christmas morning and my hubby and I jammed out together while out of town with our laptops side by side playing our different workouts! Hey – you gotta make it work!!!

I love when my healthy living lifestyle rubs off on others! And with a trip to Texas thrown in this week I was totally banking on an outdoor run with my mother-in-law but mother nature was not on our side 😦

The workout schedule followed a similar layout to weeks 1 and 2 but Tabata Power was replaced with Tabata Strength. So it had a similar concept with going hard for 20 seconds followed by a 10 second jog/break but just as challenging!!! I continue to max out on the push ups series but I will say that I am noticeably getting stronger and even though I max out I am able to take a quick break, or go to the modified for a short bit then I’m right back in it!!!

One question I keep getting is about the max out times…So WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO MAX OUT???

So…when you first press play on the DVD you will go as hard as you can for as long as you can. When your form breaks, when you need to stop and rest or when you have to jump down and start following the modifier – you have maxed out. But you’re not finished! You can pause the workout, take a drink but you get right back to it!!! Sometimes a quick water break is all it takes and I am able to jump right back where I left off and others I take that break and stick with the modifier for a bit – but regardless you still finish the full 30 minutes!!! I hope that helps!

I’m anxious to see how I can improve upon my times as this will be my last week in this phase before moving on to month 2!!!

My week 4 meal plan is similar to prior weeks adjusting for a travel day in the air and on the road for Monday and a few get togethers with friends later in the week! One thing I’ve learned is when you host events – you get to pick the meals!!! Our NYE dinner will be cooked at home, by yours truly, with some filets, risotto and green beans! No need to go out to enjoy a little splurge!!!

(Although this meal plan is titled “Insanity Max:30” it is also 21-day fix approved. The color coded portion control containers correlate to the nutrition guide of the 21-day fix and Insanity Max:30!)

And there you have it friends, week 3 is a wrap, week 4 is planned, and I am mentally gearing up to close out 2015 with a BANG!

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Traveling and Health & Fitness goals DO mix!

December 26, 2014Leave a comment

Whether you’re driving a few hours to Grandma’s house or flying across the country – chances are at some point during the holidays you will travel to see your friends and family. However, just because you’re traveling doesn’t mean you have to lose sight of your health and fitness goals!!!

This topic comes up a lot in my challenge groups as when I’m talking to those who are thinking about getting started on their own health and fitness journey: “I’m traveling this weekend – any tips on how to stay on track” – or – “I travel for work, its too hard to be healthy when I’m not home.” And after sharing my own thoughts, tips and ideas repeatedly I decided to share it all with you here – so you can find some advice and motivation to keep those goals close by and stay focused even when you’re not in your typical routine or living in the ideal situation!

1) EXERCISE – Pack your shoes and your workout clothes – Take your laptop and DVDs and workout in your room.

Chances are you don’t have to travel (far) for work each day and/or you don’t have the typical demands of things at home – so take advantage of the short commute and short(er) to-do list and get a workout in! If the weather is nice get outside! Go for a walk, enjoy the new sites, but most importantly – get moving!!!

Beach vacation outdoor sweat session!

2) STAY HYDRATED – Keep a refillable water bottle with you so you can keep hydrated and not mistake thirst for hunger!!!

One thing I hate to do (and yes, I used the word HATE) is pay for bottled water. It just irks me! But I also like to stay hydrated and I typically drink a gallon of water a day – so how to I adjust when away from home? Travel with a bottle! Most airports now have the refillable water station and a lot of hotels have water in the lobby. Its there – use it!!! You can also pick up a case of water at a drug store for close to the same cost of one bottle in the room. Plus you may get a little arm workout in carrying it back to where you’re staying!

3) FUEL YOUR BODY – Drink your Shakeology for a healthy breakfast to kickstart your day

– OR – if you are staying at a place where healthy breakfast options are available use it for a snack in the morning or afternoon so you don’t find yourself going too long between meals and binging later in the day. Eating every 2.5 – 3 hours is key – every day – so don’t skip meals and make good choices!

4) Invest in a little travel blender

I picked one up at wal-mart. Its the hamilton beach travel blender and runs about $15! Works wonders!!! I prefer blending my Shakeology with spinach and sometimes banana but when we were on vacay in a hotel I just use water and ice from the hotel vending machine! And when I’m really on the run, I just mix with water, shake and roll!

5) Keep healthy snacks with you

Easier said than done right?!?! But seriously – plan out your meals each day! If you have a fridge where you are, your options are endless but you can always pack oatmeal, apples, protein bars and almonds without the need for a fridge! Depending on how long you’re going to be away, consider a trip to a local grocery store and stock up! Don’t let excuses get in your way of your goals!!!

Here are some of my favorite HEALTHY SNACKS.

6) Share your goals with those you’re with

Often times traveling results in more meals out, and more treats lurking around – it just happens! Share your goals with your family and/or co-workers so you don’t have to hide what you’re doing. Be proud that you’re making choices to be HEALTHIER and HAPPIER not only for yourself but those you love! Invite them to the store with you or enjoy a morning workout together! Who knows – you just may inspire someone else to make a change too!

Mother daughter sweat session – accountability goes a long way!

If you do anything differently please post below! I love to hear new tips!!!

Maegan Blinka, Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas

Happy Holidays from My Family to Yours!

December 24, 2014Leave a comment

I want to extend a very special thank you to those of you who invested in me, as your coach, to help you reach your health and fitness goals this year. Your support means the world to me! I can’t explain how incredibly thankful I am to have had the opportunity to start beach body coaching!! What started as my own little journey, turned into my family’s journey and slowly impacted all those around me! To be surrounded by so many amazing, inspirational, and positive people cannot be described. New friendships have been made, old friendships strengthened, and lives are being continually changed! That in and of itself is one heck of a christmas gift!!! Its been an incredible year and I feel very blessed to be able to pay it forward!!!

With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, its easy to get caught up in the details. I get it. I do it too! But this year, I encourage you to step back, reflect, be thankful, see the positives, do something you enjoy, have fun and enjoy the JOURNEY!

Happy Holidays – from my family to yours ❤

Here’s to a happy, and very healthy 2015!!!

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Insanity Max: 30 Week 2 Review, Week 3 Prep

December 21, 2014December 23, 2014Leave a comment

Another week down and another week stronger! I know it may sound silly but just two weeks in and I can already see improvements. My max out times are improving and there are moves that I couldn’t do in week 1 that I nailed in week 2. This seems crazy to me!

The workout schedule follows the same from WEEK 1:

Monday: Cardio Challenge

Tuesday/Thursday: Tabata Power

Wednesday: Sweat Intervals

Friday: Friday Fight Round 1

Saturday: Pulse and Abs

Sunday: (much anticipated) REST!!!

Needless to say, I am enjoying this program!!!!

I will admit – although I haven’t missed a workout, I had a few struggles this week with the nutrition department! I’m sure you can relate…A party here, dinner out there and the usual things that come with the week before Christmas! But boy, I can feel the difference! Even though I used my usual tactics like drinking my shakeology before I go and drinking more than my required amount of water, we had our MOMs Club Christmas party where I enjoyed a few too many cookies, we had a late afternoon trip to the mall that resulted in dinner out and a cheesecake shared with my hubby, a girls day lunch at the Olive Garde – THOSE BREADSTICKS!!!! Need I say more?! And I can’t tell you the last time I had nachos but Dave and Busters nailed that loaded platter – and my fingers can feel the increase in salt!!!

So here’s to week 3! I cannot change the week before but I can certainly focus on the week ahead! It will be another challenging one in regards to nutrition but that just means I’m going to need to really focus on the first half of the week and keep my goals on top of my mind through “the most wonderful time of the year!”

So what’s my plan????

Here is my HOLIDAY WEEK GAMEPLAN and my tips for you to help stay on track:

1) MORNING WORKOUTS – I’ll be continuing with my early morning workouts, and yes, even on Christmas morning! Why not? Just because its a holiday doesn’t mean you should sacrifice your own self health!

2) SHAKEOLOGY – I’ll still start EVERY morning off with Shakeology. I know how much it helps my energy and cravings…which will need a little extra control this week! It will go with me when I travel and I’ll keep packets with me so I don’t have any excuse not to eat healthy while we’re “busy” this week! Besides, it tastes like a treat anyway!!!

3) BE OPEN – I’ll share my plan with my family – and all of you! Having others to help keep me accountable always helps me reach my goals!!! Hopefully I’ll even have some company for my workouts!

4) BALANCE – I’ll be doing a little 80/20 with my nutrition. 80% of the time I am going to be SPOT and the other 20% I will enjoy my Christmas favorites!! But that’s it – JUST my favorites. I know there will be lots and lots of goodies all around but they’re not all my favorites. So I’ll pick and choose and enjoy my indulgences. I’ll pack my snacks, especially when traveling, and load up on the veggies every chance I get!

5) WATER – Keep up with my 1 gallon per day! I’ve been drinking about 1 gallon a day for a few weeks now. I fill my Shakeology shaker cup 6 times and I’m there. Keeping my water intake up helps avoid the mistake of thirst for hunger!

6) HAVE FUN! – I will enjoy the holidays. I will enjoy the time iwht my family, I will enjoy the energy I feel when I start my day off right and fuel my body, and I will enjoy those little buckeyes – in a reasonable portion 🙂

7) PACK THE DVDs – I’ll be traveling with my Insanity Max:30 DVDs. I love how portable my home workout programs are but this one is even easier as I don’t even have to worry about any equipment! I just need a little space and I’m all set!

Week 3’s meal plan is certainly a bit different but even with the holiday and travels I’m still planning out! I will not surrender and throw my hands up on the week in its entirety! (This meal plan is also 21-day fix approved in addition to Insanity Max:30 -just a little extra bonus!)

Remember – “A Sunday well spent brings a week of content”

Take a little time today to PLAN!!! I hope you all stay strong and have a VERY MERRY week!

Blue Moon Shakeology

December 18, 2014Leave a comment

There’s something about the sweetness of the fruit mixed with the chocolate shakeology and the consistency from the frozen fruit that makes this combo a huge winner in our house!

WHAT YOU NEED:

*10oz water

*1 scoop chocolate shakeology

*1 cup frozen blueberries

*Lots of ice (about 12 cubes)

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

*Blend in a blender until smooth and you reach the desired consistency!

For all my 21-day fixers and Insanity Max:30 participants:

This would equate to 1 RED and 1 PURPLE for your meal plan!

If you’re like me and looking for ways to add in some greens, you can also toss in a cup of fresh spinach and tack on 1 GREEN as well!!!

Get your first month’s worth of daily, dense nutrition delivered right to your doorstep by clicking HERE.

Not quite sure if you’re ready for a full month – but still want to give it a try? Try the 4-flavor sampler pack! The combinations are endless and sure to leave you satisfied!!!

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Insanity Max: 30 Week 1 Recap, Week 2 Meal Plan

December 14, 2014December 15, 2014Leave a comment

All I can say is thank goodness today is REST DAY!

I am officially 1 week in on Insanity Max:30 and now I can see why Shaun T referred to this program once as “plauteu buster” – its amazing! Don’t get me wrong, its intense and hard and challenging but you can feel while you’re working out how you are using so many different muscle groups. You don’t just squat or just lunge or just hold a plank…you’re combining these moves and maximizing your results!!! My little secret to keep pushing forward:

I’d say the one muscle group I can feel working harder than before is my core – you use your core in so many of the moves and I am already starting to see changes in my body!!! SCORE!!!

So for those of you wondering a bit more about the program…week 1 went a little something like this:

I was a little disappointed in myself on Monday for maxing out almost one minute sooner than when I first tried the Cardio Challenge when my package arrived but I think it was just the extra excitement I had pushing me along the week before. But at the same time – I know I can do better and that is most definitely on my goal list for this week!!!

Tabata Power was twice this week and I was solid on the first part, week on the pushups, great on the core work but struggled on the tricep dips. Needless to say it was easy to identify my weak spot and know where I need to focus and strive to improve!!!

Sweat Intervals did just that – it made me SWEAT!

I’ll admit – I was a bit nervous to try the Friday Fight Round 1. I had heard it was “hard” but then again – this program is far from easy!!! I had to give myself my own little pep talk that morning and focus on how its all mind over matter. I remember reading how your mind quits far before your body – so keep pushing even when you don’t think you can do anymore. I told myself – “when I think I’m done – I’m going to do three more” and that mentality worked! I was exhausted but I maxed out in the 11th minute of this workout – much longer than any of the others. Granted I was really struggling to push myself after I first maxed out and did almost all modified for the remaining time but it really helped me realize – its a game – its MIND OVER MATTER!

Pulse is an optional Saturday (could be a rest) workout and although I when I finished FRIDAY FIGHT I was already set on a rest day Saturday, my body told me the stretch and low impact moves would help me recover. And let me say – it was 20 minutes well spent!!!! Plus I like to stick to my routine every day – not just during the week! I feel accomplished and energized to start my day. And despite getting up earlier than I “have” to – I am more productive and actually feel more energized!!!

And that brings us to today – Sunday – my first rest day of week 1. I am happy with how things went thankful to have the time to reflect and focus on week 2. These workouts are so great but I know you won’t get results without nailing the nutrition. Here’s my week 2 plan***:

***Remember all you 21-day fixers out there – this meal plan would also work for those of you in the first bracket of that nutrition guide – bonus 🙂

I kept a lot of things similar to week 1. I wanted to switch up some of the dinners and lunches, but my Shakeology for breakfast remains consistent. Shakeology is far and away my favorite meal of the day but any time I can get a green in first thing I am happy! So I’m sticking with the “if it isn’t broke don’t fix it” approach and leaving my breakfast the same!

I also continue my daily yogurt bowl for one snack and veggies and eggs for the other. The one thing I knew I would be repeating this week is zucchini pasta! Its become one of my favorite snacks, sides, meals – it does it all!

We have a busy weekend visiting friends one day and traveling to my home town for my Dad’s birthday but I will pack my healthy snacks and do my best to make good choices! Thankful for my 7-day Clean Eating accountability group for the Holidays group kicking off tomorrow…there’s power in numbers!!

And there you have it – week 1 is behind us and week 2 is ready to rock! Here’s to a fantastic week!!!!

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Roasted Brussel Sprouts

December 10, 20141 Comment

Brussel Sprouts – love ’em or hate ’em????

Doesn’t that bright green color just seem so appealing???

In all seriousness I was bound and determined to find a way to “like” Brussel Sprouts. Its no secret that these little veggies are one of the most highly beneficial greens you can eat but the name alone made me cringe. I had never even tried them but the reputation made me steer clear.

Time for my big girl pants!!! I took the easy way out and picked up one of the pre-washed and trimmed bags and it sat. And sat. And sat in my fridge right up to the expiration point at which point I decided wasting money was far worse than failing at cooking these little things so I went for it.

My first attempt was a turkey bacon Brussel Sprouts. In my mind, everything is better with bacon so why not the case with Brussel Sprouts?!

Turkey Bacon Brussel Sprouts

WHAT YOU NEED:

1 pound of brussel sprouts

3-4 slices turkey bacon, chopped

2 teaspoons olive oil

4 gloves garlic

sea salt to taste

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

Preheat oven to 425. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper. Cut Brussel Sprouts in half and put into bowl. Add olive oil, garlic, salt and bacon and mix thoroughly. Spread out onto pan and roast for 25 minutes or until starting to brown, stirring halfway through.

So what did my family think? Well Colt, my one year old who eats everything, spit them out, Aub, my picky 3 year old, wouldn’t even consider trying them, my husband said “better than I expected” and I thought they were pretty good…although I think the bacon helped…a lot! I only did half the bag-so a few days later I decided to take the advice of my cousin and try a brown sugar recipe!!!

Brown Sugar Brussel Sprouts

WHAT YOU NEED:

1 pound of brussel sprouts

2-3 TBS of brown sugar

2 teaspoons olive oil

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

Preheat oven to 425. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper. Cut Brussel Sprouts in half and put into pot of boiling water. Boil for about 5 minutes then add to a mixing bowl. Add olive oil and brown sugar and mix thoroughly. Spread out onto pan and roast for 10-12 minutes or until starting to brown, stirring halfway through.

The verdict? The sweet ones were much preferred by both me and my hubs!!! I am not a huge fan of adding sugar, especially to vegetables, but these were a nice change. I even enjoyed the leftovers as a snack the next day!!! If you give them a try let me know what you think – sweet or salty???