2019 Week 9 Menu

2019 Week 9 – The menu for the coming week! @MyTrainerMelissa @FoothillsWellnessCenter Monday 
Breakfast – Mason Jar Breakfast Scrambles (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Snack – Cinnamon/Vanilla protein balls (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Lunch – Italian Mason Jar Salad (make ahead on Sunday) Dinner – Crockpot Asian Pork Chops Tuesday Breakfast – Mason Jar…

2019 Week 8 Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Ingredients 4 bone in skin on chicken thighs (medium sized) 2 teaspoons olive oil salt and pepper to taste 1 small yellow onion , finely chopped 1 1/2 cups of short grain rice 3 1/2 cups of chicken broth 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets 1 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese chopped parsley for garnish (optional)…

2019 Week 8 Crockpot Ranch Chicken

Ingredients  2 lbs boneless chicken 3 T. ghee 4 oz. cream cheese 1 packet organic ranch dressing mix Instructions  To make ahead combine all ingredients in a ziploc bag and freeze.  Day of place ziploc bag or all ingredients in the crockpot. Cook on keep warm all day.  Enjoy with steamed broccoli or brown rice. 

2019 Week 8 Crockpot Chicken and Sausage

Ingredients  1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts 12 ounces smoked Andouille chicken sausage, cut into small rounds 1 cup chopped onions 2 cloves minced garlic 1 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1/2 cup tomato sauce 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning 1/4 teaspoon cayenne Instructions To…

2019 Week 8 Turmeric-Ginger Chicken

INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon turmeric 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground coriander  1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves or 1 1/2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken thighs DIRECTIONS For marinade, in a small bowl whisk together the first eight ingredients (through salt)….

2019 Week 8 Apple Walnut Mason Jar Salad

Ingredients (makes 2 mason jar salads)  Juice of 1 lemon Water 1 large tart apple (i.e. Granny Smith), cored and diced 4 tablespoons honey mustard salad dressing 4 oz grilled chicken or hard boiled egg 1/2 cup diced red onion 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese 1/2 cup toasted walnuts 1/3 cup dried cranberries 4-6 cups…

2019 Week 8 Maca Protein Balls

Ingredients  1/4 cup almond butter 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 1/4 cup Maca  10-15 drops liquid stevia 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 scoop No Whey – pea protein powder  1 pinch salt Instructions  Place all ingredients in the food processor and mix. Add 1 tsp. of water if needed to combine ingredients.  Roll into balls.  Enjoy! 

2019 Week 8 Mason Jar Breakfast Scrambles

Ingredients  2 eggs  1/2 cup mix ins (i.e. uncured turkey bacon, cheese, veggies or chicken) salt and ground black pepper to taste  Directions  Lightly coat a pint jar.  Add eggs, mix ins, salt and pepper.   Cover with lid and chill overnight.  When ready to eat shake jar and microwave for 2 minutes or until…

2019 Tiramisu Cake Recipe

Ingredients Cake 6 large eggs 1 cup coconut sugar 1 cup all-purpose gluten free baking flour 1 tbsp arrowroot 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup double shot, espresso    Frosting 4 + 1/2 cups mascarpone 2  cups powdered swerve  6-10 drops vanilla liquid stevia 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, espresso preferred 1+1/2 cups coconut cream unsweetened cocoa…

2019 Week 8 Menu

2019 Week 8 – The menu for the coming week! @MyTrainerMelissa @FoothillsWellnessCenter Monday 
Breakfast – Mason Jar Breakfast Scrambles (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Snack – Matcha protein balls (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Lunch – Apple/Walnut Mason Jar Salad (make ahead on Sunday) Dinner – Crockpot Chicken and Sausage Tuesday Breakfast – Mason Jar…

2019 Week 7 Trash Can Nachos

Ingredients  Pre-made pico de gallo  FOR BEEF 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. ground beef 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. paprika 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 tsp. Hot Sauce FOR CHEESE SAUCE 2 tbsp. ghee 2 tbsp. gluten free flour 2 c. whole milk 1/2 tsp. Hot Sauce 2 c. shredded cheddar Kosher…

2019 Week 7 Snappy Chicken Stir-fry

INGREDIENTS 1 6 ounce package frozen pea pods 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup orange juice 2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons arrowroot 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil DIRECTIONS  Let pea pods stand at room temperature to partially thaw. Meanwhile, cut chicken into 1-inch pieces. In a small bowl stir together the orange juice,…