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8/28/2016 0 Comments

The Meal Prep Bootcamp: FOODCAMP Week 2!

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Congratulations! You have already meal prepped for your first week, and now you have more experience to master your second week of Meal Prepping Foodcamp! Meal prepping is like any sport, the more you practice, the better you get! Keep this in mind when it seems like it is taking you hours to get your lunches together.  It gets easier with every week that you prep. 

Remember, this Foodcamp is designed to kick your gut into shape! For Week 2, I am telling you exactly what to prep/eat for breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner.  Whether you like it or not, you will have to make time to prep food, and eat every 2-3 hours, or you will be banished to that unhappy place (cue scary music)! 

This Sunday, you will grocery shop, and prep your lunches for the week.  There are absolutely no excuses why you shouldn't be feeling as healthy and happy as possible! 

Week 2 (Monday-Friday)

​Make your lunches for the week on Sunday. Prepare mousse and chop veggies ahead of time if needed.  Remember to drink lots of water!
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  • Breakfast:  Protein Smoothie
               Blend ingredients altogether. 
  • 9 oz of liquid (coconut water, water, almond milk or other milk)
  • 1 banana or 1 cup of any fruit
  • 1 heaping scoop protein powder, chocolate or vanilla 
  • Handful of greens (kale, baby spinach, mixed greens, etc.) 
  • 1 tbsp chia or flax seeds
  • 1 tsp cinnamon ​

*For coffee drinkers: Coffee with half-n-half, or almond or coconut milk flavored creamers. 

  • Snack 1 : Protein Oat Mousse or a Lara Bar (find in Target and grocery stores)
 
  • Lunch: Ground Chicken Peanut Thai  Noodles  

  • Snack 2:  1/4-1/2 cup hummus with 1 cup of chopped veggies (carrots, cucumbers, etc.)  

  • Dinner meals: 
Monday: Garlic Bacon- BLT

Tuesday: Artichoke and Roasted Red Pepper Shrimp Scampi

Wednesday: Pizza (Click to read how you can build the best tasting pizza!)

Thursday: Brinner (breakfast for dinner) 
Try making 2 eggs your favorite way with whole grain toast or these Protein-Packed Waffles! Serve with a side salad or lightly saute some spinach or kale in olive oil with salt + ground pepper 

Friday: Grass Fed Beef Sliders (Click to read how you can build a healthy delicious burger!)

                     You got this!

        Always craving food,
                             Jillian ​
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8/24/2016 0 Comments

Protein-Packed Waffles!

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National Waffle day is here!   I never realized just how lovely August 24th was, until I found out waffles are associated with this specific date.  This delicious recipe makes waffles that are...
  • fluffly
  • crispy
  • light
  • filling
  • flavorful

Make these protein-packed babies for breakfast, lunch or dinner! 

Protein-Packed Waffles 
makes 4 delicious Belgium waffles

Ingredients:
  • 2 cups of whole wheat flour or gluten free flour
  • 1  1/2 cup of any milk 
  • 4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp. of vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp. of extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp. of pure maple syrup
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp cinnamon 


1.  Mix dry ingredients together in a large bowl.  Mix wet ingredients together in a separate small bowl.  

2. Add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. With a large whisk or spoon, mix everything together until it forms a smooth batter.  

3. Spray waffle iron with a non-stick cooking spray (coconut oil).  Pour batter into your waffle maker and wait for the perfect waffle to be created.

4. Serve waffles with your favorite toppings! 

​Happy waffling! 

                                   Always craving good food,
                                                            Jillian
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8/19/2016 0 Comments

Do you need a Meal Prep Bootcamp ??

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If you are having difficulties getting back on track with eating healthy and meal prepping, then welcome to MEAL PREP FOODCAMP! 

This Foodcamp is designed to kick your gut into shape! This camp will run for 4 weeks, telling you exactly what to prep/eat for breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner.  Whether you like it or not, you will have to make time to prep food, and eat every 2-3 hours, or you will be banished to an unhappy place (cue scary music)!!  

This Sunday you will grocery shop, and prep your lunches for the week.  There are absolutely no excuses why you shouldn't be feeling as healthy and happy as possible! Remember that when you are feeling unmotivated and tired. 

Week 1 (Monday-Friday)

​Make your lunches for the week on Sunday. Boil eggs and chop veggies ahead of time if needed.  Remember to drink lots of water!
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  • Breakfast: Protein Shake
​Blend together: 9 oz. almond milk, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 banana or 1 cup berries, 1 tbsp natural peanut butter/almond butter, 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder

*For coffee drinkers: Coffee with half-n-half, or almond or coconut milk flavored creamers. 

  • Snack 1 : Mason Jar Berry Yogurt Parfait
1 cup of plain Greek yogurt, 1 cup of berries or chopped fruit, 1/4 cup rolled oats, 2 tsp pumpkin seeds or nuts, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 -2 tsp honey

  • Lunch: Orange Ginger Chicken Stir Fry 

  • Snack 2:  Egg Veggie Bowl
Mix altogether: 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped,  1 cup of raw veggies (cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, etc.), 1 tbsp hummus, salt and pepper to taste

  • Dinner meals: 
Monday: Tortilla Pizza 
Tuesday: Chicken Chorizo Enchilada Casserole
Wednesday: Leftovers from last night
Thursday: Chicken Sausage Broccoli Pasta
Friday: Brinner (breakfast for dinner) 
Try a Bacon Bacon Frittata or Maple Oat Waffles!

                     You got this!

        Always craving food,
                             Jillian 
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8/19/2016 0 Comments

Orange Ginger Ground Chicken Stir Fry

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let's jazz up some ground chicken! 

I am always looking for new delicious ways to flavor ground chicken.  This combination of orange juice and ginger makes the chicken have a zesty Asian flavor that you can't get stop eating!

This recipe can be used for lunch or dinner!  I used this recipe when meal prepping my lunches for my first week back to school, and it was SUCH A HEALTHY TREAT!  This meal kept my taste buds happy and my stomach feeling satisfied.  

This recipe can be modified if needed. Instead of using the vegetables in the recipe { red pepper, peas, and broccoli }, you can totally choose your favorite veggies instead. 

I like leaving the broccoli and peppers raw because it gives this dish a much needed CRUNCH :).  Plus, the warm saucy chicken will cook the veggies just a tad right before eating. 

Alrighty, let's get goin' with some orange ginger chicken deliciousness! 
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organce ginger ground chicken stir-fry 
makes about 6-7 servings

INGREDIENTS:
  • 2 lbs ground chicken
  • 1 red pepper, chopped
  • 1 head of broccoli, chopped
  • 1 bag of frozen peas, cooked
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 cup dry quinoa 
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, sliced into thin strips

ORANGE GINGER SAUCE
  • 1 medium orange, juice and zested (makes about 3/4 c.)
  • 1/4 c. coconut aminos or low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • sea salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1-2 tsp red pepper flakes, for spiciness

1.  Cook quinoa according to package directions.

2.  In a large pan, cook ground chicken on medium heat.  Break the chicken into tiny pieces as it is cooking. 

3.  While chicken is cooking, prepare the Orange Ginger Sauce.  Mix all ingredients into a medium-size bowl together.

4.  Once chicken has finished cooking, add sauce into the pan.  Stir carefully and let mixture simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes. 

5.  Serve this flavorful chicken on top of quinoa and some chopped raw veggies.   Sprinkle with sesame seeds and basil strips. 

Enjoy!

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          Always craving good food,
                          Jillian 
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8/12/2016 0 Comments

Delicious + Filling! Protein Oat Mousse with Banana

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This protein-filled snack or meal is not only delicious, but it will keep you feeling fuller longer. Enjoy this creamy bowl for a fueling breakfast or as a snack around that dreaded 3:00 hour leading up to dinner time.  Personalize your mousse with your favorite fruit and some nuts too! 

Protein Oat Mousse with Banana

Ingredients:
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup plain almond milk
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 banana, chopped

1.  In a medium size bowl, mix everything together until blended, except for the banana. 

2. After mixing thoroughly, add chopped banana, or whatever fruit topping you prefer on top and sprinkle with more cinnamon! 

Enjoy this tasty bowl at home, or pack it to-go in a mason jar.  

           Always craving good food,
                     Jillian 
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