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Chicken and Veggie Tostadas
Taco Tuesday! I wanted to switch it up tonight and try something different. I had to take a CPR class this evening so I knew a crock-pot recipe was a must. With nursing school starting up in just a few weeks, I have a strong feeling that the crock-pot will be getting some good use again. So after coming back from a 6 day vacation last night and not being able to get to the grocery store yet, I had to work with what was left in the fridge. I had some zucchini, some peppers, and a bag of frozen chicken. Aside from that I had some corn tortillas left…
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Guilt Free Chocolate Shakeology Pie
I’m a sucker for pie. Fruit pies, yum. Creme pies, yum. Sugar laden, loaded with butter, topped with ice cream… yum? Yeah, sometimes you just need pie. So, as a clean eating freak, I was on a mission to create a pie that I can eat and not feel bad about or have to wear sweatpants while eating. Enter Guilt Free Chocolate Shakeology Pie! Heaven!!! Each serving has approximately 240 calories and 12 grams of protein. This is a great post-workout treat too (because who doesn’t like to have pie after a workout!) and can be 21 Day Fix friendly too! And I can secretly do my villain laugh while…
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Zucchini Chips (Fixate Cookbook)
These turned out to be just perfect! And when you can get away with serving your kids “chips” for dinner, it’s a win-win! Keep an eye on these while you’re cooking, if they’re cut too thin they can crisp up quickly. I tried turning the temp up a bit to cook them quicker and they did ok, but cooking low and slow is ideal. Zucchini Chips Ingredients: 2 large zucchini, sliced thinly with mandolin slicer or paring knife (be careful!) 3-4 tsp EVOO Sea salt to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 225*. Slice zucchini thin. Pat dry with paper towel. Drizzle lightly with oil, Bake on parchment lined cookie sheets…
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Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
There comes a moment when I’m putting together a recipe when I pause and close my eyes and imagine how it’s going to taste when it’s complete. Not too often do they come out EXACTLY as my tastebuds had envisioned but this was one of those recipes that did. If I could pick a food to live on for the rest of my life, sweet potatoes might just be it. Punctured with a fork, wrapped in foil, and baked at 400* for 45 minutes and I’m in potato heaven. I love carbs, but I digress. This turkey sloppy joe meat could be served on whole grain rolls as a sandwich,…
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Easy Chicken Burrito Bowls
We had some of THE BEST tacos at Bakersfield while we were in Nashville this past weekend. I mean, wow. Hand made corn tortillas, mahi, braised spare rib, marinated portabella… I was in total heaven. We ate there twice. Then we found Nashville Street Tacos… agghhh! More deliciousness! I couldn’t get enough southwest style fare (yeah, in Nashville, I know). So when we got home I decided I was going to throw in a few similar style southwestern flair dinners for this weeks menu. Last night we did a deconstructed chicken burrito. It was heavenly. One happy husband, and three happy kids. And I had to stop myself from going…
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Beef and Butternut Squash Stew
Ohhhhhhhh the aroma that comes from the kitchen when I make this stew is enough to make the neighbors mouths water! And any meal that’s out of the “norm” that my kids try and actually eat a few bites of is a win. The husband loved it and I knew he would. Meat. Everything in one bowl. No rabbit food. Win! This is hands down one of my favorite 21 Day Fix & Fix Extreme recipes! Ingredients; 1 lb lean (trimmed) beef stew meat 1 medium butternut squash (chopped into 1/2-1″ cubes) 1 cup low sodium beef broth (can use water and 1 tsp low sodium beef bouillon)…
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Southwest Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (vegetarian)
Oh how I love Meatless Monday dinners! For our family it can be a challenge to come up with a healthy, flavorful meat free meal that my husband (a meat and potatoes guy) will eat and enjoy! This was a huge hit the first time I made it, so today after starting another round of 21 Day Fix Extreme I wanted to kick off with a Fix friendly dinner that still felt like a “cheat meal”! These loaded sweet potatoes are excellent for keeping that full feeling afterward without the harsh effects on your waistline! Ingredients: 4 small/medium sweet potatoes 1/2 cup black beans, cooked 1/2 cup…
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Clean Eating Crockpot Fajitas
Ohhhhhhhh do we love fajitas in our house! I’ve tried them every which way but I always come back to the “old faithful” crockpot fajitas. These are super simple, clean, and low carb too! And always leave us full and satisfied! Add caption Ingredients: 3 large chicken breasts, thawed 1 large green pepper, sliced 5-6 sweet mini peppers, sliced 1/4 onion, sliced (optional) 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp cumin 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/4 tsp chipotle chili seasoning Juice of 1 lime Romaine lettuce leaves Lowfat shredded cheese or Plain lowfat Greek yogurt Salsa Cooked brown rice (optional) Instructions: Thaw chicken and place in bottom of sprayed crock…
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Vegetarian Quinoa Black Bean Bites
One of my favorite recipes and perfect for meatless Monday! We try to limit our red meat intake to once/week in this house and try to add a vegetarian day as well. The added protein from the black beans and the quinoa really helps to fill up from these delicious little bites of yumminess! Plus, the kiddos love them, they’re quick, easy, and make for a great lunchbox treat too! Ingredients: 3/4c uncooked quinoa (I use Trader Joe’s organic white quinoa)1 can low sodium black beans3/4c salsa4-5 mini sweet peppers or 1/2 c diced green peppers 3/4 c shredded low-fat cheese1/2c frozen corn3 eggs2tsp garlic powder1tsp cumin1/2c chopped fresh…
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