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Getting Started With Meal Prep

A sample 1 week meal plan with grocery list and links to purchase all items.

Feeding the Whole Family with Scalable Macros

What are Scalable Macros For many of us, meal planning cannot happen in a vacuum. I have a wife and children, and they do not always want to eat exactly like me. So the options are to prepare a special dinner for myself or have some ideas in the bag that are easy to adaptContinue reading “Feeding the Whole Family with Scalable Macros”

Turkey Tacos

This is a simple recipe that is easy to scale and to modify. It comes out to about $1.10 per serving with the base recipe. If you can, skip the pre-packaged taco seasoning and season it yourself. This will let you control the amount of sodium going into the recipe. You can also substitute steak,Continue reading “Turkey Tacos”

The Skinny on Coconut Aminos

What Are Coconut Aminos Coconut Aminos are a liquid sauce similar to soy sauce. They are made from fermented coconut tree sap and sea salt. They can be used on their own or combined with other ingredients to make numerous familiar sauces that can liven up your meal plan for the week. They have aContinue reading “The Skinny on Coconut Aminos”

High Protein Oatmeal

Intro This high protein oatmeal recipe makes a hearty complete breakfast in a single bowl. It is easily prepared on the fly, or in advance for folks doing meal prepping. The oats can easily be scaled up or down to fit macro requirements. With Old Fashioned Oats, always use double the liquid to the amountContinue reading “High Protein Oatmeal”

Ramen Pad Thai

1 Packet of Ramen Noodles 10 oz raw chicken thighs 2 TBSP Peanut Butter 2 TBSP Low Sodium Teriyaki or Soy Sauce 1 Cup Stir Fry Vegetables A Splash of Milk Use a deep non stick skillet and add cubed chicken, and 2 cups of water. Bring water to a boil and let the chickenContinue reading “Ramen Pad Thai”

Quick Turkey Sausage

This recipe is a great healthy addition to breakfasts. Make it a pound at a time and eat it for the week. Separate patties with freezer paper and store in a freezer bag. 1 Lb Ground Turkey 1 TBSP Ground Sage 1 TBSP Garlic Powder Salt and Pepper to Taste Optional: Cayenne or Crushed RedContinue reading “Quick Turkey Sausage”

Holiday Eating

The holidays can be a tough time not only to stick to a meal plan, but also to stick to a budget. Remember to prioritize protein on your plate first, then non starchy vegetables, next starchy vegetables, and finally breads. There is no need to deny yourself any holiday foods, just remember the hierarchy andContinue reading “Holiday Eating”