FOOD PREP SUNDAYS

On Sundays, We Prep.

Simple as that.  

For all of my adult life so far, I've been a "prepper."  Sure, co-workers used to poke fun at the size of my lunch box, but I never went hungry when I couldn't get out of the classroom for lunch, and always had a back up plan for those last-minute, after school meetings. 

Now, you would think with staying at home, I would let prep go by the wayside, but what I've learned is that -- if you fail to plan, you are planning to fail (Benjamin Franklin)... especially with a toddler (and random pregnancy cravings)!

No, my prep isn't as in-depth as it used to be, but there are still some things I prep every week, and that includes breakfasts and lunches for Frank, at least 5-7 different dinner ideas, and a shopping list!

Last week, when I shared this photo (below) of what I had prepared, I received lots of questions as to what was inside those little containers!  So, I thought I'd share!

Savory Turkey and Sweet Potato Hash
{recipe from the Country Heat Meal Plan}:
(makes 4 servings, about 3/4 cup each!)

Ingredients

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 lb raw, ground 93% lean turkey breast
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme 
• Sea salt and ground black pepper (to taste, optional)

How To

1. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion, bell pepper, and sweet potatoes; cook, stirring frequently, for 8-10 minutes, or until onion is translucent and sweet potato is tender-crisp.
3. Add turkey; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until turkey is cooked through and sweet potato is soft.
4. Add garlic and thyme.  Season with salt (if desired) and pepper (if desired); cook, stirring frequently for 1 minute.

​**Note: I made the Savory Turkey and Sweet Potato Hash for dinner on Friday night.  Thinking ahead, I doubled the recipe so that I could use the leftovers for the following week's breakfasts!

On Sunday morning, I took the leftover Savory Turkey and Sweet Potato Hash and placed it in the skillet over medium-high heat.  I then added 15 (beaten) eggs to the skillet on top of the leftovers and cooked for about 7-8 minutes, until the eggs were cooked through.

I then separated the mixture into 5 equal servings and refrigerated for breakfasts throughout the week!!  Easy as pie (and just as tasty!).

Now, a few questions and a fun opportunity for YOU!

Do you want to start some NEW healthy habits with the start of a new school year??

Are you looking for quick, healthy meal ideas and kid-friendly recipes for even the pickiest of eaters?

If you said "yes" to any of the above, then this FREE 5 day nutrition challenge is for you! 

It will take a little preparation and planning on your part, but I'm here for you every step of the way!

How to join this challenge:

---> Step 1 is to "like" my page - Amanda Guld - Babies and Barbells, so that you can be guaranteed to see all posts and updates from me. You can access my page by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaRGuld

---> Step 2 is to request access to the private group via the link that will be provided in this event page on Thursday, August 25th (but you must like my page from Step 1 above to be able to see the link when it is posted)

Here's how it will work:

By Saturday, August 27th, I will post a meal plan and shopping list in the group page (which you will have access to after liking my page). Each morning, starting Monday, August 29th ((COMMENT)) on the post of the day to let me know what new recipe(s) you tried! 

I also recommend you keep a tracking sheet of the new meals you try and what you eat throughout the week!

Why would I want you to keep track of your progress?
1) Because I want you to succeed. I'm here to be your daily accountability partner!
2) There will be a prize awarded to the top posters at the end of the challenge!

Lastly, I am not a personal trainer or nutritionist! Yes, I have been coaching for almost 2 years and I have helped many people transform their lives through education on fitness and nutrition, but you should LISTEN TO YOUR BODY! 

Feel free to message me for alternatives to any of the recipes!

---> Again, the only way to be granted access to our CLOSED group is by the following steps:

1) "Like" AMANDA GULD - BABIES AND BARBELLS 

2) Join the private group once the link is posted on Thursday, August 25th!

​See you there!!! :-)