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    MJ & Hungryman » Uncategorized

    Meal Prep Friday 4.17.15

    By Min On April 17, 2015, Updated April 4, 2020

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    In this weekly series, “Meal Prep Friday,” I want to show you how do-able it is to eat healthfully throughout the week with wholesome meals if you put a little effort into planning and prepping in advance. I will share with you my weekly “game plan,” my purchases at the store, and any helpful tricks and tips I’ve learned along the way. Let’s get cookin’! 

    If there's one thing I've realized since I first started this Meal Prep Friday, it's how insanely fast the week flies by! I seriously feel like I worked on my last post just a couple of days ago. I've also discovered how much I enjoy sharing my daily eats with you, and I'm so encouraged by your awesome comments and emails. I shall continue as long as you find this helpful ;).

    OK, enough of this mushy stuff... Let's take a look at what I did this week...
    Meal Prep Friday 4.17.15

    // Total: $58.43

    Meal Prep Friday 4.17 Costco

    Total: $70.04

    As you can see, the grocery bill was A LOT higher than it has been in the previous weeks. That's because of my monthly CostCo visit, not to mention I'm slowly replenishing my rather sad-looking pantry. We go to CostCo mainly for toiletries and other hygiene products that keep us and our house squeaky clean, but, of course, we always manage to pick up some food items along the way. I say "we" bc I hardly ever go there by myself...CostCo = our date. The Hungryman helps me lift all the heavy stuff, and I buy him a slice of pizza. What you see above are the things we love. And yes, I do eat that HUGE tub of Greek yogurt all by myself (still trying to get the Hungryman on board). Just wish they had the 2% one, though (Why? Learn more about fats and why they are important in this post - Stop Labeling Fat as "Good" or "Bad").

    Meal Prep Friday 4.17.15

    Over the weekend: I just prepped all the veggies - washed, chopped, dried, and either roasted (beets, carrots, sweet potatoes) or left raw.

    During the week is when I did the actual cooking. However, it didn't take long to have something on the table since I had prepped everything in advance. I don't know about you, but the majority of the battle is in prepping all the veggies required to make a meal.

    In case you were wondering, here's how I roasted the veggies: I like to vary up my spices to keep things interesting ;). As a general rule, I roast my veggies at 400F for about 25-45 minutes, flipping halfway. I normally use either coconut, avocado or olive oil. This time, I used coconut oil for everything.

    • Sweet potatoes: Seasoned with 1 teaspoon of chili powder and cumin (I knew I wanted to add some to my Southwestern Mason jar salad)
    • Carrots: Seasoned with 1 teaspoon of curry powder and turmeric
    • Beets: Seasoned with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon. Here's my favorite method for roasting them.

    Weekly Eats

    Meal Prep Friday 4.17

    Kale salad with balsamic vinaigrette - Into a bowl went all the prepped veggies along with some cara cara oranges (vitamin C enhances the absorption of iron), sliced avocados, and a runny egg. I enjoyed this salad throughout the week, and it took <5 minutes to put together. This is why I don't like to order salads at restaurants (unless I'm really craving one) - it's SOO easy to make a hearty salad at home for MUCH cheaper.

    Meal Prep Friday 4.17.15

    I had some frozen beef that I had defrosted overnight. Simply grilled it with some oil, salt, and pepper. I made extra so I could enjoy it throughout the week. For this meal, I served it alongside stuffed zucchini boats. The inspiration came from...

    Cabot Creamery Cookbook

    I followed the recipe exactly, minus the addition of ground beef since I was serving it alongside a steak. It was SUPER easy to make and oh so flavorful!

    But then again, I didn't expect anything less - Cabot cheese = one magical ingredient (Disclosure: While I am a member of the Cabot Cheese Creamery Board, I was not compensated for this post and all my opinions are 100% my own).

    If you want to find out for yourself just how magical it is, keep reading ;).

    Southwestern Chicken Fajita Mason Jar Salad-4

    You probably know by now just how much I love Mason jar salads. This week I made a chicken fajita salad that literally took 30 minutes to prepare. The leftovers I had after making 4 jars were begging to be turned into tacos. 

    Salmon and Asparagus in Foil

    One vegetable I did not prep in advance was the asparagus. I normally wash and cook it the day of to retain its crispness. If you're looking for a no-fuss, quick & easy weeknight meal with VERY minimal clean-up, this meal is for you. You can use this "recipe" with any other ingredients you like.

    Salmon and Asparagus in Foil

    Serves 1

    Ingredients:
    1 6oz. salmon fillet (or fish of choice)
    6-8 asparagus stalks, tough ends trimmed
    2 teaspoon olive oil
    1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or any other spices of choice)
    salt and pepper to taste
    1 orange thinly sliced
     
     Directions:

    Preheat oven to 400F. Place asparagus on a sheet of foil, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Rinse the salmon , pat dry, drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil, season with salt, pepper, and spices (I used smoked paprika), and place on top of the asparagus. Top with a slice of orange (or lemon). Wrap up the foil sheet tightly (creating a nice package) and bake for 15-20 minutes. Open up and enjoy! Serve alongside a good carbohydrate to make it a well-balanced meal (e.g. sweet potatoes, whole grains, fruits...)

    Meal Prep Friday @mjandhungryman + @cabotcheese cookbook giveaway! #mealprep

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    Now onto the giveaway! 

    Cabot Creamery Cookbook

    Cabot Creamery Cookbook

    To enter for your chance to win a copy of their recently released cookbook + $25 Cabot gift box with lots of wonderful goodies:

    • Leave a comment below telling me what  your favorite cheesy-licious recipe is (feel free to share a link to your recipe).
    • Extra: Sign up for my weekly newsletter and leave a comment telling me you did so.

    The giveaway ends on Sunday May 3rd at 11:50 CST. It is open to U.S residents only. The winner will be selected randomly (using a random generator) and notified via email. Good luck!

    Update: Congratulations, Anne! 

     Past Posts:

    • Meal Prep Friday - 4.10.15
    • Meal Prep Friday – 3.27.15
    • Meal Prep Friday – National Nutrition Month Edition 
    • How to build the perfect mason jar salad
    • Meal Prep Friday 2.27.15
    • Meal Prep Friday 2.20.15

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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, I’m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    Comments

    1. Annette says

      May 02, 2015 at 9:33 pm

      I am an email subscriber. 🙂

    2. Annette says

      May 02, 2015 at 9:33 pm

      My favorite cheesy recipe is homemade macaroni and cheese. I'm still trying to find one that I want to make again, though.

    3. Anne says

      April 28, 2015 at 3:21 pm

      I did indeed subscribe to your newsletter. Nice to "meet" you, and I look forward to following your blog. Thanks!

    4. Anne says

      April 28, 2015 at 3:19 pm

      My favorite cheesy-licious recipe isn't really a recipe at all, it's just a simple grilled cheese. Nothing fancy, just good bread and good cheese, so the flavors of both can shine through. Delicious!

    5. Sarah @ SnixyKitchen says

      April 26, 2015 at 10:13 pm

      Totally bookmarking this salmon & aspargus in foil recipe for nights when I just can't think of what to eat and don't want to do any dishes (this happens more often than I'd like to admit!). It looks so delicious, my friend!!

    6. Ashley says

      April 23, 2015 at 12:42 pm

      I love homemade mac and cheese

    7. deneen says

      April 23, 2015 at 11:24 am

      Anything with feta cheese is high on my list. One of my favorite summer time treats - a halved juicy tomato topped with feta mixed with a little olive oil & oregano then broiled until golden brown

    8. Vasu Manimaran says

      April 23, 2015 at 5:28 am

      My favorite cheesy dish is the Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Chicken from Skinny Taste (https://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/04/cheesy-jalapeno-popper-baked-stuffed.html)

    9. Paige c says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:51 am

      i love Cabot, I like veggie lasagna or quinoa/Brussels sprots/peppers/mozzarella all together hot and melty

    10. Lauren says

      April 21, 2015 at 7:52 pm

      I like to make homemade macaroni and cheese.

    11. Gail Baskett says

      April 21, 2015 at 9:33 am

      I signed up for your email!
      I'm always looking for new ideas and recipes! Love your Mason jar salads!! Making! Thanks for the tips!

    12. Deb Harris says

      April 20, 2015 at 9:33 am

      I signed up for newsletter.

    13. Deb Harris says

      April 20, 2015 at 9:31 am

      Cabot cheddar is my favorite. My favorite dish is just old fashioned baked macaroni & cheese.

    14. Wendy R. says

      April 20, 2015 at 2:51 am

      I have a pile of zucchini on my counter right now. Zucchini boats would be a good idea to use some! As for cheese, my husband is the cheese lover around here! He just eats it in slices.

    15. Pat says

      April 19, 2015 at 2:59 pm

      My favorite cheesy recipe is pizza.

    16. Kim Henrichs says

      April 19, 2015 at 2:49 pm

      I am an email subscriber!

    17. Kim Henrichs says

      April 19, 2015 at 2:48 pm

      I would say my favorite cheesy recipe is a puff pastry tart with gruyere, asparagus, salt pepper and a little olive oil!

    18. Elissa says

      April 19, 2015 at 2:30 pm

      My favorite cheesy dish right now is mexican quinoa bake covered with melted cheese!

    19. Christina says

      April 18, 2015 at 6:32 pm

      I love a healthy, whole grain macaroni and cheese. I add some cauliflower, and recently discovered a delicious lemon and rosemary recipe.

    20. Alison H. says

      April 18, 2015 at 10:31 am

      I signed up for your weekly email!

    21. Alison H. says

      April 18, 2015 at 10:29 am

      My favorite cheesy dish to cook is Lasagna!

    22. Kari @ bite-sized thoughts says

      April 17, 2015 at 1:09 pm

      Mmm, your seasoned vegetables sound so delicious (as always) 🙂 I really love seeing these posts!

    23. Elizabeth @ Enjoy Every Bite says

      April 17, 2015 at 12:44 pm

      All of your meals look absolutely delicious!! Glad my husband and I aren't the only ones who use Costco as a date night 😉 Happy Weekend!

    24. Judith says

      April 17, 2015 at 9:27 am

      I love Cabot cheeses! My favorite cheesy dish is sriracha mac & cheese! It's a perfect combination of gooey cheese and spice that is so delicious!

    25. Taryn says

      April 17, 2015 at 9:10 am

      Hmm... honestly, tortilla pizzas are my favorite cheesey recipe, just because they're so dang easy! Plop some tomato sauce on a whole grain wrap, sprinkle with a bit of cheese and spinach, and cook on the stovetop until the cheese melts. To be honest, I've made this in a microwave as well and I have dinner in 60 seconds. I think I need a cookbook for more sophisticated ideas!

    26. Dietitian Jess says

      April 17, 2015 at 7:15 am

      I love seeing what other people buy at the grocery store (and how much they spend, haha). Cabot cheeses are fantastic- my favorite cheesy recipe is probably anything involving pasta! Have a great weekend 🙂

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