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Egg Cup Recipe Perfect for Meal Prep

stacked baked egg cups and one cut open in the middle

These cute little egg cups are a great go-to for a quick, easy breakfast that’s easy to grab on your way out of the house. I really love being able to prep these ahead of time to enjoy throughout the week. Plus, they are super easy to make; you will love this Egg Cup Recipe!

Ingredients

12 Eggs
8 oz. Cooked Breakfast Meat of your choice, chopped up (sausage, bacon, ham, etc.)
1 T Mrs. Dash Onion and Herb Seasoning (I personally love this one because it is salt-free and it tastes great!)
1/4 t Garlic Powder
1/4 t Black Ground Pepper
2 oz. Green Chilies
1/2 C Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Dash of Salt, if desired

What You’ll Need

12 Cup Muffin Tin
Mixing Bowl
Whisk

Instructions

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Servings: 12 Egg Cups

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 12 cup muffin tin.

2. Cook whatever meat, or other additions, you choose to use. Cut into small pieces.

3. In a bowl, break and beat the eggs with a whisk.

4. Add in the onion seasoning, pepper, garlic, and chilies. Stir in the meat and cheese.

5. Spoon the mixture into the muffin cups, leaving some room at the top.

egg cup ingredients in muffin tin before baking

6. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until a knife inserted in the center of the muffin cups comes out clean.

7. Remove from the oven once they’ve finished cooking and allow to cool for a few minutes. Remove the muffin cups and they are ready to serve or store for a later time.

These are great right away but can also be stored in the refrigerator and popped in the microwave and still taste just as good!

Easy, convenient, and healthy!

Categories: Winter

Holiday Party Survival Guide: Healthy Tips for Holiday Parties

Thanksgiving has passed and now we have all of the Christmas (and Hanukkah) parties ahead of us! If you’re trying to stay on track in your fitness journey or working on losing weight, this time of year can definitely make things difficult. If it’s something that’s important to you though, there are ways to get through it and still stay on track with your goals with these healthy tips for holiday parties.

Healthy Tips for Holiday Parties

1. Drink a LOT of water! Did you know that you are supposed to drink half of your body weight in ounces of water each day? So, if you weigh 140 pounds, that’s 70 ounces of water every day. Are you doing that?! Staying hydrated has so many benefits, including increasing your metabolic rate. It also keeps you feeling full and helps to ward off feeling like you need (or want) an unhealthy snack. I try to drink several ounces of water before heading out to a party and stick to it while I’m there.

2. You usually don’t know what temptations will be at these parties and if you are hungry, you are more likely to give in. Fill yourself up with something healthy before you go! Plan your meals strategically. If I have a party to attend at night, I will eat some egg whites for breakfast instead of my usual shake. I’ll eat a nutritious lunch and then make my shake to have while I’m getting ready and on the way to the party. When I get there, I’m full and less tempted by all of the sweets! I will use my best judgement if I want to have a bite to eat.

3. Try out some fun holiday protein shake recipes! Want to try my favorite? It’s Chocolate Peppermint! One serving of chocolate protein powder mixed with water and a little bit of almond milk, add a splash of pure peppermint extract and some ice to blend. Tip: don’t use too much peppermint! It’s better to start with a little bit and add more if needed. You can even add coffee to make a healthier version of Starbucks’ Peppermint Mocha.

4. Eat something before you leave the house. You’ll be less likely to eat a bunch of sweets if you are full from a healthy meal or snack ahead of time.

5. You can always offer to bring a dish or a snack to the party. By doing this, you have the ability to make it something healthy and you will know there is something for you to eat that fits your meal plan and aligns with your goals.

6. Try to avoid drinking your calories. Most cocktail mixers are full of sugar. If you’re planning to enjoy some alcoholic beverages, opt for something like a vodka soda with fresh squeezed limes.

7. If you do have some extra sweets or just overeat in general, don’t beat yourself up about it. Just be sure that one night doesn’t turn into a whole month of falling off track. Enjoy what you ate and then move on. Jump right back in to your healthy meal plan and don’t give up.

What are some other ways you stay on track with your health and wellness goals with all of the holiday fun?

Categories: Lifestyle, Recipes

Healthy Turkey Chili Recipe

One of my favorite meals when the weather gets cooler is a nice, warm bowl of chili. Have a cozy night in and make this Turkey Chili recipe for dinner! It doesn’t take very long and it’s a healthier version that the whole family will love.

Turkey chili recipe image of chili with toppings in white bowl

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WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

This recipe uses healthier substitutions but it is still full of flavor. Make this turkey chili recipe in about 40 minutes and the whole family is sure to love it.

INGREDIENTS

1 lb. Lean Ground Turkey (the higher the percentage the better, mine was 99% lean)
2 cloves Garlic (I used already diced)
1/2 diced Onion (I bought a package of already diced onion and used 2 tablespoons)
1/2 cup diced Tomatoes or Tomato Sauce if you have people who don’t like tomato chunks (I used no sugar added)
1 tablespoon Tomato Paste (I used no sugar added)
1 can No Salt Added Whole Kernel Corn
1 can Reduced Sodium Black Beans
1 can Reduced Sodium Pinto Beans (or other bean based on your preferences)
1 package of Taco or Chili Seasoning (I used low sodium)
Sliced Jalapenos
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Pink Himalayan Salt or Sea Salt
Ground Pepper
Shredded Cheese
Plain Greek Yogurt

INSTRUCTIONS

Brown the turkey with just a splash of EVOO in a pan. Season with just a bit of pink Himalayan salt or sea salt and some ground pepper. I love my meat chopper to break up the meat while it’s cooking.
As the turkey begins to brown, add in the onion. After a couple of minutes, add in the garlic.
Drain the meat once it’s brown. If you used lean turkey, you shouldn’t have much to drain!
Add the meat to a larger pot. Add in the can of corn (drained) and the beans (I drained most of the liquid, but left about 1/4).
Stir in the tomatoes and tomato sauce along with the chili seasoning.
Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce to low heat and add the lid.
Let simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve with a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt (a substitute for sour cream) and sprinkle a small amount of shredded cheese on top. Add any other toppings you like, such as sliced jalapenos, chopped green onions, etc.

VARIATIONS

If you’re a fan of spicy chili, you can add in some of sliced jalapenos in the cooking process for some extra heat.

You can certainly use traditional beef in this recipe. You could include mushrooms or peppers or change the beans you use. Make it your own; you know what you and your family love!

This chili recipe also pairs well with brown rice for leftovers.

STORAGE

Store any leftovers in a glass container with a lid in your refrigerator. Stays good for 2-3 days.

Turkey chili with toppings in white bowl

Healthy Turkey Chili

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Total Time 40 mins

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb Lean Ground Beef
2 cloves Garlic
1/2 Diced Onion If you use already diced onions, about 2 tablespoons.
1/2 cup Diced Tomatoes You can also use tomato sauce if you do not want pieces of tomato.
1 tablespoon Tomato Paste
1 can No Salt Added Whole Kernel Corn
1 can Reduced Sodium Black Beans
1 can Reduced Sodium Pinto Beans
1 package Taco or Chili Seasoning Mix
Sliced Jalapenos
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Pink Himalayan Salt or Sea Salt
Ground Pepper
Shredded Cheese
Plain Greek Yogurt

Instructions

Brown the turkey with a small bit of extra virgin olive oil in a pan. Season with pink himalayn salt (or sea salt) and ground pepper.
As the turkey begins to brown, add in the diced onion and after a few more minutes, add in the garlic.
Once the meat is browned, drain.
Add the turkey to a large pot.
Add in the can of corn (drained) and the beans (mostly drained).
Stir in the tomatoes (or sauce) and tomato paste.
Add the chili seasoning.
Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce to low heat and cover with a lid.
Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring ocassionally.
Serve with a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt and some shredded cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 19gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 829mgPotassium: 607mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 461IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 4mg

Keyword Chili, Turkey, Turkey Chili

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Categories: Seasonal, Winter

Create Your Holiday Bucket List

It’s no secret that this is my favorite time of the year. I thought it would be fun to put together a Holiday Bucket List to check off during this season. Hopefully this can give you some fun, new ideas!

Use these idea to fill in the month of December with some of these ideas and create some extra special memories with your family and friends. If you love a good visual, print out the checklist image below and put it up on your refrigerator, a bulletin board, or you can even add it to a frame and use a dry erase marker to check items off the list.

holiday bucket list flat lay pink background with pink ornaments and silver star confetti

What is a Holiday Bucket List?

A holiday bucket list is a compilation of items that you put together for yourself or your family to enjoy during the holiday season. Traditions, adventures, things to eat…it’s all up to you to fill up your holiday bucket list with things you love! Need some idea? Keep reading!

Holiday Bucket List Ideas

Visit a Christmas Tree Farm: Just outside of Tallahassee, there is a sweet little Christmas Tree Farm in Havana, Florida. There are rows and rows of trees and it is just so pretty! Take a look and see if there is one near you that you can visit.

Hot Cocoa Bar: This is a lot of fun and always a favorite of ours! Get out all kinds of toppings to make whatever fun hot cocoa creations you can come up with. Here is a blog post to give you some ideas for your own hot cocoa bar.

Christmas Movie Night: Is there really anything better than a Christmas movie full of magic? Cozy up with a blanket and your favorite holiday snack and enjoy your favorite holiday movie.

Decorate the Tree: Add a family night to your calendar to get out all of your decorations and make your Christmas tree shine together.

Make a Holiday Playlist: Here is a Spotify playlist full of some of my favorites you can use to get started!

Drive Around to Look at Christmas Lights: Some people really go all out and we love to drive around different neighborhoods to see the lights. We also love to visit Dorothy B. Oven Park in Tallahassee to see their incredible set up!

Bake Cookies: Does your family have a special cookie recipe for the holidays? Or decorate some sugar cookies with royal icing and sprinkles and enjoy them together!

Christmas Craft Night: Pick a night and come up with a few fun and easy crafts that the whole family can make together.

Build a Gingerbread House: A classic holiday tradition. If you have enough people, you could even turn this into a contest to pick a winner.

Get New Christmas PJs: We love Christmas pjs over here and look for a new pair each year. Perfect for wearing Christmas morning, or all season long.

Donate to a Local Organization: Not everyone in our community is able to enjoy this time of year. Give back in a way that can do good for someone else. Look for toy drives in your area, donate items and you can even volunteer your time to a food bank like Second Harvest, or donate items to a women’s shelter for those that need them.

Pick Out a New Ornament: A wonderful tradition to start, if you haven’t already, is collecting a special new ornament each year. Maybe it’s from a trip you took or something that reminds you of a special memory. These ornaments add special touches to your tree!

Send Christmas Cards: Pick a favorite photo from the year and print some Christmas cards to send to your loved ones. If you’re not looking to print out cards, you could even write a few sweet notes to some family or friends you haven’t been able to see in awhile.

Get Cozy by the Fire: Drink some hot cider, read a good book, or even just take some time to enjoy peace and quiet.

Surprise Someone with a Gift or a Treat: Do something nice for someone. Give a little gift to a neighbor or leave out some snacks and water for your delivery drivers during the busiest time of year.

Kiss Under the Mistletoe: The ultimate romantic holiday tradition.

Holiday Bucket List Checklist

We also include a Disney trip to see the holiday decorations and eat all of the treats on our list!

I would love to hear what items are on your Holiday Bucket List. Please share them in the comments below. I love hearing about new traditions and fun adventures!

Categories: Lifestyle, Recipes

Salted Caramel Shakeology Recipe

I love getting Salted Caramel Lattes at Starbucks during this time of year. Trying to make healthier choices? Try this Salted Caramel Shakeology recipe (or protein shake!) instead of drinking empty calories. The best part is that this will be my healthiest meal of the day…and it tastes so good!

Salted Caramel Shakeology Recipe

1 scoop or packet of Vanilla Shakeology (or another Protein Powder)
6 oz. Water
4 oz. Almond Milk
1 tsp. Caramel Extract
Pinch of Pink Himalayan Salt or Sea Salt
Shake or Blend with Ice

The milk and water amounts can be adjusted to your preferences. Just use more milk and less water if you want your shake to be creamier. The same goes for the salt. I prefer Pink Himalayan Salt, but you can use whatever you have available. Pink Himalayan Salt and Sea Salt are in their purest forms, so those are my go-tos if I use salt at all. Add more if you want a stronger, saltier taste!

Salted Caramel Shakeology Recipe

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Cook Time 5 mins

Total Time 5 mins

Course Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 16 kcal