Weekly Eating Plan: 21st of December

With an abundance of amazing green veggies and fresh delicious berries, how could I not seek out recipes full of these summer goodies.  Bon Appetit.xx

View and print your weekly shopping list here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Uhx4By-K03sIJ8k5xMMKU3dQlfgOXA4OFW3MtPm6u54/edit?usp=sharing

Meatless Monday: Baked Sweet Potatoes with Hummus and Kale

Prep/Cook time: 1 hour
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: https://www.donnahay.com.au/recipes/fast-weeknights/baked-sweet-potatoes-with-hummus-and-kale
Tips and tricks: If you are not a fan of hummus you could substitute it for tzitziki or full fat egg based mayo.

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Weekly Eating Plan: 14th of December

It may be a little wet over the weekend but I am sure that the brownies in this weeks eating plan will make up for it.  Bon Appetit.xx

View and print your weekly shopping list here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B94yFWTuuVVETNAKk9C7rtfHx0EJDCRvS0w2eyBY8f0/edit?usp=sharing

Meatless Monday: Quinoa Salad with Slow Roasted Tomatoes and Asparagus

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://eatwellnz.co.nz/spring-quinoa-salad/

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Summer Goodie Ice-Blocks

With summer on the cards and the festive season fast approaching, summer sweat treats have been heavily on my mind!  With a husband that seriously loves a good ice-block I have given myself the challenge of creating some ice blocks that are good for us.  One of the special wee buttons I know made my day when she asked her mummy for my recipe for the Yogo Berry Ice-Blocks I made for her and her wee friends last summer.  Here are some scrummy recipes for your 'Summer Goodie Ice Blocks'. Bon Appetit. xx

Summer Goodie Ice Blocks:
Creamy Raspberry Coconut Ice Cream

http://eatwellnz.co.nz/creamy-raspberry-coconut-ice-cream/

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Weekly Eating Plan: 7th of December

You have to love a weekly eating plan full of lots of beautiful seasonal veggies!  Bon Appetit.xx

View and print your weekly shopping list here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sH_INVD60_eTGcwRnOVHMuEGVDm3LPzNtVMKLAIwVv4/edit?usp=sharing

Meatless Monday: Baby Carrot Salad w Roasted Lemon Dressing

Prep/Cook time: 35 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/37678/baby+carrot+salad+with+roasted+lemon+dressing?ref=collections,superfoods

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Weekly Eating Plan: 30th of November

Our hands have been full in many many ways over the last week.  So here is one of my favourite summer eating plans from earlier this year.  Bon appetit.xx

Shopping List: 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-wlRdGQhpF89YP9IbfLiwCXN9lg6VDpW1herAIfD6JM/edit?usp=sharing


SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Coconut Macaroons

View Recipe: http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Coconut-Macaroons-Two-Ways-575812?columns=2&position=48%2F52
Tips and Tricks:  I am going to do half vanilla and half cacao - yummo!

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Weekly Eating Plan: 23rd of November

There are lots of new recipes to keep you on your toes this week!  I am intrigued by the spinach and Feta Parcels and as always can not wait to give the sweat treats a try too.  Bon Appetit.xx

View and print your weekly shopping list here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b9icuLkHGm5D2oo39DKi3KSmZR59p8rUsgMFH-3kYho/edit?usp=sharing

Meatless Monday: Low Carb Spinach and Feta Parcels

Prep/Cook time: 40mins
Serves: 4- 5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.ditchthecarbs.com/2015/07/29/low-carb-spinach-and-feta/
Tips and tricks: Great way to use up spinach that is almost on its way out.

Tuesday: Tandoori Lamb w Coconut Rice

Prep/Cook time: 1 hour
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/tandoori-lamb-coconut-rice

Wednesday: Cod Poached in Tomato Sauce with Spinach, Caper and Pine Nuts

Prep/Cook time: 40 mins
Serves: 4
View Recipe: http://thescrumptiouspumpkin.com/2012/11/02/cod-poached-in-tomato-sauce-with-spinach-capers-and-pine-nuts/
Tips and Tricks: Cod can be substituted with another firm white flesh fish.

Thursday: Crispy Pork and Chilli Mince w Green Beans

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: Serve in a wrap or on top of a salad.
View Recipe: https://www.donnahay.com.au/recipes/fast-weeknights/crispy-pork-and-chilli-mince-with-snake-beans

Friday: Citrus Chicken Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://eatwellnz.co.nz/citrus-chicken-salad/
Tips and Tricks: You can marinade the meat overnight to make things easier.

Saturday: Pork Chops w BBQ Peach Sauce

Prep/Cook time: 40mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://paleoleap.com/pork-chops-bbq-peach-sauce/

Sunday: Thai Roast Chicken w Asian Spring Slaw

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 5 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/thai-roast-chicken-asian-spring-slaw/
Tips and tricks:

MORNINGS

PurpleBerry Whizzy

http://realfoodgeneration.co.nz/2014/11/25/purpleberry-whizzy/

Chocolate Health Shake

http://www.claireturnbull.co.nz/chocolate-health-shake/

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie

http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/chocolate-peanut-butter-brownie

Lemon Coconut and Chocolate Raspberry Tarts

http://eatwellnz.co.nz/lemon-coconut-and-chocolate-raspberry-tarts/

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Weekly Eating Plan: 16th of November

We are slowly getting into the groove of the new layout of the blog and we are most certainly getting into the groove of the arrival of summer and the wonderful food that goes along with it.  Enjoy the summer flavours in this weeks eating plan. Bon Appetit.xx

View and print your weekly shopping list here:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w8vgZUlUoiOKqoJYM3qNrhfDQeEEOyJ9XrtRNxSgGY8/edit?usp=sharing 

Meatless Monday: Asparagus Goat Cheese and Herb Frittata 

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins

Serves: 4 - 6

Lunch Leftovers:As is

View Recipe: http://www.marthastewart.com/1050302/frittata-asparagus-goat-cheese-and-herbs

Tips and Tricks:425 Farenheit is 218 Celcius

Tuesday: Lamb, Peach and Feta Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/4980/peach+prosciutto+feta+salad

Tips and tricks: Pan fry your favourite cut of Lamb and serve on top of salad.  We will be leaving the prosciutto out of the salad.

Wednesday: Panfried Fish w Warm Potato and Fennel Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mina

Serves: 4 - 6

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.otagofarmersmarket.org.nz/recipe/575/PANFRIED-FISH-FILLETS-WITH-WARM-POTATO-AND-FENNEL-SALAD

Thursday: Roast Chicken Bacon Meatloaf with Lemon Caper Sauce

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins

Serves: 4 - 6

Lunch Leftovers: I loooooove cold meatloaf for lunch.

View Recipe: http://thebubbalinokitchen.com/2014/03/roasted-chicken-bacon-meatloaf-with-lemon-caper-sauce/

Tips and Tricks: You can serve this with your favourite summer veggies or green salad.

Friday: Aromatic Poached Chicken Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 4 

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/food-wine/cuisine/73477666/recipe-aromatic-poached-chicken-salad

Saturday: Spiced Chicken Skewers with Coconut Chutney

Prep/Cook time: 60mins

Serves:  4 - 6

Lunch Leftovers: I love the chicken and chutney whether it is in a salad or a wrap.

View Recipe: http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/food-wine/cuisine/73639777/recipe-spiced-chicken-skewers-with-coconut-chutney

Tips and Tricks: The chutney can be kept beautifully in a jar in the fridge.

Sunday: Teriyaki Steak w Pickled Lettuce

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins

Serves: 4 

Lunch Leftovers:

View Recipe: http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/food-wine/cuisine/73476956/recipe-teriyaki-steak-with-pickled-lettuce

MORNINGS

Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Cereal

http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2012/09/apple-cinnamon-quinoa-cereal.html

Banana Oat Protein Smoothie

http://dailyburn.com/life/recipes/banana-oat-protein-smoothie/

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Chocolate Loaf

https://www.facebook.com/Healthilinguist/photos/pb.323951281049673.-2207520000.1447402334./557414981036634/?type=3&theater

Raw Chocolate Bars

http://www.rapidreset.co.nz/blogs/the-reset/10826921-raw-chocolate-bars

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Weekly Eating Plan: 9 Nov 2015

I started weekly eating plans to make life a little easier and to guide us to eat the way we wanted to. We are constantly thinking of ways that we can continue to make things easier without jeopardising the food that we eat.....so here it is the new, improved and of course spunkier Han's Food for Thought Blog.  Bon Appetit xx

View and print your weekly shopping list here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16H9q6owHnySqaF41aMiGbSfmqaXwcIVrD2Yha6DCwco/edit?usp=sharing

Meatless Monday: Quinoa Beetroot Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 3- 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://foreverfit.tv/quinoa-zucchini-beetroot-salad/
Tips and tricks: You could double this recipe and take to a BBQ.

Tuesday: Lamb and Eggplant Pitas

Prep/Cook time:1 hour
Serves:4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.annabel-langbein.com/recipes/lamb-and-eggplant-pitas/651/
Tips and tricks: Use any kind of wrap that you like, lettuce leaf, gluten free wrap or a pita.

Wednesday: Aromatic Grilled Chicken Thighs

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.primalpalate.com/paleo-recipe/aromatic-grilled-chicken-thighs/
Tips and Tricks: Make the spice rub in the weekend so that when it comes time to cooking you are really just covering the chicken.

Thursday: Seared Lamb with Almond Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves:4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: https://riceandkai.wordpress.com/2014/01/02/seared-lamb-with-almond-salad/

Friday: Gluten Free Corn Fritters

Prep/Cook time:30 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.annabel-langbein.com/recipes/glutenfree-corn-fritters/970/

Saturday: Rosemary Chicken with Butter Beans

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.petite-kitchen.com/2015/09/baked-rosemary-chicken-with-butter.html

Sunday: Lamb Cutlets w Potato Rosti

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://chelseawinter.co.nz/lamb-cutlets-potato-rosti/
Tips and tricks: Lamb Cutlets can be quite expensive, choose any cut of lamb that you can.

MORNINGS

Recipe Name
Green Smoothie

http://www.popsugar.com.au/fitness/Green-Smoothie-Great-Weight-Loss-30857681

Paleo Granola

http://www.theroastedroot.net/paleo-granola/

Recipe Name

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Lemon Lime Coconut Biscuits

http://rapidfitnessnutrition.tumblr.com/post/55206256344/lemon-lime-coconut-biscuits

Flourless Banana Cinnamon Chocolate Muffins

http://www.mydarlinglemonthyme.com/2014/07/flourless-banana-cinnamon-dark.html

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Weekly Eating Plan: 2 Nov 2015

Oh the weekend - We love you so!  I am looking forward to a Sunday filled with trying out some of these new recipes.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST

Fruit and Vege:
Lemongrass
Chilli
Basil Leaves
Tomatoes
Red Capsicums
Courgettes
Mushrooms
Lemons
Mint Leaves
Flat Leaf Parsley/Coriander
Avocado
Bay Leaves
Fennel
Apples/Pears
Onions
Garlic
Coriander
Watercress
Green Beans
Boiling Potatoes
Mango
Spring Onions
Mint
Limes & Lime Leaves
Ginger

Meat:
600gr Chicken Thighs
2kg Pork Rack
800gr of Lamb
2 Chicken Breasts
500gr of Chicken Mince
2 Chicken Breasts

Deli:
Eggs
Butter

Pre-packed:
Brown Sugar
Turmeric
Soy Sauce
Fish Sauce
Kalamata Olives
Marinated Artichokes
Lebanese Flat Breads
Vegetable Stock
Cashews
Sundried Tomatoes
Fennel Seeds
Walnut Oil
White Wine Vinegar
Dijon Mustard
Ground Almond
Peanuts
Palm Sugar
Fennel Seeds
Star Anise
Cinnamon Sticks
Pulleys Hot Sauce
Coconut Flour
Flax Seeds
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Italian Herbs
Almond Meal

Canned:
Tomato Paste
Coconut Cream

Misc:
Verjuice/White Wine
Shaoxing Wine
Red Wine

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Coconut Flour
Almond Flour/Meal
Coconut
Honey
Baking Soda
Eggs
Coconut Cream
Vanilla
Apple Cider Vinegar
Hazelnuts
Almonds
Coconut Oil
Cacao
Maple Syrup
Almond Butter
Chocolate Chips
Walnuts
Sea Salt
Baking Soda
Coconut Oil
Vanilla
Apricots
Apples
Oranges
Nutmeg
Cinnamon
Honey
Coconut Sugar

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Coconut Oil Chocolate Bark

http://ohsheglows.com/2015/03/18/crazy-good-coconut-oil-chocolate-bark/

Paleo Dark Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies

http://fedandfit.com/2013/01/30/paleo-dark-chocolate-chip-walnut-cookies/

BREAKFAST PLAN
Coconut Paleo Bread

http://foreverfit.tv/coconut-bread-recipe-paleo/

Apple and Apricot Crumble

http://foreverfit.tv/apple-apricot-crumble/

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Vegan Pizza w Tomato Cashew and Avocado Sauce

Prep/Cook time: 45
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/vegan-pizza-tomato-cashew-cream-avocado-herb-sauce/

Tuesday: Paleo Chicken Parmesan

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://fedandfit.com/2013/02/13/paleo-chicken-parmesan/

Wednesday: Shredded Chicken and Coconut Mango Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://www.farrofresh.co.nz/shredded-chicken-and-coconut-mango-salad/

Thursday: Lamb Bean and Potato Salad

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://www.goodfood.com.au/good-food/cook/recipe/lamb-bean-and-potato-salad-with-almond-garlic-sauce-20131031-2wk6z.html

Friday: Paleo Buffalo Chicken Nuggets

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://paleospirit.com/2013/paleo-buffalo-chicken-nuggets/
Tips and tricks: These would be delicious with kumera chips.

Saturday: Lemon Grass Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 45
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/lemongrass-chicken/
Tips and Tricks: You could serve this with cauliflower rice

Sunday: Roast Pork w Fennel Onions and Apples

Prep/Cook time: 2 hours
Serves: 6 -8
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://insidecuisine.com/2010/08/22/annabel-langbeins-roast-pork-with-fennel-onions-and-apples/

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Weekly Eating Plan: 26 Oct 2015

The long weekend is here, the sun was shining when we got home from work and the recipe books are calling my name.  I hope that you get to do a few of your favourite things this weekend.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Lemons
Garlics
Parsley
Collard Greens or Dalmatian Cabbage
Kale
Portobello Mushrooms
Shallot
Chives
Red Onions
Tomatoes
Thymes
Lemon
Avocados
Strawberries
Coriander
Rocket
Grapes
Pumpkin

Meat:
1.2kg Minced Lamb
2.8kg Flank Steak
Prawns
Chorizo
500gr Pork
Bacon
12 Lamb Schnitzel

Deli:
Eggs
Mozarella
Haloumi

Pre-packed:
Chilli Flakes
Pistachios
Mint
Coriander Seeds
Fennel Seeds
Cumin Seeds
Paprika
Apple Cider Vinegar
Vegetable Stock
Pecans
Cumin
Prunes
Marinated Capsicum
Honey
Wholegrain Mustard
Red Wine Vinegar
Quinoa
Dates
Balsamic Vinegar

Canned:
Chick Peas

Misc:
Sherry Vinegar
Bread of your choice

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Millet Flakes
Flaxseeds/Linseeds
Almonds
Apricots/Prunes/Dates
Coconut
Frozen Strawberries
Coconut Milk
Almond Butter
Honey
Coconut Cream
Coconut Oil
Salt
Dates
Sunflower Seeds
Pumpkin Seeds
Almond Flour
Eggs
Butter

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Power Protein Crackers

http://foreverfit.tv/power-protein-crackers/

Salted Honey Coconut Caramel Slice

http://www.petite-kitchen.com/2015/07/salted-honey-coconut-caramel-slice.html



BREAKFAST PLAN
Gluten Free Muesli

http://www.abcnaturopath.com.au/blog.php?poid=115

Strawberry Coconut Almond Smoothie

http://eatdrinkpaleo.com.au/strawberry-coconut-almond-smoothie/

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Avocado Pumpkin Haloumi Quinoa Salad

Prep/Cook time: 50mins
Serves: 4 - 5
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/avocado-pumpkin-haloumi-quinoa-salad/

Tuesday: Lamb and Pistachio Kofte

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4 -5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/lamb-and-pistachio-kofte

Wednesday: Apple Cider Braised Pork

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.petite-kitchen.com/2015/09/apple-cider-braised-pork-with-mushrooms.html

Thursday: Smoky Tomato Prawn and Chorizo Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.sainsburysmagazine.co.uk/blog/item/smoky-tomato-prawn-and-chorizo-salad
Tips and tricks: You can use any kind of bread for this recipe.

Friday: Strawberry, Avocado and Bacon Salad

Prep/Cook time: 20mins
Serves: 1
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://foreverfit.tv/strawberry-avocado-bacon-salad/
Tips and tricks: This recipe is for one so you need to adjust specifically for your numbers.

Saturday: Paleo Beef Roulade

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4 -5
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://paleoporn.net/paleo-beef-roulade/

Sunday: Stuffed BBQ Lamb Rolls

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://chelseawinter.co.nz/sutffed-bbq-rolls/
Tips and tricks: Serve with any of your favourite sides.

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