Weekly Eating Plan, 3rd of August

Orange, Lemon, Kale, Fennel, Tandoori, Haloumi and Beets - just a few of my favourite things. But that Raw Chocolate, Orange Slice is seriously something else.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Kumara
Spring Onion
Avocado
Mesclun
Ginger
Garlic
Kale
Shallot
Lemon
Rocket Lettuce
Red Beets with Greens
Carrots
Zucchinis
Oregano
Red Onions
Tomatoes
Parsley
Mint
Rosemary
Coriander
Broccoli
Red Chillis
Apples
Fennel Bulb

Meat:
Whole Chicken
4 Fish Fillets (Snapper, John Dory or Gurnard)
500gr Lamb Mince
12 Chicken Pieces
5 - 6 Chicken Thighs

Deli:
Feta
Aioli
Eggs
Haloumi
Whole Egg Mayo
Greek Yoghurt

Pre-packed:
Coconut Oil
Paprika
Cumin
Rice Flour
Quinoa
Chilli Powder
Honey
Wholegrain Mustard
Sicilian Olives
Gluten Free Burger Buns
Arborio
Vegetable Stock
Cinnamon
Ground Coriander
Fennel Seeds

Canned:
Coconut Cream

Misc:
White Wine
Garam Marsala

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Almonds
Dates
Chia Seeds
Sunflower Seeds
Oats
Coconut Oil
Cacao
Cashews
Orange Essentials
Orange
Salt Flakes
Cacao
Cacao Nibs
Honey
Butter
Vanilla
Egg
Baking Soda
Almond Meal
Dark Chocolate
Quinoa Flakes
Almond Milk
Cinnamon
Rice Malt Syrup
Banana
Turmeric
Cinnamon
Ginger
Honey
Ginger
Black Tea
Black Pepper
Salt
Clove
Star Annise

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Raw Chocolate Orange Slice

http://thebubbalinokitchen.com/2015/07/raw-choc-orange-slice/

Chocolate Dipped Oat Coconut Cookies

http://bonniedelicious.com/home/2014/2/17/chocolate-dipped-oat-coconut-cookies
BREAKFAST PLAN
Quinoa Porridge

https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/spiced-quinoa-porridge/

Turmeric Chai Thick Shake

http://kenkokitchen.com/blog/2014/5/4/turmeric-chai-thickshake
DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Kumara, Quinoa and Kale Fritters

Prep/Cook time:45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.bepure.co.nz/learn/view/8
Tips and tricks:

Tuesday: Snapper w Roast Zucchini Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/28492/snapper+with+olive+dressing+roasted+zucchini+salad?ref=,
Tips and tricks:

Wednesday: Lemon and Fennel Baked Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 90mins
Serves: 4-5
Lunch Leftovers: In a salad or wrap
View Recipe: http://www.nest-direct.com/nest-blog_427
Tips and tricks: Serve with a basic salad.

Thursday: Tandoori Chicken w Broccoli 

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: In a wrap
View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/chicken-recipes/tandoori-chicken/#41BDXTc0LIT1TCMJ.97
Tips and tricks: Marinade the meat the night before for full flavour!

Friday:Delicious Lamb Burger

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: These burger patties are good with everything.
View Recipe: http://chelseawinter.co.nz/lamb-burger/
Tips and tricks:

Saturday:Red Beet Risotto w Garlic Sauteed Greens

Prep/Cook time: 2 hours
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/red-beet-risotto-with-garlic-sauteed-greens/
Tips and tricks: You could swap the arborio for barley, buckwheat or brown rice

Sunday: Honey Mustard Roast Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 2 hours
Serves: 4 - 5
Lunch Leftovers: In a salad or wrap, or just as is.
View Recipe: http://www.sarcasticcooking.com/2012/11/04/honey-mustard-roast-chicken/
Tips and tricks:

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Weekly Eating Plan 27 July 2015

Introducing a few great recipes from some new chefs including Be Warren from BePure, Dale Pinnock the Medicinal Chef and Pete Evans from the Paleo Way.  Oh and a super delicious chocolate fudge recipe.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Dill
Parsley
Mint
Basil
Spring Onion
Lemons
2 Punnets of Cherry Tomatoes
Sage
Garlic
Avocado
Mesclun
Cucumber
Pumpkin
3 Kumara (straight ones if possible)
Red Chilli
Lime
Coriander
Iceberg Lettuce
Carrot
Bean Sprout
Shitake Mushrooms
Ginger
Shallots

Meat:
Salmon Fillet
500gr Beef Mince
3 Gourmet Sausages
600gr Chicken Mince
Bacon
2 Chicken Breasts
4 Gurnard Fillets

Deli:
Egg
Gluten Free Bread
Tasty Cheese/Parmesan

Pre-packed:
Flaked Almonds
Coconut Oil
Almond Meal
Nutmeg
Chilli Powder
Ground Flax Seed
Rice Flour
Paprika
Cumin
Mixed Herbs
Ground Cloves
All spice
Honey
Tomato Paste
Dijon Mustard
Sesame Seeds
Water Chestnuts
Fish Sauce
Soy Sauce
Pine Nuts

Canned:
Tomatoes

Misc:
Vegetable Starter Culture

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Walnuts
Dates
Cacao Powder
Coffee
Vanilla
Coconut Chocolate Butter
Cacao Nibs
Banana
Coconut Water
Coconut Milk
Honey
Chia Seeds
Mint Leaves
Puffed Brown Rice
Puffed Quinoa
Coconut
Rice Flakes
Linseeds
Pumpkin Seeds
Sunflower Seeds
Rice Malt Syrup
Tahini
Honey
Cinnamon
Ginger
Pecans

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Chocolate Espresso Fudge

http://begoodorganics.com/blogs/subscriber-only-recipes/17810524-chocolate-espresso-fudge-brownie

BREAKFAST PLAN
Be Pure Chocolate Smoothie

http://www.bepure.co.nz/learn/view/16

Ginger and Date Crunch Granola

http://kenkokitchen.com/blog/2014/7/22/gluten-free-granola


DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Pumpkin Gnocci

Prep/Cook time: 40 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://www.dalepinnock.com/portfolio-posts/natashas-pumpkin-gnocci/
Tips and tricks: Cook the pumpkin the night before and leave in the fridge over night.

Tuesday: Paleo Hot Dog w Kumara Bun

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://www.goodfood.com.au/good-food/cook/pete-evans-paleo-hot-dog-with-a-sweet-potato-bun-20141118-3klpe.html
Tips and tricks: Roast the Kumara the night before so that you don't have to do it on the night.

Wednesday: Chicken San Choy Bau

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://www.zieglerandbrown.com.au/recipes/pete-evans-recipes/chicken-san-choy-bau
Tips and tricks:

Thursday: Baked Fish with Ginger Tomatoes and Pine Nuts

Prep/Cook time: 20 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/baked-pollock-with-ginger-tomatoes-pine-nuts/
Tips and tricks:

Friday:Savoury Nice Blocks

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves:
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://realfoodgeneration.co.nz/2014/10/30/savoury-nice-blocks/
Tips and tricks: Marinade the meat the night before to lock in the flavours.  Serve these with your favourite dipping sauces.

Saturday: Chicken Cordon Bleu

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://www.bepure.co.nz/learn/view/13
Tips and tricks:

Sunday: Almond and Dill Stuffed Salmon

Prep/Cook time: 40 mins
Serves: 3 - 5
Lunch Leftovers: Serve in a salad.
View Recipe:  http://kenkokitchen.com/blog/2013/12/26/kenk-for-nourish-magazine-holidays-special-gluten-free-almond-dill-stuffed-salmon
Tips and tricks: Serve with Brocollini and gourmet potatoes

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Weekly Eating Plan 20th of July 2015

A menu that is full of tasty, quick and easy meals is just what this household needs this week.  Just because meals are quick and easy does not have to mean that they are dull and boring.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Mixed Herbs - Tarragon/Parsley/Chervil
Lemons
Savoy Cabbage
Chinese Cabbage
Avocados
Parsley
Coriander
Shallots
Red Onions
Tomatoes
Pomegranate or Dried Cranberries
Mint
Cucumber
Spring Onions
Parsnips
Carrots
Lime Juice
Chillies
Bean Sprouts
Ginger
Celery
Garlic
Caulifower
Buttersquash Pumpkin

Meat:
300gr of Chicken
2  Eye Fillet Steaks
Prawns
400gr of Chicken Thighs
2 Salmon Fillets
1 kg Lamb Shoulder

Deli:
Feta
Eggs
Bacon
Frozen peas

Pre-packed:
Pine Nuts
Honey
Coconut Oil
Coconut Aminos/Soy Sauce
Shrimp Paste
Coconut Sugar
Siracha/Chilli Sauce
Vegetable Stock
Artichokes

Canned:
Brown Lentils
Corn Kernels

Misc:
Fried Shallots
Tamarind Puree
Mirin
Jackfruit in Brine
Kelp Flakes
Wine

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Almond Meal
Carrots
Baking Powder
Cinnamon
Cloves
Nutmeg
Coconut
Eggs
Coconut Cream
Coconut Oil
Walnuts
Pumpkin Seeds
Butter
Coconut Sugar
Lime Juice
Sunflower Seeds
Chia Seeds
Brazil Nuts
Almonds
Hemp Seeds
Superfood Bee Polen
Rice Malt Syrup
Cacao
Dates
Oats
Almond Milk
Vanilla
Apple
Honey
Yoghurt
Matcha Powder
Blueberries
Raspberries
Apple Cider Vinegar
Banana
Avocado
Almond Butter
Psyllium Husks

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Mini Toasted Coconut, Lime and Carrot Cakes

https://rapidreset.co.nz/2014417mini-toasted-coconut-lime-carrot-cakes/

Super Good Chocolate Bliss Balls

https://kenkokitchen.squarespace.com/blog/2013/10/8/superfood-super-good-chocolate-bliss-balls

BREAKFAST PLAN
Simple Overnight Bircher

https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/simple-overnight-bircher/

Berry Boost Smoothie

http://kenkokitchen.com/blog/?offset=1380236400000

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday:Roasted Carrot Parsnip and Lentil Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://eatwellnz.co.nz/roasted-carrot-parsnip-lentil-salad/
Tips and tricks:

Tuesday: Creamy Chicken Avocado Salad

Prep/Cook time: 20mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: https://www.thepaleoway.com/recipe-preview-ng/101/?id=101
Tips and tricks: If you get time in the weekend cook up some extra chicken so that you can just add to your salad on the night.

Wednesday: Mexican Salsa Steak Salad

Prep/Cook time:
Serves:
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/mexican-salsa-steak-salad/
Tips and tricks: This recipe is for a serving for one, so in the grocery list I have added meat for two.

Thursday: Salmon w Pea Puree Roasted Butternut 

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers: Highly unlikely that there will be leftovers with this one!
View Recipe: http://www.dalepinnock.com/portfolio-posts/salmon-pea-puree-roasted-butternut-squash/
Tips and tricks: This recipe is for one serving, however I have included enough ingredients for 2 people

Friday:Nasi Goreng

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.mindfood.com/recipe/nasi-goreng/
Tips and tricks:

Saturday: Korean Style Pulled Jackfruit Pork Tacos

Prep/Cook time: 2 - 3 hours
Serves: 4 -5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://kenkokitchen.com/blog/2014/6/14/korean-style-pulled-jackfruit-pork-tacos
Tips and tricks:

Sunday: Slow Roasted Harissa Lamb Shoulder w Sauteed Artichoke

Prep/Cook time: 3 hours 40
Serves: 4 -6
Lunch Leftovers:In a wrap.
View Recipe: https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/slow-roasted-harissa-lamb-shoulder-with-sauteed-artichokes/
Tips and tricks:

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Weekly Eating Plan: 14th of July

One of my all time childhood favs is Scotched Eggs I could have them every week! I love this Jaime Oliver recipe, its a bit of an upgrade from the trusty Edmonds cook book.  The banana loaf recipe is is so delicious - I hope it lasts the week in my house.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Lemons
Parsley
Mint
Garlic
Large Eggplant
Onion
Cabbage
Ginger
Swede
Thyme
Bay Leaves
Carrot
Chives
Rosemary
Fennel Bulb
2 Apples
Kumara
Brocolli
Coriander
Zuchinni
Mung Beans
Spring Onions
Red Peppers

Meat:
400gr Chicken
4 Lamb Shanks
800gr of Sausage Meat
4 Pork Chops
4 Chicken Breasts

Deli:
30 Eggs
Parmesan
Butter
150gr Blue Cheese

Pre-packed:
Almond Meal
Oregano
Cinnamon
Cumin
Ginger
Turmeric
Paprika
Ground Coriander
Cayenne Pepper
Chilli Powder
Panko Breadcrumbs
Chilli Flakes
Beef Stock
Barley
Tomato Paste
Mustard
Apple Cider Vinegar
Coconut Cream
Soy Sauce
Honey
Fish Sauce

Misc:
Coconut Sugar
Coconut Nectar

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Bananas
Eggs
Honey
Butter
Vanilla
Coconut Flour
Coconut Oil
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
Chopped Nuts
Coconut
Rolled Oats
Apple
Blueberries
Almond Milk
Dates
Almonds
Cashews
Brazil Nuts
Cacao

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Choco Nut Bliss Balls

https://rapidreset.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/tumblr_inline_moqahyOqK71qz4rgp1-1320x564.jpg

BREAKFAST PLAN
Banana Bread

http://www.juliaandlibby.com/2013/06/04/coconut-banana-bread/

Bircher Muesli

https://rapidreset.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/bircher-copy-1320x564.jpg

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Egg Plant Polpettine

Prep/Cook time:45 Mins
Serves: 4 - 5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/eggplant-polpettine
Tips and tricks:

Tuesday: Scotch Eggs

Prep/Cook time:
Serves:
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/eggs-recipes/proper-scotch-eggs-with-lovely-scottish-cheese-and-pickle/#g7FuskhbHWXIqSWC.97
Tips and tricks:

Wednesday: Gluten Free Pad Thai

Prep/Cook time: 1 hour marinading time, 45 mins Cooking Time
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: https://rapidreset.co.nz/2014224wa91lae5zsgerpa0kmipxz41gvuk3k/
Tips and tricks:

Thursday: Brocooli Blue Cheese Frittata

Prep/Cook time:
Serves:
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe:http://www.dish.co.nz/media/VERSIONS/VERSIONS/images/dish_-_broccoli_blue_cheese_frittata_edited-1_big_article-hero__2x.jpeg
Tips and tricks:

Friday: Paleo Mexican Chicken Bites

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: https://rapidreset.co.nz/20141016paleo-mexican-chicken-bites/
Tips and tricks: Serve within a wrap or with a rocket salad

Saturday: Moroccan Lamb Shank and Barley Soup

Prep/Cook time: 2 hours 30 mins
Serves: 4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/moroccan-lamb-shank-and-barley-soup
Tips and tricks:

Sunday:Cider Dijon Pork Chops w Roast Kumara Chips and Apples

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe:http://www.epicurious.com/images/recipesmenus/2013/2013_april/51163600.jpg
Tips and tricks:

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Weekly Eating Plan 6th of July

At this time of year I am always really conscious around keeping those winter bugs away.  So this weeks menu is full of berries and green veggies.  Stay warm & take care. Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST

Fruit and Vege:
350 - 450gr of Brussels Sprouts
600 grams of Spinach
Red Onion
Garlic
Ginger
Spring Onions
Corinader
Carrots
Courgettes
1 kg Golden Kumara
Parsley
Rosemary
Green Beans
Swede
Green Chilli

Meat:
4 Pork Chops
450grams of Chicken/Turkey Mince
1 - 1.5kg of Lamb Shoulder
500gr Mince of your Choice
800gr of Chicken Thighs

Deli:
Parmesan/Pecorino
Butter
Basil Pesto
Mozarella
Frozen Peas
Tasty Cheese
Cream
Wraps
Cured Ham/Salami/Proscuitto/Pancetta/Bacon

Pre-packed:
Walnuts
Orecchiette Pasta
Chicken Stock
Beef Stock
Chilli Powder
Passata (Keep 2 T for Sunday nights meals)
Minced Chilli
Fish Sauce
Sesame Oil
Anchovies
Capers
Oregano
Mustard
Jalepeno
Gluten Free Flour
Soy Sauce
Worchester Sauce
Tomato Paste
Ground Turmeric
Ground Cloves
Ground Cumin

Canned:
 4 Tinned Toms

Misc:
Coconut Aminos

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Greek yoghurt
Mixed Berries
Almonds
Oats/Granola/Whole Grain Cereal
Almond Meal
Coconut
Baking Powder
Psyllium Husk
Maca (Optional)
Protein Powder
Eggs
Coconut Oil
Vanilla
Lemon
Cinnamon
Mixed Nuts
Chia Seeds
Bananas
Honey
Butter
Coconut Flour
Baking Soda

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Blueberry Almond Bars

https://rapidreset.co.nz/2014923breakfast-bars/

BREAKFAST PLAN
Berry Yoghurt Stack

http://www.sheilakealey.com/2014/04/28/mixed-berry-yogurt-breakfast/

Banana Coconut Bread

http://www.juliaandlibby.com/2013/06/04/coconut-banana-bread/


DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Orecchiette w Brown Butter Brussel Sprouts and Walnuts

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves:3
Lunch Leftovers: Double the recipe if you are wanting left overs for lunch.
View Recipe: http://www.alexandracooks.com/2013/10/07/orecchiette-with-brown-butter-brussels-sprouts-walnuts/
Tips and tricks: Gluten Free pasta would be a great option if that suits you better.  Try adding around 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of nutmeg to the butter it brings out such a delicious flavour!

Tuesday: Florentine Pork Chops

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves:4
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/florentine-pork-chops
Tips and tricks:

Wednesday: Thai Meatballs

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://lexiscleankitchen.com/2015/03/09/thai-meatballs/
Tips and tricks:

Thursday:Chicken Saagwala

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/chicken-saagwala/
Tips and tricks: You can make the sauce in advance too.

Friday: Quesadillas

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: Recipe is based on one person so you can make as many as you need.
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.nigella.com/recipes/view/quesadillas-26
Tips and tricks:

Saturday: Mince and Cheese Kumara Top Pies

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/mince-cheese-kuamara-top-pies/
Tips and tricks:

Sunday: Lamb Puttanesca

Prep/Cook time: 3 hours (slow cooking)
Serves: 4- 5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://chelseawinter.co.nz/lamb-puttanesca/
Tips and tricks:

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