Weekly Eating Plan: 28 Sep 2015

I always love a favourite recipe but there is something special about trying some thing new.  The main meals on this weeks eating plan are all new additions to the blog.  I am really looking forward to giving these new recipes a whirl.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST

Fruit and Vege:
Tomatoes
Butter Lettuce Leaves
Ice Berg Lettuce
Garlic
Eggplant
Spring Onions
Onions
Mint
Parsley
Red Chilli
Lemon
Ginger
Rosemary
Cilantro
Mangoes
Cauliflower
Dill
Zucchini

Meat:
500gr Beef Mince
1kg of Pork Belly
1 kg Lamb Mince
10 Chicken Drumsticks
Salmon Steaks
6 Chicken Breasts

Deli:
Egg
Feta

Pre-packed:
Pickles
Mixed Spices
Chilli Flakes
Coriander
Cumin
Almond Meal
Brown Sugar
Rice Wine Vinegar
Soy Sauce
Flaked Almonds
White Wine Vinegar
Dijon Mustard
Oregano
Coconut Aminos
Honey
Coconut Milk
Turmeric
Paprika
Coconut Flour
Coconut
Jalepeno
Buckwheat Flour

Misc:
Coconut Oil
Sweet Pickled Vinagrette
Pickle Brine
Achiote Paste

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Sunflower Seeds
Pumpkin Seeds
Coconut
Cinnamon
Coconut oil
Honey
Apricots
Raisins
Mixed Seeds
Goji Berries
Pitted Dates
Cocoa Powder
Spinach
Banana
Lemon
Brazil Nuts
Avocado
Almond Milk/Coconut Water
Almond Flour
Baking Soda
Butter
Ginger
Cloves
Cardamon

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Fabulous Fridge Cakes

http://www.dalepinnock.com/portfolio-posts/fabulous-fridge-cakes/

Ginger Snap Cookies

http://comfybelly.com/2011/12/ginger-snap-cookies-using-almond-flour/#.VgQ2R2AUtE4

BREAKFAST PLAN
Toasted Muesli - Grain and Gluten Free

http://foreverfit.tv/toasted-muesli-grain-free-and-gluten-free/

Super Powered Green Smoothie

http://foreverfit.tv/super-powered-green-smoothie/


DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Zuchinni and Dill Fritters

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://kenkokitchen.com/blog/2014/10/16/mcver-zucchini-dill-fritters
Tips and tricks: I am loving the simplicity of baby cos lettuce at the moment.  Our fritters will be served with baby cos and a drizzle of balsamic.

Tuesday: Roasted Mexican Cauliflower w Tostada Salad

Prep/Cook time:60mins
Serves:6
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://freshandhappy.com/2014/06/cheesy-roasted-cauliflower-steak-tostada-salad.html
Tips and tricks:This dish looks so great that I think that you could have it with out the chicken

Wednesday: Crispy Skin Citrus Salmon

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 2
View Recipe: http://www.abcnaturopath.com.au/blog.php?poid=123
Tips and tricks: Serve with black rice

Thursday: Lettuce Burger Eggplant Chips

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4 -5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/lettuce-burger-eggplant-chips/


Friday:  Crispy Chicken Drumsticks w ginger chilli dressing

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins
Serves: 5
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://foreverfit.tv/crispy-crumbed-chicken-drumsticks-with-ginger-chilli-dressing/
Tips and tricks: For a Friday night this chicken is set for home made kumara chips.

Saturday:  Lamb Meatball and Feta Salad w Sweet Pickle Vinagrette

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 5 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe: http://albrown.co.nz/cook/lamb/meatball-and-feta-salad-w-sweet-pickle-vinagrette


Sunday: Crispy Pork Belly

Prep/Cook time: 3 hours
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://kirbiecravings.com/2014/08/crispy-golden-pork-belly.html

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Weekly Eating Plan: 21 September

Thank you Dish magazine for introducing Chocolate, Ginger and Date cakes to us!  The biggest challenge for this week is going to be to choose whether to stick with the caramel date sauce or to try with runny peanut butter. Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST

Fruit and Vege:

Broccolini
Green Beans
Thyme
Rosemary
Garlic
Onion
Ginger
Apples
Carrot
Parsley
Cherry Tomatoes
Zucchini
Cucumber
Swede
Kumara
Mushrooms

Meat:
4 Lamb Shanks Trimmed
500gr of Beef Mince
Chorizo/Salami
500gr of Beef Mince
6 - 8 Salmon Fillets

Deli:
Eggs
Mozzarella
Peas
Cheese
Milk
Parmesan
Cream
Butter

Pre-packed:
Beef Stock
Gluten Free Flour
Coconut Oil
Chilli Flakes
Coconut Amino/Soy Sauce
Coconut
Red Wine Vinegar
Olives
Mustard
Worcester
Tomato Paste
Rice Wine Vinegar
Sesame Oil
Polenta
Cayenne Pepper
Paprika
Cinnamon
Clove Powder
All Spice
Coriander Seeds
Fenugreek Seeds/Curry Powder
Cardamon Pods
Cumin Seeds

Canned:
Crushed Tomatoes

Misc:
Red Wine
White Miso Paste

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Almond Milk
Cashews
Rolled Oats
Maple Syrup/Honey/Rice Malt Syrup
Chia Seeds
Cinnamon
Blueberries
Coconut Cream
Apple Juice
Coconut Milk
Apple
Pears
Raisins
Bran Flakes
LSA
Nut Butter
Coconut Oil
Cocoa Powder
Vanilla
Ginger
Orange Zest
Eggs
Ground Almonds
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
Nutmeg
Dates
Milk

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Chocolate Ginger and Date Cakes

http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/chocolate-ginger-and-date-cakes-gf

Nut Butter Chocolate Fudge

http://thesugarbreakup.com/2015/09/03/nut-butter-chocolate-fudge-3/#more-6423

BREAKFAST PLAN
Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

http://www.mynewroots.org/site/2015/08/tesss-blueberry-breakfast-mystical-mango-smoothies/

Creamy Coconut Porridge

http://chelseawinter.co.nz/coconut-porridge/

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Polenta w Creamy Thyme Mushrooms

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.fromthekitchen.co.nz/2015/06/mushrooms-with-sherry-garlic-thyme-on.html#.Vfu5MGAUtE4
Tips and tricks: These mushrooms will go great with Raddichio lettuce.

Tuesday: Miso Grilled Salmon

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.annabel-langbein.com/recipes/miso-grilled-salmon/890/
Tips and tricks:You can find miso paste at health food stores or at your local asian supermarket.

Wednesday: Nourish Lamb Shanks

Prep/Cook time: 8-10 hours in the slow cooker.
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.movenourishbelieve.com/nourish/life-changing-lamb-shanks/

Thursday: Greek Zoodle Pasta Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://freshandhappy.com/2014/05/greek-zoodle-pasta-salad.html
Tips and tricks: You can use any kind of chorizo or Salami.  I love Salash - you can find their products here:
http://salash.co.nz/?page_id=48


Friday: Mince Cheese Kumara Top Pies

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves:5
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/mince-cheese-kuamara-top-pies/
Tips and tricks: This recipe suggests to serve this dish with peas and beans, but you could serve it with any of your favourite veggies.

Saturday: Sweet Ginger Meatballs

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves:4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.realfoodpledge.com/?p=107
Tips and tricks: Meatballs can be served in so many different ways - let your imagine go for it.

Sunday: African Spiced Berbere Chicken Thinhs w Roasted Eggplant

Prep/Cook time: Marinade Overnight - 45mins
Serves: 4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe:http://albrown.co.nz/cook/bird/african-spiced-berbere-chicken-thighs-w-roasted-eggplant-coriander-mint-and
Tips and tricks: Absolutely recommend that you marinade the meat the night before.

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Weekly Eating Plan: 14 September

A weekly eating plan full of so many flavours - from the sweet treats to the main meals! Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
2 Cauliflower
Coriander
Spring Onions
Shallots
Garlic
Lemongrass
Limes
Mint Leaves
Red Chilli
Yellow Pepper
Orange Pepper
Red Pepper
Red Onions
Mango
Celery
Cucumber
Thai Basil
Green Onions
Ginger
Lemons
Avocado
Micro Greens
Rocket
Savoy Cabbage
Potatoes
Bay Leaves
Rosemary
Thyme
3 Leeks

Meat:
800gr Chicken Thighs
6-8 Boneless Skinless
500gr of Chicken Thighs
Salmon
1kg Beef Brisket
1.5kg Roast Chicken

Deli:
Greek Yoghurt
Eggs
Horseradish
Butter
Gyurere
500ml of Cream
Milk

Pre-packed:
Peanuts
Fish Sauce
Palm Sugar
Rice Wine
Tandoori
Rice Bran/Avo Oil
Cayenne Pepper
White Pepper
5 Spice
Mirin
Soy Sauce
Sesame Seeds
Tabasco
Worcestershire
Passata
Olives
Plain Flour

Misc:
Potato Starch
Port
Vodka
White Wine

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Almond Milk
Kale
Dates
Hemp Seeds
Cacao Powder
Banana
Avocado
Frozen Strawberries
Coconut Milk
Chia Seeds
Spinach
Almond Flour
Baking Soda
Agave Nectar
Egg
Vanilla
Grapeseed
Allergen
Peanut/Almond Butter

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies

http://simplysugarandglutenfree.com/double-chocolate-peanut-butter-brownies/

BREAKFAST PLAN
Strawberry Coconut Milkshake

http://amygreen.me/strawberry-coconut-milkshake/

Hidden Greens Chocolate Protein Smoothie

http://ohsheglows.com/2015/07/21/hidden-greens-chocolate-protein-smoothie/

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday:Twice Baked Cauliflower Souffle

Prep/Cook time: 60 Mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.fromthekitchen.co.nz/2014/09/twice-baked-cauliflower-souffle.html#.VfM37mAUtE4
Tips and tricks: You can make them the night before!

Tuesday: Sticky Grilled Peanut and Lemongrass Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves:4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers: Add chicken to a salad
View Recipe: http://www.bite.co.nz/recipe/5695/Sticky-grilled-peanut-and-lemongrass-chicken/?frmcol=1185
Tips and Tricks: Serve with cauliflower rice.

Wednesday: Salmon Rocket Avocado Salad

Prep/Cook time: 20 mins
Serves: This recipe is for one, but is super easy to adjust for as many as you like.
Lunch Leftovers:This recipe is for one, but is super easy to adjust for however many.
View Recipe: http://foreverfit.tv/salmon-rocket-avocado-salad-fresh-micro-greens/
Tips and tricks: You can use any kind of salmon for this recipe and if you want to bulk it up a little add any of your favourite vegetables.

Thursday: Tandoori Chicken w Raita

Prep/Cook time: 30mins with 3 hours marinating time
Serves: 4 - 6 hours
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/tandoori-chicken-raita/
Tips and tricks: Marinade the night before

Friday: Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.eatthelove.com/2015/02/taiwanese-popcorn-chicken/

Saturday:  Blood Mary Beef

Prep/Cook time: A long slow cook time of 6 hours
Serves: 8
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/beef-recipes/bloody-mary-beef/#sqSULfShVxSuiHWJ.97

Sunday: Nigella's Italian Roast Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 2 Hours
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://www.nigella.com/recipes/view/italian-roast-chicken-with-peppers-and-olives

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Weekly Eating Plan: 7 of September

Lots of new delicious recipes for you to try in next week's eating plan. Chocolate Biscuits, Breakfast Loaf, Gluten Free Pitas and a Slow Cooked Lamb - Delicious!

Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Lemons
Rocket
Basil Leaves
Red Onions
Cherry Tomatoes
Garlic
Pomegranate Seeds
Mint Leaves
Thyme
Cilantro
3 Medium Kumara
Rosemary
Red Chilli
Zucchini
Eggplant
Red Skin Potatoes
Celery
Avocado

Meat:
200gr of Smoked Salmon
1.2kg of Lamb Shoulder on the bone
4 - 6 Fish Fillets
4 Chicken Breasts
2 Cups of Shredded Chicken

Deli:
Capers or Caper Berries
Mozarella
Anchovies
Hard Cheese or Feta
Butter
Eggs
Gluten Free Bread
Parmesan
Mini Boccocini

Pre-packed:
Horseradish Paste
Egg Based Mayo
Dried Mixed Herbs
Flour
Yeast
Harissa
Red Wine Vinegar
Almonds
Chipotle Peppers
Coconut Oil
Coconut Flour
Chilli Flakes
Baking Soda
Almond Meal
Coconut Milk

Canned:
Tomato Paste
Tomatoes
Black Beans
Corn

Misc:
White Wine
Ras El Hanout or Morrocon Seasoning
Stevia

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Eggs
Coconut Oil
Rice Malt Syrup
Vanilla
Coconut Milk
Coconut Flour
Baking Powder
Blue Berries
Lemon
Lime
Shredded Coconut
Coconut Sugar
Coconut Cream
Almond Butter
Apple Cider Vinegar
Stevia
Cacao Powder
Buckwheat Flour
Baking Soda
Dates
Butter
Brown/Raw/Coconut Sugar
Bananas
Carrot
Walnuts
Wholemeal Flour
Mixed Spice

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Chewy Chocolate Sugar Free, Gluten Free Biscuits

http://simplysugarandglutenfree.com/kristens-chewy-chocolate-cookies/

Lemon Lime and Coconut Biscuits

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

BREAKFAST PLAN
Triple Coconut and Blueberry Muffins

https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/triple-coconut-blueberry-muffins/

Super Bran, Date, Carrot and Banana Breakfast Loaf

http://nadialim.com/recipe/breakfast-date-nut-loaf/


DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Eggplant Zuchinni Bites w Tom Sauce

Prep/Cook time:45 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://kenkokitchen.com/blog/2014/3/24/eggplant-zuchinni-bites-with-tomato-sauce
Tips and tricks: Serve with a leafy cos salad.

Tuesday: Healthy Mexican Sweet Potato Skins

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://pinchofyum.com/healthy-mexican-sweet-potato-skins
Tips and tricks: I am going to swap the sour cream for full fat egg based mayo and I will be swapping the cheese for feta.

Wednesday: Zesty Butter Lemon Snapper

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: In a wrap
View Recipe: http://foreverfit.tv/zesty-butter-lemon-snapper/

Thursday: Lemon Rosemary Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves:
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2011/10/lemon-rosemary-chicken-and-a-winner.html
Tips and tricks: Serve with green beans.

Friday: Gluten Free Chicken Pita Bread

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 1
Lunch Leftovers:Make extras for lunch
View Recipe: http://foreverfit.tv/gluten-free-pita-bread-one/
Tips and tricks: This recipe is for one, but we will make a bunch of them!

Saturday: Smoked Salmon Pizza w Rocket, Caper and Lemon Creme Fraiche

Prep/Cook time: 90mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/smoked-salmon-pizza-rocket-capers-lemon-creme-fraiche/
Tips and tricks: You can make whatever kind of base that suits your diet.

Sunday: Slow cooked lamb shoulder with ras el hanout

Prep/Cook time: 5 hours of slow cooking
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://relishmama-blog.com/slow-cooked-lamb-shoulder-with-ras-el-hanout/
Tips and tricks:If you can not find the ras el hanout, you could substitute with a morocco spice.

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