Weekly Eating Plan - 4th of April

Lots of superfoods in this weeks eating plan - Spinach, Beetroot, Lemon, Cacao and Ginger!

View and print your weekly shopping list here:
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Monday: Roast Beetroot, Goats Cheese and Walnut Salad

Prep/Cook time: 1 hour
Serves: 4
View Recipe: http://thecookspyjamas.com/roasted-beetroot-goats-cheese-walnut-salad/
Tips and tricks: Roast your beets the day before if you can to save yourself some time on the night. If you need to bulk this meal up you could add a serve of meat to it too!

Tuesday: Israeli Chopped Chicken Salad

Prep/Cook time: 30mins

Serves: 4

View Recipe: http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/food-wine/cuisine/75156134/recipe-israeli-chopped-chicken-salad

Wednesday: Vegetarian Pine Mushroom and Bean Salad

Prep/Cook time: 25 mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://wholesome-cook.com/2015/05/24/vegetarian-pine-mushroom-minced-pork-and-beans/
Tips and Tricks: If you have vegetables that you need to use up, you could add them to the mushrooms. It will be fine to use any mushrooms that you can get your hands on.

Thursday: Herbed Chicken Thighs on Zucchini Noodles

Prep/Cook time: 30mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is or throw over a salad.

View Recipe: http://www.rangitikeichicken.co.nz/shop/Featured/Herbed+Chicken+Thighs+on+Raw+Zucchini+Noodles%3Fsku=01400.html

Friday: Chicken Saagwala

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is

View Recipe: https://nadialim.com/recipe/chicken-saagwala/

Tips and Tricks: You don't have to serve this dish with with rice, it is delicious on its own.

Saturday: Baked Fish w Olives and Tomato Sauce

Prep/Cook time: 1 hour

Serves:4

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/fish-recipes/baked-white-fish-with-olives-and-a-simple-tomato-sauce/#uqvqe03B8LsJxlye.97

Sunday: Butterflied Roast Chicken w Lemon

Prep/Cook time: 1 hour

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is or in a wrap or salad.

View Recipe: http://www.delicious.com.au/recipes/flat-roast-chicken-lemon-herbs/3cc739c5-1b4e-4cc1-a715-50ca85ba3dd5
Tips and tricks: Serve with some great seasonal greens!

MORNINGS

Peanut Butter and Cinnamon Smoothie

http://www.spoonforkbacon.com/2015/05/chocolate-peanut-butter-cinnamon-smoothie/

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Spiced Ginger Lemon Raw Energy Balls

http://bonniedelicious.com/home/2014/11/9/spiced-ginger-lemon-vanilla-bean-raw-energy-balls

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Weekly Eating Plan: 28th of March

I like great food but when great food is made by great, brave and creative people I love it!!! This weeks menu features Lucky Tacos - these are the best Tacos around, are super fun to make too and a huge crowd pleaser.  Bon Appetit.xx

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Monday: Roast Beetroot Salad

Prep/Cook time: 2 hours

Serves: 6-8

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/vegetables-recipes/roasted-beetroot-red-onion-watercress-salad/#zosW2ORKCC9hvIdQ.97
Tips and Tricks: You can roast the beetroot ahead of time or you could use tinned beetroot.

Tuesday: Miso Glazed Fish w Soba Noodles

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://wholesome-cook.com/2011/02/24/miso-glazed-fish-with-organic-soba-noodles-and-asian-greens/

Wednesday: Zucchini Lasagne

Prep/Cook time: 60mins

Serves: 6

Lunch Leftovers: As is

View Recipe: http://www.ohsweetbasil.com/zucchini-lasagna-recipe.html

Thursday: Naked Beef Burgers w Beetroot and Carrot Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 4-5

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: https://nadialim.com/recipe/naked-beef-burgers-with-beetroot-and-carrot-salad-and-chunky-chips/

Friday: Good For You KFC

Prep/Cook time: 60 mins

Serves: 4-5

Lunch Leftovers: 

View Recipe: http://tvnz.co.nz/the-food-truck/ep-8-mike-s-13-herbs-and-spices-chicken-4184710

Saturday: Lucky Tacos

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is

ViewRecipe: https://www.facebook.com/theluckytaconz/photos/a.335660296515226.78002.335354949879094/977988318949084/?type=3&theater

Lucky Taco Stockists: http://theluckytaco.co.nz/2015/06/lucky-taco-products-stockists/

Sunday: Roast Pork Belly

Prep/Cook time: 3 hours

Serves: 6

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/pork-recipes/pork-belly-roast/#lA0DbSIjJALKXfzf.97

MORNINGS

Bounty Smoothie

http://rawberryfields.co.uk/2016/03/bounty-smoothie/

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS
Sugar Free Salted Peanut Butter Fudge

https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/sugar-free-salted-peanut-butter-fudge/

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Delicious Easter Treats - Refined Sugar Free

I have found some delicious Easter treats for your friends and family this Easter weekend.  Most of them are refined sugar free which I think is pretty cool.  I have made some little notes to help you along the way too.xx

Sugar Free Easter Eggs

View Recipe: https://iquitsugar.com/diy-sugar-free-chocolates-easter/

Sugar Free Hot Cross Buns

View Recipe: https://www.ocado.com/webshop/recipe/sugar-free-hot-cross-buns/58422

Peanut Butter Easter Eggs

NB: I think it would be safe to substitute the confectioners sugar/icing sugar with coconut sugar.  Go easy on the amount it is purely added for taste and you may not actually need much if any at all.

View Recipe: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/18357/peanut-butter-easter-eggs/

Healthy Home Made Cream Eggs

NB:For the chocolate covering you could use Whittakers Ghana 72% Chocolate melted with a little coconut Oil.

View Recipe: http://healthyindulgences.net/2009/04/healthy-homemade-creme-eggs-move-over-cadbury/

Coconut Butter Easter Bunnies

View Recipe: http://www.sugarfreemom.com/recipes/no-bake-coconut-butter-easter-bunnies-no-sugar-added-dairy-gluten-free/

Sugar-Free Marshmallows

NB: It maybe a little tricky but I think that you could melt Whittakers Ghana 72% Chocolate into an egg shape mould, pop the marshmallow in and then cover again in chocolate!

View Recipe: http://dessertswithbenefits.com/healthy-homemade-sugar-free-marshmallows/

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Weekly Eating Plan: 21st of March

I hope that you enjoy the meals that I have selected along with the many tips and ticks to make things a little easier for you.  Bon Appetit.xx

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https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fbZTzjNzXtYcvOuI2U9CA-qxZfXLRlHFOZhvCPwA8dA/edit?usp=sharing

Monday: Courgette Haloumi Basil Fritters

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is.
View Recipe:https://nadialim.com/recipe/courgette-haloumi-basil-fritters/
Tips and tricks: This is a great recipe for kids and to store in the freezer too.

Tuesday: Spice Crusted Chicken with Asian Slaw

Prep/Cook time: 30mins

Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/2256636/spicecrusted-chicken-with-asian-slaw

Tips and tricks: I love using my veggies that are on the edge, this recipe is going to be great for this!

Wednesday: Herb Roasted Salmon Barley Salad

Prep/Cook time: 50mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.womansday.com/food-recipes/food-drinks/recipes/a11346/herb-roasted-salmon-barley-salad-recipe-wdy0912/
I LOVE SALMON AND BARLEY!!!!

Thursday: Spinach Meatballs w Tomato and Beans

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is

View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/chicken-and-spinach-meatballs-tomato-and-beans

Tips and Tricks:  You can prep the meatballs the night before to make it a little easier on the night.

Friday: Good For You Fish and Chips

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is

View Recipe: http://wholesome-cook.com/2011/10/11/day-11-healthy-fish-fingers-and-ovenbaked-chips/

Tips and Tricks: You can make the chips well in advance and freeze them if you want to make things a little easier.

Saturday: Spiced Chicken Skewers w Coconut Chutney

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins, 2 hours marinading time.

Serves:4 - 5

Lunch Leftovers: I love the chicken over baby cos lettuce

View Recipe: http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/food-wine/cuisine/73639777/Recipe-Spiced-chicken-skewers-with-coconut-chutney
Tips and Tricks: The recipe makes a lot of chutney - it is amazing with fish!

Sunday: Lemon Pineapple Herb Roasted Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 3 hours

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: In a wrap or in a salad.

View Recipe: http://wholesome-cook.com/2015/11/10/lemon-pineapple-herb-roasted-chicken-legs/

Tips and tricks: You could use any cut of chicken that you have - Drums, thighs, breast or butterflied!

MORNINGS

Peanut Butter Cup Smothie

http://nuzest.com.au/recipes/peanut-butter-cup-smootie/

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Raspberry Bliss Balls

http://www.mrsorganised.com.au/2015/01/29/raspberry-bliss-balls/

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Weekly Eating Plan: 14th of March

I don't know about you but I am trying to squeeze in as many lovely summer flavours as possible at the moment! I hope that you enjoy next weeks menu which is full of delicious salads and fruit galore. Bon appetit.xx

View and print your weekly shopping list here:
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Monday: Saffron Roasted Cauliflower with Olive Salsa

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves:2-3
View Recipe: http://kitcheninthesand.blogspot.co.nz/2015/06/saffron-roasted-cauliflower-with-olives_2.html
Tips and tricks:You could make the Olive Salsa the night before to make things a little easier on you.

Tuesday: Warm Balsamic and Lamb Salad

Prep/Cook time: 60mins

Serves: 4
Lunch: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/1205/warm+balsamic+lamb+salad

Wednesday: Soft Fish Tacos with Mango Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 4-5

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: https://www.myfoodbag.co.nz/recipes/details/1774-soft-fish-tacos-with-mango-salad

Thursday: Chicken Quinoa Superbowl with Chimichurri Dressing

Prep/Cook time: 30-45mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://www.lifestylefood.com.au/recipes/25066/chicken-and-quinoa-superbowl-with-chimichurri-dressing

Friday: Lemon Spiced Chicken w Corn and a Pumpkin Hash

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 4-5

Lunch Leftovers: As is 

View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/lemon-spiced-chicken-corn-pumpkin-hash/

Saturday: Pulled Leg of Lamb with Savoy Cabbage, Capers and Beurre Noisette

Prep/Cook time: 6 hours marinading time and 2-3 hours cooking and prep time.

Serves: 4 - 6

Lunch Leftovers:As is

View Recipe: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/bay-of-plenty-times/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=1503349&objectid=11189724

Tips and Tricks: This is a little complicated this recipe but it is meant to be well worth it!

Sunday: Lime and Sweet Chilli Fish Parcels

Prep/Cook time: 30mins

Serves: 4

View Recipe: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/8153/lime+and+sweet+chilli+fish+parcels
Tips and tricks: You could use a different fish if you wanted to, but you may want to cook it a little less.

MORNINGS

Kaffir Lime Coconut Chia Pudding with Summer Berries

http://wholesome-cook.com/2015/10/29/kaffir-lime-coconut-chia-pudding-with-berries/

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Apricot and Coconut Oat Slice

http://nadialim.com/recipe/apricot-and-coconut-oat-slice/

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Weekly Eating Plan: 7th of March

The change of season hasn't quite influenced our weekly menu just yet!  Next weeks eating plan is still full of lots of lovely summer flavours.  Bon appetit.xx


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Monday: Kale, Pea and Ricotta Fritters

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 4
View Recipe:http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=11535307

Tuesday: Beef Bavette w Tomato Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins

Serves: 4-6

View Recipe: http://wholesome-cook.com/2015/09/01/curious-cuts-beef-bavette-with-a-tomato-salad/

Tips and tricks: You could add a very basic leafy salad like rocket and parmesan with this dish.

Wednesday: Roast Beetroot, Haloumi, Pistachio and Pearl Barley Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins on the night, 90 mins to roast the beets prior.

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is

View Recipe: http://lovealwaysanna.com/?p=30
Tips and Tricks:  You could swap the Pearl Barley for whatever works best for you!

Thursday: Spicy Mince and Lettuce Cups

Prep/Cook time: 30mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is  

View Recipe: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/6593/spicy-mince-and-lettuce-cups

Tips and Tricks: You can use pork, chicken or turkey mince for this recipe.

Friday: Nourishing Chicken Nuggets

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins

Serves: 4

Lunch Leftovers: As is.

View Recipe: http://www.movenourishbelieve.com/nourish/nourishing-chicken-nuggets/

Tips and Tricks: You could serve this dish with kumara and beetroot chips to complete the rainbow.

Saturday: Pork and Potato Skillet

Prep/Cook time: 45 - 60mins

Serves: 2 

Lunch Leftovers: As is

View Recipe: http://www.thegraciouspantry.com/clean-eating-pork-potato-skillet/
Tips and Tricks: We will be adding a leafy green salad with this dish and you may need to adapt the recipe based on how many people you are catering for.

Sunday: One Tray Bake Roast Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 60mins

Serves: 6

Lunch Leftovers: Serve cold for lunch the next day - YUM!

View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/chicken-recipes/one-tray-bake/

MORNINGS

Orange and Vanilla Granola

http://freshandhappy.com/2015/05/orange-vanilla-granola.html

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Raw Peanut Butter Biscuits

http://minimalistbaker.com/raw-peanut-butter-patties/

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