Weekly Eating Plan: 19 Oct 2015

I love this warmer weather!  For us, it changes how we spend our time, what we eat and how we take care of ourselves - an excellent recipe in my books.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Parsley
Onion
Kale
Thyme
Mint
Chillies
Coriander
Spring Onions
Garlic
Lemons
Tomatoes
Rosemary
Capsicum
Celery
Avocado
Mango (fresh or canned)
Watercress
Stawberries
Baby Spinach

Meat:
1.2 kg Roast Chicken
300gr Fish Fillet
500gr Chicken Thighs
500gr of Chicken Breast/Thighs

Deli:
Prosciutto
Sour Cream
Cream
Eggs
Haloumi
Cheese

Pre-packed:
Brown Mustard Seeds
Gluten Free Puff Pastry
Coconut Sugar
Cumin Seeds
Corriander Seeds
Fennel Seeds
Cayenne Pepper
Smoked Paprika
Gluten Free Bread for Croutons
Chilli Flakes
Stock
Tamari Sauce
Coconut Oil
Coconut
Almond Meal
Coconut Milk
Sesame Seeds
Chopped Tomatoes
Buckwheat Flour
Bread Crumbs
Culley's Hickory Sauce

Canned:
Chick Peas
Lentils

Misc:
1 Can of Beer
Natvia

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Cahews or Almonds
Pumpkin Seeds
Dates
Butter
Ginger
Coconut Oil
Honey
Vanilla
Kale
Yeast
Garlic Powder
Chilli Powder
Onion Powder
Paprika
Salt
Cayenne Pepper
Eggs
Bananas
Coconut Flor
Cinnamon
Coconut Sugar
Maple Syrup
Berries
Flaxseeds
Sunflower Seeds
Pumpkin Seeds
Almond Milk
Quinoa

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Raw Cashew and Ginger Slice

http://www.juliaandlibby.com/2014/08/27/cashew-ginger-slice/

Kale Chips

http://ohsheglows.com/2014/03/12/6-tips-for-flawless-kale-chips-all-dressed-kale-chips-recipe/


BREAKFAST PLAN
Cinnamon Banana Pancakes

http://www.juliaandlibby.com/2014/02/11/cinnamon-banana-pancakes/

Gorgeous Berry Delight

http://foreverfit.tv/gorgeous-berry-delight/


DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Herbed Polpette in Minted Tomato

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.petite-kitchen.com/2015/09/herbed-green-polpette-in-minted-tomato.html


Tuesday: Paleo Coconut Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.juliaandlibby.com/2014/11/06/paleo-coconut-chicken/

Wednesday: Mediterranean Fish & Chickpea Stew

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/mediterranean-fish-chickpea-stew/

Thursday: Sweet Chilli Chicken Skewers

Prep/Cook time: 35mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.liveitdoit.com.au/2015/01/recipe-sweet-chilli-chicken-skewers.html
Tips and tricks: You can add any of your favourite veggies with this dish or serve the chicken on a salad.

Friday: Sesame Crusted Haloumi Strawberry Salad

Prep/Cook time: 10mins
Serves: 2
View Recipe: https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/sesame-crusted-haloumi-strawberry-salad/
Tips and tricks: Double the recipe if you are serving this salad for 4

Saturday: Kale Prosuciutto Blue Cheese Tart

Prep/Cook time: 2 hours
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: https://iquitsugar.com/recipe/kale-prosciutto-blue-cheese-tart/
Tips and tricks: Serve with your favourite salad.

Sunday: Sweet and Spicy Beer Can Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 1 hour 35mins
Serves: 6
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/chicken-recipes/sweet-spicy-beer-can-chicken/#UEwCGHb0U9eK63LA.97

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Weekly Eating Plan: 12 Oct 2015

For me, the love of food is not just about the flavours - it is so much more.  I love the way that it brings people together! This week I have been lucky enough to spend time with my two lovely foodie groups.  A beautiful spring meal with my cuisine girlfriends and a trip to New Plymouth to spend time with our nearest and dearest for a BBQ on the farm.  I hope that you too have wonderful plans to share great food with your loved ones. Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST
Fruit and Vege:
Cherry Tomatoes
Chilli
Cucumber
Cos Lettuce
Limes
Avocados
Mixed Peppers
Coriander
Garlic
Red Onions
Parsley
Spring Onions
Rocket
Lemons
Mango
Mint
Parsley
Dill
Potatoes
Spinach
Asparagus
Peach
Oregano

Meat:
8 Bone in Chicken Thighs skin on
Bacon
2kg Pork Shoulder Roast
500gr of flank steak
4 Pork Chops
6 Fillets Fish

Deli:
Greek Yoghurt
Feta
Apple Juice
Feta
Olives
Orange Juice

Pre-packed:
Corn Tortilla Wraps
Wild Rice
Passata
Cumin Seeds
Paprika
Chipotle
Sumac
Cumin
Lucky Taco Chilli Sauce
Star Anise
Chinese Five Spice
Sesame Oil
Rice Vinegar
Soy Sauce
Hoisen Sauce
Red Wine Vinegar
Pistachios
Pita Breads
Chilli Powder
Barley
Walnuts

Canned:
Black Beans
Chickpeas

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Hazelnuts
Sesame Seeds (hulled)
Dates
Sultanas
Cacao
Ground Vanilla
Coconut Oil
Cacao Nibs
Banana Protein Powder
Coconut Milk
Bananas
Chia Seeds
Berries
Lemon
Mixed Seeds
Coconut

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Ferrero Rocher Choc Hazelnut Truffles

http://begoodorganics.com/blogs/subscriber-only-recipes/12319485-ferrero-rocher-choc-hazelnut-truffles

BREAKFAST PLAN

Banana and Coconut Frappe

http://www.liveitdoit.com.au/2014/10/recipe-isowhey-banana-and-coconut-frappe.html

Coconut Berry Smoothie

http://shemakesmagic.com/coconut-berry-smoothie/


DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday:Peach and Walnut Barley Salad

Prep/Cook time: 40mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.cleaneatingmag.com/recipes/20-minutes-or-less/peach-walnut-barley-salad/
Tips and tricks: This is a great recipe to use up any any old veggies that you have in the fridge or nuts and seeds from the pantry.

Tuesday: Greek Style Fish Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 4
View Recipe: http://chelseawinter.co.nz/greek-style-fish-salad/
Tips and tricks: You can substitute the Sumac with Paprika

Wednesday: Hoisin Pork w Salsa

Prep/Cook time: 30mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/sticky-hoisin-pork-and-salsa/


Thursday: Marinated Flank Steak Salad w Feta and Arugula

Prep/Cook time: 45 mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.kitchenkonfidence.com/2013/09/marinated-flank-steak-salad-with-feta-and-arugula

Friday: Cracklin Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://nomnompaleo.com/post/74180911762/cracklin-chicken
Tips and tricks: Serve with your favourite Friday sides.

Saturday: Veggie Chilli with Crunchy Tortilla Avocado Salad

Prep/Cook time:
Serves:
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe:http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/vegetables-recipes/veggie-chilli-with-crunchy-tortilla-avocado-salad/#ME7PwaMBpyIc3X8X.97
Tips and tricks:

Sunday: Slow Cooker Kalua Pork

Prep/Cook time: 8 hours slow cooked
Serves: 4- 6
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe:http://nomnompaleo.com/post/10031990774/slow-cooker-kalua-pig
Tips and tricks: Pop this in the slow cooker in the morning.

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Weekly Eating Plan: 5 Oct 2015

With a little tease of some lovely sun this week I couldn't help but fill next weeks menu with main meals filled with delicious salads with summer fruits.  Bon Appetit.xx

SHOPPING LIST

• Fruit and Vege:

Coriander
Chilli
Red Onions
Tomatoes
Basil
Asparagus or Brocollini
Limes
Ginger
Garlic
Mint
Spinach Leaves
Lemons
Pumpkin
Celery
Spring Onions
Apricots or Peaches
Roasting Potatoes
Italian Parsley
Mangoes
Oranges

Meat:
500gr of Firm Fish
Pancetta
2 Chicken Breasts
8 - 12 Chicken thighs
300-500gr Scotch Fillet
400gr of Pork Fillet
250gr Smoked Salmon

Deli:
Edamame

Pre-packed:
Lime Juice
Olives
Chilli Sauce (Lucky Taco do a great range)
Soy Sauce
Raw or Coconut Sugar
Peanuts
Coriander Seeds
Turmeric
Fish Sauce
Kaffir Lime Leaves
Chinese Five Spice
Balsamic Vinegar
Sesame Oil
Cranberries/Goji Berries
Barley
Jalapeños
Black Rice

Misc:
Rum

Breakfast, Snacks & Sweet Treats:
Almonds
Coconut
Dried Apricots
Lemons
Cashews
Coconut Nectar
Coconut Oil
Almond Flour
Baking Soda
Cinnamon
Dates
Bananas
Eggs
Apple Cider Vinegars
Carrots
Walnuts or Almonds
Almond Milk
Chia Seeds
Peanut Butter
Vanilla Extract
Pistachios
Sunflower Seeds
White Sesame Seeds
Black Sesame Seeds

SNACKS & SWEET TREATS

Lemon Coconut Apricot Fudge

http://begoodorganics.com/blogs/subscriber-only-recipes/12763989-lemon-coconut-apricot-fudge-slice

Banana Carrot Loaf

http://realfoodgeneration.co.nz/2014/12/18/banana-carrot-loaf/

BREAKFAST PLAN

Peanut Butter Smoothie

http://ohsheglows.com/2012/07/13/peanut-butter-bomb-smoothie-for-two/

Lemon Cinnamon Grain Free Granola

http://www.anjasfood4thought.com/2011/10/lemon-cinnamon-grain-free-granola.html

DINNER PLAN
Meatless Monday: Black Rice Salad w Mango and Peanuts

Prep/Cook time: 60mins
Serves: 6- 8
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/black-rice-salad-with-mango-and-peanuts

Tuesday: Hot Smoked Salmon Salad with 

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.petite-kitchen.com/2015/09/hot-smoked-salmon-salad-with-crispy.html
Tips and tricks:

Wednesday: Pearl Barley, Apricot and Grilled Pork Salad

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 4 - 6
Lunch Leftovers:
View Recipe: http://thebubbalinokitchen.com/2013/04/pearl-barley-fresh-apricot-grilled-pork-salad-with-5-spice-vinaigrette/

Thursday: Thai Beef Salad w Roast Pumpkin and lime

Prep/Cook time: 45mins
Serves: 3
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://nadialim.com/recipe/thai-beef-salad-roast-pumpkin-kaffir-lime-peanuts/
Tips and tricks: You may want to double the recipe to ensure that you have left overs.

Friday: Hawaiian Glazed Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 90mins
Serves:4- 6
Lunch Leftovers:As is
View Recipe: http://chelseawinter.co.nz/hawaiian-glazed-chicken/
Tips and tricks: Serve with your greens.

Saturday: Fish Tacos Pico de Gallo

Prep/Cook time: 30 mins
Serves:4
View Recipe: http://www.dish.co.nz/recipes/fish-tacos-pico-de-gallo

Sunday: Quick Crispy Chicken

Prep/Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves: 2
Lunch Leftovers: As is
View Recipe: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/chicken-recipes/quick-crispy-chicken-with-tomatoes-asparagus/#O0JwKdrhiSCFy0OX.97
Tips and tricks: Double the recipe if you are catering for others and if you are wanting lunch leftovers

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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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