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Rest Day Recipe: Easy Apple Krisp
Easy Apple Krisp
Serving: 8-10
Ingredients:
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats (use certified gluten-free oats if making this recipe GF)
- 1/2 cup almond meal*
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted butter (or coconut oil, if making this recipe vegan)
- 4 apples, cored and diced (about 5-6 cups)
- 2 teaspoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Add oats, almond meal, nuts, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt to a mixing bowl, and toss until combined. Add maple syrup and melted butter (or coconut oil), then toss until combined. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine the apples, lemon juice and remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and toss until combined. Spread the apple mixture evenly into a greased 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch pan, then sprinkle the oat mixture evenly on top of the apples.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is crisp and golden and the apples are soft and cooked through. Serve immediately. (I served mine with ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.)
- Or let the apple crisp cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
*If you can't find almond meal at the store, you can pulse almonds in a food processor until fine to make almond meal. OR, you can substitute in white whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour) in place of the almond meal.
*Recipe by http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/easy-apple-crisp-recipe/
Rest Day Recipe: One Skillet Chicken with Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce
This week's Rest Day Recipe we found on Pinterest! It's orgins...Followerr.net.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- salt and pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ⅓ cup finely diced shallots (or red onions)
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or basil
Instructions:
- Using a mallet, pound down the chicken breasts/thighs into ½ inch thickness. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides of the chicken.
- In a 2 cup measuring cup or a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat the oven to...
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Rest Day Recipes: Turkey Quesadillas
What you Need:
- Pan or Electric Griddle
- (Leftover Thanksgiving) Turkey or Chicken - Cooked & Shredded
- Soft Taco Flour Tortillas
- Butter
- Sliced Onions
- Sliced Red & Green Bell Peppers
- Salt
- Pepper
- Shredded Cheese (optional)
What to do:
- Slice onions and peppers.
- Saute onions and peppers in pan with a little bit of butter on medium heat.
- Once onions and peppers are sauteed add turkey or chicken to onions and peppers to heat up.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Heat additional pan or griddle and place tortillas on surface.
- Add layer of cheese on top of each tortilla (optional).
- Add onion, peppers, and turkey/chicken mixture on top of each tortilla.
- Add another layer of cheese on top of each tortilla (optional).
- Place additional tortilla on top of all ingredients and flip to brown.
- Remove from griddle/pan and slice into wedges.
- ENJOY!
Rest Day Recipe: Orange Thrive Shake
Did you know I used to work at a smoothie shop? Yep, I worked with Carly, the lovely lady that brings you this week's Rest Day Recipe, at good ol' Tropical Smoothie Cafe. A great place filled with great people! Carly and I touched base a few weeks ago to check in and see how life was going and it turns out we have similar goals--to be the happiest and healthiest we can be! Carly couldn't help but continue talking about this awesome shake that she's incorporated into her daily diet as a morning pick-me-up, so I thought heck let's give it a try! What You Will Need:
- Vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt
- Thrive mix (basically a pre-workout for your day :P )
- Orange juice
- Ice cubes (just a few)
What to Do:
1. Get your ingredients together.
2. Mix 1 cup orange juice, 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt & 1 packet of thrive in blender.
3. Add ice and blend for for an additional 30 seconds for a thick and delicious shake! (PS: If you want a thinner consistency just blend it a few seconds longer.)
4. Enjoy!
You know since I'm so fabulous at making smoothies and what not, maybe sometime in the future I'll share a smoothie recipe too...cause you know I AM the queen of smoothies. :P Ha, keep an eye out ya'll!
This post was sponsored by Thrive. Thrive is an all natural supplement filled with minerals & vitamins. It has been known to diminish aches and pains, decrease bloating and other digestive issues, as well as, increase energy and the ability to focus.
Thrive has a referral program and promoter packages, so if you're interested contact Carly Guzick at Cguzick510@yahoo.com or visit her personal page. Carly has a great personal testimony and will be able to answer any questions you might have.
Rest Day Recipe: Low Calorie Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Let me just tell you that this is one of my all time favorite lunch meat sandwiches to take to work on a regular basis--it's high in protein, healthy fats, and most importantly leaves you feeling full and satisfied when served with a small side!
What you need:
- 2 slices Sara Lee 45 calorie Healthy Multi-grain bread (90 calories)
- 3-4 slices (aka like 4 oz) of your local deli's buffalo chicken (approx. 100 calories)
- 1 slice of Sargento's Thin Sliced Colby Jack Cheese (40 calories)
- 1 tablespoon Kraft Mayo with Olive Oil (45 calories)
- 1-2 pieces of lettuce to add a little crunch (optional - 5 calories)
CALORIE TOTAL: 275 Calories
PS: Sorry about the half-eaten sandwich photos...I wasn't lying when I said this is my all time favorite lunch meat sandwich.
Looking for more delicious, easy recipes? Check out my Healthier than Normal Recipes Pinterest Board.