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Bacon Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Orange and Pecan

12/20/2016

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We are creatures of habit.  When we find something we like we don't change.  Brussel sprouts and the way we prepare them is a prime example.  Our normal preparation is clean, cut, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and roast in the oven.  If we are feeling crazy we might add a little bacon, balsamic or galic.  I've learned to not mess with Laura's brussels!

This past weekend we did a Chrismtas dinner with my side of the family and my mom had found some beautiful brussel sprouts.  I've tried exposing to my family to brussels before and other than my mom and sister in laws haven't had much luck.  So I figured what the heck let's try something different in the hopes they will try it.  It got a couple more to try but I don't know if I turned them to be brussel fans.  


This recipe was simply inspired by what was in the kitchen.  We had brought some fresh pecans home from Texas.  We had an orange that we didn't eat on our flight up to Minnesota and I had saved some bacon grease from our breakfast that morning! 

The orange definitely livened the dish up quite a bit and pecans added a nice texture contrast, so I would say this is a win and we would love to hear what you think if you make it yourself.  

​One variation you could certainly try would be to add bacon to the dish.  We didn't since we had it for breakfast that morning.  But if you wanted to, just chop and cook the bacon in your skillet until the fat is rendered out, remove the bacon and start the brussel sprout process listed below.  Then just re-add the bacon pieces the same time as the pecans.  

Ingredients

  • 1 lb brussel sprouts, cleaned and halved
  • 2 tbsp of bacon grease
  • 1 orange, zested and juiced
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tbsp of vinegar of your choice, we used red wine because that is what we had but balsamic probably would have paired better
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Clean and prep your brussels
  2. In a large skillet, add the bacon grease over a medium high heat.
  3. Add brussel sprouts and cook for 10-15 minutes until they begin to carmelize.  You will need to toss them frequently to keep from sticking.  
  4. After brussels are carmelized add the zest, juice of the orange, and vinegar, cover and cook for 5 minutes.  Stir once or twice during this time.
  5. Add the chopped pecans and toss with brussels over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until the brussels are cooked the whole way through.
  6. Season with salt and peper and serve!  
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How To Enjoy The Holidays Without Gaining Weight

11/10/2015

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We all know Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming up...and we think it's just assumed that we have to eat all the food and give up any results we may have gained. WHY oh WHY do we do this to ourselves?  Why do we just throw our hands up in the air and simply surrender to ALL THE FOOD that's going to be around? Thinking that we have to eat it simply because it's there....like it's not going to be around ever again. 

You don't have to. You CAN enjoy the holidays without gaining 10 lbs...seriously. I know the temptations are there but do you really want to get to January 2nd feeling sluggish, crappy, your clothes not fitting and with a huge mountain to climb?? I know I don't. That's why I'm committing to the following things and I wanted to share them with you so you could incorporate them into your holiday plans as well!

Ready??
  1. ​The 80/20 rule (or 90/10 if you're ambitious) is what I live by...80% of the time I eat clean and 20% of the time I allow myself treats! So that means in a typical week if I'm eating 5 meals a day, that's 35 meals a week. 20% of that is 7 meals or snacks that I get to treat myself on. That may mean I allow myself to have a brownie if a co-worker brings some to work...or maybe that's a cheeseburger ON A BUN :) with some tater tots....or maybe it's a donut from my favorite donut shop...or an almond milk latte! Whatever it is, I allow myself these treats without feeling guilt and then here's the trick: I get right back on track immediately afterwards. 

  2. Along the same lines of allowing yourself treats is making sure you PLAN them out!! You can't just allow yourself to decide in the moment if you're going to have a treat. If you do that you will fall prey to every single treat that's lying around. Also, make sure those treats COUNT. Don't be wasting a treat on some oreos unless you really really love oreos. Personally I'd choose a piece of homemade apple pie or something that is definitely worth the sugar bomb...otherwise you'll just be living in regret. 

  3. Keep yourself satisfied with nutrient rich foods and water BEFORE you head to a party. Protein rich, fiber rich foods and lots of veggies. Get a huge salad in.

  4. The 2 day rule. Don't ever skip more than 2 days of workouts. Also, if you know you're going to be splurging at an event or a party make sure you get a workout in before! 

  5. You don't have to skip the alcohol completely...just don't have more than 2. It's OK to set a limit for yourself before going into an event. You'll feel better the day after and you won't be drinking tons of extra calories/sugar. 

  6. Accountability!!  Our accountability groups that we run can help you get through the holidays. We will be there to help when you're struggling and actually help you lose weight and build healthy habits during the holidays...instead of gaining. Our next one will be starting on November 30th and we're also doing a Hammer & Chisel Test Group which will start on December 21st! ASK us about either of these...we'd love to get you into one of those groups to help!

  7. Get creative and make some healthified desserts to share at events. A few of our favorites are Black Bean Brownies or these Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars!
Lastly...the holidays are meant to be enjoyed! It's a time to bring people together for community, love, joy....and food has a way of doing that! We don't want you constantly worrying about what temptations are going to be around so we would never advocate for avoiding events altogether. Isolating yourself is never the answer. LIFE IS MEANT TO BE LIVED and ENJOYED....but we truly believe you can do that without gorging yourself either!!  It's about BALANCE!
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