The Fit Skool

by Kelly

Food Preparation

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Every Sunday I go through the grocery store flyers and make a grocery list for the week. Based on what’s on sale at the store I decide on usually about 3 dinners to make. My list contains fruits, veggies, meats, and dairy. I try not to buy too many packaged products but I do purchase a few.

When I get home I start prepping the food and cutting up all my fruits and veggies.

Cauliflower, mixed peppers, and pineapple
Cauliflower, mixed peppers, and pineapple

The cauliflower that I cut up I ended up making mashed cauliflower. I will be sure to share the recipe with you once I write it all out!

Celery, Carrots, and sliced peppers
Celery, Carrots, and sliced peppers

When I put veggies in baggies it’s so easy in the morning to throw them into my lunch! It takes less time to make healthy choices.

For lunch Marc and I made BBQ grilled chicken thighs and plain grilled chicken. There are enough leftovers which we will use for lunch during the week. It makes it easier to put together sandwiches & salads. I like mixing it up and having chicken thighs (skinless) they are super juicy and have tons more flavor. SOOO if you get sick of having plain chicken breasts all the time I suggest trying some thighs for a change.

BBQ Chicken thighs and plain grilled chicken
BBQ Chicken thighs and plain grilled chicken

Before I cooked dinner I threw together some Pumpkin Bran Muffins. I used Hodgson mill bran muffin mix and then added 1/2 cup pumpkin, 1/2 cup skim milk, 1 egg, 1 tbsp canola oil, cinnamon & pumpkin pie spice! I can’t wait to have one tomorrow as a snack.

Pumpkin Muffins!
Pumpkin Muffins!

They are easy to whip up and only take about 15 minutes in the oven.

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With help… my food preparation probably took about 1 1/2 hrs. If you think about how much time it will save me during the next few days with putting together lunches and dinner it’s worth it. I have less to think about and healthier foods to eat!

Author: Kelly @ The Fit Skool

I’m Kelly, a NASM personal trainer and group instructor, a former athlete, a wife and soon to be mommy. Health and Fitness is my passion and I am excited to share this journey with you!

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