Arroz Caldo (Filipino Chicken and Rice Soup)

2-4 servings Note: Traditional Arroz Caldo has egg mixed into the liquid to thicken it, or boiled eggs served whole on top; we are omitting that step to reduce the fat content. If you’d like to add extra protein, boil some eggs and serve the soup with the diced egg white on top.  We’ve also […]

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BPak’s Favorite Beef or Turkey Hash from Chef Maxine

Note: Recipe as described by Chef Maxine from FitOrganics.com in the “A Day in the Life” video recently posted by Ben. Ingredients: 1 lb raw ground beef or turkey 3 carrots 3 pieces celery 1/2 – 1 onion (depending on taste) salt and pepper to taste 1-2 Tb chili powder or other aromatics (curry powder, […]

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Homemade Sushi

Note: Sushi is a bit finicky, but makes a great meal. Only try this when you have time to play around and are feeling adventurous. Once you get the hang of it, it will become a staple meal: protein plus carbs in a convenient ‘to-go’ packaging.  Although the rolls you see in sushi restaurants typically […]

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Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 Tb avocado or MCT oil 2 lb chicken breasts or thighs, sliced 1 onion, chipped 4 carrots, sliced 4 stalks celery, chopped 32 oz chicken stock 2 bay leaves 8 oz gluten-free pasta salt and pepper to taste Note: This recipe can be made either in a slow cooker or on […]

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Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 Tb sesame oil 1 red chili (or substitute jalapeno, etc.) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 inch piece of ginger, minced 1 lb. chicken, finely diced (or substitute ground chicken or turkey) 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1 c shredded carrot 1/3 c lemon juice 1 bunch basil leaves 2 Tb […]

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Lentil & Quinoa Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 Tb coconut oil 3-4 cloves garlic, minced 1 large onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 stalks celery 2 tomatoes, roughly chopped 1 c lentils 1/2 c quinoa, rinsed and drained 6 c chicken or veggie stock 1 bay leaf 1 tsp Cumin 1/2 tsp Salt 1 tsp Pepper Directions: Put coconut oil into […]

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Vietnamese Chicken Salad

2 Servings Ingredients: 1 lb. chicken breast, cooked: Can be cold (pre-cooked) or warm (freshly cooked) 1 large carrot, finely chopped ½ cup rice wine vinegar 1 tsp salt 1 packet stevia ½ red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup bean sprouts 2 cups cabbage, shredded (coleslaw mix works great for this) ½ small bunch mint, […]

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Green Mango and Papaya Salad

Ingredients: 1 Tb minced lemongrass 1 long green chili, finely sliced 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tb fish sauce (or 1-2 Tb soy sauce) 2 Tb lime juice 1 packet stevia 1 Tb apple cider (or other light) vinegar 2 green onions, finely sliced ½ bunch cilantro, cleaned and chopped 2 green mangoes 1 papaya […]

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Steak & Potato Soup (slow cooker)

Servings: 9 (1 1/2 cups each) Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 8 hours, 30 mins (in slow cooker) INGREDIENTS 1lb boneless round beef steak 1lb small red potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices (4 cups) 2 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 cup) 2 medium carrots, chopped (1 cup) 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 2 […]

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Chicken Barley Soup

From Dave Ruel’s ‘Anabolic Cookbook’ Servings: 10 servings – 10 cups INGREDIENTS • 1 lb chicken, cubed • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 garlic clove, chopped finely • 1 onion, chopped finely • 1 large potato, peeled and cubed • 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced • 3 stalks celery, chopped • 1 large tomato, […]

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