Before I get into the scrumptiousness that was last week, I must first show off my proudest moment thus far of the New Year... meal prepping! One of my favorite recipe discoveries from this new goal: Protein Pancakes! I found this recipe on one of my favorite health and fitness blogs (http://www.pbfingers.com/2013/09/05/egg-white-and-oatmeal-protein-pancake/), check it out... you will not be disappointed. Plus their obsession with their dog, Sadie, hits home for us. Crazy dog people, unite!
Not only are these insanely easy, they are delicious and husband approved!
I have been pre packing salads, breakfasts and protein shakes for Brian and I's lunches for the week and not only is it a time saver during the week it's has certainly made me accountable for what I am eating each day. Brian is only 3 weeks shy of completing the first series of P90X and will be starting again shortly after and this time, I am joining him! He is a great motivator so I look forward to 90 days of workouts with him and all the humorous posts that are sure to follow. I will post before and after results - don't worry.
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| Must watch Vanderpump Rules while packing. Multi-tasking, baby. |
This weekend was jammed packed but a good time. On Friday we put together our new stand I snagged for 50% off that matches our living room set, and finally printed some wedding photos!
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| Fresh Tulips. |
After, we had our friends Melissa and David over for dinner and board games. I made a sweet and savory pork loin that I HIGHLY recommend (recipe can be found here: http://www.inspiredtaste.net/easyrecipe-print/21117-0) and Brian's Mom's famous broccoli casserole which is very easy and always a go-to with guests (recipe will follow). We had a great time sitting around the table laughing and catching up, they're always a good time.
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| Pork Loin |
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| Broccoli Casserole |
Saturday we got up early and had a breakfast date at one of my favorite breakfast joints, Linda's Cafe. It's old, and homely, and the food is delicious. It reminds me of my grandmother every time I am there and I always get her favorite: cream chipped beef.
After breakfast we went to Brian's parents for some quality Beavan time and had a blast catching up with these cuties:
They never cease to amaze me with their similar but different personalities. Brynn is definitely an Uncle Brian's girl - this is where she spent most of the day and ultimately would've slept if her Mom and Dad would have let her.
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| Intense convo. |
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| She knows where the comfy spot is. |
On Sunday, Anchor had her very first "Puppy play date" with her best buddy Kona she met at training and they tuckered one another out - that's for sure. I love seeing her be able to run freely and really get the exercise she needs that it is almost impossible for Brian and I to give her (without giving ourselves heart attacks, that is). They had a blast running behind the shed at Kona's peoples house (Jason and Kristen, who are also very likeable). Their personal obstacle course included running under a holly tree, through a leaf pile, around the shed, over a pile of bricks and back around. It was very comical to watch so I think it's safe to say that both the dogs and humans had an enjoyable play date and will most certainly be doing it again soon.
Unfortunately having those two sit still for long enough to capture a picture was all but impossible, I will try again next week!
After our play date we went to watch football and I was able to see our friend Kelly (whos husband does P90X with mine) to congratulate her on their pregnancy. I know they had been talking about starting a family for quite some time and I am glad to see their dreams coming to fruition. They are, no doubt, going to be great parents. She is a 1st grade teacher, if she's not cut out for this - I don't know who is.
Lastly - on a trip to walmart last week (which happens once every 2 years since walmart is full of crazies) I scooped up a baby gate to see if it would help us with keeping Anchor calm and the cat a little more sane. I am pleased to announce mission baby gate sanity was a success. Just look at that dedication:
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| Daddy, I can help? Just let me in. |
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| If I am good, will I get early release from this jail?! |
BROCCOLI CASSEROLE:
5 Heads of Broccoli
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 1/2 cups of milk (I used Almond Milk by Silk)
1 bag reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup bisquick (Heart healthy works, too)
1/4 cup melted butter - Spray butter works just fine as well
1.) Cut florrets off of broccoli heads and boil until soft, drain
2.) Combine milk and cream of mushroom until the consistency of gravy, give or take some milk
3.) Milk bisquick and butter to create a crumb topping, set aside
4.) Pour broccoli into 9 x 13 dish and cover with soup mixture
5.) Top with entire package of cheese evenly
6.) Top with Bisquick topping mixture
7.) Cook at 425 degrees until topping is browned, enjoy!
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