Meal Kit Recipes

OATMEAL

Serves 1-2

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup of quick cooking oats
• Current toppings!

RECIPE

1. Add ½ cup of oats and 1 cup of water to a microwavable safe bowl (use this ratio to cook the amount of oats that you feel hungry for! i.e.- if you want to eat a cup of oats, add two cups of water, if you want ½ cup of oats, just save the rest for another day)
1. Oats are a great source of carbohydrates. This makes them a great food to start your day with because they’ll give you lots of energy!
2. Microwave for about two minutes
3. Add any toppings and enjoy!

VARIATIONS

 Extra Fruity Oats:

• Microwave about ½ cup of frozen raspberries until defrosted and somewhat melted
• Add Raspberry mixture after oats are finished cooking and add any other toppings!

 Baked Oats:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F, add ½ of a ripe banana to an oven safe dish, and mash
• Add ½ cup of oats and ½ cup of any milk of your choice (dairy or non-dairy)
• Add any mix ins like cinnamon, chocolate chips, walnuts, or dried cranberries
• Bake for about 25 minutes and enjoy!

 Overnight Oats (a quicker option!):

• Add ½ cup of oats and ¾ cup of any milk of your choice (dairy or non-dairy)
• Mix, add in any other ingredients of your choice (fruit, vanilla flavoring, chia seeds, peanut butter, maple syrup, etc.), and refrigerate overnight
• Add any of your favorite crunchy or fresh toppings in the morning (granola, nuts, fruit, etc.)

 Protein Oats:

• After cooking oatmeal in the microwave, add one scoop of protein powder of your choice
• Add any extra toppings of your choice
  • High protein meals are very satisfying, and they keep you fuller, longer!

TACO SOUP

Serves 4-6 (great for leftovers, freezing, or meal prep!)

INGREDIENTS 

• 2 cans (or 1 big can) of diced tomatoes
• 1 can of black beans
• 1 can of pinto beans
• 1 can of corn
• 2 cups (or 1 can) of chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 of water
• 1 packet of taco seasoning
• 1 bag of tortilla chips

OPTIONAL:

• Add any ground or shredded meat of your choice (beef, turkey, chicken, etc.)
• Add any toppings you want! Like cheese, avocado or fresh cilantro
• Add any other cans you have! Kidney beans or chickpeas would be great additions

RECIPE

1. In a large pot set over medium heat, add both cans of diced tomatoes
2. Drain the beans and corn, and add them to the pot with the tomatoes
3. Add the broth choice, water, and taco seasoning, then stir until fully combined
4. Cover the pot and cook over medium low heat for 10-15 minutes or until heated through

VARIATIONS

• To add ground meat to the soup, add 1 pound of ground meat in a saute pan over medium heat, season with ½ teaspoon of salt, and a ½ teaspoon of pepper, cook for about 8-10 minutes or until meat is browned and cooked through (no pink), add the meat to the soup when you add the beans and the corn
• Serve soup over a baked potato for a loaded baked potato
• If you want it to be more filling, serve over or with a side of rice for extra carbs!

CHECK OUT THIS GREAT TACO SOUP VIDEO with Step-By-Step Instructions!

 

Sheet Pan Pancake

INGREDIENTS

• 3 cups of almond milk
• 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
• 3 cups of all purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla
• ⅓ cup of maple syrup
• ⅓ cup of melted coconut oil

RECIPE

1.  Preheat oven to 425
2. Combine the milk and vinegar, and let this sit
3. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt
4. Add the vanilla, syrup, and melted coconut oil to the milk and vinegar mixture, and stir until combined
5. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry, and whisk this until combined
6. Line a 11x16 baking sheet with parchment paper, and grease with nonstick spray
7. Pour the batter into the pan, and spread out evenly
8. Bake for five minutes, rotate, and bake for another 10-12 minutes, then broil for the last 2-3 minutes to brown the pancake
9. Serve the pancake with maple syrup and any of your favorite toppings!

VARIATION:

Fruit Pancakes

1. Add fresh fruit like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries to the pancake after 5 minutes of baking! Return to the oven for 10-12 minutes, and then broil for 2-3 minutes to brown

Deconstructed Pot Pie

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cans of veggies (corn and carrots)
• 2 cans of cream of potato soup
• ½ teaspoon of thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Biscuit mix

RECIPE

1. Cook the biscuits according to the package
2. In a large pot over medium heat, add both cans of veggies and both cans of cream of potato soup
3. Season this mixture with salt, pepper, thyme, and any of your other favorite spices!
4. Gently stir until combined, and cook for 10-15 minutes or until warm
5. Once biscuits are done, serve by topping biscuits with your pot pie filling!

VARIATIONS

1. For extra protein and a more satisfying meal, add cooked chicken or turkey to the pot pie mixture
2. For extra carbs and a more filling meal, add more cooked or canned potatoes

 CHECK OUT THIS GREAT DECONSTRUCTED POT PIE VIDEO with Step-By-Step Instructions!