Thanks to John over at Training Smoker for nominating Thomas of the blog Georgia Snail. Thomas’ blog is full of life. It is honest and he doesn’t hide from the truth or his goals.
I will say that Thomas’ menu was the most challenging because he is on a quest to lose 30 pounds and has a list of items that he and his wife want to focus on eating. Brown rice, sweet potatoes, spinach, romaine, nuts, fruits and veggies. I would toss all of that in a bowl and eat it but then we wouldn’t have the Athlete’s Plate now would we?
I set out to create a menu that may help Thomas lose those 30 pounds and get to Boston as well as race the races that he dreams of such as the JFK 50 Miler.
In addition to this menu here you can always find dishes from me on Facebook by clicking [HERE]
Now onto our menu:
Breakfast – University of South Florida French Toast
(Thomas went to college at USF)
Ingredients: 1/4c egg substitute, 1/4c HoneyMilk, 1 tbs cinnamon, Agave Syrup, 1tbs olive oil, 1/2c blueberries, 1 banana, 1c strawberries, 4 slices of Brown Rice Bread
Servings: 2
Nutritional Information: 465 calories, 10g Fat, 4mg cholesterol, 184mg sodium, 78g carbs, 5g fiber, 15g protein
Directions:
1- Wisk egg substitute, milk and cinnamon in bowl
2- Dip bread to cover with mixture on both sides
3- Heat olive oil in non-stick pan
4- Cook until browned on both sides.
5- Cut the bread in half and serve with fruit and agave syrup
The house will smell wonderful. I use brown rice bread because it is not a soft bread and holds up well to the mixture.
AM Snack – Topless Sun(flower seed) Bathing Bar
(Thomas’ major at USF)
Pic courtesy of pakladies.com
Ingredients: 4 c rolled oats, 1c brown sugar packed, 1c wheat germ, 1tsp cinnamon, 2c whole wheat flour, 1/2c egg substitute, 1c honey, 1c canola oil, 2tsp vanilla extract, 1tsp salt, 1/2c flax seeds, 1/2c sesame seeds, 1/2c sunflower seeds, 1/2c dark chocolate chips
Servings: 24
Nutritional Information: 339 calories, 17g Fat, 18mg cholesterol, 110mg sodium, 44g carbs, 5g fiber, 7g protein
Directions:
1-Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×14 inch ovenproof baking dish.
2- Mix the rolled oats, brown sugar, wheat germ, cinnamon, and flour together in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, canola oil, vanilla, and salt until evenly blended., and stir into the oat mixture. Stir in the flax seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and chocolate chips. Use your hands to mix the ingredients, and press the mixture into the prepared pan.3- Bake in preheated oven until the edges are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into 2 inch bars.
Lunch – Quinoa and Starwood Sweet Potatoe Salad
(he is trying to lose 30lbs and sweet potatoes are becoming a staple)
pic courtesy of vegalicious.com
(loves to run trails)
- pic courtesy of italianrecipes.com
- pic courtesy of inbinitchy.com
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Fantastic! That’s a good menu. I made the energy bars from last week’s menu and they were really really good.
Carolina John recently posted..Transvestites have the best cupcakes
Awesome! Thanks Jason & CJ! It is humbling to have someone take a peek into your life and put together a menu! Quinoa & sweet potatoes have become a staple in our nutrition plan, I can’t wait to try that recipe out! I will post pics from this weekend’s session in the kitchen!
Georgiasnail recently posted..9 1-2 Weeks
Your site is a God-send! Michael has been preparing a bunch of meals from your postings, and we’ve been eating a lot healthier! It’s like having a personal chef … you da man!
jim Weatherly recently posted..Shovelling Snow Just Like A Marathon
Now I want French toast!! Yummy as always.
I am heading out this weekend to purchase the supplies for the peanut butter bars you did for the Red Head. These bars look awesome also!!! I need to get some healthier food into my diet so Ive been stalking your blog for good ideas!
Jessica recently posted..Snowmagedon & Chicago Marathon
yummmmmmmmm — i think that Quinoa salad and eggplant dish will be visiting a table near me very soon.
Jen recently posted..More on training and relationship straining
Thanks for all of the recipes! Gonna try out the quinoa and sweet potato recipe.
Jon recently posted..How Much Do You Train Is this interferring with your Life
Oh wow eggplant parmesan is going on the menu for next week, awesome :D
Sweet potatoes are the best staple to have!!
Majoring in topless sun bathing?! More awesome! ;)
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another great edition!
The eggplant parm looks divine! I love the presentation :D
JenniferLeah recently posted..Swim Swam Swum & January is done
that eggplant looks insane.
fabulous.
And to think I didn’t even know chocolate covered craisins existed!!
Another great menu my friend. Just need more time in the day to prepare all the good stuff you throw at us.
Ok, the Eggplant Parmesan, when do I add the tomato and cheese? I am interested in that one
As always, well most of the time, the dishes look great! That Georgia Snail is not as slow as you might think, either.
Kovas recently posted..Why We Get Fat
YUMMMMMMMMMMMMYYYYYY – I’m iced in and hungry :) You should really think about delivery!! Can’t wait to see you tomorrow!!!
I am saving EVERY recipe in this post. MMMMMMMM!
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Yum! That is a good menu!
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I love these posts. I now know what to do with the quinoa and sweet potatoes in my pantry. ;)
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No dig at Clemson v. USF bowl game? Disappointment… ;) lol at his “major”!
Lindsay recently posted..help!
I am trying to forget these types of things. Plus Clemson just signed the LB that may or may not be smart. Better things to come I hope.