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80 Miles in June

I always do so much better when I am keeping active.  Why not join me and Amy get 80 miles in June?  That seems like a lot but I know that everyone can do it.

When you get your steps or mileage in use the hastag #80milesinjune and tag myself @fitnessbyalicia and my dear friend Amy @atthepinkofperfection  We can't wait to get the mileage in!

6/1 – Walk 1 mile or 2,000 steps

6/2 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/3 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/4 – Walk 3 miles or 6,000 steps

6/5 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/6 – Walk 1 mile or 2,000 steps

6/7 – Walk 4 miles or 8,000 steps

6/8 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/9 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/10 – Walk 3 miles or 6,000 steps

6/11 – Walk 5 miles or 10,000 steps

1612 – Walk 1 mile or 2,000 steps

6/13 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/14 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/15 – Walk 3 miles or 6,000 steps

6/16 – Walk 5 miles or 10,000 steps

6/17 – Walk 1 mile or 2,000 steps

6/18 – Walk 3 miles or 6,000 steps

6/19 – Walk 3 miles or 6,000 steps

6/20 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/21 – Walk 4 miles or 8,000 steps

6/22 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/23 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/24 – Walk 3 miles or 6,000 steps

6/25 – Walk 4 miles or 8,000 steps

6/26 – Walk 5 miles or 10,000 steps

1627 – Walk 3 miles or 6,000 steps

6/28 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

6/29 – Walk 4 miles or 8,000 steps

6/30 – Walk 2 miles or 4,000 steps

Egg, Bacon, and Cheese Muffins

I am a huge fan of breakfasts that I can prepare ahead of time.  These Egg, Bacon and Cheese "Muffins" are perfect for prepping ahead of time.

Yields:  12 Muffins

Serving: 1 Muffin

Weight Watcher Smart Points:  4 points

Calories:  114

Ingredients:

12 Eggs

3 Slices of Bacon

1 1/2 cups of Fat Free Shredded Cheddar Cheese

1 Green Onion

Cooking Spray

Directions:

Preheat the over to 375.

Cook bacon until crispy.

Once bacon is cooked remove from skillet and use a paper towel to eliminate the grease.  

Chop bacon and place in a bowl.

Add eggs and green onions and stir until well mixed.

Spray muffin tin with cooking spray.

Fill each muffin tin with the egg mixture (about 1/2 cup).

Top each muffin tin with 1/8 cup of cheddar cheese.

Bake eggs for 12-15 minutes or until firm.  

Let muffins cool and serve in an airtight container.  Can heat for 30 seconds in the microwave to eat during the week.  

SkinnyTaste's Crock Pot Sesame Honey Chicken

I found that this dish is a healthy option for when you are craving Chinese food.  It is simple and really delicious.

Yields:  8 Servings

Serving Size:  2/3 Cups

Weight Watcher Smart Points:  5  *Does not include the rice

Calories:  185.5

Ingredients:

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 tbsp rice wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp water
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp onion powder
1 heaping tbsp cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
2 medium scallions, chopped for garnish

Directions:

For directions check out SkinnyTaste's blog.  

Instant Pot Boiled Eggs

Do you struggle with peeling your boiled eggs?  Well you will no longer have that problem if you have an instant pot.  This eggs are perfect and peel without any issues.

Ingredients:

Instant Pot

Eggs (how ever many you want to cook)

1 Cup Water

Directions:

Plug in your Instant Pot

Pour one cup water in the bottom of the stainless bowl

Place in a stainless strainer/steamer basket 

Place your desired number of eggs on top of the opened steamer basket

Put the lid on

Power on and press the MANUAL button

With the “-” button adjust it to 8 minutes on the display

Close and lock the lid and make sure the vent on top is closed

Let the Instant Pot do it’s magic and then do the quick release valve

Let cool slightly and vent completely before opening lid

Transfer eggs to fridge or allow to cool slightly before eating right away

SkinnyTaste's Slow-Cooker Banh Mi Rice Bowls

This dish by SkinnyTaste is great.  The fresh vegetables give it the prefect flavor.  When making again, I would add more sauce to the bowls although it will change the point value.

Yields:  4 Servings

Serving Size:  1 Bowl

Weight Watcher Smart Points:  8 Points

Calories:  353

Ingredients:

For the pork:

1 pound pork tenderloin

• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 3 cloves crushed garlic
• 1 jalapeno, sliced
• 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce*
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
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For the pickled carrot:

• 6 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 2 radishes, cut into matchsticks
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For the bowls:

• 3 cups cooked brown rice
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 1 cup thinly sliced English cucumbers (about ½ small)
• 1 small jalapeno, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup cilantro leaves

Directions:

Check out SkinnyTaste for directions.

SkinnyTaste's Chicken and Asparagus Teriyaki Stir-Fry

Although this is not a slow cooker recipe, this recipe is quick and very delicious!  When I made it again I will double up on asparagus and probably serve without rice.

Yields:  4 Servings

Serving Size:  1 1/2 Cups

Weight Watcher Smart Points:  7 Points (not including the rice)

Calories:  302 

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons soy sauce or gluten-free soy sauce

2 tablespoons mirin 

1/2 tablespoon honey

1/2 tablespoon fresh grated ginger 

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1 1/2 pounds skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Kosher salt, to taste

1 tbsp canola or grapeseed oil, divided

12 oz asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces

4 cloves garlic, chopped

Directions:

Check out SkinnyTaste's website for directions.