Are you struggling to decipher your purpose in life?
Do you loathe doing the things assigned to you?
Do you sometimes despise performing the roles and responsibilities you currently have?
On today’s post, I would like to share with you the Bible story that God used in order to convict me and made me realize to honor the role He has given me. I have not been appreciating this role for quite some time until I felt the huge conviction after reflecting on this Bible story.
It is best to watch it in the video below as I share my personal experience and realization. At the same time, I also walk you through What We Eat In a Week. And if you’re coming from Youtube, feel free to scroll down below for the copy of the menu and recipes mentioned in the video.
“For to everyone who has will more be given, and he will have an abundance. But from the one who has not, even what he has will be taken away. “
– Matthew 25:29
What We Eat In A Week
Day 1: Ground Beef with Mushroom Tacos
- Ground Beef Taco Recipe: https://www.howsweeteats.com/2019/01/ground-beef-tacos/
My Modifications: I added chopped onions and mushrooms that I sautéd and caramelized in the combination of Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper and some salt.
Mix the cooked mushrooms and chopped onion when the ground beef is done.
- Homemade Tortilla Wrap Recipe: https://biancazapatka.com/en/spinach-tortillas/
My Modifications: I used Kale that I pureed a few days ago which I shared in this video.
I keep adjusting the flour level until it’s no longer sticky and I’m able to work it perfectly. I shaped them into 50 gram balls then flattened them with my tortilla press.
- Taco Crema Sauce
I just combine the following ingredients and keep adjusting. I’m sorry I have no measurement since I just eyeball and adjust based on flavor.
- Mayonnaise
- Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
- Paprika
- Taco Fix-ins
I just use whatever is available at home. I love adding greens like arugula or spinach. Of course, guacamole takes it to a whole different level.
Day 2: Chicken Kebab with Coconut Turmeric Rice
Chicken Kebab Recipe:
https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/middle-eastern-chicken-kebabs.html
My Modifications: I have no modifications since this is a recipe that I super love. I just prepare tons in advance and freeze them in my Souper Cubes for easy use next time.
Coconut Turmeric Rice:
https://downshiftology.com/recipes/turmeric-chicken-and-rice-casserole/
My Modifications: Instead of cooking it in the oven, I cooked it on the stovetop like how I cook rice. I doubled the recipe and replaced water with chicken stock.
For Sides:
I used green beans mixed with grass-fed butter, lemon zest, salt, ground black pepper and some Italian Seasoning. I baked it for 25 minutes under 400 F to achieve crispy beans.
Day 3: Making Chicken Stock and Chicken Salad
Chicken Stock Recipe:
- 1 whole organic chicken
- Celery
- Carrots
- Onion
- Whole peppercorns
- Water
Combine all ingredients in one huge pot. Cover chicken and vegetables with enough water. Cover and let it boil for 1 ½ hours. Proportion chicken for later use and separate chicken stock.
Check out this video for more ideas on how to cook and use whole chicken.
- Salad Recipe
I just mix in salad greens, sunflower seeds, goat cheese, cranberry and of course the chicken.
Day 4: Lemon Chicken Soup
- Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/valerie-bertinelli/greek-lemon-chicken-soup-3678958
My Modifications:
I used the chicken stock I made yesterday then followed the recipe except I added the chicken lastly since it is already cooked.
Day 5: Making Pasta Sauce and Spaghetti
- Pasta Sauce Recipe:
- 2 lbs of grass-fed ground beef
- 4 jars of Rao’s Marinara (or other brand)
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Oregano flakes
Brown your ground beef in little olive oil. Add some garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, oregano flakes and some salt.
Add your marinara sauce and let it simmer in low fire for 45 minutes – 1 hour.
I like to add a little grass-fed butter on my spaghetti noodles when I’m ready to eat it. Of course, sprinkle some parmigiano reggiano cheese and red pepper flakes. Yum!
Day 6: Spinach Arugula Pesto Pasta
- Spinach Arugula Pesto Pasta Recipe:
https://www.vitamix.com/us/en_us/recipes/arugula-pesto?referer_st=&sc=recipe
My Modifications: I replaced pine nuts with raw cashew nuts (any nuts will work).
I then topped the salad with the leftover chicken I cooked from the chicken stock.
Sprinkle lots of red pepper flakes. Super yummy!
Day 7: Penne Marinara Pasta
- Penne Marinara
Boil penne pasta according to instructions. I just used the pasta sauce I cooked a few days ago.
I sprinkled some parmeggiano cheese and red pepper flakes.
I hope you enjoyed the video and list of meal ideas.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Hi! I’m Kaye, a journal enthusiast. My blog is dedicated to sharing practical tips to help you gain clarity and purpose as you get closer to Jesus. Read along!
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