Vegetable Ratatouille

Serves: 6-8

Ingredients:

• 
1 onion, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 small eggplant, diced
• 1 red capsicum, diced
• 4 garlic cloves
• 400g can crushed peeled tomatoes
• 1 cup sliced green beans
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• Handful fresh basil

Method:

• Place all the ingredients except the beans and fresh tomatoes into a slow cooker bowl and stir until combined
• Cook on LOW for 5 hours or HIGH for 3 hours
• Add in the beans and cook on LOW for another 60 minutes or HIGH for 30 minutes
• Stir through the fresh tomato and basil then bring to temperature

Nutritonal Value per serve (8):

• Calories: 36
• Total fats: 0.3g
• Total carbohydrates: 7.8g
• Sugars: 4.8g
• Protein: 1.7g

Recipe Notes:

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days
• This recipe is freezer friendly to be consumed within 6 months
• Recipe can also be simmered on the stovetop until the vegetable are cooked through however it delivers the best flavour when slow cooked.

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Curried Minced Vegetables 

Makes: 6-8 small portions

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 1/2 leek, finely shredded
• 1 stalk celery, finely diced
• 4 garlic cloves, finely diced
• 
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 zucchini, grated
• 150g cauliflower, grated
• 150g broccoli, grated
• 1 small eggplant, grated
• 4 button mushrooms, finely diced
• 1 cup wombok, finely shredded
• 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, shredded
• 1 long red chilli, finely diced (optional)
• 
1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Method:

• Place the oil in a heavy based frying pan and sauté the onion, leek and celery for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened
• Add in the garlic and ginger sautéing for a further 1-2 minutes
• Add in all remaining vegetables and add 1-2 tablespoons water, cover and steam the vegetables over a medium-low heat for about 5-8 minutes stirring occasionally and adding more water in small amounts if there is no moisture as required
• Remove the lid and add in the curry powder and spices stirring through so well combined and fry off for 1-2 minutes until the spices are cooked through and aromatic.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve on its own
• As pictured, in a lettuce cup
• As pictured, use as stuffing for a roasted mushroom or tomato shell
• Use as a stuffing for roasted zucchini boat 
Serve rolled in a sushi/ nori sheet (if allowed on your program)
• Serve tossed through konjac noodles (if allowed on your program)
• Serve topped with a poached egg (not during the Opti-intense program)

Nutritional Value per portion (8):

• Calories: 57
• Total fats: 1.1g
• Total carbohydrates: 9.4g
• Sugars: 3.8g
• Protein: 2.4g

Recipe Notes:

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 4 days
• This recipe is freezer friendly to be consumed within 6 months
• All vegetables are interchangeable with any vegetable of your preference or within the Opti-approved list either finely diced, grated or shredded.

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Lemon Garlic Ginger Chicken Tenderloins

Makes: 6 Tenderloins 

Ingredients:

• 6 Chicken Tenderloins, approximately 40g each
• 3 garlic cloves, finely diced
• 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon celery salt

Method:

• Place the Chicken Tenderloins in a ziplock bag 
• Add in all the remaining ingredient to the ziplock bag and mix so all the chicken tenders are well coated
• Sit in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours but preferably overnight
• To cook spray a heavy based frying pan over a medium heat and pan fry for 3-4 minutes each side or until the chicken is cooked through.

Nutritional Value per tenderloin:

• Calories: 61
• Total fat: 0.5g
• Total carbohydrates: 0.9g
• Sugars: 0.1g
• Protein: 13.1g

Recipe Notes: 

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 2 days
• This recipe is freezer friendly, either raw on marinade or cooked

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Cheese and Bacon Sauce

Serves: 4-6 or 10 Bariatric portions (approximately 2 tablespoons)

Ingreidents:

• 150g diced bacon
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons plain flour
• 2 cups skim milk
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup grated tasty cheese

Method:

• Place the bacon, onion, garlic and butter in a frying pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens
• Add the flour and stir into the melted butter making a paste and cook off the flour for approximately 2 minutes
• Add the milk on gradually over a medium low heat continually stirring to ensure you end up with a smooth sauce
• Add the milk in until you reach your desired consistency
• Add in the grated cheeses and stir through until melted and well combined.

Nutritional Value per portion (10):

• Calories: 130
• Total fat: 9.3g
• Total carbohydrates: 2.8g
• Sugars: 2.3g
• Protein: 8.5g

Recipe Notes:

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days
• This recipe is freezer friendly to be consumed within 6 months
• When reheating the sauce it way need to be dehydrated with some additional milk.

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Barley and Beef Cheeks

Serves: 4 or 12 Bariatric portions 

Ingredients:

• 4 beef cheeks
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 6 mushrooms, chopped
• 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 sprigs Rosemary 
• 2 bay leaves
• 3 beef stock cubes
• 1/2 cup pearl barley
• 1 can whole peeled tomatoes
• 1 can water 

Method:

• Heat a heavy based frying pan over a medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray
• Seal the beef cheeks on both sides until they have a crispy exterior, approximately 2 minutes each side over medium-high heat
• Place all the vegetables and herbs in the base of the slow cooker bowl
• Top with the stock cubes and the barley
• Place the beef cheeks on the vegetables and then pour the tinned tomatoes then fill the can with water and pour over the top
• Cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours
• Serve with mash or streamed green vegetables.

Nutritional Value per Bariatric portion:

• Calories: 158
• Total fat: 4.6g
• Total carbohydrates: 6.1g
• Sugars: 1.3g
• Protein: 22.5g

Recipe Notes:

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days
• This recipe is freezer friendly to be consumed within 6 months

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Cream Cheese Truffles

Makes: 12

Truffle Ingredients:

• 125g full fat cream cheese
• 2 scoops (60g) vanilla protein powder
• 2 tablespoons high protein milk
• 3 tablespoons coconut flour
• 2 tablespoons almond meal

Icing Ingredients:

• 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

Method:

• To prepare the truffles place all the ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth
• Using damp hands roll the truffle mixture into 12 even balls
• Place the truffles not touching each other on a silicon mat and place in the freezer for 60 minutes
• To prepare the icing melt the coconut oil and use a fork to whisk through the protein powder until smooth and well combined
• Place a single truffle on a fork and dip into the icing rolling until fully coated
• Allow the excess icing to drain off and place the coated truffle onto a silicon mat or non stick baking paper, top with sprinkles if desired straight away as the icing will set quickly
• Repeat with the other 11 truffles, when placing the truffles down ensure they are not touching any of the other truffles until fully set
• Place in the fridge to cool for a minimum of 2 hours before eating.

Nutritional Value per Truffle:

• Calories: 102
• Total fat: 6.8g
• Total carbohydrates: 1.9g
• Sugar: 0.6g
• Protein: 7.7g

Recipe Notes:

• Store in an air tight container in the fridge for a maximum of a week
• This recipe is freezer friendly to be consumed within 6 months.
• Protein powder used in the recipe is Protein Supplies Australia WPI Fast Release protein powders
• You can buy online from www.proteinsuppliesaustralia.com.au 
• Use the Discount code psafriendsofhollys at checkout to get a 10% discount

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Chai Spiced Protein Mini Cheesecakes

Makes: 12

Base ingredients:

• 1/2 cup almond meal
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1 teaspoon xylitol
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 

Cheesecake ingredients:

• 300ml thickened cream
• 2 teaspoon gelatine 
• 125g extra light cream cheese
• 2 teaspoons xylitol 
• 2 scoops vanilla protein powder 
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon all spice
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

**Xylitol can be replaced with any natural or artificial low calorie sweetener of your choice.

Method:

• To prepare the base mix the dry ingredients in a small mixing bowl then make a well in the centre 
• Add the coconut oil and use a knife to mix well
• Evenly split the mixture across the mini cheesecake tray pressing the mixture down with your fingertips to firmly compact the base
• Refrigerate while you prepare the filling

• To prepare the filling use electric beaters to whip the cream and set aside
• Dissolve the gelatine in 2 tablespoons of boiling water
• Add the cream cheese, xylitol, spices and protein powder to the gelatine and process until smooth 
• Use a spatula to fold the spiced cream cheese mixture through the whipped cream
• Once combined evenly spoon the cheesecake mixture over the bases and chill for a maximum of 4 hours but preferably overnight.

Nutritional Value per mini cheesecake:

• Calories: 201
• Total fat: 14.7g
• Total carbohydrates: 5.8g
• Sugars: 1.5g
• Protein: 10.1g

Recipe Notes:

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 5 days
• This recipe is freezer friendly to be consumed within 3 months
• Protein powder used in the recipe is Protein Supplies Australia WPI Fast Release protein powders
• You can buy online from www.proteinsuppliesaustralia.com.au 
• Use the Discount code psafriendsofhollys at checkout to get a 10% discount

Disclaimer: C4K Kitchen does not hold any responsibility for the consumer using this recipe including the storage guidelines and time frames recommended in the recipe notes. The consumer holds all responsibilities to ensure that food hygiene and safety standards are adhered to.

Protein Enriched Dahl

Serves: 6 Bariatric serves

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons butter
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 1/2 celery stalk, finely diced
• 1 small carrot, finely diced
• 4 garlic cloves, finely diced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 2 teaspoons ground turmeric 
• 2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to your tastes)
• 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
• 1 small zucchini, finely diced
• 100g pumpkin, finely diced 
• 400g can lentils, drained and rinsed
• 2 vegetable stock cubes
• 2 scoops (60g) pure protein powder

Method: 

• In a heavy based saucepan melt the butter and sauté the onion, celery, carrot and garlic for 2-3 minutes or until the onion softens
• Add in all the dried spices and the fresh ginger and fry off until aromatic, approximately 1-2 minutes 
• Add the zucchini, pumpkin, lentils and stock cubes then top with 2 1/2 cups water
• Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to a very gentle simmer for 60 minutes
• Place the protein powder in with 1/3 cup water in a blender and process until smooth
• Remove the Dahl from the heat then stir the protein mixture through the Dahl until well combined.

Nutritional Value per serve:

• Calories: 136
• Total fat: 4.2g
• Total carbohydrates: 15.4g
• Sugars: 2.4g
• Protein: 12.4g

Recipe Notes:

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days
• This recipe is freezer friendly to be consumed within 6 months
• Protein powder used in the recipe is Protein Supplies Australia WPI Fast Release protein powders
• You can buy online from www.proteinsuppliesaustralia.com.au 
• Use the Discount code psafriendsofhollys at checkout to get a 10% discount

Disclaimer: C4K Kitchen does not hold any responsibility for the consumer using this recipe including the storage guidelines and time frames recommended in the recipe notes. The consumer holds all responsibilities to ensure that food hygiene and safety standards are adhered to.

Chicken Corn Soup 

Makes: 4 portions or 10 Bariatric portions:

Ingredients:

• 600g chicken thigh fillers
• 400g can creamed corn
• 1 leek, diced
• 1 celery stalk, finely diced
• 1 carrot, finely diced 
• 4 garlic cloves, finely diced 
• 4 cups chicken stock

Method:

• Place all ingredients in a large soup pot and bring to a gentle simmer
• Simmer for 15-20 minutes
• Remove the chicken fillets and roughly chop
• Return the chicken to the soup pot mixing well then serve

Nutritional Value per portion (10):

• Calories: 137
• Total fat: 5.4g
• Total carbohydrates: 8.9g
• Protein: 13.1g

Recipe Notes: 

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 2 days
• This recipe is freezer friendly to be consumed within 6 months 
• This recipe is free fluid and puree phase friendly just place in a high powered blender and process until perfectly smooth

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Cheese Stuffed Meatballs

Makes: 12

Ingredients:

• 500g lean beef mince
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon celery salt 
• 12 bambini bocconcini bells

Method: 

• Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and line a tray with baking paper
• In a small mixing bowl evenly massage the garlic powder and celery salt through the mince
• Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions 
• Flatten one portion of the mince into a disc about 1cm thick
• Place the bamini bocconcini in the middle of the mince
• Spread the mixture around the cheese bell to ensure it is fully covered and press to seal the cheese well
• Repeat with the remaining ingredients
• Dampen your hands and roll each meatball one last time to give a nice smooth finish 
• Place the meatballs on the baking tray and bake for 20 minutes
• Serve as desired

Nutritional Value per Meatball: 

• Calories: 177
• Total fat: 3.5g
• Total carbohydrates: 0.2g
• Protein: 14.8g

Recipe Notes:

• Store covered in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days 
• This recipe is freezer friendly either cooked or uncooked to be consumed within 6 months 
• Also delicious simmered in a can of condensed tomato soup instead of oven baking.

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