It’s salty, smoky and sweet and is now undergoing a massive culinary explosion the world over. When paired with a meal, it enhances the dish. We are talking about bacon, of course! Its taste is legendary but it has always come with warning signs. However, this mouth-watering meat has numerous health benefits and can prove to be a good addition to your diet. Here are 5 reasons … [Read more...]
Mini Bunless Cheeseburger Bites
Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Savory Cheeseburger Stick 1 Colby Jack Cheese Stick Additional Ingredients: Lettuce Pickle Slices Cherry Tomatoes Bacon Instructions: Heat the Savory Cheeseburger stick in the microwave. Once heated, remove from bag slice into 6-8 pieces and place on a plate. Slice lettuce, cheese, and bacon into bite size pieces. Halve the cherry … [Read more...]
Pork Rind Nachos
Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Mozzarella String Cheese or Colby Jack Cheese Stick Additional Ingredients: Pork rinds Sliced jalapenos Bacon bits Instructions: Place pork rinds in a single layer on a small plate. Slice or shred cheese and place on top of pork rinds along with sliced jalapenos and bacon bits as desired. Microwave until cheese is melted and … [Read more...]
Bacon Cheeseburger Salad
Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Angus Burger Additional Ingredients: Leafy greens of your choice Red onion Bacon bits Cheese of your choice Instructions: Cut red onion and leafy greens to desired size. Place into a bowl and set to the side./li> Heat your Angus Burger in the microwave and then place cheese on top to melt. Cut Angus Burger into small … [Read more...]
Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad
You'll love the blend of smoky bacon bits with our Fajita Chicken Strips in this salad idea from Christine in California. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Bag Fajita Chicken Strips Additional Ingredients: Spring salad mix Cherry tomatoes Sliced mushrooms Sliced, pre-packaged assorted bell peppers Small package of bacon bits Ranch Dressing Instructions: Heat up the … [Read more...]
Broccoli Salad
This beautiful emerald-green salad tastes divine—and is SO healthy for you! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Bag of Broccoli 1 Bag of Roasted Almonds (you’ll just need a handful) Additional Ingredients: Full-fat mayonnaise Bacon bits Red Onion Instructions: Heat broccoli in the microwave. Once heated, place broccoli in a bowl. Slice desired amount of red onion and … [Read more...]
Zesty Tender Nachos
Say yes to big flavor with our spin on Nachos! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Zesty Tenders Additional Ingredients (add to taste): Cheddar cheese Bacon bits Green onions Jalapeno slices (optional) Instructions: Heat Zesty Tenders in the microwave. Once heated, remove from bag and place on a plate. Sprinkle cheese, bacon bits, green onions, and jalapeno slices over … [Read more...]
Protein-Packed Good Morning Egg Muffins
Serve up these easy to prepare protein-packed Egg Muffins for breakfast, appetizers, or snacks— your family will love these delicious and portable meals. Protein Egg Muffin Ingredients: 1 dozen eggs, whisked 12 ounces cooked bacon or ham, diced 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1/2 cup diced red peppers Dried basil and oregano, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup … [Read more...]
Lemon Dill Chicken & Brussels Sprouts
Do you like dill? We sure do! This Creative Food Idea comes from Judy in Florida. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Bag Grilled Chicken Breast 1 Bag Brussels Sprouts Additional Ingredients: Fresh Dill Lemon Juice Squeeze Garlic Bacon Bits Instructions: Heat up the Grilled Chicken and Brussels Sprouts in the microwave. Lay dill on top of the chicken and drizzle with … [Read more...]
Awesome Super Bowl Sunday Munchies
Try these awesome Super Bowl munchies-- whether your team wins or loses, they won't make you want to toss the scale into the trash Monday morning! Bacon Jalapeno Deviled Eggs Ingredients: 6 eggs 2 pieces of cooked bacon, finely chopped (leave some pieces behind for garnishing) ¼ cup mayo 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño (leave some pieces behind for garnishing) ⅛ teaspoon smoked … [Read more...]