Meatloaf Stuffed Bell Peppers

Hey Loves!

One of the meals I used to hate as a kid was meatloaf, but as I have grown older I have learned to love it! I am always trying to come up with new ways to re-create it and make it better! I also like to, when I can, make things into "mini" forms haha! These mini individual meatloaf's are TO DIE FOR! 

Serves 6 - 230 Calories & 6 WW PointsPlus


Ingredients:

• 6 Medium bell peppers
• 1.5 Pounds lean ground turkey
• 3 Tbsp flat leaf parsley chopped
• 1 Medium white onion diced
• 3 Cloves garlic diced
• 1 Tsp salt
• 1 Tsp pepper 
• 1 Tbsp dried oregano
• 2 oz Tomato paste
• 1 Egg
• 1 tsp Paprika

 Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F
2. Mix all ingredients together except bell peppers
3. Remove tops and core bell peppers
4. Stuff with meatloaf mixture with at least 1/2 inch of room at the top left.
5. Cook at 400°F for 20 minutes then turn down to 375°F 20-30 more minutes
6. Remove from oven and let sit for 3 minutes and then enjoy!

Hope you think these are as yummy as I do! If you remake any of my recipes please tag them with #foodcourtt and make sure to follow me on instagram @foodcourtt!

Happy Creating!

XO, Courtney
 

Josephine's - Family Recipe !

Hey All!

So today I am sharing this recipe that is near and dear to my heart! It might not be very complex, but it def packs the flavor and is the PERFECT party pleaser! This recipe has been in my family for years and every time I have it, it brings me back to so many family memories! I have been really homesick here in San Diego lately so it was nice to make this at our party last weekend and bring me a little closer to home! This is a great make ahead appetizer to save time and be able to entertain and enjoy the party at the same time and did I mention it's GREAT for football parties?! GO NINERS!

Makes 15-20 pieces depending on your bread length (1 Slice) - 85 Calories & 2 WW PointsPlus
Ingredients:

• 3/4 Cup pepper jack cheese
• 1/2 Cup mayonnaise
• 4 Ounce can of green chillies
• 2 Baguettes (sliced)

Steps:

1. Pre-heat oven and turn on broil
2. Mix all of of the ingredients together in a bowl, besides the bread.
3. Scope 1/2-1 Tbsp of mixture onto each piece of bread and place on cookie sheet. (If you put too much on it will all just melt off)
4. Place in broiler (keep an eye on them because they can burn FAST) shouldn't take more than 3-5 minutes until lightly browned.
5. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

I hope you all can indulge and enjoy on this AMAZING appetizer while spending time with the ones you love! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @FoodCourtt and Twitter @FoodCourtt27

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Happy Creating!

xo, Courtney

Coconut Lime Chicken Skewers

Hey Guys!

So the first week I cooked for my clients I made them this dish, and unfortunately I never even tried it! AHHH bad chef, I know! But they kept on telling me how amazing it was so I decided to try to make it again and this time for Joe and I! If I do say so myself this was scrumdidlyumptous! Haha this dish will NOT disappoint! It is kind of high in WW Points but I believe its totally worth it!!

Serves 2 - 417 Calories & 11 WW PointsPlus

Ingredients:

• Zest of 1.5 limes
• 1 Tsp paprika
• 1 Tsp chili powder
• 1 Tsp kosher salt
• 2 Limes juiced
• 1/2 Tsp black pepper
• 5 oz Coconut milk
• 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 Cloves of crushed garlic
• 2 Boneless skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

1. Mixing all of of the ingredients together in a bowl, besides the chicken, whisk together thoroughly.
2. Cut chicken into strips to be able to skewer later (I got 3 strips per breast).
3. Submerge the chicken strips into the marinade and place into fridge for 30 minutes to no more than 3 hours.
4. After your desired marinate time take the chicken out and put onto skewers and pre-heat the grill.
5. SAVE THE MARINADE - it becomes the most delicious sauce!
6. Grill the chicken on the skewers for 6-7 minutes per side. Should be no more than 15 minute total cook time.
7. While your chicken is grilling and almost done, pour the marinade into a pot and bring to a boil on the stove while CONTINUOUSLY stirring it (it will burn, trust me).
8. Let the sauce boil for a solid 3 minutes while stirring it.
9. Then using a mesh strainer, pour the sauce into a bowl and create a silky smooth sauce!
10. Take chicken off of the grill and let sit for 3-5 minutes then serve with sauce and lime slices!

ENJOY! It is seriously finger licking good!

Happy Creating

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xxx Court

Turkey Apple Bacon Burgers!

Hey Guys!

Sorry it has been so long since I have posted. A lot has happened to me in the last couple of months! I had a new job then it got to be really overwhelming because I had THREE. I moved to a new apartment. And now I am just anticipating a response from my last interview at a property management company! I currently am a new personal chef! I have 4 clients. It truly is amazing to do what you LOVE for work! Anyways, the people I cook for are Paleo Peeps so I will be posting lots of the recipes I have been cooking up for them. Also I will be starting a YouTube Channel with cooking videos in the future! I am going to commit to putting as much focus onto this blog as I can because it truly is something that makes me happy! Be sure to follow me on Instagram @FoodCourtt for the latest news and recipes. I have some giveaways that will be coming up as well!

So here is my BOMB recipe! BTW, Joe said it was "bomb" and that's rare so I am completely soaking every ounce of that up!!

8 Burgers - 217 Calories & 5 WW PointsPlus (Add points and calories for the bun and condiments)

Ingredients:

• 2 Apples (red or yellow preferably)
• 1 Package (12 oz) of turkey bacon
• 1-1.5 lbs of ground turkey
• 2 Cloves of garllic
• 1 Tsp pepper
• 1/2 Tsp salt
• 2 Tsp paprika
• 2 Tsp chili powder

Steps:

1. Pre-Heat Oven to 400°F
2. Place all of the turkey bacon on a sheet tray and cook in oven for 10-20 minutes until desired crispiness is achieved.
3. While bacon is cooking grate 2 apples into a bowl big enough to fit all ingredients. 
4. Add all of the ingredients, including cooked bacon and mix together making sure NOT to over mix.
5. Form 8 patties and place in fridge for 5-10 minutes to help them hold their shape.
6. Grill 6-7 minutes per side & ENJOY!

These Burgers were SOOOO good! They would be good plain or with a lettuce "bun" to be more figure friendly! They also are a great make ahead meal to freeze for the hectic weekdays and pop in an oven at 350°F for 15 minutes or so! Make sure to tag all of my recipes you re-create with #FoodCourtt!

Thank You!

Happy Creating!

Kale, Herb & Avocado Couscous Salad!

Hey Everyone!

Looks like St. Patrick's Day food but REALLLLLY good! haha

Happy Meatless Monday! I hope you all stuck with the plan today and are planning on trying something new tomorrow for TRY NEW TUESDAY!!! Joe keeps complaining that I am not filling him up every night so I have been trying to make more fibrous foods to keep him full! I also am working on making kale more tasty and this recipe is delicious and boyfriend approved! I hope you all enjoy it and continue on your week 1 plan! xxxCourt

6 Servings (About 1 Cup) - 218 Calories & 6 WW PointsPlus

Ingredients:
Sauce -

• 1/2 Cup Chopped Kale
• 1/4 Bunch of Chopped Cilantro
• 1/4 Bunch of Chopped Parsley
• 1/4 Medium Chopped Onion
• 1/2 Large Diced Avocado
• 2 Cloves Pressed/Grated Garlic
• 1/4 Chopped Green Bell Pepper
• 1 tsp Mustard
• 1 Lime Juiced & Zested
• 1 Lemon Juiced
• 2 tsp EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil)
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Seasoning Salt
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• Optional - 1/2 - 1 Jalapeno 

Salad -

• 1 Cup Couscous (Whole Wheat if Possible)
• 1 Cup Low-Sodium Chicken/Veggie Stock
• 8 Cherry Tomatoes 
• 1/4 Cup of Corn
• 1/8 Cup Toasted Plain Slivered Almonds

Steps:

1. Place all of the "Sauce" ingredients in food processor or blender and blend until smooth and VERY green! (it is a little frightening haha)
2. Bring 1 cup of broth to boil and once it starts to boil add couscous to it and stir then cover and take off the heat. Let sit for 10 minutes and fluff with a fork when its done.
3. Cut cherry tomatoes into thirds (or halves but I prefer thirds) and along with the corn mix into the couscous.
4. To toast almonds place in saute pan on med/high heat until golden brown and fragrant and fold into or sprinkle on with some parm. cheese on top of the couscous (optional of course (: ).
5. Mix in the sauce and chill for a minimum of 30 minutes and then serve and enjoy!!

**This sauce would also taste good on other types of pasta!

Happy Creating!