Simple Recipes - Apple Pie Oatmeal (#SimpleSunday)

When fall arrives, it always gets me in the mood for warm comfort foods.  Problem is, some of those foods are packed with calories and fat.  I created a guiltless version of a classic favorite that tastes delicious, satisfies my sweet tooth and is nutritious all at the same time.  Who doesn’t love apple pie? Apple Pie Oatmeal is simple to prepare. 

You will need the following ingredients:

• ¼ cup dry Steel Cut Oatmeal (or quick oats if you want a faster preparation)
• 1 Honeycrisp Apple (if you have a favorite kind, substitute it)
• 1 tsp. Coconut Oil
• Powdered Cinnamon
• Light Milk
• Vermont Maple Syrup or Honey

Preparation:

1. Prepare the Steel Cut oats as directed.  I prepared with water.  Cooking time is approx 25-30 mins.  Quick oats are obviously quicker.
2. Heat a skillet and add coconut oil.
3. Cut apple into thin slices.
4. Once skillet is hot, add apples and sprinkle on cinnamon.  Let cook for approximately 10 minutes.  Flip apples to get a nice sear on both sides.
5. When the oats are close to done, add a splash (about ¼ cup) of milk to make oats a bit creamier.  Mix and let simmer.
6. Put oatmeal in a bowl, top with apples and add 1 tsp of Vermont maple syrup or honey.
7. Enjoy this guilt free version of Apple Pie!

I made this recipe with all organic ingredients, but you can prepare to your liking.

Nutritional Information:

Calories: 301.1

Fat: 5.3 grams

Carbs: 43.8 grams

Fiber: 6 grams

Protein: 4.5 grams

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Simple ways to stick with your workout routine (#SimpleSunday) – By Shannon

Deciding to workout is one thing, but actually sticking to it and making it a daily routine is another.  Here are some simple ways to make health and fitness part of your life for the long haul.

Find a workout that you love!  There are endless workouts out there, so find one you really enjoy doing. Once your workout becomes a chore, it will be very hard to find the motivation to keep going.  For example, I don’t really like running very much.  If I decided to run every day as my workout, and do nothing else, I would last about two weeks and then be done with it.  On the other hand, I really like circuit training mixed with weight training – it keeps it interesting for me.  Be honest with yourself about what you like to do, mix it up and try different things.

Find a workout that fits in your life!  If you have a jam-packed schedule, a 2 hour a day workout will likely not work well for you.  And if you do try and squeeze it in, the effort will probably not last long.  There are SO many workouts out there, so find one that works for you.  Can’t seem to get yourself to the gym?  Try an at home workout.  Don’t have a lot of time?  Find a condensed workout that produces great results in a shorter period of time.  I recently started doing Focus T25, and it fits perfectly into my life.  It is only 25 minutes a day/5 days a week, and I can do it in the privacy of my own home.  I never have an excuse not to do it! 

Don’t fixate on the number on the scale!  You are not defined by a number, so stop stressing over it!!  As you lose fat, gain muscle and retain water, that number can fluctuate.  If you are focus only on that, it will do nothing but frustrate you.  Take progress photos and measurements, it will let you better understand the changes that are happening in your body.  As you keep making progress, you can reflect on the pictures of your “old self” and motivate yourself to keep pushing forward.

Eat Clean!  You’ve heard it before, abs are made in the kitchen.  Don’t sabotage your workout efforts by eating a crappy diet.  I strongly suggest you track your food in My Fitness Pal.  It is a great way to understand exactly what you are eating and how it breaks down (macronutrients).  Different macronutrient percentages (protein, carbs, fat) will produce different results – so if you get the right mix you will see results faster.  I’m a strong believer in moderation.  If you eat clean 80% of the time, you have a little more flexibility with the other 20%.  I workout hard and eat pretty clean during the week and then indulge a little more on the weekends. If you see the progress of your hard work, you are much more likely to stick with it!

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