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Daily Targets

Weekly Overview · David Minney
Monday
1926cal172gprotein179gcarbs58gfat28gfibre
Tuesday
1929cal165gprotein171gcarbs65gfat17gfibre
Wednesday
1923cal171gprotein177gcarbs59gfat24gfibre
Thursday
1928cal161gprotein177gcarbs64gfat18gfibre
Friday
1923cal171gprotein168gcarbs63gfat22gfibre
Saturday
1929cal164gprotein181gcarbs61gfat22gfibre
Sunday
1930cal172gprotein180gcarbs58gfat17gfibre
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Monday Meal Plan

David Minney
Daily Totals
1926cal172gprotein179gcarbs58gfat28gfibre
Pre workout
Honey10 g33 cal
Banana, Single1 medium (~118 g)116 cal
Meal Totals
144cal1gprotein35gcarbs0gfat3gfibre
NoteConsume 30-60 minutes prior to training. Adjust timing as needed. SKIP IF NOT TRAINING
Lunch12:00 PM
Grilled Chicken (Oz)6 oz246 cal
White Rice (Cooked)150 grams189 cal
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)100 grams40 cal
Olive Oil20 g180 cal
Seasonings1 to taste0 cal
Meal Totals
654cal53gprotein52gcarbs26gfat7gfibre
Snack3:00 PM
Cottage Cheese 1%150 grams157 cal
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries120 grams53 cal
Meal Totals
208cal22gprotein21gcarbs4gfat2gfibre
Dinner7:00 PMChicken & Sweet Potato Bowl
Grilled Chicken (Oz)8 oz328 cal
Sweet Potato (Gm)(Uncooked)200 grams188 cal
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)150 grams60 cal
Olive Oil12 g108 cal
Seasonings0 to taste0 cal
Fat Free Plain Greek Yogurt50 grams28 cal
Meal Totals
708cal76gprotein56gcarbs20gfat13gfibre
Snack8:30 PM
Barebells Protein Bars1 bar212 cal
Meal Totals
212cal20gprotein15gcarbs8gfat3gfibre
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Tuesday Meal Plan

David Minney
Daily Totals
1929cal165gprotein171gcarbs65gfat17gfibre
Lunch12:00 PM
Olive Oil20 g180 cal
White Rice (Cooked)150 grams189 cal
Seasonings1 to taste0 cal
Grilled Chicken (Oz)6 oz246 cal
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)100 grams40 cal
Meal Totals
654cal53gprotein52gcarbs26gfat7gfibre
Pre workout
Honey10 g33 cal
Banana, Single1 medium (~118 g)116 cal
Meal Totals
144cal1gprotein35gcarbs0gfat3gfibre
NoteConsume 30-60 minutes prior to training. Adjust timing as needed. SKIP IF NOT TRAINING
Snack3:00 PM
Cottage Cheese 1%150 grams157 cal
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries120 grams53 cal
Meal Totals
208cal22gprotein21gcarbs4gfat2gfibre
Dinner7:00 PM
Old El Paso Soft Taco2 wrap181 cal
93/7 Lean Ground Beef (Cooked)8 oz368 cal
Low Fat Shredded Cheese20 grams64 cal
Sour Cream - Light20 grams23 cal
Romaine/Cos Lettuce50 g11 cal
White Rice (Cooked)50 grams63 cal
Meal Totals
711cal69gprotein48gcarbs27gfat2gfibre
Snack8:30 PM
Barebells Protein Bars1 bar212 cal
Meal Totals
212cal20gprotein15gcarbs8gfat3gfibre
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Wednesday Meal Plan

David Minney
Daily Totals
1923cal171gprotein177gcarbs59gfat24gfibre
Pre workout
Banana, Single1 medium (~118 g)116 cal
Honey10 g33 cal
Meal Totals
144cal1gprotein35gcarbs0gfat3gfibre
NoteConsume 30-60 minutes prior to training. Adjust timing as needed. SKIP IF NOT TRAINING
Lunch12:00 PM
Olive Oil20 g180 cal
White Rice (Cooked)150 grams189 cal
Seasonings1 to taste0 cal
Grilled Chicken (Oz)6 oz246 cal
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)100 grams40 cal
Meal Totals
654cal53gprotein52gcarbs26gfat7gfibre
Snack3:00 PM
Cottage Cheese 1%150 grams157 cal
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries120 grams53 cal
Meal Totals
208cal22gprotein21gcarbs4gfat2gfibre
Dinner7:00 PMChicken Stir Fry
Onion (Gm)80 g35 cal
Bell Pepper100 g31 cal
Spinach (Gm)50 g15 cal
Broccoli (gm)100 g41 cal
Soy Sauce, Low Sodium (tbsp)3 tbsp24 cal
Olive Oil12 g108 cal
Grilled Chicken (Oz)8 oz328 cal
White Rice (Cooked)100 grams126 cal
Meal Totals
705cal75gprotein54gcarbs21gfat9gfibre
Snack8:30 PM
Barebells Protein Bars1 bar212 cal
Meal Totals
212cal20gprotein15gcarbs8gfat3gfibre
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Thursday Meal Plan

David Minney
Daily Totals
1928cal161gprotein177gcarbs64gfat18gfibre
Pre workout
Banana, Single1 medium (~118 g)116 cal
Honey10 g33 cal
Meal Totals
144cal1gprotein35gcarbs0gfat3gfibre
NoteConsume 30-60 minutes prior to training. Adjust timing as needed. SKIP IF NOT TRAINING
Lunch12:00 PM
Olive Oil20 g180 cal
White Rice (Cooked)150 grams189 cal
Seasonings1 to taste0 cal
Grilled Chicken (Oz)6 oz246 cal
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)100 grams40 cal
Meal Totals
654cal53gprotein52gcarbs26gfat7gfibre
Snack3:00 PM
Cottage Cheese 1%150 grams157 cal
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries120 grams53 cal
Meal Totals
208cal22gprotein21gcarbs4gfat2gfibre
Dinner7:00 PMKorean Beef & Potato Bowl
93/7 Lean Ground Beef (Cooked)8 oz368 cal
Green Beans100 g37 cal
Olive Oil10 g90 cal
Soy Sauce, Low Sodium (tbsp)1 tbsp8 cal
Honey8 g26 cal
Rice Vinegar10 ML0 cal
Garlic Powder0.5 tsp6 cal
Ginger (Ground)(tsp)0.25 tsp2 cal
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes0.25 tsp0 cal
Roasted Potatoes180 grams173 cal
Meal Totals
710cal65gprotein54gcarbs26gfat3gfibre
Snack8:30 PM
Barebells Protein Bars1 bar212 cal
Meal Totals
212cal20gprotein15gcarbs8gfat3gfibre
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Friday Meal Plan

David Minney
Daily Totals
1923cal171gprotein168gcarbs63gfat22gfibre
Pre workout
Banana, Single1 medium (~118 g)116 cal
Honey10 g33 cal
Meal Totals
144cal1gprotein35gcarbs0gfat3gfibre
NoteConsume 30-60 minutes prior to training. Adjust timing as needed. SKIP IF NOT TRAINING
Lunch12:00 PM
Olive Oil20 g180 cal
White Rice (Cooked)150 grams189 cal
Seasonings1 to taste0 cal
Grilled Chicken (Oz)6 oz246 cal
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)100 grams40 cal
Meal Totals
654cal53gprotein52gcarbs26gfat7gfibre
Snack3:00 PM
Cottage Cheese 1%150 grams157 cal
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries120 grams53 cal
Meal Totals
208cal22gprotein21gcarbs4gfat2gfibre
Dinner7:00 PMSide Salad
Filet Mignon (Cooked)8 oz446 cal
Sweet Potato (cooked)(Gm)120 g105 cal
Romaine/Cos Lettuce150 g31 cal
Cherry Tomatoes80 grams31 cal
Cucumber100 g18 cal
Red Onion (gm)50 grams19 cal
Red Wine Vinegar2 tsp4 cal
Olive Oil6 g54 cal
Meal Totals
705cal75gprotein45gcarbs25gfat7gfibre
Snack8:30 PM
Barebells Protein Bars1 bar212 cal
Meal Totals
212cal20gprotein15gcarbs8gfat3gfibre
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Saturday Meal Plan

David Minney
Daily Totals
1929cal164gprotein181gcarbs61gfat22gfibre
Pre workout
Banana, Single1 medium (~118 g)116 cal
Honey10 g33 cal
Meal Totals
144cal1gprotein35gcarbs0gfat3gfibre
NoteConsume 30-60 minutes prior to training. Adjust timing as needed. SKIP IF NOT TRAINING
Lunch12:00 PMChicken Caesar Salad
Romaine/Cos Lettuce100 g21 cal
Croutons30 grams133 cal
Grated Parmesan Cheese10 grams43 cal
LifeSmart 55% Less Fat Caesar Dressing30 ml70 cal
Sweet Potato (cooked)(Gm)120 g105 cal
Grilled Chicken (Oz)5.5 oz226 cal
Olive Oil6 g54 cal
Meal Totals
653cal54gprotein53gcarbs25gfat5gfibre
Snack3:00 PM
Cottage Cheese 1%150 grams157 cal
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries120 grams53 cal
Meal Totals
208cal22gprotein21gcarbs4gfat2gfibre
Dinner7:00 PM
Dave's Killer Burger Buns2 Bun318 cal
93/7 Lean Ground Beef (Cooked)7 oz322 cal
Low Fat Shredded Cheese20 grams64 cal
Iceberg Lettuce (Leaf)2 Leaf (med - 8gm)3 cal
Tomato (Slices)2 Slice (~20gm)10 cal
Meal Totals
712cal67gprotein57gcarbs24gfat9gfibre
Snack8:30 PM
Barebells Protein Bars1 bar212 cal
Meal Totals
212cal20gprotein15gcarbs8gfat3gfibre
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Sunday Meal Plan

David Minney
Daily Totals
1930cal172gprotein180gcarbs58gfat17gfibre
Pre workout
Banana, Single1 medium (~118 g)116 cal
Honey10 g33 cal
Meal Totals
144cal1gprotein35gcarbs0gfat3gfibre
NoteConsume 30-60 minutes prior to training. Adjust timing as needed. SKIP IF NOT TRAINING
Lunch12:00 PMChicken Caesar Salad
Romaine/Cos Lettuce100 g21 cal
Croutons30 grams133 cal
Grated Parmesan Cheese10 grams43 cal
LifeSmart 55% Less Fat Caesar Dressing30 ml70 cal
Sweet Potato (cooked)(Gm)120 g105 cal
Grilled Chicken (Oz)5.5 oz226 cal
Olive Oil6 g54 cal
Meal Totals
653cal54gprotein53gcarbs25gfat5gfibre
Snack3:00 PM
Cottage Cheese 1%150 grams157 cal
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries120 grams53 cal
Meal Totals
208cal22gprotein21gcarbs4gfat2gfibre
Dinner7:00 PMLemon Parmesan Chicken & Rice
Seasonings0 to taste0 cal
Olive Oil8 g72 cal
Water (ml)96 ml0 cal
Fat Free Evaporated Milk35 grams24 cal
Parmigiano Reggiano15 grams60 cal
Grilled Chicken (Oz)8 oz328 cal
White Rice (Cooked)180 grams227 cal
Meal Totals
713cal75gprotein56gcarbs21gfat4gfibre
Snack8:30 PM
Barebells Protein Bars1 bar212 cal
Meal Totals
212cal20gprotein15gcarbs8gfat3gfibre
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lunch Options

David Minney
lunch Option #1
93/7 Lean Ground Beef (Cooked)7 oz322 cal
White Rice (Cooked)150 grams189 cal
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)120 grams48 cal
Olive Oil10 g90 cal
Seasonings0 to taste0 cal
Meal Totals
644cal54gprotein53gcarbs24gfat8gfibre
lunch Option #2Southwest Chipotle Beef Wraps
93/7 Lean Ground Beef (Cooked)6 oz276 cal
Mixed Vegetables (No Brocolli/Asparagus)150 grams60 cal
Stubb's Barbecue Sauce30 grams26 cal
Seasonings0 to taste0 cal
La Tortilla Factory - Low Carb Wraps2 tortilla152 cal
Black Beans40 g57 cal
White Rice (Cooked)60 grams75 cal
Meal Totals
644cal58gprotein58gcarbs20gfat11gfibre
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dinner Options

David Minney
dinner Option #1
Sirloin Steak - Cooked8 oz389 cal
Pasta (Cooked)(gm)120 grams188 cal
Tomato Pasta Sauce (Red)80 grams36 cal
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)100 grams40 cal
Olive Oil6 g54 cal
Meal Totals
714cal77gprotein52gcarbs22gfat9gfibre
dinner Option #2Beef Chilli
93/7 Ground Beef (Raw)10 oz410 cal
Chicken Stock0.5 cup6 cal
Diced Tomatoes - Canned (14.5Oz Can)0.5 can50 cal
Black Beans - Canned (15.5Oz Can)0.25 can114 cal
Onion0.5 medium (~110 g)24 cal
Dry Spices (Your Choice)1 serving0 cal
White Rice (Cooked)80 grams101 cal
Meal Totals
705cal69gprotein60gcarbs21gfat5gfibre
dinner Option #3Garlic Soy Steak Noodle Bowl
Flank Steak - (Cooked)7 oz355 cal
Pasta (Cooked)(gm)120 grams188 cal
Broccoli (gm)120 g49 cal
Bell Pepper120 g37 cal
Soy Sauce, Low Sodium (tbsp)1 tbsp8 cal
Garlic10 g17 cal
Ginger (Ground)(tsp)1 tsp7 cal
Sesame Oil (Tsp)1 tsp45 cal
Meal Totals
706cal69gprotein58gcarbs22gfat20gfibre
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snack Options

David Minney
snack Option #1
Biltong - Beef Jerky40 grams130 cal
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries180 grams80 cal
Meal Totals
209cal24gprotein17gcarbs5gfat7gfibre
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pre workout Options

David Minney
pre workout Option #1
Rice Cakes (Your Choice Flavor)2 Rice cake98 cal
Honey15 g50 cal
Meal Totals
144cal2gprotein34gcarbs0gfat2gfibre
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Shopping List

Everything for the week · David Minney
Food ItemAmount
93/7 Lean Ground Beef (Cooked)23 oz
Banana, Single7 medium (~118 g)
Barebells Protein Bars7 bar
Bell Pepper100 g
Broccoli (gm)100 g
Cherry Tomatoes80 grams
Cottage Cheese 1%1050 grams
Croutons60 grams
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes0.3 tsp
Cucumber100 g
Dave's Killer Burger Buns2 Bun
Fat Free Evaporated Milk35 grams
Fat Free Plain Greek Yogurt50 grams
Filet Mignon (Cooked)8 oz
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries840 grams
Garlic Powder0.5 tsp
Ginger (Ground)(tsp)0.3 tsp
Grated Parmesan Cheese20 grams
Green Beans100 g
Grilled Chicken (Oz)65 oz
Honey78 g
Iceberg Lettuce (Leaf)2 Leaf (med - 8gm)
LifeSmart 55% Less Fat Caesar Dressing60 ml
Low Fat Shredded Cheese40 grams
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)650 grams
Old El Paso Soft Taco2 wrap
Olive Oil160 g
Onion (Gm)80 g
Parmigiano Reggiano15 grams
Red Onion (gm)50 grams
Red Wine Vinegar2 tsp
Rice Vinegar10 ML
Roasted Potatoes180 grams
Romaine/Cos Lettuce400 g
Seasonings5 to taste
Sour Cream - Light20 grams
Soy Sauce, Low Sodium (tbsp)4 tbsp
Spinach (Gm)50 g
Sweet Potato (cooked)(Gm)360 g
Sweet Potato (Gm)(Uncooked)200 grams
Tomato (Slices)2 Slice (~20gm)
Water (ml)96 ml
White Rice (Cooked)1080 grams
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Options Shopping List

Extra meal options · David Minney
Food ItemAmount
93/7 Ground Beef (Raw)10 oz
93/7 Lean Ground Beef (Cooked)13 oz
Bell Pepper120 g
Biltong - Beef Jerky40 grams
Black Beans40 g
Black Beans - Canned (15.5Oz Can)0.3 can
Broccoli (gm)120 g
Chicken Stock0.5 cup
Diced Tomatoes - Canned (14.5Oz Can)0.5 can
Dry Spices (Your Choice)1 serving
Flank Steak - (Cooked)7 oz
Fresh/Frozen Mixed Berries180 grams
Garlic10 g
Ginger (Ground)(tsp)1 tsp
Honey15 g
La Tortilla Factory - Low Carb Wraps2 tortilla
Mixed Vegetables (No Brocolli/Asparagus)150 grams
Mixed Vegetables (Your Choice)220 grams
Olive Oil16 g
Onion0.5 medium (~110 g)
Pasta (Cooked)(gm)240 grams
Rice Cakes (Your Choice Flavor)2 Rice cake
Sesame Oil (Tsp)1 tsp
Sirloin Steak - Cooked8 oz
Soy Sauce, Low Sodium (tbsp)1 tbsp
Stubb's Barbecue Sauce30 grams
Tomato Pasta Sauce (Red)80 grams
White Rice (Cooked)290 grams
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Recipe Details

How to make them · David Minney
Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowl

Roast cubed sweet potatoes at 425°F for 25–30 minutes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, then pan-sear or air-fry until cooked and slice.

Roast or sauté your veggies with simple seasoning in olive oil.

Greek Yogurt Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil.

Assemble the bowl with sweet potato, chicken, veggies, and drizzle with the yogurt sauce.

Seasonings: Salt (Dash) (2 dash), Black Pepper (Dash) (2 dash), Lemon Juice (5 g), Paprika (Ground) (1 tsp), Garlic Powder (1 tsp).

Chicken Stir Fry

NOTE: Chicken is weighed out COOKED

1. **Prepare Vegetables**

* Slice the onion and green pepper into thin strips.

* Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.

* Rinse the spinach and set aside.

2. **Sauté the Base**

* Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

* Add onions and peppers first, cooking for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.

3. **Add Broccoli**

* Toss in the broccoli florets and continue stir-frying for another 4–5 minutes until bright green and tendercrisp.

4. **Add Chicken**

* Slice the pre-cooked chicken breast into strips or cubes.

* Add it to the skillet and stir well to combine with the veggies.

5. **Season with Soy Sauce**

* Pour in the low-sodium soy sauce.

* Stir everything together and let it cook for 2–3 minutes so the flavors blend.

6. **Finish with Spinach**

Korean Beef & Potato Bowl

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Toss purple potatoes with olive oil and a pinch of salt.

3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast 20–25 minutes until tender and slightly crisp.

4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add ground beef.

5. Cook 3–4 minutes until heated through and lightly browned.

6. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ginger, and chili flakes.

7. Pour sauce into the skillet with beef and cook 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

8. Steam or sauté green beans or broccoli until tender.

9. Plate potatoes, top with Korean-style beef and vegetables.

Side Salad

1. Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly, then chop into bite-sized pieces.

2. Slice cherry tomatoes in half.

3. Peel and slice cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons.

4. Thinly slice the red onion.

5. In a large bowl, combine romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

6. In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar and olive oil.

7. Pour dressing over the salad and toss evenly until lightly coated.

8. Season with salt and pepper to taste if desired.

9. Serve immediately for best texture.

Chicken Caesar Salad

Chop fresh romaine/cos lettuce and add to a large bowl

Toss with Caesar dressing until evenly coated

Add grated parmesan cheese

Sprinkle in croutons for crunch

Top with cooked chicken breast and toss lightly before serving

Lemon Parmesan Chicken & Rice

1) Mix together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder to make your lemon pepper marinade. Add in your chicken breast (flatten/tenderize first) and let marinate for 30 minutes

2) Rinse rice in a mesh strainer under cold water for 2 minutes, then combine with 480g of water and 30g of butter and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, keep covered, and let sit another 10 minutes to cook rice.

3) Cook chicken in a pan over medium high heat - flip every 1-2 mins until cooked through

4) Place all sauce ingredients in a blender and blend until completely smooth. Once chicken is done cooking, remove from pan, turn heat to lowest setting, and juice half a lemon to deglaze. Pour over your sauce (make sure the pan isn't too hot) and simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened

5) Separate your rice in to 5 equal servings, top with sliced chicken and pour over your sauce

Seasonings: Lemon Juice (Tbsp) (1 Tbsp), Salt (Dash) (2 dash), Black Pepper (Dash) (2 dash), Garlic Powder (0.2 tsp).

Southwest Chipotle Beef Wraps

Step 1: Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat with cooking oil spray or minimal addition of olive oil.

Step 2: Add cooked ground beef, beans, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir 2–3 min to coat evenly.

Step 3: Stir in BBQ sauce and hot sauce; cook another 1–2 min until heated through and slightly caramelized.

Step 4: Add mixed vegetables; toss together until evenly mixed and hot.

Step 5: Remove from heat, squeeze lime juice over the top, and add to wraps

Seasonings: Frank's RedHot Hot Sauce (3 Tsp), Chili Powder (0.5 tsp), Paprika (Ground) (0.5 tsp), Cumin Ground (Tsp) (0.25 tsp), Garlic Powder (0.25 tsp), Lime Juice (Tbsp) (1 Tbsp).

Beef Chilli

NOTE: Ground beef is weighed out RAW

Instructions

1. Brown the beef

• Heat a large pot over medium-high.

• Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon (about 5–7 minutes). Drain any excess fat if desired.

2. Add onion and spices

• Stir in diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

• Add your spice blend and cook 1 minute to bloom the flavors.

3. Simmer

• Pour in diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken stock, and black beans.

• Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

4. Taste and serve

• Adjust salt, pepper, or chili powder if needed.

• Serve hot. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

SIMPLE PREP OPTION:

Combine all ingredients in a crock pot and slow cook until ground beef is fully cooked through.

Garlic Soy Steak Noodle Bowl

Sear steak strips hard in hot pan, remove

Stir fry veggies 3–4 min

Add garlic + ginger (30 sec)

Toss steak back in

Add soy + sesame oil

Stir in cooked noodles until coated