I am a soup lover – I'm always cooking in the kitchen making new soup recipes. I'll eat it during the freezing temperatures of winter and even enjoy soup during the scorching months of summer. I often add quinoa as a rice or pasta substitue. Quinoa is a gluten-free and a great addition to your P3 menu. Introduce slowly - especially if you are really close to being 2 pounds over. Hearty Turkey [Continue Reading...]
Turkey Vegetable Soup – P3
It's been really cold here in Arizona, and when the temps drop, I love too cook a nice pot of healthy soup. I had a number of healthy vegetables in my fridge I needed to use up, so I put together this soup. I didn't think it would be worth blogging about, however, it was so delicious so I thought I would share. Turkey Vegetable Soup 1 Tbsp. coconut oil 1/3 c. chopped onion 1-2 garlic cloves, [Continue Reading...]
Hot & Sour Soup
Need a quick meal that the whole family will love? This soup not only is delicious, it fills you up! I still make it even though I'm not on protocol anymore. My family loves it! I have a full batch recipe here. Hot & Sour Soup 100 g. lean ground beef 1 tsp. fresh grated ginger 1/4 tsp. crushed chilies (or pepper flakes) 1/8 C. Braggs liquid aminos 1/2 tsp. apple cider vinegar or Rice [Continue Reading...]
P2 Celery Soup
4-5 stalks celery, chopped, including leaves 2-3 tomatoes, chopped 1/2 cup onions, chopped 2 Tbsp MCT oil 2 - 3 C. vegetable broth Spices to taste Braggs Liquid Aminos Sea Salt & Pepper Parsley Cayenne pepper (optional) Cook onions in a heated fry pan with coconut oil until translucent. Add garlic and cook a few minutes longer, stirring as needed. In a larger pot, cook celery in [Continue Reading...]
Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup
Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup for Phase 3 1 Tbs Coconut oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 medium onion, diced 1 lb broccoli florets 1 lb cauliflower florets 1 1/2 tsp curry powder 1/8 tsp. Turmeric 1/8 tsp nutmeg 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 4 cups vegetable broth 2 cups Greek yogurt In a large soup pan, heat coconut oil over medium heat and sauté garlic and onions until translucent. Add broccoli and [Continue Reading...]
Spinach & Radish Soup
Phase 3 Recipe for hCG Diet 2 Tbsp Coconut Oil or butter 6 Radishes, sliced or cubed 3 Celery stalks 2 med onions, chopped 2 C. spinach 1 can vegitable broth 3 C. water Sea salt & pepper to taste 2 egg yolks 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream Melt the coconut oil or butter in a saucepan & saute the onion & celery for 5 minutes. Add the broth and water and simmer for 10 [Continue Reading...]
Winter Squash Soup
Winter Squash Soup Phase 3 stabilized 2 - 3 Acorn Squash (or other winter squash) 2 C. zucchini, chopped 1 onion, 1/2 sliced, 1/2 chopped 3 garlic cloves MCT oil 1 Tbsp. Pure Coconut Oil 2 Tbsp. butter 1 C. onion, chopped 3 C. Organic chicken broth 1 C. heavy cream or Coconut Milk Spices to taste: Sea Salt, Pepper, sage, cayenne pepper, thyme 2 - 3 Tbs. chopped jalapeno peppers [Continue Reading...]
Sweet Potato Chipolte Soup
2 Large Sweet potatoes, cubed 2 Tbsp. Coconut Oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 6 C. chicken broth 2 cans green chilies 3 tomatoes, chopped (or 1 can diced tomatoes) 1 tsp. Rosemary (optional) ½ - 1 tsp. (Mrs. Dash) Chipolte seasoning (depending on how spicy you like) Salt & Pepper to taste Heat oil in saucepan and add onions and garlic. Cook until onions are [Continue Reading...]
White Chili Phase 3 Stabilized
White Chili for Phase 3 Stabilized(after day 21) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces 1/4 C. onion, chopped 1 C. organic (or homemade) chicken broth 1 can green chilies A few slices of jalapeño, chopped 1/8 - 1/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper 1 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. dried cilantro 1 tsp. garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste 1 can [Continue Reading...]
Chicken Soup
P2 Chicken Soup 100 grams chicken breast, cubed 1 1/2 C. chopped celery 2 C. Chicken broth 1 Tbsp onion 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 bay leaf 1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning Salt and Pepper to taste Mix all ingredients together and bring to a boil. Simmer and cook for 20 minutes or until chicken is done. [Continue Reading...]
Dieting and the Flu
This happens to all of us at one point while on the hCG diet. What to do if you are sick? My family has had a stomach flu and head colds this week and here are some tips for staying on protocol when you feel sick. I relied heavily on the cabbage chicken soup. Make sure and get the sugar free organic broth. I get mine from the diabetic isle at the grocery store. 100 grams chicken 2 [Continue Reading...]
Sausage & Zucchini Soup
Phase 3 recipe 5 links Sugar Free Sausage Coconut, MCT or olive oil, for browning sausage 1 small onion, diced small 1 Tbsp. chopped garlic 2 cups diced zucchini 4 cans chicken broth 2 cans diced tomatoes (with juice) 1-2 cups water 2 tsp. dried oregano 2 tsp. dried basil (I also use fresh basil - about 3 leaves) Grated Parmesan cheese for topping soup (optional) Brown sausage [Continue Reading...]
