So this is my new favorite meal. I mean, before Christmas, I think I ate it for every single meal in a day for at least a week straight. It’s not really a recipe, more like a bunch of sh*t thrown in a pan to create a harmonious love child of food. That’s at least how I see it. Really it’s just me obsessing over bacon and brussel sprouts, which should ALWAYS go together.
Guess what I’m doing. Buying a bikini already. Yep, I’m officially ready for summer. Colorado has been way too cold lately. And do not tell me to stop complaining because I have it easy in Colorado. I know I do. That’s why I live here. BUT Colorado usually gets really cold for a week, then is back to the 50’s and slightly warm. But no no no, Colorado has pretty much stayed under 30 degrees since Christmas. Too long. I’ve been trying to run on a regular basis (yes it’s embarrassing. i’m so awkward) but my feet go numb throughout my whole run. That could be due to the fact that I have some sort of pinched nerve in my ass, but I’m blaming it on the cold weather.
Wait, back to my point. I’ve been looking at some good ol’ swimsuits on Victoria’s Secret and I want to buy quite a few. Damn those models making every swim suit look good. It’s so annoying when you find the most adorable swim suit on there and then get it for yourself, try it on, and then are blasted in the face with disappointment. Blasted. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I would never want to be that thin. I got pretty thin at one point and looked incredibly malnourished. BUT I would appreciate a swim suit to look good on me. And I haven’t quite found one yet. I feel like an awkward turtle in all of them. Similar to my running style. Awkward turtle all the way around.
Speaking of running and weird things, I wanted to share some of my favorite music I’ve been running to since a reader asked me yesterday. I have found out reeeeeeeeal quick that running without music is awful. So I proceeded onto add music to Sergio’s playlist since I’m poor and can’t afford $9.oo a month to add it. Ok, I can afford it. But don’t really want to. Sergio is over it though, and regrets giving me his password. So he said once he is back from Afghanistan, I have to get my own. Damnit. There goes a savings account I could have had. Thanks Sergio, thanks.
Wow. I’m a b*tch. And a moocher. Obviously.
Playlist time!
- Hall of Fame – The Script feat. Will.i.am
- Don’t You Worry Child – Swedish House Mafia
- Can’t Stop Me – Afrojack
- Feel this Moment – Pitbull feat Christina Aguilera
- Locked out of Heaven – Bruno Mars
- Glass Danse – The Faint
- She Wolf – David Guetta
- Safe and Sound – Capital Cities
- Bottoms Up – KeKe Palmer
- Drinking from the Bottle – Calvin Harris
That’s all I got. These are the songs that are keeping me from crying while running. And I’m about to go run after JUST eating this meal. I’m about to burp brussel sprouts the whole time. Wonderful.
My New Go-To Meal
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup brussel sprouts, cut into fourths
- 1 Applegate Chicken Apple Sausage, sliced
- 1 piece of bacon, cut in half
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 4 tablespoons Tessamae’s Zesty Ranch
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add 4 tablespoons of zesty ranch to the pan along with the minced garlic clove. Then toss in your brussel sprouts.
- Sprinkle some salt and pepper over the brussel sprouts and let them sit for a couple minutes until they begin to burn just a bit.
- Use a spoon or a flip of your wrist to turn the brussel sprouts over to cook on the other side.
- Once the brussel sprouts have been flipped, add in a tablespoon of water and cover the pan with a lid. Keep an eye on them, being sure to move them around once more so the little guys don’t stick to the pan.
- While the brussel sprouts finish cooking, add a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add your piece of bacon that has been cut in half to the pan. As soon as the fat begins to render out into the pan, add the sliced chicken sausage.
- Once your bacon is ready to flip, flip the bacon along with the sausage to cook on opposite side.
- When your brussel sprouts are soft enough to stick a fork through, remove from heat, salt and pepper once more, then place in bowl.
- Top with your cooked bacon and sausage.
- Done and done.
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I’m going to be in Colorado in two weeks! Denver area, hope it isn’t too cold there (I’m from Texas and can hardly handle 50F).
Nice running mix, I need some new tunes and will be giving these a try…
Last spring I finally came to the realization that no matter how young or fit I am, I will never look at myself in a bikini bottom and think, “Yes! This is exactly the look I was going for! In fact, I look awesome!” Just not gonna happen.
Looks delish! I am putting this on my to make list. Just started Whole 30 and am only on Day 4 but going strong. May make it a Whole 102 to try and make it to my 40th bday but am thinking I should tackle 30 days first. Whole 30 approved bacon is $16 a package and I can’t break the bank right now for bacon.
I am supposed to run a 10k with my family next summer when my dad turns 70 but I HATE running! I am thinking I better start now so I don’t embarrass myself next year. Running sux!
I second Athleta for swimsuits! They are made for “sport” but look super cute. I got a great bikini for my size 8 frame and size D boobs.
I always eat the same thing over and over when I find something I like. :). I was just checking out vs bathing suits this morning too! I have nowhere to wear it for months! Oh well! It’s going to be in the 40’s for the next week
Wondering if my boyfriend will allow the cooking of brussel sprouts in his proximity if there is sausage and bacon cooking in the pan next to it??? I am so going to try sneaking in brussel sprouts with this recipe.
omg i need to get these sausages. applegate usually puts the worst ingredients in their products, but i looked these up and they are paleo. thank heavens. i’ve wanted to try a paleo sausage for a while now.
also, were you starving after this? i would need to at least double the amount to even be remotely satisfied (and i’m like 87 lbs haha).
lol no at all!! but obviously you have a much quicker metabolism than i do haha
haha that’s good. i’m trying to put on 20 lbs so it’s probably good i am totally insatiable. i just bought those sausages today so i’ll give them a whirl. i got the actual big meaty ones and then the thinner breakfast sausages. i like having easy things to make when i don’t feel like putting shit together.
Juli, maybe you should look at the swimsuits on the Athleta website. All of their clothes are made with a more athletic figure in mind and good quality.
I always have chicken sausage on hand for an easy protein!
I’m not a big comment-er (I’m working on it!) but I’ve been following your blog for several months now and I’m just really excited for you and so happy for your new book! You were one of the first blogs I came upon when searching for paleo and your voice, in blog form was awesome in helping me through the transition. I can’t wait to buy your book (currently working with what would’ve been a beans and rice budget, but is instead a ground meat and eggs…so many eggs budget haha) so I’ll be able to buy it in a couple months when I save up.
Keep on keeping on! Love the blog!
You should look into retro bikinis and swimsuits. Try Modcloth or Popina Swim. Much more flattering for women.