Chili

Ok blog moment before the recipe! :)  So I kind of would like to do a tip or something each day to go along with the recipes I post. This is not going to be primarily a recipe blog but more of an educational tool for those who have problems preparing meals. I understand how eating the same thing everyday can make you quit every diet you start. LET'S NOT DO THAT! I'll do my best to post tips or any other advice each day and then if possible post recipes along with them!

TOD

(Tip Of the Day- for future references!) 

Write down everything you eat as well as how many blocks they are.
Example: 1 Egg (1 P Block);  1 Tangerine (1 C Block); 2 Cashews (1 F Block)
This will help you make sure are meeting all of your block requirements.

RECIPE

Makes Two servings; each serving is Four blocks

INGREDIENTS:
* 2 Cups chopped onions (2 Carbs)
* 1 Tsp garlic powder
* 2-2/3 Tsp Olive Oil (8 Fat)
* 8 oz. lean beef (8 Protein)
* 3/4 Cup canned kidney beans (3 Carbs)
* 1-1/2 Cups Chopped Tomatoes (1.5 Carbs)
* 1.5 oz. shredded cheese (1.5 Carbs)
* 1/2 Cup water
* 2 TBSP chili powder

** REPLACE THE SHREDDED CHEESE WITH 3/8 CUP OF BLACK BEANS (1.5 Carbs)!!! Cheese is a protein source... so to complete the TOTAL blocks for the carb category, please make this swap. Add them in at step three.

DIRECTIONS:
Step One:
Saute onions and mix in garlic powder.

Step Two:
Add meat and continue to saute until the meat is cooked.

Step Three:
Add kidney beans, tomatoes, water, and chili powder

Step Four:
Simmer to however thick you would like it, sprinkle with cheese and EAT!