Happy Superbowl Sunday!
I’m going to squeeze in workouts, a cupcake recipe and the menu this week. So here we go…
Weekly Workouts
I’m back to listing my week of workouts. I had a bit of calf/shin pain this week, so running has been light this weekend as I backed off.
Sunday: 9.5 mile run
Monday: Tina’s Boot camp
Tuesday: Taught spin class, core strength
Wednesday: 5.5 mile progression run, last mile 7:02
Thursday: 6.5 easy run, upper body weights
Friday: Off
Saturday: Taught spin class, rode another 15 miles on the bike, arms/abs weights circuit
A few of you asked for the birthday cupcake recipe I used for L’s party last week, and I’m happy to share. I made vanilla cupcakes with cream cheese icing, and then tweaked a traditional chocolate cupcake recipe by substituting whole grain flour, plain yogurt for mayonnaise, and cutting the sugar in half. I topped some with cream cheese icing and some with a simple peanut butter icing.
Made-over Chocolate Cupcakes with PB Icing (print recipe)
- 2 c. whole grain flour (whole wheat pastry, oat, spelt)
- 1 c. sugar
- 3/4 c. cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 c. plain yogurt, low-fat or full-fat
- 2 Tbsp melted coconut oil or canola oil
- 1 c. brewed coffee (I used decaf)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 c. dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 c. creamy nut butter
- 2-3 Tbsp honey, agave nectar or maple syrup
Preheat oven to 350. In large bowl, combine flour through salt. Add yogurt and oil, and blend well. Add coffee and vanilla and mix until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Fill lightly greased muffin cups 2/3 full. Makes 12 cupcakes and 6 mini cupcakes, or 30-36 mini cupcakes.
Combine nut butter and sweetener until spreadable and sweeten to taste. Spread on cupcakes when cool.
Menu Planning
Daddy and L came back from the Farmer’s market yesterday with fennel. We’ve made a Fennel Ragout a few times that was yummy, so that’s back on the menu. I’d love other fennel recipes, if you have any!
Sunday: Superbowl potluck – we’re bringing homemade guacamole
Monday: One of these crock pot soups- probably the veggie chili
Tuesday: Just the girls- leftovers
Wednesday: Cilantro Lime Spaghetti Squash Chicken
Thursday: Fennel Artichoke Ragout
Friday: Date night!
Saturday: Sweet Potato Bisque
Do you have a favorite fennel recipe? What are your Superbowl plans?
The cupcakes look delicious and once again I am inspired by how you can turn a sugary treat into something a little more healthy, you’re an amazing Momma. Have a great week Laura!
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I can’t remember the last time I cooked with fennel. I should give it a try again. Have fun today–we’ll be hanging out at a friend’s house to watch the game.
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I am absolutely going to have to start meal planning better. I swear last week I went to the store near my house 4 times to pick up different things. It’s only 1/2 mile from my house, but I should really plan better. The cilantro lime spaghetti squash chicken sounds amazing. i love all of those things! so it must be great
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That cilantro lime chicken sounds really good! My favorite fennel is a raw fennl and grapefruit salad I do… but now that I think of it I have a blood orange that would be awesome with it too…
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Great cupcake recipe – hard to beat PB though
I’ve never tried fennel. It sort of scares me b/c everyone always says it tastes like licorice, which I don’t care for.
Heather (Where’s the Beach) recently posted..Fun Facts Friday – Sometimes
I stayed away from it for a long time for that reason also, but I think it’s a pretty mild flavor, especially when sauteed in a dish… worth a try sometime.
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Great week of workouts Laura! I really hope the calf/shin thing is ok! We are heading to a friend’s house to watch the Superbowl!
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Thanks, Mindy! I don’t think it’s a big deal- I’m just trying to back off now, especially since I don’t have anything big on the calendar. I dealt with it a bit before the marathon, so I’m guessing the marathon added stress and it needs a little extra babying.
Laura recently posted..Weekly workouts, Chocolate Cupcakes and Menu Link up
I have never used fennel – I don’t even really know what it is.
That cilantro lime spaghetti squash chicken looks awesome – I just printed the recipe so we can try it soon!
We are going to some friends to watch the game (chat!).
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I should have posted a picture- it’s a bulb, looks kind of like an onion but has a mild licorice like taste. It’s yummy! Have fun with friends today- we’re doing the same!
Laura recently posted..Weekly workouts, Chocolate Cupcakes and Menu Link up
I love roasted Fennel! We really like this Giada recipe that includes sautéed fennel, lightly breaded chicken, diced tomatoes and mascarpone that is really good! Hope your legs are feeling better this week!
Giselle@myhealthyhappyhome recently posted..Fitness Friday + Wine of the Week
Oh wow, that sounds fantastic! I’ll have to look up her recipe. And thank you! I think my legs are fine- just stressed from the marathon and I know backing off now is the smart thing to do.
Laura recently posted..Weekly workouts, Chocolate Cupcakes and Menu Link up
You got some good workouts in this week, lady!! I’ve done a fennel-potato gratin thing that was pretty decent.
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Those cupcakes look yummy. PB and chocolate is one of my favorite combinations. Can’t go wrong with PB!
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It’s one of my favorite combos, too!
Laura recently posted..Weekly workouts, Chocolate Cupcakes and Menu Link up
That all sounds delicious!
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I’m loving your recipe pics….yum! I’ve been noticing I want to try other flours….gluten is bad for me?
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Gluten isn’t necessarily “bad”- but a lot of people have trouble digesting it. I try to avoid white flour because it’s so refined and overprocessed, but it could easily be made with white flour as well. If you can handle gluten, whole wheat pastry is the easiest sub- very similar taste and texture to white.
Laura recently posted..Weekly workouts, Chocolate Cupcakes and Menu Link up
Yum! Those chocolate cupcakes look delish! Pinning for later use.
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Those cupcakes look lip smackingly good… And that cilantro/lime spaghetti squash chicken sounds equally scrumptious!
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YAY!! Thanks for including me, and I can’t wait to hear what you think of the soup!
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Yummm…thanks for sharing the cupcake recipe!
Nice job on your workouts this week! That was smart to back off from the shin pain. I’m sorry that’s happening. I’m sure it’ll work itself out. And the cupcakes look delicious! The color of the cake itself looks really moist and rich. Yum!
meghan @ little girl in the big world recently posted..Weekly Workouts Recap
I plan to sort of watch the Super Bowl but mostly for the commercials
I pinned that Sweet potato bisque the other day, curious to see how you like it.
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Yum to cupcakes! I never really cook with fennel because of the black licorice taste. Ron isn’t a fan and neither am I.
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Hope you heal up quickly! You’re wise to take it easy. The PB icing sounds great!
I have never cooked with fennel because ive heard it has a black licorice taste, which i dont like at all. I should try it though since it really is rare i find a food i dislike!
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These look great! I did do a meal plan this week but I never remember to add it to the link up… I have to try to remember to post it ! Love the workout list for the week and cupcakes look fantastic!
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You can always link up an older post, too.
Or join us next week!
Laura recently posted..Fueling for Performance
oh my! those cupcakes sound delicious! I will definitely be adding this to my “Must try” recipes pile
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Jealous…can’t wait to get back to working out. I have been so sick with the flu and although I’m pretty much better, I have a lot of stuff to catch up on so workouts will be house work this week before traveling so I don’t overdo it.
But you better believe when I get back, God willing that I will be right back to the home gym.
No super bowl plans, we went to dinner and shopping a bit. It was great, hardly anyone out.
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Oh, man, I’ve heard the flu is awful this year! Hope you’re able to get back to all normal activities and workouts soon!
Laura recently posted..Fueling for Performance
I can’t handle fennel, but glad you found a use for it
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Happy birthday L – though I know I’m really late. The cupcakes look glorious!
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Thanks for the birthday wishes for her, Kate!
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Your workouts are inspiring!
Thanks, Em- that’s the hope in posting them!
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I think I’ve had fennel once. Maybe. I’m not even sure I know what it is.
The cupcakes look so good! I should try cutting some sugar out when I bake. I bet no one noticed.
Great workouts! How did you get started teaching?
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You can definitely cut back without anyone noticing.
I did a training for Les Mills RPM spin last March and started teaching at my gym… I love it!
Laura recently posted..Fueling for Performance
I’ve used fennel a few times in soup. But only the bulb. I’m a little afraid of the leafier part.
I hope your shin pain stays away.
Carrie @ FamilyFitnessFood.com recently posted..Go Dirty Girl Mud Run
I don’t think I’ve used the leafy part either. Shin is feeling better today… I hope it stays away, too!
Laura recently posted..Fueling for Performance
I’m always looking for a way to make cupcakes a bit healthier! Will have to try out this recipe! Thanks
Lisa recently posted..Race Recap: Tinker Bell Half Marathon
oh man fennel is so good for you… trying to think of where my recipes are at!
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Thank you for linking up! I give everyone credit for getting their meal planning in! It is something I really need to set aside time and do.
Great miles and I hope your shin pain goes away sooN! ice ice ice?
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peanut butter frosting sounds so amazing. I’ve been on an anything peanut or almond butter kick lately.
I’m pretty sure january was hands down the month of guacomole for me— i’ve had so much of it I need a break for awhile
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Those cupcakes look delicious!!!! Hope your shin is doing ok now!
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Your menu looks wonderful! Have a great week Laura!
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Those cupcakes look delicious and that ragout recipe is something I would love to try – but sadly I would be making it just for me as my spouse is not a fan of beans or artichokes. I think my favorite fennel recipe is a simple arugula, orange, and fennel salad.
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