BIRD copycat recipe from Silly Goose

When I get cravings.. I get creative... Or at least try. 

So, I have been craving Silly Goose, in East Nashville, for the past three weeks. Specifically I have been craving their BIRD sandwich . Now I should just drive there and get my sandwich, but the thought of driving all the way to East Nashville makes me settle on something else to eat and continue craving the sandwich for another week. Once I could no longer fight the craving, I decided to recreate it with stuff I had in my kitchen. I added my own little twist and added a pesto Greek yogurt spread  to mine... and it took it over the top. I think mine actually turned out better  with the basil twist!

BIRD 

How to make the BIRD: 

What you will need: 

- 2 pieces bread (toasted), I used Trader Joe's sprouted 7 grain 

- 1 piece of bacon or turkey bacon- I used turkey bacon and added pepper to it

- 6 oz chicken breast grilled- seasoned mine with salt and pepper

- 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes- Trader Joe's is where mine were from

- 1/4 cup goat cheese 

- 1/4 avocado

(Optional items below for pesto Greek yogurt spread)

- 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt 

- 1/2 cup fresh basil 

- pinch of pine nuts 

- splash of olive oil 

If you are making the Greek yogurt spread- add all the ingredients listed for that to a food processor or blender until combined and it is a spread consistency. 

Take the bread and toast it! Spread the avocado on one piece of bread, if you chose to make the basil spread add a generous amount to the other piece of bread. Put the chicken and remaining ingredients on the bread, top with other half of bread to complete the sandwich. 

Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or balsamic drizzle from surprise, Trader Joe's! ... If you happen to have it. 

Take a picture (Instagram it) and then enjoy! I added a small salad to compliment mine, but I will leave that decision up to you! 

❤️K 

DIY Deer on Reclaimed Wood

I know I usually post about food, but I couldn't help but share this super easy DIY project I did. I made this one shown here for my Dad for Christmas, it was perfect since he had recently bought a farm. However this could easily be done for a very inexpensive way to add some wall decor to a room. 

What you need:

• Reclaimed wood sign- you could make this yourself or order one online, I purchased mine here on one of my favorite sites, Etsy. 

• Large Deer silhouette- be sure to print this on a thick paper like card stock so it is durable when you cut it out.. I used the best Printer in Nashville, Printers Press! A special thank you to Ali, for making the print perfect! 

• X acto knife/ utility blade- to cut out the deer 

• Spray Paint- I used black, but you can use any color you want (an acrylic paint is also an option you can use, you will just need a paint brush too)

• Sharpie paint marker (if you want to write something on it) 

• Tarp or plastic to lay the wood on and spray paint so you do not ruin anything

This is seriously so easy! .. I also tried this on a printed paper and put a fun colored teal deer on it to try something different. It took less then 5 minutes to do once I had the deer cut out. If you want one of these and don't want to make it yourself let me know! The possibilities are endless with this! 

Deer Print

Cut out with knife

You could use both of these if you wanted
on two different pieces. 

Blank Sign- From Etsy link above

Place where you want it!

Spray paint with your desired color-let dry

Write on it if you choose!

Sample of different way to do it, I used
acrylic paint on this one and a
printed paper from Paper Source

Egg Breakfast Muffins

People always say, “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” whether or not you agree with that statement is not important here.. what is important is this is about one of the easiest breakfast recipes ideas ever!

Breakfast Egg Muffins

This is one of those morning meals that’s high in protein and low in sugar & carbs. An added bonus?!?! They taste AMAZING!!!!! If you’re looking for something healthy, hearty, and quick, this recipe will definitely be right up your alley!! Literally all you have to do after you prep them is reheat and EAT!!!!

I usually make these on a Sunday night and eat them off and on throughout the week {they will last about a week in the fridge}. It is basically fool proof and the mix-ins are endless. It is also a great way to use up any left overs from the week (any veggies or meats sitting in your fridge are perfect for these muffins). So get creative and try these out :)

I recommend getting creative and topping yours with Sriracha, salsa, or avocado for an extra kick!

-Enjoy,

K

P.S. These can be Paleo and are gluten free!

The ingredients I used for these ones pictured here:

***this made 18 muffins***

-(1) package turkey bacon (cut into tiny pieces and sauteed)

2 cups of steamed broccoli

¼ cup goat cheese crumbles

12 eggs

¼ cup milk (optional for a more fluffy texture)

¼ cup greek yogurt cream cheese (this is optional for a more fluffy texture as well)

½ cup chopped yellow onion

Pepper to taste

'Salt free' Arizona Dreaming Seasoning  (http://www.penzeys.com/cgi-bin/penzeys/p-penzeysarizonadreaming.html)

Directions:
 (once you have your desired ingredients)


1. Pre-heat oven to 350*.
2. Mix eggs and then add all your mix-ins.
3. Spray muffin tin with coconut oil or desired oil.
4. Fill muffin tins ¾ full of egg mix.
5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, should be able to insert a tooth pick into it and pull it out clean.
6. Remove from muffin tin and let cool, place in tupperware and refrigerate.

Just heat them up in microwave 30 seconds per muffin when ready to eat!