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A little more food for fuel. Sheet pan dinner wi A little more food for fuel. 

Sheet pan dinner with crispy potatoes. This is Brussels, carrots, broccoli, and onion all tossed in avocado oil and seasoned with @spiceology cowboy candy and @boarsnightout white lightning. I also cut up some adells sausage and tossed that on top to bake. While it baked I cubed some potatoes, pan fried them, and then tossed em in cowboy candy. 

The chicken sandwich was my cooked chicken from stir fry, drizzled in buffalo sauce and served with @grillospickles on a store bought bun. 

Soup was a cheese soup with a veggie base, using carrots, onion, celery and broccoli with chicken bone broth, tons of @cabotcreamery cheddar cheese, some cream cheese and topped with sausage and bacon. I did use some xanthan gum as a thickener.

Finally some low carb tortillas loaded with sauteed chicken breast, avocado, jalapeno, some lettuce, sour cream and cheddar cheese. Chicken was cooked in taco seasoning and salsa.

#mealsfortheweek #healthymeals #dinnerideas
Some more of my eats from last week to fuel my pro Some more of my eats from last week to fuel my progress towards reducing body fat %. Kept my workouts consistent, mostly healthy meals, lots of daily steps. 

The chicken stir fry was delicious. Chicken was tossed in equal parts of rice flour and corn starch, and pan fried. I made a lot of extra for meal prep. Burger was done stovetop, which is rare for me, but delicious with bacon, pickles, lettuce and mustard. And a good ole charcuterie board with 10 year @cabotcreamery cheddar being the winner!  Finally some scrambled eggs, with tons of spinach and cheese.

Everything is loaded with protein. Generally pretty low carb. And real food focused.
Another high protein lunch today. Hearts of Romain Another high protein lunch today. Hearts of Romain and celery are the base, tossed in @litehousefoods homestyle ranch and @spiceology togarashi seasoning. I then mixed in some Parmesan cheese and topped it with 2 hard boiled eggs and a cubed up pork chop. The pork chop was seasoned with the same togarashi and smoked with @bearmountainbbq pellets. 

It's amazing how wildly different you can make a salad taste by using a good seasoning to bring life to your lettuce base.

#healthymeals #salad #bearmountainbbq #mealprep
2026 goal, get to sub 20% body fat percentage (I e 2026 goal, get to sub 20% body fat percentage (I estimate this around 165lbs). I will maintain my workout routine and focus and high protein and low carb again. More real food and less snacks as well. 

This was my start, a workout this morning (first one in 2 weeks!) and a salad with @bearmountainbbq smoked pork chop seasoned with @spiceology garlic junkie. 

Nothing too crazy for new years resolutions, more marginal improvement and iteration on this journey I have been on for years now. 

Help hold me accountable, I'll do the same for you and we can continue to improve together. 

#bearmountainbbq #fitnessjourney
What a busy and truly wonderful year it has been! What a busy and truly wonderful year it has been! We are so thankful for the many incredible experiences we've shared with family and friends.

We kicked off 2025 with a historical trip to Washington D.C., exploring countless museums and walking the city.

The year of milestones quickly followed! We celebrated my 40th Birthday in sunny Cabo with close friends-a perfect trip full of fun and relaxation. Later in the Spring, we embarked on a remarkable journey to Italy to celebrate my 10-year work anniversary (achieved last year). Our Italian adventure was filled with architecture, cooking, delicious dining, and scenic hikes through Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre, Venice, and Milan.

Closer to home, we enjoyed time outdoors, celebrating Lisa's birthday in Big Bear with Jet and Ember, enjoying fall leaves, lake time, and beautiful hikes. With lots of help from Lisa's parents we built a new front deck for the Julian cabin. We spent relaxing pool time and plenty of fetch with the pups at my parents.

Somewhere in between all the fun, we both continue to achieve success in our current roles at work and are gearing up for a wonderful year ahead.

Wishing you a joy filled holiday season, full of laughter and time spent with loved ones.

-Justin, Lisa, Jet & Ember
​Keto Comfort Food Dream! ​Say hello to the ultim ​Keto Comfort Food Dream!

​Say hello to the ultimate gluten-free Chicken Parmesan! 👋

​This dish is a game-changer for anyone doing Keto or just looking for a delicious, low-carb alternative. I achieved that perfect, crispy crust not with traditional breadcrumbs, but by using the amazing @porkkinggood Pork Rind Crumbs! Seriously, they fry up so perfectly.

​The chicken breast was pan-fried to golden-brown perfection and then topped with a simple marinara and rich, fresh mozzarella—melty goodness in every bite. 🔥

​Flavor Secrets:
​The chicken was seasoned with @spiceology Poulet Épices for a complex, aromatic base.

​The side of broccolini and crisp kale got a special upgrade, dusted with a Truffle Parmesan blend for an extra layer of savory richness.

​What's your favorite comfort food to make low-carb? Let me know in the comments! 👇

​#KetoChickenParm #GlutenFreeEats #LowCarbDinner
Sometimes you just need a burger and Fries. Gril Sometimes you just need a burger and Fries. 

Grilled burgers over @bearmountainbbq holiday blend pellets for a nice flame kissed burger. Loaded with @cabotcreamery habanero for a bit of heat and seasoned the burger with @spiceology poulet spices. Some @grillospickles and butter lettuce were all it needed. 

The potatoes were tossed in a mix of cowboy candy and garlic junkie.
Thanksgiving 2025 is a wrap! Turkey came out gre Thanksgiving 2025 is a wrap! 

Turkey came out great, pork belly burnt ends always hit the spot. The gravy was an absolute highlight and the rolls were a surprise win for a first time bake. The mashed potatoes are always a win, this year I did smoked garlic and cheddar mixed in and a parmesan crust on top. Lisa made the butternut squash dish, the roasted balsamic carrots and doctored up some cranberry sauce from Costco.

Tons of leftovers will make for some great sandwiches, tacos and omelette creations. 

I am thankful for those of you I have connected with through this platform. Especially thankful for those that encourage my journey OR I have inspired and you let me know, it keeps me going! 

Thankful for @bearmountainbbq and @cabotcreamery for the support all year and being an instrumental part of this meal! 

I also have to shout-out @scaleandtailor for putting together a food and fitness accountability group that has really kept me going this year. An incredible group of supportive friends who inspire me daily. 

#thanksgiving #bearmountainbbq #cabotcheese
I love being able to do a quick grill on my @yoder I love being able to do a quick grill on my @yodersmokers with @bearmountainbbq pellets. An easy grill night with all the flavor of that woodfired goodness and the same ease as turning on the stove, with less dishes! 

I grilled the chicken first then threw on some skit steak for a quick sear on each side. 

#bearmountainbbq #yodersmokers #grillnight
Cabot Cheese delivery day!! Who is coming over f Cabot Cheese delivery day!! 

Who is coming over for an aged @cabotcreamery cheese tasting party? When you get so many different ages of cheddar it's only fair to open them all and do some progressive taste testing and then do some blind testing for favorites!! 

Thank you so much Cabot for fueling my addiction!
Fulfilling that hotdog craving I used the @slotdo Fulfilling that hotdog craving

I used the @slotdogdotcom to optimize my grilled dog experience. Once the turkey dogs opened up a bit I have them a healthy dose of @neilsarap tasty bark. The @bearmountainbbq gourmet blend gave these dogs a perfect char and texture all around. In a toasted bun. I loaded up some @cabotcreamery sharp cheddar and @tbjgourmet uncured bacon jam.  Super simple, but absolutely what I was craving. 

#hotdogs #grillingseason #slotdog #bearmountainbbq #dinnergoals
Beef jerky is always the best snack I love makin Beef jerky is always the best snack 

I love making smoked beef jerky. The @bearmountainbbq old fashioned pellet blend is perfect for jerky, with a lovely smoke flavor that really accents the beef. You really can't go wrong, playing with marinade flavors and then giving a nice low temp smoke to dry out the thin slices of eye of round. Smoke low and slow. Flip occasionally and pull it off the smoker when you can give the slice a bend and see the white lines as you bend vs it being flexible or over cooked and cracking. 

#beefjerky #bearmountainbbq #snacks #smokergrill #yodersmokers
This @questnutrition doughnut is calling your name This @questnutrition doughnut is calling your name. Protein and a chocolate doughnut, guilt free and so good! If you grew up getting the doughnuts in a box at the grocery store as a kid, this doughnut will hit all the marks for nostalgia!  A nice chocolate coating and a fluffy interior paired perfectly with an espresso. This was an ideal post workout protein and coffee kickstart to my work day. 

#QuestDonuts #QuestSquad #OnAQuest #QuestPartner
Some days call for a double cheeseburger! A brio Some days call for a double cheeseburger! 

A brioche bun loaded with two turkey burgers smoked with @bearmountainbbq old fashioned blend for a nice smokey flavor. This pellet flavor brings a ton of goodness to turkey! May need to use it as part of my thanksgiving planning. 

The burgers are topped with some @cabotcreamery cheddar cheese. 

I used @pepperexchange Cayenne creole mustard as my sauce and brought some balance with shredded mixed greens and @grillospickles pickle chips. 

#turkeyburger #cheeseburger #doublecheeseburger #bearmountainbbq #pepperpartner #cayennecreolemustard
Meal prepping some Grilled Chicken Breast Having Meal prepping some Grilled Chicken Breast

Having chicken breast on hand and ready to go is such a great way to add protein to a meal. 

This is my go to approach as I love the ability to add that woodfired flavor via @bearmountainbbq pellets. Each wood gives its own subtle twist to the chicken. Changing up the rubs and seasonings gives me loads of variety. 

No added oils, all the flavor. Easy to do a large batch! 

#chickenbreast #grilling #bearmountainbbq #woodfired #healthyeating #mealprep
French onion soup meatballs. When you're craving French onion soup meatballs. 

When you're craving French onion soup but also need to get that protein in, this is the way. 

Smoked turkey meatballs, finished in French onions soup. 

Starting with slowly caramelizing onions, a nice low and slow caramelization to maximize the flavor. The turkey meatballs were smoked at 200 till an internal of 165. With the onions reduced, adding beef broth, seasoning and Worcestershire sauce. The. The meatballs go in and finally topped with loads of mozzarella cheese. 

I served mine over roasted broccoli to get some greens in as well. 

#frenchonion #onionsoup #turkeymeatballs #bearmountainbbq #highproteinrecipe
Breakfast Totchos Tater tots served topped with m Breakfast Totchos

Tater tots served topped with mozzarella cheese, chorizo, fried eggs, feta and hot sauce. 

This and a cup of coffee to kick off football Sunday right.
Smoked Pork Chop with a mustard cream sauce and a Smoked Pork Chop with a mustard cream sauce and a side of sauteed green beans and pork belly. 

This thick cut pork chop is seasoned with @spiceology thunderdust and smoked with @bearmountainbbq hickory wood at 225 for about an hour. The hickory smoke gives the pork a bold smokey flavor that stands up to the mustard sauce. After smoking the pork chop gets a quick sear to finish it off.

The mustard cream sauce was done in the same pan as the pork chop was seared in and combines 1/4 heavy cream, 3 tablespoons of @pepperexchange cayenne creole mustard and a splash of beef broth. Reduced down just a touch to thicken aas desired. 

The green beans were sauteed with some cubes of pork belly and seasoned with salt and pepper. 

This is gourmet meets comfort food at its finest. Overall this meal also works great on a budget as both pork chops and pork belly can often be found on a great sale! 

#porkchop #porkbelly #mustardcreamsauce #bearmountainbbq #pepperpartner #kickenitcreole #greenbean #spiceology #cajun #creole #recipes
The Mustard wings you need but didn't know it! I The Mustard wings you need but didn't know it! 

I brined these wings in pickle juice before giving them a deep smoke with @bearmountainbbq hickory wood pellets. They were seasoned lightly with a buttery garlic rub and then crisped up at the end for that perfect bite through texture. 

Once off the smoker the magic really happens. Give the wings a healthy pour of the @pepperexchange cayenne creole mustard. Imagine your favorite mustard kicked up just a notch for both heat and flavor, paired with the pickled brined wing and you have perfection! 

Use code electricmice20 for a discount when you order! 

#cayennecreolemustard #kickenitcreole #pepperpartner  #chickenwings #smokedwings #smokedchicken #bearmountainbbq #crispywings
Thai red curry soup A nice soup loaded with flavo Thai red curry soup

A nice soup loaded with flavor and veggies. I added in some sauteed shrimp to make this budget friendly soup feel gourmet. With groceries all feeling so expensive, finding a way to make an otherwise very affordable dinner feel like a luxury is a major win. 

This red curry broth is loaded with sweet potato, red onion, carrot. Bell pepper, bok choy and rice noodles. The shrimp were sauteed with a bit of @neilsarap Asian rub and butter. 

#soupseason #redcurry #shrimpsoup
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