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Originally Posted by Jillybee123
Have a weekly thing where I meet a bunch of friends for breakfast. I actually made alternate plans for us for 2 weeks in a row coming up, but need to get through this week. Last week (week 1) for me I had egg whites and turkey bacon and heard today, turkey bacon is a no-no. Just found the menu online ( http://www.bonattsbakeryrestaurant.com/menu.html), so have time to plan this out but still not sure. Is chicken/apple sausage or ham a good choice? How can I order my eggs- worried about extras being put into items etc. I like them anyway. Appreciate any advice/support. Really want to be 100%. Thanks in advance!
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Jilly..Good for you for asking..
Actually b-fast is one of the easiest meals to do out. Remember first and foremost...you do NOT need to order off the menu.
You can call ahead and see if they can accommodate your "dietary needs" to put your mind at ease, but most places that do breakfast have kitchens and cooks that are VERY used to customizing meals for people....SO...SKIP the breakfast meats, cheese and fruits.They are too high in fat, carbs and or salt.
- You can mirror an IP packet easily{100 calories// +or-17 g protein//under 7 carbs} pretty easily by ordering a 3-egg white omlette or fritatta. ( 3 egg whites = 60 calories and 18 g protein)
- Specify --- they must be FRESH egg whites only. That way you know they are not processed with anything extra.Scrambled eggs often have pancake flour added to the mixture...{...fluffy and gorgeous when they are plated....however: CARB city.}
Pick several veggies you like..that are IP phase 1 compliant such as spinach, mushrooms peppers or asparagus etc...( another 25-30 calories and only a few carbs)
Ignore the toast if you want them to bring it so not to appear to be too far off the beam from the rest of the table...The waiters have a way of saying NO TOAST?? (like it's a crime against national security...)...if you are afraid of being tempted...tell them no bread, or better yet, order your meal gluten free, sugar free and salt free...They get the picture and go with exactly what you tell them when you say this.. Coffee or tea and lots of water ...you are good to go.
This meal can even be done at lunch time if there are no other good options. Most Kitchens can handle a few egg whites...and have them on hand!!!
Enjoy your friends, not having to cook and being out...that is what a get-together is for! And..this meal will not ruin your compliance.