25 ways to use Mince / Ground Beef on slimming world

Beef mince is so versatile and delicious, it's no huge wonder it's a staple for those following the slimming world plan. When 5% fat or lower, it is free to enjoy on slimming world. There are plenty of recipes out there which incorporate speed foods, other free foods and healthy extras to allow for a ton of variety when deciding how to use your bumper pack of mince :) You can also freeze most meals made with beef mince for up to 3 months. Lots of potential for bulk cooking and economically friendly too. 

1. Taco Chips / Nacho Style Fries
2. Spaghetti Bolognese
3. Cottage Pie
4. Doner Kebabs
5. Stuffed Bell Peppers
6. Chilli con carne
7. Soft beef Tacos
8. Burgers
9. Big Mac in a bowl
10. Meatloaf
11. Classic Lasagne
12. Beef burrito cups
13. Minced Beef Hotpot
14. Minced Beef Fajitas
15. Beef Burrito
16. Cornish Pasty
17. Meatball Marinara
18. Spaghetti & Meatballs
19. Spicy meatball pasta
20. Meat feast pizza
21. Beef koftas
22. Taco Lasagne
23. Sweet soy beef lettuce cups
24. Spicy beef pizza (wholegrain wrap base)
25. Beef Ziti Bake

For those wanting an even lower calorie option, try swapping out the beef mince with turkey mince -- a lot of the above will work beautifully with it.  

What are your favourite beef recipes? Comment below! 

Low Syn Supermarket Finds - July 2018

Back at it again with the latest low syn supermarket finds! With the hot weather, I've had my eye out for summery treats to keep us motivated, inspired and on plan throughout the hot weather. Keep scrolling for the latest batch of low syn supermarket finds for July 2018.

1. Walkers Sunbites Popcorn - Variety Pack (3 syns per pack)

I must be late to the party with these, but I picked these up in Lidl recently and was so impressed. What I love about the variety pack is that depending on the craving for something sweet or savoury, you have both options! They are perfect size to bring out as an emergency snack or to throw in a picnic box. Sunbites popcorn are 3 syns per pack.

2. Aldi Live Well 5% Fat Mediterranean Quarter Pounders - 0.5 syn each

Found in the frozen section of Aldi, The Live Well range is a nice new addition with many items under 1 syn. These juicy little quarter pounders are packed with Mediterranean herbs and spices. Of course they are no replacement for the ultimate slimming world burger, but none the less are a convenient option which will set you back just a half of a syn. Available also in a Tex-Mex style at 1/2 syn each. Perfect for a BBQ, although it is best to thaw them beforehand to be safe.

3. Pow Cow High Protein Frozen Yoghurt - 5 syns per portion

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Came across Pow Cow Frozen Yoghurt this in Lidl when I was in one of my extreme chocolate-craving moments, right beside the Haagen Dasz! This is really chocolatey, with a lovely texture and feels like an indulgent treat. Tip: Let it sit for 15 minutes outside the freezer before eating! 

4. Tesco Fat Free Strawberry Quark - 1 syn per 250ml Tub

Continuing on the dessert train, Tesco have released a new strawberry flavoured quark. Delicious on it's own, I'm looking forward to using this as an ingredient in baked oats, as icing on a low syn cake, or even better - to make a low syn cheesecake. 

5. Pimm's Ice Popsicles - 1 syn each

STOP THE LIGHTS! I've certainly saved the best till last with these. Made using Pimm’s No.1, lemonade, cucumber, strawberries and mint these are the perfect cool-down in the summer heat. And at 32 calories they are just 1 syn each. It's important to note that these have 4.3% alcohol so keep them away from the kids!

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Have you tried any of the above low-syn supermarket finds or come across something new and interesting that you fellow slimmers can enjoy? Let us know in the comments below! 

Remember, we have curated slimming world shopping lists for all of the supermarkets mentioned here and more. You can view these here.