THIS is What I Eat for Hormone Health! 150+grams of protein | Winter meals

Warm, cozy, hormone-supportive meals for fall + winter 🍂❄️ In this “What I Eat in a Day,” I’m sharing high-protein meals that help support blood sugar balance, ovarian function, and steady energy during my healing journey. Easy, nourishing recipes for colder months, hormone health, and gentle wellness routines. If you love high-protein comfort food, seasonal meals, and realistic hormone-friendly eating—this one’s for you. 🤍 📺 RELATED VIDEOS    • What I Eat in a Day for HEALING MY GUT | H...      • What I Eat in a Day (Healthy, High Protein...   💌 CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @alesimpsongil TikTok: @alesimpsongil Amazon Favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/alesimpso... Supplements I Use: https://amzn.to/46XCX1Q Wayfair storefront: https://creatorsold.io/wayfair/alesim... ✨ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/alesimpsongil 🛍️ LINKS (I may earn a small commission for purchases made through my links at no additional cost to you. I only promote things I actually love and use. Thank you for supporting me on my healing journey.) ⚠️ HEALTH + MENTAL HEALTH DISCLAIMER: I am not a doctor, therapist, or licensed health professional. This video is for informational and educational purposes only, based on personal experience and research. Please consult with a trusted healthcare provider before making changes to your health or nutrition routine. 🥕 Healthy Shepherd’s Pie (Gluten-Free + A2 Dairy) Serves 4–6 Ingredients For the potato topping 2 lb Yukon gold potatoes, peeled + chopped 3–4 tbsp grass-fed butter (preferably A2) 1/3 cup A2 whole milk or A2 cream Sea salt to taste Black pepper to taste For the filling 1 lb grass-fed ground beef or ground lamb 1 medium onion, diced 2–3 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium carrots, peeled + diced 1 cup frozen peas (no need to thaw) 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped small (optional but great for fiber) 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tbsp gluten-free Worcestershire sauce 1 cup beef bone broth (grass-fed, preferably organic) 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried rosemary 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional) Sea salt + pepper to taste 2 tbsp avocado oil or grass-fed ghee for sautéing To thicken (gluten-free) 1 tbsp arrowroot powder stirred into 2 tbsp cold water Instructions Preheat the oven: 400°F (200°C). Make the potatoes: Add potatoes to a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook 12–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with grass-fed butter, A2 milk, salt, and pepper. Set aside. Cook the filling: In a large skillet, heat avocado oil or ghee over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and carrots. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened. Add ground beef or lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Season + simmer: Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add peas, broccoli, and bone broth. Bring to a low simmer. Thicken: Stir arrowroot slurry into the filling and cook 1–2 minutes until thickened. Assemble: Pour filling into a baking dish (8×8 or 9×9). Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top. Use a fork to create texture (helps it brown). Bake: Bake 20–25 minutes until the top is lightly golden and bubbling around the edges. Optional finishing touch: Broil 2–3 minutes for extra browning. 🍲 High Protein Cottage Cheese & Cheddar Mac and Cheese (No Yogurt) Ingredients (serves 4) 8 oz Trader Joe’s High Protein Pasta (red lentil, chickpea, or black bean pasta work great) 1 ¼ cups Trader Joe’s Low-Fat Cottage Cheese 1 ½ cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Unexpected Cheddar also works for extra flavor) ½ cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (or TJ’s Organic 2% milk for creamier texture) 1 tbsp Olive Oil or Grass-Fed Butter 1–2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free flour, to thicken) ½ tsp Garlic Powder ½ tsp Onion Powder ¼ tsp Smoked Paprika (optional, for depth) 1 tsp Dijon Mustard (optional, adds a subtle tang & flavor boost) Salt & Black Pepper to taste Optional Toppings: extra cheddar, Chili Onion Crunch, or Everything But the Bagel Seasoning Directions Cook Pasta Boil the pasta according to package directions until just al dente. Drain and set aside. Make the Cottage Cheese Base Blend cottage cheese and milk until completely smooth and creamy. Make the Cheese Sauce In a large pan, heat olive oil or butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the blended cottage cheese mixture, whisking until smooth and slightly thickened. Melt in Cheese & Seasonings Add shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce. Combine Stir the drained pasta into the sauce until every piece is coated. Optional Bake Pour into an oven-safe dish, sprinkle extra cheddar on top, and broil for 2–3 minutes until bubbly and golden.