So for the last couple of months I have been going back and forth between having some bad days, some good days, and a few great days.. I have managed to not really gain any weight back, just going back and forth between the same couple of pounds. I knew it would be harder as I got closer to my goal, but it was alot easier in the beginning when you are seeing the weight fall off every week. Prior to this past week I had only lost about 5 pounds in the last 3 months.. Yeah I'm sure your reaction is about as exciting as mine is..ehh! Still the right direction.. but it could have been WAAYY better.
So as a 27th Birthday present to myself I completely recommited to myself and my health.. I passed on the huge Oreo cake I was going to make for myself.. and had a great week.. although I was tempted to cheat.. I didn't..and I was really happy with the results this morning.. I now weigh..133.5!
Wow is all I can say.. Although the last few weeks hasn't led to much.. I really can't get over how different things really are.. How many woman can say that they are in better health at 27 they they were at 17? I have a hard time believing it myself.
Monday, May 16, 2011
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Creamy Asparagus soup
I love the flavor of fresh asparagus. If I could buy the tips and eat the a whole bowl full I would. But the thing is I am not crazy about the stringy ends.. With this soup though I didn't have to worry about it.. I could use the entire thing and still get that yummy flavor. This a great dipping soup for bread.. all kinds of flavor!
Creamy Asparagus Soup (79 Calories/.5 grams Fat/1.5 grams fiber/6 servings)
Creamy Asparagus Soup (79 Calories/.5 grams Fat/1.5 grams fiber/6 servings)
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus ( about 1 lb), cut up into about 1 inch pieces
- dried garlic, thyme, and pepper to taste
- 2 T FF sour cream
- 1 can FF Evaporated milk
- 1 T lemon juice
- 2.5 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 cups water
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Thanksgiving Burger
Who says Thanksgiving only comes once a year? NOT me! This was so much better than I thought it would be! I was a bit sceptical at first because of the cranberry sauce, but it was really good! Do not put as much sauce on the burger as in the picture.. a little goes a long way, and if you put to much it will overwhelm the other flavors. Spread it on more like a thin layer of jelly.
Thanksgiving Burgers (335 Calories/11 grams fat/5 grams fiber/6 servings)
Saute celery and onion in cooking spray. Combine with ground beef, along with stuffing mix and egg. Form into 6 patties. Cook burgers on grill.. Top with lettuce, thin layer of cranberry sauce, and whipped cream cheese.
Thanksgiving Burgers (335 Calories/11 grams fat/5 grams fiber/6 servings)
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 lbs 93% ground beef (OK so I was suppose to use ground Turkey(DUH) but forgot to buy it.. so beef it was!)
- 3 oz Stuffing mix ( like Stove top)
- 1 egg
- 6 Sandwich Thins
- lettuce
- 6 T whipped Cream cheese
- 1/6th can of cranberry sauce
Saute celery and onion in cooking spray. Combine with ground beef, along with stuffing mix and egg. Form into 6 patties. Cook burgers on grill.. Top with lettuce, thin layer of cranberry sauce, and whipped cream cheese.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Kale chips
Ever get a bag of potato chip and just want eat the entire thing? I know I have, and if you haven't I want your will power! well now you can eat them all with no guilt after! Kale is so very good for you..
Low in saturated fat
No cholesterol
No sugar
Very high in calcium
High in dietary fiber
High in iron
Very high in manganese
High in magnesium
High in phosphorus
Very high in potassium
High in riboflavin
High in thiamin
Very high in vitamin A
Very high in vitamin B6
Very high in vitamin
So go ahead and make them and get your salty craving in the good way!
Kale Chips (1 cup raw is 38 Calories/.5 grams fat/1.3 grams fiber)
So go ahead and make them and get your salty craving in the good way!
Kale Chips (1 cup raw is 38 Calories/.5 grams fat/1.3 grams fiber)
- bunch of kale, washed with stems removed
- salt or garlic salt to taste
- cooking spray
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Quick Chicken Jambalaya
Really easy and simple yummy food.. Great with a salad! Original Recipe here.
- 3/4 lb Chicken breast, cut into pieces and cooked
- 7 oz turkey sausage, cook and cut into chunks
- 1 can french onion soup
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup dry brown rice
- small can mushrooms
- 1-2 t of creole seasoning ( I didn't measure this.. use what you like)
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
making it official
So for about the last month I have been going back and forth between the same 2 pounds..Not great.. But at the very least if I wanted to stop right here I would have a good idea how to maintain it. Thats a plus.. but hey..I really don't want to stop!
So this past week I worked really hard on my diet and watched everything I ate..My workouts weren't that great due to some knee pain, but I did my best..So today the scale read 135! This week my goal is to drink more water... I have been really slacking in that department! Lets see what happens!
So this past week I worked really hard on my diet and watched everything I ate..My workouts weren't that great due to some knee pain, but I did my best..So today the scale read 135! This week my goal is to drink more water... I have been really slacking in that department! Lets see what happens!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Chicken Avocado Stir-fry
Good tasting and and good for you stir fry! Original Recipe here
Chicken Avocado Stir-fry (333 Calories/17 grams fat/10 grams fiber)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
8 oz snow peas
8 oz sliced portabello mushrooms
2 bunches green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 large ripe but firm avocados - peeled, pitted, and cut into large chunks
In a bowl, stir together the chicken broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and garlic until the cornstarch is smooth, and set aside.
Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, and cook and stir the chicken until cooked through and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. Remove from the wok and set aside. Place the snow peas into the hot wok, and cook and stir until bright green and still crisp, about 3 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and green onions, and toss with the snow peas in the hot oil until the mushrooms are tender and have given up their juice, about 5 minutes. Pour off excess juices, if any.
Return the chicken to the wok, and stir briefly over medium heat to combine with the cooked vegetables. Stir the reserved sauce ingredients to recombine, if needed, and add to the wok. Gently stir in the avocado, and let the mixture bubble until the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Stir gently to coat everything in sauce, and serve.
Chicken Avocado Stir-fry (333 Calories/17 grams fat/10 grams fiber)
Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, and cook and stir the chicken until cooked through and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. Remove from the wok and set aside. Place the snow peas into the hot wok, and cook and stir until bright green and still crisp, about 3 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and green onions, and toss with the snow peas in the hot oil until the mushrooms are tender and have given up their juice, about 5 minutes. Pour off excess juices, if any.
Return the chicken to the wok, and stir briefly over medium heat to combine with the cooked vegetables. Stir the reserved sauce ingredients to recombine, if needed, and add to the wok. Gently stir in the avocado, and let the mixture bubble until the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Stir gently to coat everything in sauce, and serve.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Banana Peanut Butter Pancakes w/ PB Syrup
So. Good. My life is now complete. At least when it comes to breakfast.. or one of my favorite things in the world, Brinner! I still rarely eat more than a bagel or yogurt for breakfast..but give me a pancake for dinner and I will tear it up!
Banana Peanut Butter Pancakes w/ PB Syrup
Peanut Butter Syrup (390 Calories/11 grams fat/ entire portion)
Peanut Butter Pancakes (195 Calories/3 grams fat/2 grams fiber/7 HUGE pancakes)
Banana Peanut Butter Pancakes w/ PB Syrup
Peanut Butter Syrup (390 Calories/11 grams fat/ entire portion)
- 2 T Peanut Butter
- 1/4 cup Light Pancake syrup
Peanut Butter Pancakes (195 Calories/3 grams fat/2 grams fiber/7 HUGE pancakes)
- 2 cups wheat blends pancake mix
- 2 eggs
- 1 and 1/4 cups milk (I used almond)
- 1 banana, mashed
- 2 T Peanut butter
- banana and strawberries on top (optional)
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Taco Pizza
Do you like my award winning photography? how about my designer plates? I thought so! Do not be fooled by the common photo..this is a perfect combination of pizza and taco..its like to two of them got together and fell in love.. and them wanted you to have dinner! Original recipe by Kraft.
Taco Pizza (353 Calories/11 grams fat/1.5 grams fiber/ 6 servings)
Taco Pizza (353 Calories/11 grams fat/1.5 grams fiber/ 6 servings)
- Thin and crispy pre-made crust
- 1 lb 93% lean ground beef
- 1 packet Taco seasoning ( you could buy one of the taco kits..since you will also need sauces and shells)
- 1 cup cheese
- 4 hard taco shells
- taco sauce
- 1 chopped tomato
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
Monday, April 4, 2011
Sloppy Janes
Super kid friendly and fun! My boys gobbled these up! Original Recipe here
Sloppy Janes (298 Calories/9.5 grams fat/2.5 grams fiber/12 servings)
Sloppy Janes (298 Calories/9.5 grams fat/2.5 grams fiber/12 servings)
- package 8 hot dogs, sliced ( I would have used the lower fat/ lower calorie hot dogs.. but I am the only one that likes them so full fat it is!)
- 28 oz can baked beans
- 1 can hot dog style chili
- hot dog buns
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Nutella Rice Krispies
It's about the portion contol right? not diet in any way.. but still better than a brownie.. chocolate fix included! I just heart Nutella!
Nutella Rice Krispies (156 Calories/ 18 servings) (picture thanks to my 4 year old! )
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
- 10 oz bag mini marshmellows
- 1/2 cup nutella
- 4 T butter
Melt butter in large non stick pot. Add marshmellows and melt. Take off heat and stir in nutella until melted. Stir in rice krispies. Press into greased dish and allow to cool.
Cream Cheese Chicken
So what if it is loaded with sodium..drink lots of water.. you will be fine.. and it will be OK.. Because well you will want to lick your plate..because this is so basic.. yet so good you will want to go back for more... (but if you are being good you won't.. :) Original recipe here
Cream Cheese Chicken (306 calories/16 grams fat/4 servings)
Cream Cheese Chicken (306 calories/16 grams fat/4 servings)
- 1 99% FF can cream-of-mushroom soup
- --1/2 cup chicken broth
- --1 lb Chicken breasts
- --packet of Italian salad dressing mix
- --2 cloves minced garlic
- -- 1/3 less fat block of cream cheese (to add later)
Add Everything to the crock pot except cream cheese.. Cook on low about 6 hours. Stir in cream cheese and switch to high for 30 minutes until cream cheese is melted.. serve with rice or pasta.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Lemon Butter Tilapia
Even though the main source of calories in this dish comes from the butter.. it still tastes incredibly light and almost refreshing. My hubby was very happy and said it was a home run! Original Recipe here.
Tilapia w/ Lemon Butter Sauce (340 Calories/ 15.5 grams fat/4 servings)
While fish is cooking, melt remaining 2T butter in a sauce pan, add garlic, cook additional minute. add flour and stir another minute. Slowly stir in stock and lemon juice. cook a couple addtional minutes until sauce thickens a bit. Pour over cooked fish and top with tomatoes.
Tilapia w/ Lemon Butter Sauce (340 Calories/ 15.5 grams fat/4 servings)
- 2 lbs Tilapia fish fillets ( this is about 2 fish per person..if you want to make less.. you could easily cut the recipe in half and do 1 lb)
- 5 T unsalted butter
- 2 T flour
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup stock ( I used vegetable.. chicken would be good too)
- 4 t lemon juice
- 1 medium diced tomato
- salt and pepper to taste
While fish is cooking, melt remaining 2T butter in a sauce pan, add garlic, cook additional minute. add flour and stir another minute. Slowly stir in stock and lemon juice. cook a couple addtional minutes until sauce thickens a bit. Pour over cooked fish and top with tomatoes.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Taco Meat loaf muffins
Mhh..If you like tacos..or if you like meatloaf..or if you live on the planet earth.. you will like these! Original recipes here, here , and here!
Taco Meatloaf muffins (158 Calories/8.5 grams fat/ .5 grams fiber/ 12 servings)
Taco Meatloaf muffins (158 Calories/8.5 grams fat/ .5 grams fiber/ 12 servings)
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1 egg
- 1.25 pounds 93% ground turkey or beef
- 1/2 packet Taco seasoning
- 1 can rotel
- 2 oz crushed Doritos ( or you could use any corn chip)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2-3 T taco sauce
- 2-3 T salsa
- 4 oz Velveeta ( or you could use pre-made queso dip instead of the Velveeta and salsa)
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Chicken and Cornbread Pie
I really liked this. Original Recipe here.
Chicken and Cornbread Pie (328 Calories/8 grams fat/3 .5 grams fiber/6 servings)
Chicken and Cornbread Pie (328 Calories/8 grams fat/3 .5 grams fiber/6 servings)
- 1 lb cooked and shredded chicken ( or turkey)
- 1 can Rotel, drained
- 1t chili powder
- 10 oz can enchilada sauce
- 15 oz can corn, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
- 1 box corn bread mix (jiffy)
- 1/3 cup milk
- egg
Monday, March 21, 2011
Super Simple Fire Raosted Tomato and Black Bean Soup
I don't even know if this can count as a recipe...easiest thing to make in the world..I served mine with Turkey and avocado on ciabatta..soooo good!
- 1 can fire-roasted tomatoes w/ garlic
- 1 15 oz can black beans, undrained
someone smack me around..
This week has been horrible.. Its almost like I am sabotaging myself.. I can't stop eating junk and exercise has been minimal.. (today has been good so far!) I have not got this far to start ruining myself now.. and its not so much a fear of not losing that 10 lbs I still want to lose.. its a total fear of gaining it all back..for the first time in my life my body isn't my biggest insecurity anymore.. while I am far from perfect I don't want to cry every time I look in the mirror like I did before I started all this...Some prayers and a few swift kicks in the rear-end are needed.. and someone needs to come into my house late at night and tape my mouth shut.. that is all.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Vegan Chickpea and Carrot Soup
A great soup to serve with a sandwich! Original recipe here.
Vegan Chickpea and Carrot Soup (162 Calories/1 gram fat/7.5 grams fiber/4servings)
Vegan Chickpea and Carrot Soup (162 Calories/1 gram fat/7.5 grams fiber/4servings)
- 15 oz can Garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
- 9 oz fresh carrots, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup orange juice ( I used pulp free)
- cumin to taste (about a tsp)
- chili powder (about a tsp)
- salt and pepper
- garnish of cilantro and almonds (optional.. not included in calories)
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Spicy Turkey Meatballs w/ Creamy Avocado Dip
Tasty.. yummy.. Dip is a must! Original Recipe here.
Spicy Turkey Meatballs w/ Creamy Avocado Dip (353 Calories/19 grams fat/3.5 grams fiber/4 servings)
~Meatballs
put all dipping sauce ingredients in food processor and blend!
Spicy Turkey Meatballs w/ Creamy Avocado Dip (353 Calories/19 grams fat/3.5 grams fiber/4 servings)
~Meatballs
- 1.25 pounds 93% ground Turkey
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1.5 chilies in adobo sauce, chopped
- Salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
- 1/4 cup FF sour cream
- 1 avocado
- 2 T lime juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
put all dipping sauce ingredients in food processor and blend!
Monday, March 7, 2011
Pizza Casserole
I made this quite a few times growing up, It was one of those go to meals my mom had me make many times..Its almost exactly the same.. Except I tried to cut down on the calories.. and it was still delicious! This makes 8 big servings, so you could always make more or less depending on what your family eats. This easily made two meals for my family..throw in a side salad and you have lunch and dinner :)
Pizza Casserole (423 Calories/13 grams fat/7 grams fiber/8 servings)
Pizza Casserole (423 Calories/13 grams fat/7 grams fiber/8 servings)
- 1 lb 93% ground beef
- 13 oz box whole grain pasta, any shape
- 6 oz package turkey pepperoni
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 24 oz jar favorite pasta sauce (I used 4 cheese)
- 1 cup reduced fat cheese
- sat and pepper to taste
Thursday, March 3, 2011
The Breakfast Burger
I personally do not have a Carls Jr. in my area.. but if you do.. I am sure you have heard of their breakfast burger..personally I love breakfast.. and the idea of putting it on a burger..well it took all of 2 seconds before I knew instantly I would make one for myself. This sandwhich most likley isn't the best for you.. but when you compare it to its fast food brother (780 Calories/41 grams of fat), I would venture to says its not that bad. The yolk from the egg makes a fabulous sauce on the burger. I ate my with a pancake.. what else?
The Breakfast Burger (384 Calories/13.5 grams fat/4 grams fiber/ 1 serving)
The Breakfast Burger (384 Calories/13.5 grams fat/4 grams fiber/ 1 serving)
- 100 Calories English muffin, toasted
- 1 slice turkey bacon, cooked
- 1 slice FF american cheese
- 1/5th pound ground beef, seasoned and cooked into a patty
- 1/4 cup baked shreded hashbrown
- 1 egg, over easy ( or as I call it, dippy egg)
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Salt and Pepper Baked Potato Chips
Super easy side.. Hopefully you have better knife skills than I do, as some where just right and others were a little on the thick side.. but still good.
Salt and Pepper Baked Potato Chips (80 Calories/1.5 grams fiber/4 servings)
I think next time I am going to try a little garlic powder or parm cheese.. yum!
Salt and Pepper Baked Potato Chips (80 Calories/1.5 grams fiber/4 servings)
- 3 medium potatoes, washed and sliced thin
- cooking spray
- salt and fresh cracked black pepper
I think next time I am going to try a little garlic powder or parm cheese.. yum!
Monday, February 28, 2011
time to get back to blogging!
It have been a couple of weeks since I have written a blog post.. I know, I know.. bad me. Between sickness, traveling, and hubby throwing away my nutrition info that I had a on a couple of un-posted recipes, I kind of gave up for a short time..Now its back to workouts and watching what I eat.. Luckily I have maintained my weight.. so no worries there. So anyway, get out your grocery lists and look forward to some new recipes in the coming days!
Friday, February 11, 2011
13 is a lucky number! :)
Everyone associates 13 as being an unlucky number..and most of the time I suppose I believe them. (whoever they are!) But today, 13 is 100% a good thing.. Because for the first time ever in my adult life I saw a 13 on the scale.. In the form of 139.5 ( just made it! I know!)..and am thrilled to say I am no longer overweight according to BMI.. normal never felt so good!
Chinese Spaghetti
Not sure what to say about this dish other than it was yummy.. I say a lot of things are yummy though, anyone want to pitch in some descriptive words for tasty dishes?.. I'm all ears. its a nice change from the traditional Italian version... and less calories... because your not dumping tons of sauce on it. (or cheese.. you can't have spaghetti without cheese!) original recipe here.
Chinese Spaghetti (328 calories/5.25 grams fat/4 grams fiber/4 servings)
Chinese Spaghetti (328 calories/5.25 grams fat/4 grams fiber/4 servings)
- 1/2 lb ground beef (93% lean)
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 4 scallions, chopped and divided
- 8 oz spaghetti or angel hair pasta
- 2 cups bean sprouts
- 1 t chili paste w/ garlic ( I left this out for the little ones.. but mama likes it spicy!)
- 1 T reduced sodium soy sauce
- 1 T fish sauce ( or oyster)
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Ginger Lime Rib-eye
My FIL always makes these soy marinated beef ribs at pretty much any party he has.. they are really good.. I would imagine this concoction is pretty similar to what he makes.. except i think he uses lemon.. I think..he has never given me his "secret" recipe. Hubby thought it was a little to limey.. But I liked the extra kick it gave.. you could easily reduce the amount of lime for your taste. you could also use any steak, but we prefer the taste of rib-eye!
Ginger Lime Rib-eye (55 Calories per ounce with fat removed/95 Calories per ounce with fat)
Ginger Lime Rib-eye (55 Calories per ounce with fat removed/95 Calories per ounce with fat)
- 1.3 lbs rib-eye steak ( that how much was in my package, you get what you will eat!)
- 3T lime juice
- 3T low sodium soy sauce
- 3 T vinegar (I used cane, white or apple cider would work)
- 1/2 inch to an inch grated ginger root
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste ( a few grinds not sure how much)
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
OK.. So I Am going to be extremely lazy when in comes to this post..I didn't change one thing about this recipe ( except i didn't peel the potatoes so add 6 total grams of fiber).. So why reinvent the wheel when Gina did such a great job already? I will give you my picture tho.. and mention that I added a Pillsbury Grands Jr biscuit so it was more pot pieish. (hint hint.. Click on Gina to get the recipe!)
Saturday, February 5, 2011
National Nutella Day.. Super Simple Nutella Brownies
Today is National Nutella Day, and while I can't justify eating an entire brownie I had one bite and They are so tasty for being SOOO simple..The recipe only made 4 brownies though, so if you do make them.. it wouldn't cause to much damage as you would run out! Hubby ate 2 in a matter of a couple minutes and told me I was a tease. Original recipe here
Super Simple Nutella Brownies (224 Calories/12 grams fat/1 gram fiber/4 servings)
Super Simple Nutella Brownies (224 Calories/12 grams fat/1 gram fiber/4 servings)
- 1/2 cup Nutella Spread
- 1 egg
- 5 T flour.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Portuguese Green Soup
This is an Americanized version of a soup that was popular for Portuguese fisherman back in the day.. pretty tasty stuff.. Original recipe here
Portuguese Green Soup (192 Calories/5.5 grams fat/3 grams fiber/4 servings)
Portuguese Green Soup (192 Calories/5.5 grams fat/3 grams fiber/4 servings)
- cooking spray
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 3 medium potatoes, chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 oz chopped frozen spinach, thawed ( you could add more, but that's all I had)
- 3.5 cups chicken broth
- 1-2 cups water
- 7 oz smoked turkey sausage or Kielbasa, sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Dark Chocolate Oat Muffins
These hit the spot.. mhh just enough chocolate to satisfy the craving while still being good for you! :) Total win! Original Recipe here
Dark Chocolate Oat Muffins (167 Calories/6.5 grams fat/2.5 grams fiber/12 servings)
- 6 T melted Light margarine (or butter..mmhhh butter)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 t baking powder
- 1/3 t baking soda
- 1/4 t salt
- 3/4 cup no sugar added apple sauce
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Preheat oven to 350F. Mix first 8 ingredients in a bowl. Stir in oats and chocolate chips. Bake in greased muffin tin for 20 minutes.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Wraps
Easy Peasy to put together.. I love my crock pot. Original recipe here.
Crock pot Buffalo Chicken Wraps (243 Calories/5 grams fat/8 grams fiber/ 6 servings)
Crock pot Buffalo Chicken Wraps (243 Calories/5 grams fat/8 grams fiber/ 6 servings)
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast
- 1/2 cup Franks hot sauce
- 1/2 cup FF blue cheese or ranch dressing
- 6 100 calorie wraps (I used FLAT OUT multi grain)
- lettuce
- blue cheese crumbles (optional and not included in calories)
- salt and pepper
Monday, January 31, 2011
Artichoke and Feta Turkey Burgers
I Really enjoyed the flavors of this burger.. it went really well together! The original recipe calls for stuffing the burger and about a dozen othere steps that I didnt bother with.. If I can simplify..I am all for it! Original Recipe here.
Artichoke and Feta Turkey Burgers (271 Calories/9 grams Fat/1 gram fiber/5 servings)
Artichoke and Feta Turkey Burgers (271 Calories/9 grams Fat/1 gram fiber/5 servings)
- 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey, (seasoned to you liking..ie..salt, pepper, onion, garlic)
- 2 artichoke hearts, sauted in salt and pepper and cooking spray.
- 6 T FF Fetta cheese crumbles
- buns
- lettuce
- tomato
Saturday, January 29, 2011
its been awhile since my last weigh in..
its been slow going but.. it is still going! and its 142! I have also in the last week started weight training.. so in the next few weeks I am going to try to not focus as much on what the scale says and attempt to build some muscle! wish me luck!
178..Starting weight
156.. (Smallest since having children) New nail polish152..(smallest since becoming pregnant w/ Fhillip)..New shirt
148..(30 pounds)..Healthy cookbook
142..(wedding weight)..new hair cut and foils
current weight... 142
138..(40 pounds gone!).. Family portraits
130.. (just a big deal!)..new swim suit!
178..Starting weight
148..(30 pounds)..Healthy cookbook
current weight... 142
138..(40 pounds gone!).. Family portraits
130.. (just a big deal!)..new swim suit!
Friday, January 28, 2011
Guiltless Alfredo Sauce
Have you ever ordered a dish of Chicken Alfredo from Olive Garden? Or their Alfredo Pizza? or even just the dipping sauce for the bread sticks? All super yummy! But if you are on a diet.. Alfredo is just plain out of reach.. Because the dipping sauce alone has 380 Calories and 35 grams of fat.. add some pasta and chicken to make it the meal? and you have 1440 Calories and 88 grams of fat.. yeah.. I can feel myself gaining weight just thinking about it.. This sauce hits the spot without hitting your thighs.. It makes quite a bit, I had enough for sauce on a pizza and to cover pasta and broccoli. original recipe here.
Guiltless Alfredo Sauce ( 530 Calories/ 55 grams Fat/2 grams fiber/ no servings.. but it makes tons and you could get many individual meals out of it!)
Guiltless Alfredo Sauce ( 530 Calories/ 55 grams Fat/2 grams fiber/ no servings.. but it makes tons and you could get many individual meals out of it!)
- 2 Cups almond milk ( or just low fat milk)
- 3 oz 1/3 less fat cream cheese,
- 2 T Flour
- 1 t salt
- 1 T butter
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup grated parm cheese
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Breakfast Ranch Stars
These were really good, but salty.. I think its due to the fact that I thought I had more sour cream in the house but didn't.. so I just used what I had. I will make this again.. but either with less of the seasoning packet, or more sour cream in the mixture, or both. Original recipe here
Breakfast Ranch Stars (80 Calories/2.5 grams fat/ 24 servings)
Breakfast Ranch Stars (80 Calories/2.5 grams fat/ 24 servings)
- 1 c and 1/4 cup FF Sour cream (I will add more next time)
- 1 packet dry Ranch dressing mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 lb turkey Breakfast sausage, crumbled and browned
- 1 cup reduced fat cheese
- 24 won ton wrappers
Saturday, January 22, 2011
De-light-ful Blueberry Pie
This was light and refreshing. Really easy with no baking required! How can you go wrong?? This would be great with any berry.. but blueberries have been a good price at the store.. so blueberries it is! My 2 year old.. kept saying over and over... "mhhh blueberry pie...mmmhhhh yummy!" Therefore this gets 2 thumbs up! The calories and fat could be lower if you use FF cool whip..but I really don't like the flavor of it..so regular is used.
Original recipe here.
De-light-ful Blueberry Pie (229 Calories/ 9 grams fat/2 grams fiber/ 8 servings)
Original recipe here.
De-light-ful Blueberry Pie (229 Calories/ 9 grams fat/2 grams fiber/ 8 servings)
- one graham cracker crust
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 light (6 oz each) FF yogurt ( blueberry flavor)
- 1 container cool whip
Friday, January 21, 2011
Chicken Adobo
Adobo is the national dish of the Philippines..and funny enough even though every household makes it, almost no one makes it the same.. its always left up to a persons taste.. adobo is a stew or a simmer of meat or vegetables cooked with vinegar, and pretty much always flavored with garlic and soy.. so here is my take on it!
Chicken Adobo (248 Calories/ 9.5 grams fat/5 servings)
Chicken Adobo (248 Calories/ 9.5 grams fat/5 servings)
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4-5 cloves garlic, smashed
- 3 T soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar ( I used cane)
- 4 peppercorns crushed
- 1/4 cup onions, chopped
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Buffalo Turkey (Chicken) Bites
I love buffalo flavors.. one of my faves, so glad a I made these.. with more leftover turkey! ( but Chicken would be great in this too!) Original Recipe here.
Buffalo Turkey Cheese Bites (292 Calories/18 grams fat/.5 grams fiber/ 4 servings)
Buffalo Turkey Cheese Bites (292 Calories/18 grams fat/.5 grams fiber/ 4 servings)
- 4 oz 1/3rd less fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 pound cooked, shredded turkey ( or chicken)
- 1/4 cup Franks Hot sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 T flour
- 3T bread crumbs
Sunday, January 16, 2011
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Turkey Tetrazzini
What happens when you cook a whole turkey? turkey leftovers of course! This meal comes together in minutes.. I like that on days I'm not really in a cooking mood..but at the same time.. my family feels they need to eat everyday.. so I get to do it either way.. lucky me! :) Original recipe here.
Turkey Tetrazzini (240 Calories/11 grams fat/2 grams fiber/4 servings)
Turkey Tetrazzini (240 Calories/11 grams fat/2 grams fiber/4 servings)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1.5 cup dry egg noodles, cooked
- 1/2 pound cooked, shredded turkey
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 4 oz 1/3 less fat cream cheese
- pepper to taste
"Smoked" Turkey
Turkey shouldn't just be for holidays.. If you don't mind eating it for 4 days straight it really is a cheap way to eat.. and it tastes so yummy! This had a mild smokey flavor that made me want to keep eating! Original recipe here
"Smoked" Turkey (170 Calories/ 8 grams fat/ 4 oz)
"Smoked" Turkey (170 Calories/ 8 grams fat/ 4 oz)
- one turkey, thawed
- 1 cup kosher salt
- one small bottle liquid smoke
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Pizza Bubble Ring
What a fun way to change up pizza! and It's a hit for little and big kids alike.. I could have eaten the entire ring.. but that probably would not have been a good idea.. so I ate 2.. I was a good girl! Original (very fattening) recipe here.
Pizza Bubble Ring (160 Calories/ 10 grams fat/10 servings)
Pizza Bubble Ring (160 Calories/ 10 grams fat/10 servings)
- 1 package Golden layers Grands Jrs (12oz)
- 4 sticks low fat string cheese
- 30 slices pepperoni
- butter flavored cooking spray
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Blueberry Coconut cake
This is yummy :) and it great warm with a little ice cream! you can really taste the lemon zest.. and that is a good thing. Original Recipe here
Blueberry Coconut cake (195 Calories/3 grams fat/1.4 grams fiber/10 servings)
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
zest of one lemon
6 ounces plain Greek yogurt
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 heaping cup blueberries
1/2 cup shredded coconut
splash of coconut milk (I had it.. thought it would be good.. but I'm sure regular milk would be good too)Preheat oven to 350F.. Mix all ingredients, mixing the blueberries last, to keep from smashing them. Pour into a greased bread or bunt pan.. bake 50-60 minutes.
Monday, January 10, 2011
Bean and Cheese Burger
This is what I would like to call a lighter dish..neither option is really that great for you.. but when you compare it to the possible calories count you would get from using full fat ingredients this is still a better option. An why wouldn't you you want that? Original Recipe here
Bean and Cheese Burger (410 Calories/11 grams of Fat/4 grams Fiber/5 servings)
Bean and Cheese Burger (410 Calories/11 grams of Fat/4 grams Fiber/5 servings)
- 1 lb 93% lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup Salsa
- 4 oz 2% Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup FF re fried beans
- 6 corn tortillas (cut in triangles and baked at 400F for about 10 minutes)
- buns
First step on the scale: 2011!
And the verdict is in..145! (and three pounds away from my wedding weight.. almost 7.5 years ago!) I can't believe its been that long.. Oh and on Saturday on a whim I tried on a pair of size 8 pants at Old Navy just to see how they fit (I also know that Old Navy can be a little more forgiving than some other brands) and while it was still a little tight. I didn't have a problem zipping it up! ( I didn't have to do that lay down trick.. If you are a woman you so know what I mean!) So here is my virtual happy dance!
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Twice Baked potatoes
A tasty way to eat your potatoes!
Twice Baked Potatoes ( 154 Calories/ 3.7 grams fat/2 grams fiber/5 servings)
Twice Baked Potatoes ( 154 Calories/ 3.7 grams fat/2 grams fiber/5 servings)
- 5 mediums sized potatoes
- 2/3 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup stock or broth ( I used chicken)
- 3 T FF sour cream
- season salt
- pepper
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Slow cooker Chicken and Wild rice
This is very very yummy.. and VERY VERY easy! Even if you are the worst cook in the history of the word this will come out tasting great! :) I didn't even change the recipe in the slightest from the recipe here.
Slow cooker Chicken and Wild rice (257 Calories/5.5 grams fat/1.5 grams fiber/4 servings)
Slow cooker Chicken and Wild rice (257 Calories/5.5 grams fat/1.5 grams fiber/4 servings)
- 1 lb Chicken Breast
- 1 can 98% FF crm of mushroom
- 1 T dried onion flakes
- 1 bag Uncle Bens Ready Rice ( I used Long grain and wild)
Monday, January 3, 2011
New year, New Start.
Every year it seems I always make the resolution to lose weight.. well... This year isn't any different, but it already feels better :).. all because I've already seen what I can do and I'm not starting at the beginning! I kind of took some time off from counting calories (and exercise for that matter..(eep!) the last couple of weeks to enjoy the holiday season.. and when I weighed myself yesterday was pleasantly surprised that I had only gained a pound .. that I can live with.. now to get back on track to a smaller fun sized me.. As it stands today I am six pounds away for being at the very top of a healthy weight range.. (and my wedding weight ironically enough!) ..Nap time for the kiddos and workout time for me!
Diet Cola Chicken
So during my many searches on the Internet there are countless marinades using soda.. they have always intrigued me.. but here is the thing.. I do not buy soda with sugar in it..The kids don't drink it.. and I don't need the calories..so then I thought.. why have I never seen anyone do this with diet cola? I think its rather tasty and you avoid the calories :) I only marinated this for 4 hours..( just because I forgot) next time I will definatly marinate over night) original recipe here
Diet Cola Chicken (133 Calories/2.5 grams fat/4 servings)
Diet Cola Chicken (133 Calories/2.5 grams fat/4 servings)
- 1 lb Chicken breast
- 1 cup diet cola made with Splenda ( Splenda holds up to heat.. Aspartame does not)
- 3 T soy sauce
- 1/2 T Balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 T lemon juice
- 1 T minced garlic
- 1 T brown sugar
Cheerios Banana Muffins
My 4 year old loved helping me made and eat these little muffins! Then again he loves helping when I bake anything.. he must get this from his mama! :) Original Recipe here
Cheerios Banana Muffins (120 Calories/ 3 grams fat/ 1 gram fiber/ 12 servings)
Cheerios Banana Muffins (120 Calories/ 3 grams fat/ 1 gram fiber/ 12 servings)
- 2 cups Multi-grain cheerios, crushed
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup white flour
- 1/2 cup wheat flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 t baking soda
- 3/4 t baking powder
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 cup mashed bananas (2-3 bananas)
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