Making Black Bean Soup.....Again. The truth of the matter is, I love the stuff. Not only are beans economical, they go a long way. They have loads of protein - when I eat beans, I lose my craving for meat - I don't even miss it. They fill you up quickly. They naturally have no fat, and have lots of fiber. I'm big on … [Read more...] about Making Black Bean Soup…..Again
You: on a diet
I followed the You: on a Diet - The Owners Manual For Waist Management for awhile. It wasn't a bad diet but I really didn't care for the recipes so had to create my own.
Day 179
Day 179 - Food Log Food Calories Fat Sugar 7/11/07 Wednesday grapenuts 200 10 11 1/2 cup milk 130 45 2 sl ww bread 200 18 3 Yogurt 60 25 2 3c Lettuce 45 turkey … [Read more...] about Day 179
Chicken Saute with Balsamic-Dried Plum Sauce
Chicken Saute with Balsamic-Dried Plum Sauce 2 tablespoons olive oil - or Pam 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/2 pounds) Salt and pepper 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup (about 3 ounces) coarsely chopped dried plums 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme … [Read more...] about Chicken Saute with Balsamic-Dried Plum Sauce
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Grilled Shrimp Salad 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 large romaine lettuce head, rinsed and allowed to dry 1 very small head radicchio or arugula, rinsed and allowed to dry Olive Oil Cooking spray 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon … [Read more...] about Grilled Shrimp Salad
You On A Walk
The You On A Diet doctors have come up with a new audiobook called You On A Walk, that you can listen to while you're walking. You'll hear music, tips and pointers designed to keep you motivated while walking. YOU: On a Walk Go ahead. Check it out. You know you want to. … [Read more...] about You On A Walk
Salsa Marinated Chicken
Salsa Marinated Chicken 1 1/2 cups good-quality prepared salsa 2 tablespoons no-salt-added tomato paste 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound total) 1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips 2/3 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed 3 tablespoons finely chopped scallion 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons chopped … [Read more...] about Salsa Marinated Chicken
Turkey with Mustard and Sage
Turkey with Mustard and Sage I just love sage. 1/2 tsp. olive oil 4 4 oz. turkey cutlets, pounded 1/4 inch thick 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup plus 1/2 tablespoon dry white wine 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 1/2 tbsps. grainy mustard (coarse ground - Boarshead has a great grainy mustard, you can get it in the … [Read more...] about Turkey with Mustard and Sage
Citrus Vinaigrette
This would be a good You Diet dressing as long as you only use a couple of tablespoons of it on your salad. juice and zest of 1 lemon juice and zest of one orange 2 teaspoons honey 2 tablespoons shallot 1 medium clove garlic 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon Mrs Dash original mix 1/3 cup olive oil Put juice and zest into food processor. Start … [Read more...] about Citrus Vinaigrette