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MissCurves
on 5/21/13 8:13 am
RNY on 03/26/13
Topic: RE: Cauliflower crust Pizza-Enough for the whole family

Yup it's hand eatable.I would have added the pics but the site doesn't allow us to :(

JennieTN
on 5/20/13 9:39 am - Chatham, Canada
Topic: RE: Optifast recipes

Canadian programs allow, sugar free syrups and water flavour mix ins like Crystal Light and Mio. Also, you can add it to decaf coffee and tea, cold or warm, (if adding to a hot liquid remember to temper it first, or it may turn lumpy).. A lot of people in my group mix half chocolate and half vanilla. Try it warm, or frozen like a popsicle. Do not add fruit or other 'food' as the prior poster suggested it is not allowed before surgery in the Canadian system. Good luck with your surgery!

 

    
JennieTN
on 5/20/13 9:22 am - Chatham, Canada
Topic: Shrimp, Mango & Avocado Salad with Chili-Lime dressing
Thanks to janetandgreta.com  

Shrimp, Mango & Avocado Salad with Chili-Lime Dressing Colourful, flavourful, simple! This high- protein shrimp, mango and avocado salad is the perfect pick for potlucks and picnics. (Try saying THAT five times fast!) Dressing 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice 2 tsp honey 1 tsp Dijon mustard ½ tsp grated lime zest ¼ tsp each sea salt and freshly ground black pepper tsp each ground cumin and chili powder Salad 1 lb (454 g) large cooked shrimp (about 30-40/lb), chopped 2 medium mangos (ripe!), cubed 1 large or 2 small avocados, cubed 1 cup peeled, diced English cucumber 1 cup quartered grape tomatoes cup chopped green onions ¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup. Refrigerate until ready to use. Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. Mix gently to avoid mashing the avocado. Give dressing a quick whisk and add to salad. Mix gently until salad is coated with dressing. Add a bit more salt and pepper if desired. May be served immediately. If making salad in advance, see tips at right. Enjoy!   This recipe looks more appealing when you buy large shrimp and then coarsely chop them. In other words, we don’t recommend baby shrimp for this recipe. Make sure your mangos and avocados are ripe. If making this salad in advance, leave out the avocados and the dressing, then add them just before serving, otherwise your salad might be a little mushy. Makes about 7 cups salad Per cup: 191 calories, 8.9 g total fat (1.4 g saturated fat), 15 g protein, 15 g carbohydrate, 3.4 g fiber, 126 mg cholesterol , 246 mg sodium
kayd51
on 5/17/13 10:58 am - NY
Topic: RE: Suggestions for 3 week out dinner
I want to try the tuna cakes so yummy. Thanks for sharing!

    

JennieTN
on 5/15/13 4:54 am - Chatham, Canada
Topic: Superfood Triple Berry Chia Pudding


Superfood Triple Berry Chia Pudding
Skinnytaste.com
Servings: 2 • Size: about 1 cup • Old Points: 2 pts • Weigh****cher Points+: 2 pt
Calories: 110 • Fat: 5 g • Carb: 12 g • Fiber: 7.5 g • Protein: 4 g • Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 64 mg • Cholest: 0 mg

Ingredients:
 

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond/coconut milk beverage (used Almond Breeze)
  • 3/4 cup fresh blueberries, blackberries and raspberries
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 5-6 drops Nu-Naturals liquid stevia (or sugar/honey to taste)


Directions:

Combine the Almond Breeze almond-coconut milk together with the chia seeds and fruit in a glass jar with a lid. Cover and shake well, set aside for 15 minutes. Give it another good shake then refrigerate overnight or at least 5-6 hours.  

Thanks to skinnytaste.com

 

Blondie76
on 5/15/13 3:52 am - AL
Topic: RE: Optifast recipes
It depends on your plan. You can mix shakes with all kids of things to improve taste/texture. Watch your calories added though. They can add up. Sf pudding powder Pb or pb2 or other nut butter Frozen berries Extracts Sf syrups (davinci's torani, etc) Coffee or coffee crystals Yogurt, kefir Make them with milk or nut milk Make them hot (latte, cocoa) Cottage cheese Spinach is good to get extra greens/fiber in Some people add oats in for more bulk....I never have, yoi many carbs Frozen banana or mango Frozen avocado Just a few ideas :)
Blondie76
on 5/15/13 3:46 am - AL
Topic: RE: Shirataki Noodles -- have you tried these? I think I may be!
I haven't tried them just because I don't like pasta. My mom loves them. She does a 'pan fry' and eats them that way. They're in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores. Usually either where the wonton wrappers are or where the vegan/soy/rice cheese is.
Zaudika
on 5/14/13 8:33 am - Gulf Breeze, FL
Topic: RE: Cauliflower crust Pizza-Enough for the whole family

This sounds like a cool idea.  :)  Question... does the 'crust' harden up to a crispy type crust?  Or is it semi-soft?   Is it hand held eatable?

Weight at time of Surgery: 278.   Lowest Weight 178.   Current weight 187.0.  Goal: 160.

    
Grace H.
on 5/14/13 2:04 am - Canada
Topic: Optifast recipes

I am going to be starting my Optifast shakes this week and I am looking for suggestions/recipes that anyone has to make them taste better. Any help would be great!

 

Thanks :)

JennieTN
on 5/13/13 11:53 am - Chatham, Canada
Topic: Pearl Couscous Salad with Asparagus and Tomato

I would add a piece of chicken or salmon to bump up the protein.

Pearl Couscous Salad with Lemon Asparagus and Tomato
Skinnytaste.com
Servings: 5 • Size: little over 1 cup • Old Points: 3 • Weigh****cher Points+: 4 pt 
Calories: 170 • Fat: 4 g • Carb: 30 g • Fiber: 5 g • Protein: 6.3 g • Sugar: 0.0 g
Sodium: 10 mg (without the salt) • Cholest: 0 mg 

Ingredients:



  • 6 oz whole wheat pearl couscous
  • 3/4 lb thin asparagus spears, tough ends trimmed
  • 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/4 cup red onion, minced
  • 1-1/2 lemons, juiced
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • fresh cracked pepper, to taste


Directions:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boiladd asparagus and coo****il tender, about 3 minutes. Remove with a large slotted spoon and rinse in a colander in the sink under cold water to stop it from cooking. Add the couscous to the boiling water and cook according to package directions.




Chop it into small 1/2 inch pieces. Drain the couscous and rinse under cold water, place in a large bowl.

Add the chopped asparagus, tomatoes, red onion, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, salt and pepper to the bowl.  Taste for salt and pepper and serve room temperature or chilled.



 

 



Makes 5 1/2 cups.

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