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JennieTN
on 3/27/13 3:39 am - Chatham, Canada
Topic: Roasted Chick Peas


Thanks to Healthy Aperture
These roasted chickpeas are a great substitute for unhealthy salty snacks. Not only will they keep your sodium and fat intake in check, they also provide protein and fiber.
Tip for the cook: The options are endless when it comes to flavors for roasted chickpeas. Experiment with other seasonings such as cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried basil, or garlic powder.
Yield: 4 servings
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

1 (15 oz.) can low-sodium chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans)
2 tsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about ½ a medium lemon)
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp curry powder
¼ tsp salt

Directions

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a baking sheet lightly with cooking spray or olive oil.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander. Transfer them to a clean dish towel (or paper towels) spread over the counter top. Set aside to let the chickpeas dry on the towel.
In a medium-sized bowl, stir together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, curry powder, and salt. Gently stir in the chickpeas until they are all evenly coated with the seasonings.
Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and use a spoon or spatula to gently stir the chickpeas. Return to the oven and bake for 10 more minutes, or until browned and slightly crunchy. Best served warm.
Nutrition information for 1 serving (about a ½ cup): Calories 122; Total Fat 2.8 g; Saturated Fat 0.4 g; Trans Fat 0 g; Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 266 mg; Carbohydrate 20.5 g; Fiber 7.2 g; Sugars 0.1 g; Protein 6.1 g

Peggy F.
on 3/26/13 1:49 am - Whitby, Canada
Topic: RE: Crab Stuffed Deviled Eggs

This sounds delicious.  Thanks for sharing.

    
Peggy F.
on 3/26/13 1:37 am - Whitby, Canada
Topic: RE: 6 months!

Yes......same as me.  I was 'goofing' around though (drinking wine) and haven't really done much exercise.  I am back on track now (only day 2) but am feeling really motivated.

    
JennieTN
on 3/25/13 1:58 am - Chatham, Canada
Topic: Crab Stuffed Deviled Eggs

From Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies CookbookStage: Soft foods and beyond

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Yield: 16 servings (1⁄2 stuffed egg each)
8 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
4 tablespoons light mayonnaise
11⁄2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarrragon
1 tablespoon minced shallot
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper
1⁄4 teaspoon hot sauce
One 6.5-ounce can crabmeat, drained
1 Cut eggs in half lengthwise. Scoop yolks into a medium bowl and mash with a fork.
2 Mix in mayonnaise, tarragon, shallot, lemon juice, black pepper, and hot sauce. Mix in
crab.
3 Divide the crab mixture into 16 equal portions and spoon into the cavity of each half
egg white.
Tip: To hard-boil eggs, place eggs into a medium-sized pot and cover with water. Place on
the stove and bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and let the eggs sit in the ho****er for
12 to 15 minutes. Refrigerate eggs until you’re ready to use them.
Per serving: Calories 130 (From Fat 70); Fat 8g (Saturated 2g); Cholesterol 240mg; Sodium 220mg; Carbohydrate
2g (Dietary Fiber 0g); Protein 12g; Sugar 1g.

 

Dee2011
on 3/24/13 7:21 am - PA
Topic: chai recipe

lost my recipe for Chai.  Know it has powdered milk, vanilla protien, cardamon, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and splenda; just not sure of the amounts

Starr16
on 3/20/13 1:31 pm - WA
VSG on 02/21/13
Topic: RE: How long can turkey chili stay in fridge?

I would not eat it after 3-4 days.

HW: 276 SW: 275 GW: 155 Height: 5'9'' Surgery date: 2/21/13

sarapilar
on 3/20/13 11:49 am
VSG on 02/21/13
Topic: How long can turkey chili stay in fridge?

I made home turkey chili one week ago....can I still eat it?  What is the shelf life in the fridge?

"The most difficult part of changing how you live and eat is believing that change is possible. It takes a fierce kind of love for yourself."Geneen Roth
    
JennieTN
on 3/18/13 3:11 am - Chatham, Canada
Topic: Left Over Corned Beef Hash
Corned Beef Hash  

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped cooked corned beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 lb radishes, trimmed and quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 Tbsp of oil over medium high heat.
  2. Add the onions and sautée for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the radishes and sautée for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the garlic and sautée for another 1 minute.
  5. Add the beef broth, cover loosely, and cook for 5 minutes or until the radishes are tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  6. Add the corned beef and season and stir to combine.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Net Carb Count*: Corned Beef Hash: 16.08 net carbs (for the entire recipe)

 

 

JennieTN
on 3/13/13 1:47 am - Chatham, Canada
Topic: Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
 

 

Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

  SERVINGS: 10

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 can tomato puree (29 oz)
  • 1½ cups plain Greek yogurt (12 oz)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Garam masala
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • ½ tbsp paprika
  • ¾ tsp cinnamon
  • ¾ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1-3 tsp cayenne pepper (depending on taste)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Chopped cilantro for topping

 

INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Place everything up to bay leaves in large bowl.
  2. With a spatula, stir to combine and coat chicken well.
  3. Gently place into slow cooker, add bay leaves on top.
  4. Cover and cook for 8 hours on low or 4 hours on high.
  5. Remove bay leaves, and serve topped with cilantro.

***Typically served over brown rice. It is also delicious by itself, depending on the stage of your diet.

NUTRITION FACTS (1/10 recipe)
Calories: 270
Fat: 8 g
  Saturated Fat: 2 g
Sodium: 151 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 12 g
  Dietary Fiber: 2 g
  Sugars: 7 g
Protein: 45 g

 From Froedtert Health

 

 

selhard
on 3/12/13 11:27 am - MN
RNY on 11/26/12
Topic: RE: Protein balls

Perhaps this is it:  

1 cup peanut butter

1 cup oatmeal (not instant)

1 scoop protein powder (chocolate flavor is good)

5 packets Splenda

In 2 quart bowl, microwave peanut butter only a few seconds to make it soft enough to make mix in the rest of the ingredients.  Roll into about two dozen walnut-sized balls.  Wrap individually and keep in refrigerator.

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