tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18620968036072103692024-03-10T20:23:49.682-07:00We can begin to feed...on delicious food created or tested in my kitchen;techniques and ideas, helpful hints, nutrition information with a nod to Weight Watchers. Paleo, gluten free, vegan - it's all here. Only things I love, and hope you will too.Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.comBlogger519125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-27316910096563161522018-02-28T10:15:00.000-08:002018-02-28T10:15:00.247-08:00Cauliflower Ham Waffles... Low carb and low fat too. Delicious!For the past few months I have been doing a lot of experimenting with different kinds of foods, fine tuning my <i>diet </i>in order to find out how various foods and drinks affect me... my mood, my athletic performance, my sleep, my weight, and the amount of inflamation they cause.<br />
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Sadly, I have discovered that red wine affects me quite negatively... I do not sleep well, and I get cramping in my legs during the night that even an evening dose of magnesium no longer prevents.<br />
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On a positive note, I have also discovered that a low carb, even to the point of being in ketosis, agrees with me very well. I thrive on healthy fats... avocado, nuts and nut butters, cream and oils... coconut, avocado and olive are my favorites. I love making my own nut butters. I like leafy green and crunchy veggies... and the occasional bit of fruit. I do not miss grains and grasses and as much as I do like the taste of them, I am not missing squashes and beans. I do occasionally have a high carb dayl.. perhaps a bit of sushi or some edamame and a Starbuck's specail coffee, and then happily get right back on a low carb regimen the next day. It is all good. I am happy and in a groove. <br />
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This morning I was wanting something substantial for breakfast and knew that I had a bit of riced cauliflower in the crisper that needed to be used or tossed soon, so I put together these <b><i>Cauliflower Ham Waffles</i></b> pretty quickly.<br />
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They are low carb, and actually low fat too. I did add some sugar free syrup on top before I ate them, but next time I think I will go the <i>savory</i> route and add a bit of salt and them some sriracha or even salsa. If you are a keto enthusiast, add some avocado or olive oil to the mix.<br />
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I have been purchasing cauliflower already riced... but if you have a head of cauliflower, break a few florets off and put them in your blender or food processor and whizz till they are broken down into large rice shaped crumbles.<br />
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<li>85g (3 oz.) riced cauliflower - approximately 1 cup</li>
<li>one large fresh egg</li>
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<li>Place cauliflower rice in a medium microwave bowl (I used a glass measure cup) and <b>cook</b> on <b>HIGH</b> in mike for 3 minutes.</li>
<li>Remove from mike and <b>allow to cool</b> for a few minutes.</li>
<li>Turn on waffle iron and allow to get hot. I use a <b>nonstick spray</b> in mine.</li>
<li>Add egg to cauliflower.</li>
<li>Cut ham into <b>small pieces</b> and add to cauliflower.</li>
<li>Combine cauliflower, egg and ham and <b>pour </b>mixture into waffle iron.</li>
<li>Cook about 5 minutes till outside is <b>crispy and browned</b>, and remove to plate.</li>
<li>Top as desired.</li>
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Weight Watchers Freestyle Smart Points = 1.</div>
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Calories 146</div>
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Fat 6g</div>
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Saturated Fat 2g</div>
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Sugar 2g</div>
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Protein 18g</div>
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* The nutritional information for the ingredients I used. Yours will depend on your own ingredients.</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;">This is the cauliflower rice I am currently using. I am including this picture to illustrate the size and shape that the cauliflower rice crumbles will look like if you make your own in a blender or food processor. Picture is taken from the Eat Smart web site.</span></b></div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-64468061683855247862017-10-20T10:53:00.001-07:002017-10-20T11:09:03.024-07:00Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato SoupAh, Fall. I have such mixed feelings about the change of seasons. Let's see... I really don't like that the days are getting shorter and cooler. And I am not happy about the rainy days we are having right now either, even if we really need the rain after the unusually hot and dry Summer we enjoyed! On the other hand, I do <i>love</i> that some of my very favorite things to eat are more readily available and more reasonably price with the onset of the Fall harvest.<br />
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One of these favorite things is <i>red peppers</i>! And when they are on sale at my local market, I buy a huge bagful and always roast some almost immediately. I love them sliced up on salads, and in omelets, on burgers, and especially in home made soups. Today I am sharing a quick and easy way to put together a lovely one...<i> Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup</i>.<br />
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It is just a matter of roasting the peppers and then pureeing them with a can of diced tomatoes. If you are not sure how to do this, I have included a link to a little tutorial about it in the first recipe instrucion (which also has another delicious soup recipe). It is so easy... just takes a bit of time. You can season your soup with basil and oregano, or leave plain and just add some salt and pepper. As is, it is vegan but if you don't care about that, you can make it a little fancier and even company-worthy with the addition of a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese. It is truly delicious!<br />
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You might enjoy this soup as a first course at dinner, or as your main course at lunch. I have even slurped a bowlful as an afternoon snack. Yes, the best part about Fall is definitely homemade soup!<br />
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<li>Place the peppers in a large bowl along with the tomatoes.</li>
<li><b>Puree</b> the veggies with immersion blender and pour into to saucean to heat.</li>
<li><b>Warm</b> soup to desired temperature over <b>MEDIUM</b> heat on stovetop.</li>
<li>Remove to <b>serving bowls</b> and season. Garnish as desired.</li>
<li><b>Leftover</b> soup may be stored in refrigerator for a couple of days or frozen.</li>
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Calories 70</div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-88031084784394924732017-06-30T06:13:00.001-07:002017-06-30T06:29:01.932-07:00Berryful Freezer Pops Coming Right Up!These <i>berryful</i> freezer pops are a perfect treat for <span style="color: red;">Canada Day</span> or the <span style="color: red;">4th of July</span> celebrations... especially if it is a hot sunny day in your neighborhood. I first made them a few years ago when I won some new freezer pop molds in a giveaway from <a href="http://spabettie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">spabettie</a> and wanted to try them out with something special and new. I have used the molds a lot since then, but this recipe is still one of our favorites. It is a great way to cool down on a hot Summer day.<br />
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They do take a few hours to set up so if you can, make them the day before you want to eat them.<br />
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<br />Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-32767052508874333212017-05-19T08:25:00.000-07:002017-06-13T09:33:38.724-07:00Oat Scones... I Still Love ThemNo matter what new food plan I set out to try, I always come back to an old favorite... tried and true... from Weight Watchers. It has gone through several evolutions, but for many years now, has been called the <i>Simply Filling Technique</i>.<br />
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In its simplest form, it involves eating from a comprehensive list of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins including meat and dairy, whole grains, and healthy oils. It is based on whole, real foods. Easy. Simple. Nutritious, and yes, <i>filling</i>. Whole, real food fill you up and keep you satisfied. It is true. <br />
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I like the plan as I naturally gravitate to these kinds of foods and like to shop and prepare my meals at home, whether I am going to eat there or pack them along with me to have out. I am a big fan of park bench and beachside picnics and snacks. <br />
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The plan does allow for occasion off-list indulgences, so I can still get in some nut butters and dried fruit, and the occasional glass of wine, too. No deprivation here.<br />
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Now, I admit, I don't eat a lot of grains. I prefer to get my carbs from fruits and veggies... I will occasionally eat some rice when I have sushi but for the most part, even quinoa only makes a rare appearance on my plate.... usually when I make a bowl-style lunch. I cannot recall the last time I cooked oatmeal at breakfast.<br />
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But I was looking through some old posts and <a href="https://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2012/01/my-favorite-oat-scones-i-hope-you-love.html" target="_blank">this recipe for Oat Scones</a> piqued my interest. I had completely forgotten about it. They really appealed to me, I decided to make them up and add them to my week's menu. And I am happy to say they were as good as I remember.<br />
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I have learned over the years that weighing dry foods on a scale, rather than measuring with cups is a more accurate way to calculate nutritional values. My original recipe, <a href="https://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2012/01/my-favorite-oat-scones-i-hope-you-love.html" target="_blank">which you can find here</a>, calls for 1-1/2 cups of oats. The package shows that 40g is equal to 1/2 cup so I weighed out 120g of oats instead of measuring 1-1/2 cups. When I compare them, the 120g is less for sure. I also weighed the oat bran. I used 95g instead of measuring out 1 cup.<br />
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Do I need to even mention I use gluten free oats?<br />
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And I chose a rectangular cake pan because I currently do not own a pie plate. The cake pan is about 8 inches X 11 inches. I cooked the scones for 40 minutes and made sure to let them rest for 15 minutes before I cut them into 8 pieces and tested them. That waiting was hard!<br />
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I have been enjoying them all week... my favorite way is to make up a bit of PB2 and slather that all over the top.<br />
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Nope, PB2 is not part of the Simply Filling Technique... you have to count 1 Smart Point for it. And nope, I do not usually use a fork to eat it either!</div>
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I have since learned that if I cut the scone in half horizontally, it lasts twice as long... and half a scone is actually sometimes all I want! Imagine.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 15.4px;">Calories 122</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 15.4px;">Saturated Fat .5g</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 15.4px;">Sugar 3g</span><br />
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<br />Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-15453048716309814612017-04-12T13:16:00.000-07:002017-04-12T13:16:10.358-07:00Coloring Easter Eggs with Natural DyesIt is that time of year again... getting ready to color Easter eggs for The Captain. They are hard boiled and have cooled nicely so getting ready to dye them all kinds of lovely colors. <br />
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If your are a newbie at coloring eggs, you can read about how to get started with <a href="https://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2011/04/how-to-color-easter-eggs.html" target="_blank">hardboiling them and using food coloring for dying them here</a>... and you can read about <a href="https://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2013/03/coloring-eggs-for-easter-this-year.html" target="_blank">coloring the insides of the eggs here</a>.</div>
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As for me, I am doing something a bit different again this year.</div>
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Instead of using the little dye tablets that you can pick up in coloring kits, or even food coloring, I am going to use some natural dyes... and I am going to be dying our eggs with foodstuffs that I have on hand in my kitchen.</div>
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I recently received some fun and intriguing information about just how to do go about doing this and want to share it with you so that you can join in and dye your own eggs with natural dyes, too.</div>
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For example, did you know that using frozen blueberries color dye your eggs a lovely blue-purple? Or that using paprika will color your eggs a sunny golden-orange?</div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-43551318109227163132017-04-09T15:50:00.000-07:002017-04-09T15:52:44.741-07:00Simple Vanilla PB Mug CakeI have been really enjoying my <b><a href="https://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2017/03/simple-chocolate-mug-cake.html" target="_blank">Simple Chocolate Mug Cake</a></b> quite often lately. I love that I can quickly make up a cake in order to enjoy a bit of sweetness with only a few carbs or fat and lots and lots of protein.<br />
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I have also been sharing my precious cakes with The Captain, but when I offered to make him one last night for a snack, he sorta turned up his nose. He said he didn't want<i> that much</i>. I was quite taken aback.<br />
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Okay then, if a whole cake was too much, I suggested we share one and then he told me that he really didn't feel like chocolate... and that the cake is a bit too dry for his liking. Hmmmm.<br />
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Well, I have vanilla whey powder as well as chocolate, so I offered to make him a slightly smaller cake... vanilla with peanut butter, with a moister texture, and he quickly agreed.<br />
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I used vanilla whey, with PB2, almonds milk, and a bit of baking powder. And, in order to make the outcome a bit moister, I used less than a whole scoop of the vanilla whey protein powder. That made the batter wetter, and the cooked cake definitely moister. Clever, right?<br />
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Of course you could use any peanut flour you like, and even unflavored whey... just add a bit of vanilla extract when you mix.<br />
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I do think it is a nice change from the chocolate... and it really is a better batter! The PB2 gives it just a hint of peanut butter flavor... very subtle... so it is still good with any kind of fruit or toppings you might like.<br />
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Here is the recipe. Hope you like it.<br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">2/3 scoop (about 21g) vanilla whey protein powder</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">2 Tbs PB2</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup nut milk</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Place the dry ingredients in a<b> small mixing bowl</b> and stir to combine.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Add the nut milk and <b>stir</b>. You want a brownie batter <b>consistency</b> so if it is a bit thick, add more nut milk a couple of drops at a time.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Spoon batter into <b>prepared</b> baking dish.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Cook</b> in microwave oven for 1 minute on <b>HIGH</b>. Time may vary slightly.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Remove</b> cooked cake from microwave and allow to cool about 30 seconds before removing cake to serving dish.</li>
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Weight Watchers Smart Points = 2.</div>
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Calories 132;</div>
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Fat 3g;</div>
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Saturated Fat 1g;</div>
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Carbohydrates 7g;</div>
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Sugar 2g;</div>
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Protein 22g</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/wecanbegintofeedrecipes/simple-vanilla-pb-mug-cake" target="_blank">Printable Recipe</a></b></span></div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-82353185787920072082017-04-04T15:17:00.000-07:002017-08-26T10:29:58.086-07:00Homemade Roasted Almond ButterFor the past couple of weeks I have been spending way too much time with my dentist... Oh, don't misunderstand me. I really like my dentist. He seems to be a very nice man. But I had a loose filling one one of my upper left molars which, when removed, revealed a cavity, and also a crack in one of my upper right molars... all of which led to needing 2 crowns. The prep work was <i>killer</i> and now I feel like a <i>princess</i> with the price I had to pay for these lovely crowns!<br />
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But the real downside here is that I can no longer eat whole almonds. I love, love, <b>love </b>almonds... raw almonds mostly, but I also enjoy them roasted, plain or salted, and even hickory smoked... you present them to me, and I will eat them. Happily. But no longer... apparently that is likely what cracked my tooth and I was informed by the dental assistant that none of us with large fillings should really eat hard nuts of any kind or size. Come to think of it I had a cracked tooth a few years back and it was likely from the same thing. Drat.<br />
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So, what to do with this huge stash of raw almonds I now have in my pantry thanks to a great sale at Costco last month? Why, make almond butter, of course! And it was actually <i>easier</i> than I thought it would be. Way easier!<br />
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I decided to make small batches of almond butter and store it in a glass container in the refrigerator. So I started with 2 cups of nuts, and roasted them in the oven and put them into my food processor while still very warm from the oven... turned it on and waited to see what would happen. At first I thought my food processor was not adequate. I could see that the nuts were ground into <i>almond meal, </i>but<i> t</i>hen all of a sudden it happened... creamy, almond butter! I had to taste it right away of course.<br />
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And it is delicious. And it is thick and creamy. I am hooked!<br />
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Now I know you can add flavors if you like... cocoa, cinnamon, maple syrup, coconut... you name it. And I just may try that. But to store it, I am leaving it plain, and then can add other goodies to it once I get over the novelty of having it at all. I actually quit buying almond butter a couple of years ago when the price went past the point of what I call <i>affordable. </i><br />
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So here it is... plain old almond butter. And I love it! Hope you will too.<br />
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<b>Homemade Roasted Almond Butter</b><br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
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<li>2 cups raw almonds</li>
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<li><b>Preheat </b>your oven to 350 F.</li>
<li>Line a baking sheet with <b>parchment paper</b>.</li>
<li>Place the almonds on the baking sheet and <b>spread</b> them out so they are in a single layer.</li>
<li><b>Roast</b> the almonds in the oven for 10 minutes.</li>
<li>While the almonds are roasting, set up your <b>food processor</b> with the S shaped cutting blade.</li>
<li><b>Remove</b> the almonds from the oven and put them into the food processor immediately. You want them to be hot when they are being processed.</li>
<li>Puree on <b>HIGH</b> for a couple of minutes at a time, stopping to scrape and push the ground nuts down into the center.</li>
<li>It will take about <b>10 minutes</b> for the almonds to become a <b>creamy butter</b> texture.</li>
<li><b>Remove</b> to storage jar and store in fridge for up to a couple of weeks.</li>
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Per 1 Tbs serving.</div>
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Weight Watchers Smart Points =3.</div>
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Calories 95;</div>
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Fat 8g;</div>
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Saturated Fat .75g;</div>
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Carbohydrate 3g;</div>
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Sugar 1g;</div>
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Protein 3.5g<br />
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-851036902038745032017-03-30T19:30:00.001-07:002017-03-30T19:30:24.657-07:00Simple Chocolate Mug CakeI admit to having what I like to call a <i>latent</i> sweet tooth. It sorta lays in wait and does not show itself very often... thankfully... but when it does appear, it <i>demands</i> to be placated and satisfied almost immediately. I have come up with a <i><b>Simple Chocolate Mug Cake</b></i>, using ingredients that I always have in my panty. It tastes somewhat sweet and satisfies that need. But it is also actually very low in sugar and carbs and fat, overall, and jam-packed with protein... and flavor! It is gluten-free, and grain-free, too.<br />
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I can pretty much whip it up in a couple of minutes and if <i>you</i> have a sweet tooth that needs attention, you know how important immediacy can be! You have just got to get something sweet into your mouth as quickly as possible so it might just as well be something that is not going to break your macro/calorie/Smart Points bank, right?<br />
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The 3 main ingredients in my <i><b>Simple Chocolate Mug Cake</b></i> are chocolate based... chocolate whey protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, and chocolate PB2... and then I add almond or other unsweetened nut milk and a bit of baking powder. I mix them together and pop into the mike for a minute. The aroma is wonderful. Gives me something to savor and anticipate while I am waiting a few seconds for it to cool enough to slide out of the baking dish and into a serving bowl.<br />
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And it also gives me a bit of time to decide if I want or need toppings... yogurt, nut butter of some kind, berries, cinnamon... you know... the really good stuff. Sometimes I just want plain chocolate cake and eat it right out of the baking dish! It is that good. I am thinking you could also make up an icing with protein powder or even top it with whipped coconut cream. Mmmm. Yep. Gotta try that!<br />
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Now, I have used a plant-based protein powder instead of whey to make this cake. And it works, but you need to cook it a bit longer for some reason. Your choice. <br />
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I have also used a variety of nut milks, depending on what I have on hand. I am sharing the nutritional information using unsweetened original <i>Almond Breeze</i>. And if you don't have chocolate PB2, use the plain one, or failing that, use a second tablespoon of the cocoa powder. You will get an even <i>chocolatier</i> cake! Is that even a word? <br />
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Okay, I did not make it in a mug... but you could! My baking dish is a small glass bowl... about 4 inches across and about 3 inches deep.<br />
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<b>Simple Chocolate Mug Cake</b><br />
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<li>1 scoop (about 32g) chocolate whey protein powder</li>
<li>1 Tbs unsweetened cocoa powder</li>
<li>1 Tbs chocolate PB2</li>
<li>1/4 cup nut milk</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking powder</li>
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<li>Coat the inside of a microwave safe cooking dish with <b>non-stick spray</b>.</li>
<li>Place the dry ingredients in a<b> small mixing bowl</b> and stir to combine.</li>
<li>Add the nut milk and <b>stir</b>. You want a brownie batter <b>consistency</b> so if it is a bit thick, add more nut milk a couple of drops at a time.</li>
<li>Spoon batter into <b>prepared</b> baking dish.</li>
<li><b>Cook</b> in microwave oven for 1 minute on <b>HIGH</b>. Time may vary slightly.</li>
<li><b>Remove</b> cooked cake from microwave and allow to cool about 30 seconds before removing cake to serving dish.</li>
<li><b>Top</b> as desired or eat plain.</li>
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Per serving, without toppings.</div>
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Weight Watchers Smart Points = 3.</div>
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Calories 166</div>
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Fat 4g</div>
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Saturated Fat 1g</div>
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Carbohydrates 8g</div>
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Sugar 3g</div>
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Protein 28g</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>With yogurt and berries.</b></span></div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-24184640027187619872017-03-25T12:21:00.000-07:002017-03-26T09:27:10.959-07:00Delicious and Filling Protein Powered PancakesOver the past many, many years I have experimented with breakfast foods and breakfast recipes. I have learned that my first meal of the day<i> needs </i>to be filled with protein. Oh, I have tried various carb-filled delights such as pancakes with fruit and maple syrup, or stuffed French toast with whipped cream... and as delicious and filling as I find those things while I am eating them, an hour later I am shaking and HANGRY... with low blood sugar and a headache. And quite miserable. And I make everyone around me miserable too, until I get something else to eat.<br />
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So, I know that my breakfast needs protein. Lots of protein. On days I work out in the morning, I normally have a shake made with some kind of protein powder. If I use a whey powder, I make it with nut milk and some kind of fruit. If I use a vegan powder that is higher in carbs I usually add only water.<br />
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After my workout, I will have an another small protein-filled meal... usually eggs or egg whites with spinach, or squash, and perhaps some turkey bacon.<br />
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But on days I don't work out, I like to have one solid meal in the morning and then not eat again till noon. I have been trying out different foods to make sure I have my nutritional bases covered... protein, carbs, and a bit of fat... enough to get me through a busy morning but not weigh me down. It needs to have lots of protein, some carbs, some fat. A good balance of all three.<br />
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I love pancakes. But I have not found a mix that is both high protein and gluten-free that is anywhere near affordable, so I have been trying various mixtures of ingredients, and I think I have finally come up with something that is worthy of sharing.<br />
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I have make this same recipe 3 different mornings now and find it not only tastes great, but it also fills me up and keeps me fuelled, easily, through several hours. Now, admittedly, it is kind of time consuming to make a new batch every time I want some, so I have started to pre-measure the dry ingredients for a few batches and keep them in sealed bags in the pantry. That way I can grab one, add the wet ingredients, and start cooking within a couple of minutes. Cleanup is easy too.<br />
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I weigh gluten-free oats and then grind them into flour in my food processor. Then I mix them with the rest of the dry ingredients and bag them up. When I want to make a batch of cakes, I mash some banana, then beat up some egg whites, add the dry ingredients and cook the cakes in a pre-heated pan that has been coated with a bit of non-stick spray.<br />
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If you don't have a banana, I am pretty sure that an equal amount of pumpkin puree or unsweetened applesauce would work as well. Of course, the N.I. would be slightly different.<br />
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I use a vanilla whey protein powder. You could try another flavor if you like. If you use unflavored, then add a bit of vanilla extract or almond extract to your wet ingredients.<br />
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Here are the amounts you need to make 4 nice pancakes. And yes, they freeze. Make a huge batch and freeze them. That would make mornings even easier, right?<br />
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<b>Protein Powered Pancakes</b><br />
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<b>Dry Ingredients</b>:<br />
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<li>40g oats ground into flour (about 1/3 to 1/2 cup)</li>
<li>16g whey protein powder (about 1/2 scoop)</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>liberal dash of cinnamon</li>
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<li>60 g ripe banana, mashed (about 1/2 small)</li>
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<li>Add mashed banana and beat a bit more.</li>
<li>Add the dry ingredients, mix well.</li>
<li>Make 4 individual pancakes. Use a 1/4 cup measure to spoon batter into prepared pan. Cook for a couple of minutes and flip over to cook second side. Remove to plate and cover to keep warm. Repeat for all 4 cakes.</li>
<li>Serve with favorite toppings.</li>
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Calories 324;</div>
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Fat 4g;</div>
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Saturated Fat 1g;</div>
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Carbohydrates 42g;</div>
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Sugar 9g;</div>
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Protein 33g</div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-84204953518458025772017-01-22T11:37:00.005-08:002017-01-22T11:40:58.891-08:00Slow Cooker Chicken Coconut CurryI have just put all of the ingredients for this dish into my slow cooker and set it to cook. I love this meal. It is my third time making it so I thought it was about time I shared it with you. <i> Slow Cooker Chicken Coconut Curry</i> is a recipe I found in a local food market newsletter, but I have altered it somewhat to simplify the ingredient list and the instrucions, so I will share it the way I make it my own kitchen. <br />
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I admit it does take a bit of time preparing the ingredients. But once that is done you just layer it all in the slow cooker and let it simmer. So simple. Just before I serve it I cook some vegetables to add to the dish.... peas, carrots, green beans, snow peas... whatever you select will work just fine.<br />
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And, I like to add a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt to my curry dishes too, just before serving. It makes a soupy stew really creamy. Mmmmm.<br />
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I do love the aroma of a nice light curry coming from my slow cooker... tantalizing, especially on a gloomy and cool Winter day!<br />
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I used chicken breasts here but thighs would be fine too. And if you don't have chicken stock, grab a boullion cube and make some! I also like a light coconut milk, but if you only have full fat, go ahead and use it... just make the adjustment if you need the nutritional information or Smart Points values for tracking.<br />
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<b>Slow Cooker Chicken Coconut Curry</b><br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
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<li>16 ounces of boneless skinless chicken cut into cubes</li>
<li>3 medium white potatoes, scrubbed and cuts into cubes</li>
<li>1 medim onion, peeled and sliced vertically</li>
<li>1 large can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes</li>
<li>1 cup chicken stock</li>
<li>1 can (400 ml.) light coconut milk</li>
<li>2 Tbs curry powder</li>
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<li>Coat the inside of your slow cooker with <b>non-stick spray</b> for ease of cleanup.</li>
<li><b>Prepare</b> ingredients as described.</li>
<li>Stir curry powder into chicken broth.</li>
<li><b>Layer</b> ingredients in the slow cooker... potatoes, onions, chicken, tomatoes, chicken broth with curry powder.</li>
<li>Put lid on slow cooker.</li>
<li>Turn setting to <b>HIGH</b> for 15 minutes, then turn down to <b>LOW</b> and let cook for 7 to 8 hours.</li>
<li>Turn setting to off. Prepare <b>addition veggies</b> as desired and divide among serving plates.</li>
<li><b>Portion leftovers</b> and freeze or store in fridge for one or two days at most.</li>
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Weight Watchers Smart Points = 6.</div>
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Calories 201</div>
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Fat 4g</div>
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Saturated Fat 3g</div>
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Carbohydrates 23g</div>
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Sugar 5g</div>
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Fibre 4g</div>
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Protein 16g</div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-54020596670790842262016-12-11T13:23:00.002-08:002016-12-11T13:31:31.817-08:00Chocolate Mint Avocado Protein MousseI know you won't be surprised to see this post. When I first made the <a href="http://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2016/10/am-odd-but-tasty-pairing-of-peppermint.html" target="_blank">Mint Avocado Protein Mousse</a> with vanilla Leanfit whey blend, I was sure it would be delicious in a chocolate version as well.<br />
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And I was right. I finally made it up today and we enjoyed it for an afteroon snack while catching up on some tv movies... lazy Winter Sundays... gotta love them, right?<br />
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It makes up in about 2 minutes. I do let it sit in the refrigerator for a couple of hours to chill, and to torture myself with the wait... builds character I am sure!<br />
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But I was a bit put off by the color at first... the flavor is fabulous... the chocolate comes through loud and clear and the mint is perfect... and the avocado makes it creamy and rich... but the color... more like caramel than chocolate, would you agree?<br />
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I tried to make my <a href="http://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2014/08/high-protein-angel-food-cake.html" target="_blank">High Protein Angel Cake</a> with a favorite pea protein powder and it did not raise at all.<br />
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So, I went hunting for a whey powder that I could purchase locally; one that didn't cost a fortune and when I found a couple I thought I might like, I polled some blogging friends and they helped me decide. I did a lot of research into isolates, and blends too. There is a lot to learn when it comes to protein powders, apparently!<br />
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The powder I eventually chose is a brand called LeanFit and they manufacture in Canada. It is a whey blend and does have a bit of sucralose in the mix. Overall I am pretty happy with the nutritional profile and the taste and texture, as well as the price. I got it at my local Costco and purchased a large tub of the vanilla and a large tub of the chocolate. So far, so good.<br />
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And, I also subscribed to the newsletter that the team at LeanFit send out by email. The letter I got this week had a couple of good looking recipes in it and I chose one to try out... it was intriguing because it has both peppermint extract and avocado in it and that is an odd combination in my mind.<br />
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The dish is called <i>Mint Avocado Protein Mousse</i>... the recipe makes 2 servings so I mixed it up for my afternoon snack on Friday. I ate one serving and was happy to share the second with The Captain... he loved it as much as I do. And asked me to make it again. <br />
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I will certainly do that, as long as I am able to purchase more avocados. Apparently there has been some weather mishap in Mexico that is causing an avocado shortage here. Glad I have 2 more in the larder so we won't go without right way, at least. <br />
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I am going to share the recipe with you the way I made it, and also suggest that you check out some other fun recipes on the <a href="https://leanfit.com/recipes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LeanFit site</a> itself.<br />
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<b>Mint Avocado Protein Mousse</b><br />
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<li>1 ripe medium/small avocado</li>
<li>1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (approx. 30g in weight)</li>
<li>scant 1/2 cup water</li>
<li>1 tsp stevia</li>
<li>2 or 3 drops peppermint extract</li>
<li>1 tsp semi sweet mini chocolate chips</li>
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<li><b>Peel</b> the avocado and remove the pit.<b> Place</b> the flesh into the bowl of your food processor blender.</li>
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<li><b>Puree</b> for about 30 seconds.</li>
<li>Remove to <b>2 serving</b> bowls</li>
<li><b>Top</b> each serving with a few chocolate chips.</li>
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Calories 147</div>
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Fat 9g</div>
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Saturated Fat 2g</div>
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Carbohydrates 7g</div>
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Sugar 2g</div>
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Fibre 3g</div>
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Protein 13g</div>
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<b><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/wecanbegintofeedrecipes/mint-avocado-protein-mousse" target="_blank">Printable Recipe</a></b></div>
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<br />Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-31982114627762900062016-10-23T09:51:00.002-07:002016-10-23T13:00:31.456-07:00Quick Oatflour FlatbreadEver have one of those kitchen experiments that just turns out so much better than you had hoped... and you just HAVE to share it? That is what happened yesterday when I was looking to make myself a quickie peanut butter and honey sandwich.<br />
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What? A sandwich? For a girl that rarely eats bread of any kind... a sandwich is a rare thing to find on my plate. Yes, I do keep a loaf of gluten-free bread stashed in the freezer for rare BBQd burger emergencies, however it is not something I normally would even think to eat. I have never really been a bread eater since I gave up my breadmaker before moving onto our sailboat several years ago. And since I have been gluten free, the options there are really very limited in appeal.<br />
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But for some reason, peanut butter and honey was calling to me. I cannot recall the last time I ate honey and I certainly don't remember the last time I ate bread. I prefer my low-carb flatbreads or tortillas to bread (cauliflower base) but that was not going to cut it with peanut butter and honey.<br />
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Okay... what to do? I knew I needed something<i> bready</i>. In the past I might have tried to make something with coconut flour or almond flour, but I am trying to limit my fat intake these days so those were not options for me.<br />
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I always have a bag of gluten-free oats in the cupboard so I tossed about a cupful into the food processor and ground them on high for several minutes. I am a bit afraid of burning out the motor on the food processor so I occasionally turn it off... not really sure if that does any good, but overall I think it took about five minutes of grinding to end up with <i>coarse </i>oat flour.<br />
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I measured some into a bowl and added almond milk one spoonful at a time until I got a consistency I thought I could work with, added a few grains of stevia and a sprinkle of cinnamon and put it into a hot pan on the stove to cook.<br />
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After a few minutes, I was pleasantly surprised that it was solid enough to flip... so I cooked the other side for a few minutes more and then removed it to a plate to cool. I was eager to try it so while it cooled I mixed up some PB2 and looked for some honey. I was pretty sure The Captain had some stashed in the pantry and I actually found 3 different kinds. I chose a liquid honey for my treat. Then I cut the flatbread into quarters and slathered each piece with PB2 and drizzle of honey and a shake of cinnamon, and sat down with a cup of coffee to enjoy my experiment.<br />
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<i>Complete success!</i><br />
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And I realized, because the bread was still warm, it was fairly pliable... I could use this as a wrap... perhaps. More ideas came immediately to mind, and so today, I am made myself another for breakfast and enjoyed it with some ham slices and an egg. I folded it over and ate it like a sandwich. Instead of stevia and cinnamon, I put a sprinkling of Italian Seasoning into the batter. Delicious!<br />
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<li>1/4 cup oat flour</li>
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<li><b>Add</b> the almond milk and seasonings and mix well.</li>
<li>Let sit for a couple of minutes to make sure the milk is <b>completely absorbed</b> by the flour.</li>
<li>Lightly coat a pan with <b>non-stick spray</b> and heat on MEDIUM.</li>
<li>Add the<b> batter</b> to the pan and spread into a circle about 5 or 6 inches in diameter. Do not spread too thin.</li>
<li>Allow to <b>cook</b> about 4 or 5 minutes.</li>
<li><b>Flip</b> over and cook second side 3 or 4 minutes.</li>
<li>Remove from heat and<b> serve </b>as desired.</li>
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Weight Watchers Smart Points = 2.</div>
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Calories 82</div>
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Saturated Fat 0g</div>
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Carbohydrates 14g</div>
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Sugar 1g</div>
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Protein 3g</div>
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I am not really a fan of hard crackers, but if you are, you could easily toast this Quick Oatflour Flatbread in the oven for a few minutes to bake it, or perhaps even try toasting it.</div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-15946853230263089192016-09-28T12:14:00.003-07:002016-09-28T12:15:12.523-07:00High Protein Breakfasts Suitable for Weight Watchers with Smart Points ValuesI always eat high protein breakfasts... I have learned by trial and error over the past several years, that the more protein in relation to fat and carbs that I consume in the morning, the better my day goes. Protein satisfies me. Starchy carbs do not.<br />
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Some people do very well with eating cereal in the morning... I am not one of them.<br />
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I have tried eating oatmeal with milk and fruit... I have tried bagels with peanut butter and perhaps all-fruit jam... but those things just make me light-headed within an hour and then I get HANGRY... you know, that feeling that you have to eat RIGHT NOW or chew off the arm of the person closest to you! Nobody wants to be around that person and The Captain, bless him, put up with that for far too many years until I figured it out.<br />
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On those three days a week that I do my strength training program in the morning, I have a quick high protein shake about an hour before my workout. which I follow up with a walk. Then I come in and make breakfast. I have a few favorites that are very high in protein. I usually add some low glycemic-load veggies or fruit alongside... mostly for the sake of volume and taste.<br />
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I do like eggs with turkey bacon or lean ham. And if there is neither on hand, I will have scrambled egg whites with cottage cheese or plain Greek yogurt, and some fruit. <br />
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I love that egg whites have so much protein and no fat, but sometimes I need the extra nutrients that a whole egg provides so I will scramble a whole egg with my egg whites. It really does increase the satisfaction factor.<br />
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Here are some breakfasts that I have eaten recently and have really enjoyed.. and found that they have kept me fully satisfied for 4 to 5 hours till I eat my lunch. I am sharing the Weight Watchers Smart Point count for each because I know that is important to some of you.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Scrambled egg whites with cottage cheese and mike-softened apple slices, strawberry slices, cinnamon sprinkles.</b></span></div>
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If you like to get a little creative with protein powders, check out some of my breakfast recipes such as my <a href="http://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2016/07/my-high-protein-puck-what.html" target="_blank">High Protein Puck</a> (2 SP), or my <a href="http://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2014/06/high-protein-breakfast-puff.html" target="_blank">High Protein Breakfast Puff</a> (2 SP).</div>
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If you must have oatmeal in the morning, have a look at a couple of ways to get more protein into them. <a href="http://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2011/06/protein-packed-cheesy-oats.html" target="_blank"> Protein Packed Cheesy Oats</a> (7 SP) is one good idea. </div>
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Some <b>Smart Point</b> counts for common breakfast items:</div>
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1 egg = 2 SP</div>
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1/2 cup egg whites = 0 SP</div>
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1 cup egg whites = 1 SP</div>
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4 slices turkey bacon = 1 SP</div>
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2 slices lean ham = 1 SP</div>
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1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese = 2 SP</div>
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1/2 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt = 1 SP</div>
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1/4 cup uncooked oats, quick or rolled</div>
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most fruit = 0 SP</div>
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most veggies = 0 SP</div>
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herbs and spices = 0 SP</div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">What is your favorite breakfast these days? </span></b></div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-50075480572967495032016-08-09T07:54:00.002-07:002016-08-09T07:55:07.562-07:00Sugar Free MeringuesAs most of you know I am carb cycling these days and really trying to be more careful with what I eat in general... not going off the rails with sweets and treats.<br />
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But since I indulged in a few gluten free macarons and date muffins (OMG!) at a family wedding I recently attended... I have been <i>craving</i> sugar. Not only was it the most beautiful and intimate wedding I have ever attended, it was also the most delicious! I guess I am going to confess to having eat a whole jar of this fabulous granola that was a favor from the wedding, too. It is full of whole nuts and the most wonderful oat mixture.<br />
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So, I have been trying to come up with a healthy way of getting in a <i>bit of sweetness</i> and today I experimented with making sugar-free meringues. I love meringues, but certainly don't want all the sugar that normally goes into making them... but I looked in my pantry and spied several little bottles of NuNaturals liquid stevia in a variety of flavors.<br />
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I chose lemon. And went to work. Now, I know these pictures are not great, but I am going to show them here anyway so I can share this recipe with you. If I get better ones another time, I will replace them, promise. I think it is more important at this point to get this out to you than to dither over poor pictures!<br />
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If you don't have flavored stevia, use plain and add a small spoonful of vanilla or almond or any other extract that you might like. I used cream of tartar to help stiffen the egg whites as I beat them. If your climate is dryer than mine, you may not need it.<br />
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Little confession... no, these meringues are not exactly like the ones you would make with sugar... they are dryer and flakier... but just as tasty and they fill the <i>sweetness need</i>.<br />
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<b>Sugar-Free Meringues</b><br />
Makes 9 meringues<br />
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<li>5 Tbs liquid egg whites </li>
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<li>15 drops liquid stevia. flavor of choice</li>
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<li><b>Preheat</b> your oven to 215°F.</li>
<li>Line a baking pan with <b>parchment</b> paper.</li>
<li><b>Beat</b> your egg whites and cream of tartar till stiff peaks form. May take several minutes.</li>
<li>Add the stevia drops and <b>beat again</b> till well mixed. (At this point I tasted the mixture. If it had not been sweet enough I would have added more stevia.)</li>
<li>Using a large spoon, make 6 <b>mounds </b>of the egg white mixture on the baking sheet.</li>
<li>Put the pan into the oven and<b> bake</b> 75 minutes.</li>
<li><b>Remove</b> from oven.</li>
<li> <b>Store</b> any uneaten meringues (ha ha) in a covered container as they will take on moisture.</li>
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Weight Watchers Smart Points = 1 <b><span style="font-size: large;">*</span></b></div>
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Calories 43</div>
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Fat 0g</div>
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Saturated Fat 0g</div>
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Sugar 0g</div>
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Protein 8g</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">*</span></b> <span style="font-size: x-small;">You can actually have up to 1 cup of egg whites for a single Smart Point so make a larger batch if you like and go for it!</span></div>
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I think I will use this method to make some Pavlova nests in the near future. With some berries and a bit of whipped cream, they will be lovely... and still low carb. YAY!</div>
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It is not my intention to write a primer about <b>Carb Cycling</b> here. There are many authorities on the subject and several different ways to use the technique as well as a great variety of different reasons that people do so. I just want to tell you a bit about my experience with it and share some meal ideas that I have used on my low carb days.<br />
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I will share a bit of background. I first became interested in Carb Cycling after reading a couple of books by Chris Powell. He is the <i>Extreme Weight Loss</i> trainer on the tv series. I hadn't seen it when I first picked up one of his books but the information he wrote made sense to me. He offers a few different ways to use the technique and I have tried a couple of them... finally settling on one that works for me.<br />
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My taste buds love carbs! But I have learned over the years that my body just does not tolerate them all that well. I am not talking about the carbs we find in fresh veggies and fruits. No, I am referring to the <i>starchy carbs</i> in rice, and quinoa, in legumes, and in processed foods made with grains... you know... bread, crackers, cookies, cakes... all the <b>good </b>stuff. And I have also found that once I do eat some of those things, I want MORE of them.<br />
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So, limiting them works for me quite nicely. It also helps me maintain my weight while giving me the fuel I need to power through my days.<br />
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In the past I have tried to follow an extremely low carb plan where I don't get to eat <i>any</i> of those things I like, and found it just too hard to stay with. I mean, who wants to <i>never</i> eat dates or sushi again... EVER? Not me. I know that some people do very well with Keto diets and I am not knocking them... again, just not for me.<br />
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<b>Carb Cycling</b> the way I do it works for me. I get to eat some of those 'trigger' foods occasionally. I have a drink occasionally. And I also eat a ton of fresh produce and lots of nuts and seeds. I am a happy carnivore, too.<br />
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I do keep track of macros with My Fitness Pal but I do not obsess over it. Here is what I am aiming for on each of the 3 different types of day I plan:<br />
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<li>Regular Day - Protein 35%/Carbs 40%/Fat 25%</li>
<li>Low Carb/High Fat Days - Protein 40%/Carbs 20%/Fat 40%</li>
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My week usually looks like this:<br />
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<li>Sunday - Regular Day</li>
<li>Monday/Tuesday - Low Carb/High Fat Days</li>
<li>Wednesday - High Carb/Low Fat Day</li>
<li>Thursday/Friday - Low Carb/High Fat Days</li>
<li>Saturday - High Carb/Low Fat Day</li>
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Actually, my <i>Low Carb/High Fat</i> days have become my favorite days. Serious. And I find them very easy to EAT... meals are simple but allow me to be as creative as I like. So what do I enjoy on these days? Protein.. meat, BACON, cheeses, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, protein powders that have few carbs... lots and lots of vegetables... seeds, nuts, avocadoes, and oils, berries and grapefruit.<br />
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On these days I avoid starchy veggies like sweet potatoes, beets, and legumes... most fruits other than berries and grapefruit.... dried fruits, grains or processed foods with grains, alcohol, sugary treats like fudgsicles, and so on.<br />
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Do I miss them? Nope, because I know I can have them on Sunday or Wednesday or Saturday... and let's face it... it isn't the <i>law</i>... it's NOT the boss of me, so if I want something I will have it anytime I choose. But honestly, I usually choose not to...<br />
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Let's have a look at what I have been eating lately on my Low Carb/High Fat days.<br />
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This is where I like to get creative. It is usually lots of protein with some fruit and/or veggies. On days I go to work in the morning, The Captain scrambles up some eggs with a bit of onion, sliced grape tomatoes and pre-cooked bacon crumbles... add a piece of grapefruit, or half an orange or some berries and I am set to go.<br />
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Protein 'cookie dough' with pecans, almonds, strawberries and coconut oil. The cookie dough is a low-carb vegan protein powder mixed with just enough almond milk to make it lumpy and thick like a real cookie dough. </div>
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And just a note... My High Protein Puck is great torn up into bits and topped with Greek yogurt and fruit. Kinda like a trifle.</div>
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Scrambled egge whites with strawberries, slivered almonds, coconut shreds and cinnamon.</div>
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Protein Shake made with protein powder, almond milk and frozzen mixed berries.</div>
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Greek style tuna salad. A can of water packed tuna tossed into a bowl with lots of peppers, onion, cucumber, tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a dressing made with EVOO and red wine vinegar mixed with basil and oregeno.</div>
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This experiment turned out to be one of my favorites. Yellow and green peppers lightly sauteed in coconut oil with zoodles. Leftover barbecued chicken on top.</div>
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I have become a meat and veggies kind of girl. Dinner is usually something cooked on the grill, if I am lucky... cause The Captain is the grill-master here! And I will prepare veggies or salad to go along with it. One of my favorite meals is a grilled Wild Pacific Salmon Burger (Trident brand from Costco - frozen) on top of a plate of salad or coleslaw.</div>
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I normally have an afternoon snack. I try to avoid protein bars because they normally have more sugar than I want on Low Carb days. I ofen will mix up a couple of tablespoons of defatted peanut flour such as PB2 or Protein Plus, and then mix in some sunflower seeds and if I want a sweet... a small spoonful of semi-sweet chocolate chips. I love a handful of almonds or raw cashews and I also like cheese... mini Baby Bels or light old cheddar is a favorite too. I love the low fat turkey pepperettes that I find at Costco. Club soda has become my cocktail of choice!</div>
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Mix a scoop of the protein powder with cocoa powder or PB2 if you like.. and then enough almond milk or coconut milk to make it barely wet and quite lumpy.... probably 3 to 4 Tbs of milk. Add nuts or semi-sweet chocolate chips and eat with a small spoon. Awesome!</div>
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This is another fave... can be a snack or a dessert. It is my <a href="http://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2014/08/high-protein-angel-food-cake.html" target="_blank">High Protein Angel Food Cake</a> and it is made with egg whites and a whey protein powder... I like it topped with berries and Greek yogurt or whipped cream. Mmmmm.</div>
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I think you can see why Low Carb/High Fat day has become my favorite... not only for the great things I eat, but because my body is leaner on these days. Starchy carbs hang onto water weight so on days I eat them, my belly is rounder, my fingers and toes are a bit puffier. I probably weigh 3 or 4 pounds more.</div>
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<br />Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-34650711891100599272016-07-10T11:44:00.004-07:002016-07-10T11:44:47.700-07:00My High Protein Puck... What?This is something that am so excited to share with you! I like to make sure I get lots of protein into my day. I know it helps keep me fuelled and satisfied. I often use protein powder throughout the day for meals and snacks... but not always in smoothies or shakes. I like to make 'sludges' and I also like to bake with various powders.<br />
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I am a big fan of these high protein cakes that I can cook up quicky in my microwave oven. I stir up a few ingredients, then pop into the mike for a couple of minutes, top and enjoy. The Captain calls my little creations <i>pucks</i>. So <b>High Protein Puck</b> it is...<br />
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That name would imply that they are hard... however they are anything BUT! They are cake-like but not crumbly. And, they are filling and nutritious.<br />
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Depending on the ingredients I use, they work nicely into a low carb/high fat day or a high carb/low fat day on my eating plan. They are gluten free and Paleo.<br />
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Here are a few that I have been making lately. They work for breakfast or for an after-workout or afternoon snack, and they are very portable, too. Pop one into a ziplock bag and off you go!<br />
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<li>2 Tbs mashed fruit</li>
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Very simple. Very quick. Very tasty and satisfying! And the possibilities for variations are limited.<br />
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I started out by using a vanilla pea protein powder, but have also used a hemp powder too. I am sure you could use any favorite of your own. If you stay with pumpkin for your fruit base and choose a low-carb protein powder, you have a good puck for your low carb days.<br />
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I have also used these to make high protein trifle... tear one up in a bowl and add yogurt or whipped cream and berries and if you like, add some pudding. Delicious! And so much better for you than CAKE!<br />
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Applesauce... made in a smaller dish so I could let it cool a bit and then cut in half to toast...</div>
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Hemp powder with applesauce, topped with Protein Plus peanut flour/water and sugar free syrup</div>
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-19978447215209031042016-06-03T08:37:00.005-07:002016-06-03T08:43:41.893-07:003 Ingredient Frozen Skinny Chocolate PiesWait. What? Frozen <i>Skinny</i> Chocolate Pies? And only 3 ingredients? That's right. It's true. And they are fabulous! Just a little bit of chocolately goodness and it's frozen so just perfect for these warm Summer days. Gluten free, almost fat free too.<br />
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I have no idea where this recipe started but I can tell you I found it on the new social media channel called <i>Connect</i>, on the Weight Watchers Canada app. They are calling it a rather crass name that I won't repeat... totally unappealing... so I have changed the name but not the ingredients or the goodness!<br />
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So what is in these little goodies, you are wondering? What makes them <i>skinny</i>? Well, they are made from coco powder, and de-fatted peanut flour and a banana. I happened to use Protein Plus peanut flour the first time I made them, and have used PB2 since then, and I am sure they would be just as good with chocolate PB2 as well... and I hear there is a new de-fatted peanut flour around now too, called PB & Me. Haven't seen it yet, but when I do, I will be trying it for sure. I really think these de-fatted peanut flours are a Weight Watchers best friend!<br />
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The whole recipe is only 1 Smart Point on the Weight Watchers program.<br />
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So, let's get to it, shall we?<br />
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<li><b>Freeze</b> at least 2 hours. </li>
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Calories 30</div>
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Fat 1g</div>
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Sugar 3g</div>
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Protein 2g</div>
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Calories 28</div>
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Fat 0g</div>
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Saturated Fat 0g</div>
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Carbohydrates 6g</div>
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Fibre 1g</div>
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Sugar 3g</div>
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Protein 1g</div>
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I was craving something a bit spicy even though our weather has been fabulous! I wanted something with an Indian flavor, but not really a 'curry' as such, so I chose spices that would compliment turmeric, but not get overwhelmed by it. I think I found the right balance. The Captain loved it... and was quite pleased that it didn't taste like curry, even though the veggies definitely took on that usual yellow hue that turmeric causes.<br />
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I think you will find it quite nice... especially if real curry is not really your jam either!<br />
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Don't be intimidated by the list of vegetables that I used. Get creative and use your own favorites. Cauliflower would be good here... so would green peas.<br />
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I froze the leftovers in individual one-cup servings so they can be easily thawed and used for quick meals on busy days. Win win.<br />
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<b>Spicy Slow Cooker Chick Pea and Butternut Squash Stew</b><br />
Makes 10 one-cup servings.<br />
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<li>1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed</li>
<li>1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes</li>
<li>6 ounces zucchini, cut into cubes</li>
<li>4 ounces onion, sliced vertically quite thin</li>
<li>16 ounces butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into cubes</li>
<li>3 ounces whole green beans</li>
<li>4 ounces carrots, cut into chunks</li>
<li>1 ounce raisins</li>
<li>1/2 can water, use the diced tomato can</li>
<li>1/4 tsp each of cardamom, garam marsala, coriander</li>
<li>1/2 tsp cumin</li>
<li>1 tsp each of cinnamon, turmeric</li>
<li>healthy dash black pepper</li>
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<li><b>Open</b> cans, and <b>prepare</b> vegetables.</li>
<li><b>Coat</b> the inside of your slow cooker lightly with a non-stick spray for easy cleanup.</li>
<li><b>Layer</b> the vegetables in the slow cooker.</li>
<li>Mix the spices in a small bowl and then <b>sprinkle</b> over the veggies.</li>
<li><b>Add </b>the tomatoes and the water and then stir.</li>
<li>Cook on <b>LOW</b> for about 8 hours.</li>
<li><b>Serve warm</b> over carb/grain of your choice... quinoa, rice, noodles, barley, wheatberries, freekah, farro.</li>
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Weight Watchers Smart Points = 1<b>*</b></div>
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Calories 119</div>
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Fat 1g</div>
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Carbs 24g</div>
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Fibre 7g</div>
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Sugar 7g</div>
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Protein 6g</div>
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So, the gist of it all is to eat more veggies so you won't have cravings for <u>more</u>, and your belly will be so full that you won't want to snack anyway. I have been working on it for the past few weeks and it led me to joining a Facebook group where everyone has the same goal. And it has spurred me to doing some experimenting in the kitchen again.<br />
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I got this idea from one of the women in the group... and at first it sounded quite odd... but very intriguing. I have made the dish twice now. The first time it was our whole dinner. And it was very filling and quite tasty. The second time, I made about half and we had it as a side dish with some BBQ'd pork. I think that The Captain preferred having it this way. I liked it better as dinner. You can decide for yourself.<br />
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But I do hope you will give it a try. I have never really been a fan of cooked cabbage... cabbage rolls, for example, have never really been a favorite of mine... but this red cabbage is sauteed only until soft, not cooked all the way to limp, so that may be the difference. And of course the lime and avocado are just a natural pair.<br />
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<li>6 cups shredded red cabbage</li>
<li>2 tsp coconut oil</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
<li>2 cloves garlic, peeled, smashed and minced</li>
<li>2 Tbs raw sunflower seeds</li>
<li>1 medium avocado, about 4 ounces, peeled, seeded and cut into large slices</li>
<li>juice from one lime</li>
<li>Salt and Pepper to season</li>
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<li>Add the cabbage, salt and garlic, and <b>cook</b> for about 15 minutes, <b>stirring</b> every few minutes</li>
<li>Remove to 2 large bowls or plates and <b>sprinkle</b> each with half of the sunflower seeds.</li>
<li><b>Place</b> half the avocado slices on each plate.</li>
<li><b>Drizzle</b> each with half the lime juice.</li>
<li><b>Serve</b> with salt and pepper on the side.</li>
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Calories 240</div>
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Fat 17g</div>
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Carbohydrates 20g</div>
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Sugar 7g</div>
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Fibre 9g</div>
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Protein 5g</div>
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I want to try a few new things that I hope The Captain will enjoy as well. He is not always very keen on the creamy texture of plain avocado.<br />
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In the Spring and Summer when we are spending more and more time outdoors, I keep some things on hand in the refrigerator to put together quick meals. Hardboiled eggs is one of my favorite go-to items... so while I washed and cut up some greens, The Captain peeled some eggs, and our dinner came together rather quickly.<br />
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And it was wonderful! I am sharing the ingredients I used for 2 fairly large dinner salads. I think the next time I make this, I will try adding some<i> crumbled bacon</i> and some <i>capers</i> for garnish and a flavor boost.<br />
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<b>Avocado and Egg Salad</b><br />
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<li>2 to 3 cups salad greens, washed and dried</li>
<li>10 grape tomatoes cut in half</li>
<li>3 or 4 thin slices of red onion</li>
<li>1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped</li>
<li>1 mini cucumber, cut into slices</li>
<li>2 hard boiled eggs, peeled and slices</li>
<li>1 large avocado, washed, peeled and cut into chunks</li>
<li>Salt and pepper</li>
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<li>splash of lemon juice</li>
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<li><b>Place</b> the salad greens in 2 serving bowls and set aside</li>
<li>Put the tomatoes, red onions, parsley, cucumber, eggs, and avocado in a <b>medium mixing bowl</b>.</li>
<li><b>Mix </b>the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl and pour over the eggs, etc in the mixing bowl.</li>
<li><b>Toss</b> gently.</li>
<li><b>Spoon</b> the mixture over salad greens and serve with salt a pepper to season.</li>
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Saturated Fat 5g</div>
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Sugar 2g</div>
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Protein 9g</div>
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<br />Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-1184646215795632882016-02-25T06:58:00.001-08:002016-04-03T06:53:42.575-07:00Roasted Cauliflower and Chicken SoupI have been buying up cauliflower like a crazy person lately. All Winter long they were so expensive... I saw them as high as $6.95 per head... and now that they are a decent price again, I cannot stop buying them!<br />
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But I can only eat so much <a href="http://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2014/04/low-carb-flatbread.html" target="_blank">Low-Carb Flatbread</a> and <a href="http://wecanbegintofeed.blogspot.ca/2013/04/cauliflower-rice.html" target="_blank">Cauliflower Rice</a>, so have been trying to come up with some new ways to enjoy all of this glorious cauliflower. This soup was an experiment for sure, and a <i>happy</i> one as it turned out so well. We almost always have some roasted chicken breasts in the refrigerator as I tend to do them in batches of 3 or 4 every few days so I have some on hand for salads or for The Captain's favorite fried rice dish at lunch time.<br />
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Makes 2 servings.<br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
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<li>4 cups cauliflower, washed and broken into florets</li>
<li>1/2 cup onion roughly chopped</li>
<li>2 tsp olive oil</li>
<li>2 cups chicken broth</li>
<li>1 tsp minced garlic</li>
<li>1 cooked chicken breast, about 6 to 8 ounces, cut into small chunks</li>
<li>1/2 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt</li>
<li>Salt and Pepper to taste</li>
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<li>Line a baking sheet with foil and <b>lightly coat</b> with a non-stick spray.</li>
<li><b>Spread</b> the cauliflower florets and onion pieces on the foil and drizzle or spray with the olive oil.</li>
<li>Place in oven and <b>roast</b> for 30 minutes. </li>
<li><b>Remove</b> from oven and place the veggies in a stockpot or large sauce pan.</li>
<li><b>Add</b> the chicken broth and garlic to the veggies and bring to a boil.</li>
<li><b>Simmer</b> for about 5 minutes.</li>
<li>Add the chicken and <b>heat through</b> about 5 more minutes.</li>
<li>Remove from heat and then <b>puree</b> with an immersion blender till the chicken is shredded.</li>
<li><b>Divide</b> the mixture between 2 bowls and then stir 1/2 cup of yogurt into each.</li>
<li><b>Season</b> with salt and pepper.</li>
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Calories 243; Saturated Fat 1g; Sugar 10g; Protein 36g.<br />
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Ellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17051559524039818873noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1862096803607210369.post-27115964286531026862016-02-15T15:11:00.005-08:002016-02-16T07:36:25.927-08:00Spicy Pumpkin Protein PancakesI am finally back on track with regular workouts after our move to a new apartment in January. And the new building has a fitness room, so we have decided to take advantage of the space... we can spread out our mats and even jump up and down if we want to, without having to worry about making too much noise. There are lots of machines and equipment that I haven't even had a chance to check out yet!<br />
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On days when I am going to do a mid-morning workout, I like to add some carbs to my breakfast to make sure I have enough energy to finish. Usually I would be happy with some fruit blended into a protein shake, but it has been raining <i>monsoons</i> here the past couple of days so something warm seemed much more to my appealing.<br />
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I decided to use the last of my <i>North Coast Naturals vanilla Vege Pro-7</i> protein powder and make some spicy pumpkin pancakes... I had only half a scoop left and I knew just what to do with it. I am really sad to see the bottom of this container. I was given this protein powder to try some time ago and have really enjoyed it... it has great body and is really quite filling. I will need to get more!<br />
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I mixed all the ingredients with my immersion blender and then cooked the batter in 3 batches. It takes a bit longer to do them this way, and the batter really needs to cook completely through, otherwise you have doughy centres in the pancakes, and who likes that? Not me, for sure.<br />
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I did the calculations and the batch of 3 cakes comes out to 6 Smart Points on the new Weight Watchers program... add a bit of sugar-free syrup for another 1 Point or some 0 Point fruit if you like. I chose to have half a navel orange alongside instead... I really enjoyed them and hope you will too.<br />
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<b>Spicy Pumpkin Protein Pancakes</b><br />
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<li>1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder</li>
<li>1/4 cup canned pumpkin</li>
<li>1 tsp coconut oil</li>
<li>2 Tbs egg whites </li>
<li>5 Tbs water</li>
<li>1/4 cup old fashioned oats</li>
<li>1/2 tsp cinnamon</li>
<li>dash of nutmeg</li>
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<li><b>Blend</b> all the ingredients together till batter is smooth.</li>
<li><b>Cook</b> pancakes in 3 batches and keep cakes warm till ready to serve.</li>
<li><b>Serve</b> with syrup or fruit.</li>
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Calories 200; Saturated Fat 4g; Sugar 3g; Protein 17g.</div>
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It wasn't that I have not been cooking... or even cooking up anything new. It was that I was just too occupied elsewhere to take pictures and post! I had no idea that moving was so time consuming or so physically demanding. I don't want to do it again for some time.<br />
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But now that the move is done and we are mostly organized in the new place (nope, I haven't hung any pictures yet) I really feel like turning my attention to <i>foodie</i> matters and telling you about them! And since I last posted I have found some new products that I am excited about and want to share with you... you might like them too.<br />
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The first product I want to tell you about is this <i>Lite Life Naturally Turkey Bacon</i> that I found at Costco a couple of weeks back.<br />
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Several years ago when we lived on the sailboat we spent 3 Winters in Washington State. I regularly purchased a turkey bacon distributed by Oscar Meyer, I think the brand was Louis Rich. It is not available in Canada and I never found another one that was nearly as good... till now. This Lite Life Naturally has a good bacon flavor without all the nitrates and is a good texture, too. I have tried cooking it in the mike, but find that a saute pan works better. Less mess and fussing around!</div>
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The package is divided into 2 sections... so I put one in the freezer and keep the other in the fridge and used it up within about 8 or 9 days. Was still fresh and good all that time.</div>
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It is a lovely frozen mixture of strawberries, pitted dark sweet cherries, black currants, blackberries, cultured blackberries, and pitted sour cherries. These are the <i>only</i> ingredients. There is no added sugar. On the Weight Watchers program, these fruits are 0 Smart Points, unless you blend them into smoothies. See my note below this post for more information about that.</div>
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And yes, that cereal in the picture with the fruit and yogurt above, is the third item I want to share with you. It is called<i> Nature's Path Sunrise Crunchy Maple</i>.</div>
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I first ran into it a few weeks ago when I was attending a Sunday morning Weight Watcher's meeting... it was the first launch day in December of the new program, <i>Beyond the Scale</i>. One of the members that attended that meeting was eating her breakfast and as I sat and visited with her, I could smell the aroma of maple coming from her bowl. I had to ask about it. Jamie told me it was this Crunchy Maple cereal... and I tucked that information away till last week, when I spied a box of it on a shelf of a store that I don't normally shop. I saw that it is Gluten-Free and tossed it into my cart.</div>
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Here are 5 of the most popular recipes I posted this year. Not only were they viewed, and <i>Pinned</i> quite often, they are dishes that I like to make over and over again myself... so I am going to highlight them here for you, so that you can check them out for yourself if you missed them the first time around.<br />
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They are all gluten freen, and grain free. They may contain eggs or egg whites. Where I call for a particular brand, use your own favorite version. I hope you will enjoy them as much as I do myself!<br />
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