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Recipe Of The Day! Italian Beef Stuffed Peppers With Orzo

Put a spin on hamburger beef with this exciting Italian Beef stuffed Peppers With Orzo Recipe. It will delight your taste buds with so much flavor.. ENJOY!   Makes 4 servings Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes   328 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

RECIPE OF THE DAY! "CRAB SALAD AND ASPARAGUS MELT"

Here is my recipe for today for all you cooks out there. Looking for a healty choice try this one or any of my recipes on my blog.   Talk more later, I am going down to the shore today with my family.   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/ :thumbup:

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Fall Baked Maple Apples

This fall bounty includes apples, walnuts (I like pecans), and maple syrup. All three come together in this super-fragrant dessert. It's that time of year again, Apple-picking season. If you are like me you will find you have too many apples on your hands after a weekend of apple-picking with your kids and family. Here is a nice recipe to use up some of the apples. Makes for a low calorie desert. Apples are loaded with fiber, the soluble kind that helps lower blood cholesterol. Maple syrup, cinnamon and just a bit of butter bathe baked apples in a luscious warm sauce. YUMMMM... ENJOY!!   Prep Time:10 min Start to Finish:50 min   makes:4 servings 140 Calories per 1 serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Sweet Potato And Ham Salad

Looking for a low-calorie dish, this salad will do that for you. Only 175 calories wonderful on a hot day and picnic friendly. ENJOY! Healthy Low-Calorie Picnic Recipes   Makes 5 servings   Active Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes   175 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Pumpkin Tureen With Beef Stew

Here, pumpkin isn't just an ingredient, it's actually what you cook in, too, creating a charming container for a hearty stew. To make serving easier, choose a pumpkin that is squat and wide, rather than tall and narrow.   Tender spicy beef stew steams inside a glorious golden pumpkin, which makes a beautiful presentation. This beautiful dish can be server with a salad or soup. My friends and family so love this dish it never fails to wow them every time. ENJOY!   Prep Time:25 Minutes Cook Time:1 Hour 30 Minutes Ready In:1 Hour 55 Minutes   389 Calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Stuffed Veggie Shells

This mouth watering dish has some bold flavors that you, your family and friends will love. They will forget that this is a meatless dish. ENJOY!   Makes 6 servings   Active Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes   382 Calories Per Serving(2 shells for 382 calories)   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Maple-Mustard Pork Temnderloin

Diabetes appropriate, Low calorie, Low carbohydrate, Low sodium, Heart healthy, Healthy weight, Gluten free.   What a fantastic recipe and so easy to make. Pork tenderloin is about as lean as it comes so it's a great healthy option, but it shouldn't be overcooked as it can dry out. Maple and mustard make a sweet-and-savory mahogany-colored sauce. A delicate note of sage gives it a wintery touch. Fresh thyme or rosemary also work if you prefer. Serve with barley, roasted squash and a Pinot Noir. What a satisfying dish. ENJOY!!   Makes 4 servings   Active Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes   225 calories Per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Shrimp In Lettuce Cups

Serve these pretty lettuce wraps as a first course or a light entrée. Fresh mint and cilantro keep it fresh, while savory sautéed shrimp and vegetables provide substance and color. Makes 4 serverings   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Wrapped Pork Tenderloin With Bacon

This tender and juicy Pork Tenderloin will be a favorite at the dinner table.   Makes 5 servings   Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes 172 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! BBQ Turkey Top With A Mustard Sauce

Barbecued turkey legs and thighs. I grew up with plenty of meals made with turkey legs because they feed a lot, and they're an inexpensive source of protein. But no matter what time of year we're having turkey legs, as much as I love turkey, the taste always reminds me of Thanksgiving. In this preparation however, slowly cooked on a grill, and basted with a tangy, strong, sweet, sour yellow mustard-based barbecue sauce, the turkey doesn't taste anything like Thanksgiving turkey. It just absorbs the smokiness from the grill and the tang from the sauce. Outside of the holiday bird, this is hands down the best turkey I've ever had.   Makes 4-8 Serves 150 calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE :smile2: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Moist And Tender Turkey Breast With Gravy

Looking for a tender and juicy recipe with excellent results? This is the one for you!   Because you're starting with a boneless cut, the cooking time is much shorter than if using a whole bird. Really tasty, and the turkey cames out super moist and tender. This dish will be so juicy, and the sauce adds to it's all ready wonderful taste and brings the flavors all together. This recipe sure makes my family smile and ask for seconds! ENJOY!!   Yields: 8 servings Total cooking time: 40 minutes:   349 Calories per serving:(serving size: about 6 ounces turkey and 1/4 cup gravy)   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! BLT In A-Salad

Want a new way to have a BLT. This healthy salad has it all, taste, flavor, and low in calories and easy to make. ENJOY!     Makes 4 servings Active Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes   218 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BOLG FOR THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Asparagus And Fresh Tomatoes

Keep it simple and bursting with color and flavor with this fresh tomato and asparagus side dish.   Makes 4 servings Prep Time 15min Total Time 30min 70 Calories per 1 Serving:   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Gazpacho-Smoke Turkey

This is a very economy friendly recipe look below for total cost you will be amaze. Gazpacho, the classic fresh-vegetable salad from Spain that eats like a soup, usually takes a lot of chopping. In this streamlined recipe, most of the chopping is done for you by using canned tomatoes and vegetable juice. Because vegetable juice is a combination of several vegetables, you get most of the garden-fresh quality of a traditional gazpacho in a single ingredient. By adding some smoked turkey, this traditional light soup serves as a hearty, one-pot main-dish meal. For a spicier gazpacho, add a dash of hot pepper sauce. ENJOY!   Total cost: $8.31 Servings: 4   Preparation Time: Approximately 10 minutes   170 Calories Per Serving   check out my blog for more info on this recipe and so many more:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Cheesecake Mocha Bars

What a great low calorie dessert. This will fill all the chocolate needs you may have. ENJOY! Guilt Free   Makes 1 Pan Active Time: 18 minutes Total Time: 4 hours   84 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Stuffed Acorn Squash With White Beans And Sage!

Autumn Dinner Idea, Check out this delectable recipe to savor the flavor of the harvest.   Acorn squash’s natural shape makes it just right for stuffing. Preparation of this dish is easy and fast because the beans cook on the stovetop while the squash steams in the microwave. My friends and family loves this dish because you can have it on the table in 35 minutes and for it's great taste. ENJOY!!   250 Calories 1 per serving Serves: 4   Total Time: 35 min Cook Time: 15 min   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Halloween Treats! BOO LICIOUS

Boo Licious:   Halloween Cupcakes:   No tricks, just treats for ghosts and ghouls of all ages Quick and Simple. To set the mood for your holiday party, turn plain cupcakes into ghostly goodies. Scary Good!     Tip:   Stenciled Halloween design. Just place stencil over icing and sprinkle on colored sugars. Add an icing decoration or two if you plan to “boo” who!   185 Calories per 1 cupcake serving   Yields: 22 servings   Total Time: 40 min Prep Time: 25 min Cook Time: 15 min     Cupcakes:   1 package(s) (18.25 ) devil’s food cake mix with pudding   1 cup(s) sour cream   1/2 cup(s) vegetable oil   3 large eggs   1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract   Frosting:   2 large egg whites   1 cup(s) sugar   2 teaspoon(s) lemon juice   1 teaspoon(s) (light) corn syrup   1/4 teaspoon(s) cream of tartar orange food coloring   decorating sugar crystals, jelly beans, candy corns, (optional)   Directions:   1.Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350ºF. Paper-line 24 muffin cups.   2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, 3/4 cup water, sour cream, oil, eggs and vanilla, and blend with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute. Stop the mixer, scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula, then turn mixer up to medium speed and beat 2 minutes more. The batter should look well combined. Spoon batter into muffin cups, so that each liner is three-quarters full.   3.Bake cupcakes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool on wire rack for 5 minutes, then remove cupcakes from pans and leave them on the rack to cool completely.   4.Meanwhile, make frosting: In top of double boiler, over 1 inch of simmering water, with handheld mixer at medium speed, beat egg whites, sugar, 1/4 cup water, lemon juice, corn syrup and cream of tartar until soft peaks form and temperature reaches 160ºF on candy thermometer, about 7 minutes. Remove top of double boiler from heat; beat 5 to 10 minutes longer, until stiff peaks form. Fold in orange food coloring until evenly distributed.   5.Spread frosting on cupcakes and decorate with sugar crystals, jelly beans or other candies, as desired.   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE HALLOWEEN RECIPE OR FOR MY RECIPE OF THE DAY!:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Men Are Nicer To Thinner Women!

This is what I have experienced and noticed. This is only my view on this - it may not reflect everyone else's view.   Men are nicer to thinner women. The reason I say this is, now that I have lost close to 86 pounds, I have noticed some differences in men's behavior towards me. They are offering me their seats, holding doors open for me, letting me get in line ahead of them, fighting to keep the elevator doors open so they do not close on me, more men are saying good morning, looking and nodding toward me in a friendly way. A few have have even tried to pick me, up - even men as young as my 30 year-old daughter! (I am a happily married woman and would never take the bait, but... it's nice!)   No matter what our ages are, we as women still like to know we still got it! LOL.   When I was 86 pounds heavier, not many would offer their seat to me (while at the same time they would offer their seat to a thinner woman right next to me) or hold the door for me - and they probably prayed I would not get on to the elevator because of the capacity of the elevator's weight load. There is a lot of discrimination in this country against heavier people. I'm still the same person with a good heart with or without the 86 pounds.   The reason I bring this up is that I had a doctor's appointment yesterday, and I saw a huge difference in the way men interact with me.   Again, this is only my point of view. Please share your comments on this - I'd like to hear from others about this particular situation.   You can check out my blog to follow my journey at: :bored:   http://life-after-lap-band®.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Southwestern Shrimp Dish

Looking for something to make your taste buds crave for more? This southwest shrimp dish is what you want. If it is an impressive side dish that you require, then this dish is the answer. Stock up on plenty of bags of shrimp as you will want to make this southwest shrimp time and again. What is more sinful than not trying out this sinfully delicious southwest shrimp dish. Start right away! ENJOY!   Makes 4 Servings   Active Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes   218 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Winter Morning Pumpkin Pancakes

These are good any season but taste best on cold winter mornings. You can use canned or cooked fresh pumpkin. Whether you're looking for a festive, fall breakfast or simply an alternative to the ordinary pancake, Pumpkin Pancakes are the perfect solution. The sweet hint of brown sugar mixed with pumpkin spice makes for the perfect pancake. ENJOY!   Preparation Time: Approximately 15 minutes Cook Time: Approximately 15 minutes   Makes 6 Pancakes:   370 calories Per Serving: 3 medium Pancakes with (100 cal) Lite syrup   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

I Have To Remember To Follow The Lap Band Rules!

Still struggling with pacing my food intake. I find myself quite often making several mistakes. I sometimes I forget to pay attention to the lab band eating rules, and this always ends up causing me distress. I sometimes eat to much, or too fast, not waiting 60 seconds between each bite, or failing to chew my food 30 - 40 times before swallowing. Sometimes I do not wait 30 - 60 minutes after eating before I drink liquids. When I do not follow these rules, I end up in distress - I feel tightness in my chest, I start belching and sometimes I have to throw up. I am lucky - my husband and family are my biggest supporters. I must say my husband is a gem - he has made a point of knowing the rules, and tries to diplomatically (LOL) let me know when I am eating too fast or breaking any of the other rules. When he brings this to my attention, It helps me pay attention to what I should be doing. I went out yesterday to a family event, where there was tons of food. I began nibbling on the appetizers, and I got excited about the fact I was able to eat, and that is when I should have stopped. But I did not stop eating, and that's when I began to experience that tightness in the chest, and I ended up running to the ladies room to throw up. So, although I have been doing very well for the past seven months since the surgery (I have lost 80 pounds so far), it has been a challenge for me to change the eating habits of a lifetime. They say it takes about a year to develop the new eating habits, and I am continuing to work on this very important aspect. So let's all work on remembering to follow the LAP-BAND rules!   CHECK OUT MY BLOG TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MY JOURNEY.:thumbup:   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Watermelon And Grape Kaobos

Summer temperatures mean moving everything outdoors, including your eats! Picnicking is one of the best parts of the season, and it’s a great way to involve the whole family while basking in nature’s beauty. There are three key factors to packing the perfect picnic: each dish should be able to be made ahead of time, not spoil quickly and be transported easily. Steer clear of heavy toppings, sticky sauces and mayo-based recipes—they’ll create a mess and attract insects; the latter can even pose a health risk. Instead, choose items that are easy to eat with your hands (or just with a fork—no knives allowed!) and will be safe to nibble on after an hour or two has passed (assuming you don’t leave the dishes out in the glaring sun—which is never a good idea, regardless of ingredients).   My creative picnic recipes will have everyone at the table asking for more without guilt.   Makes 16 kabobs   Per 1 kabob 71 Calories   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! Salmon Burgers With Chipotle Ranch Sauce

This easy to make Salmon Burgers with Chipotle Ranch Sauce will make a great meal. Looking for a healthy meal, this 325 calorie recipe is it. I have learned I do not have to substitute taste or good foods to work with my LAP-BAND®. Enjoy!   Makes 4 sandwiches   Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes   325 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recpie Of The Day! Cajun-Creole Jambalaya

This traditional cajun-Creole dish will please the palate with it's mix of robust flavors! With this dish, you can bring Louisiana to your kitchen. I'm sure it will be enjoyed by your friends and family.   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup:   http://life-after-lap-band®.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

 

Recipe Of The Day! 1-2-3 Grilled Tusan Pizza

Try this easy-to-make recipe for a light and delicious homemade pizza. These delicious pizzas only require three ingredients, and at 337 calories per serving, you can feel free to savor each bite! Grilling the bread will give it a crispy texture and makes it band friendly.. ENJOY!     Makes 4 Servings   Active: 7 minutes Total: 15 minutes   337 calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Debra G

Debra G

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