Erma

Thank you for this it is very helpful

Try this it is simple and really good.
4 - boneless skinless chicken breast
1 - can of corn drained
1 - can black Beans drained
1 - jar of salsa whatever kind you like
Place the chicken on the botton pour the corn and beans on top and then the jar of salsa. Turn on low for eight hours and when it is done you can shread the chicken and there you go. Even if you don't like black beans you will like this. You can add in whatever else you like. I like to add chilies and low fat sour cream on the top before I serve it. You can also freeze what you don't eat.
Enjoy!

You are not alone, I was banded in March and I found the part right before surgery was hard, and then after a fill when you have to go back on liquids..Do I miss food, yes, but I am trying to find my alternative foods, and its not to bad. If I eat a burger, which I cant fully do, but I pretend, by cutting the burger pattie in half to make it thinner, (homemade burgers) and then I hollow out the bun, I dont eat like this all the time, but its for those treat nights. I do miss some foods, and I agree you never realize how your life revolves around food!!!! It takes a while to break the habit, I am still struggling with it, but find some good foods that you really enjoy and it will make it easier..Also when the weight comes off, you will lose the emotional regret!!!

Very nice checklist! I hope you dont mind if I use too! I especially like the Kellogg's protein mixes!