Debra G

Everyone loves a smoothie! THIS RECIPE IS GREAT FOR ALL OUT THERE!!!! This healthy homemade smoothie could be enjoyed either for breakfast or as a refreshing beverage. Fruit and dairy rich smoothie can be a great snack also. Good Source of Calcium, Low Fat, Low Sodium. This smoothie is so good and it is very cheap too, low calorie Super-Fast Smoothie. I LOVED THIS SMOOTHIE! ENJOY!!! Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes Actual Cooking Time: No Cooking Required Number of Servings: 4 Quick to Prepare (under 15 minutes) Calories: 130 CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Good luck to you 2minicano017 on your up coming surgery on Dec 7th. In for a wonderful journey of your life. All the best. Keep us updated.. LOVE IT!!

Enjoy the Essenes of salmon with this quick and easy recipe. Salmon is considered a good source of beneficial omega fatty acids. Nothing like a good piece of salmon I love salmon. Works really well with other fish as well if you don't have any salmon lying around. Quick to Prepare (under 15 minutes) and 4 ingredients, and you are done how simple is this. ENJOY!! Total Preparation Time: Less than 10 minutes Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes Number of Servings: 4 Simple (4 ingredients) Calories: 300 CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

"Delicious! Love this as a snack. Making oven fries out of sweet potatoes brings out their inherent sweetness. This is a tasty side dish that can be added to any main course. Try this recipe today, and you will find it's delicious, easy to fix, and good for your family. Be careful of the time, they can burn. Check them a few times while cooking you want them to be crispy. ENJOY! Servings Per Recipe: 3 150 Calories: Per 6 fries Serving CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

BOO Licious Jello Shots Jello shots served at Halloween Parties are a tradition. Jello shots are probably one of the easiest type of shot to make, delicious way to pump up the fun. And Gulit Free, have fun. SCARY GOOD!! Servings Per Recipe: 18 91 Calories: Per Serving Ingredients: 2 boxes of Black Cherry Gelatin (use sugar-free) 1 c. High Proof Spiced Rum (I used 94 proof Krakken Black Rum) 18 Body Parts Gummies (Wal-Mart) Directions: 1. Make Jello as directed subbing 1 cup of Rum for 1 of the 2 cups of cold water. Pour into lined muffin tins. Add a body part gummy to each shot. Chill overnight. 2. To serve: Peel the jello from the paper and flip over to reveal the encased body part. When these are set up, the gummies become very chewy, like flesh. Muahahahaha! Happy Halloween! CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE HALLOWEEN RECIPE OR FOR MY RECIPE OF THE DAY!:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

You are so welcome Winks. And it's low in calories to that's the best part. ENJOY!!

You are so welcome janetsjourneytoslim . I will keep them coming. Do Enjoy!

Vegetable-Chicken Stir-Fry THIS RECIPE IS FOR THOSE OF YOU THAT CAN EAT CHICKEN!!! A five-ingredient main dish that takes less than 15 minutes to cook? This yummy chicken stir-fry was created for busy cooks like you! Excellent stir fry, quick and easy, the family will loved it!!! If you do not have the stir fry sauce you can use low sodium soy sauce instead. It still come out great. Really aawesome and very moist. Just learning to cook? This is definitely something you can make and not mess up. Easy to make and so yummy. ENJOY!! 250 Calories per 1 serving Prep Time 05 Minutes Total Time 14 Minutes Makes 4 servings CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Thank you mezzo. This was a big one for me. All the best

Thank you sandradee, you are a inspiration to me. All things, we can do now is because of our Lap-Band way to go. LOVE IT!! Again thank you

I can not eat chicken, beef, and some viggies no matter how I cook it, but I can eat rice. But it's so true we are all different.

Thank you GonnaBeFit. Next time you will go the whole way am sure.. To tell you the truth am really looking forward to my next race. Best wishes and Thank You again..

Thank you Winks for your kind words. Am so proud of my self for what I have done on race day. And you are so welcome about the recipes of the day, I will keep them coming.. Best wishes .

You are so welcome Toothfairyy. And in time you will to and let us know about it. All the best

BOO LICIOUS Spider Cupcakes These are a huge hit with kids! I made these cute little cupcakes for my Church's Halloween party. Everyone loved them and gobbled them up. So much fun to make my adult friends loved it. SCARY GOOD! 1 Hr Prep Time: cook time 30 min: 1 Hr 30 Min Total time: Yield 24 cupcakes Ingredients: 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix 1 pound black shoestring licorice 1 (16 ounce) can white frosting 48 pieces candy corn 48 cinnamon red hot candies 1/4 cup orange decorator sugar Directions: 1. Prepare cupcakes according to package directions. Let cool completely. 2. Cut licorice into 3 inch sections. Working with one or two cupcakes at a time, so the frosting doesn't set before decorating, frost the cupcakes with the white frosting. Insert licorice pieces into the outer edges of the cupcakes to make the legs of the spider, 3 legs on each side (4 takes up too much space). 3. Place two pieces of candy corn on the front of the cupcake for fangs and use two red hots as eyes. Sprinkle with decorator sugar. Repeat with remaining cupcakes. 260 Calories: Per Serving CHECK OUT MY BLGO FOR MORE HALLOWEEN RECIPES AND MY RECIPE OF THE DAY:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

This recipe I will show you how it's the best pumpkin pie I have ever had in my life. This pie is based on my Grandma's recipe that she has passed down to me, and now am sharing it with you. Grandma's pumpkin pie recipes make delicious pies that are perfect to serve on any occasion. Learn how to make pumpkin pie the old-fashioned way, from scratch. Preparing the pumpkin filling from scratch does require a little extra effort, but compared to the taste of canned pumpkin,( which is ok to) the traditional homemade taste of these pies is worth it. They taste so good! You'll have to bake and judge for yourself. Hope you enjoy it as much as my family does. This is a holiday favorite with a delicious taste. Bring Grandma's pie to your table, your friends and family will not believe that you made this pie your self wow them. Happy Holidays Everyone. ENJOY!! Yield: 8 servings or 10 to 12 slices 275 Calories per serving Times:Prep time 40 min Cook time 1 hr 0 min Total:1 hr 40 min CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Try some clear broth along with a protein drink. That may help with the hunger. Hang in there...

Hello sophinator with ever post you read about 30 pounds lost in 3 years, there so many post about 116 pounds under a year. How do I know that, am one of those people I lost 116 pounds 10 months after my surgery. And there are so many more here like that also. So do not become discourage. With some heard work you to can do it. Best wishes.

I hope the Phentermins works for, as you said failure is not a option. Am sure you will get back on track soon. and for being weak never we do what we have to, to assure our self a healthier life. Be well and all the best to you.

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/

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/

A certain restaurant that we frequent serves the most delicious lettuce wraps. This is a close take on mimicking these tasty, lean wraps I just took a few things out to keep the calorie count down. This is not only absolutely delicious, but it is a great snack or lunch. For those of us that can eat chicken, this chicken has a dressing that goes over it to help keep it moist. Refrigerate any leftovers and enjoy them cold as a snack for later! YUM So Incredible! ENJOY!! Recipe make 8 wraps 225 Calories: Per 1 wrap Serving 30 Minutes to Prepare and Cook CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Halloween pumpkin spice raisin muffins. BOO LICIOUS! Better than cupcakes but just as cute! This is an adaptation of the Pumpkin Muffins recipe that is also super tasty! I also made these with walnuts on top for the non candy corn lovers;) Pumpkin muffins are perfect Halloween party fare and are always welcome on the autumn breakfast table or the Thanksgiving bread basket. This festive recipe is fun for all. SCARY GOOD! Servings Per Recipe: 21 117 Calories: Per 1 Muffin Serving 30 Minutes to Prepare and Cook Ingredients: 1 box spice cake mix 1 15oz. can pure pumpkin 1/3c raisins, packed 1/3c water 20 pieces candy corn 3 Tbsp light cream cheese 5 Tbsp Splenda with fiber 1/4 tsp vanilla Directions: 1. Mix the pumpkin, water, spice cake mix powder, and cinnamon together. Mix in raisins. 2. Drop by tablespoons into greased muffin cups, making sure the tops are flat and not lumpy. 3. Soften cream cheese while they bake and mix in Splenda and vanilla for icing. 4. Bake at 350 18-22 minutes or until a knife comes out clean. After muffins have completely cooled, add 1/2 tsp (enough to stick the candy to) to center of muffin and top with candy corn. CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE FUN FOODS OR JUST TO SEE MY RECIPES OF THE DAY:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Am sure you will love these tasty treats marw. So yummy and band friendly also. I missed my pizzas so now here is a great alternative. ENJOY.

Ditch the crust and boost your veggie intake with these eggplant "pizzas." Really delicious and so easy, light and quick. I love loading these mini pizzas with any and all type of veggies-onions, peppers, spinach, mushrooms ect. Also I love to use fresh tomatoes (subbed in for tomato sauce). Pretty filling as well, you can change the cheese to feta,fat free swiss or any other cheese of your choosing. It will be a big hit with the kids too, if the kids like it life becomes so simple at dinner time. ENJOY!!! Servings Per Recipe: 4 119 Calories: Per 1 Serving 17 Minutes to Prepare and Cook CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/