So, I know this isn't the food/recipes forum, but I just had to share my favorite fulfilling mushy dinner so far.

I put a can fat free refried Beans, a half a cup of salsa, about a tablespoon of cottage cheese, and a sprinkle of taco seasoning in the food processor and pureed until smooth. I then measured out a half cup of the mixture, sprinkled some shredded cheese on top and warmed it up in the microwave. I finished it off with a small dollop of sour cream. It was shockingly tasty and very filling! My husband was having a very Mexican dinner that I couldn't have, and I didn't even feel deprived! I was so pleased with myself! lol.

Hey, whatever works, right?

So, I know this isn't the food/recipes forum, but I just had to share my favorite fulfilling mushy dinner so far.

I put a can fat free refried Beans, a half a cup of salsa, about a tablespoon of cottage cheese, and a sprinkle of taco seasoning in the food processor and pureed until smooth. I then measured out a half cup of the mixture, sprinkled some shredded cheese on top and warmed it up in the microwave. I finished it off with a small dollop of sour cream. It was shockingly tasty and very filling! My husband was having a very Mexican dinner that I couldn't have, and I didn't even feel deprived! I was so pleased with myself! lol.

I have 2 things... Soup & chili!

Chipotle chicken Chili

Southwest Chicken Soup

The soup is easy...5 cans...

1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed

1 can Rotel (tomatoes & peppers), drained

1 can corn, drained

1 large can of chicken broth

1 can of chicken, drained

Mix together, add in seasonings you like...

I like to caramelize onions 1st, and then add in the corn & Rotel , then add in beans and chicken. I really don't like canned chicken, so I use rotisserie or left overs...

Add Water...

Oh, and you can put rice or Pasta if you want. It's great soup!!

Ny nutritionist has encouraged legumes as being a really good source of protein for me, I love this recipe! I will definitely try it when I get to the mushy stage. Yumm! I really love Mexican food, so healthier options for Mexican food are a-ok on my list

wow, that sounds like a very restrictive diet plan,Papillon Princess . But if it is working for you, who am I to say anything. I am working hard to make this a lifestyle not a diet...but I have given up bread. Just can't eat it as a "normal" person and not sure how my band would handle it. I also can't eat chips/ice cream in moderation so they are out...LOL.

Your recipe sounds good, Little Teapot. I will have to try it...I am off of mushies but I do like to try different things and will be good if I get another fill. Only had one fill so far and haven't needed another one. I get bored eating the same things over and over. I found that I like lots of favor in the foods I do eat....lots of protein and veggies, some fruit and a little starch. Of course chocolate....that TOM always gets me...LOL.

Thanks!