I finally got my surgery date (May 28th). I know what I can and cannot have during the liquid stage, however I was wondering if anyone had ideas for the purée stage? I have a few things in mind, but am looking for different ideas so I won't get bored. Thoughts?

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Thank you all so much for the helpful ideas! I will use many of these and create a list to keep on my fridge at home!

Wow, great topic. I am one week post op and still on liquids. I also worry that the pureed stage will be difficult, I worry I wont be satisfied when my food looks like baby food:(

Wow' date=' great topic. I am one week post op and still on liquids. I also worry that the pureed stage will be difficult, I worry I wont be satisfied when my food looks like baby food:([/quote']

After 20 days of liquids I was grateful for puréed! Lol!

Two ideas - tried both today on my first day of purees!

Taco chicken

Puree canned chicken with broth until smooth. Add taco sauce (not salsa) to taste. Mix in a little shredded cheddar and microwave until hot. Top with a little sour cream. YUM!

Inside Out Unlasagna

2 spoonfuls ricotta cheese, sprinkle of parmesan cheese, sprinkle of Italian seasoning, sprinkle of shredded mozzarella. Microwave 1 minute. Puree one meatball with marinara until smooth. Top ricotta mixture with "meat sauce" and microwave again until heated through.

So glad I found this thread!!! I start pureed food Thursday. Does anybody have a good Protein powder that's unflavored that can be added to stuff like mashed potatoes?

I use Isopure

So I will be starting pureed in about one week, i think my doc makes you wait two weeks post op what about others docs? So your first few days of pureed your stomach can handle spices like taco seasoning, chicken and beef? Has anyone had difficulty with foods which caused vomiting? I hate vomiting so am afraid.....

So I will be starting pureed in about one week' date=' i think my doc makes you wait two weeks post op what about others docs? So your first few days of pureed your stomach can handle spices like taco seasoning, chicken and beef? Has anyone had difficulty with foods which caused vomiting? I hate vomiting so am afraid.....[/quote']

I had no problems with spices. Other people might.