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OMG Chrissy me and u think just alike!!!!

I sware I think to myself I'm not even excited about puréed foods I mean that sounds disgusting blending meat what the hell!!!! I never heard of such a thing!!!!! It's like I'm already thinking I'm still gonna be on liquids ' date=' but I was happy to hear someone on here say we can eat the pintos and cheese from taco bell so maybe just maybe I can live off that lol I don't know , I just feel helpless ?de1e[/quote']

I wonder what a pureed cheeseburger would taste like haha.

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Really guys I said to my nut that I would NEVER eat purée! I even bought some meat baby food to eat instead..

The dog got a very good meal that night :P When it came down to it?

I ate purée with glee! It was warm savory (because I was sick of sweet) And comforting.

I did things like chicken and gravy or meatloaf gravy and watery instant mashed potatoes. Or You can do a meatball and red sauce :)

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I wonder what a pureed cheeseburger would taste like haha.

Haaaaa I really thought of that too , nope never I won't do it lol

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Really guys I said to my nut that I would NEVER eat purée! I even bought some meat baby food to eat instead.. The dog got a very good meal that night :P When it came down to it? I ate purée with glee! It was warm savory (because I was sick of sweet) And comforting. I did things like chicken and gravy or meatloaf gravy and watery instant mashed potatoes. Or You can do a meatball and red sauce :)

Oh wow just mentioning gravy sounds like a great puréed food with chicken or meatloaf hmmmm, that I will try and the meatball lol I even snap shot ur comment so I don't forget lol thank u Laura-van ❤️

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Oh wow just mentioning gravy sounds like a great puréed food with chicken or meatloaf hmmmm' date=' that I will try and the meatball lol I even snap shot ur comment so I don't forget lol thank u Laura-van ❤️[/quote']

Oops Laura-ven

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Really guys I said to my nut that I would NEVER eat purée! I even bought some meat baby food to eat instead.. The dog got a very good meal that night <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tongue.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':P' /> When it came down to it? I ate purée with glee! It was warm savory (because I was sick of sweet) And comforting. I did things like chicken and gravy or meatloaf gravy and watery instant mashed potatoes. Or You can do a meatball and red sauce <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' />

So the meatball and red sauce... You can get that to the consistency of applesauce?? I cannot wait till Friday!!! Thanks so much for the ideas!! Anymore??

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I see a therapist 2x a month. It really helps

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So the meatball and red sauce... You can get that to the consistency of applesauce?? I cannot wait till Friday!!! Thanks so much for the ideas!! Anymore??

Yes just use a cheap watery sauce :P

Most people rave about the ricotta bake.. I've never tried it (I'm lazy)

Shelly's Baked Ricotta

8 oz of Ricotta cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan

1 large Egg, beaten

1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning

salt & pepper to taste

1/2 cup Marinara Sauce

1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

Mix ricotta cheese, parmesan, beaten egg, seasonings together and place in a oven proof dish. Pour marinara on top and top with mozzarella cheese. Bake it in the oven @ 450 for about 20-25 minutes (best) or nuke it till hot and bubbly. I usually made it first in the oven and heated the leftovers in the microwave.

Also refried Beans and cheese. Oh and deviled ham (underwood) in the can :)

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Yes just use a cheap watery sauce <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tongue.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':P' /> Most people rave about the ricotta bake.. I've never tried it (I'm lazy) Shelly's Baked Ricotta 8 oz of Ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1 large Egg' date=' beaten 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning salt & pepper to taste 1/2 cup Marinara Sauce 1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese Mix ricotta cheese, parmesan, beaten egg, seasonings together and place in a oven proof dish. Pour marinara on top and top with mozzarella cheese. Bake it in the oven @ 450 for about 20-25 minutes (best) or nuke it till hot and bubbly. I usually made it first in the oven and heated the leftovers in the microwave. Also refried Beans and cheese. Oh and deviled ham (underwood) in the can <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' />[/quote']

Laura thanks for all the help!! Between you and a couple of others that should get me through the two weeks! You really should start charging for your advice you would be one rich lady!!

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I love Shelly's blog, I am scheduled for surgery 12/16/13, but have been inspired by her recipes and tips on puréed section as well

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Our big family joke is that my first pureed meal is going to be a cheeseburger. Cheeseburger in a blender. Good band name, now that I think about it.

I mean, it totally won't be, but for some reason the idea cracks me up. :D I find that laughing at the circumstances is more productive to me than mourning about what I can't have, but I recognize that everyone is going to handle this as best they can. (I'm 2 weeks out now.)

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My first was a can of progesso lite beef stew and added a whole chicken breast... into the blendtec, add a scoop of Unjury and... after 20 days of Protein Shakes it was so good!

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I think a lot of us are not fully aware of our addiction issues with food. I used food to change the way I feel. Turning to something on the outside to change the way I feel inside. I have been dealing with my addictions successfully for a few years now, and I am finally tackling food (the final frontier). It is usually something we need outside help with, whether it's counseling, or a 12 step program. I attend 12 step programs for my addiction issues, and I think it is one of the major aspects that has helped me succeed.

I think surgeons and WLS centers hurry us along sometimes, and don't address this giant aspect. This is why a lot of WLS patients turn to drinking (or other myriad cross addictions). Not one time in my 2 months of pre op education was addiction to food or other substances addressed. Nor was post op depression. I think that's scary, and I try to bring it up in my support group as often as it is appropriate.

Please know what you're feeling is normal, and you should have been prepared by your surgeon's team. I'm very sorry that you were blind-sided by this fairly common experience.

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So the meatball and red sauce... You can get that to the consistency of applesauce?? I cannot wait till Friday!!! Thanks so much for the ideas!! Anymore??

I 2nd that thanks...I get to purée next week on the 13th. Never thought I would be excited to purée meat but I am.

Told my 7 year old and he sat and thought about it and decided he wants to try since it's what I will be eating.

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