Mmmmmmm mmm GOOD!

Today I made something new and exciting (to me). I was absolutely DYING for cheesy, chickeny, gooey, broccoli-like (I know, random, but true). So, I had this idea the other day after talking to a friend at work about a meal she makes that she tried for the first time in the crock pot. So, here it is (with pics to boot!):

2 cans Campbell's cheddar cheese soup
1 can water
1 package chicken tenders (I believe it was a big package-like 15 tenders)
1 and 1/2 tbsp Emerills Essence
1 package frozen broccoli
1/2 block New York Cheddar Cheese (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
1 cup brown rice

In a slow cooker, combine all the ingredients together and stir well. Cook on low for minimum of 4 hours. Then you get this:




This is a 6 oz serving:




Other meals I had today included half a small Wendy's Chili and 1 and 1/2 slices french toast with sf syrup. I took a picture of the Wendy's chili, but you all know what that looks like and I am kicking myself for not taking a picture of the french toast because it was so pretty. But it was early and I was not awake yet. Eh, no biggie. There's always next time.

I also went to a British Tea today with some friends. It was delightful! We had little sandwiches and tea, there also were scones and some little deserts. The sandwiches were lovely. Little cucumber sandwich, chicken salad sandwich and ham and brie. I enjoyed one of each-they were approximately an ounce each, so they went down fine. I also had a scone because they were tiny. It was also lovely. If you have the chance to do one of these, I highly recommend it. The food is just the right size for us and a little of everything. It's also not rushed. So we can eat at our leisure. BONUS!

Alrighty, until tomorrow. Have a wonderful evening. :)

Interesting Day

Well, today was one of those challenges we face after the surgery. A Holiday Party. At work. You feel like everyone is watching you. They know you've lost weight (because they can see it, not because you've told them) and they want to see what you eat. Luckily, the surgery has made this easy for me. Now most people won't say the same. They still crave everything. The way I look at it, I've probably eaten thousands of cakes, pies, cups of pasta and potatoes. Not that pasta and potatoes are BAD, but they can be if you eat too much. At work today, we had a holiday party catered by a local restaurant. It was Italian. Here is what the options were and lets see if you would have chosen the same thing:

Salad with house dressing already on it
Sandwich sized rolls
Meatballs
Chicken Parm with Mozzarella
Pasta
Cupcakes
Soda

So, what did you pick?

I had about a half cup of the salad, a meatball and a small portion of the chicken and I barely touched it. I ate it really slow because I couldn't measure it and I didn't want to over do it. The meatballs were pretty big, probably 3 oz or so. I was comfortable and I will be honest, I didn't even miss the pasta (one of my old friends). Funny how our tastes can change.

Then we had a magician/comedian come and entertain us. He was HILARIOUS!!! I laughed so much I think I burned extra calories today. LOL

When I got home, I had my super (at 4:30) because I am going bowling tonight with my Fiance, my Dad, nephew and my sisters boyfriend. It's ME against the BOYS!!! I'm gonna kick their butts!!!! Muah ah ah ah!!!!

Back to my super, I used to love everything bagels. So, the other day I saw the new Bagel Thins they came out with in the everything flavor!!! Bonus! (Just a one time treat, I will get whole wheat next time). I toasted it and topped it with Ham, Provolone and Spicy Mustard. It was very delightful. Not the best thing I've ever eaten, but not bad either.

Here's a pic:



Edited to add;

For my last two meals of the day I had another Quadruple Chocolate Hot Chocolate and I added a tablespoon of SF Peppermint Torani Syrup. YUM! I drank that while I was bowling. Then, when I came home I had a Tortilla Pizza!

5 inch Tortilla
3 tbsp Sauce
1 ounce Shredded Pizza Cheese
1 tbsp bity pepperoni

I toast the tortilla in the conventional oven for 3 to 4 minutes prior to adding the toppings. Then I heat it for another 5 to 6 minutes (or basically until the toppings are nice and bubbly). And VOILA!!!

In Addition...

I had a boring super, just two meatballs. But my nighttime snack was AWESOME! I love me some chocolate. Especially hot chocolate. So, here is my substitute for it:

Quadruple Chocolate Hot Chocolate

4 oz 1% milk
1 scoop Chocolate Protein Mix
1 tbsp SF FF Chocolate pudding mix (dry)
1 tbsp Cocoa Powder
1 Packet 25 calorie Hot chocolate mix
8 oz boiling water

Mix the milk (cold) with the powdered ingredients really well. The cocoa powder may not integrate until you add the water. Slowly add the boiling water into the mixture stirring well. Top with Whipped Cream if you like. I also added two splenda and a scoop of UpCal D. I love getting my protein and calcium this way. It's delicious!

Enjoy!

Breakfast, Lunch and snacks

Hello all! Today I thought in advance and took pics of what I packed to bring to work today. I have breakfast, lunch and two snacks at work as I am there from 7 am to 3:30 pm. Today, I had an english muffin with peanut butter and sf preserves for breakfast at 7:10 am, Peach Ciobani for snack at 10:00 am, 1 cup homeade chili (from last night) with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese for lunch at 12:00 pm and 1 serving peanuts and all natural no sugar added apple sauce for a snack at 2:30. Here's the porn!

Gotta love it!

Sorry for being MIA. I have to tell you that I have been sick. Not surgery related (phew!). I had a (TMI ALERT) UTI and then, no less than a week later, I had a sinus infection. Needless to say, I have not been up to blogging although it is now one of my favorite things to do! :(

On a happy note, I have some food porn!!! Tee hee!

I made a kick butt chili tonight. Yum, yum, yummy! It is low fat and not only made me excessively happy, but my Fiance is gobbling up the last of it as we speak... Luckily, I already nabbed some for tomorrows lunch... I so sneaky.... LOL ;)



This is the mix I used and I added a can of red kidney beans. You can also add onions, peppers or whatever you like in it. I put a little shredded cheddar cheese on top. It was super tasty!


Edited to add:
My last meal o the day. I had a Butterfinger Protein Shake from the Bariatric Foodie blog. YUM YUM! You have got to try it!

WOOT WOOT! Awesome DINNER!

OMG! So I am sure all of you know who eggface is. She's that awesome blogger that posts fantastic WLS friendly recipies. I made one tonight. It was soooooo gooooodddd!

It's called Chili Renello Casserole (posted on March 16, 2008), it's easy, quick and so yummy my Fiance asked for a second slice and then sang the "Yummy, yummy, yumy, I've got love in my tummy" song. LOL, so cute (yes, you can all puke now). Here's the PORN!

So it's been a few weeks...

I am well. Just keep on truckin. I am now officially down 80 pounds and 2 pounds away from Onederland! *Let the joyful noise commence!* It has been over a decade people! A DECADE! I am so happy. Tonight for dinner I had a mini pizza (food porn to follow) and here's what I had for the rest of the day:

Breakfast: Atkins Milk Chocolate Shake
Snack: Ciobani Vanilla w/1/2 cup Kasji Go Lean
Lunch: 1/2 a Classy Italian wrap (lots of the wrap torn off)
Snack: The other half
Supper: Mini Pizza (small flour tortilla wrap topped with sauce, cheese and turkey pepperoni.

KK, ready for the PORN! Here it comes!!!!


Oh yeah! That's the stuff right there. Enjoy people! Muah!