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Fresh Salsa
For those of you who make homemade salsa, what is your secret ingredient?? not necessarily secret, but what makes yours so good? just curious :smile: I love making salsa, but feel like something is missing!
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Empty Nesters?? Soon to be one :(
My youngest son is a senior in HS.........then college bound in the Fall of 2012. Where the heck did the last 18 years go?!? I have 3 'children'....oldest son is 23 and lives in Florida; middle son is a junior at the University of New Hamphire; and now the youngest is gearing up to leave :cry: What have other Empty Nesters…
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List of Exercises for Women By Body Part
Thru another thread (thanks tangal88), I came across this website and it seems to be pretty good for those women just starting out needing some guidance on where to begin. http://www.divine.ca/en/health/exercise-finder/c_266/ Hope this helps somebody!
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what's for dinner?
This is in my crockpot right now.......I was a bit lazy and had a chuck roast and I did not cube it....instead when I get home I will shred it. Hungarian Beef Goulash http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/hungarian_beef_goulash.html From EatingWell: January/February 2008 This streamlined goulash skips the step of browning the…
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Taco Pasta
I just came across this recipe on a freezer meal site and thought it looked good. Of course, it can be made ALOT healthier with low-fat, or fat-free ingredients; low sodium taco seasoning (or make your own); homemade salsa; whole wheat pasta, etc etc. you get the idea! Not sure of the calories either, since you could swap…
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Recipe Share?
How about sharing recipes here that we have tried? Last night I made a Stuffed Cabbage Casserole. Very good!! (IMO). Here is the recipe: skinnytaste.com http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/01/kalyns-stuffed-cabbage-casserole.html#more Kalyn's Stuffed Cabbage Casserole Servings: 10 • Serving Size: 1/10th with cheese • Old…
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Spaghetti Squash Avacado Burrito
I just came across this recipe on greenlitebites.com and it looks amazing! http://greenlitebites.com/2012/01/12/spaghetti-squash-avocado-burrito/
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Five Spice Roasted Chicken Legs
Another great recipe idea from Skinny Taste Five Spice Roasted Chicken Legs Skinnytaste.com Servings: 6 • Serving Size: drumstick + thigh • Old Points: 7 pts • Points+: 7 pts Calories: 295.3 • Fat: 8.7 g • Carb: 5.3 g • Fiber: 0.2 g • Protein: 46.5 g • Sugar: 2.7g Sodium: 550 mg (actually less since most marinade is…
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cardio in between sets
I have been doing the 30 minute circuit @ Planet Fitness. For those that are unfamiliar with it: They have 20 'stations'. 10 machines, 10 steps for cardio. My question is this: What can I do other than the following for the cardio? (I obviously don't always use the step :smile: ) Jumping Jacks "mock" jump roping High Knees…
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Salisbury Steak - 202 Calories!!
Skinny Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy Skinnytaste.com Servings: 8 • Size: 1 patty with mushroom gravy • Old Points: 4 pts • Points+: 5 pts Calories: 202.8 • Fat: 7.8 g • Protein: 21.7 g • Carb: 10 g • Fiber: 1.2 g • Sugar: 1.7 g Sodium: 524.7 mg Ingredients: 1 1/2 tsp oil 3/4 cup onions, minced 1 lbs 93% lean ground…
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Grinding your own meat
does anybody do this? I received a meat grinder for christmas (an attachment to my kitchen aid), and YES! I love it! I have so far only ground my own beef for burgers. What a difference in taste! Any good recipes out there? Or other ideas what to grind?
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Chicken Crockpot Recipe
I have not tried this yet, but just saw it on skinnytaste.com It looks great! I will be trying next week! Crock Pot Chicken a la Criolla Servings: 5 • Size: 2 thighs + vegetables & sauce • Old Points: 5 pts • Points+: 5 pts* Calories: 211 • Fat: 6.2 g • Protein: 28.8 g • Carb: 9.9 g • Fiber: 1.9 g • Sugar: 2.1 g Sodium:…
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Venison??
I have some leftover venison roast that i am going to attempt making a hash out of. Anybody have any suggestions? Never made it before!
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Cream of ........... soup
I just came across this recipe that I thought I would share. I know I hate to use the can stuff, so I figured this would be a great alternative. One thing that I would change is the boulion.....I will use sodium free to cut WAY down on the sodium. Homemade Cream-Style Soup Mix“This easy soup mix is a wonderful substitute…
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Butternut Squash - awesome recipe!!
I made this the other night, and have now had it 3 days in a row. Soooo good! Small changes I made: mixed all in a big bowl, then put onto the baking sheet I don't have a food processor so I put mine in a blender and blended with the milk. This came out so creamy, just like baby food! Cals: 139 Fat: 3 Protein: 2 Carbs: 27…
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Bread Machine Recipe
http://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2011/08/17/recipe-honey-whole-wheat-sandwich-bread-for-bread-machine/#more-1663 I just came across this blog and it all looks awesome! Definatley going to be trying this bread
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Chicken Parm Burgers - can't wait for dinner tonight!
Chicken parm burgers made with: 1# ground chicken 1/4 cup homemade marinara 1t italian seasonings salt/pepper Mix all together and make 4 patties. I made the patties (very sticky) and put back in the fridge (couple hours or more) to bind together a bit more. Grill, broil or whatever, when cooked thru top with some…
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Salad Ideas
I came across this website yesterday from a post posed by eleanoreb, thanks!! its: http://www.canyoustayfordinner.com/ very inspirational and good recipes! This is what she wrote about today, grat ideas for people like me who make very boring salads: How to Make a Delicious 400 Calorie Salad | Can You Stay For Dinner? So,…
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routine for a beginner?
would anybody mind sharing a full body workout for a beginner? i was always very thin naturally (5'8', 110) but gradually gained weight (current weight 153). I have no body tone........I guess I am what people would call 'skinny fat?" LOL Back when I was thin I guess I had the mentality that I was thin so no need to work…
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Dinner tonight is........
chicken stirfry! not sure why I don't make stir fry's more often....great way to get in lots of veggies :smile: I am also making baked rice, yummo!!
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who logs house cleaning for exercise?
I realize that we all clean our houses as part of a daily routine (or at least should :smile: )......but I am talking about not the daily keep tidy....... i mean vacuuming, mopping floors, dusting.......etc..........weekend cleaning that can take a few hours.
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anyone take calcium supplements for.......
PMS? i get soooooo cranky and irritable at least 3-5 before TOM. I have researched a bit and come to the conclusion to try calium supplements. Has anybody tried this and had any luck? Any other suggestions??
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Pepper Steak = YUM
I made this last night, and it was delicious!! skinnytaste.com http://www.skinnytaste.com/2009/07/pepper-steak.html Pepper Steak | Skinnytaste Strips of beef and peppers are stir fried in a wok to create a delicious main dish, ready in no time! I love stir fried anything, this pepper steak is always a hit in my house. The…
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Beef Stew with Beer and Paprika
I just stumbled onto this recipe on The Pioneer Womens website.....Have not made it YET, but it looks sooooo good!! Beef Stew with Beer and Paprika Added by Ree on January 8, 2011 in Soups, Stews Prep Time 10 Minutes Cook Time 2 Hours30 Minutes Servings 6 Difficulty Easy Ingredients 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon…
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Changing careers at 43??????
i just really hate my job. have basically always hated wherever i have worked. I have always worked in offices doing payables / receivables. i have always enjoyed the 'thought' of working in a restaurant, but have never made the leap. well, my kids are grown (youngest will graduate next june) and I am thinking of taking…
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apple with peanut butter
whoever came up with this concoction is my hero right now! perfect afternoon snack for me :happy:
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What's for dinner?
My husband suggested Corn Chowder, but I am not sure if that is what I want........ What is everybody else having??
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What do I do for.....
shapely calves? they have no muscle tone what - so - ever!!
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My new breakfast favorite
I did see this posted on the forum, but not quite sure where.........thanks to whomever posted this, it was delicious!! Whole wheat english muffin topped with: pepperjack cheese, tomato slices, avacado and cilantro. I 'cooked' the english muffin in the oven @ 350 for 5 mintues or so......then topped with cheese, etc and…
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Potato Gratin
Thinly sliced yukon gold potatoes, layered and baked in a light buttery sauce and shredded cheese. So good without the guilt! This is one of those dishes that exceeded my expectations, you can use red potatoes or new potatoes, but I really love the buttery texture of yukon gold. The only thing I urge to ensure the potatoes…