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Crab, Corn and Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing (Cooki
Crab, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing The tart dressing contrasts with the sweet corn, tomatoes, and crab. Serve with a lemon wedge, if desired. Pair it with cucumber soup or a grilled sandwich. 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided 1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil 1…
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Blackened Cumin-Cayenne Tilapia (Cooking Light)
Blackened Cumin-Cayenne Tilapia Use your broiler to make already quick-cooking fish fillets an even speedier dinner option. Serve with sautéed spinach and roasted new potato wedges. 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground…
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Stir-Fried Chicken Salad (Cooking Light)
Stir-Fried Chicken Salad The pan sauce in this dish doubles as a piquant vinaigrette for the salad. Serve with crunchy breadsticks, if you wish. 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon bottled chopped garlic 2…
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The Post-Baby Platform: Getting back to work!
By work, I mean getting to work on our bodies but it could also mean those juggling a job AND new baby! :wink: Hi guys! :happy: Being part of the "Preggo Platform" for the duration of my pregnancy, I wanted to start a thread to help motivate those that have had a baby or will soon and need that extra motivation to get back…
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Raspberry-Cream Cheese Muffins
Raspberry-Cream Cheese Muffins Ingredients 2/3 cup (5 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 large egg whites 1 large egg 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk 2…
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The Best Diet for Allergies and Hay Fever (WebMD)
The Best Diet for Allergies and Hay Fever Certain foods and drinks can make allergy symptoms worse – or better. By Debra Fulghum Bruce, PhD WebMD Feature Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD Imagine your doctor giving you this prescription for your nasal allergies or hay fever: “Eat some grapes and call me in the morning.”…
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Pictures worth a thousand words!! ;)
Wish I had a progression photo from Easter of last year, 2008..but I don't . Guess this shows plenty though!!:wink: Easter, 2007 (About 5 months before I started my new way of living) Easter, 2009 (4 1/2 months pregnant)
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Don't fear FAT!!
Hey guys!! I wanted to post this to possibly help those new to the weight-loss thing. So many of us get caught up in the "low-fat" idea and deprive ourselves. I used to make that mistake myself. The day I started to think about the term "essential fatty acids" is the day my life and my confidence in doing this forever…
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I DID IT!!!!!!
I reached my goal weight today!! :bigsmile: I am 135. ( a healthy, fit and strong 135 with an athletic resting heart rate now!):glasses: On September 6, 2007 I started at 270 lbs. And I have lost 135 lbs to REACH 135 lbs. So, I have lost myself!!!:noway: :noway: Just keep on, keepin on everyone!!! Treat your body right and…
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Butter Crunch Lemon-Cheese Bars (Cooking Light)
Butter Crunch Lemon-Cheese Bars A buttery, crunchy pastry crust forms the base for a tangy lemon filling. You can substitute fresh orange juice and grated orange rind for lemon, if you wish. These are best served chilled. Crust: 1/3 cup butter, softened 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground…
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Just an FYI Regarding Your Period and Weight Gain
I see this question come up quite often and thought I would help out. Maybe we can thumbtack this to help the people that join in the future. I know it can be a frustrating time for women. PMS causes bloat which in turn causes your weight to fluctuate, which is why a scale should only be used as a guideline during weight…
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Thai Basil Beef with Rice Noodles (Cooking Light)
Thai Basil Beef with Rice Noodles Use kitchen shears or a knife and fork to chop the noodles into smaller pieces, which will make them easier to toss with the curry-lime juice dressing. 8 cups water 1 pound flank steak, trimmed 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups (1 1/2-inch-long) slices fresh asparagus (about 1 pound) 4 ounces…
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Sweet and Sour Shrimp (Cooking Light)
Sweet and Sour Shrimp This Chinese favorite can be on your table in a flash using traditional sweet-and-sour ingredients. Add crunch, not fat, by coating shrimp and tofu with cornstarch, and then pan-fry. 1 (3 1/2-ounce) bag boil-in-bag rice 8 ounces firm light tofu 2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided 8 ounces peeled large…
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Spanish-Style Brined Pork Tenderloin (Cooking Light)
Spanish-Style Brined Pork Tenderloin Sherry vinegar and paprika give this pork a traditional Spanish flair. Adding vinegar at the end brightens the flavors of the dish. 3 1/2 cups water 1/4 cup kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal) 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup sherry vinegar 1 cup ice cubes 1 (1 1/2-pound) pork tenderloin,…
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Wasabi and Panko-Crusted Pork with Gingered Soy Sauce
From Cooking Light! Wasabi and Panko-Crusted Pork with Gingered Soy Sauce Panko are coarse white breadcrumbs used in this quick and easy interpretation of the Japanese dish tonkatsu. Look for panko and wasabi paste in the ethnic-foods section of the supermarket. Substitute chicken broth if you don't have sake or sherry on…
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White Wine Sauce (Cooking Light)
White Wine Sauce This classic sauce deserves a place in your repertoire. It takes everyday dishes up a notch with a touch of elegance and lots of flavor, yet very little effort. Pair it with a sautéed chicken breast, a tilapia filet, or a pork loin. It's also good on pasta. Cooking spray 1/3 cup finely chopped onion 1/2…
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Ranier Cherry Crumble (Cooking Light)
Rainier Cherry Crumble Rainier cherries are the very sweet offspring of sweet-tart Bing cherries. If you can't find Rainier cherries, you can substitute the Bing variety, but you'll likely need to add a little sugar to the filling to balance the tartness. Cooking spray 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons fresh lemon…
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Berry-Peach Cobbler with Sugared Almonds (Cooking Light)
I just saw this in my July issue of Cooking Light that arrived. It's on the front cover. Looks so good! No picture of it online yet though! :ohwell: Berry-Peach Cobbler with Sugared Almonds A delicious combination of blueberries, blackberries, and peaches yields a sweet, juicy dessert that's the epitome of summer. Filling:…
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Pan-Seared Scallops with Cilantro-Celery Mayo (Cooking Light
Pan-Seared Scallops with Cilantro-Celery Mayonnaise Scallops cook quickly. When done, they should feel soft and resilient to the touch. They should also flake easily when tested with a fork and appear moist inside. 1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise 2 tablespoons minced celery 2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro 1/4 teaspoon salt…
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Risotto with Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes and Basil (Coo
Risotto with Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, and Basil We liked the way sweet grape tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and luscious risotto combine in this recipe from Mary Alayne Long first published in December 2003. 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 4 1/2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive…
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Eggplant, Tomato and Smoked Mozzarella Tart (Cooking Light)
Eggplant, Tomato, and Smoked Mozzarella Tart Salting the eggplant draws out some of the bitter flavor and moisture. Less moisture in turn minimizes the amount of oil the eggplant will absorb. This dish has a crispy crackerlike crust, a nice contrast to the tender eggplant. Crust: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon…
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Broccoli Salad
This sounds a bit odd....but all the reviews on Cooking Light.Com are like 5 stars for this! Apparantly it is a HIT! Broccoli Salad Ingredients 4 cups small broccoli florets (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1 1/2 cups seedless green grapes, halved 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup raisins 1/4 cup salted sunflower seed kernels 1/3 cup light…
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Peanut Butter!
MMMMMMMMM!!! That's all!! :wink: :laugh:
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Metabolism Fact and Fiction
Metabolism Fact and Fiction - Prevention Magazine Learn the truth behind the folklore and use it to your weight loss advantage. Metabolism Fact and Fiction 1. Your body burns more calories digesting ice cold beverages and foods True. But before you give yourself an ice cream headache, there's more. "The small difference in…
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Detox Diets: Purging the Myths (WebMD)
Detox Diets: Purging the Myths 'Cleansing' diets may be worthless or even dangerous, experts warn. By Richard Sine WebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Molly Davis lives a healthy lifestyle, but she decided recently that she wanted to help her body "perform optimally." What she needed, she thought, was a flush of her…
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The Single Best Way to Lose Weight (WebMD)
:wink: Always good to see what we are doing on here is what is proven to work!! The Single Best Way to Lose Weight WebMD Feature from "Good Housekeeping" Magazine By Kate Torgovnick Good Housekeeping Magazine Logo It's scientifically proven: The key isn't just what you eat, it's what you write. If you're anything like me,…
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9 Ways to Take Your Diet On Vacation (WebMD)
9 Ways to Take Your Diet on Vacation Food and travel don't have to add up to diet disaster. By Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Expert Column When you take a trip, does your diet go on vacation, too? Many people use vacations as an excuse to live it up by eating rich foods they don't normally eat, or eating supersize restaurant…
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Polenta-Blueberry Cakes (Cooking Light)
Polenta-Blueberry Cakes If you're using frozen blueberries, there's no need to thaw before folding them into the batter. 1 cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 large egg 2 teaspoons…
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Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing (Cooking Light)
Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing 3 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise 2 tablespoons fat-free milk 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 (10-ounce) bag romaine lettuce 1 cup sliced strawberries 2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl,…
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Canyon Ranch Scallops (Self online)
Canyon Ranch Scallops From the June 2003 Issue Round out your dinner: Add 1/2 cup cooked wild rice, 1/2 cup steamed spinach; 3/4 cup cream of carrot soup. Serves 4 INGREDIENTS * 1/4 cup olive oil * 1/4 cup grated lemon zest * 1 teaspoon honey * 1/2 teaspoon fresh lime juice * Half a ripe papaya, peeled and diced * 1 1/2…
