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Muscles are only for men!
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Parmesan Spinach Balls
Found this on Pinterest and they are delicious! Ingredients 2 (10 oz.) packages frozen spinach, thawed & well-drained 2 small onions, very finely chopped (I use a food processor) 2 1/4 c. stuffing with herbs (I use Pepperidge Farm) 6 eggs, beaten 1/2 c. melted butter 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, shaved 2 tsp. garlic salt 1 tsp.…
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Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken
Minutes to Prepare: 5 Minutes to Cook: 480 Number of Servings: 8 Ingredients 2 pounds (32 ounces) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 1 cup salsa, homemade or purchased 1 cup petite diced canned tomatoes (choose low-sodium) 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning 1 cup onions, diced fine 1/2 cup celery diced fine 1/2 cup carrots,…
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4 ingredient pumpkin frozen yogurt
Homemade Pumpkin Frozen Yogurt 1 cup vanilla yogurt, strained 1 cup pumpkin puree 1 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Mix everything together in a large mixing bowl until completely combined. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker for a few minutes until it is a smooth, cool consistency.…
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Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
Original recipe makes 2 servings 1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats 3/4 cup milk, or as needed 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar Directions Mix together oats and milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring once. Add more milk or oats to achieve…
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Lasagna Soup
Servings: 8 cups Prep Time: 5 min Cook Time: 1 hr Difficulty: Easy 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 pound Italian turkey sausage, casings removed 1 onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (32-ounce) container chicken broth 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes 1/2…
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Lasagna Cupcakes
Ingredients 24 won ton wrappers 3 cup marinara sauce 1 1/2 lb. ground beef 6 oz. parmesan cheese 8 oz. ricotta cheese 12 oz. mozzarella cheese Basil leaves 1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Put the ground beef and marinara sauce into a deep pan and cook on stove until brown. You may add garlic salt, pepper…
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Before and Afters...
Does anyone have any before and afters to post?
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What are your favorite healthy recipes?
Parmesan Spinach Balls Ingredients 2 (10 oz.) packages frozen spinach, thawed & well-drained 2 small onions, very finely chopped (I use a food processor) 2 1/4 c. stuffing with herbs (I use Pepperidge Farm) 6 eggs, beaten 1/2 c. melted butter 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, shaved 2 tsp. garlic salt 1 tsp. black pepper…
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67 calorie Skinny Pumpkin Frappuccino
Ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups (12 oz) cold coffee 1 and 1/4 cups (10 oz) unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or any milk) 1/4 cup (57 grams) pumpkin puree 3 Tablespoons pure maple syrup (or equal amount of honey, agave, or 4 packets stevia or other sweetener) 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon* 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves* 1/4 teaspoon…
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I will post a funny status a day here
To keep me accountable at logging in. I'm already at a 27 day streak and can't wait to hit 90! Here are some of my status' so far: ~ Today was a really bad day. First, my ex got run over by a bus. Then I lost my job as a bus driver. ~ Today I bought cupcakes without sprinkles. Diets are hard! ~ I got gas today for $1.19!…
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Brio Tuscan Harvest Salad
4 oz grilled chicken, thinly sliced 2 oz Apple wood Bacon, diced 1/4 inch 1 oz ladle Tuscan Italian Dressing 2 1/2 oz Spring Mix Lettuce Mix 1 1/2 oz Spinach 2 Tbsp Spicy Pecans 2 Tbsp Gorgonzola 8 pieces Red Delicious Apple, 1/4 inch slices 2 oz Cremini Mushrooms, sliced 2 oz ladle Tuscan Italian Dressing 1/2 oz Crispy…
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French Toast Smoothie
This dreamy smoothie really tastes just like french toast. It has that perfect eggy, maple syrup, and sweet vanilla flavor that you find only in french toast. Ingredients- 1 serving 1 cup soy milk 1/4 avocado, frozen and chopped 1/2 Tbsp. nutritional yeast, large flake 1 1/2 Tbsp. maple syrup 1/2 tsp. ground flax seed (or…
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Strawberry Mango Breakfast Smoothie
Ingredients: 2 large bananas, previously peeled, sliced, and frozen 1 cup frozen mango chunks 1/4 cup orange juice 6 large strawberries, sliced 1/4 cup strawberry Greek yogurt* 1/4 cup milk* your favorite granola Directions: Blend 1 banana, the mango, and orange juice together until smooth. Add more orange juice if it is…
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Creamy Broccoli Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken
For Pesto: Ingredients: 2 cups (about 7 ounces) steamed broccoli florets, cooled to at least room temperature 1-1/2 cups “16 large basil leaves (about 1/3 cup packed) 4 medium cloves garlic, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons all-natural, freshly grated parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons all-natural low-sodium vegetable broth 2…
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Choc Chip Cookie Dough Frozen Yogurt- 197cal 6g fat
Ingredients 3/4 cups spelt or whole wheat flour pinch sea salt 1/3 cup softened unsalted butter 1/2 cup organic sugar 1/4 cup honey (cookie dough) + 1/2 cup honey (ice cream) 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extrace 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, 70% cocoa or greater 1 package (1/4 oz) unflavoured gelatin powder 1 can (13 oz/354 mL)…
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Funny or Embarrassing NSV?
Has anyone had one, but it still made you smile because it's a NSV? I once flew off the treadmill at the gym (of course, at a very busy time) but I got back on and finished, even ran at a 6.0 for 3 min. Might be small, but it was a NSV for me. Share yours.
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Wheat Thins "Sandwhich"
plus a slice of lunchmeat turkey plus and a fruit salad on the side = YUM! P.S. As soon as I posted it, I saw the sandwich typo... When will MFP come out with an edit button for the header? :explode:
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Bisquick-Battered Fruit Ring Pancakes
12 apple, pear and/or pineapple rings (fresh or canned)* 1 cup Original Bisquick® mix 1 egg 1/2 cup milk Directions 1 Heat 10- to 12-inch skillet over medium heat. 2 In large bowl, beat Bisquick mix, egg and milk with whisk until well blended. 3 Dip fruit rings one at a time into batter; place in hot skillet. 4 Cook until…
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Frozen Yogurt
Ingredients ½ cups Unsalted Butter, Softened ½ cups Packed Dark Brown Sugar ¼ cups Granulated Sugar 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract 1 cup All-purpose Flour ¼ teaspoons Baking Soda ¼ teaspoons Salt ¾ cups Mini Chocolate Chips Or Chunks 1 cup Vanilla Yogurt Instructions In a mixing bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter and both…
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Anyone in or near Jacksonville, FL?
Would be nice to have some MFP friends close by :) I am 30 yrs old and have log in daily. I like and comment often and would like friends who do the same I currently weigh 198 and am looking to get down to around 130.
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Bad Prom Pics
Share one. I'll start. Bonus points for mullets and camo.
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Cool cooking tips I learned from Pinterest
Add any tips you'd like to share! This trick of putting a paper towel in with your salad lettuce will keep it fresh all week long. Bacteria is what causes cottage cheese and sour cream to go bad. If you store them UPSIDE DOWN it creates a vacuum in the container which stifles the growth of bacteria and they last much…
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It was 60 degrees and cold today.
I know... wah wah... What is the coldest it's been where you live and where do you live? I think the coldest I remember was 20 degrees. At 50 degrees, I break out the gloves and 2nd pair of socks so imagine me at 20! Luckily, our "winters" are only a few weeks and most of the year is pretty darn warm!
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Sweet Potato Pomegranate Salad
Yield: Serves 6 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Sweet potato and pomegranate salad with feta cheese, pepitas, and a light pomegranate dressing. This salad is great as a side dish for any fall or holiday meal! Ingredients: 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1…
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Hot Cocoa Souffle
5 eggs 4 teaspoons plus 3/4 cup sugar, divided 1/2 cup baking cocoa 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1-1/2 cups fat-free milk 2 tablespoons butter 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Directions Separate eggs; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat a 2-qt. souffle dish with cooking spray and lightly…
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McDonald's Fruit and Maple Oatmeal Knock-off
Ingredients: 1/2 cup rolled oats 1 cup water 1 tbsp. raisins 1 tbsp. golden raisins 1 tbsp. dried cranberries 1 tbsp. brown sugar 2 tbsp. half and half, cream or milk 1/4 apple Place oats, dried fruit, sugar and cream in jar and cover with one cup of water. Screw on the lid and shake to mix. If you’re using a bowl, stir it…
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Pizza Dip
Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed 1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce 1 package (8 ounces) sliced pepperoni, chopped 1 can (3.8 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Bagel chips or garlic toast Directions Place cream cheese in a 3-qt. slow cooker.…
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Any 5'4'' ladies who WERE over 200 pounds...
but are now under 150? Share your success pics!
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Honey Roasted Butterscotch White Chocolate Peanut Butter
Can you believe this takes 10 minutes to make? INGREDIENTS: 16 ounces honey roasted peanuts (or your favorite type of peanut) 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 to 1 1/2 cups butterscotch chips 1 to 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips pinch of salt, optional and to taste DIRECTIONS: Add peanuts to the canister of a food…
