veges
So I am not the biggest fan of vegetables, which makes the prospect of eating a plant based diet difficult. Veges have to be cooked properly and flavored properly for me to enjoy eating them (see previous article on Brussels sprouts). So this week is my first attempt of going sans meat.
Last night I made vege fajitas, and not only were they tasty they were very satisfying.
Easy Fajitas (Veges only)
1 yellow onion half chopped, half julienned
2-3 pepito peppers, chopped
3/4 cup of mushrooms
6-7 stalks of asparagus cut into 1 and 1/2 inch pieces
5-6 baby carrots chopped
1 fajita packet
In a large sauté pan heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil add onions and let them cook until transparent. Add the rest of the vegetables. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the colors on the veges look more vibrant. Add 1/4 cup of water and then your favorite fajita mix, stir until combined and all veges are evenly coated. Cook for and additional 3 minutes.
I served mine with a sprinkle of shredded low fat cheese, a spoonful of salsa and 1/4 of avocado.
The above recipe made enough for 2 for dinner, and leftovers for one.
Fiesta time?
Friday, May 31, 2013
Thursday, May 30, 2013
workout warrior is back
workout warrior is back
Today was day one of the new 12 week challenge. This one focusing on leaning out, which is perfect timing for my new lean eating diet.
Instead of my normal lunch, or rather the same go tos I have for lunch today I tried my hand at an avocado salad. It was so good and fresh, and I didn't leave hungry.
Avocado Salad (one portion)
1/2 avocado chopped
5-6 grape tomatoes (leave them hole)
1/2 teaspoon caper berries
drizzle olive oil
drizzle rice vinegar
add kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
Quick Tip: When using avocados you can keep them from going bad by saving the side of the avocado with the pit in it. The pit will naturally keep the avocado from going brown. Same for when you make guacamole, just place the pits in the leftover guac and you will keep it from going brown prematurely.
Enjoy!
Today was day one of the new 12 week challenge. This one focusing on leaning out, which is perfect timing for my new lean eating diet.
Instead of my normal lunch, or rather the same go tos I have for lunch today I tried my hand at an avocado salad. It was so good and fresh, and I didn't leave hungry.
Avocado Salad (one portion)
1/2 avocado chopped
5-6 grape tomatoes (leave them hole)
1/2 teaspoon caper berries
drizzle olive oil
drizzle rice vinegar
add kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
Quick Tip: When using avocados you can keep them from going bad by saving the side of the avocado with the pit in it. The pit will naturally keep the avocado from going brown. Same for when you make guacamole, just place the pits in the leftover guac and you will keep it from going brown prematurely.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
the man makes a good point
the man makes a good point...
As previously mentioned I am reading http://www.amazon.com/The-China-Study-Comprehensive-Implications/dp/1932100660 which advocates for a plant based, non processed food diet. I'm only 30% of the way through the book, but I must say the man makes his point.
Food, specifically bad food has a direct impact on the diseases/conditions you will get as you age. Many of these conditions make you susceptible for more dire circumstances. The book talks about fad diets and the ability sustain limited calories and cutting out specific foods. 30% of the way through the book and I am ready to make a change...the question now is what to eat?
This week is my first attempt at cooking a plant based, non processed food diet at home.
First up is vegetable fajitas...stayed tuned for new recipes all this week!
As previously mentioned I am reading http://www.amazon.com/The-China-Study-Comprehensive-Implications/dp/1932100660 which advocates for a plant based, non processed food diet. I'm only 30% of the way through the book, but I must say the man makes his point.
Food, specifically bad food has a direct impact on the diseases/conditions you will get as you age. Many of these conditions make you susceptible for more dire circumstances. The book talks about fad diets and the ability sustain limited calories and cutting out specific foods. 30% of the way through the book and I am ready to make a change...the question now is what to eat?
This week is my first attempt at cooking a plant based, non processed food diet at home.
First up is vegetable fajitas...stayed tuned for new recipes all this week!
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
for better or for worse
for better or for worse...
This last week has been my week to recuperate from the hectic schedule I keep. I have not worked out at all, and I have allowed myself indulgences that I do not typically get to have.
The results are staggering...while I have enjoyed myself, the physical results speak for themselves. You can see a change for the worse, in my tone and my weight, in the way my clothes fit...Its amazing after a year spent of limiting this behavior and working to improve how quickly the results of the hard work can disappear.
The lesson is a good one...back sliding into old behaviors is easy, the food and the workouts are equally important...and I am not training for the short run, I'm training for my life.
So for better or for worse, I know I cannot repeat this type of indulgence...
This last week has been my week to recuperate from the hectic schedule I keep. I have not worked out at all, and I have allowed myself indulgences that I do not typically get to have.
The results are staggering...while I have enjoyed myself, the physical results speak for themselves. You can see a change for the worse, in my tone and my weight, in the way my clothes fit...Its amazing after a year spent of limiting this behavior and working to improve how quickly the results of the hard work can disappear.
The lesson is a good one...back sliding into old behaviors is easy, the food and the workouts are equally important...and I am not training for the short run, I'm training for my life.
So for better or for worse, I know I cannot repeat this type of indulgence...
Friday, May 24, 2013
whipped cream
whipped cream
Lets let TFG girl have a moment to talk about whipped cream. Whipped cream is the easiest, most versatile culinary delight. It takes only minutes to make, and can last for a 5 days in your refrigerator. Its richer and creamier than anything you can buy, or spray out of a bottle or worse yet stir from the frozen foods section. Please do yourself and TFG a favor and make honest to goodness whipped cream, and savor the difference on your sundae, piece of pie, or in your hot chocolate.
Whipped Cream
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
Whip on high with whisk until stiff peak (when you lift whisk out of the whipped cream and turn upside down the point the whipped cream makes stays up right instead of curling over)
Best to place in a glass bowl and cover with saran wrap and then refrigerate.
Lets let TFG girl have a moment to talk about whipped cream. Whipped cream is the easiest, most versatile culinary delight. It takes only minutes to make, and can last for a 5 days in your refrigerator. Its richer and creamier than anything you can buy, or spray out of a bottle or worse yet stir from the frozen foods section. Please do yourself and TFG a favor and make honest to goodness whipped cream, and savor the difference on your sundae, piece of pie, or in your hot chocolate.
Whipped Cream
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
Whip on high with whisk until stiff peak (when you lift whisk out of the whipped cream and turn upside down the point the whipped cream makes stays up right instead of curling over)
Best to place in a glass bowl and cover with saran wrap and then refrigerate.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
food
food
As you might have realized by now I LOVE food. Since loosing weight, people have asked how I have done it. When I say that I cut out carbs and sugar the response is overwhelmingly "oh I could never give up bread, sugar etc.." I know this not because I hear it all the time, but because I said the very same thing when faced with a decision on making a change so I could lose weight.
One year ago, right about now I went to my doctor, and asked why I couldn't loose weight. I thought I was eating healthfully and going for runs regularly. He had me keep a food journal for the week and the outcome was to give up the carbs and the sugar. It was simple he said, give them up and lose weight (10 to 15lbs) or keep eating as I liked and always be 10-15lbs heavier than I wanted to be...to me the choice was easy.
I have recently heard about and started reading a book called http://www.amazon.com/The-China-Study-Comprehensive-Implications/dp/1932100660. The China Study suggests that it might be healthier to go to a plant based diet...and my immediate thought was "oh I could never go without a hamburger"....so maybe this diet is on to something?
I guess we shall see in posts to come...
As you might have realized by now I LOVE food. Since loosing weight, people have asked how I have done it. When I say that I cut out carbs and sugar the response is overwhelmingly "oh I could never give up bread, sugar etc.." I know this not because I hear it all the time, but because I said the very same thing when faced with a decision on making a change so I could lose weight.
One year ago, right about now I went to my doctor, and asked why I couldn't loose weight. I thought I was eating healthfully and going for runs regularly. He had me keep a food journal for the week and the outcome was to give up the carbs and the sugar. It was simple he said, give them up and lose weight (10 to 15lbs) or keep eating as I liked and always be 10-15lbs heavier than I wanted to be...to me the choice was easy.
I have recently heard about and started reading a book called http://www.amazon.com/The-China-Study-Comprehensive-Implications/dp/1932100660. The China Study suggests that it might be healthier to go to a plant based diet...and my immediate thought was "oh I could never go without a hamburger"....so maybe this diet is on to something?
I guess we shall see in posts to come...
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
my mantra
my mantra
On days when it would be easy to give in to eating tempting treats, or to skip the gym. I go to my mantra "nothing tastes as good as being fit feels." More than the goodness of feeling good and being in shape, to me if feels awful to be uncomfortable in my own skin, uncomfortable in my own clothes, unhappy with the image I see of myself.
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