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Saturday, October 22, 2011
A Whole Month?!?!
I can't believe I've let an entire month slip away without blogging.
Here it goes.
Jereld had his elk hunt at the end of September and got a very nice bull! My freezer is STOCKED with meat. Good thing I like elk meat! Very lean, and (I think) it makes excellent hamburgers actually. Check out his elk (after he had skinned it.) The skull and antlers is currently being bleached to go on our living room wall. It should look pretty cool when it's finished!
This picture is of Jereld, his brother (Ammon), and his dad loading his dad's bull in the trailer. They all got drawn, and they all got bulls.
While Daddy (Jereld), was hunting, Beau and I went to my mom's house. We had lots of fun. Beau loves Grandma and Grandpa Payne and had tons of fun. I canned peaches with my mom. Let's just say that I didn't want to see any more peaches for a VERY LONG TIME! The peaches are delicious though!
While there, I took Beau's 8 month pictures. Look at how cute he is! I might be biased though.
Update on my progress: I have gotten down to a size 4 jeans (American Eagle Favorite Boyfriend jeans...of course). I weigh less than I ever weighed in high school. In fact, I probably haven't weighed what I weigh now since 6th grade or Jr. High.
The good news is that I'm done with my weight loss journey.
The bad news is that, for me, maintaining is harder than losing. I tend to rationalize more. But, I'm still hanging in there!
Here it goes.
Jereld had his elk hunt at the end of September and got a very nice bull! My freezer is STOCKED with meat. Good thing I like elk meat! Very lean, and (I think) it makes excellent hamburgers actually. Check out his elk (after he had skinned it.) The skull and antlers is currently being bleached to go on our living room wall. It should look pretty cool when it's finished!
While Daddy (Jereld), was hunting, Beau and I went to my mom's house. We had lots of fun. Beau loves Grandma and Grandpa Payne and had tons of fun. I canned peaches with my mom. Let's just say that I didn't want to see any more peaches for a VERY LONG TIME! The peaches are delicious though!
While there, I took Beau's 8 month pictures. Look at how cute he is! I might be biased though.
Update on my progress: I have gotten down to a size 4 jeans (American Eagle Favorite Boyfriend jeans...of course). I weigh less than I ever weighed in high school. In fact, I probably haven't weighed what I weigh now since 6th grade or Jr. High.
The good news is that I'm done with my weight loss journey.
The bad news is that, for me, maintaining is harder than losing. I tend to rationalize more. But, I'm still hanging in there!
Thursday, September 15, 2011
My favorite eats (post #2)
Ok. I realized that I wasn't very specific about dinners. So, here goes a few ideas.
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup (with homemade wheat noodles--I wish Jereld let me add more wheat flour...hint, hint).
Tostadas--I buy regular corn tortillas, but then I bake them at 400 degrees F for about 10-15 minutes or until they are crisp. NO OIL involved. Then, I top with No Fat refried beans (usually Rosarita brand). A little cheese. Lettuce. Tomato.
-------The yummiest thing to add though is potato. You may think I've gone crazy, but if you peel and dice some potatoes. You lightly spray a non-stick frying pan with cooking spray and then cook them over medium heat until tender with a little garlic salt. After they are tender. Sprinkle with the green can of El Pato. Just a little...wouldn't want them to be too spicy. They are MOST EXCELLENT added to the tostada toppings.
Pizza---I know you think I'm crazy again, but if you just eat 1 piece (but don't make it if you don't have will power)...you're not going to break the diet. This is homemade pizza of course. Here's a link to the pizza I make. http://www.ourbestbites.com/2008/06/cooking-class-pizza-101/
I LOVE alfredo sauce, but it's TERRIBLE for you! This one's a little better and a nice treat sometimes. http://www.ourbestbites.com/2008/08/guiltless-alfredo-sauce/
Crash Hot Potatoes: http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2008/06/crash-hot-potatoes/ Make sure you don't do too much olive oil. I love when I marinate some lean cuts of meat (beef or pork or even chicken) and Jereld grills them...and then we eat it with this.
Chili Beans: I change my recipe every time. There's no real set recipe for us, but I'll tell you what I did last time. 1 C. Pinto Beans. 1/4 C. Pearl Barley (from the bins at Sprouts). 1 tsp. minced garlic. 2 diced potatoes (yep! I added potato because I'm using up what I have). 1 Tbsp. Chili Powder. 1 lb. Ground Beef (make sure it's SUPER LEAN). 1 Tbsp. Taco Seasoning. Salt & Pepper to taste.
--Sort and rinse your beans (wouldn't want to eat a rock). Add beans, barley, and garlic to crockpot. Turn crockpot to high for 2 hours. Return and add potatoes. Leave for a couple more hours. Return and add chili powder. Leave for a couple more hours or until all ingredients are tender. Brown ground beef. Once browned, sprinkle with taco seasoning. Add ground beef to crockpot and turn to low for an hour or more. Season with more salt and pepper if necessary. ENJOY!
SUBWAY...ok...I don't make this for dinner, but when I want to eat out it's my go-to. I usually get the Black Forest Ham and Turkey on Honey Wheat. I always get the Honey Mustard too.
PANDA EXPRESS--Broccoli Beef. Check out the nutrition info online. It's not too bad for eating out!
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup (with homemade wheat noodles--I wish Jereld let me add more wheat flour...hint, hint).
Tostadas--I buy regular corn tortillas, but then I bake them at 400 degrees F for about 10-15 minutes or until they are crisp. NO OIL involved. Then, I top with No Fat refried beans (usually Rosarita brand). A little cheese. Lettuce. Tomato.
-------The yummiest thing to add though is potato. You may think I've gone crazy, but if you peel and dice some potatoes. You lightly spray a non-stick frying pan with cooking spray and then cook them over medium heat until tender with a little garlic salt. After they are tender. Sprinkle with the green can of El Pato. Just a little...wouldn't want them to be too spicy. They are MOST EXCELLENT added to the tostada toppings.
Pizza---I know you think I'm crazy again, but if you just eat 1 piece (but don't make it if you don't have will power)...you're not going to break the diet. This is homemade pizza of course. Here's a link to the pizza I make. http://www.ourbestbites.com/2008/06/cooking-class-pizza-101/
I LOVE alfredo sauce, but it's TERRIBLE for you! This one's a little better and a nice treat sometimes. http://www.ourbestbites.com/2008/08/guiltless-alfredo-sauce/
Crash Hot Potatoes: http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2008/06/crash-hot-potatoes/ Make sure you don't do too much olive oil. I love when I marinate some lean cuts of meat (beef or pork or even chicken) and Jereld grills them...and then we eat it with this.
Chili Beans: I change my recipe every time. There's no real set recipe for us, but I'll tell you what I did last time. 1 C. Pinto Beans. 1/4 C. Pearl Barley (from the bins at Sprouts). 1 tsp. minced garlic. 2 diced potatoes (yep! I added potato because I'm using up what I have). 1 Tbsp. Chili Powder. 1 lb. Ground Beef (make sure it's SUPER LEAN). 1 Tbsp. Taco Seasoning. Salt & Pepper to taste.
--Sort and rinse your beans (wouldn't want to eat a rock). Add beans, barley, and garlic to crockpot. Turn crockpot to high for 2 hours. Return and add potatoes. Leave for a couple more hours. Return and add chili powder. Leave for a couple more hours or until all ingredients are tender. Brown ground beef. Once browned, sprinkle with taco seasoning. Add ground beef to crockpot and turn to low for an hour or more. Season with more salt and pepper if necessary. ENJOY!
SUBWAY...ok...I don't make this for dinner, but when I want to eat out it's my go-to. I usually get the Black Forest Ham and Turkey on Honey Wheat. I always get the Honey Mustard too.
PANDA EXPRESS--Broccoli Beef. Check out the nutrition info online. It's not too bad for eating out!
My favorite eats (at the moment)
To start: I would like to mention that I am doing this because I have been asked by a couple people what I eat to lose weight...and I've been too lazy to do a post like this. Also, I am doing much better at handling milk since Beau was born. The Dr. thinks that it most likely has to do with the fact that having a baby can change your body (chuckle...really?!?!?!? could that be why I'm dieting in the first place? lol)
Low Fat Cheese Crisp:
Laughing Cow Light Creamy Swiss (I purchase at Costco..it's cheaper) + Low Fat Cheese (I use a soy cheese called Veggie Slices from Sprouts but you can find them at Fry's too) + Flat out Multi-Grain wrap (also purchased at costco)--Microwave for 35 seconds. Eat with your choice of salsa
Sprouts has a yummy granola called Hemp Plus Granola...super yummy with Silk original Pure Almond Milk...if your state doesn't have Sprouts I'm sorry :(
I also love Trader Joe's High Fiber Fruit & Nut Multigrain Medley also eaten with Almond Milk (which I buy at Costco). If you're state doesn't have Trader Joe's...I'm sorry :(
I'm a peanut butter fan....this stuff saves me all the time! Better'n Peanut Butter can be purchased at Sprouts or Whole Foods. There's also a chocolate and low sodium version. I have only tried this one, but the chocolate is sitting on my shelf waiting for my first jar to be gone.
What do I use this for? I spread a little on a banana as a yummy treat. Or, I also make PB&Js using flat out wraps and a little bit of jam. YUM!
The next gem on my list is Mini Babybel Light. If you like string cheese, these are a go! I don't buy them for anyone but me, because string cheese is still cheaper, but if you buy them at Costco, the price is a little better.
Fiber One 90 Calorie Brownies definitely make my list of things I have on hand. I don't eat these every day, but when I need a treat, they don't disappoint. They aren't as yummy as homemade brownies, or Little Debbies, but they won't bust your diet either.
Skinny Cow ice cream. Every type I've tried has been delicious. I think my favorite so far is their drumstick type cone with caramel. Doesn't sound like diet food I know.
Last, but certainly not least is:
skinnytaste.com LOVE LOVE LOVE that site. I have gotten so many recipe ideas, and she already has the nutrition info calculated for you! Who could ask for more?
Low Fat Cheese Crisp:
Laughing Cow Light Creamy Swiss (I purchase at Costco..it's cheaper) + Low Fat Cheese (I use a soy cheese called Veggie Slices from Sprouts but you can find them at Fry's too) + Flat out Multi-Grain wrap (also purchased at costco)--Microwave for 35 seconds. Eat with your choice of salsa
Sprouts has a yummy granola called Hemp Plus Granola...super yummy with Silk original Pure Almond Milk...if your state doesn't have Sprouts I'm sorry :(
I also love Trader Joe's High Fiber Fruit & Nut Multigrain Medley also eaten with Almond Milk (which I buy at Costco). If you're state doesn't have Trader Joe's...I'm sorry :(
I'm a peanut butter fan....this stuff saves me all the time! Better'n Peanut Butter can be purchased at Sprouts or Whole Foods. There's also a chocolate and low sodium version. I have only tried this one, but the chocolate is sitting on my shelf waiting for my first jar to be gone.
What do I use this for? I spread a little on a banana as a yummy treat. Or, I also make PB&Js using flat out wraps and a little bit of jam. YUM!
The next gem on my list is Mini Babybel Light. If you like string cheese, these are a go! I don't buy them for anyone but me, because string cheese is still cheaper, but if you buy them at Costco, the price is a little better.
Fiber One 90 Calorie Brownies definitely make my list of things I have on hand. I don't eat these every day, but when I need a treat, they don't disappoint. They aren't as yummy as homemade brownies, or Little Debbies, but they won't bust your diet either.
Skinny Cow ice cream. Every type I've tried has been delicious. I think my favorite so far is their drumstick type cone with caramel. Doesn't sound like diet food I know.
Last, but certainly not least is:
skinnytaste.com LOVE LOVE LOVE that site. I have gotten so many recipe ideas, and she already has the nutrition info calculated for you! Who could ask for more?
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