Mini Menu Plans are great for busy weeks. Instead of the full menu with 6 nights of meals, this menu provides 3 nights. I love these for weeks I’m going out of town or I double the portions for a “cook once, eat twice” kind of week. Provides easy to follow recipes for lean meat and veggie dinners. … Continue reading “Mini Meal Plans”
Pork Chops with Sweet Apples Bariatric friendly pork chop recipe with warm Fall flavors using apple and thyme Pork chops and sweet apples just seems to go together. When I first heard about a recipe of pork chops and apples, I was intrigued and maybe confused. A dietitian I worked with swore I needed … Continue reading “Pork Chops with Sweet Apples – WLS Recipes”
While we were on a recent visit to my parent’s house, my mom mentioned her pantry needed help. She never knows what to keep on hand and feels like she can never “whip up” anything quickly. She asked if I could come up with a list of things I would recommend to keep on hand … Continue reading “Top 10 Pantry Essentials”
Let’s take a “virtual” tour on the best protein shakes around. When it comes to protein shakes, there are some key factors we all want to know about: What protein powder won’t cost me half of my paycheck?? Which one won’t make me feel like I’m drinking funky tasting chalk powder? What’s the best for … Continue reading “What Protein Shakes Taste Best?”
Pic Above- Hiking with my BFF! Friendships are powerful. For the better and for the worse, our friends can define us. This holds incredibly true in health, weight and food choices. When I was young and went to WeightWatchers as a high schooler, I went with my closest friend. And giggled every time we left and … Continue reading “The Power of a Weight-Loss Partner”
Blueberry, Feta and Pepita Side Salad Depending on where you are reading this, you may be getting a peak into nice weather just as we are! I can’t help but let my mind wander to summer barbecues when a Sunday afternoon brings a touch of sunny glow. Stuffed hamburgers on the grill, roasted veggies, … Continue reading “Blueberry, Feta and Pepita Side Salad”
