Losing weight for Mickey

[SharpMomOfTwo]

I say go to foodnetwork.com. Ellie Kreeger (SP?) has a pretty good show on there thats for low fat foods. Also, for the low carbers, there was a show on there called Low Carb & Lovin It. Its not running any more, but I think you can still get the recipies online. Heres one that I'm going to make soon:


"Mock" Garlic Mashed Potatoes

1 medium head cauliflower
1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon straight chicken base or bullion (may substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt)
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh or dry chives, for garnish
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Set a stockpot of water to boil over high heat.
Clean and cut cauliflower into small pieces. Cook in boiling water for about 6 minutes, or until well done. Drain well; do not let cool and pat cooked cauliflower very dry between several layers of paper towels.

In a bowl with an immersion blender, or in a food processor, puree the hot cauliflower with the cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, chicken base, and pepper until almost smooth.
Garnish with chives, and serve hot with pats of butter.

Hint: Try roasting the garlic and adding a little fresh rosemary for a whole new taste.


Nutrition Information: Yields 4 servings
Nutritional Analysis per serving Calories 153
Fat 12 grams Saturated Fat 7 grams
Carbohydrates 8 grams Fiber 4 grams
Net Carbohydrates 4 grams


I've had something like this once while I was at a restaurant and it was pretty good. Can't wait to try it at home!

 

[Cinderella728]

Name: Alisa
Age: 27
Location: Philly, Pa
Type of diet: South Beach
Excercise: Walking
Start date of diet: 1/1/08
Goal: 160
Weight at start of diet: 204.4
Weight loss to date: 8.5 (196.0)

my ultimate goal is to get to the 150 range, but we are leaving for Disney in August so I am hoping to be in the 160 range by then and then keep working to get to my ultimate goal.

SO excited to have team members for support

 

[disneymomof1]

I just started yesterday and it's worse than I thought. I had to go buy a new scale, haven't had one for years. When I joined in I listed my weight at 265, but GASP it is 281 !!! I can't believe it, I just listed my weight from when I was at the doctor last which was July, I can't believe I am fifteen pounds heavier than I thought. It truly is an inspiration, because I have never ever been this heavy, NO WONDER MY BONES AND JOINTS ACHE. I am committed to losing weight now more than ever. I am 5'10" so I am tall, but with that weight I should be 10 feet tall. So I will report my weight loss next Monday. Our weather here is beautiful so tonight I will take a nice looooong walk. Good luck everyone, have a great day.

 

[samanthacatangel]

Hello, I would love to do this too!(And Sarah said it was OK, lol)

Ugh, I just don't want to post this...

Name: Samantha
Age: 39
Location: Staten Island, NY
Type of diet: healthy eating/portion control
Excercise: Walking/Jogging (right now more walk than jog) 2 miles per day / Resistance Training
Start date of diet: 1/2/08
Goal: 150
Weight at start of diet: 208.5
Weight loss to date: 2.0


I am on synthroid, so weight loss is always a little slow. I really have a goal of getting into a size 8/10 rather than the # on the scale. Currently, I am a 14/16. But, I did get to walk outside today - over 60 degrees in NYC!


We are going to DL in Feb and it is my first trip to California! My goal for this trip is to have walked every day prior for a minimum of 2 miles.

Next for my 40th birthday, I am off to WDW in April - and I want to be at least a size 12 for that trip.

Who knows, if I hit my goal before the end of the year, maybe I will reward myself with WDW for next Christmas!

Good luck ladies!

Samantha

 

[SilverMickey]

Oh my I don't want to post this either... how ever it may keep me on this diet.

Name: Donna
Age: 43
Location: NH
Type of diet: Scarsdale
Excercise: Walking/want to get up to 5 miles a day before my april 2008 trip
Start date of diet: 1/6/08
Goal: 150
cw 225.5/sw 228.5/ltd 3.0 (current weight/start weight/loss to date)

I have a giant battle with a thyroid that failed but I'm gonna kick it in
the $#%*@ this time!

 

[MWatson]

F
29
Weight Started: 179
Weight Today: 178.8
Weight Goal: 135

We are going to WDW in Oct. and I want to look good. Better than I did back in 2004 when we went to WDW. This will be mine and my husbands 3rd trip, our oldest son's 2nd and our two little one's 1st. So this will be a very good trip to remember.

I started walking a mile a day yesterday and I am going to do some light weight training. I hope I can stick to this. It was verrrrry cold when I walked today. Tomorrow is a little bit warmer. I am trying to stay dedicated.

 

[fortheluvofpooh]

I so need to get a scale. Sorry Sara, I can't report in if I have no scale. UGH. But money is so tight right now. Paying off Christmas. I will get a scale someday. But for now I am just guestimating and saying how I feel. I feel about 215, so I am listing that as my start weight. Size 16 jeans need to go in the trash as soon as I shrink my butt out of them.
Lori

 

[ChrisMouse]

Any struggles or temptations?

I had a REALLY hard day yesterday, but am going strong today.

Just thought I'd send a hug out there for any of you who are struggling today.

We can do this!!

Chris

 

[GoofySon'sMom]

Any struggles or temptations?

I had a REALLY hard day yesterday, but am going strong today.

Chris

Today has definitely been a bit harder than the previous days. Course I only started on Saturday so this is only the 4th day!

I am sticking to the food I brought with me to work today though and resisting the urge to go to the deli or pizza place around the corner!

 

[ChrisMouse]

You're doing great! I'm so glad I don't have a deli or pizza place around the corner. That would be so hard!

I'm working on remembering my favorite quote from WW: "nothing tastes as good as being healthy feels"

Maybe that will help keep you out of the pizza place (at least for a few minutes )

My husband is a pizza addict. The main reason I'm feeling so good about my weight loss chances "this time around" is that he is finally joining me in my efforts. He used to drive me crazy eating pizza in front of me while I tried to eat a salad.

Having only healthy food in the house makes SUCH a difference. In previous years, my husband and kids have eaten one way, me another...it was like I was destined to fail!

This time, we're all going in together!

Good luck --you can say NO to the deli and pizza!!!! Be strong!

 

[GoofySon'sMom]

You're doing great! I'm so glad I don't have a deli or pizza place around the corner. That would be so hard!

I'm working on remembering my favorite quote from WW: "nothing tastes as good as being healthy feels"

Maybe that will help keep you out of the pizza place (at least for a few minutes )

My husband is a pizza addict. The main reason I'm feeling so good about my weight loss chances "this time around" is that he is finally joining me in my efforts. He used to drive me crazy eating pizza in front of me while I tried to eat a salad.

Having only healthy food in the house makes SUCH a difference. In previous years, my husband and kids have eaten one way, me another...it was like I was destined to fail!

This time, we're all going in together!

Good luck --you can say NO to the deli and pizza!!!! Be strong!

I actually have a regular deli, an italian deli, a thai place, a pizza place, a chinese place, a diner, two italian restaurants, a japanese restaurant and an eclectic new world kind of place all within a very short walking distance. I am sure I forgot some place, too. It is very hard to not let myself walk out and get something yummy rather than eat the lean cuisine and salad that I brought!

My DH doesn't have to lose weight but DS does so we are all eating healthier. DH doesn't eat anything in front of me that I can't or won't have which is good. He gets his pizza or McD's fix for lunch at work! I am glad that your DH is joining you in a healthier lifestyle. I just hate the word diet!

 

[tttessa]

Hiya,
those who loooove pizza - I make my own now as a treat - I have a breadmaker to whizz up the dough from a packet mix so I can't cheat the calories - no guesstimates!!!.

Using weight Watcher's points system:
TOTAL - for the whole pizza:

base 10points (well, 9 and a half, but if you count big, you lose more...)
tomato sauce topping 2 points
ham 2 points
peppers/mushrooms/courgettes(zuccini?) tomato 0
cheese 6 points (not a lot, but enough to give a good rich taste, stick with full fat - it tastes better cooked!!!!...)

So that makes 20 points for a 16 inch pizza - I eat 8 points worth (just under half!) for a main meal with a green salad. Hubby has the rest.

Cheers - and keep up the good work!!!! Any other recipes?? - I need a low fat/point lasagne, but cannot get the points low without compromising the taste/richness - anybody??

Cheers,
Tessa

 

[tttessa]

OOPs -
forgot to add the dieting tip - my gran is slim, fit and healthy at 90 so I asked her advice (+ shared it with my buddy..) she said- she only ever eats with a knife and fork. (or a spoon I guess for soup.... but I think you get the meaning...)

Makes you think about snacking - imagine sitting with a plate with a candy bar/ handful of potato chips(we call them crisps) and a knife and fork...

Tessa

 

[disneymomof1]

I haven't really had time to research and gather some good recipes yet. My go to meal right now is an egg beaters omelette with canadian bacon, cheese and broccoli rabe. I love it, easy to make and very satisfying. I also saw a lady on the Ellen show and she said we should be adding fiber to our meals, and if you add Benefiber (mixes clear) to your water you will feel fuller. So I will try that trick and let you all know. My problem isn't feeling full, it's feeling stress and then eating. I have a somewhat stressful job and when the stress hits, my need for chocolate rises. Give me strength !!!

 

[danielle782001]

Any struggles or temptations?

I had a REALLY hard day yesterday, but am going strong today.

Just thought I'd send a hug out there for any of you who are struggling today.

We can do this!!

Chris

It is my son's 5th birthday today. I had family at the house on Sunday.... of course I had a piece of cake. Last night I made brownies for his party today and I had a more then a few spoon fulls of brownie mix. I love brownie mix. Anyway, his party is today and I know I will have some pizza and cake at the sad1: .... Our trip is in three weeks. I will have to get on track in the morning and hit it hard if I want to reach my goal of a 5 pounds loss for Mickey. Here is to hoping that it will happen.

 

[SilverMickey]

It is my son's 5th birthday today. I had family at the house on Sunday.... of course I had a piece of cake. Last night I made brownies for his party today and I had a more then a few spoon fulls of brownie mix. I love brownie mix. Anyway, his party is today and I know I will have some pizza and cake at the sad1: .... Our trip is in three weeks. I will have to get on track in the morning and hit it hard if I want to reach my goal of a 5 pounds loss for Mickey. Here is to hoping that it will happen.

Chose one or the other... sounds like you already had brownie(mix) so just go for the pizza and make sure you give away all the brownies at the party. Drink a ton of extra water! Wash the calories right through you .

I'm headed to WDW the last week of april and hope to lose 25-30 by then but will be happy with my goal of 18.

YOU CAN DO IT!

 

[SmallWorld71]

tessa - Thanks for the pizza idea! We've made pizza before and the kids love it. Definitely a good way to control the points. I haven't had pizza in a while and am starting to crave it. This will be much better than ordering delivery and eating the whole greasy thing.

I have a cold, so I've been eating a little more the past couple days, but I've been making sure to grab things like extra fruit for the energy - not Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.

 

[danielle782001]

Chose one or the other... sounds like you already had brownie(mix) so just go for the pizza and make sure you give away all the brownies at the party. Drink a ton of extra water! Wash the calories right through you .

I'm headed to WDW the last week of april and hope to lose 25-30 by then but will be happy with my goal of 18.

YOU CAN DO IT!

Thanks for the encouraging words! I will just eat the pizza, skip the dessert and drink water! Thanks again!!

 

[fluffernutter]

so how is everyone doing today??
I am okay,just really feeling the effects of sugar withdrawal and its not fun at all.

I watched biggest loser last night and that motivated me alot.I liked how they gave the couples the tempation test and some failed big time. Im not sure if I would have done it $5,000 to the winner of the challenge is alot of money,so if I did it,I might have used the calories on protein instead of the corn dogs and cakes,like the others did,but who knows what I would have done,,notice they had no fluffernutters there,LOL

I will try and reply to those that posted but for now,just wanted to mention the post about the pizza party,etc I feel for you. Its really hard to be strict when you have tempttions all around. But like the other post said,have some pizza,drink lots of water. I would remove some of the cheese and maybe get a veggie slice or have a salad with it,so you can stop at 1 piece. and if you really want a cupcake,then have half and throw the other half away,so you dont feel deprived. but the biggest thing to remember,is that you are doing this party for the event and not for the food ,and you want to be around for your sons next birthday even healthier than today,know what I mean,. so hang in there and stay focused on having fun. we all know what the pizza and cupcakes taste like and thats what got some of us in trouble in the first place,lol

I on the other hand threw a whole bunch of stuff out of my house,sugar,junk food,etc
I figure my kids shouldnt be eating it either and if its here its really temptation for me,so out it went, it was like saying goodbye to an old friend,kind of pathetic when you think about it,but i guess that just shows me Im really addicted to ths stuff,like a junkie is to drugs,the sugar is my drug.

okay,next thing,for all of you interested in the leslie sansone wlk away the pounds dvds,they have it on sale on amazon,here is the link,I hope this is allowed. it is for the 1 and 2 mile combo dvd set,only 6.99

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000062XEI

I like what one of you posted about the fork,spoon trick when eating something. Im sure I wouldnt go around eating m&m;s with a spoon,but remember the episode on seinfeld ,they did eat a candy bar with fork and a knife,hhhmmm,LOL
I did keep that tip in mind everytime I went to eat something today,so I hope I stay like your grandma at age 90 and slim. thank her for the tip!

I think thats it for now,my kiddos are waking up from nap.

I hope all of you are doing okay today!
Marcy

 

[fluffernutter]

Hiya,

Cheers - and keep up the good work!!!! Any other recipes?? - I need a low fat/point lasagne, but cannot get the points low without compromising the taste/richness - anybody??

Cheers,
Tessa

Hey Tessa
Here are 2 weight watchers core lasagna recipes. Hope this helps you a bit,
MCCALLS BAKED MEATBALL LASAGNA

FOR THE MEATBALLS:
1 lb lean ground beef
2 Tbsp chopped onion
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
1 tsp dried oregano
3/4 tsp salt
Dash pepper
2 Tbsp grated ff parmesan cheese
1 egg
FOR THE SAUCE:
1/4 cup olive
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic
1 (1 lb, 12 oz) can whole tomatoes, undrained pts recipe for juice
2 cans (6-oz each) tomato paste
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1 Tbsp sugar subsitute
2 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp pepper
FOR THE LASAGNA:
1/2 (1-lb size) pkg ww LASAGNA

1 lb ff mozzarella cheese, diced
1 lb ff ricotta cheese
1 cup grated ff parmesan cheese

TO PREPARE THE MEATBALLS:
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients; toss lightly to mix well.
With teaspoon, shape mixture into 30 balls, each 3/4 inch in diameter.

TO PREPARE THE SAUCE:
In hot oil in large, heavy skillet, brown meatballs; remove. Add
onions, garlic; saute 5 minutes.

Add rest of sauce ingredients, with 1/2 c water and meatballs; stir
to mix. Bring to boiling; reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 1 1/2
hours, stirring occasionally.

TO PREPARE THE LASAGNA:
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 13x9x2 inch baking dish.

Cook lasagna as label directs. Drain; rinse in water.

In baking dish, layer half the ingredients: Lasagna, mozzarella,
ricotta, tomato sauce with meatballs, parmesan cheese. Repeat.

Bake 30-35 minutes.

Makes 6 servings
Source: adapted from Great American Recipes, 1973

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and
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Lasagna with Polenta

cooking spray
1/2 cup onion(s), diced
2 small cans sliced mushrooms
16 oz chopped frozen spinach, thawed
15 oz fat-free ricotta cheese
1 cup FF Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, (about 4 oz)
1 large egg white(s)
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
14 oz canned tomato sauce
14 oz canned diced tomatoes, with basil, garlic and oregano
1 tube pre-made polenta
2 Tbsp Non-Fat Grated Cheese Topping [or soy parmesan]

Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.

2. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and set pan
over medium-high heat. Add onion, mushrooms and garlic; sauté until
mushroom liquid cooks off, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Add spinach; cook until liquid evaporates,
about 2 minutes more. Remove skillet from heat and transfer mixture
to a large bowl. Add ricotta, mozzarella, egg white and nutmeg;
mix well to combine.

3. Mix together tomato sauce and diced tomatoes in another bowl.
Spoon 3/4 cup of tomato mixture into bottom of an 11 X 7-inch
baking dish. Top with polenta slices

4. Top with 3/4 cup more of tomato mixture and 1/2 of cheese
mixture; spread cheese mixture to make an even layer.
Top with more polenta and press slices slightly into cheese mixture.
Top with 3/4 cup more of tomato mixture and remaining cheese mixture.
Top with remaining polenta pressing slices slightly into cheese mixture.
Top with remaining tomato mixture. Sprinkle with grated topping.

5. Bake until lasagna filling is bubbly and top is golden, about
40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing into 6 pieces.

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and here is more which is also point friendly

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Veggie lasagna

12 Lasagna noodles
1 medium eggplant (diced/chopped)
1 medium zucchini(sliced)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tsp. salt
1 Tbl basil
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. italian herbs
1 tbl canola oil
1/4 cup dry cooking sherry
red pepper (sliced small)
8 mushrooms (sliced)
2 x 12 oz cans of Hunts Italian Tomato sauce
1 small can of tomato paste
2 dashes of tobasco sauce
1 can (medium) of refried beans
1 cup of salsa
a bunch of fresh spinach leaves (chopped) or 1 package of frozen spinach
cheese to taste
Heat oil in a stir fry pan, add eggplant, garlic and salt
- stir fry until eggplant is just about tender (not too soft)
-- you may have to add a little water if oil is sucked up by eggplant.
Add zucchini, basil, oregano, italian herbs
-- stir fry for about 2 minutes more, then add dry sherry, red pepper and mushrooms
-- cook for another 2 minutes, then add tomato sauce, paste and tobasco sauce (cover and simmer for 5 minutes
- stirring occasionally).

While this is happening
-- in a small pan heat the refried beans and salsa until warm.
Cook lasagna noodles as per package directions.
When noodles are done, preheat oven for 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Spread some of the eggplant mixture on the bottom of the lasagna dish, place 4 noodles over this
-- add one layer of eggplant/zucchni sauce, cover with 4 more noodles; spread refried bean and salsa mixture over noodles, add chopped spinach over mixture and add a small amount of sauce over it.
Place last 4 noodles over spinach and spread the final amounts of sauce over the noodles (cover it).

For the cheese topping:
Chop 2 bunches of cilantro (chinese parsley), sprinkle over last sauce layer of lasagna, then add cheese over all of it (i use about a cup) and place in oven and cook for 35 minutes.

Voila it's done -- it isn't as much work as it looks -- and it's very good!

Roughly 4pts/slice if you slice it nine ways

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happy cooking

Marcy