Valentines Day

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me



Bible: Philippians 4:13


Valentines Day was yesterday. I got all kinds of cookies. Candy, breads, all homemade of course. I tried to give them away but everyone is trying to diet, so I throw them away. I knew I would eat them if I kept them. I did pretty well yesterday, even with it being Valentines Day. I did get flowers too. Beautiful Roses! I do appreciate all the generous clients that made goodies for me. What wonderful clients I have.  I am so blessed.... My son and wonderful daughter-in-law came to my house and made dinner for me, what a nice treat to have dinner brought to you. My daughter sent me a gift card, Hummmn! Books! Can’t wait to see the new releases.   I love reading.

She Who Kneels Before God, Can Stand Before Anyone.

 

Just a note!!!

It’s Sat morning and I am going to watch my grandsons today. It will be a great day and fun. Grandkids keep you young and active. Well at least mine do. I had pancakes and sausage for breakfast, yummy!!!! Of course low calorie. Did you know you can turn any recipe, into low calorie? (Well almost any recipe). I have enjoyed surfing the web looking for quick and easy recipes that I can make. The internet is fabulous. The weather is going to be in the 40's today Woot! Woot! Maybe all the snow will melt. I have the whole weekend off including Monday. Rest and relaxation!!!! On Monday I do have a luncheon with friends at my favorite place the Hostess House....It’s a great place. It’s an old Victorian house built in 1912, a lovely house. The food is wonderful, such a special place.

Biscuits and Gravy (low calorie)

I made this delicius breakfast this morning. it turned out great!!!


My version of low calorie Biscuits and Gravy
Makes 1 serving

1/2 C of Jimmy Dean fully cooked Turkey sausage Crumbles

11/2 T of flour.

1 C of skim milk add a little more if too thick

1 T butter





I use Pillsbury biscuits that are 50 cal each the ones that comes in a package of four cans.



1. Bake biscuits according to package directions.



2. Meanwhile, cook butter and sausage in large skillet over medium heat 5-6 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring frequently. Stir in flour. Gradually add milk; cook until mixture comes to a boil and thickens, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper.





Calories for Gravy about 265

Calories for 2 biscuits 100

Total 365

Cinnamon Oranges

 This is a quick easy and delicious recipe

Cinnamon Oranges


http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/cinnamon_oranges.html

From EatingWell: The EatingWell Diet (2007), The EatingWell Healthy in a Hurry Cookbook (2006)

This simple dessert works any time of the year, but its flavors will be the best and brightest in the winter when oranges are at their peak.

4 servings
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 navel oranges

• 2 tablespoons orange juice

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation

1. With a sharp knife, remove rind and white pith from oranges. Cut each into 5 or 6 slices and arrange on 4 plates. Whisk together orange juice and lemon juice, sugar and cinnamon. Spoon over the orange slices.

Nutrition

Per serving : 86 Calories; 0 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 22 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Protein; 3 g Fiber; 2 mg Sodium; 258 mg Potassium

1 1/2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1 1/2 fruit

Bread & Tomato Salad


http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/bread_tomato_salad.html

From EatingWell: Summer 2004, The EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook (2005)

When it's too hot to cook, just step outside and gather tomatoes and basil from your garden, cut up some day-old country bread and make this flavorful, easy salad, our take on the classic Italian bread salad known as panzanella.

6 servings
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 small clove garlic, minced

• 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

• Freshly ground pepper, to taste

• 4 cups diced seeded tomatoes, (1 1/2 pounds)

• 2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread, (5 ounces), crusts removed

• 1/4 cup thinly slivered red onion

• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

• 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed

• 4 4-1/2-ounce cans sardines, (see Ingredient note), optional

Preparation

1. Whisk oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add tomatoes, bread, onion, basil and capers. Toss to combine. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow it to absorb the dressing's flavors, stirring occasionally. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Per serving : 168 Calories; 17 g Fat; 2 g Sat; 9 g Mono; 107 mg Cholesterol; 19 g Carbohydrates; 22 g Protein; 3 g Fiber; 657 mg Sodium; 666 mg Potassium

1 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 11/2 fat (mono)

Yummmy!!!!

New Me

I started a new healthy way of eating on Jan 5 Th. Its time to get serious about my weight. I have been out of shape far too long. I am serious this time. I am looking for new ways to make old recipes low calorie, I have been looking on blogs and web sites, and have found lots of great recipes. I will post some soon. Everyone in my family is losing weight and dieting. Sooooooooo I just joined the group. So far I have lost 10 pounds. I intend to start walking as soon as the weather get better, we have has so much snow and ice that it is impossible to walk in this weather. I started climbing my stairs in the basement, that will have to work for now... SSSHHHHH don't tell my son he would have a fit. I also am getting ready to retire in March. Can't wait!!!! Well at least cut down some. I will try and do better about keeping this blog updated. Soooo if anyone is out there you can check back and read about my progress.