Kitchen

[Winifred]

Well soon people it will be gobble gobble time. That will be turkey time at this house - people enjoy different things that day and that is good too.

Really COLD this morning but suppose to be a nice day. Yesterday was not the best day here but certainly not one of the worse. Just was not sure if it were going to rain or not - and of course the little boy was rolling. His Uncle and Grandma took him up to the next block to enjoy the Community Halowe'en celebration - he had a blast and then they took him Trick or Treating. He made a haul. Do hope they got most of the candy put up.

Welcome to November one and all. Tonight I may fix some spaghetti - easy to fix for sure. We shall see. Waiting to see one and all stop by - you too Soushi!!!

[flbettyboop]

[meallen616]

Hi everyone,

[Preds]

[Laura14]

So I have to confess.  I'm kind of in a recipe/meal prep rut because I have my annual checkup coming up at the end of the month and I'm scared to eat anything except my beans which always makes me look good on the blood test.  Stupid, I know.  

Last night, I actually ate pasta with tomato sauce and spiced black beans.  I am ridiculous.  I also stopped eating butter so I have no clue what to do with myself in the morning.  My toast was looking at me today going, um, I'm naked.  

November is going to be rough!

[mousiegirl]

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@Laura14 wrote:

So I have to confess.  I'm kind of in a recipe/meal prep rut because I have my annual checkup coming up at the end of the month and I'm scared to eat anything except my beans which always makes me look good on the blood test.  Stupid, I know.  

Last night, I actually ate pasta with tomato sauce and spiced black beans.  I am ridiculous.  I also stopped eating butter so I have no clue what to do with myself in the morning.  My toast was looking at me today going, um, I'm naked.  

November is going to be rough!

@Laura14  I don't know if this bread is available in your area, but we always have Dave's Killer Bread, organic 20-21 grains and seeds.  It has such a wonderful flavor that no butter is necessary, it is filling, and healthy.

I hope you are eating more than beans. Fish and vegetables are good choices. For snacks, I eat lightly salted roasted peanuts, filling and gives me energy.  I also eat a lot of blueberries.  I get the organic frozen at Costco.  Yams, I remember your saying you eat them, are a power food.  I ate half of one for breakfast with my morning supplements.  Eggs are good. I saute spinach with two poached eggs, all cooked in extra virgin olive oil.

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[Preds]

[Winifred]

Last night we had fried yellow squash with onions, sliced tomatoes and cornbread. Great dinner!!!! Sure glad I LOVE my southern upbringing. Easy to fix and sure yummy!!

[Laura14]

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@mousiegirl wrote:

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@Laura14 wrote:

So I have to confess.  I'm kind of in a recipe/meal prep rut because I have my annual checkup coming up at the end of the month and I'm scared to eat anything except my beans which always makes me look good on the blood test.  Stupid, I know.  

Last night, I actually ate pasta with tomato sauce and spiced black beans.  I am ridiculous.  I also stopped eating butter so I have no clue what to do with myself in the morning.  My toast was looking at me today going, um, I'm naked.  

November is going to be rough!

@Laura14  I don't know if this bread is available in your area, but we always have Dave's Killer Bread, organic 20-21 grains and seeds.  It has such a wonderful flavor that no butter is necessary, it is filling, and healthy.

I hope you are eating more than beans. Fish and vegetables are good choices. For snacks, I eat lightly salted roasted peanuts, filling and gives me energy.  I also eat a lot of blueberries.  I get the organic frozen at Costco.  Yams, I remember your saying you eat them, are a power food.  I ate half of one for breakfast with my morning supplements.  Eggs are good. I saute spinach with two poached eggs, all cooked in extra virgin olive oil.

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@mousiegirl  Thank you so much!!  I actually have spinach and I did some scrambled eggs this morning. I may make that spinach and eggs tonight for dinner.   You always have such good recipes.  

Unfortunately, I don't like fish or at least I don't think I do.  I remember as a kid not liking it very much.  I don't like the taste of fish.  I can stomach tuna mixed with something every once in a while but I don't think I like anything else.    

I am the peanut butter queen too.  I go through a small jar a week.  A few scoops is my dessert every night.  I also found if I grind raw peanuts in the vitamix and then do my banana and almond milk, it makes an excellent soft dessert too.  I accidentally discovered that a few weeks ago.

I am not familiar with that bread but I will look for it.  I use Ezekiel bread and I'm okay with Polaner all fruit but it's really sweet now that I've come off sugar so I'm not a huge fan.  I'll have to take a peek at my next visit to the market for what you have.

I do have bean tacos for lunch today.  If nothing else, my fiber and protein are off the chart!     

[mousiegirl]

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@Laura14 wrote:

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@mousiegirl wrote:

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@Laura14 wrote:

So I have to confess.  I'm kind of in a recipe/meal prep rut because I have my annual checkup coming up at the end of the month and I'm scared to eat anything except my beans which always makes me look good on the blood test.  Stupid, I know.  

Last night, I actually ate pasta with tomato sauce and spiced black beans.  I am ridiculous.  I also stopped eating butter so I have no clue what to do with myself in the morning.  My toast was looking at me today going, um, I'm naked.  

November is going to be rough!

@Laura14  I don't know if this bread is available in your area, but we always have Dave's Killer Bread, organic 20-21 grains and seeds.  It has such a wonderful flavor that no butter is necessary, it is filling, and healthy.

I hope you are eating more than beans. Fish and vegetables are good choices. For snacks, I eat lightly salted roasted peanuts, filling and gives me energy.  I also eat a lot of blueberries.  I get the organic frozen at Costco.  Yams, I remember your saying you eat them, are a power food.  I ate half of one for breakfast with my morning supplements.  Eggs are good. I saute spinach with two poached eggs, all cooked in extra virgin olive oil.

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@mousiegirl  Thank you so much!!  I actually have spinach and I did some scrambled eggs this morning. I may make that spinach and eggs tonight for dinner.   You always have such good recipes.  

Unfortunately, I don't like fish or at least I don't think I do.  I remember as a kid not liking it very much.  I don't like the taste of fish.  I can stomach tuna mixed with something every once in a while but I don't think I like anything else.    

I am the peanut butter queen too.  I go through a small jar a week.  A few scoops is my dessert every night.  I also found if I grind raw peanuts in the vitamix and then do my banana and almond milk, it makes an excellent soft dessert too.  I accidentally discovered that a few weeks ago.

I am not familiar with that bread but I will look for it.  I use Ezekiel bread and I'm okay with Polaner all fruit but it's really sweet now that I've come off sugar so I'm not a huge fan.  I'll have to take a peek at my next visit to the market for what you have.

I do have bean tacos for lunch today.  If nothing else, my fiber and protein are off the chart!     

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@Laura14  I always think that someone who doesn't like fish never ate fresh fish.  Salmon is excellent for health, and delicious.  The trick is to not overcook fish, because then it is inedible.  I know there are some wonderful recipes for salmon on google.  I buy boneless, as who needs the frustration of pulling bones out.  I usually get a tail filet, no bones, and thinner than other cuts, but that is an individual choice.

If you like eggplant, or are willing to try it, I salt and pepper thick slices and fry them in extra virgin olive oil.  When they are browned and tender, I lay them on a plate and drizzle over them balsamic vinegar, garlic, fresh herbs, I use oregano and parsley, basil if I have it, and extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper.  This is so delicious.

I agre that beans are an excellent food.  I love beans, but they don't love me, so I have to eat them when I don't plan to go out, lol.