Wednesday, October 28, 2009

WW and Canada

I am in WW trouble!!! I am attending a conference in Vancouver, BC. Each time I leave a session there is food and beverages calling out to me. I have done well passing them up...but I have now determined I have messed up because of............

Tokyo Joe's Sushi!!!! Below you will find a picture of where I am staying. In the front at the corner I have found Tokyo Joe's! I have never looked up points...just assumed they weren't much due to the size...WRONG!


Well...now that I know...Sushi is off of my list unless I am with someone I can share a roll with!!!
SushiFaq

I enjoyed a California Roll and a Cucumber Roll AGHHHHH 7 points!!!! WHEW!!!

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Before and After

BEFORE

63 Pounds later 86 pounds later


October is Chili Month!

There is a nip in the air...so CHILI is on the menu! Here are a few Weight Watcher chili recipes I found online!

Weight Watchers One-Point Hearty Chili
10 ounces extra-lean ground turkey breast
1 medium onion, diced
2 (28-oz) cans diced tomatoes
2 medium zucchini, diced
2 medium yellow squash diced
1 (15 oz) can black beans
2 (15-oz) cans fat-free, reduced-sodiumbeef broth
4 celery stalks, diced
2 green bell peppers, diced
1 (1 1/4-oz) package dry chili seasonings.

Spray a large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and set over medium-high heat. Add the turkey and onion and saute' until browned, about 10 minutes.
Transfer the browned turkey and onion mixture to a large soup pot and add the tomatoes, zucchini, squash, beans, broth, celery, bell peppers, and chili seasoning. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Continue to simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes
Serves 20.

Awesome Taco Chili Recipe (Weight Watchers)
1 lb. lean ground beef 1 large onion, chopped
1 package taco seasoning
1 package hidden valley ranch mix
1 15 oz. can pinto beans*
1 15 oz. can hot chili beans*
1 15 oz. can whole kernel corn*
1 15 oz. can stewed tomatoes*
1 15 oz. can tomatoes with hot chilies (like Rotel)*
Brown meat and onion, drain. Mix ranch dressing mix and taco seasoning mix into meat. Then, without draining, add all the other ingredients. Simmer 1 hour.

Each Cup of chili is equal to 2 points.
Add a dollop of lite sour cream and a sprinkle of 2% cheese.


Weight Watcher Classic Crockpot Beef Chili
Estimated POINTS value per serving 2 Serves 6
Ingredients
1 lb. lean ground beef (10% or less)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
1 can (15 oz.) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 sweet onion, chopped
1/4 cup canned diced chilies
2 tbsp. tomato paste
Oregano sprigs for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large nonstick skillet brown beef and garlic over medium heat, stirring occasionally to break up meat. Drain excess fat. Add chili powder and cumin and stir to combine.
2. Combine tomatoes, beans, onion, chilies, and tomato paste in crockpot. Stir in beef mixture. Cover and cook on High until flavors are blended, 4 - 5 hours. Serve garnished with oregano.
Best Ever Weight Watcher Skillet Cornbread
Estimated POINTS value per serving 2
Serves 12 Ingredients
1 cup whole wheat flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup white cornmeal
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup honey
1/3 cup egg whites
2 tbs. fat free egg substitute
Instructions
Sift flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add cornmeal and stir until blended.
Add remaining ingredients and stir until just mixed.
Pour into 9 inch cast iron skillet prepared with cooking spray.
Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Quick Tips
Spray crockpot with cooking spray for easier cleanup.
This meal is very filling but if you aren't quite satisfied you can add a garden salad.

I can't wait to have CHILI this week-end!!!

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

10 Months

First of all, how did 10 months go by so quickly. It has been almost a month since I last left a Weigh Down report, also. I am excited to report that 62 pounds are gone...13 pounds to go to reach that 75 pound mark!! It has been such a successful journey getting here. But, I want a year from now to be able to report that it is STILL OFF!

I am gearing myself up to face the next few months which include HOLIDAYS!!! Food is such the center of all of the holiday festivities. I am going to plan some WW menus and finger foods that can satisfy my "need" to celebrate! Also, I am going to stay busy serving others instead of myself!

I have also been hearing alot about Couch to 5K I am reading up about it (that doesn't burn many calories) but I am hoping to convince myself to start this plan. I know in my heart that it would help me finish "the race" with WW's as well. Now...if I can convince my head!!!

Best Eat of the Week! With fall in the air and October here...I have fond childhood memories of hotdogs and Rice Krispie Treats! That was on the menu this past week-end!

98% Fat Free 40 calorie weiner! 1 Point

Oscar Mayer Free Hot Dogs will have no fat, 40 calories, 460 milligrams of sodium, 15 milligrams of cholesterol and 7 grams of protein.


Sarah Lee Light Wheat Hot Dog Buns (I am still searching...because the bun I ate was only 80 calories.) 1 Point
Rice Krispie Treats (from a box) 2 Points
Baked Lays Chipolte Chips 2 points
6 points total! It was a great meal!!!!
During my searches came across another Great Site! One Point Snacks!!!
Has my hotdog and bun listed!!
I will be attending my 40th Class Reunion this week end in Natchez, MS! Looking forward to seeing old friends! Report on Monday!!!