Monthly Archives: February 2016

Patty Melt Sandwiches… Mmmmmm

 

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Another FoodSaver day………… Large roll of Ground Beef

I cut these large enough or small enough for most meals. There are days I need to use two or three of them or just one.   Have I told you how much I LOVE my FoodSaver? Do you have … Continue reading

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Another FoodSaver day……. Whole pork loin

I will be prepping my fresh veggies for the fridge and cutting meat and poultry for the freezer. Busy day today.   Right out of the freezer   That is little pieces of ice laying next to it. My hand … Continue reading

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I LOVE BREAD and have bread EVERYDAY too ! Oh, and I am losing almost every day .

YES, ounces count. As long as they continue to go DOWN and I continue to eat like a normal person. ( Big smile here because it is working for me.NO NOT WEIGHT WATCHERS).

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Another FoodSaver day…… Cutting a Whole Sirloin Tip for the freezer

Cutting and freezing a Whole sirloin tip. Three beautiful roasts or use one for Kibbee or ka-bobs. Mmmmmm   I couldn’t do it if is wasn’t for my trusty FoodSaver FoodSaver               I am … Continue reading

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Going to make this tomorrow… Slow Cooker Marmalade Pork Tenderloin, We love this !

I would have made it tonight but I am out of one of the ingredients.   UPDATE…. oops looked in the freezer and my pork loin is missing. LOL …..Ok so I will make this sometime this week ( smile … Continue reading

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Breakfast today……… Eggs, Rye Toast or Wheat, and small cup of Blueberries and Strawberries

As I make them I put them on this plate and everyone takes what they want.  

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What’s for Dinner?…… Sliced Flat Iron Steak, Seasoned Rice, Tossed Salad and Dinner Rolls (yep still losing weight)

    I like to slice it all up and pile it on a platter like this along with the Beef and Garlic flavored rice. The Steak has anywhere from Rare to Well done , dig in. Both steaks were cooked … Continue reading

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Went to Walmart to buy yogurt…….

        There was a person filling the shelf with yogurt EXPIRING TOMORROW !! Not taking it away… PUTTING IT ON THE SHELF. asked him to get more…. he came out with some expiring in TWO days.   … Continue reading

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Does anyone have a floating floor ? You know what I mean right?

We are finishing the lower level and want this for the floor. Do you have it ? Do you like it ?   I am leaving towards it but have questions. I really want the panels that have the padding. … Continue reading

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Breakfast today is …… 100 % Whole Wheat French Toast with Ham. Served with a dish of Blueberries

Please pass the sugar free syrup please….     Some were more hungry than others.          

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I guess dinner is still with him…… this is his breakfast.

   

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Fish Friday …..But WARNING the photos look awful

I started dinner so late the photos were taken while I was throwing it on the table LOL Nothing fancy here just baked served with half sweet potato and beets for some and no potato and green beans for others. … Continue reading

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Lunch Sammie for today is …. Tuna Salad

Tuna Salad on White or Whole Wheat with lettuce. Add your own crunch.     -One with Swiss -One with Chex mix -Two with pretzels -One with no crunchy stuff on the side -One with no lettuce     …. … Continue reading

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The Breakfast meal for this morning is…….Whole Grain French Toast with Crispy Bacon

Ok not everyone wants whole grain. Too bad, take it or leave it. This is not a restaurant.  ( wink ) Everyday there is something different for meals and I try not to have the same thing two days in … Continue reading

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Isn’t that pretty ? The sky is on fire. Ooooo……Ahhh

I love sunsets and sunrises. They just make me smile and when I’m happy, the house is happy.    

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Left over night… Stew and store bought Crescent Rolls.

    Warning ………LEFT OVER NIGHT !!   IT MIGHT LOOK LIKE DOD FOOD ,  BUT IT WAS GOOOOOD !   Boy it was good. I love the stews and soups and sauces the next day ( or out of the … Continue reading

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AeroGarden …. the babies are really growing

AeroGarden         I am prepared with extra water etc. Watch me grow…and grow…and grow.. LOL  

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Lower Carb Breakfast Biscuit and Egg Sandwich with Bacon and Cheese. Served with Strawberries

Sorry about the photo… someone used the camera and it was on the wrong setting.  ( Yeah sure blame someone else)       I had to make the egg super thin and well done. A family member really dislikes … Continue reading

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Losing weight is the best feeling ever but………

        It is a bugger when you need to find something in your closet that fits. 3 pairs brand new pants……. 8 shirts……….6 casual shirts……………3 sweater/coats   ALL TOO BIG ! Most never worn and some with … Continue reading

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Chicken of the Week Recipe…….Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Battery died so no photo   CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE   4-5  chicken breasts bone in 1 lg or 2 small pkgs. frozen broccoli 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 can cream of mushroom soup … Continue reading

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Aero Garden …. My babies are starting to come up

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Breakfast today…. Scrambled eggs with broccoli and cheese. Served along with 100% percent Whole Wheat Toast

Pass the sugar free jelly please

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My second pair of Sketchers came….. they were worn. Tags are off and scuffed.

Sketchers   I have other “new” pairs of these shoes that were just purchased so I know what is in the box,  and how they come.   This was thrown together and they weren’t even in the box when I … Continue reading

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Happy Valentine’s Day !

      I had a very busy day, but wanted to wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day !  

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I have been posting about the meals that I make almost everyday, but Life has more than just food……

There will be days of tears, smiles, crankiness, illness, hugs, winks, and more. And in order for me to be who I am I will include bits of pieces here and there. Let me know what you think ok?   … Continue reading

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He came home with these “just for nuttin”……….He does this all the time.

It could be roses or wild flowers or just about anything.  

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I love grilling and broiling and bbqing in Feb.

  Grilled Chicken pieces with mashed cauliflower and green beans. And along side is a crisp salad and a slice of whole wheat bread with butter.   For those that love white meat… here is a breast……..       … Continue reading

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We had a big dinner last night and weight loss this morning.

              I’m happy. Go look what we had.             .

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Steak and HUGE Lobster Tail with a cold crispy salad. Served with a dinner roll and mashed cauliflower. YUMMY !

           

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Hey Oprah…. I love bread too. And I eat bread every single day too. And I am losing too. NO, not on weight watchers

Oh and I don’t have a private chef Oh and I don’t have a personal trainer Oh and I can’t the expensive foods that you can buy. Oh and I don’t have to count either. Oh and I don’t have … Continue reading

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Smothered Pork Chops with mashed cauliflower with sour cream and chives, served with a cold crisp salad and dinner roll with butter.

  now grab your personal salad, dressing and dinner roll. Yum              

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Freezing SIX heads of Cauliflower for the freezer with my trusty FoodSaver.

  They had a great sale on Dole Cauliflower so we bought SIX heads. I will use the FoodSaver and put them in the freezer. If you have a FoodSaver, you can understand how exciting this is. If you don’t … Continue reading

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Mashed Cauliflower

  Now add sour cream butter and chives. season with salt and pepper and you have a yummy simple low carb side dish.  

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Aero Gardens Day ONE. It is that time of year. I love these machines and they will stay on for MONTHS.

  I will grow…… Basil Chives Sage Thyme Oregano Parsley ( curly and Italian) Mint   Cherry Toms Plum Toms Green peppers Red peppers Carrots Lettuce Zucchini Cabbage cucumbers Cantaloupe Assorted hot peppers (5) and so much more     … Continue reading

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Half time show was awful….everyone that was here was disappointed. Ages were 17-86yrs old

how sad.  

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Which bag of wings would you buy ?

  The bigger ones were cheaper and got double in the bag. Why am I surprised ?

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Breaded Zucchini Slices For Super Bowl, Game Day, or ANY DAY.

the spice mix was oregano, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, cayenne pepper and salt  

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Homemade Mozzarella Nuggets for the Super Bowl or any ANY NIGHT.

A mixture of Progresso ( Progresso Panko Crumbs  ) Panko regular and Panko Italian seasoned crumbs. I used both becaue the plain was lacking for the cheese sticks and Italian was too much if used alone. So I mixed them together … Continue reading

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Making waffles with the “Elite Gourmet” Waffle Maker, Sandwich grill, and sandwich maker.

  I make hand held pies and stuffed sandwiches with this but this is the first time to make waffles.       I wasn’t kidding about the bad photos lol   Here we go along with ham. Mmmmmm   … Continue reading

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Look what he came home with today ? They are Sketchers walking shoes. Plus there is another pair being shipped. He wuvs me.

Sketchers has now become my favorite.  ( in case you want to buy a pair… Sketchers  )         And don’t forget about the cute little footies  

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Spaghetti Dinner with a crisp salad and garlic bread…. Look, it’s a huge platter so help yourself.

   

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A flat iron steak with grilled green pepper for two. Oops FOUR

A flat iron steak with grilled green pepper for FOUR, baked sweet potato oozing with butter, tender crisp fresh green beans, cold and crispy tossed salad with cucumber and grape tomatoes. And served with homemade salad dressing. Because we had … Continue reading

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What’s for dinner? A low carb dinner.Burger Patties wrapped in lettuce leaf with tomato and onion. Don’t forget the Low carb ketchup. On the side is broccoli casserole.

    Burger Patties wrapped in lettuce leaf with tomato and onion. Don’t forget the Low carb ketchup. On the side is broccoli casserole.        

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Please answer this question for me. Why are people telling me NOT to show photos of the products I use ?

 .   I really don’t understand, Please explain it to me. Should I stop showing photos of my meals or the products? Someone please explain. Update……Okay, why won’t someone speak up and explain?     For NEW posts  scroll down … Continue reading

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Fish and Chips served along side is a cold crispy salad. Well it “should have been a Great dinner” like all our other fish frys.

I WILL NEVER use this recipe again… What a waste of ingredients, along with NO TASTE…….. I LOVE MY RECIPE that I have used for about 40 years. WHY did I try this ??   A few family members like … Continue reading

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