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Recipes Of The Day! Crustless Apple Pie

Dessert,Dessert,Dessert Anyone It's Guilt Free!   I love apple pie, deep dish apple pie, Dutch Apple pie and apple sauce, but none of the store bought items that fit in my diet. So, I made a combination of all of them only without the sugar, starch or fat. I love my apples this way and have already shared the recipe with many friends. I can add the apple mixture on top of Eggo Waffles or Mini Delights and fat free cream cheese if desired, My favorite Sunday Brunch. Servings Per Recipe 2. To make more then 2 double the recipe Ingredients, you can eat 2- servings for only 187 calories Guilt Free how Incredible is that? Awesome dessert and so easy to make!!! ENJOY!!!   35 Minutes to Prepare and Cook Makes Per Recipe: 2 187 Calories Per Serving 2   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Classic Thanksgiving Turkey With Herbs

"This recipe makes a deliciously moist turkey."   Pull out all the stops and make this Thanksgiving dinner a traditional feast! So, polish your silver, pull out the family china and make your Thanksgiving dinner extra special.   Classic dinner favorites plus some new ideas for this year's Thanksgiving Turkey. Roasted turkey is so juicy and flavorful when the bird is stuffed with stuffing,and seasonings. Butter under the breast skin keeps the meat juicy while the skin bakes crisp and brown. This really does make the juiciest turkey. ENJOY!!   264 Calories: per serving Yield: 12 servings (serving size: 6 ounces turkey and 1/4 cup sauce)   Prep Time:30 Min: Cooking time: 3-4 hours-Depends on the size of Turkey   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE :scared2:http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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RECIPE OF THE DAY! BLUEBERRY & PEACH COBBLER

Low calorie, Low cholesterol, Low sodium, Healthy weight.   This is a healthier version of a traditional cobbler, with canola oil in place of some of the butter and whole-wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour. Unlike more classic biscuit-topped cobblers, the peaches and blueberries are nestled into a tender batter that swells around the fruit as it bakes. Other fruits may be substituted. It's especially beautiful when baked in and served right from a cast-iron skillet. Just made it yesterday for some company and it was a hit. It's really good and guilt free! ENJOY!!   Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 1 1/4 hours   182 calories Per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Low Cal-Blueberry-Lemon Tiramisu

Looking for a desert for a dinner party or just a nice family desert. Impress your friends and family with this great summertime tiramisu!   Makes 8 Servings   175 Calories Per 3 oz serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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My Love Affair With Food!

I had the best affair of all times. We loved each other, understood each other, wanted each other. When I was sad FOOD was there for me, when I was happy FOOD was there for me. I woke up wanting it and went to sleep wanting it.   In the mornings when I opened the refrigerator it would say "Hello Debra, how was your night, I miss you", and I would reply "I am well, I could not wait to see you too". I would say "what do you have for me today to eat?". And I would hear "hummm - take a look - I have some goodies in here for you eat, be happy lets start our day together". And my "Food Love Affair" would start all over again.   Food has never let me down when some people have - I could always count on my food, to give me that extra boost and that happy feeling in my heart. When I had a hard day at work, I knew there was something waiting for me when I got home - my food, my best friend. Food never said 'no' to me, it was always "yes Debra!".   I finally had a long talk with my food and told it I must end this affair - it was no longer working for me. And I did cry, I must say knowing that it was coming to an end. I made sure to tell the food we will see each other again, so it's not good bye, just so long for now we will meet again one day. The day I said goodbye was the day of my surgery, October 26, 2009.   I felt like I was detoxing from something I had been with a for so long. We eventually became reunited, not as the love affair we once had, but as dear friends. I set some ground rules to my food friend: I will only come to you to eat healthier, not use you as a crutch, nor let you become my whole life again.   So my love affair is no longer, but I now have a healthier friend - MY FOOD and I.   I know this may sound nuts but its really how I used to live and how I viewed my food.   :eek: CHECK OUT MY BLOG. FOR MORE INFO AND MY JOURNEY.   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Lamb And Couscous

Looking for a distinctive lamb dinner? Then check out these browned chops simmered in a flavorful sauce and served with couscous - a wholesome meal! Very most and oh-so tasty lots of flavor. ENJOY!   Prep Time 10 Minutes Total Time 30 Minutes   Makes 4 servings 310 Calories(1 Serving)   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Almost a Year!

One month from today will be ONE YEAR since I had my lap band surgery! WOW.   What a difference! I have lost 116 pounds, and only 14 pounds to go to meet my goal! I am at the high end of the recommended range of weight for my height! I have not been this weight in so many years, and yes, it does feel so good!   When I look in the mirror, I see a whole new me.   I have been at my sweet spot since June, and have not had a fill for three months - and I'm still loosing weight. During those three months, I have hit a couple of plateaus, but each time, after a few weeks, the weight began to drop again. Although it was a little discouraging, I never lost sight of my goal, and I continued my daily routine of proper eating and exercising.   I went to my niece's wedding dinner a couple of weeks ago and I wore a HOT red dress - It was great to see how my family reacted to my "new" appearance! Everyone was amazed, and everyone told me how beautiful I looked - ok, yes, that made me smile inside and out - lol.   Some people have asked me if I could have the lap band removed, and maintain my weight simply by continuing to eat properly and work out. For me the answer is NO WAY. I am a FOODIE, and the weight would just go back on. And I'm also hearing from a few friends, that I look great now, and that I should not loose any more weight - that I would look too skinny! Can you believe that - Me, TOO skinny? Those words do not compute!   One more thing - I was in the supermarket the other day, and a woman came up to me and said "you have a rockin body". OMG! That's me, my new look!   Wow, almost a year - I love it!:smile::thumbup:
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! 15 Minutes From The Stove To The Table Meal

Enjoy the Essenes of salmon with this quick and easy recipe. Salmon is considered a good source of beneficial omega fatty acids. Nothing like a good piece of salmon I love salmon. Works really well with other fish as well if you don't have any salmon lying around. Quick to Prepare (under 15 minutes) and 4 ingredients, and you are done how simple is this. ENJOY!!   Total Preparation Time: Less than 10 minutes   Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes   Number of Servings: 4   Simple (4 ingredients)   Calories: 300   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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More About Potassium!

In my last blog today I mention that I had a very low level of Potassium and was put into the hospital thinking I was having a heart attack. Come to find out it was Potassium Deficiency. So I did some reading on this and this is what I found out about it.   What is Potassium Deficiency (Hypokalemia)?   A medical condition in which our body fails to retain minimum necessary amount of Potassium required for its day to day functioning is called as Potassium deficiency or hypokalemia. Potassium deficiency (hypokalemia) can be fatal at times if not taken care of. A person may also develop Potassium deficiency due to extra excretion of Potassium or lower quantity of Potassium in daily diet.   Here is a link to find out what foods has some or a lot of Potassium in them.   High Potassium Foods Summary Table From the USDA Nutrient Database http://www.vaughns-1-pagers.com/food/potassium-foods.htm   To read more about this subject, go to my earlier blog today entitled "Low Potassium Danger!"   or see my blog called "Life After LAP-BAND" http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/  
Debra G

Debra G

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Doctors with the "Bad-News" Face!

Well, the first anniversary of my LAP-BAND is almost here. It was on October 26, 2009 that I had the LAP-BAND put in - and what a year it has been.   So as we all know, at the end if your first year, we need to have an esophogram and blood work done, and mine is due next Thursday. I got the prescription for my blood work and took it to my physician to have my blood drawn. After a few days, when the results were in I asked the doctor for a copy of my results.   So now I'm waiting for the results in his office - which was full of patients. Within a few minutes the receptionist told me that the doctor needed to talk to me, and he called me into his office ahead of the other patients. :smile2:   When I walked into his office, I could see he had on that face that doctors have when there is something wrong. He closed the door and told me to have a seat. Now I'm nervous - thinking there is something really wrong here - I was waiting for some serious bad news like the LAP-BAND has to come out - which for me will never happen even if it kills me - at least I'll die thin! LOL:tongue_smilie:   Then he proceeded to say I was vitamin D deficient and also iron deficient. I look at him and smiled and say "is that all" LOL. So he says it is not that good. I said this is nothing - can vitamin supplements help(which honestly, I have not been taking like I should have been doing)? The answer was yes, so I'm taking vitamin pills now.   Someone posted today about a vitamin D deficiency and passed out a link and I looked at it. I learned that vitamin D deficiency is common with obesity and also common with weight loss.   Boy, doctors sure know how to scare a person! LOL:sneaky:   Now I'm looking forward to the esophogram next week and I'm sure the results will be fine. I just hope my surgeon has his usual smile on his his face when he calls me in to tell me the results in his sexy Aussie voice! I will keep you all posted. I hope you are all doing well!:smile2:
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Baked Fish With Bread Crums

These flaky fish fillets get plenty of fresh flavor from onions and tomato, plus a little zip from cayenne pepper. This recipe is particular favorite of my family's. The fish doesn't get dry...it's moist and delicious. ENJOY!!   Prep Time:10 Min   Cook Time:40 Min   Ready In:50 Min   251 calories per 1 serving Yield 6 servings   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Baked Fish With A Medley Of Vegetable

Fish baked in a delightful lemony vegetable mixture. I have made this recipe several times on several occasions. This dish will make for a nice light lunch. Easy too! I served it with a brown rice! I also used thinly sliced lemon on top of the fish while baking. Very moist and tasty too. It came out supremo!! Yummy!! ENJOY!!     Prep Time:15 Min   Cook Time:25 Min   Ready In:40 Min   Yield 3 to 4 servings 221 Calories: Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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"How Sweet It Is!"

In the immortal words of Jackie Gleason, "How sweet it is!" These are some of the things I've noticed since I've lost some weight. Going into a doctor's office and not having the Medical Assistant sizing you up to see if you need an extra-large gown. How sweet it is to put on a regular-size gown, and still be able to tie it! How sweet it is to be able to tell your weight with pride, and without saying "mumble mumble mumble"!   Going into a restaurant, and noticing the tables are so close together -automatically what would run through my head is -oh, dear - will I be able to walk through the chairs without having my derriere bump into someone's head or shoulders - after my meal, will I be able to get up without clearing off the table next to me with my derriere? How sweet it is that I don't have to think about this any more!   How sweet it is, going into a diner, knowing I can fit in a booth!   How sweet it is, being on a train or a bus and finding a seat without having to size it up to see if I can fit in it without spilling over into the next seat, or expelling someone from their seat when I stand up LOL!   How sweet it is, being able to get into a kayak, knowing that you can get out of it without having to pry it off LOL!   How sweet it is, in a crowd, to be able to say excuse me, and not having to knock people over to get through!   How sweet it is, knowing that on my next airplane ride, I can put on my seat belt without having to ask the attendant for a seat belt extension!   How sweet it is to be able to wear heels again after loosing weight in my feet!   How sweet it is to be able to cross my legs again!   How sweet it is to be able to look at myself in the mirror at home without having to cover all the mirrors with a black veil.   How sweet it is, not having to take a bunch of medications daily, like I was 80 years old!   How sweet it is to get complemented on my appearance again!   How sweet it is knowing I have only 25 more pound to go to reach my goal weight!   How sweet it is knowing I have this wonderful tool, the LAP-BAND®®, that has helped me to change my life! So if anyone out there is not sure if the LAP-BAND®® is not for them, or considering the LAP-BAND®®, keep reading the wonderful stories on this site and gain a wonderful support system, and possibly a new friend.   This was the best choice for me to make in my life - HOW SWEET IT IS!
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Artichoke Cheese Dip

Quick and easy, hot artichoke dip with artichoke hearts.   Cheesy artichoke dip has become one of the most popular side dish around the world. It is a food regarded suitable for people following the vegetarian diet. Baking is the preferred method of preparing cheesy artichoke dip. It is popular dish of American cuisine. The cheesy texture of the cheesy artichoke dip sets it apart from others of its kind. A wonderful, rich appetizer, that is extremely delicious. ENJOY!!   Prep Time: 15 Minutes Total Time: 40 Minutes   Makes: 2 1/2 cups Makes: 40 servings   30 Calories 1 Serving (1 Tablespoon)   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a traditional French Provincial dish. Ratatouille is usually served as a side dish, but also may be served as a meal on its own accompanied by pasta or rice. It was originally an everyday dish prepared in the summer with fresh summer vegetables. The original Ratatolha de Niça or Ratatouia Nizzarda used only zucchini, tomatoes, green and red peppers (bell peppers), onion, and garlic. The dish known today as ratatouille adds eggplant (aubergine) to that mixture. The word ratatouille comes from Occitan ratatolha and the recipe comes from Occitan cuisine. ENJOY! BON APPETITE!!   Makes 6 servings Active Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 5 hours 241 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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My Sweet Spot!

I had my first unfill yesterday. I had my last fill 10 days ago - 1/2 cc, my usual amount. But I have been sick for the past 10 days, I could not understand why. (They took out 1/2 cc yesterday).   I was not able to keep anything down those past 10 days. What I was able to eat before, I could only eat 1/2 of that - 4 raspberries, 4 bites of salmon, 3 or 4 sips of liquids, and I could not even keep that down. Once before, when I had a fill of 4 cc, I was in distress, but it did pass after 2 or 3 days. However, this time, it lasted for 10 days, with no sign of getting better. I thought this would pass also, but it did not.   During these 10 days, I lost 13 pounds. OK, this was way too much weight to loose so fast (to be honest I was so happy about loosing so much weight, so I resisted going to the doctor). Yes, I agree it was not a good idea to wait so long!   I went into the doctor's office yesterday without an appointment, and I told them what was going on. They told me I had reached my "sweet spot". It was at that moment I realized what was happening to me. That last fill had sent me over into the Sick Zone.   Everyone's sweet spot is different. You don't know you have reached it until you get thrown into a place that is uncomfortable. My only advice is not to wait as long as I did to return to the doctor.   Because I am now at my sweet spot, I will not need as many fills, and the fills will be smaller. After they took out the 1/2 cc, I was able to eat normally again, without feeling sick, and am now able again to enjoy my Recipies of the Day!   So I am at a new stage of my journey - my sweet spot. In the immortal words of Jackie Gleason, "How Sweet It Is".   So feel free to check out my blog to follow my journey, to see some tips and to see my Recipies of the Day":thumbup:   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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I Cried From Pure Joy!

I had been feeling ill from my last fill on Thursday. Today am feeling so much better, am almost back to my 100% self again. Taking it slow today am only going to eat mushy foods and my Jell-O with my boost and some of my low cal ice pops, and some broth that will fill me up for the day. Do not want to eat solid foods just yet. The last time I ete solid food was on Wednesday. Yes I want it so badly but slow is the best way. Tomorrow I will have solids again. I so wanted to break my 200 mark by my birthday June 16th, the scale was moving very slowly for me last month but I did it, I BROKE MY 200 MARK!! As of today I got on the scale and I was amazed to see what I saw. I'm 198 as of today. I'm down 90 pounds. YEAAAA:biggrin:. So I cried for a while and had a long look at myself in my mirror and I loved what I saw, for the first time in a long time I did not mind looking at myself in that mirror. Wow what a huge difference. I CRIED FROM PURE JOY!!:thumbup:   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ABOUT MY JOURNEY AND SOME GREAT RECIPES. http://life-after-lap-band®.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Feeling Great!

I lost 80 pounds so far. I have alot more energy walking 3 miles every day now. H:thumbup:aving fish tonight for dinner, one of my own recipies of the day from my blog called "Life After Lap Band" Here is the link if you like some great food tips. http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Spinach Orange And Pepper Salad

This is a Low Carb, Very Low Sodium, Low Potassium, Low calorie Recipe. How can you go wrong!   Spinach orange and pepper salad recipe for a perfect start to any meal, try this colorful and complimentary salad that's loaded with green bell peppers, orange sections and red onion rings. Skip the bottled dressing and make your own. ENJOY!   Makes: 6 servings   Serving Size: 3.8 Oz. Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 0 min   68 Calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Looking For A Snack Idea?

I had someone in the weight loss office ask me what snacks do I eat. I try very hard to find good foods for me to snack on. I hate to blow my whole day on bad snacks and feel bad after eating them. So this is what I snack on. SNACKS:   Newman's Own microwave popcorn 100 calorie.   Cheerios (dry) 1 cup 100 calorie.   Sargento light string cheese (made with 2% milk) 50 calories per piece.   Babybel Light cheese - Good source of protein, 6 grams protein- 50 calories per serving.   T.Marzetti Light French Onion Veggie-Dip or any of there Light Dips 60 calories serving size 2 Tbsp   Pepperidge Farm Goldfish-Baked Snack Crackers. I like the Cheddar flavor.This has 140 calories serving size 55 Pieces (They also now come in so many flavors like Parmesan,Pizza,Ranch,Pretzel, and a host of other flavors. Read the Nutrition Facts. Some are 130 calories for 43 pieces, or 130 calories for 60 pieces.   WeightWatchers has many wonderful snacks I love the Rosemary & Olive Oil-Pretzel Thins this also comes in many great flavors 110 calories per 1 pouch.   WeightWatchers Smoothie Mix with fruit if you like. I love the French Vanilla and I add all type of berries 100 calories per packet. Also comes in a Wild Berry & Chocolate Smoothie.   Musselman's (lite mixed Berry's-fruit'n Sauce or any of the berry flavors) NO SUGAR ADDED 60 calorie.   Dannon Light & Fit Yogurt 80 calories.   Jell-0 Pudding Snack Cups -Sugar Free 60 calorie.   Edy's Fruit Bars NO SUGAR ADDED (EXCELLENT SOURCE OF VITAMIN C) Made with REAL FRUIT 25 Calories per pop.   Edy's Fruit Bars -antioxdant ( All Natural) Acai Blueberry. (EXCELLENT SOURCE OF VITAMIN C) Made with REAL FRUIT 60 Calories per pop.   Edy's Fruit Bars -antioxdant ( All Natural) Pomegranate. (EXCELLENT SOURCE OF VITAMIN C) Made with REAL FRUIT 60 Calories per pop.   Boost (High protein) Energy Drink 240 calorie.   Pure Protein - Shake 170 calories.   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE TIPS AND IDEAS:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Herbed Mashed Potatoes With Mushrooms

Looking for a side dish, this is the one. Are you in the mushy stage of your band, or just want a great taste for your potatoes, you can get that with this 142 calorie dish.. ENJOY!   Makes 5 cups Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes   142 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band®.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Mediterranean Scallops On A Bed Of Brown Rice

This delicious dish is both low calorie and full of robust Mediterranean flavors! I hope you and your family enjoy this dish as much as mine did!   Makes 4 servings 365 calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup:   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Veggie Style Stuffed Shells

This meatless dish has so much flavor, you will make this over and over again. Give your family a different take on stuffed shells. ENJOY!   Makes 6 servings Active Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes   382 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Sausage And White Bean Cassoulet

Cassoulet (from Occitan caçolet) is a rich, slow-cooked bean stew or casserole originating in the south of France, containing meat (typically pork sausages, pork, goose, duck ... Full of robust flavors, surprise your friends and family with this Delicious Cassoulet. ENJOY!   Makes 8 servings Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes   316 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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RECIPE OF THE DAY! CANNELLINI BEANS & GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP

When you take a taste of this dish your mouth will be hit with a wonderful burst of flavors. Easy healthy recipe including low-fat, fat-free, low-sodium and low-calorie dish. Your family will love this recipe. ENJOY!   Makes 4 servings   Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes   311 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

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