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Recipe Of The Day! Rosemary And Garlic Leg Of Lamb

Leg of Lamb is a wonderful meat when it's tender and not over cooked. This recipe is my mother's. I memory eating this delicious roast as a child. You can server it with potatoes and vegetables. This is a great all year round dish. ENJOY!   Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 1 hour and 40 mins   266 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!Crustless Mini Eggplant Pizzas

Ditch the crust and boost your veggie intake with these eggplant "pizzas."   Really delicious and so easy, light and quick. I love loading these mini pizzas with any and all type of veggies-onions, peppers, spinach, mushrooms ect. Also I love to use fresh tomatoes (subbed in for tomato sauce). Pretty filling as well, you can change the cheese to feta,fat free swiss or any other cheese of your choosing. It will be a big hit with the kids too, if the kids like it life becomes so simple at dinner time. ENJOY!!!   Servings Per Recipe: 4 119 Calories: Per 1 Serving   17 Minutes to Prepare and Cook   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! Home Made Tomato Soup

This recipe is wonderful for all Lap-Banders. If you are just starting your journey or well into it, this recipes fits everyone. This low calorie and delicious fresh home made soup has a taste that will make you and your taste bubs happy. ENJOY!   Makes 6 cups   Active Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes   76 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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Inches lost - Whoo Whoo!

This morning I got up and I decided to take on of my nemeses, the measuring tape. I call it my nemesis, because we have been at war for so long, and up till now, it has always won. So I decided to challenge it today.   We both stood in front of the mirror, the measuring tape and I, and for the first time in years it was I who was the kryptonite! Wrapping my nemesis around various parts of my body, this is what I found. The "girls", previously 44DDD are now 40D!!!!!!!!! My waist is now 36" - down from 46"; hips are now 42" - down from 48"; thighs are now 24" - down from 32"; upper arms (or, as I call them, Turkey Wings") are now 13" - down from 18"; Neck size is now 13" - down from 17".   These are great numbers for me, and it was wonderful to know that I am finally able to win this Battle of the Bulge. So after this, my measuring tape is no longer my nemesis - my nemesis has been vanquished!   This is what I did to keep everything from sagging after loosing so much weight. I EXERCISED! I bought an exercise stool years ago, called "Red", but I stopped using it. I started using it again after the LAP-BAND on a daily basis - it is great for the waist. I bought an inexpensive resistance band and used it for my legs and arms.   I walk 3 miles every day (wearing my new pedometer!). The pedometer is a great walking companion because it measures steps, distance and calories burned. The walking is great cardiovascular exercise, and is good for the hips and thighs. So I have reached another new level on my journey - INCHES LOST!   You can learn more about the things that I do and a few tips by going to my blog. http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Halloween Treat! Boo Licious

Leading up to Halloween I will post a Halloween recipe along with my Recipe of the day!   BOO LICIOUS Pumpkin Seeds. Here is an easy recipe for roasting fresh pumpkin seeds from your carvings of your pumpkin. Scary Good!   Recipe Yield 1 1/2 cups 83 Calories: Per 1/4 cup Serving   Ingredients:   1 1/2 cups raw whole pumpkin seeds   2 teaspoons butter, melted   1 pinch salt   Directions:   1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).   2. Toss seeds in a bowl with the melted butter and salt. Spread the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown; stir occasionally.   I Found this story I though it was so interesting!   Why Carve Pumpkins?   The story of the Jack o'Lantern comes from Irish folklore. Jack was a crafty farmer who tricked the Devil into climbing a tall tree. When the Devil reached the highest branch, Jack carved a large cross in the trunk, making it impossible for the Devil to climb down.   In exchange for help getting out of the tree, the Devil promised never to tempt Jack with evil again. When Jack died, he was turned away from Heaven for his sins and turned away from Hell because of his trickery. Condemned to wander the earth without rest, Jack carved out one of his turnips, took an ember from the devil, and used it for a lantern to light his way. He became known as "Jack of the Lantern."   Check out my blog if you want to fine my recipe of the day or just a little more about me.   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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RECIPE OF THE DAY "BOWTIE TOMATO MOZZARELA TOSS"

This recipe is posted on my blog, as well as many more of my recipes. I so love to cook, I had to fine new ways to cook healty and what will work with my LAP-BAND®. Check out my blog, and see if it is helpful to you. http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/ :smile2:
Debra G

Debra G

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RECIPE OF THE DAY! FISH CAKES WITH SWEET & SOUR SAUCE

I use the following fish in this recipe because it's the flakiest fish and has a great flavor and taste. Look at the ingredients part of this recipe for the ones I recommend. Fish cakes give me the feeling of being at a New England seaport. ENJOY!   Makes 12 fish cakes Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes   304 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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Resisted Mr.Softee On A Hot Day!

What a hot day today. I went shopping for new clothes today felt good to buy them smaller each time I shop. Saw the ice cream truck out side of the store, Mr.Softee. Yumm! I was so tempted to buy a vanilla ice cream cone with sprinkles, somthing I would of eating in the pass, but I did resisted. Went home and had one of my 25 calories ice pop instead.   CHECK OUT MY BLOG LET ME KNOW IF ITS HELPFUL TO YOU.. http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/ :smile2:
Debra G

Debra G

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Going from Thinking Big to Thinking Small

Almost one year in - wow what a journey!   So many things have changed in my life that still amaze me to this day. My health is 100% better. I have stopped taking at least 8 out of 10 meds. I have so much more energy - I go out so much more, walk and exercise. I feel great about my looks, and I can shop for regular-size clothing!   When I go clothes shopping it makes me smile when I try on clothes that are too big for me! This is a mind set that will take some time to change - I've been so big for so long.   When I take public transportation and see a seat on the bus or train, my heart does not have to beat fast, realizing that I don't have to size it up to see if I can fit into it. I just sit down with room to spare! This is something else it will take time to get used to.   I have 12 more pounds to go before I reach my goal. I have not lost any weight since my last posting - I've hit another plateau that I have spoken so much about. I wanted to be at my goal weight by October 26 - the first anniversary of my LAP-BAND surgery. I'm not going to make it exactly, but, hey, a year ago I weighed 288 pounds! I know I came a long way and I will surely lose the 12 pounds soon.   I still work out daily. Now I even have a few women who ask me to help them the with their workout regimen on the weekends. We go the the pier and look at the New York skyline from the Jersey side - makes for a great background for walking and exercising. Two of the women have lost 8-10 pounds each and are so excited about it! Can you believe I'm helping others to loose weight?   So I guess it is going to take some time to get used to the new me! I'm extremely happy and excited, and I've been amazed on my one-year journey that has transformed me. Now I'm looking forward to the rest of my life as the new me.   I want to thank everyone on this site for all the wonderful support and encouragement that has been so important to me. And I know that this support is so important to all of us who are in the process of changing our lives in such a big way!   For more about my journey and to see my Recipes of the Day, please visit my blog at http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/   :ohmy: :frown:
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Sesame And Crispy Citrus Fish Fillets

A crust of white and black sesame seeds and a citrus dipping sauce can accent most mild fish fillets. A great low calorie dish... ENJOY!   Makes: 6 servings 301 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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Saturday Evening Out In Manhattan.

A Saturday evening out in Manhattan with friends after seeing a Broadway show - we decided to go to Carmine's, an Italian restaurant, to eat. I told them to choose the restaurant - no matter where I went I would not be able to eat much anyway.   Carmine's is a family-style restaurant with large portions that feed about four people. We got a cold antipasto, which came on a huge platter, and I was able to pick a few things off of there to eat - smoked salmon, yellow tomato, eggplant, red peppers, spinach and cheese, which was lovely for me. For the main dish, we had veal parmigiana with pasta, of which I had a little bit. I also remembered not to drink my raspberry lemonade until I had finished my solid food. I waited 15-20 minutes before drinking. Boy this felt so good, not making myself sick.   What was nice about this family style was that I was able to taste a little of everything, without having to order entire portions for myself, most of which I could not finish. So this worked out just great for me.   I think what I'm saying here is that I'm learning how to eat out with my lap band and still enjoy the dining experience. This only took me 9 months to figure out - LOL. So this was a new step for me and it really felt good - a Saturday evening out in Manhattan.:rolleyes2:
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Green Beans Garlic And Thyme

Sautéed with garlic and tossed with thyme, these crisp, tender green beans are rich in fiber. They also contain a wealth of antioxidants, which can prevent hardening of the arteries and high blood pressure. ENJOY!   Makes 8 side-dish servings   Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 10 min   45 Calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Morning walk!

It's time for my walk. I need to get it in before the heat comes. It's now 6:00 AM. For the past month and a half I have been walking daily, and now I am up to 3 miles. It has helped me with toning up my legs. I find after my morning workout, I have lots of energy for the day - it keeps me positive.   I have a lot of toning to do. One of my biggest fears is losing so much weight and having my skin stretch out so badly that I will have all that hanging skin that is common with this weight loss.   With the lap band, working out is a big key, and I know a lot of us are not used to it. I was not always this size - I was a size 12 for many years, and a fitness junkie. But as I gained weight, I lost the energy and the will to want to work out.   So with the loss of 80 pounds, I got back the motivation to get back into fitness and health. In the past, I have joined gyms, but like most, I stopped going. Now, what I've done is come up with, and incorporate many exercises I can do from home and get the same results as if I were in the gym. In this economy, where things are so hard for so many of us, we try to save money where we can - but it does not mean I have to skimp on my health - hence I started my home exercise routine.   You can check out my blog, with some more information on this and what I do to help deal with the sagging skin.   Check out this site: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/ :thumbup:
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Grilled Cedar-Planked Salmon

I went to a freinds house one day and she made this and I loved it. What a different way to fix Salmon and to capture it's wonderful flavors from both the salmon and the Cedar-Plank.   prep time 10 min total time 4 hr 35 min Makes 8 servings   190 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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The Scale Is My Friend!

I went on my scale this morning and I lost another pound, so that made me smile. I use to hate the scale but now the scale is my friend.LOL. Its 6:30 Am and am going for my 3 mile walk as I do every day alone the pier over looking the Manhattan sky line, so beautiful to look at as am walking along the NJ side of the hudson. I will post my recipe of the day on it as soon as I get back from my walk. http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/   :smile2:
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Beefly Flowing Lava Potato

Go from pantry to table in 30 minutes. This hearty dish tops a hearty baked potato with a homemade beef stew, made with an assortment of nutrient-rich canned veggies from your pantry. This recipe cuts down the cooking and preparation time, You can use fresh veggies if you which also. This dish is so tasty, low calorie and protein rich. Your kids will love this dish the potato will look like a volcano erupting with flowing lava. ENJOY!   Preparation Time: Approximately 5 minutes Cook Time: Approximately 40 minutes   Makes 6 Servings   340 Calories Per Serving: Protein 21g   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! Chili-Orange Chicken Drumsticks

This juicy and tender Chili-Orange Drumsticks dish is full of robust flavors, and low in calories. A great meal all year round. ENJOY!   Makes 4 servings Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 6 minutes   318 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! Potatoes Twice-Baked

After finding out that my Potassium levels where very low, I will be doing a few Potassium rich Foods this week. And I have been doing a lot of reading on this, and potatoes are one of the high potassium rich foods. This recipe is delicious and so full of flavors. ENJOY!   Makes 6 servings   Twice-Baked Potatoes Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes   255 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! Bell Pepper Bruschetta

Looking for a great Appetizer or Hors D'oeuvre, try this one. So many great flavors in one little bite. Your friends and family will want this low calorie and easy to make recipe. This Bell Pepper bruschetta is a big hit at my dinner party's, and am sure it will be for yours to. ENJOY!   Makes 15 pieces   Active Time: 15 minutes 175 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! PORTOBELLO CAPS STUFFED WITH TOMATO-OLIVES & CHEESE

Diabetes appropriate, Low calorie, Low carbohydrate, Low cholesterol, Low sodium, Heart healthy, Healthy weight, Gluten free.   This meatless dish makes for a great meal. Portobello caps make excellent mini casseroles. Here they hold a tomato, cheese and olive stuffing that grills up to a smoky perfection. Serve them with whole-wheat couscous and a mixed green salad for an easy meal. Tasty and filling to. ENJOY!!   Makes 4 servings Active Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes   122 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! ITALIAN TURKEY SAUSAGE & PEPPERS

This take on Sweet Italian Sausage & Peppers substitutes turkey or chicken for pork sausage. You will get the same favors and taste with less calories..ENJOY!   Makes 4 servings Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes   384 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! Easy Cooking Cheese Ravioli With Pumpkin Sauce

Think “out of the box” with this recipe…pumpkin isn’t just for pies anymore! Used in any dish, soups, stews and more, canned pumpkin adds beta carotene (vitamin A) and fiber. As the perfect thickening ingredient in creamy sauces, canned pumpkin can take the place of most higher fat ingredients (butter or cream) for a dish with less total fat, saturated fat and calories. My husband and family could not believe that the sauce was a pumpkin sauce they loved this dish and so do I. This dish will have your mouth doing a dance of happiness ENJOY!!   Makes Servings: 6 Per Serving 240 calories: Cheese Ravioli with Pumpkin Sauce   Preparation Time: Approximately 15 minutes Cook Time: Approximately 25 minutes   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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Remembering My Journey!

I was just sitting here this morning thinking about my whole weight loss journey and I so remember my first appointment with the doctor, when he told me I had to wait six months before having the surgery. I cried like a baby with the nutritionist, and I remember her remarking - omg, did I say something wrong?   I looked up at her with my sad eyes, weeping, and I said no. What happened was a few things - first, I wanted the surgery so badly and thinking six months seemed so long down the road. The second was knowing how much weight I had to loose - that huge number seemed overwhelming to me - I wanted to loose 138 pounds. Third, I was so excited knowing that my 6 month journey has begun.   So she gave me a box of tissues, we hugged and she said it is going to be ok - 6 months will fly by before you know it. I have to say it did - I was at my last nutritionist's appointment, and she said - wow, your surgery is in a few weeks - and I cried again - by this time she was used to me crying, so she knew it was not her LOL!   This morning I was thinking about, wow, me! - I lost 96 pounds. What I had decided to do was not look at the 138 pounds total to loose, but to take it in increments of 10 pounds each - and that made it easier to deal with. Before I knew it, those ten-pound increments began to add up - 30, 50, 70, 90! 4 more pounds, soon to be 100! And that was how I was able to deal with that number of 138 pounds to loose.   This has been one of the most amazing journeys that I have ever embarked on. I invite you to check out my blog to see some of the steps I have taken to get to where I am today:thumbup::   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/   Thank you again for all your kind words and support!
Debra G

Debra G

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Halloween Treat! BOO LICIOUS

BOO Licious Jello Shots   Jello shots served at Halloween Parties are a tradition. Jello shots are probably one of the easiest type of shot to make, delicious way to pump up the fun. And Gulit Free, have fun. SCARY GOOD!!   Servings Per Recipe: 18   91 Calories: Per Serving   Ingredients:   2 boxes of Black Cherry Gelatin (use sugar-free)   1 c. High Proof Spiced Rum (I used 94 proof Krakken Black Rum)   18 Body Parts Gummies (Wal-Mart)   Directions:   1. Make Jello as directed subbing 1 cup of Rum for 1 of the 2 cups of cold water. Pour into lined muffin tins. Add a body part gummy to each shot. Chill overnight.   2. To serve: Peel the jello from the paper and flip over to reveal the encased body part. When these are set up, the gummies become very chewy, like flesh. Muahahahaha!   Happy Halloween!   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE HALLOWEEN RECIPE OR FOR MY RECIPE OF THE DAY!:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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