Post Op Recipes

[gailf 12]

I am 4 weeks post op, as of yesterday. I have not had any complications, I am tolerating most foods. However I am tired of the Protein Shakes. Please if any of you have any High Protein recipes to share it would be greatly appreciated. The thought of drinking another Protein Shake is nauseating.

[CyclicalLoser 155]

This is my favorite one, although I'm in the pureed stage - Italian cheese Bake

1c low fat ricotta cheese

1 large egg

1/4 c parmesan cheese

1/4 c reduced fat mozzarella cheese

1/2 c marinara sauce

1 tsp italian seasoning

4-second olive oil spray

(Note: I personally like it with more marinara and more italian seasoning)

(Makes 4 servings)

directions: pre-heat over to 400*F. Beat egg in lg bowl, mix in ricotta and parmesan and italian seasoning. Spray 4 ramekins with cooking spray. put 1/3c of cheese mixture into each ramekin. top with 1 Tbsp of mozzarella and 2 Tbsp marinara. Bake for 20 minutes.

140 calories | 12g Protein | 9g fat | 3g sat fat | 6g carbs | 2g Fiber | 5g sugar | 350mg sodium

Of course the above depends on your exact ingredients. I use fat free cheeses and it is a little bit less calories.