quilthappygail

That BLT sounds like something even my DH would try. I'll make for part of lunch tomorrow Thanks.

BonniFeltz

The BLT sounds great. As for plateaus, etc. You will get off of that and start to lose again. You might be building up some muscles with the exercise and it will kick back into losing sooner or later. Hang in there.

BonniFeltz

From healthy cuisine / whomeworry



LOW-FAT OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN
Yield: 6 servings

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
6 skinless chicken breast halves or 6 skinless chicken thighs 1-3/4 to 2 pounds)
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon margarine, melted

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the yogurt, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper and garlic in a large bowl mix well. Coat the chicken with the mixture. (The chicken may be covered and refrigerated overnight or baked immediately) Prepare a shallow roasting pan or jelly roll pan with a nonstick pan spray. Combine the bread crumbs and margarine in a shallow dish. Coat the chicken with the crumbs place in the pan. Bake breasts for 25 mins thighs for 30 to 35 mins or until tender.

Nutritional Info Per Serving (1 thigh or breast half): Cals 240, Fat 8g,Chol 69mg, Sod 721mg, Carb 16g, Dietary Fiber 1g, Sugars: 2g, Protein:26g

Diabetic Exchanges 1 Starch, 3 Lean Meat

BonniFeltz

Spinach and Mushroom Smothered Chicken Recipe
4 Servings
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

3 cups fresh baby spinach
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon rotisserie chicken seasoning
2 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese, halved

Directions

In a large skillet, saute the spinach, mushrooms, onions and pecans in oil until mushrooms are tender. Set aside and keep warm.

Sprinkle chicken with seasoning. Using long-handled tongs, dip a paper towel in cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170°.

Top with cheese. Cover and grill 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. To serve, top each chicken breast with reserved spinach mixture.

Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half equals 203 calories, 9 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 68 mg cholesterol, 210 mg sodium, 3 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 27 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 very lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

TammyD

Hi! Is it too late to join? I did weigh myself close to July first so I have a starting point. I need all the help I can get! :-D

TammyD

I in my excitement didn't read there was a deadline. So sorry about the above post. I answered my own question. I will just be a lurker. :D

BonniFeltz

I still hope that you'll share your journey and help yourself to the recipes given, etc. It is my impression that this goes on each month so watch and you'll see it for next month too.

MissyGirl

CarolJ,

Remember that muscle mass weighs more than fat and you might very well be building muscle mass with all that bike riding. I think your plateau will end soon. Hang in there!

Missy

CAROLJ

Missy, are you feeling better today? I hope so. You're not in this alone.

Thanks for the words of cheer. It's such a conundrum this losing weight. We can understand others and their plight but have very little sympathy and patience for ourselves. Carol

trupeach1

Don't just lurk join the fun with comments, encouragement, recipies and {{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}} Start your diet now and join the Aug weight loss challenge with a prize. This is the 3rd month we are doing it and I plan on hosting it every month until I reach my goal which could be a year. :lol: :lol: :lol: