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[Shannon]

If you have any recipes that have helped you lose weight in the past or have seen some online, feel free to share them here

[frenchierae]

There was a weight loss thing I joined a few years ago that had exercises, goals, plans, forums, etc... Anyway, they also had recipes (and personalized eating plans, and shopping lists....) Anyway, without signing up, I think you can view the recipes.

recipes.sparkpeople.com/browse-recipes.asp

[suebaby22]

Banana-Strawberry Fruit Smoothie Recipe
1 banana, frozen
6 strawberries, frozen
1 1/4 cup water
1 tbsp. skim milk powder * i dont use that milk. i use 2 percent and i use half a cup*
1 heaping tbsp. high- quality protein powder (optional)
1 tsp. flax oil (optional)
In a blender, process all the ingredients until thoroughly mixed and serve.

If you dont have Strawberries available you can use Strawberry Jam 2 table spoon . if you dont want to freeze ur fruits. u can simply add 6 ice from a tray

[suebaby22]

Chicken Oriental Stir-Fry

1/3 cup (75 mL) low sodium chicken broth
3 tbsp (45 mL) Club House Garlic Plus One Step Seasoning
2 tsps (10 mL) soy sauce
2 tsps (10 mL) cornstarch
1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable or peanut oil
¾ lb (375 g) boneless chicken breasts, cut in 1/4 inch (5 mm) strips
1 ½ cups (375 mL) sliced mushrooms
1 cup (250 mL) snow peas, trimmed
1 red bell pepper, cut in strips

All You Do
Combine broth, seasoning, soy sauce and cornstarch; set aside. In a wok or large frying pan heat oil over high heat. Stir-fry chicken 2 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. Stir-fry mushrooms 1 minute. Add snow peas and peppers. Cook 1 minute or until vegetables are tender-crisp. Add chicken and broth mixture. Cook, stirring 1 minute or until thickened.

Nutritional Information
Per 1 serving
Energy 190 calories Protein 23 g
Fat 6 g, 9% Saturated Fat 1 g, 5%
Cholesterol 60 mg, 20% Carbohydrates 9 g, 3%
Fibre 1 g, 4% Sodium 830 mg, 35%
Trans Fat 0 g Sugars 3 g
Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 70%
Calcium 4% Iron 8%

[suebaby22]

Vegetable Stir Fry
Preparation time: 10 minutes. Serves 6.

Ingredients:

2 medium carrots
1 medium onion
1 small bunch of broccoli
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1/4 cup chicken or vegetable stock
Instructions:

Cut carrots into thin strips or thin slices on the bias
Cut onion in half vertically and then thinly slice
Cut broccoli into 2 X 1/2 inch pieces
In a 12 inch skillet or wok heat the oil over high heat until hot
Add the carrots and broccoli to the skillet and cook (saute) for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently
Add sliced onion, salt, sugar (if using) and the stock
Reduce the heat to medium
Cover the pan and cook about 4-5 minutes longer, until vegetables are crisp tender

[Shannon]

Great recipes!!
My mom found a smoothie blend from yoplait at the store this morning!!
Strawberry Banana!!
www.yoplait.com/products/yoplait-smoothie-yogurt

I can't wait to try it!!!