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Favorite Potatoes

One thing writing for the food blog has done, it has got me looking back at recipes I haven’t used for a long while. That’s the thing when you cook every day you can become lazy and forget about trying new things or even resorting to old recipes but tend to stick with the same old thing. One such recipe I rediscovered when writing this blog was Pimento Chicken. When I typed it out for the blog I immediately thought, it used to be such a favorite with my husband and with guests. So guess what we had for dinner … Continue reading →

One Potato, Two Potato: The Potato Fast

I did this. Yes, I did. I went on a potato fast about three years ago. I quickly acquired the nickname, “Potato Girl”. Very funny. Much to my surprise, it worked. I lost about 5 pounds in three days. I know that healthy eating is the way to go and normally I would do that, as I am doing now. Every now and then, however, you desire to take off a few pounds quickly for an upcoming event and you have no time to waste. This is where the potato fast comes in handy. You are getting a very nutritious, … Continue reading →

Low-Cal Sweet Potato Pie

Is your mouth hankering for some delicious sweet potato pie like Mama used to make? Do you want to eat it so bad that you can almost taste it? Do you resent having to be on this blasted diet because it seems like all of the things that taste really, really good are high in calories? Think again! You can have your pie and eat it too! Here is a recipe for sweet potato pie that is too die for. Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups of sweet potatoes ¾ cup of skim milk 2 eggs 1-1/4 cups of no calorie sugar substitute … Continue reading →

Black Friday’s Sweet Potato and Beef Stew

I know some people avoid going to the malls on Black Friday because it’s crowded. But apparently, there are a whole bunch of bargain seekers who do not feel the same because if they did, the malls wouldn’t be crowded. I love going shopping on Black Friday. In one fell swoop I get all the Christmas shopping done. That’s 12 kids (that includes my own as well as nieces and nephews), my husband, my mom, and my in-laws. Very rarely do I have to go shopping beyond Black Friday. Yep, I’m one of those route planning, get-up-at-the-crack-of-dawn type people. But … Continue reading →

Two Thanksgiving Sides: Grandma Delp’s Pumpkin Casserole and Sweet Potato Casserole

This is a blog directly from the forums. When member QueenAngie asked us what we’re cooking for Thanksgiving dinner this year, a conversation of foods, customs and recipe sharing ensued. Someone asked for a sweet potato casserole recipe and so I thought I’d oblige with my favorite sweet potato casserole. Sweet Potato Casserole You will need: 3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes 2/3 cup white sugar 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup butter, softened Directions: … Continue reading →

What Don’t You Understand About Moderation?

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OK, this may be a bit of tough love today. Sometimes we need that and sometimes it just ticks us off. I apologize if this ticks you off. On one of the weight loss forums that I moderate here, people are starting to go off their diets in anticipation of Thanksgiving. In particular, the big Thanksgiving food fest that this holiday has become for many Americans. I take serious issue with this mindset. It seems to me that Thanksgiving has become less about thanks and gratitude and more about seeing how much food we can pack into our already overweight … Continue reading →

Ode to the Sweet Potato

If you are struggling to get vegetables into your kids then the sweet potato can become your best friend. They are rich in dietary fiber, Vitamin-A, Vitamin-C, and Vitamin-B6. In fact, if your kids hate carrots, this is a great alternative. (Even if your kids don’t hate carrots, sweet potatoes are a good addition to the diet.) They’re super versatile too. If you’re not quite sure what to do with a sweet potato here are a few ideas: I generally boil my sweet potatoes just like you would a regular potato. When they’re good and soft, I peel them and … Continue reading →

Mission Possible: Ode to the Cooler

Current BMI: 31 One of the reasons that I like journaling as a means to facilitate weight loss is that it helps me identify patterns. I don’t make a huge production of my journal. I just basically write down whether or not I drank enough water, whether or not I ate 5 to 8 servings of fruits and vegetables and how much if any sweets I ate. (Sweets are my huge weakness.) I might note if I had fast food as well. In any case, I’ve already discovered (or rather rediscovered) something that is going to be a pitfall for … Continue reading →

Au Gratin Sweet Peas

In a holiday rut? Are you tired of the same old menu every single year—sometimes twice in two months? Are you sick of green bean casserole? If you’re looking for a delightfully different side-dish to serve at this year’s holiday gathering, consider au gratin sweet peas. They’re sweet, creamy, and delicious! They’ll leave your guests pleasantly surprised and give you, the chef, a new side dish to prepare any time you want to change things up a little. Best of all, you’ll be eating your peas—your mother would be proud. For this recipe you’ll need: 2 Tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon … Continue reading →

Two more mashed potato recipes for your holiday table

Recipe 2: Herb Infused Mashed Potatoes **The recipes below call for a food mill. If you don’t have one, you can find one at your local cookery or hardware shop. Or, if you prefer, you may mash your potatoes with a hand masher or may use an electric mixer. You’ll need: 4 pounds russet (brown) potatoes, peeled and diced into one-inch pieces 1 ½ cups whole milk ½ cup herb infused oil (make your own by blending ¼ cup fresh herbs and 1-cup olive oil until finely pureed. Strain with cheese cloth and keep in a sealed jar). ½ tsp. … Continue reading →