LONG TERM GOAL ~ Slimming Down

I like that I am slimming down while still being able to eat more than salad greens 😉

And I’m getting out of the house more this year (more day-long Daytrips between neighboring States), so I’m not doing that many day-long kitchen cookathons: I’m doing more quick and easy meals; and freezing a very small number of leftovers this year.

I REALLY like recipes that are small portions, since I am only 1 now.

I still enjoy my 'junk food' days when I am on the road ... AND THAT'S OKAY: comfort food is fine as long as you don't drown in it. I find allowing the occasional comfort food, keeps my goal on target – otherwise I’d feel the depravation: and that would undermine the goal.

I am also shrinking myself wisely - toning as I drop poundage (group exercising Monday/Wednesday/Fridays & hiking alternate days – local or planned daytrip additions); that way my skin (elasticity is a real issue as the body ages; I’m 64 yo) does not hang on me as the pounds drop off 😊 

These are recipes that are quick, and tasty –but they are more than that … my food is my medicine, so I cook what benefits the body.

Lime Coconut Smoothie Bowl: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/lime-coconut-smoothie-bowl/?fbclid=IwAR29IQ86eiElzCuWDc1AZrk0fCle1odY3KDsG39puNk6Sgo3AS-5SHAKmNo

BBQ Chicken: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/barbecue-chicken-cant-stop-to-cook-this/?fbclid=IwAR1yZVouErJreJuBeQCm3z_8oGnt--VlL_OM6oK39dq-qkK9I8c-fM2uzUE

Parmesan Chicken Cutlet: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/parmesan-chicken-cutlet-great-alternative-dietary-food/?fbclid=IwAR2Cpe2e6kG8vR_AJabeHH5ltCw_m8tXuVcGj6ivZEt3RnKKJavsR2_N_Tc

Easy Seafood Salad: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/easy-seafood-salad/?fbclid=IwAR1e9lV4bhmGrsmpMadaElc9GAHD6bhAczJNwmoFAI4hoF6tQKgKOY9WZZs

Asparagus Ham Casserole: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/asparagus-ham-casserole-weight-watcher-recipe/?fbclid=IwAR2x1OVWu_cmDBxfO3G4wegmKKnesUexAaeDGpKM27Ko4CW2q2n3YT1y1c4

Blueberry Banana Ice Cream: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/blueberry-banana-ice-cream-perfect-frozen-vegan-recipe/?fbclid=IwAR29IQ86eiElzCuWDc1AZrk0fCle1odY3KDsG39puNk6Sgo3AS-5SHAKmNo

Creamed Onion Casserole: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/creamed-onion-casserole-creamy-weight-watcher-recipe/?fbclid=IwAR1Hieoqbzo96sv7yUz6WoLe7MHDHRmXVXCwUrH-7YjZMUnv9yzuLc7UPXc

Humus & Veggie Wrap: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/hummus-veggie-wrap-up/?fbclid=IwAR2u7uRJxGqaSMs-_gmNKp0XB2CxUFxfobW7ZlvkhRgknbs0TYU1jSTPZl4

Tuna Pasta Salad: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/tuna-pasta-salad-weight-watcher-recipe-healthy-recipe-for-weight-loss/?fbclid=IwAR3XeIcNh-ceMyd10-84syq0udAIh_MogKLVDAYMXqp1qdAvUtObf4YSPRo

Salisbury Steak: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/salisbury-steak-weight-watcher-recipe-good-choice-for-diet-recipe/?fbclid=IwAR29IQ86eiElzCuWDc1AZrk0fCle1odY3KDsG39puNk6Sgo3AS-5SHAKmNo

Tilapia with Jasmine Rice: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/tilapia-with-jasmine-rice/?fbclid=IwAR10BHGLs3quomTeEteYf2JvpvpVs94cEbLv1caDxR1DxQ1OwrX-hHG_S6Q

Chicken Gyros: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chicken-gyros/?fbclid=IwAR0rAcwiVvxwtQ8_zHjpjU-aLKl5tsz1L5icKgweTsaik3Zg4mfdWyiPjfQ

Quick Ginger Pork: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/quick-ginger-pork/?fbclid=IwAR0cX9z0vmxM6oCkUEkX5pNPDUHexmMnDyVNFs8B3hi3bSnIz-22k-dkP3c

Southwestern Pork Chops: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/southwestern-pork-chops-weight-watcher-recipe/?fbclid=IwAR2x1OVWu_cmDBxfO3G4wegmKKnesUexAaeDGpKM27Ko4CW2q2n3YT1y1c4

Vegetable Rainbow Hash: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/rainbow-hash/?fbclid=IwAR0cX9z0vmxM6oCkUEkX5pNPDUHexmMnDyVNFs8B3hi3bSnIz-22k-dkP3c

Turkey Sausage & Bell Peppers: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/turkey-sausag-bell-peppers-recipe-good-and-healthy-recipe/?fbclid=IwAR1ANZxa8wrWQTgXRqSU9KtRzRPC0j_8ItOC0ImzMyiuLYidRqFiiTfFxIQ

Sweet Onion & Cherry Pork Chops: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/sweet-onion-cherry-pork-chops/?fbclid=IwAR3c-7-MuybMiT9IOGTYJusvpCtjo8fXzzNrW_j-_g5n6LfJuuQIY14gghI

Beef-Orange Stir Fry: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/beef-orange-stir-fry/?fbclid=IwAR358rkp9Aw5mBw5yjvN0f7i-FhBE61ZykDDDFlmeFPjRPVUOY0CGtkEDmc

Black Bean Burger: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/black-bean-burger-low-calorie-weight-watcher-recipe/?fbclid=IwAR1C_JPI87eqXsV2bxX15bu3ufkwnn2q6fC6x4vcW2MLLAaIl3rWcDptLUM

Coffee-Marinated Beef Tenderloin Steak: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/coffee-marinated-beef-tenderloin-steak-morning-weight-watcher-recipe/?fbclid=IwAR1C_JPI87eqXsV2bxX15bu3ufkwnn2q6fC6x4vcW2MLLAaIl3rWcDptLUM

Grilled Steak with Caper Herb Sauce: http://www.77healthyrecipes.com/weight-watchers-recipes/grilled-steak-caper-herb-sauce-perfect-weight-watcher-recipe-for-simple-steak-dinner/?fbclid=IwAR3DO4qO_-g1pNdiF-2BfGIlsswCOHvlrhCvlnOTCJNRglaHc13I0KW9IEw

Spinach & Feta Stuffed Chicken: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/spinach-and-feta-stuffed-chicken/?fbclid=IwAR3Ta3HU-1ewESkQoDtP4_cxstUoxOrxeree4DrVGNZ_55WIkWjQanaqD9o

People get discouraged looking at the scales – LOOK AT YOUR BODY and see the difference as the pounds drop off; it is as noticeable as the looseness of your clothing DESPITE what the scales show you 😊 If the scales say he same number, months on end, but you know you are using a belt to keep your jeans on your hips (instead of the belly you had) … then you are slimming down – trust that 😉 Every body is different. A toned-down body is more attractive than a cadaverous one. MPO

FYI: muscle is heavier than fat. Go for the muscle; it will benefit you more than the scarecrow look.