So, now instead of being addicted to Netflix, I'm all about Court TV. How did I miss this little gem when I've had cable in the past? Last night we watched about 100 episodes of Forensic Files. So good! I also had 3 Izze and vodkas (it was a ROUGH day), so that may have added to the enjoyment.
Yesterday was just....you know. I felt trapped behind the counter and everyone had something to say and very specific needs. Sometimes it's all too much. My 11 hour days are long and I'm not always on my game, I'm afraid. Today is my third of three long days, but Saturdays are always okay with me. I've always liked working on Saturdays because everyone is in a good mood, and it's the day before SUNDAY, which is the very best day of the week. I used to hate Sundays and the terrible "Sunday feeling." I feel like owning your own business throws all the days to the wind and you take what you can get.
And on to Weight Watchers. It's been really easy so far, and I in fact have to eat quite a bit more than I'm used to. It's just different and more sensible. My real concern is that we love to go out to eat, and I can't see how that's really possible. It seems to me that you would just blow all your points at one time. Any suggestions from the WW alum? "Weigh In" is Tuesday, so I'll let you know how that goes.
At the risk of sounding like a crazy convert, I am going to post the WW Zero Point Vegetable soup, which is seriously THE BEST SOUP I'VE EVER MADE.
2/3 c. sliced carrot
1/2 c. diced onion
2 (we used 4) garlic cloves, minced
3 c. fat free broth (we used veg. boullion)
1 1/2 c. diced green cabbage
1/2 c. green beans
1 Tbs. tomato paste
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. diced zucchini
1. In large saucepan (we did it all in our cast iron pan) sprayed with cooking spray, saute the carrot, onion and garlic over low heat until softened (5 min.)
2. Add broth, cabbage, beans, tomato paste, basil, oregano, and salt; bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes or until beans are tender.
3. Stir in zucchini and heat 3-4 minutes and serve hot. Makes four 1-cup servings.
Misha also suggested adding red pepper flakes, which I haven't tried yet.
Go make some and tell me how good it is!
Yesterday was just....you know. I felt trapped behind the counter and everyone had something to say and very specific needs. Sometimes it's all too much. My 11 hour days are long and I'm not always on my game, I'm afraid. Today is my third of three long days, but Saturdays are always okay with me. I've always liked working on Saturdays because everyone is in a good mood, and it's the day before SUNDAY, which is the very best day of the week. I used to hate Sundays and the terrible "Sunday feeling." I feel like owning your own business throws all the days to the wind and you take what you can get.
And on to Weight Watchers. It's been really easy so far, and I in fact have to eat quite a bit more than I'm used to. It's just different and more sensible. My real concern is that we love to go out to eat, and I can't see how that's really possible. It seems to me that you would just blow all your points at one time. Any suggestions from the WW alum? "Weigh In" is Tuesday, so I'll let you know how that goes.
At the risk of sounding like a crazy convert, I am going to post the WW Zero Point Vegetable soup, which is seriously THE BEST SOUP I'VE EVER MADE.
2/3 c. sliced carrot
1/2 c. diced onion
2 (we used 4) garlic cloves, minced
3 c. fat free broth (we used veg. boullion)
1 1/2 c. diced green cabbage
1/2 c. green beans
1 Tbs. tomato paste
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. diced zucchini
1. In large saucepan (we did it all in our cast iron pan) sprayed with cooking spray, saute the carrot, onion and garlic over low heat until softened (5 min.)
2. Add broth, cabbage, beans, tomato paste, basil, oregano, and salt; bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes or until beans are tender.
3. Stir in zucchini and heat 3-4 minutes and serve hot. Makes four 1-cup servings.
Misha also suggested adding red pepper flakes, which I haven't tried yet.
Go make some and tell me how good it is!
posted by Caitlin @ 3/25/2006 12:01:00 PM
1 Comments:
At 3/26/2006 02:24:00 PM,
Tricia said…
I love this soup, and as soon as I can find it in this mess I will give you the delish 1 point (for 1 cup) chili recipe--you'll love it!
I also have one for Thai Peanut soup.
As far as eating out, it's tough for sure, but a lot of places are changing to lower cal foods these days. Also, eat your veggies, and bring half home! Lots of Asian food is chock full of veggies!
It's all planning, (not that that isn't a drag) but ask yourself "Do I want this food, or do I want to lose weight?" And if it's food, well, sometimes that's ok! :)
Other times, it's not...so then you have to call on the willpower genies, and drink tons of water to fill you up!
keep it up, rock star!
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