My daughter (12yr old) LOVES my pumpkin pie. She has at least 2 slices per day (as do I). Yunno...pumpkin IS a veggie...and for all you parents of finicky eating children...it's not a bad way to sneak in some beta carotene rich veggies!
Oh and here's the best part. It's soooo easy to make. Here's the recipe.
1 28oz can of Libby's Pumpkin Pie Mix (pumpkin, sugar & spices..that's all it is)
2/3 cup carnation evaporated milk (I use the reg fat kind, but I'm sure you can try the low fat one to reduce calories...not sure what it'll do to the consistency though)
2 large eggs
1 deep dish 9" crust
Just mix, pour in raw crust and back on 425 degrees for 15 mins, then lower heat to 350 degrees for 55 mins and let sit on counter for 2 hours and chill in frig. I like to eat it the next day...that's it...that's all! Isn't it GREAT!
K....was a little lazy today...or maybe the sweltering heat 90+degrees made it too hot for me to work outdoors....or perhaps a bit of both!
Anyhoot...just an update on my eats this week. It's been all good...but I've been literally FEASTING on fresh fruit. Particularly WATERMELON, ORANGES & PINEAPPLE! I've also been really loving my frozen fruit protein smoothies. Taste like icecream shake.
I've noticed that my eating has been much better since I stopped logging everything here. I'm just listening to my body and staying active. I'm really happy about that, because I feel I'm getting ready for the long haul. In real life, I will not be counting every calorie, but living life in moderation (which includes what and how much I eat). The only thing I miss incredibly is running. It has become part of who I am. It is a great stress reliever, and it challenges me mentally....keeps my mind strong. As Arnold S. says..."I'll be back!"
Gwen - Yes, the newer Atkins bars are less calories than the original (chocolate peanut butter protein bar - 240 cals.), and all have this rice krispy like texure. Glad you like them....however, I am not a fan of any of the newer bars. The only kind I've ever liked is the choco-peanut butter bar...it's an acquired taste (my niece hates them!). I like the gritty texture and chunky peanut butter taste! But it's sooooooo expensive. At Walmart they are $8 for 5 bars!!! That's ridiculous!
I just thought there was a cheaper and more "whole foods" way of enjoying 240 cals snack....and I was right...PUMPKIN PIE!!!! YEAHHHHH!!!
Great exercise too!
