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:)Hi Rainbow...do you take recipe requests? I'm wondering if you could come up with a pad thai recipe from the pasta.
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Soft Pretzel with Mustard!!
so i went to a concert recently... and all the foods there...well...lets just say temptation... with a capital "T"!! so i came home and made a soft pretzel with mustard!! TAKE THAT TEMPTATION!!!!!! SOFT PRETZEL & FRENCH'S YELLOW MUSTARD http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8071/8...76a4ea5100.jpg I started with the ProtiDiet Pizza Mix...NO sauce just the DRY MIX http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7269/7...d2d33fe0a7.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8482/8...1cdacf1574.jpg Add 2 TBSP water....and mix...do not add more water. http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8077/8...e26007659d.jpg roll out into a long rope like piece of dough http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8491/8...a42ed66a74.jpg shape it into a pretzel shape SPRINKLE with Salt...i used my PINK sea salt!! bake 350 degrees on parchment paper 15-17 minutes or until lightly brown |
I was just going to pick up a box of the pizza mix, you totally just sealed the deal :)
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SO MY HERO!!! I have a few of these packets in my pantry. Making a pretzel tonight!!! Thank you Rainbow!
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my dough would probably laugh at me if i tried to roll it out like that
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Pretzel out of the pizza mix...GENIUS
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i am soooooo ordering the pizza dough....looks wonderful! Thanks again for taking the time to share your recipes....I dont think I would be able to get though this without them!!!
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I just made these into pretzel bites too! Really helps with a bread craving. They were so good. Thanks Rainbow!
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Was going to make the pizza for lunch tomorrow, but might have a pretzel instead! Thank you Susan!
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I am sitting here munching on the pad thai dish.... and Rainbow you have done it again....this might be my favorite dish you have invented! (my non dieting husband agrees!) I added hot pepper flakes and some curry to spice it up....then I tried to make some cauliflower rice with soy sauce...(it was awful, I haven't mastered that yet!) But you portion of my dinner is just out of this world....i will DEFINITELY make this again! Thank you for sharing with us!
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Where is the pad thai dish recipe? I don't see it!
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Sweet & Spicy Mac & Cheese with Broccoli http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8220/8...f39d01bf_z.jpg wow!!! this was so much better than i expected! CREAMY....CHEESY....SPICY....AND A DASH OF SWEETNESS!!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8358/8...ebff9ce9_z.jpg I started with this....Proti-Thin Fusilli and Health Smart Vanilla Pudding and Land O Lakes Cheddar Cheese Seasoning Sprinkles. I made up the pudding for a snack....and took out 2 tbsp for my "sweet & spicy cheese sauce".... i added 2 tsp of the cheese sprinkles....and gave it a good stir!! ( i saved the rest of the pudding....and added some torani sugar free lime syrup for some key lime pudding snack!!!) http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8464/8...2d7c3485_z.jpg I put on the fusilli to cook in salted boiling water for 15 minutes... http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8493/8...21d016c4_z.jpg next....i spiced up the "cheese sauce" with some smoked paprika chipotle and some chipotle pepper flakes!! i let this sit while the pasta cooked...to let the spices and sauce marry!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8076/8...617cee92_z.jpg after 15 minutes of cooking the pasta...i added 1 cup chopped frozen broccoli florets...and cooked for 5 more mins. http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8499/8...aec4d2b5_z.jpg then i mixed my sweet & spicy cheesy sauce with the pasta and broccoli and gave it a good stir!! then added it into a nice bowl! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8515/8...3a45d219_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8220/8...f39d01bf_z.jpg added some salt and pepper...and then topped it with 5 crushed IP southwest puffs!! for some crunch! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8...d40f497b_z.jpg wannabite???? YUMMMMY!!!! |
Hooray, Rainbow's back in the kitchen cooking.
Recipe book is updated. https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwW...TY2TXA5b2VNMGc Molly |
YEAH!!!! Rainbow's back in the kitchen!!!!
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LEMON BASIL CAULIFLOWER FRITTERS with RED CURRY DIPPING SAUCE
Lemon Basil Cauliflower Fritters with Red Curry Dipping Sauce http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8044/8...9882b133_z.jpg these are D.E.L.I.C.I.O.U.S.!!!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8187/8...3d864738_z.jpg 2 CUPS CAULIFLOWER FLORETS ....cooked in 4 tbsp water in the microwave for 6 mins. or until fork tender http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8476/8...d98eb950_z.jpg i line a small bowl with 2 layers of paper towels scoop the steamed cauliflower in and give a gentle squeeze http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8352/8...f2e34eec_z.jpg to get all the excess water out. http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8183/8...3977805e_z.jpg crush florets with a fork!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8465/8...0b2dae9e_z.jpg this is what i used! 1/2 packet ideal protein potato puree zest of 1 lemon 1 tbsp diced pimentos (could also use diced roasted red peppers too!!) 4-5 fresh basil leaves 2 garlic cloves finely diced 1 egg white dash red pepper flakes http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8098/8...c7b0dd54_z.jpg add it all into your bowl http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8335/8...c2b80f70_z.jpg then give it a nice mix!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8468/8...fc13253d_z.jpg RED CURRY DIPPING SAUCE 1 tbsp walden farms of homemade mayo 1 tsp red curry paste 1 tsp yellow mustard salt and pepper 1-2 tbsp fresh lemon juice to make sauce to desired dipping thickness http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8355/8...72bb7096_z.jpg mix all of the above well in a small bowl http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8327/8...76c7bf0d_z.jpg heat your non stick skillet and give a spray or two of olive oil http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8043/8...ee0faf0c_z.jpg make 10-12 little balls and fry a few minutes until browned!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8352/8...0a204690_z.jpg ENJOY!!!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8097/8...05e07279_z.jpg WANNABITE??? |
Mmmm....making these tonite for lunch tomorrow! (whole potato puree packet, tho)
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These fritters sound awesome Rainbow. I'm going to try them this weekend. Thankfully I saw this just before placing my packet order for the week.
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Lemon Blueberry Scones and Wild Blueberry Acai Green Tea with Lemon
Lemon Blueberry Scones and Wild Blueberry Acai Green Tea with Lemon http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8494/8...56610b26_z.jpg i started with this: http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8357/8...d1f73609_z.jpg 1 packet ProtiDiet Blueberry Pancake (dry mix) 1 egg white only 1/2 tsp baking powder dash salt 3 TBSP Blueberry Tea 1 TBSP Fresh Lemon Juice and Lemon Zest http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8464/8...e2bcbeba_z.jpg add all ingredients into a small bowl http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8496/8...7ab28080_z.jpg mix gently until all dry ingredients are moist, do not over mix http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8189/8...0be25161_z.jpg spray 2 small pyrex custard cups with non stick spray you could also use a muffin tin http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8466/8...74a45d78_z.jpg divide the mixture into the 2 pyrex bowls BAKE 350 for 15 mins http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8516/8...f2201054_z.jpg lightly browned and looking delish!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8217/8...de933a61_z.jpg cool slightly http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8517/8...f594a2c9_z.jpg this is what the bottoms look like!! YUM!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8231/8...f0dcebac_z.jpg fluffy goodness and not rubbery at all!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8080/8...c9e44eb6_z.jpg i used NATURE'S HOLLOW SUGAR FREE WILD MOUNTAIN BERRY PRESERVES but you can also use Walden Farms Raspberry Spread this adds 5 net carbs to your brekkie from what i have read, if the sugar alcohols are more than 5 grams you subtract HALF from the carb count to get a NET carb count carb: 8 sugar alcohols: 6 8 minus half of 6 ~ 8-3 = 5 net carbs some people say to subtract the entire amount of sugar alcohols carb: 8 sugar alcohols: 6 8-6 = 2 net carbs either way it does add carbs....so its up to you don't take my word for it, look it up :) http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8376/8...a09624b1_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8075/8...3254e349_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8474/8...e3a0f7b4_z.jpg Y.U.M.M.Y. http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8187/8...8581079a_z.jpg WANNABITE??????? Make your cup of Bigelow WILD BLUEBERRY & ACAI GREEN TEA and use 3 tbsp for your recipe... then add the rest of the lemon zest and squeeze the entire rest of the lemon juice into your tea!! ooooh so good!!! |
OMG, Rainbow, I actually had a dream about your lemon basil cauliflower fritters last night. I was in my kitchen gathering ingredients and was stressed out because I didn't have any red curry paste.
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Those scones look heavenly.
I only have the plain pancake mix at home. I'll have to try them with the plain mix and then dip in my WF blueberry pancake syrup. I'm seriously thinking I should tell everyone at work I'm coming down with something so I can go home now and make the scones.:) |
Rainbow - thank you so much for helping me cook better! You have helped more than you can imagine and for that I want to thank you! THANK YOU!:hug:
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Glad to see Rainbow's back cooking again. These new recipes looks scumptious.
I have updated the recipe book Again, here is the link https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwW...TY2TXA5b2VNMGc Molly |
Maple Delicata Bisque and Key Lime Pina Colada Smoothie
Maple Delicata Bisque & Key Lime Pina Colada Smoothie http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8083/8...d5d14042_c.jpg http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7121/8...9aa05598b1.jpg this is delicata squash....it IS considered a winter squash, however, it is a LOW CARB choice, so i use it as a veggie choice....ALTERNATIVE!!! http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7251/8...9461a23f3e.jpg this is the nutritional values...so use your own judgement http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematte...ection-storage *** SEE PREVIOUS POST ON HOW TO BAKE DELICATA SQUASH http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8325/8...3053eb25_z.jpg turn over squash and scoop out the center into a bowl http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8090/8...181597c4_z.jpg i added 1 tsp orange zest http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8468/8...c1e1e539_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8363/8...e0804834_z.jpg add 2 tbsp sugar free maple syrup like walden farms or josephs or what i now use Maple Grove Farms Vermont Sugar Free Maple Syrup!!! http://www.netrition.com/maple_grove_syrup_page.html http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8518/8...3b453edf_z.jpg add 1 tsp chili powder zest of 1/2 lime juice of 1/2 lime http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8215/8...ecd6b066_z.jpg OPTIONAL: but not for phase 1 top with: 1 oz sweet coconut milk 1 tsp roasted pumpkin seeds http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8498/8...6430cd42_z.jpg i used Eden Organic Dry Roasted Pumpkin Seeds http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8043/8...2aa36048_z.jpg OPTIONAL: not for phase 1 2 baked pita chips Key Lime Pina Colada 1/2 Lime zest 1/2 Lime Juice 1 scoop Jay Robb Pina Colada Protein Powder 1 cup crushed ice 2 tbsp sweet coconut milk 2 cups cold water mix all together in a magic bullet and blend until smooth garnish with a lime slice and ENJOY!!!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8354/8...079d08e2_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8079/8...3a053854_z.jpg WANNABiTE?????? |
I'm SOOOOOO makin' the Key Lime Pina Colada with my IP Pina Colada pack and no coconut milk (while in P1). Good idea to add lime ;)
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Dreamfields Spaghetti and Bella Vita Pasta Sauce ALTERNATIVES
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8228/8...517d9cd3_z.jpg i LOVE spaghetti!!! 36 weeks without and 115 pounds later, i decided to find a suitable ALTERNATIVE for spaghetti. i tried nearly every low carb packet i could find that was somewhat classified as spaghetti!! this is the best alternative!! it was delicious!!! VIVA ITALIANO!!! i do NOT like miracle noodles at all.... i found DREAMFIELDS PASTA at NETRITION http://www4.netrition.com/dreamfield..._page.html#how How it works: Dreamfields patent-pending process adds a unique blend of protein and inulin fiber (a 100% natural prebiotic fiber found in common foods such as Jerusalem artichokes (sunchokes), asparagus, garlic, raisins and chicory root) to premium durum wheat semolina, resulting in a pasta with 5 grams fiber per serving (about twice that of regular pasta), a 65% lower glycemic index (GI) than regular pasta (Dreamfields GI = 13; regular pasta GI = 38), and 5 grams digestible carbohydrates per serving, which results in a lower blood glucose rise compared to that following consumption of regular pasta. Of the 41 grams carbohydrate in each serving of Dreamfields pasta (2 oz. dry or about 5 oz. cooked), all but 5 grams carbohydrates are protected from being absorbed due to the unique patent-pending process used to make the pasta. The unique blend of protein and inulin are balanced to provide functional properties to modify the product’s microstructure and influence starch granule permeability. A matrix is created within the semolina flour, thereby preventing starch-digesting enzymes from cleaving digestible carbohydrates into absorbable monosaccharides. The carbohydrate protected from digestion can pass to the colon where it is fermented, providing many of the benefits of fiber. Aside from reducing starch digestibility, the changes to the pasta’s microstructure and starch granule permeability reduce the GI. Each batch of pasta undergoes rigid clinical testing to ensure that there truly are only 5 grams of digestible carbohydrate per serving and to ensure the accuracy of the stated GI level. The testing method includes measuring blood glucose response to the whole food in humans to establish the pasta’s glycemic load. This clinical testing is conducted at AMK Clinical Research Facility in Gainesville, Fla., an independent laboratory. http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8216/8...cbcc42cd_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8504/8...6332d2ea_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8510/8...27b922ab_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8336/8...30eacce1_z.jpg the first thing i did was open the pack, and measure out 1 oz of pasta for my SERVING the nutritional information is based on 2 ounces but i am keeping the total closer to a packet amount so only using 1 ounce http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8514/8...c2b87657_z.jpg once measured out, i broke the spaghetti in half, and placed into individual baggies, so i can just grab a 1 ounce bag anytime! i could also use this for chicken noodle soup just break smaller before cooking! the pasta costs 2.49 a package, and this made me 13- 1 ounce servings thats just under 20 cents a serving!!!!!!!!!!!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8364/8...981ebbdf_z.jpg then store in an air tight container http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8227/8...1fc19b17_z.jpg i also bought BELLA VITA PASTA MEAT SAUCE from NETRITION http://www4.netrition.com/bella_vita...auce_page.html this is 6 servings and costs 3.99 67 cents per serving!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8476/8...4a33868c_z.jpg i browned 12 ounces of 93/7 ground beef this was on sale for 3.49 a pound which is .22 an ounce or about 2.64 for the 12 ounces and i divided this into 6 total servings once i added the pasta sauce .44 per serving!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8053/8...222bfbba_z.jpg i cooked my beef with some dehydrated onions...then added the sauce http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8505/8...6e49ef70_z.jpg http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8352/8...bc63820c_z.jpg i divided it into 6 equal servings.... 5 to store and 1 to eat now!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8377/8...9783b4e5_z.jpg let cool....and then 2 in the fridge and 3 into the freezer!!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8218/8...12b83f09_z.jpg pasta cooked in some salt water 1 ounce was more than i expected once it was cooked!! and SO MUCH BETTER than anything in a packet! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8505/8...9766dc04_z.jpg in the meantime, i made my salad since i was counting my tomato pasta sauce as part of my veggie allowance, i kept my side salad simple and all unrestricted veggies normally i make my own salad dressing but i bought this on a recent trip to vermont its delicious!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8517/8...9be1cf9b_z.jpg now i measure 2 tsp to use!! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8053/8...7e837e19_z.jpg to make the dressing go a long way i add it to the lettuce first and stir well http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8510/8...364700b8_z.jpg this coats the greens well!! then i add my veggies! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8188/8...59e7f236_z.jpg i drained my pasta on a paper towel not risking any of this delicious pasta to go down the drain in a colander!! haha http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8327/8...9d42d6c1_z.jpg i added sauce into my bowl, then topped with pasta and then a wee bit more of the sauce on top! http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8511/8...45821705_z.jpg this was one of the best suppers i have had since beginning this journey!!! i used to eat a huge bowl of spaghetti, along with bread and then would be stuffed and no room for salad http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8228/8...517d9cd3_z.jpg this is such a wonderful TREAT!! i topped it with 1 tbsp shaved parmesan and FRESH BASIL!!! 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I read a lot about dreamfield's when I was on Atkins. I'm okay without pasta. I'd read that some people find more of an impact on blood sugar (hence insulin). Keep careful track of your losses after adding dreamfield's & see how it goes.
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Rainbow...you never cease to amaze me girl! I am in awe of your cooking talent... :)
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Celery Root Soup
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8109/8...a864086240.jpg Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 leeks, cleaned and chopped sea salt 2 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced one large celery root (about 3-pounds, 1.5kg), peeled and cubed 3 cups (750ml) chicken stock (try to use homemade) 3 cups (750ml) water 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly-ground white pepper scant 1/8 teaspoon chile powder In a large pot, add the leeks and olive oil and cook for about five minutes, stirring frequently. Add the garlic cloves and season with salt, and continue to cook until the leeks and garlic are soft and translucent. If the pot begins to brown too much on the bottom as they cook, add another pour of olive oil. Add the celery root and stock. (Or use all water.) Bring to a boil, then reduce to a strong simmer. Cook, with the lid to the pot ajar on top, until the celery root pieces are soft and easily pierced with a paring knife, about forty five minutes. Add white pepper and chile powder, the purée using a hand mixer, or let the soup cool to room temperature and whiz in a blender until smooth. Taste, and season with additional salt and pepper if desired. If the soup is too thick, it can be thinned with water or stock. |
The Celery Root soup looks yummy Rainbow! I just wish I could find celery root a little easier. It's been on my shopping list for the last 3 weeks with no luck. I'm going to try a new store today to see if I can find it and make this soup. I also want to try celery root fries in my actifry but if that doesn't work then maybe I'll also have found a jicama.
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Thanks Rainbow & Molly!
Wow! My mouth is now watering... |
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