I just plain adore meatloaf. This Easy Italian Meatloaf is both easy and full of Italian seasonings. Amazing. Over a decade ago I started working in bariatric surgery, and the dietitian who was training me mentioned swapping grated Parmesan cheese for breadcrumbs. Not only is it delicious, and does it
This easy Pesto Chicken is tender, flavorful, and made with homemade pesto and juicy chicken. Grill it or bake it for a light, restaurant-style dinner that pairs perfectly with pasta, rice, or fresh salad. Ready in 15 minutes! If you love fresh, vibrant flavors, this Pesto Chicken is going to
I am all about chili when it comes to weight loss surgery meals. They pack the ultimate protein punch! Plus flavor! Plus, you can freeze and reheat later! I mean…so many great things about chili. If you feel as strongly about chili as I do, you must trust this Beefy
This Cabbage Soup Recipe truly is a veggie lover’s dream come true. And maybe even a veggie hater’s dream come true. It’s honestly that good! The soothing blend of soft and flavorful vegetables and broth makes this a satisfying meal that fits into any diet or weight loss plan. It’s a warm
Here's a healthy turkey chili recipe that can be made in under 35 minutes for a delicious weeknight meal! This ground turkey chili will leave you feeling full and satisfied without the guilt. Normally when I think about chili I think of a slow weekend meal where the chili simmers
Post-op bariatric surgery patients are sometimes hesitant to go for beef dishes after surgery. Thick pieces of stew meat, like this Harvest Beef Stew, can be intimidating! Beef is dense and can hit hard or heavy. So how do you eat beef stew after surgery? A few important tips include
Delicious healthy broccoli cheese soup that's creamy, packed with cheddar cheese flavor, and just as tasty as the original version but with half the calories. As much as I love buying fresh veggies at the farmer’s market, with colder weather and winter approaching it isn’t always easy (or affordable) to
Meatballs aren't just for spaghetti and tomato sauce—they're a perfect canvas for bold flavors like curry, ginger, garlic, and coconut milk. These Slow Cooker Thai Curry Chicken Meatballs are packed with all the best Asian-inspired flavors and are seriously delicious. This Slow Cooker Thai Curry Chicken Meatballs recipe actually started
With sugar free orange Jello, cottage cheese, and yogurt, this Cottage Cheese Orange Creamsicle Protein Bowl is a healthy, high protein, low fat, gluten- free afternoon treat. I’m kind of on a mini cottage cheese kick! I first started loving cottage cheese during my Body For Life days. For the perfect protein plus
For only 22 calories per serving (or 135 calories for the whole recipe), you’ll love these loaded egg salad lettuce wraps. Egg whites, light mayo, mustard, and volume-enhancing red onion, celery, and bacon bits. The Ingredients in this Low Calorie Egg Salad First, I used egg whites. To boil the perfect egg that’s easy to
