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W95831
on 4/5/12 4:05 am - CA

Topic: RE: Help with lightening up this recipe

I did some experimenting the other night and ended up adding 2 scoops of protein powder (I used Any Whey unflavored protein instead of Syntrax). In addition, I used half the butter and almonds. I also swapped (and slightly increased the amount of) skim milk for the heavy cream.

I got it down to 208 calories per 6 bars (18g protein, 13g fat, 4 net carbs).
If I cut it into 8 bars, the calorie count goes down to 156 (14g protein, 10g fat, and 3 net carbs)!

The bars are sooo yummy! My husband was BEGGING me to let him lick the bowl!

Getting back on track 10yrs later after a REGAIN of approx 35lbs
Surgery weight: 277lbs Goal/maintenance weight: 135lbs

W95831
on 4/3/12 2:12 am, edited 4/3/12 2:17 am - CA

Topic: Help with lightening up this recipe

I found a link to a recipe for OMG Almond Joy Protein bars:
http://www.healthcentral.com/obesity/c/276918/135720/loss-ma intenance

It looks delicious, has a really nice punch of protein and very little carbs when compared to a lot of other bars. Unfortunately, its really heavy in calories and (to me) fat.

What are some ways that I can lighten up some of the ingredients? Because there's no real cooking/baking involved, are my options very limited on trimming this down a bit? Thanks!

Nutrition information:
273 calories, 18 grams protein, 8 grams carbohydrates, and 21 grams fat per bar

Ingredients

1 square unsweetened Baker's chocolate
2 Tbls. Butter
2 Tbls. heavy cream
3 packets of Stevia*
3 scoops Syntrax Nectar Protein Powder Chocolate Truffle
1 c. chopped raw almonds
1/2 c. unsweetened shredded coconu
2 Tbls. Sugar-free DaVinci almond syrup (or SF vanilla, or SF coconut)

Directions

Place chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe dish and microwave 1 min. Do not overheat! Remove from oven and stir until completely melted.
Add Stevia and cream and stir until incorporated.
Add protein powder, almonds, coconut and stir well.
Add the syrup and mix thoroughly. The "dough" will become stiff and you may have to knead it with your hands.
Line a bread loaf pan with plastic wrap and press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan.
Chill until firm. Cut into 6 large bars. Keep refrigerated or store in zip-lock bags and freeze.

Getting back on track 10yrs later after a REGAIN of approx 35lbs
Surgery weight: 277lbs Goal/maintenance weight: 135lbs

bbusymom
on 3/29/12 1:07 pm - MO

Topic: RE: Just bought some...... and need recipe.

Turkey breast, slice of provolone cheese, and fat free gravy i have added a slice if bacon too.

GFgirl
on 3/28/12 12:08 pm

Topic: Berry Frozen Yogurt - Greek Style

This is a great high-protein recipe that you can use to satisfy your sweet-tooth :) I make lots of different flavours - all so tasty and no ice cream maker required!

http://gastronomicfitness.blogspot.ca/2012/03/greek-style-fr ozen-yogurt-no-ice-cream.html

GFgirl
on 3/28/12 12:05 pm

Topic: RE: PB2 Can you give me some info on this stuff?

I used to use PB2 all the time. I really like it for postworkout shakes and I even used it moderately in baking. It gives a great pb taste when mixed into things at such a fraction of the calories. Definitely start by adding minimal water - the texture is much better that way!

My only beefs with it are: 1) as a dip or a spread, the texture isn't as 'pb-esque' as I'd like and 2) because it doesn't have any fat, it won't give you the same satiating feeling of regular pb. 3) it can get pricey when you fall in love w/ it like I did

My advice is: keep it for postworkout shakes when you want fat to be low but don't overdo it and have it all the time - ideally 'real' non processed food is the best. Also - if you like pb flavour a lot (and who doesn't) there are some great pb flavoured protein powders out there that are cheaper than buying pb2 on its own. Just my two cents :) I'd definitely recommend that you try it out and see what you think!

lipstick22
on 3/25/12 4:55 am

VSG on 03/20/12

Topic: RE: 3 weeks out... I need food ideas!

I saw a recipe where someone took 1/8 c or eggbeaters and cooked them in a skillet with pam. Then she put 2 tsp of refried beans, shredded cheese and a drop of ff sour cream, rolled them up like a mini burrito! I am having that next Tuesday when I can eat soft foods! OH YEAH!