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Yes, I’m writing a product review on hot dogs. Why? Because I love them and my son loves them and they are just good. I’m a bit of a hot dog snob though. I only like 100% beef hot dogs. Mystery dogs just gross me out, turkey ones have a strange texture, and the tofu ones should be banned from the … [Read more…]

Are you tired of eating the same old thing each morning? Try this. What could be better than a quick, tasty breakfast that is packed with protein to keep you going all day long? Fruity Granola yogurt parfait 6 oz    low fat plain or flavored yogurt   (WW has excellent 1 point yogurts) 1/2 c. low … [Read more…]

If you don’t have this recipe, you need to save it now. This soup is a wonderful addition to any meal or great on it’s own. POINTS® Value: 0 Servings:  12 Preparation Time:  50 min Cooking Time:  13 min Level of Difficulty:  Easy 2  medium   garlic clove(s), minced 1  medium   onion(s), diced 2  … [Read more…]

This week I really sat and tried to figure out the right “balanced diet”. I have figured just how much water I should be drinking but I also want to be sure that important things like carbs and proteins are balanced as well. With be being a steak and potato kind of gal, I wanted to make sure that my … [Read more…]

In keeping with our heart healthy month, what’s more important than (re)learning about the fats that can affect our pretty little hearts? Ladies and gent, It’s time to talk about fats! We need fats in our diets. There is no getting around them, our bodies depend on them, without fats we are just … [Read more…]

**Note: This is a recipe that I found while researching Eat Right for Your Type. I love popcorn and was looking for something that may satisfy my craving. I plan to get the ingredients on my next trip to the grocery store, so if you try it, be sure and let me know what you think! -Melissa … [Read more…]

WW Points/Serving: 5 Servings: 10 1 pound ground turkey breast 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cups each: tomato sauce and enchilada sauce 1 can (15 oz.) pinto beans and juice 12 corn tortillas 3 cups grated fat-free cheddar cheese (10 oz.) 1/4 cup sliced black olives In a large, heavy skillet sprayed … [Read more…]

I love easy meals to prepare. Better yet, I love any and all meals where buffalo chicken is involved. Here is a recipe that has both.  In just about 35 minutes these yummy wraps will have your taste buds singing! Buffalo Chicken Wrap 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce, such as Frank’s RedHot 3 … [Read more…]

With already confessing my love for Weight Watcher English Muffins earlier today, I share with you my favorite use for them. Quick and easy mini pizzas! This is such an easy recipe for kids to help with too. Who doesn’t love quick and easy? Quick pizzas, even better. Ingredients: A pack of WW … [Read more…]

If you’re like me, you are always on the lookout for healthy, yet quick and easy , meal options. I don’t especially love to cook and can think of many, many other activities I would rather be doing! This is why I love Schwan’s food. Not only do they deliver to your door, they offer a ton of options! … [Read more…]

Happy  30th Birthday Melissa!!!! In honor of Melissa’s 30th birthday today, we have to find the perfect “healthy” birthday cake. What girl doesn’t love chocolate, right? Exactly. Here is a low-fat, vegan chocolate (birthday) cake! The secret ingredient? Applesauce. This recipe uses applesauce … [Read more…]

This past year it seemed that every where I looked I saw pomegranates . From the produce bins, juice bottles and even Starbucks. When I ran across this heart healthy recipe I wanted to share. Unfortunately I was not familiar with pomegranate before and honestly what could be better than a … [Read more…]

What’s your poison? Beer, water, wine? What do you choose when you feel like wetting your whistle? Do you ever stop and consider just how many calories are in your adult beverage? Well maybe you should. Knowing what you are eating is important and what you are drinking is just as important. While … [Read more…]

Servings: 6 WW Points/Serving: 10 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 1/2 pounds lean ground sirloin 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon oregano 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 8-ounce package elbow macaroni, cooked according to package … [Read more…]

Servings: 12 WW points: 4 Points/cup 1 spray cooking oil 2 spanish onions, chopped 5 garlic cloves 2-4 tbsp chili powder, to your taste 1 bay leaf 2 tsp cumin 2 tsp oregano 2 tsp red pepper flakes 3 lbs lean ground turkey 4 16 oz cans of cannellini beans rinsed and drained 2 cups of fat free … [Read more…]