Yes it is me

So I'm going on week 5 of my Weight Watchers diet. As of today I have lost 3.4 pounds. Not too bad. I gained a pound and half the second week for some reason so I was kinda set back one week. But I feel like I'm doing really well now. WW recommends that you put some sort of exercise into the program. It speeds up the weight loss and is all around better for you. I've never been a gym kinda person and I can't really afford it at this time. So, I needed to figure out a way to exercise for free. My sister- in- law mentioned that she started running. She found an 8 week training program online and suggested I do the same. The program tells you exactly what to do every day for 8 weeks. At the end of the program you should be able to run for 30/ 2 miles without stopping. As I write this I just did my first day today. It wasn't easy, but it wasn't entirely difficult either. I know I'm going to be super sore tomorrow. But it will be worth it for sure. I'm so excited! Plus there are some HOT guy candy at the track. :-)

My mom also introduced me to the single best website ever. Hungry-girl.com This website is perfect for people on weight watchers because it gives the points for each recipe. It's also great for single people because most of the recipes are for one serving. They are also great for people on a budget. Most of the recipes don't call for very many ingredients. Plus they are super easy. Here are some of my favorites.

Citrus-licious Egg White Salad


Ingredients:
6 large hard-boiled egg whites, chopped (about 2 cups)
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
3 tbsp. fat-free mayonnaise
1 tsp. creamy Dijon mustard
1 tsp. lime juice
1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Directions:
Place onions in a small microwave-safe bowl with 1 tbsp. of water. Cover and microwave for 1 1/2 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, drain water and allow to cool completely.

In a separate dish, stir together the mayo, mustard, lime juice, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Once the onions have cooled, combine them with the chopped egg whites, red pepper and celery. Then add the mayo mixture, and stir until thoroughly mixed. Now devour...

MAKES 2 SERVINGS

PER SERVING (half of recipe, about 1 cup): 90 calories, 1g fat, 556mg sodium, 9g carbs, 1.5g fiber, 4g sugars, 11g protein -- POINTS®value 2*


Pigs on a stick wrapped in a bacon blanket

Ingredients:
1 Hebrew National 97% Fat Free Beef Frank
1 portion refrigerated Pillsbury Reduced Fat Crescent Rolls (unprepared)
1 slice extra- lean turkey bacon
1 think wooden skewer (i didn't use these but if you do they are more fun)
Optional mustard, ketchup, relish (for dipping)

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Skewer the hot dog length wise on the stick. Set aside.

Stretch or roll out the triangle- shaped dough slightly, to make it a larger triangle. Place hot dog along the base and gently but firmly roll it up. Squeeze the dough gently to ensure it is secure around the hot dog.

Carefully wrap bacon around the length of the dough- covered hot dog, so it looks like a spiral.

Place your blanketed pup in a baking pan sprayed lightly with nonstick spray. Bake in the oven for about 14- 16 minutes, until dough appears slightly browned and crispy.

Let cool slightly. If you like, dip your dog into one or more of the optional ingredients.

Makes 1 Serving.

PER SERVING (entire recipe): 155 calories, 6.5g fat, 760mg sodium, 15g carbs, 0g fiber, 2g sugars, 11g protein -- POINTS® value 4*



Stuffed Chicken Cordon Bleu



Ingredients:
One 5-oz. raw boneless skinless lean chicken breast cutlet
1 wedge The Laughing Cow Light Original Swiss Cheese, room temperature
1 oz. (about 3 slices) 97 - 98% fat-free ham slices
salt and black pepper, to taste


Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Put chicken in a large sealable plastic bag, squeeze out as much air as you can, and seal. Using a meat tenderizer or a can, carefully pound chicken through the bag until it is about 1/4-inch thick. Remove chicken from the bag, and season to taste with salt and pepper on both sides.

Lay the chicken flat and spread the cheese wedge over it. Evenly layer the ham slices on top of the cheese. Starting with one of the longer sides (or any side, if it's square), tightly roll up the chicken breast cutlet, and secure with toothpicks

Place chicken roll in a baking dish lined with foil and/or sprayed with nonstick spray, and then cover the baking dish with foil.

Bake in the oven for 20 minutes. Carefully remove the foil covering the dish. Continue to bake (uncovered) for an additional 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

MAKES 1 SERVING
Serving Size: 1 chicken cordon bleu (entire recipe) Calories: 222 Fat: 4.5g Sodium: 692mg Carbs: 2g Fiber: 0g Sugars: 1g Protein: 40g POINTS® value 5*


Go Hungry Girl!!! She totally rocks my socks!