It’s New Year’s Eve, and typically this means partying the night away, watching fireworks, counting down the acorn drop and, of course, eating FOOD — crunchy, salty, warm, cheesy, sweet, spicy, cool and delicious food. This year, however, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, most New Year’s Eve gatherings are limited to those in your […]
*The following recipe was contributed by the WakeMed Bariatric Surgery & Medical Weight Loss dietitians. Stir Fry **makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp sesame oil 1 yellow onion, chopped 1-2 tsp garlic cloves, chopped (or garlic powder) 1 pound ground turkey Asian salad mix DIRECTIONS Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add chopped […]
Tuesday, February 25, marks “Fat Tuesday”, a holiday made for fun. Mardi Gras, and especially Fat Tuesday, is all about indulgence, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get in the New Orleans spirit and stay on track with healthy eating. View a printable version of this recipe. Mardi Gras Shrimp and Grits Serves 4 INGREDIENTS […]
Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake So here it is Thanksgiving and you are on an all liquid post-op diet for two weeks. Thanks to our friends at Bariatric Advantage, here is a recipe for liquid pumpkin pie!! Bariatric Advantage Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake INGREDIENTS 1 Scoop Bariatric Advantage- Vanilla Protein Powder 1 Cup of Skim Milk […]
View a printable version of this recipe. Barbecue Turkey Meatballs Serving size: 4 meatballs and 1/3 cup tomato sauce Servings per recipe: 4 INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend 2 ½ tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 tsp cumin ½ tsp paprika ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 can diced tomatoes with mild green chilis 1 […]
It’s almost one of everyone’s favorite holidays, Cinco de Mayo! We made this recipe both tasty and healthy, so it’s post-surgery friendly. Bariatrics-Friendly Queso To lighten the load, I did some research and made a few swaps. INGREDIENTS 1/2 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk 1 & 1/2 Reduced Fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese 3/4 Cup Rotel Diced […]
Hello Spring! Easter feels so fresh and full of life! It also has the very best themed candy of all the holidays. Enter the Spring Chicken Nest! Spring Chicken Pot Pie Nests Nest INGREDIENTS 1 Head Cauliflower 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese 1 Egg Pinch of Salt &Pepper Filling INGREDIENTS 8 oz. Cooked Chicken Breast, diced […]
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