6th SemiAnnual Veggie Challenge

[RosieC]

Re: 6th SemiAnnual Veggie Challenge

Have any of you checked out the link to the Nutritional Spreadsheet that I included in the first post of this thread? It lists each food, the weight of the food per cup, the nutrition facts, and which rung the food is allowed. I LOVE this list! I printed it out, and use it all of the time.
Here is the link to it again: (Sorry I can't get it to look like it does in the first post)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/useful_files/CARB_COUNT.pdf

Thanks MitziMarie that is very useful!

I actually found something on there that I ate for lunch today ... mache ... which I couldn't find on the software that I use or on Fitday, but it's on this list

[JulieB]

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I'm in for the challenge - at the OWL level

[JulieB]

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For my first new veggie I think I am going to add Jicama, never had it don't even know what it looks like, but came across a recipe for "french fries". Anybody ever had it, and if so how did you cook it and what would you compare the taste to?

I've cut it up like french fries, then deep-fried in peanut oil. To me, it tastes like slightly sweet fries

[mitzimarie]

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Yay! More challengers!!

Lucy, Tammy, and Julie - WELCOME!

barrnone - OWL
Blueberrylady - OWL
Fancy1952 - OWL
Georgiana - OWL
goin2befit - Induction
gonnabskinny - Induction
gumby87 - OWL
happymom - OWL
imagood1 - Induction
jimmie 48 - OWL
JulieB - OWL
kntrylady - OWL
LittleLinda - Induction
liv - OWL
lucyloo - Induction
mitzimarie - Maintenance
mizski - OWL
RosieC - OWL
Sham - Induction
somethings gotta give - Maintenance
Valinerya - Induction
Whatsername - OWL

Rosie, I'm glad that you found the Spreadsheet useful. I love it.

[mitzimarie]

Re: 6th SemiAnnual Veggie Challenge

For my first new veggie I think I am going to add Jicama, never had it don't even know what it looks like, but came across a recipe for "french fries". Anybody ever had it, and if so how did you cook it and what would you compare the taste to?

Here you go:

jicama = jícama = yam bean = Mexican yam bean = ahipa = saa got = Chinese potato (this name also is used for arrow root) = Mexican potato = Chinese turnip (this name also is used for lo bok) Pronunciation: HIH-kuh-ma Equivalents: One jicama, cubed = 2 cups Notes: This tan-skinned tuber has a mild, nondescript flavor, but a nice crunchy texture. It's a good, cheap substitute for water chestnuts in stir-fries. Since it doesn't discolor, it's also a great vegetable to serve raw on a crudité platter. Peel it before using.

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I eat a LOT of jicama. They are usually located near the root vegetables in the produce section. If you can find a good one, they have a taste that is similar to a cross between a pear and a mild apple. Many of the ones I get, though, are pretty bland. I eat them anyway, because they're full of fiber, and I'm a fiber freak.

My biggest gripe with jicama, is that it is a royal PAIN to peel. But worth the effort. I usually eat it raw, but have also fried it in butter. I added some splenda and cinnamon, and it was nice.

One more thing - I didn't care for the taste of jicama at first... it tasted a little "root-y" (kinda like dirt). But after having it a few more times, it became a staple for me.

[gonnabskinny]

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OK, I've got to try it. Even if it does taste like dirt. Already thinking of variety. BTW, do you know how long it will keep once it is peeled?

I guess I'm back on track. Keeping up with veggies, water, exercise, and vitamins. Headaches are gone and lost 14 lbs in the first five days! Major ketosis going on!

[Sherri]

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Hi Mitzi friend,
I would like to join this wonderful challenge that I have enjoyed participating in.
I look forward to being here with you and the other challengers as well.
Going shopping saturday to buy all my veggies for the challenge. I can't decide which new veggie to try. I'll scope out the veggie department saturday and see what I can come up with.
Thank you for hosting this challenge Pumpkin Princess
Love ya, Sherri

[Earth_Joy]

Re: 6th SemiAnnual Veggie Challenge

I'm In.

[mitzimarie]

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OK, I've got to try it. Even if it does taste like dirt. Already thinking of variety. BTW, do you know how long it will keep once it is peeled?

Don ~ You can keep them in the fridge for a couple of days, until you are ready to cut them. Although they can vary a lot in size, the ones available to me have been pretty big. I peel the whole thing, and cut it up into pieces (whatever shape you want; I keep them kinda thin, as jicama retains its crunchiness). Then I measure out cup portions on my little food scale and put them into plastic baggies to stick in the fridge (130g = 1 cup). I usually get about 4 cups out of the size I get, and I've kept these in the fridge for a few days.

I guess I'm back on track. Keeping up with veggies, water, exercise, and vitamins. Headaches are gone and lost 14 lbs in the first five days! Major ketosis going on!

Wow! Well done, Don!!

14 pounds in 5 days... If only it worked that way for me.

[mitzimarie]

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Hi Mitzi friend,
I would like to join this wonderful challenge that I have enjoyed participating in.
I look forward to being here with you and the other challengers as well.
Going shopping saturday to buy all my veggies for the challenge. I can't decide which new veggie to try. I'll scope out the veggie department saturday and see what I can come up with.
Thank you for hosting this challenge Pumpkin Princess
Love ya, Sherri

SHERRI! What a pleasant surprise to come home to, this evening! You've just made my day.

Will you being doing Induction during the Challenge?

[mitzimarie]

Re: 6th SemiAnnual Veggie Challenge

I'm In.

Excellent! It's a pleasure to meet you, Earth_Joy.

Here's our current roster... if any of you discover an error, just let me know.

barrnone - OWL
Blueberrylady - OWL
Earth_Joy- Induction
Fancy1952 - OWL
Georgiana - OWL
goin2befit - Induction
gonnabskinny - Induction
gumby87 - OWL
happymomto4 - OWL
imagood1 - Induction
jimmie 48 - OWL
JulieB - OWL
kntrylady - OWL
LittleLinda - Induction
liv - OWL
lucyloo - Induction
mitzimarie - Maintenance
mizski - OWL
RosieC - OWL
Sham - Induction
Sherri - Induction
somethings gotta give - Maintenance
Valinerya - Induction
Whatsername - OWL

[mitzimarie]

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I'm planning some meals for next week, and thought I'd share one of my favorite recipes:

Shrimp Scampi Bake



Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 6

"This rendition of a classic dish of shrimp baked in butter, garlic, lemon juice and parsley, is even better with the help of Dijon-style mustard."
Ingredients:
1 cup butter
2 tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 pounds medium raw shrimp, shelled,
deveined, with tails attached

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and parsley. When the butter melts completely, remove from heat.
3. Arrange shrimp in a shallow baking dish. Pour the butter mixture over the shrimp.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © 2009 Allrecipes.com Printed from Allrecipes.com 11/6/2009

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This is in my short list of all-time favorite meals. I pour it over spaghetti squash... mmmmm.... I always eat too much!

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spaghetti squash = calabash = vegetable spaghetti Notes: After it's cooked, you can dig a fork into the flesh of a spaghetti squash and pull out long yellow strands that resemble spaghetti. Though they taste like squash, the "noodles" can serve as a low-carb substitute for pasta.

[Sherri]

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SHERRI! What a pleasant surprise to come home to, this evening! You've just made my day.

Will you being doing Induction during the Challenge?

Hi buddy xo
Yes, induction. I'm really happy at this phase.
I'm glad I made your day. Yay us! LOL
I look forward to this challenge each time. It really sets me on course for success. Thanks Mitzi Girl!
Love ya, Sherri xo

[Fancy1952]

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Hi Mitzi, thanks for the link to the carb counter. I had found that some time ago, and it's in my kitchen along with pages of recipes from Linda's web site. I've looked for jicama, but it's not carried in stores around here, I'll have to check farther away, when we go to the city next. I've also copied and pasted your recipe for Shrimp Scampi to serve my 2 men, because they love shrimp. I love the sp. squash but will stick to my meat/chicken sauce thanks I've never been a seafood lover.

Can't wait to start this challenge!

Suzanne

[sallyseachange]

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I'm in too Mitzi!! Maintenance
Thanks for hosting this cool challenge again!