7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

but you do realize that only happens for inductees, OWLers below rung 3, and folk with a CCLL that is very low in premaintnenace and maintenance.

OWlers once they pass rung 3 would be getting the majority of their carbs from not veggie sources. since 12 from induction plus 5 from rung 1 would be 17 veggie carbs leaving 8 from induction that were not veggies plus 5 each from rungs 2 and 3 that are not veggies giving the OWLer 18 nonveggie net carbs and 17 net veggie carbs. We don't add more veggies until we hit rung 8 so that would be 4 more nonveggie rungs and one more veggie rung.

LOL... that kinda made my head spin.

Been thinking on this some more... still not 100% sure what your point is, but I'm thinking that this is the statement you were taking issue with:

I love this challenge, because we will be living, breathing examples of people consistently getting most of their net carbs from veggies.

True, if a person is:
- in OWL
- has a high CCLL
- and chooses to get only 17 net carbs from veggies

then that particular person will not be an example of someone getting most of their net carbs from veggies. So I will re-phrase my statement:

I love this challenge, because most of us will be living, breathing examples of people consistently getting most of their net carbs from veggies.

I still assert that, if a person chooses to do so, they can have a CCLL of 100 net carbs and still get most of their net carbs from veggies. It is a matter of choice.

[H20baby]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

I would love to try this it might make me willing to move to Rung 1 when I finish,

Roster so far:

2big4mysize - 22 net veggie carb minimum
Ashleye233 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
barrnone - 17 net veggie carb minimum
blueberrylady - 17 net veggie carb minimum
cbzmomof6 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
EverLosing - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Georgiana - 22 net veggie carb minimum
H20baby- 12 net veggie carb minimum
imagood1 - 17 net veggie carb minimum
jimmie 48 - 22 net veggie carb minimum
JulieB - 17 net veggie carb minimum
mitzimarie - 17 net veggie carb minimum
OzLover - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Paula.in.NC - 17 net veggie carb minimum
sham - 12 net veggie carb minimum
TXMonica - 12 net veggie carb minimum

TTFN
Melody

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

I would love to try this it might make me willing to move to Rung 1 when I finish

Welcome aboard, Melody! Helping those in Induction to embrace Rung 1 is one of my main objectives with this challenge.

Roster so far:

2big4mysize - 22 net veggie carb minimum
Ashleye233 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
barrnone - 17 net veggie carb minimum
blueberrylady - 17 net veggie carb minimum
cbzmomof6 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
EverLosing - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Georgiana - 22 net veggie carb minimum
H20baby- 12 net veggie carb minimum
imagood1 - 17 net veggie carb minimum
jimmie 48 - 22 net veggie carb minimum
JulieB - 17 net veggie carb minimum
mitzimarie - 17 net veggie carb minimum
OzLover - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Paula.in.NC - 17 net veggie carb minimum
sham - 12 net veggie carb minimum
TXMonica - 12 net veggie carb minimum

[DreamsComeTrue]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Hi,

Please sign me up for the veggie challenge. I will commit to the minimum of 12 NET carbs of veggies every day. I am still learning to manage Atkins properly so this should help me a lot.

I have three different challenges going at once! I am beginning to feel that I am in control, not the food. I'm so looking forward to the day I can do the victory dance!

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

I am beginning to feel that I am in control, not the food. I'm so looking forward to the day I can do the victory dance!

Good for you for taking control! Start practicing your victory dance.

Roster so far:

2big4mysize - 22 net veggie carb minimum
Ashleye233 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
barrnone - 17 net veggie carb minimum
blueberrylady - 17 net veggie carb minimum
cbzmomof6 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
DreamsComeTrue - 12 net veggie carb minimum
EverLosing - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Georgiana - 22 net veggie carb minimum
H2Obaby - 12 net veggie carb minimum
imagood1 - 17 net veggie carb minimum
jimmie 48 - 22 net veggie carb minimum
JulieB - 17 net veggie carb minimum
mitzimarie - 17 net veggie carb minimum
OzLover - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Paula.in.NC - 17 net veggie carb minimum
sham - 12 net veggie carb minimum
TXMonica - 12 net veggie carb minimum

[KITTYKATZ]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Count me in ! please!

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Count me in ! please!

You are IN! I see that your status shows as Extended Induction, so I have you down for a minimum of 12 net veggie carbs daily. If that is incorrect, just let me know. Thanks for joining!

Roster so far:

2big4mysize - 22 net veggie carb minimum
Ashleye233 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
barrnone - 17 net veggie carb minimum
blueberrylady - 17 net veggie carb minimum
cbzmomof6 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
DreamsComeTrue - 12 net veggie carb minimum
EverLosing - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Georgiana - 22 net veggie carb minimum
H2Obaby - 12 net veggie carb minimum
imagood1 - 17 net veggie carb minimum
jimmie 48 - 22 net veggie carb minimum
JulieB - 17 net veggie carb minimum
KITTYKATZ - minimum of 12 net veggie carbs
mitzimarie - 17 net veggie carb minimum
OzLover - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Paula.in.NC - 17 net veggie carb minimum
sham - 12 net veggie carb minimum
TXMonica - 12 net veggie carb minimum

[segue]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Induction, so minimum of 12 net carbs of veggies

I am looking forward to this challenge. I need to learn how to
calculate my carbs/net carbs more consistently. Any tips on calculating?

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Induction, so minimum of 12 net carbs of veggies

Gotcha!

I need to learn how to calculate my carbs/net carbs more consistently. Any tips on calculating?

First, remember that we count net carbs. Total carbohydrates - fiber = net carbs.

A lot of use something like www.fitday.com to track our numbers. We also have an excellent spreadsheet in the FAQ Forum of this board that I really like. I've printed it out, and use it all of the time. Here is the link: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...CARB_COUNT.pdf

Happy to have you!

Roster so far:

2big4mysize - 22 net veggie carb minimum
Ashleye233 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
barrnone - 17 net veggie carb minimum
blueberrylady - 17 net veggie carb minimum
cbzmomof6 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
DreamsComeTrue - 12 net veggie carb minimum
EverLosing - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Georgiana - 22 net veggie carb minimum
H2Obaby - 12 net veggie carb minimum
imagood1 - 17 net veggie carb minimum
jimmie 48 - 22 net veggie carb minimum
JulieB - 17 net veggie carb minimum
KITTYKATZ - minimum of 12 net veggie carbs
mitzimarie - 17 net veggie carb minimum
OzLover - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Paula.in.NC - 17 net veggie carb minimum
segue - 12 net veggie carb minimum
sham - 12 net veggie carb minimum
TXMonica - 12 net veggie carb minimum

[Thinking Thin]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Although I'm just on Day 3 of Induction, I would love to try this!!! It will be a great way to make sure I'm getting my veggies.....Oops...forgot to add that I am in for 12 net grams per day.

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Although I'm just on Day 3 of Induction, I would love to try this!!! It will be a great way to make sure I'm getting my veggies.....Oops...forgot to add that I am in for 12 net grams per day.

I'm so proud of you for taking the plunge! Thank you for joining the challenge.

Roster so far:

2big4mysize - 22 net veggie carb minimum
Ashleye233 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
barrnone - 17 net veggie carb minimum
blueberrylady - 17 net veggie carb minimum
cbzmomof6 - 12 net veggie carb minimum
DreamsComeTrue - 12 net veggie carb minimum
EverLosing - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Georgiana - 22 net veggie carb minimum
H2Obaby - 12 net veggie carb minimum
imagood1 - 17 net veggie carb minimum
jimmie 48 - 22 net veggie carb minimum
JulieB - 17 net veggie carb minimum
KITTYKATZ - minimum of 12 net veggie carbs
mitzimarie - 17 net veggie carb minimum
OzLover - 17 net veggie carb minimum
Paula.in.NC - 17 net veggie carb minimum
segue - 12 net veggie carb minimum
sham - 12 net veggie carb minimum
Thinking Thin - 12g net veggie carb minimum
TXMonica - 12 net veggie carb minimum

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Just wanted to remind everyone that the Veggie Challenge starts on Monday, and it takes some planning to be successful. So tomorrow I will be going to the grocery store to get everything that I need. I will then peel/cut up some of the veggies, divide them into 1 cup portions, and put them into individual baggies so that it will be easy to grab and go. I will also spend time cooking a few dishes that I can eat off of several times.

For example, this is the recipe for a frittata that I will make tomorrow, so I can eat a piece for breakfast each morning:


ROASTED VEGETABLE FRITTATA - Serves 8

1 small zucchini, diced
1 red bellpepper, diced
1 yellow bellpepper, diced
1 red onion, peeled, diced
1/3 cup good olive oil
2 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1 tsp black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp unsalted butter
12 XLarge eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup good grated parmeson cheese
1/3 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (2 scallions)
1/2 cup good grated Gruyere cheese

Preheat oven to 425 degrees

Place the zucchini, peppers, and onions on a sheet pan. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss well and bake for 15 minutes, add the garlic, toss with a spatula, and bake for another 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, beat the eggs with a whisk in a large bowl with the cream, parmesan, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper.

When the vegetables are cooked, turn the oven down to 350 degrees.

In a 10-inch ovenproof omelet pan, heat the butter and saute the scallions over medium heat for 1 minute. Add the roasted vegetables to the omelet pan and toss with the scallions. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes over medium-low heat. Put into oven, and bake the frittata for 20 to 30 minutes, till puffed and set in the middle. Sprinkle with the Gruyere and bake for another 3 minutes, until the cheese is just melted.

Good stuff!

I'll post some more ideas in a bit...

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

This is SO GOOD!

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.comPrinted from Allrecipes.com 5/2/2009

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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.

[mitzimarie]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Mitzi - hope it's ok for me to ask before the challenge starts....I'm looking for suggestions on how to cook Collard Greens...that is going to be my "new veggie" for this challenge. I have one someone sent me using a smoked turkey leg...any other suggestions? Thanks in advance!

Carole, one of the places that I like to find recipes is the allrecipes website. It's not a lowcarb site; it is a general one. So for anyone who uses it, just keep that in mind. It's a great place for all kinds of ideas. When searching out collard greens, I did see a recipe using a turkey leg. I wonder if it was the same one that you got. It sounds very good! There were other recipes for collards, too, and this is one of them:

Southern as You Can Get Collard Greens http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Southern-as-You-Can-Get-Collard-Greens/Detail.aspx

Ingredients

• 1 bunch collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
• 2 smoked ham hocks
• 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed chicken broth
• 21 fluid ounces water
• 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place the collard greens and ham hocks in a large pot. Mix in the chicken broth, water, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour.

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I like reading the feedback provided by people who have tried the recipes at the allrecipes site.

[imagood1]

Re: 7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge

Carole, one of the places that I like to find recipes is the allrecipes website. It's not a lowcarb site; it is a general one. So for anyone who uses it, just keep that in mind. It's a great place for all kinds of ideas. When searching out collard greens, I did see a recipe using a turkey leg. I wonder if it was the same one that you got. It sounds very good! There were other recipes for collards, too, and this is one of them:

Southern as You Can Get Collard Greens http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Southern-as-You-Can-Get-Collard-Greens/Detail.aspx

Ingredients

• 1 bunch collard greens - rinsed, trimmed and chopped
• 2 smoked ham hocks
• 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed chicken broth
• 21 fluid ounces water
• 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place the collard greens and ham hocks in a large pot. Mix in the chicken broth, water, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour.

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I like reading the feedback provided by people who have tried the recipes at the allrecipes site.

This is the recipe I have Mitzi - I got mine from the Food Network website under Paula Deen's recipes. I also have one that uses turkey legs or turkey wings - the only difference is the meat from one recipe to the next. We're having ham for Mother's Day so I'm going to use the bone from that to use to cook my collard greens. It will be one of the dishes I cook for Day 1 of the challenge.