Happy Friday Eve all! Today was a FANTASTICALLY FREEZING sunny day, but, I pretty much figure the cold (California Cold in the 60’s) doesn’t matter ~ all that matters is that it isn’t raining. I was so glad to get outside and knock off a 4.25 mile run today. I felt FAST too 😀
So I am just your typical California girl who LOVES, LOVES Grits! I can eat them straight up, sweet or savory, but, they are honestly one of my FAVORITE things to eat :D (I LOVE that they are a FILLING FOOD too!)
Since I picked some up last night, I had 2 points of Quaker Instant Grits topped with just a sprinkle of whipped butter and a sprinkle of brown sugar.
Plus 2 points of Eggsellant Protein.
1 1/2 cups Strawberries (1 pt)
Totally delicious and satisfying for 5 points!
Mid morning I wasn’t feeling my yogurt, so I grabbed a Low Fat Sargento Colby Cheese. I actually remembered to take a picture of the front for those who asked.
And the back ~ 1 point of cheesy goodness that totally doesn’t taste low-fat at all. I buy them at Sam’s Club.
I stole a few of my co-workers crunchy snacks (swapped for ChocoLOVE of course!). 6 Olive Oil & Rosemary Triscuits (2 pts).
Plus, my NEW FAVORITE THING! Have you all tried these Alexia Crunchy HOT Waffle Fries (3 points a serving). They taste like spicy waffle fry chips LOL. I am counting this as a point since 8 are in a serving. The HEAT totally grows on you.
After my lunchtime run, I came back for my last 8 point serving (with AVOCADO) of my Slow Cooker Turkey & Bean Burrito Bake. I am so sad it’s gone, but, I am sure you all are tired of seeing it. I topped today’s with Sriracha ~ some like it HOT! I WISH I did this all along.
I really think that Sriracha Hot Sauce is totally addictive. You start out with just a little, but, you always end up adding more and MORE!
I had some mini peppers on the side for crunch.
Served up on my FAVORITE fun plate with Sobe Vitamin Water.
I was STILL hungry after lunch, but, I waited an hour before I broke out some Snackimals!
3 points a serving (1/2 the bag)
Awesome ingredients!
I totally LOVED these little animal crackers and how the monkey is rubbing his belly/touching his head :D I have to admit for being Wheat Free, you couldn’t even tell.
I had a fun meal planned for tonight but I learned the hard way my Plantains were not ripe (I couldn’t peel them at all!) I drove to TWO stores looking for ripe Plantains but everybody had GREEN ones like me 🙁
I whipped up a POM Nectarine Mocktail while I pondered what else to make for dinner. Plain POM and POM Blueberry are still my favorite two flavors ~ this one tastes flowery to me 🙂
I decided to go for Quick & Easy. I pulled out my Eat Smart Precision Pro Scale and measured out an ounce of Chicken.
Plus an house of TJ’s Spicy Marinated Mozzarella.
I HONESTLY use my scale every day ~ each time you see me listing the ingredients in oz, grams or what not, it’s because I weighed it out to get more. I cannot be trusted to eye ball my servings because my 1 cup typically is like 1 1/2 cups 😉
I used my chicken and mozzarella to make a quick 4 point salad.
TJ’s Organic Herb Mixed Greens
Chopped Mini Peppers
Sliced Carrot
Cherry Tomatoes
1 oz Chicken Breast
1 oz TJ’s Marinated Mozzarella
1/8 AVOCADO
A couple of Organic Herbed Croutons
Topped with Newman’s Light Lime Vinaigrette.
I went lighter on dinner so I could thoroughly enjoy some ChocoLOVE while I watch a movie with The Husband.
5 points for 8 squares in this mini bar and 100 million % worth busting into my Weekly Points Allowance!
I think it’s cute that they still go with their poem theme using quotes in the mini bars.
Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to enter to WIN THREE FREE Eat Smart Precision Pro Scales!
Movie TIME!!!
That Helen Keller quote is beautiful and that salad looks divine!
I live in CA too and I love those little peppers. I always feel bad when they are at parties b/c I take them all. 😮
Looks like a super yummy dinner even if it wasn’t what you had planned!
I’m sooo excited for this blogger meet-up!
I NEED a scale like that! I would waste less food, because my eyes are frequently bigger than my stomach! lol
xo
K
My coworker and I had a long talk about grits yesterday. She was making a bowl and I asked her about them – I have never tried them. I had never even seen grits up close. She is from Alabama so it is a staple food for her and I am from New Jersey. I am so curious to try them now. And I love that quote, it is one of my favs.
I love grits too, and come to think of it I barely ever eat them for some reason. I love them with a bit of margarine, black pepper, and hot sauce. Yum. Those Snackimals are so good too! 🙂
Hmm i’m not sure i’ve ever had a good experience with making my own grits, but your way sounds easy…and You love it right? 🙂
I’ve never had those snackimals before but i LOOOVE animal crackers in general. I think i would overeat…for SURE.
P.s. I’m having a Sahale glazed nuts giveaway if you’re interested, please do enter!! Have a wonderful weekend dear!
I LOVE GRITS TOO! so southern!! reppin it-whoo!
The grits look good – I did not know what they were until a couple of years ago! Salad and animal crackers – yum!!
Hi Michelle,
I used the Quaker Instant Grits and they are so easy to make – simply add boiling water and stir. i’ve never made my own from scratch but I bet the would be amazing!
yeah for your nuts giveaway, I must check it out!
Danica
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keep up the great posting Danica!!
Yay, I love grits too!! Everyone around the blogosphere seems to love oats but I’d pick grits over oats anyday. With maple syrup please 🙂
I’m a TN girl who loves grits!!! Sometimes I even have them for a pre-run snack. Crazy, huh?
If you like soft, creamy grits and are using the instant packs, heat your water, stir in your grits then go take your shower. When you come back to the grits, give them a stir, add a pat of butter or ounce of cheese and a little more water. If needed, reheat in microwave. I usually add about a 1/4 cup more water than the instructions call for. If they are too, watery, microwave for a minute and stir, repeat until desired consistency.
when I buy unripened plantains, I put them in a paper bag for a few days and they ripen up so well. I love them. I could eat them everyday. Grits too! I am eating them this morning for breakfast. 🙂