Happy BIGGEST LOSER Day all! I made sure to get up early to earn my Biggest Loser “BUTT Time”tonight. I did a quick 30 minute Calorie Blasting Power Hills work. It gets me every time and I often think it’s harder to walk hills fast than to run.
I really wanted something fresh and clean for breakfast this morning.
Plus, I’ve been wanting to find a way to use my latest Trader Joe’s find…Organic Raw Honey!
I LOVE how thick/creamy it is ~ it has a few honey crystals and a strong honey flavor ~ a little goes a long way which I LOVE too!
1/2 c fresh organic berries
1/2 c frozen mango
1/2 c frozen banana
1/2 c TJ’s FF Greek Yogurt (for protein)
1/2 c FF Milk
1 Tbsp Ground Flax Seed
1 c Arugula because I didn’t have any spinach & wanted a veggie
1 tsp Tj’s Organic Raw Honey to take the bite off the arugula
The RESULT was awesome ~ super thick, creamy and refreshing…You really can see ALL the colors too. (4 pts!)
I also had a FLAT (attempt #2 wasn’t as successful) Lemon Chia Muffin ~ 3 pts and tasty, but, I definitely need to work it a little more.
Mid morning I decided to have some BRIE Laughing Cow and apricot jam on Ak Mak Sesame Crackers. (4 pts)
I was STILL hungry, so I snacked on a RF Cabot cheese and drank a Morning Burst (Hot Lemon Water). (1 pt)
At lunch today my co-worker and I headed over to the Napa Farmer’s Market. It was so FUN to see my FAVORITE cookie lady (Annie The Baker) again and to check out all the goodies. It was so HARD to not buy really anything….Next week!
I couldn’t resist buying some PUMPKIN BOLANI Bread! I was so excited that they are back at the Farmer’s Market!!!! AWESOME stat’s huh ~ 6 servings in a bag, 1 point each.
It’s sweet, spicy and a little salty….imagine reheating it to be crispy again!
Lunch was MORE Spicy Chicken Tacos with Extra Spice ~ Sriracha on top!
I seriously think these get better each day (6 pts for 2),
Mid afternoon my co-worker busted out the Annie’s Cookies she bought and shared….Ummmm, ya, who says NO to these…..I have a square of each and maybe another of the Sugar Cookie. I think Doodle Snicker might be my 2nd favorite. Probably about 1 point a bite (4 pts or more total)
We snacked on a couple of mini snap peas from our garden while dinner cooked ~ home grown is so much better than anything….we worked hard for these LOL.
Little buckets of cheesy goodness! I <3 Annie’s Mac & Cheese! ( 5 pts)
Perfectly steamed crispy swiss chard with garlic salt, black pepper and a little ICBINB Spray.
I was such a snacker today…..I just had a really hungry day and didn’t get full until after lunch. I am so glad for my new Weight Watchers week beginning tomorrow….sometimes you just need that feeling of a fresh start and chance to succeed.
SHOW TIME!!! I LOVED hearing who you all want to be in the final 3 for Biggest Loser. I am STILL undecided….they all look so good and have totally earned it! I can totally justify a reason for each person to be or not be in the final 3……
That being said……WHO DO YOU WANT TO WIN IT???? I’ll tell you my choice after tonight’s show 😀
Night all!
i want one of those pumpkin bolanis!!! they sound amazing.
i noshed on mini peppers today, too 🙂 i love jam with laughing cow! yum. and holy cow.. those cookies! specifically the snickerdoodle! snickerDROOLdle!
Oh man that breakfast looks great! I’m dying for a smoothie but it’s been far too cold lately!!!
and I got the Kettle Cashew Butter! I finally found it! I can’t wait to try it!
oooo I am watching right now!
I’ve gotten that bolani at Whole Foods before – OMG SOOOOOOOOOOO good!!! I want to try the other flavors too, but it was so expensive I’m scared to branch out! haha
-Sometimes I wonder why I don’t live in California.
-Those peas look yummy.
-I feel the same way about “new weeks.” Today is the beginning of a new week for me, too, and I’m grateful for and excited about it:-).
I LOVE that TJ’s raw honey. Mmmm, mmm.
Umm, BL last night?? I was SHOCKED!!! Completely. How about you??
xo
K
I’m obsessed with that TJ’s raw honey – so good and flavorful! You’re right, a little does go a long way.
That smoothie sounds SO good! I’ve never tried using honey in one, but it’s a good idea.
I remember trying the toffee chocolate chip cookies at the Foodbuzz Festival – amazing!
grrr super frustrated that the 2 people I DINT want in the final 2 are safe! Ugh…I thought Daris did really great in the marathon…however I was bummed to see that some of the past contestants gained weight back. It is real like tho I guess. I still want Koli to win!! I hope he can get enough votes to stay in it!! And I was so excited they had Sam on there…hehe I love him
Hi Lynn,
They sell them at Whole Foods and Farmer’s Markets here in California – maybe you can find some buy you? They are in the fridge section.
Danica
Hi Tay,
I LOVE the Spinach and the Pumpkin Bolani the BEST…it goes amazing with the Sweet Jalepeno Sauce and Cilantro Pesto! The potato and lentil are not bad, but, to me, they are not as good as my two favorites!
Danica
oh my gosh i have no idea what bolani’s are but goodness gracious they sound delicious!!!! I love the morning smoothie Danica, if i had breakfast at home isntead of at work, i would totally be eating it every day. 😛
I want sunshine to win!!!!!!!!!!! er, I didn’t watch last nights’ episode so i hope she’s still in it. That girl is just GORGEOUS and such a strong, beautiful person. 🙂
Oh my goodness it is a good thing I just ate as the food photos are outstanding.
I love to go to the Farmer’s Market.
Your morning smoothie (and actually all of your food!) looks amazing! I, too, love smoothies in the morning, and I usually do a combo of strawberries, spinach, and a bit of almond milk. Topped with cereal, it really tides me over for a good long time! Your other eats–especially the tacos–look fabulous too. Enjoy!
What is it about sneaking a veggie into a morning meal that makes one feel so good? I always feel like I’ve got one foot in the door when I sneak a green into breakfast! Your smoothie looks AMAZING!
My, what a beautiful smoothie!
Lovin the Ak Mak action too:)