Hi everyone! How was your weekend? I had such a great weekend, I’m not even sure where to start. Before I dive into my Recap, let me start by saying this is my post where I’m giving away 4 Free Blue Apron Boxes. Just leave a comment below for your chance to win one.
Saturday started off with a 1 lb weight loss at my Weight Watchers meeting. We headed over to breakfast at Huckleberry’s before stocking up at the Farmers Market.
My usual – 2 eggs over medium, 2 pieces bacon, 1 slice sourdough toast dry (9 sp).
My only Starbucks this weekend – sad but true lol. Grande iced Nonfat Latte with caramel on top. (3 sp).
Lunch was so simple yet so good. Sourdough baguette topped with balsamic, 3 slices ham, 1 oz real deal pepper jack cheese (7 sp).
Dinner was the last of our Blue Apron meals for this week and the one fish I was the most excited about.
Shrimp with Fresh Gnocchi, Corn, Tomatoes & Basil. Here is the recipe.
You start out blistering the whole tomatoes in a little olive oil for 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle with salt & pepper then set aside.
In the same pan, add the corn and green onion cooking 1-2 minutes.
Then add garlic (I doubled it), shrimp, crushed red pepper flakes, salt & pepper. Saute until the shrimp is cooked through about 4-5 minutes.
After boiling the gnocchi for 3 minutes (you know they are done when the float to the top), add them to the pan with a 1/3 cup pasta water little butter, basil and the tomatoes. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
I served mine up with a little freshly shaved parmesan on top. The verdict I loved the pasta but think I’d cook the shrimp differently next time so they get more flavor. (9 sp for 1/4 of the dish).
This morning, I was up early to tackle my day. I whipped up this 4 point Chili Relleno Egg Casserole ( recipe coming up later this week).
I also made a batch of fresh tomato salsa and this Southwest Chicken Soup for lunches this week.
My exercise today was 3 hours cleaning our house. I don’t really like cleaning but I love the feeling after when everything is sparkly.
Lunch was a repeat of yesterday plus chips & watermelon. (12 sp)
We went to see some friends in the afternoon and stopped at Target on our way back. The Husband really wanted jalapeno poppers which they did not have so he ended up with these TGI Fridays Loaded Potato Skins.
I really wanted one and so I went with it – 7 Smartpoints each but dam good lol.
Our dinner was surrounded around these sauces that my co-worker gave me last week.
We used the Kalbi marinade on this steak. Grilled and served up with 1/2 cup Trader Joe’s Organic Brown Rice and green beans. That sauce is tasty – sweet, salty, garlicky with hints of ginger. I still do not love beef (I had 2 oz) but that sauce makes it better! (5 sp)
One of my other weekend projects was creating a healthy ice cream recipe. After dinner, I froze attempt #2 of my Healthy S’mores Ice Cream which was a complete success. My last 2 points of the day were spent tasting it.
Recipe and details coming up soon.
I’ve been wanting to venture out to get an air fryer for quite some time. I’ve resisted and resisted even after a few of you raved how much you love yours.
Today though, I gave in. I hit a great sale plus had a 20% off coupon and 2 gift cards to use so how could I resist?!
Now, what do I make first???
HERE IS WHAT IS ON THE MENU THIS WEEK:
- Slow Cooker Pepperoni Pork Tacos then Nachos the next day
- Mu Shoo Pork Stir Fry, Rice
- Tortilla Pasta Salad-new recipe coming up
- Grilled Pork Ribs with corn & parmesan zucchini
Ok, ready, set go. Comment on anything in this post for your chance to win a Free Blue Apron Box.
Night all!
I’m thinking about an air fryer, too. Please let us know how you like it.
Gotta try fries first in the air fryer…..
I love my air fryer, homemade potato chips are the best!
I love my hairdryer! My favorite thing from the air fryer is frenchfries!
I would love to try the Blue Apron meals!
I’ve never heard of an air fryer….. Looking forward to seeing what you do with it. Where did you get yours? I have yet to try a meal service. It would be great to win your Blue Apron giveaway. Thank you for all your inspirations!
Hi Susan,
I bought mine at Kohl’s of all places. The 6 Q Nuwave Brio just came out in April and goes for $149. They had it on sale for $119 plus I used a 20% off coupon making it $95. I then had giftcards so my out the door cost was $41 🙂 They still have the sale going on this week. I debated the 3.4 quart and the 6 quart but they were both the same price and I liked the idea of the divider in the larger one as well as being able to cook an entire chicken.
Danica
Wow! Thank you! I suspected you might have gotten it at Kohl’s. They are one of the few places that take additional off sale pricing. At the same price I’d go with the larger also! Plus cook a whole chicken in it? Ok! Have a Greta week! : )
Hi Danica! I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy reading all your posts and recipes! Congratulations on your awesome weight loss, and thank you for all the great info you share! :O)
Thank you!
Love to see what you make with the air fryer! I’m on the fence between that and an insta pot. Both different, I know…
Love getting steps in cleaning the house!!
I’ve been putting off trying any of the meal boxes, so I’m hoping to win one 🙂 Can’t wait for your air fryer recipes! Mine is just sitting on my kitchen shelf waiting to be used 🙂
I love your blog! Gives me such great new ideas about what to eat! I have also danced with the idea of an air fryer. Can’t wait to get your report on it, then it should be an easier decision to make. Have a great week.
Congrats on your weight loss this week. Keep up the great work.
Thank you!
Congrats on yiur weight loss, I also had a very similar sandwich on Sat Jamon beurre it is so good.
Yum and thanks!
Your meal looks delicious, and not nearly as over complicated as some meal delivery services seem to be. I can’t wait for the ice cream recipe!!
I love reading all your great ideas! Thanks for your dedication to motivate all of us – you truly are an inspiration!!!
You are so sweet – Thanks Terri!
Danica
Yay! One pound down! I will look forward to your egg casserole recipe. I’ve been experimenting with egg bakes. I can’t wait to see what you put together for your new ice cream recipe.
Hi Danica! I wanted to let you know how much I look forward to your posts and that I always get great ideas! I can’t wait to hear what you think about the air fryer!
I have been wanting to get an air fryer ever since my brother got one last Christmas….since joining WW- every body raves about it! Also, I would love to try Blue Apron, trying new recipes are,always a favorite pastime. I will be watching close to see what you do with your new toy….air fryer that is! ?
I really want an air fryer. Space is at a premium here, so I want to make sure I’ll use it enough.
Congratulations on the loss!
Thanks!
Danica
The Southwest Chicken Soup looks so good. I think I will make it this week-end.
Where did you get the Koren sauce at ? 😉
Hi Josie,
My coworker got it for me at a Korean store. I’ll ask her which one.
Danica
The food looks so tasty. I am definitely interested in learning how to make the ice cream!
will make chili relleno casserole this week, would love the air fryer, heard good reviews about blue apron
Looking forward to your reviews of the air fryer. I’ve been thinking about buying one. I would love to try Blue Apron.
Yum! Everything looks great!
Those potato skins look amazing! I don’t know how they get the cheese to be so melty and good 🙂
Both your soup and chili rellenos look amazing. Gonna try the casserole manana. Thx
I can’t wait to hear your review of the airfryer. I’ve been waiting too!
Oh my word, those TGI Fridays Loaded Potato Skins look delicious! Thanks for the chance!
That breakfast looks fantastic! Congratulations on your weight loss!
OMG, THE SMORES ICE CREAM RECIPE NOW NOW NOW! PLEASE HURRY! 🙂
I love your emails but wish that I didn’t have to wait for recipes for some of the great ideas that you come up with. I’m afraid I’ll miss one ?. You’ve envigorated my meals & for that alone I thank you. Blue Apron sounds interesting but I’ve always been afraid to try it. Maybe I’ll get my chance. I just reached my 5% goal and I thank you for helping me ??