Journals were discussed in W.W. today. The importance is unbelievable! If you don't do it how do you know what you have eaten or can eat yet. Plus to me its POWER & ACCOUNTABILITY! I feel in control...when I'm in control! I write everything even the licks, bites & tastes. I also this week tracked my hunger in my journal. I knew that I need protein, but actually tracking it, well, you can see everything better when its in black & white.! I could tell I wasn't satisfied with out protein. Its also good to look back at previous weeks at what worked for you...or what didn't.
LIGHTER MASHED 'POTATOES’
Mashed cauliflower and turnips, really,
but so close, your mouth will do a double-take
Hands-on time: 20 minutes
Time to table: 45 minutes
Makes about 4 cups
Salted water to cover
1 bay leaf
1 head cauliflower, trimmed, core removed, cut into small florets
1/2 pound (or more) turnips, trimmed and cubed
1/4 cup whole milk or half & half (fat-free half & half works great)
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or sage
Tabasco to taste (don’t skip)
Salt and pepper to taste
Bring the salted water and bay leaf to a boil; add the cauliflower and turnips as they’re prepped. Reduce heat to maintain a fast simmer, cover and cook for about 20 minutes or until vegetables are cooked through. Drain well and transfer to a food processor and process til smooth.
Return to the hot pan on medium high heat. Stirring often, cook off the excess liquid, about 5 – 10 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients. Transfer to serving bowl. Serve and enjoy!
TO MAKE AHEAD After mashing, stir in about 4 ounces of low-fat cream cheese along with the milk, butter, herbs and Tabasco. Transfer into a well-greased baking dish. Sprinkle with additional chopped fresh herbs. Cover with foil and refrigerate. Return to room temperature. Bake for about 30 minutes at 300F or until hot clear through.
NUTRITION ESTIMATE Per Half Cup: 66Cal; 3g Tot Fat; 2g Sat Fat; 8mg Cholesterol; 76mg Sodium; 8g Carb; 3g Fiber; 4g Sugar; 3g Protein; Weight Watchers 1 point
SWEET T WENT TO W.W. WITH ME TODAY.......SO CUTE!
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