My Afflation

The chores never end, even when you work from home. The Man asked if he could help with anything, so I handed him the cookbooks and said "Pick a few recipes". Going back to strict Whole30 is helping him, I'm supplementing my mood with raw honey and dark chocolate. Trust me, it's needed. And with the <insert expletive> heat and humidity in Houston, I'm ok with not losing weight the way I was in California. I figure I'll hit goal weight eventually. It's taken over a month for me to get back on a regular walking schedule, that's good enough for now. In no particular order this week: Sunday : Tilapia with Green beans and Cherry tomatoes #cy365 Day 27 Tonight's dinner is a #nourishing meal of broiled tilapia (liberally seasoned with Italian seasoning), green beans and cherry tomatoes with a side of avocado. Cooks up from frozen in about 15 minutes. #timesaver #whole30 #captureyour365 #paleo #oneography #foodphotography A photo p...

No really, I am drawing a blank. I'm craving carbs like nobody's business, but you know, inflammation. And if I was just cooking for myself, it would be easier than cooking for the both of us. Last night we had steak salad, IP ate two whole steaks. I think there is a growth spurt on the horizon. Based on what I have in the freezer and minimal shopping, I think I will go with ... a trip around the world. I have severe wanderlust kicking in. Monday :  America - Tilapia (for me) Salmon (for her) with green beans and cherry tomatoes. Tilapia Tuesday :  Mexico - Lettuce Wrapped Tacos (hey, it's Tuesday) Taco fixings Wednesday : India - Chicken Curry (yes, I add peas and carrots to my curry). Chicken Curry Thursday : Caribbean - Jerk Chicken - sweet potato for me, mixed veggies for her. And maybe some plantains. Nom. Jerk chicken on sweet potato Friday : England - Roasted Cornish Game Hens with roast veggies. Cornish hens with squash and ...

I must be doing something right. Last week my massage therapist (who sees me every week) said that I was looking slimmer (woot!) and my daughter said I felt skinnier when she hugged me (let's ignore the fact that she's on a growth spurt and that her arms are probably longer). In reality, I think my rather slow detox from my road trip was finally taking effect. At least the bloat is gone and I am back to my pre-trip weight (only 15lbs to go!). However, getting rid of the carb cravings re-created on that trip are something that I struggle with every day ( as I put down the Mrs. Fields triple-chocolate cookie and practice something resembling self-control instead of emo-eating )... I also have been convenience eating or not eating properly at all since it's just myself and really, why should I just cook for myself? Almost 30 years of cooking for other people, I have a hard time cooking for one. Even if I know I will be eating the leftovers for lunch the next day. This week...

Lemon Pepper Tilapia with Tomatoes and Spinach Recipe by Annette Holland Quick, easy, healthy, tilapia lunch or dinner. Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Total time: 20 minutes Yield: 1-2 servings Ingredients 2 tbs olive oil 2 tilapia fillets 2 cups spinach 1 roma tomato chopped 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning (or to taste) Cooking Directions Heat olive oil in pan. Add tilapia and sprinkle with lemon pepper seasoning. Cover and cook for 7-10 minutes over medium low heat. Add tomatoes and cook until just starting to soften and fish flakes easily. Arrange washed spinach leaves on plate(s). Place entire contents of pan over spinach. You might also like to try Pan-Seared Tilapia with Mexican Rice and Black Bean Salsa Pin It