Cheatless Cheesecake

Ok fellow Dieters lets talk about the good stuff, we all know that every one of us craves something, that one thing that makes our mouth water while rounding mile 4 on our run (trying to think about anything other than cardio usually leads to thoughts of food). Let's not kid ourselves here, my trainer has dreams about Jelly Donuts!!! I have a out of control moderate sweet tooth so when my inner fat kid screams for ice cream  I get a small craving I try to deter my sweet tooth with chocolate a healthy treat. Now with the right ingredients we can make it taste like the real deal!!! So while rounding mile 1 mile 6 the other day I was like "That's it! Cheesecake! Who doesn't Love Cheesecake!" so I went home and created a dozen few trial and errors and I think I got it down to perfection! This cheesecake will taste like a "Cheat" but don't worry, the band on those undies is safe for another day! Our goal is delight not diet delay!
This recipe is quick, easy and won't even put a dent in your daily intake but will have a big impression on your tummy! So let' put a smile on that face and indulge in some guiltless goodness!

The Grocery List (Ingredients)
Remember: Going into the grocery store without a list is dieters suicide!

1/2 C 0% Fage Green Yogurt (Plain)
1 (heaping) Tbsp Fat Free Cream Cheese (Softened) (Philadelphia is always a go to brand!)
1/2 Sheet (2 sections) Reduced Fat Honey Maid Graham Crackers
1/2 Tbsp Reduced Fat Peanut Butter (Ralph's Reduced Fat is great PB!!!)
Cinnamon ( a few dashes - or a dozen if you love cinnamon!)
1 Packet Stevia
3/4 Scoop Protein Powder (I use Isopure Zero Carb - Strawberries and cream! YUM)
6 Raw Almonds (Count Count Count this is a big deal! Every little bit adds up)

Strawberries - 1-2 Large - Optional



Your Tools
Cutting Board
Chopping / Dicing / Slicing Knife
Small Mixing Bowl
Measuring Cup (This is a must!)
Measuring Spoons (Measuring is soooo Important for Diet Success!)
Fork - Spoon (Either to Mix Your Ingredients - Or a mixer....but that's getting pretty serious)
Bowl (For you final Cheesecake - Portable or stationary - Whatever your style is (; )

Directions to a Delectable Delight!
Finely Chop Almonds and Graham Crackers (itty bitty little teeny weeny - smaller the better)
Mix Stevia, Peanut Butter, Almonds and Crackers together well
Pack into the bottom of your dish and set aside (This is your crust so pack it in there tight!)
Mix softened cream cheese, 0% fage and protein powder together (mix very very well)
Pour yogurt mixture over your crust.
Now at this point I know your STARVING! So you can either top with strawberries (or not) and enjoy now oooooorrr it is even better if you throw this bad boy into the freezer for an hour and enjoy lightly froze! YUMMMMMM! But different strokes for different folks, do what makes your tummy happy :)

The Skinny on the Nutrition

Calories............................. 270
Carbs................................. 17g
Fat..................................... 9g
Sugar................................. 9g
Protein............................... 36g

*All Nutrition is based off of Brands Suggested above. Does not include fresh fruit.


Cheers!

XOXO

Magan

The "Lean Turkey" Lettuce Wraps

This was my very first creation after I was given my "Competition Diet". I thought it was crazy and impossible to eat something that wasn't covered in BBQ or mayonnaise especially turkey or chicken!!! Being a "dipper" (Fellow dippers you know who you are and your love for excessive dipping sauces) I need flavor, I need sauce, I need pizazz, I need bells and whistles, I need Cake, I need Cheese (oops I got off track)...are you picking up what I am laying down??? The items I was assigned for this meal were, lean turkey, onions, tomatoes, almonds, lettuce and cucumbers, now the first few days I tried choking down ground turkey without anything on it, after excessive gagging and a few choice words I said to myself "I can't eat this crap (I clearly did not say "Crap") everyday" and this is when the creativity and trial and error began!! After realizing that making this into pizza wasn't really possible I had to go a different route....hmmmm burger, pasta, quesadilla, burrito, lettuce wraps....Genius!!!!

I have created a meal with flavor, texture and depth that is not filled with fat, carbs, sugar and unwanted calories. I hope you enjoy one of my favorite meals as much as I do!!!!

Mouth Watering Masterpiece!

Your Delicious Ingredients

Today's Tip: Bring a list to the store; going in blind is dieter’s suicide!!!

Don't do it! Your hips will thank you later ;)

20 oz. Jennie-O Extra Lean Ground Turkey 99/1

75 Chopped Almonds (Please count them...every little bit adds up)

1 ¼ C Low Sodium Fat Free Chicken Stock

2/3 C Chopped Green Onions

1/3 C Diced White Onions (or yellow - both are yummy)

1/3 – 2/3 C Low Sodium Soy Sauce (LOW SODIUM Friends!)

2-3 Tbsp. Minced Garlic (Just in case we run into vampires)

Garlic Powder (Just a dusting - Dash)

1 Head Iceberg (Filling veggie - I am made of mostly water and full of Fiber!)

Walden Farms Sesame Ginger Dressing / Sesame Seeds (Optional) (I am located at Mother's Market, Sprouts and online - I am telling you this stuff is goooood!!!)

Non-Stick Spray (Pam is our new BFF and she is drama free)

Tools for a Delicious Dinner 

Sauté Pan

Spatula

Knife (For Chopping and Dicing)

Cutting Board

Measuring Cup

Measuring Spoons

Elementary Counting Skills

Creativity and a Positive Attitude for Positively Awesome Results! (Skinny Starts in the kitchen!)

 

Directions to Tomorrow's Results

Chop / Dice / Slice Almonds, white and green Onions

Brown Turkey in large skillet with ¾ Cup of Chicken stock (Remove from heat when done)

In another pan sauté white onions and Chopped almonds (spray pan with Pam) until onions are opaque

In a Large Pan Add garlic (Sauté with Pam), ½ cup chicken stock and add turkey in ¼ portions

After all turkey is in the pan add green onions and soy sauce and a few dashes of garlic powder (mix thoroughly)

Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds (if desired)

Wash and cut iceberg into lettuce boats

Add turkey to lettuce and top with sesame ginger dressing (This is so good! No Jokes folks)

This Stuff is Made in Heaven by Really Fit Angels O:-)

The Skinny on Nutrition

Servings per recipe - 5

Serving Size 4oz turkey / 1 Cup lettuce

Calories                       257.75

Fat                               10.5

Protein                         32.75

Fiber                             3

Carbs                            9.75

Any Questions, Comments or Concerns Please Comment below :)

Until Next Week .....

XO-

Magan

Fitness Friendly French Toast

This French Toast is Amazing, if you don't mind me tooting my own horn! This was created from the inspiration of my fellow fitness lover (aka workout obsessed) and good friend Ms. Bonnie. She turned me onto California Lifestyle Bread and from the first time I laid eyes on God's Gift to all Carb Lovers I had a million low carb, low fat, energy rich foods without busting the fly on your favorite "Skinny Day" jeans.

The recipe is quick and easy, as you will find most of mine are because let's be honest here, we work out a billion hours a week and that doesn't leave us much time to shave our legs let alone make a gourmet meal!!


Your Delicious Ingredients:


2 Slices California Lifestyle Cinnamon Walnut Bread
   (I am located at a few places: Mother's Market, Sprouts or online)
2 Egg Whites
Cinnamon - 3 Shakes (Less or More your choice)
1/2 Scoop Protein Powder
   (Use your favorite/ I suggest Isopure Strawberries and Cream -Zero Carb)
Walden Farms Pancake Syrup (Optional)
   (I am located at Mother's Market, Sprouts, Trader Joe's and online - This brand is a staple in my kitchen)
Non-Stick Spray (the less that's stuck to the bottom of the pan is more in our tummies!)


Kitchen Waist-Line Trimming Tools:


Skillet or Flat Grill
Spatula
Creative Positive Attitude (This is a Must!)


Directions for Breakfast Success:


Heat Pan to Medium Heat
Mix Egg whites, Cinnamon and 1/2 Scoop Protein Powder together - Whisk well
Evenly Coat one slice of your yummy low carb California Lifestyle bread with egg mix
Spray Pan with Non-Stick Spray
Place your Soon to be "Frenched" toast into the pan
    Give it about 30-45 Seconds and Flip
After Both Sides of toast are golden brown (or burnt if you are into that) Repeat to second Slice
Let Toast cool, top with Syrup if you like and enjoy the heavenly goodness!!!
Don't forget to do the dishes!!

The Skinny on the Nutrition
Servings - 1


Calories: ......................120
Fat................................6g
Carbohydrates..............12g
Protein..........................36g


***Note: Nutrition is based off of California Lifestyle Cinnamon Walnut Bread, Isopure Strawberries and Cream Protein Powder and Walden Farms Pancake Syrup




Have you been Super Good??? Extra Cardio this week??? Want to kick up your French toast with a twist???


Stuffed French Toast Goodness


Mix 1 tbsp of (Room Temp) Fat Free Cream Cheese and 1/2 Scoop Protein Powder together
Spread in between your French Toast Slices like a PB n J....MmmMmmm....Deliciously Skinny!

Add to your Nutrition:
Servings - 1


Calories......................67
Fat..............................0.2g
Carbohydrates............0.8g
Protein........................15g


***Note: Nutrition is based off of Fat Free Cream Cheese, Isopure Strawberries and Cream Protein Powder