It’s day two of the Attack Phase and I feel fantastic. Although, I’m already getting a little sick of cream cheese. Ick. It’s just so bloody versatile! This morning’s breakfast of oat bran pancakes + smoked salmon + cream cheese + a light sprinkle of dill was heavenly, with a long black of course. Thank God you’re allowed coffee.
Last night when I got home I tried out the Oat bran cookie recipe.
But yeah, ugh. I was expecting CRUNCH. No such luck. They were like sweet, eggy, vanilla ickyness. I even added cinnamon – it didn’t help. I was all excited for a sweet “treat” with my cup of tea, but no. The only way to make them crunchy is to add more oat bran, but then you need to be careful not to go over your daily limit. So in conclusion I wouldn’t bother. Instead stick to a pot of fat free vanilla yoghurt, much more satisfying!
Last night’s chicken breast stuffed with cream cheese (it’s everywhere!), 
basil and garlic and then wrapped in bacon (rind and fat removed because you’re technically not allowed bacon) was a total success. Although mum is convinced I’m going to die of a heart attack. She’s a baby of the 50s and believes in “all things in moderation”. While I totally agree with her, I’m trying to lose weight, moderation can kick in when I’m maintaining my weight.
Tonight I’m going to try this Portuguese chicken recipe as I’m in the mood for something with a kick of flavour. Although I will be baking it in the oven, it’s really not barbecue weather.
I can see how this diet works. I am craving vegetables. Forget chocolate, forget creamy mashed potatoes. Right now what I want is a huge bowl of steamed broccoli with a large rocket salad on the side. Bring on Friday!!!
Bacon?! I didn’t see bacon on the list – I thought we weren’t allowed it.
Oh thank heavenly mother of god. If I can’t have wine, I’m going to eat me some piggy.
Thanks for letting me know about the cookies – you know I’m following your recipes don’t you?
Did you weigh in?
tara´s last [type] ..Breakfast is the key
You’re actually right, you’re not allowed bacon. The recipe calls for parma ham – but I didn’t have any, so cut off all the fat/rind of the bacon and used that. Sorry!!! You can have all kinds of ham, but not bacon. Confuses me.
You CAN have chicken bacon! I must stock up.
Haha – I’m glad you’re following my recipes!
Nah I didn’t weigh in this morning, thought I’d wait until tomorrow morning. So it’s two full days. Don’t want to turn into a crazy weighing myself every morning.
You cut off all the good bits!!!!
But good on you.
I won’t bother with the cookies – but those pancakes … looked like total shits but with cream cheese (haha cream cheese!) and ham …… so freaking yum!!
Yeah I know
Haha yeah the pancakes are bloody ugly, but thankfully taste delish!