MIDWEEK MINUTES October 24, 2015
Midweek
Minutes
October 24,
2015
Hello,
Winners!
It’s been an interesting week. We
had Oprah joining Weight Watchers, Hillary testifying on Capitol Hill, and
Hurricane Patricia coming up from the Gulf of Mexico. Did we get rain the other
day because of the hurricane, or will we be getting much more? As for Hillary,
we’ll skip that; however, it’s great about Oprah, but you know me... I say,
“It’s about TIME, Oprah!” I have followed her struggles with weight over the
years. I even have her books she wrote with her trainer. I find it very
satisfying that this celebrity, who could have any trainer, program, or chef she
wants, has chosen Weight Watchers. I inserted a video (I hope) of her interview
about WW. I’m sure we shall see her on many talk shows and news spots in the
next few days.
I personally know that Weight
Watchers has been the GOLD standard for over 50 years. It’s just been getting
better and better, and I am excited for 2016. You will be too! That being said,
check out all the sale items we have, including a FLASH SALE this week and great
monthly pass and product specials.
It’s a week until Halloween, and
everything is changing around us! The leaves are changing, the weather is
changing, and we are on a journey to discover how to best handle those upcoming
holidays successfully.
Catherine Roberts from a website
called Activebeat.com wrote
about Autumn and its effect on weight loss (not to mention the
effect holidays have on weight management), so I cut and pasted it a couple of
years ago and am repeating it here.
1.
Overeating
Because obesity puts you at prime risk for heart disease, eating
bear-sized portions when the air starts to chill and the leaves start to change
color is not a wise move for your waistline or your heart. In fact, oversize
portions of the high-calorie carbohydrates we crave come fall—think white bread,
refined pastas, and sugary drinks—will only make you put on
weight.
2.
Becoming a Couch Potato
If
you sit for at least 8 hours a day at work then make it a habit to come home and
sit for another 6 or more hours until you go to bed, you’re not getting much
activity in your life.
In
fact, all of the sitting actually increases your risk of weight gain, heart
attack, and stroke. So get out and get those muscles and that blood pumping for
at least 30-minutes each day.
3.
Avoiding Fruits and Vegetables
I
know that once the ground frosts over it’s difficult to stick to that fresh
plant-based meal you consumed in
summer.
However, loading up on fruits and vegetables vs. refined sugar is
quite easy in the colder months to if you’re willing to buy local and buy frozen
fruits and vegetables with no added sugar when you can’t get
fresh.
4.
Hibernating Inside
If
you veto going outside come fall, you’ll be in sorry shape come winter. Why? We
all need sunshine (or rather vitamin D) to help balance mood and combat
depression. Plus, getting outside for some fresh air helps reduce stress, fall
allergies, and even lowers blood pressure. So if you don’t like to be outside
after dark, take a stroll on your lunch hour or go for a run before
work.
5.
Drinking Excessively
When the weather gets chilly we tend to look for more reasons to
celebrate indoors. And with Halloween parties, Thanksgiving dinners, and more on
the go, alcohol tends to play a big role is social events. But remember, keeping
your drinking to a minimum will keep your weight, blood pressure, and heart rate
balanced, so don’t overdo it!
6.
Withdrawing from Social Activities
Sure, some days we just want to go home from work and bury our
heads. However, the best way to ward off the fall blahs is by getting out with
friends or family a few nights a week. This way you’ll boast your mood, social
connections, and health at the same
time.
7.
Too Much Comfort Food
In
fall it’s easy to stay about as stuffed as a Thanksgiving turkey. We naturally
put on a few pounds to prepare for winter, but that’s no excuse to stuff
yourself with fatty, surgery comfort food and gain a bunch of “winter” weight.
Break the empty carbohydrate cravings by sticking to complex carbs—like brown
rice, whole grain breads and cereals, and whole wheat pastas come
fall.
8.
Not Exercising
While the thought of getting up early to job in the chilly
morning air might make you apt to crawl back into your warm bed, a fall exercise
routine will keep you motivated, energized and trim during the colder months.
Try a fun activity, like hot yoga or Zumba class to warm you
up.
9.
Not Taking Advantage of a Flu Shot
Many of us are lucky enough to get a free annual flu shot as part
of our health plan. Many workplaces offer free flu shots to protect their staff
from falling ill due to a chronic virus during months when immunities tend to
plummet. Protect yourself and your loved ones from falling
ill.
10. Becoming SAD
If
you tend to get a bit blue during fall and winter, you might suffer from
Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD), a depression disorder that stems from a
lack of sunlight (or vitamin D). Be proactive against the blues by getting
outside in natural daylight as much as possible, or purchase a light box, a tool
that mimics natural daylight indoors and expose yourself a few times
daily.
That
was good, don't you think? I know that I wish excess weight could disappear
forever with little effort on my part. Quick fixes are tempting. I've tried
some. You’ve tried some. I know that food is abundant this time of year, and
other factors figure into our weight loss journey that come at us from left
field. Overall; however, hearing members in the meeting room talking this week
about their successes as WW members and the tools which help them, was so
COOL!
Come to your meetings! This time of year it is crucial for us to
get support from each other and survive the Bermuda Triangle together. See you
this week! --Zig
P.S. It’s potluck Monday in Superior. The suggestion was to bring
soup! I have bowls and spoons!
Member
Milestones
Superior: – 10.2
lbs.
Hastings – 5.6
lbs.
Fitting in Fitness
Make it quick! See how to sneak
activity into even the busiest day.
Between work, family, social obligations — let's just call
it life — does exercise often fall off your "to-do" list? Maybe you're
not able to wedge an hour-long bike ride or kickboxing class in your schedule,
but you probably can find 10 minutes throughout your day to sneak in a
round of push-ups here, a brisk walk there. Such mini workouts can pay off big!
In fact, you can reap some of the same health benefits from 10 minutes of
aerobic exercise that you can from longer, sweatier stints — including stronger
muscles, better mood, and lower blood pressure — which can ultimately play into
weight loss and help stave off health problems like diabetes and heart disease.
Got 10 minutes?
The more mini-workouts you can shoehorn in, the better: To have a truly healthy and fit body and maintain your weight loss, being active throughout your day is key. The trick is to build exercise into activities you do every day. Strap on an activity monitor like Fitbit (also available for purchase in participating meeting locations) and you can see the progress you make — which is a pretty powerful incentive! Along with the ideas you might hear from your fellow Meetings members, try these fast moves:
Making dinner … Turn on the stereo or grab your smartphone to queue up a favorite playlist and dance, dance, dance!
Buying groceries … If you have canned items in your cart, do a few arm curls while on line. Have fewer than six bags? If it's not too much of a strain, carry them to the car.
Gassing up the car … Alternate calf raises with forward lunges while you're filling the tank.
Watching TV … Work your core by doing a series of planks or crunches during commercials.
Working at the office … Set your calendar for hourly reminders, then get up and do chair dips, squats or a few stretches.
Got 10 minutes?
The more mini-workouts you can shoehorn in, the better: To have a truly healthy and fit body and maintain your weight loss, being active throughout your day is key. The trick is to build exercise into activities you do every day. Strap on an activity monitor like Fitbit (also available for purchase in participating meeting locations) and you can see the progress you make — which is a pretty powerful incentive! Along with the ideas you might hear from your fellow Meetings members, try these fast moves:
Making dinner … Turn on the stereo or grab your smartphone to queue up a favorite playlist and dance, dance, dance!
Buying groceries … If you have canned items in your cart, do a few arm curls while on line. Have fewer than six bags? If it's not too much of a strain, carry them to the car.
Gassing up the car … Alternate calf raises with forward lunges while you're filling the tank.
Watching TV … Work your core by doing a series of planks or crunches during commercials.
Working at the office … Set your calendar for hourly reminders, then get up and do chair dips, squats or a few stretches.
Click on the photo to
see a video. (Don't think it works on the blog)
We’re thrilled to share some big news today
- Oprah Winfrey has joined our Board and is a part owner of
Weight
Watchers! She's a Member on her own personal
journey toward success, and she believes so much in what we do and
our mission that she wants to work with us
to inspire people around the world to lead healthier and more fulfilling
lives.
We are thrilled to count one of the world’s
most inspiring women among our #WWFamily and are so
excited for what the
future holds! “O”
it’s an exciting day!
15-Minute Fitness Ideas
No time to exercise? Squeeze these
mini-workouts into your schedule any time, any place.
(Really!)
Ask any woman why she doesn't work out, and chances are
she'll respond: "I don't have time!" Indeed, juggling a career, kids and a to-do
list as long as the phone book can make fitness hard to fit in. But
before you shove your running shoes to the back of the closet, you may want to
rethink your attitude, says Kelli Calabrese, MS, CSCS, an exercise physiologist
and former spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise.
"Many women have an 'all or nothing' mentality," says Calabrese. "They assume they have to exercise for at least an hour, or why bother? But contrary to popular belief, shorter workouts can have big benefits."
Calabrese suggests squeezing in one to two 15-minute workouts daily, on your lunch break or before dinner, for example. They'll help you slim down, and even better, they'll open up your packed schedule: "Exercising increases your energy, so you accomplish more in less time. Plus, it improves the quality of your sleep, so you may not need to sleep as long," explains Calabrese. "And that leaves more time for fitness."
If you've been sedentary, talk to your doctor before you start an exercise plan. Before beginning a workout, warm up for several minutes with an easy jog in place. A good guidepost for your exercise is not to go above an intensity that you would rate as "somewhat hard."
Try any or all of these three 15-minute workouts.
WORKOUT 1: Speed toning
For 5 minutes:
Get your heartrate up by walking briskly or jogging up and down a flight of stairs. As you raise your fitness level, you can increase your speed on each flight up. Continue to descend each flight at a moderate pace. For a great cardio workout (when you're physically up to it), do this for 15 minutes instead of 5
For 10 minutes:
Work your legs: Sit toward the back of your chair. Lift one leg, extending your foot straight out, and hold for two seconds. Lower your foot down just short of hitting the floor and bring it back up again. Repeat 15 times on each leg.
Work your butt: Stand up tall and hold the back of your chair. Extend your right leg back and away from your chair as far as you're comfortable without having to bend your torso forward, and squeeze your butt for two seconds. Do the same with your left leg, lifting each leg 10-15 times.
Work your arms: While seated in a rolling chair, place both hands on your desk in front of you, about shoulder-width apart. Grip the desk, placing your thumb on the bottom and your fingers on the top. Slowly push yourself away from your desk and lower your head until it is between your arms. Then pull yourself all the way in while raising your head and back until your stomach touches the desk. Repeat 15 times.
WORKOUT 2: Fast footwork
Head outside or to an open hallway and begin walking. Accelerate your speed for one to two minutes until you reach your maximum speed. Then, slow your pace for a minute or two until you feel recovered. Repeat four times. If you feel you're able, gradually switch speed-walking for intervals of jogging or running. Be sure you're wearing supportive shoes, made for running or walking. Continue for 15 minutes.
WORKOUT 3: Quick cardio
Grab your jump rope (even if you don't have one, pretend, and you'll still get a great workout). Jump as quickly as you are able on the balls of your feet for one minute. Then, jump side-to-side for two minutes. For the fourth minute, jump up and back. For the fifth minute, hop on your right foot twice, and then your left foot twice, alternating back and forth. Repeat this entire series two more times (for a total of 15 minutes).
"Many women have an 'all or nothing' mentality," says Calabrese. "They assume they have to exercise for at least an hour, or why bother? But contrary to popular belief, shorter workouts can have big benefits."
Calabrese suggests squeezing in one to two 15-minute workouts daily, on your lunch break or before dinner, for example. They'll help you slim down, and even better, they'll open up your packed schedule: "Exercising increases your energy, so you accomplish more in less time. Plus, it improves the quality of your sleep, so you may not need to sleep as long," explains Calabrese. "And that leaves more time for fitness."
If you've been sedentary, talk to your doctor before you start an exercise plan. Before beginning a workout, warm up for several minutes with an easy jog in place. A good guidepost for your exercise is not to go above an intensity that you would rate as "somewhat hard."
Try any or all of these three 15-minute workouts.
WORKOUT 1: Speed toning
For 5 minutes:
Get your heartrate up by walking briskly or jogging up and down a flight of stairs. As you raise your fitness level, you can increase your speed on each flight up. Continue to descend each flight at a moderate pace. For a great cardio workout (when you're physically up to it), do this for 15 minutes instead of 5
For 10 minutes:
Work your legs: Sit toward the back of your chair. Lift one leg, extending your foot straight out, and hold for two seconds. Lower your foot down just short of hitting the floor and bring it back up again. Repeat 15 times on each leg.
Work your butt: Stand up tall and hold the back of your chair. Extend your right leg back and away from your chair as far as you're comfortable without having to bend your torso forward, and squeeze your butt for two seconds. Do the same with your left leg, lifting each leg 10-15 times.
Work your arms: While seated in a rolling chair, place both hands on your desk in front of you, about shoulder-width apart. Grip the desk, placing your thumb on the bottom and your fingers on the top. Slowly push yourself away from your desk and lower your head until it is between your arms. Then pull yourself all the way in while raising your head and back until your stomach touches the desk. Repeat 15 times.
WORKOUT 2: Fast footwork
Head outside or to an open hallway and begin walking. Accelerate your speed for one to two minutes until you reach your maximum speed. Then, slow your pace for a minute or two until you feel recovered. Repeat four times. If you feel you're able, gradually switch speed-walking for intervals of jogging or running. Be sure you're wearing supportive shoes, made for running or walking. Continue for 15 minutes.
WORKOUT 3: Quick cardio
Grab your jump rope (even if you don't have one, pretend, and you'll still get a great workout). Jump as quickly as you are able on the balls of your feet for one minute. Then, jump side-to-side for two minutes. For the fourth minute, jump up and back. For the fifth minute, hop on your right foot twice, and then your left foot twice, alternating back and forth. Repeat this entire series two more times (for a total of 15 minutes).
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Find Time to Fit in Activity
Stressed and busy at work, with no time
to exercise? We have great tips that'll help you to get more from your
day.
Nowadays, many people work long hours, including weekends,
and they're trying to raise a family at the same time. Exercise can seem like
another chore to squeeze in, leaving you feeling guilty if you don't manage it;
and you may find that when you do have the time you're too tired to drag
yourself to the gym.
But fear not! With a few minor adjustments to your day you too can benefit from a worthwhile exercise program. Caroline Sandry, personal trainer on the UK Weight Watchers Fitness DVDs, gives some great tips that may help you to get more from your day.
Wake up earlier
Setting your alarm clock for half an hour earlier is something that may not seem appealing in the depths of winter. But as the days start to get longer, you will feel so proud of yourself that your efforts will be worthwhile.
An easy form of exercise that won't wake the house up is to get out for a walk or a jog. Have your clothes ready and laid out along with your sneakers. That way you save time, and are more likely to go ahead with your session. Have a glass of water and a quick stretch before you head off, and take time to warm up thoroughly by starting out slowly and then gradually building up the pace.
If getting outside is not possible, you could do some exercise at home. Yoga is great first thing in the morning, as the yoga moves called "Sun Salutations" were intended to be performed with the rising sun. A half hour yoga session will not only benefit your body, but also prepare your mind for the day ahead.
If you are a gym member, mornings are often quieter, and you can shower there to save on time. If this is your best option, prepare your gym bag and outfit for work the night before so that you can get up and get out. Eat breakfast after your workout; not only will you have a good appetite, but you'll also be more likely to make healthy choices after all your good efforts.
Make the most of midday
If you work during the day, you should be taking a proper break at lunchtime. This is a great time to get your body moving, and will refresh you for your afternoon ahead.
A good idea is to take socks and sneakers to work, then go for a speedy power walk around your office's neighborhood. You can divide your lunch into two, so that you can have a small snack half an hour before you go and another snack when you return. Most supermarkets or pharmacies now sell deodorant body wipes, so you can clean up before you get back to work!
If time is short, any movement is better than none. Take 10 minutes to run up and down the stairs and perform two sets of 10 push-ups against the wall.
De-stress after work
An exercise session straight after work is a great way to switch off from your day. Try to draw a line under your day and direct your thoughts toward your exercise session.
Arrange to meet a friend at a class, and you'll be more likely to make it on those evenings when you could easily sneak home instead.
If you're going to work out from home by running, walking, cycling or using an exercise DVD, then try to get going the minute you get in the door. If you sit down and have a cup of tea or coffee first, you will start to relax and feel less like working out. Have your clothes ready by the door and, if you have a partner, ask them to encourage you rather than sidetrack you with food or a chat. Work out together and discuss your day as you go. You may find it easier to have a meal ready to heat up afterwards for these evenings to save you more time.
If you feel too hungry to exercise after work, then try taking a light snack with you. Eat it just before you leave work to allow it time to digest.
Remember that any exercise you do is a step in the right direction, and little and often is better than one long session a week. So...even if you walk 10 minutes to the office in the morning and evening, then perform 10 minutes of resistance exercises after work, your body will thank you for it!
But fear not! With a few minor adjustments to your day you too can benefit from a worthwhile exercise program. Caroline Sandry, personal trainer on the UK Weight Watchers Fitness DVDs, gives some great tips that may help you to get more from your day.
Wake up earlier
Setting your alarm clock for half an hour earlier is something that may not seem appealing in the depths of winter. But as the days start to get longer, you will feel so proud of yourself that your efforts will be worthwhile.
An easy form of exercise that won't wake the house up is to get out for a walk or a jog. Have your clothes ready and laid out along with your sneakers. That way you save time, and are more likely to go ahead with your session. Have a glass of water and a quick stretch before you head off, and take time to warm up thoroughly by starting out slowly and then gradually building up the pace.
If getting outside is not possible, you could do some exercise at home. Yoga is great first thing in the morning, as the yoga moves called "Sun Salutations" were intended to be performed with the rising sun. A half hour yoga session will not only benefit your body, but also prepare your mind for the day ahead.
If you are a gym member, mornings are often quieter, and you can shower there to save on time. If this is your best option, prepare your gym bag and outfit for work the night before so that you can get up and get out. Eat breakfast after your workout; not only will you have a good appetite, but you'll also be more likely to make healthy choices after all your good efforts.
Make the most of midday
If you work during the day, you should be taking a proper break at lunchtime. This is a great time to get your body moving, and will refresh you for your afternoon ahead.
A good idea is to take socks and sneakers to work, then go for a speedy power walk around your office's neighborhood. You can divide your lunch into two, so that you can have a small snack half an hour before you go and another snack when you return. Most supermarkets or pharmacies now sell deodorant body wipes, so you can clean up before you get back to work!
If time is short, any movement is better than none. Take 10 minutes to run up and down the stairs and perform two sets of 10 push-ups against the wall.
De-stress after work
An exercise session straight after work is a great way to switch off from your day. Try to draw a line under your day and direct your thoughts toward your exercise session.
Arrange to meet a friend at a class, and you'll be more likely to make it on those evenings when you could easily sneak home instead.
If you're going to work out from home by running, walking, cycling or using an exercise DVD, then try to get going the minute you get in the door. If you sit down and have a cup of tea or coffee first, you will start to relax and feel less like working out. Have your clothes ready by the door and, if you have a partner, ask them to encourage you rather than sidetrack you with food or a chat. Work out together and discuss your day as you go. You may find it easier to have a meal ready to heat up afterwards for these evenings to save you more time.
If you feel too hungry to exercise after work, then try taking a light snack with you. Eat it just before you leave work to allow it time to digest.
Remember that any exercise you do is a step in the right direction, and little and often is better than one long session a week. So...even if you walk 10 minutes to the office in the morning and evening, then perform 10 minutes of resistance exercises after work, your body will thank you for it!
A Fantastic Snack From A Scary Place
You guys been anywhere scary lately? How about Costco
where all your money seems to get scared out of your wallet?
No? The inside of a pumpkin is pretty scary because if
feels like your hand is covered in worm guts.
If you can tough it out - and I know you can! Pumpkin
seeds are nutritious snack food for you to stuff in your purse, lunch box, or
backpack.
When you are carving your pumpkin, use a bowl to collect
seeds and stringy parts. Then, get your children to pick out the seeds :)
The key to cleaning the pumpkin seeds is to toss them
into a colander and run some warm water on them. Then just strain the seeds
through your hand as you detach them from the orange strings.
Or you can buy roasted pumpkin seeds (see below), which
is cheating, but I'm not gonna tell anyone.
Pumpkin seeds are nutritious (ex: 28% of your DV of Iron
in 1/4 cup) and they are easy to cook. The fun part of roasting pumpkin seeds is
that you can customize the flavor.
Below, I have included a recipe that goes to the salty
side of the taste spectrum. Add some cayenne and you will have a spicy and salty
snack.
You could try some sugar and cinnamon, or add pumpkin
spice. Whatever your favorite spice flavors - just toss them on the seeds. I
suggest trying 1/2 teaspoon for one cup of pumpkin seeds to start because you
might overwhelm them with spices.
My children are planning to carve TWO pumpkins each this
year - so I should have at ton of seeds to roast.
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe
(makes 4 servings)1 cup pumpkin seeds
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin, curry powder, cayenne, or black pepper (optional)
Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with tin foil. Remove strings from pumpkin seeds and put in a small bowl. Dry with a paper towel and mix in oil, salt, and spices. Put seeds on baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes (or until golden brown). Toss seeds after about 10 minutes to cook evenly (or you can skip it).
For 1/4 cup = 217 calories, 19.2 g fat, 6.1 g carbohydrates, 8.5 g protein, 1.4 g fiber, 297 mg sodium, 6 PointsPlus
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Are you a
grazer craving some snack variety in your life? We have the perfect solution,
and it comes in the shape of a box known as the Graze snack pack.
What is a Graze snack pack exactly? It's a snack box that contains four delicious, wholesome snacks free of GMOs, artificial colors and flavors. These snacks are perfectly portioned-another reason we knew this would be the perfect match for our members! And the best part is that each snack has a Points Plus value of 4 or less!
This exclusive Weight Watchers Graze snack pack contains:
What is a Graze snack pack exactly? It's a snack box that contains four delicious, wholesome snacks free of GMOs, artificial colors and flavors. These snacks are perfectly portioned-another reason we knew this would be the perfect match for our members! And the best part is that each snack has a Points Plus value of 4 or less!
This exclusive Weight Watchers Graze snack pack contains:
-
The Cheese Board (3 PointsPlus): cheese flavored cashews, cheddar bruschetta and baked herb bites and cheese flavored cashews
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Iced Cinnamon Bun (4 PointsPlus): cinnamon honey almonds, yogurt coated sunflower seeds and vanilla cookie drops
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Lightly Toasted Pistachios (3 PointsPlus): roasted pistachios with a touch of salt
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Garden Of England (2 PointsPlus): soft apple pieces, strawberries and black currants
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Contains wheat, dairy, nuts and gluten.
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You will also receive a special offer to sign up for a Weight Watchers approved Graze subscription. See materials in pack for additional information.
Member
Recipes
Caramel Apple Milkshakes
3 cups frozen vanilla
yogurt
3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
1/2 cup applesauce
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup caramel topping
3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
1/2 cup applesauce
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup caramel topping
Place the yogurt, milk,
cinnamon, and topping in a blender.
Cover and blend until
smooth.
Pour into 6 glasses.
Serve immediately.
Makes 6 glasses - @ 5
PP
Ghosts-With-The-Most
Meringues
8 SERVINGS
1 PointsPlus® Value
1 PointsPlus® Value
3 large egg whites (a
little more than 1/3 cup)
1/3 cup granulated white
sugar
1/3 cup Splenda No
Calorie Sweetener (granulated)
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
32 mini semi-sweet
chocolate chips
Directions
Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Line 2 large baking pans
with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine
egg whites and cream of tartar. Using an electric mixer set at high speed, beat
until fluffy and slightly stiff, about 3 minutes.
Continue mixing with your electric mixer, and
gradually add the sugar and Splenda until completely combined. Add the vanilla
and continue mixing until blended.
Using a spatula,
transfer all the meringue mixture to a large plastic bag. Squeeze mixture down
toward one bottom corner of the bag.
Snip that corner off with scissors. (Ta-da! Makeshift
piping bag.)
Pipe mixture onto the
parchment paper in ghost-like shapes about 3 inches long. (HG tip! Do each
outline first, and then fill it in.)
Use the tip of your piping bag to smooth mixture and
make sure the ghost shapes are filled in solidly. Continue until the mixture is
gone, making 8 ghosts per baking pan.
Place 2 mini chips on each ghost for
eyes.
Bake in the oven for 70 minutes. Do not remove
meringues afterwards.
Turn oven off and allow meringues to set in the oven
for 1 hour.
Pull meringues from the parchment paper and chomp
away. Just don't eat them all at once!
Each meringue has a PointsPlus value of 1.
Candy Corn Custard
Parfait
1
SERVING
4 PointsPlus Values
Ingredients
1 Jell-O Sugar Free
Vanilla Pudding Snack
2 drops yellow food
coloring
1/3 cup mandarin orange
segments in juice, drained
1/4 cup Cool Whip Free,
thawed
5 pieces candy
corn
Directions
In a small bowl or
parfait glass, combine pudding with food coloring and mix until uniform in
color.
Top evenly first with
orange segments and then with Cool Whip.
Arrange candy corn
prettily on top of the Cool Whip (or haphazardly — it's your parfait), and then
dive in!
Pumpkin Pie White Hot
Chocolate
2 cups fat free milk
1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
2 tsp vanilla extract
Puree all ingredients in a blender until well
combined.
Pour into a small sauce pan and heat on low until desired temperature
is reached.
Top with a dollop of fat free cool whip or whipped cream
(optional).
Entire recipe makes 2 servings
Serving size is 1/2 of whole recipe
Each serving = 3 Points +
Serving size is 1/2 of whole recipe
Each serving = 3 Points +
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
- 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/4 cups quick cooking oats (or half quick and half rolled)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a bowl, cream together the peanut butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until well combined.
- Add the oats and baking soda. Mix well.
- Drop the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet by tablespoonfuls.
- Press the tines of a fork into the top of each cookie to make the traditional crosshatch pattern (optional).
- Bake for 6 – 9 minutes.
- Cool completely on wire racks.
- Store in an airtight container.
Entire recipe makes 24
servings
Serving size is about 1 cookie
Each serving = 2 Points +
Serving size is about 1 cookie
Each serving = 2 Points +
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