Get series about HEALTHY, and LOW CARB FOOD

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[carlo3b]

Get series about HEALTHY, and LOW CARB FOOD

This, and future threads, will attempt to answer some of your questions and requests regarding HEALTHY food in general, and LOW CARB, LOW CALORIE diets and recipes in particular.

With my background as a Master Chef, and Natural Foods Sexonutritionist, aka SexyChef  (/dreamer) Bwhahaahahahahah, it affords me a wonderful vantage point to assist in creating this forum, where everyone can contribute, exchange ideas and voice their valuable opinions. Moderating in no way qualifies me as an authority on this, or any other subject.*..heheheh ..that has never inhibited me before.. blush
* (a cheap unofficial GENERAL ESCAPE CLAUSE.. HA!)
 
There are many other FReepers, (you know who you are.. LOL) on this amazing site that have a great deal more detailed knowledge and information on specific topics, that will no doubt emerge. Sooooooo, lets get started..

This TRAIN IS LEAVING THE STATION... chew, chew
(chew chew,not Choo, choo,  get it?  food)..  Hahahahhahaha...  {{{{{crickets}}}}} .....GULP!....this is gonna be a long thread..  :)

[MaggieMay]

I having been on a low carb diet of one type or another, for about 2 years.Please add me to your ping list.

[Soaring Feather]

Sounds good carlo.

[Lucy Lake]

Thanks for the ping; this sounds delicious.

[captnorb]

sign me up.

[plinker's2sense]

I got the recipe, not sure if I'm on the list.

If not - please add me!

[Ditter]

We are on low carb meals at the Ditter house. The going is slow but we are not giving up. I was just feeling a little sorry for myself so I invented Strawberry Milk. A cup of low fat milk, a handful of ripe strawberries & Sweet&Low in the blender. Its not a strawberry milkshake but I don't feel sorry for myself anymore. Thanks for the great pizza recipe.

[MozartLover]

Never, ever, EVER take me off any of your ping lists.!

*smooch*

[EggsAckley]

Ping me, ping me. This is ONE list I WANT on! These carb posts are wonderful. Bring 'em on!

[conservativeammom]

Carlo

Thank you so much for the recipe. I am always looking for these types of recipes. Keep em coming. ;o).

[varina davis]

The pumpkin pie sounds wonderful to this diabetic. Should be great for Thanksgiving. Thank you.

[Iowa Granny]

Okay, I'll bite. (and probably claw, too, before this diet is over).

Add me to your ping list and send me a recipe for low carb fudge.

[Dutchgirl]

I have been on a low carb- hi protien diet since June and have lost over 20 lbs- my husband has lost over 30.

Towards the end of July, I became completely uninterested in food. I had no cravings, compulsions, temptations...in fact it was hard to get up the energy to cook in the evenings. Food was no longer a big deal.

I started doing something called "Once a month cooking" where I prepare meals for the next 30 days in advance. I found seven recipes I liked and spent all day cooking four batches of each and freezing them.

Now, when I get home from work, I throw something in the oven (chicken fajitas, spinach and steak, chili, buffalo wings, chic and broc alfredo, lasagna or meat rolls stuffed with ricotta) into the oven and an hour later- served with bread and salad, dinner is on the table for my boys.

I am happy to be added to your ping list because this diet is definately working for me. I am especially interested in any new smoker recipes, because I won a smoker as a door prize and I am clueless.

My big splurge these days is on seltzer water and Merlot. Not nutritious, but effective.

Ping on, Brother Carlos!!

[Neenah]

They must have meant the World Series and the Cardinals....

Make that "WORLD SERIOUS"

[diotima]

Hey Carlo, put me on your list!!!

[randita]

Any ideas for breakfast? I am getting so tired of eggs and don't have a lot of time to mess around with omelets/assorted fillings.

Been on Atkins for 2 months (lost 11 lbs.-6 more to go). I have held a brownie hot fudge sundae out there as a carrot once I reach my goal. If I splurge one time on that, will I really mess myself up?

I'm unsure of how much I can indulge myself. I know it can't be every day, but is once a week okay for a nice dessert? I know I'm going to have to watch carbs the rest of my life, but a treat will be nice occasionally.

Also any ideas for "fake sweets"? I'm also getting tired of sugar free jello and pudding. I'll try the pumpkin pie.

I guess I'd say I was in OWL right now. How much fruit should be consumed in OWL? What kind of fruit is best? Would a half a banana be okay once every other day or so?

Is it advisable to eat cereal or sandwiches with bread when on maintenance?

Hard to know how far to go without negating all the progress. Your suggestions would be welcome.

[DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet]

Awesome, Carlo!!! You ROCK!

[jilliebean]

Please add me to your list.

[Unknown Freeper]

Hi, Carlo, please add me to the list. I've plateaued and need some new ideas. (This should be...interesting. lol)

[randita]

BTW, please add me to your ping list. Thanks.

[carlo3b]

Authentic NEW YORK PIZZA

Sometime you have to forget the diet... and live a little..start here..LOLOL

DOUGH

• 3 cups all-purpose or bread flour, more as needed
• 2 teaspoons instant yeast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt

Food Processor method;
Combine flour, yeast, oil and salt in a food processor. Turn machine on, and add 1 cup water through feed tube. Process for about 30 seconds, adding more water, a little at a time, until mixture forms a ball and is slightly sticky.
Traditional method;
1) Dissolve 1 packet of quick acting yeast into 1/2 cup of warm water (100-110F), 1/4 tsp salt.
2) Place 2 cups flour in center of floured surface, slowly add the yeast water, and kneed. Add oil and additional water until soft but smooth.
3) Turn dough, continuing to kneed about 3 mins. until you have used all of the water, and most if not all of the flour. create a round ball. Put dough ball in a oiled bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise until dough doubles in size, 1 to 2 hours. Use immediately, or wrap tightly in plastic, and freeze for up to a month. Defrost in a covered bowl in refrigerator or at room temperature.

PIZZA SAUCE

• 1  12 ounce can tomato paste
• 11/2  cups water
• 1       tsp. ground oregano
• 1/2    tsp. dried basil
• 1/4    tsp. salt
• 1/4    tsp. black pepper
• 1/4    tsp. sugar
• 1/8    tsp. garlic powder
• 1/8    tsp. onion powder

1) Measure dry ingredients into a small container, mix together well, and set aside.
2) In a medium sized saucepan, combine tomato paste with water over medium heat until it has a uniform consistency.
3) When it begins to bubble, add pre measured spices and reduce heat to medium-low. Allow to simmer, uncovered, 35 to 40 minutes until it reaches desired thickness.
4) Stir occasionally. Cover and cool to room temperature.
Refrigerate in an airtight container until needed.
Makes about 2 1/4 cups... enough for 2 large pizzas.
Yield: 3 12" pies.