The REO Lounge - Part II

[Della Cirque]

ok I don't know if its allowed maybe the ground beef or salt is too much but this is kinda healthy its what I'm having tonight kinda became healthyish comfort food for me
ground beef finely diced carrots potatoes oinions and red peppers and raisins
cook up in wok with soy sauce to flavour and eat on rice very simple very tasty hope if your allowed Dave that you like

That sounds delicious Darrel. I bet the raisins are a nice touch. Ground turkey is a healthy alternative and darn good when made with other flavorful ingredients like you have mentioned.

 

[lostknitter]

So glad you are home Dave! The suggestions given so far are great ones. I love roasted veggies, prepare them with a little olive oil, roast in the oven and sprinkle a little Parmesan Cheese over the top, one of my favorites. Do you like fish? Fish is good for you, I don't like a real fishy taste so cod fillets are a favorite of mine. Maybe Trips Chicken Taco Soup would be a good start, the chicken wouldn't be so "in your face". Also there are all kinds of olive oils out there, I found a small shop here that sells gourmet olive oils and balsamic vinegars that are fabulous for all kinds of flavoring and can change a dull meal to a wonderful meal. All the Heart Healthy stuff they give you is a bit overwhelming at first, but you will find lots of resources there, and on line also. Like Lisa said, don't think of it as a diet, think of it as switching the way you eat, it really does help.

 

[davelog]

Excellent suggestions all, thank you! Although I've had this change thrust upon me, I'm eager to make something good from it - I do love me a challenge!

 

[Mudflap]

This is how my wife makes it. Tweak it to make it work for you. My MIL made it one time and it was very bland and boring. Not sure what she skipped.

• 2 small Onions
• 1 Chicken
• 3 cans of chicken broth (or can use the broth from the cooked chicken) I use the low sodium broth
• 1 package taco seasoning
• 1 can of Mexican stewed tomatoes
• 1 can of Pinto Beans
• 1 can of Navy Beans
• 1 can of Corn
• Optional – Carrots
• Salt & Pepper to taste

Directions: Boil Chicken with 1 onion until done. (can use whole chicken or chicken breast) I have also used a Rotisserie Chicken before to cut down on time and cooking. Once it is cooked – cut it up in chunks or shred it.

Can cook in a crock pot for several hours or overnight -- or can use in a large pot on the stove.

Add all the ingredients together (drain the corn – but not the others) and cook for a few hours for spices to come together. I think it really is better in a Crock pot overnight and served the next day.

Low fat, high in protein and flavor.

 

[Justice]

Mmmm.........Could you mail me the leftovers please?

Sorry but there is never any leftovers of this it's one thing I will reheat and eat

 

[Rhapsodies Fire]

mmm...nummy! I can see all kinds of ways to play with this! Tell your wife we send our love in advance

 

[Justice]

I think I can see a new sticky here "Healthy Reo Foods "

 

[unsure]

Afternoon, REOnauts!

I'm home from the hospital (with a short stopover at the VIP vape meet to drop off raffle prizes) and doin' fine - thanks to everyone for the well-wishes and good vibes! I'm good, so point your healing energies at Abby and Jeni!

So now I'm faced with having to drastically change my diet - I've avoided healthy foods for 45 years because I just don't have much of a taste for vegetables and chicken. Anyone got any good tips on how to make this stuff taste good without just wrapping it up in bacon and chocolate syrup?

Yay George...your back!! I cook up a lot of broccoli with onions and asparagus with red bellpeppers in low cholesterol Corn oil & Crystal Louisiana Hot Sauce enough for me and my wife to last a week. The thing that makes it palatable is what you shouldn't have a pound of chorizo. Even without it you could sprinkle parmesan cheese. Whatever your diet is remember its going to be better for you and keep you around longer.

Anyway, just got back and had a great day with the grandkids. We have a tradition of taking a pic of them every Memorial Day holding a picture of their dad in uniform. Its good too see each year how they have grown. Out of respect for George I won't say what we ate.

 

[colt45]

hey dave try this stuff. its my favorite sauce because its thick enough to stay on the veggies and not all drain off

 

[davelog]

Awesome, Tripp, thank the missus for us! We may try it with turkey at first (I'm workin on the chicken thing) but it will get used!

 

[davelog]

hey dave try this stuff. its my favorite sauce because its thick enough to stay on the veggies and not all drain off

LOVE Frank's Red Hot, haven't seen this variety. I'll look for it!

 

[j_fro]

Dave- ya like Indian food. Can be prepared super heart healthy and tasty. Veggie only dishes are filling! Also - if you like hot spicey food that can be good for you check out Korean recipes.

 

[davelog]

Dave- ya like Indian food. Can be prepared super heart healthy and tasty. Veggie only dishes are filling! Also - if you like hot spicey food that can be good for you check out Korean recipes.

I can take it or leave it, I've eaten Indian and Tandoori on occasion with work lunches and stuff. I like the flavor of curry and could certainly stand to do some fiddling with it in the kitchen. This sounds like a good opportunity!

 

[davelog]

Welp, time to trundle off to the Fork and Screen (we made reservations Friday before the brouhaha) to see The Avengers in 3-D with Sunny's new eyes! Wish me luck, I don't think their menu is very heart healthy!

Gnite REOnauts! Thanks again for all the support and ideas!

 

[j_fro]

I can take it or leave it, I've eaten Indian and Tandoori on occasion with work lunches and stuff. I like the flavor of curry and could certainly stand to do some fiddling with it in the kitchen. This sounds like a good opportunity!

I "learned" to cook Indian and Korean by getting a basic cookbook in each and fiddling. We have a few Pan Asian markets around us so its easy to get supplies.

 

[colt45]

LOVE Frank's Red Hot, haven't seen this variety. I'll look for it!

i hate to quote company slogans but [ i put this stuff on everything ]
i love the combo of sweet and spicy

 

[charady]

My wife has a recipe for chicken taco soup that is low in fat, high in fiber and protein, and tastes wonderful. She makes it in a crock pot. It has corn, northern beans, tomatoes, chicken, taco seasoning, and some other stuff. It's chicken and veggies, hold the bland. Let me know if you want the recipe.

Glad you're home!

Ummm.....could I get that recipe by chance? sounds good!!! And I LOVE crockpot cooking

 

[Justice]

Ummm.....could I get that recipe by chance? sounds good!!! And I LOVE crockpot cooking

Post #4344 Rachael

 

[unsure]

Oh Liiiiiiiiisa the 18490 thread is filled......

 

[charady]

This is how my wife makes it. Tweak it to make it work for you. My MIL made it one time and it was very bland and boring. Not sure what she skipped.

• 2 small Onions
• 1 Chicken
• 3 cans of chicken broth (or can use the broth from the cooked chicken) I use the low sodium broth
• 1 package taco seasoning
• 1 can of Mexican stewed tomatoes
• 1 can of Pinto Beans
• 1 can of Navy Beans
• 1 can of Corn
• Optional – Carrots
• Salt & Pepper to taste

Directions: Boil Chicken with 1 onion until done. (can use whole chicken or chicken breast) I have also used a Rotisserie Chicken before to cut down on time and cooking. Once it is cooked – cut it up in chunks or shred it.

Can cook in a crock pot for several hours or overnight -- or can use in a large pot on the stove.

Add all the ingredients together (drain the corn – but not the others) and cook for a few hours for spices to come together. I think it really is better in a Crock pot overnight and served the next day.

Low fat, high in protein and flavor.

Sounds easy enough! Thanks (and I should have read further ahead before asking for it-sorry about that!)