Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake {thm s}

Like wow, wow, wow!  This recipe is one of the best cheesecake recipes I've ever had - home made or in a restaurant!  It is so simple, being that it's a no-bake recipe.  It took me about 25 minutes to whip up, but I've never really made a cheesecake before, so it was also a learning curve for me.  The original recipe has multiple steps but it's soo worth it!

Ok so here is the original recipe from All Day I Dream About Food.  I pretty much followed it to a T, except I did not do a border of strawberries, because I only had frozen ones.  And I did not have time to add the top chocolate layer, instead I topped it with whipped cream.  But it was enough chocolate for my liking, from the chocolate on the bottom!

I hope the recipe works for you and you enjoy it as much as I did!

Chocolate Fudge {thm s}

I will start by saying, this recipe is so so so so delicious!!!  The original recipe is in the thm book, and I've altered it many times with new things, just to spice it up a bit.  I normally try to keep it on hand at all times, so I have something that appeals to my very sweet sweet tooth!   Ok, without any further adieu, here it is!  The key I've found is to let it simmer for a min on the stove, before putting into another container - it gives it that really yummy crumble texture that real fudge has.  This last batch I've made was the best!  So glad I forgot about it on the stove for that extra minute ;)

Chocolate Fudge

1.) On low heat melt, 1/2 c. butter and 1/2 c. natural peanut butter

2.) Add 4 tbsp. cocoa and sweetener - I use about 4 tbsp Truvia

3.) Stir in 2 oz. cream cheese

4.) Keep on low heat for a few minutes, until it starts a slow bubble

5.) Pour into a container lined with parchment paper or wax paper

6.) Cool in the fridge until firm

7.) Cut into small pieces and store in fridge or freezer.

Good add-ins - unsweetened coconut, chopped peanuts or any other nuts of choice.

Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls {thm s, e}

I'm not entirely sure where I found this recipe to start with, but I've seen it all over Facebook and Pinterest as well.  I've made this a few times and it's just so delicious!  It's easy to make, and the whole family likes it!

Ingredients:
1 1/2 to 2 pounds lean ground beef
1 tablespoon oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small cabbage,chopped
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes (32.5 carbs approx)
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce ( 32.5 carbs approx)
1/2 cup water
Salt & Pepper to taste

Preparation:
Cook ground beef, drain fat and rinse.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook onion until tender.
Add the garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute.
Add the chopped cabbage, tomatoes, tomato sauce, pepper, and salt. 
Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until cabbage is tender.

Yield: Serves 6 to 8

For those eating trim healthy style, if you divide this in to 7, you'll be at approx 9 carbs - that will fit in with an S portion as long as you don't add any other carb source.  If you're using it for an E meal, make sure and rinse the beef well and pair it with rice or quinoa!  Enjoy!

Strawberry Lemonade {thm fp}

Remember my post about lemonade?  Well I made a strawberry version earlier this week
for my kids and it turned out great!  They loved it and I loved it!  I made the recipe the same, just when I blended all the ingredients together I added about 5 frozen strawberries and a bit more sweetener.  It was delicious!  I can't wait for some hot summer days to sip on this outside :D

Everyone got a cup to start with and then I kept it in this pitcher in the fridge - I added a few strawberries in the fruit holder part, just to add more strawberry flavor without all the carbs :)

French Toast Frappe (thm - fp)

A friend told me about this recipe for a French Toast Protein Shake.  You can find the original recipe here over at Dashing Dish!  I made some changes to the recipe, so here is my take on it!

French Toast Frappe - FP

Total Fat - 4.5g

Total Carbs - 2

 1/2 c 0% Greek yogurt (don't count the carbs in it, when 1/2 cup and under)
1 scoop protein powder (2g fat, 2g carbs)
1/2 c Coconut milk (2.5g fat)
1/2 c Water
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
Dash of nutmeg
Approx 10 ice cubes
Stevia or other sweetener of your choice
1/2 tsp Xanthan gum (optional)

Blend and Enjoy!!

Snickers Frappe {thm - S}

I originally found this recipe here at Dashing Dish - it is delicious!!

Snickers Frappe - S

1/2 c cottage cheese
1 scoop protein powder (I always add at the end)
Stevia or other sweetener of choice
Approx 10 Ice Cubes 
1 c. almond milk/water mix
1 Tbsp. cocoa powder
2 Tbsp peanut butter (or peanut flour)
1/2 Tsp caramel extract

Blend and enjoy!  

Homemade Lemonade GGMS {thm - fp}

This morning I made this delicious lemonade recipe!  It's nothing fancy, but it sure is tasty - and will be even better on a hot summer day!  Here are the instructions...

*Put 2 cups water in your blender and add 2 whole lemons (just peel the outer yellow off, but leave as much of the white as possible.)
*Blend until there are no more chunks
*Strain through a mesh strainer or cheesecloth.

*Pour back into blender and add ACV (a few tbsp), sweetener of your choice (I used a Truvia, stevia extract blend), ginger (I used the paste, but later found out there is added sugar in that!!  Will use powdered next time!)
*Blend again
*Taste and adjust flavor to your liking
*Pour into a pitcher and add 4 cups of water and stir.
*Enjoy!

 

*Thank-You to Trim Healthy Mama for the drink inspiration!

Protein Pancakes {S}

Last week, during desperate times of being on the 1st week of my FC and having NO staples I modified a recipe (Cake in a mug, pg 380) and came out with something genius! :)

Protein Pancakes - S, FP

*Crack 1 egg into a bowl and whisk.
*Add 2 Tbsp protein powder
*Add 2-3 Tsp Truvia or sweetener to taste
*Add 1/2 Tsp baking powder
*Dash of vanilla
*1 Tbsp water
*1 Tbsp (if S) or 1 Tsp (if FP) Coconut Oil
*Mix together and cook in butter or coconut oil
*Top with sugar free syrup or any homemade syrup!

Makes 1 large pancake or 2 medium sized pancakes

**Modification - if you don't have an egg, don't fret!  Just use a bit of extra water and enjoy!!


This morning I ate these with a fried egg and water and it was a great breakfast!  I've also made it as just a snack or in addition to a protein shake when I'm in a hurry to get out the door. 

I hope you enjoy!