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 :)