, the UK’s largest independent weight-loss organization that is now available online across America, is offering a great Cyber Monday bargain: Sign up between Thanksgiving Day and 12/2 and you’ll pay just $12.02 for a three-month Silver package membership, normally priced at $95. You’ll save more than $80 for three months’ personalized online weight-loss help – less than a dollar a week – for:
- More than 600 delicious recipes – all searchable by ingredient, meal type and preparation time
- An interactive food diary and easy-to-use tools to help you stay on track
- An activity program, fun challenges and trackers, along with achievement awards
- 24/7 access to practical and inspirational features
- Motivation and unique, personalized online support at any time
Here are some examples of the delicious recipes that are part of the plan.
The Ultimate Bacon and Egg Sandwich
Serves 1
Ready in about 10 minutes
Ingredients:
2 slices of Canadian bacon, all visible fat removed
One whole-wheat roll
Zero-calorie cooking spray
1 large egg
1 level tablespoon extra-light mayonnaise
2 leaves of lettuce
2 slices tomato
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preheat a small grill to medium-high heat and grill the Canadian bacon for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until crisp and lightly browned. Spilt the roll in half and lightly toast both sides. Meanwhile, place a small frying pan sprayed with zero-calorie cooking spray over medium heat. When hot, fry the egg for 4 to 5 minutes or until done to your liking. Spread half the mayonnaise over the cut sides of the roll. Arrange the lettuce on the base, then add the remaining mayonnaise and the tomato, bacon and egg. Season and top with the roll lid for a healthy, delicious start to the day.
Chinese Chicken and Mushroom Soup
Serves 4
Ready in about 20-25 minutes
Ingredients:
¾ pound cooked skinless, boneless chicken, sliced into thin shreds
1 bunch scallions, trimmed and chopped
½ inch piece root ginger, peeled and grated
1 cup small shiitake or button mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 level teaspoons light brown sugar
5 cups chicken stock
¾ cup carrots, peeled and sliced
1 cup baby corn, trimmed and sliced
Place the chicken in a bowl and stir in the scallions, reserving a few for garnishing. Add the ginger, mushrooms, soy sauce, sherry and sugar, mix well and set aside.
Pour the stock into a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the carrots and baby corn and simmer for 1 minute. Stir in the chicken mixture, bring back to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
Serve the soup garnished with the reserved scallions.
Pasta with Salmon and Asparagus
Serves 4
Ready in about 25 minutes
Ingredients:
4 lightly smoked boneless salmon fillets (about 4 ounces each)
Finely grated zest and juice of one lemon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
14 ounces dried farfalle pasta
1 cup fine asparagus spears
1 cup tender broccoli
¾ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
Preheat the oven to 390F. Put the salmon on a large sheet of foil, squeeze over half the lemon juice and season. Bring up the sides of the foil and scrunch the middle tightly to seal. Put on a baking tray and bake for 12 minutes, or until just cooked through.
Cook the farfalle according to the package instructions. Drain and return to the pan. Meanwhile, boil the asparagus and broccoli for 3 minutes, or until just tender. Drain.
Peel away the salmon skin and thickly flake the flesh. Mix the Greek yogurt with the lemon zest and remaining juice, season to taste, then spoon onto the pasta. Add the vegetables and salmon and stir gently. Top with freshly ground black pepper.
If you're interested in trying it out, I have the opportunity to give one lucky reader a 3-month gold membership to Slimming World ($115 value). To enter, leave a comment with your best tip for staying healthy during the holiday season. Deadline is December 2nd.
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