Recipes for the Week

Tonight, there is a fund raising dinner and auction at the elementary school where William went to school and Winnie currently attends. Natalie has invited me to go with her. We shall talk non-stop all evening. Music and children. My two most favorite subjects.

And, the Formula 1 race is Sunday from Austin, Texas. An interesting and fun weekend ahead.

Although I am going out to dinner tonight, I thought I would list my recipes for the week. Again, these foods are designed to be low carb and low fat. The protein portions are 3-4 ozs. and the vegetables are non-starchy. All recipes make 4 servings.

Bacon-Wrapped Boursin Stuffed Burgers - I use one pound of ground beef and only half of the Boursin. I also pre-bake the bacon until it is slightly browned. I am serving it with a steamed artichoke.   http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/boursin_stuffed_burgers.html

Braised Balsamic Chicken - I use only one pound of chicken but use the listed portions for everything else. This is delicious. I usually serve it with fresh tiny green beans. http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Braised-Balsamic-Chicken/Detail.aspx?evt19=1

Mongolian Beef - Sometimes I get so hungry for Chinese food. This is fast, once everything is prepared and ready to go into the pan. Michael has his over rice. So good! http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=1736075

Portobello Parmesan - I double the recipe. Make for breakfast or lunch. A special treat. http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/portobello_parmesan.html