Well, today was a blah day. I wasn't in a bad mood or a good mood, just quiet. I got out of work on time, which was nice.

ON a diet note: I am right on track. I am changing my dinners to the veggie chili to eat the rest of it up. I also put the recipe below for anyone who is interested. It came off of the sparkpeople meal planner. Honestly, I cannot wait to get my new fridge here so that it is not so cluttered and I can find all my food!

ON an exercise note: I did exercise today. I only had one part that I had to change the position for. It was for my arm. Lifting the weights in my left arm did not work so well. However, I did get a good workout in!


Vegetarian Chili RECIPE




Ingredients




1 medium onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 medium carrots, finely chopped

2 medium tomatoes, chopped

2 15 oz. cans black beans, drained

1 pinch cayenne pepper, chili powder, or chili seasoning mix

1 tablespoon parsley, freshly chopped



Nutritional Info



Fat: 2.9g
Carbohydrates: 23.0g
Calories:141.3
Protein: 7.2g



1. Saute the onions and garlic in oil in a large sauce pan.

2. Add carrots, tomatoes, herbs, spices, and beans.

3. Cover (to retain moisture) and cook on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.


Serves 6.



Reprinted with permission by Public Health – Seattle & King County