Shades Mountain

The Shades Mountain Baptist location has been closed due to changes with the church's programs.  We are thankful for the past 6 years and the opportunity to help people change their life.

 We are in the process of finalizing the new location and times.  For the month of August, please visit one of our other wonderful meeting locations and remember to take care of yourself.
 

Find a Weight Watchers meeting

Stay tune because as soon as I know something...you will know.  I hope to see you in the meeting room!

 Diane

What's to Eat Wednesday

So glad today is Wednesday because yesterday was sooooo stressful!  I promise to keep my Shades Mountain group up to date on a new location as soon as I know!! It was sad removing the products and cabinets last night. But since today is Wednesday let's cook up something to eat!  This is the Bake Ziti recipe I mentioned a few weeks ago in the meeting room.  It comes from Cooking Light and my ww calculator reports it is 8 pp for a 1 1/2 cup serving.  Serve with a side salad and you are good to go!

Baked Ziti and Summer Veggies

4 oz uncooked ziti

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups chopped yellow squash

1 cup chopped zucchini 

1/2 cup chopped onion

2 cans chopped tomatoes with basil and oregano

 2 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup shredded part skim milk mozzarella cheese, divided

3/4 teaspoon salt, divided

1/8 teaspoon red pepper

 1/4 cup part skim milk ricotta cheese

 1 egg, slightly beaten

 cooking spray

 1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.

 2. Preheat oven to 400.

 3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan.  Add squash, zucchini, and onion; saute 5 minutes.  Add tomatoes; saute 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in pasta; 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper.

 4. Combine ricotta, remaining salt, and egg.  Stir into pasta mixture.  Spoon into an 8 inch square baking dish coated with cooking spray.  Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.  Bake at 400 for 15 minutes or until bubbly.  

 Yield: 4 servings

 If you are willing to add the points...include 1 pound of browned ground round for your meat lovers!

 

What's to eat Wednesday!

I am beginning to love Wednesday so I can find something good to share!  Several weeks ago my sister-in-law brought this fabulous dip to my home for Sunday Supper.  I knew I was in trouble when she said the recipe came from Pauladeen.com.  In true Weight Watcher's form, I went straight to my eTools and recipe builder.  The original recipe is 13 points served with Pork Rinds and the ww lighter version is 8 which includes 16 reduced fat Wheat Thins!!! Hope you enjoy ...

Warm Turnip Green Dip Weight Watchers' Style

8 points

3 slices reduced fat bacon (cooked and crumbled)

½ sweet onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, chopped

¼ cup white grape juice

1 (16 oz) package frozen chopped turnip greens (thawed and drained)

12 oz light cream cheese cut into pieces

8 ounces light sour cream

½ teaspoon dried crushed red pepper

½ teaspoon salt

¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, reserving ¼ cup for top

16 Reduced Fat Wheat Thins

Directions

Pre heat oven to 350 degrees.

In large mixing bowl combine all ingredients well.  Transfer into baking dish.  Cook 20 minutes.  Add ¼ cup Parmesan cheese and cook 5 more minutes on broil.

What's To Eat Wednesday

Strawberry Pie

Points Plus Values:2
Servings: 6

                                         

2 cups water
1 small package sugar-free strawberry Jell-O 
1 small package sugar-free cook 'n serve vanilla pudding
2 pounds sliced strawberries
Fat Free Redi Whip






                                      Place sliced berries in a pie plate.









Mix pudding and 2 cups water in a saucepan.  Stirring constantly, bring to a boil.  Remove from heat and whisk in strawberry Jell-O until it has completely dissolved.  Pour mixture over berries making sure all berries are covered.  Refrigerate until well set.

Serve with small spritz of Fat Free Redi-Whip.







Thanks to Susan for sharing this recipe.  Susan has also substituted 8-9 medium peaches and sugar free peach Jell-O for a quick variation.

What's to Eat Wednesday

Nothing says summer like a BLT!!

How often do we refer to "BLT's" as bites, licks and taste but this time it is really a 5 point sandwich!

Here is the recipe:

3 slices for 2 points plus values

Fresh sliced tomatoes for 0 points plus

 Iceburg lettuce for zero points plus

1 tablespoon of light mayo for 1 points plus

2 slices of light wheat bread for 2 points plus values

Enjoy!

Happy Birthday

Weight Watchers' founder Jean Nidetch recently celebrated her birthday.  Read her success story and see how she can still inspire at 87!  Lifestyle changes lasting a lifetime!

Happy Birthday Jean