The Bariatric Iron Chef Throw Down !!!

Well, we had our Lunch Bunch get together for February yesterday. I think this one should be called “Bobby Flay’s Throw Down” meets “The Bariatric Iron Chef”. What a spread! Great food was the on the agenda, along with fellowship, the clothing exchange, make up swap, and the occasional computer tutorial.

Melinda and Tim brought their laptop and through the miracle of wireless internet, we were able to help several people update their avatars and weight loss tickers. We even had an informal question and answer forum on how to do things with your computer.

Several people contributed with different items. We had shrimp ( a great source of protein). Although we had one person on pureed food, she refused the opportunity to try pureed shrimp! I just don’t understand! A couple of people brought different protein drinks to sample, as well as protein bars. I think I did find a new crunchy food yesterday. Gen Soy Crisp in the Parmesan/Garlic flavor…Yummo, but only in moderation! And of course a big THANK YOU to the group that brought plates, tea, ice, and eating utensils. I just don’t think this would have been a success if we had to eat with our hands or slurp our tea!

It was nice seeing old friends as well as new ones. We had a couple who drove in from Clarksville, and another who came in on Friday from Sevierville. Wow, we are really expanding and that’s great!

My son R.J. and Shelia’s son Dale both love the Lunch Bunch! I think one of the biggest thrills, for the boys, and some of the adults, was playing football in the back lot! I was just glad that I could keep up with them for once!

I really think we had a great time, and several people asked if we would do this again! Most definitely was the answer.

Below you will find links to the recipes we tried. The recipes will be stored on my food blog.

Hope you enjoy!

Shelley’s Mexican Lasagna (Beth & Scott)

Chicken Cordon Bleu (Beth & Scott)

Mexican Chicken Kiev (Beth & Scott)

Butternut Squash & Onions (Beth & Scott)

Linda’s Cottage Cheese Crepes (Freddie S.)

Chili Relleno Puff (Freddie S.)

Peanut butter Cookie Bites (Cheryl & Phil)

Easy Chicken Chili (Cheryl & Phil)

Banana cream Pie with Oatmeal Coconut Crust (Melissa M.)

Peanut Butter Pie (Melinda R.)

Chicken Fajita Soup (Shelia B.)