I've always had a very bad habit of letting the weather dictate how I eat. If it's warm and sunny and I'm happy and satisfied, I tend to eat less than I do when it's dreary and rainy or cold and snowy. The last three weeks have wreaked havoc on my diet. It's shown on the scale...it's shown in my mood....it's even showing on my skin.
In the past, what I would normally do is just give up and say, Oh well, I tried. Not this time. Getting back to work is the most important thing. Spring will be here soon, and then exercise will come easier...fresh veggies and fruits will be more available, and I will be able to focus better. The most important part of your journey, is realizing your weaknesses, and improving upon them.
I stole this yummy soup recipe from my good friend Chastian. If we don't have anything else in common, it's our love for cooking. She's also great at helping me get motivated and stay on track with my journey, as she is very health conscious.
Black Bean & Salsa Soup
Ingredients:
1 can low sodium canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 large container of your favorite salsa (I used medium heat pace picante sauce)
1.5 containers (the boxes, not the cans) Vegetable or chicken stock
1 can of corn (drained) or 2 cups of frozen corn kernels
1/2 container dried linguine noodles (I use whole wheat noodles)
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
Directions:
Add all ingredients but the Parmesan Cheese to the stock pot and cook over medium heat until noodles are tender and all flavors marry together. Then add the Parmesan cheese, and serve.
Makes about 6-8 servings 254 calories per serving (Estimated)
This is super easy, and super yummy.
(The recipe does not call for this, but if you like extra flavor, you can garnish your soup with cilantro, green onion, and/or lime juice)
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