Chicken Tostadas with Avocado Dressing

I got this recipe off of the message board from Weight Watchers.  And I'm so glad I did!



Nutritional Infomation:
Serving Size: 1 tostada
Servings: 4 tostadas
Weight Watchers: 8 Points Plus


Ingredients:

• 2 Tbs. FF Sour Cream
• 2 Tbs. FF Low Sodium Chicken Broth
• 2 Tbs. Lemon Juice
• 2 Tbs Canola Oil
• 1/4 Tsp Ground Red Pepper
• 1/8 Tsp Salt
• 1/2 Ripe Peeled Avocado
• 1 1/2 Tbs Canola Oil, divided
• 4 (6") Corn Tortillas
• 2 Cups Shredded Skinless, Boneless Rotisserie Chicken Breast
• 1 Cup Shredded Lettuce
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese

Method:

1.  Combine the first 7 ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth

2.  Heat a large nonstick skillet over med-high heat.  Add 3/4 tsp oil to pan.  Cook 1 tortilla 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.  Repeat with remaining oil and tortillas.

3.  Plan 1 tortilla on a plate; top with 1/2 cup chicken, 1/4 cup lettuce, 1/8 cup cheese, and 3 Tbsp dressing.

Enjoy!

hApPy BiRtHdAy tO My HoNeY!

My how things can change in one year.  Today is Ricky's 27th Birthday! This time last year I was sending him football cookies, going out to dinner with his parents, and buying football tickets.  Check out that post, Ricky's 26th Bday.  

This year we are on different continents, major different time zones, no football cookies (although I did send him chocolate chip cookies and he got those 2 weeks ago), no dinner with family, and no football tickets (for his birthday at least).  I'm a major birthday fan, I love to celebrate and make a big deal out of it, so it's really hard for me to not be able to control any of the celebrations.  I can't even control if I can talk to him to tell him Happy Birthday.  So, needlesstosay, I'm struggling today.  I want to be with him, to help him have an amazing day.  But I can't.  

Since he has no use for most things you could get on your birthday, I packed him up a huge box of candy and fun, silly stuff.  He still hasn't gotten it yet, even though I sent it a month ago.  So I'm sad he doesn't even have his presents on his birthday.  

I'll post pics of all the fun stuff in the care package once he gets it, I don't want to ruin the surprise for him :)  But here's a sneak peek. Ok ok, it's not really a sneak peek.  Just some boxes filled with fun!!! So stay tuned because I'll do a whole post of all the fun-ness.  I also told him he has to take pics with/or using some of the items in the box :) 

Thankful Thursday - Health

This week I have been very thankful for my health.  Even though I have been overweight since about 9th grade and on (off and on, I'd gain then lose, then gain again), I have still always been pretty healthy.  I haven't had any major medical problems, no hospital stays (except for when I had pneumonia in the 2nd grade), and no need for prescription medicine.  So today I am extremely thankful.

I will continue to do my best to stay healthy and keep my body happy.  I do that by trying my hardest to feed it healthy foods that it needs, and limit the processed candy and foods.  And also by regular exercise.

This week I started a bootcamp class here in Tulsa (bought it through Living Social) and it's been so great!  I'm excited to see what my results are at the end of my month long session.

Thankful Thursday

I have decided with all that I have going on in life at this moment, I want to start saying one thing I'm thankful every Thursday (love the alliteration).  These are by no means in order, it could just be something has popped out to me this week and I want to recognize it.

Today, I am thankful for the great communication between here and Afghanistan.  During Ricky's training phase, I was preparing myself for the worst, possibly only relying on letters, GASP! I didn't want to expect too much in case the technology was terrible where he was and then I was terribly disappointed.  I would recommend this theory to anyone having to go through a deployment. Thankfully, he is able to call whenever he can and the line is crystal clear.  Not much delay, and I can here him as if her were right here in Tulsa.  When he calls varies day to day, and sometimes I go days without hearing anything.  This is where my Faith in God comes in, a month ago my mind would automatically go to worry, but I am slowly learning to put all my trust in God that He is protecting those men and women.  I know he'll call when he can.

I'm extra thankful for this today because I went the last two days without a call.  And then he called this morning.  If you've ever had to go very long without hearing from your loved ones and/or have NO way of contacting them you know exactly how it feels to get that unknown number pop up on your phone.

So thank you Lord, for providing this capability for us.

Halfway there!

We are officially halfway to R&R!  Technically today we have 48% left.  Things have gotten so much better for me the last week.  I've gotten into more of a routine and Ricky has been able to call just about everyday!  I am feeling very very very spoiled with all the contact from him.  We have so many fun things planned while he's home! But I can't share just yet, trying to store up all my excitement for a closer date :)

Design Inspirations

For those readers out there that don't know, I have my own little side business or more of a hobby.  About 5 years ago, while shopping in a craft shop in Stillwater, I saw a picture of this painted cross that was for sell for like $80!!! I decided that I could totally make that myself.  So I went to a shop in town that cuts out wood and had them make me a bunch of cutouts.  I just started making them for my friends.  And then once I got out of college, I started making them to sell.  I tried out a craft show, but didn't have much luck.  So I put my painting on the back burner.

So, when this deployment came around, I decided to pick it back up, it would at least keep my busy and keep my mind off of things.  And I would figure out what to do with them at a later time.  Then a friend suggested I start making them to sell for a scholarship that is newly set up for a sorority sister that recently passed.  I thought this was an excellent idea!  So I got in touch with some people and just started painting.


Yesterday I went to Stillwater to sell some of what I've made for the scholarship.  I set up my little booth in the corner of the TV room and had some really good success!

They also sell wristbands for the scholarship

My little corner booth

I have recently updated my little Facebook page with new pics.  So if you would like to place an order or buy one of the ones I have for sale, feel free to contact me.  You can comment me on here, facebook me, or email me.  They are $30 and half of the proceeds go toward the scholarship.

Ten Minute Taco Salad

Taco salad is one of my go-to meals when I'm short on time and want something to give me leftovers for a few days.  So I was thrilled when I found this recipe on how to make my own taco shell.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 lb ground beef/ground turkey, fully cooked
• 1/4 cup taco sauce 
• 1/4 cup canned corn
• 1/4 cup salsa
• 1 tbs light ranch (or sour cream)
• 1 low carb wrap (such as La Tortilla brand, or something with 100 calories/high in fiber)
• Optional: 1/4 cup low fat shredded cheese, 1/4 cup black beans

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Gather ingredients.

2.  After removing the corn from the can, (I measure out 1/4 cup for my salad, and save the rest in a tupperware), remove the paper from the can, and place it on a sheet pan. (You could use any empty can you have on hand, or an oven safe mug or dish that you can drape the wrap over).  Drape the wrap over the can, and place in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the tortilla is golden brown, and crispy.

3. While the tortilla is baking, add the taco sauce to the meat, and stir until well combined.
4. Measure out, and prepare the rest of the ingredients to put in the salad.
5. When the tortilla is cooled, take it off the can, (it only takes about a minute), and add the lettuce first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.

Serve immediately and Enjoy!!!