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I've been thinking about "Cheat Day" all week, but once it rolled around, I didn't even go all out. I'm riding the back of the willpower pony for as long as it's at the ranch!
I began the day with a 70 minute Yoga class that was relaxing and invigorating all at the same time. Plus it made me realize just how dry my skin is. It's hard to contort your body into so many different configurations when you're feeling tighter than Joan Rivers' last face lift.
Breakfast today was a yummy little ham and cheese omelette 
accompanied by vanilla yogurt with fresh blackberries. I was surprised by the omelette. I expected something much worse! I'm still not a fan of the smokey ham flavoring, but I'm sort of getting used to it. The eggs were moist and fluffy and there was enough filling to give it some interest. This is obviously a breakfast I could have made for myself using fresher ingredients, but for a frozen meal that was quick and easy, I give it a 6.
accompanied by vanilla yogurt with fresh blackberries. I was surprised by the omelette. I expected something much worse! I'm still not a fan of the smokey ham flavoring, but I'm sort of getting used to it. The eggs were moist and fluffy and there was enough filling to give it some interest. This is obviously a breakfast I could have made for myself using fresher ingredients, but for a frozen meal that was quick and easy, I give it a 6.Lunch: Pasta & Beef. This came in a cute little microwavable cup and that might be the best thing I can say about it. It was ok if you enjoy beef-a-roni, but I personally have never gotten along with Chef Boyardee, so this one was difficult to stomach. I didn't mind it so much after the first few bites, but I wouldn't choose to eat this meal again. Score: 3.
Dinner: Our friends came over with their "Raclette," which is a Swiss cooking device that turns out a fondue-style meal. You melt cheese, along with your 
choice of toppings and condiments, in individual dishes 
that slip under the heating element. On top of the element is a grill for cooking meats or vegetables. For this dinner we offered Gruyere, cheddar or brie with minced spinach, mushroom, red pepper, jalapeno pepper, onion, and tomato. Everyone took turns cooking their own bite sized pieces of steak, sausage, marinated chicken, butterflied shrimp, scallops and veal. Not only was it fun and interactive, but it also forced you to slow down and enjoy each bite.
choice of toppings and condiments, in individual dishes 
that slip under the heating element. On top of the element is a grill for cooking meats or vegetables. For this dinner we offered Gruyere, cheddar or brie with minced spinach, mushroom, red pepper, jalapeno pepper, onion, and tomato. Everyone took turns cooking their own bite sized pieces of steak, sausage, marinated chicken, butterflied shrimp, scallops and veal. Not only was it fun and interactive, but it also forced you to slow down and enjoy each bite.Afterwards we used the Raclette for dessert, 
grilling pineapples, brownies, cookies and marshmallows to dip in chocolate melted underneath. Everyone got a little creative adding mini M&Ms, butterscotch chips and graham crackers, but the piece de resistance was grilled PEEPS! That was the best cheat I could think of... gooey melted marshmallow encrusted in crunchy caramelized sugar. Mmmm, makes me look forward to next Sunday! I already know that will be on the menu.
grilling pineapples, brownies, cookies and marshmallows to dip in chocolate melted underneath. Everyone got a little creative adding mini M&Ms, butterscotch chips and graham crackers, but the piece de resistance was grilled PEEPS! That was the best cheat I could think of... gooey melted marshmallow encrusted in crunchy caramelized sugar. Mmmm, makes me look forward to next Sunday! I already know that will be on the menu.
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