Linda and Rachel wishing you a HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

We just wanted to wish everyone a happy thanksgiving!
We have lots to be thankful for this year...new studio!!!
Great clients....and good health!

Try and eat responsibly tomorrow...here are a few low
fat recipes for those of you that are cooking...

Sweet Potato Casserole

2 ? lbs. Sweet potatoes (3 large) peeled and cubed
3 egg whites, beaten
3 Tbsp. maple syrup
1 tsp. Vanilla extract
Topping:
? cup chopped pecans
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. butter, melted
1/8 tsp. Ground cinnamon
1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped

Directions:
Place sweet potatoes in a big cooking pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl; mash. Cool slightly. Stir in the egg whites, syrup and vanilla. Transfer to an 8-in square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the pecans, brown sugar, butter and cinnamon; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees, for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with apricots and cherries. Bake 5-7 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160 degrees and the fruits are heated through.


Green Bean Casserole

Vegetable cooking spray
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup skim milk
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-sodium, reduced-fat Swiss cheese
1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 (9-ounce) packages frozen French-style green beans, thawed and drained
1 1/2 cups herb-seasoned stuffing mix
2 teaspoons margarine, melted
1 egg white, lightly beaten

Preparation
Coat a medium saucepan with cooking spray, and place over medium heat until hot. Add onion; saute 5 minutes or until tender. Add flour, and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add the milk, stirring until blended. Stir in cheese, sour cream, sugar, and salt; cook 5 minutes or until thickened and bubbly, stirring constantly. Place green beans in an 8-inch square baking dish; pour the sauce over beans. Combine stuffing mix, margarine, and egg white in a bowl; stir well, and sprinkle over green bean mixture. Bake at 350? for 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

For those not cooking.........remember PORTION CONTROL!

I have also giving you a quick workout you can do Thursday
morning instead of boot camp!

Have a great rest of the week and HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!

Linda and Rachel