Oh, Glory Be!

Glory canned red beans and rice and black beans and rice tastes just like my grandmother's RB&R!! Of course, this is strange to me because she uses New Orleans style kidney beans, makes a gravy by adding water, adds a mixture of spices that I have not yet been given access to (something tells me that she's just using Zataran's, and that's why she isn't telling me), and throws in about a pound of sausage. But, hey, I'm not looking a gift horse in the mouth.

Glory RB&R has just 3 ww points! I generally add chicken sausage or soysage (the apple smoked kind is excellent) for three more points and a REALLY tasty meal. I'm also a fan of Glory's cream corn, which is also three points, and their greens mix. I'm now eating red beans and rice or black beans and rice several times per week, and I am definitely not complaining. When Sir Mix-A-Lot says "red beans and rice didn't miss her," he meant me. :)

Weight Watchers

I have a confession to make. I've gained weight since I started this blog--3 lbs. Writing papers and the end of the semester conspired to stress me out, and I ended up forgetting about all of my diet goals. Aaargh! After standing on the scale last night, I finally got serious. Today, I joined Weight Watchers.
I know, this blog isn't supposed to be about weight loss. But, it's my blog, and it is about eating healthy, so I will be blogging about Weight Watchers.
Reasons I love WW:
1. I went to one meeting, and I already saw someone I know. There were a ton of wonderful, supportive women there! Hooray for Female Empowerment!
2. Weight Watchers makes me feel like eating is a game I'm playing. It's a little like a cross between golf and bowling. I try to eat as many healthy foods as I can and also come in under points value.
3. I can still cook Mediterranean soul food on this diet. I can eat anything I want as long as I count the points. So, I'll still be cooking as I'm losing.

So long. More recipes, food tips, and confessions to come.