One of the largest obstacles to losing weight is re-learning how to cook. Having been on my own since I was 15 and having spent years working in the restaurant industry, I find myself in a position where I can cook a great meal for many people, effortlessly.

That’s not a proud boast! Lately I’ve been cooking for my family and dinner guests with an attitude of change. Change in intake that is.

As we’ve aged, we’re all growing spare tires, sporting muffin tops (that round of fat that bulges over the top of your jeans), and discovering love handles. Apart from the cosmetic disgust this type of fat on our bodies is the worst medically. (more…)

I found this recipe and decided to give it a try. After some simple modifications I ended up with a tasty patty that compliments a hearty soup or that could be made smaller and used as an edible plate for salsa or hummus dip.

Here’s what’s really important…my 14 year old daughter with a discerning palate could not tell me what was in the patties, and did not want to know. She enjoyed them and didn’t want to enjoy them less by knowing the ingredients (since she was certain it was something too healthy to be enjoyable).

They are, in fact, both healthy and enjoyable.

The recipe below makes 14 3″ patties. (more…)