Protein Pancakes: An Introduction

Round one:

They looked ok 0_o   ?

As much as I don't want to admit it...this first attempt was an epic fail. *lowers head* I just jacked up Theresa's original recipe LoL but I'm a women who doesn't waste so these did get eaten! 

I really don't even want to share what went wrong but in a sense I feel obligated to keep things real with you all *lowers head again*... 

I only use 4 egg whites and after adding everything in (I only did the oats, eggs, protein, baking powder and cinnamon) things were still watery and I was out of eggs soooo I threw in the yolks...still watery...so I threw in some more oats. Once the mixture actually got..pancakey I tossed it in the skillet and although things were looking great...they weren't tasting great...thoughts for next time...

1. Stick to the recipe! I'm going to go ahead and buy a carton of egg whites so I won't have to worry about wasting.

2. The next batch of protein I buy will be vanilla again...don't thing chocolate and peanut putter pancakes is where it's at :-/

3. [kinda goes with #1] These things were soooooo dense! they were like cardboard! I'm guessing this is because I opted out of the cottage cheese? I'm not really a fan of it but if it will make this bad boys lighter! That would be a blessing!

They were pretty filling though! I exchanged my usual breakfast toast for
one pancake and I was super full but not as guilty because I was pretty much all oats. 

Hair Update: The Mini Twist Take-down

They're out! I gave my hair and scalp a good washin' with Suave coconut shampoo (I'm not sure how this got into my cabinet but I ran out of Tresemme so I had to do what I had to do! Hey...it did the job *shrugs*) deep conditioned with Shea Moisture's Yucca and Baobab masque, detangled, blew out and start re-mini-twisting all over again.

Unlike the last installation which took about a day and I have, it's going on day 5 and I still haven't finished putting them in :( between work and school (ie midterms) time hasn't exactly been on my side. Thank Neptune for head wraps, beanies and buns!

You all already know what my hair looks like with the mini twist in and I'm sure once they are completely...complete I'll have tons of pictures to share! But I just wanted to share this picture of how I kept my hair stretched out after blowing it out.

I didn't really realize how long my hair was until I did this! I thought it was pretty cool!

I was pooped after blowing it out this time so I didn't even start twisting until the next day. I slept with these in under a satin bonnet.

What's Cookin' ?

As my search continues for clean eats :)....

What started out as my meal of the week has stretched on to week number two...for what reason? Only that it's been that finger lickin good!! 

I've taken the Tilapia and pasta blend to a whole new level. Here are a couple variations I've been chowing down on lately...

As you may remember from a few post back, this is how things started--
Tilapia, Zucchini, Squash and Bow ties (sprinkled in Italian Seasoning)

Then we lost the Z&S and ventured into bell pepper
(green, yellow, and orange) + onion land...
(sprinkle of pepper and cayenne) 

THEEEN We covered the Tilapia in the BP & Onions and
added even MORE veggies :) I steamed the asparagus with
some garlic and a little butter (which I probably could've done without) 

Hair relaxers can cause Fibroids?

Via CurlyNikki....

"Katiera shared the following link on my Facebook wall--
      
A revealing Boston University shows hair relaxers can cause fibroids in the uterus, giving “having unhealthy hair” a whole new meaning.
If relaxers can be so damaging, why would women still use them? For starters, many women wonder if there is another hair-straightening alternative.


Some women say choosing not to wear a relaxer could be the same as choosing not to work or not to advance in a certain industry."




Click here for original article.

Things that make me smile: Coupons

Thanks Tony Truesdale ;)

Lunch today!: Tilapia, Zucchini, Squash and Pasta!

Ugh...lunch was finger-licking-good today! 

I sprinkled everything with Italian seasoning,wrapped in some foil and through it in the oven (400 degrees) for about 20 mins...

uuuggggghhhh smh...I don't know if I'm going to make it to my last class today lol! 

Quality meals put me in such a good mood that I just want to sleep [even though I do feel a little energized now].

Don't forget to watch those portions!

Camping/ Meditation retreat

This past weekend I went on a meditation retreat with some friends! Here are a few pix:

Food choices where definitely tough!
But after seeing what other's packed I'm definitely
ready for next time!

The treehouse where we slept

It was a really awesome experience and a great opportunity to meet wonderful new people. I couldn't really get any of my close friends to go because let's face it, most black women aren't into this kinda stuff...but I obviously am not the typical black girl lol!


We practiced a variety of Qigong meditation and I left the trip feeling relaxed, enlightened and ready to tackle the rest of the semester.

I also left inspired and eager to see other outdoor adventures ie hiking, possibly backpacking and definitely more camping. What can I say! Between the fresh air, the sounds of nature day and night, the stars, the smores...I'M SOLD!