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  • Apple Walnut Feta Salad

    Kajal Patel

    Apple Walnut Feta Salad

    Hi, friends, looking for a fall favorite recipe? This is it! This salad comes together quickly with a few ingredients, tossed in a delicious, refreshing balsamic vinaigrette — it’s the...

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  • Parmesan Shrimp and Zucchini

    Kaycee Hammack

    Parmesan Shrimp and Zucchini

    WeightWise Recipe Print Recipe Parmesan Shrimp and Zucchini Course Main Dish Keyword bariatric recipes, bariatric surgery recipes, duodenal switch recipes, gastric bypass recipes, gastric sleeve recipes, low carb, low carb...

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  • Cucumber Salad

    Kaycee Hammack

    Cucumber Salad

    WeightWise Recipe Print Recipe Cucumber Salad Course Side Dish, Vegetable Keyword bariatric recipes, bariatric surgery recipes, duodenal switch recipes, gastric bypass recipes, gastric sleeve recipes, low carb, low carb recipes,...

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  • Turkey Smoked Sausage and Radish Casserole

    Kaycee Hammack

    Turkey Smoked Sausage and Radish Casserole

    WeightWise Recipe Print Recipe Turkey Smoked Sausage and Radish Casserole Keyword bariatric recipes, bariatric surgery recipes, duodenal switch recipes, gastric bypass recipes, gastric sleeve recipes, low carb, low carb recipes,...

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  • Baked Radishes

    Kaycee Hammack

    Baked Radishes

    I have had MANY patients tell me that they substitute radishes in place of potatoes in multiple recipes. For example crockpot roast, stew, etc. I had not tried radishes since...

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  • Chicken Sausage Stir Fry

    Kaycee Hammack

    Chicken Sausage Stir Fry

    I have recently been introduced to Trader Joe’s, I know I am way behind, but the closest Trader Joe’s is about a hour away from me. Needless to say, I...

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  • Philly Stuffed Peppers

    Kaycee Hammack

    Philly Stuffed Peppers

    With this cold weather approaching, I am all about good ol’ comfort food. Now I know many of us think of a nice hot bowl soup during this time, I...

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  • Pepper steak stir fry

    Lauren Armstrong

    Pepper steak stir fry

    Need a fast meal, but don’t want to skimp on flavor? This recipe for pepper steak is loaded with onion, pepper, and mushrooms in a rich tomato sauce. WeightWise Recipe...

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  • Sauteed Green Beans

    Lauren Armstrong

    Sauteed Green Beans

    Sauteed Green Beans. You might be thinking, “Is this the end to soggy green beans?!” Well, I’m here to tell you that soggy beans are a part of your past...

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  • Roasted Cornish Hen

    Lauren Armstrong

    Roasted Cornish Hen

    Recipe creating can be intimidating. Especially if you have never had this particular food. That’s how I felt making roasted cornish hens. I have never had a cornish hen so...

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  • Roasted Curry Pumpkin

    Lauren Armstrong

    Roasted Curry Pumpkin

    Fall is officially here!!! Football. Crisp Weather. Changing Colors. And most of all PUMPKINS! I love pumpkin anything, so naturally, the pie pumpkin is one of my favorite things to...

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  • Kielbasa Veggie Bake

    Lauren Armstrong

    Kielbasa Veggie Bake

    Have you ever cooked dinner in the dark?? Neither had I….until last night. Now, I’m not sure how EVERY SINGLE light bulb in my kitchen went out at the same...

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  • Bell Pepper Coleslaw

    Lauren Armstrong

    Bell Pepper Coleslaw

    This recipe has been on my radar (by that, I mean Pinterest board) for a while now. Then, last week, a patient asked me how she could modify traditional coleslaw….I...

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  • Roasted Carrots

    Lauren Armstrong

    Roasted Carrots

    Sometimes I get tired of the same old vegetables. Cooked green beans and carrots, steamed broccoli, and sauteed peppers…they are delicious, but the monotony can take the enjoyment right out...

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  • Roasted Green Beans

    Lauren Armstrong

    Roasted Green Beans

    Roasted Green Beans… Who wouldn’t want to eat these little beauts?! Green beans are a staple to many households. It seems to be the vegetable of choice for the bachelor,...

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  • Egg and Veggie Frittata

    Lauren Armstrong

    Egg and Veggie Frittata

    Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. Actually, I could eat breakfast foods for every meal, every day. They are SO good. That’s why I love this quick and...

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  • Roasted Squash

    Lauren Armstrong

    Roasted Squash

    Bees are buzzing, gardens are blooming, and farmers markets are stocked with great produce. It’s the most wonderful time of the year (besides Christmas of course). Getting fresh locally grown...

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  • Grilled Vegetable Kabobs

    Lauren Armstrong

    Grilled Vegetable Kabobs

    Grilling season is now upon us! My weekend will be full of family, fun, and hopefully some sunshine. With the sun shining and gobs of family and friends at our...

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  • Mediterranean Mozza-Chicken

    Lauren Armstrong

    Mediterranean Mozza-Chicken

    I have never been to the Mediterranean but I sure do love their foods and spices. Mediterranean cuisine generally has a focus on veggies, poultry, seafood, beans, and healthy fats....

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  • Herb Crusted Baked Ham

    Lauren Armstrong

    Herb Crusted Baked Ham

    Thanksgiving in my family does not necessarily mean turkey, but it does mean ham. A deliciously, wonderful ham. There are so many ways to make a ham…between herb crusted baked...

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  • Sauteed Mushrooms

    Lauren Armstrong

    Sauteed Mushrooms

    Memories of going wild mushroom hunting in the canyon on my grandma’s farm come rushing back every time I make sauteed mushrooms. Even though we have all of these warm...

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  • Kielbasa Stir Fry

    Lauren Armstrong

    Kielbasa Stir Fry

    I am a huge fan of a good dinner that only requires one skillet. Less dishes = happier me. What is even better is the time and effort required to...

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  • Tofu Scramble

    Lauren Armstrong

    Tofu Scramble

    Let’s talk about breakfast. I love it! But unfortunately I find myself eating eggs a lot and I’m getting a little tired of them. I was trying to think of...

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  • Grilled Asparagus

    Lauren Armstrong

    Grilled Asparagus

    As I’m writing this blog, I am sitting underneath an umbrella with a cool breeze in the air and a nice glass of sun tea in my hand. Not a...

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  • BLT Chopped Salad

    Lauren Armstrong

    BLT Chopped Salad

    Knowing that you should avoid certain food is not the same thing as not wanting a certain food (cue bread cravings.) The mind is a very strong thing. You can...

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  • Caprese Turkey Burger

    Lauren Armstrong

    Caprese Turkey Burger

    Hi! I’m Elise and I am an intern working with the dietitians here at Weight Wise. I don’t know about you, but when I hear the words “turkey burger”, I...

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  • Baked Salmon and Broccoli

    Lauren Armstrong

    Baked Salmon and Broccoli

    Life can be busy and hectic. When you get home the last thing you want to do slave over a hot stove. Simple, fast, homemade meals are becoming a necessity...

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  • Jicama Fries

    Lauren Armstrong

    Jicama Fries

    If you are anything like Mr. A, it is hard for you to eat a hamburger without the fries. So I set out to find a way to make delicious,...

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  • Jicama Black Bean Salad

    Lauren Armstrong

    Jicama Black Bean Salad

    This is a Jicama (pronounced: “hic-a-ma”). It can be used as a dipper, as “french fries”, or in this case a salad. This salad is paired with black beans for...

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  • Roasted Eggplant

    Lauren Armstrong

    Roasted Eggplant

    Roasted Eggplant Taste fatigue occurs when you eat the same thing time and again. Cooking the same recipes and gravitating to familiar foods in the store causes this rut to...

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  • Cucumber Tuna Bites

    Lauren Armstrong

    Cucumber Tuna Bites

    Sometimes you just don’t want to cook. That is when “assembly only” recipes come into play. These cucumber tuna bites are perfect for those no cook days. WeightWise Recipe Print...

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  • Cauliflower Hummus

    Lauren Armstrong

    Cauliflower Hummus

    Looking for a lower-calorie, veggie-rific alternative to your usual hummus? This roasted cauliflower version delivers classic hummus flavor and rich, creamy texture—not to mention a bonus serving of non-starchy veggies!...

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  • Salmon Fajitas

    Lauren Armstrong

    Salmon Fajitas

    Ahhh… fajitas! The sizzling entrée that catches everyone’s attention at any Mexican restaurant. It’s an entrée worthy of some attention with its bright colors and flavorful seasonings. Most of us...

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  • Shrimp Chili

    Lauren Armstrong

    Shrimp Chili

    So apparently it has been the month of chili/slow cooker recipes. I didn’t realize it until now, but this month I have posted a Harvest Chili and French Canadian Boiled...

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  • Rainbow Stir Fry

    Lauren Armstrong

    Rainbow Stir Fry

    Colorful food is much more pleasant to eat than bland, white food. Rainbow Stir Fry has so many variations in color (hence the name)….it is so beautiful on a plate....

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  • Goulash

    Lauren Armstrong

    Goulash

    We were having dinner with some friends a few weeks ago, and the food was just amazing. I had to have the recipe for this Goulash. The host was gracious...

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  • Pepperoni Eggs

    Lauren Armstrong

    Pepperoni Eggs

    I hear it all the time. Almost daily even. How can I spice up my eggs? I’ve been having scrambled eggs forever, is there anything else I can do? I...

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  • Ham, Spinach, and Mozza Casserole

    Lauren Armstrong

    Ham, Spinach, and Mozza Casserole

    We have eggs a lot at my house. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Scrambled, boiled, baked. Doesn’t matter. But I’m a creature of habit…eating the same dishes frequently does not bother me...

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  • Roasted Radishes

    Lauren Armstrong

    Roasted Radishes

    Finding new and flavorful side dishes can be challenging. Especially low carb sides. Radishes can be a great, flavorful side dish that you don’t run across too often. I am...

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  • Tomato Mozza Salad

    Lauren Armstrong

    Tomato Mozza Salad

    I am always looking for easy ways to brighten up my meals. Hence the Tomato Mozza Salad. You might remember this as part of our 4th of July menu last...

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  • Roasted Cabbage Steaks

    Lauren Armstrong

    Roasted Cabbage Steaks

    This month I am committed to giving you new types of recipes that will help you enjoy your food. Just how committed, you ask? Well, I tried a new way...

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  • Cauliflower Alfredo

    Lauren Armstrong

    Cauliflower Alfredo

    Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is one of my favorite pasta dishes, but unfortunately it is loaded in carbs and fat. This recipe is a great alternative to alfredo, and is much...

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  • Italian Lemon Chicken

    Lauren Armstrong

    Italian Lemon Chicken

    Italian Lemon Chicken I like to share food. Well, maybe I’m not necessarily good at sharing food, but rather food ideas. And it’s the ideas that matter, right?! (At least,...

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  • Pan Seared Tilapia

    Lauren Armstrong

    Pan Seared Tilapia

    Another week has come and gone and I sure am glad it is Friday. The hint of warm weather yesterday has me excited to spend some time in the great...

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  • Mediterranean Chicken

    Lauren Armstrong

    Mediterranean Chicken

    Happy Friday, WeightWise friends. The weekend is so close I can taste it! I get to spend the next two days celebrating my wonderful father on his 60th birthday. We...

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  • Sriracha Chicken Salad

    Lauren Armstrong

    Sriracha Chicken Salad

    Chicken salad is a nice, easy lunch for when you’re on the go. If I’m going to eat it though, I always make my own. That way I know exactly...

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