Old and Tired . . .

Hi guys. I'm sure glad I have your commitment and support to motivate me. I;ve felt like I could hardly keep up with life each day, let alone think about all that I should be doing to be healthier. However, it's been a relatively good week and I'm determined to hang in there. I'm just really glad I've been able to make the changes that I've made -- thanks to you all. Here's a couple of recipes that I thought looked good. . .

GUILTLESS FRENCH FRIES
3 large russet potatoes
1 egg white
freshly ground black pepper
Cut potatoes into thin french fry-size strips. In bowl, whip egg white until foamy. Add black pepper and mix. Add potatoes and toss to coat well. Spread potatoes on non-stick cookie sheet in single layer. Cook for 30-35 minutes at 450 degrees or until potatoes are crisp and brown. For spicy fries add 1 T. chili powder and 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper to egg white bath. For gourmet fries use 1 russet potato, 1 yukon potato and 1 sweet potato. For garlic fries add 1 tsp. garlic powder and 1 tsp. paprika to egg white bath. It recommends dipping your fries in vinegar as you eat them for some zip.

FRUIT SMOOTHIE ICE CREAM
2 over-ripe bananas
1 T. applesauce (unsweetened) or artificial sweetner
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/8 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp. nutmeg
Peel bananas and mash thoroughly in bowl. Add applesauce, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Blend well. Cover and place in freezer for several hours. Try any kind of fruit (peaches and pineapple are juicy good). Try a splash of lemon or lime juice for a sweet/tart taste.

Good luck and love to you all! Mom