Adkins followers, HELP ME!!!

[Imafitnessfreak]

I very good friend of ours (DH and I) is coming over this Sunday to help us put the kids swingset together. It is a huge wooden monster that will take all day.

Anyway, our friend volunteered his time and tools. We said we'd feed him and fill him up with beer. He told us he is following Adkins so meat, cheese and Diet Rite would keep him happy.

Now, I need suggestions from Adkins people. I want to make him something easy yet special. I am so appreciative of his help, I want him to say "ummmm"! Any suggestions?

I can't wait to get the swingset up, my 4 year old can't stop talking about it!!! I can't wait to see her swing on it!

 

[lauralea]

Most guys would probably be happy with a juicy steak! Mashed cauliflower with butter would be a good side, it is low in carbs and yummy. Some steamed vegetables with a low carb seasoning would also be a good idea!

Laura

 

[Pellmel]

A hamburger with blue cheese melted on it. That is my pick for the best Atkins treat that is casual.

My favorite Atkins trick is to make steak butter. Mix softened butter with lemon, worchestershire sauce, garlic salt, pepper, paprika, whatever and let it firm. When the steak comes off the grill you put a chunk of butter on it. You can look it up on the internet as Maitre'd hotel butter.

My personal fav Atkins side is steamed spinach with butter - are you seeing a theme here?

There are no great Atkins munchies except nuts and low glycemic veggies. But who doesn't love nuts?

Hope this helps. Butter rules.
Melissa

 

[WD]

DH was on Adkins for a long time. I would take lean ground beef and mix in some Taco Bell seasoning and egg, then layer it with low fat cheddar cheese and bake it like a meat loaf. Also another meat loaf type recipe I have done is to layer the meat and eggs mixed w/ Italian seasoning w/ pepperoni and mozzarella or Italian cheese mix.
Dessert could be sugar free Jello made with half the water. Then whip cream and fold into it and chill. You can top this with a few strawberry slices.
Diane Sue

 

[Maximus]

A steak w/marinade would be my recommendation as well. Especially if you can grill. And if you want to make it really special make it filet mignon.

But I prefer asparagus as my veggie.