The Official "What's for Dinner" Thread!

[Shane]

Heck yeah!!!

Love the champagne brunches. Yum, yum, yum!!! And, as a vegetarian, I can ALWAYS find something yummy at the buffets!!

Shane, what's your fav? Maybe break it down for us: strip, off-strip and whatever the heck other category you want to add.

The one at...Planet Hollywood, I think it was, is downright spectacular.

Never had Planet Hollywood. Tend to stay away from strip WAY to pricey in general.

My favorite however is Mandalay Bay if and when I decide to go to one on the strip. Will generally hit the all you can eat crab leg buffet located at Green Valley Ranch in Henderson.

 

[Shane]

Last night was an awesome dinner! Had a soy meatball sandwich, steamed brocoli and carrots and a salad. AWESOME!!!

Not sure what's on the menu tonight. Probably burgers and veggies, since it will be a late work night.

 

[Jersey Girl]

You are so predictable. I just knew you would have a comment.

Tonight I went to Marcella's Italian kitchen. They changed the menu, so I wanted to see what's what. Was disappointed. Will not go back.

Booo.

 

[HeavyB3]

I had a leftover chicken breast that I baked with black beans, salsa, and green chilies with a side of broccoli and rice. Resisted the temptation to eat something unhealthy because I'm so close to my first weight loss goal.

 

[HeavyB3]

I'd try it. I bet it tastes pretty similar.

 

[Mulli]

I had a leftover chicken breast that I baked with black beans, salsa, and green chilies with a side of broccoli and rice. Resisted the temptation to eat something unhealthy because I'm so close to my first weight loss goal.

:smiliefan:

 

[dreamcastrocks]

Never had Planet Hollywood. Tend to stay away from strip WAY to pricey in general.

My favorite however is Mandalay Bay if and when I decide to go to one on the strip. Will generally hit the all you can eat crab leg buffet located at Green Valley Ranch in Henderson.

We went to a timeshare thing and got it for free. It was close to $30 per person regular priced. Almost seemed worth it too. It was really good.

 

[Shane]

I'd try it. I bet it tastes pretty similar.

I'm betting no. Have tried many soy products. They don't taste anywhere near the same IMO. The texturebis what's worse IMO though. Funny though cus I can drink soy milk no problem.

 

[Shane]

We went to a timeshare thing and got it for free. It was close to $30 per person regular priced. Almost seemed worth it too. It was really good.

Free is awesome.

 

[Jersey Girl]

I'm betting no. Have tried many soy products. They don't taste anywhere near the same IMO. The texturebis what's worse IMO though. Funny though cus I can drink soy milk no problem.

I would say no as well, though I haven't had beef since 1989. The veggie products have come a LOOOOONG way since that time! I find the bacon and hot dogs taste the closest (from what I remember), but the texture is definitely different.

I wouldn't recommend soy products to any meat lover, that's for sure!

 

[Linderbee]

I had a leftover chicken breast that I baked with black beans, salsa, and green chilies with a side of broccoli and rice. Resisted the temptation to eat something unhealthy because I'm so close to my first weight loss goal.

Good for you! Keep going--hitting that goal will really help keep you motivated!

I'd try it. I bet it tastes pretty similar.

I had made a small side of Boca soy crumbles (soy ground "beef") and seasoned it with a little of the taco seasoning I used on the ground beef. I am trying to avoid ground beef while dieting. In my massive taco/burrito I couldn't tell a difference at all.

I'd give it a try if I were you. The texture is normally a little different, but not horrible. The amount of calories & fat you save is totally worth it when you're trying to hit a goal. It also lets you have things (like a meatball sub) that you'd ordinarily have to just do without, which is great.

Don't let whatever snarky comment Shane [edit: Mulli] is about to make regarding what I just said affect you.

 

[Mulli]

I disagree. Not worth it.

 

[Shane]

Good for you! Keep going--hitting that goal will really help keep you motivated!

I had made a small side of Boca soy crumbles (soy ground "beef") and seasoned it with a little of the taco seasoning I used on the ground beef. I am trying to avoid ground beef while dieting. In my massive taco/burrito I couldn't tell a difference at all.

I'd give it a try if I were you. The texture is normally a little different, but not horrible. The amount of calories & fat you save is totally worth it when you're trying to hit a goal. It also lets you have things (like a meatball sub) that you'd ordinarily have to just do without, which is great.

Don't let whatever snarky comment Shane is about to make regarding what I just said affect you.

I'm all for Heavy doing whatever he has to do. I just choose not to eat SOY meat products.

 

[Linderbee]

I disagree. Not worth it.

I'm all for Heavy doing whatever he has to do. I just choose not to eat SOY meat products.

See edit.

 

[Shane]

See edit.

 

[Jersey Girl]

Heavy, Boca is the best product I have found for meat substitute. There is a newer product on the market called gardein that is also very good. (The Yard House uses it and it rocks!) You can also find gardein at Fresh and Easy in the vegetable section.

Gardenburger has riblets that they put out. I think they are awesome, but, then again, I haven't had ribs in over 20 years ... so everything is relative.

 

[Mulli]

Note: I get the veggie corndogs from Trader Joes. I like a lot.

 

[Jersey Girl]

Note: I get the veggie corndogs from Trader Joes. I like a lot.

That's kinda ironic, cause I think they suck, lol.

 

[Mulli]

That's kinda ironic, cause I think they suck, lol.

A little too ironic...

 

[HeavyB3]

I pretty much stick to white meat chicken, but maybe the next time I want tacos I'll try what Linda did.

I'm going to Buffalo Wild Wings tonight with a friend, I'm gonna get a grilled chicken wrap and see what the offer besides fries, onion rings and chips. It's been so long since I've eaten anything greasy that it makes me sick anyway. I'm also going to look into hydroxycut or something to see if I can speed up the weight loss.

I am wearing a new pair of pants today that I bought in December thought that I didn't fit into and refused to return.

 

[Jersey Girl]

A little too ironic...

Yeah, I really do think.

 

[Linderbee]

I am wearing a new pair of pants today that I bought in December thought that I didn't fit into and refused to return.

Congrats! That is an awesome feeling!

 

[Mulli]

I pretty much stick to white meat chicken, but maybe the next time I want tacos I'll try what Linda did.

I'm going to Buffalo Wild Wings tonight with a friend, I'm gonna get a grilled chicken wrap and see what the offer besides fries, onion rings and chips. It's been so long since I've eaten anything greasy that it makes me sick anyway. I'm also going to look into hydroxycut or something to see if I can speed up the weight loss.

I am wearing a new pair of pants today that I bought in December thought that I didn't fit into and refused to return.

Good job NotsoHeavy3. Try a nice flank steak. In moderation, it is not too bad, and it is great as leftovers.

 

[Linderbee]

Oh, if you ever want to REALLY treat yourself, get yourself a nice Bison/Buffalo steak from Sprouts. It's better for you than chicken, and OMG delicious.

edit: Okay, it's on-par with chicken:

Bison (6 oz Ribeye):
317 Calories
10g fat
4.3g sat fat
141mg Cholesterol
52.7g protein

Beef (6 oz Ribeye):
570 Calories
49.5g fat
21g sat fat
120mg cholesterol
28.5g protein

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast (6 oz):
280 Calories
6g fat
1.8g sat fat
144mg cholesterol
52.8g protein

 

[Mulli]

Good call on the Bison. Will check it out.