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10-07-2009, 01:40 PM
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TT Master
Join Date: Jan 2006 |
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan |
Surgeon: Dr Randal Baker; Dr Ronald Ford (TT/BL) |
Start Weight: 359 |
Current Weight: 150 |
Goal Weight: 150 |
Age: 53 |
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Pumpkin butter
PUMPKIN BUTTER
One 15-ounce can 100% pure pumpkin puree
2/3 cup Splenda
1/4 cup sugar free maple pancake syrup
1/2 teaspoon of Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend OR 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/8 teaspoon each of cloves, and nutmeg
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt
In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, combine the pumpkin, Splenda, syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
Reduce heat to low, and allow to cook – stirring frequently – for 1 hour, or until thick and dark. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Serving size is 2 tablespoons.
Per Serving: Calories 29; Protein 1 g; Fat 0 g; Carbs 7 g; Sugar 2 g; Sodium 103 mg
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~Beth~
Little Victories; Grand Rapids, MI
Bariatric Support Group
Diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol,
peripheral vein disease, joint pain and 210 lbs GONE!! 
Century Club: July 3, 2006
ONE-derland: Dec. 22, 2006
Double Century: May 29, 2007
Goal: June 15, 2008
Lap RNY: 1/30/06-Dr Randal Baker
TT/BL: 09/21/07-Dr Ronald Ford
PS Revisions: 04/29/08-Dr Ronald Ford
Gallbladder: 05/14/08-Dr Randal Baker
Emergency surgery (Intussusception): 02/29/09-Dr James Foote
"...if we pay attention to the fact that we can move,
breathe, feel, laugh, cry and notice sunsets,
there IS cause for joy." 
- Geneen Roth
Last edited by MiladyB; 10-07-2009 at 02:57 PM..
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10-07-2009, 01:48 PM
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Community Leader
Join Date: Mar 2008 |
Location: Vermont |
Start Weight: 317 |
Current Weight: 181 |
Goal Weight: 140 |
Surgery Date: 01/29/2008 |
Age: 49 |
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I'm feeling stupid, but.. what would you use this for, Beth?
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10-07-2009, 03:01 PM
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TT Master
Join Date: Jan 2006 |
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan |
Surgeon: Dr Randal Baker; Dr Ronald Ford (TT/BL) |
Start Weight: 359 |
Current Weight: 150 |
Goal Weight: 150 |
Age: 53 |
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Kel, stir it into Greek or regular yogurt, whip it with some fat free cream cheese for a Holiday dip, drop into your vanilla protein shake, or spread on a crepe and rolled up for a quick dessert.
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~Beth~
Little Victories; Grand Rapids, MI
Bariatric Support Group
Diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol,
peripheral vein disease, joint pain and 210 lbs GONE!!
Century Club: July 3, 2006
ONE-derland: Dec. 22, 2006
Double Century: May 29, 2007
Goal: June 15, 2008
Lap RNY: 1/30/06-Dr Randal Baker
TT/BL: 09/21/07-Dr Ronald Ford
PS Revisions: 04/29/08-Dr Ronald Ford
Gallbladder: 05/14/08-Dr Randal Baker
Emergency surgery (Intussusception): 02/29/09-Dr James Foote
"...if we pay attention to the fact that we can move,
breathe, feel, laugh, cry and notice sunsets,
there IS cause for joy."
- Geneen Roth
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10-07-2009, 03:07 PM
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Community Leader
Join Date: Mar 2008 |
Location: Vermont |
Start Weight: 317 |
Current Weight: 181 |
Goal Weight: 140 |
Surgery Date: 01/29/2008 |
Age: 49 |
Posts: 7,165 |
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MiladyB
Kel, stir it into Greek or regular yogurt, whip it with some fat free cream cheese for a Holiday dip, drop into your vanilla protein shake, or spread on a crepe and rolled up for a quick dessert.
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Thank you Beth! As you can see... this type of thing doesn't come natural to me AT ALL. lol I sometimes need a little hand holding |
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10-07-2009, 04:02 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2009 |
Location: Columbia, TN |
Surgeon: Dr. Lynch |
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mistymee
I'm feeling stupid, but.. what would you use this for, Beth?
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I was thinking the same thing. lol
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Initial Consult 1/09- 276
Pre-op testing 8/7/09
Start of 2 week pre-op diet- 267
Surgery 8/24/09- 255
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10-07-2009, 04:17 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2008 |
Location: East Rochester, NY |
Surgeon: Dr. O'Malley |
Start Weight: 245 |
Current Weight: 138 |
Goal Weight: 135 |
Surgery Date: 10/31/2008 |
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MiladyB
PUMPKIN BUTTER
One 15-ounce can 100% pure pumpkin puree
2/3 cup Splenda
1/4 cup sugar free maple pancake syrup
1/2 teaspoon of Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend OR 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/8 teaspoon each of cloves, and nutmeg
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt
In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, combine the pumpkin, Splenda, syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
Reduce heat to low, and allow to cook – stirring frequently – for 1 hour, or until thick and dark. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Serving size is 2 tablespoons.
Per Serving: Calories 29; Protein 1 g; Fat 0 g; Carbs 7 g; Sugar 2 g; Sodium 103 mg
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how long will it still good in the refrigerator? can you freeze part of it?
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Type: Lap RNY
surgery date - 10/31/08 -BOO- 
Highest weights:
340 (1995) & 320 (2001)
12/07 - pre-op - current - my goal
285 - 245 - 138 - 135
Onederland 1/9/09
Unofficial Century 2/8/09
Post-Surgery Century Club - 6/26/09
"What you think of me is none of my business." - Terry Cole-Whittaker
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10-07-2009, 06:35 PM
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Member
Join Date: Feb 2009 |
Location: Wilmington, NC |
Surgeon: Dr. Harris |
Start Weight: 330 |
Current Weight: 304 |
Goal Weight: 175 |
Age: 55 |
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I love pumpkin butter--can't wait to try this. Thanks for posting.
Leah
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10-07-2009, 06:56 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2009 |
Location: Hammond, Indiana |
Surgeon: Dr. Alexander Nagle |
Start Weight: 370 |
Current Weight: 336 |
Goal Weight: 185 |
Surgery Date: 12/01/2009 |
Age: 28 |
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Is it the same consistency as apple butter, or similar? I absolutely love anything pumpkin!
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10-11-2009, 07:02 PM
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TT Master
Join Date: Jan 2008 |
Location: Mt Pleasant, PA |
Surgeon: Dr. George Eid |
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Current Weight: 151 |
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This sounds good Beth. I wonder how long it will keep in the fridge?
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Counting down to May 25, 2010...baby boy or baby girl? Such an awesome 2nd surgiversary present!
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10-11-2009, 08:02 PM
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TT Master
Join Date: Jan 2006 |
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan |
Surgeon: Dr Randal Baker; Dr Ronald Ford (TT/BL) |
Start Weight: 359 |
Current Weight: 150 |
Goal Weight: 150 |
Age: 53 |
Posts: 7,907 |
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I'm afraid I have no idea how long it will keep or if it will freeze. I've never made it. *L* Just found it on-line and it sounded good.
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~Beth~
Little Victories; Grand Rapids, MI
Bariatric Support Group
Diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol,
peripheral vein disease, joint pain and 210 lbs GONE!!
Century Club: July 3, 2006
ONE-derland: Dec. 22, 2006
Double Century: May 29, 2007
Goal: June 15, 2008
Lap RNY: 1/30/06-Dr Randal Baker
TT/BL: 09/21/07-Dr Ronald Ford
PS Revisions: 04/29/08-Dr Ronald Ford
Gallbladder: 05/14/08-Dr Randal Baker
Emergency surgery (Intussusception): 02/29/09-Dr James Foote
"...if we pay attention to the fact that we can move,
breathe, feel, laugh, cry and notice sunsets,
there IS cause for joy."
- Geneen Roth
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