Training Update – Week 16

Week 16: An Important Milestone Achieved

Plus a Quick and Tasty Miso Soup Recipe

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I’ll just come out and say it…WE DID IT, we ran our first half marathon! Last Sunday, November 15th, we successfully completed the San Antonio Rock ‘N Roll Half Marathon (13.1 mi). It was an amazing milestone for both of us! Mark, as he didn’t believe he could run 10 miles less than 4 months ago and for me, getting out of my boot less than 2 weeks prior. We didn’t do half bad either… [Read More]

Tofu a la Mexicana

Move Over Huevos a la Mexicana…there’s a new Sheriff in Town!

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One day I was reading about scrambling tofu as a scrambled eggs substitute. This intrigued me and I looked into recipes a bit further. Most of the recipes called for turmeric to give the “eggs” their golden yellow color. However, I was on a mission, for a Tex-mex style tofu dish that would please even the most unlikely tofu eater! I was craving Huevos a la Mexicana, so I figured why not try Tofu a la Mexicana?

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TSS Sandwich

Tofu Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich: Redefined

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I’ve been a bit on a tofu kick lately…there is something about the texture that I’ve really taken a liking to and I’ve been experimenting with new flavors to use with my tofu, thus was born, the Mexi-tofu sandwich! [Read More]

Nutella-Choco Protein Bars

Why pay $2 for a ClifBar, when you can make your own for <$1?

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As an athlete, I really try to get as much protein into my day as possible. I also tend to snack throughout the day to keep my metabolism up. Clif bars can get really expensive and homemade is always better, right? [Read More]

Double Chocolate Tofu Cookies

Mmmmm Chocolate…

This week I’m “stuck” in a training class, but have lots of friends around me. One of their birthday’s is tomorrow, and it’s a biggie! So, I emailed her from across the room inquiring what her favorite baked good was. She replied, “chocolate anything”. So, I had been wanting to try a recipe from Eggless Cooking that looked delicious. A big thanks to them, this recipe is gold! [Read More]