TWD: I'm Back!!! And Cornier Than Ever!

January 13, 2009

TWD: I'm Back!!! And Cornier Than Ever!

I'm a little rusty, so sorry for the HORRIBLE pun. I've got to get myself back together!

I'm back from the beautiful land that is Puerto Rico! And, yes, I was 7 pounds heavier. SEVEN POUNDS! Funny thing is, I made it to the gym almost every day I was there... and that is not cool. No one should ever work out while on vacation.

But for some odd reason, my body cannot take 5 pounds of Christmas cookies, cakes and dinners piled on with pork, rice and beans, mofongo and pasteles. Who knew???

Can I just quickly tell you about mofongo? According to Wikipedia, mofongo "is a popular dish, made from fried green plantains or fried yuca, seasoned with garlic, olive oil and pork cracklings, then mashed. Mofongo is usually served with a fried meat and a chicken broth soup."

Mofongo. SOOOO good.

So I guess eating fried plaintains with pork cracklings and fried meat everyday might find it's way to my hips on my vacation?

Sigh.

So, upon my return, I've seriously rehabbed the way I've been eating and have gotten back to the gym regularly (5 days a week, 90 minutes a workout. I hate myself.). Lots of steamed fish and chicken and veggies, protein shakes made with almond milk and fruits, no dairy, gluten, potatoes,dairy, meat, shellfish, all processed food, fatty nuts, condiments, sugar, alcohol and caffeine. Sadly, I miss the alcohol and the caffeine the most. Do I have a problem?

It's working, though. I've lost the extra weight in the two weeks since I've been back. Who cares if I'm slightly miserable and cranky and craving swedish fish like it's nobody's business - my jeans fit well again! Right?

Alas, this is why I don't know what these cute little Savory Corn and Pepper Muffins, chosen by Rebecca of Ezra Pound Cake taste like. But I do know they are a snap to whip up, smell absolutely delicious and would probably go very well with a nice hot bowl of chili.

So I decided to make some chili to torture myself some more with things I can't eat. Normally, I don't like corn muffins and I don't like chili, but I'd seriously eat anything by this point. I was even excited to eat oatmeal (and we all know how I feel about oatmeal). My taste-tester boyfriend absolutely loved them. He liked the heat added by the jalapeno pepper and the depth of flavor added by the chili powder. He had two.

Stupid men and their stupid fast metabolisms.

Check out TWD for more Savory Corn and Pepper Muffins!

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Welcome back! You certainly are starting off a little corny, but that's the best. BTW, you're missing out, as these muffins are pretty spectacular.

Posted by: Mike | January 13, 2009 at 09:04 AM

My boyfriend is headed to PR this weekend and sadly enough, I have to miss the trip. Although your post made me feel a little bit better about it. Also, I just have to laugh because I would probably miss the caffeine and alcohol the most too (definitely the caffeine, I love my morning coffee). Props to you for your willpower and dedication. Jeans are a powerful motivator, aren't they?

Posted by: Jessica | January 13, 2009 at 09:05 AM

What will power you have not to even try these!

Posted by: Spike | January 13, 2009 at 09:48 AM

Glad you are back! Even though I would much rather be in PR! It's cold here!
Your muffins look great! I didn't make mine... so im enjoying looking at everyone elses.

Posted by: Sabrina | January 13, 2009 at 10:45 AM

I make it to the gym about 4 days a week. I know I have to increase it if I continue with TWD!

Posted by: Madam Chow | January 13, 2009 at 10:58 AM

Bake and NOT eat. Ah, the depths we fall too after too much imbibing. Your muffins look yummy. Perfect with the chili, and trust me, they WERE good.

Posted by: margaret | January 13, 2009 at 11:25 AM

Welcome back! The muffins look great. I love the title of your blog- my 3 year old can't say S+consonant so she says "foon" for spoon.

Posted by: Jodie | January 13, 2009 at 11:28 AM

You have such willpower! Everythingn looks wonderful, including that chili! Nice to have you back. Congrats on the weight control!

Posted by: Kayte | January 13, 2009 at 11:50 AM

7 pounds - that sounds like my usual vacations! Glad you are back, your muffins look great!

Posted by: Melissa | January 13, 2009 at 11:51 AM

Oh you will be back to your little skinny self in know time! TWD really is a scarey thing with the weight and all! YOur muffins look yummy.

Posted by: Michelle | January 13, 2009 at 12:03 PM

Rock on girl! Congrats for peeling off those pounds so quickly. But yeah, alcohol and caffeine, I'd miss those the most too!

Posted by: Megan | January 13, 2009 at 12:29 PM

Welcome back! Good for you losing your vacation weight. I'm trying to lose the last 2 lbs from my vacation and for some reason they don't want to leave!

Your muffins look great!

Posted by: pinkstripes | January 13, 2009 at 01:08 PM

Welcome Back! You muffins look great! I am trying to drop a few pounds and TwD may kill me! ;)

Posted by: Jamie | January 13, 2009 at 02:05 PM

I don't know where you are....probably sunny CA, but here in cold Mid-MO its about 17 degrees, I know, its relative. Colder farther north than here. PR definitely sound wonderful today. Loved your funny story. LOL Cracked me up with all the things you couldn't eat. I'd starve! Anyway, you are a better woman than me. I just get hungry. Good for the boyfriend though. Great work on the quick loss. Amazing and thanks for the info on Mofongo. We thaw in Mexico, Playa del Carmen for spring break so I love the food there. we have to dig around to get real Mayan food or even Mexican. So I love Latin flavors. This sounds really interesting. Thanks for visiting

Posted by: AmyRuth | January 13, 2009 at 02:48 PM