Free at Last, Free at Last!

As of 10:00 AM yesterday, I am officially done with my summer classes. How did I spend my first day of freedom, you ask? Yelling at iTunes in frustration, as I attempted to transfer files to my new computer. Why, oh why, does it have to be so difficult? I ended up losing about 300 songs, which I had to re-load (from CDs). Bah.

Before I forget, I'll post my mom's awesome baked beans recipe. A reader requested it when I mentioned it in my last post, but I thought a few others might enjoy it as well. This recipe actually comes from my great Aunt Winifred's cookbook, The Southern Hospitality Cookbook, with a few modifications to make it vegetarian.

Easy Baked Beans
-1 (24 ounce) can of vegetarian baked beans
-3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
-1 cup catsup -1 very large onion, diced
-1 teaspoon prepared mustard (I use more--you know how I love my Grey Poupon!)
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Pour into a greased, flat, 2-quart casserole. Bake in a preheated 350* oven for 1.5 to 2 hours. Yield: 12 (very small) servings

Very simple, but it always gets rave reviews at family get-togethers.

Monday
After my last post, I headed into the kitchen to prepare my lunch. Nothing fancy, just Health Valley canned vegetarian chili with a scoop of guacamole, whole wheat toast points, salad, and melon (picked out from a leftover fruit salad).

Following my anatomy exam, I was drained of mental energy, so I just made a quick grilled hummus sandwich on a whole wheat bun with roasted red peppers; I also had a few asparagus spears, a side salad, and a banana with Sunbutter.
My shake magic has returned! I just can't get over how good the berry-almond combination is.
Tuesday
I woke up a tad late yesterday, so I needed a quick but fulfilling breakfast before my nutrition exam. I decided on a tropical twist: a pineapple smoothie and a mix of Kashi Honey Sunshine cereal, dried papaya, and raw cashews.
I needed fuel after my test and my workout, so I made a hearty lunch: chili topped sweet potato, salad with sliced almonds, and the last of those wonderful cherries.
For dinner, I made some agave-glazed tofu with whole wheat couscous, snap peas, and salad. I satisfied my sweet tooth with a banana and chocolate PB.
My shake was another success! I used the last of the almond-pistachio ice cream and added a new flavor: mango raspberry. No complaints!
Wednesday
Yesterday, I was ecstatic to receive some awesome samples from the people at Bear Naked. They sent me two of their "Naked" varieties, plus the Peak Protein blend. My dad and I tore into the Yumberry Goji Currant this morning. Did you know that there is actually a fruit called "yumberry?" I figured it was just a cute, fictitious berry, but no--it actually exists (according to the Bear Naked package), and it makes this granola irresistibly sweet! In addition to the unique flavors, I really enjoyed the fact that there were plentiful fruit pieces. Check out the size of that currant! As for the rest of my tub of goodness, it included stovetop whipped banana oats, hazelnut butter, and wheat germ. This one definitely cause a Broccoli Hut signature "Food Fugue."
For lunch, I decided on another breakfast-y meal: Greek-style scrambled tofu, Ezekiel pita, spinach salad, and an orange. To make my scramble "Greek," I added roasted red peppers, oregano, and garlic. Maybe I should add olives next time?
I was jonesin' for some pizza, so I made one with...broccoli, of course! Red onion, garlic, basil, and a tad of organic mozzarella also joined the pizza party. I also had a side salad, plus chocolate almond milk and walnuts with a few dark chocolate chips for dessert.
I'm headed to a Bunko party tomorrow night. My sister is the hostess, and she has assigned me to bring the "healthy food." I thought I would bring some fruit with the cashew dip from ED&BV, but I am looking for some other options. What is your favorite (relatively) nutritious party food?

Good night all!