Help A Fat Guy Out

Barley, Shrimp and Saffron Risotto may not sound like a hearty meal but trust me it is.  It's much heartier then a soup and during the winter the warmth of the creamy barley can quickly become a comfort food that this fat guy loves.  Make this and you'll know why all the 4 star fancy restaurants have risotto on their menus.  I've made this dish with and without saffron and while I prefer it with, it's a great dish without.

Egg Foo Yung is perfect for a fat guy like me that's trying to lose weight.  It's packed with protein, cheap, fast and easy (hmmm..... that reminds me of something else)

Hummus is a great way to get some extra cholesterol lowering fiber in a low fat dip that can easily double as a spread for sandwiches. While you can serve this with bread, toast or crackers you might want to try adding it to a veggie platter with carrots, celery or bell peppers.

I almost always double this recipe because it keeps in the refrigerator for a long time and it's versatile for snacks, lunches, dinners and hummus on whole grain toast makes a hearty breakfast.

This is one of the top 10 things that you should try on this site.  These simple green beans become smoking, chewy and more flavorful then you probably thought possible.  You can also serve them as Schezuan green beans, tapas or as finger food by using one of the variations mentioned here.

This spicy cucumber salad makes a great Chinese or Asian appetizer or side dish with spicy foods.  It has a clean taste with just a hint of spice that's a good pallette cleanser.  Recently I made a triple batch for a party and everyone loved it.

Not only is this white bean dip low in cholesterol but it's filled with fiber and protein.  This fat guy and his slim wife loves this on toast, bruschetta or my baked pita chips.  It rocks!