The other evening, I made a low carb beef stew. That means I left out the carrots and potatoes and didn't thicken it. Then, I boiled those separately for DH and DD. This allows me to eat the same as they do but slim down a bit in the process. This bento is leftover beef stew (among other things). I hope you enjoy!
Layer 1: Crackers, cheese, veggies, gold fish, and a little something special: a white chocolate truffle. I don't usually keep truffles in the house. If I did, I would be a chunky lady indeed! :) But, DH and I celebrated 12 years married recently and my sister sent us the most decadent basket of goodies as a gift. There were some truly lovely truffles in there that I decided to make part of this bento. It was a cold morning and I wanted to make sure the bento itself was hearty. So, I went heavy on protein and light on fruit.
Layer 2: Beef stew. This is a big portion. I added a bunch of potatoes and carrots and then topped it with the "low carb" beef stew." I made this at night so that the flavors of the two elements could mingle as they cooled. The result? DD shared some with a friend and he thought it was "perfect!" :)
Her teachers have started speculating on her lunches these days. One has made cracks in class (when she pulls out a snack) that I have too much time on my hands. If only they knew how little time this takes!
Have a wonderful day!
Layer 1: Crackers, cheese, veggies, gold fish, and a little something special: a white chocolate truffle. I don't usually keep truffles in the house. If I did, I would be a chunky lady indeed! :) But, DH and I celebrated 12 years married recently and my sister sent us the most decadent basket of goodies as a gift. There were some truly lovely truffles in there that I decided to make part of this bento. It was a cold morning and I wanted to make sure the bento itself was hearty. So, I went heavy on protein and light on fruit.
Layer 2: Beef stew. This is a big portion. I added a bunch of potatoes and carrots and then topped it with the "low carb" beef stew." I made this at night so that the flavors of the two elements could mingle as they cooled. The result? DD shared some with a friend and he thought it was "perfect!" :)
Her teachers have started speculating on her lunches these days. One has made cracks in class (when she pulls out a snack) that I have too much time on my hands. If only they knew how little time this takes!
Have a wonderful day!
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