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Sometimes you get a craving...

Griffin
Griffin Posts: 8,200
in EggHead Forum

...and mine is usually for wings. Decided to go with garlic parmesan this time since I haven't done them in awhile and I don't think I've ever done them for the Mrs. 400 raised indirect to avoid the fat dripping on the coals and producing lots of smoke. Been my go to way to do chicken lately.

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The wife was craving collards, so I wasn't going to argue. In a moment of weakness, I decided I wanted some fries with the wings. To balance that out, I skipped the beer. I'm not drinking during the week anymore, but its hard to have wings and not a beer.

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Next time, I think I'll skip the fries and have the beer instead. The fries really didn't hit the spot like I was hoping, but its been so long since I've had any. Also, while I like the garlic parmesan, I missed the heat from buffalo wings. Think I'll go half g. parm and half buffalo next time. Give it some variety.

BTW blood sugar was only 112 this morning. Down but still need to go down further. Still, tons better than it was and its not an overnight change. Diet and exercise, diet and exercise.

And another BTW down to 175lbs! High school weight!! Had to go buy new pants and shorts the other weekend as nothing fit anymore. Dropped 2 sizes. :))

Rowlett, Texas

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  • radamo
    radamo Posts: 373
    Good job Griffin... although I do agree for next time trade the fries for a beer... 

    Long Island, NY
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  • otter
    otter Posts: 359
    Good going! I've lost 16 lbs. Miss bread and cookies.. It is nice when someone says, hey you lost some weight.
    Pure Michigan
    Grand Rapids, Michigan  LBGE, SBGE
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  • Cymbaline65
    Cymbaline65 Posts: 800

    Great work and great news, Griffin. Being a road warrior, weight management for me is a CONSTANT struggle. It's hard to pass up good eats when someone else is picking up the tab ;-)


    In the  Hinterlands between Cumming and Gainesville, GA
    Med BGE, Weber Kettle, Weber Smokey Joe, Brinkman Dual Zone, Weber Genesis Gas Grill and portable gasser for boating
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  • Griffin
    Griffin Posts: 8,200

    Just checked my calendar. Don't know why I said over a month. Should have said 2 months.

    Thanks @radamo. I will for sure.

    Rowlett, Texas

    Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook

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  • Griffin
    Griffin Posts: 8,200

    @otter I know what you mean. I was really getting into making homemade bread and it was so tasty. Dang, I miss it. Not that big of a sweet fan, but I miss my salty snacks like chips. Now I reach for some almonds instead. Try the Blue Diamond Smokehouse ones. Pretty tasty. Good job losing 16 lbs! Keep it up.

    @Cymbaline65 I'm sure it is. Just opt for healthier selections and don't touch the bread or chips and salsa they put on the table when you sit down. If I know I'm going to eat bad for dinner (ie going out and know that I am going to splurge), I make sure breakfast and lunch are super healthy.

    Rowlett, Texas

    Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook

    The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings

     

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  • TexanOfTheNorth
    TexanOfTheNorth Posts: 3,951
    :-bd @Griffin on both the wings and the healthy living update(s).
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    Well, "spa-Peggy" is kind of like spaghetti. I'm not sure what Peggy does different, if anything. But it's the one dish she's kind of made her own.
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  • buzd504
    buzd504 Posts: 3,877
    @Griffin Try the Blue Diamond soy wasabi almonds.  They're amazing.
    NOLA
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  • Cymbaline65
    Cymbaline65 Posts: 800
    buzd504 said:
    @Griffin Try the Blue Diamond soy wasabi almonds.  They're amazing.

    +1 on those. They are my go-to snack.

    @Griffin: I do the same thing - balance light/healthy for not-so-light/healthy but it's still a struggle. Especially when I'm in a foodie town (like NYC). I'll often opt for a suite with a kitchen sometimes so I don't stray too far.

    In the  Hinterlands between Cumming and Gainesville, GA
    Med BGE, Weber Kettle, Weber Smokey Joe, Brinkman Dual Zone, Weber Genesis Gas Grill and portable gasser for boating
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  • Mattman3969
    Mattman3969 Posts: 10,458
    Supper looks great!! Congrats on the weight loss and no cigs. I've been on the better eats and exercise for about 5wks and dropped 15lbs still got a few more to go to hit my goal but everything is starting to be habitual now so it is getting easier to stay on track.

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    analyze adapt overcome

    2008 -Large BGE. 2013- Small BGE and 2015 - Mini. Henderson, Ky.
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  • Griffin
    Griffin Posts: 8,200
    @Cymbaline65 those are great ideas. Glad I'm not on the raod all the time. I don't know how you do it. I know this sounds too easy, but try taking more steps every day. Park far away in parking lots. Take a 5 minute break if you can at work and just walk around the building a few times a day. Use the stairs instead of the elevator. Every little bit helps.

    Rowlett, Texas

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  • JRWhitee
    JRWhitee Posts: 5,678
    Great job Griff, keep it up.
                                                                
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    Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
    Green Man Group 
    Johns Creek, Georgia
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  • Griffin
    Griffin Posts: 8,200

    Thanks @TexanOfTheNorth

    @buzd504 I've had them in the past but can't remember if I like them. Almost grabbed some yesterday at the store. Will do next time.

    @Mattman3969 that's great. Once it becomes habit, it becomes easier. I'm gonna order that vegetable pasta slicer thing you suggested. Thanks for the recomendation.

    Another thing I try to do is drink tons of water. Take your weight, divide it in half and try to drink that many ounces of water a day. Keeps you full and flushes out your system. Hard to do. I don't think I've ever reached my goal on that one.  I have one cup of coffee in the morning and the only thing I drink the rest of the day is water.

    Rowlett, Texas

    Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook

    The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings

     

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  • Mattman3969
    Mattman3969 Posts: 10,458
    Here was the precook pics that I couldn't attach last night
    This is one long strand
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    2008 -Large BGE. 2013- Small BGE and 2015 - Mini. Henderson, Ky.
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  • Cymbaline65
    Cymbaline65 Posts: 800
    Well, I always pack workout clothes and I make sure any hotel I stay at has a gym. I try to get in 3 workouts in a work week. I also still mow my grass with a push mower (that equals a workout!) and try to insert movement into my life. Still, I love the things that my body does not. I can go without bread and pasta is down to twice a month. Now, beer, wine and spirits? Um...that's my Kryptonite.
    In the  Hinterlands between Cumming and Gainesville, GA
    Med BGE, Weber Kettle, Weber Smokey Joe, Brinkman Dual Zone, Weber Genesis Gas Grill and portable gasser for boating
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  • saluki2007
    saluki2007 Posts: 6,354
    Great looking cook Griff and good job on the new healthy life style.  

    Quick question on the wings.  It looks like you did a dry rub of parm and garlic?  Have you tried making a parm and garlic sauce like the one from BWW?
    Large and Small BGE
    Central, IL

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  • Griffin
    Griffin Posts: 8,200

    @saluki2007 the rub was thyme, rosemary, oregano, cumin and salt with some baking powder to crisp up the wings and when it was done, I applied a garlic parm sauce. By BWW I assume you mean Buffalo Wild Wings? You got a recipe for their sauce? I'd like to compare it to mine.

    @Mattman3969 Dang!! Let's see if I can pass it off as pasta to my wife. She loves her pasta. If not, I'll make it for myself and she can do her own pasta.

    @Cymbaline65 its my Kryptonite as well, but I gotta keep my BS down so its only on the weekends now.

    :(

    Rowlett, Texas

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  • saluki2007
    saluki2007 Posts: 6,354
    Griffin unfortunately I do not have a recipe for their sauce.  I actually have not messed around too much with making my own sauces.  I have been more focused on creating my own "great" rub for my wings.  Think I'm pretty much where I want to be.  Will probably focus on creating sauces this summer.  I have just been buying Kroger brand wing sauces.  They taste just like the BWW (Buffalo Wild Wings) sauces they sell, but a little bit cheaper.
    Large and Small BGE
    Central, IL

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  • buzd504
    buzd504 Posts: 3,877
    edited May 2014
    Try this (note:  I haven't, I just found it on a search).

    It has corn syrup, it must be real.

    http://www.raininghotcoupons.com/buffalo-wild-wings-copy-cat-garlic-parmesan-sauce-recipe-home/

    also

    http://www.epicportions.com/2009/02/25/buffalo-wild-wings-recipes/
    NOLA
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  • saluki2007
    saluki2007 Posts: 6,354
    Thanks @ buzd504
    Large and Small BGE
    Central, IL

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  • Mickey
    Mickey Posts: 19,768
    NO BEER, NO CIG....who are you? But damn, you can cook.......
    Salado TX & 30A  FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Just given a Mini to add to the herd. 

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  • Griffin
    Griffin Posts: 8,200

    @buzd504 mine is more like the second one. I'll try the first one though next time.

    @Mickey right? Who is this guy? Thanks.

    Rowlett, Texas

    Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook

    The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings

     

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  • TUTTLE871
    TUTTLE871 Posts: 1,316
    Those look damn solid. I haven't fired egg up in 3 weeks. Haven't been home to do it. The wife said she walked by it yesterday and it growled at her.

    "Hold my beer and watch this S##T!"

    LARGE BGE DALLAS TX.

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  • Griffin
    Griffin Posts: 8,200
    @TUTTLE871 =)) I haven't fired mine up in awhile either. Just been too busy

    Rowlett, Texas

    Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook

    The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings

     

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  • Dyal_SC
    Dyal_SC Posts: 6,542
    Great job with the lifestyle change, Garfunkle! :D Keep up the good work! The wings look terrific too!
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  • Griffin
    Griffin Posts: 8,200
    Thanks Dead_in_SC

    Rowlett, Texas

    Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook

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  • radamo
    radamo Posts: 373
    buzd504 said:
    @Griffin Try the Blue Diamond soy wasabi almonds.  They're amazing.
    @buzd504, those sound great. Have to look for them. 
    Long Island, NY
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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 19,780
    The wings look pretty damn good as usual, but special kudos for the lifestyle changes! Losing the weight and the smokes will pay BIG dividends in the long run. 

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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