Geoffrey helped me make a better version of my Shepherd’s pie. We made the following changes:
- used peas instead of green beans and added tomato sauce (the previous recipe was too dry)
- made the mash with margarine and soy milk (a lot lot creamier this way)
- made it two layers (instead of three) with the protein layer on the bottom and mash on top

It was super yummy !
Geoff made muffins while I was teaching this morning !!
Vegan banana berry coconut muffins: banana, blueberries, coconut, cinnamon and rolled oats. Yum !!
My boss recently referred me to a vegetarian sandwich on Slashfood. The sandwich looked and sounded delicious: cream cheese, hummus, tomatoes, cucumbers, alfalfa sprouts and watercress. My vegan variation of the original was amazing and so very tasty !

I used vegan cream cheese and avocado instead of cucumber. Yum !
I had dinner with a friend last night. After dinner we walked over to a small cafe on the corner to get some tea. I was surprised at how many different types of vegan gelatos they had ! I was too full to have any last night but I am definitely planning to try some next time !
This was a mildly upsetting week for the athlete in me. I woke up Friday morning with a terrible pain radiating from my neck all through my back and left arm. I had to take a few days off and I am still somewhat recovering. I hope to get at least once ride in next week.
Friday - rest
Saturday - rest
Sunday - rest
Monday - 35 min elliptical
Tuesday - 50 min spin class
Wednesday - 55 min spin class
Thursday - rest
Vegetable roll at Sushi Blues in Hollywood.
Bajamar and grilled veggie burrito from Zona Fresca.
Whole wheat spaguetti, savory mushroom “meatballs” and marinara sauce.
Salad: mixed greens, avocado, tofu, roasted almonds, cranraisins and mushrooms with homemade vinaigrette.
Geoffrey made the salad. I made the dressing.
friday - rest
saturday - 75 mile bike ride
sunday - 75 mile bike ride
monday - rest (Radiohead concert ! woohoo !)
tuesday - rest
wednesday - 55 min spin class
thursday - rest







