Shrimp Stuffed Flounder

12/16/2013

I've decided that it's time to get myself in gear. My plan to eat healthier and exercise more - starts now! Yes, I know it's December and an overabundance of sweets surrounds me - but that is precisely the reason that I need to keep myself on track. My kitchen is absolutely bursting at the seems with cakes and cupcakes and pies and cookies this month which means ... I need to sneak in a few more walks so I don't wind up looking like a snowman.

Mia is always ready to accompany me on a walk so we head to the park to walk off a few extra calories. Mia LOVES the park and she gets soooooo excited when she we pull into the parking lot that she practically jumps out of the car window.

I make her sit next to the car while I gather up my camera, my water bottle and my keys, etc. She is about as tense as a lion stalking it's prey, while she waits on me to release her.

As soon as I release her, she starts to run around like a maniac. Her nose is never more than an inch away from the ground.

We both had a great walk but Mia used far more energy than I did. I think she ran circles around me - literally - for the entire 2 mile hike.

Exercise - check. Eat healthy - No problem.

Check out this delicious recipe for shrimp stuffed flounder if your looking for something healthy to eat this month. It is elegant enough to serve at a dinner party and simple enough to serve your family on a busy weeknight.

Shrimp Stuffed Flounder
2 Tablespoons butter
1/2 onion, chopped
1⁄4 cup celery, chopped
1⁄4 cup bell pepper, chopped
1/2 pound shrimp, uncooked
1⁄4 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Worcestershire
1 teaspoon fresh parsley
1⁄2 teaspoon dill
1⁄2 teaspoon chives
1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1⁄2 cups soft bread crumbs
6 flounder filets
2 Tablespoons lemon juice

Melt butter in skillet. Add onion, celery and green pepper. Saute until tender.