Food · Posted on Dec 20, 2013
by Rachel SandersBuzzFeed Staff
When you're just one single recipe riding the unending tide of nifty / trendy / cutesy / yummy food content that turns up on Pinterest, it takes a certain je ne sais quoi to rise to the top of the heap (although if the quoi is buffalo chicken, you're a shoo-in).
Here are the recipe pins that triumphed this year, according to Pinterest's Top Pins of 2013 roundup , along with our (highly unscientific) analysis of why.
1. Cinnamon Toast, The Pioneer Woman Way 2. Buffalo Chicken Beer Cheese Dip thebeeroness.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Buffalo chicken, creative application of beer, visible cheese.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Stacking objects on top of each other.
Get the recipe at The Beeroness.
3. Meatball Bubble Biscuits pillsbury.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Thing inside other thing, plus cute name.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Chalking your hair for the first time.
Get the recipe at Pillsbury.
5. Buffalo Chicken Meatballs 6. Reese's Peanut Butter Crispy Treats thetaylor-house.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Krispies! Peanut butter! Chocolate!
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Repurposing an Altoid tin.
Get the recipe at The Taylor House.
7. Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers peaceloveandlowcarb.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Thing stuffed with other thing to create low-carb dinner inception.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Completing the look with a statement necklace.
Get the recipe at Peace + Love + Low Carb.
8. Rosemary Chicken Lasagna feastingathome.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Pretty, involves chicken, copious amounts of visible cheese.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Putting a small animal in a teacup.
Get the recipe at Feasting At Home.
9. Strawberry Chocolate Chip Muffins 10. 30 Weight Watchers Dinner Recipes aspectacledowl.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Few carbs, many options (because everyone loves a round-up).
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Using at least six fonts in one day.
Check out the recipes at A Spectacled Owl.
11. Individual Parmesan Hash Brown Cups theyummylife.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Thing not usually made in a muffin tin is made in a muffin tin.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Covering a single jar in chalkboard paint.
Get the recipe at The Yummy Life.
12. Two-Ingredient Banana Peanut Butter Ice Cream twopeasandtheirpod.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: The most magical words in the Pinglish language are "two ingredient."
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Believing you can ride a bicycle in a maxi skirt and high heels.
Get the recipe at Two Peas And Their Pod.
13. Spinach Artichoke Chicken addapinch.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Vague impression of healthfulness, visible cheese.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Drinking out of a mason jar.
Get the recipe at Add A Pinch.
14. Churro Waffles chicachocolatina.blogspot.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: It's a thing that's sort of like a different thing.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Picking a coffee shop based on the typography of the sign.
Get the recipe at Chica Chocolatina.
15. Beer-Candied Bacon tideandthyme.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Creative application of beer, displayed in a cute glass.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Choosing "rustic" as the theme of your wedding.
Get the recipe at Tide & Thyme.
17. Red Velvet Poke Cake thecountrycook.net
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Red velvet, the bacon of the cake world.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Snail mailing thank-you notes on repurposed library catalog cards.
Get the recipe at The Country Cook.
18. Double Decker Taco Cupcake 19. Strawberry Nutella Poptarts thenovicechefblog.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Nutella, thing shaped like a heart, DIY version of food you can buy for much less money .
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Freezing flowers in ice cubes.
Get the recipe at The Novice Chef.
20. Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Squash Boats with Grilled Chicken skinnytaste.com
WHAT'S PINTERESTING ABOUT IT: Spaghetti squash, chicken, cheese, thing-inside-a-thing: THIS RECIPE HAS IT ALL.
PINTERESSENCE LEVEL : Crocheting booties for your pet hedgehog.
Get the recipe at Skinny Taste.
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FAQs
Avocados. Fresh vegetables. Leafy greens & lettuces. Herbs. Onions & garlic. Pre-cut or spiralized veggies. Fresh fruit. Tofu or tempeh.
What foods can you eat and not eat on Weight Watchers? ›
WW says no foods are off limits . You simply track what you eat and try to stay within your points budget.
What is the easiest way to lose weight on Weight Watchers? ›
6 Science-Backed Tricks That Can Help Make Weight Watchers Work Better
How to lose weight faster on Weight Watchers. ... Dig in at breakfast. ... Go for protein early in the day. ... Look for Mother Nature's seal of approval. ... Drink a cup of water before every meal. ... Sip some green tea. ... Enjoy metabolism-shocking splurges.
How many Weight Watchers points does a woman get a day? ›
FAQs. How many Weight Watchers smart points are you allowed per day? Users are usually allowed about 30 smart points a day .
What is the best meat to eat on Weight Watchers? ›
Chicken is one of our members' top tracked foods and it's easy to see why—white meat poultry is delicious, satisfying, and has less cholesterol and saturated fat than meats like beef, pork, and lamb.
What is a sample Weight Watchers menu? ›
Sample meal plan
Breakfast Dinner Wednesday Oatmeal with berries Quick vegetarian chili Thursday Yogurt with berries and granola Broiled steak and peppers with easy spicy green sauce Friday Oatmeal with berries Order in pizza; salad with chickpeas Saturday Egg baked in avocado with smoked salmon, capers, and dill Out for dinner
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Why is chicken not zero points on Weight Watchers? ›
When the moisture is removed, the poultry has more calories per ounce, so it's no longer considered a ZeroPoint food and you'll need to track it.
What are the negatives of Weight Watchers? ›
Cons
Points system for food tracking is very simplified, making it difficult to learn about the nutrition of the food you're eating. Doesn't provide much education on food or fitness. Members must rely on the program to continue losing weight.
What are the unlimited foods on Weight Watchers? ›
Our ZeroPoint food categories
Non-starchy vegetables. With a wide range of health benefits, it's no wonder non-starchy veggies are a ZeroPoint food for everyone. ... Fruits. ... Chicken & turkey breast. ... Fish & shellfish. ... Eggs. ... Tofu & tempeh. ... Beans, peas & lentils. ... Low-fat yoghurt & cottage cheese.
How long does it take to lose 20 pounds on Weight Watchers? ›
By following the Weight Watchers programmed, I lost 20 pounds in 6 months . I discovered that tracking my food, attending weekly meetings, and having an online support system were all extremely beneficial in keeping me accountable to my goals.
Unlike many fad diets that promise unrealistic results over short periods of time, WeightWatchers says members can expect to lose 0.5–2 pounds (lb) [0.23–0.9 kilograms (kg)] per week , depending on their chosen plan.
How much weight can you lose in 30 days on Weight Watchers? ›
According to the program itself, WW members can expect to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week, which would be 4 to 8 pounds per month. Personally, I did find this to be true, as I lost 6 pounds over the course of 30 days. Of course, your success with WeightWatchers is dependent on your adherence to the WW plan.
How many points is bacon? ›
include bacon they're counting it as one point per slice .
How many points is a banana on Weight Watchers? ›
A fruit is a ZeroPoint food if it's: Fresh or frozen without added sugars or fat.
Is oatmeal zero points on Weight Watchers? ›
Oats, cauliflower, and beans make up the “meaty” texture and all fall on the ZeroPoint list .
What are the best zero point foods on Weight Watchers? ›
Our ZeroPoint food categories
Non-starchy vegetables. With a wide range of health benefits, it's no wonder non-starchy veggies are a ZeroPoint food for everyone. ... Fruits. ... Chicken & turkey breast. ... Fish & shellfish. ... Eggs. ... Tofu & tempeh. ... Beans, peas & lentils. ... Low-fat yoghurt & cottage cheese.
Can you eat too many zero point foods on Weight Watchers? ›
This system helps you choose more nutritious foods, but your body doesn't work off of points, it works off of calories. For example, if you've met your points budget for the day, but still feel hungry you're technically allowed to eat as many zero-point foods as you want.
What meals can I eat on Weight Watchers? ›
5 Delicious Weight Watchers Dinner Ideas
Weight Watchers Shrimp Foil Packet. Crack Chicken Burgers. Taco Fiesta Bubble Up Casserole. Weight Watchers Friendly Fettuccini in a Creamy Zucchini Sauce. Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Bake. Easy WW Chicken Burrito Bowls. Chicken Philly Croissant Loaf. Weight Watchers Apple Yogurt Salad.
What should I eat when hungry on Weight Watchers? ›
Sometimes, you're just hungry. Your budget is near its limit, but your tummy is rumbling and there's no two ways about it - you need food! ... Beans and legumes. Toss them into salad, use them in soup, or puree them into a dip. ... Non-starchy vegetables. ... Eggs. ... Greek yoghurt. ... Brothy soup.
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