I ran into this problem using myfitnesspal, also. Some things I found that are healthy but still high in calories
Thai coconut curry. Take one 28 oz can of coconut milk, two pounds of frozen veggies, two vegetable bullion cubes, 3 TBSP of curry powder, cayenne pepper to taste (I use ten shakes), and a handful of dried coconut flakes. It’s about 500 calories per bowl, and makes five bowls. The whole meal costs about $5
Vegetarian chili. Dice one onion, one bell pepper, and 8 oz of mushrooms. Saute them in a big pot, then add a 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes. Drain one can of corn, one can of black beans, and two cans of kidney beans, and add them to the pot. add whatever seasoning you like. I use McCormick’s taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Stir it occasionally until everything is soft. If you add cheese to your bowl, it’s about 600 calories. It makes about five bowls. Costs $8.
Keep nuts around to snack on. They’re healthy, high in calories, and have good fats that your body needs to keep your brain strong. Remember, your brain is primarily made of fat, and so are most of your hormones. Fat is essential. Carbs are also essential, because your body needs easily accessible energy. If you’re craving junk, it’s probably because your body knows it needs fat and carbs, and is used to getting it from those sources.
Hummus and nut butters are also high in calories. Peanut butter and bananas is a tasty snack that can help you get to calories.
A lot of dieting tips are inherently classist, because healthy food is just more expensive than junk. Don’t beat yourself up if you need to make a less healthy choice because it’s what you can afford. And don’t make my mistake. Don’t tie your self esteem into how well you can follow a diet. I did that, and got to an unhealthy point with extreme dieting. I was actually proud of myself on the days I only ate 1000 calories. That is BAD. It’s not sustainable. I had to give up on dieting altogether, because I was upsetting Mr. Star. Remember that you are a good and worthy person, no matter what weight you are or what you eat.