Anyone else shocked about food amounts when counting calories?

I’ve always been a very thin person, but after two babies and reaching my thirties, I have put on weight I am not comfortable with. I’ve never paid attention to calories before. Always thought it was a little silly, but couldn’t get any weight to budge so thought I would try it.

The number one thing that still floors me is just how little food gets me to my calorie deficit. (I do have a small one - 1,500 - since I am smaller.) My body has adapted and I don’t generally feel hungry, but still so surprised I honestly didn’t gain more when I think about how I used to eat.

Hahah this was spurred by me making spaghetti for dinner right now. I used to have a full plate of spaghetti. I measured out a serving and gasped when I saw how little I am supposed to have to manage my deficit. Anyone else still surprised??