Recipe Thread!!

[jenscats5]

Another one from Juan Carlos Cruz:

Garlic Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breast

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each)
1 recipe Roasted Garlic Pesto, recipe follows
1/4 cup goat cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 sprays vegetable oil cooking spray

Heat a cast-iron griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
Cut a small incision into each chicken breast to form a pocket for stuffing. Stuff 1 tablespoon goat cheese 2 tablespoons Roasted Garlic Pesto into each pocket. Season chicken all over with salt and pepper.

Spray griddle with cooking spray. Place chicken on hot griddle and sear on each side for at least 3 minutes and then check for doneness; the temperature should register 165 degrees F when measured with an instant-read thermometer. Meanwhile, warm remaining Roasted Garlic Pesto in the microwave. Pour remaining pesto over breasts and serve.


Roasted Garlic Pesto:
4 heads garlic
4 sprays olive oil cooking spray
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon pine nuts
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Cut tops off garlic. Lightly spray each with cooking oil spray. Wrap in aluminum foil and roast for 1 hour. Let cool before handling. Squeeze pulp from garlic into a food processor. Add basil and pine nuts and pulse until smooth.

Yield: 4 servings


Nutrition Information: Calories: 331 Total fat: 8 grams, Saturated fat: 4 grams Carbohydrates: 17 grams, Fiber: 2 grams

 

[guindilla]

Awesome recipes.

I have some questions:

1) How much is 4 quarters of water?

2) what is a Dutch oven? Regular pot?

3) what are little neck clams?. Can they be substituted for shrimp in that recipe? If so how many pounds?

4) what would be the conversion for 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil ,2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley if I used the dry kind?

Thanks

 

[jenscats5]

Awesome recipes.

I have some questions:

1) How much is 4 quarters of water? 1 gallon

2) what is a Dutch oven? Regular pot? A large round heavy pot with a lid

3) what are little neck clams?. Can they be substituted for shrimp in that recipe? If so how many pounds? Littleneck clams are small clams, about the size of a half dollar, maybe a bit bigger. They are sweet & tender....yes, you could use shrimp, appox. 1 pound.

4) what would be the conversion for 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil ,2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley if I used the dry kind? In cooking - about 1/2 - 1 tblsp. of dry herbs is equal to 2 tblsp. fresh - but basically it's to taste.....HOWEVER - if you'd be making the Pesto - you MUST use the fresh herbs.....

Thanks

See my replies in bold.....

 

[guindilla]

Great. Thanks a buch.

The shrimp you use for all these pasta recipes should be bought cooked or uncooked? Or it does not matter?

 

[guindilla]

Stuffed sweet potatos:

1 sweet potato:

1 tbs corn meal
1 tbs fat free milk
4 cloves crushed and chopped garlic cloves
1 diced shitake musroom cap *OR* 2 chopped white button mushrooms
1 tbs soft tofu *OR* 1 tbs ff cottage cheese
1/2 tsp reduced fat parmesan cheese
1 slice cooked and chopped turkey bacon
1/2 tsp olive oil
salt
pepper


1. Microwave your sweet potato for 5 minutes in the microwave.
2. PreHeat oven to 375 degrees.
3. Mix all ingredients of stuffing into a bowl and mash with a spoon.
4. Cut a slit in the zapped potato, and pry open.
5. Stuff with stuffing.
6. Bake for about 8-10 minutes.

 

[jenscats5]

Great. Thanks a buch.

The shrimp you use for all these pasta recipes should be bought cooked or uncooked? Or it does not matter?

I prefer to buy my shrimp raw & cook it myself.....but it's your choice....

If you're buying them pre-cooked, then add them at the end of the dish just to heat them up.....

 

[guindilla]

Frittata

1/2 cup of egg whites
11/2 cup of fat free cottage cheese
1/2 cup feta cheese
3 tbsp of grated romano cheese ( optional)
1/8 tsp black pepper
6 zucchinis shredded
1 tbsp of olive oil

Combine egg whites, cottage cheese, romano and pepper in a bowl. Blend well. Stir in zucchini. Spread oil in 12 inch by 7 or 9 inch square baking pan and bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes. Cut into squares.

Let's keep them comin'

 

[guindilla]

Raisin cinnamon bagel:

1 raisin cinammon bagel ( toasted)
2 Tbps peanut butter ( natural)
1/2 banana
3/4 cup of egg whites ( nuked)

Top bagel with all the above


I love peanut butter and bananas. Any recipes with these would be awesome!!

 

[guindilla]

Veggie burgers:

3 cups of cooked lentils
1 cup of crushed wheat crackers
3 cups of egg whites
10 oz frozen spinach, drained
1/2 cup of cooked carrots
1/2 cup chopped onions
1 cup non fat cheddar cheese

Form into 6 patties, place on cookie sheet. Put in fridge for 2 hours. Spray teflon pan with pam. Cook 4 minutes per side.

 

[guindilla]

oatmeal and eggwhites:

1 cup of egg whites
1 cup of oatmeal
1 scoop of protein powder.
Blend all ingredients until smooth. Pour on a plate and nuke for 3 1/2 minutes. Top with sliced banana and honey.

Do you guys think it would be better to add the protein before nuking or after nuking the whites +oatmeal?

 

[jenscats5]

oatmeal and eggwhites:

1 cup of egg whites
1 cup of oatmeal
1 scoop of protein powder.
Blend all ingredients until smooth. Pour on a plate and nuke for 3 1/2 minutes. Top with sliced banana and honey.

Do you guys think it would be better to add the protein before nuking or after nuking the whites +oatmeal?

I think (my experience) the 'waving the protein powder makes it taste funny & makes it pasty.....so I'd add it after nuking....

 

[jenscats5]

Hungry Girl's Guilt Free BLT

Ingredients:
2 slices of Wonder Light Bread, Weight Watchers Bread (or another 40 calorie bread)
2 slices Louis Rich Turkey Bacon
2 slices of tomato
2 teaspoons of Hellmann's/Best Foods reduced fat mayo
1 romaine lettuce leaf

Directions:
Toast your bread. Prepare your bacon in the microwave while bread is toasting. Smear a teaspoon of mayo on each half. Break bacon pieces in half. Assemble your sandwich, using all remaining ingredients -- bacon, lettuce and tomato. Cut in half. Serve with pickles. Yummmmmm!


Nutritional Info:

Serving Size: 1 HG Guilt-Free 1-2-3 BLT
Calories: 180
Fat: 7g
Sodium: 710mg
Carbs: 24g
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 8.5g

* 3 Points!

 

[guindilla]

Wow, that bacon sandwich looks awesome.

How long do you cook bacon in the microwave for?

And is Lous Rich turkey bacon easy to find? Is it a healthier knd of bacon?

Maybe adding some cold turkey would be good to add the protein?

 

[guindilla]

Mixed berry couscous
1 cup of instant couscous
2 cups of cranberry juice ( or apple black current juice)
1 cinnamon stick
250 gr of raspberries
250 gr of blueberries
250 gr of strawberries, chopped
2 tsp grated lemon rind
1 tbsp of shredded mint
200 gr of plain fat free yogurt
2 Tbsp of sugar free maple syrup

Place couscous in a bowl. Pour over juice into small saucepan and add cinnamon stick. Bring to boil then remove from heat and por over couscous. Cover and leave to stand for 5 minutes until liquid has been absorbed. remove cinnamon stick. Chill.
Add berries, lemon rind and mint and gently fold through. Spoon mixture into four bowls. Top each with large dollop of yougurt and a little maple syrup. Served chill. Serves 4.

This makes for a good breakfast along with egg whites etc...

If anyone has some couscous recipes let us know!!

 

[guindilla]

Bircher muesli:

3 cups of quick oats
1 cup skim milk
100 gr plain yogurt
100 ml orange juice
1/2 cup extra yogurt
2 grated apples
2 cups mixed seasonal fruit
Honey to serve ( optional)

Place oats, milk, yogurt and orange juice in abowl and mix well. Serve with extra yogurt and fresh fruit of your choice. Drizzle with honey if desired. Serves 6.

 

[jenscats5]

Wow, that bacon sandwich looks awesome.

How long do you cook bacon in the microwave for?

And is Lous Rich turkey bacon easy to find? Is it a healthier knd of bacon?

Maybe adding some cold turkey would be good to add the protein?

Most turkey bacons are healthier than regular bacon.....provided you get the Lean or Extra Lean types....and yes, it's easy to find - you buy it in the bacon section....

You sure could add some turkey to the sammich if you'd like - make it a club!

 

[guindilla]

Jalisco Crab Tostada

6 corn tortillas
1 pound imitation crab meat*
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1/2 medium bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Juice from 2 limes
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 small clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon (or more) minced and seeded jalapeno pepper
6 leaves Romaine lettuce, washed and dried

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Place tortillas on a baking sheet and heat for 5-10 minutes or until lightly brown and crisp. Watch closely as tortillas can burn quickly. Remove from oven and set aside.

Combine all remaining ingredients except lettuce and mix well. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Place one leaf lettuce on each tortilla and top with 1/2 cup crab meat mixture.

Crab meat recipes are welcome!!

 

[guindilla]

I found this recipe on the forum:

banana protein muffins:
1 cup blended oatmeal
3 scoops vanilla whey
1/2 cup egg whites (from carton)
2 mashed bananas
6 packets splenda
1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
1tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder

Bake at 350 deg for 45 mins.

Can add some tofu and/or applesause


My question is if the tofu and/or applesauce are necessary and if so how much is to be used?

Thanks

 

[guindilla]

Oat-Bran French Toast

2 cups nonfat milk
1/3 cup reduced calorie maple syrup
1/2 cup egg substitute
1 cup oat bran or oat flake cereal
2 teaspoons cinnamon
12 slices reduced calorie whole wheat bread

Combine milk, syrup and egg substitute and mix until blended. Combine oat bran and cinnamon in a separate bowl and mix well. Dip bread in the egg mixture and then in the oat bran mixture (both sides). Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook until golden brown on both sides. Serve with syrup.

Makes 6 Servings
Serving Size: 2 slices

Frenh Toast with sliced banana:
4 slices of wheat bread
2 eggs, lighly beaten
1 cup skim milk
1 tsp orange rind
3 Tbsp of soft brown sugar or sweetener
1 tsp vanilla essence
4 bananas, halved lenghways
100 gr low fat yogurt

Whish together eggs, milk and orange rind. Heat pan. Dip bread into egg mix to coat both sides and cook bread until golden.
Combine the sugar and vanilla essence and gently coat the bananas in the mixture. Place the bananas on a foil-line tray and cook under a medium grill for 2 or 3 minutes until the sugar melts. Serve the French toast topped with grilled bananas and a dollop of yogurt.


Any more French toast recipes?

 

[sbt2082]

Wow.. I have been going back through and looking at a number of these recipes and they are all great!!! Have tried a few so far and like having the variety... especially in the afternoon snacks! Good job everyone on the posts!

 

[Roonytunes]

I found this recipe on the forum:

banana protein muffins:
1 cup blended oatmeal
3 scoops vanilla whey
1/2 cup egg whites (from carton)
2 mashed bananas
6 packets splenda
1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
1tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder

Bake at 350 deg for 45 mins.

Can add some tofu and/or applesause


My question is if the tofu and/or applesauce are necessary and if so how much is to be used?

Thanks

I made this and I didn't use tofu or applesauce. My guess is the applesauce may make it more moist, but every time I ate one of these muffins, I threw it in the microwave for 10-20 secs which softened 'em up.

 

[sbt2082]

This is one of my favorites....

ITALIAN CHICKEN

1 serving
4-5 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 package pre-packaged spinach
2 cans of Italian tomatoes
1 8oz low fat cottage cheese
1 package low-fat Mozzarella cheese.


Spray a 9X13 baking pan with Pam cooking spray
Layer in this order: chicken, spinach, cottage
cheese, tomato and Mozzarella cheese, cover
with foil and bake for one hour at 350, uncover
and bake for 1/2 hour longer.
Serve with rice or noodles.

 

[guindilla]

I made this and I didn't use tofu or applesauce. My guess is the applesauce may make it more moist, but every time I ate one of these muffins, I threw it in the microwave for 10-20 secs which softened 'em up.

And the recipe was good as such? is it really tasty and worth making it?

Thanks

 

[guindilla]

Hi,

I was at the gym doing cardio and saw the captions on the tv for a recipe of shrimp with grits. Anyone knows a recipe like this? Shrimp and grits are great bodybuilding foods so it would make a great meal.

Hopefully someone can put something together.

Thanks to everyone

 

[guindilla]

I found this one:

Healthy shrimp and grits:

Ingredients

3/4 cups quick grits
3 cups water or skim milk
1 cups shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese, divided (use white Cheddar, if available)
3/8 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/16 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1.5 ounces chopped lean ham/turkey bacon/prosciuto
Salt and pepper to taste
1 pound medium-size shrimp, peeled
Salt and pepper, to taste
3/4 pounds sliced mushrooms
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/8 cup dry white wine (optional)
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cups chopped green onions (scallions)

Instructions
Cook grits in the water according to instructions on package. When the grits are ready, stir in 1 1/4 cups of the Cheddar cheese, the Parmesan cheese, paprika, and cayenne until the cheese is melted. Stir in the ham, and set aside.

Coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and set over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, mushrooms, and garlic, and cook, stirring, until the shrimp are fully pink and almost done, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the wine, if desired, and the lemon juice, and cook, stirring, until the shrimp are done, about a minute longer. Remove from the heat.

In a large bowl, mix together the grits mixture and the shrimp mixture, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the green onions. Coat a 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer the grits and shrimp mixture to the prepared dish.

Sprinkle the dish with the remaining 1/4 cup of Cheddar cheese, and serve immediately. If you are preparing this dish ahead of time, cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate to store for up to 1 day, then bring to room temperature, and bake at 350°F for 20 to 30 minutes, or until heated through.


Would it be ok to use plain soy milk instead of water or skim milk?

Thanks

 

[guindilla]

Baked Coconut Custard:

1/4 cup of sugar
1/4 cup fat free egg susbtitute
1cup 1% low fat milk
1/2 tsp. coconut extract
2 Tbsp frozen, reduced fat whipped topping, thawed
2 Tbsp flaked, sweetened coconut, toasted

Combine sugar and egg in a bowl and stir with a wire whisk; stir in extract and milk. Divide the mixture evenly between 2 ( 6oz.) custard cups. Place cups in baking pan and add hot water to pan to depth of 1 inch. Bake at 325 for 1 hour or until almost set ( center will not be firm, but custard will set up as it chills). Removes cups from pan and let cool. Cover and chill. Top each serving with 1 tbsp of whipped topping, sprinkle with 1 Tbsp of toasted coconut. Serves 2.

 

[guindilla]

What is the best way to toast flaked coconut?

 

[jenscats5]

What is the best way to toast flaked coconut?

In the toaster oven or in a pan on the stove.....

 

[guindilla]

In the toaster oven or in a pan on the stove.....

Thanks Jen. if I do it in a pan in the stove, do I have to add some cooking spray to it?

 

[guindilla]

Smoked salmon frittata

4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 oz. smoked salmon, chopped
1 tsp chopped fresh chives
1 tbsp sour cream
salt and pepper to taste

Preheat the broiler. Beat together the eggs, salmon, chives, sour cream, salt and pepper. Pour in the mixture in a skillet with cooking spray and cook stirring, about 1 minute, until the egg starts to form curds. Cook for another minute ( the egg mixture should be set on the bottom and still a bit wet on the top). Place the skillet under the broiler and broil for about 2 minutes, until the frittata turns golden brown. Using a spatula, carefully remove the frittata from the skillet. Cut into wedges and serve.

 

[guindilla]

anyone has a healthy coconut shrimp recipe?

 

[jenscats5]

Thanks Jen. if I do it in a pan in the stove, do I have to add some cooking spray to it?

Nope

 

[guindilla]

Deluxe French toast

4 slices 35 calorie bread
4 large egg whites
1/2 cup non fat plain yogurt
1/2 cup non fat cottage cheese
2 packets of equal
1/2 packet Alba 77 shake mix ( artificial vanilla flavor)
1 cup frozen bueberries
5 tbsp low carb syrup

Beat egg whites with a fork. Dip bread in egg whites. Fry both sides in a non stick pam sprayed skillet. Mix yogurt, cottage cheese, equal, and shake mix in a bowl. Microwave bluberries and syrup until the berries are melted and warm. Place French toast on a large plate. Top with creamy vanilla mixture. Top this with berries. Serves 2.

I found this recipe. I never heard of alba 77 shake mix. Can you buy that at the local supermarket? or what could I used instead?

Thanks

 

[guindilla]

Any wrap/sandwich recipes for shrimp?

 

[guindilla]

Chicken breast with mango salsa

1/4 sweet onion
1 mango, peeled
1 orange, peeled
1/2 red bell pepper
2 tbsp parsley
2 tbsp cilantro
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp balsamic vinegra
1tbsp basil
4 precooked chicken breasts, halves

Finely chop onion, mango, orange, bell pepper, parsley and cilantro: combine. Mix olive oil, lime juice, vinegrar, pepper and basil. Stir into fruit mixture. Serve over chicken. Serves 4


Keep the recipes coming!!!

 

[guindilla]

I am looking for some protein pancake recipes.

I think you use egg whites, protein powder, equal, cream of rice, fruit and cinnamon??? I have read some of these recipes before but I am not sure what to use exactly and how much of each.

Any help would be great!!

 

[jenscats5]

I am looking for some protein pancake recipes.

I think you use egg whites, protein powder, equal, cream of rice, fruit and cinnamon??? I have read some of these recipes before but I am not sure what to use exactly and how much of each.

Any help would be great!!

There are 2 recipes in this thread somewhere.....mine & Miss 24k's.....just a matter of finding them.....

 

[guindilla]

Thanks. It is going to be quite a challenge going through all the pages but I will try later when I have some time

 

[guindilla]

Great I found them.

I was wondering if anyone had any recipes for protein ice creams?

Thanks

 

[guindilla]

Pancakes by Jen

1 Egg Yolk
4 Egg Whites
1/2 - 1 tsp Baking Powder
Dash of Splenda, Cinnamon & Nutmeg
1/3 cup dry oats
1 tblsp. Ground Flax Meal

Can the oats be susbtituted by cream of wheat?

 

[guindilla]

I guess this is like asking for the moon but does anyone know a recipe for healthy glazed donuts?

Thanks

 

[jenscats5]

I guess this is like asking for the moon but does anyone know a recipe for healthy glazed donuts?

Thanks

Isn't this an oxymoron??

I tried to make donuts once but they didn't turn out very well.....

 

[guindilla]

Isn't this an oxymoron??

I tried to make donuts once but they didn't turn out very well.....

How were they not good?

 

[jenscats5]

How were they not good?

They didn't rise....guess the yeast was old or something....didn't like how they turned out....

 

[treilin]

O.k. so I've been working on my dessert here!!!
I'm not sure what to call this high protein, low calorie, jell-o!

Call it Pro-Jell-O
So I take about 3 egg whites, add about 2T splenda, 3T vanilla sugar free coffee flavoring. Beat that up in my kitchenaid for about 3 or 4 minutes.
Before hand I buy sugar free jell-o (big Box) add 3 or 4T of splenda to it and have that in the fridge. Then I take the meringue like topping and spread it on top of the Jell-o. It's kinda like whip cream.

For myself since I need to eat 6 egg whites I beat those up take a serving of the jell-o and alternate betweeen eating jello with the egg whites and just egg-white mix. 6 egg whites beats up to be quite a large sum with all that air in them. If you are hungry before bed it DEFINITELY fills me up!!!

Other things I have added to egg white meringue:
Baking cocoa powder, splenda
Other coffee flavoring syrups, and splenda

All are YUMMY!!!

 

[Ghede]

Big chompy Mediteranean flavors here, YUM! Wrap me up from the beach, a little Pastis and Water, some grilled St.Pierre and lets DINE!!


Bulgur and Lentil Pilaf with Edamame
this is for 16 portions, please portion and freeze all that you wont use in a period of three days, m'kay?

The macros for the following recipe look like this per portion:
138kcal
7 g pro
22 cho (8g fiber)
3 g fat (0g sat)

1 1/3 bulgur wheat
1 1/3 cups tiny dark green french lentils, go through them for rocks, no kidding.
1 cup shelled edamame, any grocer these days in the freezer section
Salt
30 cherry tomatoes, halved
2/3 cup each: diced fresh fennel, chopped italian parsley, chopped mint, diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped dill
1 1/2 tbs EV olive oil
3 tbs rice wine vinegar
ground black pepper...

Method:

this is real easy, crazy easy, really. just read all the way through it, if you dont grasp any part of any recipe i post ASK ME, it makes me feel like big willie. NOTE: when cooking any grain, i cook it in stock, chicken stock, turkey stock, duck stock, beef stock, fish, lobster, vege, mushroom, etc... negligible cals and it gives life that little twang that make things greater than the sum of their parts, ya know? ok, that having been said, here goes:

cover the bulgur wheat and a generous pinch of salt with boiling water in a medium bowl just enough to cover the grains, place a pot lid in the bowl to trap the steam, should be done absorbing the water in about 20 minute, fluff with a fork, let cool.
cover the lentils in a deep sauce pot with about an inche of stock over the depth of the lentils, it may take a bit more later. bring back to a boil and then lower to simmer for about 40 minutes. when done, drain the stock, reserve, let the lentils cool.

Next step is tough. Combine all ingredients. You're done. Best made a few hours/day ahead to let the barley 'relax' and to let the flavors develop. Serve at room temp.

questions? ask Ghede. if it's broken, we can fix it, always.

 

[jenscats5]

Rice Pudding

2 cups cooked white rice - I used 1 packet (out of the box) of Success 10 minute Brown rice
2 cups 1 percent milk - I used 2 cups of Vanilla Soy Milk I already had
1 stick cinnamon - didn't have any, so omitted
1/2 cup egg substitute
3/4 cup sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda) - I used the Splenda/Sugar Blend & only 1/2 cup and it turned out VERY SWEET
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus additional for garnish
1/2 cup raisins - omitted

In a large saucepan, stir together rice and milk. Add cinnamon stick and bring to a low simmer over medium-low heat, whisking to keep from sticking. Add egg substitute and cook until just heated through (do not let eggs cook). Whisk in the sugar substitute and continue cooking over medium-low heat until mixture is thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove pan from the heat and remove the cinnamon stick. Add ground cinnamon and stir in raisins. Ladle rice pudding into 6 custard glasses or serving cups. Sprinkle the top with a pinch of ground cinnamon, if desired. Serve warm or refrigerate until chilled and serve cold.

Nutritional Analysis per serving: Calories 146, Fat 1 gram Saturated Fat 1 gram, Carbohydrates 28 grams Fiber 1 gram

I made this today with some changes above in BOLD.....

It took awhile to thicken up....but is doing so now that it's sitting in the fridge....

Edit: Eventually thickened up after a few hours in the fridge and it's VERY GOOD....a little TOO sweet, but not too bad....but I'd use less sweetener next time.....

 

[sbt2082]

I made this today with some changes above in BOLD.....

It took awhile to thicken up....but is doing so now that it's sitting in the fridge....

Hmmm that sounds pretty good! Thanks for the idea too Just when I was starting to get sick of plain old rice with my chicken you throw a yummy recipe in the mix... Yummy I am thinkin dessert

 

[guindilla]

Hi,

I am looking for a healthy mashed potato recipe? Any ideas?

Thanks a ton

 

[jenscats5]

Hi,

I am looking for a healthy mashed potato recipe? Any ideas?

Thanks a ton

One of Obiwan's ideas.......

missing massed potatoes?
try this

boil a whole head of cauliflower in some salted water til tender
drain and either mash with a masher
or put in a food processor and whip away

add alittle cream (or skim milk), butter (or margarine) and salt & pepper to taste
there ya go

for alittle variety add alitte roasted garlic when mashing
or a couple tablespoons madras curry powder to the water

** I can attest that this is AMAZING!! I've tried it & you'd never know it wasn't mashed white potatoes. It works best with fresh cauliflower. Frozen did not work well for me -- didn't mash.

 

[guindilla]

Sounds pretty good. I'll have to give it a try

 

[guindilla]

creme brulee

I love creme brulee but never made it myself. I saw this recipe on another forum:

Creme Brulee

4 eggs
2 cups heavy cream
dash salt
1 tbsp Vanilla
12 packets Spenda - but you could probably get away with 8.

Mix well until creamy, but not foamy. Bake at 325 for approx. 1 hour in a water bath. Can do individual custard cups or one large bowl.


I was wondering if the heavy cream could be susbtituted for somehting more healthy or if anyone can post a healthier version of creme brulee.

Thanks

 

[Ghede]

Big chompy Mediteranean flavors here, YUM! Wrap me up from the beach, a little Pastis and Water, some grilled St.Pierre and lets DINE!!


Bulgur and Lentil Pilaf with Edamame
this is for 16 portions, please portion and freeze all that you wont use in a period of three days, m'kay?

The macros for the following recipe look like this per portion:
138kcal
7 g pro
22 cho (8g fiber)
3 g fat (0g sat)

1 1/3 bulgur wheat
1 1/3 cups tiny dark green french lentils, go through them for rocks, no kidding.
1 cup shelled edamame, any grocer these days in the freezer section
Salt
30 cherry tomatoes, halved
2/3 cup each: diced fresh fennel, chopped italian parsley, chopped mint, diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped dill
1 1/2 tbs EV olive oil
3 tbs rice wine vinegar
ground black pepper...

Method:

this is real easy, crazy easy, really. just read all the way through it, if you dont grasp any part of any recipe i post ASK ME, it makes me feel like big willie. NOTE: when cooking any grain, i cook it in stock, chicken stock, turkey stock, duck stock, beef stock, fish, lobster, vege, mushroom, etc... negligible cals and it gives life that little twang that make things greater than the sum of their parts, ya know? ok, that having been said, here goes:

cover the bulgur wheat and a generous pinch of salt with boiling water in a medium bowl just enough to cover the grains, place a pot lid in the bowl to trap the steam, should be done absorbing the water in about 20 minute, fluff with a fork, let cool.
cover the lentils in a deep sauce pot with about an inche of stock over the depth of the lentils, it may take a bit more later. bring back to a boil and then lower to simmer for about 40 minutes. when done, drain the stock, reserve, let the lentils cool.

Next step is tough. Combine all ingredients. You're done. Best made a few hours/day ahead to let the barley 'relax' and to let the flavors develop. Serve at room temp.

questions? ask Ghede. if it's broken, we can fix it, always.

Damn, Ghede, that looks pretty good, and the macros fit right in with my diet plan.... (multiple personality disorder, thangyou, thangyouverymush).

 

[guindilla]

Hi, I am looking for some quick high protein and even fruity salad recipes. if you have any please share with us!!

Here is one:

Curried Chicken Rice Salad:

1 chicken breast, cooked and chopped
1 tbsp low fat mayo
1 tbsp plain yogurt
1 tbsp mango chutney
1 tsp curry paste
75 gr cooked rice
2 spring oinions, finely chopped
1 stick of celery, finely choped
3 dried apricots, chopped
Mix all ingredients together well. Serve 1


I'd love to find one that combines bacon, chicken and fruits or something similar but I am not sure if that is possible

 

[jenscats5]

Hi, I am looking for some quick high protein and even fruity salad recipes. if you have any please share with us!!

I'd love to find one that combines bacon, chicken and fruits or something similar but I am not sure if that is possible

Well do you want it to include lettuce or be a rice based salad??

Check out in this thread the Kitchen Sink salad - I ate that 2 nites & posted up what I used in it.......You could do the same thing with ingredients you have on hand.....fruit, veggies, etc

Some combos could be:

Spinach, slivered/sliced almonds, strawberries
Spinach, blue cheese, sliced grapes
Mesclun or Spring mix, orange slices, other veggies, chicken
Chopped chicken + 1 tblsp FF mayo + 1 tblsp Yogurt/sour cream + chopped apple + almonds + raisins + sliced grapes + celery -- serve over lettuce if desired

 

[guindilla]

Thanks Jen. Could you post the link to the site?

 

[jenscats5]

Thanks Jen. Could you post the link to the site?

Which site??

The kitchen sink salad I posted in this thread somewhere.....and also in Obi's Yummy thread on the Food Forum.....

 

[guindilla]

Sorry, I thought it was a website.

Here is another salad recipe:

Avocado, Chicken and Pasta Salad:

200 gr pasta spirals ( uncooked)
1 large ripe avocado, sliced
1/3 cup low fat mayo
pepper
1/2 roasted chicken, cut in chunks
2 shallots, sliced
1/3 cup plain yogurt
Chopped parsley
Basil or mint

Cook pasta until still a little firm then allow to cool. Mix together all the ingredients, folding through the avocado last ensuring that it is not broken. Serves 4.

 

[guindilla]

Quick and Easy Mocha Fudge Pie By Laura Creavalle:

1/3 cup hot water
4 tsp instant coffee granules, divided
1/2 ( 19.85oz) box light fudge brownie mix ( about 2 cups)
2 tsp vanilla extract, divided
2 egg whites
3/4 cups skim milk
4 Tbsp Kahlua or other coffee flavored liquor , divided
1 pack sugar free instant chocolate pudding and pie filling mix
3 cups frozen reduced calorie whipped topping, thawed, divided
Combine hot water and 2 tsp coffee granules in a medium bowl, stir well. Add 1 Tbsp Kahlua. Add brownie mix, 1 tsp vanilla extract and egg whites; stir until well blended. Pour mixture in a 9 inch pie plate coated with pam spray. Bake at 325 for 22 minutes. Let crust cool completely. Combine milk, 2 Tbsp Kahlua, 1 tsp coffee granules, remaining 1 tsp vanilla and pudding mix in a bowl; beat at medium speed of a mixer for 1 minute. Gently fold in 1 1-1/2 cups of whipped topping. Spread pudding mixture evenly over brownie crust. Combine remaining 1 Tbsp kahlua and remaining 1 tsp coffee granules in a bowl; stir well. Gently fold in remaining 1-1/2 cups of whipped topping mixture over pudding mixture. Garnish with chocolate curls, if desired. Serve immediately or store loosely covered in fridge. Makes 8 servings.

 

[jenscats5]

Quick and Easy Mocha Fudge Pie By Laura Creavalle:

1/3 cup hot water
4 tsp instant coffee granules, divided
1/2 ( 19.85oz) box light fudge brownie mix ( about 2 cups)
2 tsp vanilla extract, divided
2 egg whites
3/4 cups skim milk
4 Tbsp Kahlua or other coffee flavored liquor , divided
1 pack sugar free instant chocolate pudding and pie filling mix
3 cups frozen reduced calorie whipped topping, thawed, divided

Combine hot water and 2 tsp coffee granules in a medium bowl, stir well. Add 1 Tbsp Kahlua. Add brownie mix, 1 tsp vanilla extract and egg whites; stir until well blended. Pour mixture in a 9 inch pie plate coated with pam spray. Bake at 325 for 22 minutes. Let crust cool completely. Combine milk, 2 Tbsp Kahlua, 1 tsp coffee granules, remaining 1 tsp vanilla and pudding mix in a bowl; beat at medium speed of a mixer for 1 minute. Gently fold in 1 1-1/2 cups of whipped topping. Spread pudding mixture evenly over brownie crust. Combine remaining 1 Tbsp kahlua and remaining 1 tsp coffee granules in a bowl; stir well. Gently fold in remaining 1-1/2 cups of whipped topping mixture over pudding mixture. Garnish with chocolate curls, if desired. Serve immediately or store loosely covered in fridge. Makes 8 servings.

Yes!! I would say instead of making that crust yourself - get a ready made Graham Cracker or Oreo Cookie Crust - it will save time + is easier.....plus I think they come in low fat versions also.....

 

[guindilla]

Yes!! I would say instead of making that crust yourself - get a ready made Graham Cracker or Oreo Cookie Crust - it will save time + is easier.....plus I think they come in low fat versions also.....

Great

 

[guindilla]

One thing I don't get about this recipe:


Quick and Easy _Mocha Fudge Pie By Laura Creavalle:

1/3 cup hot water
4 tsp instant coffee granules, divided
1/2 ( 19.85oz) box light fudge brownie mix ( about 2 cups)
2 tsp vanilla extract, divided
2 egg whites
3/4 cups skim milk
4 Tbsp Kahlua or other coffee flavored liquor , divided
1 pack sugar free instant chocolate pudding and pie filling mix
3 cups frozen reduced calorie whipped topping, thawed, divided
Combine hot water and 2 tsp coffee granules in a medium bowl, stir well. Add 1 Tbsp Kahlua. Add brownie mix, 1 tsp vanilla extract and egg whites; stir until well blended. Pour mixture in a 9 inch pie plate coated with pam spray. Bake at 325 for 22 minutes. Let crust cool completely. Combine milk, 2 Tbsp Kahlua, 1 tsp coffee granules, remaining 1 tsp vanilla and pudding mix in a bowl; beat at medium speed of a mixer for 1 minute. Gently fold in 1 1-1/2 cups of whipped topping. Spread pudding mixture evenly over brownie crust. Combine remaining 1 Tbsp kahlua and remaining 1 tsp coffee granules in a bowl; stir well. Gently fold in remaining 1-1/2 cups of whipped topping mixture over pudding mixture. Garnish with chocolate curls, if desired. Serve immediately or store loosely covered in fridge. Makes 8 servings.


I was wondering How I should go about the ingredients I embolded ( 1 Tbsp kahlua and 1 tsp cofee granules). Laura mentions to mix them in a bowl but what do I do after? Should I pour it into in the the pudding mixture before I fold in the whipped topping? I am a bit confused but hopefully someone can help me out.

Thanks a bunch

 

[jenscats5]

One thing I don't get about this recipe:


Quick and Easy _Mocha Fudge Pie By Laura Creavalle:

1/3 cup hot water
4 tsp instant coffee granules, divided
1/2 ( 19.85oz) box light fudge brownie mix ( about 2 cups)
2 tsp vanilla extract, divided
2 egg whites
3/4 cups skim milk
4 Tbsp Kahlua or other coffee flavored liquor , divided
1 pack sugar free instant chocolate pudding and pie filling mix
3 cups frozen reduced calorie whipped topping, thawed, divided

Combine hot water and 2 tsp coffee granules in a medium bowl, stir well. Add 1 Tbsp Kahlua. Add brownie mix, 1 tsp vanilla extract and egg whites; stir until well blended. Pour mixture in a 9 inch pie plate coated with pam spray. Bake at 325 for 22 minutes. Let crust cool completely. Combine milk, 2 Tbsp Kahlua, 1 tsp coffee granules, remaining 1 tsp vanilla and pudding mix in a bowl; beat at medium speed of a mixer for 1 minute. Gently fold in 1 1-1/2 cups of whipped topping. Spread pudding mixture evenly over brownie crust. Combine remaining 1 Tbsp kahlua and remaining 1 tsp coffee granules in a bowl; stir well. Gently fold in remaining 1-1/2 cups of whipped topping mixture over pudding mixture. Garnish with chocolate curls, if desired. Serve immediately or store loosely covered in fridge. Makes 8 servings.


I was wondering How I should go about the ingredients I embolded ( 1 Tbsp kahlua and 1 tsp cofee granules). Laura mentions to mix them in a bowl but what do I do after? Should I pour it into in the the pudding mixture before I fold in the whipped topping? I am a bit confused but hopefully someone can help me out.

Thanks a bunch

Well you're using 3 tblsp. out of the 4 called for of the Kahlua & 3 tsp. of the coffee granules called for in other parts of the recipe....so with this last part, you're using the last 1 tblsp/tsp. of each that's left....

 

[guindilla]

Well you're using 3 tblsp. out of the 4 called for of the Kahlua & 3 tsp. of the coffee granules called for in other parts of the recipe....so with this last part, you're using the last 1 tblsp/tsp. of each that's left....

I understand but once I stir the last kahlua and cofee granules in a bowl. What do I do with it? It does not tell you where to pour it? So I am confused as to where this mixture would go. Any idea?

Thanks

 

[jenscats5]

I understand but once I stir the last kahlua and cofee granules in a bowl. What do I do with it? It does not tell you where to pour it? So I am confused as to where this mixture would go. Any idea?

Thanks

Oops!! Misunderstood the question....D'oh!!

Anyway - it looks to me that you are mixing that into the last 1.5 cups of whipped topping & spreading it over the top......

Hmmmmmm that's a lot of coffee/Kahlua flavor IMO......I might prefer the remaining whipped topping plain, myself....

 

[guindilla]

Oops!! Misunderstood the question....D'oh!!

Anyway - it looks to me that you are mixing that into the last 1.5 cups of whipped topping & spreading it over the top......

Hmmmmmm that's a lot of coffee/Kahlua flavor IMO......I might prefer the remaining whipped topping plain, myself....

Thanks Jen. You are the best!!!!

 

[guindilla]

here is another recipe

Good Ole Fish Sandwiches

4 (6-ounce) grouper fillet or other white fish (3/4 inch thick)
2 tsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Cooking spray
1 (6 ounce) French bread baguette
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
1 cup thinly sliced onion
1 cup thinly sliced poblano chile
1 cup chopped tomato
4 Tbsp. tarter sauce
Prepare grill.
Brush both sides of fillets with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
Cut bread into 4 (1-1/2 ounce) pieces; cut each in half horizontally. Spread tarter sauce evenly over top halves of bread. Arrange fish on bottom halves. Sprinkle each fillet with 1/4 teaspoon juice; top with 1/4 cup onion, 1/4 cup poblano, 1/4 cup tomato, and top half of bread. Serve immediately. Serves 4

 

[guindilla]

Never heard of poblano chile. Does anyone know what it is? Where do you get it? Does it come fresh or in a jar? is it too spicy!!

Thanks

 

[jenscats5]

Never heard of poblano chile. Does anyone know what it is? Where do you get it? Does it come fresh or in a jar? is it too spicy!!

Thanks

A poblano is a pepper....looks sort of like a elongated bell pepper.....They are fresh and I pick them up at the grocery store or farmer's market....Yes they can be spicy, but the spice is milder than that of a jalapeno, for example.....

For the latest recipe you posted, it calls for 1 cup of poblano....depending on how spicy you like things, you may want to start with 1/2 cup & add more if you want it spicier, etc....I find they lose some heat too when cooked - but I've had some that were not spicy at all & some that were very very spicy....

As for the tartar sauce....make your own with FF mayo, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce (dash or two), relish, salt, pepper & hot sauce (couple dashes). Amounts of all ingredients to taste.....

 

[guindilla]

Thanks Jen!!!

Do the poblano peppers have to be cooked. The recipe does not say anything. Can they be eaten raw?

Thanks a lot

 

[jenscats5]

Thanks Jen!!!

Do the poblano peppers have to be cooked. The recipe does not say anything. Can they be eaten raw?

Thanks a lot

I would definitely saute the peppers with the onions, as I don't like onions raw anyway....but the peppers will taste better sauteed.....

 

[Ghede]

I would definitely saute the peppers with the onions, as I don't like onions raw anyway....but the peppers will taste better sauteed.....

oooooo... ROAST THEM!!!

Split the Poblanos in half, discard the seeds and any serious pith. toss them in a tbs of olive oil NOT EVOO, it burns due to its dry matter content, just use '100% Olive Oil' whenever you roast or sear or saute NEVER EVOO!!!

anywoozle: toss the halves in oil then roast at 425 on a cookie sheet or half sheet pan until the skin is blistered and there are spots of dark brown in glorious abundance.

here is the trick: immediately put the hot peppers back in the bowl you used to toss them in oil, cover tight with plastic wrap.. the wrap will dome up due to the heat. AS SOON AS THE PLASTIC WRAP INVERTS, or rather 'domes down' you can peel the skins off the peppers in damn near one piece. easy and simple.

Now you have sweet roasted poblanos without the skins and you know the very easiest and best way to get the skins off of roasted peppers. yum.

.

 

[jenscats5]

oooooo... ROAST THEM!!!

Split the Poblanos in half, discard the seeds and any serious pith. toss them in a tbs of olive oil NOT EVOO, it burns due to its dry matter content, just use '100% Olive Oil' whenever you roast or sear or saute NEVER EVOO!!!

anywoozle: toss the halves in oil then roast at 425 on a cookie sheet or half sheet pan until the skin is blistered and there are spots of dark brown in glorious abundance.

here is the trick: immediately put the hot peppers back in the bowl you used to toss them in oil, cover tight with plastic wrap.. the wrap will dome up due to the heat. AS SOON AS THE PLASTIC WRAP INVERTS, or rather 'domes down' you can peel the skins off the peppers in damn near one piece. easy and simple.

Now you have sweet roasted poblanos without the skins and you know the very easiest and best way to get the skins off of roasted peppers. yum.

.

Mmmmmmmmmmmmmm - good idea Ghede!! Poblanos also make excellent stuffed peppers!!

 

[sculpted]

The best Chicken Marinade

.5 C reduced sodium soy sauce
.25 C balsamic vinager
.25 C olive oil
.25 tsp pepper
1 tbsp of following dired herbs:basil, oregano, parsley
2 cloves of garlic minced

Combine all ingredients, pour over chicken breast and marinate overnight. Throw on the BBQ.

 

[guindilla]

keep them coming, especially desserts. lol

 

[guindilla]

Pizza on English Muffins

I think I read somewhere in the forum that you could make an easy-tasty pizza on an English muffin. Does anyone know a recipe for this?

Thanks

 

[jenscats5]

Re: Pizza on English Muffins

I think I read somewhere in the forum that you could make an easy-tasty pizza on an English muffin. Does anyone know a recipe for this?

Thanks

Just toast the English Muffin in the toaster oven, put pizza or spaghetti sauce on top then cheese & place back in oven to melt cheese.....

 

[guindilla]

Re: Pizza on English Muffins

Just toast the English Muffin in the toaster oven, put pizza or spaghetti sauce on top then cheese & place back in oven to melt cheese.....

Great!! If you add toppins like beef or bacon, would you have to cook them ahead of time or will they cook when you put them in the oven?

Thanks

 

[jenscats5]

Re: Pizza on English Muffins

Great!! If you add toppins like beef or bacon, would you have to cook them ahead of time or will they cook when you put them in the oven?

Thanks

I'd cook them ahead of time myself.........

 

[sbt2082]

Caribbean Rum Chicken Recipe

4 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup rum
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 lime cut into wedges

Combine brown sugar and next six ingredients and mix well. Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag, add brown sugar marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Turn chicken over occasionally while marinating. Remove chicken and discard marinade.

Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat until hot. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes on each side until chicken is no longer pink in the center. Squeeze lime juice over chicken and serve.

Makes 4 Servings
Serving Size: 1 chicken breast

 

[WoNderWoMan25]

mini cherry/strawberry cheesecakes
8 average reduced sugar graham crackers, mashed & crumbly
2 Tbsp lite margarine, melted
4 oz of EACH fat-free cream cheese AND light cream cheese
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 large egg whites
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup splenda
20 oz lite fruit pie filling, cherry -- or even better fresh strawberries & sugar free jam

Place 12 cupcake liners in a cupcake pan. Combine graham cracker crumbs and margarine; mix well.

Spoon 1 tablespoon of crumb mixture into bottom of each liner and press down gently. Refrigerate until ready to fill.

Beat cream cheeses until fluffy and add lemon juice, egg whites, vanilla extract and splenda; beat until smooth.

Spoon cream cheese mixture evenly into crumb cups. Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes. Cool.

Top each cheese cake with 1 tablespoon cherry pie filling or a few strawberries/jam mixture.

 

[the-short-one]

chicken stir fry - big recipe
(I used guinea, you use whatever you want.)


2 tbs olive oil
2 tbs crushed garlic
1 onion, thinly sliced
6 large chicken breasts (or 14 guinea breast)
2 tbs 5 spice powder
salt & pepper
2 packs of white mushrooms
1 package frozen baby green beans


2 cups chicken broth
3 tbs tamari soy sauce
3 tbs corn starch

heat the olive oil in a really big pan and add garlic + onions. saute for a few minutes (don't let the garlic brown) and add chicken. season with 5 spice, salt & pepper. when chicken is cooked 1/2 way, add mushrooms and frozen green beans. cover and cook on high for 10 minutes. While misture is cooking, mix together broth, tamari & corn starch with wisk.

Remove lid and let about 1/2 of the liquid cook off. Add broth mixture and stir constantly until broth thickens. Remove from heat and serve alone or with brown rice.

Tastes great the next day for leftovers.

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Okay so this isn't a recipe per say, you can tweak it to however you like it, but I made it for my man and I last night and it was awesome. Definitely not competition diet food, but a very healthy version of pizza.

-1 Oroweat high, protein, low carb, high fibre whole wheat tortilla
-Bake it in the oven on 375 for 5 minutes on a Pam sprayed cookie sheet
-Spread 1-2 Tbsp sugar free barbecue sauce on the torilla
-Then add 4-5 oz cut up chicken breast pre-cooked and seasoned with Hy's msg free cajun seasoning
-Add half a red pepper cut up (and any other veggies you like)
-Sprinkle with 30-45g low fat cheese
-Add tomato slices on top of cheese
-Return to the oven and bake for another 10 mins

It tastes just like the barbecue chicken pizza at my favorite pub! Yummy!

 

[sbt2082]

Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe
4 cups shredded cabbage
2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
1/2 cup raisins
3 green onions, cut into 1inch pieces
2 1/2 tablespoons water
2 1/2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl and toss. Combine water and remaining ingredients and whisk together until blended. Pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat.

Makes 4 Servings
Serving Size: 12 ounces

 

[jenscats5]

This is from Hungry Girl....

Wise Fries
Face it, french fries are one of the greatest tasting foods known to man. But they're no-nos when it comes to dieting. Of course, if you're feeling ambitious, you can whip up a batch of HG's Bake-tastic Butternut Squash fries. Yep, you can make crispy, wonderful, sweet fries out of our new best friend, the butternut squash. And, what's even better is that this is our easiest recipe ever. So pay close attention. VERY close attention. Because what we're about to share with you may very well change your life...forever!

Ingredients:
1/2 butternut squash
kosher salt

Directions:
Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees. Peel and de-seed your butternut squash. If you're unfamiliar with handling them, you may have a little trouble at first. They're fairly easy to peel, but you'll need a sharp knife to cut them. Once your orange friend is peeled and seed-free, slice it in half. Then cut it up into french fry shapes. We like to use a crinkle cutter to make authentic looking crinkle cut fries, but they'll work any way you slice 'em. Place on a cookie sheet sprayed with non-stick spray. Cover lightly with kosher salt (regular salt works, too, but we prefer kosher). Place tray in your pre-heated oven and bake for 40 minutes or so, flipping halfway through baking process. Fries are done when they are starting to brown on the edges and get crispy. Serve with ketchup, or however else you enjoy fries or sweet potato fries!


Nutritional Info:

Serving Size: 5 oz., uncooked
Calories: 65
Fat: 0g
Sodium: 486mg (includes salt)
Carbs: 16.5g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 1g

 

[sbt2082]

4 large whole wheat pitas
4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 cup lightly-packed fresh basil leaves

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange pitas on a baking sheet. Evenly divide the toppings between each pita, starting with diced tomatoes, green onion, basil leaves and feta cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned and feta is soft. Serve individual slices as an appetizer or the whole pizza with a salad as a meal.

 

[msam76]

4 large whole wheat pitas
4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 cup lightly-packed fresh basil leaves

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange pitas on a baking sheet. Evenly divide the toppings between each pita, starting with diced tomatoes, green onion, basil leaves and feta cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned and feta is soft. Serve individual slices as an appetizer or the whole pizza with a salad as a meal.

That sounds sooooo good. Will be going shopping tomorrow now

 

[jenscats5]

Got the inspiration for this from a recent Cooking Light magazine, but this version is easier.....

Vanilla Berry Parfaits with Meringue Cookies

1 box SF/FF Instant Vanilla or White Chocolate Jello Pudding Mix

8 large FF Vanilla Meringue cookies
(I've seen these at Trader Joe's)

1/4 cup SF raspberry preserves (get seedless, optional)
1 tblsp. water
1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries
3/4 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
2/3 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Place 4 meringue cookies in a plastic bag & crush, reserve other 4 cookies whole.

Combine preserves & water in a large bowl and add fruit, folding to combine.

Make pudding according to package directions. Spoon pudding into the bottom of a parfait glass or large glass, top with some of the preserve mixture, then some crumbled cookie. Top with more pudding, preserves & top with a whole cookie. Should make 4 servings.

Leftover preserve mixture can be used in plain/vanilla yogurt or on pancakes.

 

[jenscats5]

Who says you can only have chicken??

Summer Crab Salad

1/4 cup finely chopped Vidalia or other sweet onion
1/4 cup low-fat or FF mayo
2 tblsp. chopped fresh chives
1 tblsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
Hot pepper sauce, to taste
1 pound lump crabmeat, drained & shell pieces removed

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and toss well.

Serve with a variety of chopped vegetables in lettuce cups or on crackers, a wrap, roll, etc.....

 

[jenscats5]

Coleslaw

1 package Cole Slaw Mix (the cabbage blend in the salad section)
~ 1/4 cup each: minced red & green bell pepper, red onion or scallion
2 tblsp. Pickle Relish or 1/4 cup chopped pickles
2-3 tblsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
2 tblsp. FF Sour Cream
2 tblsp. FF Mayo (I used Smart Beat brand)
Salt, Pepper, Hot Sauce, Cumin, Celery Salt, etc to taste

Combine all ingredients & allow flavors to blend for 1-3 hours in the fridge.

 

[jenscats5]

Curried Green Beans

INGREDIENTS:

1 lb. pkg. frozen green beans
1 Tbsp. butter (optional or reduce by half for flavor)
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 tsp. curry powder
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped peanuts
PREPARATION:

Cook green beans as directed on package, drain and set aside. In heavy skillet heat butter and olive oil together until foamy. Add curry powder and onion and cook and stir until onion is crisp tender. Add green beans and peanuts and heat through, stirring gently. Serves 4-6.



Gujerati green beans
Serves 4

* 1 lb green beans
* 1-2 Tbsp oil
* 1 Tbsp whole black mustard seed
* 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
* 1 hot dried red chili, coarsely crushed
* 1 tsp salt
* 1/2 tsp sugar or 1 packet Splenda
* Pepper

Trim the beans and cut them into 1" lengths. Blanch (or use frozen beans), drain, cool, set aside. (ask me if you do not know how to blanch. I use a microwave for this).

Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Add mustard seed. When they begin to pop, add garlic and stir till light brown. Add red pepper and stir a few seconds.

Add green beans, sugar and salt, stir to mix. Turn heat to medium low, stir and cook about 8 minutes or till they taste spicy. Add pepper, mix and serve.

 

[jenscats5]

Indian Curried Peas

**This recipe would be good also with Green Beans, IMO....

These peas, with curry spices and mushrooms, offer a fragrant and fiery side dish. Created by: The Golden Temple Conscious Cookery, Los Angeles; Yield: 4 servings

* 2 tsp Oil
* 2 tsp margarine (optional)
* 1 c Minced onions
* 1 Clove garlic
* 1 slice Gingerroot, 1/2-in thick, peeled
* 1 dash Caraway seeds (about 1/8 tsp)
* 1/2 tsp Salt
* 1 dash Black pepper
* 1 dash Ground turmeric
* 1/4 c Tomato puree
* 10 oz Pkg frozen peas or 1 lb Fresh peas
* 1 dash Ground coriander
* 1/8 tsp Ground cumin
* 1/8 tsp Red pepper
* 1 1/4 c Sliced mushrooms
* Sweet chutney (optional)

Heat oil and butter in large heavy skillet. Add onions and saute until tender. Puree garlic and ginger in blender with small amount of water and add to onions.

Add caraway seeds, salt, pepper and turmeric. Cook 8 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking and scorching. Add tomato puree and heat through. Add peas and simmer 5 minutes. Add coriander, cumin and red pepper and cook 10 minutes. Add mushrooms, cover and cook 10 minutes longer, or until mushrooms are tender.

Serve with sweet chutney, if desired.

 

[jenscats5]

Curried Green and Yellow Bean Salad

**Use all green beans if you'd like....

Ingredients
12 ounces green beans, trimmed
12 ounces yellow wax beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions
1. In a large saucepan cook green beans and wax beans, covered, in a small amount of boiling salted water for 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immerse in a large bowl half-filled with ice water. Drain again. Return beans to bowl; cover and refrigerate until serving.
2. Meanwhile, for salad dressing, in a screw-top jar combine vinegar, olive oil, sugar, ginger, curry powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cover; shake well. Refrigerate until serving.
3. To serve, pour salad dressing over beans. Toss gently to coat. Serve immediately. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

Nutrition facts per serving:
calories: 60
total fat: 4g
saturated fat: 0g
monounsaturated fat: 3g
polyunsaturated fat: 0g
cholesterol: 0mg
sodium: 78mg
carbohydrate: 7g
total sugar: 2g
fiber: 3g
protein: 2g
vitamin A: 0%
vitamin C: 17%
calcium: 3%
iron: 5%

 

[cezza30]

Indian Curried Peas..........

Mmm they sound good, I'm gonna try them!!

Thank you

 

[jenscats5]

Saw this on FoodTV today and it looked pretty good.....tho "soup weather" is pretty much over IMO.... I would reduce the olive oil to 2 tblsp. to make it healthier if desired - or simmer the onions & garlic in broth or water instead....


Moroccan Spiced Chickpea Soup

Yields: 6 servings, at just under $1 per serving....

Chickpeas seem to call out for Moroccan spices, so that's what they get here. I make this soup really chunky and hearty.


1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish
1 large onion, medium diced
6 to 8 cloves garlic, pressed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 heaping teaspoon sweet paprika
1 (14.5-ounce) can chopped tomatoes
3 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed well
1 quart vegetable broth or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 (5-ounce) package pre-washed baby spinach


Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until the onions begin to turn translucent; lower heat if browning starts to occur. Add spices and saute a minute or so. Add tomatoes, chickpeas, broth, and sugar. Season with a couple pinches of salt and 10 grinds fresh pepper. Stir well. Chickpeas should be just covered with liquid. If level is shy, add some water so the chickpeas are just covered.
Bring to a simmer, then lower heat to low and gently simmer for 45 minutes.
Remove soup from heat. Use a potato masher to mash up some of the chickpeas right in the pot. Stir in the spinach and let heat through until wilted, just a couple minutes.
Season again, to taste, with salt and pepper.

Serve soup, drizzled lightly with extra-virgin olive oil, if desired.

 

[jenscats5]

**Found this online!!

Chocolate Angel Food Cake

This cake is so tasty, you'll never believe it's just 133 calories a slice!

Cooking time: 45 minutes
Prep time: 10 minutes

You Will Need
1 cup sifted cake flour
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups egg whites (about 12 large eggs)
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons sifted confectioners' sugar (optional)

What to Do
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, 3/4 cup of the granulated sugar, the cocoa, cinnamon, and salt.

2. In a perfectly clean large bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer set on high speed until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/4 cup of the remaining sugar in a steady stream and continue beating until the whites are stiff and glossy but not dry. Beat in the vanilla. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar over the top of the whites and fold in gently. Gently fold in the flour mixture.

3. Spoon the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Invert the pan and let cool. Transfer the cake to a serving platter and dust with the confectioners' sugar (if using).

Serves: 12

Per serving: Calories 133, saturated fat 0 g, total fat 1 g, protein 5 g, carbohydrate 29 g, fiber 0 g, sodium 147 mg, cholesterol 0 mg, calcium 0 mg.

 

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Info tidbit on Angel Food Cake....

Q: My mother always serves angel food cake because she says it's healthy. But isn't it loaded with sugar?

A: Angel food cake is fat-free, which means that in terms of how it affects risks to the heart from blood cholesterol, it's an excellent choice. Its effect on weight control and blood sugar gets a little more confusing. If you are eating equal amounts of cake (based on how much room they take up on a plate) without frosting, a piece of angel food cake, with only about 70 to 125 calories, is substantially lower in calories than other types of cake, which could run from 115 to 300 calories. However, the calorie "savings" may be lost if we eat larger portions, more pieces, or more of other foods because we think of angle food cake as "low calorie." If the cake is frosted, that adds about 150 calories and 6 grams of fat to each slice. To avoid extra calories and fat and add more nutrition, top unfrosted angel food cake with a puree of raspberries or other fruit. Fruit supplies a wide variety of vitamins and phytochemicals that lower cancer risk and promote health. Follow the advice of The New American Plate Cookbook, from the American Institute for Cancer Research, which looks at desserts such as low-fat crisps and puddings as vehicles for supplying fruit.

 

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Chocolate-Mocha Angel Food Cake

The flavor combination of chocolate, coffee, and sugar in this cake is simply addicting. I love how you can take something simple like an angel food cake mix and make it spectacular with just a few added ingredients.

Ingredients:
1 box (1-pound size) one-step angel food cake mix
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 1/3 cups very strong decaffeinated coffee, cooled
8 ounces light whipping cream or Light Cool Whip® (optional)

Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Move oven rack to lowest position if you're using a tube pan, or the middle position for loaf pans.
2. Mix cake mix with cocoa in large glass or metal bowl at low speed until blended.
3. Pour in coffee and mix at low speed until moistened. Then beat exactly 1 minute at medium speed. Pour batter into an ungreased tube pan (10x4-inch) or two (9x5-inch loaf pans).
4. Bake 35 to 45 minutes for tube pan, and 33 to 43 minutes for loaf pans. Cake is done when crust is deep golden brown and cracks on top appear dry. DO NOT UNDERBAKE.
5. Cool tube cake upside down on a glass bottle or heatproof surface until completely cool. Cool loaves in pans tipped on side on cooling rack until completely cool.
6. Loosen edges with flat knife or metal spatula to remove from pans.
7. Whip up whipped cream if desired, adding powdered sugar to taste toward end of whipping.

Yield:
12 servings

Nutritional Information:
Per serving (without whipped cream):
159 calories, 4 g protein, 36 g carbohydrate, 0.5 g fat, 0.3 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 331 mg sodium, 1 g fiber. Calories from fat: 3%.

Per serving (with light whipping cream):
214 calories, 21 mg cholesterol, 6 g fat. Calories from fat: 25%.

 

[jenscats5]

This drink recipe showed up in my Kraft Food & Family magazine.....

Razzmopolitan

1 tub Crystal Light Sunrise Clasic Orange Flavor SF Drink Mix
5 cups cold water
2 cups Low Calorie cranberry-raspberry drink
1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Place drink mix in plastic or glass pitcher. Add cold water; stir until drink mix is dissolved. Add Cranberry drink and lime juice. Stir & refrigerate until ready to serve. Pour into sugar/Splenda rimmed martini glasses.

Makes 7 servings; 1 cup each.

Cals: 20; Fat = 0 (0g sat fat); Chol 0mg; Sodium 25mg; Carbs 4g; Fiber 0g; Sugars 3g; Protein 0g

**I think this would also be good served in a highball glass with a lot of ice and a wedge of lime/orange or a cherry or in a tall skinny glass. Maybe even mix in a bit of seltzer water.....

 

[jenscats5]

Cool N Creamy Coffee Freeze

Pour 1 cup milk into a large glass measuring cup. Add enough ice to measure 3 cups. Pour into blender. Add 1 cup frozen Cool Whip whipped topping, 1 package (4-serving size) jello Vanilla Flavor instant Pudding Mix & 1 tblsp. Instant coffee, cover & blend on high speed until smooth. Pour into glasses & serve immediately. Makes 4 servings.

**For a healthier version, use SF & FF Cool Whip/Pudding Mix and skim milk....and a scoop of protein powder, if desired....