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tips for making cookies healthier
I found this on Eatingwell.com. Here's the link, because after each tip there are recipes! http://www.eatingwell.com/healthy_cooking/healthy_cooking_101_basics_techniques/kitchen_tips_techniques/5_secrets_for_baking_healthier_cookies?page=2 1- Replace fats with oil: For every tablespoon of butter you replace with…
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Need meal ideas
I'm very guilty of grabbing something from the freezer tossing it on the oven and that's supper. Seeing the calories in most of that is scary and then I only end up eating a little so I'm still hungry. It needs to feed a lot too, besides me and the old man it's also 5 teenage boys. It would help if it had beef in it too,…
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Caramel Pumpkin Pudding Cakes
Tis the season for pumpkin so I thought I would throw this one in :happy: This recipe comes via The Hungry Girl Cookbook Caramel Pudding Pumpkin Cupcakes (Makes 12 servings) Per serving (1 cupcake): 108 calories, 2g fat, 188mg sodium, 21g carbs, 0.5g fiber, 12g sugars, 2g protein Ingredients for cupcakes 2 cups moist-style…
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Chicken Marsala Tetrezzini
Dinner tonight! 1 (8-oz.) package vermicelli 2 tablespoons butter 1 (8-oz.) package sliced fresh mushrooms 3 ounces finely chopped prosciutto 3 cups chopped cooked chicken 1 cup frozen baby English peas, thawed 1 (10 3/4-oz.) can reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup 1 (10-oz.) container refrigerated light Alfredo sauce 1/2…
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Kangaroo style spaghetti bolognaise
Kangaroo style spaghetti bolognaise Heaps of info on nutritional benefits of Roo here http://www.macromeats-gourmetgame.com.au/Nutrition.aspx Per 100g Cals 107 Protein 22g Carbs .3g Fat 1.3g So I decided to try the mince for the first time yesterday. I have had the steak, sausages and roast before. Don't like the sausages…
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Need Budget/Kid friendly Crock Pot or easy recipes...
Not asking much am I?!?!?! lol. I am on a budget (as I am sure most of us are these days), a mom to a 4 year old boy and always short on time. I love my crock pot but I swear there is only three things I can make in it' Itallian beef, Pot Roast and Ribs. Any ideas? Let me know!
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Anyone Gluten Free?
I'm phasing out gluten products because I have this feeling I have a problem with it. Any tips for food? Advice? Anything really! LOL
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Need recipe/marinade ideas for Indian spice mix
So my boss made up a batch of his famous Indian spice mix, bottled it, and gave some to me for Christmas. I've actually never eaten Indian food before, mostly because I don't like spicy foods, but he assured me that it was mild and to try it. I tried it the other night... I basically rubbed it on chicken (like a dry rub),…
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Need ideas for new foods with normal cupboard ingredients!
I'm so bored of eating the same stuff every day! But there's no really interesting ingredients that I can use around the house, we have the normal, a lot of herbs and spices, fresh meat, processed meat, normal cupboard stuff (soup, beans etc.) pasta blah blah blah but I never seem to eat anything interesting! Ideas…
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Chewy Molasses Ginger Cookies
I get daily recipes in my inbox from Sparks People and this particular one I had to share as it reminds me of the molasses cookies my dad, brother and I would pilfer from the cookie jar when visiting my great-grandmother while growing up. Minor tweaks to the recipe can lower the calories (e.g. splenda brown sugar) and…
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Sick of mustard!
Yeah, yeah, I know the sodium in lunch meat is bad for me, but I sure do appreciate a good ol' sandwhich. As I try to think of food as fuel instead of entertainment, I like sandwhiches even more. Healthy Life 35 calorie wheat bread and Carl Buddig oven roasted turkey breast are my new best friends. For 130 calories (I…
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cooking for two adults
Hi, all. Someone in one of my groups posted a request for healthy recipes for two adults, and I figured it would be cool to open this up to everyone who might have suggestions. In the words of the original request: "Would love some suggestions for recipes for two people without picky kids' palates to satisfy." *** One of…
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Easy low calorie chicken cacciatore
I made this for my family last week and they LOVED it! I just threw everything into the slow cooker before work on low and it was done by the time I got home. Serves 4 3-4 hours on high (slow cooker) 5-8 hours on low (slow cooker) 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions 1/4 cup tomato paste 1/4 cup red or…
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Healthy BEEF or BUFFALO recipes
I have yet to find a healthy recipe including BEEF. I am far from a vegetarian, i NEED red meat in my diet. Most diet recipes are either vegetarian or chicken. I don't eat poultry. Im kind of a picky eater which makes it hard for me to eat the healthy recipes thrown my way. Less vegetables the better as well ( i prefer raw…
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cranberry chicken
So I had left over cranberries from Thanksgiving and in my attempt to cook instead of waste, I came up with this Cranberry Chicken Recipe. I had all of it in the house :) Crock Pot Add 1c cranberries 1 small onion 1c orange juice some ginger some cinamon 1-3 jalapenos seed and chopped. 1.5 lbs of boneless skinless chicken…
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Looking for the best green bean casserole recipe!!
hi again, I am in search of a flavorful green bean casserole recipe. Trying to make something that tastes good but also isnt as unhealthy as the original campbell's recipe. Does anyone know of one??? Thanks again!! Liz
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vegetables
I've been eating vegetables like a fiend. Roasted onions, roasted brussels, roasted pepper, roasted asparagus, roasted beets.... yumm. Today's dish: sliced yam, yellow onion, and grated smoked gouda in a gratin. So good (especially next to the brussels and onions.) Any favorites?
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Air popped popcorn as a late evening snack
Hi guys, I'm not sure about any of you, but there are late evenings when I really want a light and tasty snack, but not one that will threaten my diet. I try hard not to eat after 8pm (I'm not always succesful, but it is a constant aim). That said, I decided to invest in an air-popper, since 3 tablespoons of popcorn…
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meal plans
Does anyone know where to get meal plans that are for busy moms who dont have time to make crazy recipes? I mean just like a normal, 8oz of OJ, 1 pack of maple brown sugar oatmeal, blah blah blah, then lunch, turkey sandwich light mayo, bean sprouts, blah blah blah, dinner, baked chicken, diet coke, green beans, .......get…
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Pumpkin Pancakes
I just invented pumpkin pancakes ... I had leftovers from Thanksgiving, 1 cup canned pumpkin 1 tsp honey 1 tsp margerine dash of salt cinnamon ground cloves 1 tbsp whole wheat flour 1 egg Mix it all together and fry it with some Pam (no fat spray) ... they taste really good Best part - I'm hypoglycemic, and they won't…
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Low Calorie Potato Soup that Good!
Serves 6 * 1 (16 ounce) package frozen loose-pack hash brown potatoes with onion and peppers * 2 (10.5 ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth * 1 (2.5 ounce) package fat free country-style gravy mix * 1/2 cup water * * 1/2 cup chopped green onion for topping * 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (optional) Directions 1.…
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Gingerbread cookies
Hello! Everyone here seems to have great recipes, and i need help! I have recently taken to advertising my baking abilities online, offering to bake Christmas treats for people in my city, i got my first order today, YAY! One of the things i was asked about was gingerbread cookies for decorating. I have made them before,…
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Searching for a Homemade mac n cheese recipe!!
I love kraft deluxe mac n cheese but have been steering away from it due to calories, I just dont want to indulge in something so high in fat and calories anymore. Was wondering if anyone had a good tasting recipe for homemade mac n cheese?? Thanks!!! Liz
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Protein Pancakes
Also, I made some protein pancakes the other day. 1/2 cup oats 4 egg whites 125g cottage cheese 1 banana Makes 4 mid sized pancakes 1. Add all ingredients into blender and blend. 2. Pour batter into saucepan that is heated to low 3. Flip when bubbles come up Nutrition Cals 490 Protein 36g Carbs 64g Fat 8g Very tasty as is.…
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Easy recipe for Israeli Chopped salad
Israeli Chopped Salad Recipe Makes 6 servings A great fresh mix of herbs and vegatables in a very lite salad. Ingredients 1 bunch Fresh dill, chopped finely 1 bunch Fresh parsley, chopped finely 4 whole tomatoes, choped finely and seeds removed 1 red onion, chopped finely (may substitute 4 scallions) 2 whole cuccumbers,…
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Turkey Burgers with Zucchini
Turkey Burgers with Zucchini http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/05/turkey-burgers-with-zucchini.html (for photos) Turkey Burgers with Zucchini Servings: 5 • Serving Size: Calories: 156 • Fat: 6.8 g • Protein: 18.6 g • Carb: 5.5 g • Fiber: 1.3 g 1.25 lbs 93% lean ground turkey 1 small zucchini, grated 1/4 cup seasoned whole…
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does anyone have any low fat recipies? pork and chicken?
I'm really looking for some good recipies for pork and chicken. and anything else that someone might like to share. Thanks!
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Joannie's Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies
For when you just HAVE to have a cookie, here is a healthier alternative. Filling & yummy! 5 tbs Margarine 1 3.9oz container of Unsweetened Applesauce 2/3 cup Packed Brown Sugar 1 tsp Vanilla 4 tbs Egg Whites 1.5 tsp Baking Soda 1 pinch Salt 1 2/3 cup Whole Wheat Flour 1 cup Rolled Oats 2 cups Craisins (or chopped…
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Low Cal Potato Soup Receipe Please!
I'm looking for a low calorie potato soup receipe if anyone has one. I have some potatoes I need to use up at home.
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Lunch!!!!
I'm a teacher in an elementary school so I always take my lunch because we cannot (of course) leave school to go out. :o ) I'm getting tired of taking the same things over and over. Does anyone have any fresh, easy things I could make in advance to take for lunch? Something that could be made the night before that I could…