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fat free cheesecakey goodness!
So, I've been trying to figure out how to make a "cheesecake" type of dessert using ingredients that my husband will eat (he hates cool whip) and will not be too terribly high in calories. This is what I came up with: 1 16 oz container of Oikos Nonfat Greek Vanilla yogurt 1 8 oz fat free cream cheese (softened) 5 packets…
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Deluxe stir-fry
You know how you can buy those bags of deluxe stir-fry vegies with water chestnuts, broccoli, baby corn cobs, etc.? How do you cook that? I've wasted two bags trying different things. It just ends up tasting like nothing or too salty, whatever. Suggestions, please!
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Beacon Hill Cookies yum!!
Here is a recipe for chocoholics like me for some yummy cookies with only 81 calories in! Makes 15 Ingredients 100g 70 per cent dark chocolate 2 egg whites ½ tsp cream of tartar 50g fruit sugar 50g cocoa powder 50g chopped hazelnuts ½ tsp vanilla extract 1. Heat the oven to 180°C. Melt the chocolate over a bain marie or in…
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The World According to Eggface
I'm sure someone has talked about this website before. I get a ton of recipes from her! Its amazing the things she comes up with. Don't be put off by the fact that she has had surgery and talks about that and high protein. I havent had the procedure she's had, but we all eat the same food. The recipes will work within MFP…
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White Bean Crostini appetizer w/ PHOTO only 1 WW Point!
Along with the bruschetta I made for friends this weekend (yes, that is posted with a photo as well) I made these which were delicious! I wasn’t sure how they would be received since I thought they were a little different (I've never used white beans before let alone blended them into a gooie paste, ha ha!) but they were…
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New Blog!! New Facebook Page Needs Your Support!!!
Hi Group! I'm interested in making a blog to keep everyone motivated along with the face-book page " Healthy Student Inc" ; I want to know what you'd like to talk about/ read about? What kind of motivational tools could be provided to ensure that everyone keeps on track? Please let me know or email…
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Stir fry sauces help required please
Hiya all One of my staples is simple vege/beef strip stir fries, in fact I often crave it when training hard, the way some people crave chocolate. But I'm looking for flavouring ideas that are low cal (in the old days it was honey soy sauce, lol. Holy hell that stuff has some calories in it!!!!) So I'm really open to…
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Where is the homemade onion ring recipe?
I saw a homemade recipe for onion rings which used FIBRE ONE cereal as the 'breading'...where has it gone? I explained it to my friend and she is expecting it for dinner tomorrow night, so your help is appreciated!!! :happy:
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Caramelized onions...
OMG! I just did a search on MFP for caramelized onions!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Is there REALLY that many calories in just cooked onions?!!!!! OMG!:sad: :grumble:
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Strawberry Tifle
Hello, I made a yummy strawberry Trifle and thought I would share. It was so light and hit the spot. I made the diet coke cake. Yellow cake mix with diet sprite baked it and let it cool. Sugar free/fat free instant vanilla pudding with fat free milk. Fat free cool whip and fresh strawberries cut up and sprinkled splenda on…
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Need Healthy Banana Recipe!
I have a BUNCH of bananas that are going bad. I would like to use these up. Can anyone share some recipes with me?????????
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south west enchilada
1 cup frozen corn 1 can black beans ( low sodium ) 2 cups green enchilada sauce 1 7 oz bag of fat free cheddar cheese 1 cup skim mozzarella 2 large chicken breast 12 whole wheat fajita tortillas 2 tsp cumin 1 tsp rosemary 1 Tbs chicken season Ms. Dash 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder Boil chicken with spices until…
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Healthy Alternative to Meatlover's Pizza
I was a HUGE fan of Pizza Hut's Meat Lover's Pizza, but since I joined MFP in January I haven't had any. Well, tonight I had the dreaded craving, but I decided to make my own Meat Lover's pizza using healthier versions of the same toppings. The ingredients I used are listed below with baking instructions. Hope you like it…
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Baked potatoes
I've got a weakness for baked potatoes. They're comfort food, and the fact that they're incredibly cheap and easy helps too. I've discovered you can stay pretty low-cal and healthy with them if you're careful about it. They've been an easy stand-by dinner for me, since I'm a busy working full time college student. I used…
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Help cooking up the CSA haul
Hi All, Hubby and I and the crew of 4 have a share in a local CSA. (Community Supported Agriculture - this is when you give the farmer money up front and then you come each week and get what is ready to harvest.) This week's haul is: Lots of Lettuce (various sorts) Vitiman Greens (looks like spinach and bok choy's love…
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Low Calorie Appetizers?
need some great ideas for yummy low cal appetizers ! We are going to a co-workers house warming party, and would like to bring something I can eat and not pack on the calories! Thanks for your ideas! I'm not the most experienced cook! -Christina
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Seasoned Crackers
1 PKG Oyster Crackers 1 PKG Original Ranch Dressing 2 t Dill Weed 1/2 t garlic Powder 1 Cup Oil Heat in a pan the oil and seasonings but do not boil.Pour your Oyster crackers in a big bowl,then your mixture from the pan over the oyster crackers.Stir often,until they are all covered. My Neighbor gave me this recipe and they…
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Help for a picky eater?
First, let me say that I'm new to this website but especially new to the boards and I am just beside myself with how helpful everyone is! I've noticed this just reading through posts and am excited to be a part of the forum. Ok here's my problem: I'm a boring, picky eater. I am a decent cook, but generally cook for one and…
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Outside-In Cheeseburger Patty
I tried this today for the first time and it was delicious ! http://www.hungry-girl.com/week/weeklydetails.php?isid=1747
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Canada Day PHOTO South-Western Black Bean Salad
It's Canada Day, so Happy Birthday Canada! Most of you I'm sure are headed out to a BBQ or picnic today, I myself was just excited to do 50-Min of Turbo Jam on a weekday, woo! Maybe I'll go swim at the in-laws later today but it’s chilly unfortunately, only 20 so I probably wont brave the “cold” :( Anyway, why not try this…
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looking for breakfast ideas
Hey all, Does anyone have any yummy healthy breakfast ideas!? I've never been a breakfast eater, so I have been pushing myself to try to eat in the morning but I'm getting sooo tired of eating the same things! Lately, I've mostly been eating All Bran buds with strawberries, or cottage cheese and toast, or oatmeal. What do…
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Slow Cooker Lentil & Quinoa Stew
I can't remember where I got this recipe from - I've been making it for years!! I hope that you enjoy it as much as I do!! It freezes well ... Slow Cooker Lentil & Quinoa Stew 6-8 servings (I usually end up with 7 servings that are approx. 365 g) Ingredients 2 cups brown lentils 1/2 cup quinoa 7-1/2 cups water 1-2 medium…
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Recipes
Hi all, I posted this on the food and nutrition board as well, then saw there was a board specifically for recipes! I am back on my weight loss journey. The thing that got me in trouble last time was after 4 months - I got tired of eating the same old thing everyday. I can cook - I just stink when it comes to adding lots…
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Nonfat blueberry muffins
Tweaked a recipe for blueberry muffins and it is husband approved. 2 cup whole wheat flour 1/3 cup evaporated cane juice 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup of Greek yogurt 1/4 cup of Silk Low Fat milk (milk can be used) 2 tablespoons of unsweetened applesauce 1 egg white (3 tablespoons) 1 cup of…
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Blog - A Year of Slow Cooking
Okay, I'm probably totally behind on the program (the blog was mainly written in 2008) but I just ran across it and I've been exploring it for the past 2 hours. I'm inspired and plan on using my slow cooker a lot more. This woman used her crock pot every single day for a year, inventing and replicating recipes for the…
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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Pie
LC No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Pie Ingredients: 2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs, divided 1 package (.3 ounce) sugar-free lemon gelatin 2/3 cup boiling water 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed 1 cup (8 ounces) 1% cottage cheese 2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping Directions: Coat the bottom and sides of a…
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Baked Banana-Pecan Pancakes
Serves 6 Cooking Time 25 minutes Toppings: 2 ripe bananas, sliced 1 cup(s) whole pecans 1 cup(s) warm maple syrup, to taste Pancake 1 cup(s) flour 1 tablespoon(s) (packed) light brown sugar 1 teaspoon(s) baking powder 1/2 teaspoon(s) baking soda 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt 1 large egg 6 ounce(s) vanilla or banana yogurt 2…
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Cherry Yogurt Fluff w/ PHOTO – Only 1 WW Point!
I’m getting inspired by pink and red desserts at the moment since tomorrow is CANADA DAY – YAY!!!! This is delicious and I may make it in individual plastic champagne glasses for a bake sale at work next-week for Sick Kids but I have been cautioned that only “normal” sells, not “low-fat” boooo-urns to them! ¾ cup boiling…
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Almond-Honey Power Bar
Almond-Honey Power Bar From EatingWell: January/February 2010 http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/almond_power_bar.html Great for breakfast on the go! Golden roasted nuts, seeds and oats are enveloped by flavorful almond butter in these delectably chewy, no-fuss energy bars. Unrefined turbinado sugar adds a deep caramelly…
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garlic ginger soy snap peas
Recipe: Ginger Soy Snap Peas Summary: Cold Pea Salad – great for parties Ingredients * 1lb sugar snap peas, trimmed & chopped into 1/2″ chunks * Grated, chopped ginger to taste (about 1tbs) * note: use ginger preserves & omit sugar if out of fresh ginger * 1 small clove garlic (or half a large clove) * 1/2c soy sauce (or…