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Stuffed bell peppers
So the hardest part about my new healthy lifestyle is cooking for both my fiance' and myself. He is atleast 6 foot only about 160 lbs... needless to say weightloss is NOT an issue for him. But without his support it would be almost impossible for me. Thankfully he jumped on board and was ready and willing to try all of my…
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Turkey Taco Pie
ingredients 1-1/4 pound 99% fat free ground turkey breast 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning mix 2 Tbsp. cold water 8 oz light sour cream 2 Tbsp. hot salsa 2 ounces chopped black olives 1 cup coarsely crushed white corn tortilla chips 1/2 cup reduced fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese Directions" Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine…
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Two Chicken recipes
Just got these two recipes out of Relish Magazine. I made the Honey Mustard Chicken yesterday and it was pretty good! Making the other tonight. Honey Mustard Chicken W/Roasted Red Potatoes 4 Boneless chicken breasts ½ tsp Salt and pepper 4 tblsp Dijon mustard 2 tblsp Honey 1 minced shallot 1 tblsp minced fresh tyme or ½…
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shrimp scampi
i need a good side to go with the shrimp scampi i am making on sunday. any suggestions? dawn
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Taste of Home Root Vegetable Beef Stew
I made this last night. It was delicious. I am actually having it again for lunch today. I had never had rutabaga or parsnips before, so I was very proud of myself for trying a new recipe with new ingredients. I am not very brave when it comes to trying new things. It was actually very good. 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 medium…
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I need some help
I need some yummy healthy recipes that I can get my kids to eat, I usually make two meals, one for me and one for them. I'm really getting tired of this and I really want my family to eat healthier too. I know my weight problems started when I was little and I don't want my kids to have the same problem they're still young…
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Speedy Chicken stew with Avocado & Lime
Rate the RecipeRead Reviews (10)Time: 45 minutes. This dish, using canned hominy, takes a fraction of the time needed for regular posole. Serve with warm corn tortillas. Yield: Serves 4 or 5 Ingredients 3 large poblano chiles (1 lb. total) 6 garlic cloves 1 large onion 2 cans (14 1/2 oz. each) white hominy 1 1/2 pounds…
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"Bump"???
Could someone tell me what "bump" means?
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Salad dressing
Ok I have a very odd question for you all. I love thick dressings such as caesar, ranch and bleu cheese. The lite versions of these are nice, but I was wondering if anyone had a recipe for something I could make at home that has a.) substance like the above and b.) won't take up a days worth of fat grams. I've found…
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Southwest Pasta Bake - Serves 8
Made this last night and was very tasty! Substituted ground turkey for the beef. :smile: INGREDIENTS * 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta * 1 (8 ounce) package fat-free cream cheese, cubed * 1/2 cup fat-free milk * 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry * 1 teaspoon dried oregano * 1 pound lean…
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Chicken edamame Chowder
Ingredients 1 pound Skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 1 12-ounce Package frozen sweet soybeans (edamame) 1 Large green sweet pepper, coarsely chopped 1 Large onion, chopped 2 Fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped* 2 teaspoons Ground cumin 2 teaspoons…
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Taste of Home Orange-Cinnamon French Toast
I just made this and it was very good. I only made 3 servings, but can be doubled. 1 tbsp butter, melted 1 tbsp honey 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 egg 1 egg white 1/4 cup orange juice 3 slices of bread 1. In a bowl, combine butter, honey, and cinnamon. Spray a baking pan with cooking spray. Pour mixture into bottom and…
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low fat cake
Just thought of a few sweets that aren't too bad for those of us who can't live without them 1. You can make a cake w/ just a can of diet soda and a box of fat free dry pudding mix. that is all you put in the cake mix, bake it and I believe it's only like 100 cals. per slice. If you're making a dark cake use dark diet soda…
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Potluck with a twist
My MIL is getting married on V-day and it's all very informal. Only about 20 guests at a small Church and they are having a dinner @ the Church of all VERY bad things (for a dieter) and the theme is red & pink... I want to bring something that will fit into the theme and into my DIET... any suggestions!?!?!?!
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Superbowl Help!!!
Anyone know of any good recipies for Superbowl? I am thinking about guac, but I need some type of chips. Also, I am wanting to make a pizza type thing. Just looking for anything good, that will cut down on the calories normally consumed during Superbowl.
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Spicy Vegetable Soup
This is a tweaked version of the Pampered Chef Spicy Roasted Vegetable Soup: 1 medium red bell pepper 1 medium onion 1 can petite diced tomatoes w/ no salt added 1 cup packed fresh cilantro 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce 1 large red potato, diced (about 1 cup) 2 medium zucchini or yellow squash, diced (3 cups) 1 carton…
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Quinoa Recipes Please!!!!
Do any of you have any quinoa recipes?? I'm new to quinoa and would love some tasty recipes - I made it for the first time tonight and can't wait to try more recipes. I would prefer vegetarian recipes but can easily omit meat if it's included. Thanks so much! :flowerforyou:
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Quick Lemon Hummus (w/o tahini paste)
Credit for this recipe goes to Kami on her blog dated Feb 4, 2010: http://www.nobiggie.net "This recipe is from Art Smith's cookbook Kitchen Life, which is an awesome cookbook. It's full of so many helpful tips from grocery shopping to staples you should always have on hand in your pantry. If you need some motivation in…
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Gaucho Casserole
Gaucho Casserole 1 lb lean ground beef 1 med onion, chopped 1 small green pepper, chopped 1 16 oz can Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained 1 14.5 oz diced tomatoes 1 8 oz can tomato sauce 1/4 c water 1 envelope reduced sodium taco seasoning 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp cayenne pepper (I am adding this, it's not in the original…
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receipe's yeah 3 fat chicks
so i am playing with this MFP web site and going thru as much as i can and there s no way to save and record receipes. so at the bottom of the main page is on the righ in small letters is "brands' so i clicked. it lists all the brands they have listed in here. I found a cool web site with receipes that appear to be good (i…
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Hot Chocolate
I can't live without chocolate, especially around that time of month, so I've been searching for a tasty, 'filling' alternative that won't have me back in the kitchen foraging for more. The Answer: Hot Cocoa Recipe: In a VERY large mug 2/3 full with hot tap water top up with 1/3 to 1/2 cup 1% milk Microwave 2.5 minutes…
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bean salad?
Does anybody have a bean salad recipe? Jason's Deli has one that I LOVE on the salad bar, although I'm sure it's not too healthy. Any suggestions??
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Great recipes that are healthified!!!
http://www.eatbetteramerica.com/healthified/ Tons of them with nutrition info too!
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need ideas
ok i first I don't eat meat. I am having a girlfriend over tomorrow night for a food and movies night. i am trying to figure out what to make. she watches what she eats and works out. However she is a meat eater and already said to me no tofu please! she will be coming over around 6pm. I get home around 4:30pm and would…
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Healthy Superbowl Appetizer recipes
Lets hear them. No suggestions for vegetables and fat free dip please..... I am looking for things that taste good but are still somewhat healthy alternatives to buffalo wings and Chips and cheese queso.
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Homemade Hummus
I picked up some Gorgonzola beans at Kroger for super cheap and would like to make some hummus. I was just thinking prepare the beans as directed, toss some in the food processor with loads of garlic, little olive oil... and what else do I need to do? Thanks!
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POTATO PIG'S FOOT STEW
* Exported from MasterCook * 778637 POTATO PIG'S FOOT STEW Recipe By : Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Stews Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method4 5 lb. pig's feet or hocks 8 qt Water 8 Potatoes 10 Carrots 1 cn Lima beans 1 c Milk 2 tb Flour 2 ts Curry In covered pot, boil pig's feet in…
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WHATS FOR DINNER :)
Having a hard time deciding what I want to eat/cook for dinner, so I thought I should reach out to MFP for answers :) SOOOO what's for dinner?
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looking for recipes for dry beans
I like cooking as fresh as possible I don't like buying canned beans at all, plus dry beans are cheaper and aren't hard to cook but my kids are getting bored of the same old chili, split pea soup, 15 bean soup, and re-fried beans (cooked without oil) Please send me links to recipes that utilize dry beans and fresh (not…
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Low Calorie Chili please??
I am craving chili right now and I have been for two days. I want to make it but I know how high in calorie my chili is. Does anyone have a good recipe of something new I can make. I love soups, stews, and chilis so any low calorie homemade ideas would be great! thanks!!