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Veg yum
I love this (I could eat it all day) Take a couple big cans of stewed tomatoes 1 big onion maybe some peppers Head of cabbage Garlic Seasonings Cut the cabbage into medium bite size pieces and throw the entire list of ingredients (along with the cabbage) into a large stewing pot. Simmer on medium until cabbage is semi…
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Slow cooked beef stroganoff
Another easy recipe I make quite a bit: Ingredients: Any kind of beef (I like steak cubed up the best but you can really use anything as long as its in cubes (roast, stew cubes, etc.) 1-2 cans of low fat cream soup (Campbell's mushroom seems to work the best for this) Onion (optional) Egg Noodles (I never really measure…
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Creamy crockpot chicken w/ cornbread crust
I put this recipe on a previous thread awhile back, and it got a lot of great responses so I figured it deserved it's own post :) Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts (we use Lilydale 100g chicken breasts) 2 cans Campbell's low fat cream soup (we use chicken, but you can use anything) 1/4 cup cornmeal 1 TSP flour Throw the…
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How to cook tofu
So I wanted to add tofu to my weekly diet. Is there certain kind I should get? What is the best way to cook it. Any ideas or recipes??
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Healthier biscuits & sausage gravy?
I just made some sausage gravy over biscuits (Pillsbury grands flaky layers), and imagine my suprise when my little 1.5 biscuit+.5 cup sausage gravy came out to almost 400 cals! :frown: So I wanted to ask if anyone knows of any HEALTHIER brands of biscuits out there, or if anyone has a healthified recipe for sausage gravy…
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Spinach baked Salmont - but how many calories?
Ingredients: Salmon spinach olive oil garlic lemon salt pepper dill vinegar Take a separate bowl: Garlic press a good amount of garlic 1/4 cup of olive oil (do not need a lot bc it will be to oily since its being baked 1 whole lemon and garlic press some peel too 1/2 table spoon of salt 1/2 table spoon of pepper 2 table…
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No Sugar Cranberry Sauce
I know this has Splenda, but I figure it's okay just this once for this time of the year. I love Cranberrie sauce and was astounded at the calories in the prepared stuff. This tastes wonderful at only 40 calories a serving (1/2 cup): INGREDIENTS * 6 cups fresh cranberries, picked over & rinsed * 3 cups Splenda sugar…
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Cooking rules
Since I try to make cooking at home a habbit - to know and choose better what goes in my body, I thought it would be helpful to gather asome more information on how to cook healthy and safely :smile: . So here's a few questions to those of you who have longer experience with cooking: * I read on the internet that cooked…
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Thanksgiving Recipes (Healthier)
I get an email every week from Eating Well and there are some great recipes, including the nutritional value. Check out the thanksgiving list !! (copy and paste the below link in your browser) http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/collections/thanksgiving_collection_1?utm_source=EWTWNL
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Lemony Chickpea Stir-fry Recipe
This is yummy. It is from my new favorite site www.101cookbooks.com delicious. "The focus is primarily on natural, whole foods and ingredients - vegetarian recipes that are good for you and for the planet" Lemony Chickpea Stir-fry Recipe I used Soy Deli Savory Organic Tofu here, but plain is fine too. 2 tablespoon ghee or…
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low fat dumplings
does any one now how to make low fat dumplings or a healthy version of them
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Recipe Blog
Hi, I just joined and decided to start a recipe blog so that all my recipes are in one place. I just added two, actually one that is my favorite, and I will be adding more. Feel free to use and enjoy.:smile:
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Easy lunch?
Alright, so, I was wondering if anyone knows of any good recipes for lunch or anything healthy/filling that they eat during lunch that does not require a lot of time? My Mondays and Wednesdays leave me little time for lunch because I have an hour and a half between work and class (from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm)!
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easy ham dish/soup
My mother in law taught me this one camping. It is an easy and quick meal in one pot. 1 ham steak* 1 can cut green beans (don't use french cut )* 1 can sliced new potatos* 1 quart chicken broth* drain the beans and the potatos, cut up the ham steak and throw it all in a pot with the chicken broth to heat everything up. If…
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Greek Pizza
I tried this with my hubby this evening & it was fabulous!!!! Greek pizza Mama mary's pizza crust 7 inch 2 oz reduced fat feta cheese 4 oz chicken, cooked, cubed chopped veges - tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, & calamata olives greek vinigrette 2 T light dill dip Put feta cheese & chicken on pizza crust & put in oven for…
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crock pot stews
My Mom is getting me a Crock Pot for Christmas. Does anyone have any favorite healthy recipes?
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Zucchini Bread
Tried this last night and it is soooo good. Even my dad, who claimed he ate enough zucchini in his hippie days, tried it and loved it! It's from bettycrocker.com, which I love because they include the nutritional info for all their recipes. Enjoy! :flowerforyou:…
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Curried Pumpkin Soup... from Taste of Home
OK, I tried out Curried Pumpkin Soup - awesome!!! Here's the link and I'll post it also. http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/Curried-Pumpkin-Soup 4 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 25 min.Ingredients 1 small onion, chopped 1 teaspoon canola oil (I used olive oil) 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth (I used the lower sodium) 1-1/2…
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Kristin's Turkey Chilli
Ok, this is the most awesome turkey chilli ever, with a little experimentation I have perfected it and boy is it fantastic low cal, low carb and low fat can you beat it lol? 1 pkg 99% fat free ground turkey breast 1 onion 1 bell pepper 2 celery hearts or stalks 1 tbs crushed fresh garlic 2 tsps cumin 2 tsps ground red…
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Instead of mayo or mustard?
Anyone have a yummy way to make chicken salad, tuna, or egg salad without using mayo or mustard? Yes, I'm a picky eater! :laugh:
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Step-by-Step Veg Soup Recipes
Hey all, I am going to start making my own soup each weekend and bring into work for my lunch, I think that is a healthy step in the right direction for me :wink: But I need your step by step recipes cos I've never made soup before as I am useless in the kitchen :laugh: BTW I live in Ireland so branded food/produce etc I…
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Need Beef & Pork recipes
My husband agreed that in the beginning of the year he will do this with me :) YAY! Mostly because I need a buddy, it's hard to cook 2 different dinners every night. The problem is he is SUPER picky. He will only eat beef and pork as far as meat goes. So I need help with main dishes that aren't too high in…
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Peppered Egg Quesadilla
From "Company's Coming - Healthy in a Hurry" 2 whole wheat tortillas 1/4 cup grated jalapeno Monterey Jack cheese, divided 1/2 tsp Canola oil (or cooking spray) 1/2 cup sliced fresh white mushrooms 1/4 cup chopped red pepper (or green) 2 large eggs, beaten with a fork (or equivalent egg beaters) 2 Tbsp chopped green onion…
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Chicken Foil Dinner
This is something I make often for my family. It is delicious, healthy, and simple! There is no real recipe because you can really do whatever you want with it. I take a chicken breast and put it on a big piece of foil with all kinds of vegetables. I usually do zucchini, baby carrots, summer squash with onions and garlic…
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Tortellini Chowder (no meat)
I made this dish last night and it was so yummy, I had to share. And it is meat free. Enjoy! :drinker: Tortellini Chowder (AllRecipes.com) Ingredients * 2/3 cup chopped onion * 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper * 1/3 cup chopped green chile pepper * 2 tablespoons minced garlic * 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced * 1…
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NEW RECIPES FOR PICKY EATER?
I AM A VERY PICKY EATER. THE MAIN THING I EAT ALL THE TIME IS CHICKEN. IM STARTING TO GET A LITTLE BURNT OUT ON IT. I'M WONDERING IF ANYONE HAS ANY RECIPES THAT WOULD WORK FOR PICKY EATERS. I WANT TO START COOKING HEALTHY FOR MY FAMILY ALSO. IM THE ONLY ONE TRYING TO LOSE WEIGHT RIGHT NOW BUT I WANT A MORE HEALTHY…
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Crock Pot Pasta with Eggplant Sauce
Pasta with Eggplant Sauce Makes: 6 servings Ingredients 1 medium eggplant 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 14-1/2-ounce cans diced tomatoes 1 6-ounce can Italian-style tomato paste 1 4-ounce can sliced mushrooms, drained 1/4 cup dry red wine 1/4 cup water 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/3 cup pitted…
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Sweet Potato Fries
So I made these last night for my son and I in an attempt to get him to eat more vegetables. Well, I must say that they were awesome. I really don't have the nutritonal value because I just eyeballed the ingredients but this is what it consisted of.... and I must say, you should really try this sometime because it was…
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Crab, Corn and Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing (Cooki
Crab, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing The tart dressing contrasts with the sweet corn, tomatoes, and crab. Serve with a lemon wedge, if desired. Pair it with cucumber soup or a grilled sandwich. 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided 1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil 1…
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Warm Pasta Salad with Scallops
Mmmmmmm! :love: Paste this link into your address bar: http://www.ladieshomejournal-digital.com/ladieshomejournal/200907/?pg=140http://www.ladieshomejournal-digital.com/ladieshomejournal/200907/?pg=140http://www.ladieshomejournal-digital.com/ladieshomejournal/200907/?pg=140 Here's the recipe typed out: 4 fresh or frozen…