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how do i calculate
a home made recipe? i bought all the ingredients for taco soup. all the cans of this and that are staring at me - mocking me - because i am terrible at math and dont know how to calculate the calories per serving :sad: i wrote this down the other day: 'add everything, divide by calories' but i dont know what that means…
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Frozen Pistachio Dessert with Raspberry Sauce
Frozen Pistachio Dessert with Raspberry Sauce Raspberry sauce brings bright flavor and a touch of holiday color to this cool and creamy treat, while pistachios add a lick of saltiness. It'll melt any resistance to dessert! Suzette Jury - Keene, California SERVINGS: 12 CATEGORY: Lower Fat METHOD: Baked TIME: Prep: 35 min. +…
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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 9-in. pie plate with cooking…
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Pasta Frigorifero
Move over pasta primavera, hello pasta frigorifero! This pasta is colorful and tasty! Pasta Frigorifero Vegetarian (dairy) Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 cups bow tie pasta (measured dry) 1 cup spinach 1 small sweet potato, cut into wedges then chopped into small 1” pieces ½ cup frozen cut green beans 1 red bell pepper, chopped…
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potent foods
cooking with a lot of balsamic vinegar or lemon juice or lime juice seems to help flavor-wise. and when i have my cucumbers, i miss my ranch dressing so much! but squirting fresh lemon juice on them is so distracting and powerful that i don't even crave the ranch
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Blueberry Grunt (kind of like a cobbler dumpling thing...)
I had never heard of a grunt before...I adapted a recipe I found. Its essentially biscuits/dumplings baked swimming in a blueberry filling. Makes a single serving, but could easily be doubled or tripled. If you omit the tablespoon of sugar, this is 260 calories. It takes about 15 minutes of prep and 20 of baking. A good…
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Askin All cookers - Preparing Meals for ONE person !!
Im a 28 year old male who currently lives alone.. I consider myself pretty good in the kitchen when I have to be. My problem is i work 7 - 5 and by the time I get home its 6. So its really easy to live out of the freezer which i know is not the best solution... Please Help!! I find it hard in preparing meals just for me…
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Chick tata casserole
Chick Tata casserole About 2 lbs. of skinless chicken breast boiled (save one cup broth) Two large potatoes washed and cut about 1/4 inch squares leave peeling on Two celery stalks diced One small onion diced 3 tsp butter buds One tsp garlic powder or one clove Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 tsp season salt One-cup fat free…
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Bake-Sale Lemon Bars - For TROUBLE2 & Soup
These are my mom's favorite. She likes really lemony lemon bars. I recomend using freshly squeezed lemon juice. Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar 3/4 cup butter, softened 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1-1/2 cups sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/4 cup lemon juice Additional…
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Grilled Vegetable Potato Skins
I actually am posting this because the grilled veggies look sooo yummy! Ingredients: 2 large baking potatoes 1 cup sliced yellow summer squash 1 cup sliced zucchini 1/2 large sweet red pepper, julienned 1/2 large green pepper, julienned 1 small red onion, cut into 1/4-inch wedges 1/4 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing…
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Potluck Ideas
Hey everyone! I have a potluck at work on Friday. The problem is, everyone has already claimed all the staple items, dips, salads, deserts, sandwiches, ect. I can't really bring anything hot because it will have have to stay in the fridge for about 4 hours. So, I'm wondering if you guys have any ideas, doesn't necessarily…
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Lemon Velvet Dessert
Calorie wise this is right up there with ice cream, but it would be a nice change of pace! Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup lemon curd 1 envelope unflavored gelatin 1/2 cup water 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel Directions: In a small bowl, beat cream cheese…
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Crock Pot Chicken Tacos
I literally threw this together while the coffee was brewing. Your house will smell like the best Mexican restaurant in town. one onion, chopped one red pepper, chopped (holds its flavor better than a green one) four chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 2 cups salsa chili powder (I like chipotle) to taste (about a tsp. .…
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cant find it...
I am trying to find the recipe that was on here for roasted broccolli that you cook in the oven? i think with olive oil.... i dont remember if it was an actual recipe or if someone just posted on another thread how to make it? Does someone know how to make it?
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Greek Tacos
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups fresh baby spinach 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained 1 package (4-1/2 ounces) taco shells 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup chopped red onion…
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banana breakfast shake
Serves 2 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk 1 peeled and sliced medium banana, frozen* 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. almond extract, optional Cinnamon for garnish, optional *Wrap sliced banana in plastic wrap or place in freezer storage bag. Freeze several hours or overnight. In a blender container, combine all ingredients,…
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Rainbow Gelatin Cubes
Ingredients: 4 packages (3 ounces each) assorted flavored gelatin 6 envelopes unflavored gelatin, divided 5-3/4 cups boiling water, divided 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1/4 cup cold water Directions: In a bowl, combine one package flavored gelatin and one envelope unflavored gelatin. Stir in 1 cup boiling…
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Lower Carb Recipes
I am wanting to put up some lower carb recipes for those who are keeping an eye on that area. However, since I don't practice that I need a little guidance... What is "low" carb... number wise? What types of recipes are most sought (I tend to specialize in desserts...and focus there)? Would it be easier if I identify them…
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Garlic-Ginger Turkey Tenderloins
Can't wait to try this.. I am not a huge turkey fan but this looks yum! Ingredients: 1 package (20 ounces) turkey breast tenderloins 3 tablespoons brown sugar, divided 8 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided 2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot 6 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1…
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Cajun Stir-Fry
I make this one a lot, but I usually omit the chicken. It's relatively low in fat. Ingredients: 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes 1/2 pound reduced-fat smoked turkey kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 medium onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 each medium…
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LC/LF Apricot Glazed Chicken
Ingredients: 1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/4 cup reduced-sugar apricot preserves 1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each) 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 teaspoons canola oil 1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion Directions: In a small bowl, combine…
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White Gelatin
Okay, I don't LOVE jello.... BUT I have been known to make it on occasion for my family. Some reviewers said that they do not like the cream cheese taste so they substituded 75% ricotta and 25% cream cheese. It gave it an even lighter taste. Also, it's very versitile... top with fruit, colored sugars, serve in individual…
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"Healthified" Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes
57% less fat • 61% less sat fat • 37% fewer calories than the original recipe—see the comparison. Tempt your tastebuds with a chocolaty cheesecake that's easier on the waistline, once in a while.From eatbetteramerica. Prep Time:20 min Start to Finish:2 hr 25 min makes:12 servings Cheesecakes 12 foil baking cups 12 thin…
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bored with breakfast. ideas?
im getting tired of the same ol', same ol'. my breakfasts rotate b/w the following: egg white/cheese english muffin w/ veggie sausage and fruit waffles with egg whites and fruit bagel with cream cheese, egg whites, and fruit i usually stick with the egg whites because they keep me full. i'm teaching, so after 630, i don't…
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Chewy Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients: * 1 cup butter, softened * 1 cup packed brown sugar * 1/2 cup sugar * 2 eggs * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour * 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon * 1 teaspoon baking soda * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 3 cups old-fashioned oats * 1/2 cup chopped dried apples Directions: In a large mixing bowl,…
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Frozen Fruit Cups
Ingredients: * 5 packages (3 ounces each) lemon gelatin * 10 cups boiling water * 5 cans (20 ounces each) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, undrained * 5 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained * 5 cans (6 ounces each) frozen orange juice concentrate, partially thawed * 5 large firm bananas, sliced Directions: In a…
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Cheesecake Phyllo Cups
Ingredients: * 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese * 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream * Sugar substitute equivalent to 2 tablespoons sugar * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 2 packages (2.1 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo shells, thawed * 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges slices, drained * 1 kiwifruit, peeled, sliced and cut…
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Caramel Chocolate Cheesecake Bites
A bit lower in carbs then my traditional posts. Ingredients: * 3/4 cup toasted wheat germ * 2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese * 3/4 cup sugar * 1/3 cup baking cocoa * 4 egg whites * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 36 pecan halves * 3 tablespoons fat-free caramel ice cream topping Directions: Coat 36…
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Green Eggs and Ham (Cooking Light)
Green Eggs and Ham Tinted green with a zesty dose of basil, this dish makes an intriguing breakfast or brunch item. Add a salad for a light dinner. If you can't find pancetta (unsmoked Italian bacon), substitute prosciutto or bacon. 1 (8-ounce) loaf French bread, cut diagonally into 6 slices 1 cup egg substitute 1/4 cup…
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Almond-Crusted Chicken Fingers
Makes Makes 4 servings ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 40 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy Canola oil cooking spray 1/2 cup sliced almonds 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons…