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Crab Quesadillas
These quesadillas have an irresistibly creamy filling. They also make great appetizers. Make it a meal: Serve with your favorite salsa on top and a cup of black bean soup topped with chopped avocado. Makes 4 servings ACTIVE TIME: 30 minutes TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar…
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Buffalo Chicken Salad
2 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper hot sauce (or other hot sauce), plus more to taste 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 hearts Romaine, cut into 1-inch strips (about 8 cups) 4 celery stalks, thinly sliced 2 carrots, coarsely grated 2 scallions, green part only, sliced 1/2 cup Blue…
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Beef and Bulgur-Stuffed Zucchini
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small chopped onion (about 1 cup) 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1/2 pound lean ground beef (at least 90 percent lean) 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, strained and juice reserved (about 3/4…
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Vanilla Spice Oatmeal
Cook Time10 min Level Easy Yield 4 servings 3 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional 2 cups old-fashioned oats 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped, optional 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch nutmeg 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, plus more, to taste 1 cup lowfat milk, divided 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon…
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Spiced Chicken and Grape Skewers
4 servings, serving size 2 skewers 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes 8 (10-inch) skewers 1 1/2 cups seedless green grapes…
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Better Burger with Green Olives
4 servings 1 pound lean ground turkey or beef (at least 90 percent lean) 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pitted green olives (2 ounces) 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Cooking spray Directions Combine the turkey or beef, olives, parsley, cumin, and…
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Chopped Nicoise Salad
4 (2-cup) servings Ingredients 4 small red potatoes (about 1/2 pound) 1/3 pound fresh green beans, trimmed 12-ounce can light tuna packed in water, drained 1/2 cup chopped pitted Greek or Spanish olives 1/4 cup diced red onion 2 large tomatoes, seeded and diced (about 2 cups) 5 cups chopped romaine lettuce 2 tablespoons…
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Turkey Meatballs with Quick And Spicy Tomato Sauce and Whole
Turkey Meatballs with Quick And Spicy Tomato Sauce and Whole-Wheat Spaghetti Yield 6 servings Sauce: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 (28-ounce) can crushed fire-roasted tomatoes, liquid included 1 teaspoon finely minced canned chipotle en adobo and sauce,…
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Spaghetti Squash & Pork Stir-Fry
Silky threads of spaghetti squash are perfect in this Asian-inspired pork stir-fry. If you bake the squash ahead of time, the dish comes together in less than 30 minutes for a quick and healthy dinner. Makes 4 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each ACTIVE TIME: 30 minutes TOTAL TIME: 1 1/2 hours EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 1…
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Stir-Fry Cabbage
4 to 6 servings 2 teaspoons canola oil 1 small onion, sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1 head napa cabbage, cleaned and sliced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil Directions In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add the canola oil and heat. Add the…
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Classic Coleslaw with Caraway
6 servings, serving size 2/3 cup 1/2 cup nonfat Greek-style yogurt, or 2/3 cup regular plain nonfat yogurt 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 (16-ounce) bag shredded coleslaw mix 2 teaspoons caraway seeds If using regular yogurt, place it in a strainer…
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Shredded Turkey & Pinto Bean Burritos
This was created with leftover turkey in mind. Leftover or rotisserie chicken can also be used. Make it a Meal: Serve with guacamole and chopped jalapeno peppers and/or hot sauce - and a cold cerveza. Makes 6 servings ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 40 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 medium…
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Mini Chile Relleno Casseroles
Everyone gets an individual portion with this vegetarian, Tex-Mex mini casserole. A normal-size casserole like this would take close to an hour to bake—these are ready in half the time. Heatproof ramekins are a cook’s best friend—we use them all the time to hold ingredients while cooking. You can buy them at most grocery…
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Chicken Chili with Hominy
Traditional Mexican techniques combine with spicy Southwestern chic for a creamy "white" (chicken) chili. The chili is thickened with corn tortillas, which also contribute to its rich corn flavor. Makes 6 servings, 1 1/2 cups each ACTIVE TIME: 35 minutes TOTAL TIME: 55 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 4 corn tortillas 12…
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Spicy Chicken Tacos
Makes 4 servings, 2 tacos each ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 8 corn tortillas 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat and cut into thin strips 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided 1 large onion, sliced 1 large green bell pepper, seeded…
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Chilaquiles Casserole
Our version of this enchilada-style chilaquiles casserole is packed with nutritious beans and vegetables. Canned prepared enchilada sauce has great flavor and keeps the prep time quick. It can vary in heat level so find one that suits your taste. If you want to eliminate the heat altogether, try a green enchilada sauce…
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Pan-Seared Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish (Cooking Li
Pan-Seared Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish Tangy, spicy and fruity, this inviting recipe belies its simple preparation. Seed the jalapeño pepper if you prefer a milder dish, and serve over coconut rice accompanied by a crunchy salad. 2 cups chopped pineapple 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 1/4 cup finely chopped red…
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cereal
i found that nine grain cereal from great harvet is one of the best in nutrition. it is cooked the old fashioned way, but very good with some milk and raisins
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Mexican Polenta Scramble
Makes 4 servings, 1 1/2 cups each ACTIVE TIME: 30 minutes TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 4 poblanos or 2 green bell peppers, diced 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 16-ounce tube prepared plain polenta, cut into 1/2-inch slices…
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Tofu Parmigiana
Instead of having a greasy, battered coating, the tofu “steaks” in our revamped Parmigiana are breaded and lightly pan-fried in just a small amount of oil then topped with part-skim mozzarella, fresh basil and your favorite marinara sauce. This Italian classic will please even those who are tofu-phobic. Makes 4 servings…
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Dinner Guests
Any suggestions for a tasty low cal, low fat, but interesting dinner menu for guests?
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smoothie ideas??
OK to make a long story short, my mom is giving me a blender....never used a blender in my life...so what can I make in it. I know you make smoothies, but how do i make them, i need some recipes here people!! pleaseeeee :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
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Vegetarian Baked Eggrolls
These mock egg rolls really satisfy my craving for the deep-fried real thing. I actually had 3 of these for dinner last night. Mmm! Baked “Egg Rolls” Makes 4 egg rolls Ingredients: 4 sheets spring roll rice paper 1 Carrot, finely chopped ½ cabbage, roughly chopped 2 green onions/scallions, finely chopped ½ cup mushrooms,…
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WHAT DO I DO!
Ok, I will probally go out and eat with the family tonight for supper..Where are some places that have low cal food? Any suggestions are appreciated!
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Watermelon Ecstasy Smoothie
This comes from a cook book I own called "The Ultimate Smoothie". I'd recommend the book because not only does it have instruction on the ingredients (where to find them/how to choose them) but it also has a complete nutritional work up of each recipe. Mine was $12.95 at Border's Books. Most of the smoothies would not be…
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Ginormous Sweet-tart Fruit Salad
PER SERVING (1 1/3 cups): 100 calories, 0.5g fat, 71mg sodium, 23.5g carbs, 2.5g fiber, 17g sugars, 1.5g protein -- POINTS® value 2* Ingredients: 1 2/3 cups peeled and diced cucumber 1 cup chopped red grapefruit segments (if packaged, packed in juice and drained) 3/4 cup diced strawberries 3/4 cup blueberries 3 tbsp.…
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Just got a George Foreman
Hey there, I just got a new George Foreman (I know a bit late) and I was wondering if anyone had any good HEALTHY ideas. I grilled Asparagus on it last night and it was fantastic. I know the basics like chicken, fish, blah blah blah.....but I want something different. Any sugestions? Thanks. :smooched:
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Quaker Chocolate Strawberry delight
Rice cakes have become a favorite snack of mine. This recipe is simply delicious! I eliminate the cocoa and sugar and its just as good!:wink: Ingredients: 1/2 tsp cocoa 1/2 cup fat-free whipped cream 1/2 packet sugar substitute 2 Quaker Chocolate Crunch Rice Cakes 2 strawberries, sliced Directions: Mix cocoa, whipped cream…
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lovin' the laughing cow cheese!
on reduced fat triscuts! cant wait to try it on a sandwich or in a pita. i have the garlic herb kind. good thing i portion these things out because i would eat the whole package if i could! :laugh: :noway:
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help
if i am cooking a weight watchers recipie and it shows points how do i figure out the calories for a receipe>............:ohwell: .....................................