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Vietnamese Summer Rolls (Cooking Light)
This is one of my favorite things to get when out to dinner at my favorite Asian restaurant. I think I may attempt to make them myself! SO light and refreshing! Vietnamese Summer Rolls This refreshing no-cook summer roll recipe offers menu flexibility: Serving two rolls constitutes an entrée, or you can serve one as an…
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Looking for good breakfast ideas.
Hi I am looking for some good breakfast ideas so I don't keep repeating the same old oatmeal / fruit , waffles n fruit , etc. Any favorites out there amongst you. :flowerforyou:
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Vegetable sandwich
Not really a 'recipe', but still pretty yummy! This is my all-time favorite sandwich. You will need: 1 Whole Grain Bagel 2 Tbsp low-fat cream cheese 2 Slices of Tomato 5 slices English Cucumber ½ Cup Green Leaf Lettuce 1/4 cup alfalfa sprouts Toast bagel & let cool (so the cream cheese doesn’t melt onto the bread). Soften…
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does anyone have a sweet potato french fry recipe?
Ok ,I realize to slice the sweet potatoes in to fries. I am wondering if I should toss them in oil before baking. Do you put any spices on them? I need new veggie ideas. We eat just about every vegetable out there. I need new ideas how to prepare them. Thanks - :O)
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need recipe for chicken
i have some chicken thighs that i want to cook, do anyone have any good recipes to share
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tips for making home-made dressing less thick?
I'm making my own ranch dressing using the ranch seasoning mix and some low-fat mayo (comes out to about 20 cals/tbsp). But it's thick like mayo, and I was wondering if there is any way to thin it out a little, so it runs a little smoother when I pour it? thanks!:smile:
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Cheddar-Green Onion Muffins (Cooking Light)
Cheddar-Green Onion Muffins These muffins are delicious warm but can be made up to a month in advance and frozen in heavy-duty zip-top plastic bags. 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (about 7 3/4 ounces) 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black…
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Southwestern Breakfast Casserole (Cooking Light)
Southwestern Breakfast Casserole You can assemble this entire dish up to a week ahead. Bake the corn muffin mix ahead; store in an airtight container in the freezer for a couple of days. Assemble the casserole according to directions; cover and freeze. A day in advance, take it out of the freezer and thaw in the…
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Asian Chicken, Noodle and Vegetable Salad (Cooking Light)
Asian Chicken, Noodle, and Vegetable Salad Mix dark meat with the breast meat, if you like. Look for Thai sweet chili sauce in Asian and gourmet markets or the supermarket's ethnic section. 6 ounces uncooked rice noodles 2 cups cubed skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast 1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrots 1/2 cup…
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Peanutty Baked Chicken Cutlets (Cooking Light)
Peanutty Baked Chicken Cutlets A quick spritz of cooking spray on the cutlets before they hit the hot oven enhances the crispness and color of the crust. Serve with baked sweet potatoes and broccoli spears. 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/3 cup peanuts 1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) 4 (1/2-inch-thick)…
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Venison Chili
This is an awesome lowfat food thats high in protein and complex carbs. 2 pounds venison steak (cut into small bite size cubes) 2 pounds venison burger 2 large Red Onions 3 whole Jalapeono peppers 2 large Red Bell Peppers 2 tbs olive oil 2 cans crushed tomatos ( 28 oz cans) 2 cans diced tomatos (28 oz cans) 1 can Dark Red…
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Looking for Desserts for about 15
Having a small family get together next weekend and I'm looking for a dessert that will please everybody while helping me stick to my new eating styles. I'm not being super strict with anything, just trying t be more aware of what me and my family are eating. Any suggestions for a dessert that will go over well and not be…
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flax seed strawberry rice crispy treats
My daughter spotted some strawberry marshmallows that she just had to have so I was determined to make a healthy treat out of them. 4 cups rice crispies 2 tablespoons butter 2/3 bag strawberry marshmallows 2 tbls ground flax seed 1 cup coconut Combine dry ingredients in large bowl and mix to distribute ingredients. Melt…
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davincci sugar free syrup recipes
I found the big bottles of this syrup at Cash n Carry for $3.76 ea. The pumps were 1.75. About 1/2 of what they cost online. So now I need to know what to mix with them. I bought choc. macadamia, brown sugar and cinnamin, black cherry, toffee, and irish cream. I mixed the choc. mac. flavor and the brown sugar with a…
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yummy crock pot cabbage rolls
makes 12 rolls, serving is based on two rolls 1/2 cup uncooked white rice 12 leaves cabbage 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup minced onion 1 pound extra-lean ground beef 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 1 1/4 teaspoons ground black pepper 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon…
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Salt & Vinegar Roasted Potatoes
We love salt-and-vinegar potato chips; why not use the same flavor combination when roasting potatoes? 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper White vinegar to taste Kosher salt to taste 1. Preheat oven to 450ºF and place a rack in…
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Tofu
Okay, so I bought firm tofu last night for the first time. I haven't had tofu, nor have a made anything with tofu in it before and my husband is a picky as heck eater. Does anyone have some recipes that they love, with tofu, or know ways of making tofu? I don't want to mess this up! ...and how good for you is it....
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Apple Raisin Salad
Apples Raisins Miracle whip(Usally depends on how many apples you use) Nuts(can be optional also can be any kind) Celery Nutmeg You first chop up the apples into a bite size pieces. You mix in the raisins, miracle whip, nuts, and celery. Mix well. Add a touch of nutmeg on top. I usually only use at least three or four…
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Homemade Peanut Butter
I know I have seen recipes for this on MFP before,,,,can't find them for the life of me. Anyone willing to share a favorite recipe?
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Asian Noodle Salad
1 package Knorr® Sides Plus™ Veggies - Teriyaki Noodles with Asian Style Vegetables 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 1 Tbsp. Skippy® Natural Creamy Peanut Butter Spread 1 tsp. vegetable oil (optional) 3 cups coleslaw mix 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper 1 cup thinly sliced cooked chicken or pork 1 small cucumber, peeled,…
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Red Potato Colcannon
1 pound small red potatoes, scrubbed and cut in half 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion 6 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (about 1/2 head) 1 cup low-fat milk 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1. Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a Dutch oven. Place potatoes in a steamer basket and steam, covered,…
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Boot Tracks
1/2 cup salted butter 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour 6 tablespoons cocoa powder 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional) Confectioners’ sugar for dusting 1. Preheat a nonstick (not Belgian) waffle iron. 2. Cream butter and sugar in a…
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Mexican Coleslaw
I don't know about you but I struggle to find a "less starchy" vegetable to go with my Mexican dishes....found one! 6 cups very thinly sliced green cabbage (about 1/2 head) (see Tip) 1 1/2 cups peeled and grated carrots (2-3 medium) 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4…
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Barbecued Raspberry-Hoisin Chicken
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries 3/4 cup hoisin sauce (see Ingredient Note) 5 tablespoons rice vinegar, divided 1 clove garlic 1 strip (2-by-1/2-inch) orange zest 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Pinch of crushed red pepper 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed, each…
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Chipotle-&-Orange Grilled Chicken
2 tablespoons orange-juice concentrate, thawed 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (see Note) 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons unsulfured molasses 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed Salt to taste 1. Preheat grill or broiler. 2. Whisk together…
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Whats for dinner tonight?
Just wondering what everyone is having for dinner tonight? Having trouble trying to come up with a delicious dinner in the 300 calorie range. Dani
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How do you guys make a Fruit Salad?
Any special recipies?
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Cheesy-Good Chicken Quesadillas
Upper Ques! This simple recipe lets you make low cal quesadillas that could be easily mistaken for the fat-filled real thing. Need we say more? Go try it out! Ingredients: 1 La Tortilla Factory Low Carb, Low Fat Whole Wheat Tortilla (small size) 1/4 cup shredded fat free cheddar cheese (or ff mozzarella, ff american, ff…
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Slow Cooker Spinach Lasagna
2 containers ( 15 oz. ea.) ricotta cheese 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 8 oz.) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 eggs 1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1 envelope Lipton® Recipe Secrets® Vegetable Soup Mix 2 jars (1 lb. 10 oz. ea.) Ragu® Old World Style® Traditional Pasta Sauce 12…
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Grilled Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin
Teriyaki Marinade 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped Pork 2 pork tenderloins (about 3/4 pound each) 1 pineapple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices 1. Mix all Teriyaki Marinade ingredients. Fold thin end of each pork…