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boring old turkey sandwich no more!!
Okay so maybe I am just discovering something everyone else may already know- take your bread. spread each slice with a wedge of laughing cow garlic cheese sprinkle lightly with white pepper/garlic powder add your sliced turkey. WAY better than the boring old turkey plus yellow mustard I have been eating for 2 months! and…
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Vietnamese Sandwich
Possibly one of my absolute favorite foods, a Vietnamese sandwich!! I just figured i'd share!! http://food.yahoo.com/recipes/eatingwell/1092/vietnamese-steak-sandwich/ I found it surprising that there was only 159 calories in it! I think there's lots of ways to switch this up, with chicken or maybe just portobello mushroom…
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6 Breakfasts Under 200 Calories
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it doesn't have to be the most caloric! Here, 6 breakfast recipes under 200 calories. Hazelnut-Honey Granola Yummy with sliced fresh strawberries or bananas in the morning or on its own as a crunchy snack. Do-Ahead: up to 1 month. Yields: 9 cups 1 serving: Calories 150;…
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Couscous with lentils, Tomatoes, and Basil
Couscous With Lentils, Tomatoes and Basil 2 Tbs sauteing liquid 1 Tsp salt 1 med onion, chopped 1.5 cup water 1 cup vegetable-cocktail juice (I used sodium free V8 with a little picante sauce stirred in) 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed and drained 1 bay leaf 1 cup whole wheat couscous 1 med tomato, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup…
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Bite Size Choco Banana Chip Muffins
Ingredients: Kids of all ages will love these moist muffins that are tailor-made for happy munching. Serve with a cold glass of Milk for a terrific breakfast or snack. 1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour 1 cup (250 mL) whole wheat flour 2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each, baking soda and salt 2/3 cup (150 mL)…
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Bacon, Walnut and Thyme Scones
Makes 8 These quick scones are delicious on a breakfast or dinner table. Their easy preparation in the food processor cuts down on clean-up time, too. If you like, make smaller scones and decrease the baking time. Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces 2 cups flour (or 1 cup whole wheat flour and 1 cup…
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Asian Chicken Salad (Cooking Light)
Asian Chicken Salad Put this on the table with soft breadsticks and a dessert of vanilla yogurt topped with fresh berries. If you want wine, try chilled sake. 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil 1 teaspoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World) 1…
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Borough Market Cheddar Soup
Serves 4 to 6 Serve this hearty soup with toasted dark bread, thinly sliced apple and a seasonal green salad. Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot 1/2 cup chopped carrot 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1 red-skinned potato, cubed 1 bay leaf 2 tablespoons chopped fresh…
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Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Pineapple Salsa
Serves 4 This recipe can be prepared a day ahead and assembled right before serving since allowing the shrimp to pickle and salsa to marinate overnight enhances their flavors. Ingredients 1 pound frozen cooked and peeled baby shrimp, thawed 1/2 cup finely chopped white onions 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar 1/4 cup lime…
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Shrimp and Cucumber Stuffed Avocados
Serves 4 Ingredients Citrus Dressing 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 1 teaspoon grated lime zest 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon sugar Salad 1 cup frozen precooked baby shrimp (about 6 ounces) 3 tablespoons chopped mint, more for garnish 1/4…
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Frozen Chocolate Cheesecake Bites!
Ingredients: 3/4 cup Cool Whip Free 5 tbsp. fat-free cream cheese; softened 1 tbsp. SPLENDA, Granular 10 tsp. HERSHEY'S Sugar Free Syrup Directions: Using a fork, vigorously mix Cool Whip, cream cheese and Splenda until smooth and well blended. Evenly distribute mixture into 10 sections of an ice cube tray. Tap tray firmly…
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Somethings fishy....
I am not a fish eater typically-love shell fish but not really big on fishy fish. I would love to try some new VERY MILD fish recipes but need your help. What's a great mild fish? How do you cook it? Any recipe suggestions would be great.
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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…