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Butternut Squash Saute
4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 6 cups 1/2-inch pieces peeled butternut squash (2 small) 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/8 teaspoon pepper 3 cups firmly packed baby spinach leaves 1. In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium-low heat, stirring…
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Asian Salad with Lime Dressing
Lime Dressing 1/3 cup frozen limeade concentrate, thawed 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon rice or white vinegar 1 teaspoon grated gingerroot 1/4 teaspoon salt Asian Salad 2 cups chopped escarole 1 cup chopped cooked chicken 1 small jicama, peeled and chopped (1 cup) 1 large papaya, peeled, seeded and chopped (1 cup) 1…
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Chicken and Mushroom Recipe needed...
I am having a group over for dinner tonight and I want to cook low cal. I also want to cook to impress. Does anyone have any great low cal chicken and mushroom recipes?
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French Country Chicken With Mushroom Sauce
4 boned and skinned chicken breast halves 1 Tbsp. flour 4 shallots — thinly sliced 1/4 pound mushrooms — thinly sliced 2 Tbsp. margarine 1 Tbsp. rosemary 1/4 cup white wine 1/2 cup nonfat chicken broth 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley recipe directions Place boneless chicken breasts between wax paper and pound with a mallet…
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Savory Chicken and Rice
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms (4 oz) 1 cup baby cut carrots 1 1/2 cups water 1 pkg (4.1 oz) long grain and wild rice mix with chicken and herbs Cut chicken into 1 inch pieces. Spray a nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat then add chicken.…
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Pot-of-Gold Rainbow Snack Mix
PER SERVING (1 1/3 cups): 156 calories, 1.25g fat, 82mg sodium, 34.5g carbs, 1g fiber, 25.5g sugars, 1g protein -- POINTS® value 3* No leprechauns were harmed in the making of this tasty (and beautiful) snack mix... Ingredients: 3 cups popped 94% fat-free butter-flavored microwave popcorn 4 full-sized (or 13 mini) vanilla…
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Lucky 4-Leaf Salad w/ Feta & Apples
PER SERVING (entire salad): 213 calories, 8g fat, 552mg sodium, 29.5g carbs, 6.5g fiber, 16.5g sugars, 10g protein -- POINTS® value 4* This will save you the trouble of hunting through a clover patch... Ingredients: 3 cups Fresh Express Lettuce Trio (or any 3-lettuce blend) 1 cup spinach leaves 1 Fuji apple 1/4 cup…
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pesto pasta with roasted balsamic tomatoes
I made this up tonight and was shocked at how tasty it was! SERVES 2 150g wholewheat spaghetti 6 vine tomatoes 11/2-2 cloves of garlic (depends on your own tastes) 3/4-1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (again depends on personal taste) 47g red pesto preheat oven to 180C cut tomatoes in half and place on some baking paper in a…
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Boneless Skin Less Chicken Breast
Anyone have a good recipe for boneless skinless chicken breast? I have run out of things to cook.:yawn:
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Morning Glory Muffins
Morning Glory Muffins Substitute apricots or raisins for chopped pitted dates, if you like. The dried fruits, nuts, oatmeal, wheat bran, and whole wheat flour contribute plenty of fiber to each muffin. Complete your breakfast with fat-free yogurt and fruit. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 cup whole wheat flour (about 4 3/4…
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"Healthified" Spinach and Rice Casserole
72% less sat fat • 43% fewer calories • 61% less fat than the original recipe—see the comparison. A favorite casserole gets a star makeover. Substituting brown rice for white provides whole-grain benefits while reduced fat ingredients trim the fat but keep the flavor. From eatbetteramerica. Prep Time:20 min Start to…
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Pumpkin Muffins (Cooking Light)
Pumpkin Muffins These spicy muffins are good for a quick breakfast on the run or to include in bag lunches. A combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar creates a crunchy topping that contrasts with the moist, tender muffins. 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon…
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Banana Blueberry Bread (Cooking Light)
Banana Blueberry Bread "This bread is supereasy to make. I like to take it to my daughter's play group and watch the other mothers and toddlers enjoy it. The freshness of the fruit gives a sensational flavor to the bread." CLReader. 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 3/4 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits 1/2…
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Applesauce, Bran and Oatmeal Muffins (Cooking Light)
Applesauce, Bran, and Oatmeal Muffins "This is a low-fat, high-fiber muffin that I modified from a basic muffin recipe. You can customize it to your own taste by adding nuts. These muffins freeze extremely well." --CL Reader 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup quick-cooking oats 3/4 cup wheat bran 1/2 cup packed brown sugar…
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Ginger-Carrot Muffins (Cooking Light)
Ginger-Carrot Muffins Canola oil creates a moist, tender crumb; its mild taste doesn't interfere with the sweetness of carrots and currants or the ginger's bite. Be careful not to overmix the batter, as doing so can make the muffins tough. Substitute raisins for currants, if you prefer. You can freeze completely cooled…
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Chicken Chicken Chicken
Okay. So I need to make dinner tonight and I need ideas! I have boneless skinless chicken breast. Preferably something I can bake...I tried the Chicken Parmigan already, so I am looking for something else. =D
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Easy Chunky Beef Stew Recipe
I already entered this in the database as I am making this tonight! Makes 4 servings 1 onion 1 lb stewing steak 2 1/2 cups beef broth 4 medium sweet potato 1 lb baby carrots 2 celery stalks 1/4 cup tomato paste 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce 1 bay leaf Directions throw all into a slow cooker and…
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Tropical Chicken Salad
Betty Crocker's Diabetes Cookbook 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips 2 tablespoons blackened seasoning blend 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil 1 bag (5 oz) mixed baby salad greens (4 cups) 1 medium mango, peeled, pitted and diced (1 cup) 1/2 medium red onion, sliced (3/4 cup) 1 small red…
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Artichoke-Rice Salad
Salad 1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice 2 cups water 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup) 1 small red bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained, cut into fourths Lemon Vinaigrette 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 3 tablespoons…
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Margarita Cake(s)
Mango Margarita Cake Cake 1 box Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® yellow cake mix 1 cup nonalcoholic margarita mix 1/3 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons grated lime peel 4 eggs 1 jar (1 lb 8 oz) sliced mango in extra-light syrup, well drained, diced Frosting Remaining diced mango 1 1/2 cups frozen (thawed) whipped topping 2…
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Tropical Fruit Tuna Salad
1 cup water 3/4 cup uncooked instant brown rice 2/3 cup Yoplait® Fat Free plain yogurt or Yoplait® 99% Fat Free creamy vanilla yogurt (from 2-lb container) 1 can (8 oz) pineapple tidbits in juice, drained, 1 teaspoon juice reserved 2 kiwifruit, peeled, sliced 1 medium mango, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 1 cup) 1 can…
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Layered Yogurt Fruit Salad
1 container (6 ounces) Yoplait® Thick & Creamy Key lime pie yogurt 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks 1 cup strawberry halves 2 cups green grapes 1 cup blueberries 2 cups cubed cantaloupe 1/4 cup flaked or shredded coconut, toasted 1. Mix yogurt and orange juice; set aside. 2. In 2 1/2-quart clear…
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Turkey-Pineapple Salad
1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 cups cauliflowerets 6 to 9 medium green onions, sliced diagonally (3/4 cup) 1 large red bell pepper, cut into strips 1 1/2 pounds uncooked turkey breast slices, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 6 cups bite-size pieces leaf lettuce 2 cans (20 ounces each) pineapple chunks in juice, drained and 6…
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Layered Caribbean Chicken Salad
Dressing 1 container (6 oz) Yoplait® Original 99% Fat Free piña colada yogurt 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 teaspoon Caribbean jerk seasoning (dry) Salad 3 cups shredded romaine lettuce 2 cups cubed cooked chicken 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz) 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained, rinsed 1 1/2 cups diced…
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Key Lime Coconut Angel Cake
1 box Betty Crocker® white angel food cake mix 1 1/4 cups cold water 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 1/3 cup Key lime or regular lime juice 1 teaspoon grated lime peel 1 container (12 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 cup flaked coconut Sliced kiwifruit and strawberries, if desired 1. Make cake mix as directed on…
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Turkey tonight???
Hello friends: I'm having turkey cutlets for dinner tonight. Any good, easy suggestions? I've already grilled them with bbq sauce (very tasty btw :smile: ), so if anyone has anything I can try, fire away!!! Thanks so much and I hope everyone has a successful day!!! Emily :wink:
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Green Tea & Blueberry Smoothie
Okay, these are great. From Prevention Weight Loss mag. My hubby and I have them once a week for breakfast. It says that it makes 2 servings, but those are huge servings. I know that it's 334 calories, but we have it for a meal, it's very filling and keeps you full for a long time. You could eat 1/2 a serving and that…
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"Healthified" French Onion Soup
66% less fat • 38% fewer calories • 84% less sat fat than the original recipe—see the comparison. Spoon up a pièce de résistance in the alluring savory taste of French Onion Soup. There's more that’s good for you, and less that isn’t. From eatbetteramerica. Prep Time:1 hr Start to Finish:1 hr 15 min makes:4 servings 1…
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"Healthified" Greek Chicken Pizza
50% less fat • 66% more fiber • 33% fewer calories than the original recipe—see the comparison. We tossed up a heart-healthier, whole wheat flour crust, dashed the salt and olive oil, and added plum tomatoes to make this pizza a wiser choice. From eatbetteramerica. Prep Time:20 min Start to Finish:1 hr makes:12 servings…
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Raspberry-Balsamic Glazed Chicken
I think I am making this for Easter tomorrow. Maybe make a potato salad of some sort...mmm. I forgot I had made this before. It is delicious!! Raspberry-Balsamic Glazed Chicken Other fruit preserves, such as apricot, blackberry, or peach, will also work in this recipe. Ingredients 1 teaspoon vegetable oil Cooking spray 1/2…