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Anyone have a good vegetarian chilli recipe???
I want some chilli so bad!! yummy!
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Strawberry Yogurt Shake
Strawberry Yogurt Shake Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice 3/4 cup plain low fat yogurt 1-1/2 cups frozen, unsweetened strawberries Directions: Add ingredients, in order listed, to blender container. Puree at medium speed, until thick and smooth. http://caloriecount.about.com/cc/recipe_analysis.php
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Raspberry Julius Smoothie
Raspberry Julius Smoothie 1 cup low-fat raspberry yogurt 3/4 cup low-fat milk 1 cup frozen unsweetened quartered strawberries 1/2 cup frozen unsweetened raspberries 1/3 cup powdered milk Combine yogurt and low-fat milk in a blender. Add all remaining ingredients. Blend until smooth.…
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Raspberry Protein Shake
I have gotten tired of spending so much money on the Special K protein mix packets that you put in your water, so today I decided to try to make it on my own. I used an individual sugar-free flavor packet, mixed in 1 scoop of vanilla soy protein powder, and shook it up with some water. I think it tastes even better than…
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low cal cocktail ideals
I like vodka or light rum. any one have any ideas for a good cocktail using one of those? I need an alternative to beer today! Thanks!
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Oven Roasted Garbanzo Beans
Roasted Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) 2 15 oz. cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed well **This is a great snack when I'm craving something like chips. 1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper 2 Tbsp. olive oil sea salt or kosher salt to taste Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss chick peas with cayenne pepper and olive oil. Spread out in a…
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Inexpensive Recipes
Could you please post your favorite inexpensive recipe ideas? Thank-you! :smile: Mine is: Carrot Soup Estimated Time: Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Makes 4 bowls (1/2 this recipe filled both my husband and myself up) INGREDIENTS: 3 tbsp butter 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 3 garlic cloves, chopped 2 pounds…
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Recipe makeovers: 5 ways to create healthy recipes
You love your grandmother's bread pudding. But her recipe calls for 4 cups of whole milk, 1 stick of butter and 4 eggs — ingredients that raise the calorie count and fat content of this dessert. The solution? Redo the recipe by switching or reducing certain ingredients. Many recipes can tolerate a healthy renovation…
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Low Cal Lunch & Snack Wraps
Yummy! La Tortilla Factory - Tomato Basil Wraps, 1 Wrap-- 100 calories Fresh Express Shreds! - Iceburg Lettuce, 1/2 cups-- 4 calories Carl Buddig - Ham, 10 slices-- 90 calories (OR Use 6 slices of the Carl Buddig thin sliced rotissere chicken for 70 cals!) Kraft - Reduced Fat Cream Cheese, 2 Tbsp--70 calories TOTAL…
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Recipe Recommends Please!
Hi all, First post from me! One of my resolutions this year was to cook a big meal at least one night a week that I could use in my packed lunches for the following week. This way I could save money and also control calories. I've kinda exhausted my basics now and am looking for some suggestions. Ideally recipes should be…
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Tuna & Noodles
Tuna & Noodles 60 Minutes to Prepare and Cook Ingredients 8 oz dry whole wheat noodles 1 can 98% fat free Cream of Mushroom soup 1 can Tuna packed in water, drained 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 cup finely chopped celery 1/2 cup Fage 0% fat yogurt 1/2 cup skim milk salt & pepper to taste Directions Prepare noodles…
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Prosciutto Wrapped Cod
Ingredients 4 (5-ounce) cod fish fillets 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 ounces sliced prosciutto Cooking spray Directions Season the fish on both sides with salt and pepper. Wrap 1 wide or 2 thin slices of prosciutto around each piece of cod. Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray…
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5 Spice Chicken Noodle Soup
2 1/2 cups water 1 1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 2 green onions, thinly bias-sliced 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger 2 cups chopped bok choy 1 medium red sweet pepper, thinly sliced into strips 2 ounces dried somen noodles, broken…
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Ahhhh Soup........
This is recommended by the Sacred Heart Hospital for obese patients to lose weight quickly in order to undergo surgery..... 2 cans diced tomatos 2 cans green beans (I leave the water in) 1 bunch of celery 3 green onions 2 lbs of carrots 2 green peppers 1 carton of beef broth 1 pkg of chicken noodle soup mix Season with…
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Yummy turkey meatballs
Last night i made baked turkey meatballs. I took lean turkey and mixed it with a little egg beater, some hidden valley ranch seasoning, a handful of oatmeal (healthier than bread crumbs and you cant taste the difference.) I baked them in a pam coated pan at 400 for about 30 minutes. Yummy and portable. One pound of turkey…
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Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
Ingredients 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons dry sherry 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 garlic cloves, crushed with a garlic press or minced 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 pounds skinless chicken thighs 2 teaspoons sesame seeds Directions Combine the…
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Sweet and Sour Brisket
Ingredients 1 (3-pound) beef brisket, first-cut or flat-half cut, trimmed of any excess fat 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium onion, cut in 1/2, then thinly sliced into 1/2 moons 3 cloves garlic, chopped (about 1 tablespoon) One 15- oz. can tomato sauce, preferably…
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Oven Fried Chicken
1/2 sleeve (about 20) whole-grain salted crackers, pulsed in a food processor until fine (about 1/2 cup) 2 1/2 cups corn cereal flakes, pulsed in a food processor to fine crumbs (about 1/2 cup) 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2 egg whites 1 cup lowfat, plain yogurt 1…
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Low fat pizza crust
I was passed on this recipie from a friend who said she makes it all the time and throws whatever left over vegi's she has in the fridge on top for a quick meal. Haven't tried it yet, but I will be soon. Ingredients 1/2-1 cup warm water 1 tablespoon yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 2 cups white flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions 1In…
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Homemade Recipe Calculator?
Hi All! Does anyone know the website where you can enter what you've made and it'll calculate the nutritional info? Does this make sense? I have a recipe for ground beef casserole (I'm making it with turkey) and I want to know what the nutritional info is so I can log it properly! Thanks so much!!! :) Janis
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Best Beverage of all time!!
Put glass under water spout Turn on cold water Fill glass Drink. *Variations can include ice, lemon, lime, cucumber, etc. ENJOY!!:bigsmile: I sure do. I get about 80 ounces of this stuff a day!! :drinker:
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Chocolate
Does anyone have healthy recipes that will fix my chocolate need? I am going crazy without chocolate but I don't want to over do it!
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Turkey Meatloaf
Turkey Meatloaf Foster Farms - Fresh Ground Turkey Breast, 48 oz (3lbs). **2 Costco packs out of the 4 pack** Uncle Ben's - Fast & Natural Whole Grain Instant Brown Rice, 4 cup cooked **1 cup uncooked added to mixture (makes 4 cups cooked) S&W Premium - Organic Ready-Cut Diced Tomatoes , 1.8 cup **1 can drained** Ortega -…
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Quick Hummus- and Vegetable-Stuffed Pitas
Serves 2 In this kid-friendly recipe, egg salad can be used instead of hummus, if you like. Ingredients 1 pita bread, halved 1/2 cup hummus 1/3 cup lightly packed shredded lettuce or baby spinach 1/2 cup assorted raw vegetables such as tomatoes, shredded carrots, diced cucumbers, or sliced avocados Method Spread half of…
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Turkey Bacon BLT Sandwiches
Makes 1 sandwich Ingredients 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 4 strips all natural, uncured turkey bacon 2 teaspoons butter, or to taste 2 slices whole grain bread, lightly toasted 4 spinach leaves 2 to 3 slices tomato Method Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until crisp, turning once.…
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Sweet Italian Sausage with Zucchini and Tomatoes
Serves 6 Garnish this delicious combination of summer vegetables and Italian sausage with sprigs of fresh basil and lemon wedges to squeeze over the top, if you like. Ingredients 6 links Whole Ranch® Sweet Italian sausage* 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil* 4 to 6 large garlic cloves, finely chopped 3 tablespoons fresh…
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Pork Dumplings with Dipping Sauce
Makes about 40 dumplings Ground pork with aromatic ginger, garlic, cilantro and green onion fill these satisfying dumplings, served at Chinese New Year celebrations to bring good fortune and wealth for the coming year. To make dumpling soup, simply cook the dumplings in chicken or vegetable stock. Ingredients Dipping Sauce…
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Lentil Soup with Smoky Ham
Serves 8 Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for garnish 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped 2 ribs celery, chopped 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1/2 cup dried green lentils 1/2 cup dried French lentils 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with their liquid 1 cup finely chopped ham 1…
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Sweet & Sour Pork Chops
Hello! This is what I made tonight. 1 pork chop is 388 calories (obviously i saved up for this!) 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 can (no salt added) 8 ounces of tomatoe sauce 2 tbls cider vinegar 2 table sp. vegetable oil 1teaspoon of nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon of pepper stir together brown 4 pork chops in the vegetable oil (i used olive…
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Quarterback Quesadillas
Quarterback Quesadillas (recipe from CalorieKing.com newsletter) Serves: 16 person(s) Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 5 mins Yield: 16 x 1/2 tortilla servings Whether for the Super Bowl, tailgate party or touch football, score big with this delicious, spicy dish! Suggestions: * Use rubber gloves when handling hot…