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Healthy Makeover Meatloaf
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil 2 stalk(s) celery, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 clove(s) garlic, crushed with press 2 pound(s) lean ground turkey 3/4 cup(s) (from 1 1/2 slices bread) fresh whole wheat bread crumbs 1/3 cup(s) fat-free milk 1 tablespoon(s) Worcestershire sauce 2 large egg whites 1/2 cup(s)…
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Healthy comfort foods without the guilt
Macaroni and Cheese 2 1/2 cups dried radiatore, rotelle, or elbow macaroni (8 ounces) 2 cups reduced-fat (2 percent) milk 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup American cheese, cubed 1/2 cup coarsely crushed seasoned…
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Greek Turkey Burger
1 package(s) (.7 oz.) Italian dressing mix 1 cup(s) finely chopped tomato 1/2 cup(s) finely chopped cucumber 2 tablespoon(s) white wine vinegar 2 teaspoon(s) olive oil 1 1/4 pound(s) ground turkey (93% lean) 1/3 cup(s) dry bread crumbs 1 egg white, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon(s) milk 4 pita bread rounds 1/4 cup(s) crumbled…
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george foreman = nice breasts
So i just jumped into the 90's and bought my first foreman grill, i always assumed that it was just gimmick, no real reason to buy one, i am a pretty good cook, not sure why i bought this one, but having spent a little money on it, i was damn sure going to use it, so i punched flat a boneless skinless chicken breast,…
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NEED HELP!
I am cooking dinner for my in-laws including Grandma, I was planning on making asian fish, rice and stir-fry veggies, then my mother-in-law said she wanted something with pasta. Keep in mind my husbands family is itailan. His great grandparents are from Italy. And Grandma is diabetic. So I am trying to keep that in mind…
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found a low fat pumpkin pie recipe
I noticed a lot of questions about a low fat pumpkin pie. Last night I was flipping through Better Homes & Gardens, and I found one! You can even have the crust :bigsmile: . Double Pumpkin Pie with Oat Crust: For Oat Pastry: 1 c. all purpose flour 1/3 c. quick cooking rolled oats 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 c. shortening 4-5 Tbsp…
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Fast Food 101
I try to resist but once in a while I will go to a joint...I was wondering if people could put a list of all the "healthier" options to eat at the various food outlets. For example, what is better to eat at Mcdonalds, Taco Bell, Wendy's etc. What do you eat and consider healthy at these food outlets? A ready and handy list…
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help for thanksgiving
Here is a Turkey Recipe JUST for you... Here is a turkey recipe that also includes the use of popcorn as a stuffing -- imagine that. When I found this recipe, I thought it was perfect for people like me, who just are not sure how to tell when poultry is thoroughly cooked, but not dried out. Give this a try. 8 - 15 lb.…
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Pumpkin Pie Bars
Pumpkin Pie Bars Prep Time: 15 min Total Time: 55 min Makes: Makes 24 servings. 1-1/3 cups flour 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 3/4 cup (1-1/2 sticks) cold butter or margarine 1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats, uncooked 1/2 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream…
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Veggie Soup
Anyone got a good recipe for a nice homemade vegetable soup? Really wanting some tonight:smile: Thanks! ~Roni
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Veggie Sides?
Ok, so I need y'alls help! For as long as I can remember, corn was the only veggie I would fix for my family. Now, I have to limit my corn intake because it's horrible for you! Anyway, I need some ideas for healthy veggie sides/dishes.
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Pumpkin pie with less than 200 cal per serving...
... would be my dream for next week. Anyone have a good recipe that I could ... ... send to my mother? :blushing:
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barefoot contessa side dish
Yesteray the barefoot contessa made this dish that looked so good and could be made healthy. She took a couple of onions and 3 cloves of garlic, sauteed them until soft. She then put them in a baken dish, she then sliced zuccini, tomatoe, and potatoes all about an 1/8th of an inch. Placed them standing up like domino…
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3 Ingredient Peanut butter cookies
1 Cup Peanut Butter 1 Cup Sugar 1 Egg Mix really we. Roll dough out in even balls and place on an un-greased cookie sheet. Press interlocking fork marks on the top of cookies. Bake @ 350 degrees for 8 minutes (or until puffy.) These cookies are a great alternative to other cookies packed with flour. You can alternate the…
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Low-Fat Orange Dream Cheesecake
1 HONEY MAID Honey Graham, crushed 2/3 cup boiling water 1 pkg. (4-serving size) JELL-O Orange Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin 1 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN 2% Milkfat Low Fat Cottage Cheese 1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Fat Free Cream Cheese 2 cups thawed COOL WHIP FREE Whipped Topping SPRINKLE crumbs onto bottom of 8- or 9-inch…
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Thanksgiving
I was just wondering if anybody has any recipes for thanksgiving. I guess the traditional things just healthier versions of them. Thanks
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Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burger (Vegetarian) Mayo Clinic
Recipe: Grilled portobello mushroom burgers Dietitian's tip: The meaty-textured portobello mushroom is the perfect stand-in for a hamburger. One portobello mushroom has about 30 calories and no fat or cholesterol. By comparison, a 3-ounce hamburger patty has 235 calories, 16 grams of fat and 76 milligrams of cholesterol.…
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lunch time what do I eat.......
So, it's lunch time. I didn't bring anything. anybody know of some good healty fast food. THANKS!!!
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Need Something Different
I am looking for something to make for Thanksgiving that is different from the normal green beans or corn. Does anyone have a vegetable recipe to share? Also, would like it to be somewhat healthy...I'm doing great with the calorie counting and my mother in law just found out she is diabetic. Thanksgiving and Christmas…
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Chicken
Yesterday I bought two packages of boneless, skinless chicken breasts. I painted them with some olive oil, put some pepper and oregano on them and baked them in aluminum foil for about 40 minutes. Although I think they're alright . . . they didn't come out as tasty as I thought they would. :grumble: They're a little bland.…
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QUick breakfast
What is something I could make on a sunday and it could last me all week so I have no temptations?
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Slow Cooker Creamy Italian Chicken
Slow Cooker Creamy Italian Chicken Ingredients *1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts *1 pkg Good Seasons Italian dressing mix * 1/4 cup water * 1 8oz pkg low fat cream cheese *1 can 98% fat free cream of chicken soup *3 cups cooked white, long grain rice Directions *1. Place chicken in crock pot *2. Mix together…
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Mexican Chicken Casserole
Mexican Chicken Casserole 50 Minutes to Prepare and Cook Ingredients 6 Small Chicken breast, cooked deboned ( save broth) 1(8oz) pkg Totillas Save one for the top 1 Medium onion choped fine 1 can Ro-Tel tomatoes 1 c grated low fat cheddar cheese 2 cans low fat cream of chicken soup 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp chili powder…
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Cinnamon Apple Treat
I just tried this today, and it was very yummy. It's a good alternative if you like a lot sugar or artifical sweeteners on your apples. Ingredients: 1 medium apple 1 tablespoon honey Cinnamon to taste Directions: Chop apple. Put honey in a microwave safe bowl, add a little bit of water (less to make it syrupy, and more to…
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Chicken & Stuffing Casserole
OK, I tried this last night and it was AMAZING. 5 Cups, cooked, cubed chicken breast 2 Cans cream of chicken soup (98% fat free) 1 13oz can evaporated milk 1 1/4 cup melted margarine or butter 3/4 cup boiling water 2 boxes of Stove Top Chicken flavored Stuffing Ok, first of all, mix the stuffing, water and butter together,…
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wonderful lunch
I just made this most wonderful lunch. I took a tsp of olive oil, dash of black pepper 2 stalks of asparagus, 4 cherry tomatoes and sauted them in a fry pan, scrambled 2 large eggs added them and one slice of pepper jack cheese..omg it was delicussssss it added up to around 300 calories...yummy...
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TROPICAL MANGO MUFFINS
Ingredients: Sweet mango adds moisture, a wonderful colour and, along with Milk, packs these muffins full of nutrients. 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) cubed peeled ripe mango 1-1/4 cups (300 mL) all-purpose flour 1 cup (250 mL) whole wheat flour 1/3 cup (75 mL) sweetened flaked coconut, divided 2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder 1/2 tsp (2…
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Buck eyes
My friends mom used to make these things...she called them buck eyes... It was peanut balls covered in chocolate..anyone have the recipes?!?
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Creamy Layered Fruit Sensation
Creamy Layered Fruit Sensation Prep Time: 25 min Total Time: 2 hr 25 min Makes: 16 servings, 1/2 cup each 1 pkg. (9 oz.) angel food cake, cut into cubes 3 Tbsp. orange juice 1/4 tsp. almond extract 2-1/2 cups cold fat-free milk 2 pkg. (4-serving size each) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Fat Free Sugar Free Instant Pudding 1-1/2…
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Pudding Pie
Pudding Pie *** Just a thought....imagine doing it with Butterscotch pudding and a shortbread crust..... YUM! Prep Time: 15 min Total Time: 3 hr 30 min Makes: 10 servings, one slice each 1-1/2 cups cold milk 1 pkg. (4-serving size) JELL-O Chocolate Instant Pudding 1 OREO Pie Crust (6 oz.) 2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped…