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Tomato, Basil and Fresh Mozzarella Salad
Tomato, Basil, and Fresh Mozzarella Salad In this classic salad, infused vegetable broth provides the base for a basil sauce that can stand in for the traditional pesto or vinaigrette. Blanching the basil leaves briefly in water brightens the color and intensifies the flavor. Dress the salad just before serving to preserve…
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Hungry Girl's Hot Diggity Chili Dog
A WINNER OF A WIENER Everyone wants to break down and swallow a yummy chili dog every now and then. And when you can make one at home that has so few calories and fat grams, you can enjoy it guilt-free! No need to load up on fatty chili and calorie-packed pups when you can throw together your very own diet-friendly…
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Chipotle Pepper Dip
(serving size: 1/2 cup - 90 calories, 3g fat, 440mg sodium, 9g carbs, <1g fiber, 6g protein = 2 points) Recipe created by Ginny Barber & 3-A-Day of Dairy Serves 5 Ingredients: 1 teaspoon Chipotle pepper sauce 2 (8-ounce) containers low-fat plain yogurt 1/2 cup thick and chunky salsa 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup…
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HG's Cheesy Dog Tortilla Roll-Ups
(serving size: 1 dog - 90 calories, 2.5g fat, 650mg sodium, 8.5g carbs, 4g fiber, 0.5g sugar, 11g protein = 1 point) Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 97% Fat Free Hebrew National Hot Dogs 1 La Tortilla Factory 95% Fat Free Low Carb Tortilla 1 slice Kraft Singles Fat Free Cheese Directions: Microwave hot dogs according to directions…
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Arugula Salad with Shrimp and Grapes
Arugula Salad with Shrimp and Grapes Grapes do double duty in this innovative salad. They're pureed for fruity, tart, smooth dressing, which is used to top more grapes, shrimp, arugula, basil, and cheese. Ingredients Dressing: 1/3 cup seedless green grapes 1 tablespoon Champagne or white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon olive oil…
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Belgian Endive-and-Apple Salad
Belgian Endive-and-Apple Salad You can make the dressing early in the day and toss the apples with it to keep them from browning. Wait as long as you can to cut the endive because it discolors where touched with a knife. It should be one of the last things you do before serving dinner. Walnut oil gives the dressing a rich,…
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Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad
Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad The creamy dressing mellows the heat from the chiles—and best of all, it can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. Ingredients Dressing: 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro 2/3 cup light sour cream 1 tablespoon minced chipotle chile, canned in adobo sauce 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili…
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Buffalo Wing Salad
Okay, I just decided I was craving Buffalo wings...thanks to a friend who got me started thinking about them. I decided I'll make a salad that I've made before but totally modify it. I am positive it'll be good! Mmmm!!! 3 cups lettuce (I like big salads) 1 stalk celery, sliced 1/3 medium red onion 4 oz chicken tenderloin,…
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Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken
Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken Ingredients 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 garlic clove, minced 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves…
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Autumn Apple and Spinach Salad
I know it's not QUITE Autumn yet....but I like to "get ready!!" :laugh: Autumn Apple and Spinach Salad Goldrush, a recent apple cultivar, has a nice balance of sweetness and acidity that's ideal for this salad. Other suitable varieties include Albemarle (Newtown) Pippin, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, Golden Russet, and Roxbury…
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Asian Chicken Salad
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. Ingredients 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…
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Chicken and Strawberries Over Mixed Greens
Chicken and Strawberries Over Mixed Greens Using precooked chicken makes this dish a snap to throw together for lunch. Serve with focaccia topped with coarse salt and rosemary to complement the sweet strawberries and raisins in the salad. Ingredients 2 cups chopped roasted skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 2…
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Chipotle Grilled Shrimp with Black Bean Salsa
I think i could eat my weight in shrimp. :tongue: Seafood is scrumpcious!!!! :heart: Chipotle Grilled Shrimp with Black Bean Salsa (Makes 4 servings with some salsa left over) 16-20 medium raw shrimp, shells removed and deveined (enough shrimp for 4 people, I used 31-40 size shrimp) 1/4 tsp. ground chipotle chile powder…
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frying question
if i am frying siomething on the stove and not in a fryer, and it needs to be 350 degrees, what setting should the burner be on?? med high?:huh:
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Mediterranean Spinach Strata
Everytimg I see "Strata" I think of the scene in The Family Stone with the strata!! All over Sarah Jessica Parker! :laugh: :laugh: This looks good though! :wink: Mediterranean Spinach Strata Fresh tomatoes and spinach pair well with nutty Asiago and tangy feta cheese in this make-ahead dish that's great for lunch, brunch…
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Asparagus-and-Ham Casserole
Asparagus-and-Ham Casserole Because of the delicate flavors in this dish, we preferred using a mild baked ham to a smoked one. Ingredients 1 (1-ounce) slice white bread 3 3/4 cups uncooked extra-broad egg noodles 2 1/2 cups (1 1/2-inch) sliced asparagus 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon salt…
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Applesauce for oil?
I once read somewhere that you can substitute applesauce for oil in recipes but how do you know how much? I want to make brownies from a box using egg whites and then it says to add veg oil too. Do I only substitute for half the oil or what? Anyone done this before.
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One-Dish Rosemary Chicken with White Beans
One-Dish Rosemary Chicken and White Beans A spinach salad spiked with slivered red onions and drizzled with red wine vinaigrette complements this dish nicely. Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 pound) 1…
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Bulgar wheat salad
I just made and ate a bulgar wheat salad that was quick to prepare, healthy, filling, high in fiber and tasty! A great lunch on a hot day. To make things easy for yourself and avoid eating something you shouldn't because your starved and it will take too long to prepare something healthy, cook the bulgar ahead of time and…
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Tomato Fetuccini with Shrimp and Arugula
I have made this many times! I usually use fresh spinach in place of the arugula. It's very filling and has a great flavor! Tomato Fettuccine with Shrimp and Arugula Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup finely chopped Vidalia or other sweet onion 2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, halved…
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Apple Dumplin's
OMG...I have been cravin' these.......:devil: I have a small apple orchard and the apples are surprisingly plentiful this year. Even though these are NOT diet friendly I had to share this recipe. Apple Dumpling Recipe This is the old-fashioned apple dumplings my grandmother used to make. Mmmmmssss It’s warm and flaky, like…
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Protein Bars?
Does anyone make their own protein bars, or have a preferred brand they buy?
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Strawberry Cheesecake
Strawberry Cheesecake Ingredients 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 5 cookie sheets) Cooking spray 2 cups 1% low-fat cottage cheese 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups (16 ounces) light cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 large egg whites 1 large egg 1/2 cup strawberries 1 teaspoon water…
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Creamy Wild-Rice Soup with Smoked Turkey
Creamy Wild-Rice Soup with Smoked Turkey Ingredients 2 teaspoons butter or stick margarine 1 cup chopped carrot 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped green onions 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 (16-ounce) cans fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 1 1/2…
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Frozen Peanut Butter Pie
Frozen Peanut Butter Pie Lightly coat hands with cooking spray to press the slightly sticky crust into the pie plate. The filling may be thin after mixing but will harden in the freezer. Ingredients 1 2/3 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 8 1/2 cookie sheets) 7 tablespoons sugar, divided 2 large egg whites,…
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Peach Upside-Down Cake
Peach Upside-Down Cake The sugar and fruit juice tossed with the peaches create a caramelized glaze as the cake bakes. Ingredients 3 cups thinly sliced peeled peaches (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon lemon juice Cooking spray 2/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup butter, softened 2 teaspoons grated…
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North Woods Bean Soup
North Woods Bean Soup Adding turkey kielbasa lends this soup a rich, slow-simmered flavor even though it takes less than 30 minutes to make. Puree a portion of the recipe for a velvety consistency, and stir in fresh spinach after the soup is removed from the heat so it retains its bright color. Ingredients Cooking spray 1…
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What to do with all those Peppers in your garden
:heart: Southwestern Stuffed Peppers (Makes six generous servings) 6 large red, yellow, orange, or green peppers 1 lb. extra lean ground beef (less than 10% fat) 1-2 tsp. olive oil if needed 1 onion, chopped 1 can black beans, rinsed well and drained 1 can diced tomatoes and juice (I like Muir Glen organic tomatoes) 1 can…
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I Can't Believe It's Not Potato Salad!
Faux-tato Fun! Wanna hear the coolest part about this recipe? There are NO potatoes in it!!! After all, the best part of potato salad isn't even the potatoes... it's the perfectly seasoned creamy goodness those spuds are hanging out in! This swap is so good, you'll fool EVERYONE... but don't feel obligated to let your…
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Fruit Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Curry
Stuffed chicken breasts SERVES 4 Ingredients 3 tablespoons seedless raisins 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic 1 bay leaf 1 cup chopped and peeled apple 4 large chicken breast halves, with the bones removed, each about 6 ounces 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup fat-free milk 1 teaspoon…