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Mushroom Strudel Appetizer
Prep Time:20 min Start to Finish:1 hr 5 min makes:12 servings 8 oz mushrooms, sliced 1 small onion, chopped 2 or 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 oz 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (Neuchâtel), softened 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper A grating of fresh nutmeg 6 frozen (thawed) phyllo…
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Skinny Crab Dip
Prep Time:5 min Start to Finish:3 hr 5 min makes:12 servings, 2 tablespoons each 2 oz fat-free cream cheese or 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), softened 2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise or salad dressing 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives or green onions 2 teaspoons lemon juice or white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon…
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Quick & pretty good Pasta
The fastest and wonderful way to have pasta and not have a ton of calories is cook which ever pasta you like (I like sea shells) and heat up some already diced and seasones can of tomatos. The pasta will be what it is and the stewed or diced tomatos will be anywhere from 25 to 50 calories for half a cup! You could put a…
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Curry
I am a Scottish MFP member. Does anyone know what the calories are for a chinese chicken curry and rice is out of a takeaway???? Hope someone can help. Pamela :flowerforyou:
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"Healthified" Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Prep Time:30 min Start to Finish:30 min makes:6 servings 8 oz uncooked multigrain angel hair (capellini) pasta or spaghetti 4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 3 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup) 1 1/2 lb fresh medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail shells removed…
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Melon juice
Great Idea. For this of you that do not like water or do, but want something different. Get a 1/4 of cantaloupe 10-15 Ice cubes 1 packet of splenda 1/4 of water Blend and drink it taste great, i also use watermelon, an honey due melon.
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Simple 110 calorie Smoothie
All it has is 2 ingredients, plus water :) First you need to get lots of bananas and puree them in your blender, freeze in individual 1/4 cup containers (like the kind that come with tupperware sets) Buy the Dannon light and fit yogurt in any flavor, put it in the freezer when u get home from the grocery store. Now, when u…
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Hot German Potato Salad
Prep Time:45 min Start to Finish:45 min makes:8 servings (3/4 cup each) 6 medium red potatoes, unpeeled 3 slices bacon 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil 3/4 cup chopped onions 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 1/8 teaspoon pepper 3/4 cup water 1/4 cup cider vinegar…
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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Prep Time:15 min Start to Finish:30 min makes:8 servings 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 3 plum tomatoes, chopped 2 roasted red peppers, chopped 1/2 small red onion, quartered and thinly sliced 1/2 cucumber, peeled, halved, seeded, and chopped 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 2 cloves garlic 3 tablespoons lemon…
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HG's Too-Good Two-Berry Citrus Smoothie
Just Fruit Me! Want a large-and-in-charge fruity frozen beverage without all those annoying extra calories and sugar grams? Duh, of course you do! Check out the latest guilt-free HG sensation... Ingredients: 1 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries 1/2 cup frozen unsweetened blueberries 1/2 tsp. Crystal Light Classic Orange…
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yummy treat/breakfast
thought I'd share a really fast and easy meal or snack: 1/2 cup oats (quick) 1 cup water microwave about 2-2&1/2 minutes add some Maple Groves Farms sugar free maple syrup (really yummy) or some sugar free jam (raspberry or strawberry is delicious) 1/4 cup skim milk more or less depends on how you like it eat and enjoy!…
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anyone have their hungry girl cookbook? I need
the chocolate cake with pumpkin recipe!! lent my book to my friend and haven't gotten it back yet :grumble: thanks if anyone can help!
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Strawberry Pineapple Bread
Found this on Allrecipes.com thought it looked summery....Remember the nuts add a lot to calorie content. * 1 (10 ounce) package frozen strawberries * 1/2 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained * 4 eggs, beaten * 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil * 2 cups sugar * 3 cups all-purpose flour * 1 teaspoon baking soda * 1 teaspoon…
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Allergies
Does anyone have any good recipes that do no include, sacarin, nutra sweet, equal, sweet & low, splenda or any other types of artifical sugars. Unfortunatly, I am allergic and can't use these subsitutes!
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Vegetarian Recipes please!
I am a vegetarian, I eat eggs, cheese , milk, no meat. I am struggling with finding good low fat low sugar recipes. I would love to have some new ones.
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HG's Spinach, Mushroom and Mozzarella Supreme
PER SERVING (1/6th of casserole): 106 calories, 1g fat, 597mg sodium, 11g carbs, 3.5g fiber, 4g sugars, 8g protein -- POINTS® value 2* A serving of this could quite possibly be the most satisfying 106 calories EVER... Ingredients: Two 16-oz. bags frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and thoroughly patted dry 1 1/2 cups…
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Please help find: Brocamole
A few months ago someone posted a great recipe for "brocamole." It was a replacement for guacamole that used 1 avocado and 1 head of broccoli steamed and other ingredients. I tried using the search function and wild cards, but I can't seem to find it. Does anyone have this recipe still? Thanks!
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Spinach Chicken Parmesan
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1/4 cup chopped green onions 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/2 cup skim milk 1/2 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 1 tablespoon chopped pimento peppers Preheat oven to 350…
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Gazpacho
Thickened with vegetables rather than with the traditional bread used by Spanish cooks, this refreshing soup has enough heft to make it meal-worthy. If you prefer a smooth texture, use a blender. A food processor will produce a chunkier soup. Ingredients 1 pound very ripe tomatoes 1 1/2 cups cucumber chunks, peeled and…
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Chicken 'stuffing' meatloaf
Chicken 'stuffing' meatloaf 1 carrot 2 stalks of celery 1/4 onion 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil 500g extra lean ground chicken 1/4 c egg beaters 1/4 c 1% milk 2 slices whole grain bread salt & pepper Preheat oven to 425. Shred carrot, celery and onion and lightly fry in olive oil and add poultry seasoning (as you would for…
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Stir-Fried Asparagus a la lemon
My mom gave this book of low calorie meals. Its is from the 80’s What do you think? Should anything change in the recipe? Stir-Fried Asparagus a la lemon Makes 4 Servings Approximately 86 calories per serving 1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, sliced 1 small onion, sliced 1 small clove garlic, minced 1 chicken bouillon cube 1…
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Fresh Linguine with Sausage and Cabbage
Savoy cabbage is light green and has crinkly leaves. It has a milder flavor than green or red cabbage. Ingredients 2 chicken sausages (about 5 ounces total) 1 small red onion 1 4-ounce wedge savoy cabbage 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth…
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Greek-Style Pizza with Ricotta and Feta
Using reduced-fat (or part-skim) ricotta helps keep the fat and cholesterol in check, while tangy feta adds a pungent kick. Ingredients Cornmeal for sprinkling 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 cup chopped fennel 1 10-ounce package chopped frozen spinach, thawed Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 14-inch whole-grain…
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Saucy Salmon
1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 (14-ounce) can low-sodium diced tomatoes, juice included 1 (12-ounce) can low-sodium tomato sauce 1 (7-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained, rinsed and thinly sliced 2 dried whole red chile peppers 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon salt…
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Choc. mouse
1 large box of diet instant choc pudding (use fat free milk) 1 large container diet cool whip 1 box fat free cream cheese mix pudding then blend in the cream cheese and fold in cool whip it is a great help for those days your dying for some choc. Add a banna for some extra fun.
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This was SUCH a great dinner!
SO, last night the menu was chicken, asparagus, and potatos...simple yes...but please try! It was FABULOUS and the hubby LOVED it and he is one of the most picky eaters I know! The Chicken was marinaded all day with the following (as suggested by someone on MFP...I don't remember who)...1/2 cup dt. coke, 1/2 cup fat free…
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Sweet Potato Fries
I know we've covered this recipe tons. However, I am running out the door and want to make sure I have it right. Also, how do I get them to crisp up good. My father will be trying these and he's not real keen on healthy options to french fries. I want him to see their best potential.
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zuccini squash
need some good recipes. Dads garden just came in and i need some ideas besides frying. also has anyone ever froze zuccini? how did you do it?
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Breakfast Parfait for ONE
Breakfast Parfait for One Best Life Diet approved recipe! Here's a layered breakfast treat that combines sweet, smooth and crunchy in every bite! Prep Time:10 min Start to Finish:10 min Makes:1 serving 1 container (6 oz) Yoplait® Light Fat Free or Yoplait® Original 99% Fat Free yogurt (any fruit flavor) 1/3 cup Whole Grain…
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Piña Colada Freeze
PER SERVING (entire recipe): 156 calories, <0.5g fat, 41mg sodium, 18g carbs, 0.5g fiber, 12g sugars, 2g protein -- POINTS® value 3* Pssst... For a rockin' non-alcoholic smoothie, swap the rum in this recipe for an ounce of pineapple juice. Your virgin Caribbean sipper will have only 73 calories, <0.5g fat, 1g fiber and a…