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New Yummy Dessert
Found this on Eatingwell.com. We tried it and loved it!! Give it a try. It is quick and easy. ENJOY!!! The recipe yields enough filling for 4 individual crumbles. Double the recipe and bake it in an 8-inch-square glass baking dish; triple it and bake it in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish to have leftovers or serve a crowd.…
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Angel Food cake slightly went over the pan LOL
However....it was only a little. Turned out just fine in the end and this is what I did for a nice little dessert. A slice of cake (around 140 cals as per box) 2 tbsp of Source Dessert Yogurt - Lemon Meringue (100 g = 35 calories) 3 sliced strawberries = I dont know at the top of my head But it was sooooooooooooo good. The…
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soup recipe???
does anyone have a good homemade soup recipie? dosent matter what kind but i'm looking for some good ones! thanks a bunch
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Rockin' Raspberry-Peach Lemonade
(1 serving: 5 calories, 0g fat, 45mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g fiber, 0g sugars, 0g protein = 0 Points!) Whip up some of this tasty, thirst-quenching stuff and your fellow BBQers will thank you! Ingredients: 1 tub (8 servings) Crystal Light Lemonade drink mix 4 oz. Torani Sugar Free Raspberry Syrup 4 oz. Torani Sugar Free Peach…
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New Salad Dressing
You all have probably already thought of using Cottage Cheese, but I never had used it like this. Ok, I love dressing on my salad (and I mean a LOT of dressing!) But the stuff that tastes good is not so good for you! I've been trying some new things and I tried cottage cheese, but I also added a little bit of Tone's Asian…
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Appetizer!!
Help! I have to bring an appetizer to a ladies function this evening. Last month, I brought a really nice veggie tray with low-cal dip and I was the ONLY one who ate it! (Sadly, the other ladies don't have to worry about calories:cry: ). I'd like to bring something that looks good, but is really low cal....finger food. Any…
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Help! Need less Sodium
Hi everyone! I am finding that I am either over or right on the line of sodium intake. Can anyone give me some ideas for lunch & dinner that doesn't contain so much sodium. I would appreciate any help w/ this. To all good luck & thank you. All of you have been an inspiration to me & I keep you in my thoughts and prayers.…
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Sodium....PLEASE help me!!!!!!
I have said it before....i am addicted to sodium......I am looking for any dinner recipes that are full of flavor....but low in sodium....i would be doing so much better with this healthy lifestyle if I could nip the sodium in the butt......anyone got any recipes they wouldnt mind sharing......Thanks, april:tongue:
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Picky eater, hard to eat healthy-help!
My fiance, Brent, is a very picky eater. He dislikes most vegetables so it is difficult for me to find a way to include them in a meal. I don't eat enough to buy the variety I would like and end up throwing away veggies every week. I do buy frozen broccoli, corn, peas, and mixes (squash, onions, peppers etc). I'm looking…
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HG's Totally Taco Turkey Meatloaf
Made this tonight - so good!! Very highly recommend it - my 5 year old even ate it!! I skipped the extra pepper and onions - the amount that comes from the chunky salsa was enough for me. I also added a third slice of cheese to the middle layer - because I love cheese, even if it is Fat Free!!
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Yummy recipe to share
I made up a really quick and easy recipe tonight and thought I'd share! Mushroom Chicken Pasta Add to sautee pan and heat over medium until margarine melts: 1 Tablespoon Smart Balance 1 chicken boullion cube 1/2 cup water Add and cook until mushrooms are wilited: 1/2 package of thinkly sliced Baby Bella mushrooms 3 large…
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Shimp ideas?
I have a bag of frozen shrimp that I don't know what to do with! I have never cooked fresh or frozen shrimp so I'm not sure where or how to start. Any ideas?
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Fiber One ?
I've seen recipes using ground up fiber one as a coating. Are there any other cereals that anyone's used or can recommend instead?
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Low Cal Brownies?
Hello all - Is there a way I can look up recipes by topic on this site? For Memorial Day weekend, I am taking dessert to a party and thought about the diet soda cake or possibly brownies. I have the cake recipe...but can you share the Brownies recipe with me? I didn't see it in my search. Thank you.
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banana and roast honey
small banana up to 7 inch - 80 cals 1 tbls honey - 60 cals ( you could tecnically discount half of this on cooking as half left in tray) slice banana down middle and half drizzle honey on banana placed on baking tray with tin foil 180 degree oven 10 minutes delish - half honey is left on foil - you could take this off your…
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rhubarb and icecream - under 150 calories for large portion
3 rhubarb stalks - 32 cals icecream - full fat - 100 cals 3 tbls low fat - 100 cals - 5/6 tbls Splenda no calorie sweetener boil rhubarb and 10 minutes or longer depending on how soft you like it drain ALL water 5 tbls sweetener in 1/2 cup hot water mix up allow to cool a little in fridge then for few minute so it doesn't…
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Tiramisu Pudding
PER SERVING (entire recipe): 166 calories, 1g fat, 297mg sodium, 24g carbs, 0g fiber, 7g sugars, 14g protein -- POINTS® value 3* Face it -- ladyfingers are overrated. Here's a creamy, cocoa-dusted dream come true! Ingredients: 1/2 cup fat-free ricotta cheese 1/2 container Jell-O Sugar Free Vanilla Pudding Snack 1/4 cup…
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HG's Swirls Gone Wild Cheesecake Brownies
Brownie Points! Armed with our trusty can of pumpkin and a few more slick tricks, we set out to create a guilt-free version of the double whammy that is the cheesecake brownie. And we achieved success in under 6 hours (not record time, but impressive nonetheless). Read on for the fudgy 411! Ingredients: One box Pillsbury…
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Quickie Caramel Custard
PER SERVING (entire recipe): 88 calories, 0g fat, 61mg sodium, 8g carbs, <0.5g fiber, 6g sugars, 13g protein -- POINTS® value 2* Flan-flavored Fage? AMAZING! Ingredients: One 5.3-oz. container Fage Total 0% Greek Yogurt 1 tbsp. Splenda No Calorie Sweetener (granulated) 1 1/2 tsp. Torani Sugar Free Caramel Syrup 1/4 tsp.…
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Mini Microwave Triple Chocolate Cake
PER SERVING (entire recipe): 123 calories, 1g fat, 201mg sodium, 28g carbs, 0.75g fiber, 12g sugars, 2g protein -- POINTS® value 2* Yes, this is as good as it sounds. And no, we don't consider using a microwave "baking"! Ingredients: 2 tbsp. Pillsbury Moist Supreme Reduced Sugar Cake Mix, Devil's Food 2 tbsp. Cool Whip…
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I need a low calorie answer for peanut butter
Does anyone know how to make peanut butter less fattening? It is my challenge. I wish I could eat it without using up all my calorites :brokenheart:
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Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins
A yummy way to start the day with very little fat and lots of flavor! 1 cup old fashion rolled oats (not instant) 1 cup non-fat milk 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 2 egg whites 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. sugar raisins or nuts…
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Sexy Low-Fat Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes
1/2 cup vanilla soy yogurt 2/3 cup fat free vanilla or plain soy milk 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 3 tbl canola oil 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tbl cornstarch 3/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 10 oz of raspberry spreadable fruit for topping…
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Grilled Portobello Sandwich with Roasted Red Pepper Aioli
~ROASTED RED PEPPER AIOLI~ 1/2 cup Best Foods/Helman's Light Mayonnaise 3 cloves garlic, pressed 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice 7 oz roasted red pepper (2 large peppers) ~PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS~ 4 Large Portobello mushrooms 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp olive oil 1/8 tsp salt 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano 3 cloves garlic,…
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Vanilla Spice Oatmeal
3 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional 2 cups old-fashioned oats 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped, optional 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch nutmeg 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, plus more, to taste 1 cup lowfat milk, divided 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon In a medium saucepan, bring the water and…
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Spiced Nuts
1/2 cup pecans* 1/2 cup almonds* 1/3 cup pistachios* 1/3 cup cashews* 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds* 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1/8 teaspoon cayenne (or more to taste) 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/4 teaspoon salt Cooking spray *all nuts are shelled, unsalted and unroasted (raw) Preheat oven to 325 degrees…
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Spiced Red Wine-Poached Pears
2 cups dry red wine, such as cabernet or merlot 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar 1 orange, juiced (about 1/2 cup) 1 (1 by 3-inch) strip orange zest 1 cinnamon stick 2 cloves 4 firm, ripe pears In a 4-quart saucepan, combine wine, sugar, orange juice, zest, cinnamon stick and cloves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer…
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Chicken with Jerk Sauce and Cool Pineapple Salsa
For the salsa: 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 cup finely diced pineapple 1/3 cup finely diced, seeded English cucumber 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves For the chicken: 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, about 5 ounces each, pounded to 1/2-inch thick 1 cup chopped…
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Curried Butternut Squash Soup
1 tablespoon canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped (about 2 cups) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (2 1/2-pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons curry powder 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more, to taste 2 tablespoons honey 4…
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Broccoli Soup
2 Servings This is a simple broccoli soup that can be prepared quickly. Ingredients: 1 cup vegetable stock 3 cups chopped broccoli (about 1/2 large bunch) 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tsp grated ginger root 1 cup soy milk or skim milk 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion Instructions: 1. In a large…