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great recipes and websites
I just joined this site recently and have been reading a lot of posts. Just wanted to thank everybody for sharing so many great recipes as well as their favorite websites. This is just what I've been hoping to find somewhere. :flowerforyou:
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Mini Meatloaf
Makes approx. 21 muffins 2 lbs. Lean Ground beef 1 1/2 Cup Italian Bread Crumbs 1 Cup Partly Skimmed Mozzarella 2 egg whites 1 small onion diced 1 clove garlic minced 1/2 cup milk 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. black pepper 1/2 cup ketchup 2 tsp prepared mustard 1 tblsp. Splenda Brown Sugar Blend - In a large bowl mix the ground beef,…
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Mexican Pasta Salad
I made this last night...hadn't made it for years, and I forgot...how...good. It's from the Moosewood Restaurant Cookbook. The pasta combined with the beans makes a complete (meat-type) protein. It's low in fat, and high in complex carbs. Makes 2-3 generous meal-sized servings. 1 cup uncooked pasta (I use brown rice pasta,…
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Ham & Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Ham-&-Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Breasts Ingredients 1/4 cup grated Swiss, Monterey Jack or part-skim mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons chopped ham 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Freshly ground pepper to taste 4 each boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1-1 1/4 pounds total) 1 each egg white 1/2 cup plain dry breadcrumbs 2…
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Mushroom-Beef Stroganoff
Makes 4 servings, 3/4 cup each ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 2 hours EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 8 ounces beef top round, trimmed 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons paprika 1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium beef broth…
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Italian Asparagus
From Cooking Light-2002 Ingredients: 1 lb fresh asparagus spear 3/4 cup chopped tomato 2 tablespoons chopped green onion 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 teaspoons freshly grated parmesan cheese or asiago cheese Directions: 1.Snap off tough ends of asparagus. 2.Remove scales from…
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Tomato Salad
I LOVE this salad!!! It is almost tomato season so I thought I would post. The longer it sits the better it gets. Ingredients: 5 medium tomato, sliced in wedges 1/3 cup sliced onion 1-2 tablespoon olive oil 1-2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar(I like white balsamic for this salad) 2 leaves fresh basil, shredded salt & pepper…
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Marinated Pork Tenderloin
The best grilled meat ever!!! Ingredients 1 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon brown sugar 3 pork tenderloins Directions Place pork tenderloin in large ziploc bag. Peel and lightly crush garlic. Add garlic and ginger to bag. Whisk together soy sauce, olive oil and…
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Asparagus Salad with Beans and Feta
Asparagus is in season. Here is a light, fun recipe. Asparagus Salad with Beans and Feta So the beans and feta don't break up too much, gently toss the mixture with your hands. Ingredients 3 cups (1-inch) diagonally cut asparagus 1 cup canned cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup thinly sliced…
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Grilled Lime Ginger Pork Tenderloin
This was published in the St. Louis Dispatch in 1996. I have been making it ever since. I hope you like it as much as I do. Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 2 large garlic clove, crushed 2 tablespoons coarsely grated fresh ginger 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup 1 lb pork tenderloin pepper Directions: Combine lime juice,…
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emotional eater
I eat when I am bored. I eat when I am stressed. I eat when I am sad. I eat when I am angry. And yes...sometimes I even eat when I am hungry. To combat this I try to keep a water bottle handy, but what is a good snack that will satisfy? Something that I can eat a lot of and not feel guilty or get fatter with?? Is there…
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Balsamic Chicken with Baby Spinach
:heart: INGREDIENTS :heart: 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved 8 ounces baby spinach 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1 cup low-sodium canned chopped tomatoes with juice 2 cups whole wheat couscous, cooked :heart:…
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20 Minute Fish Tacos
This is super easy, most of time is spent chopping. Ingredients 4 frozen tilapia fillets, thawed 4 8-inch flour tortillas (I use the wheat ones) 1/4-1/3 head green cabbage Dressing: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 green onion, sliced or minced 1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno or serrano chili, to taste 1 tablespoon light…
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Confetti Salad
From Bon Appetit-circa 2006??? Ingredients: 1 cucumber, chopped 16 ounces baby peas, thawed 2 bunches radish, chopped 1 cup celery, chopped 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped a SMALL, SMALL, SMALL amount of ranch salad dressing,(just enough to lightly coat salad, the water from the ingredients helps to create more dressing)…
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Pound Cake
Pound cake is usually a diet-killer with all that butter, but I just came across this recipe. 5 tablespoons reduced-far margarine or light butter 1 1/4 cups sugar (or substitute splenda) 3 egg whites 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 2/3 cups unbleached flour 1/2 cup oat bran 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup vanilla or lemon…
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Greek-Style Stuffed Peppers
1 pound lean ground beef 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1 medium zucchini, coarsely grated (about 2 cups) 1 small onion, minced (about 1 cup) 1/2 cup bulghur 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 red bell peppers, halved…
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Tortilla Lasagna
I got this idea from Rachel Ray. It was very very good! I don't know if the nutrition facts are correct... I have my 2 yo on my lap... you know how that goes :ohwell: .... maybe not:angry: Anywho.... 3 flour tortillas 6 oz.(before cooking) of ground turkey 1/2 cup Healthy Choice Traditional sauce 1/2 cup Fat free ricotta…
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Chopped Salad with Lemon and Dill
5 cups shredded romaine lettuce (about 1 head) 2 cups shredded radicchio (1/2 head) 2 scallions, chopped 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh dill, or 1 teaspoon dried Salt and freshly ground black pepper In a large bowl toss together the romaine, radicchio, and scallions. In a small bowl,…
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waffle recipe needed
I hope you can help... Sunday morning is usually waffles for the kids, but I'm trying to find a lighter version that won't totally gum up the waffle iron... I"ve tried a few but no luck yet. Does anyone have any suggestions or recipes they've tried that are light and still cook up okay?
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Cornmeal-Crusted Roasted Ratatouille Tart
Crust: 2/3 cup yellow cornmeal 1/3 cup whole-grain pastry flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons canola oil 3 tablespoons water Filling: 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 shallots, thinly sliced (about 1/3 cup) Cooking spray 1/2 pound thinly sliced eggplant rounds (about 1/3 medium eggplant) 1…
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Oven Fried Sesame Chicken
Low Fat and Low Fat Calorie Recipe! :heart: INGREDIENTS:heart: 4 chicken breasts halves (3-ounce each), boneless and skinless 2 tablespoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons sesame seeds 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper :heart: DIRECTIONS:heart: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a baking dish…
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Asparagus and Avocado Wraps
Low fat and low calorie recipe! :heart: INGREDIENTS:heart: 24 spears asparagus 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 cups cooked cold long-grain white rice 3 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt 3 whole wheat tortillas, 10 inches in diameter 1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves 2…
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Savory Grilled Tofu On-A-Stick
Soy Food, Dairy-Free, Vegan Easy to make and fun to eat, this crispy wake-up-your-tastebuds tofu provides a delicious vegan version of traditional corn dogs. Sweet and hot mustard is the secret ingredient in the tangy, delicious coating. Serves 4 Equipment needed: Paper towels for blotting tofu; 6 skewers, if grilling. 1…
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Grilled Veggie Pinwheels
Dairy-Free, Vegan Hittin' the grill for dinner tonight? For a quick and easy addition to your lunch tomorrow try grilling a few slices of vegetables. These colorful pinwheels are a good way to add healthful veggies to your lunchbox. They're also a tasty after school snack. Makes about 12 pinwheels 1 piece whole wheat…
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Grilled Tilapia Piccata en Papillote
Sweet, mild tilapia blends exceeding well with lemon, capers, butter and white wine in this deceptively easy meal. The parchment paper lends a fancy touch to a very simple and fast dish. Serves 2 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 2 tilapia fillets (about 6 ounces each), skinned, rinsed and patted dry 1 teaspoon olive oil,…
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Turkey Burgers with Roasted Red Pepper and Avocado Salsa
Serves 4 Burgers 1 pound ground turkey 2 eggs 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons plain bread crumbs 1/2 cup favorite cheese, finely grated 2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Salsa 1 ripe avocado, finely diced 1/2 pound roasted red pepper, finely diced 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons…
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Grilled Chicken Sausage and Red Pear Skewers
Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free Combine your favorite savory sausage with juicy red Bartlett pear and marinate in a balsamic vinegar base before grilling. Grilling up an assortment of appetizers starts your celebration with a tasty bang. Serves 6 as an appetizer 2 fully cooked gluten-free chicken sausages, cut into 12 pieces 1 red…
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Marinated Rib Eye with Lemon Pepper Sauce
Serves 4 4 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons tamari 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 (1 pound) Rib Eye steak 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons sugar Combine honey, tamari and Worcestershire sauce. Marinate beef in this mixture for at least 1 hour. Combine…
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Marinara Sauce
4 Serving Every cook needs a good recipe for marinara sauce. This one can be prepared in less than an hour and used in many ways. It is traditionally served over pasta, but is equally delicious with polenta or rice. It also makes a wonderful sauce for grilled vegetables or baked tempeh or tofu. Tomatoes cooked with oil…
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Chocolate Ricotta
Two 1/4-cup servings This high-calcium "pudding" has the benefits of cocoa and cinnamon - and the flavor of Mexico. Experiment with different brands of ricotta - they have different textures and flavors. Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1/2 cup lowfat ricotta cheese 2 tbsp mild honey 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 tsp vanilla…