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Passionate White Sangria
Passionate White Sangría Add the ginger ale just before serving. You could save a few calories by using diet ginger-ale Ingredients 3 cups pineapple juice 1 cup white grape juice 1 cup passionfruit juice 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1 (750-milliliter) bottle Riesling or other slightly sweet white wine 1 (12-ounce) can ginger…
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Potato Fries
I usually use Idaho potatoes for this. Slice your potatoes into 8ths long ways. Place them in a bowl and add chopped fresh rosemary (or dried), garlic salt, parmesan cheese (however much you want) and drizzle olive oil over it. Toss them to coat and place them on a greased cookie sheet (actually, I use my jelly roll pan)…
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HG's 3-for-1 special cherry vodkatini
4 1/2 oz vodka 1/2 packet (one 5-calorie serving) sugar-free powdered cherry drink mix 3 oz diet cherry lemon-lime soda or diet black cherry soda 8-10 ice cubes Dissolve the drink mix into 6 oz of cold water. Stir thoroughly. Combine mixture with vodka and ice, put it in shaker (or some other glass with a lid), cover…
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HG's Mojito Madness
6 oz diet lemon-lime soda 12 mint leaves 1/4 lime, cut into slices 1 1/2 oz rum 5-8 ice cubes optional: additional mint leaves and lime wedges for garnish Muddle (aka pulverize) the mint and lime in a glass. Add the soda and rum, stir well. Add ice and enjoy!! Feel free to garnish with lime & mint. 104 calories 0g fat 19mg…
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Vegetable Quiche Cups To Go
I have made these several times, they are quite tastey. DO NOT USE FAT FREE CHEESE, it makes them yucky, stick to the reduced fat. I also add chopped mushrooms and this yeilds way more than 6, I think I got 12. The recipe is kind of chunky so I pour more egg beaters over the top of each one. I make these on a Sunday and…
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Skinny Girl Margarita (For Ali!) hehe
The Skinny Girls Margarita On the Rocks What you'll need: 2 oz of clear Tequila (100% agave, Patron Silver) (count 1, 2 while you pour, no need for measuring) A splash of fresh lime juice (lots of lime if you like it that way) A splash of Cointreau, Grand Marnier or Triple Sec Combine all ingredients over a glass of ice…
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SUPER EASY Smoothie
I don't know if this has been posted before, and quite frankly I'm too lazy to look:blushing: This is what I eat alot for breakfast, after I run, I typically don't eat before I run. I had one tonite after dinner for dessert, and my belly is so full, just call me Al Bundy. Anyway here it is, it makes alot, probably 2…
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Roasted Artichoke
I love to steam fresh artichokes. They are fun to eat and very delicious. Tonight I tried roasting them, and wow, what a difference. I love artichokes even more now! Roasting them really intensifies the flavor. To prepare: Cut artichokes in half lengthwise. Core out the "choke" and tiny leaves from the center. Place in a…
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Tilapia Quesadilla
This is another of my last minute concoctions, let me know what you think! An advance warning, the numbers are a little high because I didn't use fat free/low sodium/low carb anything to make this... just normal cheese and tortillas. If you use fat free or low sodium ones, or make your own you can knock down the numbers…
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Yes you can fondue!
Okay, I love fondue... all that oil, cheese mmmm. :love: So I was ready to eat little when I went to a friend's house for a fondue. To my surprise it was done in broth - chicken broth with ginger and another with beef broth and garlic. We cooked veggies and meat in the broth and it was delicious. I'd never heard of a broth…
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Feta Pasta Salad
I don't know how many calories, but I do know it came from Fitness magazine 8 oz whole wheat pasta 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 roma tomatoes, chopped 1 cup sliced green onion 1/3 cup sliced pitted ripe olives 3 tbsp. fresh basil 1/2 tsp. black pepper 2 tsp. olive oil 1 4 oz pkg crumbled fat free feta cheese Cook pasta.…
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Garden Pasta Salad
To make this salad more substantial, you can toss in canned chunk light tuna, cooked chicken or flavored baked tofu. Makes 6 servings, 1 cup each ACTIVE TIME: 35 minutes TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy 2 cups whole-wheat rotini (6 ounces) 1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 1/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt 2…
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Whole Wheat Spaghetti Aglio e Oglio (Garlic and Oil)
An Italian Family Tradition! ( Except growing up my Mom didn't make it with whole wheat pasta!!) :heart: INGREDIENTS:heart: 3 cloves of garlic 16 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt Red Chile Flakes 350 g (12 oz) dried Whole Wheat Spaghetti Parmesan cheese (optional) :heart: DIRECTIONS:heart: Bring a large pan of…
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Edamame Salad
From the South Beach Diet Website: This recipe is very satisfying, thanks to protein- and fiber-rich edamame. If you can't easily find edamame, you may substitute chickpeas. Serves: 2 Ingredients: 8 ounces frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans) 1 ounce seasoned rice vinegar 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil 1⁄8 teaspoon salt…
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Mediterranean Pork Chops
Here's a sample Sonoma Diet Recipe. They send a newsletter with a weekly recipe. Mediterranean Pork Chops The garlic and rosemary make these Mediterranean chops mouthwatering! PREP: 10 minutes ROAST: 35 minutes OVEN: 425°F/350°F MAKES: 4 servings 4 boneless or bone-in pork loin chops, cut 1/2 inch thick (1 to 1 1/2 pounds)…
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tomato recipe
anyone got a fairly easy recipe that uses a lot of tomatos? because i have about 2kg of tomatoes and i want to use most of them before they go off the only thing i can really think of is making like tomato soup or tomato pasta sauce but am sure that will yield more than i can eat coz i am but one person lol (though my…
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pepper steak & couscous
This is a simple recipe I whip up in a minute at home. You can buy small pepper steaks at the market. Marinate it with soy sauce, salt & pepper. You can let it sit overnight. Heat chicken or vegetable broth in a small saucepan until boiled. Pour broth over couscous and let cook. (They cook in only a few minutes) Cook…
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Simple Thin Crust Pizza
Made these completely on a whim earlier. They turned out really well. What to use: 1/4 Tsp minced garlic 1/4 cup tomato sauce 1oz mozzarella cheese 1/2 tsp basil 1/2 tsp mexican oregano (any oregano will work, mexican tends to have a bit more flavor imo) 1 whole wheat tortilla (i used Manny's) Preheat oven to 350 degrees…
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Cornbread
Cornbread 4 Servings One of the most popular American quick breads, cornbread is traditionally made with milk or buttermilk and eggs. This vegan alternative can be spiced up with chopped jalapenos or green chile for a delicious Southwestern twist. Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups yellow cornmeal (organic and stone ground, if…
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Roasted Red Peppers, White Beans and Pesto
2 Servings This is a quick pantry dish with intense flavors. Ingredients: 1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers, cut in strips 1 15-oz can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp prepared pesto Instructions: 1. Mix together red peppers, beans and garlic in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat until…
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Chinese-Style Broccoli
South Beach Diet says:Ordinary broccoli springs to life with this garlicky lemon-soy dressing. Serve it with any Asian-flavored dish or even a simple grilled chicken or shrimp skewer. Makes 2 (1-cup) servings Prep time: 10 minutes Start to finish: 8 minutes Ingredients 1/2 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 (1…
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Whole-Wheat Pizza Margherita
And another from the SOuth Beach Diet website:smile: Serves: 8 Note: If you don't have a rolling pin, use a wine bottle or stretch the dough out with your hands. If the dough springs back too much, let it rest for 3 minutes to relax the gluten. The cornmeal on the pizza stone or baking sheet makes the crust dry and…
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies
Another from the South Beach Diet website. I love PB and J's but haven't tried these yet. Serves: 12 (2-piece servings) Ingredients: 3/4 cup granular sugar substitute 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup creamy trans-fat-free peanut butter 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup sugar-free jam, any flavor Directions:…
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Smoked Turkey Wrapped Asparagus
12 asparagus spears 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 thin slices smoked turkey (about 1/4 pound) 12 chives, optional Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Break the woody end off each asparagus spear and peel the outermost layer off the lower 3/4 of the spear with a vegetable peeler. Place asparagus on a large plate,…
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Roasted Red Pepper Dip
1/3 cup whole natural almonds 1 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon shallot 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Put the nuts on a baking sheet and toast until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Let cool. Put the nuts into a processor and finely…
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Pomegranate Champagne Cocktail
1 teaspoon fresh pomegranate arils, optional 4 ounces Champagne 1/2 teaspoon store bought pomegranate juice 1 teaspoon cassis Place fresh pomegranate arils, if using, into a Champagne flute. Pour Champagne into flute, add pomegranate juice and cassis. Nutrition Information Nutritional Analysis per Serving Calories: 95…
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L.O.V.E. Wrap Sandwich (Lettuce, Onion, Vegetable, Egg Salad
8 hard boiled eggs 4 teaspoons mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped Salt and pepper 4 pieces whole-wheat wrap bread (9 inches in diameter) 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips 12 thin slices red onion 8 leaves romaine lettuce, torn into pieces (about 1/2 cup) Dice 4 whole eggs and 4…
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strawberry fluff
16 oz lowfat cottage cheese small tub fat free cool whip small package strawberry jello 6-8 strawberries cubed mix together and enjoy cals 87 fat 1 carb9
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Lemon Garlic Tilapia
I have no cooking ability what-so-ever and decided to cook this tonight. It turned out awesome. I'm not sure if it was posted before, but here it is again in case. INGREDIENTS * 4 tilapia fillets * 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice * 1 tablespoon butter, melted * 1 clove garlic, finely chopped * 1 teaspoon dried parsley…
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Guiltless French Fries
I just tried this and it was great. Wow we can have fries. MMMM MMMM Ingredients: 1 med. Potatoe 1 Large Egg White Spices (your choice) Cut potatoe into thin french fry-size strips. In a bowl whip egg white until foamy, add spices. Add potatoe and toss to coat well. Spread potatoes on a non stick cookie sheet in a single…