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Fat Free Granola Bars
Fat Free Granola Bars - fatfree Yield: 36 servings 1 1/2 c Fat free granola; (health valley) 1 1/2 c Whole wheat flour 3/4 ts Baking soda 3/4 ts Cream of tartar 1 ts Cinnamon 1/4 ts Ground cloves 1/4 ts Nutmeg 3/4 c Honey 4 oz sweet potato puree 2 Egg whites; lightly beaten 1 ts Vanilla 1 c Raisins; (chopped optional)…
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Wrapped in Lettuce
I wrap everything that goes on a bun, between bread or in a torilla in lettuce. It's great and you don't miss the bread. I've even ordered a hamburger at a restaurant and asked them for a large piece of lettuce instead of the bun. Try it, you'll love it. It saves a lot of empty calories since most people eat white bread…
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kids like it recipe
I actually found something that my kids like: I made my own salmon patties and we ate them like burgers 1can of demings salmon 1 egg or egg white 1/2 cup oatmeal mix like meatloaf make into patties fry in a pan sprayed with no stick. We ate them with lettuce, lite mayo and pickle relish They were great Tranne
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Healthy holiday food
I am starting this topic with the upcoming holidays in mind. I have no idea what to cook or how to change any traditional recipes, so I thought we could put our ideas together. If you have any holiday recipes, sweet or not, please post them and share.
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Healthy Energy Bars
Healthy Energy Bars Ingredients 1 cup quick cooking rolled oats 1/4 cup raw unsalted sunflower seeds 14 cup flax seeds, ground 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ 1/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup raw almonds 1/2 cup dried cherries 1/2 cup pitted dried dates 1/2 cup powdered nonfat dry milk 1/2…
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Hummus
Hummus A straightforward hummus that may be augmented with roasted red peppers or olies. Serve with crackers, flat breads or on a pita 20 Minutes to Prepare and Cook Ingredients 2 (15.5 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained 4 tablespooons lemon juice 6 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 3 tablespoons tahini 1/4 teaspon crused…
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Crustless Pumpkin Pie
Sugar Free Pumpkin Custard 15 Minutes to Prepare and Cook Ingredients 1 3/4 cup (1 small can) canned pumpkin 2 eggs 1 c. skim milk 2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ginger 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 c. Altern (walmart brand) no calorie sweetener Directions Put all ingredients in a microwave safe bowl. Beat with a wire whisk to mix. Put in…
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Turkey stuffing
Turkey stuffing Ingredients 16 oz package baby carrots 2 large raw onions 8 large celery stalks 1 Package Knorr's Dry vegetable soup mix 1.5 cups Kashi Vive graham & vanilla cereal 1.5 cups Kashi Good friends cereal 1 cup quick cooking Irish oatmeal (McCann's) 1/3 cup unprocessed bran(Quakers) 2 tablespoons milled flax…
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Grilled Stuffed Portobellos
Grilled Stuffed Portobellos Ingredients 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 large lemon, juiced 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), plus more, for drizzling 4 medium to large portobello mushroom caps Coarse salt and black pepper, or grill seasoning 3 large, firm plum tomatoes, seeded…
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Southwest BBQ Chic w Tomato Red Pepper Dressing
Southwest Barbecued Chicken with Tomato Red Pepper Dressing 2 Servings This is a spicy, healthy version of the classic favorite. You can cook the chicken in the oven or on the grill. Ingredients: 4 tbsp Tomato Red Pepper Salad Dressing (recipe follows) 1 tsp red chile powder 1 tsp canola oil 1/2 tsp honey (optional) 2…
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Drunken berries
Good morning everyone! I wanted to share a recipe I used last night and it was a hit! I know there is some concern regarding artificial sweetners, so if you'd rather use regular sugar, it will still be a light yummy treat. Mixed berries (frozen or fresh)... make sure to get blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, etc. Put…
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Turkey Burger
I made this last night with my sweet potato fries. It was great, and the kids enjoyed it too. 1 lb lean ground turkey 1 zucinni (spell) grate it with your cheese grater 2-3 cloves of galic minched or you can grate 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 carrot grated 1/2 tsp grill seasoning 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper in a pan over high…
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I don't like to cook Help:laugh:
Does any one have filling, easy low cal food suggestions that kids like too?
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
I made these last weekend and my office and husband thought they were great (I did too and now I am craving some). The calories seem high, but that is based on if you had only 12 slices out of a 13x9 pan. Those are huge pieces! I had about double that many servings. Ingredients Crust: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (6 3/4…
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50-Calorie Decadent Iced Coffee
This iced beverage is big on taste but low in calories. Ice 1/5 cup nonfat milk 1 cup coffee 1 packet Splenda 1 tbsp fat free whipped topping Handful of chocolate chips Fill cup halfway with ice. Add Splenda packet. Add 1/5 cup skim milk. Fill with coffee, stir until cold. Top with whipped topping. Sprinkle 5-6 chocolate…
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Veggie Soup with Okra and Tomatoes ~ With or Without Chicken
Veggie Soup with Okra and Tomatoes ~ With or Without Chicken ~ Your Choice 1 - ½ pounds Chicken Tenderloins - boneless skinless 1 - Cup Chopped Onion 4 - Chicken Bouillon Cubes 1 - 8 oz. Can Hunt’s Tomato Sauce with Basil Garlic and Oregano 1 - 14.5 oz. Can Del Monte Stewed Tomatoes Original Recipe with Onions, Celery and…
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Quick fix lunch or dinner
If you have left over chicken Cut it up and set aside. In a skillet-heat up some olive oil-just enough to saute your veggies throw in some broc, zuch, onion, bell pepper, and carrots cook until the onions are carmalized. Add salt, pepper and garlic and a splash of Tery sauce if you have can't believe it's not butter…
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I need a recipe
Ok years ago I had a great recipe for mock mayonaise. I have lost it over the years and I would really like to find one that I will like and is simple. I know there are alot of different ones out there I just haven't found one to my liking yet. So if anyone has one they like please post it. I can't stand the low-fat…
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amazing seasoning salt...without the sodium
it would take me forever to copy out the recipe, but it is awesome... http://homecooking.about.com/od/spicerecipes/r/blspice1.htm takes a bit to put together, but well worth it not sure what to put as nutritional information though, lol...
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CHICKEN WITH A MUSTARD SPREAD
I WAS PLAYING WITH SOME IDEAS FOR CHICKEN. 2 TBLS SPICY BROWN MUSTARD 1 TSP FRESH CHOPPED CHIVES 1 TSP FRESH ROSEMARY 1 TSP FRESH FLAT LEAF PARSLEY 1/4 TSP PAPARIKA 3 CLOVES OF MINCHED GARLIC 1 TBL EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL. PINCH OF SALT AND PEPPER MIX TOGETHER AND SPREAD OVER YOUR CHICKEN. LET SIT IN THE FRIDGE FOR ABOUT 1…
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Thank you!!!!
Thank you so much for posting all the recipies. I will definitely check some of them out. I love trying some new things that still work in my diet.
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Turkey and Sweet-Potato Soup
2 tablespoons butter 1 onion, cut into thin slices 1 1/2 teaspoons dried sage 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 1/2 quarts canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 pound green beans, cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper 1 pound turkey…
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Nacho Turkey Casserole
5 cups slightly crushed tortilla chips 4 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken 2 16-ounce jars salsa 1 10-ounce package frozen whole kernel corn 1/2 cup dairy sour cream 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeno peppers or mozzarella cheese . Lightly grease a 3-quart…
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Taco Pasta
8 ounces dried penne (whole wheat pasta) 2 pounds uncooked ground chicken 1 cup chopped onion 1-1/2 cups water 1 1-1/4-ounce envelope taco seasoning mix 2 11-ounce cans whole kernel corn with sweet peppers, drained 2 cups sliced pitted ripe olives 2 cups ( 8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup salsa 2 4-ounce cans diced…
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Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers
1 tablespoon margarine or butter 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 1 10-3/4-ounce can reduced-fat and reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 cup water or chicken broth (low sodium) 1 single-serving-size envelope instant onion soup mix (about 1 tablespoon) 4 cups cubed cooked chicken 3 cups hot cooked rice (brown…
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My Own Pasta Bake
8 ounces dried penne (whole wheat pasta) 1 14-ounce can whole Italian-style tomatoes, undrained 1/2 of a 6-ounce can (1/3 cup) Italian-style tomato paste 1/4 cup tomato juice 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed, or 2 teaspoons snipped fresh oregano 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 pound lean ground beef…
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Mushroom-and-Egg Casserole
4 slices prosciutto (about 1-1/2 ounces) or bacon (turkey bacon) 8 scallions or green onions, thinly sliced (about 2/3 cup) 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1 pound fresh shiitake* and/or button mushrooms, sliced 8 eggs or egg substitute 1 cup milk (skim) 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar…
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Vegetarian Lasagna
8 dried lasagna noodles 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped broccoli 1 14-1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 15-ounce can no salt added tomato sauce 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped green or red sweet pepper 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil or oregano, crushed 2 bay leaves 1 clove garlic, minced 1 beaten egg 2…
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Oven Baked Onion Rings
1/4 c +2 tbsp flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/8 tsp ground red pepper 1 large peeled Spanish onion cut into 1/4 slices 3 egg whites, lightly beaten 3/4 c dried bread crumbs Preheat oven to 400. Spray nonstick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. On sheet of wax paper, combine flour, salt and red pepper. Separate onion slices…
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Spiced Pumpkin Cake
Spiced Pumpkin Cake Makes 4 servings 1/2 c. plus 2 tbsp. enriched flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg dash each ground cloves and salt 2 eggs, separated 1/4 c. canned pumpkin 3 tbsp. water artificial sweetener to equal 6 tsp. sugar Note: I don't use sweetener but use 4 tsp. honey 1 tbsp. plus 1…