Looking for those who have 100+ to lose - COOKBOOK

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  • unita
    unita Posts: 7
    Hiya,
    A lot of people have just written 'bump' . As I'm new to this forum, Just wondering what does it mean. ?
  • It's to get the post to the top of it's category.
  • pjsatticPhoebeWaleskaGA
    pjsatticPhoebeWaleskaGA Posts: 1,701 Member
    Hiya,
    A lot of people have just written 'bump' . As I'm new to this forum, Just wondering what does it mean. ?

    When you go to 'my topics', you will find the topic you 'bumped' easily. Kind of like bookmarks
  • JadazV
    JadazV Posts: 26
    Good to know. Was kind of confused about all those "bumps" in posts. Thought it was spam.

    I tried this recipe the other day and my sister (Jamaicangirl81) and loved them.

    "Spicy Oven-roasted potato wedges"

    Ingredients:
    3 large irish potatoes, cut into 1 cm strips lengthwise.
    3 tbsp paprika
    3 tbsp Cayenne pepper
    3 tbsp Mrs. Dash original spice
    1 tbsp butter, melted
    2 tbsp ground black pepper
    1 tbsp salt
    1 tsp ground thyme

    1. Lightly grease a baking sheet with Pam Original.
    2. Heat oven to high setting (I used 230 C on my oven)

    3. Boil potato strips until just about tender (8-10 min). Drain
    4. Add melted butter to pot and shake, lightly coating the strips
    5. In a separate pan, mix dry ingredients.
    6. Lightly dust the wedges in the mix until evenly coated. Place on sheet.
    7. Bake in oven for approx. 10 min per side until brown .

    Around 150 calories per 100g (cooked)
  • thanks all who put recipes up. I saved them so I can use them!!! going shopping tonight!!
  • bradynsmom
    bradynsmom Posts: 23 Member
    Caribbean Jerk Chicken (or Pork)
    1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix
    2 tablespoons brown sugar
    2 tablespoons oil
    2 tablespoons soy sauce
    1 teaspoon cinnamon
    1 teaspoon thyme
    1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
    2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces

    Mix everything together and let set for 1 hour or over night then grill.

    This was a weight watchers recipe from a friend and was a 4 point recipe.
  • Blueberry-Coconut-Macadamia Nut Muffins

    Ingredients:

    1/4 cup unsweetened coconut
    2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided
    2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup brown sugar, divided
    5 tablespoons chopped macadamia nuts, divided
    2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
    1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour (see Source) or whole-wheat flour
    1 teaspoon baking powder
    1/4 teaspoon baking soda
    1/8 teaspoon salt
    1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    1 large egg
    1 large egg white
    3/4 cup nonfat buttermilk (see Tip)
    2 tablespoons butter, melted
    1/2 teaspoon coconut or vanilla extract
    1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen (not thawed) blueberries

    Directions:

    1) Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray.

    2) Combine coconut, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 2 tablespoons macadamia nuts in a small bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil; stir to combine. Set aside.

    3) Whisk the remaining 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, whole-wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Whisk the remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar, the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, egg, egg white, buttermilk, butter and coconut (or vanilla) extract in a medium bowl until well combined. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients; stir until just combined. Add blueberries and the remaining 3 tablespoons nuts; stir just to combine. Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle with the reserved coconut topping and gently press into the batter.

    4) Bake the muffins until golden brown and a wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and let cool on a wire rack at least 5 minutes more before serving.

    Calories: 202
    Fat: 9g
    Saturated: 3g
    Mono: 4g
    Cholesterol: 23mg
    Carbohydrates: 28g
    Protein: 4g
    Fiber: 2g
    Sodium: 122mg
  • Quick Breakfast Taco

    Ingredients:

    2 corn tortillas
    1 tablespoon salsa
    2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
    1/2 cup liquid egg substitute, such as Egg Beaters

    Directions:

    1) Top tortillas with salsa and cheese. Heat in the microwave until the cheese is melted, about 30 seconds.

    2) Meanwhile coat a small nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat, add egg substitute and cook, stirring, until the eggs are cooked through, about 90 seconds. Divide the scrambled egg between the tacos.

    Calories: 153
    Fat: 2g
    Saturated: 1g
    Mono: 0g
    Cholesterol: 3mg
    Carbohydrates: 15g
    Protein: 17g
    Fiber: 0g
    Sodium: 453mg
  • Gary1977
    Gary1977 Posts: 804 Member
    sounds nice! BUMP:smile:
  • Gary1977
    Gary1977 Posts: 804 Member
    Quick Breakfast Taco

    Ingredients:

    2 corn tortillas
    1 tablespoon salsa
    2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
    1/2 cup liquid egg substitute, such as Egg Beaters

    Directions:

    1) Top tortillas with salsa and cheese. Heat in the microwave until the cheese is melted, about 30 seconds.

    2) Meanwhile coat a small nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat, add egg substitute and cook, stirring, until the eggs are cooked through, about 90 seconds. Divide the scrambled egg between the tacos.

    Calories: 153
    Fat: 2g
    Saturated: 1g
    Mono: 0g
    Cholesterol: 3mg
    Carbohydrates: 15g
    Protein: 17g
    Fiber: 0g
    Sodium: 453mg

    Nice idea! May I add that replacing corn tortillas with Ole high fiber low carb wraps would make it even better. I especially love the tomato basil wraps they have. Check it out.
  • AngieM76
    AngieM76 Posts: 622 Member
    bump
  • jessical30
    jessical30 Posts: 49 Member
    All these recipes sounds awesome!!! cant wait to try some of them!!!

    Thanks for Sharing !!
  • Chicken Parmesan Sub (Makes 4 subs)

    Ingredients:

    1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
    1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
    1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 large breasts cut into 4 portions or 4 small breasts)
    4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
    2 6-ounce bags baby spinach
    1 cup marinara sauce, preferably low-sodium
    1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
    4 soft whole-wheat sandwich rolls, toasted

    Directions:

    1) Position oven rack in top position; preheat broiler.

    2) Combine flour, salt and pepper in a shallow dish. Place chicken between 2 large pieces of plastic wrap. Pound with the smooth side of a meat mallet or a heavy saucepan until the chicken is an even 1/4-inch thickness. Dip the chicken in the flour mixture and turn to coat.

    3) Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add spinach and cook, stirring often, until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.

    4) Add 1 teaspoon oil to the pan. Add half the chicken and cook until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a large baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and chicken; transfer to the baking sheet.

    5) Top each piece of chicken with the wilted spinach, marinara sauce and Parmesan. Sprinkle with mozzarella. Broil until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Serve on rolls.

    Calories: 467
    Fat: 13g
    Saturated: 4g
    Mono: 5g
    Cholesterol: 78mg
    Carbohydrates: 48g
    Protein: 42g
    Fiber: 5g
    Sodium: 762mg

    * This is a meal, not a snack.
  • bump
  • There are many, many ways to make my recipes healthier, but since I have the nutritional info for them as is, that is what I am posting.

    If anyone wants to do the edits and math for the lower cal/fat/sodium options, feel free and then repost!

    These recipes come from my gym's website, which is a paid membership so I am sharing them all with you. Many more to come :)
  • Grilled Eggplant Panini (Makes 4 sandwiches)

    Ingredients:

    2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
    2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
    2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
    8 1/2-inch slices eggplant (about 1 small)
    1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
    8 slices whole-grain country bread
    8 thin slices fresh mozzarella cheese
    1/3 cup sliced jarred roasted red peppers
    4 thin slices red onion

    Directions:

    1) Preheat grill to medium-high.

    2) Combine mayonnaise and basil in a small bowl. Using 1 tablespoon oil, lightly brush both sides of eggplant and sprinkle each slice with garlic salt. With the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, brush one side of each slice of bread.

    3) Grill the eggplant for 6 minutes, turn with a spatula, top with cheese, and continue grilling until the cheese is melted and the eggplant is tender, about 4 minutes more. Toast the bread on the grill, 1 to 2 minutes per side.

    4) To assemble sandwiches: Spread basil mayonnaise on four slices of bread. Top with the cheesy eggplant, red peppers, onion and the remaining slices of bread. Cut in half and serve warm.

    Calories:337
    Fat: 16g
    Saturated: 6g
    Mono: 6g
    Cholesterol: 22mg
    Carbohydrates: 36g
    Protein: 12g
    Fiber: 7g
    Sodium: 659mg

    Nutrition bonus: Folate (28% daily value), Calcium (25% dv), Selenium (23% dv), Iron (15% dv).
    2 Carbohydrate Servings
  • ohfong77
    ohfong77 Posts: 30 Member
    What does bump mean??
  • What does bump mean??

    It brings it to the top of your topics. Not sure why people do it so much though. I'm still new here :)
  • tammykoon
    tammykoon Posts: 298 Member
    Bump! Bump! Bump!:bigsmile:
  • tammykoon
    tammykoon Posts: 298 Member
    What does bump mean??

    It brings it to the top of your topics. Not sure why people do it so much though. I'm still new here :)

    I do it when I don't have time to read through a thread that will be amazing
  • 1crazymom
    1crazymom Posts: 434 Member
    Grilled talapia seasoned with salt, pepper, lime juice and zest!( Paula Deen recipe,we leave out the butter!) Great with roasted asparagus seasoned the same way.
  • deborahmorris
    deborahmorris Posts: 177 Member
    I just saw this....I have been looking for something like this....I love new recipes and this is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:flowerforyou:
  • chynapassion
    chynapassion Posts: 11 Member
    Sounds good i might have to try the "Spicy Oven-roasted potato wedges
  • mochama12487
    mochama12487 Posts: 130 Member
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  • Tuna Melt (Makes 4 sandwiches)

    Ingredients:

    12 ounces canned chunk light tuna, drained (see note below)
    1 medium shallot, minced (2 tablespoons)
    2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
    1 tablespoon lemon juice
    1 tablespoon minced flat-leaf parsley
    1/8 teaspoon salt
    Dash of hot sauce
    Freshly ground pepper to taste
    4 slices whole-wheat bread, toasted
    2 tomatoes, sliced
    1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

    Directions:

    1) Preheat broiler.

    2) Combine tuna, shallot, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, salt, hot sauce and pepper in a medium bowl. Spread 1/4 cup of the tuna mixture on each slice of toast; top with tomato slices and 2 tablespoons cheese. Place sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.

    Calories: 252
    Fat: 6g
    Saturated: 3g
    Mono: 0g
    Carbohydrates: 16g
    Protein: 31g
    Cholesterol: 66mg
    Sodium: 408mg
    Fiber: 3g

    Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A & Vitamin C (20% daily value).
    1 Carbohydrate Serving
    Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 vegetable, 3 very lean meat, 1/2 high-fat meat

    Note: Chunk light tuna, which comes from the smaller skipjack or yellowfin, has less mercury than canned white albacore tuna. FDA/EPA advice recommends no more than 6 ounces of albacore a week; up to 12 ounces canned light is considered safe.
  • Slow-Cooked Provencal Beef Stew (Makes 10 servings, about 1 1/3 cups each)

    Ingredients:

    Bouquet Garni -

    2 large green leek leaves (about 6 inches long)
    1 bay leaf
    1 stalk celery
    2 sprigs fresh parsley, with stems
    3 sprigs fresh thyme
    1 2-inch-long strip tangerine or orange peel

    Stew -

    3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
    2 ounces pancetta or bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
    3 pounds beef stew meat, such as chuck, trimmed and cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch pieces
    2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
    1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
    2 medium yellow or red onions, chopped
    3 cloves garlic, chopped
    1 1/2 pounds carrots, sliced into 1-inch rounds
    2 tablespoons tomato paste
    1 pound button mushrooms, halved if small, quartered if large
    1 bottle (750 ml) full-bodied red wine, such as Burgundy or Pinot Noir
    1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
    Freshly grated zest of 1 tangerine or orange

    1) Preheat oven to 250°F.

    2) To assemble bouquet garni: Place one leek leaf on the counter. Top with bay leaf, celery stalk, parsley sprigs, thyme sprigs and tangerine (or orange) peel. Place the second leek leaf on top and tie the bundle together in four spots with kitchen string. Set aside.

    3) To prepare stew: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in an ovenproof Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add pancetta (or bacon) and cook until barely brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving any drippings in the pot.

    4) Add beef in batches (do not crowd the pot) and cook until browned on all sides. Transfer to a large bowl and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

    5) Add 1 tablespoon oil to the pot and add onions and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the onions are translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add carrots and cook, stirring, until they begin to soften, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste. Season with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Transfer the mixture to the bowl with the beef.

    6) Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pot. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl; set aside.

    7) Pour wine into the pot and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits. Return the browned beef, the carrot mixture and the reserved pancetta (or bacon) to the pot along with the bouquet garni. Press down on the beef and vegetables, making sure to submerge them completely in the wine; if necessary, add just enough hot water to make sure they are covered. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the pot and press it directly on top of the stew, covering it completely.

    8) Transfer the stew to the oven and cook, with the lid off, until the beef is tender enough to cut with a fork, about 3 hours. Check every hour to be sure the ingredients stay submerged in liquid during the entire cooking time. If too much wine evaporates, add a little hot water to make up for the loss. During the last 15 minutes of cooking, stir in the reserved mushrooms.

    9) Remove and discard the bouquet garni. Combine chopped parsley and tangerine (or orange) zest in a small bowl and scatter on top of the stew just before serving.

    Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 8, let cool to room temperature, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat at a gentle simmer on the stovetop for about 30 minutes or in a 350°F oven for 1 1/4 hours before serving.

    Equipment: kitchen string, parchment paper


    Calories: 351
    Fat: 15g
    Saturated: 5g
    Mono: 7g
    Cholesterol: 84mg
    Carbohydrates: 14g
    Protein: 26g
    Fiber: 3g
    Sodium: 419mg
  • stephaniezoundi
    stephaniezoundi Posts: 1,148 Member
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  • Spicy Cioppino (Makes 2 servings, 2 cups each)

    Ingredients:

    4 small (1- to 2-inch diameter) red potatoes, quartered
    2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
    1 tilapia fillet, diced (about 5 ounces)
    4 ounces dry bay scallops (see Note), patted dry
    1 small sweet onion, sliced
    2 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend or poultry seasoning
    1-2 teaspoons hot paprika
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
    1 cup dry white wine
    1/2 cup water
    3 plum tomatoes, diced
    2 tablespoons capers, rinsed (optional)
    2 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (optional)

    Directions:

    1) Place potatoes in a saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.

    2) Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add tilapia and scallops; cook, stirring once or twice, until just opaque, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

    3) Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and onion to the pan and stir to coat. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Uncover, increase heat to medium-high, add Italian (or poultry) seasoning, paprika to taste, salt and pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add wine, water and tomatoes; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the onion is tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the fish, scallops, potatoes and capers (if using), return to a simmer and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

    Note: Be sure to request "dry" scallops (i.e., not treated with sodium tripolyphosphate, or STP) from your fish store. Sea scallops that have been subjected to a chemical bath are not only mushy and less flavorful, but will not brown properly.

    Calories: 431
    Fat: 17g
    Saturated: 2g
    Mono: 11g
    Cholesterol: 56mg
    Carbohydrates: 22g
    Protein: 27g
    Fiber: 3g
    Sodium: 502mg
  • Turkey & Squash Soup (Makes 6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each)

    Ingredients:

    2 teaspoons canola oil
    2 leeks, trimmed, chopped and rinsed
    1 red bell pepper, chopped
    3 cloves garlic, minced
    4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
    1 1/2 pounds butternut squash (1 small to medium), peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
    2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
    1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
    1 pound turkey cutlets, cut into 1/2-by-2-inch strips
    2 cups frozen corn kernels
    2 tablespoons lime juice
    1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    Freshly ground pepper to taste

    Directions:

    1) Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add leeks and bell pepper; cook, stirring often, until the vegetables begin to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute more. Stir in broth, squash, thyme and cumin; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.

    2) Add turkey and corn; return to a simmer and cook until the turkey is just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Add lime juice and crushed red pepper. Season with salt and pepper.

    Calories: 238
    Fat: 3g
    Saturated: 1g
    Mono: 1g
    Carbohydrates: 31g
    Protein: 25g
    Cholesterol: 33mg
    Sodium: 274mg
    Fiber: 6g

    Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A (260% daily value), Vitamin C (120% dv), Folate (21% dv), Iron (20% dv).
    1 1/2 Carbohydrate Servings
    Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 3 very lean meat
  • SLaw4215
    SLaw4215 Posts: 596 Member
    Set oven to Bake 350 degrees. Rinse a fresh piece of Tilapia fillet (4 oz +/1) and place on a sheet of aluminum foil. On a cooking sheet, top fish with salsa verde, fold aluminum foil to create a pouch to keep in moisture. Fish will be done in 10 -15 minutes and be full of flavor. One serving is about 120 calories.

    Also... saute minced garlic over medium heat just to release oils. Add baby spinach and heat until leaves wilt. Add cherry tomatoes (halved) and heat to warm. You can eat a ton of this stuff and the calories are super low.

    Heat broccoli slaw in a pan with low fat/low sodium soy sauce, 3 oz of small - medium shrimp. About 150 calories.
    OPTIONAL * pour over chow mien noodles
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