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78 Ways to Cut 100 Calories
78 Ways to Cut 100 Calories By Kate Grip Denon, Women's Health Women's Health Calories can be cruel. Sweat through a 30-minute workout and you can torch 200. Take three gulps of a foamy frappuccino and you're right back where you started. But slashing those suckers can be as effortless as piling them on. Just look below to…
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Chicken Souvlaki (Cooking Light)
Chicken Souvlaki In Greece, souvlaki typically refers to skewers of grilled lamb. In America, chicken is more common, and it's often served in pita bread. Precooked chicken makes these sandwiches a snap to prepare. Serve with tabbouleh. 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled feta cheese 1/2 cup plain Greek-style yogurt 1 tablespoon…
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Greek Dinner Salad (Cooking Light)
Greek Dinner Salad This main-dish salad works well with many variations - change the fresh herbs, beans, and cheese to use what you have on hand. 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon dried oregano 6 cups…
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Greek-Style Scampi (Cooking Light)
Greek-Style Scampi This quick, filling weeknight meal relies on easy-to-find ingredients. Add a spinach-mushroom salad to round out the menu.. 6 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and…
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Mediterranean Chicken Salad Pitas (Cooking Light)
Mediterranean Chicken Salad Pitas Greek yogurt has a thick, rich consistency similar to sour cream. Add honeydew melon and cantaloupe slices on the side. 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt (such as Fage Total Classic) 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 3 cups chopped cooked…
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Food advice for a pregnant chick!!(Safe and unsafe)
I was pregnant before and knew to watch certain things but I may have been a little TOO careful. Most of this is easy enough to stay away from. I do eat sushi rolls but stick to the cooked shrimp or veggie ones. I have eaten a few things like "Oscar Meyer Brown Sugar Ham". Do you think those are OK? Is it just the meats…
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Asian Pasta Salad (Cooking Light)
Asian Pasta Salad Use any combination of nuts and seeds. This salad would also be good with sliced bell pepper or shiitake mushrooms. Serve as an accompaniment to pepper steak or pork chops glazed with hoisin sauce. Look for the wheat noodles labeled as plain for this salad. 2 tablespoons sliced almonds 2 tablespoons…
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Spring Strawberry Pie (Cooking Light)
Spring Strawberry Pie The classic strawberry pie is updated with a splash of balsamic vinegar. Crust: 1 1/3 cups graham cracker crumbs 3 tablespoons butter, melted 2 tablespoons sugar Cooking spray Filling: 2 cups sliced strawberries 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1…
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Spinach and Feta Souffle (Cooking Light)
Spinach and Feta Soufflé Cooking spray 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs 10 ounce (about 8 cups) baby spinach 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk 1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten 1/2 cup (2 ounces)…
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Mini Frittatas with Ham and Cheese
Mini Frittatas with Ham and Cheese Bake these bite-sized frittatas in a miniature muffin pan. They taste great hot or at room temperature, so you can make them in advance. Ingredients Cooking spray 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 2/3 cup chopped reduced-fat ham (about 2 ounces) 1/3 cup (about 1 1/2 ounces) shredded…
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"Ding Dong The Witch is Dead!!" LOL!
Man, don't you hate it when you get a song stuck in your head????? Grrr............get out, get out!!!
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George Foreman Grill
So, if you use it, how do you use it?? I use mine a lot. To cook hamburgers, chicken sausages, chicken thighs, etc. I even use it as a panini press! One of my favs is a ciabatta roll with 1 oz fresh mozzarella, roasted red pepper, sliced tomato and fresh basil. I make the sandwich and put it in the GF and let it press for…
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Green Eggs and Ham (Cooking Light)
Green Eggs and Ham Tinted green with a zesty dose of basil, this dish makes an intriguing breakfast or brunch item. Add a salad for a light dinner. If you can't find pancetta (unsmoked Italian bacon), substitute prosciutto or bacon. 1 (8-ounce) loaf French bread, cut diagonally into 6 slices 1 cup egg substitute 1/4 cup…
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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Grape Tomatoes (Cooking
This is another dish I have made often! Really good! I often make the roasted grape tomatoes mixture for other types of chicken. Like if I make a roast chicken, I will make it to have with it. It is especially nice in the warmer months. Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Grape Tomatoes Although the tomato mixture and…
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Tomatoes Provencale (Cooking Light)
Tomatoes Provençale Garlic, tomatoes, and olive oil permeate Provençale cuisine. Here, they combine in a dish that pairs tender roasted tomatoes with a crisp breadcrumb topping. 8 tomatoes (about 8 ounces each) 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1 (1/2-ounce) slice sourdough bread 6 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup (1…
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Tomato Fettucine with Shrimp and Arugula(Cooking Light)
I have made this a lot! Sometimes I substitute spinach for the arugula! But this is really good and light but filling! I also save a few more calories by omitting the oil and just using pam or a nonstick pan. Tomato Fettuccine with Shrimp and Arugula 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup finely chopped…
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Asian Chicken Slaw (Cooking Light)
Asian Chicken Slaw "I came up with this recipe after a long workout when I wanted a quick, light meal. Now I often eat it for lunch or omit the chicken and serve it as a side for dinner." --Jaime Horn, Florence, SC Slaw: 2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast (about 1 pound) 3/4 cup finely chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped…
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Cold Asian Noodle Salad (Cooking Light)
Cold Asian Noodle Salad with Ponzu Vinaigrette You can use any type of Asian wheat or egg noodle, or substitute Italian-style linguine. Cooking spray 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 (6-ounce) package chow mein stir-fry noodles (chuka soba) 1 cup haricots verts, cut into 2-inch pieces (about 4 ounces) 1 cup…
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Singapore Spicy Shrimp over Spinach (Cooking Light)
Singapore Spicy Shrimp Over Spinach 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided 1 (10-ounce) bag spinach, coarsely chopped 1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined medium shrimp 1 cup red bell pepper strips (about 1 medium) 1/4 cup sake (rice wine) or sweet white wine 1/4 cup oyster sauce 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic 1 teaspoon brown…
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Which would YOU have?? LOL!
I am making dinner. Mango Chicken Sausages (cooking on the George Foreman) Garlic and Pecan whole grain rice Green veggies But, part of me just wants cereal!! :laugh: Might be a pregnancy thing! :blushing:
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Barbequed Chicken Hash
Yield 6 servings (serving size: 1 cup) Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped carrot 4 cups chopped roasted skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts) 3 1/2 cups frozen hash browns 3/4 cup water 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1…
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Spiced Salmon with Mustard Sauce (Cooking Light)
Spiced Salmon with Mustard Sauce Butter-sautéed spinach seasoned simply with garlic, salt, and pepper makes a nice side dish for this fish entrée, but any wilted greens will do. 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard 1 teaspoon honey 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4…
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Cajun Oven-Fried Chicken (Cooking Light)
Cajun Oven-Fried Chicken Panko, fresh crunchy Japenese breadcumbs, can be found at Asian markets. They produce the crispest oven-fried chicken, so it's worth the effort. You can try curry powder in place of the Cajun seasoning. 1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk 1 tablespoon salt-free Cajun seasoning (such as Spice Hunter) 1/2…
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Kashi Honey Sunshine
Tried this cereal today and loved it!!! 100 cals, 1.5 g of fat and 6 g of fiber per serving!
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Pan-Seared Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish (Cooking Li
Pan-Seared Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish Tangy, spicy and fruity, this inviting recipe belies its simple preparation. Seed the jalapeño pepper if you prefer a milder dish, and serve over coconut rice accompanied by a crunchy salad. 2 cups chopped pineapple 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 1/4 cup finely chopped red…
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Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad (Cooking Light)
Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad The creamy dressing mellows the heat from the chiles—and best of all, it can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. Dressing: 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro 2/3 cup light sour cream 1 tablespoon minced chipotle chile, canned in adobo sauce 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 4…
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Quick Taco Salad (Cooking Light)
Quick Taco Salad 12 ounces ground round 2 cups chopped yellow, red, or green bell pepper 2 cups bottled salsa 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 4 cups coarsely chopped romaine lettuce 2 cups chopped plum tomato 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup crumbled baked tortilla chips (about 12 chips) 1/4…
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Tomato-Basil Lasagna with Prosciutto (Cooking Light)
Tomato-Basil Lasagna with Prosciutto Freezing instructions: After assembling the lasagna, cover and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in refrigerator; bake as directed. 5 garlic cloves 1 (16-ounce) carton 1% low-fat cottage cheese 1/2 cup (4 ounces) block-style fat-free cream cheese 1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Romano…
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Rosemary Shrimp Scampi Skewers (Cooking Light)
Rosemary Shrimp Scampi Skewers Threading olive oil-marinated shrimp on rosemary-branch skewers imparts a subtle herb flavor to the dish and a fantastic scent to your table. Rosemary has a long history of being associated with the heart. It has been believed by many to be a love charm, by others to be a token of remembrance…
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Spring Risotto (Cooking Light)
Spring Risotto Fava beans must be shelled twice. First they're removed from their pods, then blanched, cooled slightly, and pinched to remove the outer skins. Fresh beans taste the best, but canned fava beans will also work when fresh are out of season. Look for sun-dried tomato paste with the other tomato products in the…
