Chocolate Turtle Candies
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Rolo Pretzel Turtles Recipe
(recipe from the archives)
I’m giving you a recipe that would be fabulous for a party, something simple that even Gabby could manage in her heels! My girlfriend, Kelly, taught me how to make Rolo Pretzel Turtles, and I swear it’s the best seven-minute candy fix. The chocolate and caramel in Rolo [...]
Chicken Tikka Masala
Ingredients
• 3 Chicken breasts diced small• 4 Tbsp olive oil• 5 cardamom pods• 2 onions chopped finely• 2 tsp fresh ginger finely chopped • 2 tsp garlic, chopped• 1 tsp cumin powder• 1 tsp coriander powder• 1 tsp turmeric powder• 1 Tbsp chilli• 1 tsp garam masala• 2 tbsp tomato puree• Salt to taste• Coriander to garnish
Directions
Put
the oil into a pan over a medium heat. When hot, [...]
15-Minute Skillet Cassoulet
15-Minute Skillet Cassoulet
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POINTS® Value: 10
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 15 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Satisfy big appetites in a hurry with this French-inspired bean and sausage meal.
Ingredients
2 spray(s) cooking spray, or enough to coat skillet
1 medium onion(s), chopped
1 medium garlic clove(s), minced
8 oz kielbasa, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/4 tsp dried thyme
3/4 cup(s) canned chicken [...]
Crockpot White Chicken Chili
Crockpot White Chicken Chili
Ingredients
1 pound cooked boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 small onion(s)
2 clove garlic clove(s)
14 1/2 oz fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth
14 oz canned diced tomatoes
7 oz Pace Diced green chiles
I package McCormick’s white chili seasoning
2 cans white beans drained & rinsed
Instructions
Combine all ingredients (dice the chicken, onion, and mince the garlic) in the crockpot and [...]
lunch ideas
1 lite Flatout bread with mustard 6 slices of deli select turkey Spring mix salad (I add just prior to eating) 1 bag baby carrots Yogurt or a SF Jell-O pudding cup 1 lite Flatout bread 1 pkg Albacore tuna with dill pickle relish and 2 tsp FF mayoI roll up in Flatout bread just before eating [...]
Read More..>>Janie’s Vegetable Soup (posted by Beth)
Janie’s Vegetable soupPOINTS: 3INSTRUCTIONS2 pound(s) ground sirloin, raw1 large onion(s)1 tsp garlic salt3 large potato(es)1 pound(s) canned carrots, no salt added1 pound(s) Del Monte Italian Recipe Stewed Tomatoes1 pound(s) Del Monte Original Recipe Stewed Tomatoes1 pound(s) Del Monte Golden Cream Style Corn, No Salt Added1 pound(s) Green Giant Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, Canned1 tbsp sugar1 [...]
Read More..>>Mexican Chicken Soup
1 can Healthy Request Cream of chicken soup1 can FF chicken broth1 can ranch style beans1 can RotelEither 1 can of cooked chicken or1 lb shredded chicken cookedPour all together in crock pot and cook on low 4-6 hours.DeliciousPoints-3 for 1 cup
Read More..>>Delicious Pumpkin Soup Recipe
This was in my mail from Sparkpeople.com this morning:
Spiced Pumpkin Soup
Serves: 6
Yum! You’ve probably never had soup like this before, but we bet you’ll be coming back for more.
INGREDIENTS
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup onion, chopped
3 tablespoons whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup peeled and cubed sweet potato
1/4 [...]
Assorted Sweet Treats
September is a big month for apples, so why not make a baked apple? Fill one small apple (55 calories) with one tablespoon dried cranberries (50 calories), three chopped walnuts (78 calories), and one teaspoon of cinnamon. After it’s all baked, you can enjoy a warm and sweet treat for only 183 calories.
If you’re more [...]
Cheddar, Apple and Walnut Salad
Cheddar, Apple and Walnut Salad
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POINTS® Value: 6
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 9 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Cheese, fruit and nuts are a classic trio. Here they team up — along with bacon — for a superb main course salad.
Ingredients
1 sprays olive oil cooking spray
4 slice uncooked turkey bacon
2 slice mixed-grain bread, cut into [...]
Baked Winter Squash, Raisin and Pine Nut Lasagna
Baked Winter Squash, Raisin and Pine Nut Lasagna
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POINTS® Value: 6
Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 30 min
Cooking Time: 33 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
This hearty, fall-inspired meal is a wonderful change of pace from lasagna with red sauce.
Ingredients
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
2 medium garlic clove(s), minced
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 tsp table salt, [...]
Buffalo Chicken Lasagna
Buffalo Chicken Lasagna6 oz uncooked lasagna noodle, whole wheat1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, poached and shredded or cut into chunks3 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce, Heinz 3 cheese or your own Core sauce1/2 cup hot wing sauce (Pistol Pete’s)4 cloves garlic, minced15 oz ricotta cheese, fat free (or ff cottage cheese)1/2 cup egg beatersOptional: a [...]
Read More..>>Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
Chicken Tater Tot Casserole12 oz. Ore-Ida Tater Tots1 can ff cream of celery soup2 c. BSCB, cooked & cubed1/2 c. skim milk1 can ff cream of chicken soup1-1/2 c. RF shredded cheddar cheesePreheat oven to 425. Layer tater tots and chicken. Mix soups with milk. Pour over chicken and tater tots. Sprinkle cheese on top. [...]
Read More..>>PORK CHOP CASSEROLE
PORK CHOP CASSEROLE1 1/2 c. uncooked rice6 loin pork chops1 lg. onion1 can 98% ff mushroom soup1 pkg. Lipton mushroom soup1 sm. pkg. frozen green peas (I use petite)PAMBrown pork chops using PAM. Season with garlic salt and season all to taste first. Remove chops. Saute onion in PAM. Add mushroom soup, Lipton soup and [...]
Read More..>>Rotisserie Chicken Enchiladas
1 can ff cream of chicken soup1/2 cup or so of milk or chicken stock1 rotisserie chicken chopped with skin removed2 small cans chopped green chiles (or fresh if you have access to them)Cooking spray8 small flour tortillasShredded reduced fat cheddar cheeseSalt and pepper to tastePreheat oven to 350.Heat cream of chicken soup and milk [...]
Read More..>>CHEESY ENCHILADAS
CHEESY ENCHILADAS1 package (8 oz) FF cream cheese, softened1 package (8 oz) FF shredded cheddar cheese1/4 C sliced green onions6 flour tortillas (6 in)1 C. Thick N Chunky salsaBeat cream cheese with electric mixer on Med. speeduntil smooth. Add 1 C of cheddar cheese and onions,mixing until blended.Spread 1/4 C cream cheese mixture down center, [...]
Read More..>>Taco Bake
Taco Bake1 lb ground beef or turkeyonion if desired1 can ff refried beans1 pkg taco seasoning1 8 oz can tomato sauce1 cup ff cheddar cheese2 cans rf crescent rollsBrown ground beef and onion. Drain. Stir in beans, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning, heat through.Spread 1 can of rolls out in a 9×13 baking dish sprayed [...]
Read More..>>Bean Burrito Casserole (Core)
from a WW post
This Burrito Casserole Rocks my Socks! I had it for dinner last night and lunch today. It is fabulous when reheated, 100% Core, and super filling! I topped it with some mashed avacado & sour cream…great Friday pick me up!
Bean Burrito Casserole (Core)
Ingredients
1 pound core ground beef
1/8 cup reduced-sodium taco seasoning (1/2 [...]
Creamy Broccoli-Stuffed Chicken Breasts
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Read More..>>Crockpot Pot of Pizza
Crockpot Pot of Pizza
POINTS: 6
Servings 6
INSTRUCTIONS
1 pound lean ground turkey
1/2 medium onion(s)
1/2 medium green pepper(s)
1 cup canned mushrooms
2 cup bottled pasta sauce
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 packet McNeil Nutritionals SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener
3 serving dreamfields
1/2 cup Kraft 2% Milk Reduced Fat Natural Shredded Cheese Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup Weight Watchers Reduced-Fat Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
10 slices Hormel [...]
Cheeseburger and tots casserole
Cheeseburger and tots casserole
POINTS: 7
Servings: 6
INSTRUCTIONS
1 pound 95% lean/5% fat raw ground beef
1 cup canned low-fat cream of mushroom soup, made with fat-free milk
1 cup canned cheddar cheese soup made with fat-free milk
20 oz Ore-Ida Tater Tots
1 pound extra lean ground beef 4% fat
10 3/4 oz healthy choice cream of Mushroom Soup
10 3/4 oz Campbell’s (U.S.) [...]
Crockpot – Easy Chicken With Potatoes
Italian seasoned chicken with potatoes, cooked in the slow cooker.
4 servings
8 pts/serving
Cook Time: 7 hours
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup fat free Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or mix basil, oregano, crushed red pepper, and garlic powder to equal same)
1/2 cup grated reduced fat Parmesan or Romano cheese
3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges [...]
easy chicken pot pie
Easy Chicken Pot Pie
Description
It just doesn’t get any easier than this delicious pot pie topped with biscuits.
From: Halfmysize.com
Serves – 4
7.5 oz. can Pillsbury buttermilk refrigerated biscuits
12 1/2 oz. can cooked chicken breast, drained
10 3/4 oz. can 98% fat free cream of chicken soup
8 1/2 oz. can of peas and carrots, drained
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon [...]
Creamy Crockpot chicken
Crockpot Chicken
Serving Size : 4
Points – 4
Amount Measure Ingredient — Preparation Method
——– ———— ——————————–
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (frozen)
10 3/4 ounce can cream of mushroom soup, condensed — 98% fat-free
10 3/4 ounce can cream of chicken soup, condensed — 98% fat free
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt — to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper — to taste
Add [...]
Crockpot Chicken in Teriyaki Sauce
Chicken in Teriyaki Sauce
Serves: 6
4 pts (for breasts)
Crissy’s Note: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken breast halves and cook on HIGH for 2 hours. With this change the POINTS® are lowered (168 calories; 2g fat; trace fiber).
3 lbs skinless chicken thighs (about 12 thighs)
salt & pepper, to taste
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
2 Tbsp [...]
italian casserole
ITALIAN CASSEROLE (Amy’s version)
6 HU
Servings | 8
Ingredients
1/4 cup Kraft Shredded Swiss Cheese (mozzarella can be substituted)
2 cups bottled pasta sauce
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
4 oz low fat part-skim ricotta cheese
4 oz reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup chopped onions
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/4 tsp parsley flakes
8 oz reduced-fat crescent roll dough
16 oz uncooked lean ground [...]
Sausage and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
This is from Cooking Light. 4 you know whats per serving…
Sausage and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients
Cooking spray
12 ounces turkey breakfast sausage
2 cups 1% low-fat milk
2 cups egg substitute
1 teaspoon dry mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
3 large eggs
16 (1-ounce) slices white bread
1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded reduced-fat extrasharp cheddar [...]
crockpot broccoli cheese chicken
Crockpot broccoli cheese chicken
POINTS: 6 (includes the rice!)
INSTRUCTIONS1 pound uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 cup low-fat canned broccoli cheese soup made with low-fat or fat-free milk
3 cup broccoli
3 cup cooked brown rice
Place chicken breasts in bottom of crockpot
Pour in broccoli cheese soup and cook on low approx. 6 hours.
The last 1/2 hour I pull chicken apart [...]
Oven-Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Oven-Baked Eggplant Parmesan
The Kansas City Star
Nutritional Facts
Calories
140
Calories from fat
17%
Total fat
3g
Saturated fat
1g
Cholesterol
1mg
Carbohydrate
22g
Sodium
215mg
Fiber
4g
Protein
7g
ingredients
• 2 teaspoons olive oil (divided use) • 3 egg whites, lightly beaten • 3 tablespoons fat-free milk • 1 cup panko (Japanese-style) bread crumbs • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning • 1 medium eggplant (about 12 ounces), cut [...]
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Enchilada Casserole
This Tex-Mex-style casserole features lean ground round, corn tortillas and reduced-fat cheese. Low-calorie salad veggies top off the presentation.
TAMMY LJUNGBLAD/Kansas City Star
Nutritional Facts
Calories
253
Calories from fat
46%
Total fat
13g
Saturated fat
5g
Cholesterol
43mg
Carbohydrate
17g
Sodium
516mg
Fiber
2g
Protein
17g
ingredients
• 1 pound ground round • ½ cup chopped onion • 4 teaspoons chili powder • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin • ½ teaspoon freshly ground [...]
Read More..>>low-fat vegetable lasagna
Low-fat vegetable lasagna
For a healthier vegetable lasagna that keeps the creamy flavor but cuts calories and fat, try this one adapted from a Cooking Light recipe.
KATHY’S VEGETABLE LASAGNA
12
uncooked lasagna noodles
Cook noodles according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and set aside.
Preheat oven to 375 F.
Heat oil in a Dutch oven coated with cooking [...]
Tomato Pesto Packets
Tomato Pesto Packets
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POINTS® Value: 1
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 30 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Roasting the tomatoes in foil allows them to steam in their own aromatic juices. Cook the packets in the oven or toss them onto the grill.
Ingredients
2 cup cherry tomato(es), small, red
2 cup cherry tomato(es), small, yellow
2 medium shallot(s), minced
1 [...]
Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf
Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf
POINTS: 5
Servings: 6
INSTRUCTIONS
1 1/2 pound uncooked ground turkey breast
1 cup chopped frozen spinach
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup Weight Watchers Reduced fat shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup minced onion
2 egg white(s)
2 Tbsp ketchup
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Preheat oven to 375. Thaw and drain spinach. Mix all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. In a greased [...]
Read More..>>Creamy Italian Chicken
Creamy Italian Chicken
POINTS: 6
Servings: 4
INSTRUCTIONS
8 oz light cream cheese
1 can low-fat canned cream of chicken soup
1 pound uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 Tbsp McCormick Italian seasoning
Put chicken breast (thawed) into Crockpot. Sprinkle seasoning mix over chicken and then pour 1/4 cup of water over chicken and seasoning. Cook on Low for 3 hrs. Mix together [...]
Creamy Corn Chipotle Dip
Creamy Corn Chipotle Dip
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POINTS® Value: 1
Servings: 12
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 0 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Everyone needs a simple dip recipe in their collection for summer BBQs, picnics or pool parties. This one’s creamy and sweet with just a touch of spice.
Ingredients
4 oz fat-free cream cheese
2 items canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, seeded
3 [...]
Corn Dog Casserole
Corn Dog Casserole
Servings | 8
Estimated POINTS® value per serving | 5
Course | Light Meals
Ingredients
8 fat-free beef or pork hot dogs, sliced
2 boxes Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
1 cup onion(s)
2/3 cup celery
2/3 cup green onions, chopped
1/2 cup Egg Beaters
2 Tbsp Country Crock Shedd’s Spread Light Margarine
1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1 tsp rubbed sage
8 oz Kraft 2% Milk [...]
Honey Bun Cake
Honey Bun Cake
Yield: 20 servings/4 Points per serving
1 package yellow or white cake mix
4 egg whites
1 cup (8 oz) reduced-fat sour cream
2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
2 tablespoons fat-free milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
In a mixing bowl, combine dry cake mix, egg whites, sour cream and applesauce. [...]
Polenta with Bolognese / Spaghetti Bolognese
Polenta with Bolognese
Ingredients:
1 tube prepared polenta
about 6 cups of Bolognese sauce
soy mozarella, grated
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees, butter a casserole dish.
Take 1 tube prepared polenta and slice into 1/4″ thick discs. Layer the polenta in the dish, making three rows of discs. Salt and pepper the polenta. Spoon bolognese sauce in between the rows [...]
Buffalo Chicken Dip
12 oz Franks Red Sauce
16 oz FF ranch
16 oz FF cream cheese
6 boneless/skinless chicken breasts, boiled and shredded
8 oz cheddar/jack cheese, grated
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup green onions, diced
Put cream cheese and ranch into crock pot on low. When it’s soft and starting to mix, add Franks. When that has combined, add chicken. Top with [...]
Asian Asparagus Soup
I had 3/4ths of an order of Spicy Asparagus leftover from PF Changs and decided to turn it into soup.
POINTS® Value: 5
Servings: 4 ( 1-1/2 cups)
1 Tbsp store-bought horseradish *(optional to save points)
2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
12 oz fat-free evaporated milk
3 tsp olive oil
1 tsp sesame oil *(optional to save points)
15 oz canned asparagus
2 tsp garlic [...]
Good Luck Parm – HG Eggplant Parm
Good Luck Parm – Thanks HG for this great Eggplant Parm makeover!
HG’s No Harm Eggplant Parm
When we brought a beauteous eggplant (purple is pretty!) back to the HG HQ to make a better-for-you version of eggplant parmesan, we weren’t the only ones excited — our Fiber One practically jumped into the blender and blended itself [...]
Read More..>>Popcorn in a Brown Bag
1 brown lunch bag
1/4 cup popcorn (1 handful)
Put popcorn to cover the bottom of a lunch style brown bag. Set the timer for anywhere from a 2 minutes to 2 1/2, just listen for the popcorn to stop popping (in my microwave it takes 2 minutes). Enjoy.
Ways to spice it up:
Sprinkle some Butter Buds for a buttery taste
Sprinkle with a [...]
Jerk Halibut with Apple-Sweet Potato Mash
Jerk Halibut with Apple-Sweet Potato Mash
From Good Housekeeping, triple-tested at the Good Housekeeping Research Institute
Jerk seasoning is a popular spice blend sold by many companies. Some, but not all blends, contain salt. Choose one that’s salt free — the spice combination in all brands is so flavorful, you won’t even miss it.
Ingredients:
2 lbs sweet potatoes, [...]
Baked Oatmeal
2 cups uncooked oatmeal
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup fat-free skim milk
1/2 cup Egg Beaters or 2 eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup Splenda
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp ground cinnamon (or more) or use apple pie spice
2 medium bananas, mashed
1. Preheat oven to 350*. Combine wet ingredients and add dry ingredients. Bake in sprayed [...]
Spinach/Strawberry Salad
Spinach/Strawberry Salad
1 bag baby spinach
8 oz sliced strawberries
1/4 red onion,sliced
1/4 c sliced almonds
optional 1/2 cucumber
Divine Dressing: 1/3 c splenda or sugar
Juice of one lemon
1 tsp. poppy seeds
2 tbs. white wine vinegar
1 tbs. veggie or olive oil
Grecian Spaghetti Squash Saute
Grecian Spaghetti Squash Saute
Servings | 4
Preparation Time | 20 min
Cooking Time | 25 min
Level of Difficulty | Easy side dishes | This combo of feta, chickpeas, sauteed scallions and spaghetti squash makes a fantastic vegetarian main course or a great side dish with chicken or fish.
Ingredients
2 pound raw spaghetti squash
2 tsp olive oil
1/2 cup scallion(s), sliced
2 [...]
3 Zero Point Soups
Asian-Inspired Zero POINTS-Value Soup
Makes 12 servings
POINTS® value | 0 per serving
Ingredients
2 cups bok choy, chopped
2 cups Chinese cabbage, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup fresh ginger root, thinly sliced and julienned
1 cup oyster mushrooms
2 cups scallions, chopped
1 cup canned water chestnuts, sliced (8 oz can)
½ cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
6 cups [...]
Baked Banana Splits
Servings | 4
Preparation Time | 15 min
Cooking Time | 30 min
Level of Difficulty | Easy desserts | Try substituting any flavored extract you like in the sauce for this creative take on banana splits. Almond, maple, rum, orange – whatever you prefer.
Ingredients
1 sprays cooking spray
4 large banana(s), ripe, peeled
8 oz canned crushed pineapple in juice, drained
2 [...]
Mexican-Style Pork and Sweet Potato Slow Cooker Stew
Mexican-Style Pork and Sweet Potato Slow Cooker Stew
Servings | 4
Preparation Time | 20 min
Cooking Time | 420 min
Level of Difficulty | Moderate main meals | Ready for Cinco de Mayo? Turn up the heat in this delicious Mexican stew by stirring in a 1/4 to 1/2 cup of your favorite spicy salsa just before serving.
Ingredients
1 small [...]
Read More..>>Three Bean and Pork Slow Cooker Chili
Three Bean and Pork Slow Cooker Chili
Servings | 10
Preparation Time | 35 min
Cooking Time | 480 min
Level of Difficulty | Easy main meals | Chunks of pork tenderloin make this chili especially robust. Spicy peppers add even more flavor.
Ingredients
1 medium onion(s), chopped
2 medium garlic clove(s), minced
1 cup carrot(s), chopped
1 Tbsp chili powder, medium-hot
1 tsp dried oregano, [...]
Italian Beef and Lentil Slow Cooker Stew
Italian Beef and Lentil Slow Cooker Stew
Servings | 6
Preparation Time | 25 min
Cooking Time | 420 min
Level of Difficulty | Easy soups | This stew is a wonderful winter-warmer. You can also substitute 2 cups of fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch lengths, for the zucchini.
Ingredients
1 small onion(s), chopped
1 medium garlic clove(s), minced
1 large zucchini, diced
1 [...]
Mexican Polenta Casserole
Mexican Polenta Casserole:
9×13 pan
1 medium chopped onion
1 lb. 93% lean ground beef
2 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. chili powder
1-2 cups tomato sauce
prepared polenta (1 tube or about 2 cups cooked)
1 lb. can spicy refried FF beans (I use Garden of Eden black)
6 slices SoyaKaas jalapeno Mex-Kaas soy cheese
Brown onion and meat. Add spices (or use packet of [...]
Brined Roast Turkey
1 (14 to 16 pound) frozen young turkey
For the brine:
1 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 gallon vegetable stock
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1/2 tablespoon allspice berries
1/2 tablespoon candied ginger
1 gallon iced water
For the aromatics:
1 red apple, sliced
1/2 onion, sliced
1 cinnamon stick
1 cup water
4 sprigs rosemary
6 leaves sage
Canola oil Combine all brine ingredients, except ice water, [...]
Haystacks
**Hershey Bar Haystacks
(1 Stack = 71 calories, 4g fat, 5g fiber)
1 Cup Fiber One Cereal
1 (1.5 oz.) Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar
1 Tbsp. reduced fat peanut butter, smooth or chunky
Directions:
Melt bar and peanut butter in microwave until smooth, at 30-second intervals. Be careful not to burn or overcook. Stir chocolate and peanut butter mixture. Add cereal [...]
Italian Chicken Rollups
Italian Chicken Rollups
Points: 5 (depending on size of chicken breast)
Prep: 12 minutes Cook 35 Minutes Chill: up to 8 hours
4 (2-4 ounce) Thin skinless boneless chicken breast
1 tsp. dried basil
¼ tsp. pepper
¼ tsp salt
4 (1-ounce) part-skim mozzarella string cheese sticks
Cooking spray
1 cup garlic-and herb tomato sauce
Combine basil, salt, and pepper: sprinkle half of mixture evenly [...]
Peanut Chicken
Peanut Chicken
1 lb. chicken breast boneless skinless
2 Tbsp reduced fat peanut butter
1 tsp low sodium soy sauce
2 Tbsp water
1 tsp sesame seeds
Preheat oven to 350. Coat a baking dish with olive oil cooking spray. Season chicken lightly with salt & pepper and place in baking dish. Set aside.
Combine peanut butter, soy sauce and water and [...]
Cheesy Chicken Shells
Cheesy Chicken Shells
main meals
POINTS® Value: 9
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 20 min
Cooking Time: 30 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Enjoy this rich, classic favorite with fewer calories. Trim the cooking time by using a pre-cooked chicken, available at your deli counter.
Ingredients
12 shells uncooked jumbo shells
1 1/2 cup canned tomato sauce
2 medium egg white(s), lightly beaten
1 3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
4 [...]
Apple Wontons
desserts
POINTS® Value: 3
Servings: 6
Ingredients
* 1 1/2 cup Cool Whip Free Whipped Topping
* 24 items wonton wrapper(s)
* 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
* 2 medium apple(s), cored and minced
* 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
* 1 Tbsp packed light brown sugar
* 5 serving butter-flavor cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350. In bowl, combine apples, cinnamon, lemon juice and sugar. Drop [...]
Crunchy Ranch Chicken
Crunchy Ranch Chicken
Servings 4
4 points per serving
1/3 cup Corn Flake crumbs (count points)
1/4 cup reduced fat Parmesan Cheese
1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. Combine corn flake crumbs, cheese and dressing mix. Spray chicken with butter flavored Pam, [...]
Marsala style Chicken
Marsala-Style Chicken
main meals
POINTS® Value: 6
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 17 min
Cooking Time: 16 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
Tender chunks of chicken coated with tangy mushroom sauce served over wide egg noodles make a hearty meal.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pound uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, halves
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp table salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp olive oil
3/4 cup fat-free chicken broth, [...]
Cheesy Chili-Mac
Cheesy Chili-Mac
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POINTS® Value: 5
Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 20 min
Cooking Time: 25 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Adults will love how easy this chili-based meal is to prepare. Both kids and adults will love its taste.
Ingredients
1 sprays cooking spray
2/3 pound raw extra lean ground beef
2 medium onion(s), chopped
29 oz canned stewed tomatoes, Mexican-style (undrained)
2 1/2 cup canned [...]
Chicken Taco Soup
TACO SOUP
3 FROZEN chicken breasts
1 envelope ranch dressing mix
1 envelope taco seasoning mix
1 medium onion, diced
1 can rotel tomatoes
1 can black beans
1 can cannelli (or any white) beans
1 can kidney beans
1 can vegetarian baked beans
1 can kernel corn
Put everything in crockpot in order listed.
Do NOT rinse or drain beans.
DO NOT STIR.
Cook on low for 6 [...]
PUMPKIN FLUFF
PUMPKIN FLUFF
1/2 cup fat-free skim milk
1 cup Cool Whip Free Whipped Topping
15 oz canned pumpkin
1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 serving fat-free sugar-free instant vanilla pudding & pie filling mix
Refrigerate and serve!
Serves 4, 1 “unit”/serving
Layered Pumpkin Loaf
Layered Pumpkin Loaf
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POINTS® Value: 2 (based on my calculations, recheck for accuracy)
Servings: 12
Ingredients
8 oz Kraft Philadelphia Free Fat-Free Cream Cheese
4 items egg white(s)
1/2 cup fat-free skim milk
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp table salt
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 cup +2 tbsp McNeil Nutritionals SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener
1/3 cup Manischewitz Unsweetened Apple Sauce
1/4 cup McNeil Nutritionals Splenda [...]
Chicken Broccoli Divan
Chicken Broccoli Divan
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Halfmysize.com
Serves – 4
Points – 5
12 oz. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
10 oz. frozen chopped broccoli, cooked
10 3/4 oz. can 98% fat free broccoli cheese condensed soup
1 Tbsp. minced onions
1/2 cup fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/3 cup skim milk
salt and pepper, to taste
Methods/steps
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray [...]
Mini Oreo Cheesecakes
Mini Oreo Cheesecakes
14 Reduced Fat Oreo Cookies
2 (8 oz.) Packages Fat Free Cream Cheese
1 Cup Splenda Granular
1/2 Cup Egg Substitute
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Fat Free Cool Whip (optional)
12 Foil Cupcake Liners
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place 12 foil cupcake liners into a regular size muffin tin. Place one Oreo into the bottom of each liner and [...]
Broccoli Cheddar Nuggets
Broccoli Cheddar Nuggets
10 oz. Frozen Broccoli
1/2 Cup Seasoned Bread Crumbs
3/4 cup Kraft Fat Free Shredded Cheese
1/8 teaspoon Salt
1/4 Cup Egg Substitute
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. Thaw the broccoli and chop into very small pieces. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, bread crumbs, cheese, [...]
Watergate Salad (Green stuff)
Watergate Salad
1 (20 oz.) Can Crushed Pineapple, in juice1 (1 oz.) Package Sugar Free Pistachio Instant Pudding Mix8 ounces Nonfat Vanilla Yogurt1/2 Cup Miniature Marshmallows1/4 Cup Chopped Pecans, divided2 Cups Fat Free Whipped Topping4 Packages Splenda Packets, optionalStir together crushed pineapple and dry pistachio pudding mix. Stir in nonfat vanilla yogurt, then add mini marshmallows. [...]
Chicken and Spinach Lasagna
POINTS® Value: 7
Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 30 min
Cooking Time: 50 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
This tasty Italian casserole is a snap to make. Just use uncooked noodles and layer the other ingredients as usual. The dry pasta will absorb the extra liquid while cooking so you can say goodbye to runny lasagna!
Ingredients
1 sprays cooking spray
52 oz Contadina Marinara Sauce, [...]
Taco Skillet
Taco Skillet
8-1cup servings
5 pts per serving
8 oz very lean ground beef
1 package taco seasoning mix
11 oz canned corn (undrained)
14 oz black beans (rinsed)
1 cup salsa
3 cups hot water
8 oz uncooked penne pasta or ziti
4 oz fat free cream cheese
4 oz shredded low fat (2%) cheddar cheese
Brown meat in large skillet. Drain fat and rinse under hot water [...]
Quick Chicken Spaghetti
Quick Chicken Spaghetti
3 c cooked spaghetti (6 oz dry spaghetti)
1 can Rotel or Italian tomatoes
4 oz Velveeta 2%, chunked
1 can 98% fat free Cream of Chicken Soup
¼ c green peppers and onions, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
½ tsp garlic powder (or minced garlic to taste)
1 (12.5 oz) can fat-free chicken breast
Place cooked spaghetti in large [...]
SMOTHERED CHICKEN WITH PIEROGIES
This reminded me a little of chicken and dumplings. I brought it for lunch today too so it must have been pretty good.
My updated to this recipe:I used a some ff chicken broth to thin the soup out a little, I added a cup of corn in addition to the peas, I seasoned the soup mixture [...]
Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Servings 6 Points
3 chicken breast, skinless/boneless
16 oz FF sour cream
2 C FF Cream of chicken soup
30 Ritz crackers
Salt & pepper
Poppyseeds
Boil chicken and shred. Combine sour cream and soup. In a 9×13 pan layer chicken and soup mix. Crush crackers and place on top. Bake @ 350 for 20-30 minutes or until bubbly.
Points [...]
Crockpot Balsamic Chicken
2 T olive oil
6 Turkey bacon slices diced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 green pepper cubed 1″
1 red pepper, cubed 1″
1 bunch green onions
1 lb boned, skinned chicken breasts, 1″ cubed
2 T balsamic vinegar
1/2 t marjoram(I used oregano)
1/2 t salt(I used garlic salt)
1/4 t pepper
1/4 cup FF chicken broth
2 cups tomatoes, canned (I used two 14 oz [...]
BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP
BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP – Reduced Fat
2 cups cooked chicken breast
16 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
1 tablespoon ranch salad dressing mix
1/2 cup skim milk
1 cup Louisiana hot sauce
3/4 cup chopped celery
1 cup reduced fat cheddar cheese shredded
Saute chicken and celery in the hot sauce. Add everything but the cheddar. Put in baking dish. Top with the cheddar. [...]
Decadent Dessert
Decadent Dessert
2 non-fat yogurts, 80 cal.
1 pkg. of FF, SF Vanilla pudding (instant)
1 small can of Mandarin oranges, drained
1 small can of pineapple tidbits or crushed, not drained
12 oz. Cool Whip light or FF
Mix yogurts and pudding.
Add Oranges and pineapple.
Fold in Cool Whip.
1 point for 1 1/2 cups.
Baked Parmesan Sour Cream Chicken
Baked Parmesan Sour Cream Chicken
4 servings, 5 points a piece
1 lb chicken
6oz light sour cream
1/4 c shredded Parmesan cheese (I used the 3 cheese blend, so good)
1 clove garlic pressed
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4-cup Italian breadcrumbs
Place fillets in single layer in Pam sprayed 13×9 inch baking pan. Stir together sour cream and next [...]
Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff
POINTS® value per serving | 5
Servings | 4
Main Meals |
Ingredients
1 pound 95% lean/5% fat raw ground beef
1 cup 98% Fat-Free Cream Of Mushroom Soup
1 cup fat-free sour cream
Instructions
Brown and season ground beed to your liking. Drain. Add soup and cream cheese cook to incorporate and heat. Serve over egg noodles( add points for [...]
Read More..>>Oriental Green Beans (goes good with Bourbon Chicken)
Oriental Green Beans
POINTS® value per serving | 1
Servings | 4
Side Dishes |
Ingredients
1 1/2 pound frozen cut green beans
3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 Tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener
1 Tbsp minced garlic
Instructions
Cook beans until tender,4-5 minutes.
While beans are cooking combine soy sauce, oil, and sugar; set aside.
Drain beans; set aside.
Spray a wok or [...]
Bourbon Chicken
Bourbon Chicken
POINTS® value per serving | 5
Servings | 4
Main Meals | Note: This has a kick to it, you can make more or less spicy by playing with the amount of Crushed Red Pepper Flakes you put in
Ingredients
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup Apple Juice
1 1/2 pound uncooked [...]
Boneless Buffalo Chicken Bites
Boneless Buffalo Chicken Bites
1 Cup Flour*
2 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Paprika
1/4 cup Egg Substitute
1 Tablespoon Skim Milk
1 Pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
Non-stick Cooking Spray
1/4 Cup Frank’s Hot Sauce
2 Tablespoons Fat Free Margarine Spread
2 Tablespoons Water
*You’re only going to use 1/2 of the flour and salt. The nutritional information reflects this [...]
Roasted Corn,BlackBean,& Mango salad
Roasted Corn, Black Bean, and Mango Salad*
You can make this simple, fresh salad up to 8 hours ahead of time.
Ingredients
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups corn kernels (from 3 ears)
1 large ripe mango (about 1 pound), peeled and diced
1 15-ounce or 19-ounce can black beans, rinsed
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup diced [...]
Bride’s Chicken
Bride’s Chicken
Serving Size : 4
4 – 3-ounce skinless boneless chicken breasts
1/4 cup fat-free vinaigrette dressing
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
2 tablespoons apricot spreadable fruit
Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Place chicken breasts in prepared baking pan. In small bowl, combine dressing, soup mix and spreadable fruit; spread over chicken.
Bake 20–25 [...]
Crunchy Ranch Chicken
Crunchy Ranch Chicken
Servings 4
1/3 cup crushed corn flakes
1/4 cup RF Parmesan cheese
1 pkt Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Preheat oven to 350, spray 9×13 glass dish with cooking spray. Combine corn flake crumbs, cheese and dressing mix. Spray chicken with cooking spray then roll in cornflake mixture
Bake for 45 mins or [...]
Italian Meatballs
Italian Meatballs
From: Halfmysize.com
Serves – 25 (2 meatballs each)
Points – 1
1 1/4 lbs. ground turkey breast
1/2 cup dried Italian bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated nonfat Parmesan cheese
2 egg whites
1 Tbsp. minced onions
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. black pepper
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Combine the meatball ingredients in a large mixing bowl [...]
Orange-Scented Vegetable Couscous
Enjoy this as a vegetarian entrée or side dish. Or, turn it into a one-dish meal: Add chopped cooked chicken breast when you add the peas.
Ingredients:
1 1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup golden seedless raisins
3/4 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup uncooked couscous
1 tsp olive oil
1 [...]
Pizza Potatoes
Pizza Potatoes
1 (4.9 oz.) Box Betty Crocker Scalloped Potatoes
2/3 Skim Milk
2 Cups Boiling Water
1/4 Cup 2% Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1/4 Cup 2% Shredded Cheddar Cheese
34 Slices Turkey Pepperoni
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray an 8×8 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Place the milk and water in the prepared dish and stir in the package [...]
Eggplant Lasagna
Eggplant Lasagna
Makes 6 serving
ACTIVE TIME: 25 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 hour 10 minutes EASE OF PREPARATION: Moderate
2 eggplants (about 2 pounds total)
3 egg whites
3 tablespoons water
1 cup fine dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (1 ounce), divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup slivered fresh basil leaves
2 1/2 cups tomato sauce
3/4 cup grated part-skim [...]
BUBBLE UP PIZZA CASSEROLE
BUBBLE UP PIZZA CASSEROLE
6 Servings @ 7.5 Points
(OR)
8 Servings @ 5.5 Points
1 lb. very lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
16 oz. tomato sauce
½ t. dried basil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 t. Italian seasoning
17 slices turkey pepperoni (I cut in half)
Veggie Toppings for additional points if necessary– onion, mushrooms, peppers, banana peppers, black olives, etc.
2 cans (7.5 oz.) [...]
Parmesan Herb Baked Tilapia
Parmesan Herb Baked Tilapia
Adapted from Cooking Light, January 2004
Points:4
Servings: 4
Note: I used Italian breadcrumbs and dried minced onions.
Ingredients:
4 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets
Cooking spray
1/3 cup (about 1 1/2 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fat free mayonnaise
2 T minced green onions
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400°. [...]
Grilled Zucchini Rolls with Herbs and Cheese
Grilled Zucchini Rolls with Herbs and Cheese
I saw her make this on her show last weekend and thought it sounded AMAZING!
Copyright, 2007, Ellie Krieger, All rights reserved
FoodNetwork Link
Show: Healthy Appetite with Ellie Krieger
Episode: Ready to Go
3 zucchini (about 1/2 pound each), sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
1 [...]
Doritos Chicken Casserole
Doritos Chicken Casserole
Points 6
Serves 8
Ingredients
2 cup cooked light meat chicken, cubed, shredded, or sliced ( I used canned)
16 oz fat-free canned refried beans
10 3/4 oz Campbell’s Healthy Request Cream of Chicken Soup
1 10 oz can Ro-Tel Tomatoes (if you have kids use just diced tomatoes)
8 oz Doritos Baked Nacho Cheesier Tortilla Chips
1 1/4 oz reduced-sodium [...]
Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
POINTS® value | 7
Servings | 6
Main Meals | Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Detailed ingredients:
3 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded or diced
1 small onion, chopped
16 oz container fat free sour cream
2 cups shredded low-fat cheese, divided
1 can enchilada sauce
Taco seasoning
Tortillas (corn, flour or wheat)
Ingredients
What I ran through recipe builder:
3 item chicken breast, cooked, skinless
1 [...]
Raspberry Bliss!
Raspberry Bliss!
Yes, it’s time for another Starbucks swappuccino, courtesy of your pal HG. She and her trusty blender are working overtime this summer, and the latest creation to come out of the HG kitchen is a rockin’ Raspberry Mocha Frappuccino swap. Even if you don’t like raspberry (or coffee!), we think you’ll dig this one. [...]
Eggplant Parmigiana
Eggplant Parmigiana
POINTS Value: 3
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 35 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
We slimmed down this fattening favorite. Baking the eggplant gives the dish a crispy texture without the fat that comes from frying.
Ingredients
1 sprays cooking spray
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs, Italian-style
1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 medium raw eggplant
2 large [...]
Cheez-It Chicken
Cheez-It Chicken
Serving Size : 4
6 tablespoons sour cream — ff
3 ounces Cheez-its — rf, crushed
1 pound chicken breast — boneless, skinless, cut into strips
butter spray
Preheat oven to 350. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray. Put sour cream in a bowl and crumbs on a plate. Coat strips w/sour cream, then cheez-its. Place on pan and [...]
Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew
Slow Cooker Cowboy Stew
1 1/4 lbs. lean beef stew meat
1 chopped onion
4 small potatoes — chunked
1 can baked beans — (28 oz) any flavor
Place beef, onion and potatoes in slow cooker. Spread beans on top.
Cook on low 8-10 hours or high 6-8 hours.
Pure comfort food!
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Too Good To Be Stew
TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE STEW
1 1/2 cups=2 points
1# ground beef or turkey
1 bag coleslaw mix
1-46oz can V-8 juice
1-28oz can stewed tomatoes
4-10oz cans Rotel (tomatoes with green chilies
3-15oz cans of beans (1 each of black,red,kidney)
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic minced
1 pkg dry Italian dressing mix
Saute onion and garlic until tender. Brown the meat. Cook [...]
Crockpot BBQ Chicken
Crockpot Barbequed Chicken or Pork
2 servings
Core Recipe; 3 points on Flex
2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or 8 oz lean pork
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup diet cola
1 tsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp Liquid Smoke
Mix ketchup and cola together in Crockpot. Add other ingredients. Cook on ‘high’ for 4 hours, then reduce heat to ‘low’ or [...]
Oven Roasted Corn
Oven Roasted Corn
4 Ears Fresh un-husked Corn
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare the corn by pulling off any parts of the husk from that stick out or are brown. If the corn has a lot of silks sticking out of the top, use a pair of kitchen scissors and cut them off. Soak corn for [...]