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Parmesan Waffle Fries recipe – 145 calories
Parmesan Waffle Fries recipe – 145 calories Ingredients: 1 (22 ounce) package frozen waffle-shaped French fries 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 tablespoon parsley 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1-2 tablespoons oil Preparation: 1. Heat the oven according to package directions and cook the French fries until crisp. 2. While the [...]
Continue reading...Dilled Corn and Peas recipe – 61 calories
18. August 2009
Dilled Corn and Peas recipe – 61 calories Ingredients: 2 cups corn kernel (fresh or frozen) 2 1/2 cups snap peas (fresh or frozen) 1 small sweet red pepper, julienned 1/4 teaspoon dill weed 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup water 1/8 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/8 teaspoon pepper (or to taste) Preparation: 1. Place [...]
Continue reading...Asparagus and Water Chestnuts recipe – 58 calories
18. August 2009
Asparagus and Water Chestnuts Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) package cut frozen (or fresh) asparagus 1 (5 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1/4 cup red onion, diced 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon butter (optional) Preparation: 1. Heat the olive oil and butter (optional) in a skillet over medium-high heat. 2. [...]
Continue reading...Apple-Raisin Salad recipe – 194 calories
18. August 2009
Apple-Raisin Salad recipe – 194 calories Ingredients: 1 head cabbage 1/2 cup apples (diced) 1/2 cup seedless raisins 1/4 cup nuts (chopped) 1/2 cup light mayonnaise 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon orange juice 1 teaspoon sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 1-2 pinch pepper (or to taste) 1-2 pinch paprika (or to taste) 1/8 cup orange [...]
Continue reading...Scandinavian Cucumber Salad recipe – 117 calories
18. August 2009
Scandinavian Cucumber Salad recipe – 117 calories Ingredients: 3 small cucumbers, thinly sliced 1/2 cup sour cream 1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced 1 pinch dill weed 2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar Preparation: 1. Combine the sour cream, dill weed, vinegar, parsley and sugar. 2. Gently add the [...]
Continue reading...Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup recipe – 119 calories
18. August 2009
Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup recipe – 119 calories Ingredients: 4 cups ripe tomatoes (approximately 5 large tomatoes), peeled, seeded and chopped 2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup coarsely chopped celery 1/3 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion 1/2-1 cup light cream 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon fresh basil or fresh dill, chopped (optional) salt, to [...]
Continue reading...Braised Brussels Sprouts with Vinegar and Dill recipe – 40 calories
18. August 2009
Braised Brussels Sprouts with Vinegar and Dill recipe – 40 calories Ingredients: 3 lbs Brussels sprouts 2 tablespoons wine vinegar 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped salt and pepper , to taste Preparation: 1. Trim the Brussels sprouts; half if desired. 2. In large pot of boiling salted water, cook the Brussels sprouts for about 8 [...]
Continue reading...Czech-Style Sauerkraut recipe – 150 calories
18. August 2009
Czech-Style Sauerkraut recipe – 150 calories Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can sauerkraut 1 cup sweetened applesauce 1 medium onion 1 medium potato 4 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon caraway seeds Preparation: 1. Place the sauerkraut and the liquid, butter and caraway seeds in a large saucepan over medium heat. 2. When the mixture begins to bubble [...]
Continue reading...Horiatiki (Greek Salad) recipe – 156 calories
18. August 2009
Horiatiki (Greek Salad) recipe – 156 calories Ingredients: 4-5 large ripe tomatoes 1 cucumber 1 dozen olives 1 green bell pepper 1 large red onion 1/4 lb Feta cheese, crumbled or sliced top quality extra virgin olive oil dried oregano sea salt pickled hot pepperoncini peppers (for garnish) 1 tablespoon water Preparation: 1. Wash and [...]
Continue reading...Pumpkin Cookies recipe – 59 calories
18. August 2009
Pumpkin Cookies recipe – 59 calories Ingredients: 1 cup canned pumpkin 1 cup margarine or butter, softened 1 egg 1/4 cup ground flax seeds 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1/2 cup Splenda granular 2 cups whole weat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon cinnamon [...]
Continue reading...Oven-Roasted Green Beans recipe – 55 calories
18. August 2009
Oven-Roasted Green Beans recipe – 55 calories Ingredients: 3/4 lb fresh green beans, boiled to crisp-tender 2 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced 1 small onion, peeled and sliced into thin rings 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar salt (to taste) freshly ground black pepper (to taste) Preparation: 1. [...]
Continue reading...Chiles Toreados recipe – 108 calories
18. August 2009
Chiles Toreados recipe – 108 calories Ingredients: 12-16 hot peppers (serranos or jalapenos are best) vegetable oil (for rubbing the chili peppers) coarse salt (to taste) lime wedges (optional) Preparation: 1. Preheat a small cast iron skillet over medium high heat (these may also be grilled outdoors, if so adjust the cooking time accordingly for [...]
Continue reading...Avocado and Jalapeno Pepper Salad recipe – 195 calories
18. August 2009
Avocado and Jalapeno Pepper Salad recipe – 195 calories Ingredients: 4 ripe avocados (halved, pitted and cut into 1/2-inch wedges) 1-2 large red or green jalapeno peppers, seeded and thinly sliced 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/4 cup cilantro leaf salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste) Preparation: 1. Arrange the avocado slices on [...]
Continue reading...Cauliflower Soup recipe – 127 calories
18. August 2009
Cauliflower Soup recipe – 127 calories Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower, separated into florets 1 cup half-and-half cream 1 medium onion, sliced 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon 2 tablespoons flour 1/2 teaspoon celery salt 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation: 1. In a large saucepan, bring two cups of water to [...]
Continue reading...Mint Cucumber Salad recipe – 72 calories
18. August 2009
Min Cucumber Salad recipe – 72 calories Ingredients: 3 medium cucumbers (peeled, seeded and thinly sliced) 2 tablespoons heavy cream 8 ounces plain yogurt 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon salt, to taste 1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation: 1. Place the cucumbers [...]
Continue reading...Mexican Corn on the Cob (Elote) recipe – 183 calories
18. August 2009
Mexican corn on the cob (Elote) recipe – 183 calories Ingredients: 4 ears corn, shucked 3 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons finely grated parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation: 1. Prepare the grill. 2. In a small [...]
Continue reading...Roasted Fingerling Potatoes recipe – 159 calories
18. August 2009
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes recipe – 159 calories Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fingerling potatoes 4-5 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 medium sweet onion, sliced thin and seperated into rings 1-2 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped salt and pepper , to taste Preparation: 1. Cut the potatoes into 1/2 to 1 inch sections. 2. Place [...]
Continue reading...Radish and Cilantro Relish recipe – 57 calories
18. August 2009
Radish and Cilantro Relish recipe – 57 calories Ingredients: 2 cups radish, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 cup onions, chopped 2 tablespoons canola oil 3 tablespoons orange juice 2 tablespoons lime juice, salt and pepper, to taste Preparation: 1. Mix together all the ingredients in a bowl. 2. Cover and refrigerate for [...]
Continue reading...Endive, Radicchio and Arugula Salad recipe – 143 calories
18. August 2009
Endive, Radicchio and Arugula Salad recipe – 143 calories Ingredients: 2 spears endives, washed, dried, and coarsely chopped 1/3 lb baby arugula, washed, dried, and thinly chopped 1 small radicchio, washed, dried, and coarsely chopped For the dressing 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard shaved Parmesan cheese 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar [...]
Continue reading...Cream of Carrot Soup recipe – 166 calories
18. August 2009
Cream of Carrot Soup recipe – 166 calories Ingredients: 5 cups carrots, peeled and diced 1 1/2 cups non-dairy coffee creamer 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 2 small onions, peeled and diced 1 tablespoon butter 6 cups water 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 tablespoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper [...]
Continue reading...Norwegian Creamed Cabbage recipe – 115 calories
18. August 2009
Norwegian Creamed Cabbage recipe – 115 calories Ingredients: 1 lb cabbage, chopped 1 2/3 cups milk 4 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon salt, to taste pepper, to taste Preparation: 1. Boil the cabbage for about 30 minutes (until tender); drain well. 2. Mix together the milk, flour and [...]
Continue reading...Nutty Green Beans recipe – 172 calories
18. August 2009
Nutty Green Beans recipe – 172 calories Ingredients: 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed 4 tablespoons walnuts or pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons lite olive oil 1/4 teaspoon black pepper lemon wedges (for garnish) Preparation: 1. In a large non-stick skillet, bring an inch of water to a boil. [...]
Continue reading...Asparagus and Tomato Skillet recipe – 138 calories
18. August 2009
Asparagus and Tomato Skillet recipe – 138 calories Ingredients: 2 medium tomatoes 1 1/2 lbs asparagus 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion 3 slices bacon, fried, drained and crumbled 1 tablespoon water 3 tablespoons vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation: 1. Saute the onion in the bacon drippings until tender. 2. Add the [...]
Continue reading...Green Beans and Basil Salad recipe – 150 calories
18. August 2009
Green Beans and Basil Salad recipe – 150 calories Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs green beans, topped, tailed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves 1 clove garlic, finely minced 2 scallions, chopped 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt freshly ground black pepper, to taste [...]
Continue reading...Pea Salad with Sesame Dressing recipe – 109 calories
18. August 2009
Green Peas in Sesame Dressing recipe – 109 calories Ingredients: 3 cups shelled fresh peas 12 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed 1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 1 tablespoon packed golden brown sugar 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation: 1. Cook the [...]
Continue reading...Cambodian Grilled Corn recipe – 183 calories
18. August 2009
Cambodian Grilled Corn recipe – 183 calories Ingredients: 6 ears corn, husks and silk removed 2 green onions (white parts only), thinly sliced 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oils 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons water vegetable oil, for brushing Preparation: 1. Prepare the charcoal grill or preheat an ungreased [...]
Continue reading...Healthy Cucumber-Tomato Salad recipe – 40 calories
18. August 2009
Healthy Cucumber-Tomato Salad recipe – 40 calories Ingredients: 1-2 medium tomatoes, cubed 1 large cucumber, cubed fresh basil, chopped 1/2 small onion, chopped garlic salt pepper Preparation: 1. Add the tomatoes, cucumber and onion to a tupperware bowl (or any bowl with a cover). 2. Add some chopped basil, garlic salt and pepper to taste. [...]
Continue reading...Sweet Potato Curry recipe – 172 calories
18. August 2009
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced 1/2 large sweet onion, chopped or 2 scallions, thinly sliced 10 ounces fresh spinach, washed, stemmed and coarsely chopped 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish 1-2 teaspoon [...]
Continue reading...Stuffed Mushrooms recipe – 99 calories
18. August 2009
Stuffed Mushrooms recipe – 99 calories Ingredients: 6 large mushrooms, stems removed and finely chopped 2 slices bacon, finely diced 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 small tomato, finely diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/4 onion, finely chopped 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs Preparation: 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F [...]
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18. August 2009
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