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Pumpkin Cookies recipe – 59 calories
August 30, 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 wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon cinnamon [...]
Green Beans recipe – 74 calories
August 19, 2009
Green Beans recipe – 74 calories Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can green beans, partially drained 1 tablespoon bacon grease 1 tablespoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste) Preparation: 1. Add all ingredients to a saucepan. 2. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. 3. Serve hot. Servings: [...]
Tomato on Toast recipe – 131 calories
August 19, 2009
Tomato on Toast recipe – 131 calories Ingredients: 2 slices tomato 1 slice toasted English muffin 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese 1 dash Italian seasoning Preparation: 1. Put the tomato slices on top of a toasted English muffin (optional: butter the toast if you want). 2. Sprinkle the tomato slices with the crumbled blue cheese [...]
Creamy Bruschetta recipe – 177 calories
August 19, 2009
Creamy Bruschetta recipe – 177 calories Ingredients: 1 bread baguette 2 tomatoes, diced 1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated) 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 minced garlic clove 1/4 teaspoon basil 1 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation: 1. Cut the bread into 1-inch slices and butter each slice. 2. Mix the rest of [...]
Pizza Sauce recipe – 173 calories
August 19, 2009
Pizza Sauce recipe – 173 calories Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can tomato puree 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon basil 1/4 teaspoon oregano 1/8 teaspoon thyme 1/4 cup water Preparation: 1. Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan over [...]
Boiled Baby Carrots recipe – 154 calories
August 19, 2009
Boiled Baby Carrots recipe – 154 calories Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package fresh baby carrots 1/3 cup honey 1 cup apple juice 3/4 cup water Preparation: 1. Combine all the ingredients in a large saucepan. 2. Bring to a boil. 3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about 10-14 minutes (or until the carrots are [...]
Stuffed Jalapenos recipe – 73 calories
August 19, 2009
Stuffed Jalapenos recipe – 73 calories Ingredients: 12 pickled jalapeno chilies 1/2 cup (2 oz.) sharp cheddar chesse, shredded 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 12 pimento strips 1/4 cup green onions, sliced Preparation: 1. Rinse and drain the jalapeno peppers. Slit lengthwise on one side. Remove seeds and veins, leaving stem attached. 2. [...]
Potato-Cabbage Chowder recipe – 139 calories
August 19, 2009
Potato-Cabbage Chowder recipe – 139 calories Ingredients: 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 3 cups) 2 cups chopped cabbage 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth 1/2 cup milk 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed salt, to taste pepper, to taste Preparation: 1. In medium saucepan, [...]
Simple Coleslaw recipe – 127 calories
August 19, 2009
Coleslaw recipe – 127 calories Ingredients: 4 lbs shredded cabbage 1 large carrot, shredded 1/2 sweet red pepper, shredded 1/2 green pepper, shredded 1/2 white onion or red onion, shredded 1 celery rib, shredded For the dressing 2 ounces sour cream 3 fluid ounces apple cider vinegar 1 ounce Kraft mayonnaise 2 ounces ketchup 3 [...]
Four Pepper Dip or Dressing Recipe – 42 calories
August 19, 2009
Four Pepper Dip or Dressing Recipe – 42 calories Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sweet red peppers 1-4 chipotle chile in adobo (with or without the seeds) 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper 1 teaspoon sweet paprika (or hot paprika) 1 small onion, chopped 1 tablespoon cilantro or parsley 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt 1 cup mayonnaise 1 [...]
Peas with Mushrooms recipe – 93 calories
August 19, 2009
Peas with Mushrooms recipe – 93 calories Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 (10ounce) package frozen green peas, cooked 2 tablespoons sliced green onions 1 tablespoon butter 1 dash nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/8 teaspoon pepper (or to taste) Preparation: 1. In a skillet over medium heat, [...]
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus recipe – 180 calories
August 19, 2009
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus recipe – 180 calories Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus (washed) 6 slices bacon extra virgin olive oil salt and pepper(to taste) Preparation: 1. Cut 1/2 inch to 1 inch off the end of the asparagus (the asparagus should be at least 4 to 5 inches long). 2. Toss the asparagus with olive oil (just [...]
Garlicky Roasted Mushrooms recipe – 58 calories
August 19, 2009
Garlicky Roasted Mushrooms recipe – 58 calories Ingredients: 2 lbs small white mushrooms 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic, to taste 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, to taste 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste) Preparation: 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees [...]
Vegetable Bacon Saute recipe – 117 calories
August 19, 2009
Vegetable Bacon Saute recipe – 117 calories Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, chopped 1 (8ounce) bag shredded carrots 1 (6ounce) bag baby spinach leaves 1/2 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed salt and pepper (to taste) Preparation: 1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until lightly [...]
Raw Asparagus Pesto recipe – 143 calories
August 19, 2009
Raw Asparagus Pesto recipe – 143 calories Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups diced fresh asparagus 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 garlic cloves 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese Preparation: 1. Put all the ingredients in a food processor. 2. Slowly add the olive oil; blend together. 3. Refrigerate; serve cold. Servings: 8 Nutritional information for one [...]
Black Bean Dip recipe – 132 calories
August 19, 2009
Black Bean Dip recipe – 132 calories Ingredients: 1 (15 1/2ounce) can black beans (drained) 1 (4ounce) jar Goya pimento peppers (chopped) 5 scallions (chopped) 1 (15 1/2ounce) can Goya black bean soup 1 lime (squeezed) 1/8 teaspoon oregano 1/4 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon sugar salt and pepper (to taste) Preparation: 1. Chop the Goya [...]
Sweet Tomato Pizza Sauce recipe – 68 calories
August 19, 2009
Sweet Tomato Pizza Sauce recipe – 68 calories Ingredients: 1 (28ounce) can tomato pure 3 cloves fresh minced garlic 1/2 tablespoon minced carrots 1 teaspoon dried onions, minced or chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1 1/2 tablespoons honey 2 [...]
German Cabbage Soup recipe – 170 calories
August 19, 2009
German Cabbage Soup recipe – 170 calories Ingredients: 1 small cabbage, chopped 4 slices bacon 6 cups chicken broth 1 1/2 cups diced potatoes 1/2 cup minced onions sour cream (for garnish) salt (to taste) pepper (to taste) Preparation: 1. Put the chopped cabbage and the broth in the crock pot, on high; simmer for [...]
Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe – 168 calories
August 19, 2009
Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe – 168 calories Ingredients: 7 cups baking potatoes, cubed and peeled 6 cloves garlic, peeled 2 tablespoons margarine 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/8 teaspoon pepper (or to taste) Preparation: 1. Place the potatoes and garlic in a sauce pan, [...]
Mexican Salsa recipe – 40 calories
August 19, 2009
Mexican Salsa recipe – 40 calories Ingredients: 2 large tomatoes, chopped 4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 2 small white onions, chopped 18 sprigs cilantro, chopped 2 teaspoons lime juice (or apple cider vinegar) 1 teaspoon salt Preparation: 1. Toss the tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, garlic, onion and cilantro together. [...]
Spicy Vinegared Cucumbers recipe – 4 calories
August 19, 2009
Spicy Vinegared Cucumbers recipe – 4 calories Ingredients: 1-2 medium cucumber 1/2 cup rice vinegar 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional) 1/4 cup water Preparation: 1. Slice the cucumbers lengthwise into quarters (seed if desired). 2. Chop them into chunks. 3. Place them in a shallow bowl with lid 4. Mix together [...]
Creamy Cauliflower Soup recipe – 78 calories
August 19, 2009
Creamy Cauliflower Soup recipe – 78 caloriescalories Ingredients: 4 cups cauliflower, chopped 1/2 cup chopped onions 2 cups sliced carrots 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 3 cups vegetable broth 3 cups water salt (to taste) white pepper (to taste) Preparation: 1. In a 5-quart saucepan, add all the ingredients (except salt and white pepper). 2. Cover [...]
Honey Mustard Coleslaw recipe – 82 calories
August 19, 2009
Honey Mustard Coleslaw recipe – 82 calories Ingredients: 3 cups cabbage, finely shredded 3/4 cup sliced radishes 2 cups romaine lettuce, finely shredded 1/8 cup green onions, sliced 1/4 cup toasted broken pecans (optional) 1/4 cup nonfat sour cream 1/4 cup light mayonnaise or whipped salad dressing 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon honey Preparation: [...]
Black-Eyed Peas Dip recipe – 107 calories
August 19, 2009
Black-Eyed Peas Dip recipe – 107 calories Ingredients: 4 cups cooked black-eyed peas 1/3 cup chopped bell peppers 1 (16ounce) can white hominy 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup chopped onions 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup extra virgin oil cupe 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation: 1. Mix [...]
Roasted Parmesan Potatoes recipe – 171 calories
August 19, 2009
Roasted Parmesan Potatoes recipe – 171 calories Ingredients: 5 medium white potatoes 1/3-1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese 1-2 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon italian seassoning 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste) 1/4-1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste) Preparation: 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. 2. Wash the potatoes and cut them into [...]
Thai Green Vegetable Curry recipe – 174 calories
August 19, 2009
Thai Green Vegetable Curry recipe – 174 calories Ingredients: 200 g green beans 1 head broccoli 200 g snow peas 1 sweet potato, cubed 1 zucchini, sliced 100 g baby corn 2 green chili peppers, sliced thinly 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 onion, chopped 165 ml coconut milk 1 bunch coriander, chopped 1 bunch basil, [...]
Oven-Baked Tender Carrots recipe – 100 calories
August 19, 2009
Oven-Baked Tender Carrots recipe – 100 calories Ingredients: 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into round chunks 2 tablespoons butter 3/4 cup beef broth garlic powder (or other seasoning, as desired) Preparation: 1. Place the carrots in oven-safe baking dish with lid. 2. Pour in some beef broth (the more carrots, the more broth you [...]
Creamy Coleslaw recipe – 122 calories
August 19, 2009
Creamy Coleslaw recipe – 122 calories Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cabbage (about 1/4 head) 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced 2 cups shredded carrots 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced 1 cup jicama, cut into thin strips 1/2 cup light mayonnaise 2 teaspoons hot sauce 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons poppy seeds [...]
Salmon and Asparagus in Foil recipe – 193 calories
August 19, 2009
Salmon and Asparagus in Foil recipe – 193 calories Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus 4 (5 ounce) salmon fillets 1 fresh lemon lemon wedges (to garnish) 4 sheets aluminum foil, to wrap (12-inch by 18-inch) salt (to taste) black pepper (to taste) Preparation: 1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. 2. Snap the ends off [...]
Seared Scallops with Cabbage and Leeks recipe – 173 calories
August 19, 2009
Seared Scallops with Cabbage and Leeks recipe – 173 calories Ingredients: 12 large sea scallops (about 1 pound), tough side muscles removed 1 large leek (white and pale green parts only) 1 lb green cabbage (about 1/2 medium head) 1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth 3 tablespoons olive oil coarse salt fresh ground pepper sliced [...]
Nippy Carrots recipe – 48 calories
August 19, 2009
Nippy Carrots recipe – 48 calories Ingredients: 3 cups sliced carrots 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon preapared horseradish 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon sugar fresh dill, to taste (optional) Preparation: 1. Combine the carrots and horseradish with 2 tablespoons water and place in a tightly covered baking dish. 2. Bake at 350° [...]
Cream of Broccoli Soup recipe – 176 calories
August 19, 2009
Cream of Broccoli Soup recipe – 176 calories Ingredients: 1 bunch of broccoli 1/4 cup butter 1 garlic clove 2 cups celery, chopped 2 onions 4 cups milk 1/2 cup flour 4 cups chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1/2 teaspoon marjoram salt and pepper,to taste 1 tomato (chopped), slivered almonds or cheese (to garnish – [...]
Szechuan Broccoli and Cauliflower recipe – 54 calories
August 19, 2009
Szechuan Broccoli and Cauliflower recipe – 54 calories Ingredients: 3 cups broccoli florets 3 cups cauliflower florets 1 carrot, scrubbed and thinly sliced on the diagonal 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 green onion, thinly sliced on the diagonal 3 tablespoons oyster sauce 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon chili paste 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh [...]
Creamy Mushroom Soup recipe – 95 calories
August 19, 2009
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 cup low-fat milk 2 (14 1/2ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/4 teaspoon browning sauce 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Preparation: 1. Coat a soup pot with nonstick cooking spray; add the sliced mushrooms and saute over high heat for about 4-5 [...]
Thai Slaw Salad recipe – 97 calories
August 19, 2009
Thai Slaw Salad recipe – 97 calories Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) shredded cabbage (coleslaw mix) 1 small red or green pepper, seeded and thinly sliced 1/2 seedless European cucumber, sliced thin 4 scallion, thinly sliced 20 leaves fresh basil, shredded toasted sesame seeds For the dressing 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper [...]
Black Beans and Corn Salsa recipe – 36 calories
August 19, 2009
Black Beans and Corn Salsa recipe – 36 calories Ingredients: 1/2 cup canned black bean, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup frozen corn 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1/2 red onion, finely diced 1 jalapeno pepper, finely diced 2-3 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon cumin 2 tablespoons lime juice, about 1 lime Preparation: [...]
Sweet Potato Soup recipe – 191 calories
August 18, 2009
Sweet Potato Soup recipe – 191 calories Ingredients: 3 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped 4 cups beef stock or chicken stock or vegetable stock 2 onion, chopped 2 celery rib, chopped 2 cups half-and-half or milk 2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon 1 bay leaf salt & freshly ground black [...]
Pea Salad recipe – 122 calories
August 18, 2009
Pea Salad recipe – 122 calories Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed and well drained 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1/2 cup sliced green onion 1 cup celery, thinly sliced 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise salt and pepper, to taste Preparation: 1. In a mixing bowl, add the [...]
Pumpkin Yeast Bread recipe – 123 calories
August 18, 2009
Pumpkin Yeast Bread recipe – 123 calories Ingredients: 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, canned or fresh 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast(1 packet) 2 3/4 cups bread flour 1/2 cup warm water, plus another 2 tablespoons warm water (70-80 degrees F) 1/4 cup instant nonfat dry milk powder 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/4 cup brown [...]






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