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What Things You Need To Change To Lose Weight Easily

October 29, 2009

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Would you like to find a better way to lose weight? All you need to do is to learn how to lose weight easily. There are some very simple things that you need to do to achieve your goals, no matter how much weight loss you want to achieve. Always remember that losing weight doesn’t [...]

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Pumpkin Cookies recipe – 59 calories

August 30, 2009

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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 [...]

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Green Beans recipe – 74 calories

August 19, 2009

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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: [...]

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Tomato on Toast recipe – 131 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Creamy Bruschetta recipe – 177 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Pizza Sauce recipe – 173 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Boiled Baby Carrots recipe – 154 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Stuffed Jalapenos recipe – 73 calories

August 19, 2009

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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. [...]

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Potato-Cabbage Chowder recipe – 139 calories

August 19, 2009

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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, [...]

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Simple Coleslaw recipe – 127 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Four Pepper Dip or Dressing Recipe – 42 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Peas with Mushrooms recipe – 93 calories

August 19, 2009

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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, [...]

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Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus recipe – 180 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Garlicky Roasted Mushrooms recipe – 58 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Vegetable Bacon Saute recipe – 117 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Raw Asparagus Pesto recipe – 143 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Black Bean Dip recipe – 132 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Sweet Tomato Pizza Sauce recipe – 68 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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German Cabbage Soup recipe – 170 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Garlic Mashed Potatoes recipe – 168 calories

August 19, 2009

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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, [...]

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Mexican Salsa recipe – 40 calories

August 19, 2009

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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. [...]

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Spicy Vinegared Cucumbers recipe – 4 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Creamy Cauliflower Soup recipe – 78 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Honey Mustard Coleslaw recipe – 82 calories

August 19, 2009

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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: [...]

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Black-Eyed Peas Dip recipe – 107 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Roasted Parmesan Potatoes recipe – 171 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Thai Green Vegetable Curry recipe – 174 calories

August 19, 2009

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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, [...]

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Oven-Baked Tender Carrots recipe – 100 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Creamy Coleslaw recipe – 122 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Salmon and Asparagus in Foil recipe – 193 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Seared Scallops with Cabbage and Leeks recipe – 173 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Nippy Carrots recipe – 48 calories

August 19, 2009

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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° [...]

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Cream of Broccoli Soup recipe – 176 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 – [...]

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Szechuan Broccoli and Cauliflower recipe – 54 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Creamy Mushroom Soup recipe – 95 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Thai Slaw Salad recipe – 97 calories

August 19, 2009

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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 [...]

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Black Beans and Corn Salsa recipe – 36 calories

August 19, 2009

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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: [...]

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Sweet Potato Soup recipe – 191 calories

August 18, 2009

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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 [...]

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Pea Salad recipe – 122 calories

August 18, 2009

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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 [...]

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Pumpkin Yeast Bread recipe – 123 calories

August 18, 2009

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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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