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This recipe is sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association®. The opinions and text are all mine. The end.

I love making crustless quiches because it does not involve the work of having to do the dough like a conventional quiche pie does. Not only it is time consuming having to prepare the dough, but avoiding the crust you can save the highly processed carbohydrates.

It is very important to avoid highly processed carbohydrates when it comes to preventing diabetes. Simple carbohydrates are stripped of their nutritious germ and fiber. Unhealthful diets often contain too many carbohydrates processed into concentrated forms (corn syrup) that provide calories and little else. The bottom line: when you fill up with carbohydrates, like complex carbohydrates such as whole grains.

For this recipe I also made the preparation shorter. No need to sauté the veggies since in the oven they will cook evenly. I am always for saving time while cooking, since we all know how busy families are nowadays. 

I am working with the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association to bring you recipe ideas. This crustless asparagus and tomato quiche is heart healthy and great for people living with diabetes.

Whole grains, starchy vegetables, beans, soy foods, green vegetables and fruits–foods served as nature grew them–are the carbohydrates that pack the highest nutritional octane. They’re rich in compounds that support good health, including fiber, nutrients, and phytochemicals. A dietary pattern based on these foods lowers the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and many major cancers.

In addition, people living with type 2 diabetes are two times more likely to develop and die from heart attacks, heart failure and strokes than people who do not have diabetes. But it doesn’t have to be that way, reduce your risk. 

It’s time to prioritize your health—do it for yourself and those who love you.

Time to cut your risk of heart disease and stroke and fight for the amazing life you’ve made for yourself. To get started, visit DiabetesdeCorazon.org, to check out even more recipes and resources. Then talk to your doctor to learn how to lower your risk.

You’re ready to say, “Now I know, and now I’m changing my story.” It’s time to change your story and reduce your risk.

Visit DiabetesdeCorazon.org for more information on how to lower your risk for heart disease and stroke.

Do You Know the 4 Questions to Ask Your Doctor?

It is very important to ask the following questions to your doctor to be able to take care of yourself the best way possible.

https://diabetesdecorazon.org/recursos/4-preguntas/

• ¿Qué cambios debo hacer para cuidarme el corazón?
• ¿Qué debo hacer antes de mi próxima cita?
• ¿Cómo sé si los cambios que he hecho están teniendo efecto?
• ¿Qué recursos tengo para aprender más?

Los adultos con diabetes son 2X más propensos a sufrir un ataque cardíaco o cerebral que las personas sin diabetes.

Con una sola conversación puedes empezar a reducir el riesgo.

I hope you are able to use this information. Having the right information is key. You can also start your healthier you in the kitchen with heart healthy recipes like this crustless asparagus and tomato quiche. 

Enjoy!

Crustless Asparagus and Tomato quiche

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• Cooking spray
• 10 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces
• 4 medium green onions, chopped
• 12 grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
• 4 large egg whites
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (lowest sodium available)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded or grated low-fat cheddar or Colby cheese

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9-inch glass pie pan or 4 individual 3 inch pie pans with cooking spray.

In a medium bowl, whisk together  egg whites, large eggs Dijon mustard, thyme and pepper. Set aside.

Divide the asparagus, green onions and cherry tomatoes between the 4 pie pans. Pour egg mixture over 4 pie pans.

Bake for 20, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with the cheese. Let the quiche cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.

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This recipe is sponsored by Know Diabetes by Heart, a joint initiative of the American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association.  The opinions and text are all mine. The end.

I love making soups especially around this time of the year not only because my family loves them but because most soup recipes tend to be simple, don’t require much preparation and they are very versatile. I have been wanting to try this tomato basil bisque soup for a while so today I am glad I got around to doing it. It turned out fabulous.

For my tomato basil soup version I was able to shorten the preparation time and steps require to make it, so I hope you get to try it. My family enjoyed it quite a lot. I kind of wish I doubled the batch to be honest.

I am collaborating with Know Diabetes by Heart a collaboration between the American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association to bring to your recipe ideas. This tomato basil bisque not only is heart healthy but great for people living with diabetes. 

People living with type 2 diabetes are 2x more likely to develop and die from heart attacks, heart failure and strokes, than people who do not have diabetes.  But it doesn’t have to be that way, reduce your risk. 

It’s time to prioritize your health – do it for yourself and those who love you.

Time to cut your risk of heart disease and stroke and fight for the amazing life you’ve made for yourself.  To get started, visit Knowdiabetesbyheart.org/resources/recipes/, check out even more recipes and resources. Then talk to your doctor to learn how to lower your risk.

You’re ready to say, “Now I know, and now I’m changing my story.” It’s time to change your story and reduce your risk.

Visit Knowdiabetesbyheart.org/  for more information lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke. If you are new to diabetes type 2, if you are managing your diabetes type 2 or helping someone with diabetes type 2, there is a lot of useful information.

You will be able to learn how to best prevent your risk of developing heart disease and stroke. Having the right information is always key.

You can begin your healthier you in the kitchen with heart healthy recipes great for people living with diabetes.

Enjoy!

tomato basil bisque

Yield: 8 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 30

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp canola oil
• 2 medium leeks (white part only), thinly sliced, or 1/2 cup sliced onion
• 2 small rib of celery, diced
• 4 medium garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 lb tomatoes
• 2 cups of water
• 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil
• 1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half

Directions:

In a large saucepan, over medium to high heat, heat oil and add stir leeks, celery, garlic, salt, and pepper for 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and stir. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add water to the pan. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn heat off and add chopped basil and half and half. With an emersion blender, blend ingredients until desire consistency.

Serve warm or refrigerate in an airtight container until chilled.

Recipe source: KnowDiabetesbyHeart

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Mule cocktails, which are made with ginger beer, are one of my ultimate favorite drinks. They have been ever since I met my husband and started having cocktails on special occasions. Knowing how much I love Mules, I wanted to come up with my own unique versions to serve my family and guests this summer. I’m calling them Orange Mules Three Ways and all three versions turned out to be sensational.

The three versions include a simple yet delicious Orange Mule, an Orange Blackberry Mule, and an Orange Pineapple Champagne Mule.

My personal favorite is the Orange Blackberry Mule, which has a unique, refreshing taste perfect for summer. The Orange Pineapple Champagne Mule has a more tropical flavor and is extra bubbly, and the Orange Mule is the most simple version yet still incredibly delicious.

For these drinks, I used Florida’s Natural® Brand Orange Juice. Florida’s Natural is made from just one ingredient—Florida oranges—which makes for delicious, fresh-tasting orange juice that is perfect for cocktails. 

Plus, one 8-ounce glass of orange juice provides nearly two servings of whole fruit, as well as essential vitamins and minerals like folic acid, potassium—and your daily recommended dose of vitamin C.

All in all, all three versions are exceptional and perfect for summer. I will be serving these to my family over the 4^th of July and am excited to see which version turns out to be the winner. I anticipate the blackberry version to be on the top, but we will see.

What will you be serving up this holiday weekend? If you don’t yet have a cocktail planned, these should be on your menu—simple, unique, tasty and refreshing. I promise your guests will not be disappointed.

Enjoy!

Mule 3 ways

Miryam's original recipe

Yield: 1 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

Orange Blackberry Mule

• 2 ounces Vodka
• 1/4 cup Florida's Natural orange juice
• 1/4 cup ginger beer
• 1 tbsp fresh blackberries
• Fresh mint

Orange Pineapple Champagne Mule

• 2 ounces Vodka
• 1/4 cup Florida's Natural orange juice
• 1/4 cup pineapple
• 2 once Champagne
• A splash ginger beer

Orange Mule

• 2 ounces Vodka
• 1/3 cup Florida's Natural orange juice
• 1/3 cup ginger beer
• A splash of lemon juice

 

Directions:

Orange Blackberry Mule

In a glass, muddle the blackberries and mint. Add the vodka. Fill the glass with ice and add the ginger beer. Garnish with mint.

Orange Pineapple Champagne Mule

Fill a glass with ice, add the vodka, orange juice and pineapple. With a spoon mix to combine. Add the champagne and a splash of ginger beer. Garnish as desired.

Orange Mule

Fill a glass with ice, add the vodka, orange juice, and ginger beer. Add the splash of lemon juice and mix to combine. Garnish as desired.

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I love making cookies, especially chocolate cookies of any kind. Today, I tried something that I have never done before—an orange chocolate cookie. I’ve made orange chocolate truffles before, but not cookies, and they were even better than I’d imagined. Orange is the perfect seasonal flavor to welcome spring and complements the rich chocolate so well. If you like chocolate (who doesn’t?) you are going to absolutely love these gluten-free Chocolate Orange Truffle Cookies. 

These Chocolate Orange Truffle Cookies are simply the best. They are almost like brownies, with an intense chocolate flavor. Rich and fudgy with a touch of citrus, these will satisfy any chocolate craving.

For the orange juice that gives these cookies their delicious citrus flavor, I choose Florida’s Natural Orange Juice. Florida’s Natural comes from pure Florida oranges. There are no artificial flavors or ingredients, and Florida’s Natural only uses oranges hand-picked from their grower-owned orange groves in Florida. Plus, Florida’s Natural orange juice is full of vitamins and minerals like potassium and vitamin C.

This recipe calls for two types of chocolate, which gives the cookies their sensational brownie flavor. I wanted to keep my cookies strictly orange and chocolate so the flavors would really stand out, but you can also include add-ons to the recipe, such as walnuts or pecans that will add just a little bit of crunch.

These Chocolate Orange Truffle Cookies are decadent, exceptionally tasty and perfect for any chocolate lover. If you are looking for a cookie with a rich, fudgy texture and intense chocolate flavor, this is your recipe.

Enjoy!

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Chocolate orange truffle cookies

Miryam's original recipe

Yield: 24 cookies

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp Florida’s Natural^® Orange Juice
• 12 oz dark chocolate chips
• 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour or gluten-free flour
• 1/3 cup unsweetened or Dutch-process cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon aluminum-free baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Celtic salt
• 1/3 cup coconut oil, room temperature
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• Flaky sea salt, optional

Directions:

Melt 8oz of the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave. If using the microwave, cook in 20-second increments, stirring after each until the chocolate is completely melted. Set aside to slightly cool.

In a large bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and remaining 4oz of chocolate chips together. Set aside.

Transfer the melted chocolate to a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Add the eggs and orange zest and beat on high speed until combined, about 1 minute. Add the coconut oil and mix for another minute or so on medium speed, until combined. Add dry ingredients and mix on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

Transfer the dough to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes or up to two hours.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with unbleached parchment paper.

Spoon the dough onto baking sheets, using approximately 2 tbsp of dough for each cookie, placed 3 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges appear set. The centers will look a little soft.

Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, top cookies with a pinch of flaky sea salt.

 

 

 

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Seafood is one of our favorite proteins to cook, not only for its great taste but also because it is super quick to prepare. This Orange Garlic Shrimp recipe is extremely versatile, easy to follow and packed with flavor. It’s a delicious, nutritious meal that everyone in the family can agree on.

This Orange Garlic Shrimp is the perfect recipe to introduce seafood into your meal planning rotation, and has been a hit in my house since I first made it a few weeks ago. The citrus from the orange juice pairs well with the hint of sweetness from the honey and makes this dish so fresh and bright. And, it is extremely easy to make, even for the beginner cook.

We love shrimp, but if you prefer, you can easily change out the protein in this recipe—it is equally delicious with chicken or beef. If you are a vegetarian, extra firm tofu is a wonderful replacement. 

And for the veggies, feel free to use any of your favorites! I tend to choose fresh vegetables that are in season—some of my favorites for this dish are broccoli, carrots and peppers—but you can substitute frozen veggies in a pinch.

For the orange juice, I choose Florida’s Natural® Brand Orange Juice. Florida’s Natural comes from pure Florida oranges. There are no artificial flavors or ingredients, and Florida’s Natural only uses oranges hand-picked from their grower-owned orange groves in Florida. Plus, Florida’s Natural orange juice is full of vitamins and minerals like potassium and vitamin C.

If you like Asian-inspired recipes, you are going to love this Orange Garlic Shrimp recipe. It has quickly become a regular dinner in our house.

Enjoy!

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Orange garlic shrimp

Miryam's original recipe

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

Sauce

• 1/2 cup  Florida’s Natural^® Orange Juice
• 1/3 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 Tbsp honey
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch

Shrimp

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 red and 1 yellow bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 8 oz fresh broccoli
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (1 1/2 Tbsp)
• 3 oz sliced green onions
• 1/2 tsp sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup cilantro leaves

Directions:

To make the orange sauce, whisk together sauce ingredients in a medium size bowl and set aside.

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible.

Heat a wok or 12-inch skillet over high heat. Add the oil and heat just until it's beginning to smoke, then add the peppers and broccoli. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes.

Then, add the orange sauce to the pan. Stir it slowly into the shrimp and vegetables until the sauce boils and thickens, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat.

Serve with a side of rice and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds and cilantro.

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With the holidays approaching, one of my favorite things to bake are classic desserts. I have only made bread pudding once before and it turned out to be a huge success, so today I decided to try a different version. I’m excited to say that it also turned extremely well! I consider this Dark Chocolate Orange Bread Pudding the perfect dessert for the holidays ahead.

Bread pudding consists of cubed bread, soaked in a custard mixture made of eggs, sweetener and milk and/or heavy cream. I use stale or toasted bread, since it will hold its shape better when soaking up the custard mixture. Otherwise, fresh bread will tend to fall apart and become mushy.

I have seen many recipes that call for different types of bread, but I believe challah bread is one of the best options to obtain a hearty bread pudding recipe. Challah bread is slightly sweet with a unique flavor, perfect for bread pudding.  

I love the orange flavor that comes through from the Florida’s Natural orange juice in this recipe, and with the dark chocolate, the mixture is just superb. I used 100% dark chocolate bars rather than chocolate chips because I didn’t want the overpowering sweetness of milk chocolate. Also, the big chocolate chunk effect is what I was looking for, which is obtained using chocolate bars rather than chocolate chips. 

For the orange flavor, I used Florida’s Natural orange juice. As I’ve talked about in past recipes, I love this juice because it’s made from one simple ingredient—Florida oranges. I like to keep my ingredient list to a minimum, so this alone has made Florida’s Natural a favorite of mine. So, what gives the juice its fresh-from-the-grove flavor? It’s made from seven different varieties of Florida oranges.with a fresh, citrusy taste I love in my recipes.

For the holidays this year, this dark chocolate orange bread pudding will be the perfect pairing for my other recipes that call for Florida’s Natural orange juice. Altogether, this makes for an awesome, unique and well-balanced menu. The full menu consists of:

1. baked orange rosemary chicken as the main dish
2. avocado orange salad with orange honey vinaigrette. for a side
3. Dark chocolate orange bread pudding.

If you haven’t yet decided your holiday menu, I highly recommend this dark chocolate orange bread pudding with the baked orange rosemary chicken and orange avocado salad.

I know this menu was a hit at my house – especially the bread pudding! My husband is not a fan of bread pudding and he thoroughly enjoyed this version.

Enjoy!

Dark chocolate orange bread pudding

Miryam's original recipe

Yield: 6 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40-60 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 loaf challah bread, cubed (or brioche)
• 5 eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup Florida’s Natural^® Orange Juice
• 4 oz 100% dark chocolate bar, chopped

Directions:

The bread you use should be a little dry. If the bread you are using is fresh, after you cube it, spread it out on a sheet pan and put it in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes rotating the pan halfway through. Alternatively, you can leave cubed challah bread out overnight to dry out.

In a mixing bowl, add the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, orange juice and maple syrup. Combine with a wire whisk.

In a previously greased baking dish, add the toasted challah bread. Pour the custard mixture over the challah bread. Sprinkle the chopped dark chocolate and let it sit for 30 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed.

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the bread pudding for 40-60 minutes or until the top is lightly browned. Let it rest to cool and serve as desired.

Keep bread pudding refrigerated. Before serving, you may warm it slightly in your microwave. Serve it topped with ice cream, if you prefer.

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