Healthy Weight Loss Recipes

Strawberry Salad with Walnuts & Goat Cheese

2008-02-04T09:16:00.000-05:00

This is a wonderful strawberry salad with walnuts and goat cheese added for a delicious twist. For the pomegranate vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons oil 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (available at Middle Eastern groceries) 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon finely minced shallot salt to taste For salad: 6 cups mesclun 1 cup strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted 3 ounces soft goat cheese, crumbled (also known as chevre cheese) Freshly ground pepper, to taste Whisk all the vinaigrette ingredients together and set aside. Arrange greens on plates. Top with berries, drizzle with dressing and top with walnuts and crumbled goat...

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Fluffy Fruit Salad

2008-01-25T10:45:00.000-05:00

SUBMITTED BY: Christine Halandras PREP TIME: 10 Min READY IN: 10 Min SERVINGS: 14 servings INGREDIENTS * 1 (20 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained * 1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce * 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained * 1 (8 ounce) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed * 1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel * Lettuce Leaves (optional) * 1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted DIRECTIONS 1. In a bowl, combine pineapple, cranberry sauce and oranges. Fold in whipped topping and orange peel. Serve on lettuce if desired. Garnish with pecans just before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator. Source:...

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Chinese Salad

2007-10-12T12:31:00.000-04:00

My version of Chinese salad, fresh and crispy with a nice crunch from the toasted nuts and crispy noodles. A commercial honey-soy dressing gives a great salty/sweet taste that compliments this salad. 15 min - 15 min prep - 2-4 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups bean sprouts, fresh 3-4 cups Chinese cabbage, I use sugarloaf 1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds, shelled of course 1/4 cup crispy hokkein noodles 2 carrots, julienned 1/4 English cucumber, bite sized chunks 2 green onions, sliced on the diagonal honey soy dressing (Kraft makes an excellent one) DIRECTIONS: Thinly slice cabbage. Toss in bean sprouts, julienned carrots, cucumbers and green onions. Just prior to serving toss through the...

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Spicy Diced Vegetables

2007-10-05T13:39:00.000-04:00

This yummy vegetarian recipe was give to us by some friends. They have their own restaurant so we knew it would be good. I'm really not sure how long prep time is so I've just put in a rough guess. 45 min - 15 min prep - 4 servings INGREDIENTS: 2 carrots 2 potatoes, Large 2 tomatoes 250 g green beans 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 teaspoons black mustard seeds 2 onions, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garam masala salt DIRECTIONS: Peel carrots, potatoes and tomatoes and dice. Trim beans and cut into small pieces. Heat oil in a heavy based saucepan and...

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Marinated Roasted Vegetables

2007-10-02T11:49:00.000-04:00

Clean out your vegetable bin and serve a gourmet-quality side dish! This one is really a no-brainer and you'll love the subtle boost in the hearty flavor of these roasted vegetables. I have listed specific vegetables, but use whatever you have, including cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini, parsnips, etc. Preparation time includes 2 hours of marinating time. Enjoy! 2¾ hours - 2 hours prep - 6 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 lbs potatoes, medium-sized, peeled and halved 6 carrots, peeled and cut into thirds 2 medium onions, peeled and halved 3 celery ribs, cut into 3-inch lengths 1/2 cup soy sauce 2 teaspoons prepared mustard (I like Heinz) 1 teaspoon garlic salt 2 tablespoons malt vinegar (or...

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Super Budget Macaroni Cheese

2007-09-30T10:11:00.000-04:00

This is a favourite around this house because it is so cheap to make and freezes well. I like to pack this as part of my boyfriend's lunches, along with things like chicken drumsticks, fruit, and corn fritters. Note: there are weeks when we can't afford cheese. Never fear, just leave it out! You should add a little more seasoning in this case, and perhaps a pinch of dried herbs over the top to lend it more character. 45 min - 15 min prep - 4 servings INGREDIENTS: 500 g macaroni 1 1/2 cups low-fat milk 1 tablespoon flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 3/4 cup grated low-fat cheese 1-2 cup fresh breadcrumbs (reserve the ends of bread if your family doesn't eat them, or...

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Carribean Black Beans

2007-09-28T14:36:00.000-04:00

Easy and flavorful! Excellent side dish for spicy dishes like jerk chicken or Puerco Pibil! Serve with mango salsa for a delicious combination. 25 min - 5 min prep - 5 servings INSTRUCTIONS: 1 1/2 medium sweet onions, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped fine 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh grated gingerroot 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 4 1/2 cups drained cooked black beans or 3 (16 ounce) cans black beans 3/4 cup orange juice salt & freshly ground black pepper DIRECTIONS: Saute the onions and garlic in olive oil until barely soft. Add the spices and saute until very soft. Stir in the beans and orange juice and saute for...

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Layered Red Potatoes With Swiss Cheese

2007-09-26T12:20:00.000-04:00

Who needs scalloped potatoes from a box? These are awesome! 55 min - 15 min prep - 8 servings INGREDIENTS: 2 1/2 lbs red potatoes, peeled 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 large onions, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon oregano, crumbled 1/2 teaspoon marjoram, crumbled 1/2 teaspoon thyme, finely chopped 2 cups chicken stock 1 1/2 cups swiss cheese, coarsely grated DIRECTIONS: In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes with enough cold water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat and simmer actively for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are just tender. Remove from...

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Basil Potato Soup

2007-09-23T12:20:00.000-04:00

This is an old one from BH & G--a nice cold day soup and pretty healthy too. 1 hour 20 min prep - 6 servings - 1 sidedish INGREDIENTS: 1 large onion, finely chopped 4 shiitake mushrooms or button mushrooms, sliced (about 1/2 cup) 2 teaspoons olive oil 3 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 4 1/2 cups) 14 1/2 ounces beef broth 14 1/2 ounces reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 slices Canadian bacon, chopped 1 tablespoon basil, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried) 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream (or plain low fat yogurt) fresh basil leaves (optional) DIRECTIONS: Cook onion and mushrooms in hot oil over medium-high heat until onion is tender and...

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Ground Beef Chow Mein

2007-09-20T10:54:00.000-04:00

Reminds me of my childhood. 35 min 15 min prep INSTRUCTIONS: 1 lb lean ground beef 1 1/2 cups celery, sliced 1 (16 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth 1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (or paste) 2 tablespoons cornstarch 3 tablespoons water 4 cups chow mein noodles (or hot cooked rice) DIRECTIONS: Brown and drain ground beef. Add celery, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, mushrooms, broth, pimientos, soy sauce and ginger; heat over medium heat and mix well. In a small bowl or jar, mix cornstarch and water until...

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Easy and Tasty Hambuger Gravy

2007-09-18T10:26:00.000-04:00

I was at the grocery store yesterday and was going through their 3 marked down items carts. I found some cans of "Campbell's Beefy Mushroom Soup" in one of them. I have never seen that kind of soup before. I grabbed a couple of cans of it, figuring that I could come up with a recipe to use one of them them in. Even though there is some beef in the soup, I still used it with hamburger. This is very easy to make. It's more like a Stroganoff without added mushrooms. I am allergic to black pepper, so I don't add it to my recipes. Use however much you want to. You can use more onion and garlic if you want to. Prep time and cook time are appx. 45 min - 15 min prep - 2-3 servings INGREDIENTS:...

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My Lamb Stew! (Crock Pot)

2007-09-16T15:02:00.000-04:00

I hadn't made Lamb Stew in quite some time, but with the weather changing from warm to cold from warm to cold...so, I made some for my boyfriend! It was a big hit (and he has never had Lamb before)! So, just to tell you my "measurements" aren't exactly 100%, but close enough! 6½ hours - 20 min prep - 6-8 servings INGREDIENTS: 2 lbs stewing lamb (bone in) 2 cups white wine (or red) 4 garlic cloves 2 (12 ounce) cans chicken broth 2 cups water (enough to fully cover lamb) 2 bay leaves 2 tablespoons flour 2 red potatoes 1 yukon gold potato 2 carrots 1 celery rib 5 ounces baby peas 2 plum tomatoes 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1/2 medium onion parsley (optional) paprika (optional) pepper...

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Fried Potatoes and Eggs

2007-09-14T10:37:00.000-04:00

This was one of my favorite dishes as a child. After I was grown, my mother told me it was just her way of "stretching" leftover baked potatoes when there weren't enough to go around. I am guessing on the times. 15 min - 10 min prep - 4 servings INGREDIENTS: 4 medium potatoes, baked and cooled 4 eggs, slightly beaten 1/2 small onion, chopped 4 crusts of bread, cubed salt and pepper DIRECTIONS: Cube potatoes and place in hot oil. Add remaining ingredients. Fry until eggs are cooked and onions tender. FROM: http://www.recipezaar.com/252928

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Spaghetti, Tomato Juice & Cheese

2007-09-11T12:44:00.000-04:00

A very quick and inexpensive meal that kids especially love. My son is now 20 yrs old and he still requests this meal all the time. Do not forget the bread. 20 min - 5 min prep - 6-8 servings INGREDIENTS: 500 g vermicelli 3 (540 ml) cans of heinz tomato juice 8-10 slices of kraft processed cheese salt and pepper, to taste DIRECTIONS: Cook pasta according to package. Drain and return to pot on stove. Over low heat add tomato juice and cheese until cheese is melted and well blended. Turn off heat and let sit until juice is mostly absorbed. enjoy! FROM: http://www.recipezaar.com/252005

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Cotton Candy Cookies

2007-09-10T11:38:00.000-04:00

These are my youngest son's very favorite! While fooling around in the kitchen one weekend, I came up with these cookies. Ben said they tasted just like cotton candy, so the name was born! You can easily vary these by changing the flavoring extract. I've included Ben's favorite, raspberry, but these are easily made with coconut extract & taste just like coconut macaroons! 25 min - 5 min prep - 2-3 dozen INGREDIENTS: 2 egg whites 1 dash salt 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon raspberry extract 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract (Mexican vanilla is the best-especially Danncy brand!) 3/4 cup granulated sugar DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Beat egg whites, cream of tarter, &...

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Easy Homemade Salsa

2007-09-07T11:31:00.000-04:00

This salsa is quick and easy with great flavor. You can put your own spin on it with adjusting the ingredients to your personal taste. Great with tortilla chips and on mexican dishes. 10 min - 10 min prep - 12 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 medium sweet onion 1 large jalapeno pepper 1 garlic clove 1 lime, juice of 1/4 bunch fresh cilantro salt pepper DIRECTIONS: Finely dice onion by hand. Chop jalapeno and garlic in food processor, then add cilantro and lime juice and process, then add diced tomatoes. Mix in chopped onion and salt and pepper. Chill for several hours or over night for flavors to blend. Enjoy! FROM: http://www.recipezaar.com/251445

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French Fudge Squares

2007-09-06T12:05:00.000-04:00

Maida Heatter; more like fudge than cake. Similar to brownies but the technique is different. Make the day before you want to serve it. The cake should stand to mellow before it is served. This one is more trouble than I am willing to go to, but mom asked me to post. 2½ hours 1½ hours prep - 16 squares INGREDIENTS: 8 ounces unsweetened chocolate 4 large eggs, separated 1/2 lb sweet butter 2 cups sugar 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 pinch salt Fudge Glaze 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch process) 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped 1 ounce sweet butter, cut into pieces (1/4 stick) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil DIRECTIONS: Adjust oven...

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Dill & Parsley Dressing/Dip (Vegan)

2007-09-05T09:49:00.000-04:00

Serve over baked potatoes/vegetables or use in potato salad etc. NOTE you can add 1-2 tbsp oil to make it more creamy. Yield: about 1 cup dip or about 2 cups dressing. 35 min - 5 min prep - 4-6 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 (12 ounce) box silken tofu 1-2 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder salt and pepper, to taste water 3-4 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 1-2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped DIRECTIONS: Combine silken tofu, lemon juice, seasonings (and oil) in a food processor. Blend till smooth. Adjust consistency with water. Taste, add more seasoning/lemon juice, if you like. Stir in dill and parsley. Cover and refrigerate at least...

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Basque Cornbread (Pain De Maïs)

2007-09-04T11:02:00.000-04:00

Columbus took cornbread back to the Old World in the 15th century, and thanks to some of his Basque crew, cornbreads took hold and are still produced in local bakeries. Nice with a hearty soup or stew. 4¾ hours - 30 min prep - 20 servings - 2 loaves INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup honey 3 cups water (warm 100-115 F, too hot will kill the yeast) 4 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast (1/2 oz) 4 1/2-5 cups bread flour 3 cups cornmeal or polenta (plus extra cornmeal to dust baking sheet) 1 tablespoon salt 1/4 cup olive oil (plus olive oil to coat bowl) 1 egg 2 tablespoons milk DIRECTIONS: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together honey, water, and yeast until smooth (1 minute); let stand in a warm spot until a...

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Matt's Red Beans & Rice

2007-09-03T10:44:00.000-04:00

This a scaled down, simple version of the Louisiana favorite. My hubby, Matt, likes it really hot, but I like it a bit more mild so pay attention to the ranges on various ingredients. 50 min - 20 min prep - 6 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 medium onion, diced 1/2 cup green peppers, diced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/4-1 tablespoon louisiana hot sauce 1/4-1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon ground sage 1 teaspoon cumin 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce 1 lb smoked sausage 1 lb ground sausage 2 (15 ounce) cans red beans, drained and rinsed DIRECTIONS: Heat oil in a large pot, sautee onion, green pepper and garlic until olions are...

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Chicken Thigh Saltimbocca

2007-09-02T10:50:00.000-04:00

Savory Chicken Thighs stuffed with cheese and sage leaves and bacon wrapped around it. 25 min - 10 min prep - 4 servings INGREDIENTS: 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs 4 fresh sage leaves 4 slices Fontina cheese (each 1/2 inch wide, 2 inches long, 1/4 inch thick) 4 slices bacon 1/4 cup flour 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 teaspoon lemon juice DIRECTIONS: Pound each chicken piece between pices of wax paper to 1/4 thickness. Place 1 sage leaf in center of cut side of each thigh. Top sage with cheese strip. Fold Thigh in half to enclose filling. Wrap bacon slice around each thigh and secure with wooden picks. Coat Chicken in Flour. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Add...

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Chocolate Cinnamon Bread

2007-09-01T10:46:00.000-04:00

From world-famous chef Marcus Samuelsson for Starbucks. DELICIOUS blend of flavors. 1½ hours - 30 min prep - 16 servings Chocolate Batter Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, at room temperature 3 cups granulated sugar 5 large eggs, at room temperature 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups Dutch-processed cocoa powder 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup buttermilk 1/4 cup water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Cocoa-Spice Sugar Crust 1/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon Dutch-processed cocoa powder 1 pinch ground ginger 1 pinch ground cloves 1/4 cup decorator sugar or sparkle...

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Cajun Pot Pie

2007-08-31T08:28:00.000-04:00

This is a cross between a pot pie and gumbo. I love the combo of the crispy puff pastry and the saucy filling. 2½ hours 20 min prep INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/2 cup flour 2 large onions, coarsely chopped 2 bell peppers, coarsely chopped 4 celery ribs, coarsely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 4 cups hot chicken stock 4 ounces tomato paste 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 2 bay leaves 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Tabasco sauce, to taste 1 lb chicken breasts, diced 1/2 lb andouille sausages 2 lbs shrimp 1 sheet puff pastry DIRECTIONS: Melt the butter over medium heat, sprinkle flour in the pan when the butter starts to bubble. Stir constantly until the...

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Kobe Beef Marinade

2007-08-30T08:58:00.000-04:00

I usually use this on flank steak but it's also great on chicken and pork chops. 2¼ hours 10 min prep INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup sesame oil 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons minced garlic 4 green onions, sliced (green tops only preferred) DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients in a large ziploc plastic bag. Shake to mix. Add desired meat to bag and marinate in the regrigerator perferably overnight, but at least 1 hour. Makes enough for 2-3 pounds. FROM: http://www.recipezaar.com/249812

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Pete's V-8 Vegetable Juice

2007-08-29T09:22:00.000-04:00

This is a friend's home canned version of V-8 that we love. Use it for a pick me up or a great bloody mary. The vegetables can be altered to taste. You could add horseradish if you like. We personally don't add the leak or lemon juice, but add fresh lemon juice or lime when we drink it. 1½ hours 30 min prep INGREDIENTS: 8 quarts tomatoes, quartered 8 stalks celery & leaves, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced 3 small onions, chopped 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce 2 hot peppers 1 leek 1 cup carrots, chopped 1 cup green peppers, chopped 1/2 cup lemon juice salt pepper allspice DIRECTIONS: Mash your tomatoes a bit with a potato masher or even just squeeze to make some juice to cook...

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