Recipe Redo by Ashleigh

Pepper Steak

2012-04-13T15:04:00.000-07:00

Serves 2

One large Strip Steak, sliced
1/2 a green pepper, sliced
1/2 small onion, sliced

Marinate for a couple hours in 1 tbsp oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, 1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of basil.

In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tbsp low calorie butter.

Saute steak, peppers, and onions until steak is cooked as desired.

Move steak to one side of pan and tilt so juices are on the other side.

Mix 1/4 c water with 1-2 tbsp corn starch. Add to juices. Cook and stir until thickened.

Mustard Chicken

2012-04-11T15:30:00.000-07:00

Serves 4

2 Large chicken breasts, butterflied
or 4 chicken thighs

1/2 c Dijon mustard
1/4 c sugar free maple syrup
1 tbsp vinegar
Fresh rosemary, chopped

Bake at 450 for 40 min. Baste the tops of chicken with more sauce half way through. Sprinkle with fresh rosemary when finished.

Beans:

Lay a single layer of fresh green beans on a cookie sheet. Top with 1/4 c onion, chopped. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oil.

Bake at 450 while chicken finishes for 15 mins.

Pasta:

Whole wheat pasta topped with Alfredo.

Broccoli Salad

2012-04-11T15:03:00.000-07:00

Serves 4

4 c broccoli, chopped into bite size pieces
2 c carrots, chopped
1/2 c fat free shredded cheese
4 slices Turkey Bacon, cooked and crumbled

Dressing:
1 c fat free mayo
1/2 c apple cider vinegar
1/4 c Splenda

150 calories per serving

Feel free to add peas or cauliflower! Yum!

Low Calorie Creamsicle Cake

2012-04-09T06:09:00.000-07:00

1 yellow cake mix
1 can of diet orange soda

Mix together and prepare according to package

Let cake cool for 10 mins.
Poke with a fork, making multiple holes

Prepare 1 small box sugar free orange jello according to package
Pour over cake.

Let chill for a few hours.

Icing:
1/2 container fat free cool whip
6oz fat free cream cheese
1 box fat free sugar free cheesecake flavored pudding mix

Mix all in a stand mixer for about 15 mins.

Keep cake refrigerated.

about 200 calories for 1/12th of the cake

Goodbye Stuffing Balls, Hello Stuffing Muffins!

2012-04-07T09:32:00.000-07:00

Easy, quick, low calorie, portion controlled stuffing muffins!

1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup low calorie butter

Saute until tender.

4 cups 35 calorie bread, cut into cubes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground sage
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Light turkey or chicken broth

Combine onion mixture with bread, pepper, salt, sage and poultry seasoning in a large mixing bowl. Stir in broth until well moistened. (around 1 1/2 cans or so)

Scoop into greased muffin pan. Bake at 350 for 20-30 mins until browned.

This will make enough for an 8-10 lb turkey if you would rather stuff your bird or can be baked in a shallow casserole dish.

Easter Dinner

2012-04-07T07:34:00.000-07:00

Dale and I are going to both my family and his family's homes to spend Easter. I am making lower calorie stuffing, broccoli salad, and two desserts (not sure what yet.) I will take photos and post the recipes ASAP. Happy Easter, all!!

Dinner

2012-04-05T14:37:00.001-07:00

1 Hebrew National Fat Free Hot Dog (40 calories)
I actually ate 2.

Parmesan Roasted Asparagus (30 calories for 1/2 c)
Parkay Spray Butter
Salt & Pepper
Parmesan Cheese

Bake at 350 for 10 mins

Potato Wedges

We also had a small side salad. Yum!

From My Pantry-Slim Fast

2012-04-04T18:28:00.000-07:00

I usually drink a Slim Fast shake every morning for breakfast during the week. They are quick and convenient, and only 180 calories per shake. I don't like strawberry or vanilla, only chocolate.

From My Pantry-Arctic Zero Ice Cream

2012-04-04T06:06:00.000-07:00

This ice cream is really yummy!!! Oh, and it is 150 calories for the ENTIRE pint. Oh, and it is good for you! It can be found in the natural food sections of most Giant stores.

Fish Tacos

2012-04-04T06:03:00.000-07:00

I had my grandparents over for lunch on Monday. I decorated my table for spring! I made fish tacos, recipe found below, but forgot to take a picture of them.

Serves 4

4 whole wheat tortillas

2 pieces of salmon, or other fish
1 tbsp cilantro
the zest of one lime

Sprinkle the salmon with the cilantro and lime.
Bake at 350 for 15-20 mins depending on the thickness of your fillet

Break it up into pieces.

Salsa:
2 tomatoes
1/4 c chopped onion
1/4 c chopped mango
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp honey
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp cilantro

Mix ahead and let chill while preparing the salmon

Top tortillas with fish and salsa. Enjoy!

Other taco toppings to consider:
brown rice
corn
spinach
lettuce

around 150-200 calories per serving

From My Pantry-Mustard

2012-04-02T19:58:00.000-07:00

Mustard is a great sandwich condiment. It has low calories and is better for you than mayo. These are the kinds we prefer.

Pizza Pizza

2012-04-02T19:54:00.001-07:00

Serves 4

1 thin and crispy crust
1/2 c low calorie tomato sauce
1 c fat free mozzarella
Chopped veggies and meat ( I used mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, banana peppers, and Italian sausage.)

around 300 calories for a serving

Pizza Bread

2012-04-01T19:14:00.001-07:00

Serves 1

1 slice 35 calorie bread
1 tsp tomato sauce
1 tbsp diced onion
1/8 c fat free mozzarella cheese
Sprinkle of garlic powder
Sprinkle of basil
2 Turkey pepperonis (optional)

Bake at 350 for 10 mins

about 75 calories

Honey BBQ Chicken Rolls

2012-04-01T19:10:00.000-07:00

Serves 4 (2 rolls each)

2 c cooked shredded chicken skinless boneless breast
1 c chopped baby spinach
1/4 c chopped onion
1/4 c chopped mushrooms
1/2 c fat free shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4-1/2 c honey bbq sauce (you can buy it or make it)

Mix all ingredients well.

Evenly divide into 8 egg roll wrappers.
Wrap, sealing with egg white.

Bake with seam side down at 350 for 20-30 mins.
Rub rolls with butter to keep soft when you remove them from the oven.

about 320 calories per serving

Homemade BBQ Sauce

1/2 c ketchup
1 tbsp mustard
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey

Mix well.

Baked Onion Rings

2012-04-01T18:55:00.000-07:00

Serves 4

One large onion, sliced.
1 egg white
4 slices of 35 calorie bread, crumbled in a food processor.

Dip onion slices into egg white.
Coat with bread crumbs.

Place on cookie sheet and bake at 350 for about 20 mins.

Sauce:

4 tbsp Horseradish Sauce
4 tbsp low fat Thousand Island Dressing

Mix well.

about 80 calories for the onion rings
60 calories for 1/4 of the sauce
Total: 140 calories

Gnocchi with Creamy Tomato Sauce

2012-04-01T18:41:00.000-07:00

Serves 2

2 1/2 c gnocchi, prepared according to package directions

Sauce:

1/4 c chopped onions
1/4 c chopped mushrooms
1/4 c chopped tomatoes
1 tbsp low fat butter

Saute until tender.

Add:
2 tbsp low fat ricotta cheese
2 tbsp low fat cottage cheese
1/2 c tomato sauce

Stir over low heat until cheese is melted.

Put sauce over gnocchi. Top with fat free mozzarella cheese.

about 230 calories per serving

From My Pantry-Horseradish Sauce

2012-04-01T17:19:00.000-07:00

My husband loves horseradish spread for on sandwiches. I found this 15 calorie per tbsp sauce. I use it in recipes, and he puts it on sandwiches. It is pretty good and quicker than making our own all the time!

Fake Ice Cream Sandwiches

2012-04-01T06:08:00.000-07:00

1 low fat honey graham cracker sheet
2 tbsp fat free cool whip

Spread cool whip on cracker.
Freeze.

To add some extra flavor add:

Sliced strawberries
Sliced banana
Mini chocolate chips

From My Pantry-Lunch meat

2012-03-31T05:29:00.000-07:00

We love Delifresh chicken and turkey lunch meats! We use them on sandwiches and salads. My husband came home with this Cajun seasoned chicken breast last week, and I was quick to tell him he needs to pay more attention. I questioned why he would ever get Cajun seasoned and was pretty disappointed.

After I tasted it I took it all back. It was delicious! We will definitely be buying it again!

Oh and you get 6 pieces for 50 calories!

Coconut Cream Pie Redo

2012-03-31T05:23:00.000-07:00

My husband absolutely loves coconut cream pie. Now that he is watching what he is eating he always has to say no to it. Not anymore! This knock off turned out really really yummy!

Serves 4

Crust:

4 sheets of low fat honey graham crackers
1 1/2 tbsp low calorie butter

Turn the graham crackers into crumbs using a food processor.
Melt the butter.
Mix the two together and press into the bottom of a small baking dish.
Bake at 350 for 10 mins.
Set aside.

Topping:

2 tbsp fresh shredded coconut

Place in small baking dish.
Spray top with Pam.
Bake in oven with crust.
Set aside.

Filling:

1 lg box fat free sugar free vanilla cook and serve pudding mix

Prepare as directed on box.

When pudding begins to boil add:

2 tbsp coconut
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp coconut extract

Stir well.

Pour filling mixture onto crust. Top with toasted coconut. Chill before serving.

165 calories for one serving

Cucumber Crab Salad

2012-03-30T09:35:00.000-07:00

Serves 4

2 c diced cucumber
1/4 c diced onion
1 pack imitation crab meat, diced

Dressing:

4 tbsp fat free mayo
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tsp Splenda
2 tbsp fat free milk
1/2 tsp dill weed
1/2 tsp lemon pepper
1/4 tsp Old Bay

Mix together and pour over diced veggies and crab. Mix well. Chill before serving.

85 calories per serving

Cannoli Cones

2012-03-30T09:29:00.000-07:00

Yum. Yum. Yum.

Serves 6-8

6-8 sugar cones

1 cup + 2 tbsp fat-free ricotta cheese
2/3 cup fat free Cool Whip (thawed)
4 tsp Splenda
1 tbsp sugar free instant vanilla pudding mix (I used cheesecake flavored)
1 tbsp confectioner’s powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp mini chocolate chips (I used the regular ones because I had some)

Mix all ingredients except cones and chips together with a mixer until fluffy.
Stir in chips.

Place in a piping bag or spoon into cones. Serve immediately.

You can make the filling ahead, just don't put it in the cones until ready to serve.

About 120 calories per cone

Ranch Redo

2012-03-30T06:03:00.000-07:00

I love Ranch dressing, but it is high in calories, and the low fat stuff is gross! Solution:

Serves 4

1 c low fat cottage cheese
3-4 tsp dry ranch mix
1/4 water or skim milk (I used milk)
Use a little less milk for a dip consistency or a little more milk for a dressing consistency.

Mix all ingredients in a blender for about 3 mins.

Tastes very close to the real thing!!!

55 calories for 1/4 cup

From My Pantry- Chips

2012-03-30T05:49:00.002-07:00

I love crunchy snacks. When we first started this journey I thought I had to give them up. My mom introduced me to Special K cracker chips. I enjoy them and snack on them often. They aren't really like a true chip though.

Then, just the other night, it happened! Dale came home with these chips for me to try. They are amazing! They taste like a chip, look like a chip, and you can eat 20 of them for 120 calories! Special K cracker chips will remain my friend, but they defiantly won't be my number one go to anymore!

He found these Kettle Brand Baked goodies at Wegmans. We tried both a salt and vinegar and a bbq flavor so far. They were both really good!

Cheese Fries

2012-03-30T05:35:00.000-07:00

This one is for you, mom! So my mom called me the other day and asked me how many calories were in cheese fries. My answer was "you better order a salad!" When I found out the average restaurant cheese covered fries have nearly 400-500 calories for a small, I knew I had to make my own! Quick, easy, and delicious, and the calories are cut in half!

Serves 1

1 medium potato

Cut the potato into quarters, skin on or off is up to you.
Slice the quarters into 4-6 thin wedges.

Prepare a cookie sheet by generously spraying it with Pam.
Lay out the potato wedges in one layer.
Spry the tops with Pam.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Bake at 350 for about 20 mins. I like mine just starting to turn brown.

Top with this yummy cheese sauce I found! 50 calories for 2 tbsp!

200 calories for the potato and 1 serving of the cheese sauce