Here are six recipes to help you through the celebrate New Year's Eve, including Chicken Picadillo and Cranberry Nut Tea Cakes. Enjoy!
SWEDISH MEATBALLS
Recipe Yield: Yield: 12 servings
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/swedish-meatballs
Source: Forbidden Foods Diabetic Cooking
Book Title: Forbidden Foods Diabetic Cooking
Ingredients
1 egg
1/2 cup low-fat (1%) milk
2 slices white bread, lightly toasted and made into coarse crumbs
1/2 small onion, minced
2 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 pound ground skinless turkey breast
1/2 pound lean ground pork
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Directions
In a large bowl, whisk the egg with the milk and bread crumbs; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the onion, parsley, salt, allspice, and nutmeg; blend well. Add the meats and stir with a fork until well blended. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Sprinkle with flour on a pice of waxed paper and place next to the meat bowl. Shape the meat into 48 meatballs, about 1 tablespoon each. Dip each meatball lightly in the flour and place on a baking sheet. Set aside.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of the oil. Add half the meatballs and cook until browned all over, 5 minutes. Cover and cook the meatballs until the meat is no longer pink, 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally. (Remaining meatballs should be refrigerated.)
Transfer the cooked meatballs to a bowl, cover, and keep warm.
Remove any small meat pieces from the skillet. Repeat step 3 with the remaining meatballs.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 106; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 65 mg; Cholesterol: 54 mg; Protein: 15 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 2 Very Lean Meat
CRANBERRY NUT TEA CAKE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 1 Cake (9 Servings)
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-nut-tea-cake
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Ingredients
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup orange juice
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons canola or corn oil
1 large egg
1/2 cup fresh or thawed frozen cranberries, chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 tablespoons powdered sugar
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare an 8-inch square baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl; mix to blend. Stir in the orange juice, oil, and egg. Fold in the cranberries, walnuts, and orange zest.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the top is firm and an inserted toothpick or knife comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
Before serving, sift powdered sugar on top of the cake and cut it into nine 2-1/2 inch squares.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 299; Fat: 16 g; Sodium: 218 mg; Cholesterol: 24 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 35 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 Other Carbohydrate, 2-1/2 Fat
ORANGE CRANBERRY COOKIES
This recipe begins, “Two favorite Fall flavors – cranberry and orange – combined in an easy to make drop cookie.”
Recipe Yield: 24 cookies
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/orange-cranberry-cookies
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/orange-cranberry-cookies/print/
Ingredients
1/4 cup stick butter, softened
1 egg
3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
3/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
1/4 cup quick or old-fashioned oats, uncooked
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
Dash salt
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
*May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Beat butter in a medium bowl. Beat in egg and orange juice concentrate.
Mix combined flour, oats, Equal, baking soda, cream of tartar, salt and orange peel into creamed mixture until blended. Stir in dried cranberries and chopped walnuts.
Drop by teaspoons onto ungreased baking sheet. Bake in preheated 375° F oven 8 to 10 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Remove from baking sheet and cool completely on wire rack.
Store in airtight container at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 65; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 17 mg; Cholesterol: 14 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat
CHICKEN PICADILLO
This recipe begins, “This zesty one-pot meal is easy to throw together on a busy weeknight.”
Recipe Yield: 6 servings.Serving size: 3/4 cup chicken and vegetables
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-picadillo
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-picadillo/print/
Ingredients
2 tsp olive oil
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, rinsed and finely chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, rinsed and finely chopped
1-1/2 Tbsp garlic, mashed (about 3 cloves)
12 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1/3 cup no-salt-added tomato sauce
1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/4 tsp ground cumin
2 bay leaves
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup golden seedless raisins
For garnish:1 Tbsp fresh cilantro, rinsed, dried, and chopped (or substitute 1 tsp dried coriander)
1 Tbsp capers, drained
2 Tbsp green olives, chopped
Directions
Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic, and saute until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Add the chicken, and stir fry for another 5–10 minutes until chicken is no longer pink inside.
Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, lemon juice, cumin, bay leaves, water, and raisins to the vegetables and chicken.
Cover the pan, and reduce the heat. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove the bay leaves, and garnish with fresh cilantro, capers, and green olives, and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 162; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 133 mg; Cholesterol: 46 mg; Protein: 18 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
CRUNCHY SNACK MIX
Recipe Yield: Makes 4 cups (8 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View online : https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/crunchy-snack-mix
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
2 teaspoons Worchestershire sauce
1 cup unsweetened oven-toasted rice cereal, such as Rice Chex or Crispix
1-1/2 cups unsweetened oven-toasted wheat cereal, such as Wheat Chex
1 cup (1 ounce, or about 90) thin pretzel sticks
1/2 cup (1 ounce, or about 32) reduced-fat tiny cheese crackers
Directions
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
Melt the margarine in a shallow baking pan; stir in the salt and Worchestershire sauce.
Add the cereals, pretzels, and crackers.
Stir to coat the pieces with margarine.
Bake 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
Spread on paper towels to cool.
Store in an airtight container.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 85; Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 301 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 16 g; Sugars: 1 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch
BAKED EGG ROLLS
This recipe begins, “Serve the egg rolls as part of any get together where you want to offer an impressive and delicious appetizer. Don’t worry if your first egg roll doesn’t look perfect; you’ll master the easy technique after rolling a couple.”
Recipe Yield: Makes 16 servings
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baked-egg-rolls
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Ingredients
1 cooked pork tenderloin, (1 pound), trimmed
Cooking spray
4 cups coleslaw mix
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
16 egg roll wrappers
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Spray a large baking pan with cooking spray.
Place the coleslaw mix and green onions in a medium microwave-safe bowl.
Cover with wax paper and microwave on high until softened, 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.
Finely chop the tenderloin. Combine tenderloin, coleslaw mixture, cilantro, and hoisin sauce in a large bowl and toss to mix well.
Working with one 1 egg roll wrapper at a time (keep the remaining wrappers covered to prevent drying), place the wrapper on a work surface with one corner pointing toward you. Brush edge of wrapper with water.
Spoon about 1/4 cup of the pork tenderloin mixture in the center of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling. Fold in the sides and roll up.
Place the egg rolls seam side down on a plate and cover with damp paper towels to prevent drying. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Arrange egg rolls in a single layer seam side down in the prepared baking pan. Lightly spray egg rolls with cooking spray. Bake until the bottoms are lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Turn the egg rolls and bake until tops are lightly browned, about 3 minutes longer. Serve hot or warm.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 200 mg; Cholesterol: 20 mg; Protein: 9 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Monday, December 30, 2019
Double-Post Monday
Besides being Meatless Monday, it's also Double-Post Monday. Here are six recipes to help take you into the New Year, including Sweet Potato Pie and Chipotle Albondigas Meatballs. Enjoy!
SOUTHERN PECAN PIE
Recipe Yield: Servings: 10
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/southern-pecan-pie
Ingredients
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell
1 cup fruit sweetener
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoon cornstarch
3 eggs
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoon very strong coffee or espresso, prepared
24 pecan halves
Directions
Prepare pastry and place in 9" pie pan.
In large bowl, combine fruit sweetener, cornmeal and applesauce.
Beat with an electric mixer.
In a small bowl, blend water and cornstarch until smooth.
Add to fruit sweetner mixture and blend.
Beat in eggs, one at a time.
Stir in the vanilla and coffee.
Pour mixture into pie shell.
Decorate top with pecan halves.
Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until custard is set, at 375F.
Cool slightly before cutting.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 211; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 69 mg; Cholesterol: 82 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 28 grams
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread, 1 Fruit, 2 Fat
SWEET POTATO PIE
This recipe begins, “Here's a nice dessert for the holidays with less carbs than a typical version.”
Recipe Yield: 8 servings
From Diabetic Gourmet
Ingredients
3 tbsp margarine
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup sugar
3 large sweet potatoes, cooked, mash
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup skim milk
1 egg yolk
3 egg whites, beaten stiff
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell
1 tsp lemon peel
Directions
Use about 1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes.
Heat oven to 350F.
Beat together margarine, sugar, and salt. Add egg yolk, lemon juice, lemon peel and cinnamon.
Stir in sweet potatoes and milk. Mix well.
Fold in egg whites; pour into pie shell.
Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
To reduce saturated fat, use a homemade pie shell made with vegetable oil.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 263; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 296 mg; Protein: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 32 g
CRANBERRY-APPLE SPINACH SALAD
View this at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-apple-spinach-salad
Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
6 cups moderately packed fresh spinach leaves
1/4 cup light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing or Citrus Vinaigrette
1 cup matchstick-sized pieces apple
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or toasted pecans
1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta or blue cheese
Directions
Place the spinach leaves and salad dressing in a large bowl and toss to mix well. Divide the mixture between 4 salad plates.
Top the spinach on each plate with a quarter of the apples, cranberries, nuts, and cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 141; Fat: 8.3 g; Sodium: 272 mg; Cholesterol: 2 mg; Protein: 4.7 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fruit, 1-1/2 Fat
SUN-DRIED TOMATO TURKEY SALAD
Recipe Yield: 4 servings
Serving Size: 3-4 ounces turkey, about 1 cup vegetables
Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/sun-dried-tomato-turkey-salad
Ingredients
1 pound deli turkey, sliced 1 inch thick and cubed
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup sliced carrots
3/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup rehydrated sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
1 teaspoon prepared pesto
Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Directions
In a salad bowl, combine the turkey, zucchini, celery, green onions, and carrots. Toss to mix.
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sun-dried tomatoes, and pesto.
Season with salt and pepper.
Add the mayonnaise mixture to the turkey and mix well.
Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 235; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 1431 mg; Cholesterol: 52 mg; Protein: 26 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Carbohydrate, 1 Vegetable, 3 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Polyunsaturated Fat
MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH EGGPLANT-ZUCCHINI RAGOUT
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/moroccan-chicken-with-eggplant-zucchini-ragout
Ingredients
1-1/2 to 2 pounds chicken leg quarters
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup white wine or water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
1/4 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons parsley, minced
Directions
In large skillet over medium high-heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season leg quarters with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add leg quarters to pan, skin-side down. Brown chicken, turning once, 8 to 10 minutes per side. Remove chicken to plate and drain off all but 2 tablespoons oil.
Add eggplant to hot pan and cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Add remaining tablespoon olive oil, along with zucchini, onion and garlic. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Raise heat to high and add white wine to pan, stirring to scrape up any browned bits. Add all other ingredients, except parsley, and place chicken legs in mixture. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes or until cooked through or until an instant read thermometer reads 170F.
To serve, place some of the eggplant ragout onto plates, top with a leg quarter and sprinkle with parsley.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 370; Fat: 20 g; Saturated Fat: 4 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 900 mg; Protein: 28 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g; Sugars: 8 g
CHIPOTLE ALBONDIGAS MEATBALLS
Recipe Yield: Yield: Makes 12 servings, 1 per serving
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chipotle-albondigas-meatballs
Ingredients
1 pound Ground Beef
1/4 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs
1 large egg, slightly beaten
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon ground chipotle chili powder, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Directions
Combine Ground Beef, bread crumbs, egg, 2 tablespoons cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 24 one-inch meatballs. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place meatballs in skillet; cook 8 minutes or until browned on all sides.
Add tomato sauce, remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro and remaining 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once.
Serve meatballs on skewers or on platter with toothpicks. Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 95; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 0.7 g; Sodium: 324 mg; Cholesterol: 41 mg; Protein: 9 g; Carbohydrates: 3 g
SOUTHERN PECAN PIE
Recipe Yield: Servings: 10
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/southern-pecan-pie
Ingredients
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell
1 cup fruit sweetener
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoon cornstarch
3 eggs
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoon very strong coffee or espresso, prepared
24 pecan halves
Directions
Prepare pastry and place in 9" pie pan.
In large bowl, combine fruit sweetener, cornmeal and applesauce.
Beat with an electric mixer.
In a small bowl, blend water and cornstarch until smooth.
Add to fruit sweetner mixture and blend.
Beat in eggs, one at a time.
Stir in the vanilla and coffee.
Pour mixture into pie shell.
Decorate top with pecan halves.
Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until custard is set, at 375F.
Cool slightly before cutting.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 211; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 69 mg; Cholesterol: 82 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 28 grams
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread, 1 Fruit, 2 Fat
SWEET POTATO PIE
This recipe begins, “Here's a nice dessert for the holidays with less carbs than a typical version.”
Recipe Yield: 8 servings
From Diabetic Gourmet
Ingredients
3 tbsp margarine
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup sugar
3 large sweet potatoes, cooked, mash
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup skim milk
1 egg yolk
3 egg whites, beaten stiff
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell
1 tsp lemon peel
Directions
Use about 1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes.
Heat oven to 350F.
Beat together margarine, sugar, and salt. Add egg yolk, lemon juice, lemon peel and cinnamon.
Stir in sweet potatoes and milk. Mix well.
Fold in egg whites; pour into pie shell.
Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
To reduce saturated fat, use a homemade pie shell made with vegetable oil.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 263; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 296 mg; Protein: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 32 g
CRANBERRY-APPLE SPINACH SALAD
View this at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-apple-spinach-salad
Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
6 cups moderately packed fresh spinach leaves
1/4 cup light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing or Citrus Vinaigrette
1 cup matchstick-sized pieces apple
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or toasted pecans
1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta or blue cheese
Directions
Place the spinach leaves and salad dressing in a large bowl and toss to mix well. Divide the mixture between 4 salad plates.
Top the spinach on each plate with a quarter of the apples, cranberries, nuts, and cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 141; Fat: 8.3 g; Sodium: 272 mg; Cholesterol: 2 mg; Protein: 4.7 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fruit, 1-1/2 Fat
SUN-DRIED TOMATO TURKEY SALAD
Recipe Yield: 4 servings
Serving Size: 3-4 ounces turkey, about 1 cup vegetables
Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/sun-dried-tomato-turkey-salad
Ingredients
1 pound deli turkey, sliced 1 inch thick and cubed
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup sliced carrots
3/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup rehydrated sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
1 teaspoon prepared pesto
Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Directions
In a salad bowl, combine the turkey, zucchini, celery, green onions, and carrots. Toss to mix.
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sun-dried tomatoes, and pesto.
Season with salt and pepper.
Add the mayonnaise mixture to the turkey and mix well.
Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 235; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 1431 mg; Cholesterol: 52 mg; Protein: 26 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Carbohydrate, 1 Vegetable, 3 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Polyunsaturated Fat
MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH EGGPLANT-ZUCCHINI RAGOUT
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/moroccan-chicken-with-eggplant-zucchini-ragout
Ingredients
1-1/2 to 2 pounds chicken leg quarters
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup white wine or water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
1/4 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons parsley, minced
Directions
In large skillet over medium high-heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season leg quarters with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add leg quarters to pan, skin-side down. Brown chicken, turning once, 8 to 10 minutes per side. Remove chicken to plate and drain off all but 2 tablespoons oil.
Add eggplant to hot pan and cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Add remaining tablespoon olive oil, along with zucchini, onion and garlic. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Raise heat to high and add white wine to pan, stirring to scrape up any browned bits. Add all other ingredients, except parsley, and place chicken legs in mixture. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes or until cooked through or until an instant read thermometer reads 170F.
To serve, place some of the eggplant ragout onto plates, top with a leg quarter and sprinkle with parsley.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 370; Fat: 20 g; Saturated Fat: 4 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 900 mg; Protein: 28 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g; Sugars: 8 g
CHIPOTLE ALBONDIGAS MEATBALLS
Recipe Yield: Yield: Makes 12 servings, 1 per serving
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chipotle-albondigas-meatballs
Ingredients
1 pound Ground Beef
1/4 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs
1 large egg, slightly beaten
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon ground chipotle chili powder, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Directions
Combine Ground Beef, bread crumbs, egg, 2 tablespoons cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 24 one-inch meatballs. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place meatballs in skillet; cook 8 minutes or until browned on all sides.
Add tomato sauce, remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro and remaining 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once.
Serve meatballs on skewers or on platter with toothpicks. Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 95; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 0.7 g; Sodium: 324 mg; Cholesterol: 41 mg; Protein: 9 g; Carbohydrates: 3 g
Meatless Monday
Time for the last Meatless Monday of 2019. Todays's offerings include Grilled Panzanella and Southwestern Corn and Zucchini Saute. Enjoy!
CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESECAKE
Recipe Yield: Serves: 16
Source: Equal®
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/cranberry-orange-cheesecake.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
1-1/3 cups gingersnap crumbs
3 tablespoons Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
3 tablespoons stick butter or margarine, melted
Cheesecake Ingredients:
3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced fat cream cheese, softened
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel
Additional grated orange peel (optional)
*May substitute 4-1/2 packets Equal sweetener
** May Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, combine gingersnap crumbs, 3 tablespoons Equal® and melted butter. Reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Press remaining crumb mixture onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake in preheated 325° F oven 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack while preparing cheesecake.
For Cheesecake, beat cream cheese and 1 cup Equal® in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until smooth and well combined. Mix in eggs, egg whites, cornstarch and salt. Fold in sour cream and vanilla until combined. Gently stir in cranberries and orange peel.
Pour batter over baked crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake in preheated oven 45 to 50 minutes or until center of cake is almost set. Cool on wire rack. Gently run metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake. Let cheesecake cool completely. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight before serving. To serve, remove side of pan. Garnish top of cheesecake with grated orange peel, if desired. Cut cake into wedges.
Notes:
Chopped fresh cranberries, grated orange peel and the tang of gingersnaps make this a festive looking and delicious cheesecake variation.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 196; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 268 mg; Cholesterol: 62 mg; Protein: 7 g;Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 milk, 2-1/2 fat
Yield: 2 servings. Serving size: 1 muffin.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Exchanges per serving: 3 Bread/Starch, 1 1/2 Fat, 1/2 Fruit.
APPLE PIE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 8 servings
Source: Equal
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/apple-pie
Ingredients
Pastry for double-crust 9-inch pie
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 cups peeled, cored, sliced Granny Smith or other baking apples (about 8 medium)
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Roll 1/2 the pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate.
Combine cornstarch, Equal, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Sprinkle over apples in large bowl and toss to coat. Arrange apples in pie crust.
Roll remaining pastry into circle large enough to fit top of pie. Place over apples. Seal edges, trim and flute. Cut a few slits in top of pastry to allow steam to escape. Bake in preheated 400F oven 40 to 50 minutes or until crust is golden and apples are tender.
Cool on wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 253; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 224 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 42 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1-1/2 starch, 2 fat
GRILLED PANZANELLA
Recipe Yield: Makes 6 servings.
View online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-panzanella
Ingredients
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
15 fresh basil leaves, chopped coarsely
1 medium cucumber, seeded (or English cucumber) washed, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
3 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 Tbsp. green olives, pitted and chopped (capers may be substituted)
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and quartered
1/2 large red onion, cut in half and then 1/4 inch slices
1/2 small loaf crusty whole-grain French or Italian bread, cut into 1-inch slices, halved
Directions
In mixing bowl whisk garlic, mustard, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper and set aside.
In large bowl gently combine basil, cucumber, tomatoes and olives.
Brush bell peppers and onion slices on one side with oil mixture. Place oil side down on hot grill and cook for 3-4 minutes. Brush other side with oil mixture, turn over and cook an additional 3-4 minutes.
Remove from grill. On cutting board, slice peppers into 1/2-inch slices and separate onion rings. Add to vegetables. Add oil mixture and toss to coat.
Toast both sides of bread until nicely browned.
On a serving platter layer bread and top with vegetables and basil mixture. Toss bread with vegetables if desired. Serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 193; Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 187 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 22 g
BROCCOLI SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING
Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings
To view this online, go to xhttps://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/broccoli-salad-with-peanut-dressing
This recipe begins, “This recipe takes a tip from Thai cuisine and the peanut dressing is a healthy substitute for high-calorie, high-fat cheese sauces (or butter) that many use to top their broccoli. It is a great tasting topping for this cool salad, and the red onion and red bell pepper provide added nutrition, flavor and color.”
Ingredients
4 cups broccoli florets
1 medium red bell pepper, cut in thin strips, about 1 cup
1/3 cup red onion, cut in thin crescents
3 Tbsp. smooth peanut butter, natural and unsweetened
2 tsp. roasted sesame oil
1-2 Tbsp. rice vinegar
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp. agave syrup
Pinch of salt
Ground black pepper
Red pepper flakes, optional
Directions
Place steamer basket in large saucepan. Add water to depth of 1 inch. Cover and bring the water to boil. Add broccoli, cover and steam over medium-high heat until tender-crisp, 3 minutes. Transfer broccoli to mixing bowl. Add bell pepper and onion.
In small bowl, combine peanut butter and sesame oil. Add vinegar, lime juice, soy sauce and agave and whisk until dressing is smooth. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over vegetables and use fork to toss until salad is well coated. Sprinkle on red pepper flakes, if using, and mix to combine. Cover, and refrigerate the salad for 1 hour before serving, or up to 24 hours. Toss well before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 146; Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 4 g; Sodium: 255 mg; Protein: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g
SOUTHWESTERN CORN AND ZUCCHINI SAUTE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 servings (3/4 cup each)
Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
Book Title: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
View online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/southwestern-corn-and-zucchini-saute
Ingredients
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cup fresh corn kernels (from 2 ears) or frozen
1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chilies
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Directions
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until golden and tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
Stir in zucchini, corn and chilies.
Cover and cook, stirring once, until the zucchini is tender, about 10 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 76; Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 138 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN CHEESE SAUCE
Recipe Yield: Serves 4.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/roasted-asparagus-with-parmesan-cheese-sauce.
Ingredients
1 pound medium sized asparagus, rinsed and trimmed
2 tsp. canola oil
4 tsp. unbleached all purpose flour
3/4 cup fat free milk
1/4 tsp. onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese
Directions
Steam the asparagus in a saucepan over boiling water until just tender, about 3 to5 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a cold saucepan, blend canola oil with flour using a wire whisk. Slowly whisk in the milk and heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Add onion powder, salt and pepper to taste. Continue to stir until thickened, about 5 to 10 minutes.
Stir in the cheese.
Pour hot cheese sauce over asparagus and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 87; Fat: 3 g; Saturated Fat: under 1 g; Fiber: 3 g; Sodium: 62 mg; Protein: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g
CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESECAKE
Recipe Yield: Serves: 16
Source: Equal®
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/cranberry-orange-cheesecake.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
1-1/3 cups gingersnap crumbs
3 tablespoons Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
3 tablespoons stick butter or margarine, melted
Cheesecake Ingredients:
3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced fat cream cheese, softened
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel
Additional grated orange peel (optional)
*May substitute 4-1/2 packets Equal sweetener
** May Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, combine gingersnap crumbs, 3 tablespoons Equal® and melted butter. Reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture. Press remaining crumb mixture onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake in preheated 325° F oven 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack while preparing cheesecake.
For Cheesecake, beat cream cheese and 1 cup Equal® in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until smooth and well combined. Mix in eggs, egg whites, cornstarch and salt. Fold in sour cream and vanilla until combined. Gently stir in cranberries and orange peel.
Pour batter over baked crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake in preheated oven 45 to 50 minutes or until center of cake is almost set. Cool on wire rack. Gently run metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake. Let cheesecake cool completely. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight before serving. To serve, remove side of pan. Garnish top of cheesecake with grated orange peel, if desired. Cut cake into wedges.
Notes:
Chopped fresh cranberries, grated orange peel and the tang of gingersnaps make this a festive looking and delicious cheesecake variation.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 196; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 268 mg; Cholesterol: 62 mg; Protein: 7 g;Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 milk, 2-1/2 fat
Yield: 2 servings. Serving size: 1 muffin.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Exchanges per serving: 3 Bread/Starch, 1 1/2 Fat, 1/2 Fruit.
APPLE PIE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 8 servings
Source: Equal
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/apple-pie
Ingredients
Pastry for double-crust 9-inch pie
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 cups peeled, cored, sliced Granny Smith or other baking apples (about 8 medium)
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Roll 1/2 the pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate.
Combine cornstarch, Equal, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Sprinkle over apples in large bowl and toss to coat. Arrange apples in pie crust.
Roll remaining pastry into circle large enough to fit top of pie. Place over apples. Seal edges, trim and flute. Cut a few slits in top of pastry to allow steam to escape. Bake in preheated 400F oven 40 to 50 minutes or until crust is golden and apples are tender.
Cool on wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 253; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 224 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 42 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1-1/2 starch, 2 fat
GRILLED PANZANELLA
Recipe Yield: Makes 6 servings.
View online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-panzanella
Ingredients
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
15 fresh basil leaves, chopped coarsely
1 medium cucumber, seeded (or English cucumber) washed, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
3 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 Tbsp. green olives, pitted and chopped (capers may be substituted)
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and quartered
1/2 large red onion, cut in half and then 1/4 inch slices
1/2 small loaf crusty whole-grain French or Italian bread, cut into 1-inch slices, halved
Directions
In mixing bowl whisk garlic, mustard, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper and set aside.
In large bowl gently combine basil, cucumber, tomatoes and olives.
Brush bell peppers and onion slices on one side with oil mixture. Place oil side down on hot grill and cook for 3-4 minutes. Brush other side with oil mixture, turn over and cook an additional 3-4 minutes.
Remove from grill. On cutting board, slice peppers into 1/2-inch slices and separate onion rings. Add to vegetables. Add oil mixture and toss to coat.
Toast both sides of bread until nicely browned.
On a serving platter layer bread and top with vegetables and basil mixture. Toss bread with vegetables if desired. Serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 193; Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 187 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 22 g
BROCCOLI SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING
Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings
To view this online, go to xhttps://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/broccoli-salad-with-peanut-dressing
This recipe begins, “This recipe takes a tip from Thai cuisine and the peanut dressing is a healthy substitute for high-calorie, high-fat cheese sauces (or butter) that many use to top their broccoli. It is a great tasting topping for this cool salad, and the red onion and red bell pepper provide added nutrition, flavor and color.”
Ingredients
4 cups broccoli florets
1 medium red bell pepper, cut in thin strips, about 1 cup
1/3 cup red onion, cut in thin crescents
3 Tbsp. smooth peanut butter, natural and unsweetened
2 tsp. roasted sesame oil
1-2 Tbsp. rice vinegar
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp. agave syrup
Pinch of salt
Ground black pepper
Red pepper flakes, optional
Directions
Place steamer basket in large saucepan. Add water to depth of 1 inch. Cover and bring the water to boil. Add broccoli, cover and steam over medium-high heat until tender-crisp, 3 minutes. Transfer broccoli to mixing bowl. Add bell pepper and onion.
In small bowl, combine peanut butter and sesame oil. Add vinegar, lime juice, soy sauce and agave and whisk until dressing is smooth. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over vegetables and use fork to toss until salad is well coated. Sprinkle on red pepper flakes, if using, and mix to combine. Cover, and refrigerate the salad for 1 hour before serving, or up to 24 hours. Toss well before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 146; Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 4 g; Sodium: 255 mg; Protein: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g
SOUTHWESTERN CORN AND ZUCCHINI SAUTE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 servings (3/4 cup each)
Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
Book Title: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
View online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/southwestern-corn-and-zucchini-saute
Ingredients
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cup fresh corn kernels (from 2 ears) or frozen
1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chilies
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Directions
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until golden and tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
Stir in zucchini, corn and chilies.
Cover and cook, stirring once, until the zucchini is tender, about 10 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 76; Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 138 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN CHEESE SAUCE
Recipe Yield: Serves 4.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/roasted-asparagus-with-parmesan-cheese-sauce.
Ingredients
1 pound medium sized asparagus, rinsed and trimmed
2 tsp. canola oil
4 tsp. unbleached all purpose flour
3/4 cup fat free milk
1/4 tsp. onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese
Directions
Steam the asparagus in a saucepan over boiling water until just tender, about 3 to5 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a cold saucepan, blend canola oil with flour using a wire whisk. Slowly whisk in the milk and heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Add onion powder, salt and pepper to taste. Continue to stir until thickened, about 5 to 10 minutes.
Stir in the cheese.
Pour hot cheese sauce over asparagus and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 87; Fat: 3 g; Saturated Fat: under 1 g; Fiber: 3 g; Sodium: 62 mg; Protein: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g
Friday, December 27, 2019
Friday Recipes
Here are six recipes to hep you through the last weekend of 2019, including Good Luck Chicken Fricassee and Banana Pineapple Tropical Pie. Enjoy!
SOUTHERN-STYLE SLAW
Recipe Yield: Yields 12 servings
Source: Splenda
Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/southern-style-slaw.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 cup lite mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons fennel seed
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt & pepper, to taste
For the slaw:
2 each medium, seeded & sliced yellow bell peppers
2 each medium, seeded & sliced red bell peppers
4 cups shredded cabbage *
6 oz. bag shredded carrots *
5 each thinly sliced radishes
1 cup diced red onion
* If you would rather use store bought slaw mix, then a 14 oz. bag of cabbage coleslaw mix is about 6-3/4 cups and would work for this recipe.
Directions
Whisk together all dressing ingredients until well combined. Add salt & pepper to taste.
Mix together peppers, cabbage, carrots, radishes and red onion in a large bowl.
Toss the dressing in with the vegetables.
Chill for 60 minutes, stir and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Fat: 7 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 210 mg; Cholesterol: under 5 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g
BANANA PINEAPPLE TROPICAL PIE
Ingredients
Pastry for single crust 9-inch pie
2 packages (8 oz. each) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1 container (8 oz.) light whipped topping, thawed if frozen
1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup flaked coconut, divided
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
2 medium ripe bananas, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon chopped pecans
* May substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Preheat oven to 375F. Roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Pierce side and bottom of pastry with tines of a fork. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely on wire rack.
Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and Equal in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until smooth and well combined. Gradually mix in whipped topping, pineapple, 3 tablespoons coconut and rum extract.
Place half of cream cheese mixture over pie crust. Arrange banana slices in single layer. Top with remaining cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle top of pie with remaining 1 tablespoon coconut and chopped pecans. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving): Calories: 272; Protein: 6 g; Sodium: 199 mg; Cholesterol: 29 mg; Fat: 16 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g
Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit, 3 fat
PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Source: Hellmann's
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.
Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.
On baking sheet, arrange chicken.
Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.
Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g
GOOD LUCK CHICKEN FRICASSEE
Recipe Yield: Yield: Makes 8 servings.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/good-luck-chicken-fricassee.
Ingredients
1 cup dried black-eyed peas
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp. canola oil, divided
10 oz. crimini mushrooms, cut into 1/2- inch slices
1 Tbsp. fresh thyme, minced
1 1/2 lb. skinless boneless chicken breast
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. flour
2 1/2 cups fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 lb. spinach leaves, rinsed and drained
1/2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard, or to taste
Directions
Pick over peas, place in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 2 inches. Bring water to a boil and boil peas 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Soak peas 1 hour and drain.
In a heavy kettle, heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderate heat until hot Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion softens. Add mushrooms and thyme and cook, stirring, until mushrooms are tender and liquid evaporates. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Heat remaining tablespoon of oil in kettle and cook chicken, stirring, until browned. Sprinkle flour over chicken, stirring, to coat. Add broth and bring to boil. Stir in peas and mushroom mixture. Simmer, covered, about 20 minutes or until peas are tender.
While mixture is cooking, cut spinach leaves into thin strips.
When peas in simmering mixture are tender, stir spinach into the chicken mixture. Gradually blend in mustard to taste. Simmer gently, stirring, 2 minutes,or just until spinach is tender. (Be careful to not overcook.) Add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 232; Fat: 5 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 286 mg; Protein: 28 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g
GRANNY SMITH APPLE TART
Yield: 1 tart (8 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/501.shtml
Ingredients
1 refrigerated fill-and-bake pie crust (7 to 7-1/2 ounces)
3 large Granny Smith apples (about 1-1/2 pounds total), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sour half-and-half, or 1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
1 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Put the pie crust into a 9-inch-diameter tart pan with a removable bottom; press the crust against the fluted edge and trim off any pastry that extends over the top. Roll the trimmed dough into a ball; flatten to 1/4 inch and cut 2 or 3 shapes with a cookie cutter. Prick the tart shell in several places with the tines of a fork.
Put the sliced apples in a large bowl; drizzle them with lemon juice and toss to mix.
In a small bowl, blend the brown sugar, sour half-and-half, tapioca, and cinnamon.
Fold the brown sugar mixture into the apples until all the fruit is coated. Spoon the apples into the tart shell; arrange the dough shapes on top of the apples. Sprinkle granulated sugar over the top.
Bake for 35 minutes, or until the apples are tender. Cut in 8 equal slices. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 200; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 146 mg; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Carbohydrates: 34 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Other Carbohydrate, 1 Fat
CHUNKY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE SOUP
This came from a diabetic recipe magazine years ago; I wish I had noted it better than that. If anyone recognizes this and where it's from, please comment and let me know. (Thanks!) Serves 4.
Ingredients
1 Tbs canola oil
1 boneless skinless chicken breast (4 ounces), diced
1/2 C chopped green bell pepper
1/2 C thinly sliced celery
2 green onions, sliced
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 C water
1/2 cup sliced carrots
2 Tbs cream
1 TBS finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 tsp dried thyme leaves
1/8 tsp black pepper
Directions
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add chicken; cook & stir 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Add bell pepper, celery & onions. Cook & stir 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Add broth, water, carrots, cream, parsley, thyme & black pepper. Simmer 10 minutes or until carrots are tender.
Per serving: Calories 130; Total fat 8g (Sat fat 3g); Protein 9g; Carbohydrate 5g; Cholesterol 27mg; Sodium 895mg; Dietary fiber 1g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 Fat
SOUTHERN-STYLE SLAW
Recipe Yield: Yields 12 servings
Source: Splenda
Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/southern-style-slaw.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 cup lite mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons fennel seed
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt & pepper, to taste
For the slaw:
2 each medium, seeded & sliced yellow bell peppers
2 each medium, seeded & sliced red bell peppers
4 cups shredded cabbage *
6 oz. bag shredded carrots *
5 each thinly sliced radishes
1 cup diced red onion
* If you would rather use store bought slaw mix, then a 14 oz. bag of cabbage coleslaw mix is about 6-3/4 cups and would work for this recipe.
Directions
Whisk together all dressing ingredients until well combined. Add salt & pepper to taste.
Mix together peppers, cabbage, carrots, radishes and red onion in a large bowl.
Toss the dressing in with the vegetables.
Chill for 60 minutes, stir and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Fat: 7 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 210 mg; Cholesterol: under 5 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g
BANANA PINEAPPLE TROPICAL PIE
Ingredients
Pastry for single crust 9-inch pie
2 packages (8 oz. each) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1 container (8 oz.) light whipped topping, thawed if frozen
1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup flaked coconut, divided
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
2 medium ripe bananas, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon chopped pecans
* May substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Preheat oven to 375F. Roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Pierce side and bottom of pastry with tines of a fork. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely on wire rack.
Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and Equal in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until smooth and well combined. Gradually mix in whipped topping, pineapple, 3 tablespoons coconut and rum extract.
Place half of cream cheese mixture over pie crust. Arrange banana slices in single layer. Top with remaining cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle top of pie with remaining 1 tablespoon coconut and chopped pecans. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving): Calories: 272; Protein: 6 g; Sodium: 199 mg; Cholesterol: 29 mg; Fat: 16 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g
Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit, 3 fat
PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Source: Hellmann's
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.
Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.
On baking sheet, arrange chicken.
Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.
Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g
GOOD LUCK CHICKEN FRICASSEE
Recipe Yield: Yield: Makes 8 servings.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/good-luck-chicken-fricassee.
Ingredients
1 cup dried black-eyed peas
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp. canola oil, divided
10 oz. crimini mushrooms, cut into 1/2- inch slices
1 Tbsp. fresh thyme, minced
1 1/2 lb. skinless boneless chicken breast
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. flour
2 1/2 cups fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 lb. spinach leaves, rinsed and drained
1/2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard, or to taste
Directions
Pick over peas, place in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 2 inches. Bring water to a boil and boil peas 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Soak peas 1 hour and drain.
In a heavy kettle, heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderate heat until hot Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion softens. Add mushrooms and thyme and cook, stirring, until mushrooms are tender and liquid evaporates. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Heat remaining tablespoon of oil in kettle and cook chicken, stirring, until browned. Sprinkle flour over chicken, stirring, to coat. Add broth and bring to boil. Stir in peas and mushroom mixture. Simmer, covered, about 20 minutes or until peas are tender.
While mixture is cooking, cut spinach leaves into thin strips.
When peas in simmering mixture are tender, stir spinach into the chicken mixture. Gradually blend in mustard to taste. Simmer gently, stirring, 2 minutes,or just until spinach is tender. (Be careful to not overcook.) Add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 232; Fat: 5 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 286 mg; Protein: 28 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g
GRANNY SMITH APPLE TART
Yield: 1 tart (8 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/501.shtml
Ingredients
1 refrigerated fill-and-bake pie crust (7 to 7-1/2 ounces)
3 large Granny Smith apples (about 1-1/2 pounds total), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sour half-and-half, or 1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
1 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Put the pie crust into a 9-inch-diameter tart pan with a removable bottom; press the crust against the fluted edge and trim off any pastry that extends over the top. Roll the trimmed dough into a ball; flatten to 1/4 inch and cut 2 or 3 shapes with a cookie cutter. Prick the tart shell in several places with the tines of a fork.
Put the sliced apples in a large bowl; drizzle them with lemon juice and toss to mix.
In a small bowl, blend the brown sugar, sour half-and-half, tapioca, and cinnamon.
Fold the brown sugar mixture into the apples until all the fruit is coated. Spoon the apples into the tart shell; arrange the dough shapes on top of the apples. Sprinkle granulated sugar over the top.
Bake for 35 minutes, or until the apples are tender. Cut in 8 equal slices. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 200; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 146 mg; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Carbohydrates: 34 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Other Carbohydrate, 1 Fat
CHUNKY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE SOUP
This came from a diabetic recipe magazine years ago; I wish I had noted it better than that. If anyone recognizes this and where it's from, please comment and let me know. (Thanks!) Serves 4.
Ingredients
1 Tbs canola oil
1 boneless skinless chicken breast (4 ounces), diced
1/2 C chopped green bell pepper
1/2 C thinly sliced celery
2 green onions, sliced
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 C water
1/2 cup sliced carrots
2 Tbs cream
1 TBS finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 tsp dried thyme leaves
1/8 tsp black pepper
Directions
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add chicken; cook & stir 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Add bell pepper, celery & onions. Cook & stir 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Add broth, water, carrots, cream, parsley, thyme & black pepper. Simmer 10 minutes or until carrots are tender.
Per serving: Calories 130; Total fat 8g (Sat fat 3g); Protein 9g; Carbohydrate 5g; Cholesterol 27mg; Sodium 895mg; Dietary fiber 1g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 Fat
Thursday, December 26, 2019
Chicken
Chicken used to be the go-to meal for Sunday dinners (think early- to mid-twentieth century). Now it's an anytime meal.
Check out today's six chicken recipes, including Chicken and Vegetable Curry and Parmesan Chicken Topped with Spinach and Almonds. Enjoy!
WARM CHICKEN SALAD
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4-1/2 cups (6 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/warm-chicken-salad.
Ingredients
2 cups diced cooked chicken (8 ounces)
2 cups chopped celery
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped pimiento
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup (about 1 ounce) grated or shredded Swiss cheese
2 cups (2-oz) fat-free or reduced-fat potato chips, coarsely crushed
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 2-quart casserole with non-stick pan spray.
Mix all the ingredients except the cheese and potato chips in a large bowl. Turn into the casserole. Top with the cheese and crushed potato chips.
Bake about 25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the salad is hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 212; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 439 mg; Cholesterol: 43 mg; Protein: 15 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 2 Medium-Fat Meat
CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE CURRY
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 Servings
Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes
Book Title: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-and-vegetable-curry.
Ingredients
Vegetable Cooking Spray
12-16 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic
1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 medium potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 large carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1-1/2 cups reduced sodium fat-free chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoon cold water
1 large tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt, cayenne, and black pepper, to taste
Directions
Spray large saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Saute chicken, onion, and garlic until chicken is browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Add cauliflower, potatoes, carrots, broth, and herbs to saucepan; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken and vegetables are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
Heat mixture to boiling. Mix flour and water; stir into boiling mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in tomato, parsley, and lemon juice; simmer 2 to 3 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt, cayenne, and black pepper.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 250; Fat: 3.1 g; Sodium: 203 mg; Cholesterol: 51.7 mg; Protein: 28.4 g; Carbohydrates: 29 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1 Bread, 2 Meat
CURRIED CHICKEN WITH APRICOTS
Makes 6 servings.
View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/988.shtml
Ingredients
6 chicken breast halves, skinned
6 ounces dried apricots, cut in half
1/4 cup raisins
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon light margarine, melted
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1 bay leaf, broken
1/4 cup skim milk
Directions
In small bowl, place apricots and raisins. Add orange juice and let sit 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In small dish, place margarine. Add onion, garlic, curry powder, cinnamon, chili powder, salt, ginger and bay leaf; stir to mix well.
In greased 2-quart shallow baking dish, arrange chicken in single layer. Spread spice mixture evenly over chicken. With slotted spoon, remove apricots and raisins from orange juice and arrange in dish with chicken. To orange juice, add skim milk; pour over chicken.
Cover and bake in 350F. oven about 1 hour, removing cover after 45 minutes and cooking uncovered for final 15 minutes.
If desired, garnish with red cherries and serve with rice.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 230; Protein: 21 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 300 mg; Cholesterol: 64 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g
ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD WITH NAPA CABBAGE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/roasted-chicken-salad-with-napa-cabbage.
Ingredients
1 pound roasted white-meat deli chicken (either pulled from a whole chicken and skinned or from sliced chicken), cubed or shredded
1 cup fresh snow pea pods, halved
1/2 cup julienne baby carrot strips
1/2 cup low-fat Oriental salad dressing or low-fat vinaigrette
4 cups shredded Napa cabbage
Directions
In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat the chicken, snow pea pods, carrots, and garlic. Cover and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in dressing. Remove from heat.
In a large bowl, combine the cabbage and chicken mixture; toss together until mixed.
Notes:
Serving size is 4 oz. chicken, 1 cup cabbage, and 1/4 cup snow peas.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 285; Fat: 13 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 416 mg; Cholesterol: 100 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g; Sugars: 4 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate, 4 Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Source: Hellmann's
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.
Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.
On baking sheet, arrange chicken.
Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.
Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g
ISLAND STEW, SWEET AND SOUR
Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 Servings (About 1-1/4 cups each)
Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People With Diabetes
Book Title: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People With Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/island-stew-sweet-and-sour.
Ingredients
1-1/2 pounds chicken tenders
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced gingerroot
1-2 jalapeno chilies, finely chopped
3 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks in juice, drained, juice reserved
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2-3 teaspoons curry powder
2-3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed, drained
Directions
Cook chicken in oil in large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 8 minutes. Remove from skillet.
Add pepper blend, garlic, gingerroot, and jalapeno chilies to skillet; saute 5 minutes. Stir in broth, pineapple (reserve juice), sugar, curry powder, vinegar, and chicken; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
Heat mixture to boiling. Mix cornstarch and reserved pineapple juice; stir to boiling mixture. Boil, stirring frequently, until mixture is thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in beans; cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes longer.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 288; Fat: 3.9 g; Sodium: 537 mg; Cholesterol: 48.2 mg; Protein: 29.7 g; Carbohydrates: 35 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fruit, 1 Bread/Starch, 3 Meat
Check out today's six chicken recipes, including Chicken and Vegetable Curry and Parmesan Chicken Topped with Spinach and Almonds. Enjoy!
WARM CHICKEN SALAD
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4-1/2 cups (6 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/warm-chicken-salad.
Ingredients
2 cups diced cooked chicken (8 ounces)
2 cups chopped celery
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped pimiento
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup (about 1 ounce) grated or shredded Swiss cheese
2 cups (2-oz) fat-free or reduced-fat potato chips, coarsely crushed
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 2-quart casserole with non-stick pan spray.
Mix all the ingredients except the cheese and potato chips in a large bowl. Turn into the casserole. Top with the cheese and crushed potato chips.
Bake about 25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the salad is hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 212; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 439 mg; Cholesterol: 43 mg; Protein: 15 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 2 Medium-Fat Meat
CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE CURRY
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 Servings
Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes
Book Title: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-and-vegetable-curry.
Ingredients
Vegetable Cooking Spray
12-16 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic
1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 medium potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 large carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1-1/2 cups reduced sodium fat-free chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoon cold water
1 large tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt, cayenne, and black pepper, to taste
Directions
Spray large saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Saute chicken, onion, and garlic until chicken is browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Add cauliflower, potatoes, carrots, broth, and herbs to saucepan; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken and vegetables are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
Heat mixture to boiling. Mix flour and water; stir into boiling mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in tomato, parsley, and lemon juice; simmer 2 to 3 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt, cayenne, and black pepper.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 250; Fat: 3.1 g; Sodium: 203 mg; Cholesterol: 51.7 mg; Protein: 28.4 g; Carbohydrates: 29 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1 Bread, 2 Meat
CURRIED CHICKEN WITH APRICOTS
Makes 6 servings.
View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/988.shtml
Ingredients
6 chicken breast halves, skinned
6 ounces dried apricots, cut in half
1/4 cup raisins
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon light margarine, melted
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1 bay leaf, broken
1/4 cup skim milk
Directions
In small bowl, place apricots and raisins. Add orange juice and let sit 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In small dish, place margarine. Add onion, garlic, curry powder, cinnamon, chili powder, salt, ginger and bay leaf; stir to mix well.
In greased 2-quart shallow baking dish, arrange chicken in single layer. Spread spice mixture evenly over chicken. With slotted spoon, remove apricots and raisins from orange juice and arrange in dish with chicken. To orange juice, add skim milk; pour over chicken.
Cover and bake in 350F. oven about 1 hour, removing cover after 45 minutes and cooking uncovered for final 15 minutes.
If desired, garnish with red cherries and serve with rice.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 230; Protein: 21 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 300 mg; Cholesterol: 64 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g
ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD WITH NAPA CABBAGE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/roasted-chicken-salad-with-napa-cabbage.
Ingredients
1 pound roasted white-meat deli chicken (either pulled from a whole chicken and skinned or from sliced chicken), cubed or shredded
1 cup fresh snow pea pods, halved
1/2 cup julienne baby carrot strips
1/2 cup low-fat Oriental salad dressing or low-fat vinaigrette
4 cups shredded Napa cabbage
Directions
In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat the chicken, snow pea pods, carrots, and garlic. Cover and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in dressing. Remove from heat.
In a large bowl, combine the cabbage and chicken mixture; toss together until mixed.
Notes:
Serving size is 4 oz. chicken, 1 cup cabbage, and 1/4 cup snow peas.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 285; Fat: 13 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 416 mg; Cholesterol: 100 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g; Sugars: 4 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate, 4 Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Source: Hellmann's
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.
Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.
On baking sheet, arrange chicken.
Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.
Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g
ISLAND STEW, SWEET AND SOUR
Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 Servings (About 1-1/4 cups each)
Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People With Diabetes
Book Title: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People With Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/island-stew-sweet-and-sour.
Ingredients
1-1/2 pounds chicken tenders
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced gingerroot
1-2 jalapeno chilies, finely chopped
3 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks in juice, drained, juice reserved
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2-3 teaspoons curry powder
2-3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed, drained
Directions
Cook chicken in oil in large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 8 minutes. Remove from skillet.
Add pepper blend, garlic, gingerroot, and jalapeno chilies to skillet; saute 5 minutes. Stir in broth, pineapple (reserve juice), sugar, curry powder, vinegar, and chicken; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
Heat mixture to boiling. Mix cornstarch and reserved pineapple juice; stir to boiling mixture. Boil, stirring frequently, until mixture is thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in beans; cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes longer.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 288; Fat: 3.9 g; Sodium: 537 mg; Cholesterol: 48.2 mg; Protein: 29.7 g; Carbohydrates: 35 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fruit, 1 Bread/Starch, 3 Meat
Tuesday, December 24, 2019
Desserts - Double-Post Tuesday
I know I usually only have a Double-Post on Mondays, but since I've posted Christmas Eve Food, and wanted to add a few desserts for tomorrow's meal, consider this my gift to you.
Who doesn't love something a little snacky once in a while? Here are six yummy dessert recipes that a diabetic - or anyone - can enjoy, including Coconut Custard Pie and Chocolate Cream Pie. Enjoy!
CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESECAKE
This recipe begins, “Chopped fresh cranberries, grated orange peel and the tang of gingersnaps make this a festive looking and delicious cheesecake variation.
Recipe Yield: Serves: 16
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-orange-cheesecake
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-orange-cheesecake/print/
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
1-1/3 cups gingersnap crumbs
3 tablespoons Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
3 tablespoons stick butter or margarine, melted
Cheesecake Ingredients:
3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced fat cream cheese, softened
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel
Additional grated orange peel (optional)
* May substitute 4-1/2 packets Equal sweetener
** May Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, combine gingersnap crumbs, 3 tablespoons Equal and melted butter. Reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture.
Press remaining crumb mixture onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
Bake in preheated 325F oven 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack while preparing cheesecake.
For Cheesecake, beat cream cheese and 1 cup Equal in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until smooth and well combined.
Mix in eggs, egg whites, cornstarch and salt.
Fold in sour cream and vanilla until combined.
Gently stir in cranberries and orange peel.
Pour batter over baked crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
Bake in preheated oven 45 to 50 minutes or until center of cake is almost set. Cool on wire rack.
Gently run metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake. Let cheesecake cool completely.
Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight before serving.
To serve, remove side of pan. Garnish top of cheesecake with grated orange peel, if desired. Cut cake into wedges.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 196; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 268 mg; Cholesterol: 62 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 milk, 2-1/2 fat
BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE TORTE
Recipe Yield: Serves: 12
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/bittersweet-chocolate-torte
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/bittersweet-chocolate-torte/print/
Ingredients
Torte Ingredients:
6 tablespoons stick butter or margarine
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1/3 cup sugar-free apricot preserves or apricot spreadable fruit
2 teaspoons instant coffee crystals
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1-1/2 cups Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
3 egg whites
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
Rich Chocolate Glaze Ingredients:
1 ounce semi-sweet chocolate
1 tablespoon stick butter or margarine
Whipped topping, fresh raspberries, and/or fresh mint (optional)
* May substitute 36 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Torte, heat 6 tablespoons butter, 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, milk, preserves and coffee crystals in small saucepan, whisking frequently until chocolate is almost melted.
Remove pan from heat; continue whisking until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Whisk in egg yolk and vanilla. Add Equal, whisking until smooth.
Lightly grease bottom of an 8-inch round cake pan and line with parchment or waxed paper. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar to stiff peaks in large bowl. Fold chocolate mixture into egg whites; fold in combined flour and salt. Pour cake batter into pan.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 20 to 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Do not over bake. Carefully loosen side of cake from pan with small sharp knife, which will keep cake from cracking as it cools. Cool cake completely in pan on wire rack. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.
For Rich Chocolate Glaze, melt 1 ounce semi-sweet chocolate and 1 tablespoon butter in small saucepan, stirring frequently.
Remove cake from pan and place on serving plate. Pour Rich Chocolate Glaze over top of cake, letting it run down sides. Let cake stand about 1 hour or until glaze is set. Garnish top of cake with prepared whipped topping, fresh raspberries and fresh mint, if desired. Cut cake into wedges.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 145;Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 116 mg; Cholesterol: 36 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 2 fat
CHOCOLATE CREAM PIE
Source: Equal®
Serves: 8
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-cream-pie
Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust 9-inch pie
1-1/2 cups Equal® Spoonful or Granulated*
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup European or Dutch-process cocoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups 2% milk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
Light whipped topping (optional)
Chocolate curls (optional)
* May substitute 36 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Pierce bottom and side of pastry with fork. Bake in preheated 375F oven 10 to 12 minutes or until crust is golden. Cool on wire rack.
Combine Equal®, cornstarch, cocoa and salt in medium saucepan. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, whisking constantly. Boil and stir until thickened, about 1 minute.
Beat eggs in small bowl; whisk about 1 cup chocolate mixture into eggs. Whisk egg mixture into chocolate mixture in saucepan. Cook over very low heat, whisking constantly, 30 to 60 seconds.
Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla.
Spread hot filling in baked crust. Refrigerate until chilled and set, about 6 hours. Garnish top of pie with dollops of whipped topping and chocolate curls, if desired. Cut pie into wedges.
Notes:
A rich chocolate pie that has 43% less calories than a traditional recipe, because it is flavored with Equal, unsweetened cocoa and lower fat milk. Indulge without the guilt!
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 235; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 463 mg; Cholesterol: 66 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 27 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 milk, 1 starch, 2 fat
COUNTRY PEACH TART
This recipe begins, “Easier than a pie, but just as flavorful and appealing, you’ll like this quick to fix dessert filled with cinnamon and almond spiked peaches. Use a refrigerated pie crust for added ease in preparation.”
Recipe Yield: Serves: 8
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/country-peach-tart
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/country-peach-tart/print/
Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust 9-inch pie
4 cups peeled, pitted, sliced fresh peaches or frozen unsweetened peaches, thawed
1/2 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
*May substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Roll pastry on floured surface to 12-inch circle. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet.
Combine peaches, Equal®, flour, cinnamon and almond extract. Toss gently to coat. Arrange peach mixture on pastry, leaving 2-inch border around edge of pastry. Bring pastry edge toward center, overlapping as necessary.
Bake tart in preheated 425F oven 25 to 30 minutes or until crust is golden and peaches are tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 161; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 100 mg; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 23 grams
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 fruit, 1 starch, 1 fat
COCONUT CUSTARD PIE
This recipe begins, “A baked custard pie with less carbs and calories.”
Recipe Yield: Serves: 8
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/coconut-custard-pie
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/coconut-custard-pie/print/
Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust 9 inch pie
4 eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup toasted flaked coconut
1 teaspoon coconut extract (optional**)
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
** For added coconut flavor use the optional coconut extract.
Directions
Roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Set aside.
Beat eggs in large bowl about 5 minutes or until thick and lemon colored. Whisk in milk and remaining ingredients. Pour mixture into pastry shell.
Bake pie in preheated 375F oven 30 to 35 minutes or until sharp knife inserted halfway between center and edge of pie comes out clean.
Cool on wire rack. Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate and serve chilled.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 194; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 301 mg; Cholesterol: 115 mg; Protein: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 milk, 1/2 starch, 2 fat
CHOCOLATE SWIRL CHEESECAKE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 16 servings
This recipe begins, “New York-style cheesecake swirled with a rich chocolate mixture. Serve with fresh raspberries.”
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-swirl-cheesecake
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-swirl-cheesecake/print/
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
1-1/4 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
4 tablespoons stick butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
Cheesecake Ingredients:
3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup reduced fat sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted, slightly cooled
1 tablespoon fat-free milk
Chocolate curls (optional)
* May substitute 3 packets Equal sweetener
* May substitute 3 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 18 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, mix vanilla wafer crumbs, butter and 2 tablespoons Equal. Press onto bottom and 1/2-inch up side of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake in preheated 325F oven 10 minutes. Cool on wire rack while preparing cheesecake.
For Cheesecake, beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup Equal in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until smooth and well combined. Mix in eggs, egg whites and cornstarch. Fold in sour cream and vanilla until combined. Remove 1/2 cup cheesecake batter. Pour remaining batter over baked crust.
Add melted chocolate and fat-free milk to 1/2 cup reserved cheesecake batter; mix well. Place spoonfuls of chocolate mixture on top of cheesecake. Using tip of knife or spatula, gently swirl chocolate batter into cheesecake.
Bake in preheated oven 45 to 50 minutes or until center of cake is almost set. Cool on wire rack. Gently run metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake. Let cheesecake cool completely. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight before serving. To serve, remove side of pan. Garnish top of cheesecake with chocolate curls, if desired. Cut cake into wedges.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 235 mg; Cholesterol: 57 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 milk, 2 fat
Who doesn't love something a little snacky once in a while? Here are six yummy dessert recipes that a diabetic - or anyone - can enjoy, including Coconut Custard Pie and Chocolate Cream Pie. Enjoy!
CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESECAKE
This recipe begins, “Chopped fresh cranberries, grated orange peel and the tang of gingersnaps make this a festive looking and delicious cheesecake variation.
Recipe Yield: Serves: 16
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-orange-cheesecake
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-orange-cheesecake/print/
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
1-1/3 cups gingersnap crumbs
3 tablespoons Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
3 tablespoons stick butter or margarine, melted
Cheesecake Ingredients:
3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced fat cream cheese, softened
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel
Additional grated orange peel (optional)
* May substitute 4-1/2 packets Equal sweetener
** May Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, combine gingersnap crumbs, 3 tablespoons Equal and melted butter. Reserve 2 tablespoons crumb mixture.
Press remaining crumb mixture onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
Bake in preheated 325F oven 8 minutes. Cool on wire rack while preparing cheesecake.
For Cheesecake, beat cream cheese and 1 cup Equal in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until smooth and well combined.
Mix in eggs, egg whites, cornstarch and salt.
Fold in sour cream and vanilla until combined.
Gently stir in cranberries and orange peel.
Pour batter over baked crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
Bake in preheated oven 45 to 50 minutes or until center of cake is almost set. Cool on wire rack.
Gently run metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake. Let cheesecake cool completely.
Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight before serving.
To serve, remove side of pan. Garnish top of cheesecake with grated orange peel, if desired. Cut cake into wedges.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 196; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 268 mg; Cholesterol: 62 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 milk, 2-1/2 fat
BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE TORTE
Recipe Yield: Serves: 12
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/bittersweet-chocolate-torte
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/bittersweet-chocolate-torte/print/
Ingredients
Torte Ingredients:
6 tablespoons stick butter or margarine
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1/3 cup sugar-free apricot preserves or apricot spreadable fruit
2 teaspoons instant coffee crystals
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1-1/2 cups Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
3 egg whites
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
Rich Chocolate Glaze Ingredients:
1 ounce semi-sweet chocolate
1 tablespoon stick butter or margarine
Whipped topping, fresh raspberries, and/or fresh mint (optional)
* May substitute 36 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Torte, heat 6 tablespoons butter, 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, milk, preserves and coffee crystals in small saucepan, whisking frequently until chocolate is almost melted.
Remove pan from heat; continue whisking until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Whisk in egg yolk and vanilla. Add Equal, whisking until smooth.
Lightly grease bottom of an 8-inch round cake pan and line with parchment or waxed paper. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar to stiff peaks in large bowl. Fold chocolate mixture into egg whites; fold in combined flour and salt. Pour cake batter into pan.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 20 to 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Do not over bake. Carefully loosen side of cake from pan with small sharp knife, which will keep cake from cracking as it cools. Cool cake completely in pan on wire rack. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.
For Rich Chocolate Glaze, melt 1 ounce semi-sweet chocolate and 1 tablespoon butter in small saucepan, stirring frequently.
Remove cake from pan and place on serving plate. Pour Rich Chocolate Glaze over top of cake, letting it run down sides. Let cake stand about 1 hour or until glaze is set. Garnish top of cake with prepared whipped topping, fresh raspberries and fresh mint, if desired. Cut cake into wedges.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 145;Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 116 mg; Cholesterol: 36 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 2 fat
CHOCOLATE CREAM PIE
Source: Equal®
Serves: 8
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-cream-pie
Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust 9-inch pie
1-1/2 cups Equal® Spoonful or Granulated*
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup European or Dutch-process cocoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups 2% milk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
Light whipped topping (optional)
Chocolate curls (optional)
* May substitute 36 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Pierce bottom and side of pastry with fork. Bake in preheated 375F oven 10 to 12 minutes or until crust is golden. Cool on wire rack.
Combine Equal®, cornstarch, cocoa and salt in medium saucepan. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, whisking constantly. Boil and stir until thickened, about 1 minute.
Beat eggs in small bowl; whisk about 1 cup chocolate mixture into eggs. Whisk egg mixture into chocolate mixture in saucepan. Cook over very low heat, whisking constantly, 30 to 60 seconds.
Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla.
Spread hot filling in baked crust. Refrigerate until chilled and set, about 6 hours. Garnish top of pie with dollops of whipped topping and chocolate curls, if desired. Cut pie into wedges.
Notes:
A rich chocolate pie that has 43% less calories than a traditional recipe, because it is flavored with Equal, unsweetened cocoa and lower fat milk. Indulge without the guilt!
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 235; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 463 mg; Cholesterol: 66 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 27 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 milk, 1 starch, 2 fat
COUNTRY PEACH TART
This recipe begins, “Easier than a pie, but just as flavorful and appealing, you’ll like this quick to fix dessert filled with cinnamon and almond spiked peaches. Use a refrigerated pie crust for added ease in preparation.”
Recipe Yield: Serves: 8
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/country-peach-tart
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/country-peach-tart/print/
Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust 9-inch pie
4 cups peeled, pitted, sliced fresh peaches or frozen unsweetened peaches, thawed
1/2 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
*May substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Roll pastry on floured surface to 12-inch circle. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet.
Combine peaches, Equal®, flour, cinnamon and almond extract. Toss gently to coat. Arrange peach mixture on pastry, leaving 2-inch border around edge of pastry. Bring pastry edge toward center, overlapping as necessary.
Bake tart in preheated 425F oven 25 to 30 minutes or until crust is golden and peaches are tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 161; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 100 mg; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 23 grams
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 fruit, 1 starch, 1 fat
COCONUT CUSTARD PIE
This recipe begins, “A baked custard pie with less carbs and calories.”
Recipe Yield: Serves: 8
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/coconut-custard-pie
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Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust 9 inch pie
4 eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup toasted flaked coconut
1 teaspoon coconut extract (optional**)
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
** For added coconut flavor use the optional coconut extract.
Directions
Roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Set aside.
Beat eggs in large bowl about 5 minutes or until thick and lemon colored. Whisk in milk and remaining ingredients. Pour mixture into pastry shell.
Bake pie in preheated 375F oven 30 to 35 minutes or until sharp knife inserted halfway between center and edge of pie comes out clean.
Cool on wire rack. Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate and serve chilled.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 194; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 301 mg; Cholesterol: 115 mg; Protein: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 milk, 1/2 starch, 2 fat
CHOCOLATE SWIRL CHEESECAKE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 16 servings
This recipe begins, “New York-style cheesecake swirled with a rich chocolate mixture. Serve with fresh raspberries.”
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-swirl-cheesecake
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-swirl-cheesecake/print/
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
1-1/4 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
4 tablespoons stick butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
Cheesecake Ingredients:
3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup reduced fat sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted, slightly cooled
1 tablespoon fat-free milk
Chocolate curls (optional)
* May substitute 3 packets Equal sweetener
* May substitute 3 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 18 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, mix vanilla wafer crumbs, butter and 2 tablespoons Equal. Press onto bottom and 1/2-inch up side of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake in preheated 325F oven 10 minutes. Cool on wire rack while preparing cheesecake.
For Cheesecake, beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup Equal in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until smooth and well combined. Mix in eggs, egg whites and cornstarch. Fold in sour cream and vanilla until combined. Remove 1/2 cup cheesecake batter. Pour remaining batter over baked crust.
Add melted chocolate and fat-free milk to 1/2 cup reserved cheesecake batter; mix well. Place spoonfuls of chocolate mixture on top of cheesecake. Using tip of knife or spatula, gently swirl chocolate batter into cheesecake.
Bake in preheated oven 45 to 50 minutes or until center of cake is almost set. Cool on wire rack. Gently run metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake. Let cheesecake cool completely. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight before serving. To serve, remove side of pan. Garnish top of cheesecake with chocolate curls, if desired. Cut cake into wedges.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 235 mg; Cholesterol: 57 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 milk, 2 fat
Christmas Eve Food
Tomorrow is Christmas, and, if you're like me, you might be looking for one or two more recipes to add to tomorrow's main meal. Here are a few possibilities, including Turkey Breast Provencal with Vegetables and Glazed Ham with Dried Cheery Caramelized Onions. Enjoy!
Note: Merry Christmas! And for anyone who celebrates other holidays this time of year, may they be wonderful, too! Here's to peace, happiness, love...all the good blessings we need.
Also, since tomorrow is Christmas, I'll be taking the day off, but will return on Thursday, December 26.
BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH APPLE STUFFING
Yield: 4 stuffed squash halves (4 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/26.shtml
Ingredients
2 small acorn squash (1-1/2 pounds total), halved and seeded
1 large or 2 small apples, peeled, diced
2 tablespoons diced celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons margarine, melted
Pinch of salt
Pinch of freshly ground pepper
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Prepare a square baking pan with nonstick pan spray.
Place the squash cut side down in a baking pan. Bake 20 minutes.
While the squash is baking, combine the apples, celery, onion, margarine, and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl; mix well.
Turn the squash, cut sides up. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Divide the apple mixture to fill the cavities of the squash. Bake the stuffed squash halves, covered with foil, for 30 minutes more. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 87; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 63 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 5 g; Sugars: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch
CRANBERRY APPLE CRISP
Yield: 8 servings
View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/876.shtml
Ingredients:
Filling Ingredients:
3 cups peeled, cored, sliced apples
2 cups fresh or frozen thawed cranberries
1 cup Equal Spoonful*
Topping Ingredients:
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup stick butter or margarine, melted
1/2 cup Equal Spoonful**
* Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
** Substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Filling, combine apples, cranberries and 1 cup Equal in an ungreased 10-inch pie plate.
For Topping, combine flour, pecans, melted butter and 1/2 cup Equal. Mix until well blended. Sprinkle flour mixture over apples and cranberries in pie plate.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 55 to 60 minutes or until fruit is tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving): Calories: 145; Protein: 1 g; Sodium: 67 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Fat: 8 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1-1/2 fat
SPICY PUMPKIN PIE
Servings: 8
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/154.shtml
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Ingredients
1 (9-inch) pastry shell
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1-1/2 cup pumpkin (canned)
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
2 eggs; beaten
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 cup low-fat milk
1/4 tsp Salt
3 tbsp liquid cal-free sweetener
1 pinch ground cloves
2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
Light vanilla ice cream
Directions
Prick pastry shell with a fork. Bake in 450F oven for 8 min.
Stir together pumpkin, egg, milk, sweetener, sugar and seasonings. Pour into partially baked pie shell.
Bake in 350F oven for 50 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool slightly and then refrigerate.
Cut into 8 wedges and serve each with 2 tbsp light vanilla ice cream.
Nutritional Information Per Serving; Calories: 173; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 9 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch/Bread, 1-1/2 Fat, 1 Dairy, 1/2 Fruit
GLAZED HAM WITH DRIED CHERRY CARAMELIZED ONIONS
Serves 10.
Source: NPB
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/971.shtml
Ingredients
3 pound fully-cooked boneless smoked ham
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
5 medium onions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (about 5 cups)
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup dried tart cherries
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 cup almonds, sliced or slivered, and toasted
Directions
Heat oven to 325 degrees F. Place ham on rack in shallow baking pan. Roast 45 minutes to 1 hour or until a meat thermometer registers 140 degrees F. (about 15 to 18 minutes per pound).
Meanwhile, for glaze, in a small bowl combine 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon mustard. Brush ham with glaze during the last 5 minutes of baking.
To caramelize onions, cook onions in a covered Dutch oven in hot butter over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes or until onions are just tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/2 cup dried cherries, 1/3 cup cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey and 1/2 teaspoon cardamom. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in toasted almonds. Slice ham; serve with onion mixture.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 277; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 1337 mg; Cholesterol: 43 mg; Saturated Fat: 4 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g
TURKEY BREAST PROVENCAL WITH VEGETABLES
Yield: 12 servings
Source: The National Turkey Federation
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/507.shtml
Ingredients
1 Cup TURKEY BROTH or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 Cup dry white wine
1/4 Cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 Head garlic, cloves separated, unpeeled
1 Bag (10 ounces) frozen whole petite onions
2 Teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 Teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 Teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 Teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
1/4 Teaspoon black pepper
6 plum tomatoes, quartered
1 Box (9 ounces) frozen or fresh artichoke hearts, slightly thawed
10 ounces frozen or fresh asparagus spears, slightly thawed
1 Can (3-1/4 ounces) pitted black olives, drained
As needed olive oil, salt and black pepper
1 (4-1/2 pounds) BONE-IN TURKEY BREAST
Directions
In 9-X 13-inch baking pan combine broth, wine, lemon juice, garlic, onions, rosemary, thyme, salt, fennel seeds and pepper. Cover pan with foil. Heat 20 minutes in a preheated 325 degree F oven.
Remove pan from oven. Add tomatoes, artichoke hearts, asparagus and olives in a pile in the center of the pan.
Rub turkey breast with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place turkey breast, breast side up, on top of vegetables. Float foil over top of turkey and roast 1 hour. Remove foil and roast an additional 1 hour or until food thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast registers 170 degrees F. Baste turkey and vegetables frequently with pan juices.
Remove turkey and vegetables to a serving platter. Reserve 6 cloves of garlic and pan juices.
Remove any skin from reserved garlic. Combine garlic with pan juices in food processor bowl, fitted with metal blade. Process 30 to 60 seconds until mixture is smooth. Reheat sauce to piping hot.
To serve, pass sauce to pour over turkey and vegetables.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 289; Protein: 36 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 349 mg; Cholesterol: 100 mg; Carbohydrates: 9 g
CORN BREAD
Servings: 12
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/176.shtml
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Ingredients
2 cup cornmeal
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking Soda
2 tsp baking Powder
1 tbsp honey
1 egg
1 tbsp vegetable Oil
1 cup buttermilk
Directions
Combine the cornmeal, salt, baking soda and baking powder in a bowl. Mix well.
Pour into a lightly oiled 8-inch-square baking pan.
Bake in a 400-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 113; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 184 mg; Carbohydrates: 20 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread
Note: Merry Christmas! And for anyone who celebrates other holidays this time of year, may they be wonderful, too! Here's to peace, happiness, love...all the good blessings we need.
Also, since tomorrow is Christmas, I'll be taking the day off, but will return on Thursday, December 26.
BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH APPLE STUFFING
Yield: 4 stuffed squash halves (4 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/26.shtml
Ingredients
2 small acorn squash (1-1/2 pounds total), halved and seeded
1 large or 2 small apples, peeled, diced
2 tablespoons diced celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons margarine, melted
Pinch of salt
Pinch of freshly ground pepper
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Prepare a square baking pan with nonstick pan spray.
Place the squash cut side down in a baking pan. Bake 20 minutes.
While the squash is baking, combine the apples, celery, onion, margarine, and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl; mix well.
Turn the squash, cut sides up. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Divide the apple mixture to fill the cavities of the squash. Bake the stuffed squash halves, covered with foil, for 30 minutes more. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 87; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 63 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 5 g; Sugars: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch
CRANBERRY APPLE CRISP
Yield: 8 servings
View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/876.shtml
Ingredients:
Filling Ingredients:
3 cups peeled, cored, sliced apples
2 cups fresh or frozen thawed cranberries
1 cup Equal Spoonful*
Topping Ingredients:
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup stick butter or margarine, melted
1/2 cup Equal Spoonful**
* Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
** Substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Filling, combine apples, cranberries and 1 cup Equal in an ungreased 10-inch pie plate.
For Topping, combine flour, pecans, melted butter and 1/2 cup Equal. Mix until well blended. Sprinkle flour mixture over apples and cranberries in pie plate.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 55 to 60 minutes or until fruit is tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving): Calories: 145; Protein: 1 g; Sodium: 67 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Fat: 8 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1-1/2 fat
SPICY PUMPKIN PIE
Servings: 8
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/154.shtml
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Ingredients
1 (9-inch) pastry shell
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1-1/2 cup pumpkin (canned)
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
2 eggs; beaten
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 cup low-fat milk
1/4 tsp Salt
3 tbsp liquid cal-free sweetener
1 pinch ground cloves
2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
Light vanilla ice cream
Directions
Prick pastry shell with a fork. Bake in 450F oven for 8 min.
Stir together pumpkin, egg, milk, sweetener, sugar and seasonings. Pour into partially baked pie shell.
Bake in 350F oven for 50 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool slightly and then refrigerate.
Cut into 8 wedges and serve each with 2 tbsp light vanilla ice cream.
Nutritional Information Per Serving; Calories: 173; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 9 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch/Bread, 1-1/2 Fat, 1 Dairy, 1/2 Fruit
GLAZED HAM WITH DRIED CHERRY CARAMELIZED ONIONS
Serves 10.
Source: NPB
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/971.shtml
Ingredients
3 pound fully-cooked boneless smoked ham
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
5 medium onions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (about 5 cups)
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup dried tart cherries
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 cup almonds, sliced or slivered, and toasted
Directions
Heat oven to 325 degrees F. Place ham on rack in shallow baking pan. Roast 45 minutes to 1 hour or until a meat thermometer registers 140 degrees F. (about 15 to 18 minutes per pound).
Meanwhile, for glaze, in a small bowl combine 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon mustard. Brush ham with glaze during the last 5 minutes of baking.
To caramelize onions, cook onions in a covered Dutch oven in hot butter over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes or until onions are just tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/2 cup dried cherries, 1/3 cup cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey and 1/2 teaspoon cardamom. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in toasted almonds. Slice ham; serve with onion mixture.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 277; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 1337 mg; Cholesterol: 43 mg; Saturated Fat: 4 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g
TURKEY BREAST PROVENCAL WITH VEGETABLES
Yield: 12 servings
Source: The National Turkey Federation
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/507.shtml
Ingredients
1 Cup TURKEY BROTH or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 Cup dry white wine
1/4 Cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 Head garlic, cloves separated, unpeeled
1 Bag (10 ounces) frozen whole petite onions
2 Teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 Teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 Teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 Teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
1/4 Teaspoon black pepper
6 plum tomatoes, quartered
1 Box (9 ounces) frozen or fresh artichoke hearts, slightly thawed
10 ounces frozen or fresh asparagus spears, slightly thawed
1 Can (3-1/4 ounces) pitted black olives, drained
As needed olive oil, salt and black pepper
1 (4-1/2 pounds) BONE-IN TURKEY BREAST
Directions
In 9-X 13-inch baking pan combine broth, wine, lemon juice, garlic, onions, rosemary, thyme, salt, fennel seeds and pepper. Cover pan with foil. Heat 20 minutes in a preheated 325 degree F oven.
Remove pan from oven. Add tomatoes, artichoke hearts, asparagus and olives in a pile in the center of the pan.
Rub turkey breast with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place turkey breast, breast side up, on top of vegetables. Float foil over top of turkey and roast 1 hour. Remove foil and roast an additional 1 hour or until food thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast registers 170 degrees F. Baste turkey and vegetables frequently with pan juices.
Remove turkey and vegetables to a serving platter. Reserve 6 cloves of garlic and pan juices.
Remove any skin from reserved garlic. Combine garlic with pan juices in food processor bowl, fitted with metal blade. Process 30 to 60 seconds until mixture is smooth. Reheat sauce to piping hot.
To serve, pass sauce to pour over turkey and vegetables.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 289; Protein: 36 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 349 mg; Cholesterol: 100 mg; Carbohydrates: 9 g
CORN BREAD
Servings: 12
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/176.shtml
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Ingredients
2 cup cornmeal
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking Soda
2 tsp baking Powder
1 tbsp honey
1 egg
1 tbsp vegetable Oil
1 cup buttermilk
Directions
Combine the cornmeal, salt, baking soda and baking powder in a bowl. Mix well.
Pour into a lightly oiled 8-inch-square baking pan.
Bake in a 400-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 113; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 184 mg; Carbohydrates: 20 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread
Monday, December 23, 2019
Holiday Recipes - Double-Post Monday
Besides being Meatless Monday, it's also Double-Post Monday. Today's double post deals with food for your holiday meals, including Cornbread and Dried Fruit Dressing and Baja Turkey Chili. Enjoy!
TURKEY ROULADE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 8 servings. Serving size: 2 slices (4 ounces).
View online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/turkey-roulade.
Ingredients
1/2 boneless, skinless turkey breast, about 1-1/2 lb
1-1/2 cups Cornbread and Dried Fruit Dressing
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp marjoram
1/4 tsp thyme
1/4 tsp sage
1 Tbsp canola oil
Need: kitchen twine and plastic wrap
Directions
Preheat oven to 350F.
Place large piece of plastic wrap on countertop. Place turkey breast half on plastic and cover. Cover with additional plastic wrap. Using meat mallet, pound turkey to rectangle about 9-10 X 6 inches, about 1/4-inch thick.
Remove plastic wrap from top of turkey and spread dressing evenly lengthwise over surface, almost to edge. Roll turkey lengthwise. With kitchen twine, tie roulade lengthwise once and in several places across turkey. Discard plastic wrap.
In small bowl, mix together spices. Rub canola oil over all surfaces of roulade; rub spice blend evenly over roulade.
Place roulade in shallow roasting pan, then place in oven. Roast for 45 to 60 minutes or until internal temperature measured with an instant-read thermometer reads 155F.
Remove roulade from oven and let rest 15 minutes before carefully removing twine and slicing into 16 half-inch slices. Serve with Porcini Mushroom Gravy, Warm Apple and Cranberry Sauce and extra Cornbread and Dried Fruit Dressing.
Notes:
This elegant turkey entree with stuffing offers a unique presentation of America’s traditional holiday combination.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 140; Fat: 3.5 g; Saturated Fat: 0.5 g; Sodium: 150 mg; Cholesterol: 65 mg; Protein: 222 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
CORNBREAD AND DRIED FRUIT DRESSING
This recipe begins, “This colourful dressing has layers of flavour that allow for a delicious side dish on its own as well as blend well in the Turkey Roulade entree. Yield: 6 cups; enough for Turkey Roulade and 8 side dish servings. Serving size: 1/2 cup.”
Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 cups
Source: Cheryl Forberg, R.D.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cornbread-and-dried-fruit-dressing.
Ingredients
4 cups cornbread cubes, dried
4 oz lean Italian turkey sausage, casing removed
1 Tbsp canola oil
1 cup chopped yellow or white onions
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped carrot
1 small garlic clove, crushed
4 each dried apricots and pitted dried plums, coarsely chopped
1/2 tsp dried thyme
3/4 tsp dried sage
1/4 tsp dried marjoram
1 cup fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Canola oil cooking spray
1 egg, lightly beaten
Directions
Preheat oven to 350F. Place cornbread cubes in large bowl and set aside.
In small nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium to high heat, crumbling and stirring until brown and cooked through. Drain well and set aside.
In large nonstick skillet, heat canola oil over medium heat. Stir in onions, celery and carrot; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute longer, but don't allow garlic to brown. Stir in sausage, apricots, plums, thyme, sage, marjoram and 1/4 cup broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes. Remove from heat; pour vegetable mixture over cornbread. Add parsley and stir well. Season with salt and pepper. (Dressing may be prepared to this stage a day ahead and refrigerated, covered.)
Whisk together egg and remaining 3/4 cup broth and pour over cornbread mixture, tossing well. Spray 2-quart baking dish with canola oil cooking spray (use larger baking dish if not reserving dressing for Turkey Roulade) and transfer all but 1 1/2 cups of dressing to baking dish. Cover dish with foil and set aside.
After Turkey Roulade has been in oven 30 minutes, place covered baking dish of dressing in oven. After 15 minutes (or when internal temperature of roulade, measured with instant-read thermometer, is 155F), remove roulade from oven and remove foil from baking dish with dressing. Continue baking dressing for about 15 minutes or until top begins to brown.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Fat: 3.5 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 310 mg; Cholesterol: 30 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g
PORCINI MUSHROOM GRAVY
This recipe begins, “While it sounds luxuriously rich, this gravy is light on calories and fat so you can enjoy all of the flavour with none of the guilt.”
Recipe Yield: Yield: 2 cups; 8 servings. Serving size: 1/4 cup.
Source: Cheryl Forberg, R.D.
View online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/porcini-mushroom-gravy.
Ingredients
1/2 oz dried porcini mushrooms
2 Tbsp warm water
1 1/2 Tbsp canola oil
6 Tbsp white whole-wheat flour
2 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 tsp salt (optional)
1 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper or to taste
Directions
Soak mushrooms in warm water for 5 minutes.
In 2 quart saucepan, heat canola oil over medium heat. Whisk in flour until blended and continue stirring until roux is lightly browned and develops nutty aroma.
Whisk in broth, optional salt and onion powder. Bring to a gentle boil until just thickened, stirring. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat and season with pepper. Add softened mushrooms and any soaking liquid.
Puree gravy in food processor or food mill. Return mixture to saucepan. Heat just to a simmer.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 50; Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 115 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
BAJA TURKEY CHILI
Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servings
Source: NDOP
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baja-turkey-chili.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
2 quarts pulled or cooked turkey breast, chopped
50 ounces white kidney beans, rinsed and well drained
44 ounces white shoepeg corn, undrained
8 ounces green chilies, chopped
2 quarts turkey broth
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1 bunch fresh cilantro sprigs
As needed tortilla chips
Directions
In a medium stock pot, heat oil over medium heat.
Add onion and celery, cook and stir until vegetables are tender.
Stir in turkey, beans, corn, chilies, broth and cumin. Combine well.
Cover and cook about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
Serve 8 ounces per serving and garnish with cheese and cilantro.
Serve with tortilla chips, if desired (not included in nutritional information).
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 259; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 263 m; Cholesterol: 37 mg; Protein: 21 g; Carbohydrates: 29 g
GREEN BEANS WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
Book Title: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing
Ingredients
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon white-wine or rice-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pound green beans, stem ends trimmed
Directions
To prepare dressing: Heat a small dry skillet over medium-low heat.
Add poppy seeds and toast, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl (or jar) and let cool. Add oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, shallot, salt and pepper; whisk (or shake) until blended.
To prepare beans: Cook beans in a large pot of boiling water until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain. Warm the dressing in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beans and toss to coat.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 113; Fat: 8 g; Fiber: 4 g; Sodium: 104 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Fat
RAISIN-PUMPKIN MUFFINS
Recipe Yield: Serves: 12
Source: Equal
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/raisin-pumpkin-muffins.
Ingredients
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 egg
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon light molasses
2 teaspoons vanilla
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1/2 cup raisins
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Combine pumpkin, oil, egg, egg whites, molasses and vanilla. Stir in a combined flour, Equal, raisins, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt just until all ingredients are moistened. Spoon batter into muffin cups.
Bake in preheated 375F oven 18 to 20 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove muffins from pan and cool on wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 149; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 224 mg; Cholesterol: 18 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1-1/2 fat
TURKEY ROULADE
Recipe Yield: Yield: 8 servings. Serving size: 2 slices (4 ounces).
View online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/turkey-roulade.
Ingredients
1/2 boneless, skinless turkey breast, about 1-1/2 lb
1-1/2 cups Cornbread and Dried Fruit Dressing
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp marjoram
1/4 tsp thyme
1/4 tsp sage
1 Tbsp canola oil
Need: kitchen twine and plastic wrap
Directions
Preheat oven to 350F.
Place large piece of plastic wrap on countertop. Place turkey breast half on plastic and cover. Cover with additional plastic wrap. Using meat mallet, pound turkey to rectangle about 9-10 X 6 inches, about 1/4-inch thick.
Remove plastic wrap from top of turkey and spread dressing evenly lengthwise over surface, almost to edge. Roll turkey lengthwise. With kitchen twine, tie roulade lengthwise once and in several places across turkey. Discard plastic wrap.
In small bowl, mix together spices. Rub canola oil over all surfaces of roulade; rub spice blend evenly over roulade.
Place roulade in shallow roasting pan, then place in oven. Roast for 45 to 60 minutes or until internal temperature measured with an instant-read thermometer reads 155F.
Remove roulade from oven and let rest 15 minutes before carefully removing twine and slicing into 16 half-inch slices. Serve with Porcini Mushroom Gravy, Warm Apple and Cranberry Sauce and extra Cornbread and Dried Fruit Dressing.
Notes:
This elegant turkey entree with stuffing offers a unique presentation of America’s traditional holiday combination.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 140; Fat: 3.5 g; Saturated Fat: 0.5 g; Sodium: 150 mg; Cholesterol: 65 mg; Protein: 222 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
CORNBREAD AND DRIED FRUIT DRESSING
This recipe begins, “This colourful dressing has layers of flavour that allow for a delicious side dish on its own as well as blend well in the Turkey Roulade entree. Yield: 6 cups; enough for Turkey Roulade and 8 side dish servings. Serving size: 1/2 cup.”
Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 cups
Source: Cheryl Forberg, R.D.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cornbread-and-dried-fruit-dressing.
Ingredients
4 cups cornbread cubes, dried
4 oz lean Italian turkey sausage, casing removed
1 Tbsp canola oil
1 cup chopped yellow or white onions
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped carrot
1 small garlic clove, crushed
4 each dried apricots and pitted dried plums, coarsely chopped
1/2 tsp dried thyme
3/4 tsp dried sage
1/4 tsp dried marjoram
1 cup fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Canola oil cooking spray
1 egg, lightly beaten
Directions
Preheat oven to 350F. Place cornbread cubes in large bowl and set aside.
In small nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium to high heat, crumbling and stirring until brown and cooked through. Drain well and set aside.
In large nonstick skillet, heat canola oil over medium heat. Stir in onions, celery and carrot; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute longer, but don't allow garlic to brown. Stir in sausage, apricots, plums, thyme, sage, marjoram and 1/4 cup broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes. Remove from heat; pour vegetable mixture over cornbread. Add parsley and stir well. Season with salt and pepper. (Dressing may be prepared to this stage a day ahead and refrigerated, covered.)
Whisk together egg and remaining 3/4 cup broth and pour over cornbread mixture, tossing well. Spray 2-quart baking dish with canola oil cooking spray (use larger baking dish if not reserving dressing for Turkey Roulade) and transfer all but 1 1/2 cups of dressing to baking dish. Cover dish with foil and set aside.
After Turkey Roulade has been in oven 30 minutes, place covered baking dish of dressing in oven. After 15 minutes (or when internal temperature of roulade, measured with instant-read thermometer, is 155F), remove roulade from oven and remove foil from baking dish with dressing. Continue baking dressing for about 15 minutes or until top begins to brown.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Fat: 3.5 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 310 mg; Cholesterol: 30 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g
PORCINI MUSHROOM GRAVY
This recipe begins, “While it sounds luxuriously rich, this gravy is light on calories and fat so you can enjoy all of the flavour with none of the guilt.”
Recipe Yield: Yield: 2 cups; 8 servings. Serving size: 1/4 cup.
Source: Cheryl Forberg, R.D.
View online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/porcini-mushroom-gravy.
Ingredients
1/2 oz dried porcini mushrooms
2 Tbsp warm water
1 1/2 Tbsp canola oil
6 Tbsp white whole-wheat flour
2 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 tsp salt (optional)
1 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper or to taste
Directions
Soak mushrooms in warm water for 5 minutes.
In 2 quart saucepan, heat canola oil over medium heat. Whisk in flour until blended and continue stirring until roux is lightly browned and develops nutty aroma.
Whisk in broth, optional salt and onion powder. Bring to a gentle boil until just thickened, stirring. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat and season with pepper. Add softened mushrooms and any soaking liquid.
Puree gravy in food processor or food mill. Return mixture to saucepan. Heat just to a simmer.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 50; Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 115 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
BAJA TURKEY CHILI
Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servings
Source: NDOP
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baja-turkey-chili.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
2 quarts pulled or cooked turkey breast, chopped
50 ounces white kidney beans, rinsed and well drained
44 ounces white shoepeg corn, undrained
8 ounces green chilies, chopped
2 quarts turkey broth
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1 bunch fresh cilantro sprigs
As needed tortilla chips
Directions
In a medium stock pot, heat oil over medium heat.
Add onion and celery, cook and stir until vegetables are tender.
Stir in turkey, beans, corn, chilies, broth and cumin. Combine well.
Cover and cook about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
Serve 8 ounces per serving and garnish with cheese and cilantro.
Serve with tortilla chips, if desired (not included in nutritional information).
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 259; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 263 m; Cholesterol: 37 mg; Protein: 21 g; Carbohydrates: 29 g
GREEN BEANS WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
Book Title: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing
Ingredients
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon white-wine or rice-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pound green beans, stem ends trimmed
Directions
To prepare dressing: Heat a small dry skillet over medium-low heat.
Add poppy seeds and toast, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl (or jar) and let cool. Add oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, shallot, salt and pepper; whisk (or shake) until blended.
To prepare beans: Cook beans in a large pot of boiling water until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain. Warm the dressing in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beans and toss to coat.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 113; Fat: 8 g; Fiber: 4 g; Sodium: 104 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Fat
RAISIN-PUMPKIN MUFFINS
Recipe Yield: Serves: 12
Source: Equal
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/raisin-pumpkin-muffins.
Ingredients
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 egg
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon light molasses
2 teaspoons vanilla
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1/2 cup raisins
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Combine pumpkin, oil, egg, egg whites, molasses and vanilla. Stir in a combined flour, Equal, raisins, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt just until all ingredients are moistened. Spoon batter into muffin cups.
Bake in preheated 375F oven 18 to 20 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove muffins from pan and cool on wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 149; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 224 mg; Cholesterol: 18 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1-1/2 fat
Meatless Monday
It's time for another Meatless Monday. Here are six yummy recipes to help you through the day, as well as any holiday sides, including Roasted Baby Eggplant and Tomatoes and Baked Vanilla Custard. Enjoy!
SUGAR SNAP PEAS AND CARROTS
Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings.
Source: AICR
Recipe and image appear courtesy of American Institute for Cancer Research.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/sugar-snap-peas-and-carrots.
Ingredients
1 tsp. canola oil
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tsp. grated or minced ginger
8 oz. sugar snap peas
3 baby carrots, cut lengthwise in 8 strips
3 Tbsp. vegetable broth, or water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 large basil leaves, cut crosswise in thin strips
Directions
Heat oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Saute garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add peas and carrots to the pan, stirring to coat them with oil. Add broth or water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until peas are tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix in basil and serve.
Notes:
Additional Info: 2 g. dietary fiber
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 47; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 109 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Vegetable
ROASTED BABY EGGPLANT AND TOMATOES
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Source: Great Healthy Food - Diabetes
Book Title: Great Healthy Food - Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/roasted-baby-eggplant-and-tomatoes.
Ingredients
4 baby eggplant, stalks trimmed
8 small plum tomatoes, pierced once
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Cut the baby eggplants into quarters lengthwise.
Put them into an open ovenproof dish with the tomatoes and drizzle them with the balsamic vinegar. Season, then roast in the oven for 1 hour.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 56; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 14 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable
SUGAR FREE BLUEBERRY MUFFINS
Recipe Yield: Yield: 12 muffinsServing size: 1 muffin
Source: Splenda
Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.
This recipe begins, “Blueberry-filled muffins that have a cake-like texture.”
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/sugar-free-blueberry-muffins.
Ingredients
2 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup light margarine, softened
1 cup Splenda Essentials No Calorie Sweetener with Fiber, Granulated
1/4 cup honey
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed
Directions
Place oven rack in top 1/3 of oven.
Preheat oven to 400F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. Lightly spray liners with nonstick cooking spray.
Sift together flour, baking powder and salt, set aside.
Beat margarine at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add Splenda Essentials Granulated Sweetener and honey, beating until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Alternately add flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed until blended after each addition. Fold in blueberries.
Spoon batter evenly into paper lined muffin cups. Bake 20 to 22 minutes or until golden. Remove from pan immediately and cool on wire rack.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 280 mg; Cholesterol: 35 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g; Sugars: 8 g
MARINATED ARTICHOKE APPETIZERS
Yield: 24 appetizers
Serving Size: 1 appetizer
Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
Book Info: http://diabeticgourment.com/book_archive/details/60.shtml
View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/776.shtml
Ingredients
24 marinated artichoke quarters, drained
24 cherry or grape tomatoes
8-ounce block reduced-fat white cheddar or Swiss cheese, cut into 24 cubes
Directions
Skewer one artichoke piece, tomato, and cheese cube onto a toothpick. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 37; Protein: 3g; Sodium: 92mg; Cholesterol: 5mg; Fat: 2.1g; Saturated Fat: 0.6g; Carbohydrates: 1.8g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/3 Medium-Fat Meat, 1/3 Vegetable
BAKED VANILLA CUSTARD
This recipe begins, “Traditional baked custard with half the calories. Made with Equal and reduced-fat milk, all the great flavor is still there. Garnished with fresh fruit and mint it looks good, too.”
Recipe Yield: Yield: 10 servings
Source: Equal ®
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baked-vanilla-custard.
Ingredients
1 quart 2% milk
6 eggs
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons Equal® Spoonful*
2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
Sliced fresh fruit (optional)
Fresh mint (optional)
* May substitute 27 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Heat milk just to boiling in medium saucepan. Let cool 5 minutes.
Beat eggs, Equal, vanilla and salt in large bowl until smooth. Gradually beat in hot milk.
Pour mixture into ten 6-ounce custard cups or 1-1/2 quart glass casserole. Place custard cups or casserole in roasting pan. Pour 1 inch of hot water into roasting pan.
Bake, uncovered, in preheated 325F oven 50 to 60 minutes or until sharp knife inserted halfway between center and edge of custard comes out clean.
Remove custard cups or casserole from roasting pan. Cool completely on wire rack.
Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.
Serve garnished with sliced fresh fruit and mint, if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 90; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 124 mg; Cholesterol: 135 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 milk, 1/2 lean meat
LEMON BASIL PESTO WITH FRESH VEGETABLES
Yield: Makes 8 servings.
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/914.shtml
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups packed basil leaves
1/2 cup packed baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup walnuts
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated Asiago cheese
2 Tbsp. soft silken tofu
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 3/4" strips
1 pint small cherry tomatoes
Directions
In food processor, pulse basil and spinach until finely chopped. Add nuts and cheese. Whirl until nuts are finely chopped. Add tofu, salt and pepper.
With motor running, drizzle in oil. Add lemon zest and whirl to blend. Cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Makes 1 cup pesto.
To serve, scoop pesto into serving bowl. Set bowl in center of a plate and arrange pepper strips and tomatoes around it. Provide toothpicks so tomatoes can be neatly dipped.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 140; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 180 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g
SUGAR SNAP PEAS AND CARROTS
Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings.
Source: AICR
Recipe and image appear courtesy of American Institute for Cancer Research.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/sugar-snap-peas-and-carrots.
Ingredients
1 tsp. canola oil
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tsp. grated or minced ginger
8 oz. sugar snap peas
3 baby carrots, cut lengthwise in 8 strips
3 Tbsp. vegetable broth, or water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 large basil leaves, cut crosswise in thin strips
Directions
Heat oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Saute garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add peas and carrots to the pan, stirring to coat them with oil. Add broth or water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until peas are tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix in basil and serve.
Notes:
Additional Info: 2 g. dietary fiber
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 47; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 109 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Vegetable
ROASTED BABY EGGPLANT AND TOMATOES
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings
Source: Great Healthy Food - Diabetes
Book Title: Great Healthy Food - Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/roasted-baby-eggplant-and-tomatoes.
Ingredients
4 baby eggplant, stalks trimmed
8 small plum tomatoes, pierced once
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Cut the baby eggplants into quarters lengthwise.
Put them into an open ovenproof dish with the tomatoes and drizzle them with the balsamic vinegar. Season, then roast in the oven for 1 hour.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 56; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 14 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable
SUGAR FREE BLUEBERRY MUFFINS
Recipe Yield: Yield: 12 muffinsServing size: 1 muffin
Source: Splenda
Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.
This recipe begins, “Blueberry-filled muffins that have a cake-like texture.”
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/sugar-free-blueberry-muffins.
Ingredients
2 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup light margarine, softened
1 cup Splenda Essentials No Calorie Sweetener with Fiber, Granulated
1/4 cup honey
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed
Directions
Place oven rack in top 1/3 of oven.
Preheat oven to 400F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. Lightly spray liners with nonstick cooking spray.
Sift together flour, baking powder and salt, set aside.
Beat margarine at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add Splenda Essentials Granulated Sweetener and honey, beating until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Alternately add flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed until blended after each addition. Fold in blueberries.
Spoon batter evenly into paper lined muffin cups. Bake 20 to 22 minutes or until golden. Remove from pan immediately and cool on wire rack.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 280 mg; Cholesterol: 35 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g; Sugars: 8 g
MARINATED ARTICHOKE APPETIZERS
Yield: 24 appetizers
Serving Size: 1 appetizer
Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
Book Info: http://diabeticgourment.com/book_archive/details/60.shtml
View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/776.shtml
Ingredients
24 marinated artichoke quarters, drained
24 cherry or grape tomatoes
8-ounce block reduced-fat white cheddar or Swiss cheese, cut into 24 cubes
Directions
Skewer one artichoke piece, tomato, and cheese cube onto a toothpick. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 37; Protein: 3g; Sodium: 92mg; Cholesterol: 5mg; Fat: 2.1g; Saturated Fat: 0.6g; Carbohydrates: 1.8g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/3 Medium-Fat Meat, 1/3 Vegetable
BAKED VANILLA CUSTARD
This recipe begins, “Traditional baked custard with half the calories. Made with Equal and reduced-fat milk, all the great flavor is still there. Garnished with fresh fruit and mint it looks good, too.”
Recipe Yield: Yield: 10 servings
Source: Equal ®
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baked-vanilla-custard.
Ingredients
1 quart 2% milk
6 eggs
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons Equal® Spoonful*
2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
Sliced fresh fruit (optional)
Fresh mint (optional)
* May substitute 27 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Heat milk just to boiling in medium saucepan. Let cool 5 minutes.
Beat eggs, Equal, vanilla and salt in large bowl until smooth. Gradually beat in hot milk.
Pour mixture into ten 6-ounce custard cups or 1-1/2 quart glass casserole. Place custard cups or casserole in roasting pan. Pour 1 inch of hot water into roasting pan.
Bake, uncovered, in preheated 325F oven 50 to 60 minutes or until sharp knife inserted halfway between center and edge of custard comes out clean.
Remove custard cups or casserole from roasting pan. Cool completely on wire rack.
Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.
Serve garnished with sliced fresh fruit and mint, if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 90; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 124 mg; Cholesterol: 135 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 milk, 1/2 lean meat
LEMON BASIL PESTO WITH FRESH VEGETABLES
Yield: Makes 8 servings.
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/914.shtml
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups packed basil leaves
1/2 cup packed baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup walnuts
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated Asiago cheese
2 Tbsp. soft silken tofu
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 3/4" strips
1 pint small cherry tomatoes
Directions
In food processor, pulse basil and spinach until finely chopped. Add nuts and cheese. Whirl until nuts are finely chopped. Add tofu, salt and pepper.
With motor running, drizzle in oil. Add lemon zest and whirl to blend. Cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Makes 1 cup pesto.
To serve, scoop pesto into serving bowl. Set bowl in center of a plate and arrange pepper strips and tomatoes around it. Provide toothpicks so tomatoes can be neatly dipped.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 140; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 180 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g
Sunday, December 22, 2019
Cookies
I usually don't post on Sundays, but since we're close to Christmas, I decided to add a Sunday post here. And since cookies are wonderful for gift-giving (as well as bringing to cookie exchanges and work for sharing), I wanted to make sure to post cookies that everyone - including diabetics - can enjoy. Here are six cookie recipes, including Pumpkin Polka Dot Cookies and Chocolate Chip Meringue Crisps. Enjoy!
CINNAMON GINGER SPSICE COOKIES
Yield: 30 servings
Serving Size: 1 cookie
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Ingredients
6 tablespoons vegetable shortening
6 tablespoons margarine
1 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 large egg
1/4 cup molasses
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
Directions
Mix together shortening, margarine, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, egg and molasses in a large mixing bowl.
Sift dry ingredients together and add to shortening mixture. Mix thoroughly.
Chill dough in refrigerator until firm (approximately 2 hours).
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Form dough into 30 balls, approximately 1 level tablespoons each. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheet and pat down gently with fork making a criss-cross pattern.
Bake cookies in the center of the preheated 350 degrees F oven for 10-12 minutes. Do not overbake. Cookies will look chewy when they come out but will become crisp. Cool cookies on wire cooling rack.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 30 mg; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g
CHOCOLATE CHIP FUDGIE CUPS
This recipe begins, “This cookie has something for everyone. The crust is chocolate chip cookie dough; the filling is a rich brownie. They are a little more involved to make, but well worth the effort.”
Yield: makes 2 dozen
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Chocolate Chip Dough Ingredients:
1/3 cup stick butter, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful*
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Fudge Nut Filling Ingredients:
1 cup Equal Spoonful**
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1/3 cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
6 tablespoons stick butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
* May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Chocolate Chip Dough, beat 1/3 cup butter with electric mixer until fluffy. Beat in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Mix in 1/3 cup Equal* and brown sugar until combined.
Combine 1 cup flour, baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix into butter mixture.
Stir in chocolate chips. Form dough into circle about 1/2-inch thick. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze while preparing Fudge Nut Filling.
For Fudge Nut Filling, combine 1 cup Equal**, 3/4 cup flour, cocoa, nuts, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Beat applesauce, 6 tablespoons butter, 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Stir in combined flour mixture until well blended.
Remove Chocolate Chip Dough from freezer. Spread approximately 1 rounded tablespoonful of dough in each of 24 mini-muffin pans. Fill each with Fudge Nut Filling to top of cup.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 15 to 18 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool in muffin pans about 5 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 138; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 106 mg; Cholesterol: 41 mg; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Exchanges: 1 starch, 1-1/2 fat
CHOCOLATE CHIP MERINGUE CRISPS
Yield: 36 servings
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Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup Splenda Sugar Blend
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate morsels
Directions
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
Bake walnuts in a shallow pan, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until toasted. Set aside.
Beat egg whites and vanilla at high speed with an electric mixer until foamy.
Add Splenda Sugar Blend, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form; stir in walnuts and chocolate morsels.
Spoon rounded teaspoons of mixture on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Bake 15 minutes. Drop oven temperature to 200 degrees F.
Bake for one hour and 45 minutes. Cool slightly on cookie sheet. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight tin.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 35; Calories from Fat: 15; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 5 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 0.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g
CHOCOLATE CHERRY OATMEAL COOKIES
Yield: 4 Dozen Cookies
1 cookie per serving
Source: Equal
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1152.shtml
Ingredients
1-1/4 cups Equal Granulated*
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/3 cup pasteurized egg whites
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup nonfat milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
2-1/4 cups quick oats, uncooked
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate
Cooking spray
*May also substitute with 30 packets Equal Sweetener
Directions
Combine Equal, butter, brown sugar, egg whites, applesauce, milk and vanilla.
Mix with electric mixer until well blended. Stir in combined flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt.
Gradually mix in oats, cherries and chocolate until well combined.
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto lightly sprayed baking sheets.
Bake in a preheated 350F oven for 9 to 10 minutes, or until light golden in color.
Remove from baking sheet and cool completely on wire rack.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 63; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 54 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1/2 starch; 1/2 fat
PUMPKIN POLKA DOT COOKIES
Yield: Makes about 4 dozen. Serving size: 1 cookie
Source: Equal
Print Version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/879.shtml
This begins, “Chocolate chips enhance the flavor of the pumpkin and spices in these easy to make drop cookies. The hearty blend is perfectfor the end of the year holidays.”
Ingredients
1/2 cup stick butter, softened
1-1/4 cups Equal Spoonful*
3 tablespoons light molasses
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 egg
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
* May substitute 30 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Beat butter, Equal and molasses until well combined. Mix in pumpkin, egg and vanilla until blended. Gradually stir in combined flour, baking powder, spices, baking soda and salt until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips.
Drop by teaspoonfuls onto sprayed baking sheets. Bake in preheated 350F oven 11 to 13 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from baking sheet and cool completely on wire rack. Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 57; Protein: 1 g; Sodium: 51 mg; Cholesterol: 9 mg; Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g; Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat
GOLDEN PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES
Yield: 40 cookies
Serving size: 1 cookie
Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/787.shtml
Ingredients
1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour
3/4 cup oat flour
Sugar substitute equal to 1/4 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
2/3 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons margarine or butter
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup fat-free egg substitute
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine the flours, sugar substitute, baking soda, and baking powder in a bowl and stir to mix well. Set aside.
Combine the peanut butter, margarine, and brown sugar in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer to mix well. Beat in the egg substitute, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add the flour mixture to the peanut butter mixture and beat to mix well.
Shape level teaspoonfuls of the dough into balls and arrange 1-1/2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten each cookie to 1/4 -inch thickness by crisscrossing with the tines of a fork. Dip the tines of the fork lightly in sugar between each cookie if desired.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the bottoms of the cookies are golden brown. Remove the cookies and let sit for 2 minutes. Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 77; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 82 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 0.7 g; Dietary Fiber: 0.9 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate, 1 Fat
CINNAMON GINGER SPSICE COOKIES
Yield: 30 servings
Serving Size: 1 cookie
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Ingredients
6 tablespoons vegetable shortening
6 tablespoons margarine
1 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 large egg
1/4 cup molasses
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
Directions
Mix together shortening, margarine, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, egg and molasses in a large mixing bowl.
Sift dry ingredients together and add to shortening mixture. Mix thoroughly.
Chill dough in refrigerator until firm (approximately 2 hours).
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Form dough into 30 balls, approximately 1 level tablespoons each. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheet and pat down gently with fork making a criss-cross pattern.
Bake cookies in the center of the preheated 350 degrees F oven for 10-12 minutes. Do not overbake. Cookies will look chewy when they come out but will become crisp. Cool cookies on wire cooling rack.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 30 mg; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g
CHOCOLATE CHIP FUDGIE CUPS
This recipe begins, “This cookie has something for everyone. The crust is chocolate chip cookie dough; the filling is a rich brownie. They are a little more involved to make, but well worth the effort.”
Yield: makes 2 dozen
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Chocolate Chip Dough Ingredients:
1/3 cup stick butter, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful*
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Fudge Nut Filling Ingredients:
1 cup Equal Spoonful**
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1/3 cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
6 tablespoons stick butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
* May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Chocolate Chip Dough, beat 1/3 cup butter with electric mixer until fluffy. Beat in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Mix in 1/3 cup Equal* and brown sugar until combined.
Combine 1 cup flour, baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix into butter mixture.
Stir in chocolate chips. Form dough into circle about 1/2-inch thick. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze while preparing Fudge Nut Filling.
For Fudge Nut Filling, combine 1 cup Equal**, 3/4 cup flour, cocoa, nuts, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Beat applesauce, 6 tablespoons butter, 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla until blended. Stir in combined flour mixture until well blended.
Remove Chocolate Chip Dough from freezer. Spread approximately 1 rounded tablespoonful of dough in each of 24 mini-muffin pans. Fill each with Fudge Nut Filling to top of cup.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 15 to 18 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool in muffin pans about 5 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 138; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 106 mg; Cholesterol: 41 mg; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Exchanges: 1 starch, 1-1/2 fat
CHOCOLATE CHIP MERINGUE CRISPS
Yield: 36 servings
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Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup Splenda Sugar Blend
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate morsels
Directions
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
Bake walnuts in a shallow pan, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until toasted. Set aside.
Beat egg whites and vanilla at high speed with an electric mixer until foamy.
Add Splenda Sugar Blend, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form; stir in walnuts and chocolate morsels.
Spoon rounded teaspoons of mixture on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Bake 15 minutes. Drop oven temperature to 200 degrees F.
Bake for one hour and 45 minutes. Cool slightly on cookie sheet. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight tin.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 35; Calories from Fat: 15; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 5 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 0.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g
CHOCOLATE CHERRY OATMEAL COOKIES
Yield: 4 Dozen Cookies
1 cookie per serving
Source: Equal
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1152.shtml
Ingredients
1-1/4 cups Equal Granulated*
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/3 cup pasteurized egg whites
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup nonfat milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
2-1/4 cups quick oats, uncooked
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate
Cooking spray
*May also substitute with 30 packets Equal Sweetener
Directions
Combine Equal, butter, brown sugar, egg whites, applesauce, milk and vanilla.
Mix with electric mixer until well blended. Stir in combined flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt.
Gradually mix in oats, cherries and chocolate until well combined.
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto lightly sprayed baking sheets.
Bake in a preheated 350F oven for 9 to 10 minutes, or until light golden in color.
Remove from baking sheet and cool completely on wire rack.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 63; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 54 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1/2 starch; 1/2 fat
PUMPKIN POLKA DOT COOKIES
Yield: Makes about 4 dozen. Serving size: 1 cookie
Source: Equal
Print Version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/879.shtml
This begins, “Chocolate chips enhance the flavor of the pumpkin and spices in these easy to make drop cookies. The hearty blend is perfectfor the end of the year holidays.”
Ingredients
1/2 cup stick butter, softened
1-1/4 cups Equal Spoonful*
3 tablespoons light molasses
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 egg
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
* May substitute 30 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
Beat butter, Equal and molasses until well combined. Mix in pumpkin, egg and vanilla until blended. Gradually stir in combined flour, baking powder, spices, baking soda and salt until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips.
Drop by teaspoonfuls onto sprayed baking sheets. Bake in preheated 350F oven 11 to 13 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from baking sheet and cool completely on wire rack. Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 57; Protein: 1 g; Sodium: 51 mg; Cholesterol: 9 mg; Fat: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g; Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat
GOLDEN PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES
Yield: 40 cookies
Serving size: 1 cookie
Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/787.shtml
Ingredients
1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour
3/4 cup oat flour
Sugar substitute equal to 1/4 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
2/3 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons margarine or butter
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup fat-free egg substitute
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine the flours, sugar substitute, baking soda, and baking powder in a bowl and stir to mix well. Set aside.
Combine the peanut butter, margarine, and brown sugar in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer to mix well. Beat in the egg substitute, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add the flour mixture to the peanut butter mixture and beat to mix well.
Shape level teaspoonfuls of the dough into balls and arrange 1-1/2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten each cookie to 1/4 -inch thickness by crisscrossing with the tines of a fork. Dip the tines of the fork lightly in sugar between each cookie if desired.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the bottoms of the cookies are golden brown. Remove the cookies and let sit for 2 minutes. Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 77; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 82 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 0.7 g; Dietary Fiber: 0.9 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate, 1 Fat
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