Here are today's six recipes to help you through the day, including Quick and Easy Chicken Cacciatore and Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies. Enjoy!
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN CACCIATORE
This recipe begins, “Creating classic tastes doesn't have to be time consuming or difficult, as proven by this recipe. It combines the goodness of chicken with the timeless taste of tomatoes, all set off with traditional Italian spices.”
Recipe Yield: Yield: Makes 4 servings
View online : https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/quick-and-easy-chicken-cacciatore
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/quick-and-easy-chicken-cacciatore/print/
Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
1/2 lb. chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
1/2 lb. chicken thighs, skinless and boned
1 green bell pepper, cut into julienne strips
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1 (14 1/2 oz) can no added salt stewed tomatoes
1/4 cup water (may substitute low-sodium chicken broth or dry red cooking wine)
2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1/8 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
Directions
Coat large skillet with cooking spray. Preheat skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 6 minutes. Turn frequently to ensure consistent browning.
Add in pepper, onion and mushrooms and saute an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Stir in tomatoes, water (or broth or wine), Italian seasoning and black pepper. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, simmer, gently stirring occasionally, until chicken is tender and no longer pink, about 15 minutes.
Remove chicken from skillet, set aside and cover to keep moist and warm. Continue to simmer sauce, uncovered and stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until desired consistency.
Place chicken in a serving dish. Pour sauce over the top and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 190: Fat: 6 g; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 75 mg; Protein: 23 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g
TOMATO COCKTAIL
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
This can be viewed at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tomato-cocktail
Ingredients
3 cups tomato juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon celery seeds
1 rib celery
Directions
Combine the juice and seasonings. Chill. Slice the celery ribs into 4 sticks. Serve a celery stick as a "stirrer" in each tomato cocktail.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 37; Sodium: 774 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable
MEXICAN CHICKEN
Yield: 4 servings
This can be found online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/mexican-chicken
Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
Ingredients
2 cups deli fresh salsa
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 cup fat-free sour cream
1/4 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 package taco seasoning (or 1-2 teaspoons chili powder to reduce sodium)
Nonstick cooking spray
4 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a mixing bowl, mix together salsa, cilantro, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and taco seasoning.
Place chicken into a glass baking dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Pour sauce over chicken and bake 40-45 minutes, until the chicken registers 170 degrees F. on an instant read thermometer.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 250; Fat: 3 g; Cholesterol: 74 mg; Protein: 30 g; Carbohydrates: 24 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Carbohydrate, 4 Very Lean Meat
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES
This recipe begins, “You're just 5 ingredients and 20 minutes away from a decadent chocolate dessert.”
Makes 4 dozen cookies.
This is from Diabetic Connect, and can be viewe online here.
Ingredients
1 Pkg. devil's food cake mix
1 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup water
2 eggs
1 cup peanut butter chips
Directions
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease cookie sheets.
In a large bowl, combine cake mix, peanut butter, water and eggs. By hand, stir with spoon until dough is formed. Stir in chips.
Drop by rounded teaspoons 2 inches apart, on cookie sheets.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10 - 15 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute; remove, place on cooling rack and cool completely.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 1; Calories: 100; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrate: 10 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Fat: 5 g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Cholesterol: 9 mg; Sodium: 110 mg
FRESH PEACH MUFFINS
Yield: 12 muffins
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/fresh-peach-muffins
Ingredients
1 cup peeled, chopped fresh ripe peaches
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon mace
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, or 1/4 cup egg substitute
1/4 cup canola or corn oil
1 cup fat-free milk
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick pan spray or line the muffin cups with paper liners.
Combine the peaches and lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir to mix; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the flours, sugar, baking powder, mace, and salt; mix thoroughly.
Beat the egg, oil, and milk together in a small bowl. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until the flour is moistened.
Fold in the peaches. Divide batter among the muffin cups; each will be about 2/3 full.
Bake about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean. Remove the muffins from the pan immediately to avoid sticking.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 154; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 156 mg; Cholesterol: 18 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 1 Fat
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Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Monday, January 29, 2018
Meatless Monday
Enjoy!
VEGETARIAN CHILI WITH BROWN RICE
This is from Diabetes Self-Management.
Yield: 6 servings. Serving size: 1 1/4 cups.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 jalapeño pepper,* minced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups fat-free vegetable broth
1 can (about 14 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 cup no-salt-added canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
Directions
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell peppers, celery, jalapeño, and garlic; cook and stir 7 minutes.
Add broth, tomatoes, rice, beans, oregano, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Uncover; cook 10 minutes or until thickened.
Ladle chili into bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.
*Jalapeño peppers can sting and irritate the skin, so wear rubber gloves when handling peppers and do not touch your eyes.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 137 calories, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 5 mg, Sodium: 378 mg, Fiber: 5 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fat.
STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Recipe Yield: Makes 8 servings
Source: Jennie-O
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/strawberry-spinach-salad-with-buttermilk-dressing
Ingredients
2 cups sliced strawberries, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, cut into small cubes and divided
1/3 cup buttermilk
6 cups fresh spinach
1 small red onion, cut into thin rings
Directions
In blender container, combine 3/4 cup strawberries, cream cheese and buttermilk; process until smooth.
In large salad bowl, toss together spinach, onion and remaining 1-1/4 cups strawberries. Serve with dressing.
Notes:
Creamy buttermilk dressing pairs well with juicy, fresh strawberries and crisp spinach. A great choice for lunch or brunch.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 70; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 70 mg; Cholesterol: 15 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g; Sugars: 3 g
CHOCOLATE FILLED CAKE ROLL
Recipe Yield: 12 one-inch slice servings
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll
Ingredients
Cake:
5 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
3 packets of Sweet'n Low
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
Filling:
2 cups skim milk
1 package sugar-free chocolate instant pudding mix
Topping:
2 teaspoons sugar-free cocoa mix
Directions
Preheat oven to 400F.
Grease and line the bottom of a 10x15" jelly roll pan with waxed paper.
Beat eggs in a large bowl with electric mixer until fluffy.
Sprinkle sugar, Sweet'n Low and vanilla over eggs; continue beating for 2 minutes.
Sift flour, cornstarch, and baking powder together.
Sprinkle half the mixture over batter; fold in with spatula.
Repeat with remaining flour mixture.
Spread batter evenly in pan.
Bake on center rack in oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until cake is golden and springs back when lightly touched.
Arrange a towel on work surface and cover with aluminum foil.
Loosen edges of cake; unmold on foil.
Roll cake jelly roll style, using towel as a guide.
Leave cake rolled until it cools into jelly roll shape.
To make filling, blend milk with pudding mix according to package directions.
Refrigerate pudding until it thickens.
Unroll cake, spread evenly with pudding, and reroll.
Lightly sprinkle sugar-free cocoa over the top to decorate.
Cut into 1" slices and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 257; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 377 mg; Cholesterol: 89 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 4 Low-Fat Meat; 1 Vegetable
ORANGE CRANBERRY BREAD
Recipe Yield: Yield: 1 loaf (18 slices)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/orange-cranberry-bread
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium orange
2 teaspoons margarine, melted
1 large egg, beaten, or 1/4 cup egg substitute
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut aluminum foil to fit the bottom of a 9x5-inch loaf pan and spray the sides of the pan with nonstick pan spray.
Sift the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.
Grate the zest from the orange and set aside. Cut the orange in half and squeeze the juice into a measuring cup. Add the grated zest and melted margarine to the juice and add enough hot water to make 1 cup.
Stir the liquids into the dry ingredients. Add the egg, vanilla, cranberries, and walnuts; stir to mix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the top of the loaf comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a wire rack.
If time permits, let stand overnight for easy slicing. Cut the loaf into 18 slices.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 109 mg; Cholesterol: 12 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1/2 Fat
MOCK MASHED POTATOES
According to the recipe, “For comparison, a cup of home-prepared mashed potatoes, made with whole milk & butter, would provide approximately 237 calories, 9 grams fat, 699mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate, 3g sugars and 4g protein.”
Makes 4 servings.
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/articles/replacing-potatoes-mashed-cauliflower-as-a-comfort-food-favorite/
Ingredients
1 medium cauliflower
4 green onions, sliced, including half green stems
2-4 cloves garlic
1/4-1/2 cup unsweetened plain almond milk
4 tsp. extra virgin live oil, divided
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. chopped chives
Directions
Place cauliflower, onions and garlic in steamer basket and steam for 10-12 minutes or until very tender.
Place cooked cauliflower, onions and garlic in blender or food processer.
Add 1/4 cup almond milk and 2 teaspoons olive oil. Blend until desired consistency.
For creamier consistency add more milk in 1 tablespoon increments.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Transfer to serving bowl.
Drizzle with remaining oil and garnish with chives. Serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: 87 calories; 5 g total fat; Less than 1 g saturated fat; 10 g carbohydrate; 3 g protein; 4 g dietary fiber; 61 mg sodium
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
VEGETARIAN CHILI WITH BROWN RICE
This is from Diabetes Self-Management.
Yield: 6 servings. Serving size: 1 1/4 cups.
To view this online, click here.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 jalapeño pepper,* minced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups fat-free vegetable broth
1 can (about 14 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 cup no-salt-added canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
Directions
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell peppers, celery, jalapeño, and garlic; cook and stir 7 minutes.
Add broth, tomatoes, rice, beans, oregano, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Uncover; cook 10 minutes or until thickened.
Ladle chili into bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.
*Jalapeño peppers can sting and irritate the skin, so wear rubber gloves when handling peppers and do not touch your eyes.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 137 calories, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 5 mg, Sodium: 378 mg, Fiber: 5 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fat.
STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Recipe Yield: Makes 8 servings
Source: Jennie-O
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/strawberry-spinach-salad-with-buttermilk-dressing
Ingredients
2 cups sliced strawberries, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, cut into small cubes and divided
1/3 cup buttermilk
6 cups fresh spinach
1 small red onion, cut into thin rings
Directions
In blender container, combine 3/4 cup strawberries, cream cheese and buttermilk; process until smooth.
In large salad bowl, toss together spinach, onion and remaining 1-1/4 cups strawberries. Serve with dressing.
Notes:
Creamy buttermilk dressing pairs well with juicy, fresh strawberries and crisp spinach. A great choice for lunch or brunch.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 70; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 70 mg; Cholesterol: 15 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g; Sugars: 3 g
CHOCOLATE FILLED CAKE ROLL
Recipe Yield: 12 one-inch slice servings
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll
Ingredients
Cake:
5 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
3 packets of Sweet'n Low
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
Filling:
2 cups skim milk
1 package sugar-free chocolate instant pudding mix
Topping:
2 teaspoons sugar-free cocoa mix
Directions
Preheat oven to 400F.
Grease and line the bottom of a 10x15" jelly roll pan with waxed paper.
Beat eggs in a large bowl with electric mixer until fluffy.
Sprinkle sugar, Sweet'n Low and vanilla over eggs; continue beating for 2 minutes.
Sift flour, cornstarch, and baking powder together.
Sprinkle half the mixture over batter; fold in with spatula.
Repeat with remaining flour mixture.
Spread batter evenly in pan.
Bake on center rack in oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until cake is golden and springs back when lightly touched.
Arrange a towel on work surface and cover with aluminum foil.
Loosen edges of cake; unmold on foil.
Roll cake jelly roll style, using towel as a guide.
Leave cake rolled until it cools into jelly roll shape.
To make filling, blend milk with pudding mix according to package directions.
Refrigerate pudding until it thickens.
Unroll cake, spread evenly with pudding, and reroll.
Lightly sprinkle sugar-free cocoa over the top to decorate.
Cut into 1" slices and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 257; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 377 mg; Cholesterol: 89 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 4 Low-Fat Meat; 1 Vegetable
ORANGE CRANBERRY BREAD
Recipe Yield: Yield: 1 loaf (18 slices)
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/orange-cranberry-bread
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium orange
2 teaspoons margarine, melted
1 large egg, beaten, or 1/4 cup egg substitute
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut aluminum foil to fit the bottom of a 9x5-inch loaf pan and spray the sides of the pan with nonstick pan spray.
Sift the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.
Grate the zest from the orange and set aside. Cut the orange in half and squeeze the juice into a measuring cup. Add the grated zest and melted margarine to the juice and add enough hot water to make 1 cup.
Stir the liquids into the dry ingredients. Add the egg, vanilla, cranberries, and walnuts; stir to mix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the top of the loaf comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a wire rack.
If time permits, let stand overnight for easy slicing. Cut the loaf into 18 slices.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 109 mg; Cholesterol: 12 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1/2 Fat
MOCK MASHED POTATOES
According to the recipe, “For comparison, a cup of home-prepared mashed potatoes, made with whole milk & butter, would provide approximately 237 calories, 9 grams fat, 699mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate, 3g sugars and 4g protein.”
Makes 4 servings.
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/articles/replacing-potatoes-mashed-cauliflower-as-a-comfort-food-favorite/
Ingredients
1 medium cauliflower
4 green onions, sliced, including half green stems
2-4 cloves garlic
1/4-1/2 cup unsweetened plain almond milk
4 tsp. extra virgin live oil, divided
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. chopped chives
Directions
Place cauliflower, onions and garlic in steamer basket and steam for 10-12 minutes or until very tender.
Place cooked cauliflower, onions and garlic in blender or food processer.
Add 1/4 cup almond milk and 2 teaspoons olive oil. Blend until desired consistency.
For creamier consistency add more milk in 1 tablespoon increments.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Transfer to serving bowl.
Drizzle with remaining oil and garnish with chives. Serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: 87 calories; 5 g total fat; Less than 1 g saturated fat; 10 g carbohydrate; 3 g protein; 4 g dietary fiber; 61 mg sodium
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
Monday, December 18, 2017
Meatless Monday
It's another Meatless Monday, time to try six meatless recipes, including Green Beans with Poppy Seed Dressing and Orange Cranberry Cookies. Enjoy!
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
GREEN BEANS WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Recipe Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing/print/
Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
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
TABBOULEH (CRACKED WHEAT SALAD)
Recipe Yield: Yield: 3 cups (6 servings)
Find this at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tabbouleh-cracked-wheat-salad
Ingredients
1/2 cup finely cut bulgur
1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 fresh tomato, cored, seeded, and chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons canola or corn oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions
Soak the bulgur in 1 cup water for 1/2 hour. Drain well. Place the bulgur in a large bowl and add the vegetables; mix well.
Combine the lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the salad; toss lightly to coat the ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 122; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 206 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Fat
TOMATO COCKTAIL
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
This can be viewed at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tomato-cocktail
Ingredients
3 cups tomato juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon celery seeds
1 rib celery
Directions
Combine the juice and seasonings. Chill. Slice the celery ribs into 4 sticks. Serve a celery stick as a "stirrer" in each tomato cocktail.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 37; Sodium: 774 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable
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
FRESH PEACH MUFFINS
Yield: 12 muffins
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/fresh-peach-muffins
Ingredients
1 cup peeled, chopped fresh ripe peaches
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon mace
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, or 1/4 cup egg substitute
1/4 cup canola or corn oil
1 cup fat-free milk
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick pan spray or line the muffin cups with paper liners.
Combine the peaches and lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir to mix; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the flours, sugar, baking powder, mace, and salt; mix thoroughly.
Beat the egg, oil, and milk together in a small bowl. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until the flour is moistened.
Fold in the peaches. Divide batter among the muffin cups; each will be about 2/3 full.
Bake about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean. Remove the muffins from the pan immediately to avoid sticking.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 154; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 156 mg; Cholesterol: 18 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 1 Fat
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
GREEN BEANS WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Recipe Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing/print/
Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
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
TABBOULEH (CRACKED WHEAT SALAD)
Recipe Yield: Yield: 3 cups (6 servings)
Find this at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tabbouleh-cracked-wheat-salad
Ingredients
1/2 cup finely cut bulgur
1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 fresh tomato, cored, seeded, and chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons canola or corn oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions
Soak the bulgur in 1 cup water for 1/2 hour. Drain well. Place the bulgur in a large bowl and add the vegetables; mix well.
Combine the lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the salad; toss lightly to coat the ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 122; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 206 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Fat
TOMATO COCKTAIL
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
This can be viewed at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tomato-cocktail
Ingredients
3 cups tomato juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon celery seeds
1 rib celery
Directions
Combine the juice and seasonings. Chill. Slice the celery ribs into 4 sticks. Serve a celery stick as a "stirrer" in each tomato cocktail.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 37; Sodium: 774 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable
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
FRESH PEACH MUFFINS
Yield: 12 muffins
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/fresh-peach-muffins
Ingredients
1 cup peeled, chopped fresh ripe peaches
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon mace
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, or 1/4 cup egg substitute
1/4 cup canola or corn oil
1 cup fat-free milk
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick pan spray or line the muffin cups with paper liners.
Combine the peaches and lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir to mix; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the flours, sugar, baking powder, mace, and salt; mix thoroughly.
Beat the egg, oil, and milk together in a small bowl. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until the flour is moistened.
Fold in the peaches. Divide batter among the muffin cups; each will be about 2/3 full.
Bake about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean. Remove the muffins from the pan immediately to avoid sticking.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 154; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 156 mg; Cholesterol: 18 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 1 Fat
Monday, November 27, 2017
Meatless Monday
Here's to another Meatless Monday. Any of these six recipes would be a welcome addition to your Thanksgiving meal, including Green Beans with Poppy Seed Dressing and Fresh Fruit Clafouti. Enjoy!
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
SPICY PUMPKIN SOUP WITH GREEN CHILE SWIRL
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/soups-stews/spicy-pumpkin-soup-with-green-chile-swirl/
Ingredients
1 can (4 ounces) diced mild green chiles
1/4 cup light sour cream, plus additional for garnish
1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 can (about 14 ounces) fat-free reduced-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)
Directions
Combine chiles, 1/4 cup sour cream, and cilantro in food processor or blender; process until smooth.*
Combine pumpkin, broth, water, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and red pepper, if desired, in medium saucepan; stir in 1/4 cup green chile mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Ladle soup into four serving bowls; top each serving with small dollops of remaining green chile mixture and additional sour cream, if desired. Run tip of spoon through dollops to swirl.
*Note. Or omit food processor step by adding green chiles directly to soup. Finely chop cilantro and combine with sour cream. Dollop soup with sour cream-cilantro mixture as directed.
Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 bowl soup (1/4 of total recipe) without additional sour cream.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 72 calories, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 5 mg, Sodium: 276 mg, Fiber: 4 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch.
GREEN BEANS WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Recipe Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing/print/
Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
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
TABBOULEH (CRACKED WHEAT SALAD)
Recipe Yield: Yield: 3 cups (6 servings)
Find this at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tabbouleh-cracked-wheat-salad
Ingredients
1/2 cup finely cut bulgur
1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 fresh tomato, cored, seeded, and chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons canola or corn oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions
Soak the bulgur in 1 cup water for 1/2 hour. Drain well. Place the bulgur in a large bowl and add the vegetables; mix well.
Combine the lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the salad; toss lightly to coat the ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 122; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 206 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Fat
TANGY LEMON SQUARES
This recipe begins, “These bars are tangy and rich in flavor, but not in fat, carbs or calories. No need to feel guilty after eating one!”
Yield: 16 servings
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-lemon-squares Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-lemon-squares/print/
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold stick butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teapoon vanilla
Filling Ingredients:
2 eggs
3/4 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons stick butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
*May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 18 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, combine flour, 1/3 cup Equal and salt in medium bowl.
Cut in 6 tablespoons butter with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon lemon peel and vanilla. Mix with hands to form dough.
Press dough evenly on bottom and 1/4-inch up sides of 8-inch square baking pan.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool on wire rack.
For Filling, beat eggs and 3/4 cup Equal. Mix in lemon juice, 4 tablespoons melted butter and 1 tablespoon lemon peel. Pour mixture into baked pastry.
Bake about 15 minutes or until filling is set.
Cool completely on wire rack. Cut into squares.
Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 95; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 30 mg; Cholesterol: 45 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat
FRESH FRUIT CLAFOUTI
Recipe Yield: Yield: 1 Cake (6 servings)
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/fresh-fruit-clafouti
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups slice ripe nectarines, plums, peaches, or pitted cherries (about 10 ounces cut fruit)
2/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 large egg, beaten, or 1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, preferably freshly grated
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sifted powdered sugar
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare an 8-inch glass pie plate with non-stick pan spray. Layer the fruit in the pie plate.
Combine the milk, egg, flour, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and salt in a food processor. Process until smooth; pour over the fruit.
Bake 35 to 40 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature. At serving time, sprinkle with powdered sugar and cut into 6 slices.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 92; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 92 mg; Cholesterol: 36 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Other Carbohydrate
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
SPICY PUMPKIN SOUP WITH GREEN CHILE SWIRL
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/soups-stews/spicy-pumpkin-soup-with-green-chile-swirl/
Ingredients
1 can (4 ounces) diced mild green chiles
1/4 cup light sour cream, plus additional for garnish
1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 can (about 14 ounces) fat-free reduced-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)
Directions
Combine chiles, 1/4 cup sour cream, and cilantro in food processor or blender; process until smooth.*
Combine pumpkin, broth, water, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and red pepper, if desired, in medium saucepan; stir in 1/4 cup green chile mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Ladle soup into four serving bowls; top each serving with small dollops of remaining green chile mixture and additional sour cream, if desired. Run tip of spoon through dollops to swirl.
*Note. Or omit food processor step by adding green chiles directly to soup. Finely chop cilantro and combine with sour cream. Dollop soup with sour cream-cilantro mixture as directed.
Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 bowl soup (1/4 of total recipe) without additional sour cream.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 72 calories, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 5 mg, Sodium: 276 mg, Fiber: 4 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch.
GREEN BEANS WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Recipe Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/green-beans-with-poppy-seed-dressing/print/
Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook
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
TABBOULEH (CRACKED WHEAT SALAD)
Recipe Yield: Yield: 3 cups (6 servings)
Find this at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tabbouleh-cracked-wheat-salad
Ingredients
1/2 cup finely cut bulgur
1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 fresh tomato, cored, seeded, and chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons canola or corn oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions
Soak the bulgur in 1 cup water for 1/2 hour. Drain well. Place the bulgur in a large bowl and add the vegetables; mix well.
Combine the lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the salad; toss lightly to coat the ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 122; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 206 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Fat
TANGY LEMON SQUARES
This recipe begins, “These bars are tangy and rich in flavor, but not in fat, carbs or calories. No need to feel guilty after eating one!”
Yield: 16 servings
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-lemon-squares Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-lemon-squares/print/
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold stick butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teapoon vanilla
Filling Ingredients:
2 eggs
3/4 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons stick butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
*May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 18 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, combine flour, 1/3 cup Equal and salt in medium bowl.
Cut in 6 tablespoons butter with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon lemon peel and vanilla. Mix with hands to form dough.
Press dough evenly on bottom and 1/4-inch up sides of 8-inch square baking pan.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool on wire rack.
For Filling, beat eggs and 3/4 cup Equal. Mix in lemon juice, 4 tablespoons melted butter and 1 tablespoon lemon peel. Pour mixture into baked pastry.
Bake about 15 minutes or until filling is set.
Cool completely on wire rack. Cut into squares.
Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 95; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 30 mg; Cholesterol: 45 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat
FRESH FRUIT CLAFOUTI
Recipe Yield: Yield: 1 Cake (6 servings)
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/fresh-fruit-clafouti
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups slice ripe nectarines, plums, peaches, or pitted cherries (about 10 ounces cut fruit)
2/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 large egg, beaten, or 1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, preferably freshly grated
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sifted powdered sugar
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare an 8-inch glass pie plate with non-stick pan spray. Layer the fruit in the pie plate.
Combine the milk, egg, flour, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and salt in a food processor. Process until smooth; pour over the fruit.
Bake 35 to 40 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature. At serving time, sprinkle with powdered sugar and cut into 6 slices.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 92; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 92 mg; Cholesterol: 36 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Other Carbohydrate
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Wednesday Recipes
It's half-way through the work week. (Yay!) Here are six yummy recipes to help you through the day, including Grilled Turkey Portabella Mushrooms and Vegetable Kebabs and Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash. Enjoy!
BOMBAY CHICKEN
Prep Time: 15 Minutes - Cost: $
Servings: 5 - Difficulty Level: 2
Source: The Diabetic Newsletter
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/10.shtml
Ingredients
1 teaspoon reduced-calorie margarine
1 teaspoon chicken-flavored bouillon, granules
1/4 cup chopped almonds
2 teaspoons curry powder, divided
1 cup boiling water
1 cup diced, unpeeled apple
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup chopped, cooked chicken
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Directions
Melt margarine in a large skillet over medium heat; add almonds.
Cook 10 minutes or until almonds are golden brown; stirring frequently.
Sprinkle almonds with 1 teaspoon curry powder, toss lightly to coat, and cook for another minute or two.
Remove almonds to a plate lined with paper towels; let drain.
Add apple, onion, and mushrooms to skillet and saute 5 minutes.
Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon curry powder and flour.
Cook over low heat 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Dissolve bouillon granules in boiling water and add to skillet with milk and lemon juice.
Cook over low heat 5 minutes or until smooth and thickened, stirring constantly.
Add chicken and continue to cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 116; Protein: 8 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 38 mg; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Exchanges: 1 Medium-Fat Meat
GRILLED TURKEY, PORTABELLA MUSHROOMS AND VEGETABLE KEBABS
Recipe Yield: 4 servings
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-turkey-portabella-mushrooms-and-vegetable-kebabs
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-turkey-portabella-mushrooms-and-vegetable-kebabs/print/
Ingredients
1-1/2 to 2 pounds turkey thighs, skinned, boned & cut into 1-inch cubes
2 whole portabella mushrooms, stemmed & quartered
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 medium red bell pepper, seeded & cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small yellow squash, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
1 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
Directions
Place turkey cubes and mushroom quarters in a large, self-closing, food-safe plastic bag.
In small bowl, combine green onions, oil, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, rosemary and tarragon. Pour over turkey and mushrooms. Seal bag and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
Spray grill rack with nonstick vegetable oil spray. Prepare grill for direct heat cooking.
Drain turkey and mushrooms from marinade and discard marinade.
On 10 or 12-inch skewers, alternating ingredients, arrange drained turkey cubes, mushrooms, bell pepper, yellow squash and zucchini.
Grill over medium flame or coals 10 to 12 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink in center, turning once. Cook thighs to an internal temperature of 170 degrees F.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 320 Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 3 g; Sodium: 150 mg; Cholesterol: 130 mg; Protein: 49 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g; Sugars: 3 g
VEGETABLE BEEF BARLEY SOUP
Yield: 4 Servings
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/vegetable-beef-barley-soup
Ingredients
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons crushed garlic
1 medium onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 cups sliced mushrooms
3-1/2 cups beef stock
1/3 cup barley
2 small potatoes, peeled and diced
4 oz. stewing beef, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
In large non-stick saucepan, heat oil; saute garlic, onion, celery, carrots and mushrooms until tender, approximately 10 minutes.
Add stock, barley, potatoes and beef; cover, reduce heat and simmer approximately 50 minutes or until barley and potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 208; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 1009 mg; Cholesterol: 13 mg; Protein: 11 g; Carbohydrates: 31 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Medium Fat Meat, 1/2 Fat
SAUSAGE, BARLEY, AND SPINACH STUFFED MUSHROOMS
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/sausage-barley-and-spinach-stuffed-mushrooms/.
Ingredients
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 links (8 ounces) hot or mild turkey Italian sausage*
3 cups packed baby spinach leaves
4 large portobello mushroom caps, stems removed
Olive oil cooking spray
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 450°F. In medium saucepan combine barley and broth; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 12 to 14 minutes or until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Meanwhile, remove sausage from casings; cook in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Drain fat. Add spinach to skillet, turning until spinach wilts. Stir mixture into cooked barley.
Remove and discard gills from undersides of mushroom caps. Place caps, rounded sides up, on foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray; coat tops lightly with cooking spray. Bake 5 minutes or until hot. Turn caps over; spoon about 1/2 cup barley mixture evenly into caps and top with cheese. Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until stuffing is heated through and mushrooms are tender.
*You may substitute with turkey breakfast sausage links.
Note: Barley is a whole grain rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber. It also contains vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals. Experts recommend eating at least 3 servings of whole grains every day.
Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 mushroom with 1/2 cup mixture per serving.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 234 calories, Carbohydrates: 26 g, Protein: 18 g, Fat: 8 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 43 mg, Sodium: 490 mg, Fiber: 5 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 2 Vegetable, 2 Meat.
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
TANGY LEMON SQUARES
This recipe begins, “These bars are tangy and rich in flavor, but not in fat, carbs or calories. No need to feel guilty after eating one!”
Yield: 16 servings
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-lemon-squares
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-lemon-squares/print/
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold stick butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teapoon vanilla
Filling Ingredients:
2 eggs
3/4 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons stick butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
*May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 18 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, combine flour, 1/3 cup Equal and salt in medium bowl.
Cut in 6 tablespoons butter with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon lemon peel and vanilla. Mix with hands to form dough.
Press dough evenly on bottom and 1/4-inch up sides of 8-inch square baking pan.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool on wire rack.
For Filling, beat eggs and 3/4 cup Equal. Mix in lemon juice, 4 tablespoons melted butter and 1 tablespoon lemon peel. Pour mixture into baked pastry.
Bake about 15 minutes or until filling is set.
Cool completely on wire rack. Cut into squares.
Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 95; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 30 mg; Cholesterol: 45 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat
BOMBAY CHICKEN
Prep Time: 15 Minutes - Cost: $
Servings: 5 - Difficulty Level: 2
Source: The Diabetic Newsletter
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/10.shtml
Ingredients
1 teaspoon reduced-calorie margarine
1 teaspoon chicken-flavored bouillon, granules
1/4 cup chopped almonds
2 teaspoons curry powder, divided
1 cup boiling water
1 cup diced, unpeeled apple
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup chopped, cooked chicken
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Directions
Melt margarine in a large skillet over medium heat; add almonds.
Cook 10 minutes or until almonds are golden brown; stirring frequently.
Sprinkle almonds with 1 teaspoon curry powder, toss lightly to coat, and cook for another minute or two.
Remove almonds to a plate lined with paper towels; let drain.
Add apple, onion, and mushrooms to skillet and saute 5 minutes.
Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon curry powder and flour.
Cook over low heat 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Dissolve bouillon granules in boiling water and add to skillet with milk and lemon juice.
Cook over low heat 5 minutes or until smooth and thickened, stirring constantly.
Add chicken and continue to cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 116; Protein: 8 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 38 mg; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Exchanges: 1 Medium-Fat Meat
GRILLED TURKEY, PORTABELLA MUSHROOMS AND VEGETABLE KEBABS
Recipe Yield: 4 servings
View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-turkey-portabella-mushrooms-and-vegetable-kebabs
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-turkey-portabella-mushrooms-and-vegetable-kebabs/print/
Ingredients
1-1/2 to 2 pounds turkey thighs, skinned, boned & cut into 1-inch cubes
2 whole portabella mushrooms, stemmed & quartered
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 medium red bell pepper, seeded & cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small yellow squash, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
1 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
Directions
Place turkey cubes and mushroom quarters in a large, self-closing, food-safe plastic bag.
In small bowl, combine green onions, oil, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, rosemary and tarragon. Pour over turkey and mushrooms. Seal bag and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
Spray grill rack with nonstick vegetable oil spray. Prepare grill for direct heat cooking.
Drain turkey and mushrooms from marinade and discard marinade.
On 10 or 12-inch skewers, alternating ingredients, arrange drained turkey cubes, mushrooms, bell pepper, yellow squash and zucchini.
Grill over medium flame or coals 10 to 12 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink in center, turning once. Cook thighs to an internal temperature of 170 degrees F.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 320 Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 3 g; Sodium: 150 mg; Cholesterol: 130 mg; Protein: 49 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g; Sugars: 3 g
VEGETABLE BEEF BARLEY SOUP
Yield: 4 Servings
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/vegetable-beef-barley-soup
Ingredients
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons crushed garlic
1 medium onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 cups sliced mushrooms
3-1/2 cups beef stock
1/3 cup barley
2 small potatoes, peeled and diced
4 oz. stewing beef, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
In large non-stick saucepan, heat oil; saute garlic, onion, celery, carrots and mushrooms until tender, approximately 10 minutes.
Add stock, barley, potatoes and beef; cover, reduce heat and simmer approximately 50 minutes or until barley and potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 208; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 1009 mg; Cholesterol: 13 mg; Protein: 11 g; Carbohydrates: 31 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Medium Fat Meat, 1/2 Fat
SAUSAGE, BARLEY, AND SPINACH STUFFED MUSHROOMS
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/sausage-barley-and-spinach-stuffed-mushrooms/.
Ingredients
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 links (8 ounces) hot or mild turkey Italian sausage*
3 cups packed baby spinach leaves
4 large portobello mushroom caps, stems removed
Olive oil cooking spray
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 450°F. In medium saucepan combine barley and broth; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 12 to 14 minutes or until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Meanwhile, remove sausage from casings; cook in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Drain fat. Add spinach to skillet, turning until spinach wilts. Stir mixture into cooked barley.
Remove and discard gills from undersides of mushroom caps. Place caps, rounded sides up, on foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray; coat tops lightly with cooking spray. Bake 5 minutes or until hot. Turn caps over; spoon about 1/2 cup barley mixture evenly into caps and top with cheese. Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until stuffing is heated through and mushrooms are tender.
*You may substitute with turkey breakfast sausage links.
Note: Barley is a whole grain rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber. It also contains vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals. Experts recommend eating at least 3 servings of whole grains every day.
Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 mushroom with 1/2 cup mixture per serving.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 234 calories, Carbohydrates: 26 g, Protein: 18 g, Fat: 8 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 43 mg, Sodium: 490 mg, Fiber: 5 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 2 Vegetable, 2 Meat.
APPLE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be found online at https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/apple-stuffed-acorn-squash/.
Ingredients
1/4 cup raisins
2 acorn squash (about 4 inches in diameter)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons sucralose no-calorie sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 medium Fuji apples
2 tablespoons light butter
Directions
Cover raisins with warm water and soak 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds. Place squash on baking sheet. Spray inside of each squash quarter with cooking spray. Combine sweetener and cinnamon in small bowl; sprinkle squash quarters with half of cinnamon mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut apples into quarters; remove cores. Chop apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Drain raisins. Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add apples, raisins, and remaining cinnamon mixture; cook and stir 1 minute. Top partially baked squash with equal amounts apple mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until apples and squash are tender. Serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 87 calories, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 28 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fruit.
TANGY LEMON SQUARES
This recipe begins, “These bars are tangy and rich in flavor, but not in fat, carbs or calories. No need to feel guilty after eating one!”
Yield: 16 servings
View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-lemon-squares
Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-lemon-squares/print/
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold stick butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teapoon vanilla
Filling Ingredients:
2 eggs
3/4 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons stick butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
*May substitute 8 packets Equal sweetener
** May substitute 18 packets Equal sweetener
Directions
For Crust, combine flour, 1/3 cup Equal and salt in medium bowl.
Cut in 6 tablespoons butter with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon lemon peel and vanilla. Mix with hands to form dough.
Press dough evenly on bottom and 1/4-inch up sides of 8-inch square baking pan.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool on wire rack.
For Filling, beat eggs and 3/4 cup Equal. Mix in lemon juice, 4 tablespoons melted butter and 1 tablespoon lemon peel. Pour mixture into baked pastry.
Bake about 15 minutes or until filling is set.
Cool completely on wire rack. Cut into squares.
Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 95; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 30 mg; Cholesterol: 45 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat
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