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Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Wednesday Recipes

Here are today's six yummy recipes, including Amy's Lemon Mousse and Shanghai Walnut Chicken. Enjoy!

CRUSTLESS BASQUE QUICHE

This recipe begins, “With tons of taste but little fat, this light and luscious quiche is the perfect choice for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Serve with fresh fruit salad.”

Makes 4 to 6 servings

Print version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=843

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/843.shtml

Ingredients

3 tablespoons bread crumbs

1 teaspoon canola oil

1/2 cup green onions, chopped

2 medium Roma tomatoes, juiced and chopped (about 3/4 cup)

6 ounces ham, OR Canadian bacon, chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)

1/2 cup roasted red pepper, chopped, from a jar, patted dry

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon cayenne

1 cup nonfat half & half

1 cup egg substitute

1 cup mozzarella cheese, reduced fat, shredded

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350F.

Spray a 9-inch glass pie pan with non-stick spray. Dust the bottom and sides of the pan with the breadcrumbs and set aside.

Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the onion; saute 1 minute.



Add the tomatoes and saute until beginning to soften, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Remove from the heat and stir in the ham and bell pepper. Spoon into the bottom of the prepared pan.

Place the cornstarch, salt and cayenne in a medium bowl; slowly whisk in the half and half to blend.

Whisk in the egg substitute and pour the mixture into the pan. Top with the mozzarella.

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until puffed and set. Let the quiche rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Sprinkle chopped parsley on top, if desired. Cut in wedges and serve.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 200; Protein: 16 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 480 mg; Cholesterol: 40 mg; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g ; Carbohydrates: 15 g

BLUEBERRY YOGURT POPS

Only three ingredients make up this natural and healthy treat.

This recipe is from , and can be viewed online here.

Ingredients

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 teaspoons honey

1 cup frozen blueberries

Directions

Place all the ingredients into a bowl and mix well.

Spoon the ingredients into the mold and place the lid on top or add in some ice-cream sticks.

Place in the freezer overnight.

To remove easily, run a little hot water over the mold to release the popsicle.

Nutritional Facts: Servings: 4; Calories – 64; Total Fat – 0 g; Saturated Fat – 0 g; Sodium – 26 mg; Carbohydrates – 11 g; Fiber – 1 g; Protein – 6 g

MARINATED CHICKPEA AND TUNA SALAD

Yield: 4 servings

Serving size is 1/2 cup tuna, 1 cup vegetables, and 1/2 cup chickpeas.

Print version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=858

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/858.shtml

Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

Ingredients

2 cups chickpeas, rinsed and drained

2 cups red or green bell pepper strips

1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

1/2 cup sliced celery

2 tablespoons sliced green onions

1 cup sliced or shredded carrots

2 cups tuna (canned or from the salad bar)

2 tablespoons regular or garlic-flavored olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic or red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary

2 tablespoons minced fresh basil

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a salad bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 325; Protein: 28 g; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 483 mg; Cholesterol: 22 mg; Dietary Fiber: 9 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 32 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 2 Vegetable, 3 Very Lean Meat, 1 Fat

SHANGHAI WALNUT CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: 4 servings.

Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes

View online with photo: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/shanghai-walnut-chicken

Print version: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/shanghai-walnut-chicken/print/

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. Hoisin sauce

1 Tbsp. reduced sodium soy sauce

1 tsp. rice vinegar

1/4 cup fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 Tbsp. cornstarch

1/4 tsp. toasted sesame oil

1 Tbsp. peanut or canola oil, divided

3/4 lb. chicken cutlets, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1 green bell pepper, cut in 1/2-inch dice

1 red bell pepper, cut in 1/2-inch dice

1 green chile pepper, thinly sliced

1 garlic clove, chopped

1 can (8 oz.) diced or sliced water chestnuts, rinsed and drained

1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, broth and cornstarch. Mix in the sesame oil. Set the seasoning sauce aside.

Set a wok or large frying pan over high heat. Drizzle in 2 teaspoons of the canola oil, swirling to coat the cooking surface. Stir-fry the chicken until it is white. Turn it out onto a plate.

Add the remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry the green, red, and chile peppers, and the garlic, for 2 minutes. Return the chicken to the pan. Add the water chestnuts and walnuts. Restir the seasoning sauce and add. Stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through. Serve immediately, along with cooked rice, preferably brown.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 247; Fat: 10 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 378 mg; Protein: 22 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Medium-Fat Meat, 2 Vegetable

LENTILS ITALIANO

Recipe Yield: Makes: 6 Servings (1 Serving = 2/3 Cup)

https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/lentils-italiano

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Book Title: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Ingredients

3/4 cup chopped onion

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups Vegetable broth or one 14-ounce can beef or vegetable broth

3/4 cup dried lentils, washed

One 16-ounce can diced tomatoes with juice

1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or 1 teaspoon dried basil

1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Directions

In a heavy saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil for 5 minutes, until the onion is tender.

Add the broth and lentils. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

Add the tomatoes with their liquid, 1/2 cup water, and the remaining ingredients; simmer over low heat, uncovered, for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water if the mixture becomes too dry.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 131; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 324 mg; Protein: 8 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat

AMY’S LEMON MOUSSE

This is from Diabetes Self-Management and can be viewed online here.

Ingredients

4 cups fat-free (skim) milk

2 packages (4-serving size each) vanilla fat-free sugar-free instant pudding and pie filling mix

2 packages (1/2 ounce each) sugar-free powdered lemonade mix

1 container (8 ounces) frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed

Fresh or frozen mixed berries (optional)

Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Directions

Whisk milk and pudding mix in large bowl 2 minutes or until smooth. Whisk in lemonade mix. When mixture thickens, whisk in whipped topping until smooth. Pour into 8 dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

To serve, top with berries, if desired. Garnish with mint.

Yield: 8 servings. Serving size: 1 parfait.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:Calories: 120, Carbohydrates: 21 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 2 mg, Sodium: 405 mg, Fiber: 0 g,Exchanges per serving: 1 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Milk.

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Thursday Recipes

Here are today's six yummy recipes to help you through the day, including Blueberry Yogurt Pops and Bacon & Mushroom Bite-Size Quiche. Enjoy!

FALAFEL PATTIES WITH YOGURT CUCUMBER SAUCE

This recipe begins, “The falafel mixture can also be shaped into 1-inch balls and cooked as the recipe directs; serve with Yogurt Cucumber Sauce as appetizers, or in pitas for sandwiches.”

Yield: 4 servings (2 each)

Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People with Diabetes

Print version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=845

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/845.shtml

Ingredients

1 package (6 ounces) falafel mix

1/2 cup shredded carrots

1/4 cup sunflower kernels

2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions and tops

Vegetable cooking spray

Yogurt Cucumber Sauce (recipe follows)

Directions

Prepare falafel mix with water according to package directions; mix in carrots, sunflower kernels, and green onions. Shape mixture into 8 patties about 1/2 inch thick.

Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Place patties in skillet and spray tops with cooking spray; cook until browned, 4 to 5 minutes on each side.

Serve with Yogurt Cucumber Sauce.

YOGURT CUCUMBER SAUCE

Yield: Makes about 1-1/3 cups

Ingredients

1 cup plain fat-free yogurt

1 cup shredded, or chopped, cucumber

1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed

1/2 teaspoon dried mint leaves

Salt and white pepper, to taste

Directions

Mix yogurt, cucumber, and herbs. Season to taste with salt and white pepper.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 255; Protein: 11.7 g; Fat: 7.7 g; Sodium: 586 mg; Cholesterol: 1 mg; Carbohydrates: 28.6 g; Exchanges: 2 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 1 Fat

ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD WITH NAPA CABBAGE

Yield: 4 servings

Serving size is 4 oz. chicken, 1 cup cabbage, and 1/4 cup snow peas.

Print version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=860

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/860.shtml

Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

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.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 285; Protein: 34 g; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 416 mg; Cholesterol: 100 mg; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Sugars: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate, 4 Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

MEDITTERANEAN TURKEY BURGERS WITH FETA

This is from Diabetes Self-Management, and can be viewed online here.

Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 burger.

Ingredients

4 white turkey burgers (95% lean)

1/3 cup plain nonfat yogurt

1/4 cup diced red onion

1/4 cup diced plum tomato

1/4 cup chopped cucumber

1/4 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives

1/4 cup fat-free crumbled feta cheese

2 (6-inch) whole wheat pita bread rounds, halved and warmed

Directions

Grill burgers over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes per side or until fully cooked (165°F), turning twice.

Combine yogurt, onion, tomato, cucumber, olives, and feta in small bowl. Serve burgers and feta mixture in pita halves.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 292, Carbohydrates: 21 g, Protein: 30 g, Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 80 mg, Sodium: 413 mg, Fiber: 3 g, Exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 Bread/Starch, 3 Meat.

BACON AND MUSHROOM BITE-SIZE QUICHE

This recipe begins, “Tender, cheesy and savory custards in flaky pastry shells make elegant finger food-and can be made ahead and reheated. Delicious for brunch or evening appetizers.”

Makes 3-1/2 dozen.

Serving size: 1 quiche.

Print version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=844

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/844.shtml

Ingredients

8 slices bacon

1/4 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped

1 tablespoon butter

1/3 cup green onion, chopped

1 2/3 cups Swiss cheese, shredded

Pastry for double-crust pie, (homemade or purchased)

5 eggs

1-2/3 cups sour cream

Directions

Heat oven to 375 degrees F.

On a lightly floured board, roll out the pastry dough 1/ 16-inch thick.

Using a 3-inch cutter, cut out 42 circles; re-roll scraps as needed.

Fit circles into bottoms and slightly up sides of lightly greased 2-1/2-inch muffin pans.

Meanwhile, fry bacon slices until crisp, drain; crumble or chop.

Chop mushrooms, saute in butter until limp and liquid evaporates.

Combine bacon, mushrooms, green onion and cheese. Divide filling equally among muffin cups.

In large bowl, beat together eggs, add sour cream and stir until smooth. Spoon about 1 tablespoon into each muffin cup.

Bake until puffed and light brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool in pans 5 minutes; lift out.

Serve warm or let cool on wire racks. If made ahead, wrap cooled quiches airtight, and refrigerate overnight.

Reheat, uncovered, in a 350 degrees F. oven for about 10 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 95; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 87 mg; Cholesterol: 35 mg; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g

BLUEBERRY YOGURT POPS

Only three ingredients make up this natural and healthy treat.

This recipe is from Diabetic Connect, and can be viewed online here.1 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 teaspoons honey

1 cup frozen blueberries

Directions

Place all the ingredients into a bowl and mix well.

Spoon the ingredients into the mold and place the lid on top or add in some ice-cream sticks.

Place in the freezer overnight.

To remove easily, run a little hot water over the mold to release the popsicle.

Nutritional Facts: Servings: 4; Calories – 64; Total Fat – 0 g; Saturated Fat – 0 g; Sodium – 26 mg; Carbohydrates – 11 g; Fiber – 1 g; Protein – 6 g

Monday, August 28, 2017

Meatless Monday

It's Monday, exactly one week until Labor Day. While summer might technically be around for almost another whole month, Labor Day usually signals the end of summer around the U.S. (Sorry for reminding everyone of that!). But over the next week, I'll be posting several recipes to help you enjoy the Labor Day weekend.

In the meantime, it's Meatless Monday, time for six yummy meatless recipes to help you through the day, including Summer Ratatouille and Blueberry Yogurt Pops. Enjoy!

QUINOA SALAD

Yield: 4 servings (1/2 cup each)

Source: The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/852.shtml

Ingredients

1/2 cup raw quinoa, rinsed

1/4 cup finely chopped yellow pepper

1/4 cup finely chopped red pepper

1/4 cup finely chopped carrot

1/4 cup finely chopped celery

2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons minced green onions

Fresh ground pepper and salt to taste

Directions

Prepare the quinoa. Rinse the quinoa in a fine sieve for 20 seconds.

In a 1-quart saucepan bring 1-1/2 cups water to a boil.

Add the quinoa and bring to a boil.

Lower the heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile prepare the vegetables. Combine the chopped yellow pepper, red pepper, carrot, celery, and parsley in a medium bowl.

In a blender, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, green onions, salt, and pepper. Blend for 15 seconds.

Once the quinoa is cooked, add it to the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and vegetables and toss well.

Refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve over lettuce if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 125; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 12 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 16 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Fat

CALIFORNIA AVOCADO TZATZKIK

Yield: 8 servings

Source: California Avocado Commission

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/847.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups plain yogurt

1/2 English cucumber, seeded and diced

2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh dill

1 ripe Fresh California Avocado, halved, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch cubes

1 tsp. finely chopped garlic

Salt, to taste

Directions

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Refrigerate to allow flavors to blend.

Garnish with avocado and dill, if desired.

Serve with vegetable dippers or toasted pita bread triangles.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 65; Protein: 3.25 g; Fat: 3.4 g; Sodium: 100 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Saturated Fat: 0.7 g; Dietary Fiber: 0.8 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g

EGGPLANT POLENTA STACK

This recipe begins, “Purchase package flavored polenta in the produce section; choose any favorite flavor for this dish.”

Yield: 4 servings

Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People with Diabetes

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/846.shtml

Ingredients

8 slices (3/4 inch) eggplant (about 1 pound)

2 egg whites, lightly beaten or 1/4 cup no-cholesterol real egg product

1/2 cup Italian-seasoned dry bread crumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Olive oil cooking spray

1 package (16 ounces) prepared Italian-herb polenta, cut into 8 slices

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 – 4 ounces reduced-fat feta, or goat, cheese, crumbled

Directions

Dip eggplant slices in egg whites and coat with combined bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.

Spray large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat until hot. Cook eggplant until browned on the bottom, about 10 minutes; spray tops of slices with cooking spray and turn. Cook until eggplant is tender and browned on other side, about 10 minutes longer.

Arrange eggplant in baking pan; top each slice with a slice of polenta and tomato. Sprinkle tomatoes with salt and pepper; sprinkle stack with feta cheese.

Bake at 450 degrees F. until tomatoes are hot and cheese lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 222; Protein: 10.9 g; Fat: 4.5 g; Sodium: 624 mg; Cholesterol: 9 mg; Carbohydrates: 35 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 2 Bread/Starch, 1 Fat

CANTALOUPE COOLER

Preparation time: 5 minutes.

This is from Diabetes Self-Management, and can be viewed online here.

Ingredients

1 cup cubed cantaloupe

1/2 cup nonfat, no-sugar-added vanilla yogurt

1/4 teaspoon lemon juice

1 packet NutraSweet

Dash cinnamon

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Yield: 1 serving. Serving size: 1 cooler.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 108, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: less than 1 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Sodium: 128 mg, Fiber: 2 g, Exchanges per serving: 1 fruit, 1/2 skim milk. Carbohydrate choices: 1 1/2.

BLUEBERRY YOGURT POPS

Only three ingredients make up this natural and healthy treat.

This recipe is from Diabetic Connect, and can be viewed online here.

Ingredients

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 teaspoons honey

1 cup frozen blueberries

Directions

Place all the ingredients into a bowl and mix well.

Spoon the ingredients into the mold and place the lid on top or add in some ice-cream sticks.

Place in the freezer overnight.

To remove easily, run a little hot water over the mold to release the popsicle.

Nutritional Facts: Servings: 4; Calories – 64; Total Fat – 0 g; Saturated Fat – 0 g; Sodium – 26 mg; Carbohydrates – 11 g; Fiber – 1 g; Protein – 6 g

SUMMER RATATOUILLE

Yield: 4 (1 cup) servings

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/857.shtml

Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided

3 cups combination sliced zucchini and yellow squash

1 cup sliced onion

1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

1/3 cup minced fresh mint leaves

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 (4.75 oz) can prepared eggplant caponata

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Directions

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Add the zucchini and yellow squash and onion and saute for 5-7 minutes until tender, stirring often.

Remove the zucchini-yellow squash saute to a salad bowl. Add remaining ingredients and let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 105; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 299 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1 Fat

Saturday, August 26, 2017

Desserts

I only post on Saturdays occasionally...and this is one of those occasions.

Many people, when they are first diagnosed with diabetes (or have a loved-one who is), figure that food will become boring, with no options for yummy desserts. These six recipes show how far from the truth that idea is, including Sweet Potato Pie (yum!) and Blueberry Yogurt Pops. Enjoy!

LIGHT LEMON CAKE

Yield: 20 servings

Source: Diabetic Dream Desserts

Ingredients

1 box (1 pound, 2.25 ounces) white or lemon cake mix

1 cup water

1/2 cup nonfat or light sour cream

1/2 cup fat-free egg substitute

2 packages (4-serving size each) sugar-free lemon gelatin mix

1 cup boiling water

1 cup cold tap water

Frosting:

2 cups nonfat or light whipped topping

3/4 cup light lemon yogurt

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Place the cake mix, water, sour cream, and egg substitute in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer for 2 minutes.

Coat a 9-by-13 inch pan with cooking spray and spread the mixture evenly in the pan.

Bake for about 30 minutes, or just until the top springs back when lightly touched and a wooden toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.

Let the cake cool to room temperature. Then, using a fork, poke holes in the cake at 1/2-inch intervals.

Place the gelatin mix in a medium bowl and add the boiling water. Whisk for 2 minutes or until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in the cold water.

Slowly pour the gelatin mixture over the cake, allowing it to be absorbed.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

To make the frosting, place the whipped topping in a small bowl and fold in the yogurt. Spread the frosting over the cake and chill for an additional hour before serving.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 138; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 218 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 26 g; Exchanges: 2 Carbohydrate, 1/2 Fat

SWEET POTATO PIE

Yield: 1 pie (8 servings)

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/805.shtml

Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes

Ingredients

3 tablespoons margarine

1/4 cup sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 large egg yolk

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

3 large sweet potatoes (1-1/2 pounds total), cooked, peeled, and mashed

1 cup fat-free evaporated milk

3 large egg whites

1 prepared 9-inch pie shell, unbaked

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Beat together the margarine, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add the egg yolk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cinnamon; mix well. Stir in the sweet potatoes and milk; mix again.

Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks and fold them into the sweet potato mixture; pour into the pie shell.

Bake for about 40 to 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool and cut the pie in 8 equal slices.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 291 ; Protein: 7 g ; Fat: 13 g ; Sodium: 313 mg; Cholesterol: 28 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 17 g; Carbohydrates: 38 g; Exchanges: 2-1/2 Other Carbohydrate, 2 Fat

CAPPUCCINO PIE

Yield: 8 servings

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/838.shtml

Source: Diabetic Dream Desserts

Ingredients

1/2 cup room temperature coffee

1 envelope (1/4 ounce) unflavored gelatin

1/4 cup coffee liqueur

1 cup nonfat or light ricotta cheese

Sugar substitute equal to 1/3 cup sugar

1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 cups nonfat or light whipped topping

1 Chocolate-Almond Piecrust (click for recipe)

1-1/2 tablespoons shaved dark chocolate

Directions

Place 2 tablespoons of the coffee in a blender.

Sprinkle the gelatin over the coffee and let sit for 2 minutes.

Bring the remaining coffee to a boil and pour over the mixture in the blender. Blend for 1 minute, until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Set aside for 5 minutes to cool slightly.

Add the liqueur to the blender mixture and blend to mix.

Add the ricotta, sugar substitute, and cinnamon and blend until smooth.

Pour the mixture into a large bowl and refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until the consistency of pudding.

Whisk until smooth and then fold in the whipped topping.

Spread the ricotta mixture into the piecrust, swirling the top.

Sprinkle the chocolate over the top.

Cover and chill for at least 3 hours, or until set.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 208; Protein: 7.2 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 128 mg; Cholesterol: 1 mg; Dietary Fiber: 1.1 g; Carbohydrates: 27 g; Exchanges: 2 Carbohydrate: 1-1/2 Fat

REALLY RASPBERRY PARFAITS

Yield: 4 servings

Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/837.shtml

Ingredients

1 cup light raspberry yogurt

1/2 cup nonfat or light whipped topping

2 cups fresh raspberries, rinsed and patted dry

2 tablespoons sliced almonds

Directions

Place the yogurt in a bowl and fold in the whipped topping.

Place 1/4 cup of raspberries in each of four 8-ounce wine glasses.

Top the berries in each glass with 3 tablespoons of the yogurt mixture.

Repeat the layers and top each serving with a sprinkling of almonds.

Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 83; Protein: 2.7 g; Fat: 2.3 g; Cholesterol: 1 mg; Dietary Fiber: 4.5 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Exchanges: 1 Carbohydrate, 1/2 Fat

BLUEBERRY YOGURT POPS

Only three ingredients make up this natural and healthy treat.

This recipe is from , and can be viewed online here.

Ingredients

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 teaspoons honey

1 cup frozen blueberries

Directions

Place all the ingredients into a bowl and mix well.

Spoon the ingredients into the mold and place the lid on top or add in some ice-cream sticks.

Place in the freezer overnight.

To remove easily, run a little hot water over the mold to release the popsicle.

Nutritional Facts: Servings: 4; Calories – 64; Total Fat – 0 g; Saturated Fat – 0 g; Sodium – 26 mg; Carbohydrates – 11 g; Fiber – 1 g; Protein – 6 g

BAKED VANILLA CUSTARD

Recipe Yield: Yield: 10 servings

View online with photo: 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.

Notes:

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.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 90; Fat: 5 grams; Sodium: 124 mg; Cholesterol: 135 mg; Protein: 7 grams; Carbohydrates: 5 grams; Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 milk, 1/2 lean meat