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Wednesday, November 3, 2021

Wednesday Recipes

We're half-way through the week; if we made it this far, we can make it the rest of the week.

So here are today's offerings, which include Baja Turkey Chili and Classic Carrot Cake. Enjoy!

BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH BALSAMIC-COFFEE SAUCE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings; Serving size: 3.5 oz beef, 1/3 cup mushroom mixture and 1 Tbsp sauce.

Source: CanolaInfo

Recipe and image appear courtesy of CanolaInfo.org.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/beef-tenderloin-with-balsamic-coffee-sauce.

Ingredients

3/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp salt

4 beef tenderloin steaks (5 oz), about 1-inch thick

2 Tbsp canola oil

4 large shallots, peeled and finely chopped

6 oz sliced portabella mushrooms

3/4 cup strong coffee

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Directions

Preheat oven to 200F.

In small bowl, combine black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and 1/4 tsp salt. Sprinkle both sides of steaks with spice mixture, pressing down with fingertips to adhere. Set aside. Let stand for 15 minutes.

Heat 1 Tbsp canola oil in large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steaks 4 minutes, turn and cook 2-4 minutes longer or until desired doneness. Place steaks on separate plate and place in oven to keep warm.

Heat remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil to pan residue in skillet, cook shallots 15 seconds, stirring constantly. Add mushrooms and cook 3 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently, using two utensils as you would with stir-fry. Spoon equal amounts over beef and return to oven to keep warm.

To skillet, add coffee, vinegar and remaining 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, continue to boil 4 or so minutes or until reduced to 1/4 cup. Spoon over all and top with additional coarsely ground black pepper, if desired.

Notes:

This full flavored entree is guaranteed to satisfy your appetite!

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 170; Fat: 8 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 320 mg; Cholesterol: 20 mg; Protein: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g

CRANBERRY-ALMOND TARTS

Yield: Servings Per Recipe: 24; Serving Size: 1 square tart

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-almond-tarts.

Ingredients

1/2 (15 ounce) container refrigerated pie crusts

3/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1/3 cup water

1 (12 ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed

1/4 cup chopped almonds, toasted

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

1 (8 ounce) carton non-dairy whipped topping

1/4 cup toasted almond slices

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Unroll pastry and roll to 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface; using a 2- inch square cookie cutter, cut out 24 squares, re-rolling pastry, if necessary. Place squares in ungreased miniature muffin pans. Place in freezer.

Combine Splenda Granulated Sweetener and water in a saucepan, stirring until blended. Stir in cranberries. Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly 2 minutes or until berries pop. Pour through a wire-mesh sieve, set over a bowl. Return liquid to saucepan; reserving berries. Bring liquid to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until liquid is reduced to about 3 tablespoons. Pour sauce over cranberries, tossing to coat. Stir in almonds and almond extract. Spoon mixture into pastry shells.

Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until pastry is golden and filling is set. Carefully remove tarts from muffin tins; cool on a wire rack.

Notes:

Cranberries and almond nestled in a flaky pastry make a sweet ending for a holiday party.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Fat: 6 g; Saturated Fat: 2.5 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 55 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Sugars: 3 g

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-stuffed-with-apples-almonds-and-blue-cheese.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes:

Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Fat: 25 g; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Protein: 53 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

CLASSIC CARROT CAKE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 10 servings

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/classic-carrot-cake.

Ingredients

7/8 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

2 large egg whites

1/4 cup eggbeaters

3/8 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3 tablespoons reduced fat margarine

1/2 cup honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce

3 tablespoons canola oil

2 1/4 cups finely shredded carrot

1/3 cup walnuts

butter flavored cooking spray

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In medium bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and allspice. Set aside.

In small bowl whisk together egg whites and eggbeaters. Set aside.

In large bowl beat Splenda Granulated Sweetener, margarine, honey, vanilla, applesauce, and canola oil. Mix in egg mixture, stir until well mixed. Stir in flour mixture, then carrots and walnuts.

Pour into greased 8 cup loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool, ice if desired.

Notes:

A great classic dessert and it has less carbs.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 190; Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 270 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g; Sugars: 16 g

CHUNKY CHICKEN, VEGETABLE AND ROSEMARY STEW

Recipe Yield: 6 servings.

Source: Recipe by Nancy Hughes. Recipe and photo appear courtesy of Canola Info.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/chunky-chicken-vegetable-and-rosemary-stew.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp canola oil

12 oz boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 Tbsp canola oil

1 medium onion, cut in 8 wedges

3 medium carrots, quartered lengthwise and cut into thirds

1 medium celery stalk, cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces

2 cups water

2 dried bay leaves

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 can (15 oz) reduced-sodium navy beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered

1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

1 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary

3/4 tsp salt

Directions

In Dutch oven, heat 1 Tbsp canola oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook about 3 minutes per side or until it begins to brown. (Center will still be slightly pink.) Remove from oven and set aside.

Add remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil, onion, carrot and celery. Saute for 5 minutes or until just beginning to lightly brown on edges, stirring frequently. Add water, bay leaves and pepper flakes. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer, covered, 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Stir in chicken, beans, tomatoes, Italian parsley, rosemary and salt. Cover and cook 5 minutes or until tomatoes are tender and chicken is cooked.

Notes:

Here’s a great one-pot meal to warm and soothe a hungry, weary body after a hard day.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 220; Fat: 7 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 380 mg; Cholesterol: 50 mg; Protein: 22 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g

BAJA TURKEY CHILI

Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servings

Source: NDOP

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baja-turkey-chili.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cups chopped onion

2 cups chopped celery

2 quarts pulled or cooked turkey breast, chopped

50 ounces white kidney beans, rinsed and well drained

44 ounces white shoepeg corn, undrained

8 ounces green chilies, chopped

2 quarts turkey broth

2 teaspoons ground cumin

3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese

1 bunch fresh cilantro sprigs

As needed tortilla chips

Directions

In a medium stock pot, heat oil over medium heat.

Add onion and celery, cook and stir until vegetables are tender.

Stir in turkey, beans, corn, chilies, broth and cumin. Combine well.

Cover and cook about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.

Serve 8 ounces per serving and garnish with cheese and cilantro.

Serve with tortilla chips, if desired (not included in nutritional information).

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 259; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 263 m; Cholesterol: 37 mg; Protein: 21 g; Carbohydrates: 29 g

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Wednesday Recipes

We're half-way through the week; if we made it this far, we can make it the rest of the week.

So here are today's offerings, which include Baja Turkey Chili and Classic Carrot Cake. Enjoy!

BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH BALSAMIC-COFFEE SAUCE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings; Serving size: 3.5 oz beef, 1/3 cup mushroom mixture and 1 Tbsp sauce.

Source: CanolaInfo

Recipe and image appear courtesy of CanolaInfo.org.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/beef-tenderloin-with-balsamic-coffee-sauce.

Ingredients

3/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp salt

4 beef tenderloin steaks (5 oz), about 1-inch thick

2 Tbsp canola oil

4 large shallots, peeled and finely chopped

6 oz sliced portabella mushrooms

3/4 cup strong coffee

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Directions

Preheat oven to 200F.

In small bowl, combine black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and 1/4 tsp salt. Sprinkle both sides of steaks with spice mixture, pressing down with fingertips to adhere. Set aside. Let stand for 15 minutes.

Heat 1 Tbsp canola oil in large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steaks 4 minutes, turn and cook 2-4 minutes longer or until desired doneness. Place steaks on separate plate and place in oven to keep warm.

Heat remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil to pan residue in skillet, cook shallots 15 seconds, stirring constantly. Add mushrooms and cook 3 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently, using two utensils as you would with stir-fry. Spoon equal amounts over beef and return to oven to keep warm.

To skillet, add coffee, vinegar and remaining 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, continue to boil 4 or so minutes or until reduced to 1/4 cup. Spoon over all and top with additional coarsely ground black pepper, if desired.

Notes:

This full flavored entree is guaranteed to satisfy your appetite!

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 170; Fat: 8 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 320 mg; Cholesterol: 20 mg; Protein: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g

CRANBERRY-ALMOND TARTS

Yield: Servings Per Recipe: 24; Serving Size: 1 square tart

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/cranberry-almond-tarts.

Ingredients

1/2 (15 ounce) container refrigerated pie crusts

3/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1/3 cup water

1 (12 ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed

1/4 cup chopped almonds, toasted

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

1 (8 ounce) carton non-dairy whipped topping

1/4 cup toasted almond slices

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Unroll pastry and roll to 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface; using a 2- inch square cookie cutter, cut out 24 squares, re-rolling pastry, if necessary. Place squares in ungreased miniature muffin pans. Place in freezer.

Combine Splenda Granulated Sweetener and water in a saucepan, stirring until blended. Stir in cranberries. Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly 2 minutes or until berries pop. Pour through a wire-mesh sieve, set over a bowl. Return liquid to saucepan; reserving berries. Bring liquid to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until liquid is reduced to about 3 tablespoons. Pour sauce over cranberries, tossing to coat. Stir in almonds and almond extract. Spoon mixture into pastry shells.

Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until pastry is golden and filling is set. Carefully remove tarts from muffin tins; cool on a wire rack.

Notes:

Cranberries and almond nestled in a flaky pastry make a sweet ending for a holiday party.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Fat: 6 g; Saturated Fat: 2.5 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 55 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Sugars: 3 g

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-stuffed-with-apples-almonds-and-blue-cheese.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes:

Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Fat: 25 g; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Protein: 53 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

CLASSIC CARROT CAKE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 10 servings

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/classic-carrot-cake.

Ingredients

7/8 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

2 large egg whites

1/4 cup eggbeaters

3/8 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3 tablespoons reduced fat margarine

1/2 cup honey

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce

3 tablespoons canola oil

2 1/4 cups finely shredded carrot

1/3 cup walnuts

butter flavored cooking spray

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In medium bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and allspice. Set aside.

In small bowl whisk together egg whites and eggbeaters. Set aside.

In large bowl beat Splenda Granulated Sweetener, margarine, honey, vanilla, applesauce, and canola oil. Mix in egg mixture, stir until well mixed. Stir in flour mixture, then carrots and walnuts.

Pour into greased 8 cup loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool, ice if desired.

Notes:

A great classic dessert and it has less carbs.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 190; Fat: 9 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 270 mg; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g; Sugars: 16 g

CHUNKY CHICKEN, VEGETABLE AND ROSEMARY STEW

Recipe Yield: 6 servings.

Source: Recipe by Nancy Hughes. Recipe and photo appear courtesy of Canola Info.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/chunky-chicken-vegetable-and-rosemary-stew.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp canola oil

12 oz boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 Tbsp canola oil

1 medium onion, cut in 8 wedges

3 medium carrots, quartered lengthwise and cut into thirds

1 medium celery stalk, cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces

2 cups water

2 dried bay leaves

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 can (15 oz) reduced-sodium navy beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered

1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

1 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary

3/4 tsp salt

Directions

In Dutch oven, heat 1 Tbsp canola oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook about 3 minutes per side or until it begins to brown. (Center will still be slightly pink.) Remove from oven and set aside.

Add remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil, onion, carrot and celery. Saute for 5 minutes or until just beginning to lightly brown on edges, stirring frequently. Add water, bay leaves and pepper flakes. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer, covered, 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Stir in chicken, beans, tomatoes, Italian parsley, rosemary and salt. Cover and cook 5 minutes or until tomatoes are tender and chicken is cooked.

Notes:

Here’s a great one-pot meal to warm and soothe a hungry, weary body after a hard day.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 220; Fat: 7 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 380 mg; Cholesterol: 50 mg; Protein: 22 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g

BAJA TURKEY CHILI

Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servings

Source: NDOP

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baja-turkey-chili.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cups chopped onion

2 cups chopped celery

2 quarts pulled or cooked turkey breast, chopped

50 ounces white kidney beans, rinsed and well drained

44 ounces white shoepeg corn, undrained

8 ounces green chilies, chopped

2 quarts turkey broth

2 teaspoons ground cumin

3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese

1 bunch fresh cilantro sprigs

As needed tortilla chips

Directions

In a medium stock pot, heat oil over medium heat.

Add onion and celery, cook and stir until vegetables are tender.

Stir in turkey, beans, corn, chilies, broth and cumin. Combine well.

Cover and cook about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.

Serve 8 ounces per serving and garnish with cheese and cilantro.

Serve with tortilla chips, if desired (not included in nutritional information).

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 259; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 263 m; Cholesterol: 37 mg; Protein: 21 g; Carbohydrates: 29 g

Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Chicken

There was a time when chicken was reserved for Sunday dinner (think early- to mid-twentieth century). Now it's more of an anytime meal. Check out today's six chicken recipes, including Chicken Stuffed with Apples, Almonds and Blue Cheese and Tandoori Chicken Skewers with Mint Raita. Enjoy!

20-MINUTE CHICKEN CREOLE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings (1-1/2 cups per serving)

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/20-minute-chicken-creole.

Ingredients

12 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips

1 cup canned whole peeled tomatoes, chopped

1 cup chili sauce (look for lowest sodium version)

1-1/2 cup green bell pepper, rinsed and chopped

1-1/2 cup celery, rinsed and chopped

1/4 cup onion, chopped

1 Tbsp garlic, minced (about 2–3 cloves)

1 Tbsp fresh basil, rinsed, dried, and chopped (or 1 tsp dried)

1 Tbsp fresh parsley, rinsed, dried, and chopped (or 1 tsp dried)

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper

1/4 tsp salt

Directions

Spray saute pan with cooking spray.

Preheat over high heat.

Cook chicken in hot saute pan, stirring for 3–5 minutes. Reduce heat.

Add tomatoes with juice, chili sauce, green pepper, celery, onion, garlic, basil, parsley, crushed red pepper, and salt. Bring to boil over high heat, and then reduce heat to simmer.

Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 274; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 4 g; Sodium: 383 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Protein: 30 g; Carbohydrates: 30 g

BAKED CAJUN CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

Source: Better Homes & Gardens

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baked-cajun-chicken.

Ingredients

1-1/2 to 2 pounds split chicken breasts

1/2 dried thyme, crushed

Nonstick spray coating

1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

2 tablespoons nonfat milk

1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper

2 tablespoons onion powder

1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Rinse chicken, pat dry. Cut off skin and discard.

Spray a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Arrange the chicken in the dish; meat side up.

Brush lightly with milk.

In small bowl mix onion powder, thyme, garlic salt, white pepper, red pepper, and black pepper.

Sprinkle over chicken.

Bake in a 375 degree oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 166; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-stuffed-with-apples-almonds-and-blue-cheese.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes:

Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Fat: 25 g; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Protein: 53 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

TANDOORI CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH MINT RAITA

Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings for main course or a snack for 6 or 12 people

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tandoori-chicken-skewers-with-mint-raita.

Ingredients

1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt, divided

1/3 cup reduced fat coconut milk, divided

2 tsp. curry powder, mild or hot

1-2 finely chopped garlic cloves

3/4 tsp. sea salt, divided

1 Tbsp. canola oil

1 lb. skinless and boneless chicken breast

2 Tbsp. finely chopped red onion

2 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint

1 tsp. fresh lime juice

12 (8-inch) bamboo skewers

Directions

In wide, shallow bowl or deep plate, combine 2 tablespoons of yogurt with 2 tablespoons of coconut milk, curry powder, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix in oil.

Cut chicken lengthwise into 12 strips. Insert skewer into bottom of one chicken strip and work it up lengthwise to top. Repeat with remaining chicken. Place skewers in curry marinade and using your fingers, make sure it coats them. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 8 hours.

Arrange marinated chicken on paper toweling and blot dry, removing all excess marinade. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat, then coat with cooking spray. Or heat stovetop griddle. Arrange skewers in one layer in pan and cook for 2 minutes, browning chicken. Using tongs, turn skewers and brown on another side, 2 minutes. Turn chicken and cook until it is opaque and hot around skewer at thickest part of chicken. Transfer skewers to serving plate.

While chicken cooks, prepare the Raita. In bowl, combine remaining yogurt and coconut milk with onions, mint, lime juice and remaining salt. When possible, make Raita 30 minutes before serving chicken to allow its flavors to develop and meld. Serve it the day it is made.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 121; Fat: 7 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 297 mg; Protein: 8 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g

BASIL CHICKEN SOUP

Recipe Yield: Prep Time: 15 Minutes; Cost: $; Servings: 4; Difficulty Level: 2

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/basil-chicken-soup.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter or margarine

1 large onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, pressed or minced

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

3-1/2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)

1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1 cup diced cooked chicken

1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

1/2 cup shredded light jarlsberg cheese

Directions

In a 2 to 3 quart pan, combine butter, onion, and garlic. Stir occasionally over medium heat until onion is limp and slightly tinged with brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in flour to coat onion. Gradually stir in broth, and bring to a boil on high heat.

Add potato; cover and simmer over low heat until potato is tender when pierced, 15 to 20 minutes. Add chicken; cover and simmer just until chicken is hot, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in basil. Ladle into bowl and offer cheese to add to taste.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 237; Fat: 5.1 g; Sodium: 168 mg; Protein: 19 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 2-1/2 Low-Fat Meat

CHICKEN CACCIATORE

Recipe Yield: Prep Time: 25 Minutes; Cost: $$; Servings: 6; Difficulty Level: 3

Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast

Book Title: Cooking Healthy and Fast

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-cacciatore.

Ingredients

1 cup sliced mushrooms

1 cup tomato sauce

1 16-ounce can whole plum tomatoes

1/2 cup white wine (or cooking wine)

1/4 tsp. basil

1/4 tsp. oregano

1 bay leaf

2 tsp. minced garlic

1 chopped onion

4 half chicken breasts, skinned, boned

2 Tbsp. fat-free chicken broth

Directions

Heat liquid chicken broth in a non-stick skillet and brown chicken, onion, and garlic.

Add all other ingredients except mushrooms. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer about 30 minutes.

Add mushrooms, cook 10 minutes more.

Remove chicken from pan, boil down sauce until slightly thickened.

Serve over cooked rice.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 217; Fat: 3.5 g; Sodium: 382 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Protein: 28 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch; 4 Lean Meat

Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Chicken

There was a time when chicken was relegated to the Sunday dinner table. Now it's an any-time meal. Check out these six chicken recipes, including Chicken Stuffed with Apples, Almonds and Blue Cheese and Chicken in Wine Sauce. Enjoy!

BAKED CAJUN CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

Source: Better Homes & Gardens

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baked-cajun-chicken.

Ingredients

1-1/2 to 2 pounds split chicken breasts

1/2 dried thyme, crushed

Nonstick spray coating

1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

2 tablespoons nonfat milk

1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper

2 tablespoons onion powder

1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Rinse chicken, pat dry. Cut off skin and discard.

Spray a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Arrange the chicken in the dish; meat side up.

Brush lightly with milk.

In small bowl mix onion powder, thyme, garlic salt, white pepper, red pepper, and black pepper.

Sprinkle over chicken.

Bake in a 375 degree oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 166; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-stuffed-with-apples-almonds-and-blue-cheese.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes:

Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Fat: 25 g; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Protein: 53 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

CHICKEN WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings

Source: Magic Menus for People with Diabetes

Book Title: Magic Menus for People with Diabetes

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-with-sun-dried-tomatoes.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound total), trimmed of cartilage and fat

1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1 tablespoon canola oil

1 large shallot, minced

2/3 cup low-sodium, low-fat chicken broth

1/2 cup dry white wine

1/8 teaspoon marjoram

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrated in small bowl water

Directions

Cut each chicken breast half into 6 equal parts. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Saute chicken in oil over moderate heat, turning, until the chicken is just opaque throughout, 4-5 minutes.

Remove chicken with a slotted spoon. Add shallot to the skillet and sauté, stirring until softened, about 1 minute. Add broth, wine (much of the alcohol will evaporate, leaving only the flavor), marjoram, and tomatoes.

Bring to a boil over moderate heat and cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer, gently spooning the sauce over the chicken, until heated through. Simmer until sauce is reduced by half.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 177; Fat: 5 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 155 mg; Cholesterol: 64 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 3 g; Sugars: 2 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

BLACK-EYED CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 servings

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/black-eyed-chicken.

Ingredients

16 oz can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped

1 cup diced celery

1 cup red bell pepper

1 cup green bell pepper

1/2 cup sliced green onion

1/2 cup fresh cilantro

3 Tbsp fat-free Italian salad dressing

2 Tbsp Dijon mustard

6 cups lettuce leaves

Directions

Combine all ingredients except lettuce in a bowl. Stir well. Cover and chill for 4 hours. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 170; Fat: 3 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 430 mg; Cholesterol: 40 mg; Protein: 20 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g; Sugars: 3 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 2 Meat, 1 Carbohydrate

CHUNKY CHICKEN, VEGETABLE AND ROSEMARY STEW

Recipe Yield: 6 servings.

Source: Recipe by Nancy Hughes. Recipe and photo appear courtesy of Canola Info.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/chunky-chicken-vegetable-and-rosemary-stew.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp canola oil

12 oz boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 Tbsp canola oil

1 medium onion, cut in 8 wedges

3 medium carrots, quartered lengthwise and cut into thirds

1 medium celery stalk, cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces

2 cups water

2 dried bay leaves

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 can (15 oz) reduced-sodium navy beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered

1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

1 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary

3/4 tsp salt

Directions

In Dutch oven, heat 1 Tbsp canola oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook about 3 minutes per side or until it begins to brown. (Center will still be slightly pink.) Remove from oven and set aside.

Add remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil, onion, carrot and celery. Saute for 5 minutes or until just beginning to lightly brown on edges, stirring frequently. Add water, bay leaves and pepper flakes. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer, covered, 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Stir in chicken, beans, tomatoes, Italian parsley, rosemary and salt. Cover and cook 5 minutes or until tomatoes are tender and chicken is cooked.

Notes:

Here’s a great one-pot meal to warm and soothe a hungry, weary body after a hard day.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 220; Fat: 7 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 380 mg; Cholesterol: 50 mg; Protein: 22 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g

CHICKEN IN WINE SAUCE

Recipe Yield: Servings: 6; 1 serving = 1 piece with sauce

Source: Gourmet Inspirations Healthy Cooking

Book Title: Gourmet Inspirations Healthy Cooking

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-in-wine-sauce.

Ingredients

6 single chicken breasts (24 oz. raw weight) skinned, boned and washed

1 teaspoon butter

1 teaspoon oil

3 tablespoons cornstarch

1-1/2 chicken broth, unsalted

1/3 cup skim milk

1/3 cup lemon juice

1/3 cup dry white wine

3 cloves garlic, crushed

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, fresh, grated

Directions

Prepare chicken breasts and set aside.

Place butter in large skillet, heating to medium high.

Place chicken breasts in 9" x 13" glass baking dish which has been sprayed with non-stick spray.

Pour oil into hot skillet. Stir in cornstarch and small amount of chicken broth. Stir until smooth.

Remove pan from heat and, slowly, add 1 cup of broth.

Return to heat, stir constantly, and add remaining broth, milk, lemon juice, wine, and garlic.

When sauce has thickened slightly, pour over chicken breasts.

Sprinkle Parmesan over chicken.

Bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees F.

Serve over brown rice.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 183; Fat: 7 g; Protein: 21 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Low-Fat Meat

Saturday, October 27, 2018

Apples

Who doesn't love apples? While they might not scream autumn quite as loudly as, say, pumpkins or corn, apple recipes seem big this time of year. Think: apple pie on holiday tables...Enough said!

And with that, here are six diabetic apple recipes to get you through the day, including Cranberry Apple Crisp and Chicken Stuffed with Apples Almonds and Blue Cheese. Enjoy!

APPLE CINNAMON MUFFINS

Servings: 12

View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/170.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/4 cup oat bran cereal; uncooked

1 cup whole wheat flour

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp baking powder

3/4 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

1 cup apple, peeled, cored, diced

1/2 cup honey

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 egg

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Directions

Preheat oven to 375.

Coat 12 medium-size cups with vegetables oil or line with paper baking cups.

In a medium bowl combine oat bran cereal, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, soda, and salt.

In large bowl combine applesauce, honey, oil, egg, and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients; mix well. Stir in apple.

Fill prepared muffin cup almost full. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 22 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch/Bread; 1 Fat; 1/2 Fruit

MINIATURE APPLE MUFFINS

This recipe begins, “With the right amount of spice and a sprinkling of raisins, these bite-size muffins have the flavor of an old-fashioned apple cake.”

Yield: 36 servings

Source: Splenda

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1120.shtml

Ingredients

3/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 cup butter, softened

2 teaspoons molasses

2 large eggs

1/3 cup apple juice concentrate, thawed

2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon peel

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup peeled, shredded fresh apple

2/3 cup old-fashioned oats

1/2 cup raisins

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray miniature muffin pans with vegetable cooking spray; set aside.

Beat Splenda Granulated Sweetener, butter, and molasses at medium speed of an electric mixer 1 minute or until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until blended after each addition; add apple juice concentrate and lemon peel, beating until blended.

Combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, soda, and salt; add to Splenda Granulated Sweetener mixture, beating on low speed just until blended. Stir in apple, oats, and raisins.

Spoon batter into prepared pans; filling three-fourths full. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 125 mg; Cholesterol: 25 mg; Saturated Fat: 3.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Sugars: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

CRANBERRY APPLE CRISP

Yield: 8 servings

Source: Equal

View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/876.shtml

Ingredients

Filling:

3 cups peeled, cored, sliced apples

2 cups fresh or frozen thawed cranberries

1 cup Equal Spoonful*

Topping:

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup chopped pecans

1/4 cup stick butter or margarine, melted

1/2 cup Equal Spoonful**

* Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener

** Substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener

Directions

For Filling, combine apples, cranberries and 1 cup Equal in an ungreased 10-inch pie plate.

For Topping, combine flour, pecans, melted butter and 1/2 cup Equal. Mix until well blended. Sprinkle flour mixture over apples and cranberries in pie plate.

Bake in preheated 350F oven 55 to 60 minutes or until fruit is tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 145; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 67 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1-1/2 fat

GRANNY SMITH'S APPLE CRISP

This recipe begins, “A perfect warm dessert to serve a cool autumn day.”

Yield: 8 servings

Serving size: 3/4 cup crisp

Source: Splenda

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1123.shtml

Ingredients

1 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon orange zest

1/4 cup orange juice

5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch slices

1 cup uncooked old-fashioned oats

2 tablespoons Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons butter, softened

1/2 cup crisp rice cereal

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with vegetable cooking spray. Set aside.

Make Filling: Whisk together Splenda Granulated Sweetener, cinnamon, orange zest and orange juice in a large bowl; add apples and toss to coat. Transfer mixture to prepared pan; set aside.

Make Topping: Stir together oats, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, and cinnamon in a medium bowl; cut butter in with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture is crumbly. Stir in cereal and walnuts. Spoon topping over apples.

Bake 45 minutes or until topping is lightly browned. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Calories from Fat: 80; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 45 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Saturated Fat: 2.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Sugars: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 21 g

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

This recipe begins, “Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.”

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

Author: Robin Miller

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1134.shtml

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Protein: 53 g; Fat: 25 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

WASHINGTON STATE APPLE BUTTER

Yield: 3 Cups (24 Servings)

Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes

Book info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/26.shtml

Print Version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/694.shtml

Ingredients

2-1/2 pounds Golden Delicious apples, cored and cut into eighths

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

1/8 teaspoon ground mace

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Combine the apples, 3/4 cup water, and the lemon juice in a large non-stick pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain.

Push the apples through a food mill or strainer to puree and remove skin. Return the applesauce to the pot of water; add the cinnamon, cloves, mace, and brown sugar. Simmer, uncovered, over low heat until mixture thickens, about 45 to 60 minutes, stirring often.

Cover and refrigerate. Apple butter keeps in the refrigerator for 1 week. Freeze for longer storage.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 26, Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 0 mg, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 1 g, Sugars: 6 g, Protein: 0 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Fruit

Thursday, November 30, 2017

Chicken!

Years ago (try the 1930s - 50s, possibly a little later), chicken was one of those foods relegated to Sunday dinner. But these days, it's an anytime meal. Here are six chicken recipes to help you through the holiday season and beyond, including Black-Eyed Chicken and Chicken Stuffed with Apples Almonds and Blue Cheese. Enjoy!

CARIBBEAN CHICKEN

Servings: 6

Source: Gourmet Inspirations Healthy Cooking

View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/67.shtml

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons oil

6 single chicken breasts (24 oz. raw weight) skinned, boned, washed, sliced in 1/2" strips

2-3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup onion, chopped

1/4 cup peach or apricot chutney (fruit sweetened)

1/2 teaspoon thyme

1/2 teaspoon each curry powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves

1/4 teaspoon dry mustard

1-1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth

3 tablespoons dry white wine

2 teaspoons coconut flavoring

Directions

In a large skillet, heat oil to medium high, and saute chicken pieces until brown.

Remove chicken, set aside.

Saute garlic and onion in skillet until soft, and golden.

Stir in chutney and spices and cook one minute.

Add broth and wine, and heat through, stirring constantly.

Return chicken to sauce, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.

Stir in coconut flavoring. Serve over hot rice.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Protein: 19 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 44 mg; Carbohydrates: 6 g; Exchanges: 3 low-fat meat; 1/3 fruit

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

This recipe begins, “Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.”

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

Author: Robin Miller

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1134.shtml

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Protein: 53 g; Fat: 25 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Recipe Yield: Serves: 4

https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/west-coast-chicken-breast

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Book Title: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Notes:

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Protein: 26 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

TORTILLA SOUP

Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings.

View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tortilla-soup

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Ingredients

2 tsp. olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 scallions, sliced thin

2 cans (14.5 oz.) reduced-sodium, fat-free chicken broth

1 cup canned diced tomatoes with green chiles

1 cup frozen corn kernels

1 bay leaf

1/2 tsp. ground cumin

1/2 tsp. chili powder

12 oz. cooked chicken, cut in small pieces

1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1 cup baked tortilla chips, crumbled, for garnish

Low-fat sour cream, for garnish

Directions

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Saute garlic and scallions until garlic begins to color.

Add broth, tomatoes, corn and spices and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Add the chicken and heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes.

Add cilantro and lime juice. Stir and warm through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Ladle into soup bowls, sprinkle with crumbled tortilla chips and add a dollop of sour cream in the center for garnish.

Nutritional Information Per Serving:Calories: 231; Fat: 6 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 636 mg; Protein: 31 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g

ISLAND STEW, SWEET AND SOUR

Recipe Yield: 6 Servings (About 1-1/4 cups each)

Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People With Diabetes

View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/island-stew-sweet-and-sour

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Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds chicken tenders

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

3 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend

2 teaspoons minced garlic

2 teaspoons minced gingerroot

1-2 jalapeno chilies, finely chopped

3 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks in juice, drained, juice reserved

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

2-3 teaspoons curry powder

2-3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed, drained

Directions

Cook chicken in oil in large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 8 minutes. Remove from skillet.

Add pepper blend, garlic, gingerroot, and jalapeno chilies to skillet; saute 5 minutes. Stir in broth, pineapple (reserve juice), sugar, curry powder, vinegar, and chicken; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.

Heat mixture to boiling.

Mix cornstarch and reserved pineapple juice; stir to boiling mixture. Boil, stirring frequently, until mixture is thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in beans; cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes longer.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 288; Fat: 3.9 g; Sodium: 537 mg;Cholesterol: 48.2 mg; Protein: 29.7 g; Carbohydrates: 34.7 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fruit, 1 Bread/Starch, 3 Meat

BLACK-EYED CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: 6 servings

View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/black-eyed-chicken

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Ingredients

16 oz can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped

1 cup diced celery

1 cup red bell pepper

1 cup green bell pepper

1/2 cup sliced green onion

1/2 cup fresh cilantro

3 Tbsp fat-free Italian salad dressing

2 Tbsp Dijon mustard

6 cups lettuce leaves

Directions

Combine all ingredients except lettuce in a bowl. Stir well.

Cover and chill for 4 hours. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 170; Fat: 3 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 430 mg; Cholesterol: 40 mg; Protein: 20 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g; Sugars: 3 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 2 Meat, 1 Carbohydrate

Friday, November 10, 2017

Chicken!

You may be aware that diabetes puts your heart at extra risk for a heart attack, which makes keeping diabetes under control and following your doctors' advice.

But if you've had a heart attack (whether you have diabetes or not), you may experience depression following the heart attack. Check out Diabetes Self-Management's link to dealing with depression after a heart attack. You can also click here to learn more about heart health.

And now on to today's recipes. Today's six recipes are all chicken recipes, including Good Luck Chicken Fricassee and Bombay Chicken. Enjoy!

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SALAD

Source: 200 Healthy Recipes in 30 Minutes or Less!

Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 servings

View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/southwestern-chicken-salad

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Ingredients

Salad:

1 cup cooked corn kernels

1 cup diced tomatoes

1 cup green peas, frozen and thawed

1/2 cup each sliced red and green pepper

1/3 cup canned black beans, drained

2 cups cooked, cubed chicken breast

Dressing:

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 cup lime juice

2 teaspoons cumin

1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon oregano

Directions

Combine all salad ingredients.

In a blender or food processor, blend all dressing ingredients.

Toss the dressing with the salad and serve.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 181; Fat: 6 g; Fiber: 4 g; Sodium: 94 mg; Cholesterol: 42 mg; Protein: 17 g; Carbohydrates: 16 g; Sugars: 4 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Very Lean Meat, 1 Starch, 1/2 Monounsaturated Fat

GOOD LUCK CHICKEN FRICASSEE

Recipe Yield: Makes 8 servings.

View online: https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/good-luck-chicken-fricassee

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Ingredients

1 cup dried black-eyed peas

1 medium onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 Tbsp. canola oil, divided

10 oz. crimini mushrooms, cut into 1/2- inch slices

1 Tbsp. fresh thyme, minced

1 1/2 lb. skinless boneless chicken breast

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 Tbsp. flour

2 1/2 cups fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 lb. spinach leaves, rinsed and drained

1/2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard, or to taste

Directions

Pick over peas, place in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 2 inches.

Bring water to a boil and boil peas 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Soak peas 1 hour and drain.

In a heavy kettle, heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderate heat until hot.

Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion softens.

Add mushrooms and thyme and cook, stirring, until mushrooms are tender and liquid evaporates. Transfer mixture to a bowl.

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

Heat remaining tablespoon of oil in kettle and cook chicken, stirring, until browned. Sprinkle flour over chicken, stirring, to coat. Add broth and bring to boil. Stir in peas and mushroom mixture. Simmer, covered, about 20 minutes or until peas are tender.

While mixture is cooking, cut spinach leaves into thin strips.

When peas in simmering mixture are tender, stir spinach into the chicken mixture.

Gradually blend in mustard to taste. Simmer gently, stirring, 2 minutes,or just until spinach is tender. (Be careful to not overcook.) Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 232; Fat: 5 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 286 mg; Protein: 28 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g



CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

This recipe begins, “Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.”

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

Author: Robin Miller

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1134.shtml

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Protein: 53 g; Fat: 25 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

CHICKEN MARSALA

Servings: 4

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Ingredients

1/4 cup flour

Dash white pepper

Dash oregano

Dash basil

1-1/4 pound boneless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon safflower oil

1 tablespoon butter or margarine

1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced

1 cup marsala wine or dry sherry

Directions

Mix the flour, white pepper, oregano, and basil together on a plate.

Wash and dry the chicken breasts and coat each with the flour mixture. Reserve any leftover flour.

Heat the oil and butter in a frying pan. Add the chicken breasts and saute gently until brown and tender on both sides, about 15 minutes. Remove the breasts to a dish.

Add the mushrooms and 1/4 cup of the wine; cook for about 5 minutes over low heat. Scrape the bottom of pan to loosen any flour. Stir in any reserved flour and the remaining wine.

Simmer until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Slip the cooked breasts into the sauce. Cook gently for about 5 minutes or more.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 333; Protein: 21 g; Fat: 9.1 g; Sodium: 106 mg; Carbohydrates: 9.1 g; Exchanges: 3/4 Bread/Starch, 3 Low-Fat Meat

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

FETTUCCINE WITH CHICKEN PICCATA

https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/fettuccine-with-chicken-piccata

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Book Title: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 Servings

Ingredients

6 small boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (3 oz each)

Flour

Vegetable cooking spray

1 tablespoon margarine

2 tablespoons flour

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

2 teaspoons drained capers, optional

12 ounces fettuccine, cooked, warm

Directions

Pound chicken with flat side of meat mallet to scant 1/4 inch thickness; coat lightly with flour. Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Cook chicken over medium to medium-high heat until hot. Cook chicken over medium to medium-high heat until browned and no longer pink in center, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet.

Melt margarine in skillet; stir in 2 tablespoons flour and cook over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, wine, and lemon juice; heat to boiling. Boil, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until thickened to a medium sauce consistency, about 15 minutes more. Stir in parsley and capers.

Return chicken to sauce; cook over medium-low heat until chicken is hot through, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve chicken and sauce over pasta.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 301; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 175 mg; Cholesterol: 43.4 mg; Protein: 24.3 g; Carbohydrates: 35 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 Bread, 2 Meat

Saturday, October 7, 2017

Apples

Who doesn't love apples? While they might not scream autumn quite as loudly as, say, pumpkins or corn, apple recipes seem big this time of year. Think: apple pie on holiday tables...Enough said!

And with that, here are six diabetic apple recipes to get you through the day, including Cranberry Apple Crisp and Chicken Stuffed with Apples Almonds and Blue Cheese. Enjoy!

APPLE CINNAMON MUFFINS

Servings: 12

View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/170.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/4 cup oat bran cereal; uncooked

1 cup whole wheat flour

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp baking powder

3/4 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

1 cup apple, peeled, cored, diced

1/2 cup honey

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 egg

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Directions

Preheat oven to 375.

Coat 12 medium-size cups with vegetables oil or line with paper baking cups.

In a medium bowl combine oat bran cereal, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, soda, and salt.

In large bowl combine applesauce, honey, oil, egg, and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients; mix well. Stir in apple.

Fill prepared muffin cup almost full. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 22 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch/Bread; 1 Fat; 1/2 Fruit

MINIATURE APPLE MUFFINS

This recipe begins, “With the right amount of spice and a sprinkling of raisins, these bite-size muffins have the flavor of an old-fashioned apple cake.”

Yield: 36 servings

Source: Splenda

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1120.shtml

Ingredients

3/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 cup butter, softened

2 teaspoons molasses

2 large eggs

1/3 cup apple juice concentrate, thawed

2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon peel

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup peeled, shredded fresh apple

2/3 cup old-fashioned oats

1/2 cup raisins

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray miniature muffin pans with vegetable cooking spray; set aside.

Beat Splenda Granulated Sweetener, butter, and molasses at medium speed of an electric mixer 1 minute or until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until blended after each addition; add apple juice concentrate and lemon peel, beating until blended.

Combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, soda, and salt; add to Splenda Granulated Sweetener mixture, beating on low speed just until blended. Stir in apple, oats, and raisins.

Spoon batter into prepared pans; filling three-fourths full. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 125 mg; Cholesterol: 25 mg; Saturated Fat: 3.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Sugars: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

CRANBERRY APPLE CRISP

Yield: 8 servings

Source: Equal

View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/876.shtml

Ingredients

Filling:

3 cups peeled, cored, sliced apples

2 cups fresh or frozen thawed cranberries

1 cup Equal Spoonful*

Topping:

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup chopped pecans

1/4 cup stick butter or margarine, melted

1/2 cup Equal Spoonful**

* Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener

** Substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener

Directions

For Filling, combine apples, cranberries and 1 cup Equal in an ungreased 10-inch pie plate.

For Topping, combine flour, pecans, melted butter and 1/2 cup Equal. Mix until well blended. Sprinkle flour mixture over apples and cranberries in pie plate.

Bake in preheated 350F oven 55 to 60 minutes or until fruit is tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 145; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 67 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1-1/2 fat

GRANNY SMITH'S APPLE CRISP

This recipe begins, “A perfect warm dessert to serve a cool autumn day.”

Yield: 8 servings

Serving size: 3/4 cup crisp

Source: Splenda

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1123.shtml

Ingredients

1 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon orange zest

1/4 cup orange juice

5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch slices

1 cup uncooked old-fashioned oats

2 tablespoons Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons butter, softened

1/2 cup crisp rice cereal

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with vegetable cooking spray. Set aside.

Make Filling: Whisk together Splenda Granulated Sweetener, cinnamon, orange zest and orange juice in a large bowl; add apples and toss to coat. Transfer mixture to prepared pan; set aside.

Make Topping: Stir together oats, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, and cinnamon in a medium bowl; cut butter in with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture is crumbly. Stir in cereal and walnuts. Spoon topping over apples.

Bake 45 minutes or until topping is lightly browned. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Calories from Fat: 80; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 45 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Saturated Fat: 2.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Sugars: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 21 g

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

This recipe begins, “Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.”

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

Author: Robin Miller

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1134.shtml

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Protein: 53 g; Fat: 25 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

WASHINGTON STATE APPLE BUTTER

Yield: 3 Cups (24 Servings)

Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes

Book info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/26.shtml

Print Version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/694.shtml

Ingredients

2-1/2 pounds Golden Delicious apples, cored and cut into eighths

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

1/8 teaspoon ground mace

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Combine the apples, 3/4 cup water, and the lemon juice in a large non-stick pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain.

Push the apples through a food mill or strainer to puree and remove skin. Return the applesauce to the pot of water; add the cinnamon, cloves, mace, and brown sugar. Simmer, uncovered, over low heat until mixture thickens, about 45 to 60 minutes, stirring often.

Cover and refrigerate. Apple butter keeps in the refrigerator for 1 week. Freeze for longer storage.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 26, Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 0 mg, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 1 g, Sugars: 6 g, Protein: 0 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Fruit

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Apple of Your Eye

Who doesn't love apples? While they might not scream autumn quite as loudly as, say, pumpkins or corn, apple recipes seem big this time of year. Think: apple pie on holiday tables...Enough said!

And with that, here are six diabetic apple recipes to get you through the day. Enjoy!

APPLE CINNAMON MUFFINS

Servings: 12

View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/170.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/4 cup oat bran cereal; uncooked

1 cup whole wheat flour

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp baking powder

3/4 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

1 cup apple, peeled, cored, diced

1/2 cup honey

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 egg

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Directions

Preheat oven to 375.

Coat 12 medium-size cups with vegetables oil or line with paper baking cups.

In a medium bowl combine oat bran cereal, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, soda, and salt.

In large bowl combine applesauce, honey, oil, egg, and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients; mix well. Stir in apple.

Fill prepared muffin cup almost full. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 22 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch/Bread; 1 Fat; 1/2 Fruit

MINIATURE APPLE MUFFINS

This recipe begins, “With the right amount of spice and a sprinkling of raisins, these bite-size muffins have the flavor of an old-fashioned apple cake.”

Yield: 36 servings

Source: Splenda

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1120.shtml

Ingredients

3/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 cup butter, softened

2 teaspoons molasses

2 large eggs

1/3 cup apple juice concentrate, thawed

2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon peel

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup peeled, shredded fresh apple

2/3 cup old-fashioned oats

1/2 cup raisins

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray miniature muffin pans with vegetable cooking spray; set aside.

Beat Splenda Granulated Sweetener, butter, and molasses at medium speed of an electric mixer 1 minute or until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until blended after each addition; add apple juice concentrate and lemon peel, beating until blended.

Combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, soda, and salt; add to Splenda Granulated Sweetener mixture, beating on low speed just until blended. Stir in apple, oats, and raisins.

Spoon batter into prepared pans; filling three-fourths full. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 125 mg; Cholesterol: 25 mg; Saturated Fat: 3.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Sugars: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

CRANBERRY APPLE CRISP

Yield: 8 servings

Source: Equal

View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/876.shtml

Ingredients

Filling:

3 cups peeled, cored, sliced apples

2 cups fresh or frozen thawed cranberries

1 cup Equal Spoonful*

Topping:

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup chopped pecans

1/4 cup stick butter or margarine, melted

1/2 cup Equal Spoonful**

* Substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener

** Substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener

Directions

For Filling, combine apples, cranberries and 1 cup Equal in an ungreased 10-inch pie plate.

For Topping, combine flour, pecans, melted butter and 1/2 cup Equal. Mix until well blended. Sprinkle flour mixture over apples and cranberries in pie plate.

Bake in preheated 350F oven 55 to 60 minutes or until fruit is tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 145; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 67 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1-1/2 fat

GRANNY SMITH'S APPLE CRISP

This recipe begins, “A perfect warm dessert to serve a cool autumn day.”

Yield: 8 servings

Serving size: 3/4 cup crisp

Source: Splenda

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1123.shtml

Ingredients

1 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon orange zest

1/4 cup orange juice

5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch slices

1 cup uncooked old-fashioned oats

2 tablespoons Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons butter, softened

1/2 cup crisp rice cereal

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with vegetable cooking spray. Set aside.

Make Filling: Whisk together Splenda Granulated Sweetener, cinnamon, orange zest and orange juice in a large bowl; add apples and toss to coat. Transfer mixture to prepared pan; set aside.

Make Topping: Stir together oats, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, and cinnamon in a medium bowl; cut butter in with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture is crumbly. Stir in cereal and walnuts. Spoon topping over apples.

Bake 45 minutes or until topping is lightly browned. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 160; Calories from Fat: 80; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 45 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Saturated Fat: 2.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Sugars: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 21 g

CHICKEN STUFFED WITH APPLES, ALMONDS AND BLUE CHEESE

This recipe begins, “Apples, almonds and blue cheese, mixed with vibrant, fresh dill and stuffed into tender chicken breasts. You get a bounty of flavors in every bite.”

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Almond Board of California

Author: Robin Miller

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1134.shtml

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)

4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (any variety, including Gorgonzola)

1/2 cup slivered almonds

1 apple (preferably Mackintosh, Gala, or Jufi), peeled, cored and diced

3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

salt and freshly ground pepper

4 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon (4 teaspoons) dried minced onion (from the spice aisle)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.

Using a sharp paring knife, slice a pocket into each chicken breast, as if halving a bagel, without completely cutting through the other side.

Arrange chicken in prepared pan and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, almonds, apple, and dill. Add a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix together with a fork until mixture is well blended and comes together.

Divide mixture into four equal portions and spoon each portion into the pocket of the chicken. Brush olive oil all over the top of chicken and season the top with salt, black pepper and dried onion (1 teaspoon dried onion for each breast).

Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 490; Protein: 53 g; Fat: 25 g; Sodium: 867 mg; Cholesterol: 141 mg; Saturated Fat: 7.9 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

WASHINGTON STATE APPLE BUTTER

Yield: 3 Cups (24 Servings)

Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes

Book info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/26.shtml

Print Version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/694.shtml

Ingredients

2-1/2 pounds Golden Delicious apples, cored and cut into eighths

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

1/8 teaspoon ground mace

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Combine the apples, 3/4 cup water, and the lemon juice in a large non-stick pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain.

Push the apples through a food mill or strainer to puree and remove skin. Return the applesauce to the pot of water; add the cinnamon, cloves, mace, and brown sugar. Simmer, uncovered, over low heat until mixture thickens, about 45 to 60 minutes, stirring often.

Cover and refrigerate. Apple butter keeps in the refrigerator for 1 week. Freeze for longer storage.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 26, Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 0 mg, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 1 g, Sugars: 6 g, Protein: 0 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Fruit