It's Friday (yay!), time to get ready for the weekend. Here are six diabetic recipes to help you through the weekend, including Italian Steamed Chicken and Avocado Tortilla Soup. Enjoy!
CRANBERRY, PEAR, AND APPLE CRISP
This recipe begins, “A perfect crowd-pleaser for sure! Apples and cranberries give this low-carb dessert a festive look and taste.”
This is from Diabetic Connect.
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Ingredients
2 medium pears
1 large sweet apple
1 cup fresh whole cranberries
2 TBS lemon juice
zest of 1/2 lemon
3 TBS light sugar, divided (sugar/stevia blend)
1/3 cup almond meal/flour
1/3 cup pecan pieces
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Peel the pears and apple, core and cut into 1 inch pieces.
Toss pears, apples and cranberries in a bowl with lemon juice, zest and 1 TBS sugar. Set aside.
In a food processor, add the almond meal, pecans, cinnamon, 2 TBS sugar and coconut oil and chop until fine.
Add the sliced almonds and pulse a few times until almonds are slightly chopped.
Pour the fruit into a 8x8 baking dish or a 2 qt. casserole dish.
Crumble the topping evenly over the fruit mixture.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until fruit is tender.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 9; Calories: 167; Total Fat: 12 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Sodium: 2 mg; Carbohydrates: 15 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Protein: 2 g
AVOCADO AND MANGO SALSA
Yield: 3 cups
Servings: 12 (1/4-cup) servings.
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Ingredients
1 ripe avocado, peeled and diced
1 cup chopped ripe mango
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped jicama
Juice of 1 lime (2 tablespoons)
Salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
Directions
In a mixing bowl, combine the avocado, mango, jalapeno pepper, jicama, and lime juice.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Mix in the cilantro.
Let the salsa sit 20 minutes for flavors to meld before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 35; Protein: 0.5 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 0.5 mg; Saturated Fat: 0.5 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
ITALIAN STEAMED CHICKEN
Servings: 4
Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast
Author: Rachel Rudel, RD
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/222.shtml
Ingredients
3 lbs. skinned chicken pieces
8 oz. no added salt tomato sauce
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. lemon juice
Directions
Place skinned chicken pieces in microwave casserole dish.
Mix no added salt tomato sauce with garlic powder, oregano, basil, sugar and lemon juice.
Pour sauce over chicken and cover.
Microwave at 70% power for 16 to 18 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 163; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 73 mg; Cholesterol: 67 mg; Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat
PENNE WITH GREENS AND CANNELLINI BEANS
Yield: 6 main dish servings
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Ingredients
1 box uncooked Dreamfields Penne Rigate
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup reduced-sodium, fat free chicken broth
1 pound fresh collard or mustard greens, washed, trimmed and cut into large bite-sized pieces
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (or other white beans)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add broth; bring to boil.
Add greens; return to boil. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, uncovered, until greens are just crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Add greens with liquid to pasta; toss to coat.
Add beans; toss gently. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serving Note: Any dark, leafy greens such as kale, spinach or chard can be substituted for the collard greens.
1-1/2 cups cooked cannellini beans can be substituted for the canned beans.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 336; Protein: 16 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 128 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 11 g
FANNY'S CHICKEN AND RICE
Yield: 6 Servings
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Print version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=711
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Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
AVOCADO TORTILLA SOUP
This soup recipe begins, “Serve with a crisp salad for a soup-and-salad meal.”
Yield: 8 servings.
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Ingredients
3 cans (14-ounces each) fat free, less salt (or lower sodium) chicken broth
2 cans (10.75-ounces each) low sodium, condensed tomato soup
1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves only
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 ripe California avocado, seeded, peeled and cubed (Reserve 8 cubes for garnish)
8 corn tortilla chips, crumbled
Directions
In a large pan combine chicken broth, soup, cilantro, garlic, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, decrease heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Cool slightly, and puree in batches in a blender.
Return to pan, add avocado cubes and heat through.
Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with reserved avocado cubes and crumbled tortilla chips.
Serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 142; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 383 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g
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Friday, June 9, 2017
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Chicken!
There was a time when chicken was relegated to Sunday dinner. Now it's an anytime meal. Here are six diabetic chicken recipes to help you through the day, including Apple-Chicken Quesadillas and Italian Steamed Chicken. Enjoy!
AUTUMN CHICKEN STEW
This recipe begins, “This simple chicken stew stars three of fall’s best crops—apples, carrots and parsnips. Serve with toasted sharp Cheddar cheese sandwiches and a brown ale.”
Servings: 6, 1 1/2 cups each; Total Time: 45 minutes
This is from Diabetic Connect.
Click here to view this online.
Ingredients
5 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large onion, chopped
4 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary, or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
Directions
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Add the remaining 3 teaspoons oil to the pot. Add onion, parsnips, carrots, rosemary, salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables begin to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add broth and apples; bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Return the chicken to the pot and stir in vinegar.
MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE CHICKEN SALAD
Makes 4 servings.
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Ingredients
3/4 pound baked or grilled chicken breasts
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. dried oregano
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 2.2-ounce can (1/2 cup) black olives, pitted and roughly chopped
1 Tbsp. tiny capers, well-rinsed and drained
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup thin green beans, cooked, drained, and cooled
Romaine lettuce leaves, for serving bed (whole wheat pita bread for sandwiches optional)
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
Directions
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Place in a bowl and combine with oil, oregano and lemon juice. Let stand for about 1 hour.
Toss the chicken mix with olives, capers, tomatoes and green beans. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Arrange the salad on the romaine leaves. Sprinkle with parsley and serve. This recipe would also work on whole-wheat pita bread.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 240; Protein: 27 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 280 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g
APPLE-CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
This recipe begins, “You may be surprised at the idea of combining chicken and apples inside a crispy tortilla, but the taste will amaze you.”
This is from Diabetic Connect.
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Ingredients
2 medium tart apples, sliced
1 cup diced cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 low-carb tortillas, fajita-sized, warmed
3/4 cup shredded lettuce
3/4 cup salsa
6 tablespoons sour cream
Directions
In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Place about 3/4 cup on half of each tortilla. Fold tortilla in half over filling and secure with toothpicks.
Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
Carefully turn quesadillas over; bake 5-8 minutes longer or until golden brown. Discard toothpicks. Cut each quesadilla into three wedges. Serve with lettuce, salsa, and sour cream.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 12; Calories – 121; Total Fat – 5 g; Saturated Fat – 3 g; Sodium – 196 mg; Carbohydrates – 13 g; Fiber – 2 g; Sugars – 4 g; Protein – 7 g
ITALIAN STEAMED CHICKEN
Servings: 4
Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast
Author: Rachel Rudel, RD
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/222.shtml
Ingredients
3 lbs. skinned chicken pieces
8 oz. no added salt tomato sauce
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. lemon juice
Directions
Place skinned chicken pieces in microwave casserole dish.
Mix no added salt tomato sauce with garlic powder, oregano, basil, sugar and lemon juice.
Pour sauce over chicken and cover.
Microwave at 70% power for 16 to 18 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 163; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 73 mg; Cholesterol: 67 mg; Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat
CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI IN MUSHROOM SAUCE
Servings: 6
Source: American Heart Association
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/220.shtml
Ingredients
Vegetable oil spray
10 ounces fresh broccoli spears (or 10-ounce package frozen)
2 cups diced, cooked chicken
For Sauce:
1 teaspoon light margarine
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (2-1/2 to 3 cups)
1-1/3 cups Chicken Broth
5-ounce can fat-free evaporated milk (2/3 cup)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sliced green onions
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Dash of nutmeg
For Topping:
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs (or 1/2 slice bread)
2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Directions
Lightly spray a 9-inch square baking pan with vegetable oil spray.
Steam broccoli spears until tender-crisp, then plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain and blot dry on paper towels. Arrange in baking pan.
Evenly place chicken over broccoli. Set aside.
For sauce, heat margarine in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Swirl to coat bottom. Cook mushrooms, covered, for 7 to 9 minutes, or until they've been released of their juices. Increase heat to high and cook, uncovered, for 1 to 2 minutes to allow liquid to evaporate. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Pour broth and milk into a medium saucepan. Whisk in flour. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in green onions, Parmesan, nutmeg, and mushrooms. Pour over chicken in baking pan.
In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake for 25 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 165; Protein: 18 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 150 mg; Carbohydrates: 12 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch; 2-1/2 Low-Fat Meat
FANNY'S CHICKEN AND RICE
Yield: 6 Servings
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Print version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=711
Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/711.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
AUTUMN CHICKEN STEW
This recipe begins, “This simple chicken stew stars three of fall’s best crops—apples, carrots and parsnips. Serve with toasted sharp Cheddar cheese sandwiches and a brown ale.”
Servings: 6, 1 1/2 cups each; Total Time: 45 minutes
This is from Diabetic Connect.
Click here to view this online.
Ingredients
5 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large onion, chopped
4 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary, or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
Directions
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Add the remaining 3 teaspoons oil to the pot. Add onion, parsnips, carrots, rosemary, salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables begin to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add broth and apples; bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Return the chicken to the pot and stir in vinegar.
MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE CHICKEN SALAD
Makes 4 servings.
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Ingredients
3/4 pound baked or grilled chicken breasts
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. dried oregano
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 2.2-ounce can (1/2 cup) black olives, pitted and roughly chopped
1 Tbsp. tiny capers, well-rinsed and drained
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup thin green beans, cooked, drained, and cooled
Romaine lettuce leaves, for serving bed (whole wheat pita bread for sandwiches optional)
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
Directions
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Place in a bowl and combine with oil, oregano and lemon juice. Let stand for about 1 hour.
Toss the chicken mix with olives, capers, tomatoes and green beans. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Arrange the salad on the romaine leaves. Sprinkle with parsley and serve. This recipe would also work on whole-wheat pita bread.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 240; Protein: 27 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 280 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g
APPLE-CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
This recipe begins, “You may be surprised at the idea of combining chicken and apples inside a crispy tortilla, but the taste will amaze you.”
This is from Diabetic Connect.
Click here to view this online.
Ingredients
2 medium tart apples, sliced
1 cup diced cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 low-carb tortillas, fajita-sized, warmed
3/4 cup shredded lettuce
3/4 cup salsa
6 tablespoons sour cream
Directions
In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Place about 3/4 cup on half of each tortilla. Fold tortilla in half over filling and secure with toothpicks.
Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
Carefully turn quesadillas over; bake 5-8 minutes longer or until golden brown. Discard toothpicks. Cut each quesadilla into three wedges. Serve with lettuce, salsa, and sour cream.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 12; Calories – 121; Total Fat – 5 g; Saturated Fat – 3 g; Sodium – 196 mg; Carbohydrates – 13 g; Fiber – 2 g; Sugars – 4 g; Protein – 7 g
ITALIAN STEAMED CHICKEN
Servings: 4
Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast
Author: Rachel Rudel, RD
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/222.shtml
Ingredients
3 lbs. skinned chicken pieces
8 oz. no added salt tomato sauce
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. lemon juice
Directions
Place skinned chicken pieces in microwave casserole dish.
Mix no added salt tomato sauce with garlic powder, oregano, basil, sugar and lemon juice.
Pour sauce over chicken and cover.
Microwave at 70% power for 16 to 18 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 163; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 73 mg; Cholesterol: 67 mg; Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat
CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI IN MUSHROOM SAUCE
Servings: 6
Source: American Heart Association
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/220.shtml
Ingredients
Vegetable oil spray
10 ounces fresh broccoli spears (or 10-ounce package frozen)
2 cups diced, cooked chicken
For Sauce:
1 teaspoon light margarine
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (2-1/2 to 3 cups)
1-1/3 cups Chicken Broth
5-ounce can fat-free evaporated milk (2/3 cup)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sliced green onions
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Dash of nutmeg
For Topping:
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs (or 1/2 slice bread)
2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Directions
Lightly spray a 9-inch square baking pan with vegetable oil spray.
Steam broccoli spears until tender-crisp, then plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain and blot dry on paper towels. Arrange in baking pan.
Evenly place chicken over broccoli. Set aside.
For sauce, heat margarine in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Swirl to coat bottom. Cook mushrooms, covered, for 7 to 9 minutes, or until they've been released of their juices. Increase heat to high and cook, uncovered, for 1 to 2 minutes to allow liquid to evaporate. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Pour broth and milk into a medium saucepan. Whisk in flour. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in green onions, Parmesan, nutmeg, and mushrooms. Pour over chicken in baking pan.
In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake for 25 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 165; Protein: 18 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 150 mg; Carbohydrates: 12 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch; 2-1/2 Low-Fat Meat
FANNY'S CHICKEN AND RICE
Yield: 6 Servings
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Print version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=711
Online version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/711.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
Friday, November 18, 2016
Chicken
Here are six chicken diabetic recipes to help you through the weekend. Enjoy!
SPICY THAI CHICKEN
Servings: 2 (4 oz. each)
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/143.shtml
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Ingredients
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
2 tbsp white vinegar
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 packet Equal sugar substitute (or similar substitute)
2-4oz boneless chicken breasts, skinned
1 lime, sliced into 6 wedges
Directions
Puree red bell pepper with vinegar in a food processor.
Pour puree into a saucepan. Add red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 3 minutes more.
Remove from the heat and let stand til cool.
Once the red pepper puree is cooled, stir in the Equal sugar substitute.
In a preheated oven, broil the chicken breasts for about 10 minutes (or until browned). Turn chicken and broil approximately 5 minutes more.
Prepare a serving platter with a bed of hot, cooked, white rice, brown rice, or couscous.
Remove chicken from oven and place breasts atop the bed of rice/couscous. Spoon the spicy red pepper sauce atop the chicken breasts, garnish with the lime wedges, and serve at once.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 200; Protein: 35 g; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Carbohydrates: 331; Exchanges: 4 Lean Meat
FANNY'S CHICKEN AND RICE
Yield: 6 Servings
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/711.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP WITH KALE
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Ingredients
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup fresh onion, chopped
1/2 cup carrots, chopped
1 teaspoon ground thyme
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
2 cups water (or chicken broth)
3/4 cup tomatoes, red, fresh, year round average, chopped or sliced
1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
1/2 cup brown rice, medium grain, cooked (or substitute white rice)
1 cup kale, chopped (about one large leaf)
Directions
Heat oil in a medium sauce pan. Add onion and carrot. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5-8 minutes. Add thyme and garlic. Saute for one more minute.
Add water or broth, tomatoes, cooked rice, chicken, and kale. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Nutritional Facts: Servings 3; Calories 184.4; Total Carbs 17.1g; Dietary Fiber 2.8g; Sugars 3.3g; Total Fat 6g; Saturated Fat 1.1g; Unsaturated Fat 4.9g; Potassium 0mg; Protein 15.1g; Sodium 58.3mg; Dietary Exchanges: 1 Fat; 1/2 Meat; 1/2 Starch; 2 Vegetable; 2 Very Lean Meat
CHICKEN OLE
Yield: 4 servings
Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/745.shtml
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, sliced and separated into rings
14-1/2 ounce can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
1 cup frozen (thawed) whole kernel corn
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or sliced scallions
Directions
Sprinkle the chicken with the cumin and pepper and toss to mix well. Set aside.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with the olive oil and preheat over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for several minutes, until nicely browned.
Add the onions, reduce the heat to medium, cover, and cook for a couple of minutes, until the onion softens.
Add the undrained tomatoes to the skillet and let the mixture come to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Add the corn and cook covered for 5 minutes more.
Serve hot, topping each serving with a sprinkling of the cilantro or scallions. Serve over brown rice or whole-wheat couscous if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 231; Protein: 29 g; Fat: 5.2 g ; Sodium: 403 mg; Cholesterol: 65 mg; Saturated Fat: 0.9 g; Dietary Fiber: 3.2 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 3 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Starch, 1-1/2 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD WITH NAPA CABBAGE
Serving size is 4 oz. chicken, 1 cup cabbage, and 1/4 cup snow peas.
Yield: 4 servings
Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/860.shtml
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
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
SPICY THAI CHICKEN
Servings: 2 (4 oz. each)
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/143.shtml
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Ingredients
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
2 tbsp white vinegar
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 packet Equal sugar substitute (or similar substitute)
2-4oz boneless chicken breasts, skinned
1 lime, sliced into 6 wedges
Directions
Puree red bell pepper with vinegar in a food processor.
Pour puree into a saucepan. Add red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 3 minutes more.
Remove from the heat and let stand til cool.
Once the red pepper puree is cooled, stir in the Equal sugar substitute.
In a preheated oven, broil the chicken breasts for about 10 minutes (or until browned). Turn chicken and broil approximately 5 minutes more.
Prepare a serving platter with a bed of hot, cooked, white rice, brown rice, or couscous.
Remove chicken from oven and place breasts atop the bed of rice/couscous. Spoon the spicy red pepper sauce atop the chicken breasts, garnish with the lime wedges, and serve at once.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 200; Protein: 35 g; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Carbohydrates: 331; Exchanges: 4 Lean Meat
FANNY'S CHICKEN AND RICE
Yield: 6 Servings
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/711.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP WITH KALE
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Ingredients
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup fresh onion, chopped
1/2 cup carrots, chopped
1 teaspoon ground thyme
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
2 cups water (or chicken broth)
3/4 cup tomatoes, red, fresh, year round average, chopped or sliced
1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
1/2 cup brown rice, medium grain, cooked (or substitute white rice)
1 cup kale, chopped (about one large leaf)
Directions
Heat oil in a medium sauce pan. Add onion and carrot. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5-8 minutes. Add thyme and garlic. Saute for one more minute.
Add water or broth, tomatoes, cooked rice, chicken, and kale. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Nutritional Facts: Servings 3; Calories 184.4; Total Carbs 17.1g; Dietary Fiber 2.8g; Sugars 3.3g; Total Fat 6g; Saturated Fat 1.1g; Unsaturated Fat 4.9g; Potassium 0mg; Protein 15.1g; Sodium 58.3mg; Dietary Exchanges: 1 Fat; 1/2 Meat; 1/2 Starch; 2 Vegetable; 2 Very Lean Meat
CHICKEN OLE
Yield: 4 servings
Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/745.shtml
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, sliced and separated into rings
14-1/2 ounce can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
1 cup frozen (thawed) whole kernel corn
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or sliced scallions
Directions
Sprinkle the chicken with the cumin and pepper and toss to mix well. Set aside.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with the olive oil and preheat over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for several minutes, until nicely browned.
Add the onions, reduce the heat to medium, cover, and cook for a couple of minutes, until the onion softens.
Add the undrained tomatoes to the skillet and let the mixture come to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Add the corn and cook covered for 5 minutes more.
Serve hot, topping each serving with a sprinkling of the cilantro or scallions. Serve over brown rice or whole-wheat couscous if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 231; Protein: 29 g; Fat: 5.2 g ; Sodium: 403 mg; Cholesterol: 65 mg; Saturated Fat: 0.9 g; Dietary Fiber: 3.2 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 3 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Starch, 1-1/2 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD WITH NAPA CABBAGE
Serving size is 4 oz. chicken, 1 cup cabbage, and 1/4 cup snow peas.
Yield: 4 servings
Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/860.shtml
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
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
Friday, July 1, 2016
Friday Recipes and a Recall
Before getting to today's recipes, The Diabetic News reports a frozen vegetable recall. According to The Diabetic News, “Frozen peas and frozen mixed vegetables are being recalled by six brands, including Great Value from Walmart and Market Pantry from Target, due to possible risk of Listeria monocytogenes.” While healthy people might “suffer only short-term symptoms” from listeria, it can cause miscarriages and stillbirths. To read the article, titled “Frozen Vegetable Recall: Peas and Mixed Vegetables from Multiple Brands”, click here.
And now for today's six diabetic recipes. Enjoy!
Note: Monday is the 4th of July. I will be posting recipes Monday morning to help with your 4th of July celebrations.
NOODLE KUGEL
Yield: 12 Servings
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/684.shtml
Ingredients
8 ounces uncooked broad egg noodles
3 large eggs, beaten, or 3/4 cup egg substitute
3/4 cup low-fat small-curd cottage cheese
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large tart apple, peeled, cored, and diced in 1/4-inch pieces
1/4 cup raisins, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes and drained
1/4 cup margarine, melted
Directions
Cook the noodles according to the package directions, omitting salt; drain well. There should be 4 cups of cooked noodles.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Prepare an 8-inch-square pan with non-stick pan spray.
Combine the eggs, cottage cheese, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla in a large bowl. Stir in the noodles, apple, and raisins. Pour into the prepared dish.
Drizzle the margarine evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake, uncovered, for 45 to 55 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Cut the kugel into 12 equal pieces (about 2 x 2 inches). Serve hot or chilled.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 156; Protein: 6 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 122 mg; Cholesterol: 71 mg; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Sugars: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 1 Fat
HOT AND SOUR SOUP
Yield: 8 servings.
Serving size: 1 cup
Source: Stella Fong, Food Writer, CanolaInfo
View photo and recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1202.shtml
Ingredients
4 dried Chinese black (shiitake) mushrooms
hot water
2 tsp canola oil
1 carrot, peeled and julienned
5 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup canned bamboo shoots, drained, julienned
3 Tbsp cornstarch, dissolved in 1/4 cup cold water
3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup rice vinegar
3/4 tsp ground white pepper
6 oz savory baked or firm tofu, julienned
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
Directions
In small bowl, soak dried mushrooms in hot water for 20 minutes or until softened. Cut off stems and any hard areas and discard. Cut caps into thin slices. Set aside.
In stock pot, heat canola oil over medium-high heat.
Add mushrooms and carrots and cook 2 minutes or until carrots are just soft.
Add vegetable broth and bamboo shoots and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture and stir until soup thickens, about 2 minutes. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar and white pepper. Stir.
Add tofu and bring soup back to a boil.
While stirring soup in circular motion in one direction, pour eggs in thin stream into soup.
Remove soup from heat. Stir in green onions. Taste and adjust flavor with rice vinegar and white pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 3.5 g; Sodium: 450 mg; Cholesterol: 55 mg; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g
STEAK, ROASTED TOMATO AND BEAN CHILI
Makes 8 servings.
View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1259.shtml
Ingredients
3 pounds Shoulder Steaks, cut 3/4-inch thick
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2-1/2 cups no-salt added roasted tomato salsa
1/4 cup chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin
2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt added black beans, rinsed, drained
Optional Toppings/Additions: Guacamole, chopped fresh cilantro, chopped purple onion, chopped tomato, shredded cheese
Directions
Cut beef steaks into 3/4-inch pieces.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in stockpot over medium heat until hot. Brown beef in three batches. Set aside.
Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, bell pepper and onion to same stockpot. Cook and stir 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Return beef and accumulated juices to stockpot.
Add salsa, chili powder and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours or until beef is fork-tender.
Stir in beans; cook, uncovered, 10 to 15 minutes or until beans are heated through, stirring occasionally.
Serve chili in bowls. Garnish with Toppings, as desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 289; Protein: 32 g; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 264 mg; Cholesterol: 78 mg; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Dietary Fiber: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g
PENNE WITH GREENS AND CANNELLINI BEANS
Yield: 6 main dish servings
Source: Dreamfields Healthy Carb Pasta
Author: Jim Coleman
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/713.shtml
Ingredients
1 box uncooked Dreamfields Penne Rigate
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup reduced-sodium, fat free chicken broth
1 pound fresh collard or mustard greens, washed, trimmed and cut into large bite-sized pieces
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (or other white beans)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add broth; bring to boil.
Add greens; return to boil. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, uncovered, until greens are just crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Add greens with liquid to pasta; toss to coat. Add beans; toss gently. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serving Note: Any dark, leafy greens such as kale, spinach or chard can be substituted for the collard greens. 1-1/2 cups cooked cannellini beans can be substituted for the canned beans.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 336; Protein: 16 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 128 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 11 g
APPLE OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES
Yield: 4 dozen cookies
Serving size: 1 cookie
View online with photo: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1254.shtml
Ingredients
1-1/4 cups Equal Spoonful or Granulated *
1 cup unsweetened applesauce **
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
6 tablespoons stick butter, softened
1 egg
1/3 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups quick or old-fashioned oats, uncooked
1 cup raisins
*May substitute 30 packets Equal sweetener
** Apple butter may be substituted for the unsweetened applesauce for a slightly spicier version.
Directions
Combine Equal, applesauce, brown sugar, butter, egg, milk and vanilla. Mix with electric mixer until well blended. Stir in combined flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Gradually mix in oats and raisins until well combined.
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto sprayed baking sheets.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 10 to 12 minutes or until light golden in color. Remove from baking sheet and cool completely on wire rack.
Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 63; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 43 mg; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Carbohydrates: 11 g; Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat
FANNY’S CHICKEN AND RICE
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Yield: 6 Servings
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/711.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
ATHENIAN MEATLOAF WITH YOGURT-CUCUMBER SAUCE
Makes 8 servings
View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1258.shtml
Ingredients
2 pounds 96% lean Ground Beef
1 cup soft bread crumbs*
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 large egg
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons dried Greek seasoning, divided
1 cup low-fat or regular Greek-style yogurt
1/2 cup diced cucumber
* To make soft breadcrumbs: Tear several slices of fresh bread (French or whole wheat work well) into 1-inch pieces and pulse in a blender or food processor to make coarse crumbs. One slice of bread yields about 1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs.
Directions
Preheat oven to 350F.
Combine Ground Beef, bread crumbs, onion, milk, egg, 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
Shape beef mixture into 10 x 4-inch loaf on rack in broiler pan.
Bake in 350F oven 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours, until instant-read thermometer inserted into center registers 160F.
Meanwhile, combine yogurt, cucumber and remaining 1-1/2 teaspoons Greek seasoning in medium bowl. Set aside.
Let stand 10 minutes; cut into slices. Serve with cucumber-yogurt sauce.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 187; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 240 mg; Cholesterol: 95 mg; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Dietary Fiber: .4 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g
And now for today's six diabetic recipes. Enjoy!
Note: Monday is the 4th of July. I will be posting recipes Monday morning to help with your 4th of July celebrations.
NOODLE KUGEL
Yield: 12 Servings
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/684.shtml
Ingredients
8 ounces uncooked broad egg noodles
3 large eggs, beaten, or 3/4 cup egg substitute
3/4 cup low-fat small-curd cottage cheese
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large tart apple, peeled, cored, and diced in 1/4-inch pieces
1/4 cup raisins, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes and drained
1/4 cup margarine, melted
Directions
Cook the noodles according to the package directions, omitting salt; drain well. There should be 4 cups of cooked noodles.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Prepare an 8-inch-square pan with non-stick pan spray.
Combine the eggs, cottage cheese, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla in a large bowl. Stir in the noodles, apple, and raisins. Pour into the prepared dish.
Drizzle the margarine evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake, uncovered, for 45 to 55 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Cut the kugel into 12 equal pieces (about 2 x 2 inches). Serve hot or chilled.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 156; Protein: 6 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 122 mg; Cholesterol: 71 mg; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Sugars: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 1 Fat
HOT AND SOUR SOUP
Yield: 8 servings.
Serving size: 1 cup
Source: Stella Fong, Food Writer, CanolaInfo
View photo and recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1202.shtml
Ingredients
4 dried Chinese black (shiitake) mushrooms
hot water
2 tsp canola oil
1 carrot, peeled and julienned
5 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup canned bamboo shoots, drained, julienned
3 Tbsp cornstarch, dissolved in 1/4 cup cold water
3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup rice vinegar
3/4 tsp ground white pepper
6 oz savory baked or firm tofu, julienned
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
Directions
In small bowl, soak dried mushrooms in hot water for 20 minutes or until softened. Cut off stems and any hard areas and discard. Cut caps into thin slices. Set aside.
In stock pot, heat canola oil over medium-high heat.
Add mushrooms and carrots and cook 2 minutes or until carrots are just soft.
Add vegetable broth and bamboo shoots and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture and stir until soup thickens, about 2 minutes. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar and white pepper. Stir.
Add tofu and bring soup back to a boil.
While stirring soup in circular motion in one direction, pour eggs in thin stream into soup.
Remove soup from heat. Stir in green onions. Taste and adjust flavor with rice vinegar and white pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 3.5 g; Sodium: 450 mg; Cholesterol: 55 mg; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g
STEAK, ROASTED TOMATO AND BEAN CHILI
Makes 8 servings.
View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1259.shtml
Ingredients
3 pounds Shoulder Steaks, cut 3/4-inch thick
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2-1/2 cups no-salt added roasted tomato salsa
1/4 cup chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin
2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt added black beans, rinsed, drained
Optional Toppings/Additions: Guacamole, chopped fresh cilantro, chopped purple onion, chopped tomato, shredded cheese
Directions
Cut beef steaks into 3/4-inch pieces.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in stockpot over medium heat until hot. Brown beef in three batches. Set aside.
Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, bell pepper and onion to same stockpot. Cook and stir 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Return beef and accumulated juices to stockpot.
Add salsa, chili powder and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours or until beef is fork-tender.
Stir in beans; cook, uncovered, 10 to 15 minutes or until beans are heated through, stirring occasionally.
Serve chili in bowls. Garnish with Toppings, as desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 289; Protein: 32 g; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 264 mg; Cholesterol: 78 mg; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Dietary Fiber: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g
PENNE WITH GREENS AND CANNELLINI BEANS
Yield: 6 main dish servings
Source: Dreamfields Healthy Carb Pasta
Author: Jim Coleman
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/713.shtml
Ingredients
1 box uncooked Dreamfields Penne Rigate
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup reduced-sodium, fat free chicken broth
1 pound fresh collard or mustard greens, washed, trimmed and cut into large bite-sized pieces
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (or other white beans)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan.
Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add broth; bring to boil.
Add greens; return to boil. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, uncovered, until greens are just crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Add greens with liquid to pasta; toss to coat. Add beans; toss gently. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serving Note: Any dark, leafy greens such as kale, spinach or chard can be substituted for the collard greens. 1-1/2 cups cooked cannellini beans can be substituted for the canned beans.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 336; Protein: 16 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 128 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 11 g
APPLE OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES
Yield: 4 dozen cookies
Serving size: 1 cookie
View online with photo: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1254.shtml
Ingredients
1-1/4 cups Equal Spoonful or Granulated *
1 cup unsweetened applesauce **
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
6 tablespoons stick butter, softened
1 egg
1/3 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups quick or old-fashioned oats, uncooked
1 cup raisins
*May substitute 30 packets Equal sweetener
** Apple butter may be substituted for the unsweetened applesauce for a slightly spicier version.
Directions
Combine Equal, applesauce, brown sugar, butter, egg, milk and vanilla. Mix with electric mixer until well blended. Stir in combined flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Gradually mix in oats and raisins until well combined.
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto sprayed baking sheets.
Bake in preheated 350F oven 10 to 12 minutes or until light golden in color. Remove from baking sheet and cool completely on wire rack.
Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 63; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 43 mg; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Carbohydrates: 11 g; Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat
FANNY’S CHICKEN AND RICE
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Yield: 6 Servings
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/711.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
ATHENIAN MEATLOAF WITH YOGURT-CUCUMBER SAUCE
Makes 8 servings
View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1258.shtml
Ingredients
2 pounds 96% lean Ground Beef
1 cup soft bread crumbs*
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 large egg
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons dried Greek seasoning, divided
1 cup low-fat or regular Greek-style yogurt
1/2 cup diced cucumber
* To make soft breadcrumbs: Tear several slices of fresh bread (French or whole wheat work well) into 1-inch pieces and pulse in a blender or food processor to make coarse crumbs. One slice of bread yields about 1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs.
Directions
Preheat oven to 350F.
Combine Ground Beef, bread crumbs, onion, milk, egg, 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
Shape beef mixture into 10 x 4-inch loaf on rack in broiler pan.
Bake in 350F oven 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours, until instant-read thermometer inserted into center registers 160F.
Meanwhile, combine yogurt, cucumber and remaining 1-1/2 teaspoons Greek seasoning in medium bowl. Set aside.
Let stand 10 minutes; cut into slices. Serve with cucumber-yogurt sauce.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 187; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 240 mg; Cholesterol: 95 mg; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Dietary Fiber: .4 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Wednesday Recipes
Many people think of diabetes as a disease that one develops as an adult. While this may be true for Type II diabetes, many children (and their families) are struggling with Type I diabetes. Today's article from Diabetic Gourmet Magazine discusses healthy diets when dealing with Type I diabetes. It's titled ”Healthy Diets for Kids with Type 1 Diabetes Can Be Hard on Parents”. If you're dealing with a child with Type 1 diabetes, you'll no doubt find helpful info in the article.
And now, for today's six recipes. Enjoy!
ORANGE AND ALMOND CAKE
Yield: 10 slices; Serving Size: 1 slice
Source: "Great Healthy Food - Diabetes" by Azmina Govindji
Book Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/17.shtml
Print Version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/613.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 large eggs
1/2 cup reduced-fat margarine, at room temperature
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/3 cup ground almonds
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Lightly grease the base of an 8-inch non-stick baking pan and line with parchment paper.
Sift the flour, salt and baking powder together. Beat the eggs until they are light and frothy.
Beat the margarine and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the beaten eggs gradually, beating well between each addition. If the mixture shows any signs of curdling, beat in a little of the flour mixture.
Stir in the flour mixture together with the ground almonds, almond extract and orange zest and mix lightly to a thick, fluid (but not runny) consistency, adding a little orange juice or water if necessary.
Pour into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake in the center of the oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean when inserted into the center.
Strip off the parchment paper and leave the cake to cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/10 of recipe): Calories: 122, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrate: 16 g, Fiber: 0 g, Cholesterol: 32 mg, Sodium: 99 mg, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 2/3 Other Carbohydrate, 1 Fat
CHOCOLATE FILLED CAKE ROLL
Servings: 4 (1/2 cup)
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/118.shtml
Ingredients
Cake:
5 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
3 packets of Sweet'n Low
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
Filling:
2 cups skim milk
1 package sugar-free chocolate instant pudding mix
Topping:
2 teaspoons sugar-free cocoa mix
Directions
Preheat oven to 400F.
Grease and line the bottom of a 10x15" jelly roll pan with waxed paper.
Beat eggs in a large bowl with electric mixer until fluffy.
Sprinkle sugar, Sweet'n Low and vanilla over eggs; continue beating for 2 minutes.
Sift flour, cornstarch, and baking powder together.
Sprinkle half the mixture over batter; fold in with spatula.
Repeat with remaining flour mixture.
Spread batter evenly in pan.
Bake on center rack in oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until cake is golden and springs back when lightly touched.
Arrange a towel on work surface and cover with aluminum foil.
Loosen edges of cake; unmold on foil.
Roll cake jelly roll style, using towel as a guide.
Leave cake rolled until it cools into jelly roll shape.
To make filling, blend milk with pudding mix according to package directions.
Refrigerate pudding until it thickens.
Unroll cake, spread evenly with pudding, and reroll.
Lightly sprinkle sugar-free cocoa over the top to decorate.
Cut into 1" slices and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 122; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 197 mg; Cholesterol: 92 mg; Carbohydrates: 21 g; Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1/2 Skim Milk; 1/2 Fat; 1 Starch
BEAN BURGERS
Yield: 8 servings
Source: "Magic Menus for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/3.shtml
Ingredient
1 (16 ounce) can kidney, pinto, or black beans
2 cups cooked brown rice or millet
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher.
Divide mixture into 8 burgers, making patties about 1/2 inch thick. You may need to wet your hands to keep the mixture from sticking.
Coat a nonstick skillet with vegetable spray. Cook burgers over medium heat until browned on both sides, about 7-9 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 burger): Calories: 122, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 308 mg, Carbohydrate: 22 g, Dietary Fiber: 3 g, Sugars: 3 g, Protein: 6 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch
FANNY'S CHICKEN AND RICE
Yield: 6 Servings
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/711.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
GINGERED ORANGE CARROTS
4 g sugars and 2 g dietary fiber.
Makes about 2 cups (4 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/351.shtml
Ingredients
6 medium carrots (about 3/4 pound), peeled and sliced
1/2 cup homemade chicken broth, or canned reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons margarine
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot, or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Directions
Combine the carrots and broth in a medium saucepan. Cover and simmer over low heat until almost tender, about 10 minutes.
Add the orange juice, margarine, and ginger; simmer, uncovered, until almost all the liquid is absorbed. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 52; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 72 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg ; Carbohydrates: 8 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
ZUCCHINI-ONION FRITTATA
Yield: 4 servings
Source: "The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/60.shtml
View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/772.shtml
Ingredients
2 cups fat-free egg substitute
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 medium zucchini squashes, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and Parmesan cheese and set aside.
Coat the bottom and sides of a large, nonstick, oven-proof skillet with cooking spray and add the olive oil. Add the zucchini, onions, garlic, salt, and pepper and saute over medium-high heat for several minutes, until tender. Spread the mixture evenly over the bottom of the skillet.
Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables. Cook without stirring for 3 minutes, until the bottom of the frittata is just set.
Place the frittata in the oven and bake uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes or until the eggs are set but not dry. Loosen the edges of the frittata and invert it onto a plate. Cut the frittata into 4 wedges and serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/4 of recipe): Calories: 139, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Cholesterol: 5 mg, Fat: 5.4 g, Saturated Fat: 1.7 g, Fiber: 1.4 g, Protein: 16 g, Sodium: 514 mg, Calcium: 142 mg
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Very Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable, 1 Fat
And now, for today's six recipes. Enjoy!
ORANGE AND ALMOND CAKE
Yield: 10 slices; Serving Size: 1 slice
Source: "Great Healthy Food - Diabetes" by Azmina Govindji
Book Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/17.shtml
Print Version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/613.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 large eggs
1/2 cup reduced-fat margarine, at room temperature
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/3 cup ground almonds
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Lightly grease the base of an 8-inch non-stick baking pan and line with parchment paper.
Sift the flour, salt and baking powder together. Beat the eggs until they are light and frothy.
Beat the margarine and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the beaten eggs gradually, beating well between each addition. If the mixture shows any signs of curdling, beat in a little of the flour mixture.
Stir in the flour mixture together with the ground almonds, almond extract and orange zest and mix lightly to a thick, fluid (but not runny) consistency, adding a little orange juice or water if necessary.
Pour into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake in the center of the oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean when inserted into the center.
Strip off the parchment paper and leave the cake to cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/10 of recipe): Calories: 122, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrate: 16 g, Fiber: 0 g, Cholesterol: 32 mg, Sodium: 99 mg, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 2/3 Other Carbohydrate, 1 Fat
CHOCOLATE FILLED CAKE ROLL
Servings: 4 (1/2 cup)
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/118.shtml
Ingredients
Cake:
5 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
3 packets of Sweet'n Low
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
Filling:
2 cups skim milk
1 package sugar-free chocolate instant pudding mix
Topping:
2 teaspoons sugar-free cocoa mix
Directions
Preheat oven to 400F.
Grease and line the bottom of a 10x15" jelly roll pan with waxed paper.
Beat eggs in a large bowl with electric mixer until fluffy.
Sprinkle sugar, Sweet'n Low and vanilla over eggs; continue beating for 2 minutes.
Sift flour, cornstarch, and baking powder together.
Sprinkle half the mixture over batter; fold in with spatula.
Repeat with remaining flour mixture.
Spread batter evenly in pan.
Bake on center rack in oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until cake is golden and springs back when lightly touched.
Arrange a towel on work surface and cover with aluminum foil.
Loosen edges of cake; unmold on foil.
Roll cake jelly roll style, using towel as a guide.
Leave cake rolled until it cools into jelly roll shape.
To make filling, blend milk with pudding mix according to package directions.
Refrigerate pudding until it thickens.
Unroll cake, spread evenly with pudding, and reroll.
Lightly sprinkle sugar-free cocoa over the top to decorate.
Cut into 1" slices and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 122; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 197 mg; Cholesterol: 92 mg; Carbohydrates: 21 g; Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1/2 Skim Milk; 1/2 Fat; 1 Starch
BEAN BURGERS
Yield: 8 servings
Source: "Magic Menus for People with Diabetes"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/3.shtml
Ingredient
1 (16 ounce) can kidney, pinto, or black beans
2 cups cooked brown rice or millet
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher.
Divide mixture into 8 burgers, making patties about 1/2 inch thick. You may need to wet your hands to keep the mixture from sticking.
Coat a nonstick skillet with vegetable spray. Cook burgers over medium heat until browned on both sides, about 7-9 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 burger): Calories: 122, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 4 mg, Sodium: 308 mg, Carbohydrate: 22 g, Dietary Fiber: 3 g, Sugars: 3 g, Protein: 6 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch
FANNY'S CHICKEN AND RICE
Yield: 6 Servings
Serving Size: 1 breast half, or 1 drumstick and thigh, plus 1/2 cup rice and 1/2 cup sauce.
Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/711.shtml
Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
6 skinless chicken breasts, or 6 skinless chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon canola or corn oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14-15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Prepare a shallow baking pan with non-stick pan spray.
Add the rice to 3 cups boiling water in a medium saucepan; cover and simmer 50 to 60 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, put the chicken in the prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the oil in a large skillet for 5 minutes, until tender; add the curry powder, thyme, and salt and blend thoroughly. Add the tomatoes with their liquid, and the parsley; heat to a simmer.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the currants. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
To serve, arrange the chicken parts next to 1/2 cup rice on individual plates. Divide the sauce over the rice. Sprinkle the almonds over the chicken.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 304; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 469 mg; Cholesterol: 73 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat
GINGERED ORANGE CARROTS
4 g sugars and 2 g dietary fiber.
Makes about 2 cups (4 servings)
Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/351.shtml
Ingredients
6 medium carrots (about 3/4 pound), peeled and sliced
1/2 cup homemade chicken broth, or canned reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons margarine
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot, or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Directions
Combine the carrots and broth in a medium saucepan. Cover and simmer over low heat until almost tender, about 10 minutes.
Add the orange juice, margarine, and ginger; simmer, uncovered, until almost all the liquid is absorbed. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 52; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 72 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg ; Carbohydrates: 8 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat
ZUCCHINI-ONION FRITTATA
Yield: 4 servings
Source: "The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan"
Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/60.shtml
View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/772.shtml
Ingredients
2 cups fat-free egg substitute
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 medium zucchini squashes, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and Parmesan cheese and set aside.
Coat the bottom and sides of a large, nonstick, oven-proof skillet with cooking spray and add the olive oil. Add the zucchini, onions, garlic, salt, and pepper and saute over medium-high heat for several minutes, until tender. Spread the mixture evenly over the bottom of the skillet.
Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables. Cook without stirring for 3 minutes, until the bottom of the frittata is just set.
Place the frittata in the oven and bake uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes or until the eggs are set but not dry. Loosen the edges of the frittata and invert it onto a plate. Cut the frittata into 4 wedges and serve hot.
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/4 of recipe): Calories: 139, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Cholesterol: 5 mg, Fat: 5.4 g, Saturated Fat: 1.7 g, Fiber: 1.4 g, Protein: 16 g, Sodium: 514 mg, Calcium: 142 mg
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Very Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable, 1 Fat
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