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Monday, June 4, 2018

Meatless Monday

Sometimes, Monday seems to show up too soon. Ever have one of those weekends that get away from you too soon? Yeah, I thought so. If only my weekend had lasted another day or two! (Not to worry, I'm not complaining, just laughingly stating that weekends fly by too fast.) Sigh!

Okay, that said, since it's Meatless Monday, here are today's six vegetarian recipes to ease you (and me) into the new week, including Broccoli Frittata and Chocolate Banana Parfait. Enjoy!

ONION AND BLUE CHEESE FOCACCIA

Yield: 8 servings

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Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes for People with Diabetes

Ingredients

Olive oil cooking spray

2 cups thinly sliced onions

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 focaccia (Italian flat bread, 10 ounces)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)

2-3 ounces crumbled blue cheese

2 tablespoons grated fat-free Parmesan cheese

Directions

Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot.

Cook onions and garlic, covered, over medium heat until wilted, about 5 minutes. Cook, uncovered, over low heat until tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Stir in rosemary and season with salt and pepper.

Arrange onions on focaccia; sprinkle with sun-dried tomatoes and cheeses. Bake at 350 degrees until focaccia is hot and cheese melted, about 15 minutes. Cut into wedges.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 146; Protein: 5.9 g; Fat: 3.5 g; Sodium: 354 mg; Cholesterol: 5.2 mg; Carbohydrates: 23.3 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1 Bread, 1/2 Fat

DILLED PEAS AND POTATOES VINAIGRETTE

Yield: 8 servings

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Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons wine vinegar

2 tablespoons minced fresh dill

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 16-oz. package frozen pea pods

1/4 cup minced green onion

8 small red potatoes, cooked and sliced

Directions

Combine first five ingredients in a jar with tight-fitting lid; shake to blend well.

Blanch peas in boiling water for 2 minutes; drain well.

Toss peas, green onion and potatoes with dressing; cover and let stand up to two hours, stirring occasionally.

Arrange salad on serving platter or serving platter or in salad bowl. Serve at room temperature.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 210; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 14 g; Sodium: 270 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g

BROCCOLI FRITTATA

Yield: 4 Servings

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Ingredients

1/2 cup non-fat cottage cheese

1/2 tsp dried dill

2 cup fat-free egg substitute

2 cups frozen chopped broccoli

1 tsp olive oil

2 tsp margarine

1 large onion, diced

Directions

Mix cottage cheese and egg substitute together; set aside.

In large non-stick frying pan over medium heat, saute onions in oil for 5 minutes, or until soft.

Add broccoli and dill; saute for 5 minutes, or until broccoli mixture softens. Set vegetable aside.

Wipe out frying pan. Add 1 tsp. margarine and swirl the pan to distribute it. Add half of the vegetable mixture, and then add half of the egg mixture; lift and rotate pan so that eggs are evenly distributed.

As eggs set around the edges, lift them to allow uncooked portions to flow underneath. Turn heat to low, cover the pan, and cook until top is set.

Invert onto a serving plate and cut into wedges.

Repeat with remaining 1 tsp. margarine, vegetable mixture, and egg mixture.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 150; Calories from Fat: 30; Protein: 19 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 390 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 2 Meat; 1 Fat

GINGERED ACORN SQUASH

Servings: 4

Source: American Heart Association Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/267.shtml

Ingredients

2 acorn squash (about 3/4 pound each)

8-ounce can pineapple tidbits in their own juice, drained

3 tablespoons raisins (optional)

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

1 tablespoon light margarine, melted

1 teaspoon freshly grated gingerroot

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with vegetable oil spray.

Cut squash in half. Scoop out and discard seeds. Put squash halves cut side up in baking dish.

In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Spoon mixture into each squash cavity. Carefully pour a small amount of water around each squash. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 120; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 24 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 29 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch; 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fruit

HUMMUS

Yield: 12 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)

Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml

Print: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/661.shtml

Ingredients

1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained, reserve 1 tablespoon liquid

3-6 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon sesame tahini

Juice of 1 lemon

2 teaspoons olive oil

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions

Combine all ingredients into a blender until smooth, using 1 tablespoon chickpea liquid if necessary to make a smooth spread.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 49, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 33 mg, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 1 g, Protein: 2 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate

CHOCOLATE BANANA PARFAIT

Yield: 4 servings

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Ingredients

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1 (0.8-ounce) box sugar-free chocolate pudding mix

2 medium bananas, 6 ounces each, peeled

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup reduced-fat frozen dairy whipped topping unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

4 fresh Bing cherries with stems for garnish (optional)

Directions

In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt and pudding mix until smooth.

Cut each banana into 6 pieces on the diagonal. Sprinkle with lemon juice.

Place 2 banana quarters in each of 4 dessert parfait glasses or goblets.

Top with 1/4 of the pudding mix. Top each with 1 tablespoon whipped topping.

Using a fine sieve, sift a little cocoa powder on top of each serving. Sprinkle with walnuts and add a cherry on top, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 138; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 336 mg; Cholesterol: 4 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 25 g; Exchanges: 1/2 bread/starch, 1 fruit

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Wednesday Recipes

I know I've slowed down the past few weeks on articles and hints here for living with diabetes. But rest assured I should be getting back to the articles and hints in the near future. Meanwhile, here are today's six diabetic recipes to help you through the day, including Spicy Chicken Pie and Meat Marinara Sauce. Enjoy!

BROCCOLI FRITTATA

Yield: 4 Servings

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Ingredients

1/2 cup non-fat cottage cheese

1/2 tsp dried dill

2 cup fat-free egg substitute

2 cups frozen chopped broccoli

1 tsp olive oil

2 tsp margarine

1 large onion, diced

Directions

Mix cottage cheese and egg substitute together; set aside.

In large non-stick frying pan over medium heat, saute onions in oil for 5 minutes, or until soft.

Add broccoli and dill; saute for 5 minutes, or until broccoli mixture softens. Set vegetable aside.

Wipe out frying pan. Add 1 tsp. margarine and swirl the pan to distribute it. Add half of the vegetable mixture, and then add half of the egg mixture; lift and rotate pan so that eggs are evenly distributed.

As eggs set around the edges, lift them to allow uncooked portions to flow underneath. Turn heat to low, cover the pan, and cook until top is set.

Invert onto a serving plate and cut into wedges.

Repeat with remaining 1 tsp. margarine, vegetable mixture, and egg mixture.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 150; Calories from Fat: 30; Protein: 19 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 390 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 2 Meat; 1 Fat

HUMMUS

Yield: 12 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)

Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml

Print: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/661.shtml

Ingredients

1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained, reserve 1 tablespoon liquid

3-6 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon sesame tahini

Juice of 1 lemon

2 teaspoons olive oil

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions

Combine all ingredients into a blender until smooth, using 1 tablespoon chickpea liquid if necessary to make a smooth spread.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 49, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 33 mg, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 1 g, Protein: 2 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate

SPICY CHICKEN PIE

Yield: 6 servings

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Ingredients

Crust:

3 cups cooked orzo pasta (about 1 cup dry)

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup fat-free egg substitute or 2 egg whites, lightly beaten

Butter-flavored cooked spray

Rest of Ingredients:

1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms

1 medium yellow onion, sliced and separated into rings

1-1/2 cups shredded or diced roasted chicken

14-1/2 ounce can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, crushed

1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder

1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack or Mexican-blend cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

To make the crust, place the orzo, Parmesan cheese, and egg substitute or egg whites in a large bowl and stir to mix well.

Coat a 10-inch pie pan with the cooking spray and pat the mixture evenly over the bottom and sides of the pan, forming an even crust. Spray the crust lightly with the cooking spray and bake uncovered for 10 minutes.

While the crust is baking, coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray and add the mushrooms and onions. Place the skillet over medium heat, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, for several minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Add the undrained tomatoes, chili powder, and chicken to the skillet mixture. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the mixture is thick.

Spoon the chicken mixture into the baked crust and sprinkle the cheese over the top. Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Cut into wedges and serve hot.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 295; Protein: 25 g; Fat: 7.7 g; Sodium: 426 mg; Cholesterol: 46 mg; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 29 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 2-1/2 Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable

GINGERED ORANGE CARROTS

Yield: About 2 cups (4 servings)

Source: "The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes"

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

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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 (1/2 cup): Calories: 52, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 72 mg, Carbohydrate: 8 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 1 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat

SMOKY CHEESE DIP

Yield: 16 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)

Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml

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Ingredients

1 cup fat-free cream cheese

1 cup fat-free sour cream

1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise

1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded Cheddar cheese

1/2 cup cooked crumbled low-fat turkey sausage

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring

2 cloves garlic, minced

Directions

In a food processor, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Process until smooth. Fold in by hand the remaining ingredients. Serve with crackers or pita bread.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 50, Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 7 mg, Sodium: 224 mg, Carbohydrate: 5 g, Dietary Fiber: 0 g, Sugars: 2 g, Protein: 5 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate

MEAT MARINARA SAUCE

Yield: 10 Servings

Serving size: 1/2 cup

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Ingredients

2 tbsp vegetable oil

3/4 cup fresh chopped onion , chopped

1/4 tsp garlic powder

3/4 cup sliced green bell peppers, chopped

30 ounces whole-canned unsalted tomatoes, 2-15 ounce cans

30 ounces no-salt tomato sauce, 2-15 ounce cans

2 bay leaves

1 tsp dried basil

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp ground thyme

1 pound 90% lean ground beef or ground turkey

Directions

Heat oil in sauce pan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic powder, and green pepper to oil. Cover and heat 2 minutes, stirring occassionally.

Mash tomatoes into small pieces and stir into tomato sauce.

Add spices and tomato mixture to sauce pan. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer.

Brown beef or turkey in skillet. Place in a colander or strainer.

Bring a tea kettle full or 3 quart sauce pan of water to a rapid boil. Place colander over a large bowl and pour boiling water over the meat to remove excess grease.

Add meat to tomato sauce mixture and continue to simmer another 20 minutes on medium heat.

Remove bay leaves and serve over pasta or rice.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 225; Protein: 14 g; Fat: 8.5 g; Sodium: 67 mg; Saturated Fat: 2.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Sugars: 11 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g; Exchanges: 3/4 Fat, 1-1/2 Meat, 4-1/2 Vegetable

Monday, May 8, 2017

Meatless Monday

Some weeks, Monday just kind-of comes too soon. Ever have one of those weekends that get away from you too soon? Yeah, I thought so. If only my weekend had lasted another day or two! (Not to worry, I'm not complaining, just laughingly stating that weekends fly by too fast.) Sigh!

Okay, that said, since it's Meatless Monday, here are today's six vegetarian recipes to ease you (and me) into the new week, including Broccoli Frittata and Chocolate Banana Parfait. Enjoy!

ONION AND BLUE CHEESE FOCACCIA

Yield: 8 servings

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Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes for People with Diabetes

Ingredients

Olive oil cooking spray

2 cups thinly sliced onions

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 focaccia (Italian flat bread, 10 ounces)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)

2-3 ounces crumbled blue cheese

2 tablespoons grated fat-free Parmesan cheese

Directions

Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot.

Cook onions and garlic, covered, over medium heat until wilted, about 5 minutes. Cook, uncovered, over low heat until tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Stir in rosemary and season with salt and pepper.

Arrange onions on focaccia; sprinkle with sun-dried tomatoes and cheeses. Bake at 350 degrees until focaccia is hot and cheese melted, about 15 minutes. Cut into wedges.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 146; Protein: 5.9 g; Fat: 3.5 g; Sodium: 354 mg; Cholesterol: 5.2 mg; Carbohydrates: 23.3 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1 Bread, 1/2 Fat

DILLED PEAS AND POTATOES VINAIGRETTE

Yield: 8 servings

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Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons wine vinegar

2 tablespoons minced fresh dill

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 16-oz. package frozen pea pods

1/4 cup minced green onion

8 small red potatoes, cooked and sliced

Directions

Combine first five ingredients in a jar with tight-fitting lid; shake to blend well.

Blanch peas in boiling water for 2 minutes; drain well.

Toss peas, green onion and potatoes with dressing; cover and let stand up to two hours, stirring occasionally.

Arrange salad on serving platter or serving platter or in salad bowl. Serve at room temperature.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 210; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 14 g; Sodium: 270 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g

BROCCOLI FRITTATA

Yield: 4 Servings

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Ingredients

1/2 cup non-fat cottage cheese

1/2 tsp dried dill

2 cup fat-free egg substitute

2 cups frozen chopped broccoli

1 tsp olive oil

2 tsp margarine

1 large onion, diced

Directions

Mix cottage cheese and egg substitute together; set aside.

In large non-stick frying pan over medium heat, saute onions in oil for 5 minutes, or until soft.

Add broccoli and dill; saute for 5 minutes, or until broccoli mixture softens. Set vegetable aside.

Wipe out frying pan. Add 1 tsp. margarine and swirl the pan to distribute it. Add half of the vegetable mixture, and then add half of the egg mixture; lift and rotate pan so that eggs are evenly distributed.

As eggs set around the edges, lift them to allow uncooked portions to flow underneath. Turn heat to low, cover the pan, and cook until top is set.

Invert onto a serving plate and cut into wedges.

Repeat with remaining 1 tsp. margarine, vegetable mixture, and egg mixture.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 150; Calories from Fat: 30; Protein: 19 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 390 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 2 Meat; 1 Fat

GINGERED ACORN SQUASH

Servings: 4

Source: American Heart Association Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/267.shtml

Ingredients

2 acorn squash (about 3/4 pound each)

8-ounce can pineapple tidbits in their own juice, drained

3 tablespoons raisins (optional)

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

1 tablespoon light margarine, melted

1 teaspoon freshly grated gingerroot

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with vegetable oil spray.

Cut squash in half. Scoop out and discard seeds. Put squash halves cut side up in baking dish.

In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Spoon mixture into each squash cavity. Carefully pour a small amount of water around each squash. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 120; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 24 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 29 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch; 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fruit

HUMMUS

Yield: 12 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)

Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml

Print: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/661.shtml

Ingredients

1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained, reserve 1 tablespoon liquid

3-6 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon sesame tahini

Juice of 1 lemon

2 teaspoons olive oil

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions

Combine all ingredients into a blender until smooth, using 1 tablespoon chickpea liquid if necessary to make a smooth spread.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 49, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 33 mg, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 1 g, Protein: 2 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate

CHOCOLATE BANANA PARFAIT

Yield: 4 servings

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Ingredients

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1 (0.8-ounce) box sugar-free chocolate pudding mix

2 medium bananas, 6 ounces each, peeled

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup reduced-fat frozen dairy whipped topping unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

4 fresh Bing cherries with stems for garnish (optional)

Directions

In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt and pudding mix until smooth.

Cut each banana into 6 pieces on the diagonal. Sprinkle with lemon juice.

Place 2 banana quarters in each of 4 dessert parfait glasses or goblets.

Top with 1/4 of the pudding mix. Top each with 1 tablespoon whipped topping.

Using a fine sieve, sift a little cocoa powder on top of each serving. Sprinkle with walnuts and add a cherry on top, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 138; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 336 mg; Cholesterol: 4 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 25 g; Exchanges: 1/2 bread/starch, 1 fruit

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Wednesday Recipes

It's Wednesday, half-way through the week. Here are six yummy diabetic recipes to help you through the day, including Gingered Orange Carrots and Spicy Chicken Pie. Enjoy!

HUMMUS

Yield: 12 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)

Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml

Print: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/661.shtml

Ingredients

1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained, reserve 1 tablespoon liquid

3-6 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon sesame tahini

Juice of 1 lemon

2 teaspoons olive oil

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions

Combine all ingredients into a blender until smooth, using 1 tablespoon chickpea liquid if necessary to make a smooth spread.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 49, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 33 mg, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 1 g, Protein: 2 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate

SPICY CHICKEN PIE

Yield: 6 servings

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Ingredients

Crust:

3 cups cooked orzo pasta (about 1 cup dry)

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup fat-free egg substitute or 2 egg whites, lightly beaten

Butter-flavored cooked spray

Rest of Ingredients:

1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms

1 medium yellow onion, sliced and separated into rings

1-1/2 cups shredded or diced roasted chicken

14-1/2 ounce can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, crushed

1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder

1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack or Mexican-blend cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

To make the crust, place the orzo, Parmesan cheese, and egg substitute or egg whites in a large bowl and stir to mix well.

Coat a 10-inch pie pan with the cooking spray and pat the mixture evenly over the bottom and sides of the pan, forming an even crust. Spray the crust lightly with the cooking spray and bake uncovered for 10 minutes.

While the crust is baking, coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray and add the mushrooms and onions. Place the skillet over medium heat, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, for several minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Add the undrained tomatoes, chili powder, and chicken to the skillet mixture. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the mixture is thick.

Spoon the chicken mixture into the baked crust and sprinkle the cheese over the top. Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Cut into wedges and serve hot.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 295; Protein: 25 g; Fat: 7.7 g; Sodium: 426 mg; Cholesterol: 46 mg; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 29 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch, 2-1/2 Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable

GINGERED ORANGE CARROTS

Yield: About 2 cups (4 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/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 (1/2 cup): Calories: 52, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 72 mg, Carbohydrate: 8 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 1 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat

PENNE ALLA PESTO

Prep Time: 15 Minutes - Cost: $

Servings: 4 - Difficulty Level: 2

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/194.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups fresh basil, stems removed

2 cloves garlic, chopped

2 tbsp olive oil

1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp pine nuts, toasted

2 Tbs. grated Parmesan cheese

3/4 lb. cooked penne, hot

Directions

Wash and dry basil. Place basil in a blender or food processor with garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, cheese and pepper to taste; purée.

Transfer cooked penne to a serving bowl. Add pesto and toss thoroughly to serve.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 209; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 66 mg; Cholesterol: 2 mg; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Exchanges: 2-1/2 Fat; 2-1/2 Starch

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.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS

Servings: 4

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/225.shtml

Ingredients

1 lb fresh asparagus

2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, shredded

2 tsp olive oil

1 lemon, cut into wedges

Directions

Preheat oven to 500 degrees.

Arrange in a single layer in a shallow baking pan. With a pastry brush, paint the oil on the asparagus spears.

Roast until tender but still crisp, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness of stalks. Turn spears occasionally for even cooking and to avoid browning.

Place asparagus spears on serving platter. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 76; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 71 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Carbohydrates: 6 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 1 Fat

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Thursday Recipes

I know I've been posting late in the past week or two. Sorry about that! I should be able to post a little earlier next week.

Here are six yummy diabetic recipes to try out, including Philly-Style Meatloaf and Apple Turkey Picadillo. Enjoy!

BROCCOLI FRITTATA

Yield: 4 Servings

Print Friendly: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=692

View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/692.shtml

Ingredients

1/2 cup non-fat cottage cheese

1/2 tsp dried dill

2 cup fat-free egg substitute

2 cups frozen chopped broccoli

1 tsp olive oil

2 tsp margarine

1 large onion, diced

Directions

Mix cottage cheese and egg substitute together; set aside.

In large non-stick frying pan over medium heat, saute onions in oil for 5 minutes, or until soft.

Add broccoli and dill; saute for 5 minutes, or until broccoli mixture softens. Set vegetable aside.

Wipe out frying pan. Add 1 tsp. margarine and swirl the pan to distribute it. Add half of the vegetable mixture, and then add half of the egg mixture; lift and rotate pan so that eggs are evenly distributed.

As eggs set around the edges, lift them to allow uncooked portions to flow underneath. Turn heat to low, cover the pan, and cook until top is set.

Invert onto a serving plate and cut into wedges.

Repeat with remaining 1 tsp. margarine, vegetable mixture, and egg mixture.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 150; Calories from Fat: 30; Protein: 19 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 390 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 2 Meat; 1 Fat

PHILLY-STYLE MEATLOAF

This recipe begins, “Bring the warmth and rich flavor of Philly into your home with this delicious meatloaf. And it only takes an hour to bake with limited amount of prep time.”

This is from Diabetic Connect.

View this online at http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/6672-philly-style-meatloaf

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds ground beef

1 1/4 teaspoons salt

1 egg

1 dash ground black pepper

1 cup soft bread crumbs

1/2 cup milk

1/3 cup steak sauce, (e.g. Heinz 57)

1 onion, chopped

1/2 cup diced green bell pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch loaf pan.

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, egg, black pepper and bread crumbs. Pour in the milk, 3 tablespoons of the steak sauce, onion and green bell pepper.

Place the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and shape into a loaf. Brush the top with the remaining steak sauce.

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until done. Allow to stand 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutritional Facts: Servings: 6; Calories – 286; Carbohydrates – 9.5g; Total Fat – 17.9g; Protein – 20.9g; Sodium – 805mg; Dietary Fiber - 0.9g

HUMMUS

Yield: 12 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)

Source: "The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml

Print: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/661.shtml

Ingredients

1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained, reserve 1 tablespoon liquid

3-6 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon sesame tahini

Juice of 1 lemon

2 teaspoons olive oil

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions

Combine all ingredients into a blender until smooth, using 1 tablespoon chickpea liquid if necessary to make a smooth spread.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (2 tablespoons): Calories: 49, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 33 mg, Carbohydrate: 7 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 1 g, Protein: 2 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate

CHOCOLATE BANANA PARFAIT

Yield: 4 servings

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Ingredients

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1 (0.8-ounce) box sugar-free chocolate pudding mix

2 medium bananas, 6 ounces each, peeled

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup reduced-fat frozen dairy whipped topping unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

4 fresh Bing cherries with stems for garnish (optional)

Directions

In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt and pudding mix until smooth.

Cut each banana into 6 pieces on the diagonal. Sprinkle with lemon juice.

Place 2 banana quarters in each of 4 dessert parfait glasses or goblets.

Top with 1/4 of the pudding mix. Top each with 1 tablespoon whipped topping.

Using a fine sieve, sift a little cocoa powder on top of each serving. Sprinkle with walnuts and add a cherry on top, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 138; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 336 mg; Cholesterol: 4 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 25 g; Exchanges: 1/2 bread/starch, 1 fruit

GINGERED ORANGE CARROTS

Yield: About 2 cups (4 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/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 (1/2 cup): Calories: 52, Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 72 mg, Carbohydrate: 8 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 1 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat

APPLE TURKEY PICADILLO

This recipe begins, “This twist on the Latin American staple is made healthier with lean ground turkey and crisp apples. It doubles well. Try tucking it into whole-wheat tortillas or serve over instant brown rice for a quick and healthy supper.”

This is from Diabetic Connect.

To view this online, click here.

Servings: 2, 1 1/4 cups each; Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

1/3 cup finely chopped red onion

1 clove garlic, minced

8 ounces 99%-lean ground turkey

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

1 tablespoon cider vinegar

1 medium tart green apple, peeled and chopped

1 cup chopped tomato

3 tablespoons chopped green olives

1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/4 cup sliced scallion greens

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until soft, stirring often, about 2 minutes. Add turkey; cook, stirring and breaking up, until lightly browned, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in cumin, oregano, salt, pepper and cloves; cook for 30 seconds. Stir in vinegar, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in apple, tomato, olives and Worcestershire sauce. Reduce heat and gently simmer, stirring often, until any liquid in the pan has reduced to a syrupy glaze, about 8 minutes. Stir in scallion greens and serve.

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Tuesday Recipes

Here are today's six diabetic recipes. Enjoy!

BEEF VEGETABLE SOUP

Yield: 10 servings

Source: Suzi Castle's Deliciously Healthy Favorite Foods

Print Version: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/119.shtml

Ingredients

1 beef shank bone with 1lb. meat

2-1/2 quarts water

2 bay leaves

1/3 cup chopped celery leaves

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1 tsp Morton Lite Salt ® Mixture

1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper

1 envelope (1oz.) onion soup mix

1 can (15oz.) stewed tomatoes with juice

1 package (10oz.) frozen mixed vegetables

1 cup peeled, diced potatoes

1 cup sliced celery

Directions

Remove any fat from the beef.

In a large, covered soup pot, simmer the beef bone with meat in water with bay leaves, celery leaves, parsley, Morton Lite Salt Mixture, pepper, and onion soup mix until meat is tender, about 2-1/2 hours.

Remove the one, meat and bay leaves. Chill broth and remove any fat. Cut meat into bite size pieces and return to broth. Discard bone and bay leaves.

Add tomatoes, frozen vegetables, potatoes, and celery. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 106; Protein: 12.2 g; Sodium: 306 mg; Cholesterol: 28 mg; Fat: 2.46 g; Carbohydrates: 8.6 g; Exchanges: 1 lean meat; 1/2 bread; 1 vegetable

CALYPSO BEEF SOUP

This recipe starts off, “This recipe is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, selenium and zinc; and a good source of fiber.” Makes 6 servings

Source: NCBA

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/819.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds 95% ground beef

1 cup diced peeled sweet potato

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

1 teaspoon curry powder

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups water or ready-to-serve beef broth

1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed, drained

1 can (13-1/2 ounces) light unsweetened coconut milk

2 cups packed fresh baby spinach leaves

3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme

Salt and ground black pepper

Directions

Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add ground beef; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into 3/4-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet with slotted spoon. Pour off drippings in pan; add sweet potato, onion, bell pepper and curry powder. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until onion and pepper are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in flour; cook and stir 1 minute.

Stir in water, black-eyed peas and coconut milk; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5 to 8 minutes or until sweet potato is tender. Stir in spinach and thyme. Cook 1 minute or until spinach wilts. Season with salt and black pepper, as desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 308; Protein: 30 g; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 327 mg; Cholesterol: 76 mg; Saturated Fat: 6 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 22 g

BONELESS BUFFALO WINGS

Yield: 4 servings

Serving Size: 2 oz. chicken per serving

Online Recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/658.shtml

Source: The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible

Book Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 teaspoon hot sauce

Pinch cayenne

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1/2 pound chicken tenders

Dressing Ingredients:

1/2 cup reduced-fat blue cheese dressing

1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise

3 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese

Celery Sticks

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

In a shallow bowl, combine the hot sauce, cayenne, and paprika. Roll the chicken tenders in the mixture.

Place the chicken tenders on a small nonstick baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes until chicken is tender.

Combine the dressing ingredients. Serve the dressing with the chicken and celery sticks.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 192; Protein: 14 g; Fat: 12 g; Sodium: 572 mg; Cholesterol: 42 mg; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate, 2 Medium-fat Meat

HUMMUS

Yield: 12 servings

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons

Online Recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/659.shtml

Source: The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible

Book Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/11.shtml

Ingredients

1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained, reserve 1 tablespoon liquid

3-6 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon sesame tahini

Juice of 1 lemon

2 teaspoons olive oil

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions

Combine all ingredients into a blender until smooth, using 1 tablespoon chickpea liquid if necessary to make a smooth spread.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 49; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 33 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Sugars: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Carbohydrate

RAISIN-PUMPKIN MUFFINS

Yield: 12 servings

Source: Equal

View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/997.shtml

Ingredients

3/4 cup canned pumpkin

6 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 egg

2 egg whites

1 tablespoon light molasses

2 teaspoons vanilla

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*

1/2 cup raisins

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon salt

* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener

Directions

Combine pumpkin, oil, egg, egg whites, molasses and vanilla. Stir in a combined flour, Equal, raisins, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt just until all ingredients are moistened. Spoon batter into muffin cups.

Bake in preheated 375F oven 18 to 20 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove muffins from pan and cool on wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving): Calories: 149; Protein: 3 g; Sodium: 224 mg; Cholesterol: 18 mg; Fat: 8 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g; Exchanges: 1 starch, 1-1/2 fat

GREEN BEANS WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING

Yield: 4 servings (3/4 cup each)

View Online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/922.shtml

Ingredients

1 teaspoon poppy seeds

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon white-wine or rice-wine vinegar

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon honey

1 tablespoon minced shallot

1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Freshly ground pepper to taste

1 pound green beans, stem ends trimmed

Directions

To prepare dressing: Heat a small dry skillet over medium-low heat.

Add poppy seeds and toast, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl (or jar) and let cool. Add oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, shallot, salt and pepper; whisk (or shake) until blended.

To prepare beans: Cook beans in a large pot of boiling water until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain. Warm the dressing in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beans and toss to coat.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving): Calories: 113; Protein: 3 g; Sodium: 104 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Fat: 8 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Fat