Here are six beefy recipes to help you through the day, including Swedish Meatballs and Beef Ragout. Enjoy!
SWEDISH MEATBALLS
This is from Glucerna Shakes
1 pound extra lean ground sirloin
1 8-oz can Vanilla Glucerna Shake
1/2 C onion, grated
1 medium potato, grated
1/2 C dry bread crumbs
1/2 tsp salt
1 10 ¾ oz can condensed Healthy Request cream of mushroom soup
3/4 C fat-free, no-sodium beef broth
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp onion powder
1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp pepper (optional)
3 C cooked egg noodles
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
In large bowl, mix ground sirloin, 1/2 C Glucerna Shake, onion, potato, bread crumbs & salt. Form into 30 1-1/4-inch meatballs.
In small bowl, combine soup, remaining Glucerna Shake, beef broth, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce & pepper. Whisk until well blended.
Place formed meatballs into 2-quart casserole dish. Pour soup mixture over meatballs. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through. Spoon meatballs & sauce over cooked noodles & serve.
Meatballs & sauce can be frozen in individual servings for quick meals.
Diabetic exhanges: 2 starch; 2 very lean mean; 1 low-fat milk; 1/2 fat
Nutrition (fixed w/Glucerna Shake): Servings: 6; Per serving: Calories: 320; Cal. From fat: 80; total fat 9g; sat. fat 2.5 g; cholesterol 70 mg; sodium 380 mg; potassium 240 mg; carbo. 39 g; fiber 4g; Sugar 3g; protein 23g
MEATLOAF
This recipe begins, “This meatloaf is a healthy spin on the American classic. You'll love the flavored meat mixed with homemade sauce and a dabble of ketchup on top.”
This is from Diabetic Connect.
This can be viewed at http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/3288-meatloaf
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs ground beef (ground shoulder roast is good)
1 slice bread (broken or chopped finely)
1 egg
1 small vidalia onions or 1 small type sweet onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 – 2/3 cup whole milk or 1/2 – 2/3 cup half-and-half
Sauce
4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 – 4 tablespoons dark brown sugar, packed firm (to taste)
1/2 cup ketchup
Directions
Meatloaf: Combine meat loaf ingredients and place into a loaf baking dish.
Smooth out top.
Sauce: Combine sauce ingredients and pour on top and sides of meatloaf.
Bake at 350°F about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until done.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 5; 5 servings; Calories 493 (51% from fat); Cholesterol 171.5 mg; Sodium 1270.7 mg; Potassium 780 mg; Carbohydrate 23 g; Dietary Fiber .3 g; Protein 35.4 g
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
NEAPOLITAN MEATBALLS
This comes from Diabetic Connect.
To view this online, go to http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/2219-neapolitan-meatballs
Ingredients
1/2 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes
4 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 pound 93%-lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Directions
Place bulgur in a medium bowl and cover generously with hot water. Let soak for 30 minutes. Drain in a fine sieve, pressing to remove excess liquid.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add garlic, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in canned tomatoes and plum tomatoes; increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low. Partially cover and let simmer while you prepare meatballs.
Place bread in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak for a few minutes. Drain and squeeze out moisture.
Whisk egg and egg white in a large bowl. Add the bulgur, the bread, beef, Parmesan, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Gently combine with a potato masher and/or your hands. Form into 20 oval meatballs about 2 inches long.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; blot with paper towels. Brown the remaining meatballs.
Mash the simmering tomato sauce with a potato masher to break down any large chunks of tomato. Add the meatballs to the sauce. Simmer over low heat, partially covered, for 50 minutes.
Taste the sauce and add sugar, if it seems tart, and additional pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with the sauce.
Makes 8 servings, 2 – 3 meatballs each.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 1; Per serving: 283 calories; 11 g fat (4 g sat, 4 g mono); 73 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 5 g fiber; 687 mg sodium; 271 mg potassium. 1 Carbohydrate Serving; Exchanges1/2 starch; 1 vegetable; 2 1/2 lean meat
BEEF RAGOUT
Yield: About 6 cups
Servings: 8 (3/4 cup) servings
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Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Ingredients
1 tablespoon margarine
2 pounds round steak or other lean beef, cut in 3/4-inch cubes
2 cups chopped onion
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced green bell pepper
Directions
Heat the margarine in a large non-stick skillet. Brown the beef cubes on all sides over high heat; transfer to a large pot or Dutch oven.
Lower the heat under the skillet and add the onion and garlic; stir and cook about 5 minutes. Transfer to the large pot.
Add 1/2 cup water, the parsley, orange zest, rosemary, bay leaves, cinnamon, and salt to the large pot.
Cover and simmer 1-1/2 hours, or until the meat is tender. Add water if the mixture becomes dry. Remove the bay leaves.
Add the mushrooms and green pepper, stir, cover, and cook about 5 minutes more.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 203; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 230 mg; Cholesterol: 66 mg; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Sugars: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 3 Lean Meat
SLOW-COOKED SICILIAN POT ROAST
Yield: 8 servings
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Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan
Ingredients
2-1/2 pound well-trimmed top round roast or flat half brisket
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped red or green bell peppers or 1 cup roasted bell peppers, drained and chopped
14-1/2 ounce can diced Italian-style tomatoes, undrained
6-ounce can tomato paste with roasted garlic or Italian seasonings
Directions
Rinse the meat with cool water and pat it dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides with some of the pepper.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray and preheat over medium-high heat.
Place the meat in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until nicely browned.
Place the mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers in a 3-quart slow cooker and top with the roast. Pour the tomatoes over the meat. Cover and cook on high for 5 hours or on low for 10 hours, until the meat is very tender.
Remove the roast to a serving platter and cover loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm. Add the tomato paste to the remaining slow cooker mixture and stir to mix well.
Slice the roast across the grain and serve hot accompanied by the sauce. Serve with pasta if desired.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 221; Protein: 29 g; Fat: 5.7 g; Sodium: 440 mg; Cholesterol: 80 mg; Saturated Fat: 1.7 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g; Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat, 2 Vegetable
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Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Saturday, April 29, 2017
Saturday Recipes
Yes, it's a rare Saturday post. Here are six recipes to help you through the rest of the weekend, including Neapolitan Meatballs and No Bake Cherry Custard Cake. Enjoy!
NEAPOLITAN MEATBALLS
This comes from Diabetic Connect.
To view this online, go to http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/2219-neapolitan-meatballs
Ingredients
1/2 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes
4 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 pound 93%-lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Directions
Place bulgur in a medium bowl and cover generously with hot water. Let soak for 30 minutes. Drain in a fine sieve, pressing to remove excess liquid.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add garlic, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in canned tomatoes and plum tomatoes; increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low. Partially cover and let simmer while you prepare meatballs.
Place bread in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak for a few minutes. Drain and squeeze out moisture.
Whisk egg and egg white in a large bowl. Add the bulgur, the bread, beef, Parmesan, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Gently combine with a potato masher and/or your hands. Form into 20 oval meatballs about 2 inches long.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; blot with paper towels. Brown the remaining meatballs.
Mash the simmering tomato sauce with a potato masher to break down any large chunks of tomato. Add the meatballs to the sauce. Simmer over low heat, partially covered, for 50 minutes.
Taste the sauce and add sugar, if it seems tart, and additional pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with the sauce.
Makes 8 servings, 2 – 3 meatballs each.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 1; Per serving: 283 calories; 11 g fat (4 g sat, 4 g mono); 73 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 5 g fiber; 687 mg sodium; 271 mg potassium. 1 Carbohydrate Serving; Exchanges1/2 starch; 1 vegetable; 2 1/2 lean meat
IRISH WHOLE WHEAT SODA BREAD
Yield: Makes 1 Round Loaf
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Source: America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook
Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
In a large bowl, stir together whole wheat flour, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
Add buttermilk all at once, stirring with a fork to make a soft, but slightly sticky dough.
With lightly floured hands, form dough into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for 8 to 10 times. Pat the dough into a 6-inch thick round, with a slightly flattened top.
Place dough on prepared baking sheet. With a shape knife or pizza cutter, score the top in the shape of a cross or large X. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from baking sheet onto a cooling rack immediately. Dust top with rice flour. Serve warm from the oven.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 123; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 335 mg; Cholesterol: 1 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 25 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread
BAKED APPLES WITH RAISINS
Servings: 2
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/159.shtml
Ingredients
2 apples
1 tbsp raisins
Orange juice
Pinch ground cinnamon
Directions
Peel and core the apples. Coat with the orange juice on the outer surface. Stuff with the raisins. Sprinkle on the cinnamon.
Place in Pyrex baking cups. Bake in a 350 F oven for 25-30 minutes, or until fork pierces surface easily. Serve warm or cold.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 74; Protein: 0 g; Sodium: 0 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Fruit
ASPARAGUS SPEARS WITH CITRUS-GINGER DIP
Yield: 8 servings
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Ingredients
2 pounds asparagus
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1-1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Snap tough ends off asparagus. Peel stalks, if desired.
In large skillet, bring about 1-inch of water to boiling. Add asparagus and simmer, uncovered, until barely tender, about 4-5 minutes.
Drain and dunk in ice water until cold; drain, cover and chill until serving.
Meanwhile, combine well all remaining ingredients in medium bowl.
Transfer to serving bowl, serve with asparagus spears or cover and chill until serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 226; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 22 g; Sodium: 231 mg; Cholesterol: 22 mg; Saturated Fat: 5 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g
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
NO BAKE CHERRY CUSTARD CAKEServings: 12
Source: Cinnamon Hearts
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/197.shtml
Ingredients
1 prepared Angel Food cake (10 inches)
1 package (1.4 oz) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1-1/2 cups milk (2%)
1 cup light sour cream
1 can (21oz) light cherry pie filling
Directions
Tear the Angel Food cake into bite size pieces. Press into an 11x17-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine the pudding mix, milk and sour cream. Beat until thickened, about 2 minutes. Spread over the cake.
Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the top of the cake. Chill thoroughly until serving time.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 184; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 319 mg; Cholesterol: 9 mg; Carbohydrates: 36 g; Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1-1/2 Bread/Starch; 1/2 Fat
NEAPOLITAN MEATBALLS
This comes from Diabetic Connect.
To view this online, go to http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/2219-neapolitan-meatballs
Ingredients
1/2 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes
4 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 pound 93%-lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Directions
Place bulgur in a medium bowl and cover generously with hot water. Let soak for 30 minutes. Drain in a fine sieve, pressing to remove excess liquid.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add garlic, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in canned tomatoes and plum tomatoes; increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low. Partially cover and let simmer while you prepare meatballs.
Place bread in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak for a few minutes. Drain and squeeze out moisture.
Whisk egg and egg white in a large bowl. Add the bulgur, the bread, beef, Parmesan, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Gently combine with a potato masher and/or your hands. Form into 20 oval meatballs about 2 inches long.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; blot with paper towels. Brown the remaining meatballs.
Mash the simmering tomato sauce with a potato masher to break down any large chunks of tomato. Add the meatballs to the sauce. Simmer over low heat, partially covered, for 50 minutes.
Taste the sauce and add sugar, if it seems tart, and additional pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with the sauce.
Makes 8 servings, 2 – 3 meatballs each.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 1; Per serving: 283 calories; 11 g fat (4 g sat, 4 g mono); 73 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 5 g fiber; 687 mg sodium; 271 mg potassium. 1 Carbohydrate Serving; Exchanges1/2 starch; 1 vegetable; 2 1/2 lean meat
IRISH WHOLE WHEAT SODA BREAD
Yield: Makes 1 Round Loaf
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Source: America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook
Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
In a large bowl, stir together whole wheat flour, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
Add buttermilk all at once, stirring with a fork to make a soft, but slightly sticky dough.
With lightly floured hands, form dough into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for 8 to 10 times. Pat the dough into a 6-inch thick round, with a slightly flattened top.
Place dough on prepared baking sheet. With a shape knife or pizza cutter, score the top in the shape of a cross or large X. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from baking sheet onto a cooling rack immediately. Dust top with rice flour. Serve warm from the oven.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 123; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 335 mg; Cholesterol: 1 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 25 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread
BAKED APPLES WITH RAISINS
Servings: 2
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/159.shtml
Ingredients
2 apples
1 tbsp raisins
Orange juice
Pinch ground cinnamon
Directions
Peel and core the apples. Coat with the orange juice on the outer surface. Stuff with the raisins. Sprinkle on the cinnamon.
Place in Pyrex baking cups. Bake in a 350 F oven for 25-30 minutes, or until fork pierces surface easily. Serve warm or cold.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 74; Protein: 0 g; Sodium: 0 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Fruit
ASPARAGUS SPEARS WITH CITRUS-GINGER DIP
Yield: 8 servings
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Ingredients
2 pounds asparagus
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1-1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Snap tough ends off asparagus. Peel stalks, if desired.
In large skillet, bring about 1-inch of water to boiling. Add asparagus and simmer, uncovered, until barely tender, about 4-5 minutes.
Drain and dunk in ice water until cold; drain, cover and chill until serving.
Meanwhile, combine well all remaining ingredients in medium bowl.
Transfer to serving bowl, serve with asparagus spears or cover and chill until serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 226; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 22 g; Sodium: 231 mg; Cholesterol: 22 mg; Saturated Fat: 5 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g
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
NO BAKE CHERRY CUSTARD CAKEServings: 12
Source: Cinnamon Hearts
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/197.shtml
Ingredients
1 prepared Angel Food cake (10 inches)
1 package (1.4 oz) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1-1/2 cups milk (2%)
1 cup light sour cream
1 can (21oz) light cherry pie filling
Directions
Tear the Angel Food cake into bite size pieces. Press into an 11x17-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine the pudding mix, milk and sour cream. Beat until thickened, about 2 minutes. Spread over the cake.
Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the top of the cake. Chill thoroughly until serving time.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 184; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 319 mg; Cholesterol: 9 mg; Carbohydrates: 36 g; Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1-1/2 Bread/Starch; 1/2 Fat
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Wednesday Recipes
Here are six diabetic recipes to help you through the day, including Mom's Southern Pecan Pie and Cranberry Orange Bread. Enjoy!
MOM'S SOUTHERN PECAN PIE
Servings: 10
Source: Sweet Inspirations - A Sugar Free Dessert Cookbook
Author: Patti Lynch
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/162.shtml
Ingredients
1 unbaked pie shell
1 cup fruit sweetener **
1 envelope plain gelatin
1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
3 tbsp water
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp very strong coffee or espresso (prepared, not grounds)
24 pecan halves
**To make this fruit sweetener, mix together 1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate (thawed) and 1/2 cup granulated fructose.
Directions
Prepare pastry and place in 9-inch pie pan. In large bowl, combine fruit sweetener, gelatin and apple sauce. Beat with electric mixer.
In small bowl, blend water and cornstarch until smooth. Add cornstarch to fruit sweetener mixture and blend. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in vanilla and coffee. Pour mixture into pie shell. Decorate top with pecan halves. Bake 30-40 minutes (until custard is set) at 375° F. Cool slightly before cutting.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 211; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 69 mg; Cholesterol: 82 mg; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1 Bread; 2 Fat
STOVETOP SHEPHERD'S PIE
Yield: 6 servings. Serving size: 2/3 cup.
This is from Diabetes Self/Management.
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Ingredients
8 ounces lean ground turkey
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 2/3 cups water, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 1/4 cups fat-free (skim) milk
1 1/3 cups instant mashed potatoes
2 ounces shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
Directions
Heat medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Coat skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add turkey. Cook, stirring to break up meat, until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels if necessary; set aside.
Add onion and bell pepper to skillet. Cook 4 minutes or until onion is translucent, stirring frequently. Add cooked turkey, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, 1/3 cup water, cumin, and ground red pepper. Cook 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Cover; set aside.
Bring remaining 1 1/3 cups water and salt, if desired, to a boil in medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Stir in milk and potatoes. (Do not whisk.) Spoon mashed potatoes evenly over turkey mixture. Sprinkle evenly with cheese. Place skillet over medium-low heat. Cover; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 289, Carbohydrates: 47 g, Protein: 16 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 31 mg, Sodium: 253 mg, Fiber: 4 g, Exchanges per serving: 3 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat.
CRANBERRY ORANGE BREAD
Servings: 16
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/177.shtml
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup QUAKER Oats (quick or old fashioned, uncooked)
2 tablespoons fructose
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4 cup skim milk
3/4 cup egg substitute or 3 whole eggs
1/3 cup unsweetened orange juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1/2 cup chopped cranberries, fresh or frozen
1/4 cup chopped nuts* (optional)
Directions
Heat oven to 350F. Grease and flour 9x5-inch loaf pan. Combine first 6 ingredients; mix well. Set aside.
Beat milk, egg substitute, orange juice, vegetable oil and orange peel until mixed thoroughly. Add to dry ingredients, mixing just until moistened. Stir in cranberries and nuts. Pour into prepared pan.
Bake 60 to 70 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan. Cool completely.
*To toast nuts for extra flavor, spread evenly in small baking pan. Bake in 350F oven 7 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 130; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 80 mg; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch/Bread, 1 Fat
TWICE BAKED POTATOES
Prep Time: 10 Minutes - Cost: $
Servings: 4 - Difficulty Level: 2
Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/175.shtml
Ingredients
4 Medium potatoes, baked
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup low-fat milk
1 tbsp onion, minced
Freshly ground black pepper
Paprika
Dried Parsley Flakes
Directions
Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out potatoes, leaving skins intact for restuffing.
With wire whisk, beat potatoes with cottage cheese, milk, and onion. Spoon mixture back into skins.
Sprinkle with paprika flakes and black pepper.
Bake for 10 minutes until just golden.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 73; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 316 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Exchanges: 1 Bread
BONELESS BUFFALO WINGS
Yield: 4 servings
Serving Size: 2 oz. chicken per serving
Source: The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible
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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
NEAPOLITAN MEATBALLS
This comes from Diabetic Connect.
To view this online, go to http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/2219-neapolitan-meatballs
Ingredients
1/2 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes
4 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 pound 93%-lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Directions
Place bulgur in a medium bowl and cover generously with hot water. Let soak for 30 minutes. Drain in a fine sieve, pressing to remove excess liquid.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add garlic, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in canned tomatoes and plum tomatoes; increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low. Partially cover and let simmer while you prepare meatballs.
Place bread in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak for a few minutes. Drain and squeeze out moisture.
Whisk egg and egg white in a large bowl. Add the bulgur, the bread, beef, Parmesan, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Gently combine with a potato masher and/or your hands. Form into 20 oval meatballs about 2 inches long.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; blot with paper towels. Brown the remaining meatballs.
Mash the simmering tomato sauce with a potato masher to break down any large chunks of tomato. Add the meatballs to the sauce. Simmer over low heat, partially covered, for 50 minutes.
Taste the sauce and add sugar, if it seems tart, and additional pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with the sauce.
Makes 8 servings, 2 – 3 meatballs each.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 1; Per serving: 283 calories; 11 g fat (4 g sat, 4 g mono); 73 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 5 g fiber; 687 mg sodium; 271 mg potassium. 1 Carbohydrate Serving; Exchanges1/2 starch; 1 vegetable; 2 1/2 lean meat
MOM'S SOUTHERN PECAN PIE
Servings: 10
Source: Sweet Inspirations - A Sugar Free Dessert Cookbook
Author: Patti Lynch
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/162.shtml
Ingredients
1 unbaked pie shell
1 cup fruit sweetener **
1 envelope plain gelatin
1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
3 tbsp water
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp very strong coffee or espresso (prepared, not grounds)
24 pecan halves
**To make this fruit sweetener, mix together 1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate (thawed) and 1/2 cup granulated fructose.
Directions
Prepare pastry and place in 9-inch pie pan. In large bowl, combine fruit sweetener, gelatin and apple sauce. Beat with electric mixer.
In small bowl, blend water and cornstarch until smooth. Add cornstarch to fruit sweetener mixture and blend. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in vanilla and coffee. Pour mixture into pie shell. Decorate top with pecan halves. Bake 30-40 minutes (until custard is set) at 375° F. Cool slightly before cutting.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 211; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 69 mg; Cholesterol: 82 mg; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1 Bread; 2 Fat
STOVETOP SHEPHERD'S PIE
Yield: 6 servings. Serving size: 2/3 cup.
This is from Diabetes Self/Management.
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Ingredients
8 ounces lean ground turkey
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 2/3 cups water, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 1/4 cups fat-free (skim) milk
1 1/3 cups instant mashed potatoes
2 ounces shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
Directions
Heat medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Coat skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add turkey. Cook, stirring to break up meat, until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels if necessary; set aside.
Add onion and bell pepper to skillet. Cook 4 minutes or until onion is translucent, stirring frequently. Add cooked turkey, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, 1/3 cup water, cumin, and ground red pepper. Cook 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Cover; set aside.
Bring remaining 1 1/3 cups water and salt, if desired, to a boil in medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Stir in milk and potatoes. (Do not whisk.) Spoon mashed potatoes evenly over turkey mixture. Sprinkle evenly with cheese. Place skillet over medium-low heat. Cover; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 289, Carbohydrates: 47 g, Protein: 16 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 31 mg, Sodium: 253 mg, Fiber: 4 g, Exchanges per serving: 3 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat.
CRANBERRY ORANGE BREAD
Servings: 16
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/177.shtml
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup QUAKER Oats (quick or old fashioned, uncooked)
2 tablespoons fructose
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4 cup skim milk
3/4 cup egg substitute or 3 whole eggs
1/3 cup unsweetened orange juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1/2 cup chopped cranberries, fresh or frozen
1/4 cup chopped nuts* (optional)
Directions
Heat oven to 350F. Grease and flour 9x5-inch loaf pan. Combine first 6 ingredients; mix well. Set aside.
Beat milk, egg substitute, orange juice, vegetable oil and orange peel until mixed thoroughly. Add to dry ingredients, mixing just until moistened. Stir in cranberries and nuts. Pour into prepared pan.
Bake 60 to 70 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan. Cool completely.
*To toast nuts for extra flavor, spread evenly in small baking pan. Bake in 350F oven 7 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 130; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 80 mg; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch/Bread, 1 Fat
TWICE BAKED POTATOES
Prep Time: 10 Minutes - Cost: $
Servings: 4 - Difficulty Level: 2
Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/175.shtml
Ingredients
4 Medium potatoes, baked
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup low-fat milk
1 tbsp onion, minced
Freshly ground black pepper
Paprika
Dried Parsley Flakes
Directions
Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out potatoes, leaving skins intact for restuffing.
With wire whisk, beat potatoes with cottage cheese, milk, and onion. Spoon mixture back into skins.
Sprinkle with paprika flakes and black pepper.
Bake for 10 minutes until just golden.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 73; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 316 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Exchanges: 1 Bread
BONELESS BUFFALO WINGS
Yield: 4 servings
Serving Size: 2 oz. chicken per serving
Source: The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible
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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
NEAPOLITAN MEATBALLS
This comes from Diabetic Connect.
To view this online, go to http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/2219-neapolitan-meatballs
Ingredients
1/2 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes
4 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 pound 93%-lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Directions
Place bulgur in a medium bowl and cover generously with hot water. Let soak for 30 minutes. Drain in a fine sieve, pressing to remove excess liquid.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add garlic, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in canned tomatoes and plum tomatoes; increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low. Partially cover and let simmer while you prepare meatballs.
Place bread in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak for a few minutes. Drain and squeeze out moisture.
Whisk egg and egg white in a large bowl. Add the bulgur, the bread, beef, Parmesan, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Gently combine with a potato masher and/or your hands. Form into 20 oval meatballs about 2 inches long.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; blot with paper towels. Brown the remaining meatballs.
Mash the simmering tomato sauce with a potato masher to break down any large chunks of tomato. Add the meatballs to the sauce. Simmer over low heat, partially covered, for 50 minutes.
Taste the sauce and add sugar, if it seems tart, and additional pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with the sauce.
Makes 8 servings, 2 – 3 meatballs each.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 1; Per serving: 283 calories; 11 g fat (4 g sat, 4 g mono); 73 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 5 g fiber; 687 mg sodium; 271 mg potassium. 1 Carbohydrate Serving; Exchanges1/2 starch; 1 vegetable; 2 1/2 lean meat
Friday, April 7, 2017
Friday Recipes
It's Friday, time to get ready for the weekend. Here are six recipes to help you through the weekend, including Neapolitan Meatballs and Nutty Banana Bread. Enjoy!
MOM'S SOUTHERN PECAN PIE
Servings: 10
Source: Sweet Inspirations - A Sugar Free Dessert Cookbook
Author: Patti Lynch
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/162.shtml
Ingredients
1 unbaked pie shell
1 cup fruit sweetener **
1 envelope plain gelatin
1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
3 tbsp water
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp very strong coffee or espresso (prepared, not grounds)
24 pecan halves
**To make this fruit sweetener, mix together 1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate (thawed) and 1/2 cup granulated fructose.
Directions
Prepare pastry and place in 9-inch pie pan. In large bowl, combine fruit sweetener, gelatin and apple sauce. Beat with electric mixer.
In small bowl, blend water and cornstarch until smooth. Add cornstarch to fruit sweetener mixture and blend. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in vanilla and coffee. Pour mixture into pie shell. Decorate top with pecan halves. Bake 30-40 minutes (until custard is set) at 375° F. Cool slightly before cutting.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 211; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 69 mg; Cholesterol: 82 mg; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1 Bread; 2 Fat
GARDEN VEGETABLE AND TEMPE SAUTE
Yield: 4 servings
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Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People with Diabetes
Ingredients
2 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1-2 teaspoons olive oil
1 package (8 ounces) tempeh, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
1 medium zucchini, sliced
2 cups (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
Salt, to taste
Directions
Saute pepper blend and garlic in oil in large skillet 2 to 3 minutes. Add tempeh and cook 5 minutes.
Stir in remaining ingredients, except tomatoes and salt; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
Add tomato wedges; cook, covered, until softened, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Protein: 15 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 732 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 1/2 Fat
BONELESS BUFFALO WINGS
Yield: 4 servings
Serving Size: 2 oz. chicken per serving
Source: The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible
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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
NUTTY BANANA BREAD
Serving Size: 1 (3/4 inch) slice
Serves: 12
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Ingredients
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup applesauce
1-1/4 cups mashed bananas
1 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
Spray one 9x5 inch loaf pan with non-stick spray coating.
In a large bowl, blend together the eggs, buttermilk, applesauce, and bananas. Sift together the Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, baking soda, and salt; mix into banana mixture. Stir in pecans. Spread batter into prepared pan.
Bake 1 hour, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 150; Calories from Fat: 45; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 270 mg; Cholesterol: 35 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Sugars: 8 g; Carbohydrates: 24 g
NEAPOLITAN MEATBALLS
This comes from Diabetic Connect.
To view this online, go to http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/2219-neapolitan-meatballs
Ingredients
1/2 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes
4 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 pound 93%-lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Directions
Place bulgur in a medium bowl and cover generously with hot water. Let soak for 30 minutes. Drain in a fine sieve, pressing to remove excess liquid.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add garlic, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in canned tomatoes and plum tomatoes; increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low. Partially cover and let simmer while you prepare meatballs.
Place bread in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak for a few minutes. Drain and squeeze out moisture.
Whisk egg and egg white in a large bowl. Add the bulgur, the bread, beef, Parmesan, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Gently combine with a potato masher and/or your hands. Form into 20 oval meatballs about 2 inches long.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; blot with paper towels. Brown the remaining meatballs.
Mash the simmering tomato sauce with a potato masher to break down any large chunks of tomato. Add the meatballs to the sauce. Simmer over low heat, partially covered, for 50 minutes.
Taste the sauce and add sugar, if it seems tart, and additional pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with the sauce.
Makes 8 servings, 2 – 3 meatballs each.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 1; Per serving: 283 calories; 11 g fat (4 g sat, 4 g mono); 73 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 5 g fiber; 687 mg sodium; 271 mg potassium. 1 Carbohydrate Serving; Exchanges1/2 starch; 1 vegetable; 2 1/2 lean meat
BUFFALO STYLE TACOS
Makes 8 servings
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Ingredients
1 (16-ounce) package JENNIE-O Lean Ground Turkey
1/3 cup hot pepper wing sauce
8 hard corn taco shells, heated as specified on package
1 cup shredded lettuce
2 tomatoes, diced
1 avocado, sliced
1/2 cup blue cheese dressing
Directions
Cook turkey as specified on package. Always cook to well-done, 165F as measured by a meat thermometer.
Add hot pepper sauce. Stir to combine.
Fill tacos shells with lettuce, turkey mixture, tomatoes and avocado.
Drizzle with blue cheese dressing.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 220; Protein: 14 g; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 260 mg; Cholesterol: 45 mg; Saturated Fat: 4 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
MOM'S SOUTHERN PECAN PIE
Servings: 10
Source: Sweet Inspirations - A Sugar Free Dessert Cookbook
Author: Patti Lynch
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/162.shtml
Ingredients
1 unbaked pie shell
1 cup fruit sweetener **
1 envelope plain gelatin
1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
3 tbsp water
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp very strong coffee or espresso (prepared, not grounds)
24 pecan halves
**To make this fruit sweetener, mix together 1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate (thawed) and 1/2 cup granulated fructose.
Directions
Prepare pastry and place in 9-inch pie pan. In large bowl, combine fruit sweetener, gelatin and apple sauce. Beat with electric mixer.
In small bowl, blend water and cornstarch until smooth. Add cornstarch to fruit sweetener mixture and blend. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in vanilla and coffee. Pour mixture into pie shell. Decorate top with pecan halves. Bake 30-40 minutes (until custard is set) at 375° F. Cool slightly before cutting.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 211; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 69 mg; Cholesterol: 82 mg; Carbohydrates: 28 g; Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1 Bread; 2 Fat
GARDEN VEGETABLE AND TEMPE SAUTE
Yield: 4 servings
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Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes For People with Diabetes
Ingredients
2 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1-2 teaspoons olive oil
1 package (8 ounces) tempeh, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
1 medium zucchini, sliced
2 cups (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
Salt, to taste
Directions
Saute pepper blend and garlic in oil in large skillet 2 to 3 minutes. Add tempeh and cook 5 minutes.
Stir in remaining ingredients, except tomatoes and salt; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
Add tomato wedges; cook, covered, until softened, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Protein: 15 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 732 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 19 g; Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Meat, 1/2 Fat
BONELESS BUFFALO WINGS
Yield: 4 servings
Serving Size: 2 oz. chicken per serving
Source: The Diabetes Food and Nutrition Bible
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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
NUTTY BANANA BREAD
Serving Size: 1 (3/4 inch) slice
Serves: 12
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Ingredients
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup applesauce
1-1/4 cups mashed bananas
1 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
Spray one 9x5 inch loaf pan with non-stick spray coating.
In a large bowl, blend together the eggs, buttermilk, applesauce, and bananas. Sift together the Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, baking soda, and salt; mix into banana mixture. Stir in pecans. Spread batter into prepared pan.
Bake 1 hour, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 150; Calories from Fat: 45; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 270 mg; Cholesterol: 35 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Sugars: 8 g; Carbohydrates: 24 g
NEAPOLITAN MEATBALLS
This comes from Diabetic Connect.
To view this online, go to http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/2219-neapolitan-meatballs
Ingredients
1/2 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes
4 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 pound 93%-lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Directions
Place bulgur in a medium bowl and cover generously with hot water. Let soak for 30 minutes. Drain in a fine sieve, pressing to remove excess liquid.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add garlic, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 1 minute. Stir in canned tomatoes and plum tomatoes; increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low. Partially cover and let simmer while you prepare meatballs.
Place bread in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak for a few minutes. Drain and squeeze out moisture.
Whisk egg and egg white in a large bowl. Add the bulgur, the bread, beef, Parmesan, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Gently combine with a potato masher and/or your hands. Form into 20 oval meatballs about 2 inches long.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; blot with paper towels. Brown the remaining meatballs.
Mash the simmering tomato sauce with a potato masher to break down any large chunks of tomato. Add the meatballs to the sauce. Simmer over low heat, partially covered, for 50 minutes.
Taste the sauce and add sugar, if it seems tart, and additional pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with the sauce.
Makes 8 servings, 2 – 3 meatballs each.
Nutritional Facts: Servings: 1; Per serving: 283 calories; 11 g fat (4 g sat, 4 g mono); 73 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 5 g fiber; 687 mg sodium; 271 mg potassium. 1 Carbohydrate Serving; Exchanges1/2 starch; 1 vegetable; 2 1/2 lean meat
BUFFALO STYLE TACOS
Makes 8 servings
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Ingredients
1 (16-ounce) package JENNIE-O Lean Ground Turkey
1/3 cup hot pepper wing sauce
8 hard corn taco shells, heated as specified on package
1 cup shredded lettuce
2 tomatoes, diced
1 avocado, sliced
1/2 cup blue cheese dressing
Directions
Cook turkey as specified on package. Always cook to well-done, 165F as measured by a meat thermometer.
Add hot pepper sauce. Stir to combine.
Fill tacos shells with lettuce, turkey mixture, tomatoes and avocado.
Drizzle with blue cheese dressing.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 220; Protein: 14 g; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 260 mg; Cholesterol: 45 mg; Saturated Fat: 4 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Sugars: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g
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