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Thursday, January 13, 2022

Thursday Recipes

Almost the end of the work week. Here are six recipes to help you through the day, including Hawaiian Burgers and Rosemary-Sage Steak. Enjoy!

HEARTY IRISH STEW

This recipe begins, “Turn your St. Patrick’s Day party’s food and drinks into true Irish dining with this delicious, hearty American Irish Stew. It includes beef, onion, carrots, parsnips and potatoes for a Irish-inspired meal to satisfy all of your hungry guests. A great alternative to corned beef for St. Paddy’s Day.”

Source: American Institute for Cancer Research.

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/hearty-irish-stew

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1-1/4 pounds beef, top round, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

3 cloves garlic, minced

salt, to taste

pepper, to taste

1 medium onion, coarsely chopped

3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces

2 medium parsnips, cut into large chunks (optional)

3 cups low-fat, reduced-sodium beef broth

4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks

1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

1 leek, coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

In large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add beef and garlic. Cook, gently stirring until meat is evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.

Add onion, carrots and parsnips. Cook 3-4 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer about 75 minutes, or until meat is tender.

Stir in potatoes and simmer another 30 minutes. Add rosemary and leeks. Continue to simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender. To avoid potatoes falling apart, do not overcook.

Serve hot and garnish with parsley, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 370; Fat: 8 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 427 mg; Carbohydrates: 43 g

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH GARLIC

Makes 4 servings.

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/sauteed-spinach-with-garlic

Ingredients

1 pound raw spinach

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 fresh tomato

2 cloves garlic

Directions

Wash spinach thoroughly and drain.

Saute tomato and garlic in olive oil in a large saute pan.

Add spinach, cover and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring a few times.

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 94 mg; Protein: 3.9 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 1-1/2 Fat

GINGERED CARROTS

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter

Recipe Yield: Prep Time: 15 Minutes; Servings: 1; Difficulty Level: 2

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/gingered-carrots

Ingredients

3/4 pound fresh carrots

1/2 cup chicken broth

Dash onion powder

2 tablepoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon whipped butter

Directions

Cut carrots julienne (matchstick slices) or in thin rounds.

In a saucepan, add the carrots, broth and onion powder.

Cook 15 minutes or until carrots are tender.

Drain, add remaining ingredients, and toss lightly.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 56; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 68 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable

HAWAIIAN BURGERS

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/hawaiian-burgers

Ingredients

1 pound extra-lean ground beef

4 slices fresh pineapple, or canned, unsweetened, water packed variety

1 clove garlic, minced

2 scallions, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

4 slices- 1 ounce each french bread

Directions

Mix the beef, garlic, scallions, ginger, and soy sauce together and form in 4 patties of equal size about 3/4" thick.

Grill or broil 4" from souce of heat, for 7 minutes for medium-rare turning once. Grill longer for well done burgers.

While burgers are grilling, brush 4 slices of fresh or canned water-packed unsweetened pineapple with 1 teaspoon Worcestshire sauce.

Grill until pineapple is heated through and seared with grill marks, about 6 minutes (2 minutes for canned pineapple).

Serve each patty open-face on a 1 oz toasted slice of French bread, topped with grilled slice, and garnished with 1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 282; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 401 mg; Protein: 20 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g

ORANGE AND JICAMA SALAD

Recipe Yield: 2 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/orange-and-jicama-salad

Ingredients

Butter lettuce leaves

Salt

1 tablespoon fresh orange juice

Freshly ground pepper

1 large orange, peeled and sliced

1/2 cup red onion, chopped

1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

1 cup Jicama, julienned

1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Line plates with lettuce.

Top with orange slices.

Mound with jicama.

Sprinkle with chopped red onion.

Blend juice, vinegar, salt & pepper in small bowl.

Whisk in oil in thin stream.

Spoon over salads.

Garnish with minced cilantro.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 282; Fat: 2.8 g; Sodium: 36 mg; Protein: 4.9 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit; 1 vegetable; 1 fat; 1 starch

ROSEMARY-SAGE STEAK

Recipe Yield: 8 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless top sirloin steak, all visible fat removed

Marinade:

1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 medium lemons)

3 tablespoons dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried, crushed

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Put steak in an airtight plastic bag.

In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Pour over steak and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill on medium-high heat.

Drain steak, then grill for 8 to 12 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Low-fat Meat

Thursday, March 19, 2020

Thursday Recipes

Almost the end of the work week. Of course, if you're like many of us, you may already be looking at an unexpected time-off. In this time of pandemic, please stay safe! Having diabetes puts one at a higher risk...so take all the precautions you can.

In the meantime, we do have to eat. Here are six recipes to help you through the day, including Hawaiian Burgers and Rosemary-Sage Steak. Enjoy!

HEARTY IRISH STEW

This recipe begins, “Turn your St. Patrick’s Day party’s food and drinks into true Irish dining with this delicious, hearty American Irish Stew. It includes beef, onion, carrots, parsnips and potatoes for a Irish-inspired meal to satisfy all of your hungry guests. A great alternative to corned beef for St. Paddy’s Day.”

Source: American Institute for Cancer Research.

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/hearty-irish-stew

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1-1/4 pounds beef, top round, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

3 cloves garlic, minced

salt, to taste

pepper, to taste

1 medium onion, coarsely chopped

3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces

2 medium parsnips, cut into large chunks (optional)

3 cups low-fat, reduced-sodium beef broth

4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks

1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

1 leek, coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

In large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add beef and garlic. Cook, gently stirring until meat is evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.

Add onion, carrots and parsnips. Cook 3-4 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer about 75 minutes, or until meat is tender.

Stir in potatoes and simmer another 30 minutes. Add rosemary and leeks. Continue to simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender. To avoid potatoes falling apart, do not overcook.

Serve hot and garnish with parsley, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 370; Fat: 8 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 427 mg; Carbohydrates: 43 g

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH GARLIC

Makes 4 servings.

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/sauteed-spinach-with-garlic

Ingredients

1 pound raw spinach

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 fresh tomato

2 cloves garlic

Directions

Wash spinach thoroughly and drain.

Saute tomato and garlic in olive oil in a large saute pan.

Add spinach, cover and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring a few times.

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 94 mg; Protein: 3.9 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 1-1/2 Fat

GINGERED CARROTS

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter

Recipe Yield: Prep Time: 15 Minutes; Servings: 1; Difficulty Level: 2

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/gingered-carrots

Ingredients

3/4 pound fresh carrots

1/2 cup chicken broth

Dash onion powder

2 tablepoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon whipped butter

Directions

Cut carrots julienne (matchstick slices) or in thin rounds.

In a saucepan, add the carrots, broth and onion powder.

Cook 15 minutes or until carrots are tender.

Drain, add remaining ingredients, and toss lightly.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 56; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 68 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable

HAWAIIAN BURGERS

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/hawaiian-burgers

Ingredients

1 pound extra-lean ground beef

4 slices fresh pineapple, or canned, unsweetened, water packed variety

1 clove garlic, minced

2 scallions, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

4 slices- 1 ounce each french bread

Directions

Mix the beef, garlic, scallions, ginger, and soy sauce together and form in 4 patties of equal size about 3/4" thick.

Grill or broil 4" from souce of heat, for 7 minutes for medium-rare turning once. Grill longer for well done burgers.

While burgers are grilling, brush 4 slices of fresh or canned water-packed unsweetened pineapple with 1 teaspoon Worcestshire sauce.

Grill until pineapple is heated through and seared with grill marks, about 6 minutes (2 minutes for canned pineapple).

Serve each patty open-face on a 1 oz toasted slice of French bread, topped with grilled slice, and garnished with 1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 282; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 401 mg; Protein: 20 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g

ORANGE AND JICAMA SALAD

Recipe Yield: 2 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/orange-and-jicama-salad

Ingredients

Butter lettuce leaves

Salt

1 tablespoon fresh orange juice

Freshly ground pepper

1 large orange, peeled and sliced

1/2 cup red onion, chopped

1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

1 cup Jicama, julienned

1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Line plates with lettuce.

Top with orange slices.

Mound with jicama.

Sprinkle with chopped red onion.

Blend juice, vinegar, salt & pepper in small bowl.

Whisk in oil in thin stream.

Spoon over salads.

Garnish with minced cilantro.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 282; Fat: 2.8 g; Sodium: 36 mg; Protein: 4.9 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit; 1 vegetable; 1 fat; 1 starch

ROSEMARY-SAGE STEAK

Recipe Yield: 8 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless top sirloin steak, all visible fat removed

Marinade:

1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 medium lemons)

3 tablespoons dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried, crushed

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Put steak in an airtight plastic bag.

In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Pour over steak and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill on medium-high heat.

Drain steak, then grill for 8 to 12 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Low-fat Meat

Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Wednesday Recipes

Here are today's six recipes to help you through the day, including Tortellini En Brochette and Vegetable-Chicken Noodle Soup. Enjoy!

ROSEMARY-SAGE STEAK

Recipe Yield: 8 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless top sirloin steak, all visible fat removed

Marinade:

1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 medium lemons)

3 tablespoons dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried, crushed

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Put steak in an airtight plastic bag.

In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Pour over steak and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill on medium-high heat.

Drain steak, then grill for 8 to 12 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Low-fat Meat

TOMATO-BASIL SALAD WITH BALSAMIC DRESSING

Recipe Yield: Servings: 6

Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook

Book Title: The New American Heart Association Cookbook

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tomato-basil-salad-with-balsamic-dressing

Ingredients

Salad:

4 medium tomatoes, sliced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried, crumbled

Dressing:

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

1 tablspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon sugar

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Remaining Ingredients:

2 tablespoons shredded fat-free mozzarella cheese

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese

Directions

For salad, arrange tomato slices on a large, flat plate.

Sprinkle with basil.

In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over tomatoes.

Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 50; Fat: 3 g; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat

TORTELLINI EN BROCHETTE

Source: Family Circle "All-Time Favorite Recipes"

Book Title: Family Circle "All-Time Favorite Recipes”

Recipe Yield: 20 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/tortellini-en-brochette

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated spinach-cheese tortellini

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated plain cheese tortellini

Parmesan Dip:

1-1/2 cups ranch-style salad dressing

3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

Salt (optional)

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Cook tortellini in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water until al dente, firm but tender. Drain; cool under cold running water.

Prepare Parmesan dip: Combine dressing. Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt if desired and pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Skewer tortellini on wooden picks; place on a serving plate. Serve with dip.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 146; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 233 mg; Cholesterol: 33 mg; Protein: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch; 2 Low-Fat Milk; 1 Vegetable

VEGETABLE-CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

Yield: 6 servings. Serving size: about 1 cup soup.

View online here.

Ingredients

1 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup thinly sliced leek (white part only)

1/2 cup chopped carrot

1/2 cup chopped turnip

6 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided

1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 ounces uncooked yolk-free wide noodles

1 cup boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and diced

Directions

Combine celery, leek, carrot, turnip, and 1/3 cup chicken broth in large saucepan. Cover; cook over medium heat 12 to 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Stir in remaining 5 2/3 cups broth, parsley, thyme, rosemary, vinegar, and pepper; bring to a boil. Add noodles; cook until noodles are tender.

Stir in chicken. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until heated through.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 98 calories, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 10 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 18 mg, Sodium: 73 mg, Fiber: 1 g

Exchanges per serving: 1/2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Vegetable, 1 Meat.

STUFFED PEPPERS

Recipe Yield: Servings: 8

Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook

Book Title: The New American Heart Association Cookbook

To view this online, click here.

Ingredients

4 large bell peppers, any color or combination

1 teaspoon olive oil

2 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)

1 medium crookneck squash, diced (about 2 cups)

1 medium zucchini, diced (about 2 cups)

1/2 cup diced onion (1 medium)

2 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1 tsp bottled minced garlic

2 cups cooked brown rice (1/2 to 2/3 cup uncooked)

1/2 cup grated fat-free or low-fat Cheddar cheese (2 ounces)

1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts (2 ounces)

1 cup no-salt-added tomato juice

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Cut peppers in half lengthwise, removing stems, ribs, and seeds. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, swirling to coat bottom. Saute tomatoes, crookneck squash, zucchini, onion, and garlic until zucchini is tender-crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Don't overcook.

In a medium bowl, combine rice, cheese, and water chestnuts. Gently stir into skillet. Stuff pepper halves with vegetable mixture. Place in 9-inch round or square casserole dish, then carefully pour tomato juice around peppers. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 119; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 68 mg; Cholesterol: 1 mg; Protein: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Low-Fat Milk, 2 Vegetable

CHOCOLATE ORANGE BREAD PUDDING

Yield: 8 servings. Serving size: 3/4 cup.

View this online here.

Ingredients

1/4 cup sugar

3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1 1/2 cups fat-free (skim) milk

3 eggs, lightly beaten

1 to 2 teaspoons grated orange peel

1 teaspoon vanilla

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

4 ounces (4 cups) cubed French baguette

1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate ice cream topping

8 maraschino cherries with stems (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine sugar and cocoa in medium bowl; stir in milk, eggs, orange peel, vanilla, and cinnamon until well blended.

Place bread cubes in ungreased 8-inch square baking dish. Pour milk mixture evenly over bread cubes.

Bake about 35 minutes or until a knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool 5 to 10 minutes.

Spoon warm pudding into dessert dishes. Drizzle with ice cream topping and garnish with a cherry.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 131 calories, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 80 mg, Sodium: 131 mg, Fiber: 1 g

Exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 Bread/Starch.

Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Where's the Beef?

Here are six beefy recipes to help you through the day, including Chili-Bean Soup and Rosemary-Sage Steak. Enjoy!

HAWAIIAN BURGERS

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/hawaiian-burgers

Ingredients

1 pound extra-lean ground beef

4 slices fresh pineapple, or canned, unsweetened, water packed variety

1 clove garlic, minced

2 scallions, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

4 slices- 1 ounce each french bread

Directions

Mix the beef, garlic, scallions, ginger, and soy sauce together and form in 4 patties of equal size about 3/4" thick.

Grill or broil 4" from souce of heat, for 7 minutes for medium-rare turning once. Grill longer for well done burgers.

While burgers are grilling, brush 4 slices of fresh or canned water-packed unsweetened pineapple with 1 teaspoon Worcestshire sauce.

Grill until pineapple is heated through and seared with grill marks, about 6 minutes (2 minutes for canned pineapple).

Serve each patty open-face on a 1 oz toasted slice of French bread, topped with grilled slice, and garnished with 1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 282; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 401 mg; Protein: 20 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g

ROSEMARY-SAGE STEAK

Recipe Yield: 8 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless top sirloin steak, all visible fat removed

Marinade:

1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 medium lemons)

3 tablespoons dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried, crushed

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Put steak in an airtight plastic bag.

In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Pour over steak and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill on medium-high heat.

Drain steak, then grill for 8 to 12 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Low-fat Meat

AFRICAN BEEF SPINACH STEW (SHOKO)

This recipe begins, “This spicy and hearty stew will hit the spot!”

View this online at http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/956-african-beef-spinach-stew-shoko

Ingredients

1 can tomatoes — undrained

1 whole hot chili peppers

2 large onions

1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper — capsicum

6 tbsp vegetable oil

2 lb beef steak — 1kg cut in cubes

1 cup water — or beef broth

1/4 tsp sugar

1/4 tsp salt

2 tsp cayenne pepper

1 1/2 tsp minced ginger

1 lb fresh spinach

Directions

Reserve 1/2 cup of juice from the canned tomatoes, and discard the rest of the juice.

Combine the chile, tomatoes, onions, and green bell pepper in a food processor, and process until the vegetables are minced but not pureed.

Heat the oil in a large, cast-iron pot, and saute the vegetables and beef for 5 minutes over high heat.

Add the reserved tomato juice, water sugar, salt, cayenne, and ginger.

Cover, lower the heat, and simmer for 2 hours.

Stir occasionally to keep from burning.

Meanwhile, soak the spinach in warm water for 15 minutes.

Then rinse thoroughly, separate, rinse again (and even a third time if you want to be extra careful), shred coarsely, and set aside.

After 2 hours, add the spinach to the pot and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes, until the water is gone and the spinach is cooked.

Nutritional Facts: Servings: 4; Per Serving: 244 Calories; 21 g Fat (73.5% calories from fat); 5 g Protein; 13 g Carbohydrate; 5 g Dietary Fiber; 0 mg Cholesterol; 230 mg Sodium.

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable; 4 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

CHILI-BEAN SOUP

Recipe Yield: Servings: 8

Source: Deliciously Healthy Favorite Foods Cookbook

Book Title: Deliciously Healthy Favorite Foods Cookbook

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chili-bean-soup

Ingredients

1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper

1 small onion, chopped

1/3 pound lean round steak, sliced into very thin 1" long strips

4 cups low-sodium beef bouillon

1-1/2 teaspoons each: chili powder and dried parsley flakes

3 cups canned peeled tomatoes (with juice), cut into pieces

3 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 1/2 cup water

1 can (15 oz.) pink or pinto beans with juice

Directions

In a large, heavy soup post sprayed with nonstick spray, stir-fry pepper and onion over medium-high heat until soft but not browned. Remove from pot and set aside.

Re-spray pot with non-stick spray and brown beef strips over medium-high heat. Add cooked pepper and onion to pot. Add beef bouillon, chili powder, parsley, tomatoes with juice, cornstarch dissolved in water and beans with juice. Cover and simmer for 1 hour.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 101; Fat: 2.9 g; Sodium: 395 mg; Cholesterol: 9 mg; Protein: 7.1 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Lean Meat, 1 Bread/Starch

BEEF TERIYAKI

Recipe Yield: Servings: 5

View this online here.

Ingredients

1 pound beef boneless sirloin steak

1/4 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup dry sherry, white wine or chicken broth

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

2 teaspoons chopped gingerroot or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1 teaspoon sugar (or sugar substitute)

1 clove garlic, chopped

Directions

Trim fat from beef steak; cut beef into 3/4-inch cubes. Place beef in glass or plastic bowl. Mix remaining ingredients; pour over beef. Cover and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, at least 1 hour.

Thread 6 beef cubes on each of 5 skewers; brush with marinade. Set oven control to broil. Broil kabobs with tops about 4 inches from heat 5 to 6 minutes; turn. Brush with marinade; broil until done, 5 to 6 minutes longer.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 200 mg; Cholesterol: 45 mg; Protein: 17 g

Carbohydrates: 1 grams

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

STEAK, ROASTED TOMATO AND BEAN CHILI

Recipe Yield: Makes 8 servings.

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/steak-roasted-tomato-and-bean-chili

Ingredients

3 pounds Shoulder Steaks, cut 3/4-inch thick

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1 medium green bell pepper, chopped

1 medium onion, chopped

2-1/2 cups no-salt added roasted tomato salsa

1/4 cup chili powder

2 tsp ground cumin

2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt added black beans, rinsed, drained

Optional Toppings/Additions:

Guacamole, chopped fresh cilantro, chopped purple onion, chopped tomato, shredded cheese

Directions

Cut beef steaks into 3/4-inch pieces.

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in stockpot over medium heat until hot. Brown beef in three batches. Set aside.

Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, bell pepper and onion to same stockpot. Cook and stir 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Return beef and accumulated juices to stockpot.

Add salsa, chili powder and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours or until beef is fork-tender.

Stir in beans; cook, uncovered, 10 to 15 minutes or until beans are heated through, stirring occasionally.

Serve chili in bowls. Garnish with Toppings, as desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 289; Fat: 10 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 264 mg; Cholesterol: 78 mg; Protein: 32 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g

Friday, March 30, 2018

Friday Recipes

It's finally Friday. (Yay!) Here are six recipes to help you through the weekend, including Grilled Vegetables with Basil Dressing and Chicken and Broccoli in Mushroom Sauce. Enjoy!

ROSEMARY-SAGE STEAK

Recipe Yield: 8 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless top sirloin steak, all visible fat removed

Marinade:

1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 medium lemons)

3 tablespoons dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried, crushed

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Put steak in an airtight plastic bag.

In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Pour over steak and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill on medium-high heat.

Drain steak, then grill for 8 to 12 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Low-fat Meat

NOT SO GUILTY BROWNIES

Recipe Yield: Servings: 24

Source: Cinnamon Hearts

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/not-so-guilty-brownies

Ingredients

Brownies:

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

3/4 cup sugar

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 cup oil

2 tsp chocolate extract or flavor

2 eggs

Frosting:

3/4 cup powdered sugar

1 T unsweetened cocoa

1 T skim or 2% milk

1/2 tsp chocolate extract or flavor

1/8 tsp butter flavor

Directions

Heat oven to 350F.

Grease bottom only of 8-inch square pan.

Combine all brownie ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well. Spread in greased pan.

Bake at 350 F. for 13-18 minutes, or until top is dry and springs back when touched lightly in center.

Cool for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine all frosting ingredients in a small bowl & mix well.

Spread over top of slightly cooled brownies or cut brownies into squares and drizzle with frosting (as shown, adjust milk to get the right consistency).

Cool completely.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 50 mg; Cholesterol: 18 mg; Carbohydrates: 13 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fat

GRILLED VEGETABLES WITH BASIL DRESSING

Recipe Yield: Makes 8 servings.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-vegetables-with-basil-dressing

Ingredients

1 small eggplant, sliced into thick rounds

1 zucchini, cut into thick, diagonal slices

1 yellow summer squash, cut into thick slices

1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into eighths

1 small red onion, sliced and cut into 8 segments

2 Tbsp. balsamic or red wine vinegar

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, or 1 Tbsp. dried

1/4 cup non-fat yogurt

2 Tbsp. reduced-fat mayonnaise

1 Tbsp. minced fresh basil, or 1 tsp. dried

1 tsp. lemon juice

Directions

Thread skewers with alternating pieces of eggplant, zucchini, squash, bell pepper and onion. Place skewered vegetables in shallow pan.

Make marinade for vegetables by blending vinegar, oil and 1/4 cup fresh basil (or 1 Tbsp. dried). Pour over vegetables. Let stand 10 minutes, occasionally turning skewers so marinade coats all sides.

Meanwhile, make dressing. Place yogurt, mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp. fresh basil (or 1 tsp. dried) and lemon juice in a blender and mix until smooth. Transfer to small pitcher.

Grill vegetables, adjusting height of rack to avoid charring if using an outdoor grill. Serve vegetables as a side dish, as a sandwich filling in pita halves, or on sliced French bread or bruschetta. Pass basil-yogurt dressing to use as a topping.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 88; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 44 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable; 1 Fat

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI IN MUSHROOM SAUCE

Source: American Heart Association

Recipe Yield: Servings: 6

https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-and-broccoli-in-mushroom-sauce

Ingredients

Vegetable oil spray

10 ounces fresh broccoli spears (or 10-ounce package frozen)

2 cups diced, cooked chicken

For Sauce:

1 teaspoon light margarine

8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (2-1/2 to 3 cups)

1-1/3 cups Chicken Broth

5-ounce can fat-free evaporated milk (2/3 cup)

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup sliced green onions

3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Dash of nutmeg

For Topping:

1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs (or 1/2 slice bread)

2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh parsley

1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Directions

Lightly spray a 9-inch square baking pan with vegetable oil spray.

Steam broccoli spears until tender-crisp, then plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain and blot dry on paper towels. Arrange in baking pan.

Evenly place chicken over broccoli. Set aside.

For sauce, heat margarine in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Swirl to coat bottom. Cook mushrooms, covered, for 7 to 9 minutes, or until they've been released of their juices. Increase heat to high and cook, uncovered, for 1 to 2 minutes to allow liquid to evaporate. Set aside.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Pour broth and milk into a medium saucepan. Whisk in flour. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in green onions, Parmesan, nutmeg, and mushrooms. Pour over chicken in baking pan.

In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake for 25 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 165; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 150 mg; Protein: 18 g; Carbohydrates: 12 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch; 2-1/2 Low-Fat Meat

VEGETABLE-CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

Yield: 6 servings. Serving size: about 1 cup soup.

View online here.

Ingredients

1 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup thinly sliced leek (white part only)

1/2 cup chopped carrot

1/2 cup chopped turnip

6 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided

1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 ounces uncooked yolk-free wide noodles

1 cup boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and diced

Directions

Combine celery, leek, carrot, turnip, and 1/3 cup chicken broth in large saucepan. Cover; cook over medium heat 12 to 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Stir in remaining 5 2/3 cups broth, parsley, thyme, rosemary, vinegar, and pepper; bring to a boil. Add noodles; cook until noodles are tender.

Stir in chicken. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until heated through.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 98 calories, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 10 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 18 mg, Sodium: 73 mg, Fiber: 1 g

Exchanges per serving: 1/2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Vegetable, 1 Meat.

CHOCOLATE ORANGE BREAD PUDDING

Yield: 8 servings. Serving size: 3/4 cup.

View this online here.

Ingredients

1/4 cup sugar

3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1 1/2 cups fat-free (skim) milk

3 eggs, lightly beaten

1 to 2 teaspoons grated orange peel

1 teaspoon vanilla

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

4 ounces (4 cups) cubed French baguette

1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate ice cream topping

8 maraschino cherries with stems (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine sugar and cocoa in medium bowl; stir in milk, eggs, orange peel, vanilla, and cinnamon until well blended.

Place bread cubes in ungreased 8-inch square baking dish. Pour milk mixture evenly over bread cubes.

Bake about 35 minutes or until a knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool 5 to 10 minutes.

Spoon warm pudding into dessert dishes. Drizzle with ice cream topping and garnish with a cherry.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 131 calories, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 80 mg, Sodium: 131 mg, Fiber: 1 g

Exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 Bread/Starch.

Thursday, March 22, 2018

Thursday Recipes

Here are today's yummy recipes to help you through the day, including Pepperoni Pizza Salad and Baked Apples with Raisins. Enjoy!

ROSEMARY-SAGE STEAK

Recipe Yield: 8 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless top sirloin steak, all visible fat removed

Marinade:

1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 medium lemons)

3 tablespoons dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried, crushed

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Put steak in an airtight plastic bag.

In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Pour over steak and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill on medium-high heat.

Drain steak, then grill for 8 to 12 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Low-fat Meat

PEPPERONI PIZZA SALAD

Recipe Yield: 6 servings.

Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast

Book Title: Cooking Healthy and Fast

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/pepperoni-pizza-salad

Ingredients

1 cup dry rotini pasta

3/4 Cup refrigerated Garden Vegetable Pasta Sauce

1 Tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning

1 Cup (4 oz) Mozzarella cheese, shredded

1/3 Cup (1-3/4 oz) small pepperoni slices, halved

1 Cup fresh mushrooms, sliced

1 Cup Green bell pepper, chopped

1/4 Cup black olives, sliced

1 Tomato, chopped

Directions

Cook rotini to desired doneness as directed on package, omitting salt. Drain; rinse with cold water.

Meanwhile, combine pasta sauce, oil and Italian seasoning in a large bowl; blend well.

Add cooked rotini and remaining ingredients to pasta sauce mixture; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate until serving time.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 290; Fat: 11 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 440 mg; Cholesterol: 17 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g; Sugars: 4 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Med Fat Meat, 1 Starch/Bread, 1 Vegetable

CRUMB TOPPED CHERRY PIE DESSERT

Source: Sweet Inspirations

Book Title: Sweet Inspirations

Recipe Yield: Servings: 12

View this online here.

Ingredients

Pastry for a one-crust pie

2 (1lb) cans red tart cherries (packed in water)

1/2 cup fruit sweetener** (1/4 cup frozen apple juice concentrate plus 1/4 cup granulated fructose)

3 tbsp cornstarch

1/4 cup water

1/4 tsp salt

1 tsp. grated lemon peel

2 tbsp lemon juice

A few drops of red food coloring (optional)

2 tbsp almond flavoring

Topping:

1/4 cup flour

1/2 cup instant mashed potato or buds

1/4 cup fruit sweetener** (1/8 cup frozen apple juice concentrate plus 1/8 cup granulated fructose)

1 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp nutmeg

1/4 cup margarine

**You can find commercial fruit sweeteners, ordinarily a combination of concentrated peach & pear juices and unsweetened pineapple syrup, in health food stores, gourmet food stores and large grocery outlets. It tastes 1-1/2 to 2 times sweeter than refined sugar. You can also make your own fruit sweetener. For example, if a recipe calls for 1/2 cup fruit sweetener, you can substitute 1/4 cup concentrated apple juice + 1/4 cup granulated fructose.

Directions

Line 9-inch pie pan with prepared pastry. Set aside.

Drain cherries, reserving one cup of the liquid. In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and 1/4 cup water, stirring until smooth. Add cherry liquid, fruit sweetener and salt. Simmer mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Remove from heat and add cherries, peel, lemon juice, food coloring and almond flavoring. Pour into prepared pie shell.

Combine last six ingredients and blend to crumbly consistency. Sprinkle over pie filling. Bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees. Cut into 12 pieces.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 178; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 128 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 26 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch, 2/3 Fruit, 1-1/2 Fat

SCOTTISH SCONES

Recipe Yield: Servings: 16

Source: Light and Easy Diabetes Cuisine

Book Title: Light and Easy Diabetes Cuisine

https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/scottish-scones

Ingredients

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour

1 cup whole-wheat flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

4 tbsp whipped butter

1 cup buttermilk

1/2 cup golden raisins

Directions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.

Coat a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.

In a large bowl, sift the dry ingredients together. Add the butter and mix it into the flour with your fingers. Add buttermilk and knead into a soft dough. Knead in the raisins.

On a floured board, roll out the dough until 1/2" thick.

Cut dough into 16 rounds. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden in color.

Serve warm or let cool and store in an airtight container.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 97; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 115 mg; Cholesterol: 7 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 16 grams

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch/Bread

BAKED APPLES WITH RAISINS

Recipe Yield: Servings: 2

https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/baked-apples-with-raisins

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; Carbohydrates: 10 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Fruit

AFRICAN BEEF SPINACH STEW (SHOKO)

This recipe begins, “This spicy and hearty stew will hit the spot!”

View this online at http://www.diabeticconnect.com/diabetic-recipes/general/956-african-beef-spinach-stew-shoko

Ingredients

1 can tomatoes — undrained

1 whole hot chili peppers

2 large onions

1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper — capsicum

6 tbsp vegetable oil

2 lb beef steak — 1kg cut in cubes

1 cup water — or beef broth

1/4 tsp sugar

1/4 tsp salt

2 tsp cayenne pepper

1 1/2 tsp minced ginger

1 lb fresh spinach

Directions

Reserve 1/2 cup of juice from the canned tomatoes, and discard the rest of the juice.

Combine the chile, tomatoes, onions, and green bell pepper in a food processor, and process until the vegetables are minced but not pureed.

Heat the oil in a large, cast-iron pot, and saute the vegetables and beef for 5 minutes over high heat.

Add the reserved tomato juice, water sugar, salt, cayenne, and ginger.

Cover, lower the heat, and simmer for 2 hours.

Stir occasionally to keep from burning.

Meanwhile, soak the spinach in warm water for 15 minutes.

Then rinse thoroughly, separate, rinse again (and even a third time if you want to be extra careful), shred coarsely, and set aside.

After 2 hours, add the spinach to the pot and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes, until the water is gone and the spinach is cooked.

Nutritional Facts: Servings: 4; Per Serving: 244 Calories; 21 g Fat (73.5% calories from fat); 5 g Protein; 13 g Carbohydrate; 5 g Dietary Fiber; 0 mg Cholesterol; 230 mg Sodium.

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable; 4 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Thursday, February 22, 2018

Thursday Recipes

Here are today's six recipes to help you through the day, including Hawaiian Burgers and Rosemary-Sage Steak. Enjoy!

HEARTY IRISH STEW

This recipe begins, “Turn your St. Patrick’s Day party’s food and drinks into true Irish dining with this delicious, hearty American Irish Stew. It includes beef, onion, carrots, parsnips and potatoes for a Irish-inspired meal to satisfy all of your hungry guests. A great alternative to corned beef for St. Paddy’s Day.”

Source: American Institute for Cancer Research.

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/hearty-irish-stew

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1-1/4 pounds beef, top round, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

3 cloves garlic, minced

salt, to taste

pepper, to taste

1 medium onion, coarsely chopped

3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces

2 medium parsnips, cut into large chunks (optional)

3 cups low-fat, reduced-sodium beef broth

4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks

1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

1 leek, coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

In large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add beef and garlic. Cook, gently stirring until meat is evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.

Add onion, carrots and parsnips. Cook 3-4 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer about 75 minutes, or until meat is tender.

Stir in potatoes and simmer another 30 minutes. Add rosemary and leeks. Continue to simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender. To avoid potatoes falling apart, do not overcook.

Serve hot and garnish with parsley, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 370; Fat: 8 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 6 g; Sodium: 427 mg; Carbohydrates: 43 g

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH GARLIC

Makes 4 servings.

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/sauteed-spinach-with-garlic

Ingredients

1 pound raw spinach

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 fresh tomato

2 cloves garlic

Directions

Wash spinach thoroughly and drain.

Saute tomato and garlic in olive oil in a large saute pan.

Add spinach, cover and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring a few times.

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 94 mg; Protein: 3.9 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable; 1-1/2 Fat

GINGERED CARROTS

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter

Recipe Yield: Prep Time: 15 Minutes; Servings: 1; Difficulty Level: 2

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/gingered-carrots

Ingredients

3/4 pound fresh carrots

1/2 cup chicken broth

Dash onion powder

2 tablepoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon whipped butter

Directions

Cut carrots julienne (matchstick slices) or in thin rounds.

In a saucepan, add the carrots, broth and onion powder.

Cook 15 minutes or until carrots are tender.

Drain, add remaining ingredients, and toss lightly.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 56; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 68 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 13 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable

HAWAIIAN BURGERS

Source: The Diabetic Newsletter

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/hawaiian-burgers

Ingredients

1 pound extra-lean ground beef

4 slices fresh pineapple, or canned, unsweetened, water packed variety

1 clove garlic, minced

2 scallions, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

4 slices- 1 ounce each french bread

Directions

Mix the beef, garlic, scallions, ginger, and soy sauce together and form in 4 patties of equal size about 3/4" thick.

Grill or broil 4" from souce of heat, for 7 minutes for medium-rare turning once. Grill longer for well done burgers.

While burgers are grilling, brush 4 slices of fresh or canned water-packed unsweetened pineapple with 1 teaspoon Worcestshire sauce.

Grill until pineapple is heated through and seared with grill marks, about 6 minutes (2 minutes for canned pineapple).

Serve each patty open-face on a 1 oz toasted slice of French bread, topped with grilled slice, and garnished with 1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 282; Fat: 13 g; Sodium: 401 mg; Protein: 20 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g

ORANGE AND JICAMA SALAD

Recipe Yield: 2 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/orange-and-jicama-salad

Ingredients

Butter lettuce leaves

Salt

1 tablespoon fresh orange juice

Freshly ground pepper

1 large orange, peeled and sliced

1/2 cup red onion, chopped

1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

1 cup Jicama, julienned

1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Line plates with lettuce.

Top with orange slices.

Mound with jicama.

Sprinkle with chopped red onion.

Blend juice, vinegar, salt & pepper in small bowl.

Whisk in oil in thin stream.

Spoon over salads.

Garnish with minced cilantro.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 282; Fat: 2.8 g; Sodium: 36 mg; Protein: 4.9 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit; 1 vegetable; 1 fat; 1 starch

ROSEMARY-SAGE STEAK

Recipe Yield: 8 Servings

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-filled-cake-roll

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless top sirloin steak, all visible fat removed

Marinade:

1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 medium lemons)

3 tablespoons dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried, crushed

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Put steak in an airtight plastic bag.

In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Pour over steak and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill on medium-high heat.

Drain steak, then grill for 8 to 12 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Fat: 6 g; Protein: 25 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Low-fat Meat

Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Tuesday Recipes

Here are today's six diabetic recipes to help you through the day. Enjoy!

ZUCCHINI LEMON BREAD

Serving: 1/2-inch thick slice. Also contains 1g dietary fiber and 6g sugars

Yields one 18-slice loaf.

View: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/355.shtml

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup whole wheat flour

1/2 cup sugar

1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 cup packed shredded peeled zucchini

1/3 cup chopped walnuts

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 cup fat-free milk

1/3 cup canola or corn oil

2 large eggs, or 1/2 cup egg substitute

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick pan spray.

Combine the flours, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Stir in zucchini, walnuts, lemon zest, and cinnamon.

Combine the milk, oil, and eggs; add to the dry ingredients and mix until the dry ingredients are moistened. Spread evenly in the prepared pan.

Bake 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Let the bread stand in the pan for 5 minutes; turn the loaf out onto a wire cooling rack. When cool, cut in 18 slices.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 122; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 206 mg; Cholesterol: 24 mg; Carbohydrates: 15 g; Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Fat

ZUCCHINI SOUP

6 (1-cup) Servings

Source: Light and Easy Diabetes Cuisine

Author: Betty Marks

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/419.shtml

Ingredients

2 cups chicken broth

2-1/2 cups sliced zucchini

1 cup chopped onion

2 garlic cloves, minced

Pinch dried leaf marjoram

1 teaspoon curry powder

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tablespoons non-fat dry milk

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons diced red bell pepper, or pimento

Directions

In a medium-size saucepan, place all ingredients except yogurt, lemon juice and bell pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, skim off any froth that accumulates, cover and simmer 10 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Cool.

In a blender or a food processor fitted with the metal blade, process in batches until pureed. Add yogurt and lemon juice; chill well. Garnish with bell peppers.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 39; Protein: 3 g; Sodium: 75 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Carbohydrates: 7 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Milk, 1 Vegetable

SPINACH PINWHEELS

Servings: 24; 1 slice per serving

Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook

View:http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/71.shtml

Ingredients

1 teaspoon light margarine

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

10-ounce package frozen no-salt-added chopped spinach, thawed

1/2 cup nonfat or part-skim ricotta cheese

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Dash of nutmeg

Dash of cayenne

10-ounce package of refrigerated pizza dough

Vegetable oil spray

White of 1 egg, slightly beaten

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

In a small nonstick skillet, heat margarine over medium-high heat. Swirl to cover bottom. Saute onion until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes.

In a medium bowl, combine onion, spinach, ricotta, lemon juice, nutmeg, and cayenne. Blend well.

Press dough into a 12x14-inch rectangle. Cut in half, forming two 7x12-inch rectangles.

With a rubber scraper, spread half the spinach mixture on each piece of dough. Roll up, starting from a 12-inch side. Pinch each end of rolled dough. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly spray a baking sheet with vegetable oil spray.

With a sharp knife, cut each roll into 12 slices. Put pieces on baking sheet. Brush with egg white and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until light golden brown.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 37; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch/Bread

ROSEMARY-SAGE STEAK

Servings: 8

Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook

View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/38.shtml

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless top sirloin steak, all visible fat removed

Marinade:

1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (1 to 2 medium lemons)

3 tablespoons dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic)

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried, crushed

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 medium cloves garlic, minced, or 1-1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Put steak in an airtight plastic bag.

In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Pour over steak and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate for 1 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill on medium-high heat.

Drain steak, then grill for 8 to 12 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 164; Protein: 25 g; Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g; Exchanges: 3 Low-fat Meat

MUSTARD ROAST BEEF

Yield: 8 servings

Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes for People with Diabetes

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Ingredients

1/4 cup apricot preserves

2-4 tablespoons spicy brown mustard

2-3 teaspoons reduced-sodium Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon light brown sugar

1 tablespoon prepared horseradish

1 teaspoon crushed caraway seeds

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1 teaspoon crushed black, or mixed, peppercorns

1 boneless beef sirloin tip roast, fat trimmed (about 2 pounds)

Directions

Mix all ingredients except beef in medium bowl. Spread on all surfaces of meat. Place meat on rack in roasting pan.

Roast at 350 degrees F. until meat thermometer registers 140 degrees (medium), or 160 degrees (well done), 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 171; Protein: 20.7 g; Fat: 5.5 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 60.3 mg; Saturated Fat: 2.1 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Fruit, 3 Meat

CHILI CON CARNE

Yield: 8 servings (about 1 cup each)

Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes for People with Diabetes

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Ingredients

Vegetable cooking spray

1 pound 95% lean ground beef

1-1/2 cups chopped onions

1 cup chopped green bell pepper

2 cloves garlic, minced

1-2 tablespoons chili powder

2 teaspoons dried cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt whole tomatoes, undrained, coarsely chopped

1 can (6 ounces) reduced-sodium tomato paste

3/4 cup beer or reduced-sodium beef broth

1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar

2-3 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa

1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed, drained

Salt and pepper, to taste

1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded fat-free, or reduced-fat, Cheddar cheese

1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions and tops

1/2 cup fat-free sour cream

Directions

Spray large saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Add ground beef, onions, bell pepper, and garlic; cook over medium heat until meat is brown and vegetables are tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cloves; cook 1 to 2 minutes longer.

Add tomatoes and liquid, tomato paste, beer, brown sugar, and cocoa to beef mixture. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 1 hour. Stir in beans and simmer, uncovered, to thicken, if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Spoon chili into bowls; sprinkle each with equal amounts of cheese, green onions, and sour cream.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 220; Protein: 21.9 g; Fat: 3.6 g; Sodium: 224 mg; Cholesterol: 32.5 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 28.7 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1 Bread, 2 Meat