Today's offerings include Taco Salad with Cumin Dressing and Beef and Vegetable Lo Mein. Enjoy!
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APRICOT-ORANGE CHICKEN WITH GLAZED ONIONS
Yield: 4 servings; Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/apricot-orange-chicken-with-glazed-onions.
Ingredients
1 whole roasted deli chicken, skinned
3 tablespoons no-added-sugar apricot preserves, divided
3 tablespoons no-added-sugar orange marmalade, divided
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
Nonstick cooking spray
1 large onion, quartered
1 clove garlic, minced
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In small bowl, blend 1 tablespoon each apricot preserves, marmalade, and vinegar.
Place chicken in baking pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. Add water to pan to a depth of 1/4-1/2 inch. Brush chicken with preserve mixture. Combine the remaining preserves, marmalade, vinegar, onion, and garlic and spoon around the chicken.
Roast, covered, for 25 minutes. Uncover and roast for 10 more minutes, until onion is tender.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 278; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 110 mg; Cholesterol: 100 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Carbohydrate, 4 Lean Meat
ROASTED GARLIC SWEET PEPPER STRIPS
Source: The Best Diabetes Cookbook
Book Title: The Best Diabetes Cookbook
Yield: 4 servings
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/roasted-garlic-sweet-pepper-strips.
Ingredients
4 large sweet peppers (combination of green, red and yellow)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed garlic
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
On baking sheet, bake whole peppers for 15 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally, or until blistered and blackened. Place in paper bag; seal and let stand for 10 minutes.
Peel off charred skin from peppers; cut off tops and bottoms. Remove seeds and ribs; cut into 1 inch wide strips and place on serving platter.
Mix oil with garlic; brush over peppers. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 112; Fat: 8 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 30 mg; Cholesterol: 1 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetables, 1-1/2 Fat
LEMON CHICKEN WITH BROCCOLI AND GINGER
Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings.
Source: AICR
Recipe and image appear courtesy of American Institute for Cancer Research.
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/lemon-chicken-with-broccoli-and-ginger.
Ingredients
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground white or black pepper
1 Tbsp. coconut oil, divided
1 lb. skinless and boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 Tbsp. grated or finely chopped ginger, plus 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup sliced leek, white and pale green parts, 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup thinly slice red onion, in crescents
3 cups broccoli florets, cut to bite-size
1/4 cup chopped scallions, green and white parts
Directions
In measuring cup, combine broth, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Set aside.
Heat a wok over high heat. When wok is hot, drizzle half of the oil around sides, then lift and swirl wok to coat it. Add chicken, and stir-fry until no pink color shows, 2 minutes. Scoop out chicken and place on plate.
Drizzle remaining oil into wok and swirl to coat. Add fresh ginger, ground ginger and garlic and stir fry until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add leek and onion and stir fry for 1 minute. Pour in broth mixture, cover wok and cook for 2 minutes until broccoli looks bright green. Return chicken to wok and stir fry until pieces are white in the center, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn contents of wok out onto serving platter. Sprinkle on scallions and serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 193; Fat: 5 g; Saturated Fat: 3 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 452 mg; Protein: 29 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g
CORN BREAD APPLESAUCE MUFFINS
Recipe Yield: Yield: 8 servings
Source: The New American Heart Association Cookbook
Book Title: The New American Heart Association Cookbook
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/corn-bread-applesauce-muffins.
Ingredients
Vegetable oil spray
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free milk
Egg substitute equivalent to 1 egg or 1 egg
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly spray eight muffin cups with vegetable oil spray.
Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl, stirring well.
Beat remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
Make a well in cornmeal mixture. Pour milk mixture into well, stirring just until moistened. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted in center of muffins comes out clean.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 86; Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 1 g; Sodium: 189 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch
BEEF AND VEGETABLE LO MEIN
Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Source: 1,001 Delicious Recipes for People with Diabetes
Book Title: 1,001 Delicious Recipes for People with Diabetes
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/beef-and-vegetable-lo-mein.
Ingredients
1 package (12 ounces) fresh Chinese-style noodles
4 quarts boiling water
4 Chinese dried black, or shiitake, mushrooms
1 tablespoon sesame, or vegetable, oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh gingerroot
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 ounces beef eye of round steak, fat trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sliced carrots
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon black bean paste
2 teaspoons light soy sauce
Directions
Cook noodles in 4 quarts boiling water until tender, about 2 minutes; drain and reserve. Place dried mushrooms in bowl; pour hot water over to cover. Let stand until mushrooms are soft, about 15 minutes; drain. Slice mushrooms, discarding tough parts.
Heat oil in wok or skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Stir-fry mushrooms, gingerroot, and garlic 2 minutes. Add beef; stir-fry until beef is cooked, about 5 minutes. Remove from wok.
Add broccoli and carrots to work; stir-fry until vegetables are crisp-tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from wok.
Combine 1/3 cup water, sherry, and cornstarch; add to wok and heat to boiling. Boil, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in black bean paste and soy sauce. Return beef and vegetable mixtures to wok; add noodles. Stir-fry over medium heat until hot through, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 300; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 153 mg; Cholesterol: 41.2 mg; Protein: 22.1 g; Carbohydrates: 38 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 2 Bread, 2-1/2 Meat
TACO SALAD WITH CUMIN DRESSING
Recipe Yield: Servings: 8
Source: The Diabetic Newsletter
View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/taco-salad-with-cumin-dressing.
Ingredients
8 tortillas
1 teaspoon powdered mustard
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 cups romaine lettuce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cups turkey, chopped and cooked
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
Directions
Toast the tortillas on a baking sheet in a 400F oven for about 10 minutes.
While hot, sprinkle on the Parmesan cheese.
Cool and break into bite-size pieces.
Chop the lettuce and arrange it in the bottom of a salad bowl.
Make the cumin dressing by combining the salt, vinegar, pepper, garlic powder, lemon juice, mustard, cumin, water and oil in a bowl or jar.
Heat the turkey in a skillet with the cumin seeds.
Sprinkle chunks of turkey over the lettuce.
Add the tomato pieces and cheese.
Pour on the cumin dressing and top with tortilla chips.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 205; Fat: 11 g; Protein: 17 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Fat; 1/2 Bread/Starch; 1/2 Vegetable; 2 Lean Meat
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Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Thursday, March 9, 2017
Thursday Recipes
Here are today's six yummy recipes to help you through the day. Enjoy!
PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
Yield: 4 servings
Source: Hellmann's
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Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.
On baking sheet, arrange chicken.
Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.
Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Protein: 27 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Carbohydrates: 2 g
TOMATO, CHIVE AND MANGO SALSA
This recipe begins, “This salsa is great with tortilla chips, but consider using it to top grilled, broiled or roasted chicken, pork or seafood.”
Yield: 3 servings.
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Ingredients
1 cup fresh mango, diced
1-1/2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir.
Serve or cover and refrigerate until needed.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 31; Protein: 1 g; Sodium: 121 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 7 g
TACO SALAD WITH CUMIN DRESSING
Servings: 8
Source: The Diabetic Newsletter
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/41.shtml
Ingredients
8 tortillas
1 teaspoon powdered mustard
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 cups romaine lettuce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cups cooked turkey, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
Directions
Toast the tortillas on a baking sheet in a 400F oven for about 10 minutes.
While hot, sprinkle on the Parmesan cheese.
Cool and break into bite-size pieces.
Chop the lettuce and arrange it in the bottom of a salad bowl.
Make the cumin dressing by combining the salt, vinegar, pepper, garlic powder, lemon juice, mustard, cumin, water and oil in a bowl or jar.
Heat the turkey in a skillet with the cumin seeds.
Sprinkle chunks of turkey over the lettuce.
Add the tomato pieces and cheese.
Pour on the cumin dressing and top with tortilla chips.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 205; Protein: 17 g; Fat: 11 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1 Fat; 1/2 Bread/Starch; 1/2 Vegetable; 2 Lean Meat
CREAMY PUMPKIN APPLE BISQUE
This recipe begins, “Enjoy the tastes of the season with this decadent soup.”
Yield: 4 servings
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Source: "The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen"
Ingredients
1 Tbsp canola oil
1 cup diced onions
1/2 medium Gala apple, peeled and chopped
1 can (14oz) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 of (15oz) can solid pumpkin
2 Tbsp sugar
1-1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups fat-free half and half
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
Directions
Heat canola oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and apple; cook 5 minutes or until onions begin to brown.
Place onion mixture in a blender with 1 cup (250 mL) broth. Secure lid, and puree until smooth. Return onion mixture to saucepan; add remaining ingredients, except half and half and sour cream. Bring to boil over high heat, reduce heat, cover tightly, and simmer 15 minutes.
Remove from heat and gradually add half and half while stirring. To serve, spoon equal amounts of soup into four shallow bowls and top with dollops of sour cream.
Flavorful tip: Adding the apple while browning the onion brings out the sugars of the apple and richly brown the onions quickly.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 175; Protein: 6 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 635 mg; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g ; Carbohydrates: 26 g
WARM BROWNIE WEDGES WITH JAVA CREAM
This recipe begins, “Dense wedges of chewy chocolate are paired with a sweet coffee-flavored cream and fresh berries.”
Yield 8 servings
Serving size 1/8 brownie, 2 tablespoons cream and 1/4 cup berries
Source: "The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen" by Chef Nancy Hughes
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Ingredients
Wedges
Canola oil cooking spray
2/3 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled
1/3 cup white whole-wheat flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar substitute blend
1/3 cup canola oil
1/2 cup egg substitute
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Cream
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
4 ounces fat-free whipped topping
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup blackberries or blueberries
Directions
Preheat oven to 325F.
Coat 9-inch, nonstick springform pan or cake pan with canola oil cooking spray.
Combine flours, cocoa and baking powders, 1 tablespoon coffee granules and salt in medium bowl.
Combine sugar, canola oil, egg substitute and vanilla in another medium bowl; mix well. Add sugar mixture to flour mixture, and stir until just blended. Batter will be very thick.
Spoon into bottom of pan; spread evenly by coating the back of a spoon with cooking spray. Bake for 11 minutes or until slightly puffed. (Mixture will not be completely cooked at this point, but it will continue to cook while standing without overcooking and drying out.)
Place pan on a wire rack, and let cool for 5 minutes. Remove sides of the pan and gently remove from bottom or leave on bottom and place on a serving plate. Serve warm or at room temperature. When cooled completely, store in an airtight container at room temperature.
To make cream, combine water with 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules in a medium bowl, and stir until dissolved. Add whipped topping; whisk until a sauce consistency is reached. For thinner sauce, add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or milk.
Refrigerate until needed. To serve, cut into wedges, spoon mocha cream on top, and sprinkle with berries.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 260; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 145 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 36 g
ROASTED RED PEPPER, HAM AND PARSLEY TORTE
This recipe begins, “This colorful molded torte serves a crowd, looks quite elegant on the hors d'oeuvres table, and is easier to make than it looks. Make a day ahead to let set, unmold about an hour before serving with crackers.
Yield: Serves 32
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Ingredients
4 ounces smoked ham, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups butter, divided
3 3-oz packages cream cheese
3 tablespoons Madeira, OR Port, divided
white pepper, ground, to taste
2 cups parsley, firmly packed, stems removed
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and coarsely chopped
1/3 cup ham, cubed
Directions
Place 1/2 cup butter, 3 ounces cream cheese, the 4 ounces chopped ham, 1 tablespoon wine and white pepper to taste; process until smooth. Remove to small bowl, cover and chill.
In processor, process another 1/2 cup butter, 3 ounces cream cheese, the parsley, green onion, 1 tablespoon of wine and white pepper to taste. Remove to small bowl, cover and chill.
Process remaining butter, cream cheese, the red peppers, remaining wine and pepper to taste until smooth; remove to small bowl, cover and chill.
Line a glass 2-quart bowl or glass 9-inch pie plate with plastic wrap; sprinkle in cubed ham; spread the ham mixture, spread the red pepper mixture, and top with a layer of the parsley mixture.
Cover and chill overnight. Unmold onto serving plate; let sit at room temperature for an hour before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 90; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 160 mg; Cholesterol: 25 mg; Saturated Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g
PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
Yield: 4 servings
Source: Hellmann's
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Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.
On baking sheet, arrange chicken.
Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.
Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Protein: 27 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Carbohydrates: 2 g
TOMATO, CHIVE AND MANGO SALSA
This recipe begins, “This salsa is great with tortilla chips, but consider using it to top grilled, broiled or roasted chicken, pork or seafood.”
Yield: 3 servings.
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Ingredients
1 cup fresh mango, diced
1-1/2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir.
Serve or cover and refrigerate until needed.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 31; Protein: 1 g; Sodium: 121 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 7 g
TACO SALAD WITH CUMIN DRESSING
Servings: 8
Source: The Diabetic Newsletter
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/41.shtml
Ingredients
8 tortillas
1 teaspoon powdered mustard
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 cups romaine lettuce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cups cooked turkey, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
Directions
Toast the tortillas on a baking sheet in a 400F oven for about 10 minutes.
While hot, sprinkle on the Parmesan cheese.
Cool and break into bite-size pieces.
Chop the lettuce and arrange it in the bottom of a salad bowl.
Make the cumin dressing by combining the salt, vinegar, pepper, garlic powder, lemon juice, mustard, cumin, water and oil in a bowl or jar.
Heat the turkey in a skillet with the cumin seeds.
Sprinkle chunks of turkey over the lettuce.
Add the tomato pieces and cheese.
Pour on the cumin dressing and top with tortilla chips.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 205; Protein: 17 g; Fat: 11 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1 Fat; 1/2 Bread/Starch; 1/2 Vegetable; 2 Lean Meat
CREAMY PUMPKIN APPLE BISQUE
This recipe begins, “Enjoy the tastes of the season with this decadent soup.”
Yield: 4 servings
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Source: "The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen"
Ingredients
1 Tbsp canola oil
1 cup diced onions
1/2 medium Gala apple, peeled and chopped
1 can (14oz) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 of (15oz) can solid pumpkin
2 Tbsp sugar
1-1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups fat-free half and half
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
Directions
Heat canola oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and apple; cook 5 minutes or until onions begin to brown.
Place onion mixture in a blender with 1 cup (250 mL) broth. Secure lid, and puree until smooth. Return onion mixture to saucepan; add remaining ingredients, except half and half and sour cream. Bring to boil over high heat, reduce heat, cover tightly, and simmer 15 minutes.
Remove from heat and gradually add half and half while stirring. To serve, spoon equal amounts of soup into four shallow bowls and top with dollops of sour cream.
Flavorful tip: Adding the apple while browning the onion brings out the sugars of the apple and richly brown the onions quickly.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 175; Protein: 6 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 635 mg; Cholesterol: 5 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g ; Carbohydrates: 26 g
WARM BROWNIE WEDGES WITH JAVA CREAM
This recipe begins, “Dense wedges of chewy chocolate are paired with a sweet coffee-flavored cream and fresh berries.”
Yield 8 servings
Serving size 1/8 brownie, 2 tablespoons cream and 1/4 cup berries
Source: "The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen" by Chef Nancy Hughes
Print Friendly: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=1263
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Watch video on how to make it: http://diabeticgourmet.com/media/67.shtml
Ingredients
Wedges
Canola oil cooking spray
2/3 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled
1/3 cup white whole-wheat flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar substitute blend
1/3 cup canola oil
1/2 cup egg substitute
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Cream
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
4 ounces fat-free whipped topping
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup blackberries or blueberries
Directions
Preheat oven to 325F.
Coat 9-inch, nonstick springform pan or cake pan with canola oil cooking spray.
Combine flours, cocoa and baking powders, 1 tablespoon coffee granules and salt in medium bowl.
Combine sugar, canola oil, egg substitute and vanilla in another medium bowl; mix well. Add sugar mixture to flour mixture, and stir until just blended. Batter will be very thick.
Spoon into bottom of pan; spread evenly by coating the back of a spoon with cooking spray. Bake for 11 minutes or until slightly puffed. (Mixture will not be completely cooked at this point, but it will continue to cook while standing without overcooking and drying out.)
Place pan on a wire rack, and let cool for 5 minutes. Remove sides of the pan and gently remove from bottom or leave on bottom and place on a serving plate. Serve warm or at room temperature. When cooled completely, store in an airtight container at room temperature.
To make cream, combine water with 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules in a medium bowl, and stir until dissolved. Add whipped topping; whisk until a sauce consistency is reached. For thinner sauce, add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or milk.
Refrigerate until needed. To serve, cut into wedges, spoon mocha cream on top, and sprinkle with berries.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 260; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 145 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 36 g
ROASTED RED PEPPER, HAM AND PARSLEY TORTE
This recipe begins, “This colorful molded torte serves a crowd, looks quite elegant on the hors d'oeuvres table, and is easier to make than it looks. Make a day ahead to let set, unmold about an hour before serving with crackers.
Yield: Serves 32
Print Friendly: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/bin/print.cgi?ID=1296
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Ingredients
4 ounces smoked ham, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups butter, divided
3 3-oz packages cream cheese
3 tablespoons Madeira, OR Port, divided
white pepper, ground, to taste
2 cups parsley, firmly packed, stems removed
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and coarsely chopped
1/3 cup ham, cubed
Directions
Place 1/2 cup butter, 3 ounces cream cheese, the 4 ounces chopped ham, 1 tablespoon wine and white pepper to taste; process until smooth. Remove to small bowl, cover and chill.
In processor, process another 1/2 cup butter, 3 ounces cream cheese, the parsley, green onion, 1 tablespoon of wine and white pepper to taste. Remove to small bowl, cover and chill.
Process remaining butter, cream cheese, the red peppers, remaining wine and pepper to taste until smooth; remove to small bowl, cover and chill.
Line a glass 2-quart bowl or glass 9-inch pie plate with plastic wrap; sprinkle in cubed ham; spread the ham mixture, spread the red pepper mixture, and top with a layer of the parsley mixture.
Cover and chill overnight. Unmold onto serving plate; let sit at room temperature for an hour before serving.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 90; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 160 mg; Cholesterol: 25 mg; Saturated Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g
Friday, February 17, 2017
Friday Recipes
It's Friday - the end of the week, the beginning of the weekend. If you're like me, you probably have a bunch of stuff to get done over the weekend. Of course, by Sunday evening, we'll probably be wondering where the weekend went and why we didn't get half the stuff we'd planned to do done.
Of course, we still have to eat. With that in mind, here are six recipes to help you through the weekend. Enjoy!
CALIFORNIA AVOCADO TORTILLA SOUP
This recipe begins, “Serve with a crisp salad for a soup-and-salad meal.”
Yield: 8 servings.
Source: © Courtesy of California Avocado Commission.
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/710.shtml
Ingredients
3 cans (14-ounces each) fat free, less salt (or lower sodium) chicken broth
2 cans (10.75-ounces each) low sodium, condensed tomato soup
1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves only
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 ripe California avocado, seeded, peeled and cubed (Reserve 8 cubes for garnish)
8 corn tortilla chips, crumbled
Directions
In a large pan combine chicken broth, soup, cilantro, garlic, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, decrease heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Cool slightly, and puree in batches in a blender.
Return to pan, add avocado cubes and heat through.
Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with reserved avocado cubes and crumbled tortilla chips.
Serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 142; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 383 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g
QUICK ITALIAN BEEF ROAST WITH ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES
This recipe begins, “Rubs are an popular way to season a roast. Not only does it add flavor, but it creates a coat that helps seal in moisture and adds texture.”
Makes 8 servings
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Ingredients
1 beef Eye of Round Roast (2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 medium zucchini, sliced (1/2-inch)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halves
Directions
Heat oven to 325F.
Combine salt, 1/2 teaspoon basil, oregano and pepper; press onto beef roast.
Place roast on rack in shallow roasting pan. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is centered in thickest part of beef. Do not add water or cover.
Roast in 325F oven 1-1/4 hours for medium rare doneness.
Remove roast when meat thermometer registers 135F.
Transfer to board; tent with foil. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes. (Temperature will continue to rise about 10F to reach 145F for medium rare.)
Increase oven temperature to 425F.
Combine remaining ingredients, except tomatoes, in large bowl; toss. Place on rack in pan.
Roast in 425F oven 15 minutes or until tender. Add tomatoes; toss. Carve roast. Serve with vegetables.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 244; Protein: 35 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 278 mg; Cholesterol: 86 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g
ALMOND BISCOTTI
Servings: 32
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Ingredients
1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons margarine
4 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons almond extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degree F. Place almonds in a small baking pan. Bake 7 to 8 minutes until golden brown (watch carefully to avoid burning). Set aside.
Beat sugar and margarine in medium bowl with electric mixer until smooth. Add egg whites and almond extract; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in large bowl; mix well. Stir egg white mixture and almonds into flour mixture until well blended.
Spray two 9x5-inch loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray. Evenly divide dough between prepared pans. Spread dough evenly over bottoms of pans with wet fingertips. Bake 15 minutes or until knife inserted into centers comes out clean.
Remove from oven and turn onto cutting board. As soon as loaves are cool enough to handle, cut each into 16 (1/2-inch thick) slices. Place slices on baking sheets covered with parchment paper or sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 5 minutes; turn over. Bake 5 minutes more or until golden brown. Serve warm or cool completely and store in airtight container.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 56; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch/Bread; 1/2 Fat
PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
Yield: 4 servings
Source: Hellmann's
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Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.
On baking sheet, arrange chicken.
Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.
Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Protein: 27 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Carbohydrates: 2 g
TOMATO, CHIVE AND MANGO SALSA
This recipe begins, “This salsa is great with tortilla chips, but consider using it to top grilled, broiled or roasted chicken, pork or seafood.”
Yield: 3 servings.
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Ingredients
1 cup fresh mango, diced
1-1/2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir.
Serve or cover and refrigerate until needed.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 31; Protein: 1 g; Sodium: 121 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 7 g
TACO SALAD WITH CUMIN DRESSING
Servings: 8
Source: The Diabetic Newsletter
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/41.shtml
Ingredients
8 tortillas
1 teaspoon powdered mustard
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 cups romaine lettuce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cups cooked turkey, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
Directions
Toast the tortillas on a baking sheet in a 400F oven for about 10 minutes.
While hot, sprinkle on the Parmesan cheese.
Cool and break into bite-size pieces.
Chop the lettuce and arrange it in the bottom of a salad bowl.
Make the cumin dressing by combining the salt, vinegar, pepper, garlic powder, lemon juice, mustard, cumin, water and oil in a bowl or jar.
Heat the turkey in a skillet with the cumin seeds.
Sprinkle chunks of turkey over the lettuce.
Add the tomato pieces and cheese.
Pour on the cumin dressing and top with tortilla chips.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 205; Protein: 17 g; Fat: 11 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1 Fat; 1/2 Bread/Starch; 1/2 Vegetable; 2 Lean Meat
Of course, we still have to eat. With that in mind, here are six recipes to help you through the weekend. Enjoy!
CALIFORNIA AVOCADO TORTILLA SOUP
This recipe begins, “Serve with a crisp salad for a soup-and-salad meal.”
Yield: 8 servings.
Source: © Courtesy of California Avocado Commission.
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/710.shtml
Ingredients
3 cans (14-ounces each) fat free, less salt (or lower sodium) chicken broth
2 cans (10.75-ounces each) low sodium, condensed tomato soup
1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves only
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 ripe California avocado, seeded, peeled and cubed (Reserve 8 cubes for garnish)
8 corn tortilla chips, crumbled
Directions
In a large pan combine chicken broth, soup, cilantro, garlic, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, decrease heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Cool slightly, and puree in batches in a blender.
Return to pan, add avocado cubes and heat through.
Ladle into soup bowls and garnish with reserved avocado cubes and crumbled tortilla chips.
Serve.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 142; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 383 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Dietary Fiber: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 20 g
QUICK ITALIAN BEEF ROAST WITH ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES
This recipe begins, “Rubs are an popular way to season a roast. Not only does it add flavor, but it creates a coat that helps seal in moisture and adds texture.”
Makes 8 servings
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Ingredients
1 beef Eye of Round Roast (2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 medium zucchini, sliced (1/2-inch)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halves
Directions
Heat oven to 325F.
Combine salt, 1/2 teaspoon basil, oregano and pepper; press onto beef roast.
Place roast on rack in shallow roasting pan. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is centered in thickest part of beef. Do not add water or cover.
Roast in 325F oven 1-1/4 hours for medium rare doneness.
Remove roast when meat thermometer registers 135F.
Transfer to board; tent with foil. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes. (Temperature will continue to rise about 10F to reach 145F for medium rare.)
Increase oven temperature to 425F.
Combine remaining ingredients, except tomatoes, in large bowl; toss. Place on rack in pan.
Roast in 425F oven 15 minutes or until tender. Add tomatoes; toss. Carve roast. Serve with vegetables.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 244; Protein: 35 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 278 mg; Cholesterol: 86 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 4 g
ALMOND BISCOTTI
Servings: 32
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/39.shtml
Ingredients
1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons margarine
4 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons almond extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degree F. Place almonds in a small baking pan. Bake 7 to 8 minutes until golden brown (watch carefully to avoid burning). Set aside.
Beat sugar and margarine in medium bowl with electric mixer until smooth. Add egg whites and almond extract; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in large bowl; mix well. Stir egg white mixture and almonds into flour mixture until well blended.
Spray two 9x5-inch loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray. Evenly divide dough between prepared pans. Spread dough evenly over bottoms of pans with wet fingertips. Bake 15 minutes or until knife inserted into centers comes out clean.
Remove from oven and turn onto cutting board. As soon as loaves are cool enough to handle, cut each into 16 (1/2-inch thick) slices. Place slices on baking sheets covered with parchment paper or sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 5 minutes; turn over. Bake 5 minutes more or until golden brown. Serve warm or cool completely and store in airtight container.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 56; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch/Bread; 1/2 Fat
PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS
Yield: 4 servings
Source: Hellmann's
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Ingredients
1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.
On baking sheet, arrange chicken.
Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.
Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Protein: 27 g; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Carbohydrates: 2 g
TOMATO, CHIVE AND MANGO SALSA
This recipe begins, “This salsa is great with tortilla chips, but consider using it to top grilled, broiled or roasted chicken, pork or seafood.”
Yield: 3 servings.
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Ingredients
1 cup fresh mango, diced
1-1/2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir.
Serve or cover and refrigerate until needed.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 31; Protein: 1 g; Sodium: 121 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Carbohydrates: 7 g
TACO SALAD WITH CUMIN DRESSING
Servings: 8
Source: The Diabetic Newsletter
Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/41.shtml
Ingredients
8 tortillas
1 teaspoon powdered mustard
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 cups romaine lettuce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cups cooked turkey, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
Directions
Toast the tortillas on a baking sheet in a 400F oven for about 10 minutes.
While hot, sprinkle on the Parmesan cheese.
Cool and break into bite-size pieces.
Chop the lettuce and arrange it in the bottom of a salad bowl.
Make the cumin dressing by combining the salt, vinegar, pepper, garlic powder, lemon juice, mustard, cumin, water and oil in a bowl or jar.
Heat the turkey in a skillet with the cumin seeds.
Sprinkle chunks of turkey over the lettuce.
Add the tomato pieces and cheese.
Pour on the cumin dressing and top with tortilla chips.
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 205; Protein: 17 g; Fat: 11 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1 Fat; 1/2 Bread/Starch; 1/2 Vegetable; 2 Lean Meat
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