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Friday, November 5, 2021

Friday Recipes

It's the first Friday in November; where does the time go? Here are six yummy diabetic recipes to help you through the weekend, including Chicken and Eggplant Parmesan and Mushroom, Green Pepper and Onion Omelet. Enjoy!

TANGY COCONUT TARTLETS

Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servingsServing Size: 1 tartlet

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-coconut-tartlets.

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 egg whites

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix

2 cups nonfat milk

1 (8 ounce) tub fat free frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 tablespoon unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease 24 mini muffin cups.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, vanilla and egg whites; stir well. Divide mixture evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, pressing mixture into bottom and up sides of muffin cups.

Bake in the preheated 400 degree F (200 degrees C) oven until the edges are browned. Cool 2 minutes in the muffin tins on a wire rack. Remove from tins and cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare lemon pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Spoon lemon mixture into each macaroon tartlet shell. Top with 2 teaspoons of whipped topping sprinkled with a pinch of toasted coconut.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Fat: 1.5 g; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Sugars: 7 g

STUFFED TOMATOES WITH SMOKED CHICKEN AND TABOULI

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: 1 tomato, 6 ounces tabouli mixture

Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/stuffed-tomatoes-with-smoked-chicken-and-tabouli.

Ingredients

1 cup deli tabouli (bulgur)

1 cup diced, seeded cucumber

1 cup diced smoked chicken breast

4 medium ripe, firm tomatoes

2 teaspoons olive oil

4 tablespoons deli hummus

Directions

Add the cucumber and chicken to the prepared tabouli mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Take each tomato and cut off the top (set aside). Scoop out the pulp and discard. Fill the cavity with the tabouli mixture. Drizzle 1/2 teaspoon olive oil over each tomato and put 1 tablespoon hummus on top of that. Cover the filled tomato with the tomato top and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 158; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 572 mg; Cholesterol: 16 mg; Protein: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Monounsaturated Fat

CHICKEN AND EGGPLANT PARMESAN

Yield: 4 servings

Source: The Best Diabetes Cookbook

Book Title: The Best Diabetes Cookbook

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-and-eggplant-parmesan.

Ingredients

4 crosswise slices of eggplant, skin on, approximately 1/2 inch thick

1 whole egg

1 egg white

1 tablespoon water or milk

2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs

3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 4)

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/2 cup tomato pasta sauce

1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray baking sheet with vegetable spray.

In a small bowl, whisk together whole egg, egg white and water. On plate stir together bread crumbs, parsley and Parmesan. Dip eggplant slices in egg wash, then coat with bread-crumb mixture. Place on prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes, or until tender, turning once.

Meanwhile, pound chicken breasts between slices of waxed paper to 1/4-inch thickness. Dip chicken in remaining egg wash, then coat with remaining bread-crumb mixture. heat oil and garlic in nonstick skillet sprayed with vegetable spray and cook for 4 minutes, or until golden brown, turning once.

Spread 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce on each eggplant slice. Place one chicken breast on top of each eggplant slice. Spread another 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce on top of each chicken piece. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 325; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 924 mg; Cholesterol: 127 mg; Protein: 35 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 4 Lean Meat

CHOCOLATE ALMOND MERINGUES

Recipe Yield: Yield: About 2 1/2 dozen; Serving size: 1 meringue cookie

Source: MealLeaniYUMM!

Book Title: MealLeaniYUMM!

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-almond-meringues.

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar, divided

1/4 cup ground almonds

1 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa

1 tsp. cornstarch

2 egg whites

1/8 tsp. cream of tartar

1/2 tsp. vanilla (or 1/4 tsp. almond extract)

Directions

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Spray a foil-lined baking sheet with non-stick spray. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp. of the sugar with almonds, cocoa and cornstarch. In a stainless or glass bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until frothy. Add cream of tartar and beat on high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add flavoring and remaining sugar. Beat until stiff and shiny. Gently fold cocoa mixture into meringue.

Drop cookie mixture from a teaspoon onto the baking sheet to form small mounds. Leave about 2 inches between each mound. (Mixture could also be piped through a large pastry bag fitted with a large star tube.) Bake at 250 degrees F for 40 minutes. Cookies should be dry and slightly browned. Cool completely. Store in a tightly covered container.

Notes

These can be frozen.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 18; Fat: 0.3 g; Sodium: 7 mg; Protein: trace g; Carbohydrates: 4 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/4 Bread/Starch

SHEET PAN CARNE ASADA

This comes from Old El Paso, and begins, "Get delicious, flame-kissed carne asada on the table in less than an hour with this sheet pan carne asada oven recipe made entirely in the broiler. There is no need to marinate the steak the night before, just brush on our classic Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix and ground spicy red pepper. Toss your fresh vegetables with cumin and coriander and then arrange it all on your sheet pan to let the broiler do the rest of the work. You may not go back to grilling carne asada after tasting the delicious and tender steak and vegetables from this easy-to-make broiler recipe!"

Prep Time: 15 minutes; Total Time: 35 minutes; Makes 6 servings

To view this online, go to https://www.oldelpaso.com/recipes/sheet-pan-carne-asada.

Ingredients

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander

3/4 teaspoon salt

2 ears fresh sweet corn, cut in thirds, or 6 pieces frozen corn on the cob, thawed (from 12-ct package)

1 medium red bell pepper, cut in thin strips

1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut in thin strips

1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix

1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

1 1/3 lb beef flank steak

Tortillas and Toppings, as desired : Old El Paso™ flour tortillas, crumbled queso fresco, sliced radishes, diced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream

Directions

Position oven rack 4 inches from broiler element. Spray 18x13-inch rimmed sheet pan with cooking spray.

In large bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil, the cumin, coriander and salt. Add corn, bell peppers and onion to bowl, and toss to coat; transfer to pan. In same large bowl, mix remaining 2 tablespoons oil, the taco seasoning mix and ground red pepper. Add steak; rub mixture in to steak. Transfer to pan with vegetables.

Broil 8 to 10 minutes, turning steak and stirring vegetables once, until instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of steak reads 135°F (for medium). Transfer steak to cutting board; cover with foil, and let steak rest 5 minutes.

Stir vegetables in pan; return to oven, and broil 4 to 6 minutes longer or until vegetables are blackened in spots. Thinly slice steak on the bias, against the grain. Serve with vegetables in tortillas with toppings.

Expert Tips

While traditional carne asada is all about the marinade, when you don’t have time to marinate your meat for several hours this recipe is the perfect solution. To make sure your steak is properly spiced before broiling, season one piece of sliced steak at a time. Sprinkle the seasoning over the steak first on both sides and then use your hands to rub it further into the steak. Make sure the steak is completely covered with the spice mix, rubbing in the spices to the front, back and the sides.

We love eating this flavor-packed corn straight from the cob. But feel free to cut the corn off the cob after taking it out of the broiler to make serving easier.

If your oven’s broiler only covers the center of your oven, arrange your pan with the steak in the center of the pan when you are first broiling. When you remove the steak rest, thoroughly stir the vegetables and position them in the center to ensure all elements get plenty of time directly under the flames.

Give your carne asada-packed tortillas a flavor boost with homemade guacamole! We can’t get enough of our recipe for Guacamole with Queso Fresco. This guacamole is perfect for adding to tacos and burritos or great when you are just snacking with a bag of corn chips!

Nutrition: 1 Serving: Calories 290 (Calories from Fat 120); Total Fat 14g (Saturated Fat 3g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 65mg; Sodium 650mg; Total Carbohydrate 15g (Dietary Fiber 2g, Sugars 4g); Protein 26g

% Daily Value: Vitamin A 20%; Vitamin C 50%; Calcium 2%; Iron 15%

Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 3 Lean Meat, 1 Fat

MUSHROOM, GREEN PEPPER AND ONION OMELET

Recipe Yield: Makes two servings.

Source: AICR

Recipe and image appear courtesy of American Institute for Cancer Research.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/mushroom-green-pepper-and-onion-omelet.

Ingredients

3/4 cup good quality marinara sauce

1/2 tsp. balsamic vinegar

1/4 tsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Canola cooking oil spray

1 small onion, cut in crescents

6 medium white mushrooms, thinly sliced

1 medium green bell pepper, seeded, cut in thin strips

Salt, as desired

3 large egg whites

1 large egg

1 tsp. grated Parmeggiano-Reggiano cheese

Directions

In a small saucepan, heat marinara sauce, vinegar and soy sauce, just until hot. Season with pepper to taste and set aside.

Coat medium non-stick pan liberally with cooking oil spray. Set pan over medium-high heat. Saute onion until lightly colored, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms, pepper and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until mushrooms are soft, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Wipe out pan.

Whisk egg whites and egg with cheese, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Coat pan with oil spray and heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add egg mixture, tilting pan to coat bottom evenly. Reduce heat to medium. Cook until eggs are well-set, about 4 minutes. Slip spatula gently around edges, then underneath to loosen omelet. Slide it onto a serving plate.

Spoon filling to cover half of omelet and fold omelet, covering filling. With a spoon, drizzle sauce in a ribbon effect across omelet. Serve immediately.

Notes:

Additional info: 1 g. saturated fat, 3 g. dietary fiber

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 158; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 545 mg; Protein: 12 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Low-Fat Meat

Friday, January 29, 2021

Friday Recipes

It's the last Friday of January. Here are six yummy diabetic recipes to help you through the weekend, including Chicken and Eggplant Parmesan and Mushroom, Green Pepper and Onion Omelet. Enjoy!

TANGY COCONUT TARTLETS

Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servingsServing Size: 1 tartlet

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-coconut-tartlets.

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 egg whites

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix

2 cups nonfat milk

1 (8 ounce) tub fat free frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 tablespoon unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease 24 mini muffin cups.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, vanilla and egg whites; stir well. Divide mixture evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, pressing mixture into bottom and up sides of muffin cups.

Bake in the preheated 400 degree F (200 degrees C) oven until the edges are browned. Cool 2 minutes in the muffin tins on a wire rack. Remove from tins and cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare lemon pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Spoon lemon mixture into each macaroon tartlet shell. Top with 2 teaspoons of whipped topping sprinkled with a pinch of toasted coconut.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Fat: 1.5 g; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Sugars: 7 g

STUFFED TOMATOES WITH SMOKED CHICKEN AND TABOULI

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: 1 tomato, 6 ounces tabouli mixture

Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/stuffed-tomatoes-with-smoked-chicken-and-tabouli.

Ingredients

1 cup deli tabouli (bulgur)

1 cup diced, seeded cucumber

1 cup diced smoked chicken breast

4 medium ripe, firm tomatoes

2 teaspoons olive oil

4 tablespoons deli hummus

Directions

Add the cucumber and chicken to the prepared tabouli mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Take each tomato and cut off the top (set aside). Scoop out the pulp and discard. Fill the cavity with the tabouli mixture. Drizzle 1/2 teaspoon olive oil over each tomato and put 1 tablespoon hummus on top of that. Cover the filled tomato with the tomato top and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 158; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 572 mg; Cholesterol: 16 mg; Protein: 10 g; Carbohydrates: 18 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Monounsaturated Fat

CHICKEN AND EGGPLANT PARMESAN

Yield: 4 servings

Source: The Best Diabetes Cookbook

Book Title: The Best Diabetes Cookbook

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-and-eggplant-parmesan.

Ingredients

4 crosswise slices of eggplant, skin on, approximately 1/2 inch thick

1 whole egg

1 egg white

1 tablespoon water or milk

2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs

3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 4)

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/2 cup tomato pasta sauce

1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray baking sheet with vegetable spray.

In a small bowl, whisk together whole egg, egg white and water. On plate stir together bread crumbs, parsley and Parmesan. Dip eggplant slices in egg wash, then coat with bread-crumb mixture. Place on prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes, or until tender, turning once.

Meanwhile, pound chicken breasts between slices of waxed paper to 1/4-inch thickness. Dip chicken in remaining egg wash, then coat with remaining bread-crumb mixture. heat oil and garlic in nonstick skillet sprayed with vegetable spray and cook for 4 minutes, or until golden brown, turning once.

Spread 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce on each eggplant slice. Place one chicken breast on top of each eggplant slice. Spread another 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce on top of each chicken piece. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 325; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 924 mg; Cholesterol: 127 mg; Protein: 35 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 4 Lean Meat

CHOCOLATE ALMOND MERINGUES

Recipe Yield: Yield: About 2 1/2 dozen; Serving size: 1 meringue cookie

Source: MealLeaniYUMM!

Book Title: MealLeaniYUMM!

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-almond-meringues.

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar, divided

1/4 cup ground almonds

1 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa

1 tsp. cornstarch

2 egg whites

1/8 tsp. cream of tartar

1/2 tsp. vanilla (or 1/4 tsp. almond extract)

Directions

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Spray a foil-lined baking sheet with non-stick spray. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp. of the sugar with almonds, cocoa and cornstarch. In a stainless or glass bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until frothy. Add cream of tartar and beat on high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add flavoring and remaining sugar. Beat until stiff and shiny. Gently fold cocoa mixture into meringue.

Drop cookie mixture from a teaspoon onto the baking sheet to form small mounds. Leave about 2 inches between each mound. (Mixture could also be piped through a large pastry bag fitted with a large star tube.) Bake at 250 degrees F for 40 minutes. Cookies should be dry and slightly browned. Cool completely. Store in a tightly covered container.

Notes

These can be frozen.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 18; Fat: 0.3 g; Sodium: 7 mg; Protein: trace g; Carbohydrates: 4 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/4 Bread/Starch

SHEET PAN CARNE ASADA

This comes from Old El Paso, and begins, "Get delicious, flame-kissed carne asada on the table in less than an hour with this sheet pan carne asada oven recipe made entirely in the broiler. There is no need to marinate the steak the night before, just brush on our classic Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix and ground spicy red pepper. Toss your fresh vegetables with cumin and coriander and then arrange it all on your sheet pan to let the broiler do the rest of the work. You may not go back to grilling carne asada after tasting the delicious and tender steak and vegetables from this easy-to-make broiler recipe!"

Prep Time: 15 minutes; Total Time: 35 minutes; Makes 6 servings

To view this online, go to https://www.oldelpaso.com/recipes/sheet-pan-carne-asada.

Ingredients

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander

3/4 teaspoon salt

2 ears fresh sweet corn, cut in thirds, or 6 pieces frozen corn on the cob, thawed (from 12-ct package)

1 medium red bell pepper, cut in thin strips

1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut in thin strips

1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix

1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

1 1/3 lb beef flank steak

Tortillas and Toppings, as desired : Old El Paso™ flour tortillas, crumbled queso fresco, sliced radishes, diced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream

Directions

Position oven rack 4 inches from broiler element. Spray 18x13-inch rimmed sheet pan with cooking spray.

In large bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil, the cumin, coriander and salt. Add corn, bell peppers and onion to bowl, and toss to coat; transfer to pan. In same large bowl, mix remaining 2 tablespoons oil, the taco seasoning mix and ground red pepper. Add steak; rub mixture in to steak. Transfer to pan with vegetables.

Broil 8 to 10 minutes, turning steak and stirring vegetables once, until instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of steak reads 135°F (for medium). Transfer steak to cutting board; cover with foil, and let steak rest 5 minutes.

Stir vegetables in pan; return to oven, and broil 4 to 6 minutes longer or until vegetables are blackened in spots. Thinly slice steak on the bias, against the grain. Serve with vegetables in tortillas with toppings.

Expert Tips

While traditional carne asada is all about the marinade, when you don’t have time to marinate your meat for several hours this recipe is the perfect solution. To make sure your steak is properly spiced before broiling, season one piece of sliced steak at a time. Sprinkle the seasoning over the steak first on both sides and then use your hands to rub it further into the steak. Make sure the steak is completely covered with the spice mix, rubbing in the spices to the front, back and the sides.

We love eating this flavor-packed corn straight from the cob. But feel free to cut the corn off the cob after taking it out of the broiler to make serving easier.

If your oven’s broiler only covers the center of your oven, arrange your pan with the steak in the center of the pan when you are first broiling. When you remove the steak rest, thoroughly stir the vegetables and position them in the center to ensure all elements get plenty of time directly under the flames.

Give your carne asada-packed tortillas a flavor boost with homemade guacamole! We can’t get enough of our recipe for Guacamole with Queso Fresco. This guacamole is perfect for adding to tacos and burritos or great when you are just snacking with a bag of corn chips!

Nutrition: 1 Serving: Calories 290 (Calories from Fat 120); Total Fat 14g (Saturated Fat 3g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 65mg; Sodium 650mg; Total Carbohydrate 15g (Dietary Fiber 2g, Sugars 4g); Protein 26g

% Daily Value: Vitamin A 20%; Vitamin C 50%; Calcium 2%; Iron 15%

Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 3 Lean Meat, 1 Fat

MUSHROOM, GREEN PEPPER AND ONION OMELET

Recipe Yield: Makes two servings.

Source: AICR

Recipe and image appear courtesy of American Institute for Cancer Research.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/mushroom-green-pepper-and-onion-omelet.

Ingredients

3/4 cup good quality marinara sauce

1/2 tsp. balsamic vinegar

1/4 tsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Canola cooking oil spray

1 small onion, cut in crescents

6 medium white mushrooms, thinly sliced

1 medium green bell pepper, seeded, cut in thin strips

Salt, as desired

3 large egg whites

1 large egg

1 tsp. grated Parmeggiano-Reggiano cheese

Directions

In a small saucepan, heat marinara sauce, vinegar and soy sauce, just until hot. Season with pepper to taste and set aside.

Coat medium non-stick pan liberally with cooking oil spray. Set pan over medium-high heat. Saute onion until lightly colored, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms, pepper and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until mushrooms are soft, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Wipe out pan.

Whisk egg whites and egg with cheese, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Coat pan with oil spray and heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add egg mixture, tilting pan to coat bottom evenly. Reduce heat to medium. Cook until eggs are well-set, about 4 minutes. Slip spatula gently around edges, then underneath to loosen omelet. Slide it onto a serving plate.

Spoon filling to cover half of omelet and fold omelet, covering filling. With a spoon, drizzle sauce in a ribbon effect across omelet. Serve immediately.

Notes:

Additional info: 1 g. saturated fat, 3 g. dietary fiber

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 158; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 545 mg; Protein: 12 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Low-Fat Meat

Friday, September 18, 2020

Friday Recipes

It's finally Friday. Yay! Here are six yummy recipes to help you through the weekend, including Chicken and Eggplant Parmesan and Spicy Buffalo-Style Meatballs. Enjoy!

CHOCOLATE-CHERRY PARFAIT

Recipe Yield: Servings: 6

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-cherry-parfait.

Ingredients

3 oz Neufchatel cream cheese

2 cup cold skim milk

3 oz package Jell-o sugar-free instant chocolate pudding

1 pound fresh bing cherries, pitted, cut in half

Directions

Blend cream cheese with 1/4 cup skim milk, on low speed of electric mixer, until smooth. Add remaining milk and pudding mix. Mix 1 or 2 minutes until smooth and well blended.

Add to 75% of the fresh cherries to 1/2 cup water, and cook until it boils for 1 minute. Remove from heat, drain well.

Alternately spoon pudding and cherries into parfait dishes, ending with pudding.

Garnish the top of each parfait with the remaining cherries.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 116; Fat: 3.5 g; Sodium: 305 mg; Cholesterol: 14.5 mg; Carbohydrates: 16 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 Bread; 1/2 Fruit; 1 Fat

CHICKEN JAMBALAYA

Recipe Yield: Makes 6 servings.

Source: AICR

Recipe and image appear courtesy of American Institute for Cancer Research.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-jambalaya.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2-3 garlic cloves, minced

3/4 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut in 3/4-inch pieces

1 can (14.5 oz.) whole plum tomatoes in juice

1 rib celery, cut in 1/2-inch slices

1 small green bell pepper, chopped

1 scallion, chopped

1 Tbsp. tomato paste

1 bay leaf

1 tsp. dried thyme

1/4 tsp. dried red pepper flakes

1 pinch ground cloves

1 cup hot long-grain brown rice, cooked according to package directions

Directions

In 3-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic. Saute, stirring frequently, until onion is tender but not brown, about 4 minutes. Add chicken and cook, stirring, until pieces are white on all sides.

Add tomatoes with liquid, breaking up with spoon. Mix in celery, bell pepper, scallion and tomato paste. Stir in bay leaf, thyme, pepper flakes and cloves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked and sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes.

Remove bay leaf. Stir rice into chicken mixture until well combined.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 235; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 203 mg; Protein: 17 g; Carbohydrates: 33 g

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

SPICY BUFFALO-STYLE MEATBALLS

Recipe Yield: Makes 32 appetizer servings.

View this inline at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/spicy-buffalo-style-meatballs.

Ingredients

1 pound 95% lean ground beef

1/2 cup soft bread crumbs

1 egg, slightly beaten

2 tablespoons chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

2 to 3 tablespoons hot pepper sauce

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 tablespoon honey

Blue cheese dressing

Celery sticks

Directions

Preheat oven to 350F. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt and pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.

Shape beef mixture into 32 1-inch meatballs; place on rack in broiler pan. Bake in 350F oven 18 to 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine hot pepper sauce, butter and honey in large bowl; mix well. Add meatballs; stir to coat.

Serve with dressing and celery sticks, as desired. Makes 32 appetizer servings.

Cook's Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef done-ness.

Cook's Tip: 1 package (about 18 ounces) frozen fully-cooked beef meatballs can be substituted for ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook meatballs according to package directions. Continue as directed in step 3.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 33; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 78 mg; Cholesterol: 16 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g

TANGY COCONUT TARTLETS

Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servingsServing Size: 1 tartlet

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-coconut-tartlets.

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 egg whites

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix

2 cups nonfat milk

1 (8 ounce) tub fat free frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 tablespoon unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease 24 mini muffin cups.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, vanilla and egg whites; stir well. Divide mixture evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, pressing mixture into bottom and up sides of muffin cups.

Bake in the preheated 400 degree F (200 degrees C) oven until the edges are browned. Cool 2 minutes in the muffin tins on a wire rack. Remove from tins and cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare lemon pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Spoon lemon mixture into each macaroon tartlet shell. Top with 2 teaspoons of whipped topping sprinkled with a pinch of toasted coconut.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Fat: 1.5 g; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Sugars: 7 g

HAM AND PEPPER FRITTATA

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings; Serving size: 1/4 of recipe

Source: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan

Book Title: The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/ham-and-pepper-frittata.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or canola oil

1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper

1/2 cup diced green bell pepper

1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

1 cup diced, lean, reduced-sodium ham

2 teaspoons dried parsley

1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

2 cups fat-free egg substitute

1 cup shredded, reduced-fat, white Cheddar or Swiss cheese

Directions

Coat a large ovenproof skillet with the olive oil and preheat over medium-high heat. Add the peppers, ham, parsley, and black pepper and saute for several minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender and the ham is beginning to brown. Spread the mixture evenly over the bottom of the skillet.

Pour the egg substitute over the skillet mixture and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook without stirring for about 6 minutes, until the eggs are almost set (the edges will be cooked but the top will still be runny).

Remove the lid from the skillet and wrap the handle in aluminum foil (to prevent it from becoming damaged under the broiler). Place the skillet under a preheated broiler and broil for a couple of minutes, until the eggs are set but not dry. Sprinkle the cheese over the top and broil for another minute to melt the cheese. Cut the frittata into 4 wedges and serve hot.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 222; Fat: 8.3 g; Sodium: 690 mg; Cholesterol: 32 mg; Protein: 28 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat

CHICKEN AND EGGPLANT PARMESAN

Yield: 4 servings

Source: The Best Diabetes Cookbook

Book Title: The Best Diabetes Cookbook

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-and-eggplant-parmesan.

Ingredients

4 crosswise slices of eggplant, skin on, approximately 1/2 inch thick

1 whole egg

1 egg white

1 tablespoon water or milk

2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs

3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 4)

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/2 cup tomato pasta sauce

1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray baking sheet with vegetable spray.

In a small bowl, whisk together whole egg, egg white and water. On plate stir together bread crumbs, parsley and Parmesan. Dip eggplant slices in egg wash, then coat with bread-crumb mixture. Place on prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes, or until tender, turning once.

Meanwhile, pound chicken breasts between slices of waxed paper to 1/4-inch thickness. Dip chicken in remaining egg wash, then coat with remaining bread-crumb mixture. heat oil and garlic in nonstick skillet sprayed with vegetable spray and cook for 4 minutes, or until golden brown, turning once.

Spread 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce on each eggplant slice. Place one chicken breast on top of each eggplant slice. Spread another 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce on top of each chicken piece. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 325; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 924 mg; Cholesterol: 127 mg; Protein: 35 g; Carbohydrates: 19 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 4 Lean Meat

Wednesday, September 2, 2020

Desserts

I want something snacky!

Who hasn't said (or, at least, thought) that at least once or twice? Even if you (or someone you love) are diabetic, you still might want something snacky once in a while. But is it safe to have dessert?

Well, these desserts are diabetic-friendly, at least in moderation. Check out the Tangy Coconut Tartlets, the Cinnamon Pumpkin Torte, and the rest of today's post. Enjoy!

ANGEL PECAN CUPCAKES

Yield: 12 servings

View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/746.shtml

Source: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Terrific Diabetic Meals

Book Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/76.shtml

Ingredients

2 eggs, separated

1/4 cup hot tap water

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

3/4 cup fructose

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup cake flour

3/4 teaspoon low-salt baking powder

1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

In a medium bowl, with an electric mixer, beat egg yolks, hot water, and vanilla together until very thick and pale.

Slowly beat in 1/2 cup fructose and set aside. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add salt, and continue beating until whites hold soft peaks.

Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup fructose to egg whites, beating until stiff but not dry. Stir 1/3 of whites into yolks, and sift flour and baking powder over egg mixture. Add pecans and remaining whites, and gently fold until blended.

Place 12 paper liners in a 12-cup muffin pan. Spoon batter evenly into cups, and bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a cupcake comes out clean.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 112; Protein: 3 g; Fat: 4 g; Sodium: 27 mg; Cholesterol: 35 mg; Carbohydrates: 20 g; Glycemic Index: 30, Glycemic Load: 6; Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch

HAZELNUT MACAROONS

Recipe Yield: Servings: 30 Cookies (1 per serving)

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Book Title: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/hazelnut-macaroons.

Ingredients

4 egg whites

1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup sugar

1 cup canned sweetened coconut

1/4 cup hazelnuts or pecans, finely chopped

Directions

Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt to soft peaks in medium bowl. Beat in sugar gradually, beating to stiff, shiny peaks. Fold in coconut; fold in hazelnuts.

Drop mixture by tablespoons onto parchment-or aluminum foil-lined cookie sheets. Bake at 300 degrees until cookies begin to brown and feel crisp when touched, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in pans on wire racks.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 44; Fat: 1.4 g; Sodium: 25.6 mg; Protein: 0.7 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g

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

TANGY COCONUT TARTLETS

Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servingsServing Size: 1 tartlet

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tangy-coconut-tartlets.

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 egg whites

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix

2 cups nonfat milk

1 (8 ounce) tub fat free frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 tablespoon unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease 24 mini muffin cups.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, vanilla and egg whites; stir well. Divide mixture evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, pressing mixture into bottom and up sides of muffin cups.

Bake in the preheated 400 degree F (200 degrees C) oven until the edges are browned. Cool 2 minutes in the muffin tins on a wire rack. Remove from tins and cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare lemon pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Spoon lemon mixture into each macaroon tartlet shell. Top with 2 teaspoons of whipped topping sprinkled with a pinch of toasted coconut.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Fat: 1.5 g; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Protein: 2 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g; Sugars: 7 g

HAZELNUT BISCOTTI

This recipe begins, “A combination of chopped hazelnuts and hazelnut syrup is used to make these scrumptious biscotti. They’ll keep fresh for 5 days making them ideal gifts.”

Recipe Yield: Yield: 48 servingsServing size: 1 biscotti

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/hazelnut-biscotti.

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts

1/2 cup canola oil

2/3 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3 tablespoons white granulated sugar

2 eggs

3 tablespoons sugar free hazelnut syrup

2 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/3 cup nonfat dry milk

2 tablespoons Mini Chocolate Chips, melted (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a cookie sheet or jellyroll pan with baking spray and set aside.

Spread hazelnuts in a shallow pan and toast in preheated 350 degrees F oven for 7-10 minutes. Remove hazelnuts from the oven and cool.

Mix the oil, Splenda Granulated Sweetener and sugar together in a large mixing bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add hazelnut syrup and mix well. Set aside.

Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and nonfat dry milk in a medium mixing bowl.

Pour the flour mixture into the oil and egg mixture and stir until blended. Add hazelnuts and mix until just blended. Refrigerate dough 1 hour or until stiff.

Divide dough in half. Roll each half into a log approximately 3 1/2 inches wide by 12 inches long. Place the logs on the prepared sheet 2 inches apart.

Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 20-25 minutes.

Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes. Cut the loaves with a sharp knife into 48 slices, approximately 1/2 inch wide. Cool completely.

If desired, lay slices on their sides and drizzle with melted chocolate chips.

Store in airtight containers. Cookies will stay fresh up to 5 days.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 60; Fat: 3.5 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 30 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 1 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g; Sugars: 2 g

STRAWBERRY PANNA COTTAS

This recipe begins, “Reduced-carb panna cotta that everyone will love!”

Recipe Yield: Servings Per Recipe: 4Serving Size: 1 (6-ounce) panna cotta

Source: Splenda

Recipe and image appear courtesy of Splenda.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/strawberry-panna-cottas

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups whole milk

1-1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin

1-1/2 pints strawberries, halved

2 tablespoons Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 pint strawberries, sliced

Directions

Sprinkle gelatin over milk in a small saucepan; let stand 1 minute. Cook over low heat, stirring until gelatin dissolves (do not boil). Set aside to cool.

Process 1-1/2 pints strawberries in a food processor, or until pureed, stopping to scrape down sides. Press strawberries through a fine wire-mesh strainer into a bowl, discarding solids. Stir cooled milk mixture into strawberry puree. Add Splenda Granulated Sweetener and vanilla, stirring until Splenda Granulated Sweetener dissolves.

Coat 4 (6-ounce) ramekins with cooking spray. Divide strawberry mixture evenly among ramekins. Cover each ramekin with plastic wrap; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight until panna cottas are set.

Run a knife around the edge of each panna cotta and unmold onto serving plates. Serve with sliced strawberries.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 130; Fat: 4 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 50 mg; Cholesterol: 15 mg; Protein: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 21 g; Sugars: 5 g

CINNAMON PUMPKIN TORTE

Recipe Yield: 24 Servings

Source: Magic Herbs

Book Title: Magic Herbs

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray

1 (18.25 oz) pkg low-fat yellow cake mix

1/4 cup low-fat margarine, melted

1 egg, slightly beaten (or 1/4 cup egg substitute)

1 (30-ounce) can pumpkin pie mix (with spices already added)

2 eggs, beaten (or 1/2 cup egg substitute)

2/3 cup canned evaporated skim milk

2 Tbsp sugar

1 tsp cinnamon

Directions

Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a 9 x 13-inch cake pan with cooking spray.

Set aside 1 cup of yellow cake mix for topping.

Mix margarine and one egg and add to remaining cake mix. Press slightly dry mixture into bottom of pan to form a crust.

Combine pumpkin pie mix, two eggs, and evaporated skim milk. Pour over prepared bottom crust.

Mix the reserved cake mix, sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over pumpkin filling.

Bake 40 to 45 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 163; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 256 mg; Cholesterol: 27 mg; Carbohydrates: 31 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Bread/Starch; 1 Vegetable

Monday, June 18, 2018

Meatless Monday

It's Monday, which means it's Meatless Monday. That said, here are today's six diabetic vegetarian recipes to try, including Lemon-Glazed Baby Carrots and Indonesian Tofu and Vegetable Stew. Enjoy!

IRISH WHOLE WHEAT SODA BREAD

Yield: Makes 1 Round Loaf

Source: "America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/17.shtml

Ingredients

2 cups whole wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1-1/2 cups buttermilk

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.

In large bowl, stir together whole wheat flour, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda & salt. Add buttermilk all at once, stirring with a fork to make a soft, but slightly sticky dough.

With lightly floured hands, form dough into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for 8 to 10 times. Pat the dough into a 6-inch thick round, with a slightly flattened top.

Place dough on prepared baking sheet. With a shape knife or pizza cutter, score the top in the shape of a cross or large X. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from baking sheet onto cooling rack immediately. Dust top with rice flour. Serve warm from the oven.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of loaf): Calories: 123, Carbohydrate: 25 g, Fiber: 3 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 335 mg, Cholesterol: 1 mg Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread

LEMON-GLAZED BABY CARROTS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/950.shtml

Note: This recipe originally called for chicken or vegetable stock. I've changed that to only vegetable stock.

Ingredients

1 pound peeled baby carrots

1/4 cup vegetable stock

1 tablespoons margarine or butter

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind

1/4 teaspoon salt

Pepper to taste

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley or chives

Directions

In a medium saucepan, cook carrots in boiling salted water for 5 to 7 minutes (start timing when water returns to a boil) or until just tender-crisp; drain and return to saucepan.

Add stock, butter, brown sugar, lemon juice and rind, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes or until liquid has evaporated and carrots are nicely glazed.

Sprinkle with parsley or chives and serve.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 91; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 251 mg; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetables, 1/2 Fat

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER PUREE

Yield: 4 servings

Serving size: 3/4 cup

Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/629.shtml

Ingredients

8 cups bite-size cauliflower florets (about 1 head)

4 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled

1/3 cup buttermilk or equivalent buttermilk powder

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 teaspoon butter

1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Freshly ground pepper to taste

Snipped fresh chives for garnish

Directions

Place cauliflower florets and garlic in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover and steam until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place florets and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water, cover and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes.)

Place the cooked cauliflower and garlic in a food processor. Add buttermilk, 2 teaspoons oil, butter, salt and pepper; pulse several times, then process until smooth and creamy.

Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garnish with chives, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 342 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Dietary Fiber: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Fat

TANGY COCONUT TARTLETS

Yield: 24 servings

Serving Size: 1 tartlet

Source: Splenda

View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1185.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 egg whites

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix

2 cups nonfat milk

1 (8 ounce) tub fat free frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 tablespoon unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease 24 mini muffin cups.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, vanilla and egg whites; stir well. Divide mixture evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, pressing mixture into bottom and up sides of muffin cups.

Bake in the preheated 400 degree F oven until the edges are browned. Cool 2 minutes in the muffin tins on a wire rack. Remove from tins and cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare lemon pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Spoon lemon mixture into each macaroon tartlet shell. Top with 2 teaspoons of whipped topping sprinkled with a pinch of toasted coconut.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Calories from Fat: 15; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 1.5 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g

GINGER SPICE BISCOTTI

Makes 40 biscotti

Source: AICR

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/433.shtml

Ingredients

Canola oil spray

1-1/4 cups unbleached, all purpose flour

1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour

4 tsp. ground ginger

1 tsp. cinnamon

1-1/2 tsp. baking powder

1/4 tsp. allspice

1/4 tsp. salt

2 large eggs

1/3 cup canola oil

1/4 cup unsweetened apple butter or applesauce

1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/2 cup dried cranberries or other chopped dried fruit

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Coat a large cookie sheet with oil spray. Set aside.

Mix dry ingredients together in a bowl. Use a food processor or hand mix eggs with oil and apple butter until blended. Blend in the sugar. Add half of the dry mixture and blend until smooth. Add remaining dry (The dough will be soft and sticky but easy to handle.) Transfer dough to a large bowl. Fold in the dried fruit.

Place one-half of the dough at each end of the cookie sheet. With damp hands, form each piece of dough into a log 3 inches wide and about 3/4-inch high. Place logs about 4 inches apart. (Logs will spread during baking.) Bake 25-30 minutes, or until firm to the touch. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes. (Leave heat on.)

With a serrated knife, cut each log into 1/2-inch cookies cut on the diagonal. Bake 10 minutes. Turn each cookie over and bake 10 more minutes. Turn off heat and leave biscotti in the oven 10 minutes. Remove and cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 63; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 38 mg; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch. 1/2 Fat

INDONESIAN TOFU AND VEGETABLE STEW

This recipe begins, “With a light coconut lime flavor, this recipe features green beans, bell peppers and zucchini. If you have other fresh veggies on hand, then you can add them as well.”

Yield: 8 servings.

Serving Size: 1 cup

Source: Patricia Chuey, RD

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Ingredients

1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger

Juice of one medium sized lime

1 1/2 Tbsp canola oil, divided

1 (12 oz) block of firm or extra firm tofu, diced into cubes

1 large onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1 cup sodium-reduced vegetable or chicken broth

1 cup light coconut milk

2 cups green beans, cut in 2 inch pieces

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 medium zucchini, diced

2 Tbsp fresh cilantro

Directions

In a bowl, marinate tofu with the ginger, lime juice and 1/2 Tbsp canola oil. Toss well to coat. This can be done about 30 minutes ahead of time and up to overnight in the refrigerator.

In a large saucepan, no lid required heat remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil. Add onion and cook for about 6 minutes or until softened and slightly browned. Add garlic, cumin, coriander and cloves and stir for 2 minutes.

To saucepan, add stock and coconut milk. Simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add green beans, bell pepper and zucchini and cook for about 10 minutes more or until vegetables are tender. Add marinated tofu and cook an additional 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro. Serve over steamed brown rice or quinoa, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 120; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 290 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g

Monday, February 19, 2018

Meatless Monday

It's Meatless Monday, time for six diabetic vegetarian recipes, including Indonesian Tofu and Vegetable Stew and Tangy Coconut Tartlets. Enjoy!

IRISH WHOLE WHEAT SODA BREAD

Yield: Makes 1 Round Loaf

Source: "America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/17.shtml

Ingredients

2 cups whole wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1-1/2 cups buttermilk

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.

In large bowl, stir together whole wheat flour, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda & salt. Add buttermilk all at once, stirring with a fork to make a soft, but slightly sticky dough.

With lightly floured hands, form dough into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for 8 to 10 times. Pat the dough into a 6-inch thick round, with a slightly flattened top.

Place dough on prepared baking sheet. With a shape knife or pizza cutter, score the top in the shape of a cross or large X. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from baking sheet onto cooling rack immediately. Dust top with rice flour. Serve warm from the oven.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of loaf): Calories: 123, Carbohydrate: 25 g, Fiber: 3 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 335 mg, Cholesterol: 1 mg Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread

LEMON-GLAZED BABY CARROTS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/950.shtml

Note: This recipe originally called for chicken or vegetable stock. I've changed that to only vegetable stock.

Ingredients

1 pound peeled baby carrots

1/4 cup vegetable stock

1 tablespoons margarine or butter

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind

1/4 teaspoon salt

Pepper to taste

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley or chives

Directions

In a medium saucepan, cook carrots in boiling salted water for 5 to 7 minutes (start timing when water returns to a boil) or until just tender-crisp; drain and return to saucepan.

Add stock, butter, brown sugar, lemon juice and rind, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes or until liquid has evaporated and carrots are nicely glazed.

Sprinkle with parsley or chives and serve.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 91; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 251 mg; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetables, 1/2 Fat

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER PUREE

Yield: 4 servings

Serving size: 3/4 cup

Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/629.shtml

Ingredients

8 cups bite-size cauliflower florets (about 1 head)

4 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled

1/3 cup buttermilk or equivalent buttermilk powder

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 teaspoon butter

1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Freshly ground pepper to taste

Snipped fresh chives for garnish

Directions

Place cauliflower florets and garlic in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover and steam until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place florets and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water, cover and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes.)

Place the cooked cauliflower and garlic in a food processor. Add buttermilk, 2 teaspoons oil, butter, salt and pepper; pulse several times, then process until smooth and creamy.

Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garnish with chives, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 342 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Dietary Fiber: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Fat

TANGY COCONUT TARTLETS

Yield: 24 servings

Serving Size: 1 tartlet

Source: Splenda

View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1185.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 egg whites

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix

2 cups nonfat milk

1 (8 ounce) tub fat free frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 tablespoon unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease 24 mini muffin cups.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, vanilla and egg whites; stir well. Divide mixture evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, pressing mixture into bottom and up sides of muffin cups.

Bake in the preheated 400 degree F oven until the edges are browned. Cool 2 minutes in the muffin tins on a wire rack. Remove from tins and cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare lemon pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Spoon lemon mixture into each macaroon tartlet shell. Top with 2 teaspoons of whipped topping sprinkled with a pinch of toasted coconut.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Calories from Fat: 15; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 1.5 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g

GINGER SPICE BISCOTTI

Makes 40 biscotti

Source: AICR

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/433.shtml

Ingredients

Canola oil spray

1-1/4 cups unbleached, all purpose flour

1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour

4 tsp. ground ginger

1 tsp. cinnamon

1-1/2 tsp. baking powder

1/4 tsp. allspice

1/4 tsp. salt

2 large eggs

1/3 cup canola oil

1/4 cup unsweetened apple butter or applesauce

1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/2 cup dried cranberries or other chopped dried fruit

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Coat a large cookie sheet with oil spray. Set aside.

Mix dry ingredients together in a bowl. Use a food processor or hand mix eggs with oil and apple butter until blended. Blend in the sugar. Add half of the dry mixture and blend until smooth. Add remaining dry (The dough will be soft and sticky but easy to handle.) Transfer dough to a large bowl. Fold in the dried fruit.

Place one-half of the dough at each end of the cookie sheet. With damp hands, form each piece of dough into a log 3 inches wide and about 3/4-inch high. Place logs about 4 inches apart. (Logs will spread during baking.) Bake 25-30 minutes, or until firm to the touch. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes. (Leave heat on.)

With a serrated knife, cut each log into 1/2-inch cookies cut on the diagonal. Bake 10 minutes. Turn each cookie over and bake 10 more minutes. Turn off heat and leave biscotti in the oven 10 minutes. Remove and cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 63; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 38 mg; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch. 1/2 Fat

INDONESIAN TOFU AND VEGETABLE STEW

This recipe begins, “With a light coconut lime flavor, this recipe features green beans, bell peppers and zucchini. If you have other fresh veggies on hand, then you can add them as well.”

Yield: 8 servings.

Serving Size: 1 cup

Source: Patricia Chuey, RD

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Ingredients

1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger

Juice of one medium sized lime

1 1/2 Tbsp canola oil, divided

1 (12 oz) block of firm or extra firm tofu, diced into cubes

1 large onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1 cup sodium-reduced vegetable or chicken broth

1 cup light coconut milk

2 cups green beans, cut in 2 inch pieces

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 medium zucchini, diced

2 Tbsp fresh cilantro

Directions

In a bowl, marinate tofu with the ginger, lime juice and 1/2 Tbsp canola oil. Toss well to coat. This can be done about 30 minutes ahead of time and up to overnight in the refrigerator.

In a large saucepan, no lid required heat remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil. Add onion and cook for about 6 minutes or until softened and slightly browned. Add garlic, cumin, coriander and cloves and stir for 2 minutes.

To saucepan, add stock and coconut milk. Simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add green beans, bell pepper and zucchini and cook for about 10 minutes more or until vegetables are tender. Add marinated tofu and cook an additional 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro. Serve over steamed brown rice or quinoa, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 120; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 290 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g

Monday, January 22, 2018

Meatless Monday

It's time for another Meatless Monday. Here are today's six diabetic vegetarian recipes to try out, including Indonesian Tofu and Vegetable Stew and Ginger Spice Biscotti. Enjoy!

IRISH WHOLE WHEAT SODA BREAD

Yield: Makes 1 Round Loaf

Source: "America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/17.shtml

Ingredients

2 cups whole wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1-1/2 cups buttermilk

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.

In large bowl, stir together whole wheat flour, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda & salt. Add buttermilk all at once, stirring with a fork to make a soft, but slightly sticky dough.

With lightly floured hands, form dough into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for 8 to 10 times. Pat the dough into a 6-inch thick round, with a slightly flattened top.

Place dough on prepared baking sheet. With a shape knife or pizza cutter, score the top in the shape of a cross or large X. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from baking sheet onto cooling rack immediately. Dust top with rice flour. Serve warm from the oven.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of loaf): Calories: 123, Carbohydrate: 25 g, Fiber: 3 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 335 mg, Cholesterol: 1 mg Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread

LEMON-GLAZED BABY CARROTS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/950.shtml

Note: This recipe originally called for chicken or vegetable stock. I've changed that to only vegetable stock.

Ingredients

1 pound peeled baby carrots

1/4 cup vegetable stock

1 tablespoons margarine or butter

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind

1/4 teaspoon salt

Pepper to taste

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley or chives

Directions

In a medium saucepan, cook carrots in boiling salted water for 5 to 7 minutes (start timing when water returns to a boil) or until just tender-crisp; drain and return to saucepan.

Add stock, butter, brown sugar, lemon juice and rind, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes or until liquid has evaporated and carrots are nicely glazed.

Sprinkle with parsley or chives and serve.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 91; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 251 mg; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetables, 1/2 Fat

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER PUREE

Yield: 4 servings

Serving size: 3/4 cup

Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/629.shtml

Ingredients

8 cups bite-size cauliflower florets (about 1 head)

4 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled

1/3 cup buttermilk or equivalent buttermilk powder

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 teaspoon butter

1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Freshly ground pepper to taste

Snipped fresh chives for garnish

Directions

Place cauliflower florets and garlic in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover and steam until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place florets and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water, cover and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes.)

Place the cooked cauliflower and garlic in a food processor. Add buttermilk, 2 teaspoons oil, butter, salt and pepper; pulse several times, then process until smooth and creamy.

Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garnish with chives, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 342 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Dietary Fiber: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Fat

TANGY COCONUT TARTLETS

Yield: 24 servings

Serving Size: 1 tartlet

Source: Splenda

View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1185.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 egg whites

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix

2 cups nonfat milk

1 (8 ounce) tub fat free frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 tablespoon unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease 24 mini muffin cups.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, vanilla and egg whites; stir well. Divide mixture evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, pressing mixture into bottom and up sides of muffin cups.

Bake in the preheated 400 degree F oven until the edges are browned. Cool 2 minutes in the muffin tins on a wire rack. Remove from tins and cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare lemon pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Spoon lemon mixture into each macaroon tartlet shell. Top with 2 teaspoons of whipped topping sprinkled with a pinch of toasted coconut.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Calories from Fat: 15; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 1.5 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g

GINGER SPICE BISCOTTI

Makes 40 biscotti

Source: AICR

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/433.shtml

Ingredients

Canola oil spray

1-1/4 cups unbleached, all purpose flour

1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour

4 tsp. ground ginger

1 tsp. cinnamon

1-1/2 tsp. baking powder

1/4 tsp. allspice

1/4 tsp. salt

2 large eggs

1/3 cup canola oil

1/4 cup unsweetened apple butter or applesauce

1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/2 cup dried cranberries or other chopped dried fruit

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Coat a large cookie sheet with oil spray. Set aside.

Mix dry ingredients together in a bowl. Use a food processor or hand mix eggs with oil and apple butter until blended. Blend in the sugar. Add half of the dry mixture and blend until smooth. Add remaining dry (The dough will be soft and sticky but easy to handle.) Transfer dough to a large bowl. Fold in the dried fruit.

Place one-half of the dough at each end of the cookie sheet. With damp hands, form each piece of dough into a log 3 inches wide and about 3/4-inch high. Place logs about 4 inches apart. (Logs will spread during baking.) Bake 25-30 minutes, or until firm to the touch. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes. (Leave heat on.)

With a serrated knife, cut each log into 1/2-inch cookies cut on the diagonal. Bake 10 minutes. Turn each cookie over and bake 10 more minutes. Turn off heat and leave biscotti in the oven 10 minutes. Remove and cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 63; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 38 mg; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch. 1/2 Fat

INDONESIAN TOFU AND VEGETABLE STEW

This recipe begins, “With a light coconut lime flavor, this recipe features green beans, bell peppers and zucchini. If you have other fresh veggies on hand, then you can add them as well.”

Yield: 8 servings.

Serving Size: 1 cup

Source: Patricia Chuey, RD

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Ingredients

1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger

Juice of one medium sized lime

1 1/2 Tbsp canola oil, divided

1 (12 oz) block of firm or extra firm tofu, diced into cubes

1 large onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1 cup sodium-reduced vegetable or chicken broth

1 cup light coconut milk

2 cups green beans, cut in 2 inch pieces

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 medium zucchini, diced

2 Tbsp fresh cilantro

Directions

In a bowl, marinate tofu with the ginger, lime juice and 1/2 Tbsp canola oil. Toss well to coat. This can be done about 30 minutes ahead of time and up to overnight in the refrigerator.

In a large saucepan, no lid required heat remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil. Add onion and cook for about 6 minutes or until softened and slightly browned. Add garlic, cumin, coriander and cloves and stir for 2 minutes.

To saucepan, add stock and coconut milk. Simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add green beans, bell pepper and zucchini and cook for about 10 minutes more or until vegetables are tender. Add marinated tofu and cook an additional 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro. Serve over steamed brown rice or quinoa, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 120; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 290 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g

Monday, January 9, 2017

Meatless Monday

It's Monday - the second one of the new year - which means it's Meatless Monday. That said, here are today's six diabetic vegetarian recipes to try. Enjoy!

IRISH WHOLE WHEAT SODA BREAD

Yield: Makes 1 Round Loaf

Source: "America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook"

Info: http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/17.shtml

Ingredients

2 cups whole wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1-1/2 cups buttermilk

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.

In large bowl, stir together whole wheat flour, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda & salt. Add buttermilk all at once, stirring with a fork to make a soft, but slightly sticky dough.

With lightly floured hands, form dough into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for 8 to 10 times. Pat the dough into a 6-inch thick round, with a slightly flattened top.

Place dough on prepared baking sheet. With a shape knife or pizza cutter, score the top in the shape of a cross or large X. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from baking sheet onto cooling rack immediately. Dust top with rice flour. Serve warm from the oven.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of loaf): Calories: 123, Carbohydrate: 25 g, Fiber: 3 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 335 mg, Cholesterol: 1 mg Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 Starch/Bread

LEMON-GLAZED BABY CARROTS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: America's Everyday Diabetes Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/950.shtml

Note: This recipe originally called for chicken or vegetable stock. I've changed that to only vegetable stock.

Ingredients

1 pound peeled baby carrots

1/4 cup vegetable stock

1 tablespoons margarine or butter

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind

1/4 teaspoon salt

Pepper to taste

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley or chives

Directions

In a medium saucepan, cook carrots in boiling salted water for 5 to 7 minutes (start timing when water returns to a boil) or until just tender-crisp; drain and return to saucepan.

Add stock, butter, brown sugar, lemon juice and rind, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes or until liquid has evaporated and carrots are nicely glazed.

Sprinkle with parsley or chives and serve.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 91; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 251 mg; Cholesterol: 8 mg; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetables, 1/2 Fat

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER PUREE

Yield: 4 servings

Serving size: 3/4 cup

Source: The Eating Well Diabetes Cookbook

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/629.shtml

Ingredients

8 cups bite-size cauliflower florets (about 1 head)

4 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled

1/3 cup buttermilk or equivalent buttermilk powder

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 teaspoon butter

1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Freshly ground pepper to taste

Snipped fresh chives for garnish

Directions

Place cauliflower florets and garlic in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover and steam until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place florets and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water, cover and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes.)

Place the cooked cauliflower and garlic in a food processor. Add buttermilk, 2 teaspoons oil, butter, salt and pepper; pulse several times, then process until smooth and creamy.

Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garnish with chives, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 108; Protein: 4 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 342 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Dietary Fiber: 5 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1-1/2 Fat

TANGY COCONUT TARTLETS

Yield: 24 servings

Serving Size: 1 tartlet

Source: Splenda

View online: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/1185.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 egg whites

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix

2 cups nonfat milk

1 (8 ounce) tub fat free frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 tablespoon unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease 24 mini muffin cups.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups coconut, Splenda Granulated Sweetener, flour, vanilla and egg whites; stir well. Divide mixture evenly among the prepared mini muffin cups, pressing mixture into bottom and up sides of muffin cups.

Bake in the preheated 400 degree F oven until the edges are browned. Cool 2 minutes in the muffin tins on a wire rack. Remove from tins and cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare lemon pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Spoon lemon mixture into each macaroon tartlet shell. Top with 2 teaspoons of whipped topping sprinkled with a pinch of toasted coconut.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 80; Calories from Fat: 15; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 1.5 g; Sodium: 85 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Sugars: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g

GINGER SPICE BISCOTTI

Makes 40 biscotti

Source: AICR

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/433.shtml

Ingredients

Canola oil spray

1-1/4 cups unbleached, all purpose flour

1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour

4 tsp. ground ginger

1 tsp. cinnamon

1-1/2 tsp. baking powder

1/4 tsp. allspice

1/4 tsp. salt

2 large eggs

1/3 cup canola oil

1/4 cup unsweetened apple butter or applesauce

1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/2 cup dried cranberries or other chopped dried fruit

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Coat a large cookie sheet with oil spray. Set aside.

Mix dry ingredients together in a bowl. Use a food processor or hand mix eggs with oil and apple butter until blended. Blend in the sugar. Add half of the dry mixture and blend until smooth. Add remaining dry (The dough will be soft and sticky but easy to handle.) Transfer dough to a large bowl. Fold in the dried fruit.

Place one-half of the dough at each end of the cookie sheet. With damp hands, form each piece of dough into a log 3 inches wide and about 3/4-inch high. Place logs about 4 inches apart. (Logs will spread during baking.) Bake 25-30 minutes, or until firm to the touch. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes. (Leave heat on.)

With a serrated knife, cut each log into 1/2-inch cookies cut on the diagonal. Bake 10 minutes. Turn each cookie over and bake 10 more minutes. Turn off heat and leave biscotti in the oven 10 minutes. Remove and cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 63; Protein: 1 g; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 38 mg; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Exchanges: 1 Bread/Starch. 1/2 Fat

INDONESIAN TOFU AND VEGETABLE STEW

This recipe begins, “With a light coconut lime flavor, this recipe features green beans, bell peppers and zucchini. If you have other fresh veggies on hand, then you can add them as well.”

Yield: 8 servings.

Serving Size: 1 cup

Source: Patricia Chuey, RD

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Ingredients

1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger

Juice of one medium sized lime

1 1/2 Tbsp canola oil, divided

1 (12 oz) block of firm or extra firm tofu, diced into cubes

1 large onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1 cup sodium-reduced vegetable or chicken broth

1 cup light coconut milk

2 cups green beans, cut in 2 inch pieces

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 medium zucchini, diced

2 Tbsp fresh cilantro

Directions

In a bowl, marinate tofu with the ginger, lime juice and 1/2 Tbsp canola oil. Toss well to coat. This can be done about 30 minutes ahead of time and up to overnight in the refrigerator.

In a large saucepan, no lid required heat remaining 1 Tbsp canola oil. Add onion and cook for about 6 minutes or until softened and slightly browned. Add garlic, cumin, coriander and cloves and stir for 2 minutes.

To saucepan, add stock and coconut milk. Simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add green beans, bell pepper and zucchini and cook for about 10 minutes more or until vegetables are tender. Add marinated tofu and cook an additional 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro. Serve over steamed brown rice or quinoa, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 120; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 290 mg; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g