Archive for the ‘Healthy Eating’ Category

  • Kiwifruit Cheesecake Ginger Bites

    Friday, July 31st, 2009

    Prep time: 10 minutes
    Makes: 15 servings (two Bites per serving)
    3          Zespri green or gold kiwifruit
    1          package (8 ounces) reduced fat* or regular cream cheese
    6          tablespoons sugar
    1          teaspoon lime or lemon zest
    1/2       teaspoon vanilla extract
    30        ginger snap cookies
    Peel kiwifruit and cut in half lengthwise. Cut each half into five even slices for [...]

  • Mini Soy Sombreros

    Thursday, July 30th, 2009

    From “Big Green Cookbook” by Jackie Newgent, RD
    Makes 12 servings: 2 sombreros each
    24        wonton wrappers, thawed, if frozen
    1          (12-ounce) package soy burger crumbles
    1 1/2    cups canned diced organic tomatoes with juices
    2          tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
    1          teaspoon chili powder
    3/4       teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
    1          cup [...]

  • Healthy Body, Healthy Planet

    Thursday, July 30th, 2009

    (Family Features) The hybrid is parked in the driveway, the energy-efficient light bulbs are in their sockets, the recycling bin is at the curb, but what’s in the pantry? With many earth-friendly food options available today, it is easier than ever to make informed choices that are good for the body and the environment.
    In her [...]

  • Blazing Buffalo Chicken Wrap w/ Spread

    Tuesday, July 28th, 2009

    1 serving
     
    This recipe has been reviewed by the American Diabetes Association.
     
    1/2       ounce diced celery
    1/2       ounce chopped green bell peppers
    1/2       ounce spring mix lettuce
    1          96 percent fat free tortillas, taco size
    2.5       ounces Boar’s Head Blazing Buffalo Chicken
    2          tablespoons Buffalo Spread
     
    Spread the Buffalo spread on the tortilla. Place rest of ingredients on [...]

  • Mushroom and Spinach Stir Fry

    Tuesday, July 28th, 2009

    Serves: 4
    Prep Time: 6 minutes
    1          pouch Uncle Ben’s Ready Rice Whole Grain Brown 
    3/4       pound chicken breast cut into bite size pieces
    2          tablespoons lite soy sauce 
    1          box frozen spinach (10 ounces) thawed and drained
    4          ounces sliced fresh mushrooms 
    1          tablespoon oil 
     
    Heat rice in microwave according to package directions.
     
    In a skillet, heat oil [...]

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