Skillet Fried Rice

This recipe can be made with staple ingredients you often have on hand. Use any frozen vegetables you have available. Try adding any leftover meat you have as well. Makes 1 servings | Serving size: 1 recipe Ingredients 1/2 cup of brown rice 1 cup of vegetables. Choose 2–3 (onion, broccoli, peas, celery, carrots, peppers, … Read More


Juicy Yogurt Pops

Makes 12 servings Serving Size: 1 pop Ingredients 3/4 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt 1 1/2 cups 100% fruit juice (try grape, apple, or orange juice) Directions Spoon 1 tablespoon of yogurt into each cup of an ice tray. Fill each cup with fruit juice (about 2 tablespoons in each cup). Cover tray with wax paper … Read More


PB & A Roll-Up

Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1/2 wrap Ingredients 1 banana 3 tablespoons peanut butter 1 (6-inch) whole-wheat tortilla 4 tablespoons chopped apple Directions In a small bowl, use a fork to mash the banana. Mix peanut butter with banana. Spread over tortilla. Top with chopped apples. Roll tortilla. … Read More


Mini Martian Muffins

Makes 28 servings Serving Size: 2 mini muffins Ingredients 2 eggs 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup applesauce 1/2 cup orange juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa 2 medium zucchini, grated Choose 2 of … Read More


Waffle Fruit Sandwich

Makes 1 serving Serving Size: 1 sandwich Ingredients 1 frozen whole-grain waffle 1 tablespoon peanut butter Sliced fruit of your choice (bananas, apples, and strawberries are great choices) Directions Toast waffle in toaster. Spread waffle with 1 tablespoon peanut butter. Cut in half. On one half of the waffle, place fruit on top of peanut … Read More


Tooty-Fruity Pudding Cup

Makes 8 servings Serving Size: 1/2 cup Ingredients 1 (3.4 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding 2 cups skim milk 2 cups fresh or canned fruit of your choice, sliced 1 1/2 cups crunchy granola cereal Directions Mix pudding according to package instructions, using the 2 cups of milk. Cover with plastic wrap and chill until … Read More


Sundae Funday

Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1/2 muffin Ingredients 1 muffin 1 cup (8-ounce) low-fat yogurt, any flavor 1 cup cut-up fresh and/or dried fruit Directions Divide muffin in half. Place 1/2 in each of two bowls. Top each with half of the yogurt and 1/2 cup of fruit. … Read More


Cheesy Breakfast Burrito

  Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1/2 burrito Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 2 strips turkey bacon 2 eggs 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 (10-inch) whole-wheat tortilla 1/8 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 tomato, sliced Directions Spray skillet with non-stick cooking spray. Cook turkey bacon over medium-high heat, turning once, until crispy. Break into … Read More


Sweet Potato Recipes

Oven Fries  Makes 6 servings Serving Size: 10 fries Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 4 medium baking potatoes or sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons oil seasonings (optional)* *Try one or several of these seasonings: salt, pepper, seasoning salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika Directions Preheat oven to 475°F. Lightly spray baking sheet with non-stick cooking … Read More


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