Lasagna Roll-Ups

Makes 12 servings Serving Size: 1 roll-up Ingredients 12 lasagna noodles (8 oz.) 1 pound lean ground beef 1-26 oz. jar spaghetti sauce 1-24 oz. carton low-fat cottage cheese 2 cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded (8 oz.) 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon garlic powder Vegetable cooking spray Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Preheat oven … Read More


Food Group Butterfly

Makes 1 serving Serving Size: 1 butterfly Ingredients 1 slice low-fat American cheese 1 celery stalk, 3 inches long 1 tablespoon peanut butter or reduced-fat or fat-free cream cheese 2 to 6 raisins 2 pretzel sticks Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash and cut celery into a 3-inch long piece. Cut cheese slice diagonally with … Read More


Whole Grain Pancakes

Makes 4 servings Ingredients 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 cup oat bran or wheat germ 1/4 cup old-fashioned oats 1 tablespoon cornmeal 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 ripe banana, mashed 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup milk Directions Preheat griddle to 375°F. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. … Read More


Nearly a Five-Group Sundae

Makes 1 serving Ingredients Choose one food from each food group. Dairy Group Low-fat vanilla yogurt or other flavor, plain or with fruit Protein Group Nuts or seeds, such as cashews, peanuts, almonds, walnuts, pecans, or sunflower seeds Fruit Group Fresh, frozen, or canned fruit, such as pineapple, strawberries, peaches, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, mixed berries, … Read More


French Toast Sticks

Makes 4 servings Serving Size: 4 sticks Ingredients 4 slices whole-wheat bread 2 eggs 1/2 cup fat-free milk Powdered sugar and cinnamon for topping Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a baking sheet with vegetable cooking spray and set aside. Cut each slice of bread into four strips lengthwise. You’ll have … Read More


Easy Breakfast Parfait

Makes 1 serving Serving Size: 1 parfait Ingredients 1/2 cup nonfat vanilla yogurt 1/4 cup sliced fruit (any kind) 3 tablespoons granola type cereal 1 tablespoon sliced almonds or other nuts Directions Place 1/4 cup yogurt in the bottom of a small cup. Top with 2 tablespoons sliced fruit. Layer 1 1/2 tablespoons cereal on … Read More


Quick Pizza

Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1/2 English muffin or 1 slice pita bread Ingredients 1 English muffin or pita bread, halved 1/2 cup low-sodium spaghetti sauce 1/2 cup pineapple tidbits in own juice, drained 1/2 cup lean diced ham 1/4 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded Directions Toast bread or muffin until very lightly browned. Preheat … Read More


Food Group Parfait

Makes 2 servings Ingredients 1 4-6 oz. carton low-fat vanilla yogurt 1/2 cup fresh or frozen fruit of your choice 4 tablespoons oat O-shaped cereal Sliced almonds or granola (optional) Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Place 2 tablespoons of yogurt into each cup. Add 2 heaping tablespoons of cereal to each cup. Then add 2 … Read More


Tempting Tostadas

Makes 4 servings Serving Size: 1 tostada Ingredients 4 corn tortillas, 6-inch 1 cup low-fat or fat-free refried beans 3/4 cup shredded low-fat Monterey Jack cheese 1 cup low-fat sour cream 1 cup shredded lettuce 1 cup shredded carrots 1 cup salsa Vegetable oil Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly brush … Read More


Pizza Cake

Makes 1 serving Serving Size: 1 cake Ingredients 2 tablespoons pizza sauce 1 rice cake 2 tablespoons grated part-skim mozzarella cheese Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Heat oven to 350°F. Spread sauce over rice cake. Sprinkle on cheese. Sprinkle on additional toppings, if desired. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or heat in microwave oven for 15-30 … Read More


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