Makes 8 servings Serving Size: 1/2 cup Ingredients 1 cup uncooked macaroni 1 (16-ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables 1 medium tomato, chopped 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup fat-free Italian dressing 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional) 1/4 cup chopped green pepper (optional) 1/4 cup chopped cucumber (optional) Directions Cook macaroni. While macaroni is cooking, place … Read More
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Taco Bowl
Makes 1 serving Ingredients 7/8-ounce bag baked corn tortilla chips 2 tablespoons mild salsa 1/2 tomato 1/2 cup shredded dark green lettuce 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheese Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash tomato and lettuce. Dice tomato. Shred lettuce. Place chips in bowl. Top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and salsa. Refrigerate leftovers immediately. … Read More
Grilled Cheese Roll-Ups
Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 2 roll-ups Ingredients 4 slices whole wheat bread, crusts removed 2-3 slices of cheese 1/6 cup melted butter Directions Roll each slice of bread flat using a rolling pin Place one slice of cheese onto the bread. Then roll up bread and cheese and secure with toothpick. Brush the outside … Read More
Chicken Fingers
Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 whole boneless, skinless chicken breast 1 cup crushed cornflakes 1 egg 2 tablespoon fat-free milk Barbecue, salsa, or honey mustard for dipping Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut the chicken into finger-size pieces. Fill a large, zip-lock style plastic bag with the cornflakes; seal the bag … Read More
Egg Salad Sandwiches
Makes 6 servings Serving Size: 1 sandwich Ingredients 6 eggs, hard-boiled, chopped 3 tablespoons pickle relish 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise 12 whole-wheat bread slices 2 tomatoes (optional) Lettuce (optional) Directions Combine eggs, relish, pepper, and mayonnaise in mixing bowl. Mash and mix well. Broil or toast bread (optional). Slice tomatoes … Read More
Salmon Burgers
Makes 4 servings Serving Size: 1 burger Ingredients 15 ounces canned pink salmon in water 1/2 red bell pepper 8 wheat crackers 3 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise 1 teaspoon lemon juice 4 drops hot sauce 4 whole-grain dinner rolls 1 tomato, sliced 4 lettuce leaves Directions Coat a large, nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over … Read More
Baked Pork Chops
Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 egg white 1/4 cup evaporated skim milk 1 pound boneless pork sirloin chops 1/2 cup cornflake crumbs 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix Directions Preheat oven to 375°F. Trim all fat from chops and discard. Beat egg white with evaporated skim milk in a small bowl. Place pork chops in a … Read More
Chicken and Rice with Salsa
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 2 cups instant brown rice 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 cups salsa 1 cup water 1/2 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded Directions Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray. Spread uncooked rice in bottom of dish. Lay chicken breasts on top of rice. Combine salsa … Read More
Chicken and Broccoli Crustless Quiche
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 5 large eggs 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese Ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded 10 ounces frozen, chopped broccoli, thawed 1/4 cup carrots, shredded 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. … Read More
Southwestern Turkey Casserole
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 cup onion, chopped 1/2 green pepper, chopped 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 pound ground turkey 8 ounces canned, low-sodium tomatoes 10 ounces frozen corn, thawed 1 cup 1% low-fat milk 1/2 cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons chili powder 3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded Directions Preheat … Read More