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


Chicken Quesadillas

Makes 4 servings Serving Size: 1 quesadilla Ingredients 1 cup skinless chicken, precooked and shredded 2 tablespoons chunky tomato salsa 1/4 cup onion, chopped 1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded 4 whole-wheat tortillas Directions Mix chicken, salsa, onion, and green pepper. Spray a skillet with cooking spray and place … 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


Toss-Up Snack Mix

Makes 2 servings Ingredients 1 cup whole-grain corn and rice cereal 1/2 cup dried apples 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup roasted peanuts or soy nuts (for those with nut allergies) Directions Measure each ingredient as follows and place in a baggie: 1/2 cup whole-grain corn and rice cereal 1/4 cup dried apples 1/8 cup … Read More


Peanut Butter Play Dough

Makes 2 servings Ingredients 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter 1/3 cup non-fat dry milk powder 4 teaspoons honey NOTE: If you have a peanut allergy, substitute peanut butter with soy or almond butter. Directions Mix honey with peanut butter. While stirring, slowly add dry milk powder until a firm dough is formed. Knead onto a … Read More


Olé Frijolés Dip

Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 cup low-fat or fat-free refried beans 1/4 cup mild taco sauce 1/3 cup low-fat cheddar cheese Corn chips, baby carrots, and/or celery Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash lid of refried beans can. Open with clean can opener. Place 1 cup of low-fat refried beans into bowl. Measure 1/4 cup … 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


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