Originally a vegetarian recipes. I added the beef, because my husband won’t eat it without meat! 1/2 lb extra lean ground beef, browned 3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed 3/4 cup canned fiesta corn 1 can Pillsbury homestyle or buttermilk biscuits 1/3 cup light barbecue sauce 2oz 2% shredded mozzarella, (or more if you’re Kristen)Continue reading “Black Bean & Corn Mexican Pizza”
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Sausage N’ Cheese Grits Casserole
Just know this recipe takes 1.5 hours to cook start to finish! But its worth it! It’s very good! Ingredients 4 cups water 1 tsp salt 1 cup quick cooking grits 1 cup egg beaters (or 4 eggs) 1 lb Italian turkey sausage (4 links), browned 1 cup fat free shredded cheddar cheese 1 cupContinue reading “Sausage N’ Cheese Grits Casserole”
Apricot Honey Glazed Chicken
Ingredients 1/3 c sugar free apricot preserves/ jelly 1 tbsp sugar free honey 1 tbsp dijon mustard 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 1 lb Chicken tenderloins (or breasts) Instructions (can also be grilled) Heat broiler to high. In small bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken; blend well. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paperContinue reading “Apricot Honey Glazed Chicken”
Creamy Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients * 8 oz Fiber gourmet pasta* 1/2 cup Fat free Zesty Italian Dressing* 8 oz Precooked baby shrimp, thawed in water* 1 can sliced mushrooms (can use fresh)* 4 ounces PHILADELPHIA fat free Cream Cheese* 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese Directions Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package.Drain. Meanwhile, heat dressing in largeContinue reading “Creamy Shrimp Pasta”
Oven Baked Canola Fries
HEALTHY french fries! 2-4 medium sized baking potatoes 2 tsp canola oil Seasoning Salt Pepper Directions Peel (optional) and cut potatoes in fries. Soak 30 minutes in water Dry completely. (And I mean completely. I air dry for 30-45 minutes under a vent or ceiling fan) Tosss in a boll with oil, salt and pepper.Continue reading “Oven Baked Canola Fries”
Broiled Tuscan Tilapia
4 4oz Tilapia Fillets (or other firm fish) 1/4 Cup Fat Free parmesan cheese 2 TBSP (fat free) Miracle Whip 2 TBSP Butter or margarine (I use Promise Heart Smart spread) Fresh cut tomatoes Basil to taste Lemon Juice Salt (or “No Salt”) and Pepper Directions Preheat broiler on high. Cover the fillets in lemonContinue reading “Broiled Tuscan Tilapia”
Baked Ziti
Ingredients 7oz Ziti or penne pasta 1/2 lb Extra Lean ground beef Minced Onion Garlic powder 1 medium Zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, sliced 1/4 inch thick 1 Can (8oz) tomato sauce (Basil Oregano flavor works well) 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced tomatoes 1/2 TBSP Oregano Salt & Pepper 2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese DirectionsContinue reading “Baked Ziti”
Balsamic Chicken
12 oz chicken tenderloins 2 Cups Broccoli/Cauliflower mix (frozen) 1 can sliced mushrooms (or sautee fresh) 1/2 cup chicken broth (or cube) 2.5 TBSP balsamic vinegar 1/4 tsp dried tyme 1/2 TBSP Garlic powder (or more to taste) Salt & Pepper to taste Directions: Coat a 10-inch skillet with nonstick vegetable spray. Heat over mediumContinue reading “Balsamic Chicken”
Southwestern Meat Loaf
Ingredients 1lb ground beef 1 cups + 2 TBSP salsa 1oz tortilla chips (about 10-12 chips), crushed 1 cup fiesta corn 1 egg beater salt and pepper to taste Optional: Chili powder to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 375 Mix beef, egg, 1 cup salsa, chips, corn, and spices in a bowl. Place in aContinue reading “Southwestern Meat Loaf”