Lisa and the kids are here visiting and we’re having a great time!! It’s so nice to have them here. Our kids get along great and have so much fun together. Lisa and I worked all week to plan our menu for her visit. Last night we had our first planned meal of shredded pot roast tacos. Early yesterday … [Read more…]
POINTS® Value: 3 Servings: 10 Ingredients 1 1/2 pound(s) raw extra lean ground beef 1/2 tsp garlic salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 8 oz Kraft Velveeta Light Reduced-Fat Pasteurized Processed Cheese Product 2 tbsp fat-free skim milk 1 cup(s) onion(s) 2 clove(s) garlic … [Read more…]
I love food. That’s nothing new. Whenever I stumble upon a recipe that tastes delicious AND is somewhat healthy for you, then I feel like I have won the lottery-wahoo! This is one of those Lottery-feeling recipes, oh yes it is. The first time I made this recipe, it was from the WW website a few … [Read more…]
Looking for a low calorie, quick lunch? How about trying this wrap? A Tuscan Tuna Wrap 3 ounces light tuna, drained 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 1/2 lemon, juiced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Dash of salt and pepper 2 whole-grain tortillas 1/2 cup baby spinach Combine all … [Read more…]
Oh, I am a sucker for mashed potatoes! Yes, you can eat mashed potatoes when you’re dieting. And you can eat them without worry! I’ve tried several light recipes and they just never seem to fit the bill. I like creamy and flavorful (um, see above!) and this recipe really delivers. The freshly … [Read more…]
Pork Chops Yum Yum POINTS® Value: 9 Servings: 4 Ingredients 1 1/2 pound(s) Market Day Bone-In Pork Chop 1/4 cup(s) honey 1/2 cup(s) fat-free chicken broth 1/4 cup(s) soy sauce 2 tbsp ketchup 2 tbsp ground ginger 2 tbsp minced … [Read more…]
1 (6 ounce) package strawberry flavored gelatin 2 cups boiling water 1 (16 ounce) package strawberries, partially frozen 2 bananas, peeled and diced 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained 1 (8 ounce) container (low-fat) frozen whipped topping, thawed (optional) Directions: In a medium … [Read more…]
Italian style broccoli 1 bunch broccoli (1 1/4 pounds) 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1/2 cup water Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste 1. Cut off and separate broccoli florets. Trim the tough ends of the stalks; peel the stalks … [Read more…]
I’m always looking for a good side dish. Seems like there are tons of light main dish and dessert recipes out there, so I’m on a mission to find appetizers, snacks, and sides. Stay tuned for some more great recipes. I do try to test out recipes, but with 2 little ones and a husband who works out of … [Read more…]
If you are anything like me, you like to snack too! I’m all about salty, sweet or just about anything after lunch. Here are a few great low calorie snacks. *Pop Secret light butter microwave popcorn- half a bag is only 140 calories and 4 grams of fiber! * Banana- it’s easy to take on the go and only … [Read more…]
This salad is SO good, but it tastes like it’s so bad. In other words, it doesn’t feel like I’m dieting when I eat this salad. The dressing is so creamy and unlike most “light” dressings, and it keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for a couple of days. From Weight Watchers Points: … [Read more…]
POINTS® Value: 7 Servings: 4 Ingredients 1 1/4 pound(s) uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, (either cut into strips or use chicken tenders) 1/2 cup(s) buttermilk 4 cup(s) corn flakes 1/4 tsp table salt 1/2 cup(s) Dijon mustard 1 tbsp Kraft Light … [Read more…]
2 teaspoons instant coffee 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar 2 ice cubes 1/4 cup cold water 1/3 cup chilled milk Place instant coffee, sugar, ice cubes and water in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake vigorously for 30 seconds, or until frothy. Stir in milk. 57 calories, 1 g fat, 9 carbs, 3 protein, 0 fiber … [Read more…]
3 cups nonfat milk 2 cups pasteurized liquid egg whites, such as Egg Beaters 3 tablespoons honey 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1-pound loaf sliced whole-wheat bread 1 cup chopped dried apples (3 ounces) 1/2 cup raisins 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground … [Read more…]
Ingredients 2 spray(s) olive oil cooking spray, divided 2 oz light cream cheese 1/2 cup(s) low-fat shredded cheddar cheese 1 tbsp fat-free mayonnaise 8 small jalapeno pepper(s) 1/4 cup(s) fat-free egg substitute 3/4 cup(s) cornflake crumbs Instructions Preheat oven to … [Read more…]