Leftover Turkey Meatloaf Sandwich, YUM!
June 15, 2013 at 10:52 AM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, ground turkey, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a commentTags: Barbecue, Beef mince, cook, Home, Meat Loaf, Meatloaf, Turkey, Turkey Meatloaf
Last night’s Turkey Meatloaf turned into todays Lunch, Turkey Meatloaf Sandwich! I warmed up the Meatloaf, served it up on a Aunt 
Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bun and topped it with some JB’s Chipotle BBQ Sauce. Heating up a bit with the Chipotle Sauce gave it that much more flavor! Love them leftovers!
Bacon Wrapped Turkey Meatloaf w/ Corn on the Cob and Mashed Poatoes
June 14, 2013 at 5:23 PM | Posted in baking, Bob Evan's, ground turkey, spices and herbs, turkey bacon, vegetables | 1 CommentTags: bacon, Bake, CobCorn, Corn, Egg Beaters, Meat Loaf, Turkey, Worcestershire sauce
Today’s Menu: Bacon Wrapped Turkey Meatloaf w/ Corn on the Cob and Mashed Potatoes
A really perfect day out today! It’s about 77 degrees and sunny. Beautiful day but it was a very, very, long night. My parents had made some friends for dinner at a Ponderosa Steak House. they didn’t order from the menu instead chose the Buffet, BIG MISTAKE!! After coming home about an 1 hour or so they both became very sick, Mom worse than my Dad. Upset stomach, nausea and everything that goes with food poisoning. My Mom was so bad I called her family doctor on call service. He said the best cure is to let it run its course, which it eventually did. I won’t go in to detail but I was still doing laundry at 1:00 am. But both are fine now with no after effects. I’m not big on Buffets and that’s the main reason! For dinner tonight I prepared a Bacon Wrapped Turkey Meatloaf w/ Corn on the Cob and Mashed Potatoes.
I had prepared Turkey Meatloaf before but not wrapped with Bacon, Low Sodium Turkey Bacon. I had the idea off a cooking show. They said by adding the Bacon it gave your Meatloaf an even better taste. They had used Pork Bacon but I’m using Oscar Mayer Low Sodium Turkey Bacon instead. To make the Meatloaf I’ll need the following; 2 Tablespoons Blue Bonnet Light Stick Butter, 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 1/4 lbs Jennie O Extra Lean Ground Turkey, 3-4 Slices of uncooked Oscar Mayer Low Sodium Turkey Bacon, 1/2 Cup Progesso Italian Style Breadcrumbs, 1/4 Cup Egg Substitute (Egg Beaters), 1 1/4 Cups Hunt’s Catsup, 4 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce, 3 Tablespoons Heinz 57 Sauce, 2 Teaspoons Smoked Cumin, 2 Teaspoons Onion Powder, 2 Teaspoons Ground Thyme, 2 Teaspoons Parsley, 3/4 Teaspoon Sea Salt, and 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper. To prepare it start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Then melt the butter in a skillet and add the Garlic in melted butter for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Place the mixture in a large bowl to cool for 5 minutes. Combine turkey, bread crumbs, egg, 1/4 cup of the catsup, 1 table spoon Worcestershire sauce, spices, and garlic mixture. Press meatloaf into an 8×4-inch loaf pan. Wrap 4 slices of Turkey Bacon over the top and down on to the sides of the meatloaf. Take the remaining catsup and add 3 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce and 3 Tablespoons Heinz 57 Sauce, and stir to well mixed. Add as a topping for the meatloaf. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 50-55 minutes or until Internal temperature should reach 165 degrees. Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before serving. The Turkey Meatloaf was delicious before but with the added Bacon it gave it that much more flavor! I’ll add Turkey Bacon to it from now on!
To go with the Meatloaf I prepared some more of the boiled Mini Corn Ears. I used Green Giant Mini Ears of Sweet Corn. They come frozen and all you do is boil them in water for about 12 minutes. Their 50 calories and 9 calories per mini ear. These are actually better than a lot of the fresh Corn on the cob I’ve had, nice job Green Giant! I also prepared Bob Evan’s Mashed Potatoes. You have to have Mashed Potatoes when you have Meatloaf, I think it’s an unwritten rule! One good comfort food dinner! For dessert later, just sticking with some fruit. A Banana and maybe a few slices of a Honey Crisp Apple.
Turkey Meatloaf
Ingredients
2 Tablespoons Blue Bonnet Light Stick Butter
3 Cloves Garlic, Minced
1 1/4 lbs Jennie O Extra Lean Ground Turkey
3-4 Slices of uncooked Oscar Mayer Low Sodium Turkey Bacon
1/2 Cup Progesso Italian Style Breadcrumbs
1/4 Cup Egg Substitute (Egg Beaters)
1 1/4 Cups Hunt’s Catsup
4 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
3 Tablespoons Heinz 57 Sauce
2 Teaspoons Smoked Cumin
2 Teaspoons Onion Powder
2 Teaspoons Ground Thyme
2 Teaspoons Parsley
3/4 Teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper
Directions
1. Melt butter in a skillet.
2. Add the Garlic in melted butter for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Place mixture in a large bowl to cool for 5 minutes.
4. Combine turkey, bread crumbs, egg, 1/4 cup of the catsup, 1 table spoon Worcestershire sauce, spices, and garlic mixture.
5. Press meatloaf into an 8×4-inch loaf pan. Wrap 4 slices of Turkey Bacon over the top and down on to the sides of the meatloaf.
6. Take the remaining catsup and add 3 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce and
3 Tablespoons Heinz 57 Sauce, and stir to well mixed. Add as a topping for the meatloaf.
7. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 50-55 minutes.
8. (Internal temperature should reach 165 degrees.) Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Green Giant Corn on the Cob
Enjoy the succulent taste of corn on the cob year round! Available in a variety of sizes to fit your needs.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 mini-ear (61g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 5Calories 50
% Daily Values*
Total Fat 0.5g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 4g
Protein 2g
Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna w/ Baked Artisan Multi Grain Bread
May 12, 2013 at 5:30 PM | Posted in baking, cheese, ground turkey, Honeysuckle White Turkey Products, pasta, Progresso | Leave a commentTags: Brown, cook, Home, Mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pasta, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, Tomato sauce
Today’s Menu: Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna w/ Baked Artisan Multi Grain Bread
CHILLY this morning about 35 degrees, 31 tomorrow morning with a freeze warning! Come on Mother Nature with that warm weather. Being Mother’s Day I gave Mom a choice of what to have for Dinner. We thought about going to one of the local Steakhouses but Mom decided she wanted to eat at home and she wanted Lasagna. So for dinner I prepared; Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna w/ Baked Artisan Multi Grain Bread. As always I substitute Extra Lean Ground Turkey for the Beef.
This has become one of our favorite dinners and our favorite Lasagna recipes, Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna! It’s very easy to make as the dinner kit contains the Lasagna Pasta, Tomato Herb sauce, Ricotta Sauce Mix, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. I added 1 lb. Jennie – O Lean Ground Turkey, 1 Cup water, 2/3 Cup 2% Milk, 1 (8 oz.) Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (2 Cups), 1/2 cup Shredded dutch Gouda, and I also added a bit more seasoning (McCormick Grinder Italian Herb). I combined the Mozzarella and Goda Cheese. Gouda is such a great tasting Cheese and is a perfect melting Cheese. Basically you just layer your ingredients in a 8″ square baking dish and cover and bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes and bake an additional 10 minutes uncovered. The product description along with full instructions are at the bottom of the post.
Prepared by the instructions it was 390 calories but I cut that and the carb count down by using Honeysuckle White Extra Lean Ground Turkey instead of Beef and Sargento Reduced Fat 2% Mozzarella Cheese. The Lasagna came out delicious every time! Everyone really loves this. The flavor as always is excellent. The Sauce was thick and well seasoned and the same for the pasta, perfect, plus plenty leftovers to freeze for later. I also baked a loaf of the La Brea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Chocolate Swirl Frozen Yogurt.
Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna
Directions
Ready to bake in about 20 minutes. You Will Need: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 cup water; 2/3 cup milk; 1 bag (8 oz) shredded mozzarella 
cheese (2 cups); nonstick cooking spray and foil. Sauce: Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Brown beef in 10-inch skillet, breaking up beef into small pieces; drain. Stir Tomato Herb Sauce and water into beef; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, mix Ricotta Sauce Mix and milk in liquid measuring cup or small bowl, using whisk or fork. Layer: Spray 8-inch square glass baking dish with cooking spray. Layer lasagna: Spread about 2/3 cup beef sauce in dish. Layer with 2 uncooked Pasta sheets (side by side), 2/3 cup beef sauce (cover Pasta with sauce), 1/4 cup ricotta sauce and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Repeat layers twice, starting with Pasta. Add remaining Pasta, beef sauce and mozzarella. Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese. Kitchen Tip: Substitute 1/4 cup dry red wine for 1/4 cup of the water.
Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna
Product Details
Add beef & cheese! Quality Foods. Quality ingredients included. Lasagna pasta; tomato herb sauce; ricotta sauce mix; grated parmesan cheese. Exchanges: 2 starch, 3-1/2 medium fat meat. Carbohydrate Choices: 2. Made with quality ingredients. Progresso Kitchen Favorites dinners combine high quality ingredients to create delicious meals that become family favorites!
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 0.167 pkg
Servings per container: 6
Before Preparation
Nutrient Qty %DV
Calories 390 – Prepared
Calories from Fat 10
Total Fat 1 g 2%
Cholesterol -5 mg 1%
Sodium 510 mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 23 g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2 g 8%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 4 g
Vitamin A 6%
Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 6%
Iron 4%
LaBrea Bakery Take and Bake Artisan Multi Grain Loaf
Satisfying, hearty and wholesome. The sweet and nutty flavor combination delivers a perfect taste.
Ingredients
UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, SOUR CULTURE, FLAX SEEDS, SUNFLOWER SEEDS, MILLET, RYE FLOUR, SALT, YEAST, SUGAR, WHEAT BRAN, CANOLA OIL, WHEAT GLUTEN, WHEAT FLOUR, CULTURED WHEAT FLOUR, GUAR GUM, GUM ARABIC, WHITE DEGERMINATED CORN MEAL, CARAMEL COLOR WITH SULFITES.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice (57g/2oz)
Servings Per Container: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 Calories from Fat 25
% Daily Value
Total Fat 2.5g 4%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 320mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Sugars 1g
Protein 6g
http://www.labreabakery.com/our-breads-foods/take-bake/multi-grain-loaf/
Taco Night! Turkey Tacos!
April 30, 2013 at 5:21 PM | Posted in ground turkey, Old El Paso Products, Sargento's Cheese, tacos | 2 CommentsTags: Beef mince, Breyer, Canola, Ground Turkey, Old El Paso, Sea salt, Sour cream, Taco, Turkey
Today’s Menu: Taco Night! Turkey Tacos!
Has Spring actually arrived and staying? 80 degrees and sunny out today, a perfect day! We”ll wait and see if drops back down to chilly in a day or so. On to tonight’s dinner; It was Turkey Taco Night along with a side of Fat Free Refried Beans.
Tonight’s meal was almost all Old El Paso. I used Old El Paso Stand Up Taco Shells, Old El Paso Fat Free Refried Beans, Old El Paso, 
Sliced Green Chilies, and Old El Paso Original Taco Seasoning. OLE! The Ground Turkey I used was Honeysuckle White Extra Lean Ground Turkey (99/1). I browned the Turkey in Canola Oil, seasoning it with Sea Salt, Ground Pepper, Ground Roasted Cumin, Dried Cilantro, and the Old El Paso Taco Seasoning. I almost always substitute Ground Turkey or Ground Buffalo for Ground Beef, all around healthier for you (See the end of the post).
My toppings for the Tacos include Sliced Black Olives, Sliced Green Chilies, Shredded Lettuce, Sargento Reduced Fat 4 Cheese Mexican, and Old El Paso Taco Sauce (Medium). As I said Earlier I used Old El Paso Stand Up Taco Shells and I had a small side of Refried Beans topped with Daisy Reduced Fat Sour Cream. Can’t wait to make some Ground Buffalo Tacos here in the next week or so! For dessert later a bowl of Breyer’s Carb Smart Vanilla Ice cream topped with some sliced Mangos.
Ground Turkey vs Ground Beef
A 100-g serving of ground turkey contains 148 calories, while the same-sized serving of ground beef contains 192 calories.
Ground turkey contains much less fat than ground beef, which is generally considered to be a benefit. Each 100-g serving of ground turkey contains 7.7 g of fat, while 100 g of ground beef contains 12.7 g.
Both ground beef and ground turkey can be appropriate for carbohydrate-restricted diets, as both are carbohydrate-free.
Ground beef and ground turkey are both good sources of protein. Ground turkey contains slightly more protein, 19.7 g, than ground beef, which contains 19.4 g. This difference is unlikely to affect your overall health.
Velveeta/Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets w/…
April 28, 2013 at 4:51 PM | Posted in cheese, green tea, ground turkey, pasta, Velveeta/Kraft Dinners | Leave a commentTags: Add-2, Beef mince, Phaseolus vulgaris, Pound (mass), Sea salt, Seasoning, Turkey, Velveeta
Today’s Menu: Velveeta/Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets w/ Whole Grain Bread
With Dad in rehab and Mom staying there the biggest part of the day I’ve been taking over all the daily house work, still looking for an 
easier way to vacuum while in a wheelchair! I’ve scanned the net but nothing out there. As hey say you gotta do what you have to do! Anyway for dinner I prepared Velveeta/Kraft Cheesy Skillets Dinner Chili Cheese Mac, using Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey and added 1 can of Joan of Arc Light Red Kidney Beans. This is has become one of my favorite comfort foods. 1 pan so easy clean up, has, cheese, pasta, and for a meat it has ground turkey, and you can add a can of kidney beans to make it that much heartier!
As in all the Chessy Skillet Dinners the kit includes: Pasta, Velveeta Cheese Sauce, and Seasoning pack. All I had to do was add the 2 cups of water and 1 lb. of Ground Turkey, and 1 can of Joan of Arc Light Red Kidney Beans. I used Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey. Using the Extra Lean Ground Turkey instead of the Ground Beef you can lower the calorie count by anywhere from 60 – 80 calories! As I browned the Turkey I added Sea Salt, Pepper, and Ground Smoked Cumin for seasoning. It’s ready in about 10 minutes. I then add 2 cups of water, the seasoning and pasta. Simmer for 10 – 12 minutes and add the Velveeta Cheese and your ready for dinner. I’ll leave the instructions at the end of the post. It’s 380 calories and 28 carbs but you can lower the calorie count by using the Ground Turkey as stated above. The Ultimate Cheeseburger Dinner is very good but i think this is my new favorite. I really like the Chili Seasoning! Another one pan quick, easy, and delicious Velveeta/Kraft Dinner! I also had a couple of slices of Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bread. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Chocolate Swirl Frozen Yogurt.
Velveeta/Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets
Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets features creamy cheese sauce with pasta and premium seasonings. Make your family smile with ooey gooey Velveeta Cheesy Skillets.
Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets:
Made with real cheddar cheese
Just add ground beef
Makes about 5 servings
Ready in about 20 minutes
Velveeta Cheesy Skillets Chili Cheese Mac
Ingredients:
* 1 LB. Ground Beef or Ground Turkey (Extra Lean)
* Sea Salt, Pepper, Cilantro, Ground Smoked Cumin to taste; Optional
* 2 Cups Water
* 1 Velveeta Cheesy Skillets Dinner Kit/Chili Cheese Mac
Instructions:
* Brown and season 1 LB. Ground Turkey in large skillet. Drain
* Add 2 cups water, seasoning and pasta. Bring to a boil. Reduce Heat.
* Cover, Simmer and stir often until most of water is gone about 11-13 minutes. Remove from heat.
* Add Cheese from Velveeta Cheese Pouch. Stir in Cheese Sauce and serve
Nutrition Facts
Velveeta – Cheesy Skillets- Chili Cheese Mac W/ 90% Lean Beef
Calories 380
Total Fat 16 g
Saturated 6 g
Polyunsaturated 0 g
Monounsaturated 0 g
Trans 1 g Protein 27 g
Cholesterol 75 mg
Sodium 830 mg
Potassium 0 mg
Total Carbs 28 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Sugars 5 g
Old El Paso Stand ‘n Stuff Soft Flour Tortillas w/ Ground Turkey and all the Fix’ins
April 19, 2013 at 4:42 PM | Posted in beans, ground turkey, Honeysuckle White Turkey Products, Old El Paso Products | Leave a commentTags: Canola, Dietary fiber, Old El Paso, Saturated fat, Sea salt, Taco Bell, Tortilla, Trans fat
Today’s Menu: Old El Paso Stand ‘n Stuff Soft Flour Tortillas w/ Ground Turkey and all the Fix’ins
With this weather the way it is around here It’s no wonder so many people have the flu! Yesterday we had to turn the air conditioner on
in the late afternoon because it was in the 80′s and a bit humid. Today a cold wind and 34 degrees, and had to turn the heat on! Amazing! For dinner I prepared my favorite Tortilla, the Old El Paso Stand ‘n Stuff Soft Flour Tortillas. I see them now more often in stores, so there a whole lot easier to find now. Love these things, their only 160 calories and 24 carbs for 2 Soft Shells, more than enough for 1 person by the time you load it up. So for dinner tonight it was Old El Paso Stand ‘n Stuff Soft Flour Tortillas w/ Ground Turkey and all the Fix’ins!
I filled mine with Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey – 99/1. I pan fried it in Canola Oil and seasoned it with Ground Cumin, Sea Salt, Cilantro Flakes, and a 1/2 packet of Old El Paso Taco Seasoning. Then for the fillers I added Green Giant Steam Crisp Super Sweet Yellow and White Corn, Sliced Black Olives, Bush’s Low Sodium Dark Red Kidney Beans, Lettuce, Kraft Mexican Taco Shredded Cheese, and Taco Bell Creamy Chipotle Sauce. If you’ve never tried the Taco Bell Creamy Chipotle Sauce it’s another you have to try. It’s got a nice creamy thick sauce with just the right amount of Chipotle heat! For dessert/snack later a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Jolly Time Pop Corn.
Old El Paso Stand ‘n Stuff Soft Flour Tortillas
Nutrition Facts
Old El Paso – Stand ‘n Stuff Soft Flour Tortillas
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 tortillas (49.5 g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160Calories from Fat 41
Total Fat 4.5g7%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Trans Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 370mg15%
Total Carbohydrates 24
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 4.0g
http://www.generalmills.com/Home/Brands/Meals/Old_El_Paso/Brand%20Product%20List%20Pa
Baked Spaghetti w/ Baked Garlic Knot Rolls
April 13, 2013 at 5:38 PM | Posted in ground turkey, Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Pasta, spaghetti | Leave a commentTags: Baking, Beef mince, Bread Crumbs, cook, Cottage Cheese, Dinner, Ronzoni Healthy Harvest, Sour cream, Turkey, Weight Watchers
Today’s Menu: Baked Spaghetti w/ Baked Garlic Knot Rolls
Woke up early this morning and had to turn the heat on, down to 35 degrees! Turned out to be a sunny but cool Spring day. Our grass cutter came around today and cut the grass for the first time this year. Back into the mid 60s Sunday. For dinner tonight a new comfort food; Baked Spaghetti w/ Baked Garlic Knot Bread. First time I tried this and everyone loved it! Plus I lowered the calories and carbs by using reduced and low fat ingredients.
Like most recipes it’s amazing the calories you can cut just by using reduced, low fat, and fat free ingredients. Instead of Ground Beef I 
used Honeysuckle White Extra Lean Ground Turkey which is a 101 calorie difference, and that’s just one item! I also used Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Whole Grain Spaghetti, Philly Cream Cheese 1/3 Less Fat, Daisy Reduced Sour Cream, and Daisy 2% Cottage Cheese. I also added a few shakes of Frank’s Hot Sauce that I added to the Turkey as it was cooking. All simple replacements that can add up on reducing calories and carbs. The original, from Taste of home, recipe serves 12, I cut in half to serve 6.
To prepare it in a large skillet, cook the Ground Turkey and Onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, mushrooms, garlic powder and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package directions; drain. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream and chives; beat well. Place half of spaghetti in a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Spoon cream cheese mixture evenly over top. Layer with remaining spaghetti and all of the Turkey mixture. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer until heated through. The bread crumbs provide a nice crunchy topping and the taste is delicious! Another keeper recipe! I left the website link original recipe from Taste of Home at the end of the post. I served with Walmart Bakery Garlic Knot Rolls that I baked. For dessert later a Weight Watchers Vanilla and Chocolate Swirl Ice Cream Cone.
Baked Spaghetti
Fresh from the oven!
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
2 cans (one 15 ounces, one 8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 packages (7 ounces each) uncooked spaghetti
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups (16 ounces) 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced chives
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
Directions
*In a large skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat
is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, mushrooms, garlic
powder and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered,
for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
*Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package directions; drain.
In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour
cream and chives; beat well. Place half of spaghetti in a greased
4-qt. baking dish. Spoon cream cheese mixture evenly over top. Layer with remaining spaghetti and all of the beef mixture.
*Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer until heated through.
Yield: 12 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 378 calories, 20 g fat (10 g saturated fat), 87 mg cholesterol, 586 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 25 g protein.
Teriyaki Pineapple Turkey Burgers w/ Baked Crinkle Fries
March 29, 2013 at 5:25 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, ground turkey, Ore - Ida, pineapples | Leave a commentTags: Cheddar, Dole Food Company, Kikkoman, Monterey Jack, Ore-Ida, Pineapple, Teriyaki, Turkey
Today’s Menu: Teriyaki Pineapple Turkey Burgers w/ Baked Crinkle Fries
It was a beautiful day out today, sunny and in the mid 50′s. 60 tomorrow but rain and snow flurries possible Monday. So today I had somebody clean all our gutters out, which were full of leaves. Got the car washed and cleaned on the inside also. Long Spring cleaning list if it ever warms up! For dinner a Teriyaki Pineapple Turkey Burger w/ Baked Crinkle Fries.
To make the burger you’ll need; Kikkoman Less Sodium Teriyaki Marinade and Sauce, Dole Pineapple slices and juice, Honeysuckle White Extra Lean Ground Turkey (99/1), fresh Ginger (grated), and Panko Bread Crumbs. the original recipe made 4 burgers I broke the recipe down to make 2, 1 for lunch tomorrow. When frying the burger keep a close eye on it because it start to burn due to the Teriyaki Sauce.
To prepare it just stir together Kikkoman Teriyaki Base & Glaze and reserved pineapple juice in a small bowl. Remove 2 tablespoons sauce for burgers. Mix together turkey, ginger, Kikkoman Panko Bread Crumbs and 1 teaspoon Teriyaki mixture and shape into a pattie. I then pan fried it in Extra Virgin Olive Oil about 4 1/2 minutes per side brushing it with the remaining Teriyaki mixture. Placed the pineapple slice in the pan and cooked until lightly golden brown. Served the burger on a Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bun with, Light Mayonnaise and Pineapple. This makes one fine and juicy burger! The Teriyaki Sauce is perfect with the Turkey and Pineapple and the Mayo just adds to the flavor. I left the original recipe at the bottom of the post, makes 4 Turkey Burgers.
For a side I baked some Ore Ida Crinkle Cut Fries, served with a side of Hunt’s Ketchup. Then for dessert later a slice of Pillsbury Nut Quick Bread topped with a Pineapple slice (Leftover from dinner).
Teriyaki Pineapple Turkey Burgers
Ingredients (Makes 4 servings)
1/4 cup Kikkoman Teriyaki Baste & Glaze, divided
1 can (8oz.) pineapple slices, drained, reserve 1/4 cup juice
1 pound ground turkey or chicken
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/4 cup Kikkoman Panko Bread Crumbs
4 whole grain hamburger buns
4 slices Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
Stir together Kikkoman Teriyaki Base & Glaze and reserved pineapple juice in a small bowl. Remove 2 tablespoons sauce for burgers.
Mix together turkey, ginger, Kikkoman Panko Bread Crumbs and 2 tablespoons Teriyaki mixture. Shape into 4 patties.
Grill patties, brushing with remaining Teriyaki mixture until desired doneness. Place pineapple slices on grill and cook until lightly golden brown.
Serve burger on buns with cheese and pineapple.
http://www.kikkomanusa.com/homecooks/recipes/recipedetail.php?rd=12989#.UVXplRzOk20
Velveeta/Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets w/…
March 23, 2013 at 6:24 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, Bella Vita low Carb Pasta Sauce, ground turkey, pasta, Velveeta/Kraft Dinners | 1 CommentTags: Add-2, Beef mince, Ground Turkey, Pasta, Sea salt, Seasoning, Turkey, Velveeta
Today’s Menu: Velveeta/Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets w/ Whole Grain Bread
Come on warm Spring time weather! Beautiful sunny but cool day out today but as usual starting tomorrow and going through part of Monday SNOW! How much, I’ve heard anywhere from 3″ to 8″ inches. Come on Mother Nature show us a little love! Anyway for dinner I prepared Velveeta/Kraft Cheesy Skillets Dinner Chili Cheese Mac, using Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey and added 1 can of Joan of Arc Light Red Kidney Beans.
As in all the Chessy Skillet Dinners the kit includes: Pasta, Velveeta Cheese Sauce, and Seasoning pack. All I had to do was add the 2 cups of water and 1 lb. of Ground Turkey, and 1 can of Joan of Arc Light Red Kidney Beans. I used Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey. Using the Extra Lean Ground Turkey instead of the Ground Beef you can lower the calorie count by anywhere from 60 – 80 calories! As I browned the Turkey I added Sea Salt, Pepper, and Ground Smoked Cumin for seasoning. It’s ready in about 10 minutes. I then add 2 cups of water, the seasoning and pasta. Simmer for 10 – 12 minutes and add the Velveeta Cheese and your ready for dinner. I’ll leave the instructions at the end of the post. It’s 380 calories and 28 carbs but you can lower the calorie count by using the Ground Turkey as stated above. The Ultimate Cheeseburger Dinner is very good but i think this is my new favorite. I really like the Chili Seasoning! Another one pan quick, easy, and delicious Velveeta/Kraft Dinner! I also had a couple of slices of Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bread. For dessert/snack later a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Jolly Time Pop Corn…. and to all a good night!
Velveeta/Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets
Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets features creamy cheese sauce with pasta and premium seasonings. Make your family smile with ooey gooey Velveeta Cheesy Skillets.
Kraft Dinners Chili Cheese Mac Velveeta Cheesy Skillets:
Made with real cheddar cheese
Just add ground beef
Makes about 5 servings
Ready in about 20 minutes
Velveeta Cheesy Skillets Chili Cheese Mac
Ingredients:
* 1 LB. Ground Beef or Ground Turkey (Extra Lean)
* Sea Salt, Pepper, Cilantro, Ground Smoked Cumin to taste; Optional
* 2 Cups Water
* 1 Velveeta Cheesy Skillets Dinner Kit/Chili Cheese Mac
Instructions:
* Brown and season 1 LB. Ground Turkey in large skillet. Drain
* Add 2 cups water, seasoning and pasta. Bring to a boil. Reduce Heat.
* Cover, Simmer and stir often until most of water is gone about 11-13 minutes. Remove from heat.
* Add Cheese from Velveeta Cheese Pouch. Stir in Cheese Sauce and serve
Nutrition Facts
Velveeta – Cheesy Skillets- Chili Cheese Mac W/ 90% Lean Beef
Calories 380
Total Fat 16 g
Saturated 6 g
Polyunsaturated 0 g
Monounsaturated 0 g
Trans 1 g Protein 27 g
Cholesterol 75 mg
Sodium 830 mg
Potassium 0 mg
Total Carbs 28 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Sugars 5 g
Lasagna w/ Baked Garlic Knot Bread
March 15, 2013 at 5:07 PM | Posted in ground turkey, pasta, Progresso | 1 CommentTags: Beef mince, Gouda, Lasagna, Measuring cup, Mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Ricotta Sauce Mix, Serving size
Today’s Menu: Lasagna w/ Baked Garlic Knot Bread
This has become one of my favorite dinners , Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna! It’s very easy to make as the dinner kit contains the Lasagna Pasta, Tomato Herb sauce, Ricotta Sauce Mix, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. I added 1 lb. Jennie – O Lean Ground Turkey, 1 Cup water, 2/3 Cup 2% Milk, 1 (8 oz.) Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (2 Cups), 1 cup Shredded dutch Gouda, and I also added a bit more seasoning (McCormick Grinder Italian Herb). I combined the Mozzarella and Goda Cheese. Gouda is such a great tasting Cheese and is a perfect melting Cheese. Basically you just layer your ingredients in a 8″ square baking dish and cover and bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes and bake an additional 10 minutes uncovered. The product description along with full instructions are at the bottom of the post.
Prepared by the instructions it was 390 calories but I cut that and the calorie and carb count down by using Honeysuckle White Extra Lean Ground Turkey instead of Beef and Sargento Reduced Fat 2% Mozzarella Cheese. The Lasagna came out delicious every time! Everyone really loves this. The flavor as always is excellent. The Sauce is thick and well seasoned and the same for the pasta, perfect, plus plenty leftovers to freeze for later. I had a side of Walmart Bakery Garlic Knot Bread. Just heat on 425 degrees for about 6 – 8 minutes and serve.
Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna
Directions
Ready to bake in about 20 minutes. You Will Need: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 cup water; 2/3 cup milk; 1 bag (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups); nonstick cooking spray and foil. Sauce: Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Brown beef in 10-inch skillet, breaking up beef into small pieces; drain. Stir Tomato Herb Sauce and water into beef; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, mix Ricotta Sauce Mix and milk in liquid measuring cup or small bowl, using whisk or fork. Layer: Spray 8-inch square glass baking dish with cooking spray. Layer lasagna: Spread about 2/3 cup beef sauce in dish. Layer with 2 uncooked Pasta sheets (side by side), 2/3 cup beef sauce (cover Pasta with sauce), 1/4 cup ricotta sauce and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Repeat layers twice, starting with Pasta. Add remaining Pasta, beef sauce and mozzarella. Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese. Kitchen Tip: Substitute 1/4 cup dry red wine for 1/4 cup of the water.
Progresso Kitchen Favorites Classic Lasagna
Product Details
Add beef & cheese! Quality Foods. Quality ingredients included. Lasagna pasta; tomato herb sauce; ricotta sauce mix; grated parmesan cheese. Exchanges: 2 starch, 3-1/2 medium fat meat. Carbohydrate Choices: 2. Made with quality ingredients. Progresso Kitchen Favorites dinners combine high quality ingredients to create delicious meals that become family favorites!
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 0.167 pkg
Servings per container: 6
Before Preparation
Nutrient Qty %DV
Calories 390 – Prepared
Calories from Fat 10
Total Fat 1 g 2%
Cholesterol -5 mg 1%
Sodium 510 mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 23 g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2 g 8%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 4 g
Vitamin A 6%
Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 6%
Iron 4%
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