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Chili Dogs!

May 19, 2013 at 5:01 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, Ball Park Smoked Turkey Franks, turkey chili, turkey hotdogs | Leave a comment
Tags: Aunt Millie, Beef mince, Chili, cook, Dietary fiber, Dietary Reference Intake, Fat, Home, Hormel, Nutrition facts label, Saturated fat, Serving size, Soups and Stews, Trans fat, Turkey

Today’s Menu: Chili Dogs!

We are already getting some humid weather, not bad just enough to make it a little uncomfortable. On top of that I’m battling my Spring sinus problems. Happens every Spring and Winter like clockwork! Passes in about a week after the sinuses adjust. Because of that I really didn’t feel like putting a lot of effort into dinner so I made simple preparing a couple of Chili Dogs.

I used Ball Park White Smoked Turkey Franks that boiled. Just boiled in hot water for about 5 minutes and their done. Served them on Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Buns. I topped them with Hormel Turkey With Beans. Comes in a can just heat it up in a small sauce pan and it’s ready. I also topped them with a bit of French’s Yellow Mustard and Kraft 2% Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese. For dessert later a Jello sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding topped with Cool Whip Free Topping.

Ball Park Bun Size Smoked White Turkey Franks Dial up the lean while you dial in the flavor.

Ball Park Turkey Franks are so packed full of classic Ball Park satisfaction, don’t be surprised if he thinks he’s eating an original Ball Park.

Nutrition Facts Serving Size 50 G

Servings Per Container 8

Amount Per Serving Calories 45 Calories from Fat 0 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0 G 0 Saturated Fat 0 G 0 Trans Fat 0 G Cholesterol 10 Mg 3 Sodium 490 Mg 20 Potassium 3780 Mg 11 Total Carbohydrate 5 G 2 Dietary Fiber 0 G 0 Sugars 1 G Protein 6 G

http://ballparkbrand.com/#!/products/turkey

Hormel Turkey Chili with Beans Hormel Chili, Turkey with Beans, 99% Fat Free Always easy and always delicious, Hormel® chili is made with carefully selected beef, red beans, tomatoes and a special combination of spices. Our choice ingredients are blended and simmered, resulting in a rich and hearty flavor—perfect for dips, baked potatoes, hamburgers, casseroles, nachos, hot dogs, French fries and so much more. Hormel® chili now comes in 10 varieties and sizes, including a less sodium variety. Whether you serve it in a bowl, on a hot dog, or as a topping for fries and nachos, choose the chili craved by chili lovers—Hormel® chili.

NUTRITION FACTS Serving size 1 cup

Value My Daily Value Calories 210 cal Total Fat 3 g Saturated Fat 1 g Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 45 mg Sodium 1200 mg Total Carbohydrate 28 g Dietary Fiber 6 g Sugars 6 g Protein 17 g

http://www.hormelfoods.com/Brands/BrandWall/Hormel-chili

Healthy Pasta Recipes for People with Diabetes

May 18, 2013 at 8:41 AM | Posted in diabetes, Diabetic Living On Line, pasta, Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Pasta | Leave a comment
Tags: cook, Dinner, Food, Home, Pasta, Pasta Recipe, Recipe, Turkey

The weekly Diabetic Living On Line article is all about Healthy Pasta Recipes for People with Diabetes, Check’em out! I left the link at the bottom of the post.

Healthy Pasta Recipes for People with Diabetes
Yes, people with diabetes can eat pasta! From lasagna to linguine, our tasty pasta recipes will fill you up without weighing you down with extra carbs or calories. Enjoy a yummy, diabetic pasta dinner tonight!

Scallop and Asparagus Alfredo
Even when coated with a classic-style Alfredo sauce, this pasta recipe has a fraction of the calories and fat found in most restaurant sauces, yet it keeps the creamy satisfaction you love and expect…..
Veggies, Turkey & Pasta
This slow-cooked pasta topper makes dinner easy. Throw the low-fat turkey tenderloin and veggies into the slow cooker for the day, and make the pasta you prefer. When you’re ready for dinner, combine and enjoy…….

* Click the link below to get these and all the other recipes

http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/main-dishes/pasta-recipes/?page=1

Grilled Brats, Italian Turkey Sausages, Hot Dogs and Pork Sandwich Patties, Oh My!

May 7, 2013 at 5:15 PM | Posted in Ball Park Smoked Turkey Franks, Bob Evan's, grilling, Honeysuckle White Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: Aunt Millie, Franks, Grilling, Hot dog, Italian sausage, Sausage, Turkey

Today’s Menu: Grilled Brats, Italian Turkey Sausages, Hot Dogs and Pork Sandwich Patties

Well my Dad’s getting much stronger, he’s able to walk without a walker now. Spent the afternoon at the rehab center with him. After getting home I fired up the grill and gathered everything left in the fridge from the other days grill out; Grilled Brats, Italian Turkey Sausages, Hot Dogs and Pork Sandwich Patties. i thought I would grill everything left and I would have my lunch for the next few days also.

I used Queen City Brats, Honeysuckle White Italian Turkey Sausages, Ball Park White Turkey Franks, and Bob Evans Pork Sausage Patties. For my dinner I had an Italian Turkey Sausage and a Pork Sausage Pattie. I served them on Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Buns. Topped the Italian Turkey Sausage with French’s Spicy Brown Mustard and the Pork Pattie with a slice of Sargento Ultra Thin Cheddar/Jack Cheese and an Ice Cold Peach Diet Snapple to drink. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Vanilla Bean Frozen Yogurt.

Grilled Bratts, Turkey Franks, Italian Turkey Sausage, and Pork Patties

May 3, 2013 at 4:55 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, Bob Evan's, grilling, Healthy Life Whole Grain Breads, Honeysuckle White Turkey Products, Hot Dogs | Leave a comment
Tags: Food, Franks, Home, Jennie-O, Meat, Sausage, Turkey, Turkey Franks

Today’s Menu: Grilled Bratts, Turkey Franks, Italian Turkey Sausage, and Pork Patties

Another beautiful sunny day outside again! I fired the grill up for myself and some friends who were in town. I grilled up some Bratts, Turkey Franks, Italian Turkey Sausage, and Pork Patties.

I used Queen City brand Bratts, Ball Park Turkey Franks, Honeysuckle White Italian Turkey Sausage, and Bob Evans Original Pork Sandwich Patties. I made a side of Tossed salad and also had Ruffles Light Potato Chips. Love these Chips only 80 calories and 17 carbs per serving! I made some Chip Dip using Daisy Reduced Fat Sour Cream and Hidden Valley Ranch Dip Mix. For dessert later tonight for myself, Jello Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Pudding. Well I’m off to catch up with some old friends. Have a great weekend!

Taco Night! Turkey Tacos!

April 30, 2013 at 5:21 PM | Posted in ground turkey, Old El Paso Products, Sargento's Cheese, tacos | 2 Comments
Tags: 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.

May 2-5, 2013 Wild Turkey Festival – McArthur, Ohio

April 30, 2013 at 8:38 AM | Posted in Festivals, Food | Leave a comment
Tags: Hunting, National Wild Turkey Federation, New Brunswick, Ohio, Saturday, Turkey, United States, Wild Turkey

Wild Turkey Festival

McArthur, Vinton County, Ohio

Streets of McArthur
May 2 – 5, 2013

Watch the downtown streets of McArthur come alive with food, music and fun for the whole family. Activities such as Great nightly entertainment on the sound stage, carnival rides and games, car show, quilt show, queen’s and baby contests. Grand parade will be Saturday, at 6:00p.m., followed by the crowning of the Wild Turkey Festival Queen. Festival hours: Thurs. 5pm-11pm, Fri. 11am-11pm, Sat. 11am-11pm and Sun. 12 noon-5pm. For information: call 740 596-9889 or 740 591-1118 Come join us for our 25+ year celebration!

Contact This Festival:

Vinton County Travel & Tourism at 67363 Infirmary Rd. McArthur, OH 45651
740-596-9889 or 740 591-1118
Email: scarletannegrey@yahoo.com
http://www.ofea.org/festivals-and-events/wild-turkey-festival.html

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 comment
Tags: 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

Subway 6″ Turkey Breast & Black Forest Ham Sub and Ruffles Light Chips

April 24, 2013 at 5:14 PM | Posted in Subway | Leave a comment
Tags: Black Forest, Calorie, Ruffle Light Chips, Sandwich, Subway, Subway Club, Turkey, Turkey Sub

Today’s Menu: The Kitchen is Closed – Subway 6″ Turkey Breast & Black Forest Ham Sub and Ruffles Light Chips

I was making a light Breakfast this morning around 6:30 and it was 64 degrees. At noon it was 40 degrees and by nightfall they say around 35 degrees with a frost warning for in the morning. A very odd Spring this year. I spent the afternoon at the hospital visiting my Dad who is getting a lot better but will have to spend some time in rehab to regain his strength. So after that I really didn’t want to cook so once again the kitchen was closed and it was Subway to the rescue! I had a 6″ Black Forest Ham and Turkey Sub on a 9 grain Wheat Bun w/ Black Olives, Lettuce while Mom had a Subway Club. The total calories for the sub is 320 calories and 44 carbs. I added Hellman’s Light Mayo and French’s Yellow mustard to the Sandwich when I got home. I also had a side of Ruffle’s Light Fat Free Potato Chips, 80 calories and 17 carbs per serving (15 Chips). For dessert/snack later tonight a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Jolly Time Pop Corn.

Blackened Turkey and Salami Mini Sub Hogie w/ Baked Fries

April 16, 2013 at 5:14 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, Boar's Head, Ore - Ida, Sargento's Cheese | Leave a comment
Tags: Aunt Millie, DV, Ore-Ida, Saturated fat, Serving size, Trans fat, Turkey, Weight Watchers

Today’s Menu: Blackened Turkey and Salami Mini Sub Hogie w/ Baked Fries

Another beautiful Spring Day out again. I think everyone is thankful that it’s finally arrived! Spent part of the day riding around on the 4 wheel mobility cart and down around the lake, its beautiful out. For dinner I wanted something light so I prepared a Blackened Turkey and Salami Mini Sub Hogie w/ Baked Fries.

I used an Aunt Millie’s Whole Grain Mini Sub Bun. Then for my toppings I used Boar’s Head Blackened Turkey, one of my new favorite Boar’s Head Meat Selections. It has a fantastic flavor with some nice heat. Along with the Turkey I also had Kroger Brand Private Selection Hard Salami and a slice of Sargento Ultra Thin Swiss Cheese. For a side I Baked some Ore Ida Crinkle Fries topped with a little Hunt’s Ketchup. For dessert later a bowl of Del Monte No Sugar Added Sliced Peaches.

Aunt Millie’s Whole Grain Mini Sub Buns
Aunt Millie’s brings specialty rolls and buns from the Deli to you. Your sandwich-making occasions can be special occasions, with Aunt Millie’s Deli. Enjoy!
Weight Watchers ® PointsPlus ® Value: 4*
*The PointsPlus ® value for this product was calculated by Aunt Millie’s and is provided for informational purposes only. This is not an endorsement, sponsorship or approval of this product or its manufacturer by Weight Watchers International, Inc., the owner of the Weight Watchers ® and PointsPlus ® trademarks.
Nutrition
Facts
Serving size 1 Bun (66g)
Servings per Container 8

Calories 170
Calories from fat 20
Amount/Serving %DV*
Total Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 210mg 9%
Potassium 105mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 11%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 3g
Protein 6g

http://www.auntmillies.com/products/ProductView.aspx?prod=5157&cat=Deli

Roasted Boneless Skinless Turkey Breast w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and…

April 14, 2013 at 5:37 PM | Posted in Bob Evan's, diabetes, diabetes friendly, green tea, greenbeans, Jennie-O Turkey Products, low calorie, low carb | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking, Bob Evans, cook, Dinner, FOOL PROOF, Green Bean, Home, Jennie-O, Mashed potato, Onion, Turkey

Today’s Menu: Roasted Boneless Skinless Turkey Breast w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Garlic Knot Rolls

With Mom and Dad both still under the weather I wanted to fix them a hot and hearty dinner. I went to Meijer early this morning and purchased a Jennie – O Oven Ready Boneless Skinless Turkey Breast. They both love Turkey so I knew they would enjoy this meal. I prepared; a Roasted Boneless Skinless Turkey Breast w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Garlic Knot Rolls.

I love using the Jennie – O Oven Ready Boneless Skinless Turkey Breast. It’s an easy and delicious way to get your Turkey on! Comes in an Oven Ready Bag that you bake at 375 degrees for about 2 to 3 hour until it reads 170 degrees. It also now has a pop up inserted in the breast that pops up when done. The Turkey came out juicy and delicious, excellent flavor!

To go with the Turkey Breast I prepared a side of Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes. My favorite Mashed Potatoes over any other or homemade. Just heat for a total of 6 minutes in the microwave and their ready! I also heated up a can of Del Monte Green Beans along with baking some Walmart Marketside Garlic Knot Rolls. For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding.

Jennie – O OVEN READY™ Boneless Skinless Turkey Breast

Get all the great benefits of Oven Ready™ in a smaller-sized boneless and skinless turkey breast; this delicious home-cooked turkey breast is the perfect dinner to serve year-round.Goes directly from your freezer to your oven with no thawing.

Product Features:
Gluten Free
The Biggest Loser® product
Preseasoned
Comes sealed in our Fool-Proof® cooking bag
With Gravy Packet (contains gluten)

Cooking Instructions:

OVEN COOKING METHOD:
Preheat oven to 375 °F.
Remove frozen turkey from white outer package.
Do not remove turkey from FOOL PROOF. cooking bag.
Place in a roasting pan with at least 2″ high sides.
Note – Do not increase oven temperature, cooking bag may melt at higher temperatures.
Cut three 1/2 inch slits in top of FOOL PROOF. cooking bag.
Place pan in oven, allowing room for bag to expand without touching the oven racks or walls.
Roast the turkey until a meat thermometer reaches 170°F.
Note – Meat temperature increases rapidly during last hour of cooking.
Let turkey rest 10 minutes, cut open top of oven bag.
Watch out for hot steam and juices.
Heat gravy as directed on pouch.

APPROXIMATE OVEN ROASTING TIMES IN 375°F. OVEN TEMPERATURE:
2 – 3 lbs 2-1/2 to 3 hours.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size 112 g Total Carbohydrates 1 g
Calories 100 Dietary Fiber 0 g
Calories From Fat 10 Sugars 1 g
Total Fat 1.0 g Protein 23 g
Saturated Fat .0 g Vitamin A 0%
Trans Fat .0 g Vitamin C 0%
Cholesterol 40 mg Iron 2%
Sodium 460 mg Calcium 0%
Our products are labeled in compliance with government regulations. It is always necessary to read the labels on the products to determine if the food product meets your required needs regardless of how the product is represented on this site.

http://www.jennieo.com/products/113-OVEN-READY%E2%84%A2-Boneless-Skinless-Turkey-Breast