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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – DATE-NUT BARS

March 28, 2024 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Cooking, DATE-NUT BARS, Dates, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, Food, Prunes, Raisins, recipes, Spices

This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is DATE-NUT BARS. Made using Pitted and Chopped Dates, Pitted and Chopped Prunes, Dark Raisins, Butter, Eggs, Spices, Nuts, and Equal Sugar Substitute. The Bars are 104 calories per serving. So you can find this Diabetic Friendly recipe and more all at the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. You can also sign up to receive wonderful recipes, engaging articles, helpful and healthful tips, critically important news and more. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2024! https://diabeticgourmet.com/

DATE-NUT BARS
An easy to make saucepan bar cookie. Recipe for Date-Nut Bars from our recipe section.

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups water
1 cup pitted chopped dates
3/4 cup pitted chopped prunes
1/2 cup dark raisins
6 tablespoons stick butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated*
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped nuts
* May substitute 24 packets Equal sweetener

Directions

1 – Combine water, dates, prunes and raisins in medium saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until fruit is tender and water is absorbed, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
2 – Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted. Cool mixture to room temperature.
3 – Beat eggs and vanilla into fruit mixture. Mix in combined flour, Equal, baking soda, spices and salt. Spread batter in sprayed 8-inch square baking pan. Sprinkle with nuts.
4 – Bake in preheated 350F oven 30 to 35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in airtight containers at room temperature.
NOTES:
An easy to make saucepan bar cookie.
Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 servings

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 101
Fat: 4 grams
Sodium: 84 milligrams
Cholesterol: 25 milligrams
Protein: 2 grams
Carbohydrates: 15 grams
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Appetizer of the Week – TOMATO, CHIVE AND MANGO SALSA

October 28, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, Chives, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetic Gourmet, Food, Ground Black Pepper, Lemon juice, Lemon Zest, Mango, Oregano Leaves, recipes, salsa, Sea salt, TOMATO CHIVE AND MANGO SALSA, Tomatoes

This week’s Appetizer of the Week is a TOMATO, CHIVE AND MANGO SALSA to pass along. To make this recipe you’ll be needing Mango, Tomatoes, Chives, Lemon Juice, Lemon Zest, Oregano Leaves, Sea Salt, and Ground Black Pepper. There’s 31 calories and 7 carbs per serving. So you can find this Diabetic Friendly recipe and more all at the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. You can also sign up to receive wonderful recipes, engaging articles, helpful and healthful tips, critically important news and more. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://diabeticgourmet.com/

TOMATO, CHIVE AND MANGO SALSA
Recipe for Tomato, Chive and Mango Salsa from our Fruit recipe section.

Ingredients

1 cup fresh mango, diced
1-1/2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1 – Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir.
2 – Serve or cover and refrigerate until needed.

Recipe Yield: Yield: 3 servings.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 31
Sodium: 121 milligrams
Protein: 1 grams
Carbohydrates: 7 grams
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Diabetic Desert of the Week – Easy Oat Chocolate Chips Cookies Recipe

October 5, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: All-Purpose Flour, baking, Baking Soda, Brown Sugar, Cookies, Cooking, Desert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Desert of the Week, Easy Oat Chocolate Chips Cookies Recipe, Egg, Food, Margarine, Quick Cooking Rolled Oats, recipes, Salt, semisweet chocolate chips, Vanilla, Vegetable Cooking Spray

This week’s Diabetic Desert of the Week is Easy Oat Chocolate Chips Cookies Recipe. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Margarine, Brown Sugar, Egg, Vanilla, All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Quick Cooking Rolled Oats, Semisweet Chocolate Chips, and Vegetable Cooking Spray. The Cookies are 101 calories and 13 net carbs per serving (2 cookies).The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Easy Oat Chocolate Chips Cookies Recipe
These classic oatmeal chocolate chip cookies have just 14 grams of carbohydrate per serving!

Ingredients
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 10 minutes per pan

1/3 cup margarine, softened
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 egg
3 teaspoons vanilla
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Vegetable cooking spray

Directions
Yield: about 3 dozen
Serving size: 2 cookies

1 – Preheat oven to 375°F. Beat margarine at medium speed with an electric mixer until light and fluffy; gradually add brown sugar and beat well. Add egg and vanilla, beating well. Combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add flour mixture to margarine mixture, mixing well. Stir in oats and chocolate chips. Coat cookie sheets with cooking spray. Using two teaspoons, drop dough onto cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Portion the dough so that you make about 3 dozen cookies. Bake 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 101 calories, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 120 mg, Fiber: 1 g
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Fall Fruit Compote

October 5, 2023 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Allspice, Apples, Bananas, Cinnamon, Cooking, Dark Raisins, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Dried Pears, Fall Fruit Compote, Food, Nutmeg, Orange juice, Orange Zest, Pears, recipes, Seedless Grapes

Here’s a recipe for a Fall Fruit Compote. Nothing but good things in this recipe! To make the dish you’ll be needing; Pears, Apples, Seedless Grapes, Bananas, Dark Raisins, Orange Zest, Dried Pears, Cinnamon, Allspice, Nutmeg, and Orange Juice. Starting the Fall Season off right! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Fall Fruit Compote
Ring in the arrival of autumn with this delightful dessert!

Ingredients
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20–25 minutes.

2 ripe pears, cut in small chunks, unpeeled
2 apples, cored and cut in small chunks, unpeeled
1 cup seedless grapes
1 medium-size ripe banana, sliced
1/2 cup dark raisins
1/4 cup golden raisins
3 dried pear halves, chopped
Grated zest from skin of 1 orange
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 cup orange juice

Directions
Yield: about 6 cups
Serving size: 1/2 cup

1 – Combine all ingredients in a large pot and stir. Simmer over low heat 20 to 25 minutes or until fruit is tender. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 102 calories, Carbohydrates: 26 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: <1 g, Sodium: 2 g, Fiber: 3 g
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Diabetic Dish of the Week – Creamy Baked Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms

October 3, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Artichokes, baking, chicken breasts, Cooking, Creamy Baked Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms, Cremini mushrooms, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Food, recipes, Spices, Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Creamy Baked Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms. To make this delicious and healthy dish you’ll need; Skinless Chicken Breasts, Spices, Artichokes, and Cremini Mushrooms. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Creamy Baked Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms
This meal is hearty and flavorful, highlighted by seasonal veggies and perfectly balanced seasoning. Serve with steamed asparagus, broccoli, or green beans to add more color and nutrients.

Ingredients
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 ounces each)
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 can (14 ounces) artichokes packed in water, drained
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (8 ounces) sliced cremini mushrooms
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half

Directions
Yield: 6 servings
1 – Preheat oven to 375°F.
2 – Place chicken in 13X9-inch baking dish. Combine paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper in small bowl; mix well. Reserve 1 teaspoon seasoning mixture; set aside. Sprinkle remaining seasoning mixture evenly over chicken. Cut artichokes in half; arrange around chicken.
3 – Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add mushrooms and reserved 1 teaspoon seasoning mixture; cook and stir 5 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in broth; simmer 3 minutes or until thickened. Stir in half-and-half; cook 1 minute. Pour evenly over chicken and artichokes.
4 – Bake 30 minutes or until no longer pink.

Serving Suggestion: Serve with a steamed green vegetable such as asparagus, broccoli, or green beans.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 220 calories, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 29 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 79 mg, Sodium: 425 mg, Fiber: 7 g
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Chilled Bow Tie Pasta Salad

October 3, 2023 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, pasta | 1 Comment
Tags: Bow Tie Pasta, Broccoli Florets, Chilled Bow Tie Pasta Salad, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Feta Cheese, Food, mushrooms, recipes, Side Dishes, Snow Peas, Sun Dried Tomatoes

Here’s a recipe for Chilled Bow Tie Pasta Salad. To make this recipe you’ll be using Sun Dried Tomatoes, Bow Tie Pasta, Mushrooms, Snow Peas, Broccoli Florets, and Feta Cheese. Also included is a recipe for the Dressing. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Chilled Bow Tie Pasta Salad
Jam-packed with veggies and perfectly seasoned with a homemade dressing, picnic fare doesn’t get any better than this! Eat as an appetizer or light lunch or, if desired, add grilled chicken strips for a filling main dish.

Ingredients
Preparation time: 50 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours

1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
1 pound bow tie pasta, cooked
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 cups snow peas
2 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup crumbled Feta cheese

Dressing:
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 green onions, finely sliced
2 teaspoons (or 2 cloves) minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon dill weed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Garnish:
1/4 cup shredded fresh Parmesan cheese

Directions
Yield: 16 cups
Serving size: 1 cup

1 – Rehydrate sun-dried tomatoes according to package directions, then chop tomatoes and place them in a large salad bowl. Add cooked pasta and sliced mushrooms; set aside. Fill a large saucepan half full with water and bring to a boil. Add snow peas and broccoli; boil 1 minute. Remove snow peas and broccoli with a slotted spoon and add to the pasta mixture. Sprinkle Feta cheese over pasta mixture; toss well; set aside.

2 – Combine dressing ingredients in a jar, cover tightly, and shake well. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Chill at least 2 hours to allow flavors to blend. Toss well and garnish with shredded Parmesan cheese.

Note: If desired, add grilled chicken strips for a filling main dish.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 194 calories, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 7 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Sodium: 251 mg, Fiber: 2 g
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Broccoli Italian Style

October 1, 2023 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Black pepper, Broccoli Italian Style, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Food, Fresh Broccoli, Italian Parsley, Lemon juice, Minced Garlic, recipes

This week’s Diabetic Side Dish of the Week is Broccoli Italian Style. This week’s recipe is made using Fresh Broccoli, Lemon Juice, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Minced Garlic, Italian Parsley, and Black Pepper. The Dish is 44 calories and 4 net carbs per serving. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Broccoli Italian Style
Combining broccoli with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, parsley, and a dash of black pepper, this simple dish has just 44 calories and 7 grams of carbohydrate per serving — and a Mediterranean flavor that can’t be beat!

Ingredients
1 1/4 pounds fresh broccoli
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
Dash black pepper

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1/4 of total recipe

1 – Trim broccoli, discarding tough stems. Cut broccoli into florets with 2-inch stems. Peel remaining stems; cut into 1/2-inch slices.

2 – Bring 1 quart water to a boil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add broccoli; return to a boil. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Drain; transfer to serving dish.

3 – Combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, parsley, and pepper in small bowl. Pour over broccoli; toss to coat. Cover and let stand 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to blend. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 44 calories, Carbohydrates: 7 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 29 mg, Fiber: 3 g
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Santa Fe Grilled Vegetable Salad

September 27, 2023 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Baby Eggplants, Bell Peppers, Cooking, Diabetic, Food, Grilling, Herbs, Onion, recipes, Santa Fe Grilled Vegetable Salad, Spices, Squash, Zucchini

Here’s a recipe for a Santa Fe Grilled Vegetable Salad. Some of the ingredients you’ll be needing are Baby Eggplants, Squash, Zucchini, Bell Peppers, Onion, Spices, Herbs, and more. One delicious sounding Salad! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Santa Fe Grilled Vegetable Salad
Who says barbecue foods can’t be healthy? Make the most of your next cookout with this salad, chock-full of veggies. A quick turn on the grill and splashes brings out their best flavors!

Ingredients
2 baby eggplants (about 6 ounces each), cut in half lengthwise
1 medium yellow summer squash, cut in half lengthwise
1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise
1 medium green bell pepper, quartered
1 medium red bell pepper, quartered
1 small onion, peeled and cut in half
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions
Yield: 8 servings
Serving size: 1 cup salad

1. Combine all ingredients except nonstick cooking spray and cilantro in large bowl; toss to coat.

2. Spray cold grid of grill with nonstick cooking spray. Prepare coals for direct grilling. Place vegetables on grill, 2 to 3 inches from hot coals; reserve marinade. Grill 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until tender and lightly charred; cool 10 minutes. (Or, place vegetables on rack of broiler pan coated with nonstick cooking spray; reserve marinade. Broil 2 to 3 inches from heat 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until tender; cool 10 minutes.)

3. Remove peel from eggplant, if desired. Slice vegetables into bite-size pieces; return to marinade. Stir in cilantro; toss to coat. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 63 calories, Carbohydrates: 11 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 1 mg, Sodium: 70 mg, Fiber: 1 g
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Diabetic Dish of the Week – Roasted Salmon with Strawberry-Orange Salsa

September 26, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | 2 Comments
Tags: baking, Cilantro, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Food, Fresh Ginger, orange, Poblano Pepper, recipes, Roasted Salmon with Strawberry-Orange Salsa, Roasting, Salmon Fillets, Spices, Strawberries

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Roasted Salmon with Strawberry-Orange Salsa. To make this week’s dish you’ll be needing Salmon Fillets, Spices, Orange, Strawberries, Poblano Pepper, Cilantro, and Fresh Ginger. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Roasted Salmon with Strawberry-Orange Salsa
The surprising combination of flavors in this lovely seafood dish delivers a fantastic spring meal that not only tastes delicious but is simple to prepare, leaving you more time to relax and enjoy a lovely night on the deck.

Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (about 1/4 pound each), skin removed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium orange
1 cup diced strawberries
1/4 cup finely chopped poblano pepper* or green bell pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Directions
Yield:
4 servings (1 piece salmon and 1/3 cup salsa)

Serving size:
3 ounces salmon (cooked weight) with 1/3 cup salsa

1 – Preheat oven to 400°F.

2 – Line baking sheet with foil; spray with nonstick cooking spray. Place salmon on prepared pan; sprinkle with cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until salmon begins to flake when tested with fork.

3 – Meanwhile, grate orange peel to measure 1/2 teaspoon; place in medium bowl. Peel and section orange; coarsely chop orange sections. Add orange sections, strawberries, pepper, cilantro, and ginger to bowl; mix well. Serve salmon with salsa.

*Poblano peppers can sting and irritate the skin, so wear rubber gloves when handling peppers and do not touch your eyes.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 241 calories, Carbohydrates: 8 g, Protein: 24 g, Fat: 12 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 66 mg, Sodium: 214 mg, Fiber: 2 g
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Fig Bars

September 26, 2023 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: All-Purpose Flour, baking, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Dried Figs, Fat Free Skim Milk, Fig Bars, Food, Granulated Sugar, Quick Oats, recipes, Reduced Fat Cream Cheese

Here’s a recipe for Fig Bars. To make this Recipe some of the ingredients that you’ll be needing are Dried Figs, Granulated Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Quick Oats, Fat Free Skim Milk, Reduced Fat Cream Cheese, and more! There’s 104 calories and 17 net carbs per serving. The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Fig Bars
These homemade Fig Bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Ingredients

1/2 cup dried figs

6 tablespoons hot water

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

2/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup quick oats

3/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons oil

3 tablespoons fat-free (skim) milk

1 ounce reduced-fat cream cheese

1/3 cup powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Directions
Yield: 12 servings
Serving size: 1 bar (1/12 of total recipe)

1 – Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

2 – Combine figs, water and granulated sugar in food processor or blender; process until figs are finely chopped. Set aside.

3 – Combine flour, oats, baking powder, and salt in medium bowl. Add oil and just enough milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture forms a ball.

4 – On lightly floured surface, roll dough into 12×9-inch rectangle. Place dough on prepared cookie sheet. Spread fig mixture in 2-1/2-inch-wide strip lengthwise down center of rectangle. Make cuts almost to filling at 1/2-inch intervals on both 12-inch sides. Fold strips over filling, overlapping and crossing in center. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until lightly browned.

5 – Meanwhile, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla in small bowl; mix well. Drizzle over bars. Cut into 12 pieces to serve.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 104 calories, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 18 g, Sodium: 93 mg, Fiber: 1 g
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