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Diabetic Side Dish of the Week – Lemon-Scented Broccoli With Golden Shallots

January 23, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Black pepper, Broccoli, Cooking, Diabetes Slf Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week, Food, Grated Lemon Peel, Lemon-Scented Broccoli With Golden Shallots, Olive oil, recipes, Roasting, Salt, Shallots, Water

This week’s Diabetic Side Dish of the Week is Lemon-Scented Broccoli With Golden Shallots. To make this week’s Dish you’ll be needing Broccoli, Water, Olive Oil, Shallots, Grated Lemon Peel, Salt, and Black Pepper. There’s 73 calories and 6 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 2022! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Lemon-Scented Broccoli With Golden Shallots
Flavored with a fragrant hint of lemon peel, this simple side is elegant enough for entertaining but easy enough to accompany a standard weeknight dinner.

Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds fresh broccoli
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots or red onion
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 3/4 cup

1. Cut broccoli into florets. Thinly slice 1 cup stems. Place in microwavable casserole dish. Add water. Cover and microwave on high 4 to 5 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Drain.

2. Meanwhile, heat oil in small skillet over medium heat. Add shallots; cook and stir 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Add shallots, lemon peel, salt, if desired, and pepper to broccoli; toss lightly.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 73 calories, Carbohydrates: 9 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 40 mg, Fiber: 3 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/lemon-scented-broccoli-with-golden-shallots/

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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

January 23, 2022 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Food, Salt, Cooking, Olive oil, Grilling, Lemon, Roasting, Kitchen Hints, recipes, Cooking Tips, baking

Cutting down on Salt…..

Instead of salt add a splash of olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice close to the end of cooking time or to cooked vegetables – it can enhance flavors in the same way as salt.

5 oz. Petite Buffalo Top Sirloin Steak w/ Baked Potato and Baked Texas Toast

January 22, 2022 at 7:03 PM | Posted in potatoes, Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
Tags: Food, Cooking, Baked Potato, Steak, Dinner, Buffalo, recipes, Russet Potato, Wild Idea Buffalo 5 oz. Petite Top Sirloin Steak, baking, New York Bakery Texas Toast

Today’s Menu: 5 oz. Petite Buffalo Top Sirloin Steak w/ Baked Potato and Baked Texas Toast

For Breakfast this morning I prepared a Sunny Side Up Egg, 2 Johnsonville Turkey Breakfast Sausage Links, toasted 2 slices of Aunt Millie’s Live Carb Smart Wheat Bread, and had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Good start to a cold morning! It was 8 degrees with a wind chill at 1 degree! We had a high of 29 degrees and partly sunny out. I’m feeling a lot better today, my stomach is still a little upset but bad. Did some computer work today. I deleted a lot files and updated a few things and ran scans. Not much else to do today. For Dinner tonight we had a 5oz. Petite Buffalo Top Sirloin Steak w/ Baked Potato and Baked Texas Toast.

I prepared one of our favorite Steaks, a Petite Buffalo Top Sirloin Steak w/ Baked Potato, Salad, and Baked Texas Toast. I’ll be using the Wild Idea Buffalo Petite Top Sirloin Steak (5 oz.). To prepare the Steak; I rubbed the Steak with a 1 teaspoon of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Then seasoned it with McCormick’s Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn. As the Steak rested I preheated the oven to 400 degrees and heated up a small Cast Iron Skillet on medium heat. When the skillet was heated I added my Buffalo Sirloin, I cooked it 1 minute per side. Then I moved the skillet to the oven and cooked it another 5 minutes to a beautiful Medium Rare! The Wild Idea Buffalo Steaks are just incredible. So tender and juicy and the best flavor of any Steak, Beef or Buffalo, I’ve ever had.

For one side I had a baked Russet Potato. Seasoned that with the McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Peppercorn Medley, and topped with I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter. Perfect side for any Steak Dinner!

I also baked a slice of the New York Bakery Texas Toast. For Dessert later a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Snyder’s Pretzels with a Diet Raspberry Snapple to drink

Wild Idea Buffalo – 5 oz. Petite Top Sirloin Steak

Famous for their flavor, these juicy steaks are perfect for the grill. The steaks are cut from the middle and upper part of the primal sirloin and their smaller size makes a great meal for one. 5 oz.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/products/petite-top-sirloin-steaks

Appetizer of the Week – Asparagus and Cracked Pepper Turkey Tart

January 22, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, Asparagus, Asparagus and Cracked Pepper Turkey Tart, baking, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, Food, JENNIE-O® Cracked Pepper Turkey, Olive oil, recipes, Swiss cheese

This week’s Appetizer of the Week is an Asparagus and Cracked Pepper Turkey Tart. Made with the always delicious JENNIE-O Cracked Pepper Turkey along with Swiss Cheese and Asparagus all topped on to a Puff Pastry. 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 2022! https://diabeticgourmet.com/

Asparagus and Cracked Pepper Turkey Tart
Savory turkey, crisp asparagus and melted cheese come together in this impressive side dish or appetizer. Recipe for Asparagus and Cracked Pepper Turkey Tart from our Side Dishes recipe section.

Ingredients

1/2 (17.3-ounce) package frozen puff pastry (1 sheet), thawed
2 cups finely shredded Swiss cheese
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
4 ounces JENNIE-O Cracked Pepper Turkey, thinly sliced and julienned
2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1 – Heat oven to 375F.
2 – Line baking sheet with parchment paper
3 – On clean, lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry.
4 – Gently roll pastry into 16×10-inch rectangle.
5 – Transfer pastry to baking sheet.
6 – With paring knife, cut 1/2-inch border around outside edge of pastry sheet.
7 – Top pastry with cheese, asparagus and turkey.
8 – Lightly drizzle olive oil over toppings.
9 – Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until puff pastry is golden brown and asparagus is tender when pierced with tip of knife.
10 – Cool slightly. Cut into small squares to serve.

NOTES:
Savory turkey, crisp asparagus and melted cheese come together in this impressive side dish or appetizer.
Recipe Yield: Yield: 20 servings

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 110
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 135 mg
Cholesterol: 35 mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 1g
Carbohydrates: 4g
https://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/appetizer-recipes

Healthy, Quick and Easy Appetizer Recipes

January 22, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Eating Well | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizers, baking, Cauliflower, Chicken, Chickpeas, Cooing, EatingWell, Food, Grilling, Healthy Quick and Easy Appetizer Recipes, Pasta, recipes, Roasting, Salads, Tuna, Vegetables

From the EatingWell Website and Magazine it’s Healthy, Quick and Easy Appetizer Recipes. Here’s some Delicious, Healthy, Quick and Easy Appetizer Recipes with recipes including Air-Fryer Crispy Chickpeas, Mediterranean Tuna Antipasto Salad, and Sriracha-Buffalo Cauliflower Bites. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. You can also subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy, Quick and Easy Appetizer Recipes
Find quick and easy appetizer recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

Air-Fryer Crispy Chickpeas
Air-fried chickpea snacks are intensely flavored and incredibly crunchy. Drying the chickpeas is essential to a good crunch, so don’t skip this step. If you have time, leave them out on the counter to dry for an hour or two before frying……

Mediterranean Tuna Antipasto Salad
Packed with protein and fiber, this tuna and bean salad is ready in a flash. For an extra kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper or cayenne……

Sriracha-Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
This recipe for spicy Buffalo cauliflower bites is a great vegetarian alternative to Buffalo wings. Roasted cauliflower stands in for chicken and provides more fiber and fewer calories. Serve this easy appetizer with carrot sticks, celery and your favorite ranch or blue cheese dressing……

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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

January 22, 2022 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Food, Cooking, Grilling, French fries, Vegetables, Roasting, Kitchen Hints, recipes, Cooking Tips, baking

Don’t waste your time flipping…..

You don’t always have to flip your food. When roasting items such as French fries and veggies, preheat your cookie sheet in the oven. This eliminates the need to flip halfway through.

Jennie – O Turkey Recipe of the Week – Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

January 21, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, carrots, Cooking, Food, Frozen Peas, Garlic Cloves, Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week, JENNIE-O Lean Ground Turkey, Olive oil, recipes, Red onion, Spices, Switch, Turkey Shepherd’s Pie, Worcestershire sauce

This week’s Jennie – O Turkey Recipe of the Week is a Turkey Shepherd’s Pie. To make this recipe some of the ingredients you’ll be needing are Olive Oil, Red Onion, Garlic Cloves, JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey, Spices, Carrots, Worcestershire Sauce, Frozen Peas, and more! Included is a recipe for the Mashed Potatoes also. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. You can also subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! http://www.eatingwell.com/

Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s pie is a classic and a great way to incorporate more veggies. Add this clean recipe to your weeknight dinner rotation.

Total Time – 50 minutes
Serving Size – Makes 8 Servings

Ingredients
1 – tablespoon olive oil
1 – medium red onion, diced
4 – cloves garlic, minced
1 – cup red wine
1 – (16-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey
3 – tablespoons tomato paste
1 – teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/2 – vegetable broth
2 – carrots, diced
1 – cup frozen peas

Mashed Potato Topping:
2 – pounds Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into large chunks
¼ – cup butter
¼ – cup sour cream
¼ – cup milk
½ – teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions
1) Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 2-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

2) Filling: In large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onions and garlic. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until onions are beginning to brown.

3) Pour in wine. Simmer 5 to 6 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half.

4) Add turkey. Cook, crumbling with back of spoon, 5 to 7 minutes or until turkey is cooked through.

5) Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add broth, carrots and peas. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Set aside.

6) Mashed Potato Topping: In large saucepan add potatoes and enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cook potatoes 15 to 20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Mash lightly. Add remaining ingredients. Mash until fluffy.

7) Spread Filling into prepared baking dish. Top with Mashed Potato Topping, spreading to edges. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until filling is bubbly and potatoes are lightly browned.

Nutrition
Calories 31.8
Protein 15.6g
Carbohydrates 31.7g
Fiber – 5.4g
Sugars 6.3g
Fat 12.5g
Cholesterol 61.4mg
Sodium 263.9mg
Saturated Fat 6.1g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/turkey-shepherds-pie/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

January 21, 2022 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Food, Cooking, Grilling, Vegetables, Roasting, Kitchen Hints, recipes, Cooking Tips, baking

Scoop it out…..

Remove seeds from vegetables like squash and pumpkin with an ice cream scoop. Because the edge of the scoop is sharp, it cuts through the fibrous, gooey stuff inside the squash better than your hand or a regular spoon.

Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Creamy Baked Custard with Maple Syrup

January 20, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Cooking, Creamy Baked Custard with Maple Syrup, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Egg Substitute, Fat Free Half and Half, Food, Maple Syrup, Nutmeg, recipes, Sugar, Vanilla

This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a Creamy Baked Custard with Maple Syrup. To make this week’s Dessert you’ll be needing Fat-Free Half-and-Half, Egg Substitute, Sugar, Vanilla, Nutmeg, and Maple Syrup. This Dessert is only 131 calories, 23 carbs, and 1 gram of fat 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 2022! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Creamy Baked Custard with Maple Syrup
When you’re craving a guilt-free sweet treat, dig into this creamy custard. Containing only 131 calories and 1 gram of fat, this delectable dessert only tastes sinful — so go ahead and indulge yourself tonight.

Ingredients
2 1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1/2 cup cholesterol-free egg substitute
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
Dash ground nutmeg
3 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Directions
Yield: 6 servings.
Serving size: 6 ounces.

1 – Preheat oven to 325°F. Lightly spray 6 custard cups or ramekins with nonstick cooking spray.

2 – Combine half-and-half, egg substitute, sugar, vanilla, and nutmeg in large bowl. Pour into prepared custard cups.

3 – Pour boiling water into 13×9-inch baking dish. Place custard cups in dish. Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes. (Centers will not be completely set.) Remove cups from pan. Cool completely on wire rack. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate overnight.

4 – Drizzle with maple syrup before serving.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 131 calories, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 17 mg, Sodium: 139 mg, Fiber: 0 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/desserts-sweets/creamy-baked-custard-with-maple-syrup/

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Healthy Pudding, Custard and Flan Recipes

January 20, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Eating Well | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Berries, Cake, Chocolate, Cooking, Custard, dessert, EatingWell, Flan, Food, Grilling, Healthy Pudding Custard and Flan Recipes, Nuts, Pudding, recipes, Sweet potato, Vanilla

From the EatingWell Website and Magazine it’s Healthy Pudding, Custard and Flan Recipes. Find some Delicious and Healthy Pudding, Custard and Flan Recipes with recipes including Chocolate-Fudge Pudding Cake, The Best Vanilla Custard, and Sweet Potato Pudding Cake. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. You can also subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Pudding, Custard and Flan Recipes
Find healthy, delicious pudding, custard and flan recipes including crème brulee, banana pudding, bread pudding and rice pudding. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

Chocolate-Fudge Pudding Cake
When you have a craving for a comforting dessert, try this pudding cake, which forms its own rich-tasting sauce as it bakes. The coffee flavor is subtle, but it adds complex depth to the cake’s flavor……

The Best Vanilla Custard
Calling this “the best” custard recipe may seem like a bold statement, but it’s true. In this healthy dessert recipe, the rich eggy custard is silky-smooth and infused with loads of vanilla, making it worthy of its name……

Sweet Potato Pudding Cake
This cake was inspired by the one of the most popular Jamaican desserts, sweet potato pudding. Traditionally, raw shredded sweet potatoes are used, but we found that sweet potatoes sold in the U.S. don’t provide the same texture as those in Jamaica. Instead, we mix mashed sweet potato with eggs and flour to get a slightly different, but equally delicious, cheesecake-like result……

* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Pudding, Custard and Flan Recipes
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