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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – CLASSIC CARROT CAKE

November 12, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a comment
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This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a CLASSIC CARROT CAKE. Some of the ingredients you’ll be needing are All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Ground Cinnamon, Egg Beaters, Egg Whites, Granulated Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Honey, Applesauce, Shredded Carrots, Walnuts and more! 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 2020! https://diabeticgourmet.com/

CLASSIC CARROT CAKE
A great classic dessert and it has less carbs.

Ingredients

7/8 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 large egg whites
1/4 cup eggbeaters
3/8 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
3 tablespoons reduced fat margarine
1/2 cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 1/4 cups finely shredded carrot
1/3 cup walnuts
butter flavored cooking spray

Directions

1 – Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In medium bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and allspice. Set aside.
2 – In small bowl whisk together egg whites and eggbeaters. Set aside.
3 – In large bowl beat Splenda Granulated Sweetener, margarine, honey, vanilla, applesauce, and canola oil. Mix in egg mixture, stir until well mixed. Stir in flour mixture, then carrots and walnuts.
4 – Pour into greased 8 cup loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool, ice if desired.

NOTES:
A great classic dessert and it has less carbs.

Recipe Yield: Yield: 10 servings

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 190
Fat: 9 grams
Saturated Fat: 1 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Sodium: 270 milligrams
Protein: 4 grams
Carbohydrates: 26 grams
Sugars: 16 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/classic-carrot-cake

“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Chickpea Burgers

November 2, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | 2 Comments
Tags: carrots, Chickpea Burgers, Chickpeas, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Egg Whites, Food, Garlic, Grated Lemon Peel, Herbed Croutons, Meatless Monday, Onion, Parsley, recipes, Tomato Slices, Vegetarian, Whole Grain Hamburger Buns

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is Chickpea Burgers. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Chickpeas, Carrots, Herbed Croutons, Parsley, Onion, Egg Whites, Garlic, Grated Lemon Peel, Salt, Pepper Cooking Spray, Whole Grain Hamburger Buns, and Tomato Slices. 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 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Chickpea Burgers
Chickpeas, lentils and other legumes are the ideal diabetes management trifecta: They lower blood sugar after meals, lower “bad” (LDL) cholesterol and increase “good” (HDL) cholesterol. Work

some into your meal plan with these tasty vegetarian burgers!

Ingredients
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup chopped carrots
1/3 cup herbed croutons
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 egg white
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)
Nonstick cooking spray
4 whole-grain hamburger buns
Tomato slices, lettuce leaves and salsa (optional)

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 burger

1. Place chickpeas, carrots, croutons, parsley, onion, egg white, garlic, lemon peel, pepper and salt, if desired, in food processor; process until blended. Shape mixture into 4 patties.

2. Spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Cook patties 4 to 5 minutes, or until bottoms are browned. Spray tops of patties with cooking spray; turn and cook 4 to 5 minutes, or until browned.

3. Serve burgers on buns with tomato, lettuce and salsa, if desired.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 271 calories, Carbohydrates: 48 g, Protein: 11 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 1 mg, Sodium: 272 mg, Fiber: 7 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/chickpea-burgers/

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Granola Bars

October 24, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Almond Extract, Almonds, baking, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Egg, Egg Whites, Food, Granola Bars, Ground Cinnamon, Low Fat Granola, recipes, Stevia in the Raw, Sweetened Dried Cranberries

I’m passing along a recipe for Granola Bars. These Delicious and Healthy Bars are made using Low Fat Granola, Stevia in the Raw, Sweetened Dried Cranberries, Almonds, Ground Cinnamon, Almond Extract, Egg, and Egg Whites. The Granola Bars are 80 calories and 10 net carbs per Bar. 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 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Granola Bars
Containing just six wholesome ingredients, these wholesome, low-carb Granola Bars are the perfect snack for your next adventure!

Ingredients
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 20 minutes

2 cups low-fat granola
2 tablespoons Stevia in the Raw
1/4 cup sweetened, dried cranberries
1/4 cup almonds, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 large egg plus 1 egg white, lightly beaten

Directions
Yield: 12 bars
Serving size: about 1 ounce

1 – Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch square baking pan with wax paper or parchment paper, leaving a margin of paper along the top edges of the pan. Mix the first five ingredients together. In another bowl, mix the almond extract into the lightly beaten eggs. Pour the egg mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until evenly distributed. Press mixture into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool pan on a wire rack 5 minutes. Carefully grasp the edges of the wax paper to lift the bars from the pan. Place on a cutting board and cut into 12 bars with a sharp knife. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 80 calories, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 2.5 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 15 mg, Sodium: 40 mg, Fiber: 2 g
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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – LEMON MERINGUE PIE

October 15, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a comment
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This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a LEMON MERINGUE PIE. Enjoy the classic Dessert of a LEMON MERINGUE PIE, but this one is Diabetic Friendly! 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 2020! https://diabeticgourmet.com/

LEMON MERINGUE PIE

Ingredients

For Pie Filling:
Pastry for single-crust 9-inch pie
2-1/4 cups water
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice or frozen lemon juice concentrate*
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 eggs
2 egg whites
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1-1/2 cups Equal Spoonful or Granulated**
2 tablespoons stick butter or margarine
1 to 2 drops yellow food coloring (optional)

For Meringue:
3 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream tartar
2/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Granulated***
* Such as Minute Maid Premium Lemon juice (frozen) 100% Pure Lemon Juice from Concentrate

** May substitute 36 packets Equal sweetener

Directions

1 – For Pie Filling, roll pastry on floured surface into circle 1 inch larger than inverted 9-inch pie plate. Ease pastry into plate; trim and flute edge. Pierce bottom and side of pastry with fork. Bake in preheated 425F oven 10 to 12 minutes or until pastry is golden. Cool on wire rack.
2 – Combine water, lemon juice and cornstarch in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Beat eggs, 2 egg whites and lemon peel in medium bowl. Mix in 1-1/2 cups Equal. Stir about half of hot cornstarch mixture into egg mixture.
3 – Return all to saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in butter until melted. Stir in food coloring, if desired. Pour mixture over baked pie shell.
4 – For Meringue, beat 3 egg whites in mixing bowl on medium speed of mixer until foamy. Add cream of tartar. Beat to soft peaks. Gradually beat in 2/3 cup Equal, beating to stiff peaks. Spread meringue over hot lemon filling, carefully sealing to edge of crust to prevent shrinking or weeping.
5 – Bake pie in 425F oven about 5 minutes or until meringue is lightly browned.
6 – Cool completely on wire rack. Cut pie into wedges.

Recipe Yield: Serves: 8

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 178
Fat: 9 grams
Sodium: 133 milligrams
Cholesterol: 65 milligrams
Protein: 5 grams
Carbohydrates: 20 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/lemon-meringue-pie

“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Cauliflower Potato Pancakes

October 12, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking powder, Cauliflower, Cauliflower Potato Pancakes, Chives, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Egg Whites, Eggs, Food, Light Sour Cream, Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week, recipes, Salt, Vegetable Oil, Vegetarian, Whole wheat flour, Yukon Gold Potatoes

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is Cauliflower Potato Pancakes. Made using Yukon Gold Potatoes, Cauliflower, Whole Wheat Flour, Eggs, Egg Whites, Chives, Baking Powder, Salt, Vegetable Oil, and Light Sour Cream. The Cauliflower Potato Pancakes are 89 calories and 12 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 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Cauliflower Potato Pancakes
Cauliflower brings down the carbohydrate content of these potato pancakes — without affecting the flavor!

Ingredients
1 1/2 cups cubed Yukon Gold potatoes
3 cups roughly chopped cauliflower
1/3 cup whole wheat flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 egg white
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, plus additional for garnish
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
Light sour cream (optional)

Directions
Yield: 6 servings
Serving size: 2 pancakes

1 – Bring large saucepan of water to a boil. Add potatoes and cauliflower; reduce heat. Simmer 10 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain potatoes and cauliflower. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes or until cool enough to handle.

2 – Gently mash potatoes and cauliflower in large bowl. Add flour, egg, egg white, 1 tablespoon chives, baking powder, and salt; mix well.

3 – Heat 1 teaspoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Drop 1/4 cupfull potato mixture into skillet; flatten slightly. Cook 5 to 7 minutes per side or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining oil and potato mixture.

4 – Serve with sour cream, if desired. Garnish with additional chives.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 89 calories, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 31 mg, Sodium: 313 mg, Fiber: 2 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/snack/cauliflower-potato-pancakes/

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Appetizer of the Week – Mashed Potato Puffs

October 10, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizer of the Week, baking, Broccoli, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Egg Whites, Food, Mashed Potato Puffs, Mashed Potatoes, recipes, Shredded Parmesan Cheese

This week’s Appetizer of the Week is – Mashed Potato Puffs. To make this week’s Dish you’ll be needing Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Egg Whites, and Shredded Parmesan Cheese. There’s only 63 calories and 7 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 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Mashed Potato Puffs
Low carb, fluffy, and the perfect accompaniment to meat or poultry!

Ingredients
1 cup prepared mashed potatoes
1/2 cup finely chopped broccoli or spinach
2 egg whites
4 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided

Directions
Yield: 18 puffs
Serving size: 3 puffs

1 – Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray 18 mini (1 3/4-inch) muffin cups with nonstick cooking spray.

2 – Combine mashed potatoes, broccoli, egg whites and 2 tablespoons cheese in large bowl; mix well. Spoon evenly into prepared muffin cups. Top evenly with remaining 2 tablespoons cheese.

3 – Bake 20 to 23 minutes or until golden brown. To remove from pan, gently run knife around outer edges and lift out with fork. Serve warm.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 63 calories, Carbohydrates: 8 g, Protein: 32 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 2 mg, Sodium: 99 mg, Fiber: 1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/snacks-appetizers/mashed-potato-puffs/

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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Autumn Bran Muffins

October 8, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | 3 Comments
Tags: 100% Bran Cereal, All-Purpose Flour, Autumn Bran Muffins, baking, Baking powder, Canned Pumpkin, Cooking, Cooking spray, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Egg Whites, Food, Pumpkin pie spice, recipes, Salt, Skim Milk, Sugar, Vegetable Oil, Whole wheat flour

This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is – Autumn Bran Muffins. The Muffins are made using Cooking Spray, All Purpose Flour, Whole Wheat Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Salt, Pumpkin Pie Spice, 100% Bran Cereal, Skim Milk, Egg Whites, Canned Pumpkin, and Vegetable Oil. The Muffins are 70 calories and 11 net carbs. 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 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Autumn Bran Muffins

Ingredients
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Nonstick cooking spray
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 cups 100% bran cereal
1 1/2 cups skim milk
2 egg whites
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions
Yield: 22 muffins
Serving size: one 2 1/2-inch muffin

1 – Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray muffin pans (with enough cups for 22 muffins) with nonstick cooking spray. Stir together flours, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bran cereal and milk and let sit until the cereal softens, about two minutes. Add the egg whites, oil, and pumpkin to the cereal and milk, and blend well. Add the flour mixture, stirring only until it is combined. Portion the batter evenly into the muffin pans. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Gently remove muffins from baking pans and serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 70 calories, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 105 mg, Fiber: 3 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/autumn-bran-muffins/

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Diabetic Dish of the Week – Spicy Eggplant Burgers

August 11, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: Baby Spinach, baking, Cooking, Cooking spray, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Egg Plants, Egg Whites, Food, Italian Style Panko Bread Crumbs, recipes, Reduced-Fat Mayonnaise, Sliced Pepper Jack Cheese, Spicy Eggplant Burgers, Tomato, Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is – Spicy Eggplant Burgers. Another fantastic way to use Egg Plant! These are made using Egg Plants, Egg Whites, Italian Style Panko Bread Crumbs, Cooking Spray, Reduced Fat Mayonnaise, Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns, Baby Spinach, Tomato, and Sliced Pepper Jack Cheese. 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 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Spicy Eggplant Burgers
Make your next cookout meat free with this flavorful eggplant burger — so tasty, it’s sure to please vegetarians and omnivores alike!

Ingredients
1 eggplant (1 1/4 pounds), peeled
2 egg whites
1/2 cup Italian-style panko bread crumbs
Nonstick cooking spray
3 tablespoons reduced-fat chipotle mayonnaise or regular reduced-fat mayonnaise
4 whole-wheat hamburger buns, warmed
1 1/2 cups loosely packed baby spinach
8 thin slices tomato
4 slices pepper jack cheese

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 burger

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray. Cut 4 slices (1/2-inch thick) from widest part of eggplant. Beat egg whites in shallow bowl. Place panko on medium plate.

2. Dip eggplant slices in egg whites; dredge in bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Place on prepared baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown; turn and coat with cooking spray. Bake 15 minutes.

3. Spread mayonnaise on bottom halves of buns and top with spinach, tomatoes and eggplant slice. Top with cheese and tops of buns.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 349 calories, Carbohydrates: 47 g, Protein: 16 g, Fat: 12 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 20 mg, Sodium: 628 mg, Fiber: 13 g
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Savory Bread Pudding

July 9, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Apple and Maple Chicken Sausage, baking, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Egg Whites, Food, Low Fat Milk, Olive oil, Onion, recipes, Red Bell Pepper, Savory Bread Pudding, Shredded Low Fat Cheddar Cheese, Whole wheat bread

I also have a Savory Bread Pudding recipe I’m passing along. This one is made using Olive Oil, Red Bell Pepper, Onion, Egg Whites, Low Fat Milk, Apple and Maple Chicken Sausage, Whole Wheat Bread, and Shredded Low Fat Cheddar Cheese. This recipe is also 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 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Savory Bread Pudding
The best of both worlds come together with this recipe for bread pudding; combining sweet apples, chicken and maple breakfast sausage for the ultimate fall flavor combo. A great dish if you’re attending a big family dinner or a potluck with friends, this recipe is sure to become a go-to this season!

Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup diced onion
3 large egg whites
2 cups low-fat (1%) milk
9 small links (6 ounces) fully cooked chicken, apple, and maple breakfast sausage, thinly sliced
8 slices whole wheat or multigrain bread, cut into 1-inch squares
1/2 cup shredded low-fat sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions
Yield:
6 servings

Serving size:
1/6 of recipe

Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat 11×7-inch baking dish or shallow casserole with nonstick cooking spray. Heat large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add oil, bell pepper, and onion. Cook 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; set aside.

Meanwhile, whisk together egg whites and milk in large bowl. Stir in sausage and bread; mix well. Add cooked vegetables; mix again. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish, pressing down lightly. (At this point, dish may be covered and refrigerated up to 6 hours before baking.)

Bake, uncovered, 40 to 45 minutes or until puffed and center is set. Remove from oven. Sprinkle cheese over pudding. Return to oven; bake 2 minutes or until cheese melts slightly. Cut into 6 squares.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 224 calories, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 17 g, Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 34 mg, Sodium: 489 mg, Fiber: 3 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/savory-bread-pudding/

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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – Tropical Fruit Coconut Tart

June 18, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dessert of the Week | 1 Comment
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This week’s Diabetic Dessert of the Week is a Tropical Fruit Coconut Tart. This dish is made using Corn Flakes, Flaked Coconut, Egg Whites, Pineapple Chunks, Cornstarch, Sugar Substitute, Coconut Extract, Mango, and Banana. One refreshing Dessert! 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 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Tropical Fruit Coconut Tart
Nothing says paradise quite like a heavenly blend of tropical fruits. Combining pineapple, mango, banana and coconut, this divine dessert is sure to transport you to the islands without leaving your backyard.

Ingredients
1 cup cornflakes, crushed
1 can (3 1/2 ounces) sweetened flaked coconut
2 egg whites
1 can (15 1/4 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice, undrained
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 packets sugar substitute or equivalent of 4 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)
1 mango, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced
1 medium banana, thinly sliced

Directions
Yield: 8 servings
Serving size: 1 wedge

1 – Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

2 – Combine cornflakes, coconut, and egg whites in medium bowl; toss gently until blended. Place mixture in prepared pan; press firmly to cover bottom and 1/2 inch up side of pan. Bake 8 minutes or until edge begins to brown. Cool completely on wire rack.

3 – Drain pineapple, reserving juice in small saucepan. Stir pineapple juice into cornstarch until smooth. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; cool completely. Stir in sugar substitute and coconut extract, if desired.

4 – Combine pineapple, mango slices, and banana slices in medium bowl. Spoon over baked crust; drizzle with pineapple juice mixture. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 2 hours. Cut into 8 wedges.

Note: The crust can be made 24 hours in advance, if desired.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 139 calories, Carbohydrates: 25 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 4 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 59 mg, Fiber: 2 g
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