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Keto Macaroons

Passing along a recipe for Keto Macaroons. To make this recipe you’ll be needing Powdered Erythritol, Unsweetened Shredded Coconut, Unsweetened Chocolate Chips, Salt, Pure Vanilla Extract, and Egg Whites. 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/

Keto Macaroons
A twist on the classic Italian dessert, these keto coconut macaroons are a cinch to prepare. Make with or without the optional chocolate chips — either way, they’re sure to put a smile on your face!

Ingredients
3/4 cup powdered erythritol, or equivalent of stevia
2 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup unsweetened chocolate chips, such as Lily’s brand (optional)
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 large egg whites

Directions
Yield: 12 servings
Serving size: 1 macaroon

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients well by mixing with your hands.

2. Wet your hands and then place 1 1/2 tablespoons of macaroon mixture on the baking sheet. Repeat this step with the remaining mixture, spacing macaroons about an inch apart.

3. Bake macaroons until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 142 calories, Carbohydrates: 21 g, Fat: 13 g, Sodium: 33 mg
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/desserts-sweets/keto-macaroons/

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Jennie – Turkey Recipe of the Week – Southwestern Turkey Sliders

September 9, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: Chili powder, Cooking, Egg Whites, Food, Green Onion, Grilling, Jennie Turkey Recipe of the Week, JENNIE-O Lean Ground Turkey, Pepper, recipes, Red onion, Salt, Serrano Chili, Slider Buns, Southwestern Turkey Sliders, Spices, Switch, Worcestershire sauce

This week’s Jennie – Turkey Recipe of the Week is Southwestern Turkey Sliders. To make this recipe some of the ingredients you’ll be needing are JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey, Red Onion, Green Onion, Serrano Chili, Egg Whites, Chili Powder, Salt, Pepper, Spices, Worcestershire Sauce, Slider Buns, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, and more! There’s 300 calories and 15 1/2 net carbs per serving. You can find this recipe along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Recipes at the Jennie – O Turkey website. Stay Safe and Make the SWITCH in 2022! https://www.jennieo.com/

Southwestern Turkey Sliders
These flavorful and delicious Southwestern Turkey Sliders are perfect for a weekend BBQ. JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onion and avocado will have your friends and family going up for seconds.

Total Time – 30 Minutes
Serving Size – Makes 12 Servings

Ingredients
2 – (16-ounce) packages JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey
1/2 – cup minced red onion
1/4 – cup minced green onion
1 – serrano chili, minced
2 – egg whites, whisked
2 – teaspoons chili powder
1 – teaspoon salt
1 – teaspoon pepper
1 – teaspoon oregano
1 – teaspoon ground cumin
1 – tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
12 – soft slider buns, split and toasted
1 – cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
12 – lettuce leaves
12 – slices tomato
1 – cup thinly sliced red onions
1 – avocado, peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced
Suggested condiments: mayonnaise, mustard and ketchup

Directions
1) Preheat grill to medium-high.

2) In a large bowl, combine turkey, red onion, green onion, chilies, egg whites, chili powder, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, and Worcestershire. Mix thoroughly. Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions. Using your hands, shape them into 12 small burgers, each about 3 and 4 inches wide and 1/2-inch thick.

3) Place the burgers on grill. Cook 6 minutes per side, and until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Always cook to well-done.

4) Serve the burgers on slider buns, topped cheese, lettuce, tomato, sliced red onion, and avocado. Serve with suggested condiments.

Nutrition
Calories – 300
Protein – 19.8g
Carbohydrates – 18.2g
Fiber – 2.7g
Sugars – 3.8g
Fat – 17.3g
Cholesterol – 73.3mg
Sodium – 494.4mg
Saturated Fat – 4.8g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/southwestern-turkey-sliders/

Appetizer of the Week – Sweet and Spicy Snack Mix

August 13, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, CooksRecipes | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizer of the Week, Appetizers, Cereals, Cooking, Dry Roasted Peanuts, Egg Whites, Food, GranularSplenda® No Calorie Sweetener, Ground Red Pepper, Oyster Crackers, recipes, Reduced Fat Pretzels, Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Sweet and Spicy Snack Mix, Worcestershire sauce

This week’s Appetizer of the Week is a Sweet and Spicy Snack Mix. To make this Appetizer you’ll be needing Cereals, Reduced Fat Pretzels, Oyster Crackers, Dry Roasted Peanuts, Egg Whites, Splenda® No Calorie Sweetener, Granular Splenda® No Calorie Sweetener, Worcestershire Sauce, and Ground Red Pepper. There’s 140 calories and 17 net carbs per serving. The recipe is from the CooksRecipes website. At the Cooks site you’ll find a huge selection of recipes to please all Tastes, Diets, or Cuisines so be sure to check it out today for any of your recipe needs! Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Sweet and Spicy Snack Mix
When this tasty treat is stored in an air tight tin, you’ll enjoy days of snacking.

Recipe Ingredients:
3 cups crispy rice cereal squares
2 cups toasted O-shaped cereal
2 cups small reduced-fat pretzels
1 cup oyster crackers
1 cup dry roasted peanuts
1 egg white
1/2 cup Splenda® No Calorie Sweetener, Granular
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper

Cooking Directions:
1 – Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
2 – Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl.
3 – Beat egg white until foamy; stir in Splenda® Granular, Worcestershire sauce and red pepper. Pour over cereal mixture, tossing to coat.
4 – Spray a 15x10x1-inch jellyroll pan with cooking spray; spread cereal mixture in a single layer in pan.
5 – Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool.
Makes 16 (1/2 cup) servings.

Tip: Store mix in an airtight container.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/2 cup): Total Calories 140; Calories from fat 50; Total Fat 5g; Saturated Fat 1g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 290mg; Total Carbohydrate 19g; Dietary Fiber 2g; Sugars 1g; Protein 4g.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/sweet_and_spicy_snack_mix_recipe.html

Diabetic Dish of the Week – Scrambled Egg and Red Pepper Pockets

August 9, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: Black pepper, Breakfast, Cooking, Cooking spray, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Egg, Egg Whites, Fat Free Skim Milk, Food, Jarred Roasted Red Peppers, recipes, Red onion, Salt, Scrambled Egg and Red Pepper Pockets, Unsalted Butter, Whole Wheat Pita Bread

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Scrambled Egg and Red Pepper Pockets. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Egg, Egg Whites, Fat Free Skim Milk, Salt, Cooking Spray, Black Pepper, Unsalted Butter, Red Onion, Jarred Roasted Red Peppers, and Whole Wheat Pita Bread Round. There’s 155 calories and 14 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/

Scrambled Egg and Red Pepper Pockets
An ideal breakfast includes lean protein, complex carbohydrates, and a little bit of fat. This recipe includes all of the important aspects for a nutritious meal; it’s filling enough to get you through the morning. Plus, it’s fast and easy to make, even on the run!

Ingredients
1 egg
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon fat-free (skim) milk
1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)
Nonstick cooking spray
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons unsalted butter, softened and divided
3 tablespoons minced red onion
2 tablespoons diced jarred roasted red pepper (blot before dicing)
1 whole-wheat pita bread round, cut in half crosswise

Directions
Yield: 2 servings
Serving size: 1 filled pita half

1. Whisk egg, egg whites, milk, salt, if desired, and black pepper in small bowl until well blended.

2. Spray medium skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add 1/2 teaspoon butter; heat over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Pour egg mixture into skillet; sprinkle with red peppers. Stir gently, lifting edge to allow uncooked portion to flow underneath. Continue cooking until set.

3. Evenly spread inside of each pita half with remaining 1 teaspoon butter. Spoon egg mixture into pita halves.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 155 calories, Carbohydrates: 17 g, Protein: 8 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 113 mg, Sodium: 285 mg, Fiber: 3 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/breakfast/scrambled-egg-and-red-pepper-pockets/

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“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Chickpea Burgers

July 11, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday, Vegetarian | Leave a comment
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 2022! 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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Diabetic Dish of the Week – Spicy Eggplant Burgers

June 28, 2022 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 2022! 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
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/spicy-eggplant-burgers/

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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – CHOCOLATE MOCHA CHEESECAKE

June 16, 2022 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 CHOCOLATE MOCHA CHEESECAKE. To make this week’s Recipe some of the ingredients that you’ll be needing are Reduced-Fat Chocolate Wafers, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Granulated Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Eggs, Egg Whites, Instant Espresso Crystals, Sugar-Free Swiss Miss Instant Cocoa Mix 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 2022! https://diabeticgourmet.com/

CHOCOLATE MOCHA CHEESECAKE
You might also like this recipe for Sugar Free Mocha Cheesecake Bars Recipe for Chocolate Mocha Cheesecake from our Desserts recipe section.

Ingredients

Crust Ingredients

44 Reduced-Fat Chocolate Wafers, crushed
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
Batter Ingredients 3 (8 ounce) packages reduced-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
2 eggs
2 egg whites
1-1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
1-1/4 teaspoons instant espresso crystals
2 (.55 ounce) packages Sugar-Free Swiss Miss Instant Cocoa Mix

Directions

1 – Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2 – Mix crust ingredients together, and press into a 9-inch springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature.
3 – Reset oven temperature to 325 degrees F.
4 – Beat cream cheese and Splenda Granulated Sweetener together until well mixed and smooth. Add eggs, egg whites, cornstarch and salt. Mix until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix until well blended.
5 – Measure 1/2 cup of the cheesecake batter and pour into a small bowl. Add instant espresso crystals and cocoa mix. Stir until well combined.
6 – Pour half of plain batter over crust. Top with half of the coffee batter by placing rounded spoonfuls over the cheesecake batter. Gently swirl the coffee batter into plain batter with the tip of knife or spatula. Repeat with remaining batters.
7 – Bake 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set. Remove from oven and gently run metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cheesecake (this helps prevent cracking). Let cool 20-25 minutes before covering and placing in the refrigerator. Refrigerate 4- 6 hours or overnight before serving.
NOTES:
You might also like this recipe for Sugar Free Mocha Cheesecake Bars

Recipe Yield: Yield: 16 servings Serving Size: 1 slice (1/16 of cheesecake)

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 200
Fat: 13 grams
Saturated Fat: 8 grams
Sodium: 270 milligrams
Cholesterol: 65 milligrams
Protein: 7 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-mocha-cheesecake

Diabetic Side Dish of the Week – Cauliflower Potato Pancakes

June 12, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking powder, Cauliflower, Cauliflower Potato Pancakes, Chives, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Side Dish of the Week, Egg Whites, Eggs, Food, Light Sour Cream, recipes, Salt, Vegetable Oil, Vegetarian, Whole wheat flour, Yukon Gold Potatoes

This week’s Diabetic Side Dish 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 2022! 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 cupful’s potato mixture into skillet; flatten slightly. Cook 5 to 7 minutes per side or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining oil and potato mixture.

* 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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“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Scrambled Egg Breakfast Burritos

May 23, 2022 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: Breakfast, Burritos, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Egg Whites, Flour Tortillas, Food, Green Onions, Low Sodium Reduced Fat Monterey Jack Cheese, Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week, recipes, Red Bell Peppers, salsa, Scrambled Egg Breakfast Burritos

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is Scrambled Egg Breakfast Burritos. Start the Day off with a Delicious and Healthy Scrambled Egg Breakfast Burritos. To make these Burritos you’ll be needing Non Stick Cooking Spray, Red Bell Peppers, Green Onions, Red Pepper Flakes, Egg Whites, Cilantro, Flour Tortillas, Shredded Low Sodium Reduced Fat Monterey Jack Cheese, and Salsa. There’s 192 calories and 21 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/

Scrambled Egg Breakfast Burritos
Breakfast, as they say, is the most important meal of the day. Start your morning off right with these breakfast burritos, full of south-of-the-border flavor!

Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
5 green onions, sliced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 egg whites
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
4 (8-inch) flour tortillas
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded low-sodium reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese
1/3 cup salsa

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 burrito with 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon salsa

1. Spray medium nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat. Add bell pepper, green onions, and red pepper flakes; cook and stir 3 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

2. Add egg whites to vegetables. Reduce heat to low. Cook and stir 3 minutes, or until set. Sprinkle with cilantro.

3. Stack tortillas and wrap in paper towels. Microwave on high 1 minute, or until tortillas are hot.

4. Place one-fourth egg mixture on each tortilla. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold sides over to enclose filling. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 192 calories, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 13 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 10 g, Sodium: 423 g, Fiber: 2 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/breakfast/scrambled-egg-breakfast-burritos/

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Diabetic Dessert of the Week – CLASSIC CARROT CAKE

May 12, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in dessert, diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine | Leave a comment
Tags: All-Purpose Flour, applesauce, baking, Baking powder, Baking Soda, CLASSIC CARROT CAKE, Cooking, dessert, Diabetic Dessert of the Week, Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, Egg Beaters, Egg Whites, Food, Granulated Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Ground Cinnamon, Honey, recipes, Shredded Carrots, Walnuts

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! 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/

CLASSIC CARROT CAKE
A great classic dessert and it has less carbs. Recipe for Classic Carrot Cake from our Desserts recipe section.
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
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