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“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Wild and Brown Rice with Exotic Mushrooms

September 21, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: Button Mushrooms, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Food, Garlic, Green Onions, Margarine, Meatless Monday, Morel Mushrooms, Pepper, recipes, Salt, Thyme, Unseasoned Brown and Wild Rice Blend, Vegetarian, Water, Wild and Brown Rice with Exotic Mushrooms

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is a Wild and Brown Rice with Exotic Mushrooms. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Unseasoned Brown and Wild Rice Blend, Water, Morel Mushrooms, Margarine, Button Mushrooms, Garlic, Thyme, Salt, Pepper, and Green Onions. A perfect Meatless Fall Recipe! 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/

Wild and Brown Rice with Exotic Mushrooms
For the perfect excuse to utilize all your fresh fall produce, whip up this savory recipe for rice with cremini and poricini or morel mushrooms — it’s the ideal entrée to set the tone for your early autumn menu!

Ingredients
1 2/3 cups packaged unseasoned brown and wild rice blend
6 cups water
1/2 ounce dried porcini or morel mushrooms
3/4 cup boiling water
2 tablespoons margarine
8 ounces cremini (brown) or button mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup sliced green onions

Directions
Yield: 8 servings
Serving size: 1/8 of total recipe

1 – Combine rice and water in large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Cover; simmer over low heat until rice is tender (check package for cooking time). Drain, but do not rinse.*

2 – Meanwhile, combine porcini mushrooms and boiling water in small bowl; let stand 30 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Drain mushrooms, reserving liquid. Chop mushrooms; set aside.

3 – Melt margarine in large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add cremini mushrooms and garlic; cook and stir 5 minutes. Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper over mushrooms; cook and stir 1 minute or until mushrooms are tender.

4 – Stir drained rice, porcini mushrooms, and reserved mushroom liquid into skillet; cook and stir over medium-low heat 5 minutes or until hot. Stir in green onions. Garnish, if desired.

*Note: Rice may be prepared up to 3 hours before serving and kept covered at room temperature until added to fresh mushroom mixture.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 175 calories, Carbohydrates: 30 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 1 mg, Sodium: 304 mg, Fiber: 2 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/wild-brown-rice-with-exotic-mushrooms/

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Appetizer of the Week – Crostini Aperitivo

September 12, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in CooksRecipes | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizer of the Week, baking, Buitoni All Natural Pesto with Basil, Cooking, Crostini Aperitivo, Food, Garlic, Multi Grain Baguette, Prosciutto, recipes, Roasting, Soft Goat Cheese

This week’s Appetizer of the Week is a Crostini Aperitivo. To make this Tuscany Appetizer you’ll be needing Multi Grain Baguette, Garlic, Soft Goat Cheese, Buitoni All Natural Pesto with Basil, and Prosciutto. It’s only 70 calories and 5 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 2020! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Crostini Aperitivo
Add a touch of Tuscany to your meal with this simple, yet elegant crostini appetizer made with thin slices of multi-grain baguette topped with prosciutto, creamy goat cheese and a delicious pesto spread. Buon appetito!

Recipe Ingredients:
1 (about 20 inches long) multi-grain baguette
1 clove garlic, peeled and halved crosswise
2 (about 5.3-ounce) packages soft goat cheese
1 (7-ounce) container BUITONI Refrigerated All Natural Pesto with Basil
1 (3-ounce) package thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips

Additional toppings: roasted and sliced bell peppers, roasted thin asparagus, shaved melon and/or chopped dates (optional)

Cooking Directions:
1 – Preheat broiler. Cut bread into 40 (1/2-inch-thick) diagonal slices. Place on baking sheet.
2 – Broil for 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until golden. Rub tops of bread slices with cut garlic halves. Discard garlic.
3 – Combine cheese and pesto in small bowl; stir until combined.
4 – Spread about 2 teaspoons mixture over each toasted bread slice. Top evenly with prosciutto and any additional toppings.
Makes 40 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/40 of recipe): Calories: 70 Calories from Fat: 35 Total Fat: 4 g Saturated Fat: 1.5 g Cholesterol: 5 mg Sodium: 170 mg Carbohydrates: 5 g Dietary Fiber: 0 g Sugars: 1 g Protein: 3 g
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/appetizer/crostini_aperitivo_recipe.html

Diabetic Dish of the Week – Grilled Steak and Black Bean Tacos

September 8, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment
Tags: Cooking, Corn Tortillas, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Food, Garlic, Grilled Steak and Black Bean Tacos, Grilling, Herbs, Lime Wedges, recipes, Red onion, salsa, Salt Free Black Beans, Skirt steak, Spices, Tomato

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Grilled Steak and Black Bean Tacos. Some of the ingredients you’ll be needing are Spices, Herbs, Skirt Steak, Red Onion, Garlic, Salsa, Salt Free Black Beans, Tomato, Corn Tortillas, and Lime Wedges. The Dish is 290 calories and 23 net carbs per serving. Get that grill fired up! 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/

Grilled Steak and Black Bean Tacos
If you’re hosting a barbecue this Father’s Day, be sure to dish up some of these tasty tacos. With hearty skirt steak and a hint of chili powder for some kick, they’re sure to be a hit!

Ingredients
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
12 ounces skirt steak, trimmed of fat
4 slices red onion (1/4 inch thick)
Nonstick cooking spray
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup salsa
1 cup canned no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup chopped fresh tomato
8 corn tortillas, warmed
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges and lime juice (optional)

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 2 tacos

1 – Prepare grill for direct cooking. Combine cumin, chili powder, and garlic salt in small bowl; sprinkle evenly over both sides of steak. Coat steak and onion slices lightly with nonstick cooking spray.

2 – Grill steak and onions, covered, over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes per side or until steak is barely pink in center and onion is tender.

3 – Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add beans, salsa, and tomato; cook and stir 5 minutes or until heated through.

4 – Slice steak crosswise into thin strips; separate onion slices into rings. Serve in warm tortillas with salsa mixture and cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges and lime juice, if desired.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 290 calories, Carbohydrates: 26 g, Protein: 23 g, Fat: 9 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 65 mg, Sodium: 400 mg, Fiber: 3 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/grilled-steak-and-black-bean-tacos/

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Jennie – O Turkey Recipe of the Week -Turkey and Rice Pilaf

September 4, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: carrots, Cooking, Food, Garlic, Green Onion, Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week, JENNIE-O® DELI FAVORITES® Oven Roasted Reduced Sodium Turkey Breast, Raisins, recipes, Rice Pilaf, Switch, Turkey and Rice Pilaf

This week’s Jennie – O Turkey Recipe of the Week is – Turkey and Rice Pilaf. Made using JENNIE-O® DELI FAVORITES® Oven Roasted Reduced Sodium Turkey Breast, Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Rice Pilaf, Carrots, Raisins, Green Onion and Garlic. You can find this recipe along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Recipes at the Jennie – O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the Switch in 2020! https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey and Rice Pilaf

Looking for a sweet, savory weeknight meal with less fat? Look no further — with only 6 grams of fat per serving, this Turkey and Rice Pilaf recipe is perfect for anyone looking to eat better!

INGREDIENTS

1 (7-ounce) package rice pilaf mix
1 cup sliced carrots
⅓ cup raisins
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter
⅔ cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 cups chopped JENNIE-O® DELI FAVORITES® Oven Roasted, Reduced Sodium Turkey Breast, from the service deli

DIRECTIONS

1 – Prepare rice pilaf mix according to package directions.
2 – In large skillet, cook carrots, raisins, green onion and garlic in butter until tender. Combine broth and cornstarch in small bowl; add to vegetables. Heat to boiling. Gently stir in turkey; heat until hot. Serve turkey mixture over pilaf.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 340
Protein 25g
Carbohydrates 51g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 4g
Fat 6g
Cholesterol 40mg
Sodium 960mg
Saturated Fat 2g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/turkey-and-rice-pilaf/

Tex-Mex Turkey Spaghetti

September 4, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: Chili, Coking, Dried Oregano, Food, Garlic, Ground Cumin, JENNIE-O® Lean Turkey Bratwurst, Mexican Seasoning, Olive oil, Onion, Picante Sauce, recipes, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Spaghetti, Switch, Tex-Mex Turkey Spaghetti

This week’s 2nd Jennie – O Recipe is Tex-Mex Turkey Spaghetti. To make this Dish you’ll be needing JENNIE-O® Lean Turkey Bratwurst, Olive Oil, Onion, Garlic, Mexican Seasoning, Ground Cumin, Chili, Picante Sauce, Dried Oregano, Spaghetti, and Shredded Cheddar Cheese. Spaghetti taken to another level, Enjoy! You can find this recipe along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Recipes at the Jennie – O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the Switch in 2020! https://www.jennieo.com/

Tex-Mex Turkey Spaghetti
Here’s a fun and easy weeknight dinner that combines two favorite food genres — Italian and Tex-Mex for a classic spaghetti with a picante twist. Tex-Mex Turkey Spaghetti is ready in under 30 minutes and full of authentic flavor—all for under 500 calories per serving.

Total Time 40 Minutes
Serving Size 6 Servings

Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil

1 (19.5-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Turkey Bratwurst

1 cup chopped onion

2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 tablespoon Mexican seasoning or 2 teaspoons chili powder plus 1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 (140.5-ounce) can chili or salsa-style tomatoes, undrained

¾ cup picante sauce

1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

12 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained

1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions
1) In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Pinch ¾-inch pieces of bratwurst into pan; discard casings. Cook 5 to 8 minutes or until browned. Always cook to well-done, 165°F. as measured by a meat thermometer.

2) Add onion, garlic and Mexican seasoning; cook over medium-high heat 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes, picante sauce and oregano; bring to a boil.

3) Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 to 20 minutes or until thickened. Transfer spaghetti to serving plates.

4) Top with sauce; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Per Serving
Calories 400
Protein 27g
Carbohydrates 29g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 3g
Fat 19g
Cholesterol 85mg
Sodium 980mg
Saturated Fat 9g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/tex-mex-turkey-spaghetti/

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – BUFFALO CARBONARA

September 2, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | 1 Comment
Tags: Asparagus Tips, Black pepper, Buffalo Carbonara, Cooking, Eggs, Food, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Lemon juice, Olive oil, Pasta Water, recipes, Salt, Spaghetti, Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week, Wild Idea Buffalo Uncured Smoked Buffalo Bacon

This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is – BUFFALO CARBONARA. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Wild Idea Buffalo Uncured Smoked Buffalo Bacon, Olive Oil, Garlic, Eggs, Lemon Juice, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Black Pepper, Spaghetti, Pasta Water, Asparagus Tips, and Salt. Carbonara the Wild Idea Way! You can find this recipe and purchase the Wild Idea Buffalo SMOKED BUFFALO BACON along with all the other Wild Idea Products at the Wide Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

BUFFALO CARBONARA
This dish can often be overwhelmed with garlic and the fatty smokiness of traditional bacon. I have held a light hand on the garlic and the lean, meaty flavor of the Bison Bacon will compliment this dish instead of overpower. A perfect dish for springtime celebrations or casual dinners! (Serves 4)

Ingredients:

Wild Idea Buffalo 10 oz. Uncured Smoked Buffalo Bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs + 1 yolk, room temperature
½ lemon, juiced & warmed
1½ to 2 cups Parmesan or Pecorino Romano, grated
1 teaspoon black pepper +
1 pound spaghetti, cooked al dente
1 to 2 cups reserved pasta water
*optional: asparagus tips or frozen peas, cooked al dente
salt to taste

Preparation:

1) Prepare pasta al dente, reserving 2 cups pasta liquid. Rinse pasta and allow to drain.
2) In heavy, large sauté pan over medium high heat, heat oil. Add bacon and brown until crispy, tossing occasionally about 5minutes. Add garlic to bacon a couple of minutes before bacon is done.
3) Remove bacon/garlic from pan and set aside.
4) Place the two eggs in their shell in a cup of boiling water that is removed from heat source. Allow eggs to rest in water for one minute. Remove eggs and crack into blender along with other egg yolk. Coddled eggs may be a little cloudy, which is ok. Whip eggs in blender.
5) Add the warmed lemon juice and 1½ cups grated cheese and pepper to blender and pulse. Add more cheese if desired.
6) In sauté pan that bacon was browned in add 1 cup of the reserved pasta water and bring to a boil. Add pasta to the water and cover for 1 minute or until pasta is hot. Check pasta occasionally, adding more water if needed. Toss pasta gently. Remove pan from heat and drain excess water from pan.
7) Drizzle egg & cheese mixture over hot pasta tossing as you drizzle. Add bacon and hot vegetables and toss again.
8) Season to taste and garnish with shaved Parmesan or Pecorino.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/54915329-buffalo-carbonara

WILD IDEA BUFFALO – SMOKED BUFFALO BACON 10 OZ.
Bacon lovers, this is for you! Our Wild Idea Buffalo Bacon is a staff favorite and a customer favorite. It is 100% grass-fed, and has a hint of sweetness for full bacon flavor. No need to deny your love of bacon any longer with Wild Idea Buffalo Bacon! Available in a 10 oz. package.

Ingredients: 100% Grass-fed Buffalo, organic sea salt, maple syrup, brown sugar, veg stable [ celery powder, sea salt, silicon dioxide (anti-caking)]

*All products are made without the use of added nitrites or nitrates, except for those naturally occurring in sea salt and celery powder.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/collections/charcuterie/products/10-oz-uncured-smoked-buffalo-bacon

Whole Wheat Penne Pasta with Summer Vegetables

September 1, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, pasta | Leave a comment
Tags: Bell Peppers, Broccoli, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Feta Cheese, Food, Garlic, mushrooms, Olive oil, Oregano, recipes, Tomatoes, Whole Grain Pasta, Whole Wheat Penne Pasta with Summer Vegetables, Zucchini

I have another Delicious and Diabetic Friendly Recipe to pass along, Whole Wheat Penne Pasta with Summer Vegetables. To make this dish you’ll be needing Whole-Grain Pasta, Olive Oil, Garlic, Broccoli, Zucchini, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Oregano, and Feta 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/

Whole Wheat Penne Pasta with Summer Vegetables
Transport yourself to Italy with this high-fiber, Mediterranean-style dish! Taking only about 20 minutes to prepare, it packs a dense nutritional punch with its combination of whole-grain pasta, broccoli, zucchini, tomatoes, mushrooms, oregano, and feta cheese. So tuck in a napkin and mangia!

Ingredients
6 ounces uncooked whole wheat penne pasta (about 2 cups)
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1 medium zucchini, chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)
1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
8 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
3 ounces (about 1 cup) mushrooms, sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 3/4 cups

1 – Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting any salt or fat. Drain and keep warm.

2 – Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, broccoli, zucchini and bell pepper. Cook and stir about 2 minutes or until vegetables just begin to soften.

3 – Add tomatoes, mushrooms, and oregano; mix well. Reduce heat to medium and cook and stir about 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender and tomatoes release their juices.

4 – Mix vegetables with pasta. Toss in feta cheese.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 264 calories, Carbohydrates: 41 g, Protein: 15 g, Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 8 mg, Sodium: 374 mg, Fiber: 7 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/whole-wheat-penne-pasta-with-summer-vegetables/

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Appetizer of the Week – Mexican Bean Dip

August 29, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Appetizer of the Week, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | Leave a comment
Tags: Appetizer of the Week, Avocado, Cooking, CooksRecipes, Equal Spoonful, Food, Garlic, Green Onion, Jalapeño Chile, Lemon juice, Mexican Bean Dip, Parsley, recipes, Red Kidney Beans, Toamato Paste

This week’s Appetizer of the Week is a Mexican Bean Dip. The Dip is made using a can of Red Kidney Beans, Avocado, Lemon Juice, Toamato Paste, Jalapeño Chile, Garlic, Equal Spoonful, Green Onion, and Parsley. 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 2020! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Mexican Bean Dip
Cross between guacamole and puréed beans, with a spicy flavor provided by chiles, garlic and onion.

Recipe Ingredients:
1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 medium avocado, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 jalapeño chile, finely chopped (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Equal® Spoonful*
1 green onion, sliced
1/4 cup chopped parsley – divided use

Cooking Directions:
1 – Place kidney beans, avocado, lemon juice, tomato paste, chili, garlic and Equal® in food processor; cover. Process until well blended.
Stir in green onion and 3 tablespoons parsley. Sprinkle with remaining parsley.

Makes 14 servings.

*May substitute 1 1/2 packets Equal sweetener.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/14 of recipe): calories 56, protein 3 g, carbohydrate 9 g, fat 2 g, cholesterol 0 mg, sodium 3 mg.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/mexican_bean_dip_recipe.html

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP

August 26, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Basil, Buffalo Broth, Cooking, Eggs, Fennel, Food, Garlic, Italian Wedding Soup, Organic Chicken Broth, Orzo Pasta, recipes, Soup, Spinach, Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week, Wild Idea Italian Buffalo Sausage

This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP. Made with either Wild Idea Italian Buffalo Sausage or Wild Idea Ground Buffalo along with Buffalo Broth, Organic Chicken Broth, Eggs, Garlic, Fennel, Basil, Orzo Pasta, and Spinach. The Soup that makes one hearty meal! You can find this recipe and purchase the Wild Idea Buffalo Italian Sausage along with all the other Wild Idea Products at the Wide Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP

You don’t have to be Italian or getting married to enjoy this delicious, aromatic soup. Super easy, with minimal preparation and it makes a beautiful presentation! Serve the soup with crusty open-

faced cheese sandwiches for dunking.

Italian Wedding Soup (Serves 6)

Ingredients:

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP
1 – pound Wild Idea Italian Buffalo Sausage or Wild Idea Ground Buffalo
1 – egg, beaten
1 – teaspoon, fresh garlic, minced
½ – teaspoon fennel, crushed
1 – teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 – teaspoon onion powder
½ – teaspoon salt
2 – teaspoons black pepper (use less if you prefer)
2 – tablespoon olive oil
2½ – quarts buffalo broth or organic chicken broth
½ – cup orzo pasta
3 – cups spinach or escarole, chopped and packed
½ – cup basil, julienned
Pass with grated Parmesan.

Preparation:

1 – Preheat broiler to high with backing rack two positioned rungs down.Wild Idea
2 – Mix eggs, seasoning and olive oil together.
3 – Add ground bison and mix thoroughly.
4 – Form into small meatballs, minimum 24 to 40.
5 – Place on baking sheet and bake under the broiler with door slightly ajar, until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
6 – In stockpot on stovetop over medium high heat bring broth to a boil.
7 – Add orzo, reduce heat to simmer and cook until pasta is tender, about 8 minutes.
8 – Add the meatballs and juices from the pan to the stock. Allow meatballs to heat through.
9 – Add spinach and the basil and cook for 2 minutes.
10 – Serve immediately. Ladle soup into bowl and pass with grated Parmesan.

http://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/italian-wedding-soup

Diabetic Dish of the Week – Lemon-Basil Grilled Halibut

August 25, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: baking, Black pepper, Cooking, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Dried Basil, Food, Garlic, Grilling, Halibut Fillets, Lemon juice, Lemon-Basil Grilled Halibut, Olive oil, Parsley, recipes, Red Pepper Flakes, Salt

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is Lemon-Basil Grilled Halibut. To make this week’s dish you’ll be needing Olive Oil, Lemon Juice, Garlic, Dried Basil, Salt, Black Pepper, Parsley, Red Pepper Flakes, and Halibut Fillets. Lemon and Halibut are perfect together! 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/

Lemon-Basil Grilled Halibut

Ingredients
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Marinating time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 8–12 minutes.

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 clove (or 1 teaspoon) minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 halibut fillets (3 ounces each)

Directions
Yield: 2 servings
Serving size: 1 fillet

1 – In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, basil, salt, pepper, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Place the halibut in a zip-top plastic bag and drizzle evenly with marinade. Seal bag and shake gently to coat fish. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning occasionally.

2 – Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 350°F). Place fish on grill, baste with any remaining marinade, then grill fish 4–6 minutes on each side, or until fish flakes easily when pierced with a fork.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 161 calories, Carbohydrates: 2 g, Protein: 10 g, Fat: 9 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 27 mg, Sodium: 199 mg, Fiber: <1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/lemon-basil-grilled-halibut/

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