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Appetizers
BROCCOLI SOUP
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4 cups fresh broccoli florets
¼ cup water
1 onion, chopped
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups skim milk
2 (14 ½-ounce) cans vegetable broth or fat free chicken broth
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
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Directions:
Cook the broccoli in a microwave dish in the water, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large non-stick pot, sauté the onion over medium heat until softened, about 3 to 5 minutes. In a small bowl, mix together the flour and milk. Stir the flour and milk mixture into the onion. Gradually add the vegetable broth and the broccoli. Stir to combine. Cook over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes, or until thickened.
Transfer the soup to a food processor or blender, puree the soup, and return to the pot over low heat. Add the cheese, salt, pepper, and thyme, cooking until heated through and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
Calories per serving: 121
Protein: 9g
Carbohydrate: 15g
Makes 6 to 8 servings.
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MARINATED CRAB FINGERS
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½ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon sugar
2 pounds crab fingers
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Directions:
In a large bowl, mix the vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, basil, and sugar. Add the crab fingers.
Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
Lay the mixture on leaf lettuce to serve.
Calories per serving: 71
Protein: 14
Carbohydrate: 1g
Makes 16 servings. |
MARINATED SHRIMP
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Required
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¼ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon dry mustard
½ cup lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 bay leaf
Dash cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 pounds cooked shrimp, peeled
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Directions:
In a bowl, combine the oil, garlic, dry mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, vinegar, bay leaf, and cayenne pepper; mix well. Stir in the parsley, red onion and capers. Add the shrimp, tossing until well coated. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
Drain the marinade, remove the bay leaf, and serve the shrimp with the onion, parsley, and capers.
Calories per serving: 94
Protein: 19g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Makes 10 servings.
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SPINACH DIP
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1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
½ cup light mayonnaise
1 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon dried dill weed leaves
Juice of ½ lemon
½ cup chopped parsely
½ cup chopped green onions (scallions)
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Directions:
Preheat oven to 350-degrees. Place chips on 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
Blend all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.
Refrigerate.
Calories per serving: 54
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Makes 12 (¼-cup) servings. |
NACHOS
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Required
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Nonstick
cooking spray
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3/4
cup chopped onion
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Two
jalapeno peppers, seeded, chopped
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Three
cloves garlic, finely chopped
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2
teaspoons chili powder
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1/2
teaspoon ground cumin
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One
boneless skinless chicken breast (about 6 ounces)
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1
can (14 1/2 ounces) mexican-style diced tomatoes, drained
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1
cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced fat Monterey Jack
cheese
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2
tablespoons black olives, chopped
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4
ounces low fat tortilla chips
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Directions:
Preheat oven to 350-degrees. Place chips on 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
Spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat until
hot. Add onion, peppers, garlic, chili powder and cumin. Cook and stir five minutes
or until vegetables are tender. Stir in chicken and tomatoes.
Spoon tomato mixture, cheese and olives over chips. Bake five minutes or until
cheese melts.
Recipe makes four servings.
Per serving: Calories: 69, Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 11mg, Sodium: 153mg |
MASHED
POTATO AND GARLIC DIP
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Directions:
Bring potatoes to a boil, than simmer 15-20 minutes
or until tender. Blend all other
ingredients (except parsley). Add potatoes and
mash.
Reserve 1⁄2 C of the potato water and add
to mixture with parsley.
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MOCK
CHEESE SAUCE/DIP
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& Ingredients
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1
Can (16 oz.) Cannelini Beans (White Kidney), Drained
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2
Cooked Carrots
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1/2
Can of Chicken Broth; Add More For A Thinner Consistency
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1/2
Lemon
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1/4
C Olive Oil
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2
T White Wine
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3
Garlic Cloves (1-2 additional cloves may be added if
desired)
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Directions:
Mix in a blender or food processor. Use Salt, Pepper, Paprika and Parsley
to taste. Use sauce for pasta, rice, crackers, chips or vegetables.
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MISO
DIP
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SMOKED
SALMON SPREAD
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& Ingredients
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TZATZIKIS
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& Ingredients
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VEGETARIAN
CHOPPED LIVER
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Required
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& Ingredients
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1C
Cooked Lentils
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5
Whole Walnuts
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2
T White Miso
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1
T Canola Oil
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1⁄4
C Cooked Mushrooms
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1⁄4
C Cooked Onions
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1
t Agar Flakes
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Salt,
Pepper
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Side
Dishes
VEGETABLES WITH BROCCOLI LEMON SAUCE
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12 small red potatoes, cut into quarters
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1 large green or red bell pepper, cut into ¼-inch rings
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2 cups broccoli florets
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1 can cream of broccoli soup (98% fat-free)
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½ cup low-fat mayonnaise
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4 green onions, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
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Directions:
- In a sauce pan, combine potatoes with water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Add pepper and broccoli. Cook five minutes more or until vegetables are tender.
- In second sauce pan, combine soup, mayonnaise, onions, lemon juice, and thyme. Heat through and serve over vegetables.
Calories per serving: 126
Makes 8 servings.
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CREAMY CORN CASSEROLE
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2 (16-ounce) bags frozen corn
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1 (7-ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
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½ cup skim milk
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1 (8-ounce) package fat-free cream cheese, cut into pieces
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Salt and pepper to taste
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½ teaspoon paprika
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Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a 2-quart baking dish, combine the corn and green chilies.
In a small microwave-safe dish, heat the milk and cream cheese in the microwave until the cream cheese is melted, about 30 seconds. Mix with a fork to blend. Stir into the corn, and season with the salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the paprika. Bake for 30 minutes, or until bubbly. Serve.
Calories per serving: 108
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Makes 8 to 10 servings.
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CAULIFLOWER SUPREME
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1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
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½ cup plain nonfat yogurt
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½ cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
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½ teaspoon dry mustard
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Directions:
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the cauliflower in a microwave-safe dish with 1/3 cup water; cook covered in the microwave for 8 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Drain and transfer to a baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, cheese, mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper, and spread over the cauliflower. Bake, uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Serve.
Calories per serving: 97
Protein: 9g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Makes 4 servings.
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SAUTEED CHERRY TOMATOES WITH BASIL
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1 pound cherry or grape tomatoes
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley
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½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
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1 teaspoon sugar
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Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
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Directions:
Wash the tomatoes, and dry them well.
In a small bowl, combine the garlic, basil, parsley, and thyme.
Heat a skillet coated with non-stick cooking spray over medium heat, and add the tomatoes. Sprinkle with the sugar, salt, and pepper, and toss briefly until well heated. Stir in the garlic mixture, and sauté for 1 minute, or until the sugar melts and the mixture is heated thoroughly. Serve immediately.
Calories per serving: 22
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Makes 6 servings.
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COLESLAW
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1 head green or Savory cabbage
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2 large carrots, peeled and coarsely grated
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1 cup raisins
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¼ cup fat-free mayonnaise
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1 teaspoon mustard powder
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1 teaspoon celery seeds
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4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
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1 tablespoon sugar
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Directions:
Discard the coarse outer cabbage leaves. Cut the cabbage into 2-inch wedges and remove the core. Slice the wedges very thinly crosswise. Transfer to a large bowl and add the carrots and raisins.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, mustard, celery seeds, vinegar, and sugar; thin with a little water is desired. Pour over the coleslaw and toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes or chill for up to 2 hours to let the flavors develop before serving.
Calories per serving: 170
Protein: 3g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Makes 6 to 8 servings.
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DIRTY RICE
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Low Calorie cooking spray
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¼ cup finely diced onion
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¼ cup finely diced celery
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½ green bell pepper, finely diced
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2 1/3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
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¾ teaspoon poultry seasoning
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1 box (6-ounce) long grain and wild rice mix, Uncle Ben’s
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Directions:
- In a medium skillet, spray low calorie cooking spray and heat. Add onion, celery, and pepper to hot oil. Sauté until vegetables are soft but not brown.
- Add broth and poultry seasoning; bring to boil. Add rice and seasoning packet. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 25 minutes. Fluff with fork and serve.
Calories per serving: 198
Makes 4 4oz. servings.
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WHITE BEANS
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1 pound navy or pea beans
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½ green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
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3 stalks celery, chopped
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1 onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ cup diced lean ham
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3 bay leaves
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1 tablespoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons Splenda Brown Sugar, optional
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Directions:
Soak the beans overnight in water. Rinse and drain. Add olive oil to a large non-stick pot and sauté the green pepper, celery, onion, and garlic until tender. Add the beans and water to cover. Add the ham, bay leaves, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, lower heat, and simmer, covered, for 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
Calories per serving: 156
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Makes 12-3 oz servings.
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APPLE RICE PILAF WITH TOASTED ALMONDS
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& Ingredients
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1 tablespoon butter
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¼ onion, finely chopped
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¼ Golden Delicious apple, finely chopped
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2 cups light apple juice
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2 cups long grain instant rice, Uncle Bens
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¼ cup silvered almonds, toasted
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Directions:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and apple, and sauté until soft. Add apple juice and bring to boil.
- Stir in rice. Cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes, stir in almonds.
Calories per serving: 187
Makes 6 servings.
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BROCCOLI WITH MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
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& Ingredients
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1 bunch fresh broccoli, trimmed and cut into florets
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¼ cup finely chopped green onions (scallions)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon dried tarragon leaves
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½ teaspoon dry mustard
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
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Directions:
Place the broccoli in a microwave-safe dish with ¼ cup water. Cover, and cook 8 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender; drain.
Combine the green onion, garlic, tarragon, and dry mustard in a bowl. Whisk the oil into the green onion mixture. Add the vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the vinaigrette over the broccoli, tossing to coat. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Calories per serving: 39
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Makes 8 Servings.
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JULIENNE
SQUASH
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1/2
cup thin sliced scallion
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2
Cups zucchini, cut into 2 in. julienne strips
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2
Cups yellow squash, cut into 2 in. julienne strips
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1
Cup red bell pepper, chopped fine
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Directions:
Saute onion over medium-high heat until soft using low calorie cooking spray.
Add zucchini, squash & pepper and salt & pepper to taste & cook
until vegetables are tender-about 5 min.
Notes:
Makes 4 Servings: Serving Size = 1 1/3 Cups, Fat: 0.23g, Calories:
50/serving.
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TANGY
CUCUMBERS
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& Ingredients
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Directions:
Mix all ingredients and marinate overnight. Adjust the Vinegar and
Splenda to taste. If you are a garlic Lover, add a clove or two.
Notes:
Makes 4 – 2 Cup servings. Serving size = 2 Cups, Fat: 0 g, 50 Calories/serving.
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VEGETABLE
KABOBS
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Directions:
Cut vegetables into half-inch chunks or wedges and toss with seasonings.
Let sit for one half hour. Spry grill with low calorie cooking spray..Grill
or broil until color shows on vegetables, about 10-15 minutes. 6
servings: 0.5 g fat/47 cal/per serving.
Notes:
Servings: 6, Fat: 0.5 g, Calories: 47
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OVEN-ROASTED
VEGETABLES
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1
med zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
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1
med summer squash, cut into bite-sizes pieces
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1
med red bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
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1
med yellow bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
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1lb
fresh asparagus, cut into bite-size pieces
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1
red onion, chopped
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3
tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1
teaspoon salt
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1/2
teaspoon black pepper
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Directions:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place the zucchini, squash, bell peppers,
asparagus and onion in a large roasting pan, and toss with the oil, salt
and black pepper. Spread in a single layer. Roasting for 30 minutes, stirring
occasionally, until the vegetables are lightly browned and tender.
Notes:
Calories per serving: 170 Fat:11g Protein: 5g
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BAKED
FRENCH FRIES
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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Two large potatoes
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1/2
teaspoon salt
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1
tablespoon olive oil
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1/8
teaspoon paprika
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Directions:
Preheat oven to 450-degrees.
Peel potatoes and cut into slices 4-inches long and 1/4-inch wide; place in a
bowl of iced water to crisp. Just before cooking, turn onto paper towel and pat
dry. Spread pieces in one layer of a shallow baking pan. Sprinkle with the vegetables
oil. Shake pan to spread oil evenly over potatoes. Bake 30-40 minutes, turning
frequently, until gold brown. Empty potatoes onto paper towels. Sprinkle with
salt and paprika.
Notes:
Per serving: Calories 93, Total Fat 3g, Cholesterol 0mg
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DRIED
BEANS, PEAS AND LENTILS RECIPES
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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Soak beans using method 1 or method 2.
Soaking
Method 1
Stir in 1 teaspoon salt into 6 cups of water for each 1 pound of dried beans.
Wash beans; add to salted water. Soak overnight.
Soaking Method 2
Bring 8 cups of water for each 1 pound of beans to a boil. Wash beans, add to
boiling water. Bring to a second boil; boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cover
and let soak for 1 hour. Drain. Rinse. Discard soaking water. |
Directions:
Cook soaked beans as
follows: For 12 pound of soaked beans bring 6 cups of water,
1 teaspoon salt and 1 onion to a boil. Add beans; boil gently, uncovered, 25
minutes to 2 hours or until tender. Cooking times will vary according to types
used. Add more water or broth as necessary during cooking to keep beans covered.
Notes:
One pound beans yields 6 cups cooked beans or 3 cans.
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BLACK
BEANS WITH TANGY SAUCE
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1-1/4
cups dried black beans (3 cups cooked)
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1-3/4
cup chopped onion
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1
can (16 oz) tomatoes, chopped, undrained
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1/2
teaspoon garlic powder
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1-1/2
teaspoon salt
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1/8
teaspoon red pepper sauce
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2
whole cloves
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1
onion, peeled
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1
green pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
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2-2/3
cup cooked rice
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Directions:
Place beans in 4 cups water, cover, and soak overnight in a cool
place.
Combine tomatoes 3/4 chopped onion, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and red
pepper sauce. Cover and refrigerate overnight to blend flavors of sauce.
Add 1 teaspoon salt to beans and bring to a boil. Cover pan, reduce heat, and
simmer 60 minutes.
Stick whole cloves in peeled onion and add to beans along with garlic. cover
an simmer 60 minutes, adding more water if needed.
About 15 minutes before beans are done, saute 1 cup chopped onion and green pepper
in small amount of water in a small skillet until onion is tender and transparent.
Remove whole onion from beans, add cooked chopped onion and green pepper, and
simmer a few minutes to blend flavors.
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Salads
CAESAR SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
I clove garlic
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
1 large bunch romaine lettuce, cleaned and torn into pieces
1/3 cup croutons, optional
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Directions:
Combine all ingredients except lettuce and croutons in a food processor and blend until smooth. Pour over lettuce, tossing well. Top with croutons, if desired.
Calories per serving: 63
Protein: 3g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Makes 4 servings.
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SPINACH SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1 (12-ounce) bag fresh spinach, washed, and torn into pieces
½ cup sliced green onion (scallions)
1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
½ cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
1/3 cup fat-free canned chicken broth
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 dashed hot pepper sauce
1 (11-ounce) can mandarin orange slices, drained
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Directions:
Combine the fresh spinach, green onion, water chestnuts, and Monterey Jack cheese. Toss well and set aside.
Combine the brown sugar, chicken broth, vinegar, and hot pepper sauce in a small saucepan. Stir well, and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, and stir in the mandarin orange slices.
Pour the mandarin mixture over the spinach mixture. Toss gently. Serve immediately.
Calories per serving: 102
Protein: 5g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Makes 6 servings.
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SALMON PASTA SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1 pound fresh salmon fillet
1 (8-ounce) package rotini (spiral) pasta
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
½ cup nonfat yogurt
½ teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons dried dill weed leaves
½ teaspoon white pepper
1 cup diced celery
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
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Directions:
Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place the salmon in a shallow non-stick baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray, and bake for 15 minutes, or pan-fry, until the salmon is thoroughly cooked and flakes easily. Set aside to cool. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, omitting any oil and salt. Drain, rinse, and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, yogurt, sugar, dill weed, and pepper. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mix the celery, artichoke hearts, pasta, and dressing. Remove the skin from the salmon, flake into chunks, and add to the pasta mixture, tossing gently. Chill until ready to serve.
Calories per serving: 305
Protein: 22g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Makes 4-6 servings.
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EXCEPTIONAL TUNA SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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2 cans (7 ounce) tuna packaged in water
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon green pickle relish
½ lemon, juiced
Pinch of ground cloves
Garlic and onion powder to taste (optional)
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Directions:
Drain the tuna and place in a medium bowl, gently breaking into pieces with a fork. Add the celery.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise then slowly add the vinegar while stirring. Add the relish, lemon juice, and cloves. Spoon over the tuna and mix to combine. Season with garlic and onion powder, if using.
Calories per serving: 100
Protein: 14g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Makes 6 servings.
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GRILLED TUNA SALAD WITH WASABI-GINGER VINAIGRETTE
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup lime juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon wasabi paste
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 green onions (scallions), finely chopped
4 grilled tuna steaks, 2 inches thick (about 4 ounces each)
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
4 cups mixed greens
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Directions:
Combine the soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, wasabi, ginger, and green onion in a large bowl, and whisk. Taste for seasoning. Set aside.
Cut the grilled tuna into large chunks, and toss with the vinaigrette. Set aside.
Combine the red onion and greens in a large bowl, and toss well. Place the mixture on four plates. Spoon the tuna on top and serve.
Calories per serving: 165
Protein: 27g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Makes 4 servings.
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TUNA AND WHITE BEAN SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1 (12-ounce) can solid white tuna, packed in water, drained
1 cup chopped green onions (scallions)
1 (15-ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
½ cup diced celery
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
¼ teaspoon pepper
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Directions:
In a large bowl, combine the tuna, green onion, white beans, parsley, and celery, tossing well.
In a small bowl, blend the lemon juice, olive oil, rosemary, and pepper. Pour over the tuna mixture, and stir gently to combine. Refrigerate for 2 hours, or let stand at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Calories per serving: 161
Protein: 18g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Makes 4-6 servings. |
DELUXE TUNA SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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2 (6-ounce) cans solid white tuna, packed in water, drained
1 (11-ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
¼ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and halved
1 cup sliced water chestnuts, drained
¼ cup light mayonnaise
¼ cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1 bunch green onions (scallions), chopped
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Directions:
In a large bowl, carefully combine the tuna, oranges, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, and water chestnuts.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, sugar, and green onions, and fold into the tuna mixture. Serve immediately or refrigerate.
Calories per serving: 129
Protein: 12g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Makes 18 servings.
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BLACK EYED PEA AND RICE SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1 (6-ounce) box long-grain and wild rice mix
2 cups cooked white rice
½ cup chopped red onion
¼ cup finely sliced green onions (scallions)
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 (15-ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
¼ cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste |
Directions:
Cook the rice mix according to the directions on the package, omitting margarine; cool. Combine with the white rice, onion, green onion, bell peppers, parsley, garlic, and black-eyed peas.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, mustard, jalapeno pepper, salt, and pepper. Toss with the rice mixture, and refrigerate until serving.
Makes 14 to 16 servings. |
CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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Directions:
In a bowl, combine the cucumber, tomato, onion, and Feta.
In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, vinegar, sugar, oil, salt, and pepper. Toss with the cucumber mixture.
Refrigerate until serving.
Makes 6 (½-cup) servings. |
RASPBERRY SPINACH SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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3 tablespoons raspberry wine vinegar
3 tablespoons raspberry jam
¼ cup canola oil
8 cups fresh spinach, washed, stemmed, and torn into pieces
¼ cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
1 cup fresh raspberries
3 kiwis, peeled and sliced
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Directions:
Combine the vinegar and jam in a food processor or blender. Add the oil in a thin stream, blending well; set aside.
Carefully toss the fresh spinach, nuts, raspberries, and kiwis with the dressing. Serve immediately.
Calories per serving: 145
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Makes 8 servings.
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TOSSED
GREEN SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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Directions:
Place lettuce in a salad bowl. Combine remaining ingredients in a jar
with a tight-fitting lid. Season with pepper to taste and shake
vigorously. Pour dressing over salad and toss.
Per serving: calories 96, fat 8.8g, cholesterol 0mg, protein 2.0g, carbohydrates
3.4g, fiber 2.0g, sugar 0.9g, sodium 34mg
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SUMMER
FRUIT SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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Directions:
Wash the apples and grapes, and peel the oranges and bananas. Wash the strawberries
and remove the stems. Chop the apples, bananas, and oranges into bite size pieces.
Cut the strawberries in half. Leave grapes whole.
Combine all the fruit in a large bowl, and stir in yogurt. If you want extra
crunch, stir in the granola.
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STEAK
AND VEGETABLE SALAD
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1
med zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
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1
med summer squash, cut into bite-sizes pieces
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1
med red bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
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1
med yellow bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
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1lb
fresh asparagus, cut into bite-size pieces
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1
red onion, chopped
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3
tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1
teaspoon salt
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1/2
teaspoon black pepper
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Directions:
Fresh Herb Vinaigrette (recipe follows)
Grill steak over medium-hot coals to desired degree of doneness, about 20 minutes
for medium, turning steak halfway through cooking time. Slice steak, diagonally
across grain, into scant 1/4-inch slices.
Combine sliced meat and vegetables in shallow serving bowl. Pour dressing over
and toss. Serve immediately or refrigerate several hours and serve chilled.
Notes:
If desired, steak can be broiled rather than grilled for the same
amount of time.
How
to lower the fat content:
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Cut
off all visible fat then place in a large re-sealable
plastic
bag with a mix of 1⁄2 C of both red wine
and olive oil.
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Allow
meat to marinate 24 hrs.
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Take
steak out; drain 1 hr, discard marinade. Add spices to
your taste.
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HERB
VINAIGRETTE
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Required
Items
& Ingredients
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1/3 cup red wine vinegar
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1/4
cup water
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3
tablespoons olive
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2
tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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2
cloves garlic, minced
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2
tablespoons NutraSweet® Spoonful™
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3
tablespoons minced fresh or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
leaves
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3
tablespoons minced fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
leaves
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3
tablespoons minced fresh or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
leaves
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3
tablespoons minced fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
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1/2
teaspoon salt
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1/4
teaspoon pepper
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Directions: | | |