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    Sausage and Bean Stew (Crock Pot)

    Sausage and Bean Stew (Crock Pot)

    What a great appetizer or lunch. The sausage, beans and garlic make a perfect stew. Served with cheese toast, this makes a great dish to serve to guests. Even with the bread, this dish comes in under 400 calories !! 6 servings 350 calories per serving 2 t oil 3 ...

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    Hamburger Soup (Crock Pot)

    Hamburger Soup (Crock Pot)

    This is so tasty – it’s something I have made many times and everyone who eats it is always delighted with the great heartiness and warmth. Beings this is a crock pot recipe, you can start this one before work, come home, drop in the noodles and in ...

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    Chinese Pulled Pork

    Chinese Pulled Pork (Crock Pot)

    This recipe was really interesting. Usually when you think of pulled pork, you expect a spicy Southwest flavor. But this one has an awesome Chinese sauce that is mellow and mild and is perfect with pulled pork. 8 servings 227 calories per serving 1/4 c soy sauce 1/4 c ...

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    I'm so very pleased to announce the 400 Calorie or Less App and eBooks ! The eBooks are now available for the Nook and the Kindle. There are 4 eBooks and they each host 40+ recipes to help you lose weight while eating the foods you love and ...

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    Easy Pork Carnitas

    Easy Pork Carnitas

    This is another great authentic recipe that cooks all day in the crock pot - it turns out a fantastically tender and juicy meat that is easily shredded and tastes great with a bit of lime and avocado. 4 servings 208 calories per serving 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground ...

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    Black Bean Chili (Crock Pot)

    Black Bean Chili (Crock Pot)

    This is one of the most awesome chili recipes I have ever made ! The depth of flavor was amazing. This is a truly authentic, rich, aromatic and spicy chili that is just plain PERFECT. Don’t forget the squirt of lime just before serving – it actually ...

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    Chicken Tortellini Stew (Crock Pot)

    Chicken Tortellini Stew (Crock Pot)

    This is a soupy stew or a thick soup :) Whatever it is, it's absolutely delicious. The sweet fennel adds just the little something different that makes this meal one of a kind. 6 servings 380 calories per serving 2 carrots, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast cut ...

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    Lasagna (Crock Pot)

    Lasagna (Crock Pot)

    Even traditional lasagna lovers like this one - and it is nice and easy to do. Start it at lunch time and have dinner ready 4 hours later. Take a look at my video below for instructions on how to layer it in your crock. 8 servings 275 calories per ...

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    September 4th, 2012adminLunch, Vegetables

    You can serve these veggies in bread, on top of a salad, or in a crunchy taco shell. I choose a taco ! Spreading the cheese inside the taco makes for a great bite from start to finish.

    Grilled Veggie Tacos

    Grilled Veggie Tacos

    4 servings (1 serving = 2 tacos)
    230 calories per serving

    Get taco shells and spread the inside with the spread mix – then put in veggies – if more room, add extra chopped lettuce for crunch

    Spread:
    3.5 oz. goat cheese
    ¼ c roasted red peppers
    1 t chopped chives
    1 t liquid from jar of roasted red peppers

    Veggies:
    1 T oil (used in an oil mister, 1 T goes a long way !)
    1 t Kosher salt
    4 large Portobello mushrooms halved
    1 red bell pepper, quartered lengthwise
    1 yellow bell pepper, quartered lengthwise
    1 small eggplant in ¼ inch slices
    4 taco shells
    4 lettuce leaves, chopped
    Pam

    Preheat broiler. Process all the ingredients for the spread in a food processor and then set aside. Spray a baking sheet with Pam and place mushrooms, peppers and eggplant in a single layer on sheet and spray with oil and sprinkle with salt. Broil 8 minutes, turn, then broil another 5 minutes or until tender. Cool for a bit and then slice up. Spread inside of tacos with the cheese mix and then add lettuce and then veggies.

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    June 12th, 2012adminMexican, MUFAs

    The folks at Avocados From Mexico have just launched a new recipes section on their site “Recipes From Avocado Lovers” to give foodies who love avocados, the opportunity to upload their favorite avocado recipes, download ringtones, wallpapers and other fun items to show their avocado love and discover other fan favorite avocado recipes.



    Avocados are such a favorite of mine. As well as providing MUFAs in your diet they add soooo much flavor to any dish. Here is one of my favorite recipes – it highlights all the creamy goodness of avocados.

    Avocado Tacos

    Avocado Tacos

    Avocado Tacos

    6 servings
    290 calories per serving

    12 6 inch tortillas
    3 avocados, mashed
    1/4 t garlic salt
    ¾ c chopped cilantro
    Pepper to taste
    A few drops of Tabasco sauce
    12 tomato slices
    Lime juice

    Mix avocados, garlic, pepper, Tabasco and cilantro. Spread the mixture in each tortilla and add 2 tomato slices. Squirt with lime, fold and eat.

    Check out “Recipes From Avocado Lovers” today and get some great ideas for this perfect food !

     

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    May 23rd, 2012adminDinner, Kid Friendly, Mexican, turkey

    Whip this up in a flash – save and bake later or bake right away for a super Mexican inspired dinner. Serve with some sliced avocado for a special treat.

    Taco Pie

    Taco Pie

    6 servings
    296 calories per serving

    1 lb. extra lean ground turkey
    2 t dried onion
    1 Tbsp. taco seasoning (more if you like your meat zesty and flavorful)
    14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained well
    12 oz. frozen corn, thawed and drained
    4 La Tortilla Factory low carb tortilla wraps (only 80 calories each!)
    1 c low fat shredded cheddar cheese
    1/4 c light sour cream

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Brown meat with dried onions and taco seasoning then add tomatoes and corn and cook 5 minutes. Spoon 1 1/2 c of the mix into a 2 quart square or round casserole dish. Spread out and then top with 2 tortillas. Add the rest of the meat mix and 1/2 c of cheese. Add 2 more tortillas and the rest of the cheese and cover and bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 5 minutes.

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    October 15th, 2011adminchicken, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Mexican

    Super good – this stacks up to any taco you find out there and the kids love to make these. These tacos really hit the spot.

    Soft Chicken Tacos

    Soft Chicken Tacos

    10 servings
    249 calories per serving

    1 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken, cut into bite sized cubes
    1t red vinegar
    Juice of one half a lime
    1/2 t salt
    1/2 t pepper
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1 t oregano flakes
    10 6 inch flour tortillas
    1 tomato, diced
    1/4 c shredded lettuce
    1/4 c shredded Monterey Jack cheese
    1/4 c salsa
    Pam
    1 avocado, sliced

    Spray a skillet with Pam and cook chicken 6-7 minutes or until done. Mix in vinegar, juice, salt, pepper, garlic and oregano and simmer 5 minutes. Heat tortillas half a minute in microwave. Put chicken mix in tacos and top with cheese, tomato, lettuce and salsa. Top with 2 slices of avocado per taco.

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    September 22nd, 2011adminLunch, Mexican, MUFAs

    Creamy goodness all wrapped up in a yummy tortilla. Get your MUFA for the day and smile while you do it ;) This tastes much like yummy guacamole; just a bit milder, but perfect for a lunch tortilla.

    Avocado Tacos

    Avocado Tacos

    6 servings
    290 calories per serving

    12 6 inch tortillas
    3 avocados, mashed
    1/4 t garlic salt
    ¾ c chopped cilantro
    Pepper to taste
    A few drops of Tabasco sauce
    12 tomato slices
    Lime juice

    Mix avocados, garlic, pepper, Tabasco and cilantro. Spread the mixture in each tortilla and add 2 tomato slices. Squirt with lime, fold and eat.

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    May 10th, 2010adminchicken, Lunch, Mexican

    I always find tostados a bit hard to eat – do you crack the tortilla and scoop? Do you pick it all up and eat it like a pizza? For this one, I folded the shell over like a taco :) The flavors in this dish mix incredibly well and this is a GREAT lunch.

    Chicken and Cheese Tostados

    Chicken and Cheese Tostados

    6 servings
    280 calories per serving

    6 6 inch flour tortillas
    1 package (1.4 oz) taco seasoning
    1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts in bite sized pieces
    ½ c water
    2 large tomatoes, chopped
    7 oz. shredded non fat cheddar cheese
    6 T low fat sour cream
    ¼ c chopped cilantro
    Pam

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees and place tortillas on a cookie sheet and spray with Pam. Sprinkle with 1 t taco seasoning and bake 8 minutes or until tortillas are crisp and golden. Mix chicken with the rest of the seasoning mix and water and bring to a boil in a skillet then simmer 5 minutes or until chicken is done. Add 1 ½ c tomatoes and cook another 2-3 minutes them remove from heat and stir in 1 ¼ c cheese. Place the mix over the heated tortillas and then top with the rest of the tomatoes and cheese.

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