World Best Healthy Food: March 2016

Thursday, March 31, 2016

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

chicken ropa vieja

Ingredients

Servings: 4
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast
1 small onion, quartered
1 tomato, quartered
1 carrot, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1/4 cup tomato puree
1/4 cup dry white
1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
salt and pepper to taste

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place chicken, onion, tomato, carrot, and 2 cloves of garlic into a large pot. add water to cover, then bring to a boil. skim and discard the foam that has floated to the surface. reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered until the chicken is tender, 30 to 40 minutes. place the chicken into a bowl and shred it into strips as thick as a pencil; set aside. strain the cooking liquid and discard the vegetables.
heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. stir in the garlic, onions, green peppers, and red peppers. cook and stir until the vegetables have softened, 3 to 4 minutes. stir in tomato puree, white , chicken, and enough of the reserved broth to create a thick sauce. season with cumin, salt, and pepper. simmer for about 5 minutes more to reduce the sauce slightly and coat the shredded chicken.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

low-fat blueberry bran muffins

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 1/2 cups wheat bran
1 cup nonfat milk
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 egg
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup blueberries

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preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease muffin cups or use paper muffin liners. mix together wheat bran and milk, and let stand for 10 minutes.
in a large bowl, mix together applesauce, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla. beat in bran mixture. sift together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. stir into bran mixture until just blended. fold in blueberries. scoop into muffin cups.
bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly tapped.

Easy Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 4
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup fat free italian-style dressing
1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 zucchini

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place washed chicken breasts in large sealable bag. add 1 cup fat-free italian dressing and close. let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
cut up peppers into big chunks, and zucchini into big slices. put into another sealable bag. coat with leftover dressing.
grill chicken and veggies over medium heat.

Apple Banana Smoothie

Ingredients

Servings: 2
1 frozen bananas, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup orange juice
1 gala apple, peeled, cored and chopped
1/4 cup milk

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in a blender combine frozen banana, orange juice, apple and milk. blend until smooth. pour into glasses and serve.

annie's fruit salsa and cinnamon chips

Ingredients

Servings: 10
2 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 apples - peeled, cored and diced
8 ounces raspberries
1 pound strawberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
butter flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

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in a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.
preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. spray again with cooking spray.
bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. serve with chilled fruit mixture.

Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip

Ingredients

Servings: 5
2 (10 ounce) cans natural chunk chicken, drained
3/4 cup hot pepper sauce (such as frank's redhot®)
2 (8 ounce) packages neufchatel cheese, softened
1 cup light ranch dressing
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided
1 bunch celery, cleaned and cut into 4 inch pieces
8 ounces multi-grain crackers

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heat chicken and hot pepper sauce in a skillet over medium heat, until heated through, about 5 minutes. stir in neufchatel cheese and ranch dressing. cook and stir until well blended and warm, 5 to 7 minutes. mix in half of the shredded cheddar cheese, then transfer mixture to a slow cooker.
sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese over top, cover, and cook on low until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes. serve with celery sticks and crackers.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

playgroup granola bars

Ingredients

Servings: 24
2 cups rolled oats
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup wheat germ
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup raisins (optional)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup honey
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). generously grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
in a large bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, wheat germ, cinnamon, flour, raisins and salt. make a well in the center, and pour in the honey, egg, oil and vanilla. mix well using your hands. pat the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bars begin to turn golden at the edges. cool for 5 minutes, then cut into bars while still warm. do not allow the bars to cool completely before cutting, or they will be too hard to cut.

unbelievable chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared coarse-ground mustard
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 lime, juiced
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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in a large glass bowl, mix the vinegar, mustard, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. whisk in the olive oil. place chicken in the mixture. cover, and marinate 8 hours, or overnight.
preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
lightly oil the grill grate. place chicken on the prepared grill, and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. discard marinade.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

unbelievable chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared coarse-ground mustard
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 lime, juiced
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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in a large glass bowl, mix the vinegar, mustard, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. whisk in the olive oil. place chicken in the mixture. cover, and marinate 8 hours, or overnight.
preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
lightly oil the grill grate. place chicken on the prepared grill, and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. discard marinade.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

T's Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients

Servings: 4
4 sweet potatoes, cut into large french fries
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

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preheat the oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
place the cut sweet potatoes into a microwave-safe dish with the water. cook on in the microwave for 5 minutes on full power. drain off liquid, and toss with italian seasoning, lemon pepper, salt, pepper, and olive oil. arrange fries on a baking sheet in a single layer.
bake for 30 minutes, turning once, or until fries are crispy on the outside.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Healthier Baked Ziti I

Ingredients

Servings: 10
1 pound ziti pasta
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground turkey
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
1 carrot, chopped
6 ounces provolone cheese, sliced
1 1/2 cups reduced-fat sour cream
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

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preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees c). lightly butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add ziti pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. drain.
heat a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and ground turkey until onion is translucent and turkey is no longer pink, about 7 minutes. add spaghetti sauce and carrot; simmer until heated through, about 15 minutes. layer ingredients into prepared baking dish as follows: half the ziti, provolone cheese, sour cream, half the sauce mixture, remaining ziti, mozzarella cheese, and remaining sauce mixture. top with grated parmesan cheese.
bake in preheated oven until cheeses are melted, about 30 minutes.

Bread Machine Sugar-free Bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 cup skim milk, luke warm
2 tablespoons warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon olive oil

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place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. select lightest setting; press start.

annie's fruit salsa and cinnamon chips

Ingredients

Servings: 10
2 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 apples - peeled, cored and diced
8 ounces raspberries
1 pound strawberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
butter flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

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in a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.
preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. spray again with cooking spray.
bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. serve with chilled fruit mixture.

amazing whole wheat pizza crust

Ingredients

Servings: 10
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

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in a large bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water. sprinkle yeast over the top, and let stand for about 10 minutes, until foamy.
stir the olive oil and salt into the yeast mixture, then mix in the whole wheat flour and 1 cup of the all-purpose flour until dough starts to come together. tip dough out a surface floured with the remaining all-purpose flour, and knead until all of the flour has been absorbed, and the ball of dough becomes smooth, about 10 minutes. place dough in an oiled bowl, and turn to coat the surface. cover loosely with a towel, and let stand in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
when the dough is doubled, tip the dough out a lightly floured surface, and divide into 2 pieces for 2 thin crust, or leave whole to make one thick crust. form into a tight ball. let rise for about 45 minutes, until doubled.
preheat the oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c). roll a ball of dough with a rolling pin until it will not stretch any further. then, drape it over both of your fists, and gently pull the edges outward, while rotating the crust. when the circle has reached the desired size, place on a well oiled pizza pan. top pizza with your favorite toppings, such as sauce, cheese, meats, or vegetables.
bake for 16 to 20 minutes (depending on thickness) in the preheated oven, until the crust is crisp and golden at the edges, and cheese is melted on the top.

annie's fruit salsa and cinnamon chips

Ingredients

Servings: 10
2 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 apples - peeled, cored and diced
8 ounces raspberries
1 pound strawberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
butter flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

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in a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.
preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. spray again with cooking spray.
bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. serve with chilled fruit mixture.

Monday, March 28, 2016

golly gee gluten-free pancakes

Ingredients

Servings: 9
1 egg
1/4 cup apple juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup amaranth flour
1/4 cup tapioca flour
3 tablespoons arrowroot flour
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon wheat-free baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

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in a medium mixing bowl, beat the egg with the apple juice and melted butter. add the remaining ingredients and stir.
heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. pour or scoop the batter the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. brown on both sides and serve hot. this batter must be used right away and can not sit and wait.

Orange Roasted Salmon

Ingredients

Servings: 5
2 oranges, sliced into rounds
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
5 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
1 tablespoon lemon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 cup orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey

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preheat the oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
in a small bowl or cup, stir together the lemon pepper, garlic powder, and dried parsley. place the slices from one of the oranges in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. place a layer of onion slices over the orange. drizzle with a little bit of olive oil, and sprinkle with half of the herb mixture.
place the dish in the preheated oven, and roast for about 25 minutes, or until the onions are browned and tender. remove the dish from the oven, and increase the temperature to 450 degrees f (220 degrees c).
push the onion and orange slices to the outer edge of the baking dish, and place the salmon fillets in the center. season with the remaining half of the herb mixture. whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice and honey in a small bowl. pour evenly over the salmon.
bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the salmon is opaque in the center. remove fillets to a serving dish, and discard the roasted orange. garnish fillets with roasted onions and fresh orange slices.

low-fat blueberry bran muffins

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 1/2 cups wheat bran
1 cup nonfat milk
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 egg
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup blueberries

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preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease muffin cups or use paper muffin liners. mix together wheat bran and milk, and let stand for 10 minutes.
in a large bowl, mix together applesauce, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla. beat in bran mixture. sift together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. stir into bran mixture until just blended. fold in blueberries. scoop into muffin cups.
bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly tapped.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Easy Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 4
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup fat free italian-style dressing
1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 zucchini

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place washed chicken breasts in large sealable bag. add 1 cup fat-free italian dressing and close. let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
cut up peppers into big chunks, and zucchini into big slices. put into another sealable bag. coat with leftover dressing.
grill chicken and veggies over medium heat.

Apple Banana Smoothie

Ingredients

Servings: 2
1 frozen bananas, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup orange juice
1 gala apple, peeled, cored and chopped
1/4 cup milk

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in a blender combine frozen banana, orange juice, apple and milk. blend until smooth. pour into glasses and serve.

Sunday, March 27, 2016

annie's fruit salsa and cinnamon chips

Ingredients

Servings: 10
2 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 apples - peeled, cored and diced
8 ounces raspberries
1 pound strawberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
butter flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

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in a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.
preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. spray again with cooking spray.
bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. serve with chilled fruit mixture.

unbelievable chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared coarse-ground mustard
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 lime, juiced
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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in a large glass bowl, mix the vinegar, mustard, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. whisk in the olive oil. place chicken in the mixture. cover, and marinate 8 hours, or overnight.
preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
lightly oil the grill grate. place chicken on the prepared grill, and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. discard marinade.

Bread Machine Sugar-free Bread

Ingredients

Servings: 1
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 cup skim milk, luke warm
2 tablespoons warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon olive oil

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place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. select lightest setting; press start.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Easier Chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 4
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup

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in a medium bowl, stir together the flour, garlic salt, pepper, and oregano. dredge chicken in the mixture to lightly coat.
heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. fry the chicken in the skillet for 2 minutes, or until lightly browned on one side. turn chicken over, and add mushrooms. cook about 2 minutes, until other side of chicken is lightly browned. stir mushrooms so that they cook evenly.
pour over the chicken. cover skillet, and reduce heat to low; simmer for 10 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

playgroup granola bars

Ingredients

Servings: 24
2 cups rolled oats
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup wheat germ
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup raisins (optional)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup honey
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). generously grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
in a large bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, wheat germ, cinnamon, flour, raisins and salt. make a well in the center, and pour in the honey, egg, oil and vanilla. mix well using your hands. pat the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bars begin to turn golden at the edges. cool for 5 minutes, then cut into bars while still warm. do not allow the bars to cool completely before cutting, or they will be too hard to cut.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Spicy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 sweet potatoes, cut into french fries
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

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preheat the oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
in a plastic bag, combine the sweet potatoes, canola oil, taco seasoning, and cayenne pepper. close and shake the bag until the fries are evenly coated. spread the fries out in a single layer on two large baking sheets.
bake for 30 minutes, or until crispy and brown on one side. turn the fries over using a spatula, and cook for another 30 minutes, or until they are all crispy on the outside and tender inside. thinner fries may not take as long.

Saturday, March 26, 2016

chicken satay

Ingredients

Servings: 12
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup lemon or lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed

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in a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, curry powder, garlic and hot pepper sauce. place the chicken breasts in the marinade and refrigerate. let the chicken marinate at least 2 hours, overnight is best.
preheat a grill to high heat.
weave the chicken skewers, then grill for 5 minutes per side.

amazing whole wheat pizza crust

Ingredients

Servings: 10
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

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in a large bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water. sprinkle yeast over the top, and let stand for about 10 minutes, until foamy.
stir the olive oil and salt into the yeast mixture, then mix in the whole wheat flour and 1 cup of the all-purpose flour until dough starts to come together. tip dough out a surface floured with the remaining all-purpose flour, and knead until all of the flour has been absorbed, and the ball of dough becomes smooth, about 10 minutes. place dough in an oiled bowl, and turn to coat the surface. cover loosely with a towel, and let stand in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
when the dough is doubled, tip the dough out a lightly floured surface, and divide into 2 pieces for 2 thin crust, or leave whole to make one thick crust. form into a tight ball. let rise for about 45 minutes, until doubled.
preheat the oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c). roll a ball of dough with a rolling pin until it will not stretch any further. then, drape it over both of your fists, and gently pull the edges outward, while rotating the crust. when the circle has reached the desired size, place on a well oiled pizza pan. top pizza with your favorite toppings, such as sauce, cheese, meats, or vegetables.
bake for 16 to 20 minutes (depending on thickness) in the preheated oven, until the crust is crisp and golden at the edges, and cheese is melted on the top.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

golly gee gluten-free pancakes

Ingredients

Servings: 9
1 egg
1/4 cup apple juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup amaranth flour
1/4 cup tapioca flour
3 tablespoons arrowroot flour
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon wheat-free baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

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in a medium mixing bowl, beat the egg with the apple juice and melted butter. add the remaining ingredients and stir.
heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. pour or scoop the batter the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. brown on both sides and serve hot. this batter must be used right away and can not sit and wait.

annie's fruit salsa and cinnamon chips

Ingredients

Servings: 10
2 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 apples - peeled, cored and diced
8 ounces raspberries
1 pound strawberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
butter flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

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in a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.
preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. spray again with cooking spray.
bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. serve with chilled fruit mixture.

unbelievable chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared coarse-ground mustard
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 lime, juiced
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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in a large glass bowl, mix the vinegar, mustard, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. whisk in the olive oil. place chicken in the mixture. cover, and marinate 8 hours, or overnight.
preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
lightly oil the grill grate. place chicken on the prepared grill, and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. discard marinade.

Friday, March 25, 2016

low-fat blueberry bran muffins

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 1/2 cups wheat bran
1 cup nonfat milk
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 egg
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup blueberries

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preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease muffin cups or use paper muffin liners. mix together wheat bran and milk, and let stand for 10 minutes.
in a large bowl, mix together applesauce, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla. beat in bran mixture. sift together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. stir into bran mixture until just blended. fold in blueberries. scoop into muffin cups.
bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly tapped.

Orange Roasted Salmon

Ingredients

Servings: 5
2 oranges, sliced into rounds
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
5 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
1 tablespoon lemon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 cup orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey

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preheat the oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
in a small bowl or cup, stir together the lemon pepper, garlic powder, and dried parsley. place the slices from one of the oranges in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. place a layer of onion slices over the orange. drizzle with a little bit of olive oil, and sprinkle with half of the herb mixture.
place the dish in the preheated oven, and roast for about 25 minutes, or until the onions are browned and tender. remove the dish from the oven, and increase the temperature to 450 degrees f (220 degrees c).
push the onion and orange slices to the outer edge of the baking dish, and place the salmon fillets in the center. season with the remaining half of the herb mixture. whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice and honey in a small bowl. pour evenly over the salmon.
bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the salmon is opaque in the center. remove fillets to a serving dish, and discard the roasted orange. garnish fillets with roasted onions and fresh orange slices.

playgroup granola bars

Ingredients

Servings: 24
2 cups rolled oats
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup wheat germ
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup raisins (optional)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup honey
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). generously grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
in a large bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, wheat germ, cinnamon, flour, raisins and salt. make a well in the center, and pour in the honey, egg, oil and vanilla. mix well using your hands. pat the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bars begin to turn golden at the edges. cool for 5 minutes, then cut into bars while still warm. do not allow the bars to cool completely before cutting, or they will be too hard to cut.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

unbelievable chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared coarse-ground mustard
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 lime, juiced
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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in a large glass bowl, mix the vinegar, mustard, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. whisk in the olive oil. place chicken in the mixture. cover, and marinate 8 hours, or overnight.
preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
lightly oil the grill grate. place chicken on the prepared grill, and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. discard marinade.

Apple Banana Smoothie

Ingredients

Servings: 2
1 frozen bananas, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup orange juice
1 gala apple, peeled, cored and chopped
1/4 cup milk

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in a blender combine frozen banana, orange juice, apple and milk. blend until smooth. pour into glasses and serve.

Easy Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 4
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup fat free italian-style dressing
1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 zucchini

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place washed chicken breasts in large sealable bag. add 1 cup fat-free italian dressing and close. let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
cut up peppers into big chunks, and zucchini into big slices. put into another sealable bag. coat with leftover dressing.
grill chicken and veggies over medium heat.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Pineapple Muffins

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup bran cereal with raisins
1 cup nonfat milk
3 tablespoons applesauce
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 egg
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
in a bowl, combine flour and baking powder. stir in cereal, milk, applesauce and egg. fold in pineapple and nuts. scoop batter into prepared muffin cups.
bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of a muffin comes out clean.

Thursday, March 24, 2016

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

unbelievable chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared coarse-ground mustard
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 lime, juiced
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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in a large glass bowl, mix the vinegar, mustard, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. whisk in the olive oil. place chicken in the mixture. cover, and marinate 8 hours, or overnight.
preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
lightly oil the grill grate. place chicken on the prepared grill, and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. discard marinade.

chicken satay

Ingredients

Servings: 12
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup lemon or lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed

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in a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, curry powder, garlic and hot pepper sauce. place the chicken breasts in the marinade and refrigerate. let the chicken marinate at least 2 hours, overnight is best.
preheat a grill to high heat.
weave the chicken skewers, then grill for 5 minutes per side.

annie's fruit salsa and cinnamon chips

Ingredients

Servings: 10
2 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 apples - peeled, cored and diced
8 ounces raspberries
1 pound strawberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
butter flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

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in a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.
preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. spray again with cooking spray.
bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. serve with chilled fruit mixture.

Healthier Banana Sour Cream Bread

Ingredients

Servings: 4
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups white sugar
3 eggs
6 very ripe bananas, mashed
1 (16 ounce) container reduced fat sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons baking soda
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white whole wheat flour
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

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preheat oven to 300 degrees f (150 degrees c). grease four 7x3-inch loaf pans.
stir together 2 tablespoons white sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl. dust pans lightly with sugar mixture.
beat butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. blend in eggs, mashed bananas, sour cream, vanilla extract, and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. whisk together salt, baking soda, all-purpose flour, and whole wheat flour in a bowl. stir flour mixture into butter mixture until just combined; fold in nuts. divide into prepared pans.
bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 1 hour.

Easy Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 4
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup fat free italian-style dressing
1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 zucchini

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place washed chicken breasts in large sealable bag. add 1 cup fat-free italian dressing and close. let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
cut up peppers into big chunks, and zucchini into big slices. put into another sealable bag. coat with leftover dressing.
grill chicken and veggies over medium heat.

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

amazing whole wheat pizza crust

Ingredients

Servings: 10
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

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in a large bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water. sprinkle yeast over the top, and let stand for about 10 minutes, until foamy.
stir the olive oil and salt into the yeast mixture, then mix in the whole wheat flour and 1 cup of the all-purpose flour until dough starts to come together. tip dough out a surface floured with the remaining all-purpose flour, and knead until all of the flour has been absorbed, and the ball of dough becomes smooth, about 10 minutes. place dough in an oiled bowl, and turn to coat the surface. cover loosely with a towel, and let stand in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
when the dough is doubled, tip the dough out a lightly floured surface, and divide into 2 pieces for 2 thin crust, or leave whole to make one thick crust. form into a tight ball. let rise for about 45 minutes, until doubled.
preheat the oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c). roll a ball of dough with a rolling pin until it will not stretch any further. then, drape it over both of your fists, and gently pull the edges outward, while rotating the crust. when the circle has reached the desired size, place on a well oiled pizza pan. top pizza with your favorite toppings, such as sauce, cheese, meats, or vegetables.
bake for 16 to 20 minutes (depending on thickness) in the preheated oven, until the crust is crisp and golden at the edges, and cheese is melted on the top.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Recipe

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Recipe

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

annie's fruit salsa and cinnamon chips

Ingredients

Servings: 10
2 kiwis, peeled and diced
2 apples - peeled, cored and diced
8 ounces raspberries
1 pound strawberries
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
butter flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

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in a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.
preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. spray again with cooking spray.
bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. serve with chilled fruit mixture.

Tuesday, March 22, 2016

banana bread from mott's®

Ingredients

Servings: 16
1/2 cup mott's® natural applesauce
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
4 medium ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup sugar
3 egg whites
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe

preheat oven to 375 degrees f. spray 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. in large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and allspice.
in medium bowl, whisk together bananas, sugar, applesauce, egg whites, oil and vanilla.
bake 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. cool in pan 10 minutes. invert wire rack. turn right side up. cool completely.

Apple Banana Smoothie

Ingredients

Servings: 2
1 frozen bananas, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup orange juice
1 gala apple, peeled, cored and chopped
1/4 cup milk

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in a blender combine frozen banana, orange juice, apple and milk. blend until smooth. pour into glasses and serve.

Whole Wheat Blueberry Pancakes

Ingredients

Servings: 10
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 egg
1 cup milk, plus more if necessary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon artificial sweetener
1/2 cup blueberries

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sift together flour and baking powder, set aside. beat together the egg, milk, salt and artificial sweetener in a bowl. stir in flour until just moistened, add blueberries, and stir to incorporate.
preheat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, and spray with cooking spray. pour approximately 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan for each pancake. cook until bubbly, about 1 1/2 minutes. turn, and continue cooking until golden brown.

low-fat blueberry bran muffins

Ingredients

Servings: 12
1 1/2 cups wheat bran
1 cup nonfat milk
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 egg
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup blueberries

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preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease muffin cups or use paper muffin liners. mix together wheat bran and milk, and let stand for 10 minutes.
in a large bowl, mix together applesauce, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla. beat in bran mixture. sift together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. stir into bran mixture until just blended. fold in blueberries. scoop into muffin cups.
bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly tapped.

playgroup granola bars

Ingredients

Servings: 24
2 cups rolled oats
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup wheat germ
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup raisins (optional)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup honey
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). generously grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
in a large bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, wheat germ, cinnamon, flour, raisins and salt. make a well in the center, and pour in the honey, egg, oil and vanilla. mix well using your hands. pat the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bars begin to turn golden at the edges. cool for 5 minutes, then cut into bars while still warm. do not allow the bars to cool completely before cutting, or they will be too hard to cut.

Orange Roasted Salmon

Ingredients

Servings: 5
2 oranges, sliced into rounds
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
5 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
1 tablespoon lemon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 cup orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey

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preheat the oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
in a small bowl or cup, stir together the lemon pepper, garlic powder, and dried parsley. place the slices from one of the oranges in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. place a layer of onion slices over the orange. drizzle with a little bit of olive oil, and sprinkle with half of the herb mixture.
place the dish in the preheated oven, and roast for about 25 minutes, or until the onions are browned and tender. remove the dish from the oven, and increase the temperature to 450 degrees f (220 degrees c).
push the onion and orange slices to the outer edge of the baking dish, and place the salmon fillets in the center. season with the remaining half of the herb mixture. whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice and honey in a small bowl. pour evenly over the salmon.
bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the salmon is opaque in the center. remove fillets to a serving dish, and discard the roasted orange. garnish fillets with roasted onions and fresh orange slices.

unbelievable chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons prepared coarse-ground mustard
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 lime, juiced
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Recipe

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in a large glass bowl, mix the vinegar, mustard, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. whisk in the olive oil. place chicken in the mixture. cover, and marinate 8 hours, or overnight.
preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
lightly oil the grill grate. place chicken on the prepared grill, and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, until juices run clear. discard marinade.

baked honey mustard chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 6
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. in a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, basil, paprika, and parsley. mix well. pour 1/2 of this mixture over the chicken, and brush to cover.
bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. turn chicken pieces over and brush with the remaining 1/2 of the honey mustard mixture. bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Monday, March 21, 2016

creamy chicken cordon bleu casserole

Ingredients

Servings: 1
1 (8 ounce) package wide egg noodles
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
8 ounces cooked ham, cubed
8 ounces swiss cheese, cubed
1 (10.75 ounce) can reduced-fat, reduced-sodium cream of chicken soup (such as campbell's® healthy request)
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup light sour cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

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preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. cook egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. drain and transfer noodles to the prepared casserole dish; top with chicken, ham, and swiss cheese.
mix cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream together in a bowl; spoon soup mixture over noodle mixture.
melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir bread crumbs and parmesan cheese in the melted butter until crumbs are coated with butter and cheese, 2 to 3 minutes. sprinkle bread crumb mixture over casserole.
bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. allow casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving.