Need something to make for Valentine’s Day dessert?

Try these lower fat, easy to make Raspberry Cheesecake Bars!

Lower Fat Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

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Lower Fat Raspberry Cheesecake Bars
Serves 24
Prep time 15 minutes
Cook time 30 minutes
Total time 45 minutes
Meal type Dessert
Misc Child Friendly
Website Cleveland Clinic

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons SmartBalance Butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2(8oz) packages reduced fat cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 whole egg + 2 egg whites (or 1/4 cup egg sub)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 (10oz) jar seedless raspberry jam or preserves
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries, slightly crushed

Note

Do you love cheesecake, but are afraid to eat it because of the high fat and calorie counts? Try this homemade cheesecake recipe, using reduced fat creamcheese, so you don't have to worry too much about your waistline!

 

Directions

Step 1
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Mix butter, applesauce and graham cracker crumbs and press onto bottom of 13-by-9 inch pan; refrigerate.
Step 2
Beat cream cheese in large bowl with mixer until creamy. Add sugar, egg, egg substitute (or egg whites) and vanilla; beat until well-blended.
Step 3
Stir jam in jar until softened; spread evenly onto crust. Top jam with berries, then cream cheese mixture.
Step 4
Bake 30 minutes or until slightly puffed. Cool completely before cutting into bars. Keep refrigerated
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Farro with Pistachios and Herbs

Farro with Pistachios and Herbs

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Farro with Pistachios and Herbs
Serves 10 (2/3 cup)
Prep time 35 minutes
Cook time 35 minutes
Total time 1 hours, 10 minutes
Meal type Side Dish
Misc Child Friendly, Pre-preparable
Website eatingwell.com

Ingredients

  • 2 cups farro
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon extra virigin olive oil, divided
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios, toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Note

Try this great fiber rich recipe using farro!

Each 2/3 cup serving has  1 1/2 starches, 1 vegetable, and 1 1/2 fats/oils.

Directions

Step 1
Combine farro, water and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large heavy saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir and reduce the heat to a simmer; cook, uncovered, until the farro is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until translucent, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the heat
Step 3
Combine pistachios, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl; toss to combine.
Step 4
Drain the farro and add to the bowl along with the onion mixture and parsley. Season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
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Quick and easy Chicken and “Dumplings”

In the mood for a “comfort” food?  But feeling like you don’t have the time to make it? Try this quick, easy, and healthier classic: Chicken and “Dumplings”! In just about 20 minutes, you’ll have a delicious meal ready to go!

Super-Speedy Chicken and “Dumplings”

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Super-Speedy Chicken and “Dumplings”
Serves 4 (1 1/2 cup each)
Prep time 20 minutes
Meal type Main Dish
Misc Child Friendly, Serve Hot
Website cookinglight.com

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon SmartBalance butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cups boneless and skinless, cooked chicken breast, chopped
  • 1 (10oz) box frozen mixed vegetables (ie. carrots, peas, corn, green beans)
  • 1 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 14 oz fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 bay leaf (optional)
  • 4 8-10 inch high fiber, whole wheat tortillas, cut into 1/2 strips

Note

This is a quick and easy recipe to make when you are craving some classic comfort foods, but don't have much time or energy to spare!

Each 1 1/2 cup serving offers

3 oz protein, 1 cup vegetables , 1 grain

Directions

Step 1
Melt SmartBalance in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté about 5 minutes or until tender.
Step 2
Stir in chicken and vegetables. Cook about 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly.
Step 3
In a seperate bowl, combine water, broth, and flour. Gradually stir broth mixture into chicken and vegetables. Add salt, pepper, and bay leaf (if using). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 3 minutes.
Step 4
Add in tortilla strips, and cook another 2-3 minutes, until tortillas soften. Remove from heat and enjoy!
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Always in a rush in the mornings…?

Perhaps skipping breakfast and maybe making less-healthy choices throughout the day?

Here is a quick and easy recipe for freezable breakfast burritos. Much less expensive than typical store bought frozen burritos, plus they are not filled with preservatives and unknown ingredients. Make a batch when you have some free time, and you will no longer have an excuse to be skipping out on a protein packed breakfast!

Omit the ground turkey and add black beans instead for a vegetarian-friendly burrito. Add extra veggies of your liking for more fiber and nutrients.

Each burrito offers:  1 grain/starch, 2.5 oz protein, 1 dairy, and 1 non-starchy vegetable (when you add the veggies you like, of course!)

(Easy-Freezable) Breakfast Burritos

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Serves 12
Prep time 15 minutes
Meal type Breakfast, Main Dish
Misc Child Friendly, Freezable, Pre-preparable, Serve Hot

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs, lean ground turkey
  • 12 Flat-Out Wraps, or Mission Low-carb whole wheat tortillas
  • 12 egg whites, or about 3 cups egg-substitute
  • 3 cups shredded low-fat cheese
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped mushrooms
  • salsa
  • taco seasoning or chili powder, to taste
  • finely chopped jalapeno
  • No-Salt seasoning (Mrs. Dash), to taste
  • black pepper, to taste

Note

Nutrition per burrito:

1 grain/starch

2.5 oz protein

1 dairy

1 non-starchy vegetable- when veggies included!

Directions

Step 1
In a large non stick skillet, cook ground turkey until browned.
Step 2
Add in egg sub, and any vegetables. Cook until eggs are solidified.
Step 3
Lay out tortillas on a sheet pan. Spoon egg/turkey/veggie evenly on middle of all tortillas.
Step 4
Sprinkle with cheese, and salsa if using. Roll tortillas.
Step 5
Place in freezer. When frozen, wrap individually in Saran Wrap or in zip lock bags.
Step 6
When ready to eat, remove from freeze, unwrap, place loosely in a paper towel and microwave 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
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