Diabetic Dish of the Week - Herb-Rubbed Beef Roast with Roasted Cauliflower

Oh I’ve got a good one to pass along for this week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week – Herb-Rubbed Beef Roast with Roasted Cauliflower. Perfect Dish for your Easter Dinner! It’s from the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. Check out the Diabetic Gourmet site for a fantastic selection of Diabetic Friendly recipes, news, and tips. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://diabeticgourmet.com/

Herb-Rubbed Beef Roast with Roasted Cauliflower
In this flavorful dish, Top loin roast, which is considered a lean cut, gets a rub-down using a simple mixture of garlic and thyme. Serve with roasted cauliflower for a potato-free version of a meat and potatoes meal. This is a nice choice for a holiday dinner with family and friends.

Recipe Yield: 16 servings.

1 beef Top Loin Roast, Boneless (about 3 to 4 pounds)
4 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 heads (about 2-1/2 pounds each) cauliflower, separated into florets
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Salt and pepper
2/3 cups dry Italian-seasoned bread crumbs

Directions

1 – Preheat oven to 325F.
2 – Press 2 teaspoons of garlic evenly onto all surfaces of beef roast. Press thyme evenly over roast.
3 – Place roast, fat-side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan.
4 – Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is centered in thickest part of beef, not resting in fat. Do not add water or cover.
5 – Roast on center rack in 325F oven 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours for medium rare; 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours for medium doneness.
6 – Meanwhile, toss remaining 2 teaspoons garlic, 4 tablespoons oil and cauliflower on rimmed baking sheet.
7 – Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
8 – Cover with aluminum foil; bake on lower rack 45 minutes.
9 – Combine bread crumbs and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Remove foil; sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over cauliflower.
10 – Continue to bake, uncovered, 30 to 45 minutes or until crumbs are golden brown and cauliflower begins to brown.
11 – Remove roast when meat thermometer registers 135F for medium rare; 145F for medium.
12 – Transfer roast to carving board; tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes. (Temperature will continue to rise about 10-15F to reach 145F for medium rare; 160F for medium.)
13 – Carve roast into slices; season with salt and pepper, as desired. Serve with cauliflower.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:

Calories: 282
Fat: 13 grams
Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
Saturated Fat: 3 grams
Fiber: 3.8 grams
Sodium: 254 milligrams
Cholesterol: 56 milligrams
Protein: 28 grams

https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/herb-rubbed-beef-roast-with-roasted-cauliflower

ROASTED CARROTS AND PARSNIPS

I have a perfect Diabetic Friendly Side Dish to go with the HERB-RUBBED BEEF ROAST WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER for your Easter Dinner, ROASTED CARROTS AND PARSNIPS. Easy to prepare and only 90 calories per serving! Make your Easter Dinner not only a Delicious one but a Healthy one also. It’s another one from the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. Check out the Diabetic Gourmet site for a fantastic selection of Diabetic Friendly recipes, news, and tips. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://diabeticgourmet.com/

ROASTED CARROTS AND PARSNIPS

Ingredients

1 pound carrots, peeled
1 pound parsnips, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1 - Heat oven to 425F.
2 - Cut carrots and parsnips in half then in half lengthwise.
3 - Place on large rimmed baking pan toss with olive oil.
4 - Season with salt and pepper.
5 - Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until parsnips are tender, stirring once.
6 - Sprinkle with parsley.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:

Calories: 90
Fat: 3.5 grams
Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams
Fiber: 4 grams
Sodium: 40 milligrams
Protein: 1 grams
Carbohydrates: 14 grams
Sugars: 5 grams

https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/roasted-carrots-and-parsnips

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

   To last longer, opened flour bags can be stored in the freezer.......


It's true, to further extend the shelf life of white flour, refrigerate or freeze it; place the white flour inside covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags. How long does white flour last in the fridge? White flour will maintain best quality for about 2 years in the refrigerator.

Cumin Spiced Pork Tenderloin w/ Roasted Butternut Squash and Golden Hominy

Dinner Tonight: Cumin Spiced Pork Tenderloin w/Roasted Butternut Squash and Golden Hominy








To start my morning off I prepared Turkey Goetta, Hash Browns, and Toast. For the Turkey Goetta I

used Glier's Turkey Goetta, best by far! I just sliced a few slices off and lightly fried them in Extra Light Olive Oil. Then I also prepared some Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns. I also toasted a slice of Aunt Millie's Light Whole Grain Bread that I topped with some Smucker's Sugar Free Blackberry Jam. I also had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. After Breakfast I did a couple of loads of laundry. Then after Lunch I took my car up and had it washed and I vacuumed the inside. Then went to the ATM and then dropped off a few letters at the Post Office. For Dinner tonight I prepared a Cumin Spiced Pork Tenderloin w/ Roasted Butternut Squash and Golden Hominy.

I purchased the Simple Truth Pork Tenderloin from Kroger yesterday, just over 1 1/2 lbs. To make the dish I’ll need; 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 pork Tenderloin, 1 tbsp Roasted Cumin, 1 tsp Garlic Powder, 1 tsp Chili Powder, 1 teaspoon Sea Salt, 1/2 teaspoon Hungarian Paprika, 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper. To prepare it preheat oven to 350°. Combine all the Ingredients; rub it all over the pork. Let stand 20 minutes. Heat the oil in a Cast Iron Skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork to pan; cook 4 minutes, browning on all sides. From the stove to the oven; Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until a thermometer registers 155° (slightly pink), turning after 7 minutes. Remove from the skillet into a platter or dish and let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Then get ready to enjoy one delicious Pork Tenderloin! Fantastic combo of Spices, which makes one incredible Crust on the Pork with the inside being tender and moist! This is my favorite Pork Recipe by far!

Then for one side I prepared some Roasted Butternut Squash, easy recipe for some delicious
Butternut Squash! I purchased 1 small package of Diced Butternut Squash at Kroger. They sell packages of it that they dice up. This is a lot easier than peeling and seeding one yourself, especially if you don’t have a good knife to cut it. I’ll need; 1 package of Diced Butternut Squash, Walnut Pieces, 1 tablespoons Extra Light Olive Oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick Grinder Sea Salt, and 1 teaspoon McCormick Grinder Peppercorn Medley.



To prepare it; Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place the Squash on a sheet pan and drizzle with the
Olive Oil, add the Walnut Pieces, Salt, and Peppercorn and toss well. Arrange the squash in one layer and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until the Squash is tender, turning once with a spatula. And done, very easy to prepare. With the small amount of Seasoning and Olive Oil, it really brings out the flavor of Butternut Squash! The Walnuts work perfect with the Squash. I really love Butternut Squash!



For another side dish I opened up a can of one of my favorite side dishes, Kroger Brand Golden
Hominy, and its been a while since I’ve any. For those that has never had or heard of Hominy; Hominy is a food made from kernels of corn which are soaked in an alkali solution of either lime or lye. The corrosive nature of the solution removes the hull and germ of the corn and causes the grain itself to puff up to about twice its normal size. There is White and Golden Hominy, my favorite is the Golden Hominy. If you’ve never tried it do, makes a delicious side dish! For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn and a Coke zero to drink.





Natural Pork TenderloinNatural Pork Tenderloin

Simple Truth Natural Pork comes from pigs raised humanely on family farms, and fed an all-vegetarian diet as nature intended. This results in pork that is tender and flavorful — the way pork should taste.
• No antibiotics — ever
• No added hormones — ever
• No preservatives
• No artificial colors or flavors — ever
• Always 100% vegetarian-fed

http://www.simpletruth.com/products/meat/pork/natural-pork-tender

One of America's Favorites - Tortilla Chips

A plate of tortilla chips with salsa and guacamole

A tortilla chip is a snack food made from corn tortillas, which are cut into wedges and then fried—or baked (alternatively they may be discs pressed out of corn masa then fried or baked). Corn tortillas are made of corn, vegetable oil, salt and water. Although first mass-produced in Los Angeles in the late 1940s, tortilla chips were always considered to be a Mexican food, known as totopos and tostadas. Though usually made of yellow corn, they can also be made of white, blue, or red corn. Some manufacturers include many other ingredients including wheat, sugar, food coloring, and monosodium glutamate.

The triangle-shaped tortilla chip was popularized by Rebecca Webb Carranza in the 1940s as a way to make use of misshapen tortillas rejected from the automated tortilla manufacturing machine that she and her husband used at their Mexican delicatessen and tortilla factory in southwest Los Angeles. Carranza found that the discarded tortillas, cut into triangles and fried, were a popular snack, and she sold them for a dime a bag at the El Zarape Tortilla Factory. In 1994, Carranza received the Golden Tortilla award for her contribution to the Mexican food industry.

Tortilla chips are the quintessential and often complimentary appetizer in Tex-Mex and Mexican restaurants in the U.S. and elsewhere. Their popularity outside of California saw a steady rise in the late 1970s when they began to compete with corn chips, the dipping chip of choice during the first three quarters of the 20th century. They are typically served with a dip, such as salsa, chile con queso, or guacamole. When not served with a dip, the chips are often seasoned with herbs and spices. Although they are now available worldwide, the United States is one of the main markets for tortilla chips. Commercial brand names for tortilla chips include Phileas Fogg snacks, Tostitos, Doritos, and Don Tacos (in Japan).

A more elaborate dish utilizing tortilla chips is nachos. First created circa 1943 by Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya, nachos are tortilla chips served with melted or shredded cheese, although often other toppings are added or substituted, such as meat, salsa (such as pico de gallo), refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, diced onions, olives, and pickled jalapeños. More elaborate nachos are often baked for a short period of time to warm the tortillas and melt shredded cheese.

A similar fried corn snack is the corn chip, which is not made from a tortilla, but from corn meal which has been processed into a particular shape, typically a small scoop. Fritos are an example of this. The principal difference between the corn in tortilla and corn chips is that the corn in a tortilla chip has undergone a process known as nixtamalization, which involves processing the raw corn with quicklime. Both tortilla and corn chips are referred to as "corn chips" in Australia and Oceania.

"Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week - Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie

This week's "Meatless Monday" Recipe of the Week is a Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie. Shepherd's Pie gone Vegetarian! Made using Onion, Mushrooms, Carrots, Celery, Green Peas, Spices and more! No Meat Needed for this Pie! You can find this recipe at the Diabetes Self Management website which has a huge selection of recipes to please all tastes, so check it out today! Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie
Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil

1 cup sliced onion
1 package (16 ounces) mushrooms, quartered
1 1/4 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup frozen green peas
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup fat-free (skim) milk
1 tablespoon light margarine
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh rosemary (optional)

Directions
1 - Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3 minutes or until just begins to soften. Add mushrooms; cook and stir 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add 1 teaspoon garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add carrots, celery, and peas; cook and stir 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.

2 - Sprinkle flour over vegetables; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add broth, salt, and dried rosemary. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 30 to 35 minutes or until thickened.

3 - Meanwhile, place potatoes in medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover potatoes. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain.

4 - Beat potatoes, milk, margarine, remaining 1/4 teaspoon garlic, and pepper in medium bowl with electric mixer at low speed until smooth.

5 - Preheat broiler. Pour vegetable mixture into 2-quart casserole. Gently spread mashed potatoes over top. Broil 5 minutes or until light golden brown. Garnish with fresh rosemary.

Yield: 6 servings.

Serving size: 1/6 of recipe.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 160 calories, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 240 mg, Fiber: 5 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/vegetarian-shepherds-pie/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Eating Healthier............


In many cases, your favorite recipes can be modified so they offer a lower fat and calorie content. Choose the reduced or low-fat version of a food if possible – for example milk, cheese, yogurt, salad dressings and gravies. Also choose lean meat cuts and skinless chicken breasts. Cut'em when you can!

Cajun Rainbow Trout w/ Hash Browns and Green Beans

Dinner Tonight: Cajun Rainbow Trout w/ Hash Browns and Green Beans




For Breakfast it was Skillet Potatoes and Ham for Breakfast. I used 1 package of Simply Potatoes Steakhouse Seasoned Diced Potatoes and a package of Meijer Diced Ham to prepare it. Just cook the Potatoes according to the package instructions and with about 5 minutes of cooking time left add the Diced Ham. I topped it with a sprinkle of Sargento Reduced Fat Cheddar/Jack Cheese. Just love this skillet meal! Partly cloudy and 60 degrees out today. After Breakfast I went and picked up Breakfast for Mom, after eating Mom went on to Church. Did some cleaning outside around the shed then grabbed the leaf blower and cleaned off the deck and drive way areas. Later on went and got my car washed and vacuumed the inside. For Dinner tonight I prepared a Cajun Rainbow Trout w/ Hash Browns and Green Beans.

I had purchased some Rainbow Trout Fillet at Kroger and had it in the freezer. So I it out of the
freezer and let it thaw overnight in the fridge. To prepare it all I’ll need is; 1 Rainbow Trout Fillet, 1 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 Teaspoon Zatarain’s Creole Seasoning, and 1 Teaspoon chopped Parsley Flakes. To prepare it I preheated the broiler. Patted the fillets dry and lightly brush both sides with oil. Sprinkled both sides evenly with Cajun seasoning. Placed skin side down on broiler rack and broil 4-6 inches from heat for 5 minutes or until the Trout flakes easily when I tested it with a fork. You can add a Lemon Wedge with it if you like. Excellent recipe, you have the fresh taste of the Trout along with all the flavor from the Creole Seasoning!

Then for one side I prepared some Simply Potatoes Hash Browns. Fried in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and seasoned them with Sea Salt, Ground Pepper, and Parsley. I love Hash Browns, they make the perfect side for any Dish! I also heated up a can of Del Monte Cut Green Beans. For Dessert later a bowl of Del Monte Sliced Peaches.










Rainbow Trout

The rainbow trout is a trout and species of salmonid native to cold-water tributaries of the Pacific

Ocean in Asia and North America. – Wikipedia

Nutrition Facts
Rainbow trout
Amount Per 1 fillet (79 g)
Calories 111
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.9 g 7%
Saturated fat 1.1 g 5%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.2 g
Monounsaturated fat 1.6 g
Trans fat 0 g
Cholesterol 47 mg 15%
Sodium 40 mg 1%
Potassium 298 mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0%
Sugar 0 g
Protein 16 g



Zatarain’s Creole Seasoning

There’s nothing quite like Zatarain’s Creole Seasoning. A blend of spices that could only come from New Orleans offers a deliciously different flavor than your standard salt and pepper. Shake it on pretty much anything from meats and seafood to soups, salads and eggs.

Ingredients

Salt, Dextrose, Spices (Including Red Pepper, Paprika), Garlic, Sugar, Onion, Disodium Inosinate And Guanylate (Flavor Enhancers), Extractives Of Paprika, And Natural Flavors.

http://www.mccormick.com/zatarains/products/spices-and-seasonings/spices-and-extracts/creole-seasoning

My other Blog......

I'm going to keep my blog here on Blogger but there will not be as many postings. I may stop posting all together in the near future. I have another blog on Word Press that is my main blog with well over 3,000 subscribers.You can subscribe to that blog, My Meals are on Wheels at -  https://beatcancer2010.wordpress.com/   Thank you to all of you followed me here at Blogger!

Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe – JILL'S ROAST HERITAGE CHICKEN

This week’s Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe is – JILL'S ROAST HERITAGE CHICKEN. The recipe is from the Wild Idea Buffalo website, that’s right Chicken not Buffalo! Wild Idea also sells Heritage Chicken from Emmer and Co. And they have one delicious and healthy Chicken Recipe for Chicken! This is a Dutch Oven Recipe, so how easy is that to prepare! You can find this recipe and purchase the Emmer & Co. Heritage Chicken along with all the other Wild Idea Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://wildideabuffalo.com/

JILL'S ROAST HERITAGE CHICKEN
After testing a few methods of roasting a Heritage Chicken, this method was hands down the winner. Although the flavor was always very good with other methods, I was looking for the method that would keep the meat juicy, but also get it close to fall off the bone tender.

Ingredients:

1 - 3# Emmer & Co. Heritage Chicken

1 - tablespoon + 1 teaspoon salt

1 - tablespoon baking powder (a tip from Emmer & Co.)

4 - tablespoons salted butter

1 - teaspoon black pepper

1 - teaspoon thyme leaves

1 - onion, orange, apple, or other sweet or savory food to fill the cavity

4 - stalks celery, halved

1 - onion, sliced

salt and pepper

1½ - cups water

Enameled Dutch Oven

Preparation:

1 - Rinse chicken and remove neck from cavity. (Reserve neck, adding to the pot for additional flavor or give to your favorite pet!) Blot the chicken dry with paper towels.
2 - Mix salt and baking powder together and gently rub all over the chicken. Refrigerate uncovered for 4 to 24 hours.
3 - Position top oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 500°.
4 - Remove chicken from the refrigerator. Melt butter and add pepper, thyme and remaining teaspoon salt. Rub seasoned butter into the chicken skin and cavity. *The butter will adhere to the cold chicken without running off.
5 - Fill the cavity of the chicken with coarse chopped onion or orange halves, or other savory or

sweet foods. This adds additional flavor and helps chicken cook more evenly.
6 - Place celery and onions in the bottom of the Dutch oven and place chicken breast side up on top of vegetables. Place the chicken in the oven and roast for 15 minutes.
7 - Add the water to the pot and cover and continue to cook at 500° for another 10 minutes.
*Optional: Before continuing with this step you can also turn your chicken over after initial roasting, so the breast is facing down. For the best browning, pile your vegetables to the center or add a few more to keep the breast out of the liquid.
8 - After 10 minutes, shut your oven off and leave the chicken in the oven for two hours. Do not open the door during this time.
9 - Remove chicken from the oven and transfer to a platter or cutting board. Chicken segments will release fairly easily or carve as desired. Season with a little salt and pepper.
10 - Strain juices from the pot and serve with the chicken or thicken to your liking for gravy.

https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/jills-roasted-braised-heritage-chicken

Healthy Turkey Sausage Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Turkey Sausage Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Turkey Sausage Recipes with recipes including; Catfish and Sausage Jambalaya, Turkey Sausage and Zucchini Lasagna, and Warm Sausage and Potato Salad. You can find these  recipes and more at the EatingWell website. Plus don't forget you can subscribe to the EatingWell Magazine. So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Turkey Sausage Recipes

Find healthy, delicious turkey sausage recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Catfish and Sausage Jambalaya
This catfish and sausage jambalaya recipe is one you might find in a neighborhood eatery in Creole country. Turkey sausage links have fewer calories and less fat than traditional pork sausage, but still deliver amazing taste to this dish........


Turkey Sausage and Zucchini Lasagna
In this veggie-heavy lasagna recipe, zucchini slices fill in for some of the noodle layers, trimming carbs without sacrificing flavor..........

Warm Sausage and Potato Salad
This hearty warm turkey sausage and potato salad is a great choice for lunch on a cold day. Feel free to substitute pork kielbasa for the turkey sausage, if you'd like............



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Turkey Sausage Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/19059/ingredients/meat-poultry/sausage/turkey/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

How healthy is Chicken..........


The reason chicken is always included in a healthy diet is because it is basically a lean meat, which means it doesn't have much fat. So, eating chicken regularly can actually help you lose weight in a healthy way. Apart from protein, chicken is also chock full of calcium and phosphorous.

It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday –Turkey Ham and Corn Chowder

This week’s It’s Chili, Chowder, or Stew Saturday is a recipe for Turkey Ham and Corn Chowder. Made with JENNIE-O® Turkey Ham along with Onions, Hash Browns, Corn, and more! You can find this week’s recipe at the Jennie – O web site along with all their other delicious and healthy recipes. Enjoy and Make the Switch! https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey Ham and Corn Chowder
A rich, creamy homemade broth combined with corn and turkey ham makes the perfect weeknight dinner. And at less than 300 calories per serving, comfort food just got even more comforting.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 tablespoons flour
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 cups milk
2 cups frozen hash brown potatoes
2 (11-ounce) cans corn with red and green peppers
¾ pound JENNIE-O® Turkey Ham, cut into ½-inch cubes

DIRECTIONS
1)  In 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, saute onion in vegetable oil 3 minutes or until tender. Blend in flour and black pepper. Remove pan from heat; slowly add milk; stirring constantly. Return pan to heat.
2) Add hash brown potatoes; bring mixture to boil, stirring constantly. Add corn and ham; return mixture to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and mixture has thickened.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING

Calories 250
Protein 17g
Carbohydrates 35g
Fiber 2g
Sugars 11g
Fat 7g
Cholesterol 35mg
Sodium 740mg
Saturated Fat 2g

https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/42-turkey-ham-and-corn-chowder



Jennie - O Turkey - Turkey Ham

Our Turkey Ham is the ideal choice for flavor and versatility. Try it as a tasty addition to breakfast

egg bakes or ham and cheese strata; prepare lunchtime favorites when slicing it for sandwiches or dicing it for salads.

* GLUTEN FREE
Find this product in the refrigerated section of your grocery store.

NUTRITION INFORMATION
Serving Size56 g
Calories60
Calories From Fat30
Total Fat4.0 g
Saturated Fat1.0 g
Trans Fat.0 g
Cholesterol30 mg
Sodium510 mg
Total Carbohydrates2 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars1 g
Protein8 g
Vitamin A0%
Vitamin C0%
Iron4%
Calcium0%
INGREDIENTS

Ingredients: Turkey Thigh Meat with a Portion of Ground Turkey Thigh Trim Added, Water, Contains 2% or less Modified Food Starch, Potassium Lactate, Dextrose, Salt, Carrageenan, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Diacetate, Sodium Erythorbate, Natural Smoke Flavoring, Sodium Nitrite.

https://www.jennieo.com/products/110-turkey-ham

Vietnamese Pork Rolls

I came across a recipe for Vietnamese Pork Rolls. I checked out several versions of it and I'm passing along the one from the CooksRecipes website. You'll be using Pork Cutlets to make the dish. As I said you can find this recipe at the CooksRecipes website which has a huge selection of recipes to please all tastes, diets, and cuisines so check it out today! Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Vietnamese Pork Rolls

These rolls are special, yet not hard to make. A simply dressed green salad with cucumber or radish

would be a perfect accompaniment. Cut them on the diagonal or cut the lettuce leaves into thirds and roll up smaller, hors d'oeuvre-size pieces.

Recipe Ingredients:
Dressing:
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
Pinch red pepper flakes

Pork:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound pork cutlets
1 (1/2 pound) head Napa cabbage, shredded (3 cups)
1 small red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
8 large Boston lettuce leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Cooking Directions:
1 - For the dressing: Whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a

small bowl.
2 - For the pork: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season pork with salt and pepper and sauté until lightly browned, 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and slice into thin strips. Toss with 1 tablespoon of the dressing.
3 - Combine cabbage, bell pepper, and remaining dressing in a large bowl. Lay lettuce leaves on a clean, dry work surface. Divide pork among leaves. Top with cabbage mixture and roll tightly, tucking edges in as you go. Place rolls, seam side down, on a cutting board, cut in half, and serve.
Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/4 of recipe): 220 calories, 10 g fat, 2.5 g saturated fat, 26 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate, 2 g dietary fiber, 490 mg sodium.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/vietnamese_pork_rolls_recipe.html

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Napa Cabbage......


I wasn't real sure exactly what Napa Cabbage was, here's what I found on WIKI......


Napa or nappa cabbage is a type of Chinese cabbage originating near the Beijing region of China, and is widely used in East Asian cuisine. Since the 20th century, it has also become a widespread crop in Europe, the Americas and Australia. In much of the world, this is the vegetable referred to as "Chinese cabbage". Wikipedia

* Rich in antioxidants. The flavonoid content and large amounts of vitamin A and C make Chinese cabbage a rich source of antioxidants. Antioxidants help protect the body from free-radicals and degeneration. They are essential for both maintaining a youthful look as well as keeping your body fit and strong.

Kitchen Closed – It’s Pizza Tonight from Domino’s

Dinner Tonight: Kitchen Closed – It’s Pizza Tonight from Domino’s




Toasted a couple of Eggo Nutri Grain Waffles and had a cup Bigelow Decaf Tea for Breakfast this morning. Lot of rain overnight into the morning. Then partly sunny and 60 degrees out. Rested most of the day, dealing with a painful sinus headache. They say our pollen count outside is extremely high and my head can feel it! Like most plans, they are made to be broken. I was going to prepare Dinner tonight Mom wanted Pizza so…….





........Pizza it is! I ordered Mom’s favorite, Domino’s Hand Tossed Pizza Large with Cheese, Sauce, Pepperoni, Italian Sausage, Mushrooms, and Black Olives, Green Olives. First Pizza in a while, and it was over due! As always the Pizza arrived on time, hot and delicious! I had a Diet Coke to drink. For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn with a Caffeine Free Diet Mango Tea Snapple to drink. The Kitchen reopens tomorrow! Take care all.

Domino’s Medium (12″) Hand Tossed Pizza
Whole: Cheese, Pepperoni, Italian Sausage, Green Olives, Black Olives, Mushrooms, Robust Inspired Tomato Sauce.
https://www.dominos.com/en/index.jsp

Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week - Sriracha Turkey Burger

It's all about the Turkey Burgers for this week's recipes. This week's Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week - Sriracha Turkey Burger. Made using the JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey along with a Chili-Mayo Dressing (Recipe included). Just one of the many Delicious and Healthy Recipes you can find at the Jennie - O Turkey website. So Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2019!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Sriracha Turkey Burger
Sriracha sauce is mixed into these lean ground turkey patties and the chili-mayo dressing for heat that hits the spot! Too hot? The thinly sliced cucumber and carrot topping will cool you right off! At under 300 calories per serving, this bold burger recipe will be great on the grill.

INGREDIENTS
TURKEY PATTIES
1 (16-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey

¼ cup egg substitute or 1 egg, beaten
½ cup fine dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and freshly ground pepper, if desired

BURGER FIXINGS
¼ cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
6 whole wheat or grain buns, split and toasted
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
½ cup thinly sliced cucumber
½ cup grated carrot

DIRECTIONS
1) To make patties, in large bowl, combine turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt and pepper, if desired. Cover and chill 30 minutes.
2) Shape mixture into 6 (½-inch thick) patties. Heat non-stick skillet to medium-high heat. Lightly coat with cooking spray. Cook 16 to 18 minutes turning 2 to 3 times. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by meat thermometer.
3) To make the burger fixings, in small bowl, combine mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce and sweet chili sauce.
4) Spread mayonnaise mixture on cut sides of each bun. Top bottom halves of buns with turkey patties, red onion, cucumber and carrot. Replace bun tops.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING

Calories 270
Protein 20g
Carbohydrates 30g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 6g
Fat 7g
Cholesterol 55mg
Sodium 620mg
Saturated Fat 2g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/835-sriracha-turkey-burger

Turkey Burger and Gravy Sandwich

The second Jennie - O Turkey Burger Recipe is, Turkey Burger and Gravy Sandwich. Made using the JENNIE-O® Lean Seasoned Turkey Burger Patties, love these Burgers! With toppings of Cabbage, Carrots, Celery and Onions. It's served on a split Baguette and served with a side of Turkey Gravy! You can find this recipe at the Jennie - O Turkey website along with all the other Delicious and Healthy recipes. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2019!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey Burger and Gravy Sandwich

Topped with cabbage, carrots, celery and onions, this turkey burger recipe is piled HIGH with

veggies. The baguette makes it great for dipping. Under 500 calories per serving and ready in under 30 minutes!

INGREDIENTS
1 (16-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Seasoned Turkey Burger Patties
1 cup shredded Napa cabbage
½ cup shredded carrot
⅓ cup thinly sliced celery
¼ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
salt and freshly ground pepper, if desired
4 small baguettes, split and toasted
½ cup turkey gravy, heated

DIRECTIONS
1) Cook turkey patties according to package directions. Always cook to well done, 165°F. as measured by a meat thermometer.
2) In medium bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, celery, onion, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper, if desired.
3) Place turkey patties on each baguette. Top with cabbage mixture. Serve with gravy, if desired.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING

Calories 360
Protein 25g
Carbohydrates 25g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 4g
Fat 17g
Cholesterol 80mg
Sodium 850mg
Saturated Fat 3.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/789-turkey-burger-and-gravy-sandwich

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Bring on the Seasoning............


Ground Beef alone makes a pretty dull-tasting Hamburger, so make sure the Meat is mixed throughout with at least Salt and Pepper. Other ingredients, like Worcestershire Sauce, Hot Sauce, Grated Onions, or Lipton Onion Soup Mix will improve not only the taste but also the juiciness of your Hamburgers.

Diabetic Dessert of the Week - Ice Cream Cake

This week's Diabetic Dessert of the Week - Ice Cream Cake. Made with Crushed Sugar Cones, Unsalted Butter, Sugar Free Light Ice cream, Reduced Fat Whipped Topping, and Sugar Free Hot Fudge Sauce. It's only 118 calories and 14 net carbs per serving! The recipe is from The Diabetes Self Management website which has a huge selection of recipes to please all tastes, diets, or cuisines! So check it out today. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Ice Cream Cake

Ingredients
5 crushed sugar cones
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 pints (4 cups) no-sugar-added light ice cream, softened at room temperature, divided
1 container (8 ounces) reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
3 tablespoons sugar-free hot fudge sauce, warmed (optional)

Directions
1 - Spray 10-inch springform pan or deep-dish pie pan with nonstick cooking spray.

2 - Place sugar cone crumbs in small bowl. Stir in butter until crumbs are evenly moistened. Press crumbs onto bottom and partially up side of prepared pan. Refrigerate 20 minutes.

3 - Spread one pint of ice cream into crust with rubber spatula. Freeze 30 minutes or until firm. Spread remaining pint of ice cream over first layer. Freeze 30 minutes or until firm. Spread whipped topping over ice cream; freeze 2 hours or until firm. If desired, drizzle with fudge sauce after 30 minutes.

4 - Let soften in refrigerator 15 to 30 minutes; slice into wedges to serve.

* Tip: To finely crush sugar cones, place in resealable plastic bag. Remove excess air from bag; seal. Press rolling pin on top of cones to break into pieces. Continue pressing until evenly crushed.

Yield: 16 servings.

Serving size: 1/16 of cake.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 118 calories, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 4 g, Cholesterol: 11 mg, Sodium: 35 mg, Fiber: 1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/desserts-sweets/ice-cream-cake/

Low-Calorie Cake Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Low-Calorie Cake Recipes. Satisfy that Sweet Tooth Craving with these Delicious Low-Calorie Cake Recipes. You'll find recipes like; Chocolate Covered Strawberry Angel Food Cake, Overnight Blueberry Coffee Cake, and Banana Split Cake Roll. Find these treats and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!   http://www.eatingwell.com/

Low-Calorie Cake Recipes

Find healthy, delicious low-calorie cake recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Chocolate Covered Strawberry Angel Food Cake
This chocolate angel food cake topped with strawberries and shaved chocolate is an unforgettable dessert. It's so beautiful, your guests won't believe you made it yourself........


Overnight Blueberry Coffee Cake
For an easy and delicious breakfast, prepare this coffee cake the night before then bake for 30 minutes in the morning.............


Banana Split Cake Roll
Enjoy all the wonderful flavors of a banana split with this scrumptious diabetic-friendly cake........



* Click the link below to get all the Low-Calorie Cake Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/20135/low-calorie/desserts/cake/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Use less sugar when baking........


You can cut calories simply by using less sugar, or by substituting a no-calorie sweetener for part of the sugar. Just keep in mind that some people are more sensitive to tasting artificial sweeteners than others, and that some baking recipes depend on sugar for texture as much as taste. Enjoy!

Lasagna with Meat and Sauce w/ Texas Toast (Light)

Dinner Tonight: Lasagna with Meat and Sauce w/ Texas Toast (Light)





To start this morning off I prepared a SayersBrook 4 oz. Bison Fillet Mignon. These are so tender and delicious! Cooked it for a total of 5 minutes and done, a perfect medium rare. I also Poached an Egg and served it on a Thomas Light Multi Grain English Muffin. I also had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Cloudy and 67 degrees out today. I had to have Mom at Dermatologist at 10:15 this morning. She didn't want to go but I'm forcing her. She has mole and it's been getting darker so she needed to go! On the way home we stopped by Meijer and stopped and grabbed Mom a Breakfast Sandwich from McDonald's. For Dinner tonight I prepared a Stouffer’s Lasagna with Meat and Sauce w/ Texas Toast (Light).

I had picked up a box of Stouffer’s Lasagna with Meat and Sauce at Meijer earlier and having it
tonight. I purchased the Large Size, about 2 1/2 servings. I’m also baking a few slices of the New York Bakery Texas Toast – Lite.










To prepare it s very easy. It comes frozen and to prepare it; Preheat the oven to 350°F. Leave the film on tray, but do not vent. Place the tray on a baking sheet on the center rack of the oven. Cook 56 Minutes. Remove baking sheet from oven. Let stand 1 Minute and Dinner is ready. I really enjoy this Lasagna! Plenty of Sauce and Meat and the Noodles are good size and tender. One easy way to have a Lasagna Dinner! The Lasagna is 260 calories and 25 net carbs per serving.




I also baked a slice of New York Bakery Lite Texas Toast. For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn and a Diet Dr. Pepper to drink.















Stouffer’s Lasagna with Meat and Sauce
Large Size
Traditional lasagna noodles layered with an herb seasoned tomato and meat sauce and three kinds of natural cheese

Conventional Oven

1) Preheat to 350°F
2) Leave film on tray, do not vent.
3) Place tray on a baking sheet, center rack. Cook 56 Minutes.
4) Remove baking sheet from oven. Let stand 5 Minutes.

Cooking Tips
* Will be hot!
* Ensure product reaches an internal temperature of 160°F
* Directions developed using 1100 WATT microwave oven. Ovens vary, cooking time may need adjusting
* Do not prepare in toaster oven
* Do not reheat tray

Nutrition Facts:

Serving Size 3.00

Amount Per Serving:

Calories 260 | Calories from Fat 80 % Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.00g 13%
Saturated Fat 4.50g 23 %
Trans Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 30.00mg 9 %
Sodium 690.00mg 29 %
Total Carbohydrate 28.00g 9 %
Dietary Fiber 3.00g 13 %
Sugars 6.00g
Protein 17.00g
THOUGHTFUL PORTIONTM
1 Portion = 1/2 of dish

Pair this portion with a side salad and a glass of low fat milk as part of a balanced diet.





New York Bakery Lite Texas Toast

With half the fat of our Garlic Texas Toast, New York Bakery® Lite Texas Toast has the same garlic taste with half the guilt.

Conventional Oven*

Pre-heat oven to 425°f.
* Place slices flat on baking sheet
* Bake 5 – 8 minutes on middle shelf of oven
* To brown on both sides, turn over and bake an additional 2 minutes
*Oven temperatures may vary
Box contains 8 slices.
http://www.nybakery.com/products/lite-texas-toast/

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – Steak, Potato and Green Bean Salad

This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is a Steak, Potato and Green Bean Salad. Your Dinner all served into one bowl! You have a Wild Idea Buffalo Ribeye or New York Strip Steak, Potatoes (Steamed or Boiled), and your Salad. The Wild Idea Buffalo Ribeye or New York Strip Steak is good enough alone but add the Potatoes and Salad, it’s a Meal! You can find this recipe or purchase the Wild Idea Steaks along with all the other Wild Idea Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

Steak, Potato and Green Bean Salad
It’s hard not to love a salad that has both meat and potatoes in it! Of course the green stuff makes for
a well balanced meal that will leave you completely satiated. And, the garlic, lemon and herb vinaigrette, you’ll want to make again and again.

Ingredients: (serves 2 to 3)
1 – 10 oz. Ribeye or New York Strip Steak (or other cut would work too)
2 to 3 – medium-sized potatoes, steamed or boiled
1/4 – pound fresh green beans, stem end clipped
1 – tomato or cherry tomatoes, chopped
Optional: Crumbled Feta Cheese, Fennel Fronds, or green onion for garnish
Greek Vinaigrette

Preparation:

1 – Prep steak, by rinsing under cold water and blotting dry. Drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Allow to rest at room temperature for about two hours.
2 – Quarter the potatoes after they are steamed or boiled. You can also pan fry in a little olive oil to lightly brown.
3 – Steam or pan sauté green beans until el dente.
4 – Grill the steak according to thickness, three to four minutes each side, turning at one and a half minute intervals. Remove the steak from the grill, tent with foil and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
5 – Arrange potatoes and green beans on the plates.
6 – Slice the steak thin and divide between plates.
7 – Add the tomatoes and drizzle the whole salad with the vinaigrette.
8 – Garnish with feta cheese and fennel fronds. Season with a little finishing salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste.

Greek Vinaigrette:
Ingredients:
1/3 – cup white wine vinegar
1 – tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/3 – cup extra virgin olive oil
1 to 2 – garlic cloves
¼ – cup fresh basil leaves
4 – green onions, white part only, chopped (reserve greens for garnish)
2 – teaspoons oregano
1 – tablespoon crushed fennel
1 – teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt

* Preparation: Mix all ingredients in blender until well incorporated. Transfer to a lidded container until ready to serve. Shake before drizzling onto salad. Keeps well in the refrigerator.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/sensational-steak-salads

Healthy Steak Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Steak Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Steak Recipes with recipes like; Coffee-Rubbed Beef with Red-Eye Beans, Peppered Ribeye Steaks with Grilled Sweet Peppers, and Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Watercress Pesto. Get the grill fired up! You can find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. And don't forget to subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  http://www.eatingwell.com/

Healthy Steak Recipes
Find healthy, delicious steak recipes including cube, flank and grilled steak. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Coffee-Rubbed Beef with Red-Eye Beans
Tender beef steaks get an intense flavor rub of coffee, herbs, and chiles before being grilled. Robust Red-Eye Beans are the perfect accompaniment. Best of all, it's on the table in less than an hour...............

Peppered Ribeye Steaks with Grilled Sweet Peppers
In this recipe, a homemade dry rub full of zesty spices does wonders to flavor the ribeye steaks. The rub is easy to prepare and is lower in sodium than most purchased rubs. It works well on pork, too!............


Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Watercress Pesto
Not all pestos are made with basil—this version calls for a mixture of watercress and mint, and uses almonds instead of pine nuts. It tastes delicious served with grilled flat iron steaks.....


http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18239/ingredients/meat-poultry/beef/steak/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

For an Even Roast.......

Be sure to rotate pans or trays in the oven: All ovens have hot spots, so spin your trays around halfway through their cooking time—and alternate racks, if you have multiple trays cooking.

Seasoned Haddock w/ Mac and Cheese

Dinner Tonight: Seasoned Haddock w/ Mac and Cheese




For Breakfast this morning I Scrambled a couple of eggs, toasted 2 slices of Aunt Millie's Light Whole Grain Bread, and had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Partly sunny and 74 degrees, rain and thunderstorms moving in toward evening. Had the other half of the outside deck painted, looks great. Went to Meijer Lawn and Garden and picked up another bag of the dark Mulch. Ran a little short of Mulch for around the tree out front. Got the front and side yards looking good! Next is the back yard flower bed and replacing some skirting around the back of the shed. For Dinner tonight I prepared Seasoned Haddock w/ Mac and Cheese.

Had not had Haddock in a while and it sounded good! I had purchased the Haddock from Kroger a couple of weeks ago and had them in the freezer. I sat the bag of them in the fridge overnight to thaw. I had already rinsed the fillets off in cold water  and cut the fillets in half before I froze them. So to prepare them I seasoned them with just a bit of Sea Salt and put the pieces in a Hefty Zip Plastic Bag where I then added Zatarain’s Lemon Pepper Breading Mix. Shook until the pieces were well coated. Shook off the excess and pan fried them in Extra Light Olive Oil, frying them about 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Haddock and Zatarain’s Lemon Pepper Mix, the perfect combo. The Zatarain’s Breading and Seasonings are my favorites. I love Haddock it cooks up so nicely and I love the flavor and how meaty it is.

Then for a side I microwaved Stouffer’s Classic Mac and Cheese Mac Cup. Frozen individual Mac
Cups, just microwave and serve. Mac and Cheese in a single serving cup! Tastes great, excellent Cheesy Mac. For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn with a Coke Zero to drink.











Haddock

The haddock is a saltwater fish from the family Gadidae, the true cods, it is the only species in the monotypic genus Melanogrammus. – Wikipedia

Nutrition Facts
Haddock, cooked
Amount Per 1 fillet (150 g)
Calories 136
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.8 g 1%
Saturated fat 0.2 g 1%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.3 g
Monounsaturated fat 0.1 g
Trans fat 0 g
Cholesterol 99 mg 33%
Sodium 391 mg 16%
Potassium 527 mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0%
Sugar 0 g
Protein 30 g 60%






Stouffer’s Classic Mac and Cheese Mac Cups

Freshly made pasta with 100% real cheddar cheese

Stouffer’s Classic Mac and Cheese Mac Cups are just the right size of delicious

Stouffer’s Classic Mac and Cheese Mac Cups:
* 100% real cheddar cheese
* No preservatives
* Stouffer’s in a cup

NUTRITIONAL INFO
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 170
Servings Per Container: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240 Calories from Fat 100
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11 17.00 %
Saturated Fat 6 30.00 %
Cholesterol 30mg 10.00 %
Sodium 560mg 23.00 %
Total Carbohydrate 26g 9.00 %
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 3g
Protein 10g
http://www.stouffers.com/products/detail.aspx?id=11406&c=0