Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week -The Juiciest Turkey Ever

Christmas is around the corner and its an all Jennie - O Turkey Day! This week's Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week is -The Juiciest Turkey Ever. Using a JENNIE-O® Premium Fresh Young Turkey with a Sweet and Savory Cajun Rub. Get ready for a special Christmas Day Dinner. Along with the Turkey Recipe I have a Appetizer and Dessert Recipe from the Jennie - O Turkey website. Merry Christmas and Make the SWITCH in 2018!  https://www.jennieo.com/

 The Juiciest Turkey Ever
Show your holiday guests that you care with the juiciest turkey EVER. With a sweet and savory Cajun rub, this unbelievably juicy recipe makes the perfect centerpiece to an unforgettable holiday meal.

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons ground oregano
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 (8 to 12-pound) JENNIE-O® Premium Fresh Young Turkey
3 tablespoons butter, softened

DIRECTIONS
1) Combine brown sugar, Cajun seasoning, oregano, thyme and garlic powder in a small bowl. Rub turkey with butter and sprinkle with brown sugar mixture. Place turkey in v-rack, upside down, over roasting pan. Cooking your turkey upside down makes for a juicy, tender turkey.
2) Cook turkey as specified on the package. Roast until timer pops up and turkey is fully cooked, 180°F as measured by a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh. ALWAYS confirm doneness with a meat thermometer. Juices should run clear. Let turkey stand 20 minutes before carving.
3) Let turkey stand 20 minutes before carving.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 90
Carbohydrates 8g
Sugars 4g
Protein 113g
Fiber 2g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/1037-the-juiciest-turkey-ever

Cajun Orange Turkey Tenderloin

Here's another Jennie - O Turkey Recipe - Cajun Orange Turkey Tenderloin. Made using a package JENNIE-O® Savory Roast Turkey Breast Tenderloin. We've used this several times and love it! So good and flavorful. You can find this recipe at the Jennie - O Turkey website along with all the other delicious and healthy recipes. So Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2018! https://www.jennieo.com/

Cajun Orange Turkey Tenderloin

INGREDIENTS
¾ cup orange juice
3 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons orange marmalade
3 cloves garlic, minced
1½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 (24-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Savory Roast Turkey Breast Tenderloin, cut into 6 pieces
6 Bibb lettuce leaves
6 orange wedges, if desired

DIRECTIONS
1) In small bowl, combine orange juice, onion, marmalade, garlic and seasoning. Pour ½ cup marinade into resealable food storage bag; add tenderloins. Seal bag and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight.
2) In saucepan, bring reserved marinade to boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered 5 to 7 minutes or until thickened; keep warm.
3) Remove turkey; discard any marinade. Grill turkey as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Brush turkey with sauce.
4) Place on lettuce. Serve with orange wedges, if desired.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING

Calories 150
Protein 21g
Carbohydrates 14g
Fiber 0g
Sugars 10g
Fat 1g
Cholesterol 50mg
Sodium 530mg
Saturated Fat 0.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/701-cajun-orange-turkey-tenderloin

Our Best One-Pan Dinner Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its, Our Best One-Pan Dinner Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Our Best One-Pan Dinner Recipes like; Cajun-Style Steaks, Chicken in Mushroom Sauce, and Sausage and Pepper Medley. Find these recipes and much more at Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/


Our Best One-Pan Dinner Recipes
Make dinner easy and cleanup a cinch with these delicious one-pan diabetic recipes.

Cajun-Style Steaks
A little Cajun seasoning adds a flavor wallop to these tomato- and sweet pepper-topped cube steaks. A side of fresh fruit salad completes the meal............


Chicken in Mushroom Sauce
The aromatic flavors of parsley, thyme, and rosemary are sure to wow family and friends. Chunky carrots and tiny pearl onions simmer together in the sauce, providing enhanced immunity, anticancer benefits, heart protection, blood sugar control, and healthier skin......


Sausage and Pepper Medley
Vitamin C-rich sweet peppers add low-carb flavor as well as volume to this slightly spicy dish. For more heat, use hot Italian turkey sausage links rather than mild...........


* Click the link below to get all the - Our Best One-Pan Dinner Recipes
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Chef's Turkey Salad

For a second recipe from the Jennie - O Turkey website (https://www.jennieo.com/) I have a Chef's Turkey Salad. You'll be using JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Turkey Breast Cutlets to make this Chef Salad along with Cajun Seasoning, Salad Greens, Low Fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Hard Cooked Chopped Egg Whites, Cherry Tomatoes and more! Only 270 calories and 4 grams of fat per serving! You can find the recipe along with all the other delicious and healthy recipes at the Jennie - O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2018!


Chef's Turkey Salad
A Chef’s Salad with all the fixings and none of the guilt? Yes, it exists — and it’s FANTASTIC. Lean turkey breast cutlets, hardboiled eggs and crisp peppers add up to a tasty lunch at under 300 calories per serving!

INGREDIENTS
1 (17.6-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Turkey Breast Cutlets, cut into 1-inch strips
2 teaspoons Creole, Cajun or Mexican seasonings
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
8 cups packed assorted torn salad greens
½ cup low-fat shredded Cheddar cheese
2 hard-cooked coarsely chopped egg whites
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
½ cup yellow or red bell pepper, cut into strips
¼ cup herb or garlic croutons
⅔ cup fat-free thousand island dressing
freshly ground black pepper, if desired

DIRECTIONS
1) Toss turkey strips with seasoning and garlic. Coat a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Heat at medium-high. Add turkey strips. Cook the turkey as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165ºF as measured by a meat thermometer. Transfer to a bowl; set aside to cool or refrigerate until serving time.
2) In a large bowl, add salad greens, cheese, hard-cooked egg whites, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper strips and croutons. Add cooled turkey and dressing; toss well. Arrange on 4 chilled serving plates; top with black pepper, if desired.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING

Calories 270
Protein 37g
Carbohydrates 21g
Fiber 5g
Sugars 10g
Fat 4g
Cholesterol 60mg
Sodium 800mg
Saturated Fat 1.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/94-chefs-turkey-salad

It's Nuts I tell you.........CAJUN PEANUTS

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) it's CAJUN PEANUTS. Peanuts in their spicy Cajun seasoned shell. The perfect snack for anytime. The CAJUN PEANUTS are just one of many delicious and healthy snacks that you can purchase at the NUTS site (https://nuts.com/) You can also choose items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, and GIFTS. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. Now more on the CAJUN PEANUTS. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!



CAJUN PEANUTS
Perfectly roasted peanuts encased in a crunchy shell then coated with the perfect amount of spicy cajun seasoning. One bite will have your taste buds begging for more.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 28g (~1 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 140
Calories from Fat 60
%DV
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 150mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 3g
* Store at room temperature for up to 6 months.
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Diabetic Dish of the Week - Bayou Cajun Fries

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is Bayou Cajun Fries. Came across a delicious and Diabetic Friendly recipe at the Diabetes Self - Management website that I wanted to pass along for this week's recipe, Bayou Cajun Fries. A perfect side for your Burgers or Hot Dogs. They are only 91 calories and 16 net carbs per serving! At the Diabetes Self - Management site you'll find a large selection of recipes, Diabetes Management tips and current news on Diabetes Care. It's a great site so check it out today. https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/

Bayou Cajun Fries

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray
1 baking potato (6 ounces), scrubbed
1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/8 teaspoons salt
Directions

1 - Preheat oven 475°F. Spray nonstick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
2 - Cut potato lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices, then cut each slice into 1/4-inch strips. Place on prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with paprika; toss gently to coat. Arrange potato strips in single layer (potatoes should not touch).
3 - Bake 5 minutes; stir and bake 5 minutes more or until potatoes are golden brown and tender when pierced with fork. Immediately sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and salt; toss gently to coat.

Yield: 2 servings. Serving size: 2/3 cup.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 91, Carbohydrates: 18 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 166 mg, Fiber: 2 g

https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/bayou-cajun-fries