Turkey Meatball Mini Sub w/ Baked Fries

Dinner Tonight: Turkey Meatball Mini Sub w/ Baked Crinkle Fries





For Breakfast this morning I toasted a couple of Nutri Grain Eggo's and I had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. 61 degrees and mostly sunny out today, 2 days in a row with no rain! After Breakfast I went to McDonald's and picked up Breakfast for Mom. Dropped that off and headed back out to Menard's. They had some Whiskey Barrel Plant Buckets and Mom had been wanting one so I purchased 1 for her. I also picked up another plant bucket along with a couple of bags of Peat Moss, 2 bags of Dirt, Weed Spray and a few Vegetable and Spice Plants. I replanted a few of plants and then finished up working on the backyard flower bed. So for Dinner tonight I prepared a Turkey Meatball Mini Sub w/ Baked Fries.


I had used the Honeysuckle White Fresh Italian Style Turkey Meatballs leftover from yesterday meal. The Meatballs are good size, always fresh, meaty, and have a fantastic taste and they’re 190 calories and 5 net carbs for 3 Meatballs. Plus they’re a perfect size for Hoagie or Hot Dog Buns, I used Aunt Millie’s Reduced Calorie Whole Grain Hot Dog Buns.






For my Pasta Sauce I had used the LaRosa’s Original Sauce. A local favorite and mine also, it’s got a perfect combination of a robust sauce with a hint of sweetness to it. To prepare it I took a medium size sauce pan and sprayed it with Pam Cooking Spray. Emptied the can of Sauce in the pan and turned the heat on medium. Then I added my Turkey Meatballs and covered the pan and let it simmer until both the Sauce and Meatballs were heated through.




I’m using Sargento Shredded Mozzarella Cheese as a topping for the Sub. You can use Hoagie Buns but to save on calories and carbs I usually just use Aunt Millie’s Reduced Fat Whole Grain Hot Dog Buns. To assemble; open the Bun up, put the Meatballs and Sauce in the Bun , top it with a few shakes of McCormick Grinder Italian Seasoning, and top it with the Sargento Shredded Mozzarella Cheese. Love these Meatball Sandwiches! The Larosa’s Sauce just seems to bring the Sandwich together! Sauce is incredible, Turkey Meatballs flavorful and meaty, and the Mozzarella is perfect with Pasta and Sauces.


For my Fries I’m using Alexia Organic Yukon Select Fries. Seasoned them with McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn Medley. Baked them at 425 degrees for 16 minutes. They bake up beautifully and seasoned just right, excellent Shoestring Fry! Plus they are only 120 calories and 15 net carbs. For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop – Pop Corn and a Sprite Zero to drink.








Honeysuckle White Fresh Italian Style Turkey Meatballs

Product Description
Add traditional Italian taste to your pasta dishes with our Fresh Italian Style Turkey Meatballs.

They’re fully cooked and ready to heat and eat.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 3 oz (85.0 g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.0g 15%
Saturated Fat 3.0g 15%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 600mg 25%
Total Carbohydrates 6.0g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 17.0g
http://www.honeysucklewhite.com/ProductDetail.aspx?product_id=1

Dinner Tonight: Chili and Cheese Nachos




To start the day off I prepared a sunny side up Egg, heated up a couple of Johnsonville Turkey
Breakfast sausage Links, toasted 2 slices of Aunt Millie's Light Whole Grain Bread, and a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. I was hungry! Outside its 49 degrees and sunny. With the rains finally stopping I got the leaf blower out and cleaned off the deck and driveway areas. I had bought a few Strawberry Plants and a couple of indoor plants the other day. I planted the Strawberry Plants to the side of the shed and repotted the 2 house plants I bought also. For Dinner tonight a real Comfort Food, Chili and Cheese Nachos.

Mom loves Chili and Cheese Nachos. So Nachos it is tonight! To make them I’ll need: Tostitos Multi
Grain Scoops for my Chips. I love these with Salsa or just as snack by their selves, they bake and hold their shape better than most chips. For my toppings I used 1 can of Mario Sliced Black Olives, sliced up some Green Olives, Mezzetta Deli Sliced Jalapeno Peppers, Hormel Turkey Chili with Beans, a few shakes (or more) of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, and Sargento Reduced Fat Mozzarella. Put all that together and it’s nothing but good Nachos! Especially love the Jalapenos, nice mild heat!


To prepare I preheated the oven at 400 degrees and sprayed a glass baking dish with Pam and layer
everything in. I first opened up 2 cans of the Hormel Chili with Beans and heated them up in a sauce pan, as it was heating I added about 6 shakes of Frank’s Hot Sauce to it and mixed. After the Chili was ready I added 4 tablespoons of Chili to the baking dish, then I added my Scoops (Chips). I then added the Sliced Black Olives and Sliced Green Olives, the remainder of the Chili, Sliced Jalapeno Peppers (Love These), and then top everything the Cheese. Then just pop it in the oven 10 minutes or until the Cheese had started to melt and everything heated. We love Nachos, nothing better than a big plate of Chili Cheese Nachos! For Dessert/Snack later a bowl of Skinny Pop - Pop Corn and a Diet Dr. Pepper to drink.




Hormel: Turkey w/Beans 98% Fat Free Chili

* Since 1891

* NO preservatives

Directions:
Stove top: empty chili into saucepan. Stir occasionally while heating over medium heat, about 5 minutes or until hot. Microwave: empty chili into microwaveable bowl; cover loosely. Heat for 2 To 3 minutes or until hot, stirring once. Careful. Let chili stand in microwave 1 minute and stir before serving. All microwaves And stoves vary. Times given are approximate.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (247 g)
Per Serving % Daily Value*
Calories 210
Calories from Fat 27
Total Fat 3.0g 5%
Saturated Fat 1.0g 5%
Cholesterol 45 mg 15%
Sodium 1250 mg 52%
Carbohydrates 28.0g 9%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g 24%
Sugars 6.0g
Protein 17.0g


Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! Tortilla Chips

Serve up a sensible snacking option with multi-grain tortilla chips at your next gathering using

Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! Tortilla Chips, 10 oz. Whether its family Mexican food night or a game night with friends, there are plenty of Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! to go around with this 10-ounce bag. Make a platter or two of individual appetizers to share with guests or for a family weekend snack.

The authentic flavor of Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! Tortilla Chips, 10 oz. makes them versatile for pairing with a variety of Tostitos dips. These multigrain tortilla chips and a bowl of salsa are a perfect pair for an evening snack while watching a movie. Spruce up chips and salsa with a dollop of sour cream and some freshly chopped cilantro for a different take on the classic snack. The crunchy texture of the chips makes them a great substitute for crackers with a bowl of chili or soup.

Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! Tortilla Chips, 10 oz.:
* 10 oz. bag
* Multigrain chips
* Perfect for quick, easy appetizers
* Sturdy for scooping through layered dips
* Great for parties

Ingredients:
Ingredients: Whole White Corn, Vegetable Oil (Contains One Or More of The Following: Corn, Sunflower, Or Soybean Oil), And Salt.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Oz
Servings Per Container 10
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60
Calories From Fat 60
% Daily Value
Total Fat 7 G 10
Saturated Fat 1 G 4
Trans Fat 0 G
Monounsaturated Fat 2 G
Cholesterol 0 Mg 0
Sodium 110 Mg 5
Total Carbohydrate 17 G 6
Dietary Fiber 2 G 7
Sugars <1 g="" p="">Protein 2 G

Chili and Cheese Nachos

Dinner Tonight: Chili and Cheese Nachos





To start my day off I just had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. After my Tea I went to Kroger for a few items and then to McDonald's to pick up Breakfast for Mom - a Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Bagel

with a Senior Coffee with 1 Cream. Mom went on to Church. Me, I did a couple of loads of laundry and light cleaning of the house. Later I got the leaf blower out and cleaned off the deck. After that I returned to being a slug for the afternoon! Watched NFL Football the rest of the afternoon. For Dinner tonight a real Comfort Food, Chili and Cheese Nachos.






Just no motivation to prepare a big meal so why not Chili and Cheese Nachos. We love Chili and Cheese Nachos around here! To make them I’ll need: Tostitos Multi Grain Scoops for my Chips. I

love these with Salsa or just as snack by their selves, they bake and hold their shape better than most chips. For my toppings I used 1 can of Mario Sliced Black Olives, sliced up some Green Olives, Mezzetta Deli Sliced Jalapeno Peppers, Hormel Turkey Chili with Beans, a few shakes (or more) of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, and Sargento Reduced Fat Mozzarella. Put all that together and it’s nothing but good Nachos! Especially love the Jalapenos, nice mild heat!




To prepare I preheated the oven at 400 degrees and sprayed a glass baking dish with Pam and layer everything in. I first opened up 2 cans of the Hormel Chili with Beans and heated them up in a sauce

pan, as it was heating I added about 6 shakes of Frank’s Hot Sauce to it and mixed. After the Chili was ready I added 4 tablespoons of Chili to the baking dish, then I added my Scoops (Chips). I then added the Sliced Black Olives and Sliced Green Olives, the remainder of the Chili, Sliced Jalapeno Peppers (Love These), and then top everything the Cheese. Then just pop it in the oven 10 minutes or until the Cheese had started to melt and everything heated. I love Nachos, nothing better than a big plate of Chili Cheese Nachos! For Dessert/Snack later a few slices of Boar's Head Block Sharp Cheddar and Wheat Crackers.





Hormel: Turkey w/Beans 98% Fat Free Chili

* Since 1891

* NO preservatives

Directions:
Stove top: empty chili into saucepan. Stir occasionally while heating over medium heat, about 5 minutes or until hot. Microwave: empty chili into microwaveable bowl; cover loosely. Heat for 2 To 3 minutes or until hot, stirring once. Careful. Let chili stand in microwave 1 minute and stir before serving. All microwaves And stoves vary. Times given are approximate.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (247 g)
Per Serving % Daily Value*
Calories 210
Calories from Fat 27
Total Fat 3.0g 5%
Saturated Fat 1.0g 5%
Cholesterol 45 mg 15%
Sodium 1250 mg 52%
Carbohydrates 28.0g 9%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g 24%
Sugars 6.0g
Protein 17.0g




Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! Tortilla Chips

Serve up a sensible snacking option with multi-grain tortilla chips at your next gathering using

Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! Tortilla Chips, 10 oz. Whether its family Mexican food night or a game night with friends, there are plenty of Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! to go around with this 10-ounce bag. Make a platter or two of individual appetizers to share with guests or for a family weekend snack.

The authentic flavor of Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! Tortilla Chips, 10 oz. makes them versatile for pairing with a variety of Tostitos dips. These multigrain tortilla chips and a bowl of salsa are a perfect pair for an evening snack while watching a movie. Spruce up chips and salsa with a dollop of sour cream and some freshly chopped cilantro for a different take on the classic snack. The crunchy texture of the chips makes them a great substitute for crackers with a bowl of chili or soup.

Tostitos Multigrain Scoops! Tortilla Chips, 10 oz.:
* 10 oz. bag
* Multigrain chips
* Perfect for quick, easy appetizers
* Sturdy for scooping through layered dips
* Great for parties

Ingredients:
Ingredients: Whole White Corn, Vegetable Oil (Contains One Or More of The Following: Corn, Sunflower, Or Soybean Oil), And Salt.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Oz
Servings Per Container 10
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60
Calories From Fat 60
% Daily Value
Total Fat 7 G 10
Saturated Fat 1 G 4
Trans Fat 0 G
Monounsaturated Fat 2 G
Cholesterol 0 Mg 0
Sodium 110 Mg 5
Total Carbohydrate 17 G 6
Dietary Fiber 2 G 7
Sugars <1 g="" p="">Protein 2 G

Healthy Harvest Turkey Lasagna and Baked Italian Loaf Bread

Dinner Tonight: Healthy Harvest Turkey Lasagna and Baked French Bread




No Breakfast this morning, I've been fasting since 10:00 last night. I had my 4 month checkup at the Family Doctor at 8:15 this morning. Checking my Sugar, Cholesterol, and such. It takes about a week

to get the results back. Everything usually comes back good, just have to wait and see. After the Doctor I stopped at McDonald's and picked up Breakfast for Mom and Dad, they love their McDonald's! Dropped off their Breakfast and I headed to Kroger for a few items. On the way home stopped for gas and back home for the day. Did some cleaning outside and that was about it. Another hot and humid day with rain on and off. So for Dinner a family favorite, Healthy Harvest Turkey Lasagna and Baked Italian Loaf Bread.





As usual I’m using Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast, which I had in the freezer so I sat it in the fridge to thaw overnight. I use the recipe that’s on back of the Ronzoni Healthy Harvest

Lasagna Box as a guide. Making changes to some of the ingredients to reduce calories and carbs. I used the following; 1lb Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast, 3 cups (26 oz jar) Ragu Pasta Sauce, Sliced Mushrooms (optional), 1 cup Water, 1 3/4 cups (15 oz container) Kroger Part Skim Milk Ricotta Cheese, 2 cups (8 oz) or more Sargento Reduced Fat Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (divided), 1/2 cup grated Kraft Parmesan Cheese, 1/2 cup chopped fresh Parsley, 1/2 tsp Sea Salt, 1/4 tsp ground Black Pepper, and 6 pieces Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Lasagna, uncooked. Cutting calories and carbs by using Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast and the Kroger Part Skim Milk Ricotta Cheese, Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Pasta, and Sargento Reduced Fat Shredded Cheese.




Then to prepare it, Heat oven to 350°F. In a skillet, over medium-high heat, brown Turkey; season to
taste and drain of excess fat. Add the Pasta Sauce, Mushrooms, and Water; simmer about 10 minutes. Pour about 1 cup Sauce on bottom of a 13×9 foil pan. Arrange 3 UNCOOKED pasta pieces lengthwise over sauce; cover with 1 cup sauce. Spread one-half Ricotta Cheese and Mozzarella Cheese over Sauce. Repeat layers of RONZONI HEALTHY HARVEST LASAGNA, Sauce and Ricotta Cheese, Mozzarella. Top with layer of RONZONI HEALTHY HARVEST LASAGNA and remaining Sauce; sprinkle with Mozzarella Cheese. Cover with foil. Bake 45 minutes. Remove foil; bake additional 10 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.


The Lasagna comes out perfect, love this recipe! Everything tasted so fresh and as usual the Jennie -O Turkey was the star bringing everything together to make one delicious dish! Plenty of leftovers for

another meal or to freeze for later use. I’ve frozen this several times and it always comes out great after reheating. I left the original recipe at the bottom of the post. With just a few changes I saved on calories, carbs, and fat grams. The original recipe is at the end of the post. I also baked a loaf of Pillsbury Rustic French Bread. I really don't need Bread to go with Lasagna but Mom and Dad wanted some. For dessert later a Weight Watcher's Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Bar, really like these for dessert.





Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Whole Grain Lasagna

Ingredients

1lb ground beef
3 cups (26 oz jar) spaghetti sauce
1 small container of baby bella mushrooms, sliced

1 1/2 cups water
1 3/4 cups (15 oz container) ricotta or small curd cottage cheese
2 cups (8 oz) shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
9 pieces RONZONI HEALTHY HARVEST LASAGNA, uncooked

Directions

Heat oven to 350°F. In 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, brown meat; drain. Add spaghetti sauce, mushrooms, and water; simmer about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir together ricotta cheese, one-half mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, salt and pepper. 5. Pour about 1 cup sauce on bottom of 13×9-inch baking dish. Arrange 3 UNCOOKED pasta pieces lengthwise over sauce; cover with 1 cup sauce. Spread one-half cheese filling over sauce. Repeat layers of RONZONI HEALTHY HARVEST LASAGNA, sauce and cheese filling. Top with layer of RONZONI HEALTHY HARVEST LASAGNA and remaining sauce; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover with foil. Bake 45 minutes. Remove foil; bake additional 10 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutritional Info
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 277.3
Total Fat: 9.7 g
Cholesterol: 75.8 mg
Sodium: 519.1 mg
Total Carbs: 25.1 g
Dietary Fiber: 3.3 g
Protein: 23.9 g





Jennie – O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast

Our leanest ground turkey, all natural, 99 percent fat-free with no gluten.

Product Features:
99% fat-free
Gluten Free
All Natural
The Biggest Loser® Product
20-oz (1.25 lbs) or 40-oz package (2.5 lbs)

Cooking Instructions:
STOVETOP METHOD:
* Spray skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
* Preheat skillet over medium-high heat.
* Add ground turkey to hot skillet.
* Stir to crumble, approximately 14 to 16 minutes.
* Always cook to well-done, 165°F. as measured by a meat thermometer.

Nutritional Information
Serving Size 112 g Total Carbohydrates 0 g
Calories 120 Dietary Fiber 0 g
Calories From Fat 15 Sugars 0 g
Total Fat 1.5 g Protein 26 g
Saturated Fat .5 g Vitamin A 0%
Trans Fat .0 g Vitamin C 0%
Cholesterol 55 mg Iron 4%
Sodium 70 mg Calcium 0%

http://www.jennieo.com/products/3-Extra-Lean-Ground-Turkey-Breast

Turkey Meatball Mini Sub w/ Baked Crinkle Fries

Dinner Tonight: Turkey Meatball Mini Sub w/ Baked Crinkle Fries






I had a Simple Truth Breakfast Sandwich w/ Canadian Bacon for Breakfast and then I had an early

Dermatologist appointment. My 6 month check up. Not a bad check up but now I have to back in next Thursday and have a mole removed he was concerned about, hopefully it will come back negative for any type cancer. I always panic a bit when they find something, especially with my past history of Melanoma Cancer. Hoping for the best! Back home finished up some laundry for Mom and then I went to the hospital to see a friend of mine. He had a series of Mini Strokes and he's not doing too good. So I spent most of the afternoon with him and his family. For dinner tonight I prepared a Turkey Meatball Mini Sub w/ Baked Crinkle Fries.

I used Honeysuckle White Fresh Italian Style Turkey Meatballs. I’ve been using the Honeysuckle White Fresh Italian Style Turkey Meatballs for quite a few years now. The Meatballs are good size, always fresh, meaty, and have a fantastic taste and they’re 190 calories and 5 net carbs for 3 Meatballs. Plus they’re a perfect size for Hoagie or Hot Dog Buns, I used the Hot Dog Buns. .








For my Pasta Sauce I used the LaRosa’s Original Sauce. A local favorite and mine, it’s got a perfect combination of a robust sauce with a hint of sweetness to it. To prepare it I took a medium size sauce pan and sprayed it with Pam Cooking Spray. Emptied the can of Sauce in the pan and turned the heat on medium. Then I added my Turkey Meatballs and covered the pan and let it simmer until both the Sauce and Meatballs were heated through.







For my Cheese I used a slice of Sargento Ultra Thin Provolone Cheese and for the Bun I used a Aunt

Millie’s Reduced Fat Whole Grain Hot Dog Bun. You can use Hoagie Buns but to save on calories and carbs I usually just use Whole Grain Hot Dog Buns. To assemble; open the Bun up, put the slice of Provolone Cheese on it, the Meatballs and Sauce, and top it with a few shakes of McCormick Grinder Italian Seasoning. Love these Meatball Sandwiches! The Larosa’s Sauce just seems to bring the Sandwich together! Sauce is incredible, Turkey Meatballs flavorful and meaty, and the Provolone is perfect with Pasta sauces.






For a side I baked some Ore Ida Crinkle Fries and had a side of Hunt’s Ketchup for dipping. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Dark Fudge Swirl Frozen Yogurt.










Honeysuckle White Fresh Italian Style Turkey Meatballs

Product Description
Add traditional Italian taste to your pasta dishes with our Fresh Italian Style Turkey Meatballs. They’re fully cooked and ready to heat and eat.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 3 oz (85.0 g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.0g 15%
Saturated Fat 3.0g 15%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 600mg 25%
Total Carbohydrates 6.0g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 17.0g
http://www.honeysucklewhite.com/ProductDetail.aspx?product_id=1

Keeper Recipe Alert! Buffalo Chicken Nachos Grande

Want an appetizer that's real good, just not good but down right delicious? Look no further, from Pillsbury it's Buffalo Chicken Nachos Grande! Just a warning, these are addictive! I came across these on a Pillsbury Recipe email update the other day and it sounded too good to pass up, and they were.






The recipe calls for 4 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken, 3/4 cup Buffalo wing sauce, 1 bag (18 oz) restaurant-style tortilla chips, 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (12 oz), 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, and 1 cup crumbled blue cheese (4 oz). Sort of sounds like Buffalo Wings. I used a Walmart Rotisserie Chicken, Kroger Brand Medium Wing Sauce, Mission Round Tortiia, Sargento Reduced Fat Shredded Mozzarella, I was out of Celery so I didn't add any, and Mayfield Crumbled Bleu Cheese. I think chopped Celery or maybe even chopped Green Onions would both work. Even add a sliced Jalapeno Pepper on top for added heat.

To prepare them just Heat your oven to 350°F. and in large bowl, toss chicken and 1/2 cup of the wing sauce to coat. Spray two large (14-inch) pizza pans with cooking spray. Arrange half of the tortilla chips on one pizza pan; top with 2 cups of the chicken and 1 1/2 cups of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat on second pizza pan. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top each pan with celery and blue cheese; drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup wing sauce. To serve; slide one pan of nachos off onto other pan to make one large mound of nachos. Serve immediately. I wanted to try a small batch of these so I only made one baking sheet of them. As I said earlier these are delicious! Perfect for those tailgate football gatherings, parties, or even a main meal. Easily made and they are good leftovers; just put them on a plate with a paper towel over them and reheat in the microwave about 30 - 40 seconds. So if your looking for a new snack or appetizer, here it is! Thank you Pillsbury!






Buffalo Chicken Nachos Grande

Some of the ingredients

A mountain of nachos made with everyone's favorite spicy Buffalo wing sauce and blue cheese!


Ingredients:
4 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
3/4 cup Buffalo wing sauce
1 bag (18 oz) restaurant-style tortilla chips
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (12 oz)
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup crumbled blue cheese (4 oz)


Directions:

1 Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, toss chicken and 1/2 cup of the wing sauce to coat.
2 Spray two large (14-inch) pizza pans with cooking spray. Arrange half of the tortilla chips on one pizza pan; top with 2 cups of the chicken and 1 1/2 cups of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat on second pizza pan. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top each pan with celery and blue cheese; drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup wing sauce.
3 To serve; slide one pan of nachos off onto other pan to make one large mound of nachos. Serve immediately.


Nutrition Information

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 Serving Calories500 ( Calories from Fat250), % Daily Value Total Fat27g27% (Saturated Fat9g,9% Trans Fat0g0% ), Cholesterol85mg85%; Sodium1400mg1400%; Total Carbohydrate35g35% (Dietary Fiber1g1%   Sugars1g1% ), Protein27g27% ; % Daily Value*: Vitamin A8%; Vitamin C0%; Calcium30%; Iron15%;
Exchanges:2 1/2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 3 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choices:2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.



http://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/buffalo-chicken-nachos-grande/10aaa0a4-52e8-4b45-be88-a2dd5ac9306b?nicam2=Email%26nichn2%3DCore%26niseg2%3DPBD%26nicreatID2%3DPBD_11_06_2013

Meatballs in Marinara Sauce on Bun w/ Baked Fries

Dinner Tonight: Meatballs in Marinara Sauce on Bun w/ Baked Fries

A cool but sunny and beautiful Autumn Day out again. Got the 4 wheel mobility scooter out and helped with the yard work, raking leaves. Then took it out for a spin through the neighborhood and on down to the lake area. Then some College Football for the afternoon! For dinner, Meatballs in Marinara Sauce on Bun w/ Baked Fries.






A Meatball Sandwich on a cool Autumn Day just sounded right! I used Hormel Sandwich Makers Meatballs in Marinara Sauce. I came across this at Walmart yesterday and thought I would give it a try. It comes in a plastic microwavable container. To,prepare it just puncture the plastic film and microwave for 60 seconds. Let it cool for a minute or so and it's ready! The Meatballs were good tasting and an excellent Marinara Sauce! There's 2 servings per package, so I have my lunch for tomorrow. I served them on a Aunt Millie's Reduced Calorie Whole Grain Hot Dog Bun. Topped it with some Sargento Reduced Fat Shredded Mozzarella Cheese. I also baked some  Ore Ida Simply Cracked Black Pepper and Sea Salt Country Style Fries. For dessert/snack later some slices of Cracker Barrel 2% Sharp Cheddar on Ritz Whole Grain Crackers.






Hormel Sandwich Makers Meatballs in Marinara Sauce


Your start to a perfect sandwich and more, like family-favorite spaghetti and meatballs! Look for them in the soup and pasta aisle.


Microwave Instructions:
Puncture plastic film in several spots on top of tray or peel film back on tray about 1/4-inch. Place tray in microwave. Heat on HIGH for 60 seconds or until hot. Let tray stand for 1 minute, if desired. The tray and its contents are hot after microwaving. Carefully remove film by peeling it back around the tray. Stir, serve with your favorite bread and enjoy!


Nutritional Information
Serving Size: 106g
Servings per Container: varies
Amount Per Serving
Calories:160
Total Fat:9g
Saturated Fat:4g
Cholesterol:30mg
Sodium:660mg
Total Carbs:9g
    Fiber:2g
    Sugars:2g
Protein:10g


Ingredients
Ingredients: Cooked Italian Style Meatballs (Beef, Water, Textured Soy Protein Concentrate, Bread Crumbs [Enriched Bleached Wheat Flour {Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid}, Durum Flour, Leavening {Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate}], Romano Cheese [Pasteurized Sheep's Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Salt, Flavorings, Dried Egg Whites, Spice, Parsley), Tomatoes (Water, Tomatoes, Tomato Paste), Water, Modified Cornstarch, Contains 2% or less of Parmesan Cheese (Parmesan Cheese [Pasteurized Part-Skim Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Powdered Cellulose to Prevent Caking, Sorbic Acid to Protect Flavor), Dehydrated Onions, Sugar, Flavoring, Salt, Spices, Olive Oil, Citric Acid, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Yeast Extract, Oleoresin of Paprika.

Allergens: Milk ingredients present,Egg ingredients present,Soy ingredients present,Wheat ingredients present,Gluten present


http://www.hormel.com/Brands/Hormel-Sandwich-Makers.aspx

Hamburger Helper Spaghetti w/ Baked French Bread

Dinner Tonight: Hamburger Helper Spaghetti w/ Baked French Bread

Happy Halloween Everyone! Well they cancelled Trick or Treat Night around most of the area for tonight. Cancelled due to a heavy thunderstorm with high winds that's supposed to move through a large chunk of this part of the Country. Most have rescheduled Trick or Treat for tomorrow night. Tonight I prepared Hamburger Helper Spaghetti w/ Baked French Bread.






I had tried the Hamburger Helper Lasagna a while back, which was very good, so I thought I would give the Hamburger Helper Spaghetti a try. As usual I replaced the Ground Beef with Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast. What a huge difference in calories and grams of fat for 1 lb. of Ground Turkey and Ground Beef! All the nutrition sites vary somewhat but according to http://www.fatsecret.com/calories-nutrition/ web site 1 Lb of Ground Beef (95% Lean / 5% Fat) contains 621 Calories and 22.68g Total Fat! While Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast contains Calories 120 Dietary Fiber 0 g Calories From Fat 15 Sugars 0 g Total Fat 1.5 g - See more at: http://www.jennieo.com/products/3-Extra-Lean-Ground-Turkey-Breast#sthash.wCRJyEmM.dpuf. A huge difference!!

To prepare it, the short version, start by browning the Ground Turkey and seasoning it with Sea Salt, Ground Pepper, Ground Roasted Cumin, and Parsley Flakes. Stir in hot water, uncooked spaghetti and sauce mix. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. 3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spaghetti is tender. Remove from heat and uncover. (Sauce will thicken as it stands.) It was very easy to prepare and I really enjoyed it! I liked this better than the Hamburger Lasagna. The Spaghetti was tender and the Sauce was excellent. I added just a bit of Kraft Grated Parmesan and topped with a bit of Sargento Reduced Fat Mozzarella. I also baked a loaf of Pillsbury Simply Rustic French Bread. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Vanilla Bean Frozen Yogurt.









Hamburger Helper Spaghetti

Spaghetti skillet-meal mix of spaghetti and Italian-style sauce mix for hamburger


Directions
You will need: 1 lb lean ground beef (You can use 1 lb ground turkey instead of ground beef.), 3-1/2 cups hot water. 1. Brown ground beef in 10-inch skillet; drain. 2. Stir in hot water, uncooked spaghetti and sauce mix. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. 3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spaghetti is tender. Remove from heat and uncover. (Sauce will thicken as it stands.) High altitude: (3500 - 6500 ft): Increase hot water to 3-3/4 cups.

Microwave: 1. Crumble 1 lb lean ground beef into 2-1/2-quart microwavable casserole or bowl. Microwave uncovered on High 3 to 5 minutes, breaking up beef after 3 minutes, until brown; drain. 2. Stir in 3-3/4 cups boiling water, uncooked spaghetti and sauce mix. 3. Microwave uncovered on High 12 to 16 minutes, stirring every 6 minutes, until spaghetti is tender. (Sauce will thicken as it stands.) Dish will be hot. High altitude microwave (3500 - 6500 ft): Increase boiling water to 4 cups and last microwave time to 14-18 min.



Ingredients
Enriched Spaghetti (Wheat Flour, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Dried Tomato, Sugar, Corn Starch, Salt, Paprika, Dried Onion, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Corn, Soy, Wheat), Citric Acid, Dried Garlic, Spices, Dextrose, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Beet Powder Color, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Egg, Nonfat Milk.



Nutrition Facts
Calories 290
Calories from fat 99
% Daily Value 1
Total Fat 11g 17%
Sat. Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 55mg 18%
Sodium 750mg 31%
Total Carbs. 27g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 5g
Protein 20g
Calcium 20mg

Black Bean and Turkey Tacos

Dinner Tonight: Black Bean and Turkey Tacos

Rainy day around here today. We needed some rain though it was getting a little dry around here. Not much going on, just bummed around doing odds and ends till football started up in the afternoon. For dinner I prepared Black Bean and Turkey Tacos.





I used Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast, I had this leftover from the other night when I made Stuffed Peppers. I fried it in Canola Oil and seasoned it with Sea Salt, Ground Roasted Cumin, Cilantro Flakes, and 1 package of Old El Paso Low Sodium Taco Seasoning. As I added the Taco Seasoning Mix I also added 1 can of Bush’s Low Sodium Black Beans, I drained and rinsed them before I added them. Black Beans with Ground Turkey is a perfect pairing for Tacos. Mixed well until everything was coated and then simmered another 5 minutes until heated through.





For my other toppings I used 1 small can of Mario Sliced Black Olives, 1 small diced Tomato, Sargento 4 Cheese Mexican Shredded Reduced Fat Cheese, Dole Shredded Lettuce, Old El Paso Taco Sauce, and all in a Ortega Whole Grain Corn Taco Shells. I love these Tacos! The crunch of the shells and all the different flavors and spices make a perfect Taco. For dessert later a Jello Sugarless Double Chocolate Pudding.







Ortega Whole Grain Corn Taco Shells

Excellent Source of Fiber and 16 grams of Whole Grains per serving. Each package contains 10 Taco Shells, total net weight of 4.9 oz.

Product Detail
Ortega Whole Grain Taco Shells are rich with flavor and texture and offer the fiber and complex carbohydrates your body needs. Our unique recipe combines whole kernel corn with whole grains for a delicious way to nourish and satisfy your body and the entire family. Plus, only Ortega Taco Shells are carefully placed in a proprietary freshness pack to cushion and protect them from breaking. Each freshness pack is then vacuum sealed to keep the shells fresh and crisp. Taste the Difference!

Ingredients
Whole Yellow Kernal Corn, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Maltodextrin, Corn Bran, Water, Salt, Hydrated Lime.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 shells

Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 50Calories 110

% Daily Values*
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 160mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 5g 20%
Sugars 0g
Protein 2g



http://www.ortega.com/products/ortega-whole-grain-taco-shells-10ct_17103

Black Bean and Turkey Tacos

Dinner Tonight: Black Bean and Turkey Tacos

Another perfect day outside, hope our streak continues! Moving sort of slow earlier today, stayed up late watching the Cincinnati Reds and Cardinals play a 16 inning ball game last night. Managed to go to the store and picked up a few items to make a Cheesecake for dessert tonight. For dinner it's one of my favorites, Black Bean and Turkey Tacos.





I used the leftover Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast from last night when I made a Turkey Burger. I fried it in Canola Oil and seasoned it with Sea Salt, Ground Roasted Cumin, Cilantro Flakes, and 1 package of Old El Paso Low Sodium Taco Seasoning. As I added the Taco Seasoning Mix I also added 1 can of Bush’s Low Sodium Black Beans, I drained and rinsed them before I added them. I love pairing the Black Beans with Ground Turkey. Mixed well until everything was coated and then simmered another 5 minutes until heated through.

For my other toppings I used 1 can Green Giant Steam Crisp Super Sweet Yellow and White Whole Kernel Corn, 1 small can of Mario Sliced Black Olives, 1 small diced Tomato, Sargento 4 Cheese Mexican Shredded Reduced Fat Cheese, a bag of Dole Shredded Lettuce, and all in a Ortega Whole Grain Corn Taco Shells. I love these Tacos! The crunch of the shells and all the different flavors and spices make a perfect Taco. For dessert later Cheesecake. See the Cheesecake posting for the recipe for the Cheesecake and Blackberry Sauce Topping.






Ortega Whole Grain Corn Taco Shells

Excellent Source of Fiber and 16 grams of Whole Grains per serving. Each package contains 10 Taco Shells, total net weight of 4.9 oz.

Product Detail
Ortega Whole Grain Taco Shells are rich with flavor and texture and offer the fiber and complex carbohydrates your body needs. Our unique recipe combines whole kernel corn with whole grains for a delicious way to nourish and satisfy your body and the entire family. Plus, only Ortega Taco Shells are carefully placed in a proprietary freshness pack to cushion and protect them from breaking. Each freshness pack is then vacuum sealed to keep the shells fresh and crisp. Taste the Difference!

Ingredients
Whole Yellow Kernal Corn, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Maltodextrin, Corn Bran, Water, Salt, Hydrated Lime.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 shells

Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 50Calories 110

% Daily Values*
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 160mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 5g 20%
Sugars 0g
Protein 2g



http://www.ortega.com/products/ortega-whole-grain-taco-shells-10ct_17103 

Oven Roasted Rosemary Ham Sandwich w/ Creamy Tomato Soup

Dinner Tonight: Oven Roasted Rosemary Ham Sandwich w/ Creamy Tomato Soup

Busy afternoon as I went for my 6 month check-up at my Oncologist. I'm very lucky to have found not only one the finest Oncologist but one of the friendliest and with a super staff! I've been seeing him since November of 1998. He's helped through some really difficult times with not only Melanoma Cancer but a variety of aches and illnesses, proud to call him a friend. Anyway he read my scan reports and everything was negative on the Cancer front! This month almost to the very day marks my Anniversary of being Cancer Free also, 9 years! It's been a struggle but I'm still here! For dinner, a very light dinner. I prepared a Oven Roasted Rosemary Ham Sandwich w/ Creamy Tomato Soup.





I used Kroger Brand Sliced Oven Roasted Rosemary Ham. I had never tried this Ham until last week, sorry it took me so long to try it! It's sliced really thin and the Ham just melts in your mouth. Nice flavor and it's only 70 calories 0 carbs per serving. I served it on a Healthy Life Whole Grain Hamburger Bun and topped it with a slice of Sargento Ultra Thin Swiss Cheese, which is only 40 calories and 0 carbs. So the Sandwich is a total of only 190 calories and 16 carbs.





I also heated up a can of my favorite Tomato Soup, Amy's Organic Creamy Tomato Soup. I've been using this a couple of years now. Creamy with a fantastic flavor and it's 110 calories and 19 carbs. I added a half serving of Skyline Oyster Crackers, what's Tomato Soup without Crackers! A light, low calorie, low carb, delicious dinner. For dessert a bowl of Del Monte No Sugar Added Peach Chunks.






Amy’s Organic Light in Sodium – Cream of Tomato Soup

Responding to customer requests, our chefs have created a line of Light in Sodium soups with all the flavor and goodness of our regular soups, but containing 50% less sodium. Contains 340 mg of sodium compared to 690 mg in Amy’s regular cream of tomato soup. No GMOs – No bioengineered ingredients. All dairy ingredients are made with pasteurized, rBST hormone free milk. USDA organic. Certified organic by QAI. Ready serve. Gluten free. This Cream of Tomato Soup is made from organic sun-ripened tomatoes slowly simmered to bring out their natural sweetness. Amy’s dad says it’s the best reduced sodium tomato soup he’s ever eaten. We’re sure that you’ll agree.

Contains 340mg of sodium compared to 690mg in Amy’s regular Cream of Tomato soup.

Ingredients : 0g Trans Fat/No Added MSG/No Preservatives Organic tomato puree, filtered water, organic cream, organic evaporated cane juice, organic onions, sea salt, organic black pepper. Contains milk.

Nutritional Facts
Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings Per Container: ~ 2
Serving Weight: 1 cup
Product UPC: 0-42272-00581-9
Calories: 110 Calories from Fat: 25
Total Fat: 2.5g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 340mg
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 3g
Sugars: 13g
Protein: 3g
Organic: 10%
Vitamin A: 20% • Vitamin C: 15%
Calcium: 4% • Iron: 10%

http://www.amys.com/

Pulled Buffalo Chipotle BBQ Sandwich w/ Mini Taco Tostadas Appetizers

Dinner Tonight: Pulled Buffalo Chipotle BBQ Sandwich w/ Mini Taco Tostadas Appetizers





Wow, we finally saw the sun today! They say not for long though as more heavy rain predicted. Went to
Meijer this morning and picked up quite a few items. Finding Meijer prices lower and lower, that's a good thing. They also have the best selections of Jennie - O products, which I love using! In fact I'll be using some of the Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey for an appetizer for tonight. For dinner I prepared a Pulled Buffalo Chipotle BBQ Sandwich w/ Mini Taco Tostadas Appetizers.





I used Wild Idea Buffalo Pulled Buffalo Chuck Roast. It comes in a 1 lb. package and it's already cooked. It's rubbed with a blend of Mexican seasonings and then slowly braised to fall apart tender. All I did was open and heat! I topped it with JB'S Fat Boy Chipotle BBQ Sauce and served on a Aunt Millie's Light Whole Grain Sandwich Bun. I love Buffalo and Wild Idea Buffalo has the most delicious Buffalo Meat there is!




For a side or appetizer I prepared Mini Taco Dip Tostadas with a Greek Yogurt/Sour Cream Sauce. Really

happy how this came out, delicious! A really good and easily prepared appetizer. Got the idea from the Cooking Channel and I used some reduced fat items to make it a bit more healthy and keeping the taste. I first made Greek Yogurt/Sour Cream Sauce using a 1/4 cup Nonfat Greek Yogurt, 1 Tablespoon Daisy Reduced Fat Sour Cream, and the Zest of 1 lime, plus juice of 1/2 lime. Just combine all the 3 ingredients in a small bowl and refrigerate until ready to use, real easy to make. For the  Mini Taco Dip Tostadas I needed 1/2 - Packet Old El Paso Taco Seasoning, 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Tortilla chips, preferably round, 8 ounces Jennie - O 99-percent Fat-Free Ground Turkey, 1/2 cup Low Sodium Canned Black Beans, rinsed and drained, Pinch Sea Salt, Fresh Cracked Black Peppercorn, Frank's Red Hot Sauce to taste, optional, and 1 cup Sargento Shredded Reduced - Fat Cheddar Cheese.





Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.Place chips in on a broiler-proof baking sheet set aside. Brown the turkey in the skillet, breaking it up with a fork, until the meat is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of the taco seasoning, salsa and some salt and black pepper. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated. Spread turkey mixture across all the chips and top with the cheese. Broil long enough to melt cheese and heat the chips, and then let cool and serve! This is a real keeper recipe! We could have made a meal of just these, everyone enjoyed them! I left the full recipe at the end of the post. For dessert later tonight a slice of Pillsbury Nut Quick Bread topped with a scoop of Breyer's Carb Smart Vanilla Ice Cream.
 







Mini Taco Dip Tostadas with Greek Yogurt/Sour Cream Sauce



INGREDIENTS:

Mini Taco Tostadas:

1/2 - Packet Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Tortilla chips, preferably round
8 ounces Jennie - O 99-percent Fat-Free Ground Turkey
1/2 cup Low Sodium Canned Black Beans, rinsed and drained
Pinch Sea Salt
Fresh Cracked Black Peppercorn
Frank's Red Hot Sauce to taste, optional
1 cup Sargento Shredded Reduced - Fat Cheddar Cheese


Sauce:

1/4 cup Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1 Tablespoon Daisy Reduced Fat Sour Cream
Zest of 1 lime, plus juice of 1/2 lime


DIRECTIONS:


Combine Yogurt, Sour Cream and Lime in a small bowl and refrigerate until needed. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.Place chips in on a broiler-proof baking sheet set aside. Brown the turkey in the skillet, breaking it up with a fork, until the meat is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of the taco seasoning, salsa and some salt and black pepper. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated.
Spread turkey mixture across all the chips and top with the cheese. Broil long enough to melt cheese and heat the chips, and then let cool.




Wild Idea Buffalo - Pulled Buffalo Meat

Pulled Buffalo Meat – Our pulled Buffalo Chuck Roast is rubbed with our own blend of Mexican seasonings and then slowly braised to fall apart tender. We’ve done the work for you, so all you need to do is heat and eat! Use in all of your favorite Mexican dishes, like tacos, enchiladas and quesadillas.  Or use for B.B.Q. sandwiches!

1 lb. package.


http://buy.wildideabuffalo.com/products/pulled-buffalo-meat

Smoked Turkey and Roasted Pastrami on Whole Grain Bun w/ Ruffle's Light Chips

Dinner Tonight: Smoked Turkey and Roasted Pastrami on Whole Grain Bun w/ Ruffle's Light Potato Chips

Ahhh, another one of those days! Finally got my Hoveround Chair repaired and back running at 100%. Them digital camera went wacko and had to figure out how to reprogram that. Then a Java Update for my computer went awry and took me most of the afternoon to get my computer back up to 100%. Managed to slide out to pick up a few groceries in there too, busy day! For dinner a Smoked Turkey and Roasted Pastrami on Whole Grain Bun w/ Ruffle's Light Chips.




I used Boar's Head Pastrami and Boar's Head Smoked Turkey for my sandwich along with a slice of Sargento Swiss Cheese. First time I tried the Boar's Head Pastrami or Smoked Turkey, very good as all Boar's Head Meat. I served it all on a Healthy Life Whole Grain Bun. I had a side of Ruffle's Light Potato Chips. For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Pudding topped with Cool Whip Free.






Boar's Head ALL NATURAL* SMOKED TURKEY BREAST

*No artificial ingredients, minimally processed
• Humanely Raised†
• No MSG Added
• No Nitrate or Nitrite Added††
• No Preservatives
• Raised Without the Use of Antibiotics or Hormones†††
• Vegetarian Grain Fed

Skinless turkey breast that is slow roasted and then lightly smoked in a smoke house. Certified heart-healthy, extra lean, high in protein and preservative free. Try using it for a chopped salad with romaine lettuce, corn, black beans, avocado, dates, green onions and corn bread croutons tossed in a vinaigrette dressing.


http://boarshead.com/products/turkey/338-all-natural-smoked-turkey



CAP-OFF TOP ROUND PASTRAMI
USDA Choice pastrami made in the Traditional New York Style. Coated with black pepper and spices, then slowly smoked for a unique, full flavor. Our Top Round Pastrami is lean, rich in protein, tender and can be served hot or cold.


http://boarshead.com/products/beef/205-cap-off-choice-top-round-pastrami

Baked Ham & Swiss Sliders w/ Baked Crinkle Fries

Dinner Tonight: Baked Ham & Swiss Sliders w/ Baked Crinkle Fries



We got some hot and humid weather coming, around 89 to 90 degrees. I can take the heat but the humidity carbs. I also used Kroger Hickory Smoker Ham and it’s 70 calories and 1 carb per serving along with Sargento Ultra Thin Swiss Cheese which is 40 calories and 1 carb per slice, but I'll only be adding a half a slice per sandwich.

is what makes me uncomfortable. For dinner one my favorite recipes, Baked Ham & Swiss Sliders w/ Baked Crinkle Fries. A while back I made some Aunt Millie’s Baked Ham & Swiss Rolls, using Aunt Millie’s Hawaiian Rolls. This time I made them using Kroger Whole Wheat Slider Buns. These are only 70 calories and 13



This is makes one tasty sandwich! This is another one of those keeper recipes. To prepare it preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Then I used the package of Slider Buns, 1 – 12 oz. Package of Kroger Private Selection Hickory Smokehouse Ham, and 1 package of Sargento Ultra Thin Swiss Cheese. I placed the bottom half of the bun in the bottom in a deep baking pan large enough to hold 12 sandwiches, about 11″ x 14″ pan. Then I topped the rolls in the pan with Ham slices, and top with the Swiss Cheese slices. and placed the top of the rolls on the sandwiches.



I then poured a topping mixture evenly over the sandwiches. To make the mixture I combined the following ingredients: 4 Tbsp. butter (1/2 stick) melted, 2 tsp. dried onion, 1 1/2 tsp. Worchestershire sauce, 1 1/2 tsp. Poppyseed dressing, and 1/2 tsp. yellow mustard. Mix well with a whisk or fork till its well combined. Pour mixture evenly over the sandwiches. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes then remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes to allow the rolls to crisp. Remove from oven to cool and serve. And as I said earlier they are delicious. The topping mixture is what gives it it’s fantastic flavor. I can’t wait to try this on some Grilled Cheese or Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwiches! The recipe is for 12 sandwiches, I only made 6 Sandwiches so I cut back on the amount of Butter I used. I used Blue Bonnet Light Stick Butter, another calorie and carb saver! Just by doing the little things like going to an Ultra Thin cut of Meat or Cheese or by going with low fat, reduced fat, low carb you can end up reducing the fat, calorie and carb count on any recipe. It all adds up. Once again the Sandwiches came out absolutely delicious! It’s just the whole combination of everything that just bursts these Sandwiches with flavor. I love these sandwiches!! I’ve left the original recipe and web site link to Aunt Millie’s below.


 To accompany my Baked Ham and Swiss Sandwiches I prepared some Baked Ore Ida Crinkle Fries. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Vanilla Bean Frozen Yogurt.




Aunt Millie’s Baked Ham & Swiss Rolls

Fresh from the oven!

Ingredients:
1 package Aunt Millie’s Hawaiian dinner rolls. 12 ct.
1 – 12 oz. Package of ham slices
1 – 8 oz. package of Swiss cheese, slices
8 Tbsp. butter (one stick) melted
2 tsp. dried onion
1 1/2 tsp. Worchestershire sauce
1 1/2 tsp. Poppyseed dressing
1/2 tsp. yellow mustard
Yield: 12 servings



Directions:
Cut rolls in half.
Place the bottom in a deep baking pan large enough to hold 12 sandwiches, about 11″ x 14″ pan.
Top the rolls in the pan with ham slices, and top with the Swiss cheese slices.
Place the top of the rolls on the sandwiches.
Mix together butter, onion, Worchestershire, dressing, and mustard.
Pour mixture evenly over the sandwiches.
Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes to allow the rolls to crisp.
Remove from oven to cool and serve.
Nutrition Information:

Serving Size 1 Roll (112g)
Number of Servings 12
Calories 150
Calories from Fat 130
Total Fat 15g 23% DV
Saturated Fat 8g 41% DV
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 50mg 17% DV
Sodium 750mg 31% DV
Potassium 160mg 4% DV
Total Carbohydrate 29g 10% DV
Dietary Fiber 1g 5% DV
Sugar 7g
Protein 16g
*Percent Daily Values (%DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


http://www.auntmillies.com/Recipes/Sandwiches-Hot/Baked-Ham-and-Cheese-Rolls.asp




Ore Ida Crinkle Fries

Golden Crinkles®

French fries with ridges.
Who doesn’t love a crinkle fry? Our crinkle-cut fries are oh-so-tasty and just plain fun, especially when they’re paired with a juicy hamburger or hot dog and dipped in Heinz® Ketchup.

Nutrition:

SERVING SIZE 84g
CALORIES 120
FAT 4 1/2g
SODIUM 290mg
CARBS 19g


http://www.oreida.com/Products/G/Golden-Crinkles#.UaUgR0DOk20