Diabetic Dish of the Week - Grilled Steak with Roasted Garlic Paste

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Grilled Steak with Roasted Garlic Paste. Get that grill fired up for this week's recipe of Grilled Steak with Roasted Garlic Paste. Sirloin Steak topped with a Roasted Garlic Paste (recipe included). The Steak and Roasted Garlic Paste are only 230 calories and 4 carbs! This recipe comes from one of my sites and Magazines, the Diabetes Self Management website and Magazine. At the Diabetes Self Management site you'll find an excellent and huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes. Be sure to check it out soon! Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Grilled Steak with Roasted Garlic Paste
Hosting a cookout this weekend? This hearty Grilled Steak is the perfect centerpiece to your

barbecue. Flavored with fresh garlic, parsley, Parmesan and pepper, this low-carb, juicy entree is sure to be a hit with all your guests!

Preparation time: 20 minutes. Cooking time: 10–15 minutes. Baking time: 30–40 minutes (for garlic).

Ingredients
1 garlic bulb (with about 12–16 cloves)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 lean sirloin steaks (4 ounces each), trimmed of visible fat

Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut 1/2 inch off the top of the garlic bulb, and rub the cut area with a bit of olive oil. Wrap in a piece of foil to seal, and bake about 30–40 minutes until soft. Cool bulb enough to handle. Wrap a towel around the warm bulb and squeeze the bulb to expel the flesh into a small bowl. With a fork, mash the garlic into a paste. Add olive oil and mix well. Add parsley, cheese, lemon juice, and pepper.

Broil or grill steaks until almost to desired doneness. (For medium steak, internal temperature should be about 165°F.) For last 2 minutes of cooking, spoon garlic mixture on top of steaks in an even layer. (Garlic paste can also be used to coat four 4-ounce chicken breasts or 1 pound of shrimp.)

Yield: 4 servings.

Serving size: 1 four-ounce steak.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 230 calories, Carbohydrates: 4 g, Protein: 31 g, Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 64 mg, Sodium: 128 mg, Fiber: 0 g

https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/grilled-steak-with-roasted-garlic-paste/

Diabetic Dish of the Week - Stuffed Eggplant

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is Stuffed Eggplant. To make this recipe you'll need; Eggplants, Sirloin Steak, Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, and Spices. Its from the Diabetic Self Management website along with all the other Delicious Recipes so be sure to check it out. Plus don't forget to subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine, one my favorites. Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Stuffed Eggplant

Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray

2 eggplants (about 8 to 12 ounces each), halved lengthwise
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound boneless beef sirloin steak, trimmed of visible fat and cut into 1/4-inch strips
2 cups sliced red and green bell peppers
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup water
Pinch paprika
Chopped fresh parsley

Directions
1 - Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray baking dish with cooking spray.

2 - Place eggplant halves face-up in large baking dish. Pierce cut sides with fork in approximately 8 places. Sprinkle each eggplant half with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover with foil; bake 45 minutes.

3 - Meanwhile, spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Add garlic and black pepper; cook over medium heat 2 minutes, stirring lightly. Add beef; cook and stir 5 minutes.

4 - Add bell peppers; cook 5 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook 5 minutes. Add water; stir and cover. Remove skillet from heat.

5 - Remove eggplant from oven, let cool 5 minutes. Mash cooked eggplant centers with fork, but do not break shells.

6 = Top each half with one fourth beef mixture; blend with mashed eggplant. Cover with foil; bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven. Garnish with paprika and parsley.

Yield: 4 servings.

Serving size: 1 stuffed eggplant half.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 195 calories, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 25 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 42 mg, Sodium: 348 mg, Fiber: 4 g

https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/stuffed-eggplant/

Healthy Steak Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Steak Recipes. Its getting closer to full time grilling season so here are some Delicious and Healthy Steak Recipes. You'll find recipes like; Sirloin Steak with Deep Red Wine Reduction, Chicken Fried Steak, and Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Watercress Pesto. Prepare these recipes inside or outside! Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. 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.


Sirloin Steak with Deep Red Wine Reduction
The secret ingredient is the coffee. It gives a rich, robust depth of flavor to the sauce........


Chicken Fried Steak
The key to ensuring that the coating gets crispy is to use a very large nonstick skillet so all the steak pieces fit in a single layer.........


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......



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Steak Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18239/ingredients/meat-poultry/beef/steak/

Taking Mom out to eat, Texas Roadhouse

Today's Menu: Texas Roadhouse




We were going to go to the Texas Roadhouse for my birthday last week but the wait was too long so we went tonight and we got in right away. First time I've been to the Texas Roadhouse in many, many years. I just don't eat out very often due to my Diabetes 2 but I make exceptions for Mom. We both ordered the 6 oz. Sirloin with Sautéed Mushrooms and Baked Potato. The meal came out perfect! I had my Steak Medium Rare and it so delicious and cooked perfect. Mom had hers Medium Well and hers came out the same. Great job by Texas Roadhouse! Back to the Kitchen tomorrow, till tomorrow!

* Just stock photos of the Steak, I don't like taking pictures in restaurants.


6 oz. Sirloin with Sautéed Mushrooms and Baked Potato

USDA Choice Sirloin*
6 oz. (250 cal.)

USDA CHOICE SIRLOIN*
Most popular because they are hearty, flavorful and a great value. Served with your choice of two sides. 6 oz. / 8 oz. / 11 oz. / 16 oz. portions.
https://www.texasroadhouse.com/menu/interactive-menu/steaks/usda-choice-sirloin

https://www.texasroadhouse.com/

Soup Special of the Day............VIETNAMESE PHO

This week's Soup Special of the Day is - VIETNAMESE PHO. Thin sliced Sirloin Steak, Lemongrass, Vermicelli Noodles, and Bean Sprouts are just of few of the ingredients that make up this week' recipe. The recipe is from the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. At the Diabetic Magazine website you'll find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetic News, and Diabetic Management Tips. Check it out today. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  https://diabeticgourmet.com/

VIETNAMESE PHO
Ingredients

Soup Ingredients:

1/2 lb sirloin tip, sliced very thinly (250 g)
1-1/2 Tbsp canola oil, divided (20 mL)
1 small onion, sliced into thin rings
4 cups sodium-reduced beef stock (1 L)
2 cups water (500 mL)
1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger (15 mL)
1 stalk lemongrass chopped or 3 Tbsp (45 mL) dried lemongrass
1/2 tsp whole black peppercorns (2 mL)
1 cinnamon stick
4 oz ounces rice vermicelli noodles (125 g)
2 cups bean sprouts (500 mL )

Garnish Ingredients:
1 lime, quartered
1/2 cup each fresh basil, mint and cilantro (125 mL) each
1 small jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
1 Tbsp fish sauce (15 mL)

Directions

1 - In large saucepan, heat 1 Tbsp (15 mL) canola oil over medium heat. Add beef and cook for about 2-3 minutes. It wonÂ’t be cooked through. Set aside.
2 - Add 1/2 Tbsp (7.5 mL) canola oil to saucepan. Add onions and cook for about 3 minutes. Add beef stock, water, ginger, lemongrass, peppercorns and cinnamon stick, simmer for about 1 hour. (Broth can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and refrigerated, if preferred.)
3 - Meanwhile, place rice vermicelli in bowl and cover with very hot water. Place lid on top and allow to sit for about 3 minutes.
4 - Prepare garnish plate: Arrange limes, basil, mint, cilantro, jalapeno and small bowl of fish sauce on a plate.
5 - Add beef to stock mixture and cook to desired doneness. To serve: Divide rice vermicelli and sprouts evenly in 4 bowls. Pour hot broth-beef mixture over top. Garnish as desired from the garnish plate.
NOTES:
This recipe was inspired by Pho, a traditional Vietnamese soup. You can modify the recipe by using vegetable stock and tofu for a vegetarian version.


Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings. Serving Size: 1-1/2 cups (375 mL)

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:

Calories: 270
Fat: 9 grams
Saturated Fat: 2 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Sodium: 115 milligrams
Cholesterol: 35 milligrams
Protein: 20 grams
Carbohydrates: 27 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/vietnamese-pho

Healthy Steak Recipes

From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Healthy Steak Recipes. Delicious and Healthy Steak Recipes like; Steak and Potato Grill Packets with Blue Cheese and Rosemary, Filet Mignon for Two with Sweet Potato Mash, and Grilled Steak with Fresh Corn Salad. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website and while you're there subscribe to the EatingWell Magazine. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  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.


Steak and Potato Grill Packets with Blue Cheese and Rosemary
Steak and potatoes are a classic combo on the grill. We have taken the concept one step further by adding green beans and rosemary, and wrapping everything in a packet to make a complete meal. A sprinkling of blue cheese just before serving is the perfect finish for this steak-house special........


Filet Mignon for Two with Sweet Potato Mash
A small quantity of compound butter, seasoned with garlic and herbs, makes a simple but delicious finish for a tender steak. We have rounded out this colorful healthy meal with roasted broccolini and mashed sweet potato—the perfect impressive yet easy dinner for date night-in................


Grilled Steak with Fresh Corn Salad
Prepare the ingredients for this easy salad before you head to the grill with the steak. That way, you can mix together the corn salad and serve it at once, while the taste is still bright and summery..........................



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Steak Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/search/results/?wt=Healthy%20Steak%20Recipes&sort=re

Healthy 30-Minute Meals

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Healthy 30-Minute Meals. Delicious and Healthy 30-Minute Meal recipes like; Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Simple Chive Sauce, Bacon Tomato Melts, and Cheesesteaks with Peppers and Onions. Find these recipes and more at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Healthy 30-Minute Meals

Fast, delicious, and healthful? You really can have it all with these yummy meals that come together in 30 minutes or less!


Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Simple Chive Sauce
Flavorful chicken is simmered in an easy-to-make wine and chive sauce. Serve with in-season vegetables for a quick side, and you'll keep this meal low in carbs...........


Bacon Tomato Melts
This amped-up version of a traditional BLT offers plenty of vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium. Enjoy loads of cheese on this open-face melt while keeping it diabetes-friendly.............


Cheesesteaks with Peppers and Onions
Lean sirloin steak smothered in Monterey Jack cheese and topped with four types of veggies make this classic well worth the extra 4 minutes (34 minutes total) in cooking time.........


* Click the link below to get all the Healthy 30-Minute Meals
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/30-minute/healthy-30-minute-meals

Healthy 30-Minute Meals

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Healthy 30-Minute Meals. Delicious and Healthy 30-Minute Meals like; Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Simple Chive Sauce, Bacon Tomato Melts, and Cheesesteaks with Peppers and Onions. Find these recipes and all the other Diabetic Friendly Recipes at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!   http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Healthy 30-Minute Meals

Fast, delicious, and healthful? You really can have it all with these yummy meals that come together in 30 minutes or less!


Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Simple Chive Sauce
Flavorful chicken is simmered in an easy-to-make wine and chive sauce. Serve with in-season vegetables for a quick side, and you'll keep this meal low in carbs.........


Bacon Tomato Melts
This amped-up version of a traditional BLT offers plenty of vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium. Enjoy loads of cheese on this open-face melt while keeping it diabetes-friendly.........


Cheesesteaks with Peppers and Onions
Lean sirloin steak smothered in Monterey Jack cheese and topped with four types of veggies make this classic well worth the extra 4 minutes (34 minutes total) in cooking time...........



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy 30-Minute Meals
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/30-minute/healthy-30-minute-meals

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – Grilled Buffalo Steaks

This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – Grilled Buffalo Steaks. Nothing better than the Wild Idea Buffalo Steaks! I always have a supply in my freezer. Whether you grill them, pan fry them, or broil them its always a winning dish! You can find all the Wild Idea Buffalo recipes and purchase all of the Wild Idea Buffalo cuts of meat on the Wild Idea Buffalo website. Happy Grilling! http://wildideabuffalo.com/




Grilled Buffalo Steaks

Our meals become pretty simple in the summer. In addition to what we eat, how we eat is minimized too. Frequently dinner consist of a grilled buffalo cut, and grilled vegetables on salad greens. The complete meal is served on the cutting board that the vegetables were prepped on. Other than cutting the steak, silverware is optional. Somehow the food just tastes better, you’ll just have to try it. Below is my simple way of “how to grill a steak”. Although this may be easy for many of you, it is a question that I get a lot. I hope it is helpful. Enjoy! Jill








1 – Rinse Wild Idea Bison steaks, and pat dry with a paper towel.
2 – Drizzle olive oil on steak and season generously with salt & pepper.

3 – Loosely cover and let steak rest at room temperature for 2 hours.
4 – For Gas Grill: Insure grill grids are clean. Turn all burners on high and close grill cover. Allow gas grill heat to come to 550*.
5 – Place steak on grill, close lid and cook for 3 minutes.
6 – Turn steak and cook for an additional 2.5 minutes, for medium rare.
7 – Remove steak from grill and place on serving plate and cover for 5 minutes.
Serve grilled steaks with grilled vegetables, salad greens and bread. Vegetables can be added to grill at the same time as the steak, turn as above. Simply delicious!

http://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/93473217-grilled-buffalo-steaks

Low-Calorie Diabetic Dinners

From the Diabetic Living Online website it's Low-Calorie Diabetic Dinners. Delicious and healthy dishes under 250 calories. Recipes including; Sirloin Steak with Deep Red Wine Reduction, Cranberry Cucumber Salad, and Citrus Poached Salmon with Asparagus. Find them all on the diabetic Living Online website.    http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Low-Calorie Diabetic Dinners

Don’t let counting calories take the fun out of mealtime. With our tasty, low-calorie dinner recipes, it’s easy to create healthy, mouthwatering meals. We kept dishes under 250 calories per serving, so you can keep it light and satisfy your cravings.



Sirloin Steak with Deep Red Wine Reduction

Calories: 162 per serving

A coffee and red wine marinade gives our healthy steak recipe its complex flavor. Serve steamed zucchini or yellow summer squash on the side for a balanced low-calorie dinner....


Cranberry Cucumber Salad

Calories: 88 per serving

Juicy cherry tomatoes, ripe olives, and sweet dried cranberries provide pops of flavor and color to a simple bed of greens. Enjoy a serving of the nutrient-rich diabetic salad recipe for only 88 calories and 6 carb grams......


Citrus Poached Salmon with Asparagus

Calories: 206 per serving

To cut fat and calories, we poached salmon and asparagus and drizzled the low-carb, low-calorie meal with a delicious citrus, butter, and parsley dressing.



* Click the link below to get all the Low-Calorie Diabetic Dinners
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/main-dishes/low-calorie-diabetic-dinners

Kitchen Hints of the Day!

Some Steak grilling tips.......


* Take your steak out of the fridge about 20 minutes before grilling to bring it to room temperature. A freezing-cold steak won't cook evenly.


* For the perfect grill marks place your steak directly onto a hot grill for a few minutes. Then, using tongs or a spatula, give your steak a quarter turn to create the second set of marks, resulting in a crisscross pattern. When it's time to flip the steak, repeat the process of grilling for a few minutes and then give it a quarter turn.


* After removing the steak from the grill, place on a cutting board, loosely cover it with aluminum foil, and allow it to “rest” for five minutes (the temperature will continue to rise a few degrees while the juices redistribute into the meat).

Saturday's Chili - Chunky Chili

This week's Saturday's Chili is a Chunky Chili. It's from the PBS website. One of my favorite recipe sites!    http://www.pbs.org/food/recipes/


Chunky Chili

Chili varies from region to region and cook to cook, with some versions using lamb and others foregoing red beans. This classic dish employs sweet Italian sausage and chunks of sirloin, for especially flavorful results.


Prep time: 30 Minutes
Total time: 2 Hours, 30 Minutes

Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients
2 lbs. sirloin steak cut into ½-inch cubes
12 ounces sweet Italian sausage casings removed
1 onion coarsely chopped
1 to 2 jalapeño chiles (ribs and seeds removed for less heat if desired), diced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon yellow cornmeal
1 whole cinnamon stick
3 dried bay leaves
1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans drained and rinsed
Toppings such as shredded Monterey Jack cheese, pickled jalapeño chiles, sliced red onion, sour cream, fresh cilantro leaves, or hot sauce, for serving (optional)


Directions
1 - Heat a Dutch oven (a heavy 5-quart pot with a tight-fitting lid) over high heat until a drop of water sizzles upon contact. In three batches, cook sirloin until no longer pink; remove each batch with a slotted spoon. Set aside.
2 - Add sausage, breaking it up into small pieces; add onion and jalapeños. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until sausage and onion are browned, about 5 minutes.
3 - Return sirloin to pot. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, tomatoes (with juice), cornmeal, cinnamon, bay leaves, and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer. Cover; cook until sirloin easily breaks apart with a spoon, about 2 hours.
4 - Stir in beans; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Discard cinnamon and bay leaves. Serve, or let cool completely before freezing in airtight containers.
5 - Per serving: (without optional topppings) 435 calories; 24.8 grams fat; 33.4 grams protein; 18.6 grams carbohydrates; 4.6 grams fiber
6 - Note: Before reheating the chili (on the stove, in the microwave, or in a 325° oven), thaw it overnight in the refrigerator, or defrost it in the microwave.

http://www.pbs.org/food/recipes/chunky-chili/