Fresh Citrus and Mint Smoked Turkey

From the Jennie - O Turkey website its a recipe for Fresh Citrus and Mint Smoked Turkey. This is one kicked up Turkey Recipe! Using JENNIE-O® All Natural* Turkey Breast. Topped with a combination of Oranges, Peanuts, Herbs, and Spices! Just looking at the Photo of this makes your mouth water! 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/

Fresh Citrus and Mint Smoked Turkey
These herbs might sound fit for a cocktail, but they can add a bright, refreshing flavor to your turkey as well. Go from mixologist to chef and spritz up your next meal! This turkey tonic will be gobbled right up.

INGREDIENTS
⅓ cup paprika

¼ cup sugar
2 tablespoons cayenne
2 tablespoons salt, if desired
4 teaspoons black pepper
3 pounds JENNIE-O® All Natural* Turkey Breast
1½ cups packed fresh mint leaves
¼ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
3 oranges, segmented
peanuts, chopped and toasted, if desired

DIRECTIONS
1) In large bowl, mix rub ingredients: paprika, sugar, cayenne, salt and pepper. Coat turkey breast evenly with rub. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight. Preheat smoker to 300°F. Smoke until well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Slice turkey breast
2) To make mint pesto: Combine mint, olive oil, garlic, balsamic vinegar and lemon juice and zest in food processor and pulse until smooth.
3) Peel orange and cut into segments. Heat large skillet on medium-high heat. When pan is hot, add a single layer of nuts. Do not add any oil or cooking spray – the nuts have enough oils on their own to cook. Stir frequently until nuts turn golden brown. Remove from pan. To assemble, top turkey with orange segments, a drizzle of mint pesto, and toasted peanuts.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 360
Protein 32g
Carbohydrates 18g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 12g
Fat 17g
Cholesterol 100mg
Sodium 650mg
Saturated Fat 4g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/1140-fresh-citrus-and-mint-smoked-turkey

One of America's Favorites - Caramel Apple

Caramel apple with peanuts

Caramel apples or taffy apples are created by dipping or rolling apples-on-a-stick in hot caramel, sometimes then rolling them in nuts or other small savories or confections, and allowing them to cool. Generally, they are called caramel apples when only caramel is applied and taffy apples for when there are further ingredients such as peanuts applied.






For high-volume production of caramel apples, a sheet of caramel can be wrapped around the apple, followed by heating the apple to melt the caramel evenly onto it. This creates a harder caramel that is easier to transport but more difficult to eat. Caramel apple production at home usually involves melting pre-purchased caramel candies for dipping or making a homemade caramel from ingredients like corn syrup, brown sugar, butter, and vanilla. Homemade caramel generally results in a softer, creamier coating.

In recent years, it has become increasingly popular to decorate caramel apples for holidays like

Bags of caramels.....

Halloween. Methods used to do this include applying sugar or salt to softened caramel, dipping cooled, hardened apples in white or milk chocolate, or painting designs onto finished caramel apples with white chocolate colored with food coloring.

Classically, the preferred apples for use in caramel apples are tart, crisp apples such as Granny Smith or Fuji apples. Softer, grainy-textured apples can also be used, but are not preferred.

In addition to caramel apples, manufacturers and consumers have started to coat apples in chocolate syrup, peanut butter, etc. and adding toppings such as crushed peanuts, pretzels, mini M&Ms, Reese's Pieces, coconut flakes, and mini chocolate chips. Candy apple shops and candy apple bars have started to pop up in bigger cities, at weddings and parties to allow people to enjoy the apple with the dipping sauces and toppings they prefer.



* I always think of these around the Halloween Season. When I was growing up my Grandparents owned a small neighborhood store. Every Halloween Season my Grandmother would just make endless amounts of Caramel Apple with crushed Peanuts on them. So Good!!

It's Nuts I tell you...........YOU'RE THE BEST GIFT BASKET

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/https://nuts.com/) its YOU'RE THE BEST GIFT BASKET. What a perfect gift for Father's Day - YOU'RE THE BEST GIFT BASKET. Filled with mixed nuts, peanuts, macadamia nuts, our royal mix, dried strawberries and hickory smoked almonds. Oh the Gift that keeps on giving! This is just one of many Gifts you can choose from for Father's Day or any other reason. Besides this Gift you can choose from items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and & BAKING, and GIFTS. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. Now more on the YOU'RE THE BEST GIFT BASKET. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  https://nuts.com/https://nuts.com/




YOU'RE THE BEST GIFT BASKET
There’s no tastier way to remind someone you care than with our You’re the Best Gift Basket.
Featuring best-quality goods including mixed nuts, peanuts, macadamia nuts, our royal mix, dried strawberries and hickory smoked almonds. We beautifully package our goodies and lay them on top of confetti paper inside a charming wicker basket. The best deserve the best!

Ingredients
Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Storage
Store at room temperature for up to 6 months.
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Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its - Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes. You'll find delicious and healthy Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes like; Cilantro Chicken with Peanuts, Pecan Biscotti, and Pecan-Crusted Fish with Peppers and Squash. Find these Delicious and Diabetic Friendly Recipes and more all at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes

Nuts are packed with protein and contain plenty of healthy fats. Get your fill with these delicious varieties of sweet and savory nut recipes that are diabetes-friendly.


Cilantro Chicken with Peanuts
Forget takeout! Whip up this fast Asian-style chicken dish for a healthy meal at home with only 6 grams of carb when served over shredded cabbage.............


Pecan Biscotti
This nutty take on a classic is the perfect addition to a cup of coffee or tea as a small diabetic snack or an after-dinner dessert.........


Pecan-Crusted Fish with Peppers and Squash
Save carbs in this one-dish meal without sacrificing any flavor or crunch by using pecans to coat fish fillets before cooking...............



* Click the link below to get all the Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes
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It's Nuts I tell you............HONEY ROASTED PEANUTS

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its HONEY ROASTED PEANUTS. The perfect snack while watching TV or serve at your next party. Delicious Peanuts covered with a Honey Sugar Mixture. This is just one of many items that you'll find at the Nuts site. You'll find items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, and GIFTS. Most items can be purchased in small amounts or in bulk. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. So check it out today! Now more on the HONEY ROASTED PEANUTS. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  https://nuts.com/




HONEY ROASTED PEANUTS

Honey roasted peanuts are smothered in a delicious honey sugar mixture. You cannot eat just one! This savory and sweet snack is one of our family's favorites. Honey roasted peanuts make a great treat for parties, movie-watching, or just when you’re craving something delicious. Crunchy, fresh, and just plain tasty, you’ll want to keep this snack on-hand the next time you have a case of the munchies.

Health Tips
The peanut is not a nut, but a legume related to beans and lentils.

A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (December 1999) showed that diets higher in monounsaturated fats from peanuts and peanut butter reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease by 21% compared to the average American Diet, whereas a low-fat diet reduced the risk by only 12%.

A diet containing peanuts and peanut butter is a good source of protein and helps to include more of the "good fat" (unsaturated fat) and both naturally have zero cholesterol.
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It's Nuts I tell you........ULTIMATE PEPPAH SNACKER

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its ULTIMATE PEPPAH SNACKER. Heat the Winter Night up with this  Southern Heat Mix and Cajun Peanuts Snack Mix. Contains Peanuts, Cashews, Almonds, and more. This is just one of many delicious and healthy items you can purchase at the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/). You can choose from items like; GIFTS, NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and  BAKING, and more! Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. Now here's more on the ULTIMATE PEPPAH SNACKER. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!





ULTIMATE PEPPAH SNACKER

Our Ultimate Peppah Snacker is guaranteed to add spice and spunk to your next party. We started

with our popular Southern Heat Mix and spiced it up further with Cajun Peanuts. Next, we tossed in roasted cashews and almonds to evenly round out this flavorful mix. For just the right amount of crunch, we added some Fried Green Peas, and for an interesting touch of sweetness, we finished the mix with Sugar Toasted Peanuts.

The Ultimate Peppah Snacker offers an addictive array of flavors you'll love. What's more, it comes in a fun hot pepper-shaped wicker tray. Perfect for putting out on the table for everyone to enjoy. Almost three pounds in all.

Ingredients
Peanuts, cajun sesame sticks, corn nuts, pepitas, cayenne pepper, roasted almonds, cajun peanuts, roasted cashews, fried green peas( Peas, salt, vegetable oil, fd&c yellow #5 and blue #1), sugar toasted peanuts ( Sugar, peanuts, partially hydrogenated cottonseed and/or soybean oil, salt, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6). Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 30g (~1.1 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 160
Calories from Fat 80
%DV
Total Fat 12g 0%
Saturated Fat 1g 0%
Sodium 150mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Sugars 3g
Protein 5g
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It's Nuts I tell you.............SOUTHERN HEAT MIX

This week from nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its Southern Heat Mix. A combination of  kicked up peanuts, pepitas, toasted corn kernels, flavored sesame sticks and Cajun corn sticks. Perfect appetizer for your next party or as a snack watching TV. This is just one of many snacks that you can purchase at the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/). Besides a great assortment of delicious and healthy snacks you choose from items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, and GIFTS. Most items can be purchased in small amounts or in bulk. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. On to more about the Southern Heat Mix. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!




SOUTHERN HEAT MIX

Brace yourself for the scorch of our Southern Heat Mix. This delicious blend of peanuts, pepitas, toasted corn kernels, flavored sesame sticks and Cajun corn sticks is great with a cold drink. Spicy, crunchy Southern Heat Mix is ideal for parties or for just snacking around for the bold, adventurous eater.

Ingredients
Peanuts (peanut oil), Cajun Sesame Sticks (Unbleached wheat flour (contains malted barley flour as a natural enzyme additive), soybean oil,sesame seeds, bulgur wheat, cajun seasoning(salt, spices dehydrated onion, torula yeast, green bell pepper, dehydrated garlic, cocoa powder (treated with alkali), oleoresI paprika (color) salt, beet powder (color), turmeric (color)) Cajun Corn Sticks (Yellow Corn Masa, Soybean Oil, Cajun Seasoning (maltodextrin, salt, spices and herbs, onion powder, tomato powder, garlic powder, natural flavoring, green pepper powder, cornstarch - modified)), Corn Nuts (Corn, corn oil, salt), pepitas, cayenne pepper. Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 30g (~1.1 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 125
Calories from Fat 30

%DV
Total Fat 3.5g 5%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 180mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 0g
Protein 4g
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 1%
Iron 3%
Storage

Store under refrigeration for up to 6 months.
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Diabetic Dish of the Week - CHICKEN PAD THAI

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is - CHICKEN PAD THAI. The recipe comes from the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website. At the Diabetic Gourmet site you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes. Check it out today. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!  https://diabeticgourmet.com/


CHICKEN PAD THAI
Peanuts are a low glycemic index food. Their slow digestion causes sugar to gradually be released into the blood, which can have positive effects on blood sugar control.

Substituting plant-based proteins like peanuts for animal proteins and low-quality carbohydrates can reduce diabetes risk by up to 21-percent.

This recipe is also a good source of Vitamin A (109%), Vitamin C (47%), iron (10%) and calcium (7%).

Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1/4 cup water
1 medium zucchini, spiralized (about 1 cup)
2 medium carrots, spiralized (about 1 cup)
1 cup cooked pad thai stir-fry noodles
1 cup bean sprouts
1 cup thinly sliced cabbage
1 lime, quartered
1/4 cup unsalted peanuts, crushed
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Directions

1 - Season chicken with pepper, to taste. In large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and cook chicken until fully cooked and juices are clear.
2 - Remove chicken from pan and allow to rest 5 minutes before slicing.
3 - To make sauce: In small bowl, whisk together honey, chili garlic sauce, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, peanut butter and water.
4 - Add zucchini, carrots, rice noodles and chicken to pan; pour sauce over and toss to coat.
5 - Toss in bean sprouts and cabbage.
6 - Serve with lime wedge, crushed peanuts and cilantro.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
Calories: 295

Fat: 12 grams
Saturated Fat: 2 grams
Fiber: 4 grams
Sodium: 792 miligrams
Cholesterol: 60 miligrams
Protein: 27 grams
Carbohydrates: 22 grams
Sugars: 9 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/chicken-pad-thai

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Oh nuts.......


When buying Nuts - Whole nuts are often more expensive than those in smaller pieces, so if your recipe calls for chopped pecans/walnuts/peanuts, go ahead and buy them that way. You’ll save money and it will be less work for you, it's a Win Win!

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

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its CAJUN BOILED PEANUTS. Boiled Peanuts with a  Cajun kick! If you've never tried these before here's your chance! One healthy and delicious snack. These are just one of the items you can choose from at the Nuts site (https://nuts.com/). You can find large selections of NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, GIFTS, and more! Most items can be purchased in small amounts or in bulk. Plus there's Free Shipping over $59, see for details. Now more on the CAJUN BOILED PEANUTS. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!



CAJUN BOILED PEANUTS

These canned Cajun Boiled Peanuts are just like the conventional boiled peanuts, but with a ragin’,

Cajun kick! A favorite snack in the American South, these soft and delicious peanuts make a fabulous snack. Enjoy them by draining the brine from the can or heat the peanuts in the brine for an added level of flavor.

Our Cajun Boiled Peanuts come from the popular Margaret Holmes Peanut Patch brand, in 7.5 oz dried weight cans (once called Roddenberry). To enjoy the boiled peanuts, drain the brine from the can and shell the peanuts. For extra flavor, try heating the peanuts in the liquid after opening the can.

Ingredients
Green boiled peanuts, water, salt, sugar, red pepper flakes, monosodium glutamate, granulated onion, granulated garlic, natural flavoring, black pepper, erythorbic acid(to promote color retention). Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 30g (~1.1 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 100
Calories from Fat 70
%DV
Total Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1.5g 8%
Sodium 320mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 0g
Protein 4g
Iron 2%
Storage
Store at room temperature for up to 6 months.
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Diabetic Dish of the Week - Chicken Stir-Fry

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is Chicken Stir-Fry. This one is from the CooksRecipes website. Cooks is one of my favorite recipe websites. They have a huge selection of recipes to please all tastes or cuisines. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!  http://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Chicken Stir-Fry

Diabetic-friendly chicken stir-fry with broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms, green onions and peanuts.

Recipe Ingredients:

12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflowerets
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoon dry sherry
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 cup dry-roasted peanuts

Cooking Directions:

1 - Trim any fat from chicken and thinly slice diagonally into 1-inch strips.
2 - In a large non-stick skillet or wok, heat oil and stir-fry chicken 3 or 4 minutes or until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove; set aside and keep warm.
3 - Add garlic and stir-fry for 15 seconds; add broccoli and cauliflower, stir-fry 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, green onions, soy sauce, sherry and ginger; stir-fry 2 minutes.
4 - Add dissolved arrowroot, sesame oil, peanuts and the chicken. Cook until heated through and sauce has thickened.
Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/4 of recipe): Calories 256, fat 10 g, cholesterol 72 mg, Protein 30 g, carbohydrate 9 g, sodium 30 mg.
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/chicken-stir-fry-diabetic-recipe.html

It's Nuts I tell you........Ultimate Peppah Snacker

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/0 its the perfect snacker, Ultimate Peppah

Snacker. This Snacker is just one of many healthy and delicious items that can be found at the Nuts website (https://nuts.com/). You'll find NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, GIFTS, RECIPES, and more! Most items may be purchased in small amounts or in bulk. Plus there's  Everyday free shipping, see for details. So check Nuts out and start eating healthy in 2017! Now more on the Ultimate Peppah Snacker.







Ultimate Peppah Snacker

Our Ultimate Peppah Snacker is guaranteed to add spice and spunk to your next party. We started

with our popular Southern Heat Mix and spiced it up further with Cajun Peanuts. Next, we tossed in roasted cashews and almonds to evenly round out this flavorful mix. For just the right amount of crunch, we added some Fried Green Peas, and for an interesting touch of sweetness, we finished the mix with Sugar Toasted Peanuts.

The Ultimate Peppah Snacker offers an addictive array of flavors you'll love. What's more, it comes in a fun hot pepper-shaped wicker tray. Perfect for putting out on the table for everyone to enjoy. Almost three pounds in all.

Ingredients
Peanuts, cajun sesame sticks, corn nuts, pepitas, cayenne pepper, roasted almonds, cajun peanuts, roasted cashews, fried green peas( Peas, salt, vegetable oil, fd&c yellow #5 and blue #1), sugar toasted peanuts ( Sugar, peanuts, partially hydrogenated cottonseed and/or soybean oil, salt, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6). Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 30g (~1.1 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 160
Calories from Fat 80
%DV
Total Fat 12g 0%
Saturated Fat 1g 0%
Sodium 150mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Sugars 3g
Protein 5g
Calcium 1%
Iron 5%

Storage

Store at room temperature for up to 6 months.
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Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week - Christmas Eve Salad

This week's Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week is - Christmas Eve Salad. Another great recipe idea for the Christmas Dinner Table, Christmas Eve Salad. Made using oranges, jicama, bananas,  peanuts, pomegranate seeds, mayo, honey, lime, and spices. A Christmas Eve salad to please everyone! You can find this recipe along with all the other delicious and healthy recipes all on the Jennie - O website. Enjoy and Make the Switch!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Christmas Eve Salad

INGREDIENTS

1 lime
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 clove garlic, minced
4 oranges, peeled and sectioned
¾ pound jicama, peeled and cut into julienne strips
2 bananas, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
¼ cup peanuts, chopped
¼ cup pomegranate seeds
DIRECTIONS

1) Remove peel from lime. Juice lime. In blender container, combine mayonnaise, lime peel, lime juice, honey, vinegar, chili powder and garlic. Blend until combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
2) In bowl, combine orange sections and jicama. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
3) Before serving, add bananas and cilantro to orange and jicama mixture. Toss with dressing. Top with peanuts and pomegranate seeds.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories120
Protein3g
Carbohydrates15g
Fiber5g
Sugars7g
Fat6g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium120mg
Saturated Fat1g

https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/925-christmas-eve-salad

Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes. Diabetic Friendly and protein packed nut recipes, recipes like; Chocolate-Orange Pistachio Bars, Cilantro Chicken with Peanuts, and Cashew Truffles. You can find all the recipes at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy.    http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes

Nuts are packed with protein and contain plenty of healthy fats. Get your fill with these delicious varieties of sweet and savory nut recipes that are diabetes-friendly.



Chocolate-Orange Pistachio Bars

You get a serving of two bars topped with rich chocolate and chopped pistachios for just 21 grams of carb. Have just one bar to cut the carb and calorie count even more.....


Cilantro Chicken with Peanuts

Forget takeout! Whip up this fast Asian-style chicken dish for a healthy meal at home with only 6 grams of carb when served over shredded cabbage......


Cashew Truffles

Only five ingredients go into this fun, low-carb dessert. Not only is the creamy chocolate in this recipe covered in chopped cashews, you also get a surprise cashew in the middle of the truffle..........



* Click the link below to get all the Sweet and Savory Nut Recipes
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Halloween Party Mix

BOO! An early Halloween scary treat for everyone, Halloween Party Mix.

Halloween Party Mix

Ingredients
3 tablespoons light butter
2 tablespoons Reduced Sodium Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned sea salt
7 cups crisp rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex(R))
1 cup roasted pumpkin seed kernels
1 cup dry roasted peanuts
1 cup reduced calorie pretzel sticks
1 cup baked goldfish crackers


Directions
1 - Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Place butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish; melt in oven while it preheats.
2 - Stir Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and seasoned salt into melted butter. Gradually stir rice cereal squares, pumpkin seeds, roasted peanuts, pretzel sticks, and goldfish crackers into butter mixture until evenly coated.
3 - Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until crisp and fragrant, about 1 hour. Transfer party mix to paper towel-lined plates to cool.

Diabetic Dish of the Week - Spicy Thai Coleslaw

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is Spicy Thai Coleslaw. It's from the CooksRecipes website which is loaded with delicious and healthy recipes for all tastes or cuisines, enjoy!   http://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Spicy Thai Coleslaw

A unique coleslaw pairing shredded cabbage, tomatoes and carrots in a spicy-sweet dressing. Dry roasted peanuts add a touch of Thai. Make it easy by using bags of shredded cabbage and carrots.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 medium head green cabbage, finely shredded

3 tomatoes, seeded, chopped
3 carrots, peeled, shredded
1/4 cup fish sauce*
1 large lime
4 teaspoons Equal® Spoonful**
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander (optional)

Cooking Directions:

For Dressing, whisk all ingredients until combined. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
For Salad, gently toss all ingredients in large salad bowl. Add dressing and toss to combine.
Makes 8 servings.

*Found in Oriental section of most grocery stores.

**May substitute 2 packets Equal sweetener.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/8 of recipe): calories 76, protein 4 g, carbohydrate 12 g, fat 3 g, cholesterol 0 mg, sodium 743 mg.

http://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/spicy_thai_coleslaw_recipe.html

Easy Stir-Fry Recipes

It's Easy Stir-Fry Recipes from the EatingWell website! Thai Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry, Spicy Stir-Fried Broccoli & Peanuts, and Saucy Coconut-Chicken Stir-Fry are just 3 of the fiber rich and healthy stir -fry recipes you'll find here. It's all on the EatingWell website!   http://www.eatingwell.com/

Easy Stir-Fry Recipes

Make a healthy dinner with a satisfying stir-fry recipe.
Our healthy stir-fry recipes are full of fiber-rich vegetables and lean proteins that combine to make a delicious dinner with minimal cleanup. Toss your favorite vegetables in your skillet or wok and get cooking with these easy stir-fry recipes. Enjoy Thai Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry for a low-calorie, budget-friendly supper or Spicy Stir-Fried Broccoli & Peanuts for a quick vegetarian side dish.



Thai Chicken & Mango Stir-Fry
Both ripe and underripe mango work well in this chicken and vegetable stir-fry. If the mangoes you have are less ripe, use 2 teaspoons brown sugar. If they’re ripe and sweet, just use 1 teaspoon or omit the brown sugar altogether......


Spicy Stir-Fried Broccoli & Peanuts
Broccoli and red bell pepper tossed with a spicy peanut sauce makes a delicious side or stir in some cooked chicken or tofu to make it a main dish.....

Saucy Coconut-Chicken Stir-Fry
Thai flavors of coconut and basil come together in this fresh and spicy chicken and cabbage stir-fry. If your family prefers a milder meal, forgo the jalapeño. Serve with: Rice noodles and mango slices.....



* Click the link below to get all the Easy Stir-Fry Recipes
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Here's some more healthy tips to eat healthier in 2016, Burn Fat with These Healthy Snacks. These are all from the EatingWell website. And if you've never visited the EatingWell site it's time, it's stocked full of healthy and delicious recipes and tips. Check it out soon!    http://www.eatingwell.com/


Burn Fat with These Healthy Snacks

Find out why some healthy snacks you can pack help to burn fat.
I never leave home without snacks in my bag. If an appetite emergency strikes, I’m ready. Of course, just because I have a snack doesn’t mean I need to eat it. Munching when you’re not really hungry can rack up lots of extra calories. But judicious use of the right snacks can boost your calorie burn (every time you eat, your metabolic rate increases slightly) and even help you blast fat. Here are three portable snack options packed with fat-burning ingredients.


Chile-Spiced Nuts
In one Harvard study, women who ate nuts two or more times a week gained less weight than women who rarely noshed on them. Although nuts are high in calories, researchers think that the combination of protein, fiber and healthy fats help keep you feeling full. And going for nuts with a little zing may even help boost your metabolism. Studies suggest that capsaicin, an antioxidant in chile peppers (and also what makes them hot), increases the body’s metabolic rate—slightly—and may stimulate brain chemicals in a way that helps you feel satisfied......


Chile-Lime Peanuts
These spicy nuts were inspired by ones sold by street vendors across Mexico. If you can only find salted peanuts, omit the added salt. Add the maximum amount of cayenne pepper if you want an extra hit of spice.....


Popcorn
Don’t forget: this movie-theater favorite is a whole grain and has only 20 calories per cup (just skip the butter). Plus, as Ana Mantica reported in EatingWell Magazine, swapping refined grains for whole grains may help reduce total body fat and belly fat, swapping refined grains for whole grains may help reduce total body fat and belly fat, according to research in the Journal of Nutrition. In this study, people who ate about 3 servings of whole grains a day had about 2.4 percent less body fat and 3.6 percent less abdominal fat than those who ate less than a quarter of a serving. Fiber from whole grains may help you feel full on fewer calories—and possibly fuller than fiber from other sources, such as fruit and vegetables, the authors speculated.....



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Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Oh Nuts.....

Whole nuts are often more expensive than those in smaller pieces, so if your recipe calls for chopped pecans/walnuts/peanuts, go ahead and buy them that way. You’ll save money and it will be less work for you in the long run. Nuts, I tell you!

The Sunday Pizza - Thai Turkey Pizza

This week's Sunday Pizza is a Thai Turkey Pizza. This one comes from the Jennie - O Turkey website. It's made with JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Turkey Breast Cutlets along with gingerroot, red bell pepper, hoisin sauce, spices, and peanuts. Have a slice of Thai with this week's recipe! You can find this recipe along with many other healthy and delicious recipes on the Jennie - O website, enjoy!      http://www.jennieo.com/

Thai Turkey Pizza

Ingredients
1 (17.6-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Turkey Breast Cutlets

2 teaspoons minced gingerroot
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
⅓ cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
¼ cup hoisin sauce
1 (12-inch) pre-baked pizza crust
⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions
½ teaspoon lime zest
⅓ cup coarsely chopped roasted peanuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or basil


Directions

1 - Heat oven to 450ºF. Cook cutlets as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Cut turkey into 1-inch strips. In medium bowl, combine turkey with ginger, garlic, red pepper and bell pepper. Coat large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add turkey mixture; stir-fry 3 minutes. Add hoisin sauce; stir-fry 2 minutes.

2 - Place pizza crust on baking sheet. Arranbe turkey mixture evenly over pizza crust; sprinkle with green onions and zest. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Sprinkle with roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro. Cut into wedges.

*Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.


Nutritional Information

Calories 290 Fat 10g
Protein 25g Cholesterol 35mg
Carbohydrates 25g Sodium 360mg
Saturated Fat 1.5g

http://www.jennieo.com/recipes/197-Thai-Turkey-Pizza