Soup Special of the Day! - Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

This week's Soup Special of the Day is a Butternut Squash & Apple Soup. Yellow Onions, Celery, Butternut Squash, Granny Smith Apples are just some of the ingredients that make up this delicious soup. You can find the recipe on the Jennie - O website. While there check out all the delicious and healthy Jennie - O recipes!    http://www.jennieo.com/


Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
4 cups cubed butternut squash
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
6 cups vegetable broth
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper



Directions
In large Dutch oven over medium-high, heat oil. Sauté onion and celery 7 minutes or until translucent. Stir in butternut squash and apple and cook 5 minutes. Add broth, thyme, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low.

Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until tender. Using stick blender, puree until smooth.

Nutritional Information
Calories 90 Fat 3.5g
Protein 1g Cholesterol 0mg
Carbohydrates 13g Sodium 230mg
Fiber 3g Saturated Fat 0g
Sugars 5g

http://www.jennieo.com/recipes/1032-Butternut-Squash-and-Apple-Soup

Healthy Grilled Salad Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Healthy Grilled Salad Recipes. You can find recipes for Grilled Pork and Peach Salad, Grilled Corn Salad, and Grilled Salmon Salad Nicoise. You can find them all at the Diabetic Living Online website, enjoy!    http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Healthy Grilled Salad Recipes

You can enjoy fun summer cookouts while maintaining a healthful diet. Featuring lean meats and delicious veggies, here are some of our favorite diabetic grilled salads.



Grilled Pork and Peach Salad

Grill pork and peach cubes on skewers for a salad that's bursting with vitamins A and C. The honey, orange juice, and curry powder in the dressing provide a sweet-and-savory finish to this grilled salad.


Grilled Corn Salad

Grilled corn on the cob is a summer staple, making this diabetes-friendly salad a great choice for cookouts. Add spinach, cherry tomatoes, and herbs for a fresh, low-fat meal the whole family will enjoy.......


Grilled Salmon Salad Nicoise

A food labeled "nicoise" is prepared in the cooking style that's popular around the French city of Nice. A good source of potassium, this grilled salad recipe features tender salmon seasoned with lemon pepper and accented by fresh green beans, tiny new potatoes, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Add hard-cooked eggs for extra protein........



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Grilled Salad Recipes
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/salad/healthy-grilled-salad-recipes

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

The Kiwi.......

* Containing almost 20 vital nutrients, including five times the vitamin C of an orange in one serving, kiwis can legitimately be called a super fruit. This fuzzy brown powerhouse with the bright green flesh also is rich in vitamin A, K, E and B, potassium, copper, folate, and fiber.

* Eating 2-3 kiwis a day has been shown to reduce the potential of blood clotting by 18% and reduce triglycerides by 15%. Many individuals take aspirin to reduce blood clotting, but this causes many side effects including inflammation and intestinal bleeding.

* Kiwifruits can be left to ripen for a few days to a week at room temperature, away from exposure to sunlight or heat. Placing the fruits in a paper bag with an apple, banana or pear will help to speed their ripening process. Ripe kiwifruits can be stored either at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage w/ Baked Crinkle Fries

Dinner Tonight: Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage w/ Baked Crinkle Fries




For Breakfast I had a couple of medium size Eggs that I scrambled along with 2 toasted slices of Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread, also had my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Did a few things around the house and then outside got the leaf blower out and cleaned around the deck and driveway. After lunch headed out to go see Dad for the rest of the afternoon. For dinner tonight I prepared a Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage w/ Baked Crinkle Fries.








I used the healthy and delicious Jennie O Lean Sweet Italian Turkey Sausages. I pan fried it, using Pam w/ Olive Oil Cooking Spray and no oil needed. Heated the pan on medium and cooked a total of about 17 minutes, turning the Sausages occasionally. They fry up plump and brown, as always Jennie – O Products always have that fresh taste to them. The Sausages have 160 calories and 0 carbs per Sausage. I served it on a Aunt Millie’s Reduced Calorie Whole Grain Bun and topped with French’s Spicy Brown Mustard. Love these, thank you Jennie – O!

For a side I baked some Ore Ida Crinkle Fries, served with a side of Hunt’s Ketchup. Also had a Diet Dr. Pepper to drink. For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Pudding.








Jennie O Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage

* Lean Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage
* Lovers of sweet Italian sausage have found a perfect option

Product Features:
* Gluten Free
* 65% less fat than regular pork sausage

Cooking Instructions:
GRILL METHOD:
* Spray grill rack with nonstick cooking spray.
* Preheat grill over medium-high heat.
* Place dinner sausages on grill rack 4 inches from heat source.
* Grill approximately 16 to 18 minutes, turning occasionally.
* Always cook to well done, 165 °F. as measured by a meat thermometer.

STOVE TOP METHOD:
* Spray skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
* Preheat skillet over medium-high heat.
* Place dinner sausage in hot skillet.
* Cook covered, turning occasionally, 17 – 19 minutes.
* Always cook to well-done, 165º F. as measured by a meat thermometer.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.
* Learn how to safely handle turkey

Nutrition Facts
Jennie O – Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage Lean
Servings: 1
Calories 160 Sodium 670 mg
Total Fat 10 g Potassium 0 mg
Saturated 3 g Total Carbs 0 g
Polyunsaturated 0 g Dietary Fiber 0 g
Monounsaturated 0 g Sugars 0 g
Trans 0 g Protein 17 g
Cholesterol 60 mg

http://www.jennieo.com/products/76-Lean-Sweet-Italian-Turkey-Sausage

The Saturday Evening Dessert - Blackberry and Raspberry Fritters with Mascarpone Sorbet

For this week's Saturday Evening Dessert its a Blackberry & Raspberry Fritters with Mascarpone Sorbet. It's from the CooksRecipes website. Check out Cooks for any of your recipe needs!  http://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Blackberry and Raspberry Fritters with Mascarpone Sorbet

Simple deep-fried wonton fritters, filled with fresh berries, served with cocoa mascarpone sorbet in a pool of berry juice.

Recipe Ingredients:

Fritters:
6 (6 1/2-inch square) wonton wrappers, quartered
Several raspberries and blackberries
Vegetable oil for deep-frying
Powdered sugar

Sorbet:
1/2 cup water
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cocoa
1 teaspoon lemon juice
20 ounces Wisconsin Mascarpone cheese

Berry Juice:
1 cup raspberries
1 cup blackberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar

Cooking Directions:

1 - For Fritters: Brush wonton edges with water. Place 1 to 2 raspberries and/or blackberries in middle of one square. Top with another wonton square to enclose fruit. Press edges together to seal.
2 - Deep-fry at 350°F (175°C) for 30 to 60 seconds. Drain on paper toweling. Dust with powdered sugar.
3 - For Sorbet: In small pan over medium heat, bring water, sugar and cocoa to boil. Add lemon juice. Cool completely. Add mixture to Mascarpone. Mix thoroughly. Process in ice cream maker. Freeze until serving.
4 - For Berry Juice: In small pan over medium-low heat, bring berries and sugar to boil. Reduce heat. Simmer 10 minutes. Press through fine sieve.
5 - To Serve: Spoon berry juice onto plates. Place scoop of sorbet onto juice. Top with 2 fritters. Decorate plate edge with cocoa if desired.
Makes 6 servings.

http://www.cooksrecipes.com/dessert/blackberry_and_raspberry_fritters_with_mascarpone_sorbet_recipe.html

Sizzlin' Grilled Chicken Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Sizzlin' Grilled Chicken Recipes. As they say "Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner" and there's a great selection of them right here! Recipes including: Salsa Chicken on a Stick, Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken, and Balsamic-Dijon Chicken. You can find them all at the Diabetic Living Online website.  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Sizzlin' Grilled Chicken Recipes

Lean and protein-packed, chicken is a smart entree when following a diabetes meal plan. And these grilled chicken recipes are packed with juicy flavor. Bonus: They make a healthy dinner quick and easy to prepare. Start the grill and enjoy!



Salsa Chicken on a Stick

These extraordinary chicken kabobs are super easy to make -- just brush the meat with marinade and let the grill do the work! If you like fiery foods, give these low-carb, low-fat chicken skewers a kick by making them with medium or hot salsa......


Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken

You don't even have to heat upthe kitchen to enjoy this savory recipe -- it takes 15 minutes to grill. Serve with a side of green beans or snap peas and enjoy!.....


Balsamic-Dijon Chicken

Experiment with various flavored mustards for different spins on this simple chicken marinade. Bonus: It's low in fat and carbs because it's oil- and sugar-free......



* Click the link below to get all the Sizzlin' Grilled Chicken Recipes
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken/sizzlin-grilled-chicken-recipes

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Beets are better!.....


Beets are high in immune-boosting vitamin C, fiber, and essential minerals like potassium (essential for healthy nerve and muscle function) and manganese (which is good for your bones, liver, kidneys, and pancreas). Beets also contain the B vitamin folate, which helps reduce the risk of birth defects.