Holiday Recipes: Must-Have Main Dishes

Passing along some Thanksgiving tips and recipes from Diabetic Living On Line. The link to all the recipes is at the end of the post, Enjoy!





Holiday Recipes: Must-Have Main Dishes

Gather around the dinner table to enjoy our scrumptious, diabetes-friendly holiday main dishes. From roasted turkey and chicken to herb-infused pork and beef, these festive entrees are perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas celebrations. We've reduced the carbs and calories, so these delicious holiday dishes won't derail your diabetic meal plan.





Traditional Roast Turkey
A medley of herbs and vegetables gives this golden roasted bird fresh-from-the-garden flavor while adding minimal carbs, calories, and fat -- great for diabetic meal plans. Bonus: After the holiday dinner, you'll have plenty of turkey left for future meals.....






Southwest Salmon and Sweet Potatoes
Switch things up and serve salmon and sweet potatoes for your holiday dinner. Using foil packets to steam foods -- rather than cooking them in butter or oil -- helps trim calories and fat. This salmon and sweet potato combo is a delightful example of yummy, diabetes-friendly dinners the whole family will love.....





* Click the link below to get all the Holiday Recipes: Must-Have Main Dishes *



http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/holiday/holiday-recipes-must-have-main-dishes/page/3/0?sssdmh=dm17.702312&esrc=nwdlo111213

Kitchen Hints of the Day!

Hint #1 - If your rice tends to stick together when you cook it, add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the water when boiling. Your sticky problem will be gone!





Hint #2 - If you burned the rice, fear not! It's white bread to the rescue. Get rid of the scorched taste by placing a slice of white bread on top of the rice while it's still hot, and covering it for a few minutes.

Fried Walleye w/ Au Gratin Potato Casserole, Green Beans, and...

Dinner Tonight: Fried Walleye w/ Au Gratin Potato Casserole, Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread.

Long night and day, dealing with a sinus infection. Every time there's a shift in the weather my sinuses let me know! High of only in the 20's coming this weekend they say. Our new microwave came in, just waiting to have it installed above the stove. For dinner tonight I prepared Fried Walleye w/ Au Gratin Potato Casserole, Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread

I had bought a couple of large Walleye Fillets while at Costco yesterday. I cut one up and froze it and cut the other one into smaller Fillets and prepared them for dinner. After cutting it up into smaller Fillets I rinsed them off in cold water and patted dry with paper towel. Seasoned them with Sea Salt and Ground Black Pepper. Put them in a Hefty Plastic Bag and added some Progresso Italian Style Bread Crumbs, sealed the bag and shook till all fillets were well coated. I then fried them in Canola Oil on medium heat, about 3 to 4 minutes per side till golden brown! love Walleye, as I do most Fish. With Crappie their my favorite Fresh Water Fish to eat. Everyone agreed that was some of the freshest tasting Walleye I had ever purchased, so good job Costco!







Then for one side dish I baked a Idahoan Homestyle Au Gratin Potato Casserole. Hard to beat the Idahoan Potato Casseroles, easy to prepare and all come out delicious! I also heated up a can of Del Monte Low Sodium Cut Green Beans and a couple of slices of buttered Klosterman Wheat Bread. For dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Double Chocolate Pudding.







Idahoan Homestyle Au Gratin Potato Casserole


There’s no better way to start a savory Au Gratin Homestyle Casserole than with world-famous Idaho® potatoes, which is why you’ll taste only 100% grown-in-Idaho potatoes in this rich & cheesy side. For family meals or for special occasions, this cheesy, delicious dish is sure to please.


Oven Directions
Best for Golden Browning
PREHEAT oven to 450°F. COMBINE potatoes and sauce mix in 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
STIR in 1 1/2 cups boiling water, 3/4 cup milk, and 1 1/2 Tbsp. margarine or butter with whisk.
BAKE uncovered for 25 minutes or until top is golden brown and potatoes are tender (sauce will thicken slightly when cooling).
Remove from oven and let stand a few minutes before serving.
BAKING NOTES: To prepare 2 casseroles at once, double all ingredients, increase baking dish size accordingly, and bake about 30 min. To bake potatoes and roast meat at the same time, bake at 375°F for about 45 min; 350°F for about 50 min; or 325°F for about 60 min.


Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2/3 cup mix (29 g)
Per Serving % Daily Value*
Calories 110

Calories from Fat 13

Total Fat 1.5g 2%

Sodium 690mg 29%

Carbohydrates 20.0g 7%

Dietary Fiber 2.0g 8%

Sugars 2.0g

Protein 3.0g



http://idahoan.com/products/au-gratin-homestyle-casserole/

Pass it Along Recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole

A Healthier Version of Sweet Potato Casserole, and just in time for the upcoming Holidays! Thank you to Deb and Carol for emailing this one to me. If you have one to pass along just email me!



Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

5 orange-fleshed Sweet Potatoes
1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 cup Fat-Free Half-and-Half
1/2 cup Egg Beater's
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/2 cup Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1/4 cup Blue bonnet Light Stick Butter
1/4 cup Honey
1/4 cup Chopped Pecans
1/3 cup Quick or Old-Fashioned Oats
3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour


Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake sweet potatoes 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until they begin to soften. Cool slightly, peel, and mash.
In a large bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, salt, half-and-half, Egg Beater's, vanilla extract, cinnamon and Splenda Granulated Sweetener. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup butter, honey, chopped pecans, and oats. Mix in flour with a pastry blender or your fingers to create the consistency of course meal. Sprinkle over the sweet potato mixture.
Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until topping is crisp and lightly browned.

Makes 8 servings.

Low Calorie Pasta Recipes

Low Calorie Pasta Recipes? Still have your pasta and eat too, from the Eating Well web site. I left the link at the end of the post to get them all.



Low Calorie Pasta Recipes



You can eat pasta and still lose weight with these healthy pasta recipes.

Pasta is a favorite comfort food—it’s quick, easy to cook and always tastes good. But with all those carbs can it be healthy too? You bet! The trick is to keep portion sizes under control and add more lean protein and vegetables so you feel satisfied. And skip the “regular” white pasta, which is made from refined grains. Instead opt for whole-wheat pasta, which has more fiber—shown to help you lose weight. Say “yes” to pasta once again with these delicious low-calorie pasta recipes.




Chicken Piccata with Pasta & Mushrooms
Our chicken piccata, served over whole-wheat pasta, has a rich lemon-caper sauce that's made with extra-virgin olive oil and just a touch of butter for flavor. If you like, you can use a mild fish like tilapia or even shrimp instead of chicken breast.....






Creamy Fettuccine with Brussels Sprouts & Mushrooms
Sliced Brussels sprouts and mushrooms cook quickly and cling to the pasta in our fall version of pasta primavera. Look for presliced mushrooms to cut prep time. Serve with a tossed salad....






* Click the link below to get all the recipes *



http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/recipe_slideshows/low_calorie_pasta_recipes?sssdmh=dm17.702462&utm_source=EWDNL&esrc=nwewd111113

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Too much mayonnaise or salad dressing can ruin a dish. To fix the problem, try adding breadcrumbs to absorb the excess.

Mushroom and Sharp Cheddar Turkey Burger w/ Baked Fries

Dinner Tonight: Mushroom and Sharp Cheddar Turkey Burger w/ Baked Fries

Oh yeah it was about 12 degrees this morning! Sunny but a cold day today. I hadn't been to Costco in a while so they open at 10:00 am. so I was there when they opened, best time to get an electric cart that's fully charged. Picked up 2 big and beautiful Walleye Fillets, after cutting them down I'll get at least 6 nice size smaller fillets. Picked up some other bulk items that I was running low on and picked up some items that always gets me in the Holiday Spirit. I bought a case of Green Beans, Baked Beans, and a case of Turkey Stuffing and delivered to our local food shelter. I'm a firm believer that it is better to give than receive. And with so many people in need it feels good to help when you can. For dinner tonight, Mushroom and Sharp Cheddar Turkey Burger w/ Baked Fries.






I used Jennie – O Turkey Burger Patties (Lean). Only 180 calories and 9 g fat and already made into patties. Pan fried it in a 1/2 Tbs of Canola Oil and seasoned it with Sea Salt and Ground Black Pepper. I served it on an Aunt Millie’s Reduced Calorie Whole Grain Bun and topped with a slice of Sargento Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar. I also baked some Ore Ida Simply Cracked Black Pepper and Sea Salt Country Style Fries. Served these with a side Daisy Reduced Fat Sour Cream. For dessert later a Del Monte No Sugar Added Mango Chunk Cup.






Jennie – O Lean Turkey Burger Patties

An all-natural burger choice.
Product Features:
* Gluten Free
* All Natural
* The Biggest Loser® product



Cooking Instructions:
STOVE TOP METHOD:
Spray skillet with nonstick cooking spray or add 1-2 teaspoons of oil.
Preheat skillet over medium-high heat.
Place burgers patties in hot skillet.
Cook approximately 15 to 17 minutes, turning occasionally (2-3 times).
Always cook to well-done, 165°F. as measured by a meat thermometer.



Nutritional Information
Serving Size 112 g Total Carbohydrates 0 g
Calories 180 Dietary Fiber 0 g
Calories From Fat 80 Sugars 0 g
Total Fat 9.0 g Protein 21 g
Saturated Fat 2.5 g Vitamin A 2%
Trans Fat .0 g Vitamin C 0%
Cholesterol 80 mg Iron 6%
Sodium 100 mg Calcium 2%

 - See more at: http://www.jennieo.com/products/70-Lean-Turkey-Burger-Patties#sthash.BexBV2hD.dpuf






Ore Ida Simply Cracked Black Pepper and Sea Salt Country Style Fries

You can take the potatoes out of the country.
But you can’t take the country out of our delicious Cracked Black Pepper and Sea Salt Country Style French Fries. Simple ingredients like potatoes, olive oil and sea salt – simply prepared. That’s Ore-Ida style.
Ore-Ida Simply Cracked Black Pepper and Sea Salt Country Style French Fries:
* French fried potatoes seasoned with cracked black pepper, olive oil and sea salt
* All natural
* Made with Grade A potatoes
* 0 grams trans fat per serving
* Gluten free
* Kosher
SERVING SIZE: 84g
CALS 130
FAT 4 1/2g
SODIUM 290mg
CARBS 22g



http://www.oreida.com/en/Products/S/Simply-Olive-Oil-and-Sea-Salt-Country-Style-Fries#.UhecmRvOk20