Diet and Weight Loss Programs

• Making Black Bean Soup…..Again
(July 24th, 2007)
Tagged In: bell pepper, black bean soup, cilantro, garlic, onions, protein, weight loss, Whining, you on a diet, You: on a diet

Making Black Bean Soup…..Again.
The truth of the matter is, I love the stuff. Not only are beans economical, they go a long way. They have loads of protein - when I eat beans, I lose my craving for meat - I don’t even miss it. They fill you up quickly. They naturally have no fat, […]

• Chicken Saute with Balsamic-Dried Plum Sauce
(July 9th, 2007)
Tagged In: balsamic vinegar, chicken, chicken saute with balsamic dried plum sauce, chopped shallots, dried plums, garlic, Low Fat Food, low fat recipes, thyme, you on a diet, You on a Diet Recipes

Chicken Saute with Balsamic-Dried Plum Sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil - or Pam
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/2 pounds)
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup (about 3 ounces) coarsely chopped dried plums
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
In large skillet, heat oil over medium […]

• Minestrone
(June 18th, 2007)
Tagged In: cans tomatoes, carrot, garlic, italian seasoning, low fat recipes, Low GI Diet, minestrone, olive oil pam, onion, spinach, You on a Diet Recipes, zucchini

Minestrone
1 tablespoon olive oil, or olive oil Pam
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1 medium carrot, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (about 3/4 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 14-1/2-ounce cans tomatoes, undrained and cut up
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup brown rice
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
4 cups shredded fresh spinach
1 15-ounce can navy beans or […]

• Vegetable Stock
(June 5th, 2007)
Tagged In: bay leaf, black peppercorns, carrots, celery, chives, garlic, Low Fat Food, low fat recipes, Low Gi Recipes, nutritional yeast, onion, parsnips, tomato puree, vegetable stock, You on a Diet Recipes

Vegetable Stock

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped onion
1 teaspoon Salt
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup parsnips
1/2 small garlic bulb
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 Bay leaf
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
2 tablespoons Each: fresh chives, thyme
1/2 bunch Parsley
8 cups Water
1. In a stock pot, heat the
oil and add onions and carrots. Cook […]

• Stuffed Peppers
(May 22nd, 2007)
Tagged In: bell peppers, black beans, cheddar cheese, cilantro, cooked white rice or brown basmati rice, corn, cumin, garlic, Jalapeno Jack cheese, low fat recipes, onions, Stuffed Peppers Vegan Style

Stuffed Peppers
3 bell peppers 15 oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 c. corn 1 c. cooked white rice or brown basmati rice 1/2 c. onions, finely chopped 1 1/2 tsp. cumin 1 oz. low fat cheddar cheese, grated 1 oz. low fat Jalapeno Jack cheese, grated 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. […]

• Low Fat Spicy Broccoli
(February 24th, 2007)
Tagged In: broccoli, garlic, low fat recipes, olive oil, red pepper, tomatoes, You on a Diet Recipes

Low Fat Spicy Broccoli
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cups chopped broccoli
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4-teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
Sauté broccoli, garlic, and red pepper flakes for 1 minute.
Add tomatoes.
Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 7-8 minutes.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 50
Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Protein: 3 […]

• Low-Fat Chicken Enchiladas
(July 22nd, 2006)
Tagged In: chicken, chilies, enchiladas, garlic, tortillas

Low-Fat Chicken Enchiladas
1 pkg. fat-free tortillas, large ones (usually 10 to pkg.)
1 T. margarine (or cooking spray)
1/2 C. chopped onion
1 fresh garlic clove, minced
1 (4 oz.) can diced green chilies, drained
1/2 C. nonfat sour cream
1 (10 3/4 oz.) can fat free condensed cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 C. cubed, cooked chicken breast (without skin)
1 C. […]