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Tomato-Chipotle Gazpacho 3 ripe large red tomatoes (you can use other colors if you want. I just prefer red). 2 red bell peppers cut in large chunks, seeds and stem removed 2 cucumbers cut in large chunks 1 small sweet onion like Vidalia or Walla Walla 4 cloves of garlic minced (or 4 tsp of jar garlic will do) 1 tsp of salt 1 tsp … [Read more...] about Tomato-Chipotle Gazpacho

Cajun Beans and Rice 1 lb dry black beans 2 onions, chopped 2 tsp minced garlic 1 T ground cumin 2 tsp salt 1 (14 oz) can chicken broth 1 cup instant brown rice Place beans in a saucepan, cover with water and soak overnight. In a 4 or 5-quart slow cooker, combine beans, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, chicken broth and 2 cups water. Cover … [Read more...] about Cajun Beans and Rice

The Poop On Calcium I missed Oprah the other day with Doctor Oz on it, and I wanted to see it too. I forgot all about it... Or maybe we went swimming. At any rate, Doctor Oz is one of the authors of You on a diet - the diet I am following with success might I add. Once again, it seems he was informative and entertaining with his discussion on … [Read more...] about The Poop On Calcium

Whole Grain Flatbread 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup rye flour 1 cup garbanzo bean flour 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/3 cup olive oil 1 1/2 cups water In a mixing bowl blend together the dry ingredients. Add the oil and 1 cup of water. Knead by hand, adding more water as necessary to form a sticky ball. Turn … [Read more...] about Whole Grain Flatbread

Italian Beans 2 (15 oz) cans garbanzo beans, drained 1 (15 oz) can red kidney beans, drained 1 (15 oz) can cannelloni (white kidney beans), drained 2 (15 oz) cans great northern beans, drained 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 (1 oz) envelope dry onion soup mix 1 tsp prepared minced garlic 1/2 cup beef broth Combine all ingredients in a slow … [Read more...] about Italian Beans

Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry 1 tablespoon canola oil 6 ounces chicken, cut into strips 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 2 cups chopped broccoli 1 teaspoon soy sauce 3 drops hot pepper sauce 2 scallions, chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro In a large nonstick skillet, warm 1/2 tablespoon of the oil over … [Read more...] about Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry

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, and have lots of fiber. I'm big on … [Read more...] about Making Black Bean Soup…..Again

Day 179 - Food Log   Food Calories Fat Sugar 7/11/07 Wednesday           grapenuts   200 10 11   1/2 cup milk 130 45     2 sl ww bread 200 18 3   Yogurt   60 25 2   3c Lettuce 45       turkey … [Read more...] about Day 179

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 … [Read more...] about Chicken Saute with Balsamic-Dried Plum Sauce

Grilled Shrimp Salad 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 large romaine lettuce head, rinsed and allowed to dry 1 very small head radicchio or arugula, rinsed and allowed to dry Olive Oil Cooking spray 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon … [Read more...] about Grilled Shrimp Salad