Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Jenn's Low Sodium Homemade Ranch Seasoning

Jenn's Low Sodium Homemade Ranch Seasoning
 [Servings 18: 1/2 tsp serving=1 Condiment]
 

Ingredients:
 5/8 cup chopped Chives
 5/8 cup Parsley
 1/4 cup Dill Weed
 3 teaspoon Minced garlic
 2 Tablespoons chopped onion
 ------
 1-1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
 1-1/8 teaspoon onion powder
 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
 1/2 teaspoon salt substitute
 
Directions:
 
*Prep fresh herbs
  • Line a baking sheet with Parchment Paper and preheat oven to 175 degrees F.
  • Spread chopped Chives, Parsley, Dill Weed, Minced garlic, and chopped onion onto parchment paper.
  • Bake for approximately 2-4 hours to dehydrate but watch not to burn. (It is ready when leaves crumble)
  • Mix all ingredients together; pulse in personal blender.
  • Store in an air-tight container
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Creamy Ranch Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers

Creamy Ranch Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers
[2 Servings: 1 Lean, 3 serving Green, 2 condiments, 1 fat]
 
Ingredients:

3 Bell Peppers (any color-6 servings of Green)
10 ounces diced skinless grilled chicken breast
4 wedges Light Laughing Cow Cheese (2 Fat )
1/4 cup chopped chives (1 Condiment)
1 teaspoon Jenn's Ranch Seasoning (2 Condiments)
1 teaspoon minced garlic (1 Condiment)
 
Directions
 

-Cut in half lengthwise then core and remove stems and seeds from peppers. 
-In a small bowl, combing the remaining ingredients together then divide evenly between each pepper half.
-Shred 2 ounces reduced-fat shredded cheese divided evenly on top of each meat mixture. 
-Bake at 350 F for approximately 35-45 minutes until fork tender.
-Divide into 2 servings.
-For Ranch Seasoning recipe link: Click Here!

*Optional for 3 servings: Serve 2 halves along with a side deli salad of 1 cup spring mix, 1/2 ounce shredded reduced-fat cheese, 1-1/2 ounce diced grilled chicken or turkey, 1-1/3 Tablespoon Light Dressing


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Tuesday, February 27, 2018

CAULIFLOWER BREAD STICKS or Pizza: Meal for One

[1 Complete Lean & Green Meal, 2-1/2 Condiments]
 
 
Ingredients:

1 cup raw grated cauliflower (2 Green)
1 egg, well beaten  (1/3 Lean) 
4 ounces reduced fat mozzarella, shredded (2/3 Lean)
1 teaspoon minced garlic (1 Condiment)
1/4 cup chives, chopped (1 Condiment)

Marinara Dipping Sauce:




1/2 cup Italian diced tomatoes (1 Greens)
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning (1/2 Condiment)
Pinch Salt or Pepper

Directions:
  1. Puree Italian diced tomatoes and seasoning in a personal blender. Set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  3. Mix cauliflower, egg (1/4 cup egg substitute can be used) and 2-1/2 ounces reduced-fat shredded mozzarella, and garlic together in a bowl until combined.
  4. Line a small baking sheet with parchment and lightly Pam sprayed.
  5. Scoop mixture onto parchment about 1 -1/2 inch deep in the shape of a rectangle, as thin as you can OR you can make small circle ones.
  6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 min or until starts to hold its shape, firm. Lay a second sheet of parchment paper lined baking sheet over the crust to flip over to continue baking for 15 more minutes at 425 degrees F.
  7. Remove from oven to cut with a pizza cutter to separate. Add remaining 1-1/2 ounce reduced-fat cheese then bake until cheese is melted.
  8. Serve with marinara sauce OR make a pizza with the sauce and use a little less cheese to add meat ( or *veggie sausage or Morning Star Meal starter crumbles for Vegetarian Friendly recipe *IF you can have SOY). 

    *I make MULTIPLE batches of this at one time. Follow Steps 1 -6 above. Let them cool completely, then FREEZE them in individual servings for later use. You can change the seasoning or add crushed red pepper to spice it up a bit OR diced jalapeno.  **To use: Just Bake the frozen crust on a parchment paper lined baking stone at 400 degrees F. for approximately 10-15 minutes, let set 5 minutes while you do steps 7-8 above adding the toppings, then bake an additional 5-8 minutes until cheese melts

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Lemon Blueberry Poppy Seed Zucchini Muffins & Bread

[3 servings: 1 fueling, 1 Green, 1 Condiments, 1/2 Fat]
 
1 packet Cinnamon Cream Cheese Swirl Cake
1 packet Blueberry Almond Cereal, pulsed in a personal blender

1 packet Yogurt Berry Blast Smoothie
3 egg whites, beaten
1/3 cup unsweetened Almond milk (1/3 Condiment)
1 Tablespoon Light Margarine, melted (1 Fat)
2 teaspoons White Vinegar (1/6 Condiment)
1 teaspoon poppy seed (1 Condiment)
1/4-1/2 packet Crystal Light Lemonade (1/2-1 Condiments)*depending on the strength desired
1-1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (1/2 Condiment)
1-1/2 cup zucchini shredded (3 Green)
 
~*Shred the zucchini and squeeze all the excess water out using a cheesecloth. Let set, then squeeze again if needed before adding to mix.

~Pulse Blueberry Cereal in a personal blender.
~Whisk Egg whites in a medium mixing bowl then add Fueling packets and remaining ingredients except, zucchini. let rest for 10 minutes before adding shredded zucchini.

~Scoop into 3 Muffin Liners spritzed with Pam(OR a large ramekin then divide into 3 equal portions).

~Bake at 350 degrees F for 15-18 minutes.
*You can change the flavor just a bit by changing the flavor of Crystal Light, for instance Orange is a good flavor, too.

 
Zucchini Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf Bread 
(USE ONLY ONE OF THESE PER DAY)
[6 Servings:{*With ICING: 1 Green, 1 Fueling, 2 Condiment, 1 Fat}]
 
4 packets Tropical Fruit Smoothie
2 packets OPTAVIA* Cinnamon Cream Cheese Swirl Cake
1/2 teaspoon baking powder (1 Condiments)
1/4 teaspoon Baking soda (3/4 Condiment)
1 Tablespoon Lemon Zest (1 Condiment)
1 packets Crystal Light Lemonade Singles  (2 Condiments)
3 teaspoons poppy seeds (3 Condiments)
6 whisked egg whites (1 Extra egg white a day won't affect fat-burn)
3 cup shredded Zucchini, squeezed (6 Green)
1-1/2 teaspoon yeast (3 Condiments)
1/2 cup warm water

~*Activate yeast in 1/2 cup really warm water for few minutes.
~*Shred the zucchini and squeeze all the excess water out using a cheesecloth. Let set, then squeeze again if needed before adding to mix.
~Whisk Egg whites in a medium mixing bowl then add Fueling packets, Baking Powder & soda, lemon juice, zucchini and activated yeast.
~Pour into a loaf pan spritzed with Pam. Cover with clear wrap spritzed with Pam (So it won't stick) and set  in warm area to rise double it's size.
~Once risen, Bake at 350 degrees F for approximately 35 minutes.
~Divide bread loaf into 6 equal portions. (I like to cut those portions into 2-3 thin slices to toast.
*You can change the flavor just a bit by changing the flavor of Crystal Light

Lemony Cream Cheese Icing

6 ounce Light Cream Cheese, soften to room temp (6 Fat)
2 Tablespoon Unsweetened Coconut Milk (1/4 Condiment)
1/2 packet Crystal Light Lemonade Singles (1 Condiment)
  • Whip together until creamy. Drizzle or spread over Lemon Bread if desired.

ICING VARIATIONS:
CHERRY CREAM CHEESE ICING
Make the above recipe with 1/2 packet Crystal Light Cherry Singles
ORANGE CREAM CHEESE ICING
Make the above recipe with 1/2 packet Crystal Light Orange Singles

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(Average weight loss for Clients on the Optimal Weight 5&1 Plan with support is 20 lbs.)






Monday, February 26, 2018

Egg Drop Shrimp Zoodle Soup and Side Salad
[2 Servings: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments, 1-1/2 Healthy Fat]
*Adapted recipe from Simply Quinoa

Ingredients:
2 cup chicken broth (<1g carb=2 Condiment)
1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar (1 Condiment)
1/4 teaspoon Salt or Salt Substitute (1 Condiment)
1 teaspoon grated Ginger root (1/2 Condiment)
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced (1/2 Condiment)
 2 egg, beaten (2/3 lean)
11-1/2 ounces raw Shrimp, peeled& de-veined (1-1/3 Lean)
2 teaspoon Sesame oil, optional (2 Heathy Fat)
1/2 cup scallions, diced (1 Green )
1-1/2 cup Zucchini, spiraled (3 Green)
1 sheet Seaweed Wrap, cut into small strips (1 Condiment)

Directions:

  • In a Large Skillet bring the chicken broth, Balsamic vinegar, oil (*can be omitted) and salt to a boil.
  • Stirring gently, pour in the beaten eggs.
  • Cook for about 1 minute then add shrimp then toss in the spiraled Zucchini Noodles.
  • Cook until Shrimp turns pink in color. Divide into 2 Servings

Serve EACH with additional 1 cup Spring Mix(1 Green) side salad 1 Tablespoon Light Dressing of your choice (1/2 Healthy Fat)
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Baked Macaroni Bites -Oven OR Airfryer (Fueling)

Need a recipe to utilize the Mac-N-Cheese Fuelings? Look No Further! These turned out so good! Definitely another keeper. Don't give up when you struggle with a fueling. Get Creatively Healthy!

Baked Mac-N-Cheese Bites (Fueling)
[4 Servings: 1 Fueling, 1/2 Condiment, 1 Healthy Fat]
 


Ingredients:

3 packets Mac-N-Cheese, prep (Any kind)
1 Buttermilk Cheddar Herb Biscuit
*Prep the Mac-N-Cheese and bake the Biscuit the night before.
Directions:
  1. To Prep the night before: Bake 1 packet Buttermilk Biscuit as directed in an oven at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes, let cool; Set in fridge overnight.
  2. Next, Sift out pasta. In a microwave safe bowl, combine fueling powder with 12 ounces boiling water. Stir until completely powder is dissolved. Add the pasta back into the mix and microwave for 1-1/2 minutes. Take out, cover and set in the fridge overnight.
  3. To make the Bites: Scoop 1 Tablespoon of prepared Mac-N-Cheese into balls and place on a parchment paper lined tray. Freeze for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Pulse Baked Biscuit in a personal blender along with 3 Tablespoons Course Almond Flour and 1/2 teaspoon Ranch seasoning (1 Condiment) and a pinch of salt & pepper.
  5. Pour crumbs onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes to toast crumbs.
  6. Pour crumbs into a small bowl. In a second small bowl beat 1 egg until light and fluffy.
  7. Roll each ball of Mac-N-Cheese in the egg mixture then in the bread crumb mixture.
  8. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 20-25 minutes until toasted.
Divide into 4 equal portions. Let Cool slightly before eating.
 
*To Bake in an Airfryer. Follow steps 1 through 7 above
  1. Place the mac and cheese balls in the Fry Basket.
  2. Place the Fry Basket in the Power Air Fryer XL.
  3. Press the M Button. Scroll to the Chicken Icon.
  4. Press the Power Button & adjust the time to 10 minutes at 360 degrees.
  5. Rotate half way through. Let cool slightly before eating.
**NOTE: You can Do Steps 1-7 Then freeze them on a tray before storing in single servings for later use. To use: Thaw slightly then bake in oven or airfryer.


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Turkey Collagen Wrap With Cranberry Sauce (L&G)

Turkey Deli Wrap
[1 Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 2 Condiments]
 
1 Cali'flour Collagen Wrap (2 Green)

-In a cast iron skillet heat up 1 teaspoon of olive oil. (Or Spritz skillet with Pam.) Place Collagen Wrap in hot skillet and cook until slightly Crisp.
Flip with a large flat spatula, careful not to break.
-While the second side is cooking add 2 ounces reduced-fat Sargento Provolone (3 slices).
-Remove from skillet and place on a plate. Add:
4 ounces low-sodium fat-free Turkey slices
1/2 cup Lettuce (1/2 Green)
1/4 cup sliced cucumbers (1/4 Green)
1/4 cup sliced Tomatoes (1/4 Green)
1 Tablespoon Mustard (1 Condiment)
1 wedge Light Laughing Cow (1 Condiment)

Roll up and Enjoy! These wraps have an earthy taste.


TURKEY CRANBERRY WRAP

1 Cali'flour Collagen Wrap (2 Green)
  • In a cast iron skillet heat up 1 teaspoon of olive oil. (Or Spritz skillet with Pam.) Place Collagen Wrap in hot skillet and cook until slightly Crisp.
  • Flip with a large flat spatula, careful not to break.
  • While the second side is cooking add:
 2 slices reduced-fat Sargento Provolone (1-1/3 ounce Lean).
  • Remove from skillet and place on a plate.
  • In a small mixing bowl whip together:
 2 Tablespoons Light Cream cheese (2 Condiments)
1/4 cup scallions chopped(1/2 Green)
1 Tablespoon Almond milk (To make spreadable)
5 chopped Pecans (1 Healthy Fat)
  •  Spread gently onto wrap then ADD:
4-2/3 ounces low-sodium fat-free Turkey slices
1/2 cup Lettuce (1/ Green)
1/4 cup Sliced Cucumber
1/4 cup Sliced Tomatoes(1/2 Green)




Cranberry Gelatin sauce
(USE ONLY ONE PER DAY as OPTIONAL SNACK)
[4 servings: Use as Optional Snack -would equal 7-1/2 calories and 1g carb]

2 cups Diet cranberry  (5 calories and 2g carbs each 1 cup )
1 packet Knox unflavored gelatin (0 Carb 5 calories per 1/4 packet)



Directions:
  • Bring Diet Cranberry juice to a boil then add the gelatin; stirring until dissolved
  • Divide into 4 dessert containers and set in fridge until gel firms. 

For the TURKEY CRANBERRY WRAP: Use a couple of spoonfuls of the Cranberry sauce and use the remaining serving later for a snack!





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BISCUITS: Single, & Bulk Recipes (Fueling)

Single Serve BISCUIT
[1 Fueling, 1/2 condiment]

Ingredients:
1 packet Buttermilk Cheddar Herb Biscuit
(*Mashed Potato, Tomato Basil Bisque or Mac-N-Cheese can also be used.)
1/8 tsp baking powder (1/4 condiment)
1 whisked egg white
3 Tablespoon water

Directions:
~Mix ingredients completely. Let batter rest for five minutes to set up.
~Pour the batter into 2 equal bun-sized mounds on a Parchment paper lined baking sheet
~Bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. OR make one large mound, Bake then cut in half before serving.  *Sprinkle with cheese, if desired, before bakin
 
CHEESY BISCUITS
[4 servings: 1 Fueling, 1/6 lean, 1/2 condiment, 1/2 fat]


Ingredients:
2 packets Mashed Potato* (any kind)
2 packets Buttermilk Cheddar Herb Biscuit
1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder (1 condiment)
2 teaspoons cider vinegar (1/6 Condiment)
1 Egg, whisked (1/3 lean)
4 wedges Light Laughing Cow Cheese (2 fat)
2 ounce shredded reduced-fat cheese (1/3 lean)
1/2 cup water



Directions:
~Cream cheese wedges with the water then mix in remaining ingredients.
~Drop by spoonfuls onto parchment paper lined baking sheet, then smooth tops a little with damp hand. (OR scoop into 4 muffin liners.
~Sprinkle with a pinch of cheese, if desired.
~Bake at 350° F for approximately 15 minutes until they start to Brown.
 
 
 
*ADD a bit of spiciness to your day by adding diced green chilies or a little bit of diced jalapeno to your cheddar biscuit dough!
This is awesome with an egg white for a sandwich or just a wedge of Light Laughing Cow Cheese. Yum!
 
 
 

BISCUITS: BULK RECIPE
[6 servings: 1 Fueling, 1/2 Condiment, 1/3 Fat]
 
Ingredients: 
4 packets Buttermilk Cheddar Herb Biscuit
4 packets Mac-N-Cheese
4 packets Garlic Mashed Potatoes
1/2 tsp Baking powder (1 Condiment)
1/2 tsp baking soda (1/2 Condiment)
2 Tablespoon Cider Vinegar (1/2 Condiment)
2 teaspoon garlic, minced (2 Condiment)
1/2 cup chives, chopped (2 Condiment)
10 egg whites, whisked
1-1/2 cup water,
2 Tablespoon melted reduced-fat margarine (can be omitted for 0 fat needed-2 Fat).

Directions:
~Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
~In a personal blender, pulse Mac-N-Cheese packets to make a fine powder.
~In a medium mixing Combine all the ingredients and mix thoroughly. Pour into 12 muffin liners.  Let rest for 5 minutes before baking. 
~Sprinkle each with a pinch of cheese before baking, if desired.
~Bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes. 



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(Average weight loss for Clients on the Optimal Weight 5&1 Plan with support is 20 lbs.)
 

Sunday, February 25, 2018

Italian Flatbread Pepperoni Pizza & Salad (L&G): Dinner for 2

[2 Servings: 1 Lean, 3 Greens, and 2-1/2 Condiments, 1 Healthy Fat]
 
1 Cali'flour Foods Crust (3 Green, 1/2 Lean )
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, roasted (1 Green)
1 tsp fresh minced garlic (1 Condiment)
4 ounces FRESH mozzarella (4/5 Lean)
1 ounces Turkey Pepperoni (1/5 Lean)
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (1/4 Condiments)
1-3/4 Tablespoon sliced Onion (1-3/4 Condiment)
2 teaspoons Balsamic Vinegar (2 Condiments)
*Vinegar can be omitted
Directions: 
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking dish with parchment paper. 
  • Cut Grape tomatoes into halves then spread grape tomatoes on pan. Spray tomatoes lightly with Pam cooking spray.
  • Bake for about 10 minutes. Set aside. Reduce oven temp to 375 degrees F. 
  • Place pizza crust on parchment paper lined baking stone Or vented pizza pan with holes.  Spread minced garlic on top of crust. Add  turkey Pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, onions and roasted grape tomatoes on top of the pizza crust.
  • Bake 10 more minutes or until cheese has melted.
  • Drizzle with Balsamic vinegar. Divide into 2 equal portions.

*To COMPLETE The LEAN & GREEN MEAL: Serve each portion with 1 cup Spring Mix, 3 ounces 1% Cottage cheese (OR 1-1/2 ounce reduced-fat shredded cheese), and 2 Tablespoon Light dressing of your choosing.

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(Average weight loss for Clients on the Optimal Weight 5&1 Plan with support is 20 lbs.)