Shrimp Po’ Boy

August 22, 2014 Leave a Comment
Shrimp Po' Boy

Shrimp Po’ Boy

 

This recipe, Shrimp Po’ Boy is from Diabetic Connect.  This twist on the Louisiana favorite piles grilled shrimp and creamy-dressed cabbage onto a crusty bun.  Bread that’s soft on the inside and crusty on the outside is perfect for a Po’ Boy sandwich.  We grill both sides of a whole-wheat bun for that added crunch.  You may need a few extra napkins to enjoy it, but this quick and easy sandwich is well worth it.  Serve with sautéed corn and bell peppers.

 

Shrimp Po’ Boy Recipe

Shrimp Po’ Boy

2 cups finely shredded red cabbage

2 Tbsp. dill pickle relish

2 Tbsp. reduced-fat mayonnaise

2 Tbsp. nonfat plain yogurt

1 lb. peeled and deveined raw shrimp, (50 -60 per lb.)

4 tsp. canola oil, divided

1 tsp. chili powder

½ tsp. paprika

¼ tsp. freshly ground pepper

4 whole-wheat hot dog buns, or small sub rolls, split

4 tomato slices, halved

¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

 

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Combine cabbage, relish, mayonnaise and yogurt in a medium bowl.

Toss shrimp with 2 teaspoons oil, chili powder, paprika and pepper in a medium bowl.  Place the remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a small bowl.  Dip a pastry brush in water, then in the oil and lightly brush the inside of each bun (or roll).

Place a grill basket on the grill. Add the shrimp and spread in a single layer.  Grill, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through, about 3 minutes.  Open the buns and grill, turning once, until toasted on both sides, about 1 minute total.

To assemble the sandwiches, divide tomato and onion among the buns.  Spread about 1/3 cup cabbage mixture down the middle of each and top with about ½ cup grilled shrimp.

 

(Recipe for Shrimp Po’ Boy came from Diabetic Connect, 2014)

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Zucchini Enchiladas

July 23, 2014 Leave a Comment
Zucchini Enchiladas

Zucchini Enchiladas

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

I love this enchilada recipe because it helps me serve a healthy but tasty meal to my family.  Also, zucchini is so plentiful in the garden and this dish makes a great way to use it up.   * This recipe is Diabetic Friendly! *

            Angela Leinenbach                                                                         Mechanicsville, Virginia

 

Zucchini Enchiladas Recipe

Zucchini Enchiladas

1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped

1 medium green pepper, chopped

1 large sweet onion, chopped

2 Tbsp. olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 cans (12 oz. each) tomato sauce

2 cans (14 ½ oz. each) no-salt added diced tomatoes, undrained

2 Tbsp. chili powder

2 tsp. sugar

2 tsp. dried marjoram

1 tsp. dried basil

1 tsp. ground cumin

¼ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. cayenne pepper

1 bay leaf

3 lbs. zucchini, shredded (about 8 cups)

24 corn tortillas (6 inch), warmed

4 cups (16 oz.) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

2 cans (2 ¼ oz. each) sliced ripe olives, drained

½ cup minced fresh cilantro

Reduced-fat sour cream, optional

 

In a large saucepan, sauté peppers and onion in oil until tender.  Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.  Stir in tomato sauce, tomatoes, chili powder, sugar, marjoram, basil, cumin, salt, cayenne and bay leaf.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until slightly thickened.  Discard bay leaf.

Preheat oven to 350 F.  Place 1/3 cup zucchini down the center of each tortilla; top with 2 tablespoons cheese and 1 tablespoon olives.  Roll up and place seam side down in two 13×9 inch baking dishes coated with cooking spray.  Pour sauce over the top; sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until heated through.  Sprinkle with cilantro.  Serve with sour cream if desired.            12 servings

 

(Recipe for Zucchini Enchiladas was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Southwestern Backyard Burgers

June 14, 2014 Leave a Comment

 

Southwestern Backyard Burgers

Southwestern Backyard Burgers

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

Whether you’re in the stadium parking lot or on your patio, these southwestern-style burgers are great on the grill.  Sometimes I make six patties rather than eight out of the ingredients, because I like my burgers bigger.

             Robert Hodges                                                                  San Diego, California

 

Southwestern Backyard Burgers Recipe

Southwestern Backyard Burgers

1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies

¼ cup Worcestershire sauce

½ tsp. hickory smoke, optional

½ cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 12 crackers)

4 ½ tsp. chili powder

3 tsp. ground cumin

½ tsp. salt

½ tsp. pepper

2 lbs. ground beef

½ lb. bulk pork sausage

6 or 8 slices pepper jack cheese

6 or 8 sesame seed hamburger buns, split

Lettuce leaves and tomato slices

Toppings of your choice

 

In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients.  Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well.  Shape into 6 or 8 patties.

Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until no longer pink.  Top with cheese.  Grill 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted.

Grill buns, cut side down, for 1-2 minutes or until toasted.  Serve burgers on buns with lettuce, tomato and topping.             6-8 servings

 

(Recipe for Southwestern Backyard Burgers was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014

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Hot ‘n’ Spicy Flank Steak

May 29, 2014 Leave a Comment

 

Hot 'n' Spicy Flank Steak

Hot ‘n’ Spicy Flank Steak

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

With its flavorful marinade, this flank steak makes a succulent meal.  I received this recipe from a friend, and it’s a family favorite ever been since.

             Julee Wallberg                                                                 Salt Lake City, Utah

 

Hot ‘n’ Spicy Flank Steak Recipe

Hot ‘n’ Spicy Flank Steak

3 Tbsp. brown sugar

3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar

3 Tbsp. sherry of reduced-sodium chicken broth

3 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce

1 Tbsp. canola oil

1 ½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

1 ½ tsp. paprika

1 ½ tsp. chili powder

1 ½ tsp. Worcestershire sauce

¾ tsp. seasoned salt

¾ tsp. garlic powder

¾ tsp. dried parsley flakes

1 beef flank steak (1 ½ Lb.)

 

In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients.  Pour 1/3 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add steak.  Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-3 hours, turn the steak over every hour.  Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting.

Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack.  Grill steak, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 inches from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145 F.; medium 160 F.; well-done, 170 F.), basting frequently with remaining marinade.  Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.  Thinly slice steak across the grain.               6 serving

 

(Recipe for Hot ‘n’ Spicy Flank Steak was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Salsa Chorizo Pizzas

May 13, 2014 Leave a Comment
Salsa Chorizo Pizza

Salsa Chorizo Pizza

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

Grilled pizza is a snap when starting with frozen bread dough.  This version with a Mexican twist features salsa and chorizo, a highly seasoned, coarsely ground pork sausage.

Salsa Chorizo Pizzas Recipe

Salsa Chorizo Pizza

Salsa:    3 cups chopped seeded tomatoes

1 medium onion, chopped

2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

1 poblano pepper, seeded and chopped

1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro

¼ cup lime juice

1 Tbsp. olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1 tsp. chili powder

1 tsp. ground cumin

½ tsp. salt

Pizza:    1 loaf (1 lb.) frozen bread dough, thawed

3 Tbsp. olive oil

2 cups (8 oz.) shredded Mexican cheese blend

½ lb. chorizo, cooked and crumbled

 

In a large bowl, combine the salsa ingredients; set aside.

Divide dough into fourths.  On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into 8 inch circle.  Lightly brush both sides of dough with oil; place on grill. Cover and grill over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until the bottom is lightly browned.

Remove from the grill.  Top the grilled side of each pizza with ½ cup cheese, ¼ cup chorizo and ½ cup salsa.  Return to the grill.  Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the bottom is browned and cheese is melted.  Refrigerate remaining salsa.          4 servings

(Recipe for Salsa Chorizo Pizzas was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Chicken Fajitas

April 8, 2014 Leave a Comment
Chicken Fajitas

Chicken Fajitas

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at www.tasteofhome.com

 

This is the best fajita recipe I’ve ever used.  It sounds complicated, but really it isn’t.  The servings are hearty, but this dish is so good that my husband and I never have a problem finishing it!  This recipe is Diabetic Friendly!

        Kathleen Smith                                                                 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

 

Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Chicken Fajitas

¼ cup lime juice

1 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce

2 tsp. canola oil

1 garlic clove, minced

½ tsp. salt

½ tsp. chili pepper

½ tsp. cayenne pepper

¼ tsp. pepper

1 tsp. liquid smoke, optional

2 boneless chicken breast halves (4 oz. each)

Filling:   2 tsp. canola oil

1 medium onion, julienned

½ small sweet red or green pepper, julienned

1 tsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce

½ tsp. lime juice

4 fat-free tortillas (6 inch), warmed

Salsa and sour cream, optional

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; if desired, add liquid smoke.  Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat.  Refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Drain chicken, discarding marinade.  Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly.  Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 inches from heat 4-6 minutes on each side or a thermometer reads 165 F.

In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.  Add onion and red pepper; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until tender.  Stir in soy sauce and lime juice.

Cut chicken into thin slices; add to vegetables.  Serve tortillas and, if desired, salsa and sour cream.

2 serving

 

(Recipe for Chicken Fajitas was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Hearty Beef & Bean Chili

April 3, 2014 Leave a Comment
Hearty Beef & Bean Chili

Hearty Beef & Bean Chili

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

The slow cooker makes this chili ideal for entertaining.  A few minutes of prep and then it cooks away while you can attend to other party details.  Your guests will really enjoy this nicely seasoned hearty dish.

         Jan Wagner-Cuda                                                           Deer Park, Washington

 

Hearty Beef & Bean Chili Recipe

Hearty Beef & Bean Chili

2 lbs. ground beef

6 cans (16 oz. each) hot chili beans, undrained

1 can (10 oz.) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained

1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce

¼ cup chopped onion

2 Tbsp. molasses

1 tsp. salt-free Southwest chipotle seasoning blend

1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

½ tsp. salt

½ tsp. ground cumin

½ tsp. chili powder

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.  Transfer to a 6 quart slow cooker.

Stir in the remaining ingredients.  Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until heated through.

14 servings (3 ½ quarts)

 

(Recipe for Hearty Beef & Bean Chili was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Vegetarian Red Bean Chili

February 3, 2014 Leave a Comment
Vegetarian Red Bean Chili

Vegetarian Red Bean Chili

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

For a vegetarian chili that meat lovers would like, this recipe is healthy and tastes great.  It takes just a few minutes to prepare, then the chili simmers in the slow cooker leaving me free to do something else.  I top bowls with shredded cheddar cheese.

           Connie Barnett                                                                 Athens, Georgia

 

Vegetable Red Bean Chili Recipe

Vegetarian Red Bean Chili

1 can (16 oz.) red beans, rinsed and drained

2 can (8 oz. each) no-salt-added tomato sauce

2 cups water

1 can (14 ½ oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 package (12 oz.) frozen vegetarian meat crumbles

1 large onion, chopped

1 to 2 Tbsp. chili powder

1 Tbsp. ground chili

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp. pepper

½ tsp. salt

½ tsp. cayenne pepper

Sour Cream and shredded cheddar cheese, optional

 

In a 4 quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients.  Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until heated through.  Serve with sour cream and cheddar cheese, if desired.              6 servings (2 quarts)

 

(Recipe for Vegetarian Red Bean Chili was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

January 28, 2014 Leave a Comment
Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at www.tasteofhome.com

 

The first time I had this chili at a Super Bowl party, I was on my second bowl before I realized it had NO MEAT!  It’s so chock-full of ingredients and flavor that it’s hard to believe this is a low-fat recipe.  Enjoy!

         Ronald Johnson                                                                               Elmhurst, Illinois

 

Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili Recipe

Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

½ Lb. sliced fresh mushrooms

1 large green pepper, chopped

1 large sweet red pepper, chopped

2 ribs celery, chopped

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

1 Tbsp. olive oil

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. dried oregano

1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can (16 oz.) red beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (15 oz.) black beans, raised and drained

1 large carrot, chopped

½ cup water

½ cup barbecue sauce

¼ cup chili powder

1 tsp. Liquid Smoke, optional

Optional Toppings:   Light sour cream, hot pepper sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion and/or crushed baked tortilla chip scoops

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the mushrooms, peppers, celery, onion and jalapeno in oil until onion is lightly browned.  Add the garlic, cumin and oregano; cook and stir 1 minute longer.

Transfer to a 5 quart slow cooker.  Stir in the tomatoes, beans, carrots, water, barbecue sauce, chili powder and Liquid Smoke if desired.

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until vegetables are tender.  Serve with sour cream, pepper sauce, cheese, onion and/or chips if desired.            6 servings (2 quarts)

 

(Recipe for Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Comforting Crock Pot Chili

January 10, 2014 Leave a Comment

 

Comforting Crock Pot Chili

Comforting Crock Pot Chili

This recipe, Comforting Crock Pot Chili is from Diabetic Connect.  This classic and simple chili is sure to please your taste buds!

 

Comforting Crock Pot Chili Recipe

Comforting Crock Pot Chili

1 lb. ground turkey breast or very lean ground beef

1 large onion, finely chopped

5 oz. pinto beans, rinsed and drained

8 ½ oz. corn, rinsed and drained

15 oz. tomato sauce

14 ½ oz. diced tomatoes

10 oz. diced tomato and green chilies

2 Tbsp. chili powder

1 tsp. ground cumin

½ tsp. garlic powder

½ tsp. salt

 

In nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook ground meat until meat is no longer pink; drain.  Transfer meat to Crock Pot.  Add remaining ingredients and stir until combined.  Cook on high for 4 hours; remove lid and stir quickly halfway through.

 

(Recipe for Comforting Crock Pot Chili came from Diabetic Connect, 2013)

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