6 Super Bowl Snacks

With the Super Bowl coming up we do not have to deprive ourselves from yummy snacks. Here are some of my 6 favorite Lean & Luscious snacks that would be great for your Super Bowl Party!

Chicken in White Wine

White wine and herbs give this easy dish a truly gourmet taste. The leftovers make a great sandwich, either hot or cold.

Makes 4 servings

1          pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts

½         cup dry white wine

2          tablespoons grated onion

½         teaspoon celery salt

½         teaspoon pepper

¼         teaspoon dried thyme

¼         teaspoon dried marjoram

¼         teaspoon dried rosemary, crumbled 

Be Patient With Yourself

Patience is a virtue. 

“Be patient with yourself. Self-growth is tender; it’s holy ground. There’s no greater investment.”–Stephen Covey

4 Make Ahead Breakfasts

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but many days I don't have time to cook. That is why I have created 4 make ahead breakfasts that you can make in bulk and just take one when you leave in the morning to go about your day.
 

Fried Rice

In fine Chinese style, this delicious dish tastes just like the rice in your favorite restaurant.

                                                                                    

Makes 8 servings

4          tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce

¼        teaspoon garlic powder

¼        teaspoon ground ginger

4          teaspoons canola oil

1          cup liquid egg substitute or 2 eggs

8          ounces cooked chicken (2 cups), cut into small pieces* (I buy a rotisserie chicken which makes whipping up this dish so easy and fast!)

1          cup thinly sliced green onion

4          cups cooked white or brown rice (Uncle Ben's Rice in the bag only take 90 seconds to cook!)

Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.

Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.

 Great Quote from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

3 Lean and Luscious Banana Recipes

Do you hate watching food spoil because you have too much of it?  I do!  But these 3 Lean & Luscious Banana Recipes of mine are here to the rescue!  The more ripe your bananas are, the sweeter and taster these recipes will turn out!

Prairie Bean Tortillas

Similar to fajitas, but made with flour tortillas rather than corn tortillas, this is a quick, easy meal to prepare.

                                                                                    Makes 4 servings

4          6-inch flour tortillas

1          teaspoon canola oil

1          cup chopped onion

2          cloves garlic, minced

1          1-pound can pinto beans, rinsed and drained (This will yield approximately 9 ounces of beans.)

1          8-ounce can salt-free (or regular) tomato sauce

1          4-ounce can chopped green chilies (hot or mild), drained

1          teaspoon ground cumin

1          teaspoon chili powder

1          teaspoon dried oregano

1          cup shredded lettuce

½         cup chopped tomato

2          ounces shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (½ cup) 

True thoughts are those alone which do not understand themselves

Words for the wise. 
"True thoughts are those alone which do not understand themselves."

Tips for Creating a Lean Kitchen

Today's post is written by Lori Brock from Brock Design Group. She gives us some great tips on how to keep your kitchen "lean" when dieting. 

Organizing the kitchen for weight loss is something I have personally done. Even though I have a large family, I was still able to “lean clean” my kitchen to a great degree, getting rid of the high fat, high sugar foods. 

Country Turkey Loaf

This easy loaf is loaded with vegetables, making it colorful as well as tasty and nutritious.  The flavor of the soy sauce blends well with the tomato sauce, giving the taste a nice little boost.

Makes 4 servings

1       pound lean ground turkey
½      cup chopped carrot, in ¼ -inch pieces
½      cup finely chopped onion
½      cup chopped mushrooms
¼      cup finely chopped green pepper
½      cup salt-free (or regular) tomato sauce
2       tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
¼      teaspoon garlic powder
         Salt and pepper to taste

I am always thinking of the next thing I could do to make someone’s plate a little easier

"I am always thinking of the next thing I could do to make someone’s plate a little easier." Happy Monday!

Creamy Potato Soup

A delight served hot on a chilly day or served cold on a hot day, this versatile soup is a real taste treat. It has a thick, creamy texture that tastes a lot like real cream.

 

                                                                                              Makes 4 servings                                                            (each serving 1 cup)  

2          cups evaporated skim milk
1          pound cooked potatoes, peeled, diced (You can bake, boil, or microwave potatoes.)
2          tablespoons minced onion flakes
2          packets low-sodium instant chicken- or vegetable-flavored broth mix
¼         teaspoon celery salt
2          teaspoons margarine
            Freshly ground black pepper to taste\

1          teaspoon dried chives

Happy 2013

Wishing you all a Happy, Healthy and Safe New Year!