FISH
BAKED SPICY FISH
4 Servings, about 3 ounces each Cod fillets, fresh or frozen Paprika Garlic powder Onion powder Pepper Ground oregano Ground thyme Lemon juice Margarine, melted 1 pound 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon 1 tablespoon 1-1/2 tablespoons PREPARATION TIME:15 MINUTES COOKING TIME:25 MINUTES 29 1. Thaw frozen fish according to package directions. 2. Preheat oven to 350˚ F. 3. Separate fish into four fillets or pieces. Place fish in ungreased 13- by 9- by 2-inch baking pan. 4. Combine paprika, garlic and onion powder, pepper, oregano, and thyme in small bowl. Sprinkle seasoning mixture and lemon juice evenly over fish. Drizzle margarine evenly over fish. 5. Bake until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 to 25 minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 140 5 grams Saturated fat 1 gram Cholesterol 51 milligrams Sodium 123 milligrams.
BAKED COD WITH CHEESE
4 Servings, about 3 ounces each Cod fillets, fresh or frozen Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 pound 4 tablespoons PREPARATION TIME:7 MINUTES COOKING TIME:15 MINUTES 28 1. Thaw cod according to package directions. 2. Prepare cod according to package directions. 3. After cod is fully cooked, sprinkle cheese on cod. Return cod to oven to melt cheese, about 3 to 5 minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 155 5 grams Saturated fat 3 grams Cholesterol 65 milligrams Sodium 160 milligrams.
SPANISH BAKED FISH
4 Servings, about 3 ounces each Perch fillets, fresh or frozen 1 pound Tomato sauce 1 cup Onions, sliced Garlic powder Chili powder Dried oregano flakes Ground cumin 1/2 cup 1/2 teaspoon 2 teaspoons 1 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon PREPARATION TIME:15 MINUTES COOKING TIME: ABOUT 10 TO 20 MINUTES 30 1. Thaw frozen fish according to package directions. 2. Preheat oven to 350˚ F. Lightly grease baking dish. 3. Separate fish into four fillets or pieces. Arrange fish in baking dish. 4. Mix remaining ingredients together and pour over fish. 5. Bake until fish flakes easily with fork, about 10 to 20 minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 135 1 gram Saturated fat Trace Cholesterol 104 milligrams Sodium 448 milligrams.
TUNA PASTA SALAD
4 Servings, about 1-1/2 cups each Macaroni, uncooked Tuna, canned, water-pack Zucchini, chopped Carrots, sliced Onions, diced 2 cups 2 6-1/2-ounce cans 1/2 cup 1/4 cup 1/3 cup Salad dressing, mayonnaise-type1/4 cup PREPARATION TIME:25 MINUTES COOKING TIME:8 MINUTES 32 1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain. 2. Drain tuna. 3. Wash vegetables. Chop zucchini; slice carrots into thin slices; dice onions. 4. Mix macaroni, tuna, and vegetables together in mixing bowl. Stir in salad dressing. 5. Chill until ready to serve. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 405 13 grams Saturated fat 2 grams Cholesterol 25 milligrams Sodium 360 milligrams.
MAIN DISHES RECIPES FOR POULTRY
CHICKEN
_CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES 4_ Servings, about 1 cup each Margarine Garlic powder Onions, chopped Chicken thighs, boneless, skinless Cut green beans, frozen Pepper 1-1/2 tablespoons 1 teaspoon 1/2 cup 1 pound + 4 ounces 10-ounce package 1/4 teaspoon PREPARATION TIME:6 MINUTES COOKING TIME:25 MINUTES 1. Melt margarine in heavy skillet. Add garlic and onions; stir until blended. Cook over medium heat, until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet. 2. Place chicken in the skillet. Cook over medium heat, until chicken is thoroughly done and no longer pink in color, about 12 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet; keep warm. 36 3. Place frozen green beans, pepper, and cooked onions in same skillet. Cover and cook over medium-low heat until beans are tender, about 5 minutes. 4. Add chicken to vegetable mixture. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Note: To remove bone from chicken thighs: 1. Place chicken on cutting board. Remove skin from thighs. 2. Turn chicken thighs over. 3. Cut around bone and remove it. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 190 11 grams Saturated fat 3 grams Cholesterol 57 grams Sodium 109 milligrams.
OVEN CRISPY CHICKEN
4 Servings, about 4 ounces each Broiler fryer chicken, cut-up Whole milk Flour Paprika Pepper Ready-to-eat flake cereal, slightly crushed Vegetable oil PREPARATION TIME:15 MINUTES COOKING TIME:30 MINUTES 1 1/2 pounds 1/4 cup 1/2 cup 1 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon 1 cup 4 tablespoons 1. Remove skin and all visible fat from chicken. Place milk in large bowl. Add chicken pieces; turn to coat. 2. Combine flour, paprika, and pepper on a plate. 37 3. Lift chicken pieces from milk and reserve milk. Coat chicken thoroughly with seasoned flour and place on a wire rack until all pieces have been coated. Redip chicken pieces into reserved milk. 4. Place crushed cereal on plate. Place chicken pieces on crushed cereal. Using 2 forks, turn chicken pieces in crushed cereal to coat. 5. Place chicken on a foil-lined baking tray; drizzle oil over chicken. 6. Bake at 400˚ F, for 15 minutes. Turn chicken pieces over; continue to bake until chicken is thoroughly cooked and crust is crisp, about 15 more minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 350 15 grams Saturated fat 4 grams Cholesterol 93 milligrams Sodium 503 milligrams.
TURKEY-CABBAGE CASSEROLE
4 Servings, about 2 cups each Cabbage, shredded Ground turkey Onions, chopped White rice, uncooked Tomato sauce Garlic powder Ground oregano 1 cup 1 pound 1/2 cup 1 cup 2 cups 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon PREPARATION TIME:10 MINUTES COOKING TIME:60 MINUTES 38 1. Place shredded cabbage in a lightly greased 2-quart casserole dish. 2. In skillet cook turkey until browned and no longer pink in color. Add chopped onions; stir occasionally and cook 3 minutes. Add uncooked rice to cooked turkey. 3. Place turkey-rice mixture over cabbage in casserole dish. 4. Combine tomato sauce, garlic, and oregano. Pour over cooked turkey. 5. Cover and bake at 350˚ F, about 1 hour. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 380 11 grams Saturated fat 3 grams Cholesterol 77 milligrams Sodium 829 milligrams.
BAKED CHICKEN NUGGETS
4 Servings, about 3 ounces each Chicken thighs, boneless, skinless 1-1/2 pounds Ready-to-eat cereal, cornflakes, crumbs 1 cup Paprika 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning Garlic powder Onion powder PREPARATION TIME:15 MINUTES 1/2 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon CONVENTIONAL COOKING TIME:12 TO 14 MINUTES MICROWAVE COOKING TIME:6 TO 8 MINUTES 1. Remove skin and bone; cut thighs into bite-sized pieces. 2. Place
cornflakes in plastic bag and crush by using a rolling pin. 3. Add remaining ingredients to crushed cornflakes. Close bag tightly and shake until blended. 4. Add a few chicken pieces at a time to crumb mixture. Shake to coat evenly. CONVENTIONAL METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 400˚ F. Lightly grease a cooking sheet. 2. Place chicken pieces on cooking sheet so they are not touching. 3. Bake until golden brown, about 12 to 14 minutes.
_MICROWAVE METHOD:_ 1. Lightly grease an 8- by 12-inch baking dish. 2. Place chicken pieces on baking dish so they are not touching. Cover with waxed paper and cook on high. 3. Rotate chicken every 2 to 3 minutes. Cook until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Note: To remove bone from chicken thighs: 1. Place chicken on cutting board. Remove skin from thighs. 2. Turn chicken thighs over. 3. Cut around bone and remove it. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 175 8 grams Saturated fat 2 grams Cholesterol 67 milligrams Sodium 35 127 milligrams
MAIN DISHES RECIPES FOR VEGETARIAN.
VEGETARIAN
CHEESE-STUFFED POTATOES
4 Servings, two potato halves each Baking potatoes 4 (8 ounces each) Lowfat cottage cheese 7/8 cup Whole milk 2 tablespoons Onion, minced Paprika 2 tablespoons 1/4 teaspoon PREPARATION TIME:20 MINUTES CONVENTIONAL COOKING TIME:30 TO 45 MINUTES MICROWAVE COOKING TIME:5 TO 10 MINUTES 1. Scrub potatoes and remove any blemishes. TO BAKE: CONVENTIONAL METHOD: 1. Preheat oven to 400˚ F. 2. Place potatoes in oven and bake until tender, about 30 to 40 minutes. 43 MICROWAVE METHOD: 1. Pierce potatoes by using fork prongs. 2. Cover potatoes with waxed paper. Heat on high until tender, about 5 to 10 minutes. TO STUFF POTATOES: 1. Slice each potato in half, lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out pulp, leaving about 1/4-inch thick shells, saving pulp. 2. Blend cheese, milk, and onion. Add potato pulp; mix until light and fluffy. 3. Fill potato halves with mixture. Sprinkle paprika over potatoes. Note: Return to oven or microwave to reheat, for a few minutes, if desired. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 250 1 gram Saturated fat 1 gram Cholesterol 5 milligrams Sodium 216 milligrams.
SOUPS
POTATO SOUP
4 Servings, about 1 cup each, plus 4 servings for another meal Onion, chopped 3/4 cup (1 medium) Potatoes, peeled, diced 4-1/2 cups Margarine 1 tablespoon Flour Whole milk 3 tablespoons 1 quart PREPARATION TIME:25 MINUTES COOKING TIME:15 MINUTES 46 1. Place onions and potatoes in sauce pan. Cover with water and bring to boil. Simmer until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain. 2. Melt margarine in saucepan. Add flour and stir until smooth. Heat to thicken. 3. Add onions and potatoes to milk mixture, and heat to serving temperature. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 190 6 grams Saturated fat 3 grams Cholesterol 17 milligrams Sodium 325 milligrams.
CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
4 Servings, about 1-1/2 cups each, plus 4 servings for another meal Vegetable oil Onion, minced Carrots, diced Celery, sliced Garlic powder Flour Dried oregano flakes 1 teaspoon 1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1/2 teaspoon 1/8 cup 1/4 teaspoon Chicken broth, reduced sodium 3 cups Potatoes, peeled, diced 2 cups Chicken, cooked, chopped Whole milk Noodles, yolk-free, enriched, uncooked PREPARATION TIME:25 MINUTES COOKING TIME:35 TO 40 MINUTES 1/4 cup 1/2 cup 1 cup 45 1. Heat oil over medium heat in large sauce pan. Add minced onions, carrots, celery, and garlic powder. Cook until onions are tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. 2. Sprinkle flour and oregano over vegetables; cook about 1 minute. 3. Stir in chicken broth and potatoes. Cover and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. 4. Add chicken, milk, and noodles. Cover and simmer until noodles are tender, about 10 minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 205 4 grams Saturated fat 1 grams Cholesterol 8 milligrams Sodium 107 milligrams.
SALADS
MACARONI SALAD
4 Servings, 1-1/2 cups each Elbow macaroni, uncooked Green pepper, chopped 12 ounces 1/2 cup Salad dressing, mayonnaise-type 1/4 cup Pepper 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder PREPARATION TIME:15 MINUTES COOKING TIME:8 TO 10 MINUTES 1/4 teaspoon 56 1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and cool. 2. Combine green pepper, salad dressing, and spices. 3. Add macaroni and toss lightly. Chill. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 430 13 grams Saturated fat 2 grams Cholesterol 0 Sodium 72 milligrams.
POTATO SALAD
4 Servings, 1-1/2 cups each Potatoes, washed, peeled Onion, diced Sweet pickle relish Celery, chopped Salad dressing, mayonnaise-type 1 pound (4 medium) 1 cup 1/4 cup 1/2 cup 1/2 cup PREPARATION TIME:25 MINUTES COOKING TIME:15 MINUTES 58 1. Wash potatoes; place in sauce pan. Cover with water and bring to boil. Simmer until soft, about 15 minutes. Drain and cool. 2. Dice onion and chop celery; combine with pickle relish. 3. Add salad dressing to pickle mixture. 4. Cube potatoes and blend with dressing. 5. Cover and chill several hours. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 350 24 grams Saturated fat 3 grams Cholesterol 0 Sodium 290 milligrams
VEGETABLES AND DIPS
BAKED BEANS
4 Servings, about 3/4 cup each Canned vegetarian beans 3 cups Catsup 1/4 cup Brown sugar 2 tablespoons PREPARATION TIME:5 MINUTES COOKING TIME:30 MINUTES 48 1. In small (1 quart) casserole dish, combine beans, catsup, and brown sugar. 2. Cover and bake at 350˚ F until bubbly, about minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 220 1 gram Saturated fat Trace Cholesterol 0 Sodium 937 milligrams.
POTATO CAKES
4 Servings, 1 cake each New potatoes, cooked, peeled, mashed Egg Flour Whole milk Vegetable oil 2 cups 1 1 tablespoon 2 tablespoons 1/4 cup PREPARATION TIME:10 MINUTES COOKING TIME:5 MINUTES 50 1. Mix mashed potatoes, egg, flour, and milk thoroughly. 2. Shape into flat cakes, about 1/2-inch thick. 3. Heat oil in skillet. 4. Add potato cakes to hot skillet. Cook until golden brown and thoroughly heated. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 210 15 grams Saturated fat 3 grams Cholesterol 54 milligrams Sodium 222 milligrams.
SCALLOPED POTATOES
4 Servings, about 1-1/2 cups each Potatoes Margarine Onions, sliced Flour Pepper Whole milk 2 pounds 2 tablespoons 1 cup 3 tablespoons 1/4
teaspoon 2 cups PREPARATION TIME:20 1 MINUTES COOKING TIME:15 MINUTES 52
. Wash potatoes; peel and slice into thin slices. 2. Melt 1 tablespoon of margarine in heavy, deep skillet. Remove skillet from heat; spread half of potato slices in skillet. 3. Cover potatoes with onions. Sprinkle half of flour and pepper over potato mixture. 4. Add remaining potato slices, flour, and pepper. Cut 1 tablespoon of margarine into small pieces and place on top of potato mixture. 5. Pour milk over potato mixture; bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 305 10 grams Saturated fat 4 grams Cholesterol 17 milligrams Sodium 139 milligrams.
BREADS AND HOT CEREALS
COOKED RICE CEREAL
4 Servings, 1 cup each White rice, uncooked 1% lowfat milk Sugar Ground cinnamon 1-1/2 cups 2 cups 1/4 cup 1 teaspoon PREPARATION TIME:10 MINUTES COOKING TIME:15 MINUTES 61 1. Cook rice according to instructions on the package. 2. Combine warm cooked rice, milk, sugar, and cinnamon. Stir and serve. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 250 2 grams Saturated fat 1 gram Cholesterol 5 milligrams Sodium 66 milligrams
BAKED FRENCH TOAST
4 Servings, about 2 slices each White bread Eggs Whole milk Sugar Vanilla 8 1/2-inch-thick slices 5 1-1/2 cups 1/4 cup 1/2 teaspoon PREPARATION TIME:15 MINUTES COOKING TIME:30 TO 40 MINUTES 60 1. Lightly grease a 13- by 9- by 2-inch baking pan. Cut each slice of bread into 2 even strips. Arrange bread strips in pan. 2. In large bowl, mix eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer on low speed until well blended, about 5 minutes. 3. Pour egg mixture over bread strips; cover. Chill 4 to 24 hours. 4. Preheat oven to 425˚ F. Bake until eggs are set and toast is lightly browned, about 30 to 40 minutes. 5. Serve with Cinnamon Sugar Topping. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 460 23 grams Saturated fat 7 grams Cholesterol 279 milligrams Sodium 581 milligrams.
DESSERTS
CHOCOLATE RICE PUDDING
4 Servings, about 2/3 cup each, plus 4 servings for another meal Whole milk White rice, uncooked Sugar Semi-sweet chocolate chips Eggs Evaporated whole milk Sugar Flour Vanilla 1 quart 2/3 cup 1/2 cup 1/4 cup 2 1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1-1/2 tablespoons 1 teaspoon PREPARATION TIME:15 MINUTES COOKING TIME:30 TO 35 MINUTES 63 1. Place milk, rice, and sugar in large saucepan. Simmer over medium heat; stir continuously. 2. Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered until rice is tender, about 25 minutes. Check to make sure rice doesn’t scorch. Add chocolate and stir until melted. 3. Beat eggs, evaporated milk, sugar, flour, and vanilla in medium bowl until smooth. Gradually beat egg mixture into rice mixture. 4. Stir continuously; cook over medium heat until thickened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not allow pudding to boil. 5. Pour pudding into medium bowl. Cover and chill. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 325 9 grams Saturated fat 5 grams Cholesterol 74 milligrams Sodium 94 milligrams.
PEACH-APPLE CRISP
4 Servings, about 1/2 cup each, plus 4 servings for another meal Canned sliced peaches, light-syrup pack, drained 20 ounces Apples, tart, peeled, sliced 2 medium Vanilla 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Flour Brown sugar, packed Margarine, chilled 1/4 teaspoon 3/4 cup + 3 tablespoons 1/4 cup 3 tablespoons PREPARATION TIME:20 MINUTES COOKING TIME:20 MINUTES 65 1. Preheat oven to 350˚ F. Lightly grease 9- by 9- by 2-inch casserole dish. 2. Combine peaches, apples, vanilla, and cinnamon in a bowl. Toss well and spread evenly in greased casserole dish. 3. Combine flour and sugar in small bowl. Cut in margarine with two knives until the mixture resembles coarse meal. 4. Sprinkle flour mixture evenly over fruit. 5. Bake until lightly browned and bubbly, about 20 minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 175 5 grams Saturated fat 1 gram Cholesterol 0 Sodium 57 milligrams.
SUGAR COOKIE
4 Servings, 3 cookies each, plus 4 servings for another meal or snack Margarine Powdered sugar Eggs Vanilla Flour Baking powder Baking soda 1/3 cup 2/3 cup 2 1/2 teaspoon 1 cup 1/2 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon PREPARATION TIME:15 MINUTES COOKING TIME: ABOUT 10 MINUTES EACH BATCH 68 1. Preheat oven to 375˚ F. 2. Mix margarine and powdered sugar together thoroughly. 3. Add eggs and vanilla. Beat until blended. Add dry ingredients and blend well. 4. Shape dough into 24 one-inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Crisscross balls by using fork prongs. 5. Bake until lightly brown, about 10 minutes. PER SERVING: Calories Total fat 190 10 grams Saturated fat 2 grams Cholesterol 53 milligrams Sodium 167 milligrams.
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