Cooking with Jeannie

Makes 12 brownies Author Notes When a friend pushed a version of this recipe on me, I was less than enthused. Neither a baker or a chocoholic, it took a recent blog hop featuring chocolate for me to try it. My recipe is adapted from one in the Weight Watchers “One Pot Cookbook” that features

Nutrition Notes Is Beef Healthy? While beef can be high in saturated fat, you can reduce the amount by trimming the fat off the outside of the roast before cooking, as we suggest in this recipe. While eating the beef, you can also cut off any visible fat on your serving. Beef is an excellent

Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 1 onion, finely chopped 2 celery sticks, finely chopped 1 carrot, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed pinch of chilli flakes 1 rosemary sprig 400g can chopped tomatoes 500ml hot chicken or vegetable stock 400g can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 parmesan rind (optional) 250g cavolo

Photo by Megan Olson Makes 12 Author Notes Bursting with strawberries and creamy greek yogurt, these Strawberry Greek Yogurt Muffins make a delicious low fat snack for just 95 calories. —Megan Olson Ingredients 2 cups GF Oat Flour 1 cup nonfat greek yogurt 2 egg whites 1/2 cup baking stevia 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

Photo by Justina Prep time 5 minutes Cook time 10 minutes Serves 2 Author Notes Ready in minutes, gluten-free/Paleo/vegetarian, high in nutrients and both low in fat AND calories, this is THE perfect low-fat salad! —Justina Ingredients 1 sweet potatoes, peeled, rinsed and thinly sliced 1 handful fresh rocket 1 handful cherry tomatoes, halved 1

Preheat the oven to 400°. On a baking sheet, brush the cut sides of the squash with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the squash, cut sides down, for 35 to 40 minutes, until very tender. Meanwhile, in a deep skillet heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of the

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9-by-13-inch (or similar-size) baking dish with cooking spray. Place potatoes in a large pot, add water to cover and bring to a boil. Immediately drain and rinse with cold water; drain well. Return to the pot. Meanwhile, whisk milk and cornstarch in a large saucepan. Bring to

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each

Place beef in a large bowl and season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add flour and toss to coat. Shake off excess flour back into the bowl and reserve. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add about a third of the beef to the pan. Cook until brown

Photo by Megan Olson Makes 14 Author Notes A healthy, gluten free cookie made with oatmeal, brown rice and powdered peanut butter that’s low calorie and vegan. Turn the oven on because these Apple Peanut Butter Cookies With Flax & Chia are a delicious & nutritious sweet treat! —Megan Olson Ingredients 2 medium apples, cored

Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 250g lean pork fillet, trimmed of any visible fat and cut into chunks 3 celery sticks, chopped (160g) 160g butternut squash, peeled and cut into cubes 1 green pepper, deseeded and diced 100g button mushrooms, stalks pulled out, and large ones halved ½ tsp caraway seeds, plus a pinch for

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each

Photo by Megan Olson Serves 5 Author Notes Broccoli Cauliflower Chickpea Bowl with a rich and creamy Tahini Lemon Sauce! This simple roasted vegetable and chickpea bowl is gluten free, Vegan and low calorie. A super EASY and satisfying meal guaranteed to keep you full for hours. Great for lunch, dinner or snacking! —Megan Olson

Ingredients 1 red onion, halved and sliced 2 garlic cloves, sliced 1 large yellow pepper, quartered, deseeded and diced 1 tsp ground cumin 2-3 tsp chipotle chilli paste 300ml reduced-salt chicken stock 400g can cherry tomatoes 400g can black beans or red kidney beans, drained 1 avocado, stoned, peeled and chopped juice ½ lime For

Photo by Megan Olson Serves 2 Author Notes Toasted Skillet Popped Lentils seasoned with parsley and cayenne pepper. These nutty lentils make a delicious, low calorie under 20 minute meal. If you love popcorn you will love these! —Megan Olson Ingredients 1 1/2 cups dry lentils 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup dried

Ingredients 6 large garlic cloves 1 ¼ pounds large (16-20 count) peeled and deveined raw shrimp 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided ⅓ cup dry white wine 1 teaspoon lemon zest plus 2 Tbsp. fresh juice (from 1 medium lemon) 3 tablespoons

These tilapia recipes are healthy, delicious and easy to make. Whether you use fresh or frozen fillets, these tilapia recipes are on the table in just 30 minutes or less. Recipes like Baked Tilapia Curry and Chili-Rubbed Tilapia with Asparagus & Lemon are tasty, quick and can be paired with whole grains for a balanced

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Serves 2 Author Notes A healthy way to get crispy chicken fillets without frying. I baked it on top of some cubed squash so it doesn’t get soggy on the bottom and it stays dry and crisp on both sides. Low in calories and great for those who are concern over fried food without sacrificing

Thyme, Lime, And Lavender Crisp Recipe Another of Christine Dionese’s elegant, low cal creations, this bright beverage uses St. Germain, a very smart mixer with just 80 calories per ounces and just 18 percent sugar by volume. Read more about the Best Alcoholic Drinks for Your Diet. 6 sprigs lavender (3 for garnish) 6 sprigs

These healthy banana muffins are ultra easy to make, ultra healthy, and no one will believe they are gluten-free! Under 60 calories per muffin, They are soft, moist, and packed with banana flavor. Also, low-sugar and dairy-free! It’s official; I’m on a mini muffin craze. These healthy gluten-free banana muffins are contributing to this obsession.

Home Recipes Easy kedgeree Ingredients 2 tbsp curry powder of your choice (we used madras) 300g basmati rice 600ml chicken stock 400g skinless smoked haddock 100g frozen peas Method STEP 1 Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Heat an ovenproof saucepan or flameproof casserole over a medium heat and toast the curry powder for

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each

In a blender or food processor, combine cauliflower, 2/3 cup broth, garlic powder and pepper. Cover and blend until smooth. Transfer to a small saucepan. Bring just to boiling over medium heat. Whisk in cream cheese and enough of the remaining broth to reach desired consistency; heat through. To serve, top soup with yogurt, bacon

Serves 2 Author Notes pizza may just be the perfect food for reasons beyond its deliciousness. if done well, pizza can be very nutritious: a base of grains {the crust}, with a little dairy {cheese}, vegetables {tomatoes + whatever other veggies added}, and perhaps a little meat. it’s well-balanced and healthful. i bought some fresh

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each

Ingredients 8 small napa or Savoy cabbage leaves or 4 large, cut in half crosswise 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces ¼ teaspoon salt 5 tablespoons prepared peanut sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 ½ teaspoons lime zest 1 cup julienned Asian pear 1 cup

What is paella? This rice dish originates from Valencia, Spain and the name refers to the ‘paellera’ – the large, shallow frying pan – in which it is traditionally cooked. In Spain, it’s often cooked outdoors and eaten straight from the pan. Although it usually includes various combinations of seafood and chicken, you can also

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each

Method STEP 1 Heat 1 tsp oil in a frying pan and add the spring onions and courgette. Cook, stirring frequently, to soften the courgette and drive off any excess moisture. Tip the veg into a bowl and wash the pan. STEP 2 Beat an egg with 1 tbsp water, half the herbs and some

Combine brown sugar, orange juice, butter, salt and pepper in a large nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat until the sugar and butter are melted and starting to bubble. Stir in beets and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated and the beets are coated with glaze, 6 to 8 minutes. Serve hot or

Photo by Megan Olson Serves 1 Author Notes Start your day with a thick and creamy Chocolate Almond Joy Smoothie more like desire than breakfast. This gluten free, low calorie smoothie is what dreams are made of! —Megan Olson Ingredients 1/4 cup Gluten Free oats 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/2 tablespoon cocoa powder 2

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