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Quick Beef Tacos
By littlejordan
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 cups jarred salsa
- Kosher salt
- 8 taco shells
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
Sausage, Spinach, and Provolone Pizza
By littlejordan
Heat the oven to 425*F. Sprinkle a rimmed baking sheet with the cornmeal
- Cornmeal for the pan
- 1 lb pizza dough, thawed if frozen
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 links Italian sausage, casings removed (about 3/4 lb)
- 1 small bunch spinach, thick stems removed (about 3 cups)
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/3 lb thinly sliced provolone
Cashew-Strawberry Crunch
By littlejordan
Health Bonus: Nut butters are full of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats
- 1 tbsp cashew butter (or other peanut butter)
- 1 slice Ryvita Fruit Crunch (or Triscuits)
- 1/2 tbsp honey
- Sliced strawberries
Dried Fruit and Nuts
By littlejordan
Pineapple and nuts are both good sources of antioxidants
- 1/4 cup dried fruit
- 25 nuts
Cottage Cheese and Apples
By littlejordan
Health Bonus: Provides protein, calcium, and fiber
- 1 Fuji or Granny Smith apple
- 1/2 cup low-fat Cottage Cheese
Cheese Melt
By littlejordan
Health Bonus: Rich in calcium
- 1/2 tsp spicy mustard
- 1 cocktail-sized piece of rye bread
- 1 square sharp cheddar
- 1 slice tomato
- Caraway seeds for sprinkling
Parmesan Pita Crisps
By littlejordan
Health Bonus: Good balance of protein, fat, and fiber
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- 1 4-inch whole wheat pita
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
Fresh Vegetables with Low Fat Dressing
By littlejordan
Health Bonus: Fiber-rich and very low-calorie
- 1 Carrot
- 1 Cucumber
- Low Fat Dressing
Chicken a la King
By littlejordan
Bake the pastry shells according to package directions
- 8 puff pastry shells, such as Pepperidge Farm
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- 4 ribs celery with leafy tops, chopped
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- Half of a red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- One 32-ounce container (4 cups) chicken broth
- 2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 small bunch (about 10 ounces) asparagus, trimmed and cut on a diagonal into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
Chocolate Pudding Parfaits
By littlejordan
In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate and cocoa powder and set aside
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 to 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 3 cups half-and-half
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg plus 2 egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
- 8 Oreo cookies, chopped