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Chicken Broccoli Crêpes
By amybites
1) Prepare crêpes; set aside
- 12 crêpes, recipe follows
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth or water
- 1 cup 1% or skim milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded gruyere or Swiss cheese
- Splash of white wine, optional
- 4 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups finely diced cooked chicken breast
- 10 ounces finely chopped fresh or frozen broccoli, cooked and drained
- FOR THE CREPES
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups 1% or skim milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray
Chocolate Soufflés for Two
By amybites
This Chocolate Soufflés for Two is an airy-gourmet dessert that is both decadent and delicious
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Pinch salt
- Pinch cream of tartar
- Powdered sugar, for garnish
- Baking spray
Good Morning Sunshine Bars
By amybites
Prepare a 9x13" pan with parchment
- 6 cups Rice Chex or corn chex
- 1 1/4 cups salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1 1/2 teapsoon salt
- 6 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
Polenta Hearts and Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce
By amybites
For the polenta: Prepare a baking sheet by placing a sheet of parchment paper or a silicone mat on it
- 1/2 cup instant polenta
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup organic canned tomato sauce
- Pinch sugar, to taste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 eggs, poached (or fried)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken
By amybites
1) Place chicken in slow cooker and lightly season both sides with salt and pepper
- FOR SERVING:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup agave syrup or honey*
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce (natural, no salt added)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/3 cup water
- 1-2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 1 cup quinoa or rice (optional)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (optional)
Garlic Rosemary Focaccia
By amybites
Makes 2 loaves, about 12 slices per loaf Place the dough ingredients (water through yeast) in the pan according to...
- 1 1/8 cups water
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 1/4 cups bread flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced, or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 1/2 teaspoons bread machine yeast
- Cornmeal or coarse semolina, for sprinkling
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, for brushing
- 6 large cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tablespoons dried rosemary
- 1/4 cup freshly grated asiago or parmesan cheese
Spiced Sweet Potato Oven Fries with Chipotle-Garlic Dipping Sauce
By amybites
1) Preheat oven to 350º. Coat two baking sheets with cooking spray or cover with parchment paper
- FOR THE FRIES
- 1.5 to 2 lbs. sweet potatoes, partially or totally peeled
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- pinch red pepper flakes
- FOR THE SAUCE
- 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 3 Tablespoons light sour cream
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil mayonnaise or reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
- 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon agave nectar or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Ramen Noodle Stir Fry
By amybites
Heat ½ teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins, cut in bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil, divided
- 1 cup (1-inch) sliced green onions
- 8 ounces sliced baby bella mushrooms, optional
- 3 cups prepackaged coleslaw
- 2 (2.8-ounce) packages chicken-flavor ramen noodle soup
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
Curried Lentils, Sweet Potatoes, and Chicken
By amybites
In a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine the lentils, sweet potatoes, onion, garlic, curry powder, ginger, and salt
- 1 1/4 cups brown or red lentils
- 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and diced in 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 teaspoons curry powder
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 to 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- For serving: plain greek yogurt, cilantro, naan bread
Broccoli Chowder with Corn and Bacon
By amybites
264 calories, 6.1g fat, 2
- 4 slices bacon (4 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cans (14.5 oz. each) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 head broccoli (about 1 pound), cut into bite-sized florets, stalks peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups fresh (from about 3 ears) or frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper