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Rewarding for you and us Defeat Diabetes Foundation Defeat Diabetes
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Healthy and Tasty Recipes - Good for Diabetics!
May 2008 May is the month for Mother's Day, graduations and most of the time the flowers are blooming and the weather is wonderful. Who wants to spend extra time in the kitchen cooking? Here are recipes with a maximum of six ingredients to make one part of your life easier.
London Broil with Fresh Mushroom Salsa Sauce
Peanut Butter Pork Skewers Ranch Chicken Rainbow Pizza Stuffed Potatoes 2 Summer Squash Casserole - Two Variations London Broil with Fresh Mushroom Salsa Sauce
Source: Meals Matter
meals.com This dish is delicous with a green salad and crusty bread.
Ingredients
Preparation Preheat broiler. Season steak with salt and pepper to taste. Place on a broiler rack; broil about 4 inches from heat until desired doneness is reached, about 4 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion; sauté until lightly browned and liquid evaporates, about 6 minutes. Stir in salsa, cook, mixing gently, until salsa is hot, about 15 seconds. Carve steak diagonally across the grain in thin slices and serve with Fresh Mushroom Salsa Sauce.
Nutrient Information
These skewers are a healthy alternative to burgers at your next barbecue, and the combination of pork and peanuts is irresistible!
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| 1 | Unseasoned pork tenderloin (about 1 lb) |
| 3/4 cup | Miso-sesame dressing |
| 1/3 cup | Smooth peanut butter |
| 1/2 tsp | Hot pepper sauce (or to taste) |
| 1 | Small red pepper, thinly sliced |
| 3 | Scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced |
| 20 | Bamboo skewers |
1. Cut pork tenderloin in half crosswise. Slice each half lengthwise into 1/4-inch think pieces. Lay each piece flat on cutting surface; cut in half lengthwise; the slices should be about 5x1x1/4 inch . Place pork in medium-size bowl; add 1/4 cup of miso dressing and let stand 30 minutes or cover and refrigerate for several hours. While pork marinates, soak bamboo skewers in cold water. Thread skewers with pork strips.
2. Stir together remaing sesame dressing, peanut butter and hot pepper sauce. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
3. Heat grill to medium heat or heat broiler. Cook 2 minutes per side or until done and slightly crisped on edges. Toss pepper and scallions together; place on platter. Top with pork skewers and sate sauce.
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Calories |
73 |
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Total Fat |
4 g |
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Saturated Fat |
1 g |
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Carbohydrates |
4 g |
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Protein |
6 g |
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Sodium |
126 mg |
Easy, low fat, yummy way to prepare chicken! Best grilled.
| 4 | Boneless, skinless chicken breasts |
| 1 cup | Plain non-fat yogurt |
| 1/4 cup | Skim milk |
| 1/2 package | Hidden Valley Ranch Ranch Dressing Mix |
Combine yogurt, milk and ranch mix, mix well. Put chicken in plastic sealable bag, pour yogurt mixture over it. Seal and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
Grill over medium flame 20 minutes, or until done, turning once.
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Calories |
308 |
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Total Fat |
3 g |
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Saturated Fat |
1 g |
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Polyunsaturated Fat |
1 g |
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Carbohydrates |
7 g |
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Protein |
59 g |
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Vitamin A |
21 RE |
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Vitamin C |
3 mg |
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Calcium |
165 mg |
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Sodium |
458 mg |
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Iron |
2 mg |
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Fiber |
0 g |
Top english muffins with veggies and cheese for a healthy and colorful pizza!
| 3 | English muffins, split (6 halves) |
| 1/2 cup | Pizza or pasta sauce |
| Pizza toppings (choose any 3): | |
| Grated carrots | |
| Sliced mushrooms | |
| Chopped broccoli | |
| Pineapple chunks | |
| Chopped green or red pepper | |
| Sliced zucchini | |
| 1/2 cup | Mozzarella cheese, grated |
1. Spread about one tablespoon sauce on each muffin half.
2. Arrange your favorite toppings on the "crust" in a single layer. Use at least three colors.
3. Sprinkle one tablespoon cheese on each pizza.
4. Place pizzas on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
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Calories |
106 |
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Total Fat |
3g |
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Saturated Fat |
1g |
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Carbohydrates |
16g |
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Protein |
6g |
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Calcium |
116 mg |
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Sodium |
248mg |
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Fiber |
3g |
It can be difficult to coax your loved ones into eating five servings a day of vegetables (as nutritionists recommend). That's why this recipe cleverly incorporates broccoli into a baked potato. Broccoli is an excellent source of fiber and cancer-fighting antioxidants. Potatoes are a universally loved vegetable loaded with vitamins C and B-6, potassium and fiber. And, best of all, this recipe is low in fat. You can make the stuffed potatoes ahead and reheat them when everyone is ready to eat.
| 3 | Large baking potatoes |
| 2 | Large stalks broccoli |
| 1/2 teaspoon | Salt |
| 1 tablespoon | Extra-virgin olive oil |
| 1-2 tablespoons | Lowfat milk |
| 2 tablespoons | Grated Parmesan cheese |
1. Scrub the potatoes and make shallow cuts around their middles to make it easier to cut them in half after baking. Bake the potatoes at 400 degrees until soft, about 1 hour, depending on the size of the potatoes.
2. Meanwhile, cut the ends from the stalks of broccoli and peel some of the outer skin off to make the stems more edible. Steam the broccoli until crunchy-tender and bright green. Drain and chop fine.
3. Cut potatoes in half and scoop out the insides into a bowl. Add the salt, olive oil and just enough milk to allow you to mash the potatoes into a smooth paste. Add the Parmesan cheese and the chopped broccoli and mix well.
4. Pile the mixture back into the potato shells, arrange on a baking dish and heat them to desired temperature.
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Calories |
156 |
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Total Fat |
3g |
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Saturated Fat |
<1g |
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Carbohydrates |
29g |
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Protein |
5g |
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Vitamin C |
68mg |
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Calcium |
67mg |
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Sodium |
251mg |
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Fiber |
3g |
| FIRST RECIPE:* | |
| 1.5 pounds | Yellow and green summer squash, sliced |
| 1/4 cup | Chopped onion |
| 1/4 cup | Butter |
| 3 | Eggs, beaten |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 1/2 cup | Grated Parmesan |
| Simmer the squash and onion until soft (10 minutes or so) then drain. Cut the butter up and mix it with the squash, then add the milk and Parmesan and stir, then stir in the beaten eggs. Pour this into a casserole dish and bake at 350 for 40 minutes. | |
| SECOND RECIPE: | |
| 1 pound | Summer squash |
| 1/4 cup | Butter |
| 1/2 cup | Chopped onion |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 cup | Mayonnaise |
| Salt and pepper to taste | |
| 1/2 cup | Shredded Cheddar cheese |
| 1/2 cup | Bread crumbs |
You don't need to peel the squash. Just slice them thinly and then steam or simmer in some water until soft.
Mix together the egg, onion, mayonnaise, cheese, salt and pepper. Add the squash and a few Tbs of butter and mix together. Pour into a small casserole dish, top with the breadcrumbs, and dot the rest of the butter.
Bake at 350ºF for 30 to 40 minutes.
*Recipe analysis based on first recipe.
| Calories | 180 |
| Total Fat | 13 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 7 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Vitamin A | 600 IU |
| Vitamin C | 17 mg |
| Calcium | 133 mg |
| Sodium | 235 mg |
| Iron | 0.9 mg |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |

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