Irish Milkshake

March 25, 2008

This is so good, very refreshing on a hot summer day by the pool.

1/2 cup skim milk

1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt

2 tsp. sugar

1 tsp. instant coffee

1 tsp. irish whiskey

Blend all ingredients in blender for about 30 seconds.

Guacamole

This is one of our favorites. This is such a yummy recipe.

1 1/4 lb. avocado, peeled and cut into chunks

1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, cut in to eights

1/2 cup chopped green pepper

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup plain yougurt

1 tbs.lemon juice

1/2 tsp.chili powder

1/8 tsp. salt

Blend all ingredients in food processor until well blended. Chill before serving.

Trying to reduce Fat and Cholesterol

March 24, 2008

Use skim or low-fat milk and cheese made from skim or low-fat milk
Cut back on the amount of fat you use in cooking
Use water-packed tuna instead of oil-packed
Choose lean cuts of meat
Trim visible fat from meat
Roast, bake, broil, or simmer meats and drain fat after cooking. Don’t fry
Remove the skin of cooked poultry
Use smaller amounts of meat and stretch it by serving in casseroles with grains and vegetables
In a dip or sandwich filling, replace all or part of the mayonnaise with yogurt
Serve Canadian bacon instead of regular bacon
Use vegetable or peanut oils instead of solid shortening and use margarine instead of butter or lard
Try substituting egg whites in recipes calling for whole eggs

HOT CHOCOLATE MIX

March 20, 2008

Great to make ahead and keep for the kids or when company drops by. This is a easy hot chocolate recipe that will be a hit.

1 box of powdered milk (8 quart)
2 c. powdered sugar
1 (16 oz.) jar non dairy creamer
1 (16 oz.) can instant chocolate drink mix

Combine all ingredients. Mix well. Store in airtight container. Use up in 6 months. 1 serving: add 3 tablespoons of mix to 1 cup hot water. Stir to dissolv

My Favorite Blueberry Muffins

March 17, 2008

Blueberry muffins a favorite recipe of everyone, this is going to be requested over and over.

2 cups sifted flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 cup sugar
1 egg beaten
3/4 cup milk
3 T. melted margarine
1 cup fresh blueberries

Sift flour,baking powder,salt and sugar together. Add the eggs,milk and margarine. fold in blueberries. Fill greased muffin pans 2/3 full. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

Energy Expenditure Chart

March 14, 2008

Exercise….. These are some great tips on how many calories you lose while doing everyday activities. These sources are based on 150 pound person.

Activity Calories used per hour

Lying down or sleeping 80

Sitting 100

Domestic work 180

Gardening 220

Walking 3 3/4 mph 300

Bicycling 10 mph 660

Running 10 mph 900

Weight loss is some thing we have to work really hard at. Here is a great site for more help.

http://cookinguprecipes.com/health-diet/

Toll Free Health Numbers

March 13, 2008

Some great information about phone numbers that are hard to fine.

Alzheimer’s Association

800-272-3900

Answers 24/7 counselors provide information and help people plan for diagnosing this medical condition.

American Cancer Society

800-227-2345

Call center will answer your questions regarding any type of cancer. They will also provide information on your need for transportation to chemotherapy and help find wigs and other accessories.

Medicare Part -D

800-633-4227

Answers 24/7 you will hear detailed information on enrollment, coverage, and financial assistance.

American Diabetes Association

800-342-2383

General information on research for both types of diabetes.

Waldorf Salad

March 12, 2008

Have 3/4 cup of this great Waldorf salad  and only 200 calories. Easy to make and it will surely be a favorite.

2 small apples, cored and chopped (1 1/3  cups)

2 small pears cored and chopped (1 1/2 cups)

1 small banana

1/2 avocado

1/2 sup chopped celery about 2 medium stalks

1/4 cup raisins

12 walnut halves chopped

1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1 tbs. mayonnaise

1 tsp. lemon juice

Combine all ingredients and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours and enjoy.

Calories    200

Carbohydrates   29 grams

Cholesterol         3 milligrams

Sodium               45 milligrams

Calories from fat       41

Appetizer Meatballs

March 11, 2008

Prepare ahead for a quick treat. This meatball recipe is going to be requested again and again.

I egg, slightly beaten
1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 Ib. lean ground meat

Combine ingredients and shape into 1-inch balls. Place on rack in a 12″ x 7-1/2″ baking dish. Cover with a paper towel. Raise oven shelf. Cook on HIGH 4 to 7 minutes. BROWN 6 to 7 minutes. Makes about 25 meatballs.

Coco-Banana Shake

March 9, 2008

Low calorie shake. This a great coco banana shake that is so yummy. Only 190 calories per serving.

1/2 cup skim milk

1/2 cup plain low-fat yougurt

1/2 small ripe banana mashed

1 tsp. sugar

1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

1/2 tsp. coconut extract

1 ice cube

Blend all ingredients at low speed about 30 seconds. Enjoy

Calories 190

Protein 11 grams

Fat 2 grams

Carbohydrates 32 grams some great helpful hints found here.

http://cookinguprecipes.com/health-diet/

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