Cooking up Recipes

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

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.

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/

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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.

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 yougurt

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

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.

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/

This low calorie drink is so low calorie and great tasting. This would be a great picker upper in the afternoon for a quick light snack to help you last till dinner

1 1/2 cups orange juice

1/2 cup fresh raspberries

1 tsp. sugar

1 egg white

1 cup crushed ice

In a blender at high speed, blend orange juice, raspberries, sugar and egg whites about 30 seconds. gradually add ice. Blend until thick and frothy.

Calories 55

Protein 2 grams

Cholesterol o

Carbohydrates 13 grams

Calories from fat 0

This bread recipe is exceptionally moist. Very low calorie.

1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup canola oil
1 large egg
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/ cup oat bran
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp. salt
1 cup grated zucchini
1 cup shredded carrots
2 tsp. grated orange peel
1/4 cup walnuts (chopped)

Ina large bowl, whisk together honey, oil, egg, and vanilla. In another bowl add flours, oat bran, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Mix well, then add dry ingredients to honey mixture, then add zucchini, carrots, and orange peel. Blend well then add walnuts. Spoon into loaf pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray, bake at 350 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

Per 1/2 inch slice

Calories 125
Fat 5 grams
Cholesterol 17 milligrams
Sodium  55 milligrams

This is a great recipe to make on one of those days when you don’t want to spend all day in the kitchen. Creamy cheese taste that is sure to be requested again. Easy cooking recipe.

1(9in.) pie shell unbaked                                        2 eggs

1/2 lb ground beef                                                   1 T. cornstarch

1/2 cup mayonnaise                                                1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese

1/2 cup milk                                                              1/3 cup onions(chopped)

Brown and drain hamburger. Combine all ingredients. Pour into pie shell.

Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.