Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken If you’re anything like the majority of people, you probably like broccoli and cheese soup. In fact, that’s likely what brought you to this recipe. Because the delicious and creamy broccoli and cheese soup is creamy – it’s difficult to recreate a healthy version that tastes the same. So instead of … Continue reading “Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken”
Cheeseburger Stew If you’ve ever had a cheeseburger soup, I know why you’re reading this. So yummy! I made adaptations to cut down the fat: lean ground meat, low-fat cheese, and skipped potatoes, cream and flour. Coming home to a crockpot of “Cheeseburger Stew” just plain doesn’t get old! If you’ve had weight-loss surgery, … Continue reading “Cheeseburger Stew”
Shrimp Jalapeno Poppers Yes………..I did just post a Superbowl Appetizer featuring turkey bacon. I am not embarrassed. Repeating to self “I am not embarrassed.” This recipe I cannot take credit for. Oh no. This belongs to one Kevin Wagner- lover of jalapeños. He dreamed up this recipe back in the fall for a picnic dinner … Continue reading “Shrimp Jalapeno Poppers”
Crustless Pumpkin Cheesecake It’s not everyday I post a dessert recipe. Oh, you noticed?? Well this time of year! It’s always a good idea to have a smarter alternative to the real deal. And I LOVE pumpkin. (Ahem, pumpkin dip? Pumpkin chili? Yep.) I actually served this in wine glasses for a fun treat, … Continue reading “Crustless Pumpkin Cheesecake”
Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole The first installment of the Holiday “Recipe Reduction” series! This casserole dish cuts calories by using reduced fat mayo, cream of mushroom, and 2% cheeses. Oh…AND it doesn’t have any rice! The alternative option to a traditional broccoli and rice casserole. I made this along side a baked chicken breast … Continue reading “Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole”
20 Minute Taco Chili Yes, chili week was over a couple weeks ago. But that doesn’t mean I’ll stop eating it! This is one of the fastest and most flavorful chili recipes EVER…wellllll at least that I’ve made thus far. Challenges welcomed. Perfect scenario for this meal: it’s a rainy/dreary/overcast kind of day and … Continue reading “20 Minute Taco Chili”
Pumpkin Chili Bariatric Friendly recipe using pumpkin pie spice for extra Fall flavors in your chili Bariatric Surgery patients can never have too many chili recipes. It’s such a wonderful way to get good protein in but while enjoying so many flavor profiles! This chili is yet another big flavor change bringing in the … Continue reading “Pumpkin Chili”
Easy 5 Ingredient Chili Bariatric Surgery patients can never have too many chili recipes. It’s such a wonderful way to get good protein in but while enjoying so many flavor profiles! This chili is yet another flavorful meal full of protein. It’s also very easy utilizing the flavors already combined in a chunky salsa! … Continue reading “Easy 5 Ingredient Chili”
