Healthy Sandwich Recipes: 2013-10-13

Saturday, October 19, 2013

What are some healthy but tasty sandwhiches I could have for lunch at school?

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italiangir

Since I will be taking these to school I need something that doesn't need to be served hot. It would be great if the recipe was very healthy. Please include the recipe not just a suggestion. That would be great!!!!
These are all great answers!!! ill try them all. who can't get sick of a sandwhich????? i really like the idea of toasted bread. and i love tuna. mayb ill combine them all

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Chicken salad sandwich

Sliced chicken by itself can be pretty plain, but chopped up into a salad tastes simply scrumptious. We always used cooked chicken leftover from yesterdays meal, which has been chopped in the blender. To the chopped chicken, add a little mayonnaise, some minced dill pickle, minced celery, chopped walnuts and a smidgeon of Dijon mustard. We serve up this winner on either whole wheat hoagie rolls or in a whole wheat wrap for a sandwich that's both healthy as it is tasty.

Ham and Potato sandwich

This crazy concoction has been a children's favorite for decades, at least at my elementary school! To make this silly sandwich, place a couple of thin slices of turkey ham on wheat bread, add a thin slice of American or cheddar cheese and a dollop of mayonnaise. Where does the potato come in? Include a container of five single potato chips which the children can add to their sandwich during lunch. The salty crunch of the chips against the sweetness of the ham is so tasty, they won't want to be trading this sandwich.

Peanut butter and jelly

Organic and natural peanut butters are high in nutrition and pack a lot of protein in a single serving. Since a peanut butter sandwich a la carte can be a little tough to eat , we always match it up with Mom's homemade low-sugar blackberry or strawberry jam for a sandwich that has the kids asking for extras.

Tuna Salad

Tuna salad gets a bad rap, but it's both low in calories and high in protein. The best tuna salad sandwich is a combination of low cal mayonnaise, minced celery, sweet pickle relish, a dash of sugar, and water packed tuna. To add some greens to your child's sandwich, stir in 1/2 of cup of chopped, fresh spinach.

Green eggs and hamwiches
Egg salad sandwiches were mainstay picnic fare when I was a kid, but aren't quite as popular as they once were. It's a shame too, because egg salad really is a healthy, low calorie, low cost sandwich ingredient.

To trick my kids into eating egg salad sandwiches, I turned them into Green Egg and Hamwiches. To make this silly recipe, use any basic egg salad recipe, but add a tablespoon of minced ham and a drop of green food coloring. If you really want to be sneaky, this is a great time to add alfalfa sprouts! The sandwich looks crazy but is so weird looking that your children can't help but gobble it down

What is an extrememly fast way to lose weight?

shy_eyes_w

I'm 13 and I already keep a food journal, count calories (trying to stay between 1,000 and 1,500) and work out...a lot. I still need to know some exercises and foods that help you burn fat, though. I am basically living off of smoothies, salads, and sometimes a treat like an eggroll or something but basically mostly salads and smoothies. I'm starting to get tired of them so if anyone has any recipes (that dont include seafood) that are only 300 calories or under will you please post them? Also if anyone can tell me how to lose more weight faster or something I'm doing wrong..please help. Thanx in advance!

Answer
I would stop doing the smoothies as there are lots of calories in them; I know because my husband & I tried them for over six months and we did not lose very much weight. And we were still hungry afterwards. What really helped us was Weight Watchers and eating a variety of foods and of course exercise. You need to do aerobic exercise. Your body also needs to have energy (calories) to lose weight and I think you are actually giving yourself too few calories. I would try to up the calorie count a little bit, say to 2000.

Drink your milk with 1 or 2% fat, eat apples and berries (lots of fiber) have some lean meat (like broiled chicken or pork loin), eat oatmeal (not the little packs but the real stuff) for breakfast (my husband swears by it-and he lost lots of weight by having breakfast) have sandwiches with low cal bread and low fat meat or cheese with mustard for lunch and have veggies like brocolli and carrots (broiled or steamed) with your meat for dinner. Do not eat fried foods at all as they will set you back a bit. And lastly, drink your water - you do not talk about that at all and that is probably the most important thing about nutrition and being healthy. It will also keep you feeling fullish. One last thing, I would strongly recommend going to a doctor and a nutritionist to make sure about what you are doing and before you start to do any of these things recommended by anyone on this topic.

What are some healthy sandwich I can take for school?

Why is tuna the 'wonder fish'?

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Tuna has it all. That’s why it’s the Wonderfish! It’s officially America’s most popular fish. Tuna is rich in protein, low in saturated fat and calories and a natural source of omega-3s and vitamin D. Good for your heart. Good for your brain. Great for lunch, snacks or dinner. (Check out who agrees here and here).

Did you know…

Americans ate an average of 2.5 pounds of tuna fish per person in 2009.
83% of adults report making tuna fish sandwiches.
56% of adults report potato chips as their favorite side to eat with tuna and 47% report a fruit or vegetable.
Other ways adults who like tuna sandwiches also eat tuna include pasta or casserole dishes (40 percent) or salads (28 percent). Seventeen percent say they eat tuna right out of the can or pouch.
One of the most popular ways tuna lovers eat tuna is with a “crunch.” The most common additions to tuna, beyond mayo (73 percent), include onions (41 percent), lettuce (40 percent), celery (27 percent) or pickle (25 percent).
The most popular kind of canned and pouch tuna? Chunk, light tuna in water. Light tuna (in water and oil) accounts for 68% of annual domestic canned and pouch tuna consumption. Albacore, or white tuna, accounts for the rest.
People eat more tuna in the summertime – nearly 30 percent of tuna eating occasions are during the summer.
A two ounce serving of canned tuna in water contains about a quarter of your daily protein needs for less than 75 calories.
The American Heart Association says eat at least two servings of fish each week. But, only 10% of women meet this goal.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends pregnant and breastfeeding women eat up to 12 ounces – about 2-3 meals – each week of a variety of fish and shellfish, including tuna. As much as half (six ounces) of this fish each week can be albacore tuna.
The word tuna dates back only to 1880, and comes from the Spanish American derivation of the English counterpart, tunny. It’s derived from the Latin Thunnus.
A tuna fish can swim up to 55 miles per hour and is always in motion.
One hungry tuna eats up to ten percent of its body weight daily.
Bluefin tuna – the focus of vigorous conservation efforts – is not used in commercial canned and pouch tuna products. America’s tuna companies support the U.S. and global calls for a moratorium on fishing blue fin in the Mediterranean.
Skipjack tuna stocks, used to make light tuna, are among the healthiest and most carefully managed in the world.
The majority of Albacore stocks are generally healthy and well managed. However, albacore from the north Atlantic requires stronger management measures to return them to a healthier, more sustainable state. Only about 10% of commercial albacore tuna is sourced from these stocks and is done so in compliance with current conservation measures.
http://tunathewonderfish.com/facts/
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Tuna Lettuce Wraps

300 Calories
1.5g Saturated Fat
24g Protein
Ingredients

1 can (5 oz) drained or 1 pouch (2.5 oz) tuna
4 pieces of iceberg, bibb or romaine lettuce (about 4" x 6")
1/4 cup matchstick carrots
1/4 cup diced water chestnuts
1/4 cup chopped peanuts or cashews
Saifun bean threads, softened in hot water
Directions

Place lettuce leaves on plate. Top lettuce with carrots, water chestnuts, nuts and bean threads. Place 1/4 of the tuna on each lettuce leaf. Wrap tightly and eat. Serves 2.
Recipe courtesy of StarKist.
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Caesar Tuna Salad

150 Calories
2.5g Saturated Fat
9g Protein
Ingredients

2 cans (5 oz each) drained or 1 pouch (5 oz or 6.4 oz) tuna
8 cups romaine lettuce leaves, washed, torn, and chilled
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Croutons, to taste
1/2 cup Caesar salad dressing
Directions

In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, Parmesan cheese and tuna. Add Caesar dressing to taste; toss gently. Serve with extra cheese and croutons. Serves 8.
Recipe courtesy of StarKist.
http://tunathewonderfish.com/cookbook/recipe.php?id=46

Food and Christianity?

Colleen D

Hello, my name is Colleen, and I am a college student in Kansas City, KS. I am doing a project about the role of food in Christianity for my religion class. I was wondering if you all could answer a few of my questions.

1- Do you believe that food plays an important role in your religion?

2- Is fasting practiced in your denomination? What is the significance?

3- Do you have any restraints of food? If so, where do these originate from?

4- Do you have congregational activities that involve food? (example: pancake dinners)

5- What is your name, city, and denomination?
Thank you for answering my questions.
first name only, just for reference purposes.

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1. I would say food is often the means to an end, or it can lead to more friendly relations or can be used to help serve others. For example, if a family is adjusting to having a new baby in the house, or someone is severely ill, the Relief Society will often ask volunteers to bring in meals (the women's group) for a short period of time. (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.)
2. We have Fast Sunday once a month. We are supposed to abstain from food and drink except as health constraints may limit it (for example, if someone is pregnant or else young children) for 24 hours and then donate the money we would have spent on 2 meals as a Fast Offering to help those who have severe financial needs, as part of a welfare system that makes sure no one goes hungry or homeless. Fasting helps you draw closer to God. It can also be used to concentrate faith towards the needs of someone who is ill, or undergoing an operation, or making a hard decision, etc.
3. Word of Wisdom Section 89 of the Doctrine and Covenants explains that we should abstain from strong tea and hot drinks (coffee, or related drinks), alcohol, tobacco, and the like. We should be emphasizing herbs, the fruit of the field (vegetables also), grains (as opposed to flour), and eat meat sparingly. Most of us could probably work on that. My sister-in-law won't eat bacon because of something she read about parasites, but I will eat it, if well-cooked, since I love bacon and tomato sandwiches. The Word of Wisdom was revealed to Joseph Smith because his wife Emma, kept complaining about how the men who visited their home would keep spitting tobacco juice on the floor, which apparently was a nuisance to clean up since it stains, and it couldn't have smelled very good either. Obviously we also stay away from illegal drugs as well. It took a while for the Word of Wisdom to become more than just a "word" and more of a commandment.
4. We Mormons are always having get-togethers with food. The singles wards (for those who aren't married and go) are always having a potluck dinner after Fast Sunday, say 6 pm Sunday. At least it is a common practice. There might be Daddy-Daughter dinners, or dinners with the Relief Society (the women age 18 and up) or for Christmas, etc. We used to have a running joke that it wasn't really a Mormon activity unless you had a green Jell-O salad, especially with grated carrots. Personally I like green Jell-O salad with walnuts, whipped cream, marshmallows and crushed pineapple. Punch and cookies used to be the stand-by for other events, but they've been moving toward healthier finger foods lately at dances. I think the Boy Scouts have a breakfast or dinner activities on occasions, and the young men and young women might have an etiquette dinner every year to practice for more formal occasions. Now I have also seen Mormon quinceaneras with girls who turn 15 and 16 from Latino ancestry, and those are fun, too, in the Spanish wards. Sometimes we just have cooking and recipe sharing activities as well. We have also been told by several prophets and leaders for about the last 30 years to work on food storage in case of emergency, so most families try to do that as well.
5. First name: Crystie (we aren't supposed to give out our whole name here on ask.yahoo), City: Sandy, Utah, Denomination: member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, or LDS, or Mormon.

Healthy sandwich?Any recipes, ideas out there?

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Skitams

I'm going to the grocery later to buy wheat bread, I've been always making tuna melt sandwich and im kinda tired of it. Do you know any other EASY and and low in carb sandwich recipes? Thanks

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SUGGESTIONS FOR SANDWICH FILLINGS:
Cheese & pickles.
Smoked turkey breast with Swiss cheese and mayonnaise on a whole wheat bread.
Sliced boiled eggs with sliced tomatoes. Good with chili sauce.
Roast beef with hot cheddar cheese.
Turkey, yogurt sauce, & salad.
Peanut butter, Miracle Whip, & sliced bananas.
Onion & tomato. Sprinkle with salt.
Garlic & tomato. Sprinkle with salt.
Onion, tomato, garlic, & green pepper. Sprinkle with salt.
Chicken, bacon, & mayo on toasted whole grain bread.
Egg salad, sprouts, & shredded carrots.
Turkey, mayo, whole cranberry sauce, chopped walnuts, &/or chopped purple
grapes on whole grain bread.
Pita bread stuffed with your favorite ingredients.
Egg, pickle, & mayo.
Beef & mustard on rye.
Camembert, sweet chili sauce, & romaine leaves. Spice it up with ground pepper.
Roasted veggies on whole wheat.
Hardboiled eggs & bacon with tomato chutney.
Salmon, cream cheese & capers.
Turkey, salad, & basil.
Tuna, mayo & sprouts.
Mozzarella, lettuce, red onion, & hot chili oil.
Blue cheese & figs.
Grilled Mozzarella & roasted red pepper.
Sliced cucumbers, alfalfa sprouts. mayo, tomatoes & lettuce in a Pita Pocket.
Smoked turkey, alfalfa sprouts, cranberry sauce, & mayo on whole grain bread.
Tuna fish sandwich, one of the flavored Miracle Whips, tomato, & lettuce on a
Kaiser roll, & a pickle on the side.
Shredded chicken, mayo, shredded cheddar cheese, spice it up with your favorite
seasonings & put it on a bun. Wrap in foil & heat in oven about 10 min.
Sliced chicken, mayo, pine nuts, grilled peppers, Parmesan & spinach.

What are some good, easy sandwich recipes, for vegetarians?

Cquel

If there are any good vegetarian sandwich recipes out there, that are not peanut butter and jelly, you know... :D

Answer
Vegetarian Sandwich

Ingredients:

1 small zucchini
1 yellow bell pepper
4 to 5 large fresh mushrooms, sliced
Cooking spray
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Dried, sweet basil leaves, flavor to taste
2 tablespoons light, garden vegetable cream cheese
4 slices bread, toasted
1 medium tomato, 1/4-inch thick slices
Spinach leaves (optional)

Preparation:

Cut zucchini lengthwise into 4 (1/4-inch thick) slices. Cut pepper in fourths; remove seeds. Coat both sides of zucchini, pepper and mushrooms with cooking spray.

Place zucchini and peppers on grill rack or broiler pan coated with cooking spray; broil for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until tender. Add mushrooms and broil for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from grill; sprinkle with salt, pepper and sweet basil leaves.

Spread cream cheese on toast. Layer zucchini, peppers, mushrooms and tomato on two slices of toast; add spinach, if desired. Top with remaining toast slices. Cut each sandwich in half.

Nutrition
Approximate nutrition analysis per serving (one serving = one sandwich): 232 calories, 6g fat, 2g saturated fat, 9mg cholesterol, 638mg sodium, 39g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, 9g protein, 58mcg folate

Serves
Makes approximately 2 servings.
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Healthy Veggie Sandwich

Yield: 2 Sandwiches

Ingredients:

2 tb Mayonnaise; reduced-calorie
4 sl Multigrain bread
1/2 Avocado; peeled
1/2 ts Lemon juice
2 ts Parsley; chopped
2 sl Monterey Jack or Cheddar . cheese
1 Red bell pepper; roasted . other recipe
4 sl Cucumber; peeled & sliced . lengthwise
2 sl Tomato
1/4 c Alfalfa sprouts

Instructions:

Salt & pepper to taste Spread mayonnaise on 1 side of each bread slice. Set the top 2 slices aside. Mash the avocado with the lemon juice. Spread on 2 slices of bread. Sprinkle with parsley. Next top with cheese slices. Lay half of the roasted pepper on the cheese. Cover with cucumber and tomato slices. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top each with sprouts cover with the top slices of bread. Cut in half; wrap them up. Nutritional Information: per sandwich: 384 calories 21g fat : 25 mg cholesterol
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California Grilled Veggie Sandwich

"I came up with this recipe to entertain friends. Since I am a semi-vegetarian and love to BBQ, I am always inventing something new. The first time I made this, my meat-lover friends raved about this dish! I prefer mesquite coals over gas barbeques...however, either works fine."

Original recipe yield: 4 servings.
Prep Time:30 MinutesCook Time:20 MinutesReady In:50 MinutesServings:4

INGREDIENTS:

1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 cup olive oil
1 cup sliced red bell peppers
1 small zucchini, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
1 small yellow squash, sliced
2 (4-x6-inch) focaccia bread pieces, split horizontally
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

DIRECTIONS:

In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Set aside in the refrigerator.
Preheat the grill for high heat.
Brush vegetables with olive oil on each side. Brush grate with oil. Place bell peppers and zucchini closest to the middle of the grill, and set onion and squash pieces around them. Cook for about 3 minutes, turn, and cook for another 3 minutes. The peppers may take a bit longer. Remove from grill, and set aside.
Spread some of the mayonnaise mixture on the cut sides of the bread, and sprinkle each one with feta cheese. Place on the grill cheese side up, and cover with lid for 2 to 3 minutes. This will warm the bread, and slightly melt the cheese. Watch carefully so the bottoms don't burn. Remove from grill, and layer the with vegetables. Enjoy as open faced grilled sandwiches.
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The Best Veggie Sandwich

"A local restaurant used to serve a version of this sandwich but when they discontinued it, I experimented and made it better with the addition of dry roasted sesame seeds and using English Muffins instead of whole wheat bread. Garnish each with a black olive, if desired."

Prep Time:20 Minutes
Cook Time:5 Minutes
Ready In:25 Minutes
Servings:4

INGREDIENTS:

4 English muffins, split and toasted
1 avocado, mashed
1 cup alfalfa sprouts
1 small tomato, chopped
1 small sweet onion, chopped
4 tablespoons Ranch-style salad dressing
4 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 cup shredded smoked Cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to broil.
Place each muffin open-faced on a cookie sheet. Spread each half with mashed avocado; place halves close together. Distributing ingredients evenly, cover each half with sprouts, tomatoes, onion, dressing, sesame seeds and cheese.
Place under broiler for about 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Friday, October 18, 2013

What are some healthy cheap meals to make?

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I would appreciate your input :)

What are some recipes or foods to buy that are healthy and cheap???

I'm wondering what foods I can eat that's not too much and lasts

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This is a question I struggle with daily. Unfortunately the healthy stuff tends to be more expensive than the not-so-healthy stuff (produce mainly). There are some good tips I have discovered over the years. More recently I've been doing much of my shopping at WalMart. their prices are great and they carry almost all the foods you would want.

So, here goes....
Pasta is always an option.... try Ronzoni's Smart taste... it has tons of fiber and calcium in it and tastes just like regular pasta. And marinara sauces are low in fat/cal and cheap to make or buy.

If you like beans and corn, one of my favorites is a black bean salsa (goya black beans are great), canned sweet corn, some diced red onion, a minced jalapeno, lime juice and cilantro. It's great with chips or with chicken breast made with mexican spices. Use plain strained yogurt in place of sour cream.

Also, try a can of white northern beans in the food processor with some fresh and roasted garlic. Add a litttle milk or water to slightly thin this mixture. Add salt, pepper, and a touch of olive oil and a pinch of dried thyme. Use this on a low fat pizza crust (Wal Mart sells one for 44cents that is so simple... you just add water) instead of pizza sauce. top with shredded chicken, brocccoli, onions, whatever and top with part skim shredded mozz. Bake about 12 minutes and finish with a touch of olive oil.

okay... some cheap fish.... if you like fish.... tilapia is great and usually about 7.99/pd. take a portion size fillet and put it in a parchment or foil pouch with some lemon juice a touch of olive oil or Brummel and Brown (my personal favorite butter substitute made with yogurt) and fresh herbs and veggies. super healthy, tasty, and cheap depending on your veggie choice. Serve with brown rice.

Potatoes are also very cheap, so make baked wedges or a traditional baked potato. There are also several good low fat cheese products out there. not always cheap,, but.look for coupons for laughing cow, alpine lace. Baked potato with broccoli and diet cheese is one of my favorite dinners.

Also a good idea is buying a whole turkey breast or roaster chicken and using it for several applications. slice turkey for sandwiches (I love Arnolds double the fiber whole grain bread) or in salads. Lettuce is pretty cheap, and try making your own croutons!

obviously i could go on and on, if you'd like more ideas contact me through my website, www.completelyculinary.com

what is your favorite, cheap and healthy recipe?

symmetrica

Looking for a cost efficient and healthy recipe for me and my significant other. Something we could have often that is tasty. Any suggestions?

Answer
SJ-SC-CA Incredible Chicken Salad

3 cups chicken breast (cooked and cubed)
1 cup pineapple (diced)
1/2 cup celery (diced)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup walnuts
1/8 cup dried cranberries
2 Tablespoons sweet onion (minced)
2 Tablespoons apple juice

Combine all ingredients in a bowl until well combined and chill. Serve with a lettuce garnish.

***You can use the chicken salad as a sandwich filling.***

I need a new healthy breakfast idea/alternative to my usual eggs?

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Every morning I have my black coffee and then I eat 2 sunny side up eggs on top of english muffins and I put cottage cheese on top of both of these open face sandwiches. I am a thinner 19 year old girl and I want to change up my breakfast! I do love eggs, but I also love cereal and greek yogurt. Any new egg recipes? Or other healthy/healthish breakfast ideas?

Answer
My top healthy breakfast is oatmeal. With a little drizzle of honey and milk. Another healthy egg recipe is make an omelet with cheese and spinach. Filling. Or boiled eggs is always good on hand too.

Healthy recipes with the main ingredients as carrots and tomatoes?

Godlovesyo

Is there any recipes that I can make that center around carrots and tomatoes?
My parents bought a RIDICULOUS amount of carrots and tomatoes and I am trying to find healthy ways to use them up.

Answer
Slow oven roasted tomatoes. Slice open and drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with a little sea salt and sugar. Bake in a very slow oven for 3hrs. Then place in a jar and cover with olive oil. They will keep for ages in the fridge to add to anything you want to cook including blending for a soup or pasta or just on a sandwich.
Carrots can be par cooked and freezed well. Take out for honey glazed carrots, make carrot chips, add to a casserole, add to a TOMATO pasta sauce, mashed, in a stir fry or a ginger carrot soup.

Do you have to feel the burning of chilies for it to be good for you?

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Q. I've known that chili boosts your metabolism and is really healthy for you, but today, I was eating Vietnamese sandwiches and they usually have those long green peppers in there and I usually try to avoid those, but I've gotten used to the burning so I just ate the whole thing. It wasn't even spicy. It was a tiny, tiny bit spicy, but not enough to make a kid freak out from the burning. I was just wondering if it's the spiciness that boosts the metabolism and not the actual chili.

Answer
The active ingredient in chilies is Capsaicin. The hotter the pepper the more capsaicin, more health benefits - http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/health-benefits-of-peppers

What are some easy recipes which don't need that much space to prepare?

Q. My friend is stuck in Vietnam doing volunteer working and doesn't really like their cooking, so he might have to cook for himself. He lives in a place with a shared kitchen so what are some easy and fast recipes he can cook that are healthy as he was surviving on instant foods. Also if u r an Vietnamese any tips for him as he never cooked.

Answer
Falafel (get a ready powder mix) + salad
Pasta and grilled veg
Kale chips
Baked potato w/ beans
Green smoothie (spinach + banana + blender)
Grilled tofu chunks in sauce
Peanut butter + pear sandwich
Ants on a log (celery + peanut butter + raisins)
Stuffed mushroom (Large mushroom with cous cous + veg)
Cous cous + mixed pickle
Chickpea curry + naan bread
Pizza dough
Soup made from any vegetables + vegetable stock

Thursday, October 17, 2013

What are some good healthy meals/recipes for a 1 1/2 year old?

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Megan

I am engaged to a man with a 1 1/2 year old little boy. So I will soon be a full time mother (the child's mother is not in his life.) His father travels a lot for his work so I will be his primary care giver and I am worried about making sure he has healthy food but I also want food that will be easy for him to eat. I'm open to breakfast, lunch, and dinner ideas.

Answer
Sample One-Day Menu for a One-Year Old

Taken from the AAP "Caring for Your Baby and Young Child Birth to Age 5"

This menu is planned for a one-year-old child who weighs approximately 21 pounds.

1 teaspoon = 1/3 tablespoon (5 ml)
1 tablespoon = 1/2 ounce (15 ml)
1 cup = 8 ounces (240 ml)
1 oz = 30 ml

BREAKFAST
1/2 cup iron-fortified breakfast cereal or 1 cooked egg (not more than 3 eggs per week)
1/4 cup whole milk (with cereal)
4-6 oz. juice
Add to cereal one of the following:
1/2 banana, sliced
2-3 large sliced strawberries

SNACK
1 slice toast or whole wheat muffin
1-2 tablespoons cream cheese or peanut butter
1 cup whole milk

LUNCH
1/2 sandwich - tuna, egg salad, peanut butter, or cold cuts
1/2 cup cooked green vegetables

SNACK
1-2 ounces cubed cheese, or 2-3 tablespoons pitted and diced dates
1 cup whole milk

DINNER
2-3 ounces cooked meat, ground or diced
1/2 cup cooked yellow or orange vegetables
1/2 cup pasta, rice, or potato
1/2 cup whole milk

Football season is upon us! Any advice for low sodium snack foods?

michelle37

I'm looking for low-sodium, low-potassium versions of football snack favorites. I'm preparing these for a young man with severe heart problems and needs to limit his sodium intake to a very small amount. I don't want him to feel like he's missing out on everything he used to enjoy eating and doing, so i'm trying to keep game days as close to normal as possible. Any suggestions, recipes, tips, etc. would be greatly appreciated.

Answer
Processed meats, such as hot dogs etc., are high in sodium. You might want to consult with the dietitions of Whole Foods on this dilema. They have products that taste somewhat comprable, but are lower in sodium, fat, and sugar.
From a practical standpoint, making your own dips, french fries and meats for sandwiches might be a good idea. Have you considered AllRecipes.com in their heart healthy selections? Here are some other ideas:

1. BBQ'd Pork Sandwiches: lean pork tenderloin, cooked and tossed in low sodium Barbecue sauce. Serve with home made cole slaw and baked "fries" (potato wedges, drizzled with a little olive oil and tossed with herbs, garlic, and lite salt) with low sodium ketchup.
2. Vege dip: fat free sour cream mixed with chopped water chestnuts, spinach (defrosted and drained of all liquid), and low-sodium leek soup mix. Serve with carrot stix and celery, cauliflower, and low sodium crackers.
3. Brownies: look for low-fat, low-sugar brownie mixes (Trader Joes and Krusteaz), add applesauce instead of eggs or oil and bake. Top with sugar free/fat free ice cream.

Good luck!

What are some easy and cheap lunch ideas?

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Beanstalk9

I have a very limited budget and a very limited lunch break (sometimes I've got 10 minutes to make lunch and eat it between class and work). I have my own apartment with a full kitchen. Any ideas or recipes for balanced, filling lunches in under 5 minutes prep time?

On your marks, get set, GO!

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<start> I get an hour for lunch. I use 10 minutes to walk home and 10 minutes to walk back, that leaves 40 minutes to come up with something. My default is a sandwich ... typically ham & cheese (I save time by buying cheese slices (Apple Gate Farms makes great cheese) and knowing exactly where everything is (often creating a picture in my mind where everything is before I even get in the door). To ensure that it is filling, I use whole grain bread. I allow myself a handful of chips (or other type of snack to go with it and (if I'm cruising on the sandwhich making) will allow myself an extra moment to open a jar of my sister-in-laws homemade bread & butter pickles. Then I pour a soda into a glass and the whole lunch goes to my desk where I keep my laptop. I eat lunch and multi-task and am usually done inside the 40 minutes. For a treat, I allow myself a Klondike Bar or some cookies (better to eat treats during the day rather than late at night, or even after dinner). The other option is leftovers. Nothing is faster to prepare than unwrapping last night's leftovers and eating them. If you really want to ensure you're having a healthy lunch, you might be more mindful of what you're making for dinner. Lastly, sometimes I make scrambeled eggs and toast for lunch. Get the whole grain bread in the toaster after you put a frying pan over medium heat. Whisk the eggs, oil the pan and scramble the eggs. The eggs and the toast will likely be done at the same time. To make the eggs extra good for you, top them with salsa. I hope these ideas help. Enjoy! <end>

What are some good snack recipes a 14 year old could make?

Q. I dunno, just when I want something to eat.
Stuff for lunch and for breakfast and just snacks.
Preferably healthy? And I'm not a heaps good cook though but I'll try.
Give me lots of recipes please! :)

Answer
Well for breakfast: toast with butter and honey, oatmeal, bacon and eggs are real easy to cook (fry the bacon and whip the eggs before you cook them if you like scrambled eggs). Lunch: grilled cheese sandwiches, pb crackers, biscuit english muffin or french bread pizzas ( bread, sauce, and toppings for regular pizza), also Ritz cracker mini pizzas are super easy (one ritz cracker, tsp of pizza sauce, 2-3 tsp mozzerella cheese, and 2-3 tsp meat or vege toppings) can make as many as you want, ramen noodles, mac and cheese (just follow easy box instructions), or a simple salad. Snacks: chili cheese dip (velvetta nad hormel chilli mixed and warmed in microwave or small pot on stove), rice krispie treats (google recipe or look on box of cereal), cereal can also be a snack, pop tarts, and maybe frozen appetizers like hotwings or cheese potatoe wedges, yogurt and fruit, cookies, chips, veges and dip. Possibilities are endless.

What is the best healthy food for people trying to get into shape?

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Evilish13

For people whom are trying to stay in shape what is your favorite recipe for something thats heavy? Basically a descent size meal containing preferably some kinds of meats & veg's. Please give me recipe details. It can be snacks also. Thanks

Answer
Fast and healthy breakfast options:
cereal with milk and fruit
toast with peanut butter and a glass of juice
an egg and toast and a glass of juice
a yogurt and fruit shake with a muffin

Meals:
- Chicken Stir-fry (grilled chicken with cooked veggies of your choice <carrots, bean sprouts, peppers, celery, brocolli, cauliflower, etc.>on top of rice)
- Tuna Salad (lettuce, cucumber, celery, carrot, tomatoe, cheese, with canned tuna on top)
- Chicken wraps (whole wheat wrap, grilled chicken sliced, lettuce, cucumber, celery, carrot, tomato, cheese, etc.)

Snacks:
Nuts and apple slices,
cheese and crackers,
yogurt with peaches,
cereal mix and carrot sticks with dip,
a fruit smoothie,
a bowl of cereal,
or half a sandwich

What is an extremely healthy but inexpensive 7 day meal plan that I can go by?

Katnip95

I want to start eating healthier. I don't really have any self motivation so maybe a meal plan will help me get in gear. I don't like drinking anything but water anyway so I'm good on that part. Any suggestions? (:

Answer
I will give 7 options for each meal sorry I am a vegetarian mostly so lol

Breakfast 1
Oatmeal with fruit (you can add a bit of honey to sweeten)
Breakfast 2
1 egg (prepared as you like), baked beans, 1-2 slices of whole-grain toast, fresh fruit, you can add 2 pieces of turkey bacon if you like
Breakfast 3
1 almond or peanut butter sandwich (use the natural kind), 1 banana, it's good if you can drink a small glass of milk but if not just stick with your water
Breakfast 4
2 oz of fish (it's not really expensive if you buy a fresh fish at a good price and then divide it into 2-3 oz servings b/c 1 pound of fish can give you 8 meals), 1/2 cup brown rice, http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Stir_fried-Sesame-Bok-Choy-Recipezaar, fresh fruit, personally I drink green tea here
Breakfast 5
2 open-faced veggie sandwiches on whole grain bread or wasa crackers, I add a thin slice of cheese (use a cheese carver it gets them really thin), fruit
Breakfast 6
Muesli and kefir (it tastes similar to plain yogurt it's excellent for digestion but it does take getting used too my husband loves it but I am not too fond of it personally) alternately you can have a healthy cereal with reduced fat cow's milk or fortified soy or rice milk depending on the cereal I might add fresh fruit I like nectarines with my bran flakes
Breakfast 7 (this tastes like a bit like a really nice chunky applesauce)
- Raw Food Breakfast -
"Oatmeal"

Serves 2
2 apples
1 banana
1 tablespoon golden flax seed
2 teaspoons cinnamon
Pure water
Directions

Put the flax seeds in the purified water and let sit overnight.

Peel the apples and cut them in smaller parts (for the blender). Peel the banana and break in parts. Rinse the flax seeds.

Put all ingredients in a blender. Add 1/4 cup water, just enough to let the mixture blend well. Blend all ingredients until smooth. You may want to add a little more water if it's too thick (I don't).
Tip
Can add nuts and/or raisins

Lunch 1
Salad (2-3 oz grilled chicken, cabbage shredded, apples (diced and peeled), yellow bell peppers julienned, diced red onion (small amount), caramelized cashews, avocado, cottage cheese (instead of dressing I detest cottage cheese but on this salad superb)
Lunch 2
Hummus and raw veg stuffed in a whole wheat pita, fruit salad
Lunch 3
tuna (just canned or pouched in water), bulghur (cooked in a vegetable broth), cucumber, tomato, avocado, bell peppers, mixed together you can add a small drizzle of olive oil
Lunch 4
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/12753/asian-prawn-and-pineapple-salad
Lunch 5
Chilli with rice (I add veggie crumbles for B-vitamins and so it's ultra low fat but you can use lean ground beef or turkey crumbles try to avoid full fat ground beef)
Lunch 6
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/333614/red-lentil-chickpea-and-chilli-soup
I like to have with hearty healthy bread. If you can't bring yourself to try lentils which are excellent for your health have some Minestrone Soup
Lunch 7
Black Bean Burritos alternatively if you are more of a meat eater
Apple Pork Wraps

Fresh sage
Handful of pork
Olive oil
A few leaves of romaine lettuce
Whole-wheat wrap
About 2" of cucumber, sliced thinly
1/2 an apple, sliced thinly
Salt and pepper

Chop the sage finely. Mix the pork and fresh sage with 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Lay one or two leaves of romaine lettuce on the whole-wheat wrap. Spread the pork evenly over the lettuce. Cover this with thinly sliced cucumber and apple. Add salt and pepper to taste. Wrap and eat.
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Dinner 1
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/1031/thaistyle-steamed-fish 1/2 cup brown rice
Dinner 2
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/10388/thai-chicken-and-mushroom-broth (I would have with 1/2 cup of brown rice)
Dinner 3
Chicken Fajitas (I personally make my own wraps b/c I can't stand the taste of store bought ones)
Dinner 4
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/681659/watermelon-prawn-and-avocado-salad
Dinner 5
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/12142/tofu-greens-and-cashew-stirfry
Dinner 6
Thai-style Turkey Burgers look these up on that BBC Food Site you can have baked fries or some crispy raw veggies on the side
Dinner 7
Shish Kebobs lots of grilled veggies and a protein (hallomi cheese, chicken, shrimp, beef, lamb whatever) you can have with some brown rice

Don't forget healthy snacks: plain nuts and seeds, oatmeal, yoghurt, raw veg (with hummus), fresh fruit, fruit and veggies smoothies great for breakfast but I know you only drink water so maybe you won't like, slice of healthy bread w/nut butter

Not necessarily in this order I just put them down as they occurred you can also swap dinners and lunches. I tried to make dinner lighter b/c it's ideal

What are some good, easy sandwich recipes, for vegetarians?

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Cquel

If there are any good vegetarian sandwich recipes out there, that are not peanut butter and jelly, you know... :D

What are some healthy sandwich recipes?

Yahoo Guy

I need to some healthy sandwich recipes,..peanut butter and jelly isn't working for me (p.s. -i'm a body builder)

Answer
I like to make vegetarian sandwiches. Ubber healthy.

Take high fiber bread such as Squirrly bread, spread on light or non fat cream cheese to each slice, add thinly sliced tomatoes and cucumbers (whatever appeals to you) and some alphalfa sprouts.
NUM!

Or for higher proteins roast chicken or turkey slices with roasted red peppers on the same type of bread with low fat mayo.

Just an idea anyway.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

What are some easy-to-prepare healthy lunches to take to school?

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Leah

I've recently been bringing crackers with a can of tuna and cucumbers to school because i've been eating sandwiches for the past 11 years and i am very very sick of it.

I have access to the year 12 kitchen which has microwaves/toasters/sandwich presses/hot water. I'm looking for a healthy, easy-to-prepare lunch recipe

Answer
Mozzarella and Tomato - This simple sandwich is a cinch to make and pack. Prepare it the night before and give the flavors a chance to mingle.

Tuna Salad - Our tuna salad recipe is sure to be your child's new favorite sandwich stuffing.

Chicken and Fruit Salad - With chunk white-meat chicken and sweet fruit, this sandwich filler will be a lunchtime favorite.

Turkey-Meatball Pitas - Lean turkey and an easy-to-handle pita make this healthy sandwich fun to eat.

Ham and Cheese Pitas - Update the classic sandwich by swapping out bread for crisp pita.

Turkey-Melon Wraps - You'll love the sweet cantaloupe that transforms a typical turkey sandwich.

Garden Turkey Sandwich with Lemon Mayo - Liven up a traditional turkey sandwich and create a lunch you'll love.

Falafel Sandwiches - This fun-to-eat sandwich is easily made, packed, and enjoyed.

Healthy Makeover Meatloaf - Use leftovers from this double-duty recipe to create a kid-friendly sandwich.

Baked Honey-Lime Drumsticks - With this recipe, it's easy to make you feel extra-special at lunchtime.

Fish and Chips - This lightened-up version will give you a favorite meal with less fat.

Mini Corn Dogs - This lunchtime munchie scores extra credit for its healthy update.

What are easy and healthy lunches to bring to school?

brandi

I'm in college and have to bring my lunch most days this semester because of my schedule. Any tips and tricks or easy recipes for good healthy lunches would be appreciated!

Answer
there are a lot of things you can do to eat healthy on the go and they can taste great... salads and sandwiches are some

for the salads it is obvious, you just buy the veggies that you like and STORE THEM PROPERLY in your fridge. when you are ready, take them out and throw them together in a bowl. you can even make things interesting by adding apple slices or grapes, basically really nice fresh fruits, with that clean sort of citrussy taste.. you can even add meats like bacon or sliced ham or grilled chicken strips.BUT be careful with those. Keep them in a separate container so their is no spoilage or bacterial contamination.

sandwiches are the best and they don't have to be plain old baloney. go shopping! see what kind of interesting breads you can find.GO AS FAR AWAY FROM WONDER BREAD AS YOU CAN. whole grains are really nice, and sweet breads are surprisingly good with the savory stuff. it's like honey to ham. make sure and add lots of lettuce or whatever greens you like. depending on where you are you can get some pretty decent deli slices, and cheeses and the sweet stuff too.

if you want too add anything soggy like tomatoes or sauces ...it is a really good idea to keep them in another container so your sandwich doesn't end up all soggy

YUCK!

I know that you are in college and that probably means you don't ave great kitchen facillities, but if you do... make good use of it. if you can...try to dedicate a day to make some lunches that will last through the week. Things like ravioli and gilled or fried chicken breasts do really well.

and DO SOME RESEARCH!

there are some really good recipes out there and a lot of them a quick and easy.

Do you know any healthy recipes?

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Healthy Sandwich recipe?
Or anything else you'd recommend..

Answer
any of these could be healthy if u substitue.except for the salad i think its as healthy as its gunna get..

i just asked the same question about 15 minutes ago and i made it in about 5 minutes:
the recipe was

mix frozen spinach but thaw it out first eggs and chopped up hot dogs in a bowl and then fry..put seasonings and hot sauce in also if u want..put on a piece of toast...and or just bread...it was actually very good---
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ok with top ramen noodles the possibilities are endless!..seriously

u could boil them and then drain and add veggies, and pasta sauce and if u really want some kind of meat..do u have canned meat? if so there u go..
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u can also cook, and drain them and then fry them in a pan with shredded or any kind of cheese that you have..add a few vegetables and some already cooked meat if u want..
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chopped hot dogs and scrambled eggs..
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pb and j but instead of the jelly use nutella if u have it?
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huevos ranchers: take some tortillas fry them and then put them asided to drain the oil from the pan. take a couple of eggs and for my i dont cook them all the way through i love them drainy like u know..ne ways cook the eggs sunny side up and while they are cooking put some tomatoe sauce (small can) and add sugar to it....make sure u keep tasting it as ur adding the sugar bc u want the taste to be sweet not bittery..ne ways take the sunny side up eggs put them on the tortillas and drizzle the tomatoe sauce mixture..
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oh and this is really good and healthy..if u have ne lettuce green lead preferable take it rinse it off dry it and then chopped off some tomatoes, cucumbers and what ever other veggies u like in a salad...and just throw some olive oil and vinegar salt and pepper if u want..this is the BEST most simple salad i have ever eaten..
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i hope my low budget college recipes for meals helped u:)

What are some healthy sandwich recipes?

Yahoo Guy

I need to some healthy sandwich recipes,..peanut butter and jelly isn't working for me (p.s. -i'm a body builder)

What kind of HEALTHY recipes can I make with whole wheat Pita bread and Tortillas?

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Q. I love vegetables and I need some healthy recipes for whole wheat pita bread and whole wheat tortillas... what can i make with them? Thanks.

Answer
I like to fill pita with hard salami and parsley (you could substitute leaner meat, though). Parsley is a great sandwich green and is friggin' loaded with vitamins and minerals.

Another favorite of mine is to make enchiladas with home-made red sauce. (Use lean meat like chicken breast and use a low-fat cheese. Authentic Mexican food doesn't have as much cheese as Americanized Mexican food anyhow.)

Red sauce:
Heat a few Tbsp. of oil in a 2qt. pot and add an equal amount of flour. Heat and stir until the combo (roux) bubbles for a minute or so.
Add ~1/2 cup of paprika (sounds weird, but bear with me...) and a little cayenne or other spicy ground red pepper to taste and continue to stir. You may need to add a little more oil.
Once this is mixed thoroughly and heated (you want the paprika to toast a bit) add ~ 1 1/2 c. water and stir with heat until the sauce thickens. (If sauce is too thick, add more water. Too thin, add a little corn starch/water slurry. You want it to be kinda like pizza sauce consistency.)
Salt to taste.
Fill tortugas with chicken, cheese, onions, olives, cilantro, whatever the hell you want. Have fun with it!
Put ~a third of the sauce in the pan, layer the enchiladas on top, then spread the rest of the sauce on them. Top with a little more cheese.
Bake @ 375F for about 40 min (until sauce is bubbling and cheese browns a little).

I love this recipe and always make it with whole wheat tortugas (good source of fiber) and this red sauce (TONS of vitamin A and other antioxidants).

I never use a recipe, so your results may vary. But it's cheap and pretty easy, so a few practice batches won't be too hard.
(Everyone tells me that they're WAY better than anything from any Mexican restaurant they've had!)

how to make a healthy sandwich wrap?

banapples3

im on a diet. my goal is to lose weight, but i also don't mind staying the same weight.
the other day i had two yummy sandwich wraps, but from the grocery store. it had the white cheese, i think a little bit of mayo, lettuce, and meat (ham)
is that healthy, or too fattening?

i figured the mayo and cheese would make it unhealthy, so is there anyone who knows how to make a healthy sandwich wrap?

Answer
I'm at work right now, so I don't have the recipe on hand, but if you go check out this month's Better Homes and Gardens they have an awesome recipe for a BLT like wrap.. it only has like 275 calories in the entire thing and its GREAT!

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Does anyone have any recipes or tips on healthy meals?

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Us3rn4m3

I'm on a tight budget and don't have a lot of time to cook complicated or long winded meals.

Would like to know if anyone has any food tips, things for snacks and meals, etc. which are healthy and filling as well as easy to make.

Thanks.

Answer
buy a whole, uncut-up chicken, it's the cheapest way to go. rinse it and remove the giblets from inside, set on paper towels to dry. preheat oven to 350 degrees. season the chicken with salt and pepper, set it in a large pan or roaster. put it in the oven and set timer for 1 hour. chicken should be golden brown.

you can serve it with veggies and rice. or baked potatoes and a salad. wash the potatoes, stab them with a fork or knife a couple of times, wrap in foil and set on the rack below the chicken while it's cooking. or do the same with sweet potatoes.

after you eat what you want for that dinner, strip the rest of the meat from the bones. some people then simmer the bones to make soup (use the giblets, too). after they simmer for a couple of hours, you strain them and only keep the liquid. then toss in some of the meat and add carrots, celery, onion and rice/potatoes/macaroni/barley (choose one).

or with the leftover meat, you can make tacos or sandwiches.

or take leftover meat, add mushrooms and onions, can of cream of anything soup and serve over pasta.

if you get overwhelmed with chicken before it's all gone, just freeze it in portions that you can take out and use immediately.

greek yogurt is my favorite go-to for snacks. add a banana, either cut up or in hand, and a few raw almonds and you are tumped up full with healthy stuff that will tide you over for hours. also, apples and peanut butter make a good snack. or celery and peanut butter.

a great lazy way to make veggies and rice is to wash and cut up your veggies, get the rice started, then toss the veggies on top in the same pot and cook. i usually use a larger pot and add a about a half cup more water than they call for.

make french bread pizza. just slice the bread lengthwise, then put on spaghetti sauce from a jar, then a few toppings like turkey pepperoni, canned or fresh cooked mushrooms, a few veggies and top with shredded cheese. bake on cookie sheet or pan in 425 degree oven for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

put a large pan over medium heat, spray with pam, then add one corn tortilla. after about a minute, turn the tortilla over. after another minute or two, take it out of the pan and spread cream cheese on it, then add anything that sounds good, from veggies to leftover meat, then top with cheese and put it back in the pan. after about 2 minutes, fold the tortilla over and let it continue to cook. what i do is, during the time i am spreading cream cheese on the first tortilla, i toss another new tortilla into the pan to get an assembly line going. the reason i heat the tortillas on both sides before adding the filling is to get them soft and pliable so they don't crack when i fold them. once you get one folded in the pan, you can push it to the side and use the center of the pan for the next one. this is a great snack because you can put almost anything in them and they're good. as the cream cheese cooks, it turns really creamy and loses the tart taste, goes well with the melted cheese.

take a pound of hamburger, crumble it into a pan and cook until browned, add some onion in before it's done, if you like. then after it's cooled you can put this in a container in the fridge to use as ingredient for quick meals. you could add it to the rice and veggies, the french bread pizza, the corn tortillas.

What kind of food should I serve for my 1yr old's b-day party?

Luv4Nevaeh

I'm having an indoor simple b-day party for my daughter this weekend. I'll be serving: 12 adults & eight kids all ages 7 and under.
Here are some maybe foods...
Main dish: Chicken salad or sub-sandwiches & for kids hot dogs or pizza
Side dishes: Macaroni salad, beans, rice, snack platter, chips/dip...
Which foods would be the best to go with?
Any new ideas welcomed and encouraged!
No hotdogs, got it!

Answer
Don't do hot dogs...I'd rather see chicken nuggets and homemade mac & cheese...can do fruit cups or even make layered yogurt parfaits in little cups using berries. (If doing just a fruit cup..add a dollop of whipped cream on top and 2 mini chocolate chips to create "little ghosts").

For little ones...instead of chips...make some homemade granola bars:

1 ½ cups rolled oats
¼ cup wheat germ
¼ cup ground nuts
¼ cup nonfat dry milk
¼ cup melted butter or oil
5 tablespoons honey
1 beaten egg
¼ teaspoon vanilla
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup dried fruit

Mix all dry ingredients. Mix honey, oil and vanilla into dry mixture. Add more honey to moisten or dried oats to dry mixture if necessary. Press mixture into 8x8 baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, cool and cut into bars. (this recipe from healthy foods to serve 2-6 yr olds)

About how many sandwiches will a can of shredded chicken make?

Monday, October 14, 2013

What are some really easy healthy foods(mainly dinners) I can cook for my parents and little brother?

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Destinee

I want my family and myself to start eating better and not just eating whatever, and I want to cook something that's healthy (but still good) for dinner, or any other time. I've looked at different recipes and some of them look really complicated and I'm not the best cook so I didn't want to start out with the hard stuff! If you have any recipes you know of that are easy and healthy I'd appreciate it because I want to start eating healthy and getting my family to eat healthy too! Thanks

Answer
roasted chicken is easy economical and healthy. roast 3 and use the leftovers for healthy sandwiches and salads for the following week.

What are some easy, but healthy dinner ideas for my husband and I?

hey.GiRL.h

My husband and I are newlyweds, trying to stay healthy. We both work full time jobs, so it's hard to plan ahead or make meals that take alot of prep and cook time.
So basically, I'm looking for quick & easy dinners that are healthy or low in calories/fat.
Please dont give me websites for recipes. I dont have time to browse them. Just shoot me some good recipes. Thanks =)!!
Come on people, I need more recipes!!!

Answer
Sesame Chicken
This recipe really satisfies my craving for Chinese food. I serve it over rice and steamed vegetables on the side. I usually double the sauce to make it especially decadent.
6 servings 21 min 5 min prep

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Cut chicken breast into 1 inch strips.
Heat a large non-stick skillet that has been sprayed with Pam, over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken strips for about 6 minutes until no longer pink.
Mix together honey, soy sauce, water, corn starch, ginger and red pepper flakes.
Whisk until no corn starch lumps appear.
Pour sauce mixture into skillet with chicken.
Cook until sauce thickens slightly.
You can add more water if sauce is too thick.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken starts to soak up the sauce.

Easy and Tasty Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches in the Crock Pot
This is almost too easy to be called a recipe, but I had to share it anyway. I came up with it one night when I wanted a nice meal but wasn't feeling too motivated. I love crock pot cooking!
4-6 servings ½ day 10 min prep

1-2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (18 ounce) jar of your favorite barbecue sauce (I love K.C. Masterpiece!)
1 medium sweet onion, sliced
4-6 hamburger buns

Remove all visible fat from the chicken and toss it in the crock pot.
Place the onion slices on top of the chicken.
Pour the barbecue sauce over top.
You may not need the entire jar, just enough to cover the chicken.
Cook it on LOW for 8 hours or until the chicken is nice and tender.
Shred the chicken with a fork and knife; scoop the mixture onto the bottom buns and top it with the top buns.
Or, if you're like my dad, you might prefer leaving the breasts whole and eating it that way.
Voila!
An easy weeknight meal that doesn't heat up your kitchen in the summertime!
I love this with potato chips and a carrot and raisin salad.

Chicken Scaloppine With Lemon Sauce (Low Fat)
This is a wonderful lower-fat restaurant-quality dish that is easy to make, I have served this many times in the past at my dinner parties and always receive rave reviews, the chicken alone even by itself is very good, the capers are only optional if you are a lover of capers then add them in as it really adds to the flavour of this dish, I would strongly suggest to double the sauce I most always do and please be certain to use only dry breadcrumbs as fresh will not stick to the chicken as well --- this is very good!
4 servings 35 min 25 min prep

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to about 1/3-inch thickness)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 eggs
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
seasoning salt
olive oil (for frying)
2 tablespoons butter (optional)
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon capers (or to taste) (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt (can use more to taste)
4-5 thin lemon slices
fresh parsley, chopped

In a small bowl, whisk together mustard and eggs; set aside.
Combine the dry bread crumbs, poultry seasoning, garlic powder and seasoning salt; spread on a piece of waxed paper.
Dip the breasts in egg/mustard mixture (shake off any excess egg).
Then coat well with the crumb mixture.
Heat the oil with 2 tablespoons butter(if using) in a frypan.
Saute the chicken for 5 minutes on each side, or until it is no longer pink inside. Remove and transfer to a plate to keep warm.
In the same pan add in the broth, lemon juice, capers (if using) and 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste) bring to a boil, scraping brown bits from the pan.
Add in lemon slices and parsley; mix to combine for about 1 minute.
Spoon the glaze/sauce over chicken.
Delicious!

Black Bean and Tortilla Bake
6 servings 35 min 5 min prep

1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin powder
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
salt and pepper
12 soft corn tortillas
8 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded, reserve 2 tablespoons (I used fat free)

Preheat oven to 350* F.
Spray a large skillet with cooking spray.
Add garlic, onions, tomato, green onion, cumin, and chili powder.
Cook on medium heat until onion is tender.
Add tomato sauce and cook 5 minutes more.
Stir in beans, cilantro, salt and pepper.
Spray a 9 inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
Layer 4 tortillas, 1/3 cheese, and 1/3 of the bean mixture; repeat 2 more times.
Top with reserved 2 tablespoons of cheese.
Bake 20 minutes, covered, then 10 minutes uncovered or until bubbly.

Sunday, October 13, 2013

What are some simple, yummy, healthy recipes?

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dizzy r

I am looking for some easy, healthy, yummy recipes. Short preparation and cook time preferred. Please keep in mind that I'm a college student that works part time and I cannot spend tons of money either. Also, I do not eat chicken or pork. I prefer to eat seafood most of the time as it is lean and healthy. I eat beef very rarely because I prefer it over iron tablets. Thanks! :)

Answer
Stir fry - Put a bunch of vegetables in the wok with a touch of oil, serve over short grain brown rice.

Soup - Boil vegetables, throw in some noodles, drop in a raw egg or some cooked beans, how about a few shrimp.

Tortillas, beans & cheese. Slice in some tomatoe and avocado.

Sandwiches - Get nice crusty bread, good cheeses, fresh tomatoes, grilled vegetables, tuna fish. Also smoked fish on bagels.

Pilaf - Rice with herbs & seasonings, mix in toasted nuts & seeds, stir in some minced broccoli, carrot or cauliflower, cook using broth for more flavor, add fresh melon on top

Get some good Indian, Chinese and South Asian cookbooks!

I am a hunter and meat eater who has been trying to cut back on my red meat intake. Any menu ideas?

Dragynmyst

I'd like to try and find more alternative healthy eating recipes. Any ideas?

Answer
Some good food ideas:
Pasta with steamed vegetables & marinara sauce or nutritional yeast (ny) cheese sauce.
Pizza with vegetables or meat substitute with no cheese, or vegan cheese or ny cheese sauce.
Falafel on pita bread with hummus.
Sandwiches (such as tempeh lettuce and tomato, meat substitute such as lightlife, BBQ, morningstar, boca, or toforkey, or peanut butter).
Beans with rice and vegetables.
Seiten, tempeh, TVP or tofu meat substitute (such as wings, or steak)...... plus a LOT more!

Good sites:
http://www.vegweb.com/
http://www.vegcooking.com/
http://veganmenu.blogspot.com/
http://theveganronin.blogspot.com/

Plus more:
http://veganpeace.blogspot.com/2007/08/vegan-recipes-sites.html
http://veganpeace.blogspot.com/2007/09/other-vegan-blogs.html

What are some easy-to-prepare healthy lunches to take to school?

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Leah

What are the easiest easiest recipes to control blood pressure?

joeygirl

My dad's doctor just recommended the DASH diet to control his blood pressure. He lives alone most of the time seeing i go to college out of state. I think the extent of his cooking skills are cereal and ham sandwiches which are not on the diet plan. What are some healthy cheap recipes to try to try out?

Answer
If your Dad doesn't like to cook much, the best thing you can offer him regarding recipes that will promote lower blood pressure is simplicity. In this vein, let's focus on the basics regarding diet and blood pressure.

Too much sodium is responsible for a great deal of high blood pressure problems. Most Americans get way too much of it in their diets, and most of it isn't due to sprinkling more table salt on food either. Processed food is loaded with it. Why not do grocery shopping for your father, or get somebody else to do it for you? Read the labels, and reject anything with a lot of sodium.

Avoid foods with LDL cholesterol as well. This is the "bad" cholesterol, and can be a big contributor to blood pressure problems. The Mayo Clinic recommends eating oatmeal and oat bran, nuts, especially walnuts and almonds, and fish high in omega 3 oils -- salmon, mackerel, tuna, lake trout, sardines, herring.

Focus on the simple recipes for your father. How much cooking does a bowl of oat bran with skim milk take? If that's too bland for him, sprinkle a few blueberries on top. Skim milk is an ideal food for high blood pressure too, since it contains calcium and vitamin D, and the two have a synergistic effect.

Potassium helps lower blood pressure too. Foods rich in potassium include bananas, baked potatoes and soybeans. As bad a cook as your Dad may be, peeling a banana a few times a day is something I'm sure he can handle. I hope you see what I'm driving at here -- simple ways he can lower his blood pressure. Don't try to turn him into Julia Child here.

Half an ounce of dark chocolate per day has also been shown to lower blood pressure. The higher percentage of cacao in it, the better. For more tips, please read the resources in the source box.

God bless your Dad, and you for helping him.

Does anyone have any good recipes for NuWave Oven?

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layzeeej

I have lost my recipe book that it came with and would like some wonderful recipes. Thanks for your help.

Answer
Whole Frozen Turkey (10 pounds)

Buying a frozen turkey and making it in less than 2 1/2 hours is so easy and is an unexpected treat for the whole family.
Unwrap the frozen turkey and rinse in cold water. While still wet, season the outside as desired and place on liner pan or 1" rack breast side down. Nu-Wave on HI for 60 minutes. (At this point, the gizzards inside should be defrosted and you can remove for later use. Season or fill cavity with vegetables at this point). Turn turkey breast side up Nu-Wave on HI for another 75-90 minutes or until thermometer reads 165°F. If the skin is becoming too brown, cover with tin foil just as you would a conventional oven.
Let the bird sit as usual and use drippings from pan to make delicious gravy.
(If you want to make up to a 15 pound bird, see our extender ring.)
See Cooking Chart for more times and temperatures

FROZEN ROAST BEEF (4 pounds)

Buying a roast beef (or 2) on sale and freezing it for later saves time and money. Just take it out and, and under 2 hours, you can have a delightful surprise for the family.
Rinse the beef in cold water so any dry seasonings may adhere. Place roast on 1" rack, top side down. Nu-Wave on HI for 50 minutes. Turn over, top side up, and continue another 50 minutes (RARE) or more depending on your taste. Let sit 15 minutes and enjoy!

See Cooking Chart for more times and power settings.

BAKED FRENCH TOAST (4 servings)

4 1-inch thick slices raisin bread or white bread
4 eggs
1 1/3 cups milk or half and half
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup butter or margarine

Cut bread slices in half diagonally. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, and salt. Dip each bread slice in mixture to saturate both sides.
Lightly butter a shallow aluminum pan and arrange slices in a single layer. Place pan on 4" rack and Nu-Wave HI for 8 minutes (or until browned and puffy). Turn 1/2 way if desired.
While toast bakes, combine syrup and butter. Heat until melted together.
Top off and enjoy!

Hint for Low Fat Version:
Dip bread in egg substitute and roll in corn flake crumbs. Follow cooking directions above and top with low-cal syrup or fruit. This is crispy, healthy, and delicious!

BAKED REUBEN SANDWICH

Butter, softened
2 slices rye bread
1 ounce thinly sliced corned beef
1/4 cup sauerkraut, squeezed dry
1 slice Swiss or Gruyere cheese
1 tablespoon thousand island dressing

Lightly butter one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side, place corned beef, sauerkraut, and cheese. Spread with dressing. Top with second slice of bread, buttered side up.
Place directly on 4" rack and Nu-Wave on HI for 7 minutes or until the top is lightly toasted and the cheese is melted.
Place directly on the 4" rack and Nu-Wave on HI for 4 minutes or until well heated and cheese melts.

STUFFED POTATO SKINS (8 servings)

4 baked potatos
1 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chives or scallions, chopped
4 slices cooked bacon

Cut potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out cooked potato, leaving thick skins. Mix everything except the skins and fill each skin with equal amounts of the mixture. Place on the 4" rack and Nu-Wave on HI for 5 minutes.

CHINESE STYLE RIBS (20 servings)

1 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons dry red wine
1 tablespoon each sugar, salt, and garlic powder
2 pounds baby back ribs, cut into individual pieces

Mix all the ingredients and marinate the ribs for at least an hour. Spread the ribs on the 4" rack and Nu-Wave on HI for 20 minutes.

LONDON BROIL (4-6 servings)

1 1/2 -2 pound flank steak , 1" thick
salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste
2 pounds sliced mushrooms
6 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

Place mushrooms, butter, and Worcestershire sauce on 10" pie plate and set on liner pan. Place the steak on 4" rack. Nu-Wave on HI for 5 minutes. Turn the meat and cook another 5-7 minutes or to desired temperature. Slice the meat at a 45 degree angle against the grain and serve with the mushrooms.
FROZEN - When you find flank steak on sale, buy a few and freeze them for later. (Freeze flat for later use). Spray or rub vegetable oil on frozen steak and sprinkle with seasonings. Nu-Wave for 10 minutes, turn and cook another 15 minutes or to desired temperature.

CORNISH HENS

These tasty birds are almost always available frozen therefore they are perfect to cook in the Nu-Wave Oven and come out crisp on the outside and moist on the inside!
Remove the wrapper and run under water to remove the glaze. Place on the 1" rack, breast side down, and Nu-Wave on HI for 30 minutes. Pry open the cavity, remove the giblets, and season the cavity. Turn over and cook another 20 minutes or to 170°F.

LOW-CAL CHICKEN PARMESAN (4 servings)

Total time from freezer to table.........30 minutes

4 (5-6 oz) boneless/skinless Chicken Breasts-Frozen
Low-Fat Italian Dressing
Seasoned Bread Crumbs
8 oz. - 2% Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
Grated Parmesan to taste
12 oz. Pasta Sauce

Dip chicken pieces in Italian dressing and roll in bread crumbs. Place on liner pan. Nu-Wave 8 minutes per side (or until done). Open oven and spoon sauce on each piece and sprinkle with cheese. Cook 2 more minutes.

LAMB CHOPS WITH FETA & CHEESE (4 servings)

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 lamb chops, 1" thick
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup chopped ripe tomatoes
4-6 pitted Kalamata olives
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
salt and pepper to taste

In shallow dish, mix olive oil, garlic and lemon juice. Add the lamb chops and turn to coat on all sides. Place in refrigerator for 15 minutes. In small bowl mix feta, tomatoes, olives, and parsley. Set aside.
Place lamb chops directly on 4" rack, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Nu-Wave on HI until done to taste, approx. 12-14 minutes (turning over 1/2 way)
When chops are done, spoon equal portion of feta mixture on each chop and NU-Wave on HI until cheese melts.

BREADED SOLE OR FLOUNDER (4 servings)

4 sole or flounder filets, about 2 pounds
4 tablespoons melted butter
lemon seasoning to taste
salt
2 cups bread crumbs

Mix the butter, seasonings, and crumbs and press into the fish. Coat both sides of fish and place on 4" rack. Nu-Wave on HI for about 7 minutes.
Frozen: Cook frozen filets for 5 minutes and then continue the recipe as above.

FRENCH FRIES (4 servings)
Cut off 1/2 inch from the ends of 2 large baking potatoes. Cut 1/2 inch off the sides to make a square sided potato. Cut, lengthwise, into 1/2 inch fries. Toss with vegetable oil and salt and pepper. Lay on 4" rack and Nu-Wave on HI for 20 minutes or until crisp (turning 1/2 way).
Parmesan Fries: Cook as directed above but before serving, toss with 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese

APPLE CRISP (8 servings)

4 apples (11/2 lbs.) peeled, cored, and sliced 1/8"-1/4" thick
1/3 cup flour
1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/3 cup quick cooking oatmeal
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Grease an 8" round cake pan. Place sliced apples in the pan. In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, oatmeal, and softened butter until well mixed. Set aside. In a small dish mix granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the apples. Pat the oatmeal mixture on top. Place on the 1" rack and Nu- Wave on #5 (med. heat) for 30 minutes or until apples are tender and juices are bubbly.

Any suggestions on what to eat for lunch?

Princess

I know it's pathetic but I'm 17 and can't cook. Anyways, my mom ALWAYS offers sandwiches and claims I turn everything down, but that's because it's always the same thing. Then if I say "no to everything" she goes to Wendy's. I'm tired of eating there because she literally gets it at least 4 times a week. It's giving me break outs which is the main issue. I'm not fat by any means but I'm going to the gym and want to achieve the look I want without all this junk. I also need to gain weight. She then offers yogurt which I don't even consider lunch nor is it helping me gain weight. Then she goes on to salad. Again, doesn't help with weight. I also have steak pretty much every night for dinner. Any suggestions?

Answer
I am having a baked potato for lunch today, but that is kinda a splurge on the calories.

My favorite lunch is cottage cheese with fruit, preferably canned unsweetened peaches.And a few soda crackers to go with it.

a wrap that you make yourself, with chicken and cheese and veggies would be healthy.

I buy chicken patties, and buns, and make my own chicken sandwiches. I get the patties for $2, and the buns for $1. A smear of mayo, and it is good, and cheap. Add cheese if you want to.

Make your own healthy tacos. Use ground up turkey or chicken, spice it up so you can't tell it is not hamburger. use the low cal re-fried beans. Diet sour cream, and some lettuce, tomatoes, and some mexican cheese would be good.

Homemade soup, like vegetable, or chili. Make a batch, and put it in the refrigerator, take out servings as you need them. Fix some unsweetened cornbread, or use crackers.

A healthy hot dog, kosher beef, with low cal toppings like onion, mustard, ketchup, relish, pickles, or kraut. Splurge a little and put a little chili over it.

Having steak for supper is bad. Too much cholesterol.
Learn how to prepare chicken. Saute chicken breasts, serve with some stove top stuffing and some veggies. Find other recipes that you might like, like chicken parm,
Go to Kraft Foods for help with quick and easy meals.
Look around in the store, see what is available for a balanced supper. Check out the banquet boxed meals, and Hamburger helper type things.

and beware of salad, the dressing and some of the toppings can have many calories, 1000, or 1500, according to a recent article.

One thing, your diet, and the grease and chocolate in it, does not cause acne. But a balanced diet would help heal it.

there are so many sites that give cooking lessons, on tape, that there really is not an excuse for not knowing how to cook, unless you are a straight "A" student, and taking a big course load, and play team sports too.
Go to allrecipes, or Betty Crocker. Cook's Illustrated is excellent, they tell you why they do what they do[but some of the site costs money].

When in doubt, go to the brand name website. Philadelphia cream cheese, Nabisco, Kraft, and on and on.
I wanted a recipe for catfish, so I went to the catfish farmers. Quite a number of free recipes.

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