Dear Mr. Claus:
I know I haven't written in about 40 years or so. I offer you my heartfelt apology. It's just that...I was thinking that since I haven't asked for any presents in such a long time, you could grant me my one Christmas wish. My weigh-in day is Christmas morning and I'd really like to lose another two pounds.
Speaking of weight loss, don't you think a certain someone should cut down on the refined sugars and saturated fats if they are going to keep shimmying down chimneys for all of eternity? Your huge gut means you are at a high risk for heart disease and diabetes. I'd like you to be alive and kicking for a while for my grandchildren.
I'm afraid that in this household you are not going to find cookies under the tree this year, but perhaps only a 0 point fruit plate.
Thanks!
Sincerely,
I know I haven't written in about 40 years or so. I offer you my heartfelt apology. It's just that...I was thinking that since I haven't asked for any presents in such a long time, you could grant me my one Christmas wish. My weigh-in day is Christmas morning and I'd really like to lose another two pounds.
Speaking of weight loss, don't you think a certain someone should cut down on the refined sugars and saturated fats if they are going to keep shimmying down chimneys for all of eternity? Your huge gut means you are at a high risk for heart disease and diabetes. I'd like you to be alive and kicking for a while for my grandchildren.
I'm afraid that in this household you are not going to find cookies under the tree this year, but perhaps only a 0 point fruit plate.
Thanks!
Sincerely,
ellen
Pimento Cheese Dip Recipe
This slimmed down version of a popular Southern recipe is a real treat for dieting dip lovers. Each serving has just 1 Points +, making it an ideal low calorie dip recipe to use on just about anything.
Ingredients
•1 cup reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
•1/4 cup reduced fat cream cheese, room temperature
•1/4 cup fat free cream cheese, room temperature
•1/4 cup fat free mayonnaise
•1 4-ounce jar sliced pimientos, drained and chopped
•2 tbsp red onion, grated
•1/4 tsp sea salt
•1 tsp garlic powder
•Dash of pepper
Instructions
1.Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheeses until smooth and fluffy. Add all of the remaining ingredients and beat until well blended.
Preparation time: 10 minute(s)
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Diet type: Vegetarian
Diet tags: Low calorie, Reduced fat
Number of servings (yield): 12
Culinary tradition: USA (Southern)
Entire recipe is 12 servings
Serving size is 2 tbsp
Each serving = 1 Points +
PER SERVING: 41 calories; 2 g fat; 2 g carbohydrates; 4 g protein; 0 g fiber
Read more: http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/08/22/pimento-cheese-dip-recipe/#ixzz1hO5KXIsE
Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
This easy broccoli recipe offers a great way to get in a healthy serving of broccoli along with a wonderful, cheesy broth. Hearty and healthy, it’s a low calorie Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe that makes a great meal idea for the whole family.
Ingredients
•8 oz broccoli crowns, cut into bit sized pieces
•2 14-ounce cans fat free, reduced sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
•1 cup reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
•1 large onion, chopped
•1 large carrot, diced
•2 stalks celery, diced
•1 large potato, peeled and diced
•1/2 cup fat free sour cream
•3 cloves garlic, minced
•1 tablespoon whole wheat all-purpose flour
•1/2 tsp dry mustard
•1/4 tsp paprika
•1/4 tsp nutmeg
•1 tsp salt
•1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1.Spray a Dutch oven or large saucepan with nonstick cooking spray and set over medium-high heat.
2.Add onion, carrot and celery; cook, stirring often, until the onion and celery soften, 5 to 6 minutes.
3.Add potato and garlic; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
4.Stir in flour, dry mustard, nutmeg and paprika; cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes.
5.Add broth, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
6.Stir in florets; simmer, covered, until the broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes more.
7.Transfer 2 cups of the mixture to a bowl and mash; return to the pan.
8.Stir in Cheddar and sour cream; cook over medium heat, stirring, until the cheese is melted and the chowder is heated through, about 2 minutes.
Preparation time: 10 minute(s)
Cooking time: 30 minute(s)
Diet tags: Low calorie, Reduced fat, Reduced carbohydrate
Number of servings (yield): 6
Culinary tradition: USA (Traditional)
Entire recipe makes 6 servings
Serving size is 1 cup
Each serving = 3 Points +
PER SERVING: 167 calories; 2 g fat ; 19 g carbohydrates; 10 g protein; 4 g fiber
Read more: http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/07/26/broccoli-cheese-soup-recipe/#ixzz1hO6Tlrjm
This easy broccoli recipe offers a great way to get in a healthy serving of broccoli along with a wonderful, cheesy broth. Hearty and healthy, it’s a low calorie Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe that makes a great meal idea for the whole family.
Ingredients
•8 oz broccoli crowns, cut into bit sized pieces
•2 14-ounce cans fat free, reduced sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
•1 cup reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
•1 large onion, chopped
•1 large carrot, diced
•2 stalks celery, diced
•1 large potato, peeled and diced
•1/2 cup fat free sour cream
•3 cloves garlic, minced
•1 tablespoon whole wheat all-purpose flour
•1/2 tsp dry mustard
•1/4 tsp paprika
•1/4 tsp nutmeg
•1 tsp salt
•1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1.Spray a Dutch oven or large saucepan with nonstick cooking spray and set over medium-high heat.
2.Add onion, carrot and celery; cook, stirring often, until the onion and celery soften, 5 to 6 minutes.
3.Add potato and garlic; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
4.Stir in flour, dry mustard, nutmeg and paprika; cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes.
5.Add broth, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
6.Stir in florets; simmer, covered, until the broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes more.
7.Transfer 2 cups of the mixture to a bowl and mash; return to the pan.
8.Stir in Cheddar and sour cream; cook over medium heat, stirring, until the cheese is melted and the chowder is heated through, about 2 minutes.
Preparation time: 10 minute(s)
Cooking time: 30 minute(s)
Diet tags: Low calorie, Reduced fat, Reduced carbohydrate
Number of servings (yield): 6
Culinary tradition: USA (Traditional)
Entire recipe makes 6 servings
Serving size is 1 cup
Each serving = 3 Points +
PER SERVING: 167 calories; 2 g fat ; 19 g carbohydrates; 10 g protein; 4 g fiber
Read more: http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/07/26/broccoli-cheese-soup-recipe/#ixzz1hO6Tlrjm
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