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Pour into a sprayed pie dish. Bake at 350 for approx. 1Hr 20Min or until set. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1611600053694-DU1LI0GVH09WRPTRHZKJ/blog-7-225x300.jpg Blog - Sweet Treats that Help Stay me on Track Without Feeling Like I’m on a Diet - Fresh Fruit The bag says it all! 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These guys work most of the time. My favorite is the arctic zero chocolate cherry chunk but there are so many good flavors! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1611601944974-IU8CETQMKT3W3TW093NS/blog-20-225x300.jpg Blog - Sweet Treats that Help Stay me on Track Without Feeling Like I’m on a Diet - Wrapped Bananas One of my absolute faves!! Remind me of my Gram an the rip wraps” she use to make from pie crust Ole wrap Almond butter I use 1 tbsp and nuke for about 15 seconds to soften so it spreads easier Add a Banana Sprinkle with Cinnamon Roll up and sprinkle with a little more cinnamon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1611596296673-LDYNBSGTCWUG3YFEKIOC/blog-224x300.jpg Blog - Sweet Treats that Help Stay me on Track Without Feeling Like I’m on a Diet - Layered Berries Been a night time favorite for years. Layer berries (I use frozen triple berry blend & lately have been on a raspberry kick), yogurt (dannon light and fit vanilla use to my fave for this but I have recently switched to plain greek), some sort of crunchies (I like the aldi’s granola with dark chocolate chunks), top with tru whip or cool whip and little drizzle of chocolate syrup! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1611600260444-ELHV0CT6J5L0HIDVG6X2/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Sweet Treats that Help Stay me on Track Without Feeling Like I’m on a Diet - Amazing Donuts 1 cup kodiak power cakes mix 1/4 tsp baking powder 1.5 tbsp sweetener (trivia, stevia, monk fruit) 1/2 cup natural applesauce 1/4 cup egg whites 1 tsp vanilla extract Bake @ 350 for 10 min. serves 6 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1611599204530-LOPNJ5AJMKMOQN7T9HK6/blog-2-224x300.jpg Blog - Sweet Treats that Help Stay me on Track Without Feeling Like I’m on a Diet - My Apple Pie Substitute Slice apples (I like them thin), Sprinkle with cinnamon (you may want to add a sweetener) Nuke for a minute or 2. Spread out on an ole wrap roll up and bake on 350 for about 10 minutes. The white stuff is tru-hip with a half a walnut https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1611599700724-HMY2I6Y4T8HRJHYRHAAJ/blog-224x300.jpg Blog - Sweet Treats that Help Stay me on Track Without Feeling Like I’m on a Diet - Pumpkin Mousse 2 small packages of instant sugar-free vanilla pudding 2 cups skim milk 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice 15 oz can pumpkin 8 oz fat free cool whip Make pudding first with 2 cups of skim milk Fold rest of ingredients (spice, pumpkin, coolwhip) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1611601810881-9EPLOCDEF3MJBC5XSJ1T/blog-17-300x300.jpg Blog - Sweet Treats that Help Stay me on Track Without Feeling Like I’m on a Diet - Flavored Teas so helpful when I’m out with people who order dessert. 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In Battlefield of the Mind, Joyce Meyer guides you through an honest self-appraisal by sharing the trials, tragedies and ultimate victories of her own marriage, family and ministry---including the truth she learned about what she was thinking and feeling every step of the way. You'll gain insight into how Joyce won the battle in her own mind---and how you can as well. This special updated edition includes an additional introduction and updated content throughout the book. You'll also discover how to: Find peace and gain control over your mind. See the truth by thinking correctly. Use spiritual weapons effectively. Overcome the 10 wilderness mentalities that hold you in harmful circumstances. If you're one of millions who suffer from worry, doubt, confusion, depression, anger or condemnation, you are experiencing an attack in your mind. Overcoming negative thoughts that come against your mind brings freedom and peace. Find out how to recognize damaging thought patterns and stop them from influencing your life. Don't surrender to misery another day. Find out today what you can do to ensure your victory in the Battlefield of the Mind! https://amzn.to/3bSMiLe https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1621971302850-A9OIO8CXJMYEI2UHY96I/salt+sugar+fat.jpg Books This one helped me in so many ways... I use to ask myself whats wrong with me? when I would feel out of control with certain foods... This book showed me there was nothing wrong with me I was doing exactly what those foods were designed to make me do about the book... A New York Times reporter traces the rise of the processed food industry and how addictive salt, sugar and fat have enabled its dominance in the past half-century. He identifies deliberate corporate practices behind current trends in obesity, diabetes and other health challenges. https://amzn.to/3p0XOJX https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1621971741728-GKDLVVQ4C7YL3K3UH7W0/beck+diet+1.jpg Books I read this book a few years ago and also did the work book. It is not promoting any specific diet plan at all it really speaks to so much to mindset and how important it is on a weight loss journey about the book... The Beck Diet Solution, authored by Dr. Judith S. Beck, uses cognitive and behavioral techniques to teach dieters how to lose weight and continually motivate themselves to maintain their weight loss. It is one of the first books to apply Cognitive Therapy techniques to dieting and permanent weight loss. book https://amzn.to/3yFTrrO workbook https://amzn.to/3vmnvH7 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1621972812614-EL0UNPNXDEMFUAFK14UD/renewing+of+the+mind.jpg Books I cannot say enough about this book! I accidentally stumbled across it while looking for another book on Amazon. I am so glad I did. This was not just a book I read it is one I continue to go back to. about the book... Do you ever feel like you’ll never change? Maybe you’ve been struggling with the same sin for years. Or you’re stuck in the grip of a negative emotion such as worry, insecurity, or anger. Or you’ve been trying to start a habit or pursue a goal, but it’s not happening. You feel like you’ll never change. But here’s the truth: God is powerful and He wants to help you. This book is all about going to God for help with transformation. Paul tells us in Romans 12:2 that we’re transformed by the renewing of the mind. In The Renewing of the Mind Project you’ll choose a project—something you’d really like to change—and apply Romans 12:2 to that project. Here are a few of the things you’ll be learning while you work on your project: How to renew your mind on a practical, day-by-day basis. How to pray Scripture, using the 250+ verses in this book. How to visit with God about your project, using the 48 sets of questions in this book. How to truth journal. As you work with God on your project, you’ll not only gain victory in that area of your life, you’ll also grow closer to God and more dependent on Him. And what could be better than that? https://amzn.to/2T7CNkD https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1621972970344-T2MLAXTIC6FZZKGM168L/freedom+from+procrastimnation.jpg Books About the book... Do you ever feel like you have a million things to do, but you're not doing any of them? 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Through daily Bible studies and practical renewing-of-the-mind tools such as truth journaling and Scripture prayers, you’ll develop a habit of going to God rather than food for help with life. The author also has a website and podcast that will encourage you as you go to God for help with breaking free from the control of food. https://amzn.to/3yBaNGp https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/home daily 1.0 2025-02-04 https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/book-a-session daily 0.75 2021-02-11 https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/services daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1606843188449-S6P4LV5UNMR196HXJ880/image-asset.jpeg Services - 1 on 1 Coaching We will work together to explore what is most important to you. I will ask alot of questions and help you dig deeper. 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Don’t have to worry about it being to hit or cold and having them melt or freeze and I love the salty ones with a sandwich https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576681595-DSSDUY9I19FW6HE8VKNC/ever.jpg Food Finds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576829104-EDAC2T5PTW6NO844TPP5/647.jpg Food Finds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576880879-GVEBU0Q66UJJ6CTDWXAL/tea+1.jpg Food Finds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576785028-FO5PHQ13AQ3SHCZ0ZOTU/garlic.jpg Food Finds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619577011577-K42E3HZ7HHUNCCO1B00T/built.jpg Food Finds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619577056423-MMPOL3GT75QNU9IZ85ND/stuffing.jpg Food Finds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619577124808-KC2KT2ZRMTO2VZC99C0Y/flavor+god.jpg Food Finds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619577191321-1NR7OOMZ9CJDDDVDA5VM/palmini.jpg Food Finds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619577290895-OL4VLA2L4WKMLQC2IWZ0/dessert.jpg Food Finds https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/movies daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/contact daily 0.75 2021-02-11 https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/gadgets daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/quotes daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/testimonials daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/lunch daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619572576296-4F1CAEXZ60OJMCF5T4A2/beets.jpg Lunch Roasted beet and spinach grilled cheese sandwich https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619572518985-7XVD987UJMGA44M7TTJW/cuke.jpg Lunch Best when cukes are in season. peel and cut length wise and scoop seeds then make whatever you like in a sandwich this one is roast beef red peppers and goat cheese https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619572411104-R5LFNWPT388NYCP5GBO5/quesadilla.jpg Lunch yummy quesadilla this one has spinach, mushrooms, onions, leftover steak and mexican blend chese spread out on an ole wrap through it on the George Forman grill sides salsa and fat free greek yogurt https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619572746266-H14SPWMNBP6PNY2Z1QJ3/dill.jpg Lunch 1/8 cup fat free cream cheese 1 or 2 oz shredded cheddar ( I go with 2 and use the Cabot 75% fat free) Scallion or I use white onion chopped 1 dill pickle Mix it up spread on your bread (I use the 647) and spread a little Brummel and brown butter and toss on the George Forman Sooooo good!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619572878762-TF16HHBHJWJJ7WQQIV8Y/steak+sand.jpg Lunch When I feel like a steak sand which and fries sauteed mushrooms and onions in a tsp of oil add thin sliced roast beef, stuff the pepper toss in the oven on 350 for about 15 minutes add shredded 4 cheese Italian blend the fries are just roasted potatoes cut into strips https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619572669952-K29S1Z6KLKPCEF465GWS/fish+taco.jpg Lunch My Version of fish taco's Baked cod coated with a tablespoon of OPA roasted garlic dressing Shredded up a little added to ole wrap some romaine lettuce red onion and grape tomatoes Added 1 more tbsp of dressing https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/sides daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619574450498-W1S0UHZQKQXX52YZWU73/shrooms.jpg Sides 1 pound white button mushrooms 2 tablespoons water 1⁄4 cup dried Italian-style breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, minced 1⁄4 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried) 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt black pepper to taste 2 tbsp olive oil to drizzle olive oil spray Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice off the bottom of the stems; then, use a moist paper towel to gently remove any dirt from mushrooms. Quarter or halve the mushrooms, depending on the size. Sprinkle water in the bottom of a 13 x 9 baking dish then place mushrooms in a single layer on top of the water. In a small bowl combine next six ingredients: breadcrumbs through salt/pepper. Sprinkle mixture evenly on top of the mushrooms. Drizzle evenly with olive oil then spray the top with olive oil spray so it’s evenly coated. Bake uncovered until the mushrooms are golden, about 20 minutes. Serve hot or warm. https://www.skinnytaste.com/dinas-tossed-mushrooms/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619574386762-56DXDA7WMG2HSI5KFUPS/squash.jpg Sides Super Easy and SUper delish! Best part is no need to peel Preheat oven to 425°F. Scrub the outside of the squash with a brush until very clean. Cut ends off to create two flat edges. Cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Cut into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices, keeping the size of the slices consistent. Rub, toss, or spray with olive oil so both sides of each slice are coated with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and spread onto baking pan in a single layer. Place in preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes. Flip each slice over and roast for another 15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Enjoy!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619574535200-9CU5O7FS473NK7NTLBTU/roasted+veggies.jpg Sides Just tossed a bunch of veggies I had in the oven 425 for about 30 minutes! Cooked up some egg noodles and voila... a bowl of deliciousness!! Really good with a little goat cheese and chicken sausage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619574643499-26QRPFSXHAUWFG9I0S94/salsa.jpg Sides Pineapple mango salsa 1 cup pineapple 1 cup mango 1 small red onion 3 scallions 1 small red pepper 1 jalapeño (remove the seeds) All chopped small and combine in bowl Squeeze the juice of 2 limes over mixture and let set for at least a half hour covered in the fridge Add salt and cilantro if desired https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619574799502-HWDX60FBYW9I5W18WZKX/has.jpg Sides Hasselback potatoes are a super fun side I like to use russet Slice he potato into thin slices leaving about 1/4 in at the bottom unsliced I spray with olive oil and melt down a little Brummel and Brown and add Trader Joe’s everyday seasoning Bake at 450 degrees for about an hour https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619574713260-7JLY8U7IKLZ97JEHO91O/baby.jpg Sides Stuffed Baby Bella's remove stems and chop small saute in a tsp of oil and add garlic (about 5 min) toss them in a bowl and add 8 oz of greek cream cheese, 1/4 cup bread crumbs and 1/4 cup parm cheese. Stuff the mushrooms and sprinkled smoked paprika over top. Tossed in the airfryer for about 15 minutes or Bake in 35 oven for 20 minutes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619575013044-BVU73CTM3R3LFJ10PHGK/spag.jpg Sides Prick outside squash about 15 times then t tossed spaghetti squash in the crockpot with about a cup and a half of water (The plan was to cook it on low for about five hours but after two hours I realized I didn't turn the crock pot on) so I cooked it on high for three hours. Let it cool for about 20 minutes cut it open and scoop out the seeds shred with fork to make strands https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619574882970-469AIFEUM4G32MX3QU7N/zuc.jpg Sides Zucchini Bites Cut zucchini into 1/4" slices dip in egg roll in Panko or bread crumbs seasoned with garlic or your favorite spices bake at 450 for about 20 minutes and then I flipped them and cooked for another 5 minutes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619575667979-7IF41JHS7OG4P56UEZ59/aspa.jpg Sides Cheesy, garlic asparagus Sprayed with olive oil in a separate bowl mixed crushed garlic and salt and pepper and drizzled over asparagus and messaged it in Roast for 5 to 7 minutes Sprinkled shredded mozzarella cheese over asparagus and tossed under the broiler for a couple minutes Sooooo gooood!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619575143829-37TKGBN9T3JXKPVDELBE/cott.jpg Sides New favorite!! Just sprinkle a little everything but the bagel seasoning on your favorite cottage cheese https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619575098568-68TJPMCB1E0CQJH9P3B1/garlic+knots.jpg Sides A fave in our house! Just used the 2 ingredient dough recipe added a little butter extract and some garlic baked for about 10 minutes on 400 https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/breakfast daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619570990170-T2EP2VMTCRNFNBTTF5WS/overnight.jpg Breakfast So good and filling! 1/4 cup oats 1/2 cup unsweetened chocolate almond milk 1 tbsp chocolate PB2 1 tbsp chia seeds Raspberries mix together in a mason jar shake it up and toss it in the fridge ready to grab and go in the morning I make a few at a time to have through out the week https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619571053284-U9986VWAP7IT67KWDBI9/cinna.jpg Breakfast I cup self rising flour 1 cup plain non fat Greek yogurt (added a little butter extract) mixed it up I use my hands to flatten out sprinkle with flavor god buttery cinnamon roll seasoning and a little extra cinnamon roll up and cut into pinwheels baked in the airfryer at 400 for 15 minutes flipping halfway https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619571126197-ZDTODU43I2XV939MT39M/french+toast.jpg Breakfast ust used about half the bottle of premiere and one egg whisked it up soaked bread (I used the 647) and cooked it up. Nuked some raspberries for about 1 minutes and topped it off with that and sprinkled with cinnamon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619570663026-A8V5R2WHA99G5D1IUFGS/pumpkin+oats.jpg Breakfast https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619570720553-IV0CODNX6RMGDYSJQG07/banana+wrap.jpg Breakfast One of my absolute favorites!!! Ole wrap Almond butter I use 1 tbsp and nuke for about 15 seconds to soften so it spreads easier Add a Banana Sprinkle with Cinnamon Roll up and sprinkle with a little more cinnamon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619570874974-DQH0V8PMVLMBVVVV8YA5/banana+pancakes.jpg Breakfast Banana pancakes!! 1 banana About 1/2 cup oats 1/4 cup egg whites Vanilla and cinnamon Toss in the ninja or food processor add a few berries and cook like pancakes I top mine with s little blueberry almond butter https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619570124186-OQKZJ977MG9LL3DVUUL9/donuts.jpg Breakfast Amazing Donuts 1 cup kodiak power cakes mix 1/4 tsp baking powder 1.5 tbsp sweetener (trivia, stevia, monk fruit) 1/2 cup natural applesauce 1/4 cup egg whites 1 tsp vanilla extract Bake @ 350 for 10 min. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619570548732-MJENVN618I0JYENQ9T3A/b+pizza.jpg Breakfast Used the 2 ingredient bagel recipe for the crust baked for about 15 minutes then topped with a couple scrambled a couple of eggs and already cooked turkey bacon topped with 75% Cabot cheese and tossed under the broiler for a couple minutes. Yummmmm https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619570479206-2ODGHK5554EGE5V1VZSA/bagels.jpg Breakfast 2 Ingredient Dough Bagels So easy and so good!! And only 3 smart points!!! I didn't have the self rising flour so I made my own Self-rising flour is a combination of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. ... The blend is typically comprised of 1 cup of all-purpose flour plus 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon fine salt (thank you google) 2 Ingredient Bagels Makes 2 3sp bagels Ingredients 1/2 C fat free plain Greek yogurt 1/2 C self rising flour Pinch of salt 1 egg, beaten for an egg wash Everything seasoning Directions 1. In a large bowl, add yogurt first, followed by salt and self rising flour. Use a rubber spatula to mix together. It will be crumbly at first which is totally normal. Meanwhile bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and preheat over to 450 degrees. 2. Flour your hands and work surface and begin kneading. I knead my dough in the bowl because its less messy. Knead until you can easily form a ball, about 20-30 turns. 3. Cut the dough in half. Roll each section of dough into a long rope about 1/2-3/4″ in diameter. Pinch the two ends together to form a bagel shape. 4. Carefully drop the bagels into the boiling water using a spatula so it doesn’t break apart. Allow to boil for about a minute (the bagel will float to the top) then flip it over using the spatula and boil for another 30 seconds. At about this time you’ll be thankful you didn’t skip this step because they will get much larger and fluffier. 5. Remove bagels and transfer to a parchment lined cookie tray. Using a basting brush lightly spread the egg wash over the bagel then sprinkle with seasoning of choice. Bake at 450 for 20 minutes (give or take) until golden brown. You may want to broil them to get them a little crispy or crank your oven up to about 550 for 1-2 minutes to brown them a little more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619571456532-IBL0OTHV16XSYY8ZD1DO/ft+casserole.jpg Breakfast Premier French Toast Casserole Mixed up I premier protein shake (I used cinnamon roll) with 2 eggs Cut up 8 slices of bread (used the 647 bread) Cut a large apple into cubes Soaked the bread in the egg mixture and then poured into a 9X9 pan Mixed in the apples (I’m a volume eater so this really helps there) Baked for 40 minutes on 350 For the top I just nuked up some frozen raspberries for about a minute Super tasty!! https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/dinner daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619562675786-6O7HJAH4GXWR1FCPOLR5/hasselback+chicken.jpg Dinner HASSELBACK CHICKEN You’ll Need – Splash of oil – Heaping 1 ½ cups (1 ¾ ounces or 50 grams) fresh spinach – Scant ¼ cup (1 ¾ ounces or 50 grams) ricotta cheese – 2 chicken breasts – Heaping ⅛ cup (¾ ounce or 20 grams) cheddar cheese, grated – Paprika – Salt – Pepper How To Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius or Gas Mark 6). In a sauté pan over medium heat, add the oil and cook the spinach in it for 3 to 5 minutes, until it is slightly wilted. Stir in the ricotta and cook for a further 30 to 60 seconds. Allow to cool. Cut slits into the chicken breasts, about 1 centimeter (0.39 inches) apart and 75% of the way through the chicken. You don’t have to be too stressed about the depth of the cuts, so long as you don’t cut all the way through it! Stuff all of the spinach and ricotta mixture into the cuts. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese generously on top. Generously sprinkle the paprika, adding color and flavor. Bake in the center of the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the juices are clear https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619562791473-V7GR6SNHZ988LG5WI7LE/steak+fries.jpg Dinner These are AMAZING!!! If you love steak and french fries you HAVE to try this!! Another one from the Skinnytaste one and done cookbook. Ingredients Olive oil cooking spray 1 (8-oz) lean sirloin steak (½ inch thick) 1 tsp kosher salt, divided ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp garlic powder, divided Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 11 oz russet potatoes 2 tsp olive oil ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese or queso fresco ½ cup pico de gallo Adjust oven racks in top and bottom third of oven. Preheat broiler to high. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Season steak with ½ tsp salt, cumin, ¼ tsp garlic powder and pepper to taste. Arrange on prepared pan. Broil on top rack 4 minutes. Turn; broil 1-2 minutes. Transfer steak to a cutting board; tent with foil. Reduce oven to 450°F. Coat pan with cooking spray. Cut potatoes lengthwise into ¼-inch slabs; cut each slab into ¼-inch fries. Place on prepared pan. Drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp garlic powder; toss well to coat. Arrange in a single layer. Roast in bottom third of oven 10 minutes or until browned on the bottom. Turn and roast 8-10 minutes or until crisp and browned. Remove pan from oven. Meanwhile, thinly slice beef across the grain; chop into small pieces. When fries are done, top with steak and cheese. Return pan to top rack of oven for 2 minutes or until cheese melts. Top with pico de gallo; serve immediately. Serves 2 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619562869893-8JIOT53FPYKIM22HQO9O/honey+mustard.jpg Dinner This one is out of the Skinnytaste One & Done cookbook Wayne is not a fan of cauliflower so I used shrooms instead. I also used thyme out of my spice cabinet in place of the fresh. 9 points and so worth it but I am sure if you swap out the thighs for breast you could make it for less. I myself think the thighs make it nice and juicy and delish! Four 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided ¼ cup honey ¼ cup Dijon mustard 3 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and chopped 1½ cups cauliflower florets 1 medium red onion, chopped, layers separated 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1. Position one oven rack in the center and the other 6 inches below the broiler. Preheat the oven to 400°F. 2. Season both sides of the chicken with ½ teaspoon of the salt. Transfer to a plate. In a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard and 1 teaspoon of the thyme. 3. In a 9-by-13-inch baking dish, toss together the vegetables, olive oil, remaining ½ teaspoon salt and remaining 2 teaspoons thyme. Roast on the center rack for 10 minutes, then remove the baking dish from the oven. Toss the vegetables and then place the chicken on top. Spoon or brush half the honey-mustard sauce onto the chicken. 4. Return the baking dish to the center rack and roast until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes. Spoon or brush the remaining honey-mustard sauce onto the chicken. Switch the oven to broil, move the baking dish to the upper rack, and broil until the chicken begins to brown, about 4 minutes. Serve immediately. 4 servings https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619563118384-CG8XWMEVS1G1USB8OQUG/bagel.jpg Dinner This is a fantastic skinnytaste recipe out of the one and done cookbook Everything but the bagel chicken roll-ups 1/4 cup everything but the bagel seasoning 1/2 cup sesame seeds 2 eggs beaten 1/2 cup whipped cream cheese 1/2 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar 1/4 cup scallions (I used onion) 8 thin sliced chicken breast cutlets 1/2 cup chopped baby spinach Olive oil Combine bagel seasoning and sesame seasoning in one bowl Preheat air fryer to 375 In another bowl combine cream cheese, cheddar and scallions Spread 1 1/2 tbsp pf the mixture on each cutlet and add some spinach in the center of each. Roll chicken and place seam side down Dredge each roll up in the egg, then the seasoning Toss in the airfryer spray the tops with oil and cook for 15 minutes. Turn halfway through. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619563277228-0TQDNZ5RID0INF13EECE/chicken+taco+chili.jpg Dinner Super easy! Super good! Toss in the crockpot or instant pot 1 small onion, chopped 1 (15.5 oz) can black beans, drained 1 (15.5 oz) can kidney beans, drained 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce 10 oz package frozen corn kernels 2 (10 oz) cans diced tomatoes 4 oz can chopped green chili peppers, chopped 1 packet reduced sodium taco seasoning 1 tbsp cumin 1 tbsp chili powder 24 oz (3) boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Slow cooker directions Combine beans, onion, chili peppers, corn, tomato sauce, diced tomato, cumin, chili powder and taco seasoning in a slow cooker and mix well. Nestle the chicken in to completely cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours. Half hour before serving, remove chicken and shred. Return chicken to slow cooker and stir in. Top with fresh cilantro and your favorite toppings! https://www.skinnytaste.com/crock-pot-chicken-taco-chili.../ Instant pot directions Place all ingredients in your Instant Pot. Make sure seal is in lid properly, apply lid, set vent to sealing. Set instant pot to soup (or you can use manual) with high pressure for 8 minutes. Allow to natural pressure release by not touching the vent for 10 minutes Shred chicken breast with two forks and place back in pot https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619563361098-IJF2CNBNZ2JJZND48YQ7/calzone.jpg Dinner Use the 2 ingredient dough (Equal parts self rising flour and plain Greek yogurt) Flatten out dough and stuff it with your faves. Air fryer for 15 minutes on 360 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619566466385-97651M8WBFG4I50X5ZLF/zucchinin.jpg Dinner Zucchini Boats Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups quick marinara sauce 4 (31 oz total) medium zucchini 1 tsp oil 1/2 small onion, finely diced 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 14 oz lean Italian chicken sausage, removed from casing (Al Fresco) 1/2 cup part skim shredded mozzarella (Polly-O) 8 tsp grated Parmesan cheese Bring a large pot of water to boil. Preheat oven to 400°. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise and using a spoon or melon baller, scoop out flesh, leaving 1/4″ thick. Chop the scooped out flesh of the zucchini in small pieces and set aside. Drop zucchini halves in boiling water and cook 1 minute. Remove from water. Place 1/4 cup of sauce in the bottom of a 9 x 12″ baking dish, and place zucchini halves cut side up. In a large saute pan, brown sausage, breaking up as it cooks into smaller pieces until browned; set aside. Heat oil and add onion, garlic and bell pepper. Cook on a medium-low heat for about 2-3 minutes, until onions are translucent. Add chopped zucchini, season with salt and pepper and cook about 2-3 minutes. Combine with sausage and cook a few more minutes. Using a spoon, fill each hollowed zucchini with 1/3 cup cooked sausage, pressing firmly. Top each with 2 tablespoons each of sauce, 1 tablespoon each of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1 teaspoon each of parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes until cheese is melted and zucchini is cooked through. http://www.skinnytaste.com/sausage-stuffed-zucchini-boats/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619566784820-3MN166JIYG2P3OAO32DN/fahita.jpg Dinner Hasselback fajita chicken 1 large chicken breasts 1 tbsp fajita seasoning 1 tsp oil 3 different colored bell peppers, thinly sliced 1 red onion thinly sliced 1/8 cup reduced fat cheese Rub the oil and seasonings into the chicken breasts and cut parallel lines into the chicken breasts, roughly 4/5 of the way down – make sure you don’t cut all the way through! In each cut place a slice of each colored pepper and red onion. I tossed mine in the air fryer for about 20 minutes but the oven at 350 for 25 or 30 minutes would do it to add cheese for a few minutes till it melts https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619566353367-EO7ICWM7JQES1P16NCX0/chicken+pizza.jpg Dinner A family fave! Use the chicken as the crust!! Super tasty and super filling Bake a pounded out breast or chicken cutlet for about 10 minutes and then add your favorite toppings toss back in for about another 15 minutes and enjoy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567042851-16ES6OBQ527RW7YB0P0J/shrimp.jpg Dinner Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas 1 1/2 pounds of shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced thin 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin 1 orange bell pepper, sliced thin 1 small red onion, sliced thin 1 1/2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon of kosher salt several turns of freshly ground pepper 2 teaspoon of chili powder 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika lime fresh cilantro for garnish tortillas, warmed https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567136397-TP5XKBZ9P1PL92A1QH3I/birdballs.jpg Dinner 2 eggs 1 lb 99% lean ground turkey 1 lb 99% lean ground chicken 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs 1t salt 1t pepper 1t garlic powder (or whatever seasonings you like) Preheat oven to 400. Spray muffin pan with non-stick spray. Mix all ingredients well and form into GIGANTIC balls! Put them in muffin pan and bake 20 minutes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567195856-3A7VB3B7FNRKC9LTCH2U/pork.jpg Dinner Slowcooker hasselback apple pork loin 2 pounds pork tenderloin 2 apples, thinly sliced 2 cups baby carrots 2 cups baby potatoes 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon cinnamon salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste Using a paring knife, make a series of small, parallel cuts across the length of the pork loin and fill each with an apple slice. Place carrots and potatoes in the bottom of slow cooker, then place the apple-filled pork loin on https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567417729-1A1UKMEINR70LCMLCT0V/unstuffes+cabbage.jpg Dinner UNSTUFFED CABBAGE Ingredients: 1 pounds 99% lean ground turkey or beef 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 small cabbage, chopped 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low sodium diced tomatoes 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon sea salt Directions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey or beef and onion and cook, stirring, until ground turkey is no longer pink and onion is tender. Add the garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute. Add the chopped cabbage, tomatoes, tomato sauce, pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until cabbage is tender. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567575033-0AO8KKDDW7NC0Y2TWIEH/chicken.jpg Dinner Crockpot Cashew Chicken.. Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thigh tenders or chicken breast tenders... 1/4 cup all purpose flour 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 Tbsp canola oil or olive oil 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar 2 Tbsp ketchup 1 Tbsp brown sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1/2 cup cashews Directions: Combine flour and pepper in large Ziploc bag. Add chicken. Shake to coat with flour mixture. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken about 2 minutes on each side. Place chicken in slow cooker. Combine soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, sugar, garlic, ginger, and pepper flakes in small bowl; pour over chicken. Cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours. Add cashews and stir. Serve over rice. Makes 4-6 servings. If you want like sauce and want to have some to pour over the chicken and the rice, double the sauce ingredients https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567494243-Z1VIR79T566X6YRNM9CY/cod.jpg Dinner Baked Lemon Cod with Asparagus in foil 12 ounces cod, fresh or dethawed, at room temperature 1 lb asparagus, washed and trimmed 2.5 medium lemons, sliced into rounds 1/2 medium yellow onion, sliced into rounds/rings 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tbsp garlic salt 1/2 tbsp lemon pepper 1/2 tbsp Italian Bread Crumbs Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place large foil sheet on baking tray. Spray with cooking coil. Place slices of one lemon, and half of the onion slices on the foil sheet. Top lemon and onion with asparagus, then another layer of lemon and onion. Top with cod. Sprinkle everything with olive oil, garlic salt and lemon pepper. Squeeze juice of 1/2 lemon over top. Sprinkle bread crumbs over cod. Roast for 13-15 minutes, until cod starts to flake and asparagus is crisp-tender. Optional: Broil on top rack for 1 minute to brown bread crumbs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567881154-X4QDL1KP4AD7DIDYHJKB/pork+chops.jpg Dinner oss boneless pork chops in the crockpot ( these were frozen because it was a last minute thought) poor about 2 cups of unsweetened applesauce over the too add cinnamon ( you can add a little brown sugar too) cooked on low for about 7 hours served with whole wheat egg noodles and stemmed a bag of green beans https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567698276-WJGPURMO8XMVONHBGHLO/stirfry.jpg Dinner Almost forgot about this one... super quick and super easy and low or no points depending on how you make it. I sauté onions and mushrooms in a little olive oil then add garlic and ginger then frozen deveined and peeled shrimp you could also cook chicken or beef with us and it is delicious or just do veggie and then add the coleslaw and a little soy sauce or the liquid amino’s done in just a couple minutes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619567798089-OWRVQAP39Q0VHB6EVLA5/sloppy+jo.jpg Dinner Sloppy Joes 1 pound 93% ground beef 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 ketchup 1/4 cup sugar free bbq sauce 2 tbsp cider vinegar 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp truvia brown sugar 1 tsp chili powder Cooked these guys in the instant pot but could definitely be done in slow cooker or on the stove saute beef until brown add pepper, onion and garlic and cook for another 3 minutes add ketchup bbq vinegar and worcestershire https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568035748-CZOVKLFVIA23II5E2XSH/lemon+caper.jpg Dinner Super delish!! Sautéed Chicken with Lemon-Caper Sauce white all-purpose flour ¼ cup(s) black pepper ¼ tsp uncooked skinless boneless chicken thigh(s)20 oz, (4 5-oz. thighs), trimmed olive oil 2 tsp reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 cup(s) fresh lemon juice 2 Tbsp capers 1½ Tbsp, drained fresh parsley 1 Tbsp, chopped Combine flour and pepper on sheet of wax paper. Coat chicken with flour mixture. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken to skillet and cook, turning once, until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Transfer to plate. Add broth to skillet and bring to boil, stirring to scrape up browned bits from bottom of pan. Cook until broth is reduced slightly, about 3 minutes. Return chicken to skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until chicken is heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and capers. Sprinkle with parsley. Divide chicken evenly among 4 plates. Drizzle with sauce. Serving size: 1 chicken thigh and 1½ Tbsp sauce https://www.weightwatchers.com/.../5b915325b2edd90020028d67 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568108922-MGKUZ7TDIICXQMS3LSGR/egg+roll+bowl.jpg Dinner Egg roll in a bowl Ingredients : 1 lb ground beef 1 bag dry coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots) 5 cloves garlic (used the frozen cubes) 1/2 cup soy sauce 1 teaspoon ginger (i used the frozen cubes) sliced green onion Instructions: Saute as much of the above ingredients as you want in a non-stick pan with cooking spray until tender but still a bit crunchy, then set aside. Saute 2 ounces of extra lean ground beef, garlic, diced yellow onion and freshly grated ginger. Add meat mixture to vegetables. Pour on soy sauce and stir well. Place in bowl and top with freshly sliced green onions. really great with the little baby shrimp or pork as well https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568209552-N4DCWORA4AWNGJIXYBIQ/loaded+chicke+and+potatoes+%282020_04_15+11_32_52+UTC%29.jpg Dinner Lightened up Loaded Chicken & Potatoes 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed 4 medium skin on potatoes, cut in 1/2″ cubes 1/3 c olive oil 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 Tbsp paprika 2 Tbsp garlic powder 1 8 oz cabot 75% cheese (shredded) I keep them frozen and when thawed they crumble perfectly 4 strips turkey bacon bacon 1 onion chopped or diced 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 8x8″ baking dish with cooking spray. 2. In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, Add the cubed potatoes and chicken and stir to coat. Carefully scoop the potatoes and chicken into the prepared baking dish.. 3. Bake the potatoes and chicken for 55-60 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes, until cooked through, crispy, and browned on the outside. While the potatoes are cooking, cook up the turkey bacon 4. Once the potatoes and chicken are fully cooked, remove from the oven. Top the cooked potatoes with the the cheese, bacon, and onion. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. original recipe I had seen had hot sauce in the mix for those that may want to add that 4 servings https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568516048-2QWNHOFMY9GVY38SWBPO/clow+cooker+chicken.jpg Dinner Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore 1 pound skinless chicken thighs, cut into bitesize pieces 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (fresh, frozen or canned) 1 cup green peppers, chopped 1 cup onions, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced" 1 Tbsp canned tomatoe paste 1 14 1/2 oz can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes 1/4 cup dry, red wine salt, pepper, oregano to taste Heat 5-6 hours on high, or 6-8 hours on low. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568332100-4RTLKA2K6R5NT1MW7ELX/very+veggie.jpg Dinner Very Veggie Turkey Meat loaf Ingredients cooking spray 1 spray(s) olive oil 1 tsp uncooked onion(s) ½ small, finely chopped uncooked carrot(s) 2 medium, coarsely shredded fresh baby spinach 5 oz, (1 package) uncooked zucchini 1 medium, coarsely shredded garlic clove(s) 3 medium clove(s), minced rosemary 2 tsp, fresh, minced egg(s) 1 large Dijon Mustard 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 Tbsp table salt ½ tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp uncooked 99% fat-free ground turkey breast 1 pound uncooked quick oats 1 cup, or old-fashioned oats shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese ½ cup(s) Preheat oven to 375°F. Line large rimmed baking sheet with foil; spray foil with nonstick spray. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add carrots, spinach, zucchini, garlic, and rosemary. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften, about 3 minutes. Drain and transfer to large shallow dish to cool slightly. Whisk together egg, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in large bowl. Add turkey, oats, and vegetable mixture and stir to mix well. Transfer mixture to baking pan and form into 4 x 10-inch loaf. Bake until instant-read thermometer inserted into center of meat loaf registers 165°F, about 50 minutes. Sprinkle with mozzarella and let stand 5 minutes before cutting into 12 slices. Serving size: 2 slices https://www.weightwatchers.com/.../5c993ed35e84d2001c1cf17f https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568426187-2GEUV29IK0RHY38B0W3A/polyn.jpg Dinner Ingredients 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (about 1.5 pounds), cut into 2" cubes 1 red bell pepper, cored and seeded, sliced into 1" strips 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks in natural juice 2 tablespoons Bragg Liquid Aminos (gluten free) or lite soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger 1/3 cup honey 2 tablespoons cornstarch Pour juice from canned pineapple chunks into a small mixing bowl. Add to juice, Bragg Liquid Aminos (or soy sauce), garlic, ginger and honey, whisk to combine. Add cornstarch and stir until combined. Place chicken in slow cooker, add pineapple chunks. Pour pineapple mixture over chicken, cover and cook on low 4-5 hours. Add bell peppers the last 15 minutes of cook time. Serve chicken over a bed of quinoa or brown rice. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568643070-YF1BZGZL942JWMHB69WX/cheesy+chicken.jpg Dinner Cheesy Chicken Stuffing Bake 8 (4 oz each) thin boneless skinless chicken breast cutlets , (2 lbs total) 6 slices 2% reduced fat Swiss cheese ½ cup skim milk 1 (10.75 oz) can of Campbell’s 98% fat free cream of chicken soup 6 oz box of chicken flavored stuffing mix, such as Stove Top 4 tablespoons light butter, melted Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly mist a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer across the bottom of the baking dish. Tear the cheese slices into pieces and use them to cover the breasts. In a mixing bowl, mix together the milk and cream of chicken soup until combined. Pour over the top of the chicken. In another mixing bowl, stir together the stuffing mix and melted butter until the stuffing is coated. Sprinkle the stuffing mix over the tops of the chicken. Place in the oven and bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes. https://emilybites.com/2012/03/cheesy-chicken-stuffing.html https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568825046-RTV5J941MMFROGTSDLMK/cheicken+parm.jpg Dinner Amazing!! Dward Cooks Chicken Parm 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, and butterflied into eight 4oz breasts 3 eggs 3 oz panko breadcrumbs 2 oz seasoned Italian breadcrumbs 1 oz grated parmesan cheese 1 oz all purpose flour 1 tbsp dijon mustard 1 tbsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp dry parsley 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp kosher salt divided 2 tsp ground pepper divided 2 cups (or more) of your preferred sauce 8 slices of mozzarella SET UP YOUR BREADING STATIONS In bowl #1, add about a half a cup of flour and 1 tsp each of salt and pepper. In bowl #2, add 3 eggs and dijon. Whisk to combine. In bowl #3, add breadcrumbs, parmesan, and all remaining seasonings. BREAD YOUR CHICKEN Dredge chicken in bowl #1 and pat chicken breast so excess flour comes off. Coat chicken in egg from bowl #2, then toss in bowl #3 until fully covered. Place breaded chicken onto a plate until all chicken breasts are coated. BAKED COOKING METHOD Set an oven safe wire rack (the kind you would let cookies cool on) onto a baking sheet. Give the rack a healthy spray of cooking spray so the chicken won't stick. This will allow air to circulate around the chicken and make all sides crunchy. Spray both sides of chicken with cooking spray and place on the wire rack. Cook at 400 degrees for about 20-25 minutes. Chicken should be cooked until 165 degrees. Juices will run clear when cut. Once chicken is cooked, add about 1/4c of sauce to each chicken breast. Optional step, place the chicken back into the oven for an additional 5 minutes so the sauce can cook down a little. Remove chicken and top with mozzarella. Finish with a broil until cheese starts to bubble all golden and delicious. If you are afraid to use your broiler, just heat in the oven until cheese is melty. https://dwardcooks.com/chicken-parmesan/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568752390-FPUESANWDP8KCLZN8W75/chicken+and+stuffing.jpg Dinner Emily Bites Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing 3 large chicken breasts 1 (10.75 oz) can of Healthy Request Cream of Chicken Soup ½ cup fat free sour cream 1 (6 oz) box of dry stuffing mix , such as Stove-Top, or you can use 1 cup reduced sodium chicken broth Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker. In a mixing bowl, stir together the Cream of Chicken soup and sour cream until combined and then spread the mixture over the top of the chicken breasts in an even layer. Rinse out your mixing bowl and then add in the dry stuffing mix and chicken broth. Stir together to combine and then spread the stuffing evenly over the top of the cream of chicken soup layer in your slow cooker. Place the cover on the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Stir together (chicken will fall apart into shreds/chunks) before serving. I think I will add some mushrooms next time https://emilybites.com/.../slow-cooker-chicken-and... https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619569073445-6TFVA8LS4RN86R3ABZ9O/veggie+bean.jpg Dinner VEGETABLE BEAN CHILI Onion 2-28 ounce cans diced tomatoes 2 zucchini 2 yellow squash 1 15 ounce can black beans 2 15 ounce cans beef broth 4 celery ribs 2 green bell peppers Jalapeno pepper Chipotle pepper in Adobe Chili seasoning mix Over low to medium heat, cook onion, zucchini, squash, celery, green bell peppers, and seeded jalapeno pepper (as much as you want--it adds spice) until soft. Add tomatoes, black beans, beef broth, chili seasoning mix, and chipotle pepper (again be careful how much--it does add spice). Cook over low to medium heat uncovered until as thick as you would like it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619569011438-1CAYS8YI7KAD2I3MQ64U/pper+steak.jpg Dinner One Pan Pepper Steak 1.5 lbs lean steak ( I used london broil) 1 tablespoon corn starch cooking spray 1 red bell pepper 1 onion 1/4 c reduced sodium soy sauce 3 cloves garlic (used the frozen cubes) 1 tsp ginger (I use the frozen cubes) 1 tablespoon brown sugar (used truvia brown sugar) 1 tsp rice wine vinegar Mince the garlic cloves. Whisk together the soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sugar and vinegar in a small bowl to form the sauce. Set aside for later. Thinly slice the flank steak in strips. Toss in a bowl with the corn starch. Set aside. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and onion. Heat a wok (or large frying pan) over super high heat. Once the pan is heated, add cooking spray. Add the the pepper and onion strips and sauté them until they are blistered-looking and begin to cook down. They should be slightly soft, but not mushy. This should take around 10 minutes. Remove the peppers and onions from the pan once they are cooked. Add more cooking spray to the pan. Add half of the coated beef strips to the pan, making sure the beef is spaced apart. This allows it to sear, rather than overcrowd in the pan and steam. Remove the first batch from the pan. Spray the pan again and cook the second batch of beef. Once the second batch is done, return all of the beef and veggies to the pan. Add the sauce you made in step 1. Cook together for a few minutes for the flavors to blend. Top with chopped scallions and sesame seeds to taste. https://sweetsavoryandsteph.com/one-pan-pepper-steak/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619568917195-SWITPNNKJNPQRXZ0G0WC/tuscan.jpg Dinner Tuscan Garlic Chicken 4 chicken breast cutlets (or 2 large breasts cut in half lengthwise) 1 tsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt pepper 1/4 cup fat free chicken broth 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup unsweetened, plain almond milk 1/3 cup half and half (I used fat free) 2 tsp cornstarch 1/2 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes NOT packed in oil* ( had no sundried so I used diced tomatoes) 2 cups fresh baby spinach Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add olive oil and a spritz of cooking spray to the pan. Swirl oil around to coat. Add chicken and sear until golden brown and mostly cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from pan and set aside. Lower heat to medium. Add garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add chicken stock in to deglaze, scarping up any browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together almond milk, half and half, and cornstarch. Add this mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer. Mix basil, oregano, and sundried tomatoes into the sauce. Continue to simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add parmesan and spinach. Stir until cheese is melted into the sauce and spinach is just wilted. Place chicken and juices back in the skillet and simmer until chicken is heated through. Taste sauce for seasoning and add salt and pepper to taste. Let rest for 5 minutes off the heat, so chicken can rest and the sauce can thicken a bit more. https://litecravings.com/tuscan-garlic-chicken/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619569194060-2LDVRNZK521V1L1900RD/roasted+salmon.jpg Dinner Roasted salmon with chickpeas, zucchini and red pepper 1½ tsp, smoked, sweet variety paprika 1 tsp Ground coriander 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp Kosher salt 3/4 tsp, freshly ground black pepper 2 medium, cut into 1-in chunks zucchini 1 medium chopped Sweet red pepper 1 medium, thinly sliced red onion 15 oz, rinsed, patted dry canned chick peas 4 tspExtra virgin olive oil 1 pound skinless wild salmon fillet cut into 4 equal pices 4 Tbsp Plain fat free Greek yogurt 2 Tbsp, Fresh mint leaves for garnish ½ medium lemon, cut into 4 wedges Preheat oven to 450°F. In small bowl, mix paprika, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined. On large sheet pan (12 x 16 inches), toss zucchini, red pepper, onion, and chickpeas; add 1 tbsp oil and 4 tsp spice mixture. Toss again to coat and spread in a single layer; bake 20 minutes. Meanwhile, coat salmon with remaining 1 tsp oil and remaining spice mixture. Remove sheet pan from oven; toss vegetables with spatula. Clear 4 spaces so salmon can sit right on pan; nestle salmon in spaces. Continue to bake until salmon is cooked through, about 10 minutes. To serve, dollop 1 tbsp yogurt over each salmon fillet; garnish with mint. Serve with lemon wedges alongside. Serving size: 1 salmon filet and 1 cup vegetable mixture https://www.weightwatchers.com/.../59ff9b3c424c8e2582cdf025 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619569310946-VSOTWJ53CIUIUPMPQ71M/easy+cod.jpg Dinner Easy Lemon Baked Cod 4 portions cod fish 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup softened butter 2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 3 cloves garlic minced 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1 lemon juiced Additional lemon slices or wedges for serving Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish. Lay cod fish filets out in the prepared baking dish. Season fish with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, stir together the butter, parmesan, flour, garlic, basil, onion powder, dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Top each fillet with a large spoonful of the butter mixture. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes. Actual cooking time will depend on the thickness of your fish. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork. https://thestayathomechef.com/baked-cod-fish/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619569904745-LLY9SXI6V3H217A81J2P/roast+beef.jpg Dinner Comes out perfect everytime!! Remove roast from refrigerator. Preheat oven to 500 degrees. In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, garlic, olive oil and red- pepper flakes to create a kind of paste. (or whatever your favorite seasonings) Rub this all over the roast. Place beef in a roasting pan or cast-iron skillet, fat-side up, and put in oven. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes per pound. Turn off oven. Do not open oven door. Leave roast to continue cooking, undisturbed, for two hours. After two hours, remove roast from oven. (for nice rare beef cut the time you leave in oven in half) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1621969095503-SAA2X80M7RKWMBZPQRPA/chicken+and+chick+peas.jpg Dinner Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken w/ Tomatoes and chickpeas 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 cup Greek whole milk yogurt 4 large chicken breasts or thighs with skin 2 cups grape tomatoes 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzos), drained and rinsed Heat oven to 450°F. Whisk oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper and crushed red pepper in a small bowl. Transfer 1 tablespoon of the oil to another bowl and whisk in the yogurt. Set aside until serving. Place chicken, skin-side up, on a rimmed baking sheet. Rub all over and between skin and meat with 2 tablespoons of the oil. Place tomatoes and chickpeas Add remaining oil and stir to coat. Pour onto the baking sheet around the chicken. Turn to coat the chicken with any extra oil. Be sure to keep the skin side up for roasting. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Roast chicken in oven until cooked through, 20 to 30 minutes. Transfer chicken to serving plates or a platter and spoon the beans and tomatoes over. Serve with sauce https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/desserts daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619558237073-T84VULBCOSXBIOFUWXE1/parfait.jpg Desserts Been a night time favorite for years. layer berries (I use frozen triple berry blend) yogurt (Dannon light and fit vanilla is my fave for this) some sort of crunchies... in the pic is Cascadian farms granola and these days I’m on a shaved almond from Trader Joe’s kick https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619558727534-7XJ44TJ8MYYSU69O7EAL/funfetti+dip.jpg Desserts Nice little sweet treat Great for a party and kids love it with fruit I/2 cup non fat plain Greek yogurt 1 tbsp funfetti cake mix 1 tbsp fat free sugar free vanilla pudding mix https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619558434719-SIJGXOKFDJ7SER7ZT3EG/pineapple+treat.jpg Desserts my favorite afternoon snack fresh pineapple sprinkle cocoa powder and top with truwhip https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619559369845-424X5R8PTRZUJ7MONS2F/crustless+pumpkin+pie.jpg Desserts Crustless pumpkin pie Ingredients: 30 oz Pure pumpkin (canned) 1 ¼ c 1% milk (ok skim or almond milk) ½ c Kodiak mix (or flour) 2 Eggs ½ c Egg Whites (or sub with 2 more eggs) 1Tsp stevia 1 T Pumpkin Pie spice 1/2 tsp Salt Directions: Mix all ingredients together well. Pour into a sprayed pie dish. Bake at 350 for approx. 1Hr 20Min or until set. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619559510457-YFBCM6UL9SB907E1INV5/apple+pie.jpg Desserts my apple pie substitute slice apples (I like them thin) sprinkle with cinnamon (you may want to add a sweetener) nuke for a minute or 2. Spread out on an ole wrap roll up and bake on 350 for about 10 minutes. Add some tru whip or cool whip https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619559578940-OS2SNCCZBK0YSY1NCZH1/slow+cooked+apples.jpg Desserts Perfect when you just need a little sweet Cut up apples toss in slow cooker with about 1/4 cup of water sprinkle with cinnamon and I add some vanilla and toss on low for a few hours https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619559749982-QR0DJL7URHV01PU2IBCK/premiere.jpg Desserts premiere and sugar free pudding and mix it up Yummmmmmmmmm https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619561164384-K5YN2QB7LAD0JD738ZE0/angel+food.jpg Desserts Great to bring to a party!! Just picked up an angel food cake added sliced fresh strawberries, blueberries, a handful of slivered almonds and a few mini chocolate chips. Also brought some cool whip ) YUMMMMMM! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619561008876-N4K01UR1DBRKOIYJ4AKI/rice+pudding+1.jpg Desserts Crockpot Rice pudding 1 cup minute rice (uncooked) 3 cups unsweetened almond milk 2 tbsp stevia 1 1/2 tsp truvia brown sugar 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 tbsp brummel and brown spread grease the slow cooker with butter spread or spray with Pam toss in all the ingredients and stir them up cook on low for 3-4 hours https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619561664260-EOKD20A1TOS50FSW96BM/pumkin+treat.jpg Desserts 1/2 cup pumpkin 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt 1 tsp stevia pumpkin spice and a splash of vanilla stir up and enjoy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619561592265-N7MM8Y335ULVRGGZD57S/pumkin+mouse.jpg Desserts Pumpkin mousse 2 small packages of instant sugar-free vanilla pudding 2 cups skim milk (i used unsweetened almond milk) 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice 15 oz can pumpkin 8 oz fat free cool whip Make pudding first with 2 cups of the milk Fold rest of ingredients (spice, pumpkin, coolwhip) https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/soups daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619571880703-JUDD8USXBLLB272N4TUD/chicken+pot+pie.jpg Soups Chicken Pot pie soup A skinnytaste recipe (I made a couple little swaps) 1/4 cup flour, to make gluten-free use 2 tbsp cornstarch instead 2 cups fat free chicken broth 4 cups fat free milk 1 large celery stalk, chopped 1/2 medium chopped onion 8 oz sliced baby portobello mushrooms fresh ground pepper pinch of thyme 10 oz frozen classic mixed vegetables, peas, carrots, green beans, corn 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed small 16 oz cooked chicken breast, diced small salt Combine 1/2 cup of the chicken broth with flour in a medium bowl and whisk until well blended. Set aside. Pour remaining broth and milk into a large pot and slowly bring to a boil. Add celery, onion, mushrooms (I tossed them in a pan and cooked them up a little first) thyme, fresh pepper, frozen vegetables and return to a boil. Partially cover and simmer on low until vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes. Remove lid, add potatoes and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add chicken, and slowly whisk in flour mixture stirring well as you add. Cook another 2-3 minutes, until soup thickens, adjust salt and pepper to taste serves 6 service size 1 1/2 cups Blue Smart Points:5 Green Smart Points:7 Purple Smart Points:3 https://www.skinnytaste.com/chicken-pot-pie-soup/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619571715743-4RCYVVOHVYTEGIZN6A7S/lasagna+soup+%282020_04_15+11_32_52+UTC%29.jpg Soups Lasagna soup... Winner for sure!!! 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 small red pepper, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 pound lean ground beef 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 (14-ounce) can, or 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 cup dry campanelle pasta or 4 lasagna noodles 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional) 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese Instructions 1. In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the onion and cook for 4 minutes or until translucent. Add the red pepper, sauté for 2 minutes, then add the garlic, Italian sea- soning, and oregano and cook for 1 minute. Crumble in the beef and cook until the beef is no longer pink. 2. Add the crushed tomatoes, sugar, beef broth, red pepper, and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer on low for 10 minutes. Add the pasta (breaking the lasagna noodles into pieces), and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until pasta is tender. Stir in the Parmesan. 3. Ladle 1 1/2 cups of soup into bowls,top each with 1 1/2 tablespoons cheese. serves 6 5 smartpoints http://www.marlenekoch.com/hearty-lasagna-soup/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619571777897-S2QKX1SLQ9S6WXXYMZMX/italian+inspired.jpg Soups Ingredients escarole 2 cup(s), chopped fresh spinach 2 cup(s), baby leaves uncooked zucchini 2 small, cubed uncooked fennel bulb(s) 1 medium, thinly sliced sweet red pepper(s) 1 medium, chopped uncooked onion(s) 1 cup(s), chopped garlic clove(s) 2 medium clove(s), minced fat free reduced sodium vegetable broth 6 cup(s) canned diced tomatoes 28 oz, preferably fire-roasted fresh thyme 2 tsp, finely chopped fresh oregano 1 tsp, finely chopped crushed red pepper flakes ¼ tsp table salt ¾ tsp, or to taste black pepper ¼ tsp, or to taste fresh parsley ¼ cup(s), chopped basil ¼ cup(s), fresh, leaves Put escarole, spinach, zucchini, fennel, red pepper, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, oregano and red pepper flakes into a large soup pot. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, partly covered, for about 10 minutes. Stir in salt, black pepper, parsley and basil. https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/salads daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573149317-28GOISPAK3VTF0J1CHHC/beet+salas.jpg Salads Roasted beet salad Spring mix beets sauteed portabela mushrooms pumpkin seeds red onion goat cheese https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573057750-OSCN576AZKNER4WESGE0/pizza.jpg Salads GAME CHANGER!! Pizza Salad Head of romaine 1 slice of pizza cut into bite size pieces I add some red onion a few black olives and red pepper flakes then drizzle with a little balsamic vinegar https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573217375-C2JYI2YFW568VYWU09C7/pear.jpg Salads Arugula pear salad Arugula Cut pear into small pieces Can of mandarin oranges drained Walnuts Gargonzola cheese Mix up and squeeze a fresh lemon over salad https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573641256-X2M5BRVRGHB65RHN742H/watermelon+12.jpg Salads Grilled watermelon salad Watermelon grilled Arugula Pepita's (pumpkin seeds) Goat cheese Drizzle with balsamic glaze https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573607255-ADFIWX5XW7QQEV6GPM6R/straw.jpg Salads Strawberry Cucumber Salad Ingredients: 1 1/3 cup sliced strawberries 1/4 cup slivered red onion 1 1/3 cup diced cucumber (about ½ large) 1 tsp chopped fresh mint 1 tsp chopped fresh basil 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice pinch kosher salt freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp balsamic glaze 2 tbsp sliced almonds, toasted Directions: Combine strawberries, onions, cucumbers, mint, basil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Lightly drizzle with balsamic glaze and finish with slivered almonds. http://www.skinnytaste.com/strawberry-cucumber-salad/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573689074-JAASE4ZTB9EGNQDTU0T2/blueberry+corn+salad+%282020_04_15+11_32_52+UTC%29.jpg Salads The combo was so interesting I had to try. Really good! 6 ears fresh sweet corn, husked 1 cup fresh blueberries 1 cucumber, sliced 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper In a large pot, bring water to boiling. Add corn. Cook for 5 minutes, or until tender. When cool enough to handle, cut corn from the cobs. Discard cobs. In a large serving bowl, combine corn, blueberries, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno. To make the dressing, whisk together lime juice, oil, honey, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over salad and stir until combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. I swapped out the cilantro (not a fan) for mint https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573888538-LVWQ7D55G12CXTPMX9F0/big+mac+salad.jpg Salads BIG MAC SALAD!!!!! and fries brown ground beef (i use 96% layer on top of romaine lettuce then add finely chopped onions and pickles and a slice of cheese shredded i also add tomatoes and topped off with low fat thousand island dressing for the fries just cut a potato in strips sprayed with olive oil and roasted in the oven for about 30 minutes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573831215-LW6AZ01B0FRGCLMURBZS/mason.jpg Salads https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619573953767-S5D12J1T0LI9WW21FGJH/beet+salad+%282020_04_15+11_32_52+UTC%29.jpg Salads Beet salad!!! Spring mix Beets (used love beets) Goat cheese Pumpkin seeds Red onion Dressing... plain Greek yogurt Balsamic vinegar Pepper https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619574060371-Y4NK1JD9A8BVV1JGLKU4/tuna.jpg Salads Love these little pouches... Quick and easy way to add some protein https://www.buildingthebestlife.com/snacks daily 0.75 2025-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619575913206-BAP1UR6MO70LBYWRUMAY/ras.jpg Snacks just plug the butt with a chocolate chip Yummm! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619575984905-YUZAE8RSLFJREQX2O6V9/prem.jpg Snacks Ask for 1 turbo shot in a large cup with ice and then add your Premiere https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619575858765-9VYQFTO5826NASG5MK01/mini.jpg Snacks mix tuna with a little light mayo add a bunch of celery and stuff the peppers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576228687-VRCR66ZITUWB2KQB99MM/poppers.jpg Snacks Low-Fat Baked Jalapeño Poppers 12 jalapeño peppers, sliced in half lengthwise 4.5 oz light cream cheese 5 medium scallions, green part only, sliced 2 oz shredded low fat sharp cheddar (I used Cabot 50%) 1/2 cup egg beaters or egg whites, beaten 1/2 cup panko crumbs* 1/8 tsp paprika 1/8 tsp garlic powder 1/8 tsp chili powder salt and fresh pepper spray oil Preheat oven to 350°. Wearing rubber gloves, cut peppers in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and membrane. Combine cream cheese, cheddar and scallions in a medium bowl. Combine panko, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper in another bowl. Fill peppers with cheese filling with a small spoon or spatula. Dip peppers in egg beaters. Place pepper in panko mixture, using a spoon to make sure all the seasoning doesn't fall to the bottom of the bowl. Spray a baking pan with oil spray. I lined my pan with parchment for easier cleanup. Lightly spray the peppers with a little more oil spray. Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, until golden and cheese oozes out. Remove from oven and serve immediately. Serve hot. http://www.skinnytaste.com/.../skinny-baked-jalapeno https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576088180-5OS0864QRJ92NHGAJLWJ/choc.jpg Snacks 3 small ripe bananas 2 packets of monk fruit or stevia 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa Blend together Freeze for a few hours I also blended in some raspberries in one batch as well https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576155850-2VKTNMBMP0Z4HP6F2MCB/buff.jpg Snacks 1 cup water 1 cup all purpose flour 2 tsp garlic powder 22 oz (6 1/2 cups) cauliflower florets 3/4 cup Franks Hot Sauce 1 tbsp melted unsalted butter Directions: Preheat the oven to 450°F. Lightly spray a large non-stick baking sheet with oil. Combine the water, flour, and garlic powder in a bowl and stir until well combined. Coat the cauliflower pieces with the flour mixture and place on the baking sheet; bake for 20 minutes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576373710-IJJFO3WCQZ6APDZ93Q9M/dip.jpg Snacks Horseradish dip Used 1 container of fat feee plain greek yogurt and about 1tbsp horseradish and a little garlic powder Yummmmm!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fc67034e9fc3622d547e121/1619576319289-C5YNUN8VEMZINK8WE208/cuke.jpg Snacks