Ingredients 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt 1 medium banana 2 teaspoons cocoa powder 1 ice cube tray (or paper cups) Directions 1. Mash banana with a fork. 2. Mix banana and yogurt well. 3. Stir in cocoa powder. 4. Divide into 4…
Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening (solid vegetable) 3/4 cup sugar 2 egg (large) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup banana (mashed) Directions 1. Preheat oven to…
Ingredients 4 4-ounce white fish fillets (frozen, or cod or perch) 2 cups mixed vegetables (frozen) 1 onion (small, diced) 1 teaspoon lemon juice (or fresh lemon, sliced thin) 1 tablespoon parsley flakes (dried or fresh chopped) aluminum foil (10×12…
Ingredients 1 cup banana, mashed (use overripe banana) 1 cup quick oats 1/2 cup yogurt, low-fat plain 1/4 cup water raisins (1/2 cup, optional) sunflower seeds (1/2 cup, optional) spices, optional Directions 1. Wash hands, make sure utensils and counter…
Ingredients 3 1/2 pounds chicken (skinned and cut into 10 pieces) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 cloves of garlic (thinly sliced, or 1 tsp garlic powder) 4 teaspoons thyme sprigs (4 fresh sprigs, or 1 tsp dried…
A healthy way to start your day, these pancakes bring whole grains, protein, and fiber to your breakfast table.
Baked lentils, vegetables, and cheese make a complete vegetarian dinner in one dish.
Ingredients 3 bananas (ripe) 1/3 cup margarine (or butter) 2 cups quick-cooking oats (uncooked) 1/4 cup skim milk 1/2 cup raisins 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Put the margarine in a small saucepan.…
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef, 90% lean (or ground turkey) 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1/2 cup milk, 1% (or non-fat) 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon onion powder Directions 1. Mix all ingredients, shape into…
This parmesan-crusted fish is topped with mushrooms, green onions, and garlic. It's the perfect heart-healthy meal to cook for a loved one.