Penne with Vodka Sauce
Penne with Vodka Sauce, authentic Italian flavor with less calories and fat. 1 Tbsp unsalted butter 2 medium uncooked shallot(s), minced (about ½ cup) 2 clove(s) (medium) garlic clove(s), minced 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, fresh, minced ½ tsp sea salt, or other coarse salt ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground 3 Tbsp canned tomato paste 2 […]
Pasta with Butternut Squash and Sage
Ingredients 1 spray(s) cooking spray    20 oz uncooked butternut squash, fresh, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch chunks*   8 oz uncooked bow tie pasta   1/8 tsp table salt, for cooking pasta   1 cup(s) low-fat buttermilk   1/2 tsp table salt   1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste   5 […]
Shrimp and Chicken Chorizo Paella
This fab dish has it all – protein, veggies and carbs. Pair it with a Spanish dip and sangria for a festive, flavorful meal. Ingredients 1/2 tsp saffron, ground   1/4 cup(s) hot water   2 tsp olive oil, divided    1 pound(s) uncooked shrimp, large, peeled, deveined   12 oz chicken chorizo, sliced […]
White Bean, Tomato, and Spinach Gratin
A layer of crunchy breadcrumbs tops this vegetarian casserole. Rosemary and dry white wine add fabulous flavor. Ingredients 2 spray(s) cooking spray   2 tsp olive oil, extra virgin    2 large uncooked onion(s), thinly sliced   2 tsp kosher salt, divided   2 tsp minced garlic   1/4 cup(s) white wine, dry   […]
Sicilian Rice Ball Casserole
Servings: 8 • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th) • PP: 9 pts • Smart Points: 10 Calories: 373 • Fat: 10 g • Sat Fat: 4 g • Carb: 47 g • Fiber: 2 g • Protein: 21 g Sugar: 1 g • Sodium: 629 mg • Chol: 61 mg Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked long grain rice 1 3/4 teaspoons kosher […]
3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Barbecue Lentils
Serves: 8 Ingredients 2 cups dry lentils (about 1 pound) 2 cups barbecue sauce 4 cups water 1 package (12 ounces) vegetarian hot dogs, sliced Instructions Ideal Slow Cooker Size: 4 Quart Rinse the lentils and put them in the slow cooker. Add the barbecue sauce, water and hot dog slices and stir to combine. […]
One Pan Honey Garlic Chicken with Potatoes & Broccoli
Recipe makes 6 servings 1 serving = 9 weight watchers points+ (this may seem high but it includes a decent size piece of chicken, potatoes, & broccoli) = 9 weight watchers smart points Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 1/2 lbs red skinned potatoes 2 large heads of broccoli 3 tbsp olive […]
Stuffed Acorn Squash
Stuffed Acorn Squash Yield: 2 servings Ingredients: 1 acorn squash, halved and seeded 1 tablespoon light butter, melted 1 garlic clove, minced ¼ teaspoon rubbed (or ground) sage, divided 4 oz turkey or chicken sausage, removed from casing ¼ cup chopped onion ½ a celery rib, finely chopped 2 oz mushrooms, chopped ½ cup peeled […]
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
PointPus: 9 SmartPoints 8 Yield: 8 servings Serving size: 1 cup Ingredients Casserole: 1 lb cooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, shredded 13 slices fat-free lean ham slices (about 10 oz) 10 thinly sliced Swiss cheese Sauce: 4 Tbsp light butter 4 Tbsp whole wheat flour 3¼ cups skim milk 2 Tbsp lemon juice 1½ Tbsp […]
Sicilian Rice Ball Casserole
Servings: 8 Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th) Smartpoints: 10 PointsPlus: 9 Ingredients 2 cups uncooked long grain rice 1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1 (2.5 oz) sweet Italian sausage link, casing removed 10 oz (.65 lbs) 93% lean ground turkey 1/4 cup onion, minced black pepper 5 oz frozen peas 2 cups homemade tomato sauce […]
