A wonderful marinade for pork! Ingredients: ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 1 shallot chopped ½ cup fresh herbs (oregano, thyme, sage, chervil, tarragon) 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ cup olive oil 2 lbs (1 kg) pork tenderloin Directions: 1) In a blender or food processor combine vinegar, shallots, herbs, garlic and olive oil and blend until…Read More
This delicious summer pasta is the perfect balance with creamy ricotta, crunchy green beans and juicy cherry tomatoes. Ingredients 2 cups cooked whole-wheat pasta (recommended: linguine) ½ cup part-skim ricotta 3 tablespoons olive oil ½ pound green beans, trimmed and halved lengthwise (recommended: French) 1 clove garlic, chopped Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 cup…Read More
Looking for a great new way to add fish to your diet? This salmon recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious! Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. Kraft Signature Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing 4 salmon fillets (4 oz. Each) Directions: Pour dressing over salmon in large re-sealable plastic bag; seal bag. Refrigerate 30 min. to marinate.…Read More
An alternate way of combining a delicious steak and a healthy salad! Put a Greek spin on this dish by using Feta cheese instead! Ingredients: 1/4 cup Light Italian Salad Dressing 1 boneless beef sirloin steak (1lb./500g), cut into thin slices 1 large red pepper, cut into strips 1 small red onion, sliced, separated into…Read More
If you love Greek food this is the perfect dinner salad for you! Ingredients: Chicken 12 skewers, about 12 inches long 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp garlic powder 1 ½ tsp dried oregano leaves 1 tsp each: dried basil and freshly ground black pepper Pinch of salt 6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts Salad 1-18oz…Read More
These mini crustless pumpkin pies save you about 200 calories per serving without the crust, but you don’t sacrifice any flavour! The individual servings make a great dessert for entertaining, and are one of our Thanksgiving favourites! Ingredients: 2 slightly beaten egg whites 1 cup canned pumpkin 3/4 cup evaporated skim milk 3 tablespoons sugar…Read More
A warming winter soup! This soup is an excellent source of Vitamin A and fibre, and it freezes beautifully.. Ingredients: 1 medium onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, peeled and chopped 4 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded and chopped 2 tbsp non-hydrogenated margarine 1 tsp curry powder (or more to taste) 1 tsp ground…Read More
This is a delicious way to prepare your holiday leftovers! Ingredients: 1/4 cup low calorie salad dressing (i.e. Italian, ranch, etc.) 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions 1/4 cup finely chopped celery 1/4 cup grated carrot 2 tbsp dried cranberries 2 cups chopped cooked turkey Directions: Mix dressing, vegetables and cranberries in large bowl. Add…Read More
This is a delicious side-dish that’s low-calorie and packed with flavour! Ingredients: 1 small head of cauliflower ½ cup broth salt & pepper 3 tbsp parmesan cheese Directions: Steam cauliflower in broth in a large pot. Test with fork after 10 minutes to see if tender. Drain, mash with a potato masher. Stir in cheese,…Read More
These make great hors d’oeuvres for the coming festive season. Using meat instead of pastry cuts an incredible amount of calories and adds protein! Ingredients: 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, cooked, well drained 1/2 cup shredded reduced fat mozzarella cheese 1/3 cup light cream cheese spread 1 tbsp 100% grated parmesan cheese 1…Read More