Classic Green Chile Stew Every year when the temperature drops, I start thinking soups and stews. They are such a great way to get a complete meal in one pot! This stew has a wonderful mix of sweet (from the corn) and spicy (from the green chiles). Green chile is one of my favorite ingredients. It is full of vitamins A and C, fiber, and potassium. It also has some powerful antioxidants to help improve your immune system! Most of you know that I grew up in Iowa and I…
Teriyaki Chicken and Vegetables This teriyaki chicken recipe is so fast to make! When I don’t have time to plan a meal, I almost always have these ingredients on hand and can make this dinner in about 30 minutes! It is full of fresh veggies and good protein, and best of all the kids LOVE it! I know I say that in a lot of my recipes, but it’s true! If my kids love it, it must be a winner. Enjoy! Serves 6 Prep Time: 30 minutes, including marinating time…
Sweet and Spicy Fish Tacos Sweet and spicy flavors make these fish tacos extra special. You can easily make them gluten-free, and you can adjust the “spiciness” of the recipe for the kiddos if you need to. Fast, easy, and delicious is ALWAYS what I am looking for in a recipe! Pro tip: I live in New Mexico and it is really hard to find good fresh fish. I like to use the individually wrapped frozen fillets of white fish. You can thaw them quickly by placing them with their…
The whole family will love this made from scratch pizza. Easy and much more nutritious than the store bought stuff! Make it a meal with 2 slices and a salad! Makes 10 Slices Crust: ¾ cup Whole Wheat Flour ¾ cup AP Flour 1 package Fast Acting Yeast ¼ tsp Salt ¼ tsp Sugar 2/3 cup Hot Water 2 tsp Olive Oil Sauce: 3 oz Tomato Paste 4 oz Tomato Sauce ½ tsp Sugar ¼ tsp Salt ¼ tsp Black Pepper ½ tsp Oregano ½ tsp Garlic Powder 1…
This meal is a nutrition rock star! This super easy meal is gluten-free, high in protein and fiber, and most importantly, it is seriously delicious. Even the kids will love it! Total Nutrition per SERVING including Tilapia, Brussel Sprouts, and Fruit: 335 Calories, 12 g Total Fat, 23 g Total Carbohydrates, 6 g Fiber, 40 g Protein Prep Time: 10 Minutes, Bake Time: 15 Minutes Serves 4 4 Tilapia fillets (about 1.5 pounds) 15 Tortilla Chips (about 1 oz) ¼ cup Cilantro, chopped ½ tsp Salt ½ tsp Garlic…
Chili Pork Stir-Fry This recipe steam cooks the veggies to reduce the amount of oil needed in the recipe. Did you know that oil is the most Calorie dense food we have? At 120 Calories per Tbsp, it even trumps butter (102 Cals per Tbsp). Serves 6 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound boneless pork loin chops, sliced into strips 1 tsp chili powder ¼ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp salt ½ tsp cumin 1 Tbsp corn starch 2 Tbsp soy sauce ¼ cup…
Home Made Comfort Food Oven baked chicken, home-made marinara sauce, and naturally delicious shredded Parmesan cheese make this recipe one to keep! With no frying involved, this chicken Parmesan will have you amazed that it is under 500 Calories per serving. Add a couple servings of steamed vegetables to make it a favorite meal of the whole family. Serves 8 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 3 Tbsp Butter 2 Tbsp Olive Oil ¾ cup Panko Bread Crumbs 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided 1 Tbsp Finely Chopped…
Are you ready for soup yet? This soup is a lower calorie version of other cream soups, but it is still super delicious! My husband is a lover of anything creamy including soups. I prefer broth based soups, but I always love to find healthier versions of the creamy ones. This creamy chicken vegetable soup has added flavor with bacon and cheese, but high nutrition value with all of the vegetables and protein from the chicken. It is a fabulous main dish for any chilly day, and it smells amazing…
