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Low Fat Cranberry Scones Recipe – 2 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:05:52 +0000

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This delicious Cranberry Scones Recipe is incredibly easy to make. I don’t know why, but I’ve always been intimidated by scones, assuming they were complicated to make. But after whipping up this low points scone, I was thrilled to see how simple it is! Though not an official Weight Watchers Scones Recipe, this is a low calorie treat that anyone who is watching their weight will enjoy and appreciate. The taste is really quite decadent, and I think that most people would never know that these scones are low in fat and calories. With just a 2 Point Total each, add one to your morning tea, or serve after dinner for a sweet snack and yet still stay on track with your weight loss goals. NOTE: This scones recipe also contains a fat free buttermilk recipe that is a fabulous substitute, if you can’t find fat free buttermilk at the grocery store!

Cranberry Scones Recipe

Ingredients:
- 2 cup all-purpose flour (Use whole wheat flour to kick up the nutrition a bit)
- 2/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp table salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup egg substitute (I like Egg Beaters)
- 1 cup fat free buttermilk
- 1/4 cup low calorie butter, melted (I used Brummel & Brown)

TO MAKE FAT FREE BUTTERMILK: Mix 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice + fat-free milk to make 1 cup & let stand for 10 minutes = 1 cup fat-free buttermilk

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400ºF. Coat a baking sheet with non-fat cooking spray. I used the Pam Butter Flavor kind.
In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar; mix well and set aside. In another bowl, whisk together egg, buttermilk and melted butter. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined; fold in cranberries.
Drop 12 equal two-inch mounds of batter on prepared baking sheet about 1-inch apart. Bake until tops just start to turn golden, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Entire recipe makes 12 scones
Each scone = 2 Point total

Pizza Bread Sticks Recipe – 2 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:10:42 +0000

When I found this recipe for Pizza Bread Sticks, I was impressed. Not only did it sound delicious, but it was prepared differently than I expected. I came across this recipe at Health Discovery.com, which is a Weight Watchers support network. And I adapted the recipe a bit, making a few small changes. I was super excited to give it a try, and I was not disappointed! They were yummy and flavorful, and though it’s not a perfect substitute for a slice of real NY pizza, I enjoyed it nonetheless. It also makes a unique appetizer recipe to use for parties or potlucks. And it would make a tasty snack for the kids. Though this is not an official one of Weight Watchers Bread Stick Recipes, I think that any one who’s looking for a tasty, low point total snack, will find this dish a real treat. Enjoy!

Pizza Bread Sticks Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
- 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup shredded, reduced fat mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/2 cup chopped tomato
- 1/2 of a small red onion
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp fresh chopped basil leaves
- 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Non-fat cooking spray

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray 2 large nonstick baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. Sprinkle yeast over warm water in small bowl; stir until yeast dissolves. Let stand 5 minutes or until bubbly.

Meanwhile, place all remaining ingredients except oil, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, garlic powder, Kosher salt and Parmesan cheese, in food processor; process a few seconds to combine. With food processor running, gradually add yeast mixture and oil. Process just until mixture forms a ball. (Add an additional 2 tablespoons flour if dough is too sticky.) Transfer dough to lightly floured surface; knead 1 minute. Let dough rest 5 minutes. In the meantime, combine the 1/2 tsp oregano, garlic powder, Kosher salt, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl. Roll out dough with lightly floured rolling pin to form 14X8-inch rectangle; cut dough crosswise into 14, 1/2-inch-wide strips. Twist dough strips (optional); place on prepared baking sheets. Lightly spray strips with non-fat cooking spray, and then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt and Parmesan cheese mixture. Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until lightly browned.

**Try serving with a side of marinara sauce for dipping!

Entire recipe makes 14 servings
Serving size = 1 pizza stick
Each serving = 2 Point Total

Buffalo Chicken Dip – Low Calorie Superbowl Recipe – 2 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 04:53:10 +0000

photo credit: Rachael Ray

Its almost that time of year again….the day we get together, turn on the TV, and allow ourselves to consume large quantities of super yummy, fattening foods, and lots of beer, in order to celebrate the most anxiously awaited game in the NFL…the SUPERBOWL!! I love Superbowl parties as much as anyone, but if you’re not careful, these parties can be a weight watchers nightmare!! So this week, I’m devoting each day to a different low calorie Superbowl recipes that not only taste good, but will help keep you on track to reaching your weight loss goals. Though these aren’t official Weight Watchers Superbowl Recipes, they are ideal for anyone who wants healthier, lower calorie versions of their favorite Superbowl snacks. And today, I’m posting this super rockin’ 2 Point Total Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe that will knock your socks off! It’s a very easy Superbowl recipe that will be adored by all, and is a great (and less messy) alternative to serving buffalo wings. Try serving it with some 0 Point veggies (I like celery and green pepper strips the best), or some low points tortilla chips. If you love buffalo flavored anything, this low calorie dip recipe is a must try!

Make sure to check out all my other weight watchers Superbowl Recipes too!

Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Ingredients:
- 16 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 8-oz. fat-free cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup fat free sour cream
- 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce
- 2 tbsp low calorie butter ( I used Brummel & Brown)
- 1/2 packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Dry Mix

NOTE: If you are feeling lazy, you can use two 9.75oz cans of white chicken meat in water (drained), instead of the grilled chicken, but the taste isn’t nearly as good as using actual grilled chicken breasts.

Directions:
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Rub chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Spray a skillet with non-fat cooking spray, and set on med/high heat. Put in chicken breasts, and cook until brown on both sides and meat is cooked through. Once meat is cooked, cut it up into bite sized shredded chunks. Set aside. In a large, oven safe bowl, stir cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add in chicken and other remaining ingredients, and mix until thoroughly combined. Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until dip has heated all the way through.

Entire recipe makes 12 servings
Serving size is approx 1/2 cup
Each serving = 2 Point Total

Greek Pasta Casserole Recipe- 3 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:04:46 +0000

This Greek-Style Pasta Casserole Recipe is truly a unique and flavorful dish. I love almost all Mediterranean recipes, so I was excited to give this one a try. And I was NOT disappointed. It’s a pretty easy dish to prepare, and it packs a lot of flavor. With each serving only having a 3 Point Total, this is a wonderful low point dinner recipe that the whole family will enjoy. It’s also a great , original dish to take to a potluck as well. If you like mediterranean flavors, you’ll like this casserole…it was delicious. You can also add in some toasted almond slivers for added crunch, but make sure to factor that in to the Point Total. Though this is not an official one of Weight Watchers Recipes, it’s a great meal that just about any dieter will enjoy. You can also prepare this dish cold as a great greek pasta salad recipe!

Greek Pasta Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:
- 8 oz dried, low calorie pasta like Ronzoni Smart Taste, penne or rotioni
- 1 1/2 cups butternut squash, peeled and sliced into small pieces
- 3 handfuls spinach, chopped
- 2 cups fat-free, plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large egg yolks
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 8 large Kalamata olives, pitted and torn into pieces
- 1/4 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- zest of one large lemon
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped

Directions:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray an 8×12-inch baking dish with non-fat cooking spray. Sprinkle with lemon zest and set aside. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add salt and cook the pasta until al dente. 10 seconds before the pasta is cooked, stir in the spinach and butternut squash; drain quickly and carefully. Run cold water over the pasta, squash and spinach (just enough to stop it from cooking), shake off any extra water and set aside. While waiting for the pasta water to boil, whisk together the eggs, yogurt, garlic, pepper and salt in a large mixing bowl. Set aside until the pasta is ready, then add the pasta-squash-spinach mixture to the yogurt mixture. Scoop the mixture into the prepared baking dish, sprinkle with Feta cheese and the olive pieces and bake for about 25-30 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve sprinkled with some chopped fresh mint.

Entire recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size is 1/8th of dish
Each serving size = 3 Point Total

Buttermilk Ranch Fried Chicken Recipe – 6 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:21:35 +0000

Just because you are a weight watcher doesn’t mean you have to give up the good foods. The trick is just finding healthier, low calorie, low point total versions of your fattening favorites. And this Buttermilk Ranch Fried Chicken Recipe will be sure to satisfy your craving for fried chicken, but will use up only 6 of your daily points. We all know that traditional fried chicken recipes are loaded with fat and calories giving them very high Weight Watchers Points Values. I’ve seen some as high at 16 Points for ONE piece of chicken! Crazy. Instead, try this version, and you’ll be in fried chicken heaven. The key is that this Ranch Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe is not actually fried – it’s baked. But trust me when I tell you that this chicken is so yummy, you won’t miss the grease! And though it’s not an official one of Weight Watchers Chicken Recipes, it’s still a great meal idea for anyone who wants to enjoy tasty food at a lower calorie count.

Buttermilk Ranch Fried Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:
- 12 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
- 2/3 cup reduced-fat buttermilk
- 1/3 cup Fiber One bran Cereal
- 1 packet Ranch Salad Dressing and Seasoning Mix
- 1/3 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried parsley flakes
- non fat cooking spray, butter flavored

Directions:
In a Tupperware container, or large Ziploc bag, mix the buttermilk, salt, pepper and dried parsley flakes. Add the chicken, and coat it well. Refrigerate overnight or at least 3 hours.
Preheat oven to 375ºF. Lightly coat a large baking sheet with the butter flavored nonstick, non-fat cooking spray. In a food processor or blender, and grind the Fiber One cereal to a breadcrumb-like consistency. Pour the crumb mixture into a large bowl and add in the Panko bread crumbs and Ranch Salad Seasoning Mix. Remove each individual piece of chicken from the buttermilk, and dip it into the crumb/seasoning mixture. Make sure to coat each piece thoroughly. Lay each coated piece on the baking sheet. Give them all a quick once over spray with the butter flavored non-fat cooking spray. Bake for about 1-12 minutes on each side, or until the edges are crispy.

Entire recipe makes 2 servings
Each serving = 6 Point Total

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Apple Butter French Toast Recipe- 2 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:31:31 +0000

While looking for good Weight Watchers Breakfast Recipes, I came across this fabulous recipe for Apple Butter French Toast with Honey and Almonds! It’s deliciously sweet and flavorful and because it’s baked, it’s super easy to make. I let the bread soak overnight, and then popped it in the oven in the morning for a gourmet breakfast treat! My husband and I both loved it. And with just a 2 Point Total per slice, it’s a great, low point breakfast recipe for anyone who’s looking for a yummy, yet satisfying dish. Though this is not an official one of Weight Watchers Recipes, it’s definitely a must try.

Apple Butter French Toast Recipe

Ingredients:
- 6 slices light bread (I used Sara Lee Delightful)
- 3/4 cup egg substitute
- 2/3 cup fat-free skim milk
- 2 tablespoons apple juice concentrate (I used the frozen kind)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp slivered almonds
- 1 tbsp honey
- a few spritz’s of “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” spray
- 1/4 cup apple butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

*If you prefer to make your own homemade Apple Butter, check out this fabulous low calorie apple butter recipe!

Directions:
Place bread in a 9-inch square baking dish that has been coated with nonstick cooking spray. In a bowl, combine egg substitute, milk, apple juice concentrate and vanilla extract. Pour over bread and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Spitz with a few sprays of the 0 calorie butter spray, drizzle with the honey, and then sprinkle with the almonds. Combine apple butter and allspice; serve with French toast.

Entire recipe makes 6 servings
Serving size is 1 slice
Each serving = 2 Point Total

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Vegetable Casserole Recipe – 4 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 17:44:39 +0000

Well, it’s that time again…another new year is upon us. Welcome 2010!! And yet again, we are all ready and motivated to get in shape, lose weight, and get healthy! But dieting isn’t always easy. And if you like to eat like I do, it can be truly impossible at times. That’s why I created this blog…to share recipes that feel bad for you, but are actually good! As a weight watcher myself, I know that the key to sticking to any diet plan is to feel SATISFIED with what you eat. So I’m always on the hunt for popular diet recipes that can be rejuvenated to create a more filling flavorful dish. And to start off the new year, here’s a FANTASTIC mixed vegetable casserole recipe that I found and altered to be diet friendly!
This healthy casserole is a great way to get your veggie servings in! All the other yummy flavors really enhance the dish, so if you don’t like the taste of vegetables, this casserole may help you get you get those all important daily vegetable servings. Each serving has just a 4 Point Total, and makes an excellent side dish recipe to take along to a potluck dinner, or a great main dish recipe to serve at any family meal. It’s a pretty quick and easy casserole to make and doesn’t involve any veggie chopping (yes, I can be that lazy at times to appreciate this). Though this is not an official Weight Watchers Recipe, I think that anyone who is following the Weight Watchers program will certainly find a use for this tasty recipe. Plus, this dish is loaded with fiber, calcium and Vitamin A, so not only is it low calorie, but it’s good for you too!

Vegetable Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
- 1 cup fat-free milk
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar
- 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 2lbs of any mixed frozen vegetables of your choice (I used the broccoli, cauliflower and carrot mix)
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup Fiber One cereal, ground into fine, breadcrumb-like consistency
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” spray

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large pot, combine broth and milk and set on medium heat. Whisk in the flour and dry mustard; continue to whisk until thick and bubbling, about 4 minutes or so. Stir in all the cheddar and 6 tablespoons parmesan cheese until melted; then add in the vegetables, salt and pepper. Pour into a 9- x 13-inch baking dish.
In a separate bowl, mix the Fiber One crumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika and the remaining 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese. Then sprinkle this mixture over the casserole. Finally, spritz about 10 sprays of “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter” Spray all over the top of the casserole.
Bake until bubbling and lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Let stand at least 5 minutes at room temperature before serving. Cut into 8 equally sized pieces. Enjoy!

Entire recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size = 1 piece
Each serving = 4 Point Total

Chicken Pot Pie Recipe- 4 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:30:31 +0000

I have loved chicken pot pie ever since I was a kid. There’s something about biting into that buttery crust and getting a mouthful of that creamy, chicken-y sauce that is just truly an experience. But now that I am on the Weight Watchers program, I figured that I’d have to forego my beloved chicken pot pie recipes for good. But then, in my eagerness to indulge in it again, I experimented with a traditional recipe, and came up with a pretty simple, yet tasty and low Point Total version of this American favorite. My version has just a 4 Point Total per serving and it tastes pretty darn good! One of the best low calorie chicken pot pie recipes yet! If you are looking for a good Weight Watchers casserole recipe, this is a great one to try. Though it’s not an official Weight Watchers Recipe (I have to note this for all my recipes, if you haven’t noticed by now;)), it’s a great dish for anyone who is looking to enjoy some hearty dishes, without racking up the points. Enjoy!

Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 cup Bisquick All Purpose Baking Mix, Reduced Fat
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1/4 cup egg substitute
- 2 1/2 cups frozen mixed veggies, thawed
- 1 1/2 cups grilled skinless chicken breast
- 1 can Campbell’s Fat Free (Healthy Request) Cream of Mushroom soup
- 1 can Campbell’s Fat Free (Healthy Request) Cream of Celery soup
- salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray an 8 x 8 casserole dish with non-fat cooking spray. In a separate bowl, combine chicken, vegetables and soup. Pour into casserole dish. In another bowl, combine Reduced Fat Bisquick, milk, and egg. Pour over the top of chicken mixture in the casserole. Bake for about 30 min, or until crust is golden.

Total recipe makes 6 servings
Each serving = 4 Point Total

Low Calorie Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe – 2 Point Value

LaaLoosh — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:15:37 +0000

Though this is not one of Weight Watchers Thanksgiving Recipes, it’s a FABULOUS stuffing recipe for anyone who needs a delicious low calorie stuffing to put on their table this year! Plus, it’s my absolute favorite Thanksgiving recipe because I LOOOOOVE stuffing and I go crazy eating this stuff every year. So I had to find a way of making a lower calorie version of my favorite Thanksgiving food. Using the basic, traditional ingredients, this Thanksgiving stuffing is really too good to be true. To create this dish, I just took my mom’s traditional stuffing recipe, and altered it with lower calorie ingredients. Using the light bread and less butter really makes a huge difference without compromising taste. It has just a 2 point value for a 1/1/2 cup serving! Not bad!! so you can still enjoy all the fabulous flavors of Thanksgiving without sacrificing that diet plan you’ve been working so hard on all year. And it’s so yummy, you may just find yourself making this dish for non Thanksgiving Dinners too! Enjoy.

Low Calorie Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe

Ingredients:
- 8 slices light bread (I used Weight Watchers bread)
- 1 1/2 cups fat-free chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 1/2 cup chopped celery
- ¼ cup granny smith apples (finely chopped with skin on)
- 1/3 cup fat-free liquid egg substitute
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp fresh sage
- 2 tbsp. light butter (I used Brummel & Brown)
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
Start by drying out your bread. You can either do this by toasting in the oven, or by leaving the bread sit out at room temperature overnight.

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

In a medium pot, combine chicken broth, onions, celery, apples, butter, salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme and sage. Cook for about 15 minutes over medium heat. Mean while, break up your bread into small ½” pieces by chopping or just breaking apart with your hands. Put bread into a large oven safe dish.

When broth mixture is ready, slowly pour onto bread, making sure to cover all the pieces. Next, mix in the egg substitute and make sure to cover all pieces. If bread cubes do not seem wet enough (they should be moist, but not saturated), add a tbsp or two of warm water until appropriate texture is reached. Season with more salt and pepper if desired.

Cover dish with foil and transfer to over. Cook for about 25 minutes. Then, take out stuffing, mix it around and fluff it a bit and put back in the oven, uncovered for about another 15 minutes. Enjoy!

Entire Recipe is 4 servings
Serving size is 1 1/2 cup
Each serving = 2 Point Value

Low Calorie Pumpkin Pie Recipe – 3 Point Value

LaaLoosh — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:58:46 +0000

With all the food filled holidays just around the corner, it’s time to start stocking up your arsenal of delicious, yet low calorie Weight Watchers Thanksgiving Recipes and Weight Watchers Christmas Recipes. And with Thanksgiving being the first in the lineup, we’ve got one tough holiday feast to conquer! And this delicious Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Recipe is a great dish to add to your lineup of low calorie Thanksgiving recipes! Creamy and delicious, this dessert recipe uses a light graham cracker crust instead of the traditional pie crust recipe. In my opinion, I think it actually tastes better and it helps us cut a lot of calories and Weight Watchers Points from this dish.

Low Calorie Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 4 oz reduced-fat cinnamon graham crackers
- 2 Tbsp light butter, melted (I suggest Brummel and Brown)
- 2 large egg white
- 1 Tbsp packed light brown sugar
- 1 tsp light Pancake Syrup (I used Aunt Jemima Butter Light Syrup)

For the pie filling:
- 1 1/4 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp light Pancake Syrup (I used Aunt Jemima Butter Light Syrup)
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp table salt
- 1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
- Top with a dollop of Fat-Free Reddi-Whip whipped cream

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a food processor, combine graham crackers and light brown sugar, and process into fine crumbs. In a small bowl, combine the crumbs and the melted butter, and pancake syrup, and mix with hands. Then transfer to an ungreased 9” pie pan, and distribute crust mixture evenly, pressing it against the pan with your hands. Put in the fridge and chill for 40 minutes. Then, bake about 8-10 minutes, or until the pie crust starts to turn that yummy golden brown.

In a large bowl, whip egg whites into a soft peak, using an electric mixer. Fold in remaining ingredients (except the whipped cream). Beat the mixture until smooth, creamy and lump free, and pour into your pie shell. Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 5-10 minutes. Cut into 8 even slices and top with a nice dollop of the Fat Free Whipped Cream. Enjoy!

Total servings per recipe: 8
Serving size = 1 slice
Each serving = 3 Point Value