The monstrously-sized matzo ball soup from Langer's Deli

You don’t have to be Jewish to enjoy this delicious, healthy Matzo Ball Soup Recipe! A staple at most Seders, matzo ball soup is one of the most popular Passover Recipes out there. This lighter version has less fat, less calories and more veggies, making in lower in Points +, but still full of flavor. And though the matzo ball in this soup isn’t the size of a grapefruit like the one you’ll get at Jerry’s Deli, it’s just as tasty and filling. And though it’s not an official one of Weight Watchers Soup Recipes, this can be a perfect Passover appetizer recipe or comforting soup to enjoy anytime.

Matzo Ball Soup Recipe

If you are looking for delicious, but low calorie Passover Recipes, this healthy Matzo Ball Soup, will definitely hit the spot. Full of the flavor we all know and love, but with less fat and calories, making this a delicious soup to enjoy not just at Passover, but any time of the year.

Cooking time (duration): 60

Diet (other): Low calorie, Reduced fat, Reduced carbohydrate

Number of servings (yield): 8

Meal type: dinner

Culinary tradition: USA (Traditional)

Entire recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size is 1 1/4 cup broth and 1 Matzo Ball
Each serving = 3 Points +

PER SERVING: 112 calories; 2g fat; 21 g carbohydrates; 8 g protein; 3 g fiber ]]> http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/04/20/low-calorie-matzo-ball-soup-recipe/feed/ 1 http://www.laaloosh.com/2010/03/22/beef-and-spinach-matzo-casserole-passover-recipe/ http://www.laaloosh.com/2010/03/22/beef-and-spinach-matzo-casserole-passover-recipe/#comments Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:18:13 +0000 LaaLoosh http://www.laaloosh.com/?p=3022 Another Passover is about to arrive, and before we all start to drool at the anticipation of yummy, Passover goodness, keep in mind that there are awesome and easy Passover recipes that are low in calories and Point Total, and will help keep you on track with your weight loss plan. And this delicious Beef and Spinach Matzo Casserole Recipe is a great example (and Kosher for Passover!). Easy and delicious, this Matzo dish has just a 5 Point Total per serving, and though it’s not an official one of Weight Watchers Passover Recipes, it’s sure to be a hit with all of your weight watching friends and family.

Beef and Spinach Matzo Casserole Passover Recipe

Ingredients:
- 4 plain Matzo crackers
- 1 1/2 pound raw, extra lean ground beef (96/4)
- 6 cups (packed) baby spinach leaves, coarsely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 (14-ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 29 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp minced fresh rosemary
- 1/2 tsp minced fresh sage
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes.Add beef and saute until browned, about 6 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Drain and set aside. Add artichokes, spinach, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, sage, rosemary, oregano, salt, pepper and paprika to skillet. Saute until spinach is tender and sauce reduces and thickens, about 15 minutes. Coat a 9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray. Place 2 pieces of matzo in bottom of pan; spread 3 cups meat sauce on top. Place remaining 2 pieces of matzo on top; add on remaining meat sauce. Bake about 30 minutes. Let sit for five minutes before cutting into 8 pieces with a sharp knife.

Entire recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size is 1 piece
Each serving = 5 Point Total

When I found this Weight Watchers Beef Stew Recipe for the crock pot, I literally was drooling. Though I initially thought it was just a traditional beef and vegetable stew recipe, it’s actually a classic Jewish recipe for Tzimmes! I’ve had Tzimmes before, but I’ve never had it prepared with the beef and vegetables so I was so excited to give it a try, and YOWSA!! IT WAS SO YUMMY!! Hearty and delicious, this Weight Watchers Recipe for Beef Stew is an incredibly filling meal, and with 8 Weight Watcher Points per serving, it’s much lower in calories than most stews. Try serving this stew up with a tasty 0 Points Salad for a complete and tasty meal! But keep in mind that it will also make a wonderful Passover Recipe and/or Hanukkah Recipe! This Weight Watchers crock pot recipe offers a truly unique and delicious take on beef stew by adding in some non traditional ingredients like prunes, cinnamon and honey – and it is definitely worth trying!

Weight Watchers Beef Stew Crock Pot Recipe

Ingredients:
- 7 oz frozen chopped onions, about 2 cups
- 3 pounds raw, lean beef brisket, trimmed, boneless, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size chunks
- 1/2 pound baby carrots, cut in half if large
- 8 small uncooked new potatoes, cut in half (unpeeled)
- 16 prunes, pitted
- 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice, divided (from 2 small lemons)
- 5 tsp honey, divided
- 1 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup beef broth

NOTES: You can substitute dried apricots for the prunes if you prefer.
For a stew with thicker gravy, spoon 1 tablespoon of flour into a cup and stir in 1/4 cup of the tzimmes liquid until the mixture is lump-free. Add the flour mixture to the slow cooker, cover and cook on low for 10 minutes. (Adding the flour does not affect the recipe’s POINTS value.)

Directions:
Place onion, beef, garlic, sweet potatoes, carrots, new potatoes, prunes, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of honey in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add salt, pepper, cinnamon and broth; stir well.
Cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours. About 5 minutes before serving, stir in remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and remaining 2 teaspoons of honey; cover and cook on low for 5 minutes.

Entire Recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size is 1 ½ cups
Each serving = 8 Weight Watchers Points

Haroset is a traditional Jewish dish that is an integral part of any Passover meal. This Weight Watchers Haroset recipe is crunchy and sweet, and delicious sandwiched between matzo. So you can enjoy all the wonderful flavors and traditions of Passover, and yet still be able to stick to your Weight Watchers Plan. This tasty and traditional Jewish Recipe has just 2 Weight Watcher Points per serving and is loaded with all sorts of nutritional tidbits! Fiber, healthy fats, antioxidants, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and more! And it’s much lower in calories than traditional Haroset recipes. If you want a healthy Passover Recipe to serve this year, give this Haroset a try — it’ll satiate the whole family, but still help you stay within your Daily Points Range.

Weight Watchers Haroset Recipe

Ingredients:
- 4 medium apples, cored and cut into 4 pieces each*
- 8 fl oz sweet dessert wine, Kosher for Passover (1 cup)
- 1 cup raisins, golden-variety, chopped
- 1 cup walnut halves, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp honey

NOTES:
*Four different varieties of apples recommended.

This recipe can be made a day or two ahead. The mixture will turn brown the longer it sits but the flavors really blend well.

Directions:
Shred apples into a large, non-reactive bowl; add remaining ingredients and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour. Entire recipe makes 24 servings.

Serving size is 1/3 cup
Each serving = 2 Weight Watchers Points

This Passover, there’s no need to eliminate all the traditional holiday foods that you love and enjoy. Just use healthier, lower calorie versions of them! This Weight Watchers Roasted Brisket Recipe is the perfect main dish to serve at your Passover dinner! With just 5 Weight Watcher Points per serving, you’ll get a hearty sized portion that tastes amazing but won’t ruin your diet. Brisket is such a traditional Passover recipe, and not serving it at your Pesach dinner would be a real bummer. But with this low Points Weight Watchers Recipe, you now have a Roasted Brisket to serve to the whole family! This lightened up Jewish holiday classic is a must try. Toss in some potatoes to bulk up the dish – but let your non Weight Watcher guests eat those ;). Chag Sameach!

Weight Watchers Roasted Brisket Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 5 oz mushrooms, sliced (about 2 to 2 1/2 cups)
- 2 1/2 pounds raw lean beef brisket, trimmed, use brisket from the flat half
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp paprika
- 3/4 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp sugar

TIP: For added color and flavor, substitute a cup of frozen green bell pepper strips for half of the mushrooms.

Directions:
Preheat oven to 325ºF.
Spread onion slices and garlic on bottom of a nonstick roasting pan; top with carrots and mushrooms. Arrange beef over vegetables.
In a mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, paprika, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, lemon juice and sugar; stir to dissolve sugar.
Pour tomato mixture over brisket and vegetables; tightly cover with a sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Roast for 2 hours and then remove from oven; uncover, stir and use pan juices to baste meat. Return brisket to oven and roast for about 1 hour more, uncovered, basting every 15 minutes.
Remove pan from oven and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Serve meat and vegetables with sauce spooned over top. Entire recipe makes 8 servings.

Serving size is 3oz of beef plus ¾ cup of vegetables and sauce
Each serving = 5 Weight Watchers Points

Everyone loves a good meatball…they are such a tasty appetizer and are perfect for any party or celebration. And this spicy BBQ meatball recipe is sure to be a hit at your holiday celebration this year! They are so easy to make and each serving of 2 meatballs is just 1 Weight Watchers Point. By making a few substitutions in the tradition hors d’ouvre recipe, its now much lower in fat and calories but still tastes fantastic, making it a wonderful Weight Watchers Holiday Recipe to serve this year. These juicy little meatballs taste so good, no one will even know that they are eating less calories than most all other meatball recipes! If you are a Weight Watcher and you want a healthy, low Point appetizer to prepare for your holiday bash, put this awesome holiday appetizer recipe into action!

Weight Watchers Spicy Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds lean ground turkey
- 1 cups uncooked quick oats
- 2 medium egg whites
- 1 large onions, finely chopped
- 1 medium garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cups parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp beef bouillon granules
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups barbecue sauce

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Combine all ingredients, except barbecue sauce, in a medium-size bowl; mix well.
Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Shape meatball mixture into sixty 1-inch balls; place on baking sheet.
Bake at 350ºF until cooked through, about 25 minutes. Transfer meatballs to a chafing dish or crockpot to keep warm.
Meanwhile, heat barbecue sauce over medium-high heat until hot. Pour sauce over cooked meatballs, toss gently and serve. Yields 2 meatballs per serving.

Each serving = 1 Weight Watchers Point

Here’s another tasty Passover Recipe that’s amazingly yummy and very low in Weight Watchers Points. This will make a great side dish to your Passover meal and it tastes so good, your dinner guests probably won’t even know it’s low calorie! If you are following the Weight Watchers program, this traditional Jewish Passover recipe is a must try — you’ll love the unique flavor. Plus it’s very easy to prepare and the leftovers taste great cold too!

Red Cabbage in Red Wine Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:
1 small chopped white onion
1/2 kilogram red cabbage, sliced into strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1.75 ounces of raisins
1/2 cup red wine
1 tablespoon red wine vinaigrette
Salt and pepper by taste
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon Splenda

Directions:
Fry the onion in the olive oil until golden. Add the cabbage and continue cooking until it looses its volume. Add the raisins, wine, vinaigrette, spices, and bring it to boil. Lower the flame and continue cooking while mixing occasionally uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the cabbage becomes very soft.

Makes 4 servings. Kosher for Passover.

Weight Watchers Points Value = 1 WW Point per serving

(total of 6 Weight Watchers Points for the entire dish)

Matzo is a traditional staple of the Jewish Passover meal. And since so much matzo is eaten during this holiday, it’s vital to find a variety of ways to eat it. This matzo brei recipe is one I learned from my future mother in law. She uses this Passover recipe every year, and serves the matzo brei for breakfast. This traditional Jewish recipe can be enjoyed plain or sprinkled with salt. Or try it with cinnamon sugar and reduced-calorie syrup. I personally enjoy my matzo brei served with a bit of low fat cottage cheese on top. There really are many different ways to prepare this Jewish Passover recipe and yet still be able to stay on track with your Weight Watchers Points. This matzo brei recipe is SO incredibly easy and really yummy too! Give it a try and impress your Jewish friends with this traditional Passover dish! And hey, even if you aren’t Jewish and don’t celebrate Passover, this is still a pretty tasty bite!

Matzo Brei Recipe

Ingredients:
3/4 cup fat-free egg substitute
6 complete matzo(s)
2 Tbsp light butter

Directions:
Soften a piece of matzo with warm water, until it begins to bend; break into 2-inch pieces and place in a large bowl. Repeat with remaining matzo. Pour egg substitute over matzo pieces and mix until well-coated.
In a large nonstick pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add matzo mixture, cook, turning occasionally, until matzo just begins to brown and is heated throughout (approx 5 minutes). Serve immediately. Makes about 1 cup per serving. Kosher for Passover.

Weight Watchers Points Value = 5 (WW Points)