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		<title>Low Calorie Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe &#8211; 2 Point Value</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:15:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[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. ]]></description>
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<p>Though this is not one of Weight Watchers Thanksgiving Recipes, it&#8217;s a FABULOUS stuffing recipe for anyone who needs a delicious low calorie stuffing to put on their table this year! Plus, it&#8217;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&#8217;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&#8217;ve been working so hard on all year. And it&#8217;s so yummy, you may just find yourself making this dish for non Thanksgiving Dinners too! Enjoy.</p>
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<h2><u>Low Calorie Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe</u></h2>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 8 slices light bread (I used Weight Watchers bread)<br />
- 1 1/2 cups fat-free chicken or vegetable broth<br />
- 1 1/2 cup chopped onion<br />
- 1 1/2 cup chopped celery<br />
- ¼ cup granny smith apples (finely chopped with skin on)<br />
- 1/3 cup fat-free liquid egg substitute<br />
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary<br />
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme<br />
- 1 tbsp fresh sage<br />
- 2 tbsp. light butter (I used Brummel &#038; Brown)<br />
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
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.</p>
<p>Preheat oven to 325 degrees.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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!</p>
<p>Entire Recipe is 4 servings<br />
Serving size is 1 1/2 cup<br />
Each serving = 2 Point Value</p>
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		<title>Low Calorie Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe &#8211; 0 Point Total</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/09/22/low-calorie-thai-cucumber-salad-recipe-0-point-total/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This delicious tangy Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe is a fabulous, 0 Points Total dish that's super easy to make, yet is a unique substitute for traditional salads. It's a tasty side dish recipe that was given to me by another Weight Watchers member, and I'm so glad I gave it a try!]]></description>
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<p>This delicious tangy Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe is a fabulous, 0 Points Total dish that&#8217;s super easy to make, yet is a unique substitute for traditional salads. It&#8217;s a tasty side dish recipe that was given to me by another Weight Watchers member, and I&#8217;m so glad I gave it a try! All the ingredients have 0 Weight Watchers Points, so each serving would have to be pretty big in order to rack up any Points. This can be eaten alone as a salad, or makes a wonderful garnish or topping for healthy meat recipes. If you want a good low calorie salad to add to your Weight Watchers Salad Recipes repertoire, this is one to consider!</p>
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<h2><u>Low Calorie Thai Cucumber Salad Recipe</u></h2>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 6 regular sized cucumbers, thinly sliced<br />
- 1/2 cup white vinegar<br />
- 1/2 cup water<br />
- 1/2 cup Splenda (the kind in the box for baking, not the packets)<br />
- 1 tsp salt<br />
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallots<br />
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped red onion<br />
- 2 tbsp sliced fresh hot red or green chilies (use more if you like it spicy!)</p>
<p>**You can peel the cumbers if you prefer, but I left the skin on on for more flavor and texture.</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
Combine vinegar, water, spelnda and salt and boil until Splenda and salt are dissolved. Remove from heat, cool to room temp.<br />
In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, shallots, red onion and chilies. Add cooled vinegar mixture and toss. Enjoy!</p>
<p>Serving size = 1 cup<br />
Each serving = 0 Point Total</p>
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		<title>Light Cobb Salad Recipe &#8211; 5 Point Total</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/08/14/light-cobb-salad-recipe/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:49:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I'm on big salad kick lately. maybe it's because it's so hot out, I just don't feel like eating anything else. Or maybe it's because I've found such awesome low calorie salad recipes lately that I actually ENJOY eating it! And I've recently come across this amazingly good low calorie Cobb Salad Recipe.]]></description>
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<p>I&#8217;m on big salad kick lately. Maybe it&#8217;s because it&#8217;s so hot out, I just don&#8217;t feel like eating anything else. Or maybe it&#8217;s because I&#8217;ve found such awesome low calorie salad recipes lately that I actually ENJOY eating it! Either way, I&#8217;m all about the greens. And I&#8217;ve recently come across this amazingly good low calorie Cobb Salad Recipe. Each serving has just a 5 Point Total, which is a phenomenal count, considering that a traditional cobb salad recipe can clock in at well over 20 Weight Watchers Points per serving&#8230;SCARY! So this lighter version is a real treat. And it still has all of the yummy goodness that makes a cobb salad tasty! Bacon, blue cheese, egg&#8230;mmmmm! If you love cobb salads, then this low calorie recipe is a MUST try!</p>
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<h2><u>Light Cobb Salad Recipe</u></h2>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 1/2 head of romaine, coarsely chopped<br />
- 1 cucumber, chopped or sliced into small pieces<br />
- 1/2 head of Boston lettuce (or Iceberg), coarsely chopped<br />
- 2 hard-boiled large eggs, separated, whites and yolks finely chopped<br />
- 5 slices of extra lean turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled<br />
- 1 ripe avocado, cut into small pieces<br />
- 6 oz chicken breast, cooked and diced<br />
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped<br />
- 1/2 cup blue cheese</p>
<p>Dressing<br />
- 1/3 cup red-wine vinegar<br />
- 2/3 cup olive oil<br />
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard<br />
- 1 tsp lemon juice<br />
- 1 small clove garlic, crushed<br />
- Salt and pepper</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
Combine chopped lettuce in a large salad bowl.<br />
Arrange the chicken, bacon, tomato, egg and avocado over the greens.<br />
Whisk vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Add the oil in a slow stream, whisking until it is emulsified. Serve separately.</p>
<p>Entire Recipe makes 8 servings<br />
Serving size is 1/8 of entire recipe<br />
Each serving, with dressing = 5 Point Total</p>
<p>This recipe was created by <a href="http://weight-watchers-points-recipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/cobb-salad.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gina’s</a> WW Recipes.</p>
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		<title>Caprese Salad Recipe &#8211; 3 Point Total</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/08/13/caprese-salad-recipe/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:03:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This simple summer salad is probably one of my favorite salad recipes ever. I just adore the taste combination of sweet tomatoes and basil with the tang of balsamic vinegar and the creaminess of the mozzarella cheese. Plus, it's an incredibly fast &#038; easy dish to make, and it's pretty diet friendly.]]></description>
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<p>This simple summer salad is probably one of my favorite salad recipes ever. I just adore the taste combination of sweet tomatoes and basil with the tang of balsamic vinegar and the creaminess of the mozzarella cheese. Plus, it&#8217;s an incredibly fast &#038; easy dish to make, and it&#8217;s pretty diet friendly. It&#8217;s also a great way to get some vitamins, calcium and antioxidants into your diet! And each serving has just a 3 Point Total (5 Point Total for two servings). So, while you can&#8217;t go hog wild and eat the whole thing, it&#8217;s still a healthy, diet-friendly salad to enjoy in controlled portions. This tasty tomato, basil, and mozzarella salad makes a great healthy side dish recipe to serve along with a hearty sandwich or healthy grilled chicken. Though, it&#8217;s such a versatile recipe, you can really serve this with just about any meal. It also makes a great appetizer recipe! </p>
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<h2><u>Caprese Salad Recipe</u></h2>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 1 large tomato, sliced into 8 slices<br />
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced into 8 slices<br />
- 5-6 basil leaves, sliced or whole<br />
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil<br />
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar<br />
- salt and fresh pepper</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
Place sliced tomato on a large plate or platter. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar and salt and pepper. Top tomato slices with mozzarella and then drizzele olive oil and vinegar mixture over all the slices. Spread basil leaves evenly over all slices.</p>
<p>Entire recipe makes 8 servings<br />
Each serving = 3 Point Total</p>
<p>This recipe was created by <a href="http://weight-watchers-points-recipes.blogspot.com/2009/07/caprese-salad.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gina’s</a> WW Recipes.</p>
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		<title>Avocado and Crab Salad Recipe &#8211; 5 Point Total</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/08/11/avocado-and-crab-salad-recipe/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:55:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With temperatures still on the rise this summer, this light and delicious Avocado and Crab Salad Recipe is the perfect dish to serve up! Loaded with flavor, tang and creamy goodness, this fresh salad recipe is not only DELISH...it's good for you too! ]]></description>
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<p>With temperatures still on the rise this summer, this light and delicious Avocado and Crab Salad Recipe is the perfect dish to serve up! Loaded with flavor, tang and creamy goodness, this fresh salad recipe is not only DELISH&#8230;it&#8217;s good for you too! Though this is not an official Weight Watchers recipe, if you are a weight watcher, you will dedinitely want to add this low point salad recipe to your collection. And this fabulous little dish can be served as an appetizer or over a bed of fresh greens for a delightful summer salad.</p>
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<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 1 medium Hass avocado<br />
- 4 oz lump crab meat<br />
- 1 tbsp chopped red tomato<br />
- 2 tbsp chopped red onion<br />
- 1 lime, juice of<br />
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro<br />
- 1 tsp olive oil<br />
- salt and pepper to taste</p>
<p>NOTE: For added heat and spice, try adding in 1 tsp finely chopped jalapeno peppers! Or add a little variety by adding 1 tbsp of pear or papaya for a sweeter, fresher taste.</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
In a medium bowl, combine onion, tomato, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro salt and pepper. Add crab meat and toss well.<br />
Cut avocado open, remove pit and spoon out avocado. Cut into large chunks and add to crab. Mix carefully, not to mash the avocado. Spoon back into avocado shells and enjoy!</p>
<p>Entire Recipe makes 2 servings<br />
Each serving = 5 Point Total</p>
<p>This recipe was created by <a href="http://weight-watchers-points-recipes.blogspot.com/2009/04/avocado-and-crab-salad.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gina&#8217;s</a> WW Recipes.</p>
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		<title>Ratatouille Recipe &#8211; 1 Point Total</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/08/06/ratatouille-recipe/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 16:17:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Having veggies all the time can get pretty boring, so I'm always on the lookout for healthy vegetable recipes with flair. When I came across this light Ratatouille recipe, I was really eager to give it a try. And with just 1 Point Total per serving, this recipe was on it's way to be a staple in my collection of Weight Watchers Recipes!]]></description>
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<p>This hot summer has got me craving the lighter fare of fresh summer veggies. This is course is wonderful for my Weight Watchers plan! But, having veggies all the time can get pretty boring, so I&#8217;m always on the lookout for healthy vegetable recipes with flair. When I came across this light Ratatouille recipe, I was really eager to give it a try. It sounded SO delish and with just 1 Point Total per serving, this recipe was on it&#8217;s way to be a staple in my collection of Weight Watchers Recipes! It certainly turned out just as tasty as I had anticipated. So if you are a Weight Watcher looking for some low Points recipes, this Ratatouille recipe will definitely fit the bill.</p>
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<h2><u>Ratatouille Recipe</u></h2>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 1 medium eggplant, cut in 1” cubes<br />
- 1 medium onion, chopped<br />
- 1 large tomato, cut in 1/2-inch pieces (or 14 oz canned diced tomatoes)<br />
- 1 small zucchini, chopped in 1/2-inch pieces<br />
- 5 garlic cloves, sliced thinly<br />
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar<br />
- Salt and pepper to taste<br />
- 1 tsp paprika<br />
- 1/2 cup black olives (Kalamata if available), pits removed and halved<br />
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, quartered<br />
- 1/2 red or green pepper, chopped<br />
- Parmesan cheese (fresh if available)</p>
<p>NOTE: For more flavor, I actually roasted my eggplant and red pepper before adding into the recipe</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
Preheat oven to 400F. Place 1 tablespoon water in a large skillet and bring to boil over medium heat. Add the eggplant and onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes or until beginning to soften. Meanwhile, clean and cut the remaining (including optional if using) vegetables. Add as ready, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 10 – 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and season with paprika, and salt &#038; pepper to taste. Add balsamic vinegar, stirring to distribute. Transfer to a baking dish lightly sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 25 minutes. If desired, after baking 20 minutes, remove dish from oven and top with Parmesan. Return to oven for final 5 minutes. Serve immediately.    </p>
<p>Entire Recipe makes 8 servings<br />
Serving size = 3/4 cup<br />
Each serving = 1 Point Total </p>
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		<title>Roasted Red Pepper Dip Recipe with Chick Peas &#8211; 4 Point Total</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/08/04/roasted-red-pepper-dip-recipe-with-chick-peas/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:48:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This Roasted Red Pepper dip is the perfect accompaniment to some fresh sliced veggies or baked tortilla chips. It is packed with flavor and texture, but also loaded with vitamins and fiber. So your getting a tasty dip recipe that is actually good for you, while still tasting amazing.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This Roasted Red Pepper dip is the perfect accompaniment to some fresh sliced veggies or baked tortilla chips. It is packed with flavor and texture, but also loaded with vitamins, protein, and fiber. So your getting a tasty dip recipe that is actually good for you, while still tasting amazing. Each serving has just a 4 Point Total, which is awesome! The first time I tried this, I served it up with fresh sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and red &#038; yellow bell peppers (all 0 Weight Watchers Points), and it was INCREDIBLE! Everyone raved about it and no one had any idea that it was actually a healthy, low calorie dip recipe!</p>
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<h2><u>Roasted Red Pepper Dip Recipe with Chick Peas</u></h2>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 1 15 oz can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained<br />
- 1 medium roasted red pepper, skin and seeds removed<br />
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, leaves only<br />
- 3 cloves garlic<br />
- 2 tbsp sesame oil<br />
- juice of 1 lemon<br />
- Kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Add a little water if it is too thick. Blend until smooth. Serve with fresh vegetables like cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, or whatever you prefer.      </p>
<p>Entire recipe makes 4 servings<br />
Each serving = 4 Point Total</p>
<p>This recipe was created by <a href="http://weight-watchers-points-recipes.blogspot.com/2009/05/chick-pea-and-roasted-pepper-dip.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gina’s</a> WW Recipes.</p>
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		<title>Turkish Salad Recipe, Salat Turki &#8211; 3 Point Total</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/06/02/turkish-salad-recipe-salat-turki/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:49:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On one of my trips to the Middle East, I discovered the amazing concept of salads that don't involve lettuce. They are so different from the American concept of traditional salads, and they are WAY healthier and yummier! Consisting of a vast variety of different vegetables, Middle Eastern Salads are a real treat to the palate and to the waistline!]]></description>
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<p>On one of my trips to the Middle East, I discovered the amazing concept of salads that don&#8217;t involve lettuce. They are so different from the American concept of traditional salads, and they are WAY healthier and yummier! Consisting of a vast variety of different vegetables, Middle Eastern Salads are a real treat to the palate and to the waistline! One of my favorites, is this Turkish Salad Recipe. It is LOADED with fabulous flavor, but also with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. If you are looking for delicious and healthy weight watcher salad recipes, you must give this Turkish Salad a try! With just a 3 point value for half of the recipe, this low calorie salad recipe is a great way to get in your vegetable servings and have a delicious salad that will actually fill you up, because the serving size is huge!!! Though this isn&#8217;t an official Weight Watchers Salad Recipe, it&#8217;s still a great dish for anyone watching their weight or trying to eat healthier. It also makes a wonderful side dish to serve with just about any chicken, fish or beef meal. Enjoy!</p>
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<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 1 large onion<br />
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil<br />
- 1 green bell pepper<br />
- 2 red bell peppers<br />
- 2 large tomatoes<br />
- 3 Tbsp. sliced or pitted, chopped green olives<br />
- 1 tsp. salt<br />
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin<br />
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper<br />
- 1 bay leaf<br />
- 4 Tbsp. tomato paste<br />
- 2 Tbsp. parley or coriander leaf<br />
- Tabasco or other hot sauce to taste</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
Peel and dice the onions. Fry them in the olive oil till golden: use a medium-sized pan or a large frying pan. Remove the stem, seeds and white inner membrane from all the peppers. Chop into dice. Add them to the onions. Cover the pan and cook the vegetables till the peppers are soft – about 8 minutes. Stir once or twice. Dice the tomatoes. If necessary, pit and slice the olives. Add all of these to the pan. Add the bay leaf, black pepper, cumin, salt, and tomato paste. If you like, add Tabasco or chili of choice. Cover the pan again and cook the vegetables over a medium flame for about 15 minutes. Some want the vegetables to retain their individual forms and tastes (I do). Others like to blend their Turkish Salad and serve it as a dip. This is totally up to you. For an aesthetic touch, chop the parsley and sprinkle it over the salad. Serve hot or cold.</p>
<p>Entire recipe makes 2 HUGE servings<br />
Each serving = 3 point value</p>
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		<title>Parsley and Lemon Zest Pasta Recipe &#8211; 0 Point Total</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/05/27/0-point-value-pasta-recipe-parsley-and-lemon-zest/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 16:30:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I know have said this many times before, but I am a huge fan of <a href="http://www.laaloosh.com/miracle-noodle/zero-calorie-pasta" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miracle Noodle</a>. They have a ZERO CALORIE pasta that truly wants to make me do flips with excitement. Granted, it's not as perfect as regular pasta, but for zero calories and zero fat, you just can't beat it. Plus, I've got a ton of weight watcher pasta recipes that incorporates Miracle Noodles, and they are super yummy!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I know have said this many times before, but I am a huge fan of <a href="http://www.laaloosh.com/miracle-noodle/zero-calorie-pasta" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miracle Noodle</a>. They have a ZERO CALORIE pasta that truly wants to make me do flips with excitement. Granted, it&#8217;s not as perfect as regular pasta, but for zero calories and zero fat, you just can&#8217;t beat it. Plus, I&#8217;ve got a ton of weight watcher pasta recipes that incorporates <a href="http://www.laaloosh.com/miracle-noodle/zero-calorie-pasta" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miracle Noodles</a> and they are super yummy! One of my favorites, in fact, is this zesty Parsley and Lemon Pasta. It&#8217;s so light and fresh, and is the perfect summer side dish recipe that goes great with fish or chicken. I also like that you can serve this dish warm or cold! Though, I have found that I like it best at room temperature. Too hot or too cold is not quite as good. The only ingredient that has any calories in this pasta recipe is the olive oil. So each serving comes out to a 0 point value!! LOOOOOOOVE it!!! Seriously, if you haven&#8217;t gotten on board with Miracle Noodle yet, you&#8217;ve gotta give it a try. You can get SO much quantity from these Miracle Noodle Recipes that you really get filled up and can actually enjoy what you are eating. Seriously, this calorie free, fat free pasta is a Weight Watchers best friend.</p>
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<h2><u>Parsley and Lemon Zest Pasta Recipe</u></h2>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 2 packs <a href="http://www.laaloosh.com/miracle-noodle/zero-calorie-pasta" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miracle Noodle Mini-Pearls</a><br />
- 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil<br />
- 1/2 tsp. coarse (kosher) salt<br />
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper<br />
- Grated zest from 2 lemons<br />
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice<br />
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions<br />
- 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley</p>
<p>** You can add more salt and pepper to suit your taste<br />
** Feel free to throw in some other 0 point veggies to jazz it up. I loved it with tomatoes added!</p>
<p>Currently, Miracle Noodles can only be purchased online. CLICK <a href="http://www.laaloosh.com/miracle-noodle/zero-calorie-pasta" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> TO BUY MIRACLE NOODLES!!</p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
Drain and rinse the pearls well; transfer to a serving bowl. Add oil and remaining ingredients;<br />
toss to combine flavors. Spoon 1 cup onto each of 4 dinner plates and top with the Weight Watchers chicken recipe or Weight Watchers fish recipe of your choice. </p>
<p>Entire Recipe makes 4 servings<br />
Serving Size is 1 cup<br />
Each serving = 0 point value </p>
<p>*This is not an official Weight Watchers Side Dish Recipe or a Weight Watchers Pasta Recipe.</p>
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		<title>Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche Recipe &#8211; 5 Point Value</title>
		<link>http://www.laaloosh.com/2009/04/14/weight-watchers-broccoli-and-cheddar-quiche-recipe/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:51:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LaaLoosh</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Talk about a yummy dish!! This fabulously tasty Weight Watcher Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche Recipe is a sure hit. With just 5 Weight Watchers Points per slice, it's the perfect, low calorie breakfast recipe to serve up any time you are craving it. ]]></description>
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<p>Talk about a yummy dish!! This fabulously tasty Weight Watcher Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche Recipe is a sure hit. With just 5 Weight Watchers Points per slice, it&#8217;s the perfect, low calorie breakfast recipe to serve up any time you are craving it. The flaky crust and thick, creamy filling is absolutely delicious and totally satisfying. Plus, with the broccoli, eggs, and cheese, this quiche recipe is not only low in Points, but it&#8217;s good for you too! Loaded with protein, calcium, fiber and antioxidants, you&#8217;ll get a lot of bang for your buck with this breakfast favorite. Traditionally a breakfast food, this Weight Watcher Quiche Recipe is so good, you might find yourself preparing it for a lunch or dinner too! And why not? It&#8217;s a wonderfully healthy meal choice for any time of the day.</p>
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<h2><u>Weight Watchers Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche Recipe</u></h2>
<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />
- 6 oz pie crust, 9-inch, refrigerated<br />
- 2 tsp olive oil<br />
- 1/2 cup red onions, chopped<br />
- 1 1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese<br />
- 1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese<br />
- 1 large egg<br />
- 2 large egg white<br />
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard<br />
- 1 tsp dried oregano<br />
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill<br />
- 1/2 tsp table salt, or more to taste<br />
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or more to taste<br />
- 10 oz frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and well-drained<br />
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese</p>
<p>TIP: Not a broccoli fan? Substitute spinach in its place. </p>
<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />
Preheat oven to 375ºF. Press pie crust into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch, removable-bottom tart pan or a 9-inch pie pan; refrigerate until ready to use.<br />
To make filling, heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes. Transfer onion to a large bowl and add ricotta cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, egg whites, mustard, oregano, salt and pepper; mix well and fold in broccoli. Spoon mixture into prepared crust and level surface with a wooden spoon; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and chopped dill.<br />
Bake until a knife inserted near center comes out clean, about 35 to 40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing into 8 pieces. </p>
<p>Entire recipe makes 8 servings<br />
Serving size is 1 slice (1/8th of quiche)<br />
Each serving = 5 Weight Watchers Points</p>
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