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Turkey Lasagna Recipe with Spinach and Mushrooms – 6 Points +

LaaLoosh — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:58:21 +0000

This easy Turkey Lasagna Recipe is really simple to make and it tastes great! Without sacrificing the fabulous ricotta cheese (I used a delicious fat free ricotta from Trader Joe’s) and mozzarella cheese (a reduced fat shredded mozzarella), and also by making a few healthier substitutions, you get a very nicely sized piece of lasagna for just 6 Points +. By using prepared marinara sauce in a jar I was able to shave some time and effort off the preparation, which I always appreciate. The addition of the spinach and mushroom and the lean ground turkey, give this healthy turkey lasagna recipe a lot of fiber and protein. I used oven ready organic whole wheat lasagna noodles that I found at Whole Foods, and they were amazing! So good for you, and truly tasted just as good as traditional lasagna noodles. This low calorie turkey lasagna recipe is a healthy dinner that the whole family will enjoy.

Turkey Lasagna Recipe with Spinach and Mushrooms

An easy Turkey Lasagna Recipe that has just 6 Points + for a nicely piece is the perfect idea for a healthy Italian food dinner.

Ingredients

11 oz Whole Wheat Lasagna Noodles (No-Boil, Oven Ready), about 18 noodles
1 lb ground turkey breast
1 ¾ cups fat free Ricotta cheese
1 5-8oz bag fresh spinach leaves
1 10oz package baby Portabello mushrooms, sliced
1 cup low fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 28oz jars prepared marina sauce (about 6 cups)
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Generously spray a large, non-stick skillet with non-fat cooking spray.
Saute 3 cloves of garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add in ground turkey breast, oregano, and ½ the salt and pepper. Cook until turkey is no longer pink, about 10-12 minutes.
Add in mushrooms and cook until mushrooms begin to soften, about 3-5 minutes. Then add in spinach and cook until spinach lightly wilts, about 2-4 minutes.
Then pour in both jars of marinara sauce, turn heat to low. Let simmer about 10 minutes, just until sauce is well-heated.
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine ricotta, remaining garlic, basil, and the rest of the salt & pepper.
With a large, 11 x 15 lasagna dish, begin layering your lasagna. Start with a layer of sauce, then noodles (I used about 6), then ricotta mixture.
Continue layering until all sauce, noodles and ricotta are finished.
Top with mozzarella cheese and aluminum foil.
Bake until mozzarella becomes bubbly, about 30-40 minutes.
Remove from oven and take off aluminum foil. Put back in oven and heat until mozzarella begins to brown. About 5 minutes.
Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Preparation time: 20 minute(s)

Cooking time: 50 minute(s)

Diet tags: Reduced fat, Reduced carbohydrate, High protein

Number of servings (yield): 12

Culinary tradition: USA (Traditional)

Entire recipe makes 12 servings
Serving size is 1/12 of lasagna pan
Each serving = 6 Points +

PER SERVING: 194 calories; 5g fat; 17g protein; 36g carbohydrates; 6g fiber

Vegetable and Turkey Meatloaf Recipe – 5 Points +

LaaLoosh — Mon, 09 May 2011 21:23:10 +0000

photo credit: epicurious

An American classic, the meatloaf has been around for a looooooong time. But this healthy meatloaf recipe made with ground turkey and lots of veggies makes it a much better meal for you and your family. Each 1 slice serving has just 5 Points +, and packs in a lot of protein, fiber and veggies. Serve it with a salad, soup and some roasted veggies for a fabulous low Points Plus meal. This is one of my go to meals to cook whenever my son decides to not eat any veggies – and he loves it! So if you are looking for a good, low calorie meatloaf dish to add to your repertoire of staple Weight Watchers dinner recipes, this Vegetable and Turkey Meatloaf is definitely one to consider.

Vegetable and Turkey Meatloaf Recipe

A deliciously low calorie meatloaf that will makes a great weeknight dinner idea, this Vegetable and Turkey Meatloaf Recipe is not only tasty, but quite healthy too. Made with ground turkey instead of beef, and loaded with veggies, this traditional American meal gets a healthy makeover.

Ingredients

1 1/4 lb ground turkey
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 large zucchini, shredded
1 large celery stalk, finely chopped
3 medium carrots, shredded
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 lb mushrooms, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/4 cup liquid egg substitute
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a loaf sized baking pan with foil.
Spray a nonstick skillet with non fat cooking spray. Saute the onion until softened – about 3-5 minutes. Add in the carrots, celery, and bell pepper, and cook for another 3-5 minutes to soften the veggies. Add in the zucchini, mushrooms and garlic and saute about 3 more minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, oats, parsley, egg substitute, applesauce, tomato paste, paprika, salt and pepper. Fold in the veggies.
Empty the mixture into your baking pan, and shape mixture into a loaf form with your hands.
Bake until browned and meat inside is thoroughly cooked – about 1 hour.
Remove from oven and let stand about 10-15 minutes. Cut into 6 equally sized slices.

Preparation time: 20 minute(s)

Cooking time: 1 hour(s) 15 minute(s)

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

Number of servings (yield): 6

Meal type: dinner

Culinary tradition: USA (Traditional)

Entire recipe makes 6 servings
Serving size is 1 slice of meatloaf
Each serving = 5 Points +

PER SERVING: 185 calories; 3g fat; 18 g carbohydrates; 27 g protein; 4 g fiber

Turkey Meatballs Recipe with Lemon and Rosemary Gravy – 6 Points +

LaaLoosh — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 01:01:18 +0000

photo credit: the food addicts

One time, at this fancy French restaurant, I had these AMAZING Lemon and Rosemary Meatballs covered in a velvety sauce that were seriously to die for. After harassing the waiter into telling me a little bit about some of the ingredients in the recipe, I knew that there was no way I could continue to order this on a regular basis and still stay on track with my Weight Watchers Daily PointsPlus Allowance. So after much research and experimentation in the kitchen, I came up with a low calorie meatballs recipe that is incredibly yummy, but has a LOT less fat and calories that would be found in the restaurant version. By using turkey instead of beef, adding in a lot of fiber, reducing butter and fat and using less carbs, this dish now just has 6 Points+ per serving. It can be used as an appetizer or main dish recipe, and works really well served over some 0 Points+ Miracle Noodles. Bon appetit!!

Turkey Meatballs Recipe with Lemon and Rosemary Gravy

Looking for a low calorie dinner recipe that is dressed to impress and tastes amazing? Try this Lemon and Rosemary Turkey Meatballs Recipe and I’m pretty sure you will be in heaven. Tasty and flavorful, it’s hard to believe these are low calorie meatballs. And though it’s not an official one of Weight Watchers Dinner Recipes, if you are a dieter who loves gourmet flavor, you will be very, very happy with this dish.

Ingredients

1 lb extra lean ground turkey (96% lean)
2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
3 large cloves garlic, peeled
3 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
1/2 cup original Fiber One Cereal
1 tsp salt
1/2 tbsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
1/4 cup liquid egg substitute
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
1 tbsp reduced fat butter (I used Brummel and Brown)
1 ½ cup fat free chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

In a food processor, combine cereal, salt, onion powder, paprika and pepper and pulverize to a fine powder or breadcrumb like consistency.
Place onion, garlic and lemon zest in a food processor. Add 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary and pulse just until the mixture is finely and evenly chopped (but not mushy).
Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl and gently mix in turkey, egg substitute and Fiber One breadcrumbs, Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper until combined. Use a generous 2 tablespoons each to shape the mixture into 12 meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter). Place flour in a shallow dish and roll the meatballs in it to lightly coat. (Reserve the remaining flour.)
Spray a large nonstick skillet with not fat cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, add meatballs and cook, turning once, until brown, 3 to 5 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
Add wine to the pan, increase heat to medium-high and cook, scraping up any browned bits, until almost evaporated, 1 to 3 minutes. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and return the meatballs to the pan along with the remaining 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary and cook until the meatballs are cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the meatballs to a serving bowl.
Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until reduced to 1 cup, 4 to 8 minutes.
Whisk lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of the reserved flour in a small bowl (discard any remaining flour); whisking constantly, add the flour mixture to the sauce along with butter and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Simmer, whisking, until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve the sauce over the meatballs.

Cooking time (duration): 45

Diet (other): Reduced fat, Reduced carbohydrate, High protein

Number of servings (yield): 4

Meal type: dinner

Culinary tradition: French

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is 4 meatballs with about 1/4 cup sauce
Each serving = 6 Points +

PER SERVING: 254 calories; 5 g fat; 18 g carbohydrates; 32 g protein; 5 g fiber

Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe – 8 Points +

LaaLoosh — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 22:34:22 +0000

photo credit: la city zine

Make ahead Casserole Recipes are a lifesaver for me during the hectic week. I prepare them over the weekend, pop them in the freezer, and then have a fast go-to meal on hectic days. One of my favorite Weight Watchers Casserole Recipes is for Turkey Shepherd’s Pie. By using lean turkey, and by making a few other simple substitutions, I was able to take a traditional Shepherd’s Pie recipe and turn it into a much healthier option. Still full of flavor and just as satisfying, but with only 8 Points + per serving. Try serving with this tasty 0 Points + Salad Recipe as a healthy side dish!

Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Ingredients:
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 cups ground turkey, lean
- 2 cups fat free chicken broth
- ½ cup nonfat buttermilk
- ¼ cup fat free sour cream
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 3 tbsp whole wheat, all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup egg substitute
- 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 large leeks, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh sage, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a non-stick skillet with no-fat cooking spray, and brown the ground turkey. Set aside. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add leeks and carrots and cook, stirring, until the leeks soften, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute more.
Pour in wine and stir until most of the liquid has evaporated. Add flour, thyme and sage and cook, stirring constantly, until the flour starts to turn light brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and the carrots are barely tender, about 5 minutes.
Add turkey and peas and season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a deep 2-quart baking dish and set aside.
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and add cold salted water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook, partially covered, until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and return the potatoes to the pan.
Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or whip with an electric mixer, add buttermilk to make it smooth and creamy, but not runny. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in egg substitute and sour cream.
Spread the potatoes on top of the turkey mixture. Set the dish on a baking sheet and bake until the potatoes and filling are heated through and the top is golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes.

Entire recipes makes 6 servings
Serving size is 1/6th of casserole dish
Each serving = 8 Points +

PER SERVING: 300 calories; 8 g fat; 40 g carbohydrates; 22 g protein; 6 g fiber

Greek Turkey Burger Recipe – 4 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:10:42 +0000

A few weeks back, I was contact by the folks over at Yoplait to try out their Nonfat Greek Yogurt and review the product. I love Greek Yogurt, so I was happy to oblige, as I use yogurt in many recipes and had never yet tried Yoplait’s Greek Yogurt. So, after picking up some of the yogurt, I headed into the kitchen last night to try out their Greek Turkey Burger Recipe with Homemade Tzatziki sauce. I’m a big fan of burgers and of Greek food, so I was excited to combine the two. I made a few alterations to the recipe in order to make it more Weight Watchers friendly, and I have to say, these low calorie turkey burgers turned out so yummy!! The feta cheese and homemade Tzatziki sauce really added a nice flavor, while still keeping it low in points. Each burger, with bun and sauce came out to just a 4 Point Total each. While I didn’t find the Yoplait Greek Yogurt better or much different than other non fat Greek yogurts I’ve used, their Greek Turkey Burger is definitely a hit and something that the whole family would enjoy.

Greek Turkey Burger Recipe

Ingredients:
Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 container (6 oz) Yoplait© Greek Fat Free plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 3 tablespoons chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill weed
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ tsp salt

PS. This sauce also makes a great low calorie dip recipe for veggies, pita chips or my 1 Point Baked Sweet Potato Chips Recipe!

Burgers:
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup crumbled fat free feta cheese (4 oz)
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill weed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 Arnold Select Sandwich Thins Multi-Grain
- 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
- fresh lettuce leaves

Directions:
In small bowl, mix 1/2 cup yogurt and remaining sauce ingredients; refrigerate until serving. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix all burger ingredients and remaining yogurt. Shape mixture into 4 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
Place patties on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning after 5 minutes, until thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F. Place burgers in buns with tomato slices and sauce.
If you choose to broil your burgers instead, broil patties with tops about 6 inches from heat 4 minutes; turn patties. Cook 6 to 8 minutes longer or until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F.
Place a patty on one of the sandwich thins, top with 1 tbsp of Tzatziki sauce, a few tomato slices and a few fresh lettuce leaves.

Entire recipe makes 4 burgers
Serving size is 1 Greek Turkey burger with bun, 1 tbsp Tzatziki sauce and lettuce/tomato
Each serving = 4 Point Total

BBQ Sloppy Joe Recipe – 4 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 18:43:16 +0000

A great idea for an easy and low calorie lunch recipe, this BBQ Turkey Sloppy Joe Sandwich is super yummy! It has just a 4 Point Total per sandwich, and is a perfect main dish for just about any meal. Made with ground turkey instead of ground beef, and served in an Orowheat Sandwich thin instead of a high calorie bun, this Sloppy Joe Sandwich Recipe becomes pretty weight watchers friendly. Pair it with a low point salad or roasted veggies for a fabulous and healthy lunch! And though this is not an official Weight Watchers Sloppy Joe Recipe, anyone who loves this traditional American meal will definitely appreciate the lower calorie version. Enjoy!

BBQ Sloppy Joe Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 Arnold Select Sandwich Thins Multi-Grain

Directions:
Brown turkey over medium high heat in a nonstick skillet coated with non-fat cooking spray, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add peppers and onion and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Add barbecue sauce, canned tomatoes, garlic powder, and chili powder; and cook for about 2-3 more minutes.
Open one of your sandwich thins and put 1/4th of turkey mixture on the bottom bun. Place bun top over the turkey mixture and serve.
*NOTE: You may want to toast your sandwich thin a bit first

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is 1 sandwich
Each serving = 4 Point Total

Italian Wedding Soup Recipe – 2 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:05:22 +0000

This delicious, low calorie Wedding Soup Recipe is a real treat for any Weight Watcher! The serving size is fantastic, and the soup leaves you feeling full and satisfying. It’s full of flavor, texture, and meatballs, and I found it hard to believe that this was a low calorie soup. So if you are getting a bit tired of eating Weight Watcher 0 Point Vegetable soup over and over again, do your self a favor and give this Italian Wedding Soup with Meatballs Recipe a try. Yes, I know it’s not 0 Points, but if you love wedding soup, this 2 Point version is WELL worth it!

Italian Wedding Soup Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound ground turkey breast
- 1 large egg white, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp dried bread crumbs
- 1 1/2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 8 cups fat-free chicken broth
- 2 cups escarole, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup sliced carrots
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions:
In a medium bowl, combine turkey, egg white, bread crumbs, cheese, oregano and garlic powder; shape into 1/2-inch balls.
In a large saucepan, heat broth to boiling; stir in escarole, parsley, onion, carrots and meatballs. Return soup to boiling and then reduce heat to medium; cook at a slow boil for 15 minutes. Soup is done when meatballs float to the top and escarole is wilted.

Entire Recipe makes 6 servings
Serving size = 1 1/2 cups of soup and 5 to 6 meatballs per serving
Each serving = 2 Point Total

Low Calorie Meatball Sandwich Recipe – 5 Points +

LaaLoosh — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:06:54 +0000

photo credit: for the love of cooking

My husband is a huge fan of meatball subs, so I decided to make a slimmed down version to create a delicious meatball sub recipe that we could BOTH enjoy. And by simply substituting a few traditional ingredients, it was a success! Tasty and satisfying each meatball sandwich has just 5 Points + and is a great “manly” food that all weight watchers can enjoy. And though this is not an official Weight Watchers Meatball Sandwich Recipe, it’s definitely a great meal idea for anyone who doesn’t want to give up the “good” foods while dieting.

Low Calorie Meatball Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 lb extra lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup liquid egg substitute
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp granulated onion powder
- 1/2 tbsp sea salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 24 oz canned diced tomatoes
- Low Points Plus rolls, like Sara Lee Delightful Hot Dog Buns or Orowheat Sandwich Rounds
- 8 slices of light Sargento Reduced Fat Provolone Cheese

OPTIONAL: garnish with fresh shredded basil

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Place oven racks in top 1/3 of oven. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or foil that’s been coated with non-fat cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine turkey, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, oregano, parsley, basil, garlic and salt & pepper. Scoop out turkey mixture and gently shape a small meatball (about the size of a tablespoon) and place on a prepared baking sheet; repeat with remaining ingredients to make 32 meatballs. Bake about 10 to 15 minutes. Make sure to shake the pans every 5 min to promote even browning of the meatballs.
Meanwhile, in a small sauce pan, heat up can of diced tomatoes. Feel free to mix in additional garlic, parsley, oregano, basil, salt and peeper for extra flavor. It won’t affect the points value.
When meatballs are done, remove from baking sheets. Place rolls on same baking sheets; top each piece with 4 meatballs. Spoon about 3 tablespoons sauce over meatballs in each sandwich; top each with 1 slice of light provolone cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and sandwiches are heated through, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Entire Recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size is 1 meatball sandwich
Each serving = 5 Points +

PER SERVING: 250 calories; 6 g fat; 21 g carbohydrates; 19 g protein; 7 g fiber

Ranch Turkey Burger Recipe – 3 Point Total

LaaLoosh — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:05:25 +0000

photo credit: rdm random remarks

We’ve all had our share of low calorie turkey burger recipes, but this one is one of my faves. Loaded with tang and flavor, this turkey burger recipe tastes much better than most, and yet still keeps the calorie count low. Ground turkey can be pretty bland, and there’s nothing more disappointing than a bland burger. And with just a 3 Point Total, this Ranch Turkey Burger reaches new heights of yumminess! Though this is not an official Weight Watchers Turkey Burger Recipe, it’s a low calorie, low fat burger that any meat-eating dieter will love. Try serving with some 1 Point Butternut Squash Fries!

Ranch Turkey Burger Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean, ground turkey
- 1 packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Dry Mix
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced

Directions:
In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Form into 4 patties. Spray a frying pan with cooking spray. Cook the patties until done. Serve on hamburger buns or wrap in iceberg lettuce for a carbohydrate free hamburger recipe version.
NOTE: Serving with hamburger buns will add additional points to the recipe – make sure to factor that in!

Entire Recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is 1 patty
Each serving = 3 Point Total

White Bean Turkey Chili Recipe – 4 Point Value

LaaLoosh — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:25:40 +0000

A great alternative to traditional chili recipes, this Weight Watchers Turkey Chili Recipe has a wonderfully unique taste that even the most pickiest eater will enjoy! I first learned of this recipe through my good friend, and fellow Weight Watcher, Janice, who is the writer of the fabulous blog, Sew Girly. She prepares this white bean chili recipe frequently and after hearing about how fabulous it is, I decided to try it myself, and I was blown away! It is such a nice change of pace from the typical chili recipe! This White Bean Chili also makes a fabulous Weight Watchers Crock Pot Recipe and it makes great leftovers so it tastes even better the next day for lunch! I prefer to prepare this as a crock pot recipe, and then divide the whole thing up into individual portions and freeze them so I can reheat it in a pinch for a quick and easy meal. With just 4 Weight Watchers Points per serving, and TONS of fiber and protein, this dish also makes a fantastic Momentum Plan Recipe. Each serving is really quite large so it will fill you up and won’t be hungry. And there’s nothing better than feeling full when you are dieting!! So if you are following the Weight Watchers Momentum Plan, or if you are just looking to expand your collection of yummy chili recipes, you are gonna want to give this white bean turkey chili a try, ASAP!

Weight Watchers White Bean Turkey Chili Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound extra lean ground turkey (SHOULD BE ABOUT 120 CALORIES PER 4 OZ)
- 2 (4 ounce) cans canned green chile peppers, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Kosher salt to taste
- ground cayenne pepper to taste
- ground white pepper to taste
- 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup fat free Half & Half
- 2 – 3 cups fat free chicken broth (add as needed if chili is too thick)
- 1/2 cup reduced fat, shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions

**OPTIONAL: Top with 1 tbsp of reduced fat sour cream (will not affect overall Points value)
*Note: The White Bean Chili in the picture shows some pomegranate seeds and celery on top of the sour cream for garnish, which is a nice idea! But I used the reduced fat cheese and green onions instead.

Directions:
In a large pot over medium heat, or in a crock pot on medium, combine the onion, garlic and ground turkey and saute for 10 minutes, or until turkey is well browned. Add the chile peppers, cumin, oregano, cilantro, cinnamon, salt, cayenne pepper, and white pepper to taste and saute for 5 more minutes.
Add one can of the beans and the chicken broth to the pot. Take the second can of beans and puree them in a blender or food processor. Add this to the pot along with the Half and Half. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes. If you are using this as a crock pot recipe, let simmer on low heat for about 2-4 hrs. Top each serving with 1/8 cup of reduced fat shredded Monterey Jack cheese, green onions, and 1 tbsp of reduced fat sour cream (optional). Recipe makes 4 HUGE servings.

Serving size is about 2 cups
Each serving = 4 Weight Watchers Points