Skinny Chicken Parmesan is the way to go for a figure friendly & family friendly meal. Serve this with salad or veggies for a complete meal. By using a mixture of panko & breadcrumbs you will get a crunchy coating when baking…so, no frying is needed 🙂 This meal is a great “prep-ahead” meal that…
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How could you go wrong with all of these flavors: Banana, Pumpkin & Chocolate Chips? Muffins are an easy grab & go breakfast…don’t make the mistake of purchasing them when you could whip up a batch in no time. Store bought muffins are made with tons of butter & oil, which are not a good…
Craving some Mexican for breakfast? So was I when I created these Huevos Rancheros Cups for breakfast. This dish is perfect for Sunday brunch. All the flavors compliment each other and reminded me of our vacation at the Riviera Maya…. Making them in the muffin tins ensure perfect portion control. Leftovers can be easily warmed…
“Skinny” Spinach Mac & Cheese can be enjoyed as a side dish or a meal. Â How is it “skinny”? Â I re-vamped the recipe to include whole wheat elbow macaroni, chicken broth, reduced fat cheese & skim milk. Â It does not taste or look skinny….. So give it a try! Don’t worry; we won’t let anyone…
Veggie Brown Fried Rice is a much healthier than ordering Chinese take out.  You can chop up any veggies that you have at home and use it in this recipe.  The more veggies the better 🙂  It goes great with Mongolian Beef! Â
Melt in your mouth Mangolian beef made in the Crock Pot. A large amount of flavor for a no-fuss dish. It looks fancy enough to make while entertaining & easy enough as an everyday meal. My 3 year old doesn’t like the texture of steak but once he ate this..the words “mama its so soft”…
Samosa Cups have all the flavor of a traditional samosa without all of the fat & calories!! Fried Samosas….NO MORE!! This healthier version of a samosa does not require deep frying. Making samosas have never been easier. Whip up a batch today to enjoy a savory and healthy snack while you are drinking your tea…
The way to my husband’s heart is definitely through his stomach…..and this steak is probably one of his all time favorites. A great cut of Skirt Steak is needed for this recipe. I usually purchase this from Whole Foods and they trim it so there is barely any fat on the strip. I…
Needless to say that this was our Valentine’s Day Dessert. Can you believe that this is “skinny”? This dessert was a hit…Low Points, Low Calories, Low Fat & Low Carbs! That isn’t icing on top….its just Fat Free Whipped Cream, heart sprinkles & a Chocolate Covered Strawberry. It is divine…try it out for yourself! I…
A smokey and flavorful chili is sure to warm you up on a cold night. There are so many different ways to make chili, with a variety of ingredients. I am fond of bean chili’s where as my hubby is a fan of meat chili’s. So, this is a nice mix of both worlds. Even…
This jalapeno cornbread is light, fluffy, sweet & spicy. Not only does it taste great but it I have made it “skinny” No oil is used in this recipe. Well, except for spraying the baking pan to prevent sticking. How could you go wrong with this quick and easy recipe that is only 2 points…
Healthy Baked Buffalo Tenders are an easy way to spice up your meal. These low fat and low point tenders can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course served with sides. These tenders don’t require oil, butter or eggs and they are so crisp and flavorful that you won’t miss any of the grease…
This dish is a family favorite, my son and husband often request this weekly. Its an easy “prep ahead” dish that can be baked later in the week. I usually prep this on a Tuesday and my husband will bake it on Wednesday. This h earty, filling and healthy dish pleases everyone at the table….
 Who Doesn’t Like Chocolate Covered Strawberries??  They are so easy to make and a great “cooking” activity to do with your kids!!  Its perfect treat to settle your chocolate craving.  With only 1 WW points +…….you can’t go wrong!!    You can also try stuffing them with chocolate…..check this out!  Â
Valentine’s Day is only a few days away……..Try making these delicious chocolate stuffed strawberries for your significant other! Kids love them too!! These low cal, low fat and low point stuffed strawberries make the perfect dessert or snack. You can easily 1/2 the recipe, if you think 2 lbs is too much. Also try dipping…
These Thai inspired noodles are a quick & easy dish that settles the craving of spicy, tangy, salty & sweet with these flavorful noodles. This noodle concoction is so compelling due to the variety of ingredients: tofu noodles, veggies, herbs and fruit (mango). The cool mango brings a sweet sparkle in your mouth after eating…
Happy Tuesday! Valentine’s Day is only a week away. This year make something elegant and special for you and/or your significant other such as this Butter Chicken recipe. It looks & tastes fancy but is really easy to put together. My mother is known for her butter chicken and NO ONE can make…
A quick and easy recipe that delivers a hearty & filling muffin that is also healthy is hard to come by. My pistachio nut muffins are just that…..hearty, healthy & filling.
Mango Season is my favorite season! I always buy too many and need to find ways to utilize them. These Mango Angel Cupcakes are definitely on my “continue to bake” list since they are delicious & are low on WW points and calories. Enjoy these light & fluffy cupcakes…..
Happy Vasakhi to all the Sikhs around the World! I thought I would share with you these Khalsa Cake Pops that I made for my 3 year old son to share with his friends and teachers at school 🙂 They were a hit…..His teacher wrote me a thank-you note expressing how much the children…
Finger Licking Good and falling off the bone!! These low maintenance crock pot baby back ribs are flavorful & saucy. Definitely not a “skinny” option…..but a comforting dinner when you need it. Portion control is the key & don’t forget to serve with lots of veggies 🙂 ENJOY!!
Yes, these are SKINNY! WARNING!!!…..This dish is Highly Addictive! Â Au Gratin Potatoes is a classic French dish that I have transformed to a “skinny” favorite. Â Your family or guest will enjoy this creamy, cheesy & smokey dish that is rich in flavor & easy on your waistline. ENJOY this casserole with a piece of steak…
Shrimp & Mango Tacos were inspired by my hubby. I needed some inspiration to be creative with dinner and while texting my husband back & forth, I asked him to give me inspiration. He said “make something with mangos and jalapenos” So, this is what I came up with & it was delish! Mexican Food…
Rajma is my 3 year old’s favorite food. Whenever I ask him what he wants for lunch or dinner….he always replies “beans and rice; the red ones” So, needless to say that this is probably the single most cooked food in my house. It is my go-to food when my son feels like being picky….
There is nothing like starting your day with a healthy and filling breakfast. This breakfast sure looks fancy; but is super easy to put together. The spinach, roasted red pepper and Italian cheeses make this a savory breakfast treat. The flavored turkey bacon adds a salt & pepper taste that goes well with the…
These Banana Nut Muffins with Chocolate Chip Streusel have the perfect texture and taste while providing you a “skinny” version of a popular bakery favorite.  The combination of the banana, oatmeal, walnuts, brown sugar and chocolate chips provide your taste buds with a variety of flavors and textures that your mouth will crave.  These muffins…
Sabzi is a term that Asian Indians use to describe vegetables. Kale is an excellent source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Calcium. Enjoy this supe-healthy side dish with Tandoori Chicken
Tandoori Chicken is flavorful Indian comfort food.  Serve with some veggies for a healthy meal!  You can easily substitute boneless skinless chicken breast,  tenderloins or thighs if not a fan of leg quarters.   Shown here with Mint & Cilantro Chutney (green Indian chutney), Kale Sabzi and Tandoori Naan  Â
Tuna Salad is so healthy & versatile, you can eat as a sandwich, or a wrap. How about on top of a big healthy salad; or crackers. My low point alternative is to fill inside of celery sticks, endive or make fresh lettuce/spinach cups for a delicious lunch to go! Sprinkle a little Italian seasoning and…
Skinny Vanilla Cupcake with Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Filling………They sure don’t look Skinny, but they are 🙂 This is my FAVORITE Dessert!! I love eating them warm out of the oven so that the inside literally melts in your mouth…….So Yummy! Check out the optional icing and decorate this low cal, low fat and…
These healthy meatballs are moist and flavorful. Who knew “healthy” could be great tasting too! Hide them in some sauce for your kids, they won’t complain about the veggies 🙂
Bulgogi (Korean Beef) PrintBulgogi 4 servingsServing Size: 4 oz beef 141 Ingredients1 lb of beef round for stir frying ( I purchase pre-cut) 1/4 cup dark soy sauce 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp sesame oil 4 cloves of garlic (minced/grated) 1 tsp of ginger root (minced/grated) 4 tsp agave nectar (can substitute honey) 2…
Swap out the 1/2 cup of oil with 1/2 cup Libby’s pumpkin puree Swap the 1 egg for 2 egg whites add 1/4 cup of water add the brownie mix and stir well, transfer to 9×9 brownie pan (spray with a little pam) put a few dollops of peanut butter on top and swirl into…
Ingredients: 4 boneless/skinless chicken thighs (4 oz each) 2 medium onions (diced) 1 inch ginger root (grated) 5 garlic cloves (grated, I use my garlic press) 2 tsp olive oil 2 cups crushed tomatoes (I use Contadina) 1 can of tomato paste (6 oz) 3 cups of chicken broth 1/2 bag of chopped spinach…
Healthy Vegetable to go packs. Cut up your favorite veggies, wash and split them up into bags for an easy to go snack . All you need are ziplocks (I like the new eco zip http://www.ecozip-bags.com/home.html ) so I can separate my veggies. Single serving veggie dip and peanut butter gives you portion control and when…
cupcake Ingredients: 18.25 oz Duncan Hines Dark Chocolate Fudge cake mix 1.4 oz sugar free, fat free, instant chocolate pudding 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling) 1 & 1/3 cups water toppings/filling ingredients mint oreos regular oreos peanut butter dark chocolate cups dark chocolate chocolate chips Directions: Preheat oven to 350°. Line a cupcake tin with…
These Lamb Chops are perfectly marinated and seasoned. You will enjoy these so much that you won’t need to go to that fancy Greek restaurant!! This pairs well with Lemon Dill Couscous and Tzatziki Sauce PrintGreek Lamb Chops Weight Watchers + Points 5 ~ Calories 249 ~Fat 5.3 g ~ Carbs 14 g ~ Protein 34g…
Happy New Year!! For all of you that have made your 2012 resolution to lose weight and eat healthier………ENJOY this recipe 🙂 Low Points, Low Calories, Low Fat………. High in Flavor!! ** You may want to sprinkle some brown sugar on top prior to baking, for some crunch 🙂 I definitely will next time!
YUP…it is about that time again… Â Â Super Bowl XLVIII will be held in New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium on February 2, 2014. Everyone will be watching the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks battle it out in my state (it is a bit crazy around NJ right now)!! Â Whether you love football or just…
Wow!!  I can’t believe it has been a year already since I have been blogging…oh how time flies 🙂  I thought I would share with you the most viewed posts since I started blogging about my Culinary Tuesdays. Thank You for your continued support & encouragement which keeps me blogging! 2012 Top 5 recipes:
SUPERBOWL SPECIAL!! NO need to use your “cheat points” with this recipe 🙂 I’ve given Jalapeno Poppers a “make-over” by baking them and using healthy ingredients.  These poppers taste like they are evil & no good for you….but  they are low in WW points; calories, fat and carbs.  These are more of a “mild” popper,…
