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How to Make a Healthy, Low Calorie Smoothie

Smoothies certainly are a delicious alternative to adding fruit and vegetable to your diet no matter what time of day. Many individuals ignore this possibility since they don’t know how to create a smoothie, but it’s really quite simple to make a healthy smoothie in under 10 minutes. When deciding how to make a smoothie it’s a good idea to keep in mind the fruit and vegetable flavors which could go well together such as strawberry and banana or carrot and apple.

After picking a recipe gather your supplies. Typically this includes a blender or food processor, fresh or frozen fruit and vegetables, ice and your liquid of preference. Some of the most typical liquids are water, fruit juice, milk and yogurt. You can also substitute coconut milk, soy, almond or rice milk depending on your nutritional needs while keeping your smoothie a perfect creamy consistency.

Smoothie’s provide added nutritional value to our meals and fuel for our bodies. They can also be used as a meal replacement for someone hoping to shed fat. Smoothies really are a great option for weight-loss because many recipes use high fiber vegetables and fruits that help fill you up without adding fat and calories. The beauty of including smoothies in your weight loss plan is that you can expect to never feel deprived because the creamy texture and high fiber will leave you feeling full for periods. Continue reading »

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September 12, 2011
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Healthy Kids Recipes Even the Adults Will Love!



Healthy family recipes can be hard to find but this is one that everybody will love! Ground turkey soup is a healthy recipe for kids and adults that I found in a cookbook for slow cookers called Fix It and Forget It Lightly (I highly recommend it for healthy slow cooker recipes). In the original recipe they called for hamburger but I use ground turkey and I find that it is even better! My kids absolutely love it and yours will too. Two other added benefits to this recipe is that it’s easy on the waist line and the budget! I like to fix this when I’m real busy because it only takes 10 minutes at the most to throw it together first thing in the morning and it’s one of those healthy recipes for kids the whole family will love!

Besides the following ingredients you are going to need a slow cooker for this recipe!

Ground Turkey Soup

1 lb Ground Turkey or Extra Lean Hamburger* (see note)
1/4 Tsp. Black Pepper
1/4 Tsp. Dried Oregano
1/4 Tsp. Seasoned Salt
1 Envelope Dry Onion Soup Mix
3 Cups of Hot Water
8 oz. Tomato Sauce
1 Tbsp. Low-sodium Soy sauce
1 Cup Carrots, Sliced
1 Cup Celery, Sliced
1 Cup Macaroni, cooked
1/4 Cup grated Parmesan Cheese

1. Combine all ingredients except macaroni and parmesan cheese
in a slow cooker.
2. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
3. Cook the macaroni as per the directions and then turn the slow cooker to high and add the cooked macaroni and parmesan cheese.
4. Cook for another 15-20 minutes.
5. Serve up and enjoy!

***Note: The ideal size slow cooker for this recipe is a 4 quart one. This recipe makes 6 servings. If you are using extra lean hamburger cook it first and drain off all the grease before you put it in the slow cooker.

Nutritional Information for Ground Turkey Soup

Per Serving: 160 Calories (60 from fat)
6g total fat (2.5g saturated, 0g trans)
25 mg Cholesterol
440mg Sodium
12g Carbohydrates (2g fiber, 4g sugar)
15g Protein

For more quick, easy to prepare healthy recipes for children go to Healthy Eating for Kids. Scroll to the bottom of the page and you can get Free recipes delivered to your email in-box.
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June 14, 2011
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Two Fat-Free and Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes



You can be ambitious and healthy at the same time thanks to healthy slow cooker recipes. They help you juggle between home and workplace without giving you guilt pangs of not cooking healthy food for yourself and your family.

Read on to find out about two simple, yummy and healthy slow cooker recipes, that are purely vegetarian.

Whole Cauliflower Baked

If you’re on a weight loss program, cauliflower is a great vegetable for you. It’s low in fat and carbs, besides safeguarding you from cancer.

INGREDIENTS: 1 big size cauliflower head, 2 tablespoonful Parmesan cheese, half a cup of seasoned bread crumbs, 1/8 teaspoonful garlic powder and salt, ¼ cup melted margarine, and a pinch of dried oregano and red pepper flakes.

METHOD:

• Place the cauliflower head in a steamer basket.

• Put this basket in a big pot.

• Add an inch of water and cover it with a lid. Let it boil at moderate heat.

• Cook the cauliflower for 20 – 25 minutes until it softens.

• Take a bowl and mix parmesan cheese, melted margarine, and bread crumbs in it. Add garlic powder, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt for flavor.

• Remove the cauliflower from the basket and put it in a baking dish. Coat the breadcrumb mixture over it.

• Let it bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 – 15 minutes until it gets golden brown.

• Serve piping hot.

Vegetable Casserole with Cheese

This is one of the tastiest slow cooker crockpot recipes containing a variety of vegetables making it nutritious and savory.

INGREDIENTS: A cup of cooked brown rice, a cup each of frozen and thawed cauliflower, broccoli, green beans, and sweet corn, half teaspoonful each of garlic pepper, cinnamon, and salt, a bag (16oz) of sharp cheddar cheese shredded, a can (10.75oz) containing cream of mushroom soup, and a container (4oz) of sour cream.

METHOD:

• Put cooked rice, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and mushroom soup in a slow cooker and stir well.

• Add the vegetables – beans, broccoli, cauliflower, and corn and mix well.

• Add garlic pepper, cinnamon, and salt for flavor.

• Cover the cooker and cook on low heat for a couple of hours.

• Serve hot.

There is yet another recipe for broccoli potato soup. However, if you are skeptical about eating potatoes due to weight issues, you can replace them with cauliflower.

Let’s hope the above two healthy slow cooker recipes tickle your taste buds and find a prestigious place in your food menu. Try them!
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June 13, 2011
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