tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7025037038239985292023-11-15T06:33:53.956-08:00It's the bite that "counts"Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-75924216328037989782010-02-22T22:21:00.000-08:002010-02-22T22:48:10.271-08:00Black Bean Tacos-1 1/4 C. = 2 pt.2 T. olive oil<br />1 medium onion chopped (I use dry onions)<br />4-6 cloves garlic minced (I use 5 t. of the crushed garlic that you store in the fridge)<br />2-15 oz. cans of black beans drained<br />1-15 oz. can diced tomatoes<br />1 T. chili powder. (to taste)<br />1 t. ground cumin<br />1/8 t. hot sauce (Tabasco?) (I use 1/4 C. salsa instead)<br /><br />Heat oil in large pot<br />Add onion and saute 5-7 min.<br />Add garlic and cook 1 min.<br />Stir in black beans and 1 C. water<br />Add tomatoes and seasonings<br /><br />Simmer 15 minutes.<br /><br />Use potato masher and mash it all up so it's more pasty instead of lots of separate beans.<br />__________________________________________________<br />***Because I use dry onions I do it a little different. It's a little quicker too! :)<br />Here's what I do:<br />I don't use any oil<br />Heat diced tomatoes and onion flakes in pan<br />Add everything else (garlic, seasonings, black beans, salsa)<br />I don't add the 1 C. water<br />Simmer 15-30 minutes<br /><br />I serve with:<br />1 point tortilla<br />WW cheese (how many points I want to use)<br />2 oz. of avocado-2 points<br />2 T. light sour cream-1 point<br />1 C. of lettuce to count for a whole veggie serving.<br /><br />For lunch I make a 7 point taco only using 1/2 of the amount of bean mixture. For dinner I would make 2 different taco's but divide the beans, the cheese, sour cream, and avocado between the 2 taco's. This would make 2 taco's totaling 9 points.<br /><br />FYI-These are especially good with Avocado!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-41917850060916231752010-02-17T19:12:00.000-08:002010-02-17T19:15:27.935-08:001 point Lemon CookiesThanks Kim (my cousin)!! I'll have to try these, they look REALLY good!<br /><br /><strong>1 point lemon cookies</strong><br /><br />1 lemon cake mix (dry)<br />1 tsp lemon zest<br />Juice from ½ lemon<br />1 egg<br />Mix until crumbly<br /><br />Then add<br /><br />1 8oz tub of fat free cool whip<br />Fold in gently (it will be super sticky)!!<br /><br />Drop teaspoon sized drops into sifted powdered sugar completely cover cookie.<br />Place on a greased (w/Pam) cookie sheet.<br /><br />Bake for 10-12 minutes at 350<br /><br />Makes about 48 cookiesUnknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-87635989786375292282010-01-17T00:26:00.000-08:002010-01-17T00:32:38.284-08:00I'm back at it and I have a new cookbook!After not counting my points through the holidays, I'm back on track!...(and I only gained a couple pounds through it all, so that's good.) I also bought a cookbook a couple months ago when they were half off at the meetings. I think I'm really going to like it once I start trying the recipes! (IF I ever start trying them, lol).<br /><br />Stay tuned for some new recipes. It will be a little slower now that I have most of my recipes and ideas already posted. Maybe a couple times a week. And don't forget to share ideas with me too :) I love a good healthy food idea!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-44703063993894132412009-11-18T15:48:00.000-08:002009-11-18T16:12:26.832-08:00Potato Soup-1 C.=1 pointThanks for this idea Rebecca! We loved it! 1 point for a cup is wonderful :)<br /><br />1 bag (16 oz.) ORE-IDA Hash Brown Cubes<br />4 cans FF Chicken Broth<br />1 packet Country Gravy Mix<br /><br />Saute potatoes for 10 minutes<br />Add broth and gravy mix<br />Simmer for about 20-30 minutes<br /><br />Top with:<br />-cheddar cheese<br />-bacon bits<br />{figure points for you toppings}<br /><br />*When I made this soup I did it a little different. I didn't use the frozen potatoes because we had a TON of extra baked potatoes from an event. I took the skin off, cubed it all up, and then weighed 16 oz. (2 potatoes) of it to put in the soup. Then because of time I only let it cook about 15 minutes which was fine but it didn't get quite as thick. Next time I do it I'll definitely use more potatoes and cook it the full length. Probably 3 times as many potatoes so there's more per bite. I'll have to adjust the points but it won't be too bad since these are potatoes we're talking about.<br /><br />If anyone has winter type recipes, please share!! Well, to be honest, I could use some ideas for anything. For the last few weeks I've been kinda burnt out and I finally have my head back in it so some help would be wonderful!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-12777817282227409202009-11-03T16:15:00.000-08:002009-11-03T16:21:37.468-08:00Crustless pumpkin pie-1/6 of the pie is 1 pointSomeone in my Weight Watcher group brought some samples and this recipe last week.<br /><br />1-15 oz. can pumpkin<br />1/2 C. EggBeaters<br />1 1/2 C. skim milk<br />3/4 C. splenda<br />1/2 t. salt<br />1 t. pumpkin pie spice<br /><br />Beat until smooth. Spray pie and pour mixture into the pan. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes, then at 375 for 45-50 minutes until knife inserted in center comes out clean.<br /><br />1/6 pie = 1 point or Filling Food<br /><br />Servings-6<br /><br />I would probably use 1/2 splenda and 1/2 regular sugar, but that's just me. Of course I would have to figure the points if I did that. The little sample she brought to taste was quite tasty. Let me know if you like it!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-4171011020859706032009-10-23T15:54:00.000-07:002009-10-23T16:18:59.919-07:00Chocolate Freeze-4 points (and a whole milk serving)<span style="font-size:85%;">I've been using a scoop of my powdered/dry milk in some different foods lately. 1/3 C of my dry milk is 1 point and it's a whole milk serving. The other day I made oatmeal and put part of a scoop in it and it was great. I normally put a 1/2 C of milk in my oatmeal but this way, since it's dry, it just makes it more creamy and if I use the whole 1/3 C it's giving me the WHOLE milk serving instead of just half like a half cup of milk would.</span><br /><br />Well today I tried something that I really liked:<br /><br /><strong>Blend-</strong><br /><strong>1/2 C. FF half and half-2 points</strong><br /><strong>1 scoop (1/3 C.) of powdered milk-1 point (and a whole milk serving)</strong><br /><strong>2 t. creamer (the kind you would put in coffee)-0 points</strong><br /><strong>1 1/2 T. chocolate syrup-1 point</strong><br /><strong>1 t. cocoa-0 points</strong><br /><strong>8 ice cubes</strong><br /><strong>Right before I blended it I put about 1/4 C of water in it over the ice cubes.</strong><br /><br />It was pretty rich and thick and creamy. Give it a try!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-27896082633978682302009-10-21T15:14:00.000-07:002009-10-21T15:24:36.424-07:00Ideas from friendsI've received some good ideas through comments. I want to share in case you don't know about these ideas.<br /><br />Alisa said:<br /><strong>Laughing cow cheese</strong>. I'm not sure if you have mentioned these before but I love them one so many things. They come in a little triangles that are in a circle cardboard container. They are usually by the packaged meat by the deli. Well at walmart they are. Anyways one triangle is 1 pt and I put it on celery, my 1 pt bagels, sandwiches, and crackers. I seriously couldn't live without it.<br /><br />The other thing is <strong>pumpkin muffins</strong>. These are so good especially with Fall coming. These muffins are 2 pts and you can make them 1 pt if you put a fiber cereal in them. the 2 pt recipe is<br /><br />1 box of spice cake mix<br />1 can of pumpkin<br />1 cup of water.<br /><br />Mix all ingreidents together. should make 24 muffins. Bake at 350 for 20- 25 min.<br /><br /><br />Katie said:<br /><strong>Skinny Cow Chocolate Truffle Bars</strong>. They are SO delicious and only 2 points!<br /><br />Heather said:<br />I LOVE those <strong>frozen cheese sauce veggies</strong>. The cheese sause isnt too heavy, and it tastes pretty good.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-89797183737874443372009-10-12T13:01:00.000-07:002009-10-12T13:04:33.913-07:00Clam Chowder - 2 points per cup3 (10 3/4 ounce) cans 98% fat-free cream of celery soup<div>2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chopped clams, not drained</div><div>1 (1 pound) bag frozen fat-free shredded hash brown potatoes</div><div>1/2 cup chopped onion</div><div>1 pint fat-free half-and-half</div><div>1 T. bacon bits (I buy the bag of real bacon bits)</div><div><br /></div><div>put all ingredients in slow cooker and cook on low for 8-9 hours<br /><div><br /><div><br /></div></div></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-38308437238803407932009-10-12T12:48:00.000-07:002009-10-12T13:05:30.595-07:00Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup - 3 points per cup1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3-4 depending on size)<div>1 (49 1/2 ounce) fat-free chicken broth</div><div>1 cup cut up carrots (cut quite small)</div><div>1/2 cup chopped onion</div><div>1/2 cup chopped celery</div><div>2 small bay leaves or 1 large bay leaf</div><div>2 cups home-style egg noodles, uncooked (I use "Country Pasta" brand)</div><div>salt and pepper optional</div><div><br /></div><div>Cut the chicken into <b><i>small</i></b> pieces and brown on stove</div><div>In slow cooker combine everything except the noodles. Cook for about 4 hours on high or 7-9 hours on low. About 30 minutes before you want to eat add the noodles. If you cooked it on low turn it to high before adding the noodles. Cook the noodles about 30 minutes (be careful not to over cook) then turn the slow cooker off and remove the bay leaves. Use salt and pepper to your taste.</div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-42679710345182472692009-10-06T13:24:00.000-07:002009-10-06T13:50:20.050-07:001 point tortilla taco'sI've tried a few different 1 point tortilla's and the one that I like the best is <span style="font-size:180%;">La Banderita</span>. They're the best flavor and texture that I've found. Too bad regular tortillas are 3 whole points because I LOVE them, but not enough to waste 6 points to make 2 small taco's.<br /><br />Please share if you have found a 1 point tortilla you love!<br /><br />I ALWAYS use ground turkey since Tom can't have beef. It has less calories and fat (even compared to the 10% ground beef). I'm totally used to it now and I'm even getting to the point where I prefer it over ground beef. I know, crazy! :)<br /><br />Anyway, I fry it up, put 3 T. of taco seasoning and then about 3/4 C. of Pace Picante in it and let it simmer.<br /><br />To make taco's I always change it up a bit.<br /><br />This is what I did last time I made taco's (7 points)<br />tortilla (warmed)-1 point<br />2 or 3 oz. seasoned turkey meat-2 or 3 points<br />1/2 C. black beans (or kidney beans, pinto beans, or refried beans)-1 point<br />2 T. light sour cream-1 point<br />a good amount of diced tomato-0 points<br />1/3 C. WW fiesta cheese-2 points<br />lots of lettuce-0 points<br />salsa-0 points<br /><br />If I'm doing it for lunch this is exactly what I would do. If I do it for dinner, since I allow more points for dinner, then I would make 2 taco's using 1/2 the cheese on each, 1/2 the beans on each and 2 oz. of meat PER taco. This would make both taco's worth 10 points total.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-27105372727673644682009-09-25T11:35:00.001-07:002009-09-25T11:49:44.231-07:00Grilled Sandwich-5 pointsThis is another great idea from Rebecca! Thanks again ;)<br /><br />Sandwich thins (1 pt)<br />Put 6 slices of Oscar Myer Deli fresh black forest ham (1 pt)<br />1 oz of reduced fat cheese (2 pts)<br /><br />Spread the sandwich thins with Land o Lakes light butter with canola oil on the outside (1 Tbs=1 pt) and grill it.<br />(She actually flips the sandwich thin so the inside is actually the outside so it butters and grills better)<br /><br />Put tomatoes and thinly sliced red onions on it before you grill it so they get nice and warm<br />Then take it off and add a little shredded lettuce<br /><br />I can't wait to try this.<br /><br />**You could use the 1 point cheese slices (<em>Great Value 2% singles</em> or the <em>WW brand</em>) instead if you would like. This would make the sandwich 4 points.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-51548075561319341042009-09-25T11:23:00.000-07:002009-09-25T11:47:46.659-07:001 point Jello and some ideas for it!My wonderful friend Rebecca shared some great ideas with me! Thank you :)<br /><br /><strong>Jell-o Live Active pudding-1 point</strong><br /><br />She uses the Dark Chocolate Tuxedo and will dip a low fat graham crackers or a banana in it for a snack.<br /><br />Keebler low fat Grahams-2 points for 2 full sheets!<br /><br />Rebeccca also does a 3 point pudding pie type thing: (I've tried this idea of hers and it's yum!)<br /><br />Crush 2 graham crackers sheets in a bowl-2 points<br />Pour a jello over the top-1 point<br />Top with 2 T. sugar free cool whip-0 pointsUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-61412437579922867572009-09-18T17:28:00.000-07:002009-09-18T17:42:19.461-07:00Peaches/Strawberries 'n Cream-3 pointsI just have to share this one because I've been loving this as a snack or dessert!!<br /><br />Fruit-1 point (strawberries=1 & 1/2 C. or Peaches=6 oz.)<br />6 T. Fat Free Half & Half- 1 point (this is a GOOD amount if liquid!)<br />4 t. Sugar-1 point<br />1 t. vanilla extract (about that amount)<br />several dashes of nutmeg (only if you're using peaches. NOT if you're using strawberries)<br /><br />It's just fine eating it right away, but I prefer to mix it all and put it in the fridge for 15-30 minutes to let all the flavors mix.<br /><br />It's delicious and very satisfying. I think my favorite part is drinking the rest at the end :)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-28007124191654283602009-09-15T23:24:00.001-07:002009-09-15T23:37:13.649-07:00New Food Ideas!I LOVE when people share "food finds"! Tonight at Weight Watchers some different people shared some things that I want to try at some point. I don't know the exact info about them right now, but here's what I do know:<br /><br />1. At Trader Joe's and Fresh and Easy you can buy a <strong>Brownie mix</strong> that you make with yogurt and they're <strong>2 points</strong> for 1/12 of the pan. The people say they're pretty good!<br /><br />2. There are some single serving <strong>veggies</strong> that are in the freezer section and they have a <strong>cheesy sauce</strong> on them for <strong>0 points</strong>. For 2 servings it would be 1 point. I'm not SURE I'll like them, but if I do, I think it will be something good to add in with my lunch.<br /><br />3. Uncle Ben's <strong>brown rice</strong>. It's 1 C. and you only have to microwave it for 1 minute and the points are quite low. I just don't remember what the points are. Again, this is something I think would be handy to have around for when I'm at a loss for ideas. I'm thinking I would like to do a little rice bowl with some chicken and beans and salsa, kinda like a rice bowl I've gotten at El Pol lo Loco. Just a though, but haven't finalized the thought yet :)<br /><br />4. Fresh and Easy has some <strong>honey pretzel twists</strong> that several different people said are really good. They mentioned that the pretzels are a good size (they were showing 3 inches tall and said it's kinda thick) and you get 10 of them for something like 1 point (possibly 2 points, I can't remember exactly). If you have the munchies they would definitely do the trick!<br /><br />Ok, so I shared some ideas, now somebody share something with ME!!!! :) I don't care if I don't know you, I would just like some help here people :) I like variety and good ideas! Thanks in advance! :)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-8592495059633990532009-09-10T14:22:00.000-07:002009-09-10T14:30:27.575-07:00Taco Salad-7 points1 oz. baked tortilla chips (Tostito brand)-2 pts.<br />2 oz. meat (I used ground turkey burger seasoned with taco seasoning)-2 pts.<br />1/2 C. kidney beans-1 pt.<br />2 T. light sour cream-1 pt.<br />Cheese (1/6 C. of WW Mexican blend cheese which is 1/2 of their serving size)-1 pt.<br />lettuce<br />salsa<br /><br />-You could also add in olives or avocado for more points.<br />-I use the salsa and sour cream instead of a salad dressing. I feel like I get more sauce for less points and prefer the flavor.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-11945340987540997322009-09-10T14:00:00.000-07:002009-09-10T14:34:33.240-07:00Light Zesty Italian dressing-2 T. = 1 point-I use this to marinade my shrimp<br />-I'll cut up cucumber and let it soak in it<br />-Or really just use it for a marinade for whatever you want :)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-1234184214617093122009-08-31T15:56:00.000-07:002009-08-31T23:33:18.315-07:00Sandwich thins and ideas to use themSandwich thins are flat buns and great because they're only 1 point for the pair! There was a post about a <a href="http://itsthebitethatcounts.blogspot.com/2009/08/fish-sandwich-4-points.html">fish sandwich</a> using them and here are a few more ideas:<br /><br />-Hamburgers- using <a href="http://itsthebitethatcounts.blogspot.com/2009/08/jennie-o-turkey-burger-4-points.html">Jennie-O burger</a><br />-BBQ pulled pork sandwich<br />-Sloppy Joe's<br />-BLT's-using less sodium bacon (it's less points and I've heard it's better than turkey bacon)<br />-Chicken Salad-<a href="http://itsthebitethatcounts.blogspot.com/2009/08/chicken-salad-wrap-5-points.html">other post about chicken salad </a><br />-Tuna- <a href="http://itsthebitethatcounts.blogspot.com/2009/08/tuna-sandwich-5-pts-wo-cheese.html">other post about tuna </a><br />-Turkey sandwich<br /><br />Also, you could slightly toast it to do any of the above ideas. Just remember that it's 1 point for both sides of the sandwich thin and some of these ideas I already posted were with 2 slices of 1 pt. bread. So you're saving 1 whole point using the sandwich thins :)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-90380730202291868872009-08-31T15:33:00.000-07:002009-08-31T15:59:31.185-07:00Jennie-O turkey burger-4 pointsThey're Lean Turkey Burgers and I buy the Savory Seasoned.<br /><br />6 point hamburger:<br />1 burger-4 pts.<br />Sandwich thin-1 pt.<br />1 slice cheese (Walmart brand 2% milk singles)-1 pt.<br />lettuce-0<br />tomato-0<br />pickles-0<br />ketchup-0<br />mustard-0<br />1 T. light miracle whip-0 pts.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-66845341114349487212009-08-28T16:28:00.000-07:002009-08-28T16:32:49.661-07:00Chocolate Ice Cream-2 points<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">I get the Country Rich Choclate </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">light ice cream</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> from Walmart. They come in square, gallon sized containers. I didn't even realize it was light ice cream until Tara told me it was. It is so yummy and as I was eating my half cup last night I told Kyle, "I seriously just love this ice cream," for the thousandth time. </span><div><br /></div><div>1/2 c.= 2 pts.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-57111458702734143022009-08-28T13:49:00.000-07:002009-08-28T14:02:21.667-07:00Fish Sandwich - 4 pointsSandwich thin - 1 point<div>1 slice weight watcher cheese - 1 point</div><div>1 Gorton's garlic butter grilled fillet - 2 points</div><div><br /></div><div>Tartar Sauce: 0 points</div><div>1 T. low fat mayo</div><div>1/2 T. relish</div><div>onion flakes</div><div>salt and pepper</div><div><br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-37060577037291635622009-08-28T12:41:00.000-07:002009-08-28T12:59:02.025-07:00Pronto Pizza Patties-6 pointsThis is another meal that we all love! Don't let the length of this post scare you away. It's really easy and very tasty :)<br /><br />Prep time: 15 minutes<br />Cook time: 13-16 minutes<br /><br />1 lb. 93% lean ground turkey<br />1/2 C. seasoned dry bread crumbs<br />1/2 C. diced green bell pepper<br />1/4 C. finely chopped onion<br />1 garlic clove, pressed<br />1 egg white<br />1 can (8 oz.) pizza sauce, divided<br />1/2 C. (4 oz.) shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese<br />6 French or Italian bread slices, cut 1/2 inch thick<br />2 t. olive oil<br />1 t. Italian Seasoning Mix (the Pampered Chef kind is really good!)<br /><br />1. Combine-turkey, bread crumbs, bell pepper, onion, garlic and egg white. Add 1/4 C. of the pizza sauce to meat mixture. Mix lightly but thoroughly.<br /><br />2. Form mixture into six oval patties, 1/2 inch thick. Heat skillet over med. heat, then cook patties 12-14 minutes or until meat is no longer pink in center, turning once. About 1 minute before patties are done, top with cheese. Remove patties from skillet and keep warm.<br /><br />3. Wipe out skillet w/ paper towel. Brush one side of each bread slice with olive oil; sprinkle with seasoning mix. Heat skillet over med. heat. Place bread slices seasoned side down in skillet. Toast 1-2 minutes or until bread is lightly browned.<br /><br />4. Place patties on bread slices. Microwave remaining pizza sauce, covered, on HIGH 45-60 seconds or until heated through. Serve with sandwiches.<br /><br />Yields: 6 sandwiches<br /><br />Nutrition per serving: <strong>Calories 270</strong>, <strong>Total Fat 9 g</strong>, Saturated Fat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 22 g, Sodium 510 mg, <strong>Fiber 2 g</strong>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-47672393033840644252009-08-26T12:46:00.000-07:002009-08-26T17:48:29.762-07:00Southwestern Skillet Chicken (around 8-10 points for 1 serving)I tried a new meal last night and it was a HIT! It only took me about 30 minutes and I only used 1 pan! Dang easy and dang good!! :)<br /><br />You'll need:<br />1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />1/4 teaspoon pepper<br />4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)<br />1 tablespoon vegetable oil<br />1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained, rinsed<br />1 can (11 oz) Green Giant Mexicorn, undrained (whole kernel corn with red and green peppers)<br />1/3 cup salsa<br />2 cups hot cooked rice<br /><br />-Mix chili powder, salt and pepper then sprinkle evenly over both sides of chicken breasts.<br />-Heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).<br />-Stir in beans, corn and salsa. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are hot. Serve with rice. Makes 4 servings.<br /><br />I make a rice that we love so if you'd like to try it here it is:<br />In rice cooker:<br />3 1/2-4 C. Chicken Broth (in place of water)<br />2 1/2 C. Rice<br />2 t. garlic salt (sometimes I use 1 T.)<br />When it's finished cooking, stir in about 2/3 of a can of diced tomatoes.<br /><br />This rice goes really well with a Mexican/Southwestern meal!<br /><br />For my meal I did (for 8 points):<br />1 C. of the black bean/corn/salsa mix-2 pts.<br />3/4 C. of (my) rice-4 pts.<br />2 oz. chicken-2 pts. (do more chicken, for more points, if you would like)<br /><br />My kids LOVED this meal and ate it quickly and quietly!! :) I also doubled the recipe because my kids are BIG EATERS (yes, even though they're girls) and plus, we love left-overs.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-63072308942580039962009-08-25T23:47:00.000-07:002009-08-31T14:43:46.558-07:00Turkey Avocado wrap-6 or 7 pointsToday for lunch I had a wrap similar to other wraps I make, but it was delicious!! It was pretty much the <a href="http://itsthebitethatcounts.blogspot.com/2009/08/melted-cheese-turkey-wrap-5-pts.html">Melted Cheese wrap</a>, but better since it had a couple more additions.<br /><br />The reason I put 6 or 7 points is because it would depend on what kind of cheese you use. I'm a cheese lover so I like regular cheese. No fat free or light for this girl :) I'm willing to use more points on cheese which I recognize most people aren't.<br /><br />You'll need:<br />Flat out-1 point<br />1 oz. cheese(2 or 3 points depending on cheese)<br />turkey (about 6 deli slices)-1 point<br />2 oz. avocado-2 points<br />onion salt-dash it pretty well<br />lettuce<br />balsamic vinegar (about 2 t.)-0 points<br /><br />DELICIOUS!<br /><br />The main difference is that I added the avocado and the onion salt. The onion salt blended really well with the balsamic.<br /><br />First melt the cheese on the flat out.<br />Then place (in this order) turkey, avocado slices, sprinkle with onion salt, smother with lettuce and then drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Roll up and enjoy. It's filling, too.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-81866862144217828292009-08-25T10:54:00.000-07:002009-08-25T11:02:04.577-07:00Flat out pizza - 4 points1 flat out - 1 point<div>1/2 cup Hunt's garlic and herb spaghetti sauce - 0 points</div><div>2/3 cup weight watcher's mozzarella cheese - 3 points</div><div>bell pepper, onion, mushroom (or other veggies of choice)</div><div><br /></div><div>I heard there is a turkey pepperoni at Albertson's. If I find it I will update this recipe. You could also add Italian sausage for more points.</div><div><br /></div><div>You could also use a 1 point pita for a thicker crust.</div><div><br /></div><div>Bake at 350 until cheese is melted and bubbly</div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-702503703823998529.post-75891977546106251942009-08-24T19:51:00.000-07:002009-08-24T22:49:52.780-07:00Cheese fantastico Salad dressing-1 pt (2 T.)This dressing is awesome!! The brand is <strong>Bernstein</strong> and the name of dressing is <strong>Cheese Fantastico. </strong>It's Italian, but not just a plain Italian, it's CREAMY, which I love!<br /><br />This is also a marinade. It would also be really good to marinate chicken in it, or us it for a pasta salad.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0