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Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 medium red onion, diced medium 2 garlic cloves, minced Salt and pepper 2 packages (20 ounces total) button mushrooms, trimmed and sliced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto 1/4 pound grated Gruyere cheese 6 cups baby arugula (4 ounces) 4 pieces lavash bread or 10-inch flour tortillas Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high....

I woke up bright and early this morning. Maybe because it was Halloween? I don’t know…. I do what I normally do on the weekends. Wake up, eat breakfast, and sit around and watch Food Network until about 12:30 because most of the shows are new. I ended up falling asleep on the couch for a couple of hours after making my pumpkin doughnut muffins. Man, that is tough work baking....

Ingredients 1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 4 skinless salmon fillets (each 6 ounces and about 1 inch thick) Vegetable cooking spray Preparation Heat broiler. In a small bowl, combine yogurt, ginger, turmeric, coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Spray a broiler pan or rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray....

Ingredients 4 fresh tuna steaks, each about 8 ounces and 3/4 inch thick Extra-virgin olive oil, to coat tuna Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and dried 1 tablespoon finely diced red and/or yellow pepper 1 large bunch fresh arugula Preparation Rub tuna with olive oil, salt, and plenty of pepper. Set aside to marinate for at least 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 bunch celery 2 teaspoons coarse salt 2 dozen snow peas 3 medium radishes 1 seedless cucumber, peel on 3 heads endive 18 baby carrots, halved lengthwise 1 medium daikon, peeled and sliced crosswise, 1/4 inch thick 3 cups Flavored Cream Cheeses Chives, for garnish Mint leaves, for garnish Preparation Separate celery stalks, and wash thoroughly. Using a vegetable peeler, peel away any tough, stringy fibers from the outside of each stalk....

Slow Cooker Corn and Jalapeno Dip - An easy creamy dip that is made in the slow cooker with some corn and jalapenos. Great for appetizers or for a game day treat. Instant Pot Instructions Fall is Slow Cooker Season and I just love using this appliance. If you have an Instant this corn dip can also be made in there. Just add all the ingredients to the pot. Press the Manaul option, and set the time for 8 minutes....

Crème Fraiche Pasta. A delicious one pot pasta bake cooked in the slow cooker. Comprising of salmon fillets, pasta, and the best creamy crème fraiche pasta sauce. This creamy salmon pasta bake is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something simple yet tasty that you can dump into your slow cooker. Salmon Crème Fraiche Pasta I credit two things for learning how to cook. My wonderful chef husband Dominic, that always had loads of patience with me in the kitchen and binge watching Jamie Oliver....

Ingredients 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk 2 large eggs, lightly beaten Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup stone-ground white cornmeal 1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 4 soft-shell crabs, cleaned 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 medium Vidalia onion, very thinly sliced, for serving 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus wedges for serving 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus sprigs for garnish Preparation Preheat oven to 200 degrees....

Spicy Black Bean hummus is lightened up without tahini sauce and a quick and easy low point snack to have throughout the week to help keep you on a track! Traditionally, hummus is made with canned chickpeas but have you ever made it with black beans before? It’s like a Mexican spin on classic hummus! It still has the traditional hummus ingredients such as garlic, beans, and tahini paste and some jalapeno added to it to give it a spicy kick....

Ingredients 1 baguette (8 ounces), cubed 6 tablespoons olive oil Coarse salt and ground pepper 1/4 cup red-wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 10 ounces white mushrooms, trimmed and thinly sliced 10 ounces baby spinach 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced Preparation Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss bread with 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Bake, tossing occasionally, until toasted, 4 to 6 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds large cherry tomatoes (about 24) 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 ounces fresh goat cheese 1 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or oregano Coarse salt and ground pepper Preparation Heat broiler. Place tomatoes, stem side up, on a rimmed baking sheet and brush with oil. Broil just until skins blister, 1 minute. In a small bowl, lightly mash goat cheese and stir in marjoram. Season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 box (9 ounces) frozen artichokes, thawed and chopped 1/2 cup feta, crumbled 1 garlic clove 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), chopped, plus more for garnish 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted 1/2 cup basil leaves, torn Coarse salt and ground pepper Whole-wheat baguette slices, for serving Preparation In the bowl of a food processor, combine 1/2 cup artichokes, 1/4 cup feta, garlic, lemon juice, and 2 teaspoons water; puree until smooth....

Transform your thickened cream or double cream into amazing Thermomix whipped cream that you can use time and time again in your favourite baked goods. This whipped cream recipe is so easy and perfect for Thermomix beginners that want something simple to make in their new kitchen gadget. Whipped Cream Thermomix When I mentioned to someone that I had just bought a Thermomix, they told me that I must use it to make whipped cream with....

Ingredients 6 ounces Strong black coffee 2 ounces DRY Vanilla Botanical Bubbly 1/8 teaspoon Coco bitters 1 splash Whipped cream 2 pinches Sugar 2 pinches Coco powder 2 pinches Cinnamon Preparation Mix sugar, coco powder, cinnamon. Use a dab of coffee to wet the rim of a glass then dip on the sugar, coco powder, cinnamon mixture. Pour the coffee and coco bitters in the glass Top with the DRY Vanilla Botanical Bubbly...

If one of your resolutions is to eat more veggies then add this recipe to your list! Veggie ranch pizza is made with a Pillsbury crescent crust, ranch-flavored cream cheese, and lots of fresh vegetables. This would be great to take to lunch and of course, it’s a good appetizer for any Super Bowl party. The first time I ever had this pizza was at work for treat day. Back when I worked at my desk job I was part of the treat day group....

This list courtesy of skinnypointscooks.com 12 SMARTPOINTS PER SERVING: Creamy Alfredo with Bacon & Peas from Recipe Diaries – 12 Mexican Stuffed Shells from Recipe Diaries – 12 11 SMARTPOINTS PER SERVING: Spaghetti Pie from Recipe Diaries- 11 Brussels Sprouts Carbonara from Skinnytaste – 11 10 SMARTPOINTS PER SERVING: Chicken & Spinach Casserole from LaaLoosh – 10 Baked Penne with Spinach & Tomatoes from Slender Kitchen – 10 Chicken Sausage, Mushroom & Pasta Casserole from Weight Watchers – 10 Sicilian Rice Ball Casserole from Skinnytaste – 10 Bubble Up Chicken Pot Pie from Recipe Diaries – 10 Weight Watchers Mexican Casserole from Recipe Diaries – 10 Spinach Queso Mac & Cheese from No Thanks To Cake – 10 Beef & Vegetable Pot Pie from Meal Planning Mommies – 10...

Ingredients 1/2 cup shelled, unsalted pistachios 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup white-wine vinegar Coarse salt and ground pepper 4 chicken cutlets (about 1 pound total) 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 head romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced 4 ounces feta, crumbled 2 navel oranges (peel and white pith removed), halved and thinly sliced Preparation In a medium skillet, toast pistachios over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden, about 7 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 bone-in, skinless chicken breast halves, halved crosswise Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, smashed 1 cup dry white wine, such as sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio 1 1/2 pounds mustard greens (about 2 bunches), stalks removed, leaves coarsely chopped 1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus lemon wedges, for serving 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives Preparation In a 5-quart Dutch oven or large heavy pot, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high....

Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened finely shredded coconut 3 large egg yolks 3/4 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup whole milk 1 cup coconut milk 1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) unsalted butter 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole milk 2 large egg yolks 1/4 cup sugar 1 cup heavy cream 5 1/4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped (1 cup) 1/3 cup sugar...

Ingredients 1/2 cup peanut butter 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1/2 cup honey 2 eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup coconut flour 1/2 cup chocolate chips Preparation Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Place the peanut butter, coconut oil, and honey in a bowl and mix until smooth....