Recipes For Diabetics~FROZEN APRICOT MOUSSE
1 c. apricot apple butter
1/2 c. whipping cream
2 egg whites
2 tbsp. Fruit Sweet
Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Fold into the apricot apple butter. Whip the cream until stiff, adding the Fruit Sweet. Fold the whipped cream into the apricot mixture. Freeze.
Recipes For Diabetics~FROZEN APRICOT MOUSSE
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
FANCIFUL FREEZE
Recipes For Diabetics~FANCIFUL FREEZE
4 ripe bananas, peeled
1/2 c. Raspberry Fanciful
Wrap bananas in plastic wrap and freeze overnight. Remove from freezer, break into 4 or 5 pieces and let stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes to slightly soften for the processor. Blend the bananas in a processor or blender until creamy. Add the Raspberry (or other flavor) Fanciful and blend briefly. This can be served immediately, or stored in the freezer. Serves 4.
Recipes For Diabetics~FANCIFUL FREEZE
4 ripe bananas, peeled
1/2 c. Raspberry Fanciful
Wrap bananas in plastic wrap and freeze overnight. Remove from freezer, break into 4 or 5 pieces and let stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes to slightly soften for the processor. Blend the bananas in a processor or blender until creamy. Add the Raspberry (or other flavor) Fanciful and blend briefly. This can be served immediately, or stored in the freezer. Serves 4.
Recipes For Diabetics~FANCIFUL FREEZE
Sunday, May 10, 2009
BROWNIE TORTE
Recipes For Diabetics~BROWNIE TORTE
1 1/2 c. chilled whipping cream
3 tbsp. Fruit Sweet or to taste
1 tsp. vanilla
Prepare Fudge Sweet Brownies (see recipe). Whip cream, Fruit Sweet and vanilla and use as filling and topping for layers of brownies. Low-Fat Substitute: Try 3 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed. Substitute your favorite flavoring for the vanilla, try 1 tablespoon instant coffee or 1 tablespoon concentrated orange juice.
Recipes For Diabetics~BROWNIE TORTE
1 1/2 c. chilled whipping cream
3 tbsp. Fruit Sweet or to taste
1 tsp. vanilla
Prepare Fudge Sweet Brownies (see recipe). Whip cream, Fruit Sweet and vanilla and use as filling and topping for layers of brownies. Low-Fat Substitute: Try 3 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed. Substitute your favorite flavoring for the vanilla, try 1 tablespoon instant coffee or 1 tablespoon concentrated orange juice.
Recipes For Diabetics~BROWNIE TORTE
Thursday, April 30, 2009
FRUIT DIP
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT DIP
1 c. plain yogurt
8 oz. light cream
8 packets Equal sugar
1 tsp. vanilla.
Mix it...
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT DIP
1 c. plain yogurt
8 oz. light cream
8 packets Equal sugar
1 tsp. vanilla.
Mix it...
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT DIP
Monday, April 20, 2009
BANANA SPLIT PIE
Recipes For Diabetics~BANANA SPLIT PIE
1 graham cracker crust
1 (4 oz.) pkg. sugar-free instant
vanilla pudding mix
2 c. low-fat milk
2 bananas, sliced
1 (15 oz.) can crushed pineapple
1 c. Cool Whip
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. pecans, chopped
Mix pudding with milk and beat until thick, pour into crust. Put bananas over pudding. Squeeze pineapple to remove all juice. Sprinkle on top of bananas. Cover with Cool Whip, sprinkle pecans on top. Chill well.
Recipes For Diabetics~BANANA SPLIT PIE
1 graham cracker crust
1 (4 oz.) pkg. sugar-free instant
vanilla pudding mix
2 c. low-fat milk
2 bananas, sliced
1 (15 oz.) can crushed pineapple
1 c. Cool Whip
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. pecans, chopped
Mix pudding with milk and beat until thick, pour into crust. Put bananas over pudding. Squeeze pineapple to remove all juice. Sprinkle on top of bananas. Cover with Cool Whip, sprinkle pecans on top. Chill well.
Recipes For Diabetics~BANANA SPLIT PIE
Friday, April 10, 2009
ALMOND BISCUIT RING
Recipes For Diabetics~ALMOND BISCUIT RING
1/4 c. granulated brown sugar,
replacement
2 tbsp. diatetic maple syrup
2 tsp. reduced calorie margarine
2 tsp. water
1/3 c. almonds, coarsely chopped
1 (8 oz.) tube refrigerator biscuits
In a 1 1/2 quart microwave safe casserole, combine the brown sugar replacement, maple syrup, margarine and water. Cover with a paper towel and microwave on high for one minute. Allow to sit, covered for one minute, then stir to mix in the melted margarine. Stir in the almonds. Cut each of the biscuits into four pieces. Roll each piece into a ball. Dip each piece into the syrup mixture then place in a microwave safe ring mold. Arrange all coated balls uniformly around the ring mold. Pour any remaining syrup over the balls in the mold. Microwave on medium (50% power) for 5 to 6 minutes, turning the mold 1/4 turn after each two minutes. Remove from oven and immediately cover with waxed paper. Allow to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes; then turn out onto a serving dish. Divide into 10 servings. This dish has only about 80 calories per serving.
Recipes For Diabetics~ALMOND BISCUIT RING
1/4 c. granulated brown sugar,
replacement
2 tbsp. diatetic maple syrup
2 tsp. reduced calorie margarine
2 tsp. water
1/3 c. almonds, coarsely chopped
1 (8 oz.) tube refrigerator biscuits
In a 1 1/2 quart microwave safe casserole, combine the brown sugar replacement, maple syrup, margarine and water. Cover with a paper towel and microwave on high for one minute. Allow to sit, covered for one minute, then stir to mix in the melted margarine. Stir in the almonds. Cut each of the biscuits into four pieces. Roll each piece into a ball. Dip each piece into the syrup mixture then place in a microwave safe ring mold. Arrange all coated balls uniformly around the ring mold. Pour any remaining syrup over the balls in the mold. Microwave on medium (50% power) for 5 to 6 minutes, turning the mold 1/4 turn after each two minutes. Remove from oven and immediately cover with waxed paper. Allow to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes; then turn out onto a serving dish. Divide into 10 servings. This dish has only about 80 calories per serving.
Recipes For Diabetics~ALMOND BISCUIT RING
Monday, March 30, 2009
DIABETIC ORANGE SUNBEAMS
Recipes For Diabetics~DIABETIC ORANGE SUNBEAMS
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. raisins
1 egg
2 tbsp. orange juice
2 tsp. grated orange rind
1 1/2 tsp. Sucaryl
Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Add all at once: raisins, eggs, orange juice, orange rind and Sucaryl. Mix well. Make into small balls; flatten on cookie sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 375 degrees.
Recipes For Diabetics~DIABETIC ORANGE SUNBEAMS
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. raisins
1 egg
2 tbsp. orange juice
2 tsp. grated orange rind
1 1/2 tsp. Sucaryl
Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Add all at once: raisins, eggs, orange juice, orange rind and Sucaryl. Mix well. Make into small balls; flatten on cookie sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 375 degrees.
Recipes For Diabetics~DIABETIC ORANGE SUNBEAMS
Friday, March 20, 2009
SUGARLESS CAKE
Recipes For Diabetics~SUGARLESS CAKE
1 c. dates, chopped
1 c. prunes, chopped
1 c. raisins
1 c. cold water
1 stick margarine, melted
2 eggs
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. plain flour
1 c. nuts, chopped
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. vanilla
Boil dates and prunes in the one cup of water for 3 minutes; add margarine and raisins and let cool. Mix flour, soda, salt, eggs, nuts, spices and vanilla. Add to fruit mixture. Stir to blend. Pour into baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.
Recipes For Diabetics~SUGARLESS CAKE
1 c. dates, chopped
1 c. prunes, chopped
1 c. raisins
1 c. cold water
1 stick margarine, melted
2 eggs
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. plain flour
1 c. nuts, chopped
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. vanilla
Boil dates and prunes in the one cup of water for 3 minutes; add margarine and raisins and let cool. Mix flour, soda, salt, eggs, nuts, spices and vanilla. Add to fruit mixture. Stir to blend. Pour into baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.
Recipes For Diabetics~SUGARLESS CAKE
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
BAKED ONIONS
Recipes For Diabetics~BAKED ONIONS
Cover pie plate in foil (for easy cleaning). Use two to three onions per person, cooking size. Do not peel. Place onions on pie tin and bake one hour at 400 degrees. When done cut root end off, squeeze stem end and it should come out whole. Spread margarine/butter over onions, season with salt and pepper. Not for microwaves. Great with baked potatoes.
Recipes For Diabetics~BAKED ONIONS
Cover pie plate in foil (for easy cleaning). Use two to three onions per person, cooking size. Do not peel. Place onions on pie tin and bake one hour at 400 degrees. When done cut root end off, squeeze stem end and it should come out whole. Spread margarine/butter over onions, season with salt and pepper. Not for microwaves. Great with baked potatoes.
Recipes For Diabetics~BAKED ONIONS
Saturday, February 28, 2009
CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CARROT AND ZUCCHINI STUFFING
Recipes For Diabetics~CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CARROT AND ZUCCHINI STUFFING
2 sm. whole chicken breasts
1 c. carrots, shredded (about 2 sm.)
1 c. zucchini, shredded (about 1 med.)
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. poultry seasoning
1 envelope chicken-flavored bouillon
1/4 c. water
With sharp knife, remove skin and excess fat from chicken breasts. Cut each breast in half, along breastbone; remove breastbone. From cut side of each chicken breast half, with tip of sharp knife, cut and scrape meat away from rib cage, gently pulling back meat to form pocket; set aside. In medium bowl, combine carrots, zucchini, salt and poultry seasoning. Spoon about 1/2 cup mixture into each pocket; secure with toothpicks. In 10 inch skillet, place chicken, sprinkle with bouillon. To skillet add water, over medium high heat, heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 40 minutes or until chicken is fork tender. Remove toothpicks. Makes 4 servings, 180 calories per serving.
Recipes For Diabetics~CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CARROT AND ZUCCHINI STUFFING
2 sm. whole chicken breasts
1 c. carrots, shredded (about 2 sm.)
1 c. zucchini, shredded (about 1 med.)
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. poultry seasoning
1 envelope chicken-flavored bouillon
1/4 c. water
With sharp knife, remove skin and excess fat from chicken breasts. Cut each breast in half, along breastbone; remove breastbone. From cut side of each chicken breast half, with tip of sharp knife, cut and scrape meat away from rib cage, gently pulling back meat to form pocket; set aside. In medium bowl, combine carrots, zucchini, salt and poultry seasoning. Spoon about 1/2 cup mixture into each pocket; secure with toothpicks. In 10 inch skillet, place chicken, sprinkle with bouillon. To skillet add water, over medium high heat, heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 40 minutes or until chicken is fork tender. Remove toothpicks. Makes 4 servings, 180 calories per serving.
Recipes For Diabetics~CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CARROT AND ZUCCHINI STUFFING
Friday, February 20, 2009
GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST
Recipes For Diabetics~GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST
1 1/4 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c. diet margarine
--FILLING:--
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
3/4 c. part-skim ricotta cheese
12 packets sweetener
1 packet low-calorie whipped topping
mix
1 1/2 c. skim milk
1 tbsp. vanilla extract
1/4 c. cocoa
Combine crumbs with diet margarine by cutting in softened margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press firmly in bottom and sides of 8 or 9 inch pie pan. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool. In small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup skim milk. Let stand one minute. Heat, stirring constantly until gelatin dissolves. In blender or food processor, blend ricotta until smooth and add gelatin mixture, remaining 1 cup milk and vanilla. Continue blending until completely smooth. Remove half the mixture, set aside. To mixture still in blender, add 6 packs sugar substitute and cocoa. Blend thoroughly. Pour blender mixture into crust, chill for 30 minutes or until partially set. At the same time, chill remaining mixture for 30 minutes. Prepare whipped topping mix according to package directions gradually adding remaining 6 packets sugar substitute. Whisk into reserved, chilled mixture until blended smoothly. Spoon over chocolate layer; chill until set. Garnish with dusting of cocoa. Makes one (8 or 9 inch) pie (filling and crust) or 8 servings.
Recipes For Diabetics~GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST
1 1/4 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c. diet margarine
--FILLING:--
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
3/4 c. part-skim ricotta cheese
12 packets sweetener
1 packet low-calorie whipped topping
mix
1 1/2 c. skim milk
1 tbsp. vanilla extract
1/4 c. cocoa
Combine crumbs with diet margarine by cutting in softened margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press firmly in bottom and sides of 8 or 9 inch pie pan. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool. In small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup skim milk. Let stand one minute. Heat, stirring constantly until gelatin dissolves. In blender or food processor, blend ricotta until smooth and add gelatin mixture, remaining 1 cup milk and vanilla. Continue blending until completely smooth. Remove half the mixture, set aside. To mixture still in blender, add 6 packs sugar substitute and cocoa. Blend thoroughly. Pour blender mixture into crust, chill for 30 minutes or until partially set. At the same time, chill remaining mixture for 30 minutes. Prepare whipped topping mix according to package directions gradually adding remaining 6 packets sugar substitute. Whisk into reserved, chilled mixture until blended smoothly. Spoon over chocolate layer; chill until set. Garnish with dusting of cocoa. Makes one (8 or 9 inch) pie (filling and crust) or 8 servings.
Recipes For Diabetics~GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
FRUIT SALAD TOPPING
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT SALAD TOPPING
1 1/2 c. milk (skim or 1%)
1 (3 oz.) sugar free vanilla pudding
Add: 2 tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate
1 tsp. grated orange peel (opt.)
Serve "on the side" with mixed fruit (fresh) or mix fruit and topping in bowl.
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT SALAD TOPPING
1 1/2 c. milk (skim or 1%)
1 (3 oz.) sugar free vanilla pudding
Add: 2 tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate
1 tsp. grated orange peel (opt.)
Serve "on the side" with mixed fruit (fresh) or mix fruit and topping in bowl.
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT SALAD TOPPING
Saturday, February 7, 2009
FRUIT LEATHER
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT LEATHER
Place a sheet of plastic wrap in the bottom of a cookie sheet. Smooth a thin layer of fruit butter with the edge of a pancake turner. Place in the oven to dry at the lowest heat, about 120, for about 2 hours, or until dry, then remove and cool. Peel off and roll in plastic wrap. For variety, sprinkle with finely chopped walnuts before drying.
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT LEATHER
Place a sheet of plastic wrap in the bottom of a cookie sheet. Smooth a thin layer of fruit butter with the edge of a pancake turner. Place in the oven to dry at the lowest heat, about 120, for about 2 hours, or until dry, then remove and cool. Peel off and roll in plastic wrap. For variety, sprinkle with finely chopped walnuts before drying.
Recipes For Diabetics~FRUIT LEATHER
Friday, February 6, 2009
ORANGE RICE
Recipes For Diabetics~ORANGE RICE
1 c. rice, uncooked
1 c. water
1 c. orange juice
1 tsp. reduced calorie margarine
Dash of salt
1 tbsp. orange rind, freshly grated
1/2 c. fresh orange sections, seeded
In a 2-quart microwave safe casserole, combine the rice, water, orange juice, margarine and salt. Cover, microwave on High for 5 minutes. Stir in the orange rind. Turn the bowl 1/4 turn. Microwave on High for an additional 10 minutes, turning the bowl after 5 minutes. Do not uncover the bowl. Allow to set, covered for an additional 10 minutes or until all of the liquids have been absorbed. Immediately before serving, fluff with a fork, add orange sections and mix gently. Serve with pride. Makes about 6 (100 calories) servings.
Recipes For Diabetics~ORANGE RICE
1 c. rice, uncooked
1 c. water
1 c. orange juice
1 tsp. reduced calorie margarine
Dash of salt
1 tbsp. orange rind, freshly grated
1/2 c. fresh orange sections, seeded
In a 2-quart microwave safe casserole, combine the rice, water, orange juice, margarine and salt. Cover, microwave on High for 5 minutes. Stir in the orange rind. Turn the bowl 1/4 turn. Microwave on High for an additional 10 minutes, turning the bowl after 5 minutes. Do not uncover the bowl. Allow to set, covered for an additional 10 minutes or until all of the liquids have been absorbed. Immediately before serving, fluff with a fork, add orange sections and mix gently. Serve with pride. Makes about 6 (100 calories) servings.
Recipes For Diabetics~ORANGE RICE
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Recipes For Diabetics~CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
1/4 c. margarine
1 tbsp. granulated fructose
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
3/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Cream together margarine and fructose, beat in egg, water and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt in sifter. Sift dry ingredients into creamed mixture, stirring to blend thoroughly. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop by teaspoonsful onto lightly greased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 30 cookies.
Recipes For Diabetics~CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
1/4 c. margarine
1 tbsp. granulated fructose
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
3/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Cream together margarine and fructose, beat in egg, water and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt in sifter. Sift dry ingredients into creamed mixture, stirring to blend thoroughly. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop by teaspoonsful onto lightly greased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 30 cookies.
Recipes For Diabetics~CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
BAKED CHICKEN FOR ONE
Recipes For Diabetics~BAKED CHICKEN FOR ONE
1 (3 oz.) chicken breast, boned &
skinned
2 tbsp. (any brand) bottled diet
Italian dressing
Marinate chicken in dressing overnight in covered casserole. Bake for one hour at 350 degrees. No additional seasonings are necessary. Very tender and juicy.
Recipes For Diabetics~BAKED CHICKEN FOR ONE
1 (3 oz.) chicken breast, boned &
skinned
2 tbsp. (any brand) bottled diet
Italian dressing
Marinate chicken in dressing overnight in covered casserole. Bake for one hour at 350 degrees. No additional seasonings are necessary. Very tender and juicy.
Recipes For Diabetics~BAKED CHICKEN FOR ONE
Thursday, February 5, 2009
SNICKERS BAR - IT COULD BE
Recipes For Diabetics~SNICKERS BAR - IT COULD BE
12 oz. soft diet ice cream
1 c. diet Cool Whip
1/4 c. chunky peanut butter
1 pkg. sugar-free butterscotch
pudding (dry)
3 oz. Grape-Nuts cereal
Mix first 4 ingredients in mixer, then stir in cereal. Pour into 8 inch square pan. Cover and freeze. Makes 4 servings.
Recipes For Diabetics~SNICKERS BAR - IT COULD BE
12 oz. soft diet ice cream
1 c. diet Cool Whip
1/4 c. chunky peanut butter
1 pkg. sugar-free butterscotch
pudding (dry)
3 oz. Grape-Nuts cereal
Mix first 4 ingredients in mixer, then stir in cereal. Pour into 8 inch square pan. Cover and freeze. Makes 4 servings.
Recipes For Diabetics~SNICKERS BAR - IT COULD BE
CRANBERRY RELISH - SUGAR FREE
Recipes For Diabetics~CRANBERRY RELISH - SUGAR FREE
2 c. cranberries
2 apples
1 c. orange juice
Grind together the cranberries and apples, using a sweet apple. (May also use blender). Add orange juice, chopped nuts and sweetener to taste. Refrigerate several hours before using.
Recipes For Diabetics~CRANBERRY RELISH - SUGAR FREE
2 c. cranberries
2 apples
1 c. orange juice
Grind together the cranberries and apples, using a sweet apple. (May also use blender). Add orange juice, chopped nuts and sweetener to taste. Refrigerate several hours before using.
Recipes For Diabetics~CRANBERRY RELISH - SUGAR FREE
DIABETIC DATE DAINTIES
Recipes For Diabetics~DIABETIC DATE DAINTIES
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp. liquid sweetener
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. dates, chopped
1/4 c. flour
1/2 c. nuts
1 1/2 c. bread crumbs
Beat eggs, sweetener and baking powder. Add dates, flour and nuts. Stir in bread crumbs. Chill, then measure by teaspoon on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes.
Recipes For Diabetics~DIABETIC DATE DAINTIES
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp. liquid sweetener
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. dates, chopped
1/4 c. flour
1/2 c. nuts
1 1/2 c. bread crumbs
Beat eggs, sweetener and baking powder. Add dates, flour and nuts. Stir in bread crumbs. Chill, then measure by teaspoon on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes.
Recipes For Diabetics~DIABETIC DATE DAINTIES
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