Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil


Basil and tomatoes compliment each other beautifully and are usually overflowing in my garden in the late summer months. This is a wonderful way to use them up, serve this as an appetizer or a side dish.

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Monday, April 28, 2008

Stuffed Red Bliss Potatoes



These garlicky potatoes make a tasty side dish that go great with meat.

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Sunday, April 27, 2008

Healthy Banana Smoothie - 2.5 pts

Weight Watchers Banana Smoothie Recipe
This is a quick and easy, low point, healthy breakfast I like to make when I am on the run. It's delicious! I usually keep the vanilla yogurt in the freezer. Otherwise, I would add some ice.
Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 2 servings Time: 2 minutes Points: 2.5 ww points
  • 1 banana
  • 1 (6 oz.) Weight Watchers Vanilla Yogurt
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cup fat free milk
In a blender, process all ingredients until smooth. Serve immediately.

Monday, April 14, 2008

Broiled Tilapia with Garlic

 

This fish recipe will work great with any white fish. It's super quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight!

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Sunday, April 13, 2008

Cream of Broccoli Soup


Cream of broccoli is a favorite of mine, but when you order this out, it's loaded with fat.  This slimmed down version is quick and easy to prepare. When I make this, everyone asks for more.

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Saturday, April 5, 2008

Pan Seared Shrimp - 3 ww pts


For perfectly cooked, moist shrimp every time. Cook the shrimp in two batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Sear the shrimp on one side only, and allow the heat of the pan to cook the other side.

Pan Seared Shrimp
Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 4 servings Time: 5 minutes Points: 3 ww points
Calories: 148.6 Fat: 3.7 Fiber: 0.3 g Carbs: 0.5 g Protein: 26.8 g
  • 2 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined (weight after peeled)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 2 tbsp dry parsley
  • lemon wedges
Heat 1 tsp oil in 12 inch skillet over high heat until smoking. Meanwhile, toss shrimp with salt and pepper. Add half of the shrimp to the pan in single layer and cook until edges turn pink, about 1 minute. Remove pan from heat, flip shrimp using tongs and let it stand about 30 seconds until all of the shrimp is opaque except for the center. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the second batch and the remaining teaspoon of oil. After second batch has stood off the heat, add the first batch to the pan and toss to combine. Cover skillet and let shrimp stand for 1 - 2 minutes. Shrimp will now be cooked through. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Friday, April 4, 2008

Easy Cucumber Salad - 0 pts

Easy Cucumber Salad
I love cucumbers. I'm a working mom and usually pressed for time on week nights, so when I want to make a quick 0 point side dish, I make this. Goes great with everything.
Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 6 servings Time: 5 minutes Points: 0 ww points
  • 2 medium cucumbers peeled and sliced
  • kosher salt to taste
  • white pepper
  • 3 tbsp white wine vinegar
Sprinkle cucumbers lightly with salt. Combine with vinegar and pepper and chill before serving.

Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Cuban Mojito Recipe - 2 ww pts

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Cuban Mojito Recipe
Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 1 serving Time: 2 minutes Points: 2 ww points • Yields: 1 drink

Have a mojito party! This is a popular drink in all the trendy NYC spots. I've loved this cuban drink long before it became popular. I have figured out an easy low point weight watcher mojito recipe that tastes great. Use this recipe and add a Caribbean flair to your next party!
  • 1.5 oz Bacardi Rum
  • 12 fresh spearmint leaves
  • 1/2 lime
  • 7 oz sprite zero or club soda
  • 2 tbsp. splenda
In a cool tall glass, muddle the mint, splenda and lime juice. Add crushed ice. Add rum, soda and stir well. Garnish with a lime wedge and a few sprigs of mint. Serve with a straw.