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Green Banana Berry Smoothie

by Chef Bek April 4, 2012 Beverages
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This is a super speedy recipe & it boasts 32.6 grams of protein!!!  This will get your moving in the morning.  Let me know what you think! Ingredients: Platinum HYDRO WHEY – Vanilla Protein Powder 1/3 cup Blueberries, Sweetened, Frozen (not pictured) 1 cup Baby Spinach Leaves 2 ounces fresh Strawberries 1/2 Banana, large 8 – 10 [...]

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Greek Turkey Burger

by Chef Bek April 13, 2011 Burgers and Sandwiches

Here is a melt in your mouth Greek Turkey Burger. This recipe is a low fat version of the typical beef burger. The combination of flavors will pop in your mouth. Sorry no picture.  This is an older recipe.  I plan to make this very soon and will post a picture when I do.  If [...]

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Garden Fresh Marinara

by Chef Bek February 16, 2011 Italian
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This is a great low calorie and low fat recipe.  It goes great with pasta, chicken, or some crusty french bread.  Let me know how you use this sauce.  I personally like to pour a glass of red wine and dip my bread into the sauce.  YUMMY! Ingredients: 2 T Olive Oil 1 large White [...]

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Taco Soup Recipe

by Chef Bek February 1, 2011 Beef
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Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef (I use 97% fat free) 1 large onion, chopped 1/2 poblano pepper, chopped 1/2 sweet red pepper, chopped 1 can black beans (l use cuban style) 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn 1 can stewed tomatoes – mexican style 1 can Rotel tomatoes 1 pkg. taco seasoning mix (I like [...]

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Greek Salad

by Chef Bek January 14, 2011 Greek
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Greek salads are super tasty and easy to make. This is one of my favorites. I remember when my Mom would make this for us growing up. The combination of the feta, olives, and red onions is the BEST! 2 cups mixed greens 1/4 cup Feta cheese 1/2 cup garbanzo beans (optional) 1/4 cup black [...]

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Heart Healthy Balsamic Vinegar Salad

by Chef Bek January 12, 2011 Low Calorie
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This is a fresh, crisp salad that is also good for the heart. This tasty salad goes well with just about any meat, poultry, fish or pasta dish. Recipe: 1 red Pepper 1 Yellow Pepper 1/2 Cucumber 1/4 Red Onion 1 C. Black Olives or Green Olives 4 Roma Tomatoes 3 T. Chopped Garlic 1/2 [...]

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Spinach, Strawberry, and Chicken Salad

by Chef Bek December 23, 2010 American
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So, this is not totally homemade.  I cheat and use a premade salad dressing.  However, I had to throw it up here because it is one of my favorite salads to eat.  The fact it is healthy makes it that much better. Ingredients: 2 cups Baby Spinach – 20 cal. 4 oz. Grilled Chicken – [...]

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Egg, Shroom, & Spinach Omelet

by Chef Bek December 22, 2010 American
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This is an awesome healthy start to your morning.  Protein and Veggies Baby! Ingredients: Cooking oil spray 5 Egg Whites – 80 cal. /  .05 fat 1 Cup sliced Mushrooms – 15 cal. / 0 fat 1 Cup fresh Spinach – 10 cal. / 0 fat 2 T. Pineapple Salsa – 20 cal. / 0 [...]

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Chicken with White Wine & Pasta

by Chef Bek December 14, 2010 Chicken

Here is a great recipe that is so simple to make. You will find that most of the ingredients are relatively inexpensive as well. Happy Eating! Recipe: 3 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1/2 C. Chopped Onions 4 Tbsp. Chopped Garlic Sautee all of the above until onions start to turn a bit brown. Add all of [...]

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Black Bean Corn Salsa

by Chef Bek December 14, 2010 Dips & Salsas
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Salsa does just not have to be served with the traditional tortilla chips anymore. This black bean corn salsa is a great addition to any meal, or dish. Best of all, it is a fat free and low calorie accompaniment.

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