The week of March 25th

So I hope someone else enjoyed last weeks steak and veggies with me. This week I am making a creamy chive chicken (low fat) which come highly recommended to me. Looking forward to trying that. Enjoy this weeks picks.

Monday- Twice Baked Potatoes and Tomato Soup

Tuesday- Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Creamy Chive Sauce

Wednesday-Mexican Rice Bake

Thursday- Turkey Burgers with Baked Zucchini Fries

Friday- Baked Ziti with Chicken

Twice Baked Potatoes

Recipe and Picture from Simply Recipes

Twice Baked Potatoes more than anything she cooked, remind me of my mom. I don't think any potato I have ever made has compared with hers. Maybe she just used lots of yummy butter and sour cream. You can make these as low fat as you want by using fat-free sour cream and milk, no butter, bacon and light cheese. Here is a link to a few different versions. I add broccoli to mine sometimes to get a veggie in there as well. Either way, there is just something about the TWICE BAKED part that is so good. http://simplyrecipes.com/recipes/twice_baked_potatoes/

Sauteed Chicken Breast with Creamy Chive Sauce

Recipe and picture from Eating Well

So like I said, my friend said this is so tasty it is from Eating Well, so I thought I would give it a try. I am serving this with asparagus and orzo pasta like they suggested and of course the leftover wine from the recipe. :)

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/sauteed_chicken_breasts_with_creamy_chive_sauce.html

Mexican Rice Bake

I know I make this all of the time, but I bet most of you still haven't tried it :)

Recipe and picture from Frugal Foodie Family

http://frugalfoodiefamily.com/2011/09/29/mexican-chicken-and-rice-bake/

Turkey Burgers and Baked Zucchini Fries

Recipe and picture from Our Best Bites

I love zucchini fries and they remind my of my sister who used to love dipping the fried version in ranch dressing. Here is a healthier version and a way for your kids to get some more veggies in.

http://www.ourbestbites.com/2011/01/baked-zucchini-fries/

Baked Ziti with Chicken

Recipe and picture from 101 cooking for two

Enough said, simple, tasty and easy.

http://www.101cookingfortwo.com/2010/05/chicken-baked-ziti.html

The week of March 19th

So I apologize that two of these recipes do not have links, they were from Good Housekeeping and sounded delicious but I couldn't find the pictures or recipes to go with them. Anyways, the first recipe I made tonight and my husband LOVED it. It would be a special treat to cook for the hubby without much work. Enjoy.

Monday- Pepper Crusted Steak with Roasted Veggies

Tuesday- Healthy Pasta Primavera

Wednesday-Crispy Balsamic Chicken (Not fried) with greens

Thursday-Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches

Friday- Southwestern Cobb Salad

Pepper Crusted Steak with Roasted Veggies

As I mentioned above, this is a MUST try. Super easy and oh so tasty. I used Top Sirloin to bring down the cost of the meat and two buck Chuck for the wine. Enjoy, I know I did.

http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/recipefinder/pepper-crusted-steak-roasted-veggies-recipe-ghk0412?click=recipe_sr

Healthy Pasta Primavera

Picture from Simple Bites but Recipe from Good Housekeeping, April 2012

12 oz. whole wheat spaghetti, cooked

1 T. EVOO

1 med. onion finely chopped

3 garlic, finely chopped

1 pt. grape tomatoes

12 oz. asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces

1 med. zucchini, cut into half-moons

1/4 c. water

1 can garbanzo beans

1 med. carrot, grated

1/4 oz. Parmesan cheese

2 T. lemon juice

Fresh Basil to garnish

• In a skillet, heat oil on medium and add onion and garlic- cook 2-3 min.
• Add grape tomatoes- cook 5 min.
• Add asparagus, zucchini, water and 1/4 t. salt- cover and cook for 5-7 minutes
• Stir in beans and carrots-cook 2-3 min. until beans are warm
• Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water
• Drain pasta, return to pot
• Add vegetable mixture, cheese, lemon juice, 1/4 t. salt
• Toss and garnish with Basil

Crispy Balsamic Chicken (Not fried)

Picture from Food.com

Ok, bummed that this recipe doesn't have the real pic, because it looks way better than this one.

1 lb. carrots thinly sliced at an angle

2 t. EVOO

1 c. panko bread crumbs

1 1/4 lbs. of chicken breast cutlets

1 T. Dijon mustard

1 C. plus 1 T. balsamic-vinegar

5 oz. arugula

1 C. fresh basil leaves, torn

• Preheat oven to 450
• On jelly roll pan, toss carrots in oil and 1/8t. salt and pepper- roast 8-10 minutes or until tender crisp, transfer to a bowl
• While carrots cook, place panko on large plate. In medium bowl, toss chicken and mustard and 1/3 t. freshly ground pepper until well coated. Coat chicken with panko, pressing to adhere.
• Bake 12-14 minutes
• In a saucepan, heat 1/2 cup balsamic, 1/8t. salt and pepper, bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer8-12 minutes until syrupy.
• To same bowl add arugula, basil, and remaining balsamic, toss to mix.
• Serve salad with chicken and balsamic glaze.

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches

Picture and recipe from Closet Cooking

http://www.closetcooking.com/2008/08/grilled-teriyaki-chicken-and-pineapple.html

Southwestern Cobb

I have done this before, but I love this dressing so here it is again. Picture and recipe from Our Best Bites.

http://www.ourbestbites.com/2010/08/southwestern-cobb-salad/

So I hope you all had a great week. I got to see my sister for the first time in almost two years so that was a huge blessing. Enjoy this weeks meals.

Monday- White Pizza

Tuesday-Pork Chops with Pineapple Fried Rice

Wednesday- Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups

Thursday- Spinich, Sausage and tomato Risotto

Friday- Glazed Chicken Lettuce Wraps

White Pizza

You could also make your own dough for this as well. If you want an easier meal then go ahead and use a store bought one :) Picture and recipe from My recipe.com

http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/white-pizza-10000000592319/

Pork Chops with Pineapple Fried Rice

Picture and recipe from The Pioneer Woman Cooks

So this one looks a bit more time consuming, but wow, look at the final product. Of course the Pioneer woman is amazing and so is her food. http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2012/03/pork-chops-with-pineapple-fried-rice/
Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups

If frozen spinach is kind of weird to you, at least it is for me, you can cook up some fresh spinach and shred it for this one. This is a lowfat recipe, so if you are not into that, this would be one to skip. Recipe and picture from Skinny Taste.

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/02/spinach-lasagna-rolls.html

Sausage, tomato and spinach risotto

So I was recommended this by a friend, yummy! http://frugalfoodiefamily.com/2011/06/09/sausage-tomato-and-spinach-risotto/

Glazed Chicken Lettuce Wraps

I have only ever had lettuce wraps at restaurants but have always wanted to make my own. So I think Rachel Ray should be safe for a trail. Picture from The Joy of Clean Eating.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/thai-glazed-chicken-lettuce-wraps-recipe/index.html

So I don't know about you, but I really enjoyed last weeks meals. Did anyone try any? My favorite was the Feta and Herb Stuffed Chicken....so tasty. Enjoy this weeks meals.

Monday- Chicken Piccata

Tuesday- Sweet and Salty Salmon

Wednesday- Turkey Meatloaf

Thursday- Guiltless Fettuccine Alfredo

Friday- Chili Lime Chicken Tacos

Chicken Piccata

I used Emeril's Chicken Piccata Recipe. It does however, use a lot of butter (6 T.) But of course it was yummy. I served it over Cappellini noodles. http://www.emerils.com/recipe/7881/Chicken-Piccata

Sweet and Salty Salmon

Picture from My recipes

Sauce:

2 1/2 T. Soy Sauce

2 T. Olive Oil

2 T. Brown Sugar

1 t. Lemon Pepper

1 Clove of Garlic

• Marinate for at least 20 minutes
• Grill, bake or Broil just until cooked
• This is great with Rice or Coos-Coos

Turkey Meatloaf

Picture from My recipes

Ok, so meatloaf is really not my thing. My husband does like it though. So here is a low fat version that might be worth a try. I have not tried this, just a warning. http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/turkey-meatloaf-10000001559148/
Guiltless Alfredo Sauce

Picture and recipe from Our Best Bites

So I really like this sauce, and I have many friends tell me how much they enjoy this. Most of the time, you may already have the ingredients in your fridge. I serve this with chicken and broccoli. http://www.ourbestbites.com/2008/08/guiltless-alfredo-sauce/

Chili Lime Chicken Tacos

Picture and recipe from Trader Joes

These are soooo easy and super tasty. The only thing is, you have to live where there is a Trader Joes. http://www.traderjoes.com/recipes/recipe.asp?rid=52