AuthorMissy

Check out this delicious recipe I found at skinnytaste.com. If you want to sneak some vegetables into your family’s meal, this is the perfect side dish – great with chicken, steak or pork chops. I often add cauliflower to my mashed potatoes and no one really notices.

Ingredients:

• (18 oz) 4 medium russet potatoes
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 2 cups chopped cauliflower
• 1/2 cup low fat buttermilk
• 1 tbsp minced chives (optional)
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded low-fat sharp cheddar cheese

Directions:

Pierce the potatoes several times with a fork. Place in the microwave and use your baked potato setting until the potatoes are cooked through, turning half way. (Or you can bake 1 hour in your oven at 425° F)

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine cauliflower and broccoli with a little salted water and cook, covered for about 3 minutes. Remove the broccoli with a slotted spoon and set aside, continue cooking the cauliflower until soft, about 5 more minutes. Drain and set aside in a large bowl.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop the flesh out into the large bowl with the cauliflower, leaving a ¼” shell. Place the potato shells on a baking sheet.

Mash the flesh with a potato masher or puree with a hand blender along with the cauliflower. Add the buttermilk and salt, mash until smooth. Fold in half of the shredded cheddar (and chives if desired).

Spoon the potato/cauliflower mixture back into the shells. Top with the cooked broccoli (I just inserted them in) and remaining cheese on top.

Bake for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted. (you can also microwave it for a few minutes if you prefer not to use the oven)

See the complete recipe here, http://www.skinnytaste.com/2013/01/broccoli-and-cheese-twice-baked-potatoes.html

Twice Baked Super Stuffed Cheesy Potatoes | Skinnytaste.com
Servings: 8 | Size: 1/2 loaded potato | Old Pts: 3 pts | Weight Watchers Points+: 3 pts | Calories: 146.5 | Fat: 3.5 g | Protein: 8 g | Carb: 23 g | Fiber: 2.5 g • Sugar: 1.5 g | Sodium: 152.5 mg (without the salt)

Whole-wheat pasta bolsters fiber and nutrients in this popular Asian noodle salad. The recipe is from Annelise Stuart of Germantown, New York.

INGREDIENTS

1 pound whole-wheat spaghetti
1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoon rice-wine vinegar, or lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
1 bunch scallions, sliced, divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided (optional)
4 cups snow peas, trimmed and sliced on the bias
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds

COOKING DIRECTIONS

Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until just tender, 9 to 11 minutes or according to package directions. Drain; rinse under cold water.

Step 2
Meanwhile, whisk soy sauce, sesame oil, canola oil, vinegar (or lime juice), crushed red pepper, 1/4 cup scallions and 2 tablespoons cilantro (if using). Add noodles, snow peas and bell pepper; toss to coat.

Step 3
To serve, mix in sesame seeds and garnish with the remaining scallions and cilantro.

Recipe provided by EatingWell.com and located on www.acefitness.org

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About Missy: Living healthy comes naturally to me. I live it & love it so I enjoy educating, motivating and helping others to do the same. I was born with a heart condition and had open heart surgery at the age of 8. I grew up being active and playing sports and am thankful to have my health. I’ve been in the fitness industry industry over 18 years and am ready to help you with your fitness and wellness goals. Call or email Missy to get started. Visit my website; www.workoutwithmissy.com