Recipes by Jackie (Page 2)

	Spicy Sweet Potatoes by Jackie If you like your taste buds to get a mouth watering kiss of sweet and then a tiny zing of heat, you will love this recipe year-round.You can easily make this for a large group or just yourself. Average 1/2 sweet potato per person as a guide.Peel the potatoes, slice in 3/4 inch slices, then cube approximately 1" cubes. Place in a…	1 vote 404 views
	Steel Cut Oatmeal in Crockpot by Jackie The time it takes to make steel-cut oatmeal is prohibitive in my morning schedule.A friend shared this recipe with me to make life easier, healthy and delicious. This is the only kind of oatmeal that I can eat without BG levels going high.I make a big batch using 8 cups of water and 2 cups of oatmeal. You may cut that in half though.…	2 votes 1762 views
	Turkey Chili by Jackie 2 cans black beans (can use any bean of choice, but keep in mind the darker the bean the lower the glycemic index) Beans are a wonderful source of protein and fiber. You can also use a variety of beans in the same soup.16 oz waterBrown the ground turkey and onion in a skillet. (did you know ground turkey is 50% less fat than ground…	1 vote 480 views
	Pumpkin Bread by Jackie This recipe is from a co-worker that I tweaked a bit to fit into the diabetic friendly blog.Thanks Janae! This is a wonderful moist pumpkin bread.Serving size = 1 slice large loaf about 1/2 inch thick or 2 slices mini loaf 1/2" thick.20 carbs and 7 g fiber.Ingredients:Directions:In a large bowl, mix together oil, pumpkin, both types…	1 vote 396 views
	Sweet Potato Pear Bisque by Jackie DIRECTIONS:Combine the first 8 ingredients in 3qt pot and bring to a boil. Cook for approx 20 minutes untilpotatoes are tender. Pour vegetables and broth into a blender. Blend until smooth. (You canuse a hand blender if you have one and it works perfectly). I use my pressure cooker to make this soup in 8 minutes.Pour mixture back…	1 vote 394 views
	Turkey Breast a la Crockpot by Jackie I found this recipe that sounded so good, with a little change here and there I have made it a healthier rendition. It is delicious!Ingredients:Directions:Brush margarine/olive oil on all sides of the turkey breast. Rub the Italian seasoninginto the skin of the breast. Place the onion and celery into the cavity. Place the…	1 vote 1572 views
	Sticky Chicken by Jackie An adapted recipe from My Kitchen Cafe and Janae, once again, thanks Janae for this suggestion!Ingredients:Marinade chicken in coconut milk, ginger, pepper and red pepper flakes for 1-5 hours.Cook Brown rice: I used the remaining coconut milk as part of the cooking liquid for the rice. Portions of rice to equal 4 servings=2 cups…	1 vote 650 views
	AGAVE by Jackie I have recently learned about and experimented with Agave at my favorite cooking shop, Shar's Kitchen. It is a natural sweetener that is retrieved from the Agave Plant in central Mexico. Yes, it is the same plant from which Tequila is made. The type of Agave I use is Xagave, which is a blend of blue and white agave.The glycemic…	1 vote 443 views
	Meatball Appetizer by Jackie Mix ingredients together and make small meatballs. About 1" in diameter.put on foil lined baking sheet and bake at 350 for 25-35 minutes, until done.Sauce:1 Jar sugar free grape jelly ( made with Splenda)1 Jar Heinz Chili sauce1 tbsp Agave (optional)Mix the sauce in crock pot or other vessel of choice. Put cooked meatballs in the…	1 vote 696 views
	Oven Made Stew by Jackie My friend Mary gave me this recipe. It is easy, delicious and perfect fora cold winters night!Mix the soups and milk in a bowl.In the bottom of a covered roasting pan, place other remaining ingredients.Pour the soup over the top, gently stir together.Bake at 275 for 4-5 hours...covered!I have tried this in the crock pot and it just…	1 vote 305 views

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