Kielbasa Potato Chowder
- 1/2 pound smoked kielbasa (I use turkey), cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 3 Bacon Strips, diced
- 1 small onion , finally chopped (I use only about 1/2 because family not too fond of onions)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or 2% milk
In a large saucepan , bring broth and water to a boil. Add potatoes, bouillon, and pepper. Cook 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Add the meat mixture and spinach; cook over medium heat for 2 minutes until spinach is wilted. Reduce heat. Add cream ; cook 1 minute or until heated through. Makes: 4 cups. (got from a Light and Tasty magazine)
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup equals 190 calories, 6 grams of fat (2 saturated fats), 28 mg of cholesterol, 852 mg of sodium, 22 carbohydrates, 1 gram fiber, 12 grams of protein.
Crunchy Broccoli Salad
- 8 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced (again I 1/2 this part because we aren't huge fans of onions)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 3 Tbsp. canola oil or Extra Virgin Olive Oil (I use EVOO because I like it and it is heart healthy)
- 3 Tbsp. seasoned rice vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. sugar ( I use two packets of Splenda)
- 1/4 cup sunflower kernels
- 3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled (If making with above soup cook with that bacon to save time)
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, onions, and cranberries. In a small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, and sugar; drizzle over broccoli mix and toss to coat. Chill until serving. Sprinkle with sunflower kernels and bacon. Makes: 10 servings (or if you are like me about 4-5). Got from a Heart Healthy Magazine Apr./May 2010.
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 121 calories, 7 grams fat (1 gram saturated fat), 2 mg cholesterol, 233 mg sodium, 14 carbohydrates, 3 grams fiber, 3 grams of protein.
These look delicious!! I've been carb conscious lately so that broccoli salad is screaming for me to try it!! Can't wait!
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