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  • RE: Fro Yo vs. Ice Cream

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ounce for ounce, frozen yogurt has fewer calories and is lower in saturated fat than regular ice cream. But, if you choose low-fat ice cream, the calories and saturated fat are about the same. For example, 1/2 cup vanilla low fat ice cream has 100…
    • over 7 years ago
    • Nutrition
    • Ask a dietitian
  • Vegetable Frittata Stuffed Peppers

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 6 servings 1/4 teaspoon canola oil 6 whole red bell peppers 1.5 oz chopped tomatoes 1.5 oz chopped onions 2.5 oz chopped spinach 2 oz part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese 7 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup whole milk 1/4 teaspoons…
    • over 3 years ago
    • Nutrition
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  • Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 23 cookies 1 1/2 cups All Purpose Flour 1/4 tsp Baking Powder 1/2 tsp Baking Soda 1/2 tsp Salt 1/2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice 1/4 cup Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips, mini 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree 1 TBSP Canola Oil 1 each Whole Eggs 1 tsp…
    • 7 months ago
    • Nutrition
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  • Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta with Strawberry Basil

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 9 servings 5 teaspoons plain gelatin mix 2-1/2 cups whole milk, divided 1/4 cup honey 4 cups nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt 2-1/4 cups diced strawberries 2 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil Directions: In a small…
    • 7 months ago
    • Nutrition
    • Recipe Book
  • Grilled Peach, Vanilla Yogurt, Honey Oat Crumble

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings 4 large ripe peaches 3 tablespoons honey For the Oat Crumble 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour 1/3 cup old fashioned oats 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon melted butter For the Garnish 2 cups nonfat…
    • 7 months ago
    • Nutrition
    • Recipe Book
  • Chocolate Olive Oil Cake

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 12 servings 1 cup Flour 1/8 tsp Salt 1/2 tsp Backing Soda 6 TBSP Baking Cocoa 1/2 cup Water, boiling 1 cup Sugar 3 Eggs, lightly beaten 2/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 4 tsp Vanilla Extract 1 TBSP Powdered Sugar Directions: Preheat…
    • 7 months ago
    • Nutrition
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  • Nigerian Stewed Chicken

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 5 servings 2 lb Chicken Thighs 1/2 cup Yellow Onions, diced 2 tsp Garlic Cloves, minced 1/4 tsp Salt 1 tsp Curry Powder 3/4 tsp Fresh Thyme, minced 2 tsp Ginger, minced 2 Habanero Peppers* 2 cups Red Bell Pepper 8-9 Roma Tomatoes…
    • 29 days ago
    • Nutrition
    • Recipe Book
  • Wheatberry Corn Tomato Salad

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 18 Servings 2 cup wheat berries, dry 1/2 cup red onion, diced 1-1/2 tsp garlic, minced 1/4 cup scallions, diced 2 cup corn kernels 1 cup tomatoes, diced 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup canola or olive oil Directions: Simmer…
    • over 2 years ago
    • Nutrition
    • Recipe Book
  • Grilled Salmon, Berry, Avocado Salad

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 1 serving Cooking Spray 4 oz of Salmon, Raw 1/4 tsp Black Pepper 2 cups Spring Mix 1/4 cup Avocado, diced 1/4 cup Red Onions, sliced 1/4 cup Strawberries, sliced 1/4 cup Blueberries 1 TBSP Sunflower Seeds, Unsalted, Roasted 2 TBSP…
    • over 2 years ago
    • Nutrition
    • Recipe Book
  • Kale Citrus Feta Salad

    BCBSIL Connect Team
    BCBSIL Connect Team
    Ingredients: Makes 9 servings 8 ounces chopped kale, tough ribs removed 4 ounces peeled orange sections 4 ounces peeled grapefruit sections 1/3 cup crumbled feta Ingredients: dressing 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 tablespoon…
    • over 3 years ago
    • Nutrition
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