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Old 03-07-2005, 03:41 PM   #1  
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Default stovetop dinner ideas??

Our stove is on the fritz except for the burners.
We are getting a new one delivered later this week.....in the meantime, I have been making soup. Any other good choices I have for dinner?

Any suggestions would be appreciated?




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Old 03-07-2005, 03:57 PM   #2  
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Beef with Broccoli - 2 Points

Recipe By : Kelly Shields
Serving Size : 6
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 package seasoned beef strips, Tyson
2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
2 cloves garlic -- finely chopped
6 tablespoons beef broth -- reduced sodium
6 cups broccoli flowerets
1 cup carrots -- cut in 1/4" strips
1 large onion -- cut in eighths
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1. Cut steak into thin strips; combine with soy sauce, garlic and 2 tablespoons broth.

2. Cut flowerets into bite-size pieces.

3. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add beef with soy sauce mixture; stirfry 3-5 minutes until beef is heated.

4. Remove with slotted spoon to a platter, leaving any remaining liquid in pan; if no liquid you may want to add some water or soy sauce or a combination of both.

5. Add broccoli, carrot and onion. Cover; cook 3 minutes, adding remaining broth as needed.

6. Return beef to pan; stir-fry 1-2 minutes.

7. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

Calories: 116.7
Fat grams: 3.4
Fiber grams: 3.2
W/W Points: 2
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Stir-Fry Beef with Broccoli - 3 Points

Recipe By : Kelly Shields
Serving Size : 6
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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14 ounces flank steak
2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
2 cloves garlic -- finely chopped
6 tablespoons beef broth -- reduced sodium
6 cups broccoli flowerets
1 cup carrots -- cut in 1/4" strips
1 large onion -- cut in eighths
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1. Cut steak into thin strips; combine with soy sauce, garlic and 2 tablespoons broth.

2. Cut flowerets into bite-size pieces.

3. heat lareg nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add beef with soy sauce mixture; stirfry 3-5 minutes until beef is almost done.

4. Remove with slotted spoon to a platter, leaving any remaining liquid in pan.

5. Add broccoli, carrot and onion. Cover; cook 3 minutes, adding remaining broth as needed.

6. Return beef to pan; stir-fry 1-2 minutes.

7. Sprinkle with oil and red pepper flakes.

Calories: 162.7
Fat grams: 7.2
Fiber grams: 3.2
W/W Points: 3


Chicken Broccoli Stirfry - 2 Points

Recipe By : Kelly Shields
Serving Size : 8

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup soy sauce, low sodium
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
6 medium green onions
16 ounces boneless & skinless chicken breast -- cut in
strips
8 cups fresh broccoli
8 ounces fresh mushrooms -- sliced

1. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup water, soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, chicken boullion, and garlic powder. Set aside.

2. In large non-stick skillet or wok heat oil. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink.

3. Add vegetables and remaining water to wok. Steam until vegetables are tender.

4. Add soy sauce mixture. Heat until liquid is slightly thickened.

Calories: 156.9
Fat grams: 2.7
Fiber grams: 6.0
W/W Points: 2

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Chicken Cacciatore - 2 1/2 Points

Recipe By : W/W Quick and Easy Menus
Serving Size : 4

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound boneless & skinless chicken breast -- cubed
1 cup mushrooms -- sliced
3/4 cup zucchini -- sliced
1/2 cup green bell pepper -- chopped
1/2 cup onion -- chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 large garlic clove -- minced
16 ounces tomato sauce -- no salt added
1/4 cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon fresh oregano -- chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme -- chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
oregano sprigs -- optional
thyme sprigs -- optional

1. Put chicken in 2-quart casserole; cover with wax paper. Microwave at HIGH 5 to 6 minutes, stirring after 4 minutes. Drain; set aside. Wipe dish dry.

2. Combine mushrooms and next 5 ingredients in dish; toss well. Microwave, uncovered, at HIGH 4 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes.

3. Add tomato sauce and next 5 ingredients; stir well. Microwave at HIGH 8 to 12 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring every 4 minutes.

4. Return chicken to dish; stir well. Microwave at HIGH 6 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly heated, stirring after 3 minutes.

5. Let stand 3 minutes. Garnish with oregano and thyme sprigs, if desired.

Calories: 195.7
Fat grams: 3.0
Fiber grams: 2.8
W/W Points: 3 1/2

Serving Ideas : Makes 4 1-cup servings.

NOTES : Original recipe called for 1 pound skinless chicken thighs boned and cubed. The recipe provided the following nutritional information: 252 Calories/10.7 Fat Grams/1.2 Fiber Grams; W/W Points: 6.

Chicken Creole - 1 Point

Recipe By : Great American Recipes
Serving Size : 7

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 pieces boneless & skinless chicken breast -- cut in
1/2" cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup onion -- finely chopped
1 cup celery -- sliced
1 cup green pepper -- finely chopped
2 cloves garlic -- minced
28 1/2 ounces tomatoes, canned -- crushed
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 tablespoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
cooking spray

1. Toss chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper.

2. In a large non-stick skillet sprayed with cooking spray heat to medium-high. Add chicken and cook about 5 minutes or until opaque on all sides and slightly golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.

3. Spray same skillet with cooking spray again. Add onion, celery, green pepper and garlic. Saute until tender.

4. Stir in tomatoes, water, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cayenne pepper and bay leaves.

5. Bring to a boil.

6. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 10-15 minutes.

7. Return chicken to skillet.

8. Blend together 1 tablespoon water and cornstarch. Stir into chicken mixture.

9. Uncover and simmer 10-15 minutes until chicken is done and sauce is thickened.

Calories: 92.5
Fat grams: 1.1
Fiber grams: 2.9
W/W Points: 1

Serving Ideas : Serve over rice. Makes 7 1-cup servings.

Chicken Lo Mein - 3 Points

Recipe By : Unknown
Serving Size : 5

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 cup green onions -- thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
8 ounces boneless & skinless chicken breast -- cut in
thin strips
1 1/2 cups mushrooms -- thinly sliced
2 cups bean sprouts
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1 can bamboo shoots, Geisha -- drained
1 can waterchestnuts, China Boy -- drained and sliced
1 can baby sweet corn, Sun Luck -- drained
2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
5 ounces vermicelli, Creamette

1. In large non-stick skillet sprayed with cooking spray; add green onions and ginger root. Saute 1 minute.

2. Add chicken and saute for 2 minutes; add mushrooms, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots and waterchestnuts and cook until vegetables are tender, about 3-5 minutes.

3. Stir in oyster sauce and soy sauce.

4. Add vermicelli and stir to combine. Cook until heated through, about 1 minute.

Calories: 216.2
Fat grams: 1.3
Fiber grams: 5.8
W/W Points: 3

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Old 03-07-2005, 04:18 PM   #3  
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I don't have a recipe for it but I sometimes cook some pasta and toss cut up broccoli into the same pot when cooking. Then I drain the pot, toss in a can of tuna (packed in water and drained) and 1 can Campbells 1/2 fat Cream of mushroom soup. Stir the whole thing up and mix with a bit of low fat milk until you get your desired consistency- not too soupy, just enough to coat everything. Then heat through.

Top with a bit of salt and fresh ground pepper, or parmesan cheese. It's basically a tuna casserole done on the stove


Chili, sloppy joes, and stews are good choices too, and can be done on the stove top or in a crock pot.

Check out the recipe boards on this forum - there are lot's of great ideas posted there.
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Old 03-08-2005, 11:17 AM   #4  
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Thanks! I tried the broccoli beef stir fry........so yummy!
My hubby loved it too and he is not on WW!
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Old 03-12-2005, 02:34 PM   #5  
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Do you have a slow cooker?
I make roast with just a can of beef broth, meat and lots of whatever veggies, potatoes, carrots, onion, etc.

same with chicken, use chicken broth instead of gravies or cream sauces.
I used a vegetable broth with porketta.

you can also make chili in it.
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Old 03-15-2005, 07:27 PM   #6  
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those reciepe sound good kelly glen
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Old 03-17-2005, 02:11 PM   #7  
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wow there are some yummy sounding recipes there!! great...i tend to get bored with the same things!!
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Old 03-20-2005, 09:23 PM   #8  
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One of my favourite recipies is Beef stroganof.

8oz of ground beef
1 can ff cream of mushroom soup
1 pkg of sliced mushrooms
no yolk egg noodles

Cook noodles as per directions.Drain.
Spray a frying pan with pam and fry the mushrooms. Add ground beef and cook. Drain grease. Add can of mushroom soup. (also you can add 1/3C ff sour cream if you need more of a saucey feel to it)

Spoon mixture over noodles.
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