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Metismom's Making it Work Cookbook
A few of the recipes I found and love and some of my own for you to enjoy!Diabetic friendly, and tasty!
(62 Recipes) Created by METISMOM
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This version only has 225 calories per serving! Submitted by EMMJAE Carbs: 18.9g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 17.9g | Calories: 222.2
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This is a very good hearty filling stew. The men in the family especially love it. You can substitute whatever ground meat you have on hand. This makes alot. If your family is small or your kettle is too small, you can easily cut recipe in half. Submitted by LRUSSELLFAMILY Carbs: 26.3g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 14g | Calories: 204.1
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It was cold and snowy today so I needed soup. This is an old favorite and I decided the calories were worth it. But it's not that bad as long as you limit your serving size! I added millet for fiber Submitted by THECHUBBYCHIC Carbs: 29.9g | Fat: 11.2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 10.2g | Calories: 260
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Traditional, classic Israeli salad, perfect as a side, salad, or as filling for your pita. Submitted by LOULOUB Carbs: 4.4g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 0.8g | Calories: 65.2
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Chicken fajitas with lots of vegetables and a delicious flavor from the addition of spices, garlic, cilantro and lime. Pairs well with tortillas and pico de gallo. Submitted by NIGHTINGALE77 Carbs: 5g | Fat: 2.7g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 63.4
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These are a great summer time picnic staple in our family and I find them to be way to addicting at times. Submitted by MAVIS03 Carbs: 0.3g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 51.4
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Not very healthy..but VERY good! Submitted by MAMASLUV Carbs: 40g | Fat: 8.5g | Fiber: 10.8g | Protein: 16.8g | Calories: 297.6
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a crisp, savory way to serve up an old favorite Submitted by ROADTRIP11 Carbs: 0g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 70
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This is a mouth watering recipe. My family loves it. Need a cake in a hurry? This is it! Submitted by SNOOPIKAT Carbs: 27.8g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 173
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This is a recipe my co-work makes that we've gotten down to low fat. Submitted by JNETTISPAGETTI Carbs: 40g | Fat: 7.1g | Fiber: 5.6g | Protein: 26.4g | Calories: 334.8
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Submitted by JENNIFERCLEMENT Carbs: 58.2g | Fat: 11.5g | Fiber: 7.9g | Protein: 5.2g | Calories: 268.8
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Nice contrast of color and textures and flavors. Great for company. Nice with Steak and Potato Submitted by SALLYANNE11 Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 152.9
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Great grab and go breakfast. I love these on Sunday mornings to eat before church. It is a harder recipe, atleast for me! lol If anyone has any ideas to simplify it or make it healthier, that would be great! Submitted by MOMMYRUST Carbs: 25.5g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 173.2
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This cake turned out excellent, was a great success with everyone of all ages Submitted by ANNAMS2 Carbs: 45.2g | Fat: 10.1g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 275.8
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My family loves fried chicken, so when I saw something similar done on Biggest Loser, I had to try it. It's a great alternative to "fried" chicken. Submitted by JENNMARIE0830 Carbs: 20.4g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 32.5g | Calories: 235.5
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Cookbook creator says: sounds yummy! Submitted by RUTTER12 Carbs: 87.8g | Fat: 13.7g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 489.4
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Carbs: 4.5g | Fat: 13.9g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 31.2g | Calories: 271.9
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Here's a way to get your kids to eat liver.A nice dish served over rice. Submitted by METISMOM Carbs: 11.5g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 20.7g | Calories: 186.6
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My family loved this! It's my own low fat version of the chinese dish. I served it over rice and with frozen egg rolls. Kind of high in sugar....but low in fat. Hope you enjoy! Submitted by ANGIEV227 Carbs: 113.8g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 45.2g | Calories: 655.7
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Makes 20 tablespoons. Submitted by MEAGANLORD Carbs: 14.6g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 0.3g | Calories: 58.9
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Submitted by VVJ3NVV Carbs: 1.5g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 41g | Calories: 259.1
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Only 14 net carbs and 0.2 grams of sugar!! I adapted this recipe from a Hershey's recipe. Make sure to use oat flour and Hershey's Cocoa for best results! Carbs: 17.3g | Fat: 8.7g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 4.6g | Calories: 138.3
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Submitted by VVJ3NVV Carbs: 37g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 252.9
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Good dressing for any salad Submitted by GRACIE706 Carbs: 0.8g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 76.3
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This isn't your Hershey's syrup! Eating a spoonful of this is like indulging in liquid fudge, without it's super-gritty nature. Note the two major differences in this recipe from most other "sweet" ones - no vanilla, and salted butter! Both make this nothing but the best, because after all everything's better with buttah! Makes 26 two-tbsp servings. Submitted by JO_JO_BA Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 104.3
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BIG family hit! Submitted by RAJAHKITTY Carbs: 18.7g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 8.8g | Calories: 166.7
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I really really REALLY wanted a banana split. So, in keeping with trying to be healthy, I tried this out and I liked it! Submitted by DDT1970 Carbs: 52.6g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 12.6g | Calories: 277.6
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If you've never tried whole wheat pasta, this is the dish that will make you switch to it! Carbs: 24.8g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 12.8g | Calories: 178
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Submitted by SHOEBOOTIE82 Carbs: 40.8g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 20.9g | Calories: 301.8
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a Rub for all type of meats from steaks to ribs Submitted by ROSENBERG4HIM Carbs: 11.9g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 0.3g | Calories: 47.1
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This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves Submitted by ALECSANDRA Carbs: 4.3g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.4g | Calories: 166.4
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A heart-healthy one-dish meal that is made with lean top round beef, lots of vegetables, and a spicy, herb mixture. Carbs: 20.6g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 43.7g | Calories: 384.7
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Very healthy way to eat fish! Submitted by CJVEIK Carbs: 0g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 119
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Recipe From Fleischmann's Active Dry Yeast Submitted by BONDGIRL2010 Carbs: 17.6g | Fat: 3.8g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 110.1
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*I added heavy cream to this recipe but the calculator won't let me add it here so the count is off a tad but not much. Submitted by DREAMWEAVER1637 Carbs: 1.9g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 11.5g | Calories: 72.3
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low carb version of potato salad Submitted by IKNEADU2 Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 94.3
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Looking for a taste of Crab Cakes without all the calories? Try these Zucchini cakes. Great as a side dish or a main meal. Submitted by HEART2HAND2 Carbs: 7g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 63
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A stable in my home. No sugar, simple to make and you can choose to add optional items to personalize this yummy granola to your taste. Great with fruit, yogurt and ΒΌ cup of this granola is just wonderful for breakfast. Submitted by HEART2HAND2 Carbs: 18.9g | Fat: 10.1g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 3.7g | Calories: 170.2
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A low fat and reduced sodium Chinese feast! Submitted by CINDEEMCD Carbs: 58.1g | Fat: 8.8g | Fiber: 8g | Protein: 13g | Calories: 353.3
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A store near my daughter's house in California has peanut butter granola in the bulk food section. But I couldn't find it anywhere near my house in Illinois, so I found this recipe online and made my own. Now I'm glad I couldn't find it at the store. It's cheaper and I can control the ingredients that are used. Submitted by SRWOODSY Carbs: 46.3g | Fat: 17.4g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 10.1g | Calories: 360.9
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Tasty and nutritious granola bars, preservative free and easy to alter to your taste! Submitted by MEVI_MUH Carbs: 26.7g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 157
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Adapted from Mark Bittman's Food Matters. Versatile and so simple to make that there's no excuse for having the expensive, sweet and fattening commercial varieties ever again! Submitted by DOODLELOVE Carbs: 18.5g | Fat: 5.8g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 3.4g | Calories: 131.3
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Recipe borrowed from Jenna from Eat Live Run blog which she adapted from Oh She Glows bars.; didn't include the hemp seed. Submitted by MUSICRUNNER Carbs: 22g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 107.6
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Submitted by ANGCOULD Carbs: 18.2g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 116.8
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A kickin' vegetarian pizza! Extra-good, 'cause it's made on a whole wheat crust! Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS Carbs: 19g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 176.5
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Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes. Carbs: 39.4g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 30.5g | Calories: 356.7
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Baked potatoes stuffed with seasoned cottage cheese are a lavish low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-sodium treat. Carbs: 15.4g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 6.6g | Protein: 9.3g | Calories: 109.7
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A spaghetti squash recipe that has a classic Italian twist. Submitted by HAPPYKAT71 Carbs: 12.4g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 4.2g | Calories: 88.6
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This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option. Submitted by BCJL13 Carbs: 39.5g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 7g | Protein: 9.4g | Calories: 239.9
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The versatility of this salsa is limitless! Put it on grilled chicken or steak, add it to eggs, or serve with tortilla chips. Submitted by METALFINGER2U Carbs: 5.9g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 22.5
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This is a great recipe for summer, when you have a surplus of zucchini in the garden. Double or triple the batch and freeze them for quick and healthy breakfasts. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 26g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 127.6
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Extra frozen fruit, very thick smoothie. Submitted by DROADY Carbs: 43.4g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 8.3g | Calories: 248.6
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I couldn't find the Knorr Vegetable Dip for the Spinach dip so tried to make my own version. The Spinach makes the dip very watery I added another packet to see if it would help thicken it. As I am going to use it as a vegetable dip, I have to be able to record it Its VERY high in Sodium makes 16, 2 tablespoon servings Submitted by ITSALWAYSABTME Carbs: 1.4g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 65
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EAsy and Good (from Low Carb Luxury) Submitted by JNORMAN1969 Carbs: 3.1g | Fat: 34.7g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 339.6
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I usually go for the more complicated recipes, assuming that the more ingredients and preparation steps, the better. This recipe has changed the way I look at simplicity when it comes to cooking. Fancy spices be darned--this is the only way I'll cook salmon any more! Submitted by VRAKLIS Carbs: 14.9g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 216.8
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This vegetarian chili can be made on the stove top or in a slow cooker. Submitted by AEGARRISON Carbs: 58.4g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 15.5g | Protein: 14.7g | Calories: 279.8
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This is quick, easy and delicious with my Feta Spinach Turkey Burgers! Submitted by TNHOLLIE Carbs: 1.7g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 19.4
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This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 82.1
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Who says you have to serve fajitas in a flour tortilla? Instead of serving peppers in the fajitas, I serve fajitas in a roasted pepper! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 30.5g | Fat: 9.9g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 31.8g | Calories: 339.1
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More cake than pie, I found this recipe in an old Kansas Cookbook I picked up before moving to the UK. This recipe most resembles a traditional English Eve's pudding. Submitted by NAN_LT Carbs: 29.1g | Fat: 5.8g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 175.1
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