hmmm i love food!

So, how many times do you think Bill Murray will appear on TV today? Any takers?
if you don't get my lame attempt at humor, it's understandable

Moving on...

Though I am not known for being a cook (at.all) I still like to go through recipes and find stuff that I myself, or my friends, might enjoy.  So, with that being said, here are several recipes I have found so far courtsey of Women's Health recipe finder online.

I hope you enjoy!

For those who enjoy the healthier potato chips...

Spiced Sweet Potato Chips

ingredients

1 sweet potato, peeled, 12 oz.

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/4 tsp sugar

1/4 tsp chili powder

1/4 tsp salt

directions

preheat oven to 375

slice potato into very thin slices

spray 2 baking sheets with cooking spray

arrange the potato slices on the baking sheets in a single layer

coat the slices lightly with cooking spray

bake for 7 minutes, or until barely starting to brown

turn the potato slices over and return to oven

bake until lightly browned, about 7-10 minutes

transfer to a bowl and repeat with remaning potato slices if necessary

meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cumin, sugar, chili poweder, and salt

pour over the chips and toss well before serving

Calories 157.3

Fat .4 grams

Maybe those of you who want a little bit of a harder recipe...

Veracruz Shrimp Tacos

ingredients

3/4 lb medium shrimp, peeled

12 scallions, trimmed, cut in 1" pieces

2 tsp canola oil

1 tsp dried oregano

3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved

1/2 ripe avocado, sliced

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

2 tbsp ground flaxseed

juice of 1 lime

8 corn tortillas (6" diameter)

hot-pepper sauce

directions

toss shrimp, scallions, oil, and organo in bowl

let stand 15 minutes

combine tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, flaxseed, lime juice, and pinch of salt in another bowl

set aside

preheat perforated grill rack set over grill

brush grill rack with oil and wipe off excess

place shrimp and scallions on grill rack

cook 2 minutes, or until shrimp are browned on bottome

flip and cook 2 minutes longer, or until opaque

remove to plate

place tortillas directly on grill

cook about 1 minute on each side or until warm and starting to puff

place 2 tortillas on each of 4 plates

divide shrimp and scallions evenly on tortillas

top with salsa and sprinkle with hot pepper sauce

Calories  299

Fat  9.5 grams

If you guys are like me, trail mix is a must to get me through my days...

Energy Boost Trail Mix

ingredients

2 cups cheerios

1 cup dried pineapple, chopped

1 cup dried blueberries

1 cup dried apricots, sliced

1 bag (1 oz) freeze-dried strawberries

1/3 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts

1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1/4 cup dry-roasted sunflower seeds

directions

super difficult this part

combine ingredients in a bowl

store in an airtight container for up to 1 week

Calories  198.5

Fat  5.3 grams

I am a firm believer in letting a crock-pot cook for me...

Chunky Chicken Stew

ingredients

1 yellow or white onion, coarsely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks

3 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large cubes

1 lb carrots, cut into 1" pieces

3 cans (15 oz each) reduced-sodium vegetable broth

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup ketchup

1 box (10 oz) frozen peas, thawed *ew*

3/4 lb whole green beans

3 tbsp worcestershire sauce

1 tsp hot paprika

1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1/2 tsp red-pepper flakes

directions

place onion, garlic and chicken in 4-quart or larger slow cooker

stir in potatoes, carrots, broth, salt, and ketchup

cover

cook on low 4-6 hours, or until potatoes and carrots are tender

add remaining ingredients

cover

cook 1 more hour

Calories  205.1

Fat  .8 grams

I am a huge fan of anything that says "quick" plus I adore spinach...

Quick Turkey-Spinach Lasagna

ingredients

1 1/4 cup fat-free ricotta cheese

1 egg

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

1 tbsp minced garlic

1 tbsp dried oregano

1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

6 oven-ready lasagna noodles (half of 12 oz box)

3 cup (3 oz) finely chopped or torn baby spinach leaves

1 1/2 cup (8 oz) finely chopped skinless roast turkey

3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese

directions

preheat oven to 375

lightly coat a 12x8 inch baking dish with cooking spray

in a small bowl, beat ricotta, egg, and pepper with a fork until well blended

gently stir in garlic and oregano

spread 1/4 cup tomatoes over bottom of baking dish and place 3 noodles, overlapping slightly, over sauce

spread on half the ricotta mixture, half the spinach, half the turkey, half the remaining tomatoes and half the provolone

top with remaining noodles, ricotta mixture, spinach, turkey, tomatoes and provolone

coat one side of 14" long piece of aluminum foil with cooking spray

lay the foil, sprayed side down, over lasagna and loosely seal the edges

bake for about 45 minutes or until bubbling

let sit for 5 minutes

Calories  282.5

Fat  6.5 grams

Fish is always such a great thing to serve for lunch or dinner and Fish Taco's are a huge favorite of mine...

Spicy Fish Tacos with Slaw

ingredients

1 lb halibut or mahi-mahi

juice of 2 limes

1/3 cup nonfat plain yogurt

3 cups shredded red cabbage

8, 6" soft corn tortillas

2 tbsp groub cumin

2 tsp chili powder

1 tsp garlic powder

directions

cut fish into bite-sized chunks

in a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder

add fish and marinate for at least 10 minutes

meanwhile, in another medium bowl, mix together yogurt and salt to taste

toss with cabbage

coat a large skillet with cooking spray and heat on medium high

ass fish and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning frequently

as fish cooks, wrap tortllas in damp paper towels and microwave for 30 seconds

divide fish evenly among tortillas

top with cabbage mixture

serve with lime wedges if desired

Calories  286

Fat  4.7 grams

And tell me, what is life without a little bit of dessert?...

Dark Chocolate Crackle Cookies

ingredients

1/4 Cup + 2 Tbsp omega-3-enriched tub margarine

(such as Smart Balance)

1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa

2 tsp almond extract

3/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp unsweetened applesauce

2 Tbsp honey

1 1/4 cups white whole wheat flour

4 tsp granulated sugar

directions

Place margarine in microwaveable mixing bowl

cook 1 minute on high power, or until meltes

add cocoa and almond extract

stir until smooth

add brown sugar, applesauce, and honey

stir until smooth

add flour and pinch of salt

stir until no white is visible

cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours or overnight, until dough is stiff

when dough is ready,

preheat oven to 350

coat several baking sheets with cooking spray

place granulated sugar in small dish

scoop out scant tablespoonful of the dough

roll between palms into ball, flattening slightly

dip one side into sugar and place, sugar side up, on baking sheet

continue until all cookies are shaped

bake 7-8 minutes, or until surface is set but still soft to the touch

do not overbake

allow cookies to cool on pan

store in tightly covered tin

Calories  67.7

Fat  2.4 grams

enjoy!!