Crockpot Apple Pie Oatmeal


Crockpot Apple Pie Oatmeal

Quick easy breakfast that is ready when you wake up!

This can easily serve 6, but we did 4 servings (growing boys 🙂 ) I weighed out the entire recipe and divided by 4 to get the serving amount. Points based on 4 servings.

Blue – 6 points

Purple – 1 point

Green – 6 points

  • 2 large apples, sliced
  • 1/4 cup zero calorie brown sugar substitute, such as Sukrin Gold or Swerve
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • pinch salt
  • 2 cups oatmeal (I prefer Old Fashioned, but quick cook will do)
  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 cups water
  1. In a slow cooker, place apples in the bottom, then sprinkle on the brown sugar, then cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Pour in 2 cups oatmeal, then 2 cups milk over the oats, then 2 cups water. DO NOT STIR!!!

  2. Cook overnight for 8 hours on low (my quick oats were done in 7 hours).

  3. Stir and serve – I served with a tsp of walnuts and some vanilla creamer.





Classic Italian Stromboli


Classic Italian Stromboli

Serves 4 – cut into 8 slices, 1 serving is 2 slices.

All plans – 10 points per serving.

Dough

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp yeast
  • 1/4 cup non fat greek yogurt
  • 1/4-1/2 cup water

Filling

  • 1 Tbsp light butter, melted
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 cup part skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 12 slices lean deli ham, sliced thin
  • 10 slices hard salami
  • 1 jar roasted red peppers in water, very well drained and patted dry
  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
  • marinara sauce for dipping

Dough

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt and baking powder. Stir
  2. Add greek yogurt and stir.
  3. Add water, starting with a few tablespoons and stir – add more water until the dough comes together in a ball. Knead for about a minute.
  4. Let dough rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.

Assembly

  1. After dough rises, roll the pizza dough on a piece of parchment paper into a 12×14 inch rectangle. Brush the dough with the melted butter and sprinkle garlic on top.

  2. Sprinkle on 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, leave a 1 to 2 inch border around 1 long edge and 2 short edges of the dough.

  3. Top with 12 slices of ham

  4. Place roasted peppers on top of ham.

  5. Layer salami on top of the peppers.

  6. Add another 1/2 cup of mozzarella.

  7. In a small bowl, beat the egg with the water. Use a brush to coat the 3 exposed edges of your dough with egg wash.

  8. Carefully roll up the long edge of your Stromboli, starting with the one edge that does not have the egg wash. Roll tightly so it stays together.

  9. Seal the seam with wet fingers, then roll the stromboli so the seam is down. Seal the ends with wet fingers and tuck the extra dough on the ends under the stromboli.

  10. Pick up the parchment paper and transfer paper and stromboli to a baking sheet. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese. Use a sharp knife to make a few shallow diagonal cuts into the top of the stromboli.

  11. Bake at 375 for 25-30 minutes until the top is brown. Remove from oven and let sit for a few minutes. Slice into 8 pieces. 1 serving is 2 pieces.





Kim’s IP Meatloaf


Kim’s IP Meatloaf

Recipe came from Kim at agirlandherphone.net I changed very little

Serves 6

All Plans – 7 points per serving

  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tbsp minced onion
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp dry mustard
  • 1 1/2 tsp onion salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (points based on 93% lean)
  • 1/2 small onion, grated
  • 4 oz Cabot 75% Reduced Fat Cheese, shredded
  • 3 oz crushed saltine crackers (original recipe calls for Ritz, I don't have them)
  • 2 lb potatoes, quartered **NOT COUNTED IN POINTS, COUNT SEPARATELY**
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup no sugar BBQ sauce, ketchup or whatever sauce you like
  1. In a small bowl, beat egg. Add spices and mix well.

  2. In a large bowl, place ground beef. Add egg mixture and mix.

  3. To meat mixture, add onion, cheese and cracker crumbs. Mix until well combined (I use my hands)

  4. Place meat mixture on a piece of foil, large enough to wrap around meat.

  5. Shape meat into a loaf. Poke a few holes down the center using your finger.

  6. Gather foil around meatloaf.

  7. Place potatoes in the bottom of the Instant Pot. Pour in 2 cups chicken broth

  8. Put trivet on top of potatoes. Place meatloaf on the trivet.

  9. Cook for 30 minutes on high pressure. Let natural release for 10 minutes.

  10. Place meatloaf on a baking pan, open foil. Top with your choice of topping (BBQ sauce, ketchup, a combo of ketchup, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce – whatever you like) and place under broiler for a few minutes until caramelized.





Chicken Scampi


Chicken Scampi

Serves 4 (generous servings, you could stretch to 6)

Blue – 8 points (4 servings)

Purple – 8 points (4 servings)

Green – 11 points (4 servings)

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts,cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup light butter
  • 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 4 oz white wine, divided
  • 4 tsp all purpose flour
  • 1/8 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 2 oz parmesan, shredded
  • 3 Tbsp dried plain breadcrumbs
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish
  1. Simmer chicken in butter and red pepper until lightly browned. Remove chicken with a slotted spoon and place in baking dish (12×8).

  2. To butter remaining in pan, add 1/4 cup wine and flour. Mix well.

  3. Add rest of wine, olive oil, garlic, chicken broth, and oregano. Simmer 10 minutes. Pour over chicken.

  4. Sprinkle with cheese, bread crumbs and parsley.

  5. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes, uncovered. Serve over rice.





Creamy Salsa Chicken


Creamy Salsa Chicken

Serves 4

Blue – 2

Purple – 2

Green – 5

  • 1 pound chicken breast tenders
  • 1 Tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup light sour cream
  • 1/4 cup non fat Greek yogurt
  1. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add oil and swirl to coat.

  2. Season chicken with taco seasoning. Add chicken to pan and brown on both sides for 3 to 4 minutes.

  3. Mix in corn kernels and salsa. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

  4. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and yogurt.





Berries and Cream French Toast


Berries and Cream French Toast

Serves 8. Final Points will be determined by your specific ingredients. I use my homemade bread, so that is what I based the points on. Please put all your specific ingredients into the recipe builder.

Blue – 7

Purple – 7

Green – 9

  • 1 loaf french bread, sliced into 8 slices
  • 3 oz whipped cream cheese
  • 3 Tbsp Sugar free preserves – any flavor you like
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup 1% milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • optional: powdered sugar or syrup
  1. Cut a pocket into each slice of bread by cutting from the top crust side, almost to the bottom crust. Be careful not to slice completely through bread.

  2. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, preserves and brown sugar.

  3. Spoon about one tablespoon of mixture into each pocket.

  4. In another small bowl, beat eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon until well combined.

  5. Dip stuffed bread slices in egg mixture, letting excess drip off.

  6. Spray griddle or skillet with non stick spray.

  7. Cook bread slices over medium heat until golden brown, turning once, about 2 minutes per side.

  8. Lightly garnish each slice with powdered sugar or maple syrup.





Taco Bubble Up


Taco Bubble Up

Serves 6

6 Points on all plans

  • 1 7.5 oz can buttermilk biscuits (the small cheap ones)
  • 1 lb extra lean 96% ground beef
  • 1 package taco seasoning
  • 1 1/3 cups salsa
  • 4 ounces 75% reduced fat Cabot cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 8 Tbsp queso cheese ((The one I use is 6 points for 8 Tbsp))
  • shredded lettuce
  • chopped tomatoes
  • sour cream of choice (point accordingly-not added in to total points)
  • taco sauce
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Spray a 13X9 casserole with non stick spray. Cut biscuits into 8 pieces each. Scatter evenly in bottom of casserole dish.
  3. In a skillet, cook ground beef until done. Drain and rinse. Add taco seasoning and 3/4 cup water. Cook until thick.
  4. Add salsa and mix until well combined.
  5. Spread meat mixture over biscuits. Top with grated cheese.
  6. Cover loosely with foil. Bake for 30 minutes, uncover and bake for an additional 10. Let sit 5 minutes. Cut and serve with queso, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream and taco sauce.





Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix


Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix

0 points as a dry mix. Makes 1/4 cup

Points vary depending on what you do with it!

  • 1 1/2 Tbsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 Tbsp salt
  • 1/2 Tbsp dried chives
  • 1/4 Tbsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 Tbsp dried tarragon
  • 1/2 Tbsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 Tbsp lemon pepper
  1. Combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container.

Ranch Dressing (Makes 1 cup)

  1. In a large bowl, mix together 1/4 cup light mayo, 1/4 cup non fat Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup of buttermilk and 1 Tbsp Ranch Mix. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

    Points on all 3 plans: 1 Tbsp 0 points; 2 Tbsp 1 point

Ranch Dip (Makes 2 cups)

  1. Combine 2 Tbsp mix, 1/2 cup light mayo, 1/2 cup non fat greek yogurt and 1 cup fat free sour cream. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

    Points on all 3 plans: 2 Tbsp 1 points; 4 Tbsp 2 points





Creamy Beef and Pasta


Creamy Beef and Pasta

Serves 6

Blue – 7

Purple – 5 (If you use whole wheat pasta)

Green – 7

  • 8 oz pasta (I use Ronzoni 150, it is 4 points per 2 oz) (if you use a different pasta, recalcuate the points, if you are on purple, use whole wheat)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pound 96% lean ground beef
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp mustard powder
  • 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 3/4 cup fat free half and half
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 oz Cabot 75% reduced fat cheese (if you are using a different cheese, recalculate the points)
  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain well

  2. Spray a large skillet with non stick spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until beef is brown crumbling the ground beef as it cooks. Drain any fat and remove beef to dish and set aside.

  3. In the same skillet, add in olive oil and let heat – add in onion and cook, stirring frequently until translucent, about 3 minutes.

  4. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, and mustard powder, cook about 1 minute

  5. Whisk in flour and stir and cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute.

  6. Gradually whisk in beef stock and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until reduced and slightly thickened, about 6-8 minutes.

  7. Stir in pasta, beef and half and half and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.





Breakfast Bundles


Breakfast Bundles

Serves 4

Blue – 5

Purple – 5

Green – 8

Dough

  • 1 cup self rising flour **see note below to make your own self rising flour**
  • 3/4 cup non fat Greek yogurt

Filling

  • 5 eggs, divided
  • 8 Tbsp reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 links turkey sausage OR other meat of choice-just adjust points!
  • salt and pepper to taste

Dough

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour and yogurt together until a dough form.s

  2. Knead for about 30 seconds.

  3. Divide dough into 4 equal portions.

  4. Roll each portion out into a 5-6 inch circle onto a piece of wax or parchment paper that has been sprayed with non stick spray. Set aside and make filling

Filling

  1. Preheat oven to 400

  2. Cook sausage or other meat according to package directions. Set aside

  3. In a bowl, beat 4 of the eggs. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Cook eggs, until soft set. They will continue cooking in the oven.

Assembly

  1. On each piece of dough, place 2 Tbsp shredded cheese, 1 link of turkey sausage that has been sliced or chopped (however you like it) and 1/4 of the eggs

  2. Carefully pull up two sides of the dough circle over the filling and pinch them together over the filling ingredients. Then repeat with the opposite two sides. Then make sure all dough is "bundled" over the ingredients, make sure all the filling ingredients are covered. Turn the bundle over and place it, seam side down on a baking dish that has been sprayed with non stick spray.

  3. Repeat for the remaining 3 bundles.

  4. Beat remaining egg in a small bowl. Brush bundles with beaten egg.

  5. Place dish in oven and bake for about 14-18 minutes. Checking often and removing when they are golden brown.

  6. Let sit for 5-7 minutes before serving.

  7. To freeze let cool completely and package for freezer. To reheat, let thaw and reheat for 5-10 minutes at 350.