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Diabetes Quick Fix: Mexican Pork and Bean Chili
This pork and bean chili can be made in 20 minutes. The great thing I find about chili is that some like it hot, some like it mild, but almost everyone likes it. The degree of heat is up to you. Add more chili powder or fresh chili peppers to suit your taste. Serve the chili with bowls of sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro as garnishes along with rice. Helpful Hints: — Diced or chopped onion and green bell pepper found in the produce section of the market can be used instead of the frozen versions. Countdown: — Prepare ingredients. — Make the dish. Shopping List: To buy :3/4 pound pork tend...
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Diabetes Quick Fix: Black Bean Soup with Shrimp
Hearty black bean soup becomes a welcoming meal with the addition of shrimp. Best of all, it takes only 20 minutes start to finish. This is the type of meal you can make without a trip to the supermarket. Keep canned beans (any type can be used), frozen shrimp, canned tomatoes and chicken broth on hand. Helpful Hints: — Any type of canned tomatoes can be used. — Diced fresh onions can be found in the produce section of the supermarket. — Hot pepper sauce is added at the end. The heat is up to you. — A quick way to chop cilantro is to snipe the leaves with a scissors. Countdown: — Saute shrimp....
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Diabetes Quick Fix: Garlic Steak and Rice
Garlic, wine and steak – a great combination. A crust of rosemary and garlic coat the steak and then flavors the rice and vegetables. Helpful Hints: – Vermouth rosso is sweet red vermouth. – If the tenderloin steak is thick, cut it in half horizontally to form 1/2-inch steaks. – Some of the rosemary and garlic crust will remain in the skillet after the steak is sauteed. Mix this into the rice and vegetables. Countdown: – Prepare all ingredients. – Saute the steak and remove. – Cook remaining ingredients. Shopping List: To buy: 1/2 pound beef tenderloin steaks (1/2-inch thick), 1 bottle crushed...
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Diabetes Quick Fix: Turkey Normandy with Sweet Potatoes
Here is a quick and easy turkey dinner perfect for this time of year.Normandy is known for its apples, cheese and cream products — a great combination for this pan sautéed turkey tenderloin.Leeks need to be cleaned of the sand that might hide between the leaves. The best way to do this is to cut the leeks in half lengthwise and let water run down between the leaves.Canned sweet potatoes finish the meal. Be sure to rinse and drain them well.Helpful Hints:— Boneless, skinless chicken can be used instead of turkey tenderloin.— Fresh sliced apples can be found in the produce department of the supe...
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Diabetes Quick Fix: Cajun Bronzed Mahi-Mahi with Rice and Spinach Pilaf
This bronzed mahi-mahi is an alternative to blacked fish. It can cook indoors without smoke and this method of cooking keeps the fish moist. The secret is to keep the skillet at the right temperature. The fish should take 7 to 8 minutes to cook. If it takes much longer, the skillet is not hot enough.Using the Cajun spice mixture given in the recipe cuts down on the amount of salt found in prepared Cajun spice seasoning mix.A pilaf is a rice dish that originated in the Middle East. The rice is first sautéed in a skillet, and then the liquid is added.Helpful Hints:— Any type of firm fish such as...
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Suspect in Whitmer kidnap plot seeks release from jail because of COVID-19 fears
DETROIT — After three weeks in jail, one of the suspects charged with plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is asking the judge to reconsider her decision to keep him locked up: He’s worried about getting COVID-19.Kaleb Franks of Waterford, a recovering heroin addict who says he has turned his life around after doing time for cocaine and home invasion, has diabetes and high cholesterol, takes insulin daily and fears contracting COVID-19 in jail, his lawyer argued in court documents filed this week.The filing shed more light on the life of the 26-year-old defendant known as “Red Hot...
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Diabetes Quick Fix: Southwestern Beef and Rice
Taco-flavored meat topped with crisp tortilla chips has the earthy flavors of Southwestern cuisine. This dinner takes about 10 minutes to make.Helpful Hints:— Look for low or reduced-sodium taco seasoning in the ethnic section of the supermarket.Countdown:— Prepare ingredients.— Microwave rice.— Complete recipe.Shopping List:1 package microwave brown rice, 1/2 pound lean ground beef (95% fat free)*, 1 packet low-sodium taco seasoning, 1 package frozen corn kernels, 1 can low-sodium diced tomatoes**, 1 package tortilla chips, 2 jalapeno peppers and 1 bunch cilantro.Staples: canola oil and salt....
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