Game Day Recipes
Get Fired Up! Pigskin Potatoes
Ingredients
8 (8oz) medium Potatoes
Cooking spray
2 cups Coarsely chopped roasted chicken
2 cups (8oz) freshly shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar or Pepper Jack cheese, divided
1-2 Canned chipotle peppers, minced plus 1 tbl. liquid from can
1 tbl. Taco seasoning
1/2 cup Reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup Chopped chives
Preparation
Prick Potatoes with at fork. Bake for 1 hr. at 425 degrees. Let cool slightly.
Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp for other desired use, leaving a 1/2 inch shell. Place potato shells on a baking sheet; spray inside of shells with cooking spray. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes or until crisp. Combine chicken, 1 cup cheese, chipotle pepper and liquid, taco seasoning and sour cream; divide evenly among potato shells. Bake at 425 degrees for 5 minutes. Top with remaining cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese melts. Sprinkle with chives. Yield: 8 main dish servings.
Cook's Notes
For Fans desiring a less spicy skin, use one chipotle pepper and substitute water for the liquid from the can
Nutrient Information
Calories: 362
Total Fat: 13 g
Saturated Fat: 7.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.7 g
Carbohydrates: 39 g
Protein: 23 g
Sodium: 285 mg
Fiber: 4 g
Low fat Game Day Chili
Ingredients
This low fat Game Day chili is perfect for feeding a crowd on Super Bowl Sunday or any other time. Serve with cornbread and a selection of toppings for people to choose from, such as fat-free sour cream, shredded reduced-fat cheese, chopped peppers, fresh cilantro, chopped scallions and baked chips.
2 tsp Canola oil
2 Garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup Chopped onion
1 stick Celery, chopped
1 Red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound Extra-lean ground beef
1 28-ounce Can diced tomatoes (with jalapenos, if available)
2 tbsp Tomato paste
1 15-ounce Can dark red kidney beans, drained
1 15-ounce Can pinto beans, drained
2-3 tbsp Chili powder, or to taste
1 tbsp Ground cumin
Preparation
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven. Add garlic, onion, celery and pepper, and sauté gently for 2-3 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until meat is browned, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, beans, chili powder and cumin. Stir well. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serves 8-10.
Nutrient Information
Calories: 244
Total Fat: 46
Saturated Fat: 1.7g
Carbohydrates: 29.4g
Sodium: 536mg
Fiber: 9.5g
Hearty Oven Fries
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs Unpeeled baking potatoes (about 3 extra large)
1 Egg white, lightly beaten, or 2 tablespoons fat-free egg substitute
Nonstick cooking spray
Coating
2 teaspoons Ground paprika
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Preparation
Combine the coating ingredients in a small dish and stir to mix well. Set aside.Scrub the potatoes, dry well and cut into 1/2-inch thick strips. Place the potatoes in a large bowl. Pour the egg white or egg substitute over the potatoes and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle the coating over the potatoes and toss again to coat.
Coat a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the sheet, making sure that the potato strips are not touching one another. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray, and bake at 400 for 25 to 30 minutes or until nicely browned and tender. Serve hot.
Nutrient Information
Calories: 30
Total Fat: .3 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Protein: 2.6 g
Sodium: 112 mg
Fiber: 2.7 g
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