Broiled Halibut with Lemon and Herbs

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PointsPlus Value: 4 Prep time:  5 min Cook time:  12 min Serves: 4 A simple, flavorful preparation that works well with almost any fish and any fresh herb. Ingredients 1 pound(s)  uncooked halibut fillet(s) 1/4 tsp  table salt 1/8 tsp  black pepper 2/3 Tbsp  unsalted butter 1 medium  lemon(s), half for juice and half for garnish 2 Tbsp  parsley, or basil, … [Read more...]

Chicken and Cheese Quesadillas

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PointsPlus Value: 9 Prep time:  12 min Cook time:  10 min Serves: 4 A Mexican classic with endless variations: try Monterey Jack cheese and jalapenos, pico de gallo and black beans or shredded jicama and mango salsa. Ingredients 8 oz  cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast(s), chopped or shredded 1 tsp  fresh lime juice, or to taste 1/4 tsp  ground cumin 1/4 tsp  … [Read more...]

Italian Turkey Burgers

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PointsPlus Value: 7 Prep time:  20 min Cook time:  10 min Serves: 4 The addition of fennel seeds makes these burgers reminiscent of Italian sausage. Top them with fresh basil and tomato for a wonderful summer main course. Ingredients 1 spray(s)  cooking spray 1 pound(s)  uncooked 93% lean ground turkey 1/3 cup(s) (chopped) uncooked onion(s), chopped 2 tsp  minced … [Read more...]

Penne with Vodka Sauce

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PointsPlus Value: 9 Prep time:  10 min Cook time:  18 min Serves: 6 Yes, there's actual cream and vodka in our lightened up version of this Italian specialty—just enough for fantastic flavor without all of the calories and fat. Ingredients 1 Tbsp  unsalted butter 2 medium  uncooked shallot(s), minced (about 1/2 cup) 2 clove(s) (medium) garlic clove(s), minced 2 … [Read more...]

Cheesy Chili-Mac

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PointsPlus Value: 7 Prep time:  16 min Cook time:  28 min Serves: 8 A hearty meal in a bowl. It's full of great stuff like lean beef, pinto beans and chili peppers. Turn leftovers into burritos. Ingredients 1 spray(s)  cooking spray 2/3 pound(s)  uncooked lean ground beef 2 medium  uncooked onion(s), chopped 29 oz  canned stewed tomatoes, Mexican-style … [Read more...]

Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Paninis

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PointsPlus Value: 7 Prep time:  10 min Cook time:  4 min Serves: 2 We give these sandwiches extra flavor by rubbing the bread with a cut garlic clove. Swap basil for the arugula if it's too peppery for your taste. Ingredients 1 1/2 tsp  red wine vinegar 1/2 tsp  olive oil 1/4 tsp  dried oregano 1/8 tsptable salt 1/8 tsp  black pepper, freshly ground 4 oz  Italian … [Read more...]

Italian Pepper and Egg Sandwiches

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PointsPlus Value: 5 Prep time:  10 min Cook time:  12 min Serves: 4 This comfort-food sandwich is great for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It’s made with a lot of pantry staples, perfect anytime you need a quick meal. Ingredients 2 tsp  olive oil 1 small  uncooked onion(s), thinly sliced 1 large  green pepper(s), such as a cubanelle, thinly sliced 1 tsp  minced … [Read more...]

Multi-Grain Pancakes with Canadian Bacon and Maple Syrup

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PointsPlus Value: 10 Prep time:  10 min Cook time:  24 min Serves: 6 Now this is a breakfast: whole grain flapjacks with smoky bacon and real maple syrup. Ingredients 1 cup(s)  whole wheat flour 2 tspwhole wheat flour 1/2 cup(s)  uncooked rolled oats 1/2 cup(s)  uncooked cornmeal 2 tsp  baking powder 1/2 tsp  table salt 3 large  egg white(s) 3 Tbsp  … [Read more...]

Oven Fries

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PointsPlus Value: 4 Prep time:  10 min Cook time:  45 min Serves: 4 These easy-to-make fries are very versatile: sprinkle with garlic or chili powder halfway through baking, or sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs before serving. Ingredients 2 large  uncooked potato(es), baking-variety, cut into 16 long wedges each 1 Tbsp  canola oil 1/2 tsp  kosher salt, plus more for … [Read more...]

Mini Chocolate-Chip Cookies

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PointsPlus Value: 1 Prep time:  10 min Cook time:  6 min Serves: 48 Go ahead and grab a few of these bite-size cookies. They might be little, but they pack a big chocolate punch. Ingredients 2 Tbsp  salted butter, softened 2 tsp  canola oil 1/2 cup(s)  packed brown sugar, dark-variety 1 tsp  vanilla extract 1/8 tsp  table salt 1 large  egg white(s) 3/4 cup(s)  … [Read more...]