Weight Watchers Corn BLT Lettuce Wraps

Evening blog readers!

Your blog mistress has realized that with being on Weight Watchers you have to know how to get alot of bang for your buck in their point system. Most meals can go up into the 20 points range which is fine until you realize you only get 28 or 35 for the day. So, with that in mind I did some research on none other than Pinterest and stumbled across this gem of a recipe. Lettuce wraps made with corn. Chic sounding right? I was like Oooo this could be good and with most veggie being "free" in Weight Watchers I had found what I was in search of.

Here's what you'll need:

Weight Watchers Corn BLT Lettuce Wraps

Serves: 4

Ingredients: 

*4 slices bacon

*2 ears of corn, cut off the cob

*1/4 cup cilantro

*1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

*1/4 cup sliced green onions

*1 jalapeno, minced

*1 tbsp reduced fat mayo

*juice of 1 lime

*Salt and pepper to taste

*Romaine lettuce leaves

Directions:

1. In a medium skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Discard all of the bacon grease except for 1 tbsp. Set bacon aside.

2. Add the corn and cook for about 3 minutes until just tender. You could also grill the corn or leave it raw.

3.Toss together the remaining ingredients, including stirring in the mayo and lime juice.

4. Season with salt and pepper. Serve in lettuce cups.

 

WW Points: *3 per serving

Come in close....BEST BLOG RECIPE EVER. I know what you're thinking we've done alot of recipes over the past few years but no joke this takes the cake. Light, good for you, and yummy. 

Tid Bits:

*Can't find fresh corn? Just use a can of corn.

Ma's Spot: I love wraps to begin with but this one I could not get enough of. They're light and refreshing but lets face it these are all about the filling in the middle. I have to say this is the best filling in a wrap I have ever had. The filling was so good I'll be using it in an antipasta salad soon. So anyway you want to try this I can guarentee your toes will curl and you'll say at least 5 times man that was good!

SNACK CORNER:* It's time for snack corner! Where we take new snacks in the grocery store and break it down for you. We tell you which are hot and which are not.

 

Let's get to this week's pick: 

 

WW Points: *4 per serving

Dinah: This week we bring you Pita Chips from those fun little elves over at Keebler Townhouse crackers. These chips definitely taste pita-esque but fair warning they are a tad hard to bite into. They almost seem rock solid but the flavor is pretty good. Dunno if I'd actually buy these again sense I'd like to keep my teeth. Hey elves, soften these up a bit will ya?

Ma: I have to say I like these chips. The Mediterranean flavor had a bit too much spice for me but the sea salt I thought was delicious. By themselves they're okay but with hummus these are even better. Would I buy these again? Maybe if I had a coupon or they were on sale. I do urge you to try these. See how you like them.

 

That's all folks, we'll see you here next Tuesday for more food goodness. Have a great week guys!

 

Spoons & Spatula's 

~Dinah & Ma

Cornmeal Waffles with Spicy Chili

Hey guys!

While the world seems to be fascinated by Paula Deen and her food scandal last year ma and I were still watching her show not really giving her personal life any thought. I'll admit her show isn't on the healthy side but it's definitely got heart. So when this gem of a recipe was showcased by Ms. Deen (and later showcased by her son on his healthier show) a little light bulb went off above Ma's head. Why not make this odd recipe that features cornmeal pancakes and chili. Weird right? But wait wait wait, it could be good right...right??

Here's what you'll need:

Cornmeal Waffles with Spicy Chili

Prep: 20 min

Cook: I hr 15 min

Yield: 4 to 5 servings

Ingredients:

*1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

*1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal

*1 tablespoon baking powder

*1 teaspoon sugar

*1 teaspoon salt

*2 cups milk

*3 tablespoons vegetable oil

*2 large eggs

Spicy chili, recipe follows

*Shredded Cheddar, for garnish

*Sour cream, for garnish

*Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.

2. In a large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add milk, oil, and eggs; stirring until smooth. Pour batter onto hot waffle iron and bake in batches. Set aside and keep warm.

3. Serve with Spicy Chili. Garnish with shredded Cheddar, sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro.

Spicy Chili:

*1 pound lean ground chuck

*1 onion, chopped

*1 green bell pepper, chopped

*2 cloves garlic, minced

*2 tablespoons chili powder

*1 tablespoon ground cumin

*1 teaspoon salt

*1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper

*2 (15-ounce) cans ranch-style beans

*1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce

*1 (15-ounce) can niblet corn, drained

*1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles

Directions:

1. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown ground chuck, until beef is crumbly. Stir in onion, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper.

2. Stir in beans, tomato sauce, corn, diced tomatoes, and green chiles. Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally.

Yield: 10 to 12 servings

 

WW points: *13 per serving

This one was fantastic! It's not really light on the points but it's pretty tasty overall.

Tid Bits: None tonight guys

Ma Spot: When I was a little girl my mom made chili and always had cornbread to go with it. I would crumble the cornbread in the chili. When I saw Paula Deen make this on her show I said there is no way I am not going to make this dish. My expectations were high and the recipe didn't let me down. It was absolutely fantastic! I love topping it with cheese and sour cream. If you do not have a waffle maker this is a good reason to go and get one. I borrowed Dinah's waffle maker but I plan on going to get my own soon. I will be making this dish over and over again.

SNACK CORNER:* It's time for snack corner! Where we take new snacks in the grocery store and break it down for you. We tell you which are hot and which are not.

 

Let's get to this week's pick: 

 

WW Points: *3 per serving

 

Dinah: Tonight we bring you the latest from Jolly Green Giant. Roasted Veggie Potato chips are definitely something new from the tall green guy. Normally you'd see him as the face of veggies in your freezer department at your local grocery store but who knew he wanted to branch out and mix things up? These are pretty yum, they've got a nice flavor/crunch, and not bad on the points per serving. I'd buy these again. I'm hoping the tall green guy gets out more. Maybe a green pasta or dabble in fruits? The possibilities are endless. Get to it green fella!

 

Ma: I found as I get older I've lost my taste for doritos. The flavoring seems stronger to me. These taste like Doritos but without the major nacho flavor. I'm ashamed to say the foodie side of me ate 2 bags. So I try to tell myself it's not too bad since they are veggie chips. I can't tell you how much I love them so head out and pick up a bag for yourself.

 

That's it for tonight folks. See you back here next Tuesday. Have a great week guys!

 

Spoons & Spatula's 

~Dinah & Ma

Boxed Macaroni & Cheese Makeover

Evening all!

Back in the day your blog mistress loved cold day old mac and cheese. What? it was delish! sadly I had to give it up in hopes of becoming healthier. So being on Weight Watchers it's hard for yourblog mistress to find a mac and cheese recipe to munch on. Being noodles are high in carbs and cheese being high in fat and sodium. So I decided to look around on Pinterest (where else? Lol). Sadly there was no luck and just as I was about to give up I noticed a recipe with the title "Make mac and cheese healthier". I was like whoa what? How? I was intruiged. So instead of giving it a shot by myself why not make it for the blog and we can all try it. 

Here's what you'll need:

Boxed Macaroni & Cheese Makeover

(makes 3 servings)

1 box Whole Grain Kraft Macaroni & Cheese

1/2 pound fresh tomatoes

1/2 cup 2% milkfat cottage cheese

*Cook pasta following package directions. While water is boiling chop fresh tomatoes. After pasta has finished cooking, put it back into the pot and mix in packaged cheese mix, cottage cheese, and tomatoes. Enjoy!

WW Points: *6 per serving

This was pretty good but there were way too many tomatoes and trust me this is coming from a tomato lover. All in all not too bad.

Tid Bits: 

*Cut down on the amount of tomatoes if you're not a fan of the red fruit.

Ma's Spot:  Yuck! There's not much to say here about this horrible dish. First of all I don't care what you do to mac and cheese it's still mac and cheese. I'm truly not the person to judge mac and cheese since I've always hated it and always will. When my sister jane who loves mac and cheese doesn't like it then you know there's something wrong with it. So I only have my sister's opinion to go on so if she doesn't like it then no macaroni and cheese lover will like it.

SNACK CORNER:* It's time for snack corner! Where we take new snacks in the grocery store and break it down for you. We tell you which are hot and which are not.

Let's get to this week's pick: 

 

WW points: *10 points for a small

Dinah: On tonight's agenda we have the latest blizzard from Dairy Queen the chocolate covered pretzel in peanut butter. Incan't review this one since I have a severe peanut allergy so ma can handle this one on her own tonight.

Ma: anytime somebody asks me do you want to try anything with chocolate covered pretzels my answer is always hell yeah! I wasn't disappointed. It was very good, yes I realize it is a lot of calories but once in a while it won't hurt to have a blizzard and lets face it without a little chocolate covered pretzel or ice cream in your life it's sad.

That's it for tonight folks. See you here next Tuesday. Have a great week guys!

Spoons & Spatula's 

~Dinah & Ma

Greek Pizza

Hey guys!

Ah the tasty creation known as pizza. Is there anything more lovely and just down right delicious? If you'd ask my husband he'd say no but in all fairness there are some people out there (who knows could be fans of this blog) who aren't all into the heavy dough and marinara sauce. I'm switzerland (yes, you caught me. Twilight fan over here) completely up for either but tonight we're going for the lighter version. We've got a classic spin on the old favorite. Interested?

Here's what you'll need:

Greek Pizza
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients:
•4 pita breads (6 inches)
•1 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
•1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
•1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
•3 medium tomatoes, sliced
•3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
•3/4 teaspoon dried basil

Directions:
•Place pita breads on a baking sheet. Combine ricotta cheese and garlic powder; spread over pitas. Top with spinach, tomatoes, feta cheese and basil.
• Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until bread is lightly browned. Yield: 4 servings.

WW Points: *8 per pizza

These were light and delicious! Honestly it's nice to partake in a pizza without worrying that each slice is 10 or 12 points. I'm gonna keep these in mind next time I want to induldge in pizza.




Tid Bits: None tonight guys


Ma's Spot: Tonight's dinner was my pick and I loved it. Some days you don't want a heavy saucy pizza. This version was light and delightful. I am not a fan of feta cheese at all but somehow the combination of all the ingredients worked. The same with the tomatoes. I would not try this combination on any other pizza's but with this recipe is really sets it off nicely. I am not a person who thinks outside of the box so if you're like me for one night step out of the box and enjoy a new light kind of pizza.




SNACK CORNER:* It's time for snack corner! Where we take new snacks in the grocery store and break it down for you. We tell you which are hot and which are not.
Let's get to this week's pick:

WW Points: *8 per 8 ounces




Dinah: So tonight we bring you the latest from Bud Light. Yep, we went there. Hey it was bound to happen lol. The Straw-Ber-Rita Margarita is Bud Light's latest creation. I'm not a beer drinker by any means but I decided to give this one the benefit of the doubt. Sadly I wasn't happy with it. The only good thing was the strawberry flavor other than that it's too bitter and it absolutely has to be served over ice. Otherwise it's almost undrinkable. BLEH. I had such high hopes but sadly it wasn't there this time. No worries, your blog mistresses relationship with wine is just fine.


Ma: I despise and loathe beer. I'm not a beer drinker at all. I'm a rum girl at heart but when I saw this I figured why not lets give it a try. I really enjoyed this. It had a nice strawberry taste. The only draw back is the beer-like after taste. A little tid bit don't drink it straight from the can to get the full flavor please pour this over ice. So if you're a beer drinker and are looking for a new twist give these a try but I'm going back to rum.




That's all folks, we'll see you here next Tuesday with more goodies. Have a great week guys!


Spoons & Spatula's