Creole Tuna

I am always looking for something to do with tuna. It's cheap, it's low points. But it's hard to find things that aren't just tuna noodle casserole or tuna salad. So here's one that is good. Served over pasta or rice.

Creole Tuna

Serving Size : 4
Points per Serving: 2 points

2 1/4 Ounces green pepper (about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup 1% low-fat milk
14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes -- 1 can
7 3/4 ounces light tuna in water -- 2 cans, drained
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

In a large saucepan, saute green pepper in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, sugar, salt and pepper until blended.

Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add tuna and Creole seasoning; heat through.

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 123 Calories; 3g Fat (21.4% calories from fat); 13g Protein; 13g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 25mg Cholesterol; 522mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 5 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Cajun Stir Fry

Very good, a little spicy, and it had some sausage in it, which I can't get enough of! Serve it over spaghetti, rice or other noodles, all of it is good.

Cajun Stir Fry



Serving Size : 6
Points per Serving: 3

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 pound turkey kielbasa
9 1/4 ounces onion
8 1/4 ounces tomatoes
8 ounces bell pepper -- multiple colors, cut into chunks
3 large garlic clove
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons dried basil
4 teaspoons dried oregano
4 teaspoons dried parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

In a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry the chicken, kielbasa, onion and garlic in oil until onion is tender. Add the peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, herbs, Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until chicken juices run clear and vegetables are crisp-tender.

Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve over spaghetti.

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 171 Calories; 5g Fat (28.3% calories from fat); 21g Protein; 10g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 70mg Cholesterol; 613mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Broccoli Pasta Bake

I was totally skeptical of this recipe when I first tried it, but even my non-broccoli loving roommate likes it!

Broccoli Pasta Bake

Serving Size : 5
Points per serving: 4

6 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
16 ounces frozen broccoli -- thawed and drained
1 1/4 cups Condensed cream of mushroom Soup Healthy Req -- one 10.75oz can
1/8 cup 1% low-fat milk
5 3/4 ounces onion -- finely chopped (one half large onion)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup kraft 2% Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Boil spaghetti according to package directions for 7 minutes. Add broccoli; return to a boil. Cook 2 minutes longer or until spaghetti is tender; drain.

In a large bowl, combine soup and milk. Stir in the onion, salt, pepper Add spaghetti and broccoli; mix well.

Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray (dish will be full). Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with sunflower kernels and remaining cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 212 Calories; 4g Fat (14.7% calories from fat); 11g Protein; 37g Carbohydrate; 7g Dietary Fiber; 6mg Cholesterol; 723mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 0 Fat.