Thanksgiving Recipes

I had a great appetizer idea this year - I assigned appetizers to my 23-yr-old daughter. She'll probably buy a cheese ball and some crackers, but I don't have to worry about it.

Good luck getting some actual recipes, and have a great Thanksgiving.

Sue

I have been at a party where someone took the big fat pretzel sticks and wrap em with sliced ham with cream cheese on it. It was a big hit. Well just a idea. Good luck and have a happy thanksgiving.

The average Thanksgiving meal has 3000 calories. Why fan the fire? How about something healthy to fill up on so you don't eat so much of the other stuff. Green Bean Casserole? YUCK! Stuffing? Yuck! Those crummy roles that come in a bag? Yuck! And who came up with the lame idea of putting marshmellows in the sweet potoatoe? All this stuff is not good for anyone, much less someone who has had cancer. I know I am a spoil sport. So here is an idea that is easy and good for you: Chop all kinds of fresh veggies, one at a time in a blender or by hand. Suggestions, carrots, green onions, garlic, cukes, mushrooms, etc.  Also chop some olives of different kinds. Open up some pate if you must. Put out some salsa, or bruschetta, or some corn relish. Even some cranberries would be great. There is no limit to the imagination. Now lay out a plate of clean romaine leaves, spinach leaves or other lettuce, in small pieces. Let people make there own concoctions and roll them and eat! Yummy,and so good for you. Eat this first and you won't have to make all the other stuff. You can cut the calories in half! Now you can have a piece of pie and not have to be rolled away from the table.LOL

Turkey and White Bean Chili - SOUTH BEACH DIET RECIPE (not mine!!)

Tired of turkey sandwiches? Here's a fresh way to put those Thanksgiving leftovers to good - make that delicious- use.

Turkey and White Bean Chili (Phase 1)

Description
This yummy chili can be made many different ways, so you're free to experiment. Try using chicken instead of turkey, or replace the white beans with navy, black, or pinto beans. Top it with a tablespoon or two of shredded low-fat cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, sliced scallions, or chopped cilantro. For a smoky taste, you can use chipotle chili powder instead of the regular kind.

2 (1 1/4-cup) servings

Prep time: 10 minutes
Start to finish: 30 minutes

Ingredients
1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 pound turkey breast meat, cut into 1/2" pieces
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 (14 1/2-ounce) can Mexican diced tomatoes
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

Add turkey, chili powder, and cumin; cook, stirring often, until turkey is no longer pink inside, about 5 minutes.

Add beans, tomatoes with juice, and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until flavors blend, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Recipe from The South Beach Diet Quick & Easy Cookbook. For information on the book, click here.

Nutritional information
260 calories
5 g total fat (0.5 g sat)
21 g carbohydrate
34 g protein
6 g fiber
500 mg sodium