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Quesadilla Turkey Burger

Happy almost Cinco de Mayo!  Looking for a quick n easy way to celebrate?  Well here’s something that fits the bill…

I love the quesadilla burger at Applebees and it is one of my favorites when we go there for dinner.  However, I’m happy to say you can replicate the taste at home at a fraction of the calories and still have room for your own home baked french fries!

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Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 whole wheat quesadilla
  • 1 slice alpine lace swiss cheese
  • 1 Jennie-O turkey burger
  • Salt and pepper
  • Few spoonfuls of salsa

Here’s what to do:

  • Grill burger into well done.  Meanwhile, place tortilla in fry pan on low-heat.  Add one slice of swiss cheese (or cheese of your choice).  Cut prepared turkey burger in half and layer on one half of the tortilla.  Top with 2 spoonfuls of salsa as desired (probably around ~2 Tbsp).  Sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Fold tortilla over and press until cheese appears to be melted.

 

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This clocks in at 370 calories & it definitely hit the spot!  Next time, I’ll probably add some veggies like sauteed spinach or onions & peppers.  Give it a whirl, I promise you’ll enjoy it!

Berry Surprise Corn Muffins

I’ve been trying to be better about making sure I have a decent breakfast before I head out the door, but I’m also trying to make sure that I am eating snacks in between meals to keep me properly fueled.  These moist muffins with a touch of sweetness hidden in the middle will give you the boost that you need mid-morning to power through your day.  Enjoy!

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Here’s what you will need:

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3 T sugar
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup plain Chobani (0%)
  • 1 cup 1% milk
  • 1 egg
  • fruit preserves of your choice (1 tsp per muffin)

Here’s how to make them:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.  Combine dry ingredients well.  In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients.  Mix dry ingredients in with the wet into fully incorporated.  Pour batter about 1/2 way full into each well greased muffin cups with liners.  Top each muffin with 1 tsp of fruit preserves.  I made half with blueberry and half with strawberry.  Pour the remaining around of batter on top of the preserves so it is “hiding” as best as you can.  I had a few that I couldn’t fully cover… not a big deal!  Bake for 18 minutes at 425 degrees or until golden brown.

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I calculated the calories for these and they came out to 123 calories a pop… perfect for a mid-am or mid-afternoon treat.  Hope you enjoy!

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