Manda's

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Recipes

Easy Creamy Chops, Asparagus, and Mushrooms

(1 reviews) Posted by Manda  

I threw this together one night with ingredients I had on hand, and I have made it about 5 times since! It is a great combination of flavors, and so, so easy! I serve this with steamed rice. MORE»

Recipe #124961

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Low-Fat Chicken and Veggie Saute

(4 reviews) Posted by Manda  

I came up with this last night, using some ingredients I had on hand, and it was WONDERFUL!! I ate half for dinner last night over brown rice, and took the rest for lunch and ate just by itself. Very filling and healthy! MORE»

Recipe #104865

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Chicken and Sugar Snap Stir-fry

(3 reviews) Posted by Manda  

I threw this together one night with the ingredients I had on hand, and was delightfully surprised with the results. I think this is one of my favorite stir-fries yet! You can certainly alter the veggies..I think broccoli would be great in this... MORE»

Recipe #103484

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Tofu Stir-fry With Bok Choy

Posted by Manda  

I created this recipe in my attempt to give tofu another chance. I basically took what I had on hand and added my favorite stir-fry veggies and seasonings...and VOILA!!! Tofu comes to life in this colorful stir-fry. Great served with sticky rice. MORE»

Recipe #95885

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Chesapeake Crab Quiche

(1 reviews) Posted by Manda  

A co-worker made a fabulous crab quiche for brunch at work last week, and she is one of those stingy recipe people, so I couldn't get the recipe Well, I was determined to replicate the dish, and I came up with this one...which I think is even... MORE»

Recipe #90108

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Manda's Black Bean Salsa

(1 reviews) Posted by Manda  

I had a craving for some black bean and corn salsa, so I went to work...and came up with this fresh tasting, colorful, and low fat creation that has the added bonus of scaring away any vampire within at least 20 miles (and co-workers who share the... MORE»

Recipe #89913

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Low-Fat Shrimp and Veggie Stir-Fry

(1 reviews) Posted by Manda  

This is a wonderful, light stir-fry, perfect for low-carb diets. For those who aren't restricting carbs, this is wonderful atop brown rice or Asian rice noodles (and its still low-fat!!). You can alter the veggies according to taste, or what you... MORE»

Recipe #84607

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Sauteed "Breaded" Mushrooms

(3 reviews) Posted by Manda  

This is a simple side dish that my family has been preparing since I was a wee-one. Traditionally served with steak, but I find this a wonderful side with chicken and rice, as I do not eat red meat. If you are a mushroom-lover, you will love this... MORE»

Recipe #84542

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Bok Choy Stir-Fry

(25 reviews) Posted by Manda  

This is a wonderful side dish for an Asian style entree. Bok choy has a wonderful, crisp texture that is reminiscent of celery. You can easily add shrimp or chicken to make a main dish, but I recommend doubling the sauce if you do so. Simple and... MORE»

Recipe #83770

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Simply Sensational Ramen Cabbage Salad

(12 reviews) Posted by Manda  

This is the most simple, delicious salad ever! Every time I take it to an event, everyone wants the recipe. They are so surprised when they see how simple it is. I sometimes add cooked chicken and eat this as a meal for myself. Doesn't get any... MORE»

Recipe #83644

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Bacon-Whipped Sweet Potatoes

Posted by Manda  

I LOVE sweet potatoes, but I am not a fan of the usual sweet, syrupy preparation. This recipe brings out the true taste of sweet potatoes, with a little sweet and savory kick. Hope you enjoy!! Prep time does not include time to cook the bacon. MORE»

Recipe #81268

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Light Cranberry Spritzer

(1 reviews) Posted by Manda  

I drink this ALL the time at work. I like cranberry juice, but find the taste a bit too strong by itself. This drink is the perfect balance of flavors, plus its low in cals. and better than drinking caffienated soft drinks! YUMMY! MORE»

Recipe #81052

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Colorful Shrimp Scampi

Posted by Manda  

This is a dish I threw together last night when I wanted to use up some frozen shrimp and was having a major garlic craving. I raided the crisper, busted out the spices, and this is what became of it. Quite pretty and tasty. This is something a... MORE»

Recipe #76605

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Lip Gloss Shooter

Posted by Manda  

Ahh, back in my college days, I could down these things like there was no tomorrow!! I created this one night out of my imagination, and still enjoy it (although not as often) to this day! It is sooooo yummy! A must try! MORE»

Recipe #68499

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Perfect Potato Cakes

Posted by Manda  

I got the basis for this recipe from a friend and tweaked it a bit to fit my taste. There's just something about these potato cakes that makes them better than the best!! I think its a combo of the bread crumbs and the butter flavor Crisco. All I... MORE»

Recipe #68492

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Portable Chocolate-Pretzel Delite

Posted by Manda  

This is one of my favorite, simple snacks! Tastes like chocolate covered pretzels...without the guilt! Also great for kids. I ate this as a snack ALL THE TIME when I was in college. Sounds weird, but its really good! When you get to the bottom of... MORE»

Recipe #68243

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Garlic Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Vegetables

(2 reviews) Posted by Manda  

This is hands-down one of my absolute favorite dishes! You can use a different marinade or dressing if you like, but I love the teriyaki. Also, you can add pineapple chunks, grape tomatoes...the possibilities are endless. If you love garlic as... MORE»

Recipe #66666

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Open-faced Tuna Salad Bagelwiches

Posted by Manda  

This is a great quick meal for two. When I lived with my dad, this was one of the easiest dishes to throw together after I came home from work. I chilled the tuna and boiled the egg the day before, then threw it all together in about 10 min. Great... MORE»

Recipe #66574

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Sweet and Sour Crunchy Spinach Salad

Posted by Manda  

This is a nice summer salad with a very unique blend of flavors and textures. I always serve the dressing on the side so that the salad doesn't get soggy, and you can prepare this hours ahead of time. Before serving, you may need to whisk the... MORE»

Recipe #62487

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Creamy, Cheesy Potato Stix

(1 reviews) Posted by Manda  

This casserole-like dish reminds me of french fries smothered in cheese sauce. Yummy comfort food!! I have added crumbled bacon to this dish as well, and it is awesome! If you have a french fry cutter, use it to cut the potatoes to make prep... MORE»

Recipe #60190

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