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How to Make Crab Cakes

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How to make crab cakes that taste like crab, are easy to make, reasonable on the wallet, and adaptable to your taste. Yes, it's possible.

Crab Cakes:
1/2 lb handpicked lump crab meat
1 large egg
1 Tbsp mayonnaise
1 Tbsp parsley, chopped
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of kosher sea salt to taste
1/4 c saltine crackers ( crumbled - about 6 crackers )
1 Tbsp butter, for baking - or vegetable oil, for sauteing
1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Lemon wedges for presentation
Tartar Sauce:
1/2 c mayonnaise
1 Tbsp sweet relish
1 Tbsp shallots ( minced )
1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp capers ( chopped )
1/2 tsp dried tarragon
1/2 tsp hot sauce
Pinch of kosher sea salt to taste
2
Nutritions

Calories
430

Sodium
922mg
38% DV

Fat
21g
32% DV

Protein
27g
55% DV

Carbs
28g
9% DV

Fiber
2g
11% DV

Swap out your corned beef for delicious kielbasa and you’ve got a different take on a classic. Polish Reuben Grilled Cheese is delicious and easy to make any day of the week.

7 ounces kielbasa
1/2 cup sauerkraut ( drained )
7 ounces Swiss cheese ( sliced )
2 hoagie rolls ( split )
2 teaspoons Thousand Island dressing
2 teaspoons butter
2
Preheat a skillet or griddle on medium-low heat. Cut the kielbasa in half and then slice each half into strips lengthwise. Place the inside of the bun face down on your work surface and flatten slightly...
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Nutritions

Calories
690

Sodium
3022mg
125% DV

Fat
45g
70% DV

Protein
38g
76% DV

Carbs
25g
8% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV

Smokey applewood gouda and crispy, sweet pears make the most amazing combination. Applewood Gouda and Pear Grilled Cheese is a delicious grilled cheese that everyone will love!!

6 ounces applewood smoked Gouda ( thinly sliced )
1 large red pear, thinly sliced (I used a mandoline to get them 1/4" thick)
4 slices brioche ( thick cut )
4 teaspoons butter ( softened )
2
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Butter one side of each of the four slices of brioche. Place the buttered sides together and lay the slices in two stacks on your work surface. Place a thin...
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Nutritions

Calories
577

Sodium
826mg
34% DV

Fat
33g
51% DV

Protein
26g
53% DV

Carbs
33g
11% DV

Fiber
2g
8% DV

Need a quick and easy breakfast (or even lunch)? I love these pita pockets because you can fill them full of healthy vegetables and they keep you going all day long! Today I wanted to share with you my favorite way to stuff a pita pocket, but you can use whatever vegetables you have available to make this awesome meal.

4 eggs ( lightly beaten )
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped broccoli
1/4 cup diced green pepper
1/4 cup diced red pepper
2 tablespoons diced onion
1 cup baby spinach
2 (6") pita breads, cut in half to make pockets
2
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Add broccoli, bell peppers, onion, and baby spinach; cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently or until the vegetables start to go tender. In a bowl,...
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Nutritions

Calories
206

Sodium
355mg
14% DV

Fat
10g
16% DV

Protein
16g
33% DV

Carbs
16g
5% DV

Fiber
6g
27% DV

It’s a little sweet, a little garlicky and packs a nice boom! Not too much, though. Just a little zip to wake up your taste buds.

Shrimp Tacos
Ingredients:
1 (10 ounce) package Gorton’s Skillet Crisp Shrimp
8 soft flour taco shells
2 cups shredded cabbage ( or prepackaged coleslaw mix )
1 avocado ( sliced )
Boom Boom Sauce ( recipe below )
Boom Boom Sauce:
Ingredients:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp ketchup
1 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
3/4 tsp Sriracha
4
Instructions: Prepare shrimp according to package directions Place about 1/8 cup shredded cabbage in taco shell Place 2-3 slices of avocado on top of shredded cabbage Place 4-5 shrimp on top of...
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Nutritions

Calories
299

Sodium
370mg
15% DV

Fat
21g
33% DV

Protein
14g
28% DV

Carbs
11g
3% DV

Fiber
4g
18% DV

Fried chicken Hawaiian style. Chicken with a crispy and chewy shell.

3.5 - 5lb skinless boneless chicken thighs (cut into thirds)
2/3 cups cornstarch
1/3 cup mochiko
1/3 cup sugar ( this can be cut down to 1/4 cup )
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon garlic ( minced )
2 tablespoons green onions ( chopped )
2 eggs
oil for frying
Optional:
1/2 teaspoon sesame seed
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4
1) In a large sealable container, combine all the ingredients and mix well. It will be on the thicker side. Set aside. 2)Cut chicken thighs into three equal pieces. 3)Add chicken to the mix and stir to coat...
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Nutritions

Calories
118

Sodium
1618mg
67% DV

Fat
0.9900000000000002g
1% DV

Protein
4g
8% DV

Carbs
22g
7% DV

Fiber
0.7g
2% DV

One of the biggest requests that I get when it comes to healthy recipes are easy side dishes that are not only healthy, but don't take much time at all. This one is not only quick and healthy, but very inexpensive also! My kids love it, so we make it quite often. Sometimes getting kids to eat healthy foods can be a challenge, so I try to offer things that will appeal to them. One thing about these zucchini slices is that they are easy to eat with your fingers. You could even call them zucc

3 medium zucchinis ( sliced try to get them as close to the same width as possible )
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese ( more or less to taste )
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder ( more or less to taste )
4
For more healthy recipes and at-home workouts, be sure to visit me at www.Tone-and-Tighten.com! Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Once oil is heated, add sliced zucchini and...
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Nutritions

Calories
29

Sodium
0.0mg
0% DV

Fat
3g
4% DV

Protein
0.0g
0% DV

Carbs
0.0g
0% DV

Fiber
0.0g
0% DV
Cakes
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STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE PANCAKES

Classic, fluffy pancakes with strawberries and sugar streusel baked inside. Serve these Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes with macerated strawberries for a unique, irresistible breakfast!

For the macerated strawberries:
3 cups quartered strawberries
¼ cup white sugar
For the streusel:
½ cup white sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
For the pancakes:
2? cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
1½ teaspoons salt
? cup canola oil
2 eggs
2½ cups milk
1 cup chopped strawberries ( very small pieces )
Whipped cream ( optional )
20
At least 6 hours before you plan to serve the pancakes, mix together the 3 cups of strawberries and ¼ cup sugar in a bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate. As this mixture sits, it will create a syrup. For...
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Nutritions

Calories
90

Sodium
197mg
8% DV

Fat
2g
4% DV

Protein
1g
3% DV

Carbs
16g
5% DV

Fiber
1.0g
4% DV

If you’ve been wondering what to make for your next gathering, you can stop right now. These Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are so easy to make and are perfect for a crowd OR an easy weeknight dessert. Fresh strawberries, strawberry cream cheese and chocolate are wrapped in a tortilla, fried to a golden brown and rolled in cinnamon and sugar – totally irresistible!

8 flour tortillas
8 oz Challenge Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread
1 cup chocolate spread (Nutella, Hershey\'s, etc)
1 pound fresh strawberries ( trimmed and sliced )
2 tbsp butter
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
8
Combine sugar and cinnamon in a shallow plate or bowl. Set aside Spread two tablespoons of the strawberry cream cheese down the center of each tortilla. Divide strawberries equally and place on top of the...
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Nutritions

Calories
204

Sodium
445mg
18% DV

Fat
5g
8% DV

Protein
7g
15% DV

Carbs
32g
10% DV

Fiber
2g
8% DV

20 Minute Skillet Chicken and Spinach Parmesan. Dinner on the table, FAST!

6-8 small chicken cutlets or breast filets ( 1.5-2 lbs )
salt and pepper
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 Tbls extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups Ragú® Old World Style® Traditional Sauce
2 cup chopped baby spinach
1 cup grated mozzarella
6
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Combine panko and parmesan cheese in a small bowl. Coat the chicken with the bread crumb mixture pressing gently to adhere. Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large,...
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Nutritions

Calories
367

Sodium
458mg
19% DV

Fat
19g
30% DV

Protein
16g
32% DV

Carbs
30g
10% DV

Fiber
2g
9% DV

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