Lightweight Braised Beef with broccoli

Light flavorful recipe ideal for lunch or dinner that combines exquisite oriental scents a very low calorie dish.

Braised Beef with broccoli

Ingredients
(3 servings)

  • 2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 340 grams of lean beef sirloin, sliced ​​thin
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 170 grams of white button-type mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ cup beef broth, divided
  • 5 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ cup ginger root, fresh, crushed
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic and chili thai sauce
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ cup soy sauce.

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Desserts: Vanilla Cream

If you get to host this holiday, from here we offer a dessert to surprise everyone. With a few steps you will get leave them speechless.

vanilla cream

The vanilla cream is a perfect dessert for those end family dinner. Not difficult to prepare and get an original touch in table.

For this recipe we will need only five yolks egg, 100g sugar, ½ liter milk, 2 pieces candied orange and 1 vanilla pod. Continue reading “Desserts: Vanilla Cream”

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Omelet with vegetables

Eggs are a natural source of protein, so it is recommended to eat a few times a week. Being so versatile, you can cook almost any dish. For example, making omelet with vegetables.

vegetable omelet

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole egg
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced courgettes (also known as zucchini)
  • 2/3 cup whole corn (does not matter whether canned or fresh)
  • 3 egg whites
  • 2 tablespoons smoked gouda cheese (shredded)
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 3 tablespoons finely sliced green onion
  • Little salt.

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Light salad: arugula and tomatoes

The arugula is an example of variety in our salads. Good and colorful accompanying our dishes perfectly.

light salad

This vegetable is the perfect alternative to lettuce. If we are tired of eating the same thing, put some variety in our dishes never comes amiss.

Ingredients:

  • 1 bunch arugula
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 piece light cheese
  • Some tomato confit
  • Some black olives
  • Medium cucumber
  • Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Vinegar or lemon.

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Desserts: Light Epiphany Cake

If you’re dieting this is a great recipe that you can enjoy the famous dessert. With the following recipe we will show you the famous Dr. Dukan, you can make your own cake in just over half an hour. What do you think?

light epiphany cake

Ingredients (4 people):

  • 150g skimmed milk
  • 100g of fat curd cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter flavor
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom flavor
  • Baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • Sweetener for cooking
  • 1/2 teaspoon Maldon salt
  • 8 tablespoons oat bran
  • 4 tablespoons wheat bran
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch.

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Raspberry and blueberry smoothie

The shakes are an excellent substitute for usual breakfast. We reveal step by step to prepare them.

raspberry smoothie

This raspberry and blueberries smoothie (beaten) is rich in calcium and vitamins, and has a pleasant flavor. Accompany with some crackers and have a healthy breakfast, delicious and low in calories.

The additions to the diet, such as shakes, exercise or comprehensive supplements help to lose weight faster than with a simple diet. Also, if a smoothie like the one we present below, help to take care and your health will be improved. Continue reading “Raspberry and blueberry smoothie”

How to make light white sauce

The white sauce is one of the most traditional sauces, to almost everyone loves and is perfect to accompany your dishes.

bechamel sauce

May accompany the preparation of filler used in the pasta or grill recipe. The white sauce, also known as bechamel sauce, can be used for many dishes.

We propose a light, homemade version of this recipe so that you can accompany your dishes on holiday season. Continue reading “How to make light white sauce”

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European Recipe: Lyon Salad

French cuisine is one of the most prestigious in the world. Its exquisite dishes as elaborate as always have surprised international criticism and among its recipes found all kinds of delicacies that you can not miss.

lyon salad

But do not think all your recipes are complicated. You also can become a full French-style chef preparing some of their well-known and tasty salads. Today we show you how to prepare Lyon salad. Continue reading “European Recipe: Lyon Salad”

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