Pepper Steak Sauce

Serves 4
Preparation time: 10 mins
Cooking time: 15mins

Ingredients:
 2 cloves garlic crushed
1 t coarse ground black pepper
1 cup beef stock
1/2 cup Philadelphia extra light cream cheese
1 t sweetener
3 button mushrooms sliced thin

Directions
Heat a non-stick fry pan over a high heat. Cook the steaks for 3 mins each side, remove from the pan, wrap in foil and keep warm. Using a small saucepan heat a small amount of water and cook the mushrooms till soft Add the garlic and pepper and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in the beef stock and simmer until reduced by 1/3. Whisk in the philly and sweetener and simmer until thickened. PoUr over your steak, serve immediately. Tip: The sauce keeps well in the fridge, make a large batch and store in small containers than can be reheated in the microwave.

Ham & Cheese Pinwheels

Makes 4 Servings

Ingredients
1/2 cup light whipped cream cheese
Four 8-inch tortillas
1 C shredded carrot, (about 1 large )
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (I use less but pick aged cheese)
6 ounces thinly sliced low-sodium deli ham
Lettuce

Dipping Sauce Options:
Honey mustard, barbecue sauce, hummus

Directions

Spread the cream cheese evenly over each of the tortillas. Layer each tortilla with carrots, cheese, lettuce and ham. Roll up tightly and slice into 3/4-inch rounds. Serve with your choice of dipping sauces.

Tip: To round out the lunch, serve with sliced strawberries or melon and a glass of milk on the side.

Nutrition Information Serving: 280 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated), 710mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, 19g protein, 100% vitamin A, 15% calcium

Spicy Asian Shrimp

From http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=recipe&dbid=275

This recipe only serves two at my house if other dishes are served.

Spicy Asian Shrimp
Spice up your meal and spice up your health with this Asian shrimp recipe. This nutrient-rich dish contains over 40% of the daily value for selenium, vitamin C, protein, and vitamin D. It's another delicious meal that you can enjoy on our The Healthiest Way of Eating Plan.

Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
1/2 lb medium-sized shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 TBS + 1 TBS fresh lemon juice
Sea salt and pepper to taste
3 TBS low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 medium garlic cloves
1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup orange juice
1 TBS minced fresh ginger
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil

Directions:
Chop garlic and let sit for 5 minutes to enhance its health-promoting properties.

Peel and devein shrimp. Rub shrimp with 2 TBS lemon juice, salt and pepper.

Heat 3 TBS broth over medium-low heat in a stainless steel skillet.

When broth begins to steam, add shrimp, red pepper flakes, orange juice, and ginger and sauté. Stir frequently.

After 2 minutes, turn the shrimp over and add garlic. Sauté until shrimp are pink and opaque throughout (approximately 3 minutes).

Shrimp cook quickly, so watch your cooking time. They become tough if overcooked.

Dress with the extra virgin olive oil and the remaining 1 TBS lemon juice.

Serves 2