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Super-Balanced Big Game Party
Appetizers
Pigs in a Blanket, low fat style
Many of your guests may be
looking for lighter big game party
fare, but don’t want to sacrifice
the football foods they love.
Our super-balanced menu gives
you a game day party that will
score big with all of your fans!
Ingredients
1 package (14 oz.) Johnsonville Chipotle or Apple
Chicken sausage
1 package (2 ct.) puff pastry sheets
Gourmet mustard to taste
Apple-onion relish
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 400°F. Cut puff pastry sheets in
half and wrap Johnsonville Chipotle or Apple Chicken
sausage in puff pastry. Bake 15 minutes or until pastry
is golden brown. Serve with gourmet mustard (Meijer
Gold) and apple-onion (see below) relish on the side.
Apple-Onion Relish
Ingredients
2 cups chopped red onion
3/4 cup Meijer distilled white vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. tri-colored peppercorns, crushed
1/4 tsp. ground McCormick cumin
1 cup chopped Michigan apple (about 1 large apple)
Instructions
Combine onion, vinegar, sugar, peppercorns and
cumin in a small saucepan over medium heat and
bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and cook
the onions for 15 to 18 minutes. Add apple and cook
an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Cool completely.
Place the relish in a covered container and let
marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
Keep refrigerated up to two weeks.
Nutrition Information (1/4 cup per serving): 87 calories, 0g
saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate,
1g fiber, 0g protein
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Super-Balanced Big Game Party
Ten Minute Tortilla Soup
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 can (14.5 oz.) Meijer Naturals Mexican Style
Stewed Tomatoes, chopped
2 cups Meijer Naturals Chicken Stock
1 can (4 oz.) diced jalapeños, optional
1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast (rotisserie
chicken), optional
2 Hass avocados from Chile
8 to 12 Meijer Multigrain Tortilla Chips
½ cup Meijer Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese or
Mexican Flavored Cheese
Cilantro for garnish
Meijer Non-Fat Sour Cream for garnish, optional
Instructions
In medium saucepan or microwaveable bowl,
combine tomatoes, chicken stock, jalapeños and
chicken, if using. Over medium high heat, heat
to simmering or microwave on high 3 minutes.
Meanwhile, rinse avocados, cut in half and spoon out
pit. Cut into slices or chunks. Spoon stock/tomato
mixture into bowls and add avocado slices or chunks.
Top with tortilla chips and sprinkling of cheese.
Garnish with cilantro and dollop of sour cream.
Recipe source: chileanavocados.org
Nutritional Information (per serving): 200 calories, 14g fat, 2.5g
saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 575mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate,
4g fiber, 7g protein
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Super-Balanced Big Game Party
Entrée
Fiery Adobo Pork Skewers
Serves 4
Ingredients
3 tbsp. puréed chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
3 tbsp. Meijer Light Brown Sugar
2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 (1 lb.) pork tenderloin, trimmed, cut into 1-inch cubes
1½ orange, yellow or red bell peppers, seeded, cut
into 1-inch pieces
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
Combine puréed chiles, brown sugar and lime juice
in a large bowl, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add pork, stir to coat. Transfer to a large, resealable
plastic bag and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours. Coat grill
rack with nonstick cooking spray and preheat to
medium (350°F). Remove pork from marinade and
discard marinade. On each of 4 skewers, alternately
thread bell pepper, onion and pork. (If using wooden
skewers, soak in water at least 30 minutes before
grilling to prevent burning.) Grill 6 to 8 minutes
per side for medium-rare (145°F) or to desired
doneness. Remove skewers from grill; let stand 5
minutes.
Recipe source: Try-foods Int’l., meijermealbox.com
Nutrition Information (per serving): 182 calories, 3g fat,
0g saturated fat, 73mg cholesterol, 117mg sodium, 14g
carbohydrate, 1g fiber, 24g protein
Side Dishes
Zesty Dill Potato Salad
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 lb. medium red potatoes, scrubbed
Salt to taste
2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp. white-wine vinegar
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 tbsp. chopped fresh dill
Freshly ground white or black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Boil potatoes in salted water in a saucepan until
tender, about 20 minutes.
Drain and let stand until cool enough to handle.
Cut potatoes in half lengthwise, then cut into
approximately 1/2-inch slices. Place in a serving
bowl. Sprinkle the potatoes with balsamic vinegar,
white-wine vinegar and oil, tossing gently to coat.
Add red and green bell peppers, green onions, dill
and pepper, and toss gently to mix. Taste and adjust
seasonings. Serve at room temperature.
Recipe source: eatingwell.com
Nutrition Information (per serving): 122 calories, 4g fat, 1g
saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 84mg sodium, 21g carbohydrates,
2g fiber, 2g protein
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Super-Balanced Big Game Party
Desserts
Philly Fruit Tart
Serves 8
Ingredients
1 Meijer Prepared Graham Cracker Pie Crust
1 (8 oz.) Philadelphia Milk, Dark or White Chocolate
Indulgence (let stand at room temp. to soften)
1 quart (16 oz.) fresh strawberries, washed, hulled
and sliced in half
1 pint (8 oz.) fresh blueberries, washed and pat dry
2 tbsp. Meijer Apple Jelly
1 tsp. Water
Broccoli Gouda Salad
Serves 8
Ingredients
½ cup Meijer Light Italian Salad Dressing
½ tsp. dried basil
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups small broccoli florets
½ cup coarsely chopped Roma tomatoes
½ cup slivered almonds, toasted
½ cup halved, thinly sliced red onion
5 oz. smoked or plain Gouda, cut into ¼-inch cubes
(about 1 cup)
3 cups Water
Instructions
Mix salad dressing, basil and garlic in a measuring
cup, set aside. Place 3 cups water in a medium
saucepan and bring to a boil. Add broccoli and cook
1 minute or until broccoli brightens. Drain and rinse
in cold water. Combine broccoli, tomatoes, almonds,
onion and cheese in a medium bowl, toss to mix.
Whisk dressing, drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Recipe source: Try-foods Int’l., meijermealbox.com
Nutrition Information (per serving): 139 calories, 9g fat, 3g
saturated fat, 20mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate,
2g fiber, 7g protein
Instructions
Stir Philadelphia Chocolate Indulgence until
smooth and creamy. Spread evenly into pie crust.
Top generously with strawberries and blueberries
to cover Chocolate Indulgence Cream. In a small
microwave safe dish, add apple jelly and 1 tsp. water
and heat 15 seconds on high. Remove and stir. Heat
an additional 15-20 seconds and stir (should be the
consistency of honey). Using a pastry or basting
brush, lightly glaze fruit with melted apple jelly.
Refrigerate 1 hour and serve.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 294 calories, 15g fat, 34mg
cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, 4g protein.
Baker’s One-Bowl Chocolaty Football Treats
Makes 18 treats
Ingredients
6 squares Baker’s semi-sweet chocolate
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 tbsp. margarine
1/2 tsp. Meijer vanilla extract
4 cups cocoa sweetened rice cereal
Decorating Icing or Gel
Instructions
Microwave chocolate, corn syrup and margarine in
large microwaveable bowl on high 2-1/2 minutes,
stirring after 1-1/2 minutes. Blend in vanilla. Add
cereal; mix well. Cool 10 minutes. Shape into 18
(3-inch-long) football shapes with lightly moistened
hands. Place on large sheet of wax paper; cool
completely. Use decorating icing or gel to add
"lacings" to "footballs." Let stand until icing is firm.
Nutrition Information (per serving, 1 treat): 118 calories, 3.7g fat,
2g saturated fat, 73mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate, 1.2g protein.
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Tips to Lighten up Game Day
All foods can fit into a healthy diet when consumed in
moderation, so you don’t have to completely give up your hot
wings. But defining moderation can often be difficult! Here’s
a snap shot of how you can reduce calories while still eating
many of your big game party favorites:
Game Day Favorite
5 Chicken Wings or Hot Wings
350 Calories
25g Fat
15g Carb
1 Bratwurst on Bun
440 Calories
25g Fat (8g Sat. Fat)
21g Carb
15g Protein
6” Meaty Sub
520 Calories
19g Fat
50g Carb
12 Meat and Cheese Nachos
(10 oz. serving)
645 Calories
38g Fat
55g Carb
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Lightened-up Defender
3 Chicken Wings or Hot Wings
210 Calories
15g Fat
9g Carb
Johnsonville Apple Chicken Sausage
270 Calories
12g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat)
21g Carb
14g Protein
Roast Beef Wrap Sandwich
400 Calories
10g Fat
56g Carb
8 Meat and Cheese Nachos
(6.5 oz.)
432 Calories
25g Fat
37g Carb
Final Score
140
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120
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Tips to Lighten up Game Day
Game Day Favorite
2 Slices Pepperoni Pizza
596 Calories
24g Fat
68g Carb
Potato Chips (2 oz., about 20
chips)
311 Calories
21g Fat
28g Carb
French Onion Dip (about 1/4 cup)
120 Calories
9g Fat
6g Carb
1/3 lb. (5.3 oz.) Plain Cheeseburger
520 Calories
34g Fat
38g Carb
1 Brownie
2-1/2” square
225 Calories
11g Fat
30g Carb
1 (12 oz.) Can Regular Soda
145 Calories
0g Fat
40g Carb
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Lightened-up Defender
1 Slice Pepperoni Pizza
298 Calories
12g Fat
34g Carb
Tortilla Chips (about 2 oz.)
249 Calories
12g Fat
33g Carb
Traditional Salsa (about 1/4 cup)
20 Calories
0g Fat
5g Carb
1/4 lb. (4 oz.) Plain Cheeseburger
390 Calories
26g Fat
28g Carb
Rice Krispies Treat
90 Calories
2.5g Fat
17g Carb
1 (12 oz.) Can Diet Soda
1 Calorie
0g Fat
0.1g Carb
Final Score
298
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144
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