RecipesLemon-herb Leg of Lamb Meal Suitable for Diabetics and Others
This menu features a lemon-herb leg of lamb prepared with fresh lemon juice and delicious spices such as rosemary, oregano, and thyme.÷ Just imagine the aroma coming from your oven!÷ We"ve gone back to our vintage recipes and pulled out an old-fashion recipe for lacy potato fritters for this meal.÷ We know diabetics have to be cautious about potatoes but this fritter recipe contains two eggs which suppy protein to counteract some of the starchy carbs in the potatoes.÷ Serve with our creamy lettuce salad, where boiled eggs also add to the protein count in this meal.÷ Finish off your meal with a dessert of delicious and lite assorted mini-cheesecakes that are diabetic friendly and they are delicious for anyone.÷ No need for a diabetic dessert and a regular dessert.
LEMON-HERB LEG OF LAMB
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp grated lemon peel
1 tsp garlic salt
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary, crushed
1 tsp ground mustard
1 boneless leg of lamb, approx 4 lb, rolled and tied
In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients.÷ Rub over the lamb.÷ Cover and refrigerate overnight.÷ Next day, place lamb on the rack of a shallow roasting pan.÷ Bake, uncovered, for 1 3/4 to 2 1/4 hours.÷ For medium rare, a meat thermometer should read 145 degrees, medium 160 degrees, well-done 170 degrees.÷ Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.÷
LACY POTATO FRITTERS
2 eggs
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp flour
1 tbsp baking powder
3 Idaho potatoes, peeled
Vegetable oil for frying
In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs, stir in garlic, soy sauce, sesame seeds, flour, baking powder. Grate potatoes coarsely using the large blades of a hand grater or food processor. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible from potatoes; stir in egg batter. Heat about two inches of oil to 325 degrees in an electric fry pan or deep fryer. Drop a forkful of potato mixture into hot oil. Mixture should spread to make a lacy effect. Brown quickly on one side; turn with fork and brown other side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining mixture. Makes about three dozen fritters.
CREAMY LETTUCE SALAD
3 hard-boiled eggs
1 lb pkg ready-to-serve salad
1 medium tomato, diced
1/4 cup diced red onion
Dressing:
3/4 cup light mayonnaise
3 1/2 tbsp milk
2 tbsp Splenda
2 tbsp cider vinegar
Dice two of the boiled eggs, cut the third into wedges and reserve it for garnish.÷ In a salad bowl, combine the salad greens, tomato, onion, and diced eggs.÷ In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients.÷ Shake the jar until dressing is well blended.÷ Pour over the salad and toss to coat.÷ Garnish with the egg wedges.÷ Serve immediately.
MINI÷ ASSORTED CHEESECAKES
1 pkg of 6 mini graham cracker pie shells
1 (1 oz) pkg instant sugar-free fat-free cheesecake pudding mix
6÷ tbsp no-sugar-added cherry pie filling
6 tbsp no-sugar-added blueberry pie filling
6 tbsp sugar-free whipped topping, optional
Prepare pudding mix according to package directions.÷ Fill mini pie shells about 2/3 full (this will leave some pudding left over).÷ Top pudding with÷ 2 tablespoons of pie filling per pie alternating between the two pie fillings.÷ Refrigerate until serving time.÷ Top with a tablespoon of whipped topping if desired.
Note: For added garnish and crunch, a sprinkle of toasted almonds scattered over the whipped topping adds a nice touch.
Enjoy!
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