Fast. Low-Fat. Yummy. Best of all, good for your tummy!

Many of you know I can't eat much these days. I have had to cut out tomatoes(my favorite), a lot of fiber, some dairy, no carbonation(except Ginger Ale), fats in general, too much sugar, red meats, some preservatives and the list goes on and on. When I say tomatoes, I mean ANYTHING with tomatoes. This includes salsa, ketchup, anything that lists the ingredients tomato paste, tomato puree, etc. Spaghetti is out, along with lasagna. If I eat these things, I might as well die. I am sure the ER is tempted to lock their doors when they see me coming. The doctors have yet to figure out what my ailment is, since this has been ongoing for some time. Not too long, only 8 years. No one in my family has had this terrible curse brought upon them, but then again no one in Mike's family has been struck by cancer twice in 2 years.
So in an effort to help my family live a long, healthy and prosperous life, I would like to start this blog called Slim Pickin's. Mike and I can both benefit from healthy food choices, and I would like to see my children develop a taste for healthy food. We eat good around here, but obviously not good enough for my sensitive belly. I have somewhat of a sweet tooth, which if not satisfied leads to binging on much chocolate and ice cream. I know some of you have told me about your stomach ailments, and I won't say who but you know who you are. So I hope you can also benefit from slim pickin's. This blog is not just for us, but for all of you who enjoy a tasty meal or treat that is low-fat. This is for EVERYONE!
I will be listing recipes that I come across that are low-fat and family friendly. Most of them I have altered for my tummy. I hope you will give me feedback and new recipes your family enjoys. Just remember, they have to be Fast, low-fat, yummy, and good for your tummy!

Low-Fat Banana Bread

For more whole grain, substitute one-half cup whole wheat flour for the same amount of all-purpose flour.
1-3/4 C. all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 C. mashed very ripe bananas (2 medium)
1/3 cup fruit based substitute for fat or unsweetened applesauce
2 large egg whites
1 large egg

Preheat oven to 350. Grease and flour 9"x5" metal(or glass) loaf pan. In large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In medium bowl, with fork or wisk mash bananas, fat substitute, egg whites and egg until well blended. Stir banana mixture into flour mixture just until moistened. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake until toothpick comes out clean, about 40-45 min. Cool 10 min. then remove and place on wire rack to finish cooling.
Makes 1 loaf. Jake helped me make this and he wanted to add raisens. It turned out great!

Chicken Fajitas

This will feed at least 6 people. You can cut it down.

4 chicken breasts
2 TBS. southwestern seasoning(Pampered Chef makes the best one!)
1 pkg. Lipton Onion Soup Mix
1/2 cup water
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1/2 to 1 whole onion(however much you like)
a little olive oil
Tortillas(the fresh, uncooked from Costco are great!)
Toppings: cheese, lettuce, sour cream
*I like this recipe because you don't need tomatoes or salsa. There is enough seasoning*

Boil chicken breasts till done, then shred. Mix shredded chicken with seasoning. Mix soup mix with the water, then stir in with the seasoned chicken. While the chicken is boiling, slice the peppers and onion. In a large skillet, saute them in a little olive oil. Once tender, add the chicken mixture to the skillet. Heat through. While heating, cook or warm up your tortillas depending on which you are using. Spoon the chicken fajitas over a tortilla, and top with cheese, lettuce and sour cream. I use non-fat sour cream, and sometimes soy cheese. We love these! They are yummy, quick and filling.