< Back Albondigas (Meatball Soup) Yield: 6 – 8 Servings Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes Category Lunch + Dinner Calories: 228 Carbs: 26.6 Fat: 4.7 Fiber: 2.4 Protein: 19.9 WW Points: 4 ingredients for the meatballs: 1 pound extra lean ground beef ¼ cup white rice ¼ cup parsley, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped ¼ of a medium onion, finely chopped 1 egg ½ cup panko salt and pepper to taste for the soup: 2.5 – 3 quarts beef broth 3 medium potatoes, peeled (or not), cut into bite sized chunks 3 medium carrots, peeled (or not), cut into bite sized chunks ½ brown onion, cut into bite sized chunks 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped directions for the meatballs: Step 1: Mix all ingredients together until well combined. I find using my hands is the best tool. Next, scoop tablespoon size balls of the mixture and set aside. Check my “ must haves ” page for the perfect size scoop! Step 2: In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a boil. Once you reach a boil, add in all the albondigas one by one, and let cook for 20 minutes over medium high heat. This will allow the rice in the albondigas to cook completely. Step 3: Next add in the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic and cook for another 10 minutes. Test that the vegetables are tender and serve immediately. Step 4: Garnish with chopped parsley, chili, and some warm tortillas. Previous Next

< Back Skinny Pizza Dough Yield: 4 Servings Prep Time: 12 Hours (Overnight Proof)` Cook Time: 12 – 18 Minutes Category Lunch + Dinner Calories: 172 Carbs: 35.9 Fat: 0 Fiber: 0 Protein: 7 WW Points: ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted ½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt ½ to 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon yeast ½ to ¾ cup lukewarm water 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional PFJ addition) directions Step 1: Activate the Yeast In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon sugar and ½ cup lukewarm water (about 85°F). Stir in the yeast and let sit for about 10 minutes, or until bubbly and foamy. Step 2: Mix the Dough In a stand mixer bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and Italian seasoning. Add Greek yogurt and mix with the dough hook. Once the yeast mixture is bubbly, pour it into the flour mixture. Mix until the dough starts to come together and pull away from the sides of the bowl, adding extra water as needed. Step 3: Proof the Dough Transfer the dough to a gallon-sized zip-top bag sprayed with oil or pan spray. Let it proof at room temperature during the day, then refrigerate overnight. Step 4: Prep to Bake When ready to use, remove dough from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Roll out to desired size. One large pizza or divide into smaller portions. Step 5: Bake Preheat oven to 425°F. Bake for 12–18 minutes, or until crust is golden. Optionally, finish under the broiler for a few minutes for extra color. Jenn's Notes: This dough 1 point per ounce, and this recipe makes 20 ounces of dough. Points and calories are for 4 ounces of dough Previous Next

< Back Roasted Jalapeño Grilled Cheese Yield: 2 Servings Prep Time: 15 – 20 Minutes Cook Time: 4 – 8 Minutes Category Lunch + Dinner Calories: 435.5 Carbs: 46.2 Fat: 17.1 Fiber: 3.3 Protein: 24.2 WW Points: 15 ingredients 4 medium–large jalapeños – cut in half lengthwise and roasted for about 10 minutes, then diced 4 oz light cream cheese, at room temp 2 oz shredded cheese 3 large green onions, sliced 4 pieces center-cut bacon, cooked and diced 5–10 cracks of black pepper pinch of salt 4 slices sourdough bread directions Step 1: Roast the jalapeños and cook the bacon first. While they cool, prepare the remaining ingredients. Once the jalapeños and bacon are diced, place them in a medium bowl along with the cream cheese, shredded cheese, green onions, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined—this will be your grilled cheese filling. Step 2: Divide the filling evenly between two sandwiches. Grill in a frying pan over medium-high heat, with butter or avocado oil spray, until the bread is golden brown on both sides and the filling is hot and melted. Step 3: Serve immediately and enjoy! Previous Next

< Back Ombre Pancakes Yield: 13 Servings Prep Time: 5 – 10 Minutes Cook Time: 13 Minutes Category Breakfast Calories: N/A Carbs: N/A Fat: N/A Fiber: N/A Protein: N/A WW Points: N/A ingredients use your favorite box mix of pancakes! I used the Stater Bros. store brand. directions Step 1: Divide the batter equally into three bowls. Step 2: Add one color to each bowl. Add enough of each color to reach your desired color. I used Betty Crocker Neon Pink and Purple and McCormick Red to achieve my three colors. Step 3: Cook as directed by package instructions. Step 4: Stack, serve, and enjoy! Previous Next

< Back Bacon Onion Jam Grilled Cheese Yield: 2 Servings Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes Category Lunch + Dinner Calories: 559 Carbs: 63.3 Fat: 18.3 Fiber: 6.4 Protein: 26.8 WW Points: 6 ingredients 2 slices sourdough bread 1 oz gruyere cheese, finely grated 1 serving of bacon onion jam avocado spray directions Step 1: Let’s make a grilled cheese! Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Step 2: Place half of the cheese on one piece of bread. Add the bacon onion jam and the other half of the cheese. Step 3: Top with the second piece of bread and spray with avocado oil spray. Step 4: Place the sandwich sprayed side down and spray the unsprayed bread as well. Heat for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Step 5: Flip the sandwich and heat for another 2 minutes. Step 6: Make sure the cheese is melted. Cut and serve immediately. Enjoy! Previous Next

< Back Cinnamon Swirl Hearts Yield: 12 – 18 Hearts Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 8 Minutes Category Desserts Calories: 21.5 Carbs: 9.3 Fat: 2.1 Fiber: 0.8 Protein: 1.4 WW Points: 3 ingredients 1 box pillsbury sugar free cinnamon swirl quick bread and muffin mix ¾ cup water 2 eggs ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce (in place of oil) directions Step 1: Follow the instructions on box to make batter. I used applesauce in place of the oil. Step 2: Spray Wilton Six Heart Baking Pan generously with pan spray. I couldn't find the exact baking tin / mold but I did find this silicone mold similar to mine. Step 3: Start with the batter and fill the hearts about halfway, put a layer of the cinnamon swirl (about a tablespoon), and add another layer of batter. Step 4: Top with cinnamon swirl mixture again (about a tablespoon). Step 5: Bake until done (about eight minutes depending on the size of your mold). Step 6: Cool for five minutes in pan. Remove and serve! Jenn's Note: Serving Size: 1 Heart Previous Next

< Back Protein Pancakes: Pistachio Almond Yield: 1 Serving Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes Category Breakfast Calories: 545 Carbs: 72.7 Fat: 9.9 Fiber: 9.6 Protein: 35 WW Points: 4 ingredients ½ cup old-fashioned or gluten-free oats ½ cup egg whites ½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon sugar-free pistachio pudding mix 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon almond extract ½ a medium banana, sliced to add into the cakes before the flip for the toppings: 2 tablespoons pistachios, toasted and chopped ½ a medium banana, sliced directions Step 1: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Place all ingredients (minus the ½ banana) in a blender and blend until smooth. Step 2: Pour ⅓ of the batter into the pan and add a few slices of the banana and cover with a little bit of batter. This will help it not stick to the pan. Step 3: Cook for 1 - 2 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 1 - 2 minutes. Repeat the process until you’ve cooked all the batter. This should make about 3, 6-inch pancakes. Step 4: Top with pistachios and the second half of the banana. Enjoy immediately! Jenn's Note: Inspired by this original recipe here . Previous Next

< Back Chocolate Strawberry Baked Oatmeal Yield: 6 Servings Prep Time: 5 – 10 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes Category Breakfast Calories: 257 Carbs: 51.3 Fat: 8.8 Fiber: 18.4 Protein: 9.6 WW Points: 1 ingredients 3 ½ cups old-fashioned oats ⅓ cups lakanto golden brown sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ cups unsweetened applesauce 3 eggs 1 ½ cup unsweetened almond milk I used vanilla. 50 grams lily’s chocolate chips 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped directions Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 8 x 8" square pan with cooking spray. Step 2: Combine the oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine. Step 3: In another bowl mix the applesauce, eggs, and milk and stir to combine. Add mixture to dry ingredients and mix well. Step 4: Add the chocolate chips and strawberries and stir once more. Step 5: Scoop the oat mixture into the greased pan and bake for 30 minutes until lightly browned and crisp around the edges. Step 6: Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Slice into 6 servings. Enjoy! Jenn's Notes: Inspired by Jenn's WW Journey recipe here . It is one of my favorites and I make this often! Previous Next

< Back Parfait: Chocolate Strawberry Yield: N/A Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 5 – 8 Minutes Category Breakfast Calories: 199 Carbs: 21.2 Fat: 5.7 Fiber: 7.8 Protein: 14.5 WW Points: 4 ingredients 1 strawberry flavored chobani zero sugar yogurt Or any brand you like! ½ cup fresh strawberries chopped 1 chocolate flavored fiber one bar Cut into 16 pieces. 1 tablespoon of your favorite granola I used Oldeman Brand Chocolate Nut. directions Step 1: Start with ⅓ of the yogurt container in the bottom of the jar or container Step 2: Next add half of the berries, 5 pieces of the fiber one bar, and repeat until you reach the top. Step 3: Lastly, sprinkle with your favorite granola. Jenn's Note: I used an 8 ounce jar, but it was packed! Would recommend a 10 ounce jar or container. Previous Next

< Back Bruschetta Yield: 10 Servings Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes Category Appetizers Calories: 194 Carbs: 18.5 Fat: 8 Fiber: 0.9 Protein: 10.7 WW Points: 7 ingredients 1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch pieces (about 30 slices) 1 (16-ounce) package sliced fresh mozzarella, each piece cut in half 3–4 roma tomatoes, sliced into ¼-inch slices (about 30 slices) 1 bunch fresh basil, julienned (about 30 leaves) 1–2 whole cloves garlic Olive oil spray Kosher salt Black pepper directions Step 1: Preheat oven to 400 °F . Prepare all the ingredients. Step 2: Place the baguette pieces on a lined baking sheet. Spray the baguette tops with olive oil spray, sprinkle kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper, and toast in the oven for about 5 - 10 minutes, until lightly golden, flipping once halfway through. You can also do this in a toaster oven. Step 3: Once toasted, remove from oven, and rub each slice of bread with the garlic cloves. Step 4: Next, place a slice of tomato and one-half slice of cheese on each piece of bread and put it back into the oven to melt the cheese. Step 5: Once melted, remove from oven and top with julienned basil. Step 6: Sprinkle a bit more kosher salt and cracked black pepper on top and serve immediately. Enjoy! Previous Next