Gnocchi with Creamy Tomato Sauce

Serves 2

2 1/2 c gnocchi, prepared according to package directions

Sauce:

1/4 c chopped onions
1/4 c chopped mushrooms
1/4 c chopped tomatoes
1 tbsp low fat butter

Saute until tender.

Add:
2 tbsp low fat ricotta cheese
2 tbsp low fat cottage cheese
1/2 c tomato sauce

Stir over low heat until cheese is melted.

Put sauce over gnocchi. Top with fat free mozzarella cheese.

about 230 calories per serving

Steak Tortellini Alfredo

My husband and I agree that this is one of the best dishes I have ever made.  It is surprisingly low calorie and reminds me of Olive Garden!

 Prepare your favorite frozen tortellini according to package directions.

Prepare my Awesome Alfredo Sauce.

Top with steak or chicken breast. (optional)

I marinated venison steak cut into thin strips in the following:

1 tsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fat free balsamic dressing
1 tbsp Montreal Salt-free Steak seasoning
Salt and Pepper

Mix well and marinate for 15 mins.
Brown in a pan for 2-3 mins on each side.
Cover and simmer for 5-7 mins until cooked through.

Place tortellini on a plate. Top with steak. Cover with alfredo sauce. Sprinkle fresh chopped tomatoes and fat free mozzarella cheese on top.

Around 500 calories.