Instead of packing the typical sandwich in your lunchbox, why not switch it up by making these exotic Asian Chicken Wraps? Thanks to KRAFT Light Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing, these wraps have a tasty Asian-inspired flair without all the hassle of cooking!
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small red pepper, chopped
2 oz. (1/4 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
4 cups coleslaw blend
1/2 cup KRAFT Light Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing
1/3 cup PLANTERS Lightly Salted COCKTAIL Peanuts
4 flour tortillas (12 inch), warmed
Instructions
COOK and stir chicken and peppers in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 6 to 8 min. or until chicken is done. Add Neufchatel; cook 2 min. or until melted, stirring frequently.
TOSS coleslaw blend with dressing in large bowl. Add chicken mixture and nuts; mix lightly.
SPOON chicken mixture down centers of tortillas; roll up. Cut in half.
In addition to enjoying PHILADELPHIA Fat Free Cream Cheese spread on your toasted morning bagels, why not make a sweet after-dinner treat also? This Low-Fat Orange Dream Cheesecake is a perfect finale after an evening of decadent dishes. For a special presentation, garnish with fresh mint sprigs and thin orange slices just before serving.
1 HONEY MAID Honey Graham, crushed
2/3 cup boiling water
1 pkg. (3 oz.) JELL-O Orange Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin
1 cup BREAKSTONE’S or KNUDSEN 2% Milkfat Low Fat Cottage Cheese
1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Fat Free Cream Cheese
2 cups thawed COOL WHIP FREE Whipped Topping
Instructions
SPRINKLE crumbs onto bottom of 8- or 9-inch springform pan sprayed with cooking spray.
ADD boiling water to gelatin mix; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Cool 5 min.; pour into blender. Add cottage cheese and cream cheese; blend well. Pour into large bowl. Gently stir in COOL WHIP. Pour into prepared pan; smooth top.
REFRIGERATE 4 hours or until set. Remove rim of pan before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
This Carb-Counter Orange Dream Cheesecake is not only handy for those who are watching their carb intake, but the Fat-Free Cream Cheese is also a good source of calcium! Treat yourself to a slice of this tasty cheesecake after an exhilarating workout. Don’t forget to share the love with your friends!
1 HONEY MAID Honey Graham, crushed
2/3 cup boiling water
1 pkg. (0.3 oz.) JELL-O Orange Flavor Sugar Free Gelatin
1 cup BREAKSTONE’S or KNUDSEN 2% Milkfat Low Fat Cottage Cheese
1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Fat Free Cream Cheese
2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Sugar Free Whipped Topping
Instructions
SPRINKLE crumbs onto bottom of 8- or 9-inch springform pan sprayed with cooking spray.
ADD boiling water to gelatin mix in large bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Cool 5 min.; pour into blender. Add cheeses; blend well. Return to bowl. Gently stir in COOL WHIP; pour into springform pan. Smooth top.
REFRIGERATE 4 hours or until set. Loosen cheesecake from side of pan before removing rim.
Balancing a healthy lifestyle, while still enjoying your favorite dishes, doesn’t have to be difficult. One way to get started is by incorporating Pilates in your routine. Although Pilates is a safe, gentle, and easy way to exercise, it’s still important to know the proper safety precautions.
How Not to Get Hurt:
• Be mindful and start out slowly, gently working up to the more strenuous exercises. Stretching beforehand is always a smart idea.
Essential Equipment:
• Most Pilates exercises may be done using a floor mat.
• Some Pilates classes may use other equipment such as a ring, band or ball.
• In addition, specially designed Pilates equipment – think cushy pads on rollers – can be found in health clubs, gyms or Pilates studios. Use the straps to move the pad, using your own body to strengthen and lengthen your arms and legs, as well as your core abdominal and back muscles.
• Although special equipment is not needed to ensure a good workout, using special Pilates equipment may enhance your workout by helping you take advantage of your own body as resistance.
• If Pilates classes or studios are not available in your city, there’s plenty of excellent videos you can try in your own home with a mat!
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This time of year many of us take the opportunity to indulge in our favorite foods, of course it’s also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle – regardless of the season! You can accomplish this by making sure you get enough exercise. Want to do this but are tired of the same old boring routine? Try jazzing up your work-out with Pilates!
Developed from the rehabilitation techniques of Joseph Pilates, the Pilates method is a unique system of specific, linked exercises coupled with focused breathing patterns, often described as a cross between yoga, stretching and calisthenics.
The Benefits of a Pilates:
• Enhances “core” strength and flexibility in muscles of the abdomen, back and legs.
• Increases lung capacity and circulation through deep, healthy breathing.
• Improves posture, balance, agility, economy of motion, bone density and joint health.
• Helps prevent sports-related injuries by promoting muscular balance.
• Creates positive body awareness.
Tips to Improve Your Pilates Workout:
• Qualified instruction is helpful. If you belong to a gym or health club, check the aerobics schedule to see if Pilates is offered.
• Be sure to focus on technique and form: proper breathing, correct spinal and pelvic alignment, and complete concentration on smooth, flowing movements.
• Each Pilates exercise may be modified to allow for a range of difficulty ranging from beginner to advanced. Create a workout that best suits you now, and then increase the intensity gradually as your body conditioning improves.
• Stay in the moment to get the most out of your Pilates workout!
Does your family forget to eat enough fruit during winter? They won’t anymore, after you stir up this Banana-Pecan Dip. Crunchy and layered with nuts, it’s an easy way to enjoy your favorite fruits. Want to prepare a snack for later? You can make this dip ahead of time and store in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours.
1 medium ripe banana
1/2 cup PHILADELPHIA Fat Free Cream Cheese
3 Tbsp. PLANTERS Pecan Pieces
1 Tbsp. orange juice
2 tsp. brown sugar
3 medium apples, cored, sliced
3 medium pears, cored, sliced
Instructions
MASH banana in medium bowl. Add cream cheese; beat with wire whisk until well blended. Add pecans, orange juice and brown sugar; mix well.
So, how important is water? Water is often called the “forgotten” essential nutrient, yet it’s vital for our bodies. Water helps transport nutrients and oxygen to cells and carries waste products out of the body. It helps regulate body temperature and is part of most body fluids such as blood, sweat and tears. It also moistens body tissues in the eyes, mouth and nose and cushions the organs and joints.
The human body is about 50 to 75 percent water, depending on age, gender, body composition, food intake, physical activity level and environmental factors such as how hot it is outside.
The body stays hydrated from the water found in fluids such as drinking water, milk, juice, coffee, tea and soft drinks. Many foods such as fruits and vegetables supply water, too. Always be sure to stay hydrated!
Learn more about water intake guidelines from the Institute of Medicine’s recommendations for water intake for the general public, including children.
Setting, and keeping, nutrition goals for children can be difficult at times. But the more you teach them how important good nutrition is, the better. Those habits help them stay healthy today and in the future. Plus, it lays a foundation for a lifetime of good health!
Nature’s “sweet treats,” also known as the Fruit Group, give kids fiber, potassium, vitamin C, and folate. Just like with veggies, it’s important for kids to eat lots of different colored fruits. Most of the time, choose whole fruits over juices or fruit snacks. When choosing juice, look for 100% fruit juice.
• Pack mini-containers of water-packed fruit in lunches.
• For quick snacks, fill the fruit bowl with your kids’ favorites and keep it within easy reach on the countertop.
• Serve fun fruit for dessert. Try lightly-grilled pineapple rings or blueberries and sliced strawberries topped with a dollop of COOL WHIP Lite Whipped Topping.
Here are some of PHILLY’s kid-friendly, fruity recipes:
Crab dips and spreads are awesome to have at parties. Jazz up the usual crab spread by adding red peppers. Just follow this simple recipe for Cheesy Hot Crab and Red Pepper Spread for your next social event. Your guests will not forget about this luscious spread. They might even ask you for the recipe!
Prep Time:10 min Total Time:30 min Makes:3 cups spread or 24 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 16 crackers each Nutritional Information
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA, 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese, softened
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 medium red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 can (6 oz.) crabmeat, drained
WHEAT THINS Original Crackers
Instructions
PREHEAT oven to 375°F. Remove 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese; cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Mix all remaining ingredients except crackers until well blended.
SPREAD into 9-inch pie plate.
BAKE 20 min. or until crab mixture is heated through and top is lightly browned. Sprinkle with reserved 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot with the crackers.
