Sunday at My Mom's Meal Comparison

Here is a slimmed down typical Sunday meal. This is what MOM would serve. Of course MOM'S Chicken was fried in Crisco, the Mashed Potatoes were made with potatoes, whole milk and  real butter, the green beans had not only the bacon but a bit of the bacon grease added. Then comes MOM'S Apple Pie warm right from the oven. Crust made with lard, white flour, sugar, apples, and real butter. I looked up recipes similar to MOM'S and did the math for Points Plus it equaled up to an amazing 37 Points Plus. Of course Mom would have included a loaf of homemade bread and milk gravy which would add another 4 PP per slice of bread and 3 PP for the gravy.That's if we had measured and weighed out our portions. With the slimmed down recipes below the meal equals  16 Points Plus.

 This brought back so many wonderful memories, but I know I can make the healthy recipes below and be more satisfied, not feel like I've eaten the house down and really enjoy a Sunday meal like MOM used the make. I hope you all enjoy this comparison meal. I look forward  making this MOM meal when I get back from vacation. If any of you have favorites MOM meals please share. If you email them to me I will even point them out as best I can and share your memories.

Buttermilk Ranch Fried Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:
- 12 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
- 2/3 cup reduced-fat buttermilk
- 1/3 cup Fiber One bran Cereal
- 1 packet Ranch Salad Dressing and Seasoning Mix
- 1/3 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried parsley flakes
- non fat cooking spray, butter flavored
Directions:
In a Tupperware container, or large Ziploc bag, mix the buttermilk, salt, pepper and dried parsley flakes. Add the chicken, and coat it well. Refrigerate overnight or at least 3 hours.
Preheat oven to 375ºF. Lightly coat a large baking sheet with the butter flavored nonstick, non-fat cooking spray. In a food processor or blender, and grind the Fiber One cereal to a breadcrumb-like consistency. Pour the crumb mixture into a large bowl and add in the Panko bread crumbs and Ranch Salad Seasoning Mix. Remove each individual piece of chicken from the buttermilk, and dip it into the crumb/seasoning mixture. Make sure to coat each piece thoroughly. Lay each coated piece on the baking sheet. Give them all a quick once over spray with the butter flavored non-fat cooking spray. Bake for about 1-12 minutes on each side, or until the edges are crispy.
Entire recipe makes 2 servings
Each serving = 7 Point Plus

Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 small head cauliflower, trimmed, core removed, cut into small florets (should yield about 2-3 cups of cauliflower
- 1 small red potato, unpeeled and chopped
- 1 cup turnips, trimmed and cubed
- 2 tbsp fat free half & half
- 1 tbsp fat free sour cream
- 1 tbsp light butter (I used Brummel & Brown)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Top with chives or green onions if you’d like!
*OPTIONAL: add in freshly chopped thyme, sage and rosemary for a fabulous Fall- like flavor
Directions:
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and add about 1 tbsp salt; add the cauliflower, potato, and turnips as they’re prepped. Reduce heat to maintain a fast simmer, cover and cook for about 20 minutes or until vegetables are cooked through. Drain well and transfer to a food processor. Process until smooth. Return pureed cauliflower to the hot pan on medium high heat. Stirring often, cook off the excess liquid, about 5 – 10 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients. Transfer to serving bowl. Serve and enjoy!
Serving size is 3/4cup= 2 Points Plus

Shallots and Butter Green Beans Recipe

Ingredients:
- 2 lbs green beans, cleaned & trimmed
- 1 cup sliced shallots
- 2 tbsp Hormel 50% Less Fat Real Bacon Bits
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp light butter (I used Brummel & Brown)
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/2 tsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
Directions:
In a large frying pan or wok, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and shallots and saute for about 4 minutes. Stir in the balsamic vinegar and cook for 1 1/2 more minutes.
Remove from the heat and add in the grated lemon rind, chopped thyme, salt and pepper.
Cook the green beans in boiling water for about 3 minutes (or until crisp-tender); drain.
In a large bowl, combine the green beans with the shallot mixture and toss well to coat.
Entire recipe makes 10 servings
Serving size is 1 cup
Each serving = 1 Point Total

 Each serving = 1 Point Total

Homemade Apple Cobbler Recipe

Ingredients:
- 8 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup light butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 1/3 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup whole wheat, all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp whole wheat, all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F. In a blender or food processor, combine ½ cup flour, ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup light brown sugar and butter; pulse 3-4 times or until crumbly. Set aside.
Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl; toss gently to combine. Spoon apple mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish coated with non fat, butter flavored cooking spray; sprinkle with crumb mixture. Bake at 375°F for 40 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.
Entire recipe makes 6 servings
Serving size is 1 cup
Each serving = 6  Point  Plus