Weight Watcher Diva 2015 Zero-Five Points Plus Authentic Italian Recipes Cookbook by Jackie Jasmine
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WeightWatcherDiva2015Zero-FivePointsPlus
AuthenticItalianRecipesCookbook
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WeightWatcherDivaZero-FivePointsPlusAuthenticItalianRecipesCookbook
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Introduction
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TableofContents:
New!WeightWatchersItalianOscoBuco
New!WeightWatchersItalianPesto
New!WeightWatchersItalianPastaWithSun-DriedTomatoArtichokeSauce
New!WeightWatchersItalianFishAlfredo
New!WeightWatchersItalianBreadSalad
New!WeightWatchersItalianCapreseSalad
New!WeightWatchersItalianOliveOilDipForBread
New!WeightWatchersItalianSalad
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianAntipasto
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianBolgoneseSauce
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianBroccoliAndZiti
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianBrushetta
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianCalamariMarinara
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianCapelliniPomodoro
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenAlfredo
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenCacciatore
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenCarbonero
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenMarsala
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenParmigiana
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenPicatta
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenPortobello
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenRomano
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenScampi
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianEggplantParmigiana
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianFettucciniCarbonero
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianGrilledSalmon
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianLasagna
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianLinguiniwithRedClamSauce
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianManicotti
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianMarinaraSauce
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianMusselsMarinara
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianParmesanEncrustedTilapiaWithVegetables
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianPenneallaVodka
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianShrimpAlfredo
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianShrimpMarinara
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianShrimpPrimavera
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianShrimpScampi
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianSpaghettiAndMeatSauce
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianMeatballs
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianStuffedMushrooms
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianTomatoSauce
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealAndPeppers
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealMarsala
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealParmigiana
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealPicatta
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealScallopini
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianWhiteClamSauce
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianZiti
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianAntipasto
OutsideIcebergLettuceLeaves
1PoundDeliHam,ThinlySliced
1PoundProvoloneCheese,Sliced
1/2PoundMozzarellaCheese,Sliced
1/2PoundGenoaSalami,ThinlySliced
1/2PoundGorgonzolaCheese,Crumbled
1/4PoundCapacolaSausage,Sliced
1/4PoundPepperoniSausage,Sliced
1/4PoundProsciutto,ThinlySliced
1/4PoundThinlySlicedRoastBeef
1CupFreshMushrooms
1JarArtichokeHearts
1JarRoastedRedPeppers
1CanJumboBlackOlives
12PepperonciniPeppers
12RoastedGarlicCloves
1JarPimento-StuffedGreenOlives
GarlicPowderAndItalianSeasoningsToTaste
Linea largeplatterwith the lettuce leaves. Arrange themeats, cheeses,vegetablesandolivesontopofthelettuce.Sprinklewiththegarlicpowderandseasonings.
WeightWatchersPointsPlus:
OutsideIcebergLettuceLeaves–0WeightWatchersPointsPlus
DeliHam–2OuncesIs2WeightWatchersPointsPlus
ProvoloneCheese–3/4OunceIs2WeightWatchersPointsPlus
MozzarellaCheese-3/4OunceIs2WeightWatchersPointsPlus
GenoaSalami-3/4OunceIs2WeightWatchersPointsPlus
GorgonzolaCheese-3/4OunceIs2WeightWatchersPointsPlus
CapacolaSausage–1OunceIs3WeightWatchersPointsPlus
PepperoniSausage-1OunceIs3WeightWatchersPointsPlus
Prosciutto-2OuncesIs2WeightWatchersPointsPlus
RoastBeef–2OuncesIs2WeightWatchersPointsPlus
1CupFreshMushrooms–0WeightWatchersPointsPlus
ArtichokeHearts–0WeightWatchersPointsPlus
RoastedRedPeppers–0WeightWatchersPointsPlus
JumboBlackOlives–6Are1WeightWatchersPointsPlus
PepperonciniPeppers–0WeightWatchersPointsPlus
GarlicCloves–0WeightWatchersPointsPlus
Pimento-StuffedGreenOlives–10SmallAre1WeightWatchersPointsPlus
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianBolgoneseSauce
2TeaspoonsOliveOil
1Onion,Chopped
2GarlicCloves,Minced
16OuncesGroundSirloin
4OuncesProsciutto,Chopped
4RomaTomatoes,Chopped
1/4CupTomatoPaste
ItalianSeasoningsToTaste
SaltAndPepperToTaste
Inalargeskilletsautétheonionandgarlicintheoliveoil.Addgroundsirloinandcookuntil browned. Stir in the prosciutto and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the remainingingredientsandbringtoaboil.Cover,lowerheatandsimmerfor1hour.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings.
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianBroccoliAndZiti
2LargeHeadsBroccoli
1TablespoonButter
3GarlicCloves,Minced
4TablespoonsHeavyCream
2CupsChickenBroth
5TablespoonsParmesanCheese
SaltAndPepperToTaste
1CanArtichokeHeartsInWater
2CupsCookedZiti
Cutyourbroccoliintofloretsandsteamfor10minutes,setaside.Inalargeskillet,sautéthegarlicinthebutterovermediumheat.Stirintheheavycreamandchickenbroth.Stirin theParmesan cheese, salt andpepper.Bring to a boil, cover, lower heat and simmerabout20minutes. Stir in thebroccoliandartichokeheartsandcook foranother2 to5minutes.Serveoveryourcookedziti.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianBrushetta
6Vine-RipenedTomatoes,Chopped
1SweetOnion,Chopped
1/4CupFreshBasil,Chopped
2GarlicCloves,Minced
1TablespoonOliveOil
4OuncesMozzarellaCheese,Shredded
SaltAndPepperToTaste
12OunceLoafOfFrenchBread,CutInHalfLengthwise
Preheat your oven to high broil. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, basil,garlic,oliveoilandcheese;mixwell.Spreadthemixtureoveryourbreadandplaceinabakingpan.Broiluntilthecheeseismelted.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianCalamariMarinara
8TeaspoonsOliveOil
3ClovesGarlic;Minced
1SweetOnion,FinelyChopped
1/4CupParsley;Chopped
2TablespoonsFreshBasil;Chopped
18OuncesSquid;CleanedAndSliced
4OuncesWhiteWine
1/4CupClamJuice
3Cups0WeightWatchersPointsPlusMarinaraSauce
1TeaspoonOregano
SaltAndPepperToTaste
CrushedRedPepperFlakesToTaste
In a large skillet, heat the oil and sauté the garlic and onions until the onions aretranslucent. Stir in theparsley,basil, squid,wine, clam juice,marinara sauce,oregano,salt,pepperandredpepper.Bringtoaboil,lowerheatandcookuntilthesquidistender.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianCapelliniPomodoro
1TablespoonOliveOil
3GarlicCloves,Minced
28OunceCanOfDicedTomatoes
Salt,PepperAndItalianSeasoningsToTaste
2CupsAngelHairPasta,CookedAndDrained
2CupsFreshChoppedBasilLeaves
6TablespoonsParmesanCheese,Grated
Inalargeskillet,heattheoliveoilandsautégarlicuntiltender.Stirinthetomatoes,salt,pepper and Italian seasonings. Heat through, stirring constantly, about 2 to 3minutes.Removefromheat.Tossinthepasta,basilandParmesancheeseandserveimmediately.
MakesFour4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenAlfredo
6OuncesSkinlessBonelessChickenBreasts
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
1/2CupChickenBroth
1TeaspoonButter
1/4CupParmesanCheese,Grated
6TablespoonsHeavyCream
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
2CupsFettuccini,CookedAndDrained
Season thechickenbreastswith the salt,pepperandgarlic. Ina large skillet,bring thechickenbrothtoaboil,addthechickenandcooktodesireddoneness;setaside.Meltthebutter inasaucepan. Stir in thecheese,cream,salt,pepperandgarlic. Cookover lowheat, stirring constantly until thickened, add the chicken and stir. Serve over thefettuccini.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenCacciatore
4TablespoonsFlour
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
19OuncesBoneless,SkinlessChickenBreasts
1TablespoonVegetableOil
1Onion,Chopped
3GarlicCloves,Minced
1GreenBellPepper,Chopped
28OunceCanOfDicedTomatoes
1/2TeaspoonDriedOregano
4OuncesWhiteWine
16OuncesFreshMushrooms,Sliced
SaltAndPepperToTaste
Combine the flour, salt, pepper and garlic in a largeZiploc bag. Add the chicken andshakeuntilcoated.Heattheoilinalargeskillettomedium-high.Addthechickenpiecesandcookuntilbrownedonboth sides.Remove fromskillet. Add theonion,garlicandbellpeppertotheskilletandsautéuntiltender.Returnthechickentotheskilletandaddthe tomatoes, oregano andwine; bring to a boil. Cover, lowerheat and simmer for 30minutes.Stirinthemushrooms,saltandpepper.Simmerfor10-15minutes.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenCarbonero
1TablespoonButter
3BaconSlices,CookedAndDiced
1Onion,Diced
4TablespoonsHeavyCream
12OuncesBoneless,SkinlessChickenBreasts
2CupsCookedSpaghetti
SaltAndPepperToTaste
3OuncesMozzarellaCheese,Grated
2EggYolks
FreshParsley,Chopped
Inalargeskillet,heatthebuttertomediumandsautéthebaconandonionuntilgolden.Addthechickenbreastsandcookuntil thechickenis todesireddoneness. Removethechickenonlyandkeepwarm.Stirinthespaghetti,cream,saltandpepperandheattojustboiling. Stir in thecheeseandeggyolks,stirand turnoff theheat. Place thespaghettimixtureonaservingplatter.Topwiththeheatedchickenandsprinklewiththeparsley.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenMarsala
2TablespoonsFlour
Salt,Pepper,GarlicPowderAndDriedOreganoToTaste
9OuncesSkinless,BonelessChickenBreastTenderloins
1TablespoonButter
1TablespoonOliveOil
16OuncesFreshMushrooms,Sliced
4OuncesMarsalaWine
3OuncesCookingSherry
Placetheflour,salt,pepper,garlicpowderandoreganoinaZiplocbagandshaketomix.Addthechickenandshaketocoat.Inalargeskillet,meltthebutterandoilovermediumheat.Addthechickenandbrownonbothsides.Stirinthemushrooms,wineandsherry.Coverandsimmer10-20minutesuntildesireddoneness.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenParmigiana
12OuncesBoneless,SkinlessChickenBreasts,PoundedThin
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
2-3Cups0WeightWatchersPointPlusTomatoSauce
71/2OuncesMozzarellaCheese,ThinlySliced
4TablespoonsParmesan,Grated
FreshBasilForGarnish
Preheatoventohighbroil. Seasonthechickenwiththesalt,pepperandgarlicpowder.Transfertoabakingsheetandbroil5-8minutes,turningonce.Turnovento400degrees.Top eachbreastwith tomato sauce,mozzarella andParmesan cheese.Bake in the ovenuntilthechickeniscookedthroughandthecheeseismelted.Garnishwiththebasilwhenserving.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenPicatta
4TablespoonsFlour
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
12OuncesSkinlessAndBonelessChickenBreasts,PoundedThin
1TablespoonButter
1TablespoonOliveOil
1/3CupFreshLemonJuice
1/2CupChickenBroth
1/4CupCapers
1/3CupFreshParsley,Chopped
Placetheflour,salt,pepperandgarlicpowderinaZiplocbagandshaketomix.Addthechickenbreastsandshaketocoat.Inalargeskilletovermediumhighheat,meltthebutterwith the olive oil. Cook your chicken 10-12 until browned on both sides and cookedthrough.Transfertoaservingplateandkeepwarm.Stirinthelemonjuice,chickenbrothand capers; bring to boil, scraping the pan. Return the chicken to the pan, cover andsimmerfor5minutes.Garnishwiththeparsleywhenserving.
MakesFour5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenPortobello
1/4CupSeasonedBreadCrumbs
1/4CupParmesanCheese,Grated
Salt,PepperAndItalianSeasoningsToTaste
11OuncesBoneless,SkinlessChickenBreasts,PoundedThin
1TablespoonOliveOil
2GarlicCloves,Minced
16OuncesPortobelloMushrooms,Sliced
2TablespoonsFreshParsley,Chopped
4(3/4OunceEach)SlicesMozzarellaCheese
Preheatovento425degrees.Onalargeplate,mixtogetherthebreadcrumbs,Parmesancheese,salt,pepperandItalianseasonings.Takeyourchickenandpressintothemixtureonbothsidestocoatverywellandtransfertoabakingdish.Inaskillet,placetheoliveoilovermedium-highheat.Addthegarlicandsautéuntilsoft.Stirinthemushroomsandparsley;cookfor5minutes;spoonoverthechickenTopwithmushroommixture,evenlydividedovereachpiece.Arrange theMozzarellacheeseevenlyon top. Bake for25-35minutestodesireddoneness.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenRomano
1/4CupSeasonedBreadCrumbs
Salt,PepperAndItalianSeasoningsToTaste
1/4CupRomanoCheese,Grated
11OuncesBonelessSkinlessChickenBreasts
1TablespoonButter,Melted
Preheatyourovento400degrees.Inalargeplate,combinetheseasonedbreadcrumbs,salt,pepper,ItalianseasoningsandRomanocheese. Brushthechickenwithbutter, thenpress thechicken into thecrumbmixtureoneachside tocoatwell. Placeyourchickenpieces in a baking pan and sprinkle with the remaining crumb mixture. Bake 35-40minutesuntildesireddoneness.
MakesFour5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianChickenScampi
9OuncesChickenBreastTenderloins
SaltAndPepperToTaste
1TablespoonOliveOil
1TablespoonButter
2-3GarlicCloves,Minced
1/2CupChoppedGreenOnion
4-6RomaTomatoes,RoughlyChopped
Salt,PepperAndItalianSeasoningToTaste
Seasonthechickenwithsaltandpepper,setaside.Placetheoliveoilandbutterinalargeskilletonmediumheat.Addthegreenonionsandgarlic;sautéuntiltheonionsaresoft.Stirinthechickenandcookonmediumuntilthechickeniscookedthrough.Stirinthetomatoes, salt, pepper and Italian seasonings. Simmer for 5-8 minutes until desireddoneness.
MakesThree5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianEggplantParmigiana
2LargeEggplants,Sliced1InchThickAndDrainedWell
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
2Cups0PointsPlusTomatoSauce
1BunchFreshBasilLeaves,Chopped
81/4OuncesMozzarellaCheese,Shredded
1/2CupParmigiano-ReggianoCheese,Grated
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Season the eggplant sliceswith the salt, pepper andgarlic powder; place on a baking sheet that has been sprayed with Pam. Bake 12-16minutes until tender, turningonce. Remove and let cool enough to handle. Lower theovento350degrees.
In a large baking pan, layer your dish with eggplant, tomato sauce, basil and cheeses;eggplant, tomato sauce, basil and cheeses. Bake for 20-30minutes until the cheese isbrownandbubbly.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianFettucciniCarbonero
6SlicesCookedBacon
2GarlicCloves,Minced
1Egg
1/2CupParmesanCheese,Grated
1CupWholeMilk
2TablespoonHeavyCream
2CupCookedFettuccini
PepperToTaste
Inalargebowl,combinethebacon,garlic,egg,cheese,milkandcream;mixwell.Placeinalargeskilletonmediumandcook2-4minutesuntilthickened.Addthefettucciniandpepperandcookonlowuntilheatedthrough.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianGrilledSalmon
2TeaspoonsOliveOil
2GarlicCloves,Minced
1TablespoonFreshRosemary,Chopped
LemonAndZestOf1Lemon
SaltAndPepperToTaste
12OuncesSalmonFillet,CutInto1InchCubes
2CupsCherryTomatoes
Preheatyourgrill.Inamediumbowl,whisktogethertheoil,garlic,rosemary,lemon,saltandpepper.Addthesalmonandtomatoesandtosstocoat.Grill4to8minutes,turningoncetodesireddoneness.
MakesFour5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianLasagna
2CupsFatFreeRicottaCheese
1Egg
8OuncesFatFreeMozzarellaCheese,Shredded
1/4CupParmesanCheese,Grated
1/4CupFreshBasil
3CupsAuthenticItalianMeatSauce
12LasagnaNoodles
Preheatovento375degrees.Inalargebowl,combinethericottacheese,egg,mozzarellacheese, Parmesan cheese and basil;mixwell. Spread 1 1/2 cups ofmeat sauce in thebottomofa9x13inchbakingdish.Arrange6noodlesover themeatsauce,spreadwithonehalfof the ricottacheesemixtureand repeat. Coverwith foilandbake25minutescoveredand25minutesuncovered.
MakesEight8WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianLinguiniwithRedClamSauce
1TablespoonOliveOil
1Onion,Chopped
3GarlicCloves,Minced
CrushedRedPepperFlakesToTaste
1CupDryWhiteWine
1/4CupTomatoPaste
228OunceCansDicedTomatoes
SaltAndPepperToTaste
4PoundsLittleneckClams,Scrubbed
1/4CupFreshParsleyLeaves,Chopped
2CupsCookLinguini
Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheat,sautétheonionsandgarlicinthe3minutes.Stirintheredpepper,wine,tomatopasteanddicedtomatoes,saltandpepper;bringtoaboil.Cover, lowerheat and simmer for30minutes. Add the clams to the skillet andcover.Cook until the clams open, 5 to 7minutes. Stir in the parsley and linguini and toss tocombine.Ifanyofyourclamsdonotopen,discard.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianManicotti
2Eggs,Beaten
1/4CupOnions,Minced
2GarlicCloves,Minced
2CupsFatFreeRicottaCheese
1BoxFrozenSpinach,ThawedAndSqueezedDry
4OuncesFatFreeMozzarellaCheese,Shredded
8OuncesCookedManicotti
4Cups0WeightWatchersPointsPlusTomatoSauce
1/4CupParmesanCheese,Grated
Preheatoven to350degrees. In a largebowl, combine the eggs, onions, garlic, ricottacheese, spinach andmozzarella cheese;mixwell. Stuff yourmanicotti shellswith themixture and arrange in a baking pan. Pour the tomato sauce over yourmanicotti andsprinklewiththeParmesancheese.Bakefor35-40minutes,untilbubbly.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianMarinaraSauce
1/2CupBeefOrVegetableBroth
2Onions,FinelyChopped
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
2CeleryRibs,FinelyChopped
2Carrots,FinelyChopped
228OunceCansCrushedTomatoes
2BayLeaves
Salt,PepperAndItalianSeasoningsToTaste
In a largepot, bring thebroth to aboil. Add theonions, garlic, celery andcarrots andsautéuntilthevegetablesaresoft. Stirintheremainingingredientsandbringtoaboil.Lowerheatandsimmerforatleast1hour.Removeanddiscardthebayleaf.
MakesSix0WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianMusselsMarinara
1/2CupBeefOrVegetableBroth
2Onions,FinelyChopped
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
2CeleryRibs,FinelyChopped
2Carrots,FinelyChopped
228OunceCansCrushedTomatoes
2BayLeaves
Salt,PepperAndItalianSeasoningsToTaste
4PoundsMussels,Scrubbed
Ina largepot, bring thebroth to aboil. Add theonions, garlic, celery andcarrots andsautéuntilthevegetablesaresoft. Stirintheremainingingredientsandbringtoaboil.Lowerheatandsimmerforatleast1hour.Addthemussels,bringtoaboilandcookuntiltheyopen.Removeanddiscardthebayleaf.Discardanymusselsthatdonotopen.
Each1CupServingis2WeightWatchersPointsPlus
Weight Watcher Diva Authentic Italian Parmesan Encrusted Tilapia WithVegetables
15OuncesTilapiaFilets
2YellowSquash
2ZucchiniSquash
ItalianSeasoningsToTaste
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
1TablespoonButter
1/4CupParmesanCheese
Preheatovento400degrees.Seasonthetilapia,yellowsquashandzucchiniwithItalianseasonings,salt,pepperandgarlic. Place the tilapia inabakingpan. Ina largeskillet,melt the butter and cook the squashes to tender crisp; arrange around your tilapia andsprinklewiththeParmesancheese.Bake10-20minutestodesireddoneness.
MakesFive3WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianPenneallaVodka
1TeaspoonOliveOil
1Onion,FinelyChopped
2GarlicCloves,Minced
28OunceCanTomatoes
3OuncesVodka
2TablespoonsHeavyCream
1TeaspoonButter
SaltAndPepperToTaste
2CupsCookedPenne
1/4CupParmesanCheese,Grated
Ina largeskilletheat theoliveoil tomediumhighandsauté theonionsandgarlicuntillightlybrowned. Stir in the tomatoesandvodka,bring toaboil, cover, lowerheat andsimmer15-20minutes.Stirintheheavycream,butter,saltandpepperandheatthrough.AddthepenneandParmesancheeseandtoss.Serveimmediately.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianShrimpAlfredo
1/2CupChickenBroth
1TeaspoonButter
1CupMilk
2TablespoonsHeavyCream
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
16OuncesFreshMushrooms,Sliced
11/2CupsMediumShrimp;Peeled,DeveinedAndCooked
1/4CupGratedParmesanCheese
2CupsCookedFettuccine
In large skillet, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Stir in the butter, milk and cream,stirring until butter is melted. Stir in the mushrooms, cooked shrimp and Parmesancheese,reduceheat,coverandsimmer15minutesuntilthesaucebeginstothicken.Addthehotpastaandtoss.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianShrimpMarinara
1/2CupBeefOrVegetableBroth
2Onions,FinelyChopped
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
2CeleryRibs,FinelyChopped
2Carrots,FinelyChopped
228OunceCansCrushedTomatoes
2BayLeaves
Salt,PepperAndItalianSeasoningsToTaste
2CupsLargeShrimp,ShelledandDe-Veined
Ina largepot, bring thebroth to aboil. Add theonions, garlic, celery andcarrots andsautéuntilthevegetablesaresoft. Stirintheremainingingredientsandbringtoaboil.Lowerheatandsimmerforatleast1hour.Stirintheshrimpandcookthrough.Removeanddiscardthebayleaf.
MakesFour2WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianShrimpPrimavera
1TablespoonButter
1Onion,FinelyChopped
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
16OuncesFreshMushrooms,Sliced
1GreenBellPepper,RoughlyChopped
1RedBellPepper,RoughlyChopped
1/2CupFatFreeSunDriedTomatoes
28OuncesCannedCrushedTomatoes
JuiceOf1Lemon
CrushedRedPepperAndBasilToTaste
SaltAndPepperToTaste
3CupsShrimp;Cooked,Peeled,Deveined
2CupsCookedPasta
Melt the 1 tablespoonbutter in large skillet overmediumheat and sauté the onion andgarlicuntiltheonionissoft.Addthemushroomsandbellpeppersandcookanother5-8minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, lemon juice, crushed red pepper, basil, salt and pepper.Bringtoaboil,cover,lowerheatandsimmerfor10minutes.Stirintheshrimpandheatthrough.Serveoverhotpasta.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianShrimpScampi
2CupsChickenBroth
1Shallot,Chopped
2-3GarlicCloves,Minced
1/4CupItalianParsley,Chopped
3CupsPeeled&DeveinedShrimp,TailsLeftOn
SaltAndPepperToTaste
2CupsCookedAngelHairPasta
Inalargeskillet,combinethechickenbroth,shallots,garlicandItalianparsley.Bringtoaboilandcook2minutes.Stirintheshrimpandsimmer3-4minutesuntiltheshrimparecookedthrough.Servewiththeangelhairpasta.
MakesFour4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianSpaghettiAndMeatSauce
9OuncesGroundSirloin
1SweetOnion,Chopped
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
1GreenBellPepper
28OunceCanOfDicedTomatoes
1CupRagu®TraditionalSpaghettiSauce
16OuncesFreshMushrooms,Sliced
1TablespoonSugar
4OuncesBurgundy
SaltAndPepperToTaste
ItalianSeasoningToTaste
2CupsCookedSpaghetti
In a large pot, brown the sirloinwith the onion, garlic and green pepper and garlic onmediumheat.Stirinthetomatoes,Ragu,mushrooms,sugar,wine,salt,pepperandItalianseasoning;bringtoaboil.Cover,lowerheatandsimmerfor1hour,stirringoccasionally.Serveoverhotspaghetti.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianMeatballs
15OuncesLeanGroundBeef
1/2CupFinelyChoppedOnion
1-2GarlicCloves,Minced
1Egg,Beaten
1/4CupMilk
1/2CupSeasonedBreadcrumbs
1TeaspoonOregano
SaltAndPepperToTaste
1/4CupParmesanCheese,Grated
Preheatovento400degrees.Combineallingredientsinalargebowlandmixverywell.Formintomeatballsandplaceonabakingsheet.Bake20-30minutes,turningonce.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianStuffedMushrooms
4TeaspoonsOliveOil
20LargeWhiteMushrooms
1/2CupItalian-StyleSeasonedBreadCrumbs
1/2CupRomanoCheese,Grated
1/2CupParmesanCheese
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
FreshItalianParsleyLeavesToTaste
SaltAndPepperToTaste
Preheattheovento400degrees.Take2teaspoonsoftheoliveoiltogreasealargebakingsheet. De-stem themushrooms, chop the stems and place in a large bowl. Stir in theremainingingredientsandmixwell.Spoonthemixtureintoeachmushroomandarrangeonyourbakingsheet.Drizzletheremaining2teaspoonsofoliveoiloverthemushrooms.Bake25-30minutestodesireddoneness.
EachMushroomisOneWeightWatchersPointsPlus
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianTomatoSauce
1/4CupBeefBroth
1SweetOnion,Chopped
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
228OunceCansTomatoPuree
28OunceCanPlumTomatoes,Crushed
2TablespoonsRedWineVinegar
Salt,PepperAndItalianSeasoningsToTaste
Inavery largepot,bring thebroth toaboil. Add theonionsandgarlicandsautéuntilsoft. Stir in the remaining ingredientsandbring toaboil. Lowerheatandsimmer1-3hours,stirringoccasionally.
MakesEight0WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
Note:Forasweetersauce,add1tablespoonofsugarfor1WeightWatchersPointsPlus
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealAndPeppers
17OuncesVealSirloin,Cubed
SaltAndPepperToTaste
1TablespoonOliveOil
1SweetOnion,Chopped
3-4GarlicCloves,Minced
1GreenBellPepper,Chopped
4OuncesSauterneWine4
28OunceCanOfWholeTomatoes,Crushed
CrushedRedPepperAndOreganoToTaste
SaltAndPepperToTaste
Seasonthevealcubeswithsaltandpepper.Inalargeskillet,heattheoiltomediumhighandbrown theveal lightly. Add theonions,garlicandgreenbellpepperand sauté3-5minutesuntiltheonionsaretranslucent.Stirintheremainingingredientsandbringtoaboil.Reducetheheatandsimmer5-10minutesuntilthevealistender.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealMarsala
2TablespoonsFlour
Salt,Pepper,GarlicPowderAndDriedOreganoToTaste
11OuncesSirloinVealCutlets
1TablespoonButter
1TablespoonOliveOil
16OuncesFreshMushrooms,Sliced
4OuncesMarsalaWine
2TablespoonsCream
Placetheflour,salt,pepper,garlicpowderandoreganoinaZiplocbagandshaketomix.Add thevealandshake tocoat. Ina large skillet,melt thebutterandoilovermediumheat.Addthevealandbrownonbothsides.Stirinthemushroomsandwine.Coverandsimmer10-15minutesuntildesireddoneness.Stirinthecreamandheatthrough.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealParmigiana
12OuncesVealSirloin,PoundedThin
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
2-3Cups0WeightWatchersPointPlusTomatoSauce
71/2OuncesMozzarellaCheese,ThinlySliced
4TablespoonsParmesan,Grated
FreshBasilForGarnish
Preheat oven to high broil. Season the veal with the salt, pepper and garlic powder.Transfertoabakingsheetandbroil5-8minutes,turningonce.Turnovento400degrees.Topeachvealpiecewithtomatosauce,mozzarellaandParmesancheese.Bakeintheovenuntil theveal iscooked throughand thecheese ismelted. Garnishwith thebasilwhenserving.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealPicatta
15OuncesVealSirloin,CutTo1/2InchThick15
SaltAndPepperToTaste
4TablespoonsFlour2
2TeaspoonsButter
1TeaspoonOliveOil
2GarlicCloves,Minced
1PoundFreshMushrooms,Sliced
JuiceOf2-3Lemons
1/2CupDryWhiteWine4
1-2TablespoonsCapersAndJuice
FreshParsleyAndLemonSlicesForGarnish
Seasonthevealwiththesaltandpepper.PlacetheflourandvealinalargeZiplocbag;shaketocoat.Heatthebutterandoliveoilinlargeskillet.Addthevealandbrownonbothsides;removefromtheskilletandkeepwarm.Stirinthegarlicandmushroomsandcook1-2minutes.Returnthevealtoyourskillet.Stirinthelemonjuiceandwine;bringtoaboil.Coverandsimmer20-25minutesuntildesireddoneness.Stirinthecapers.Transfertoawarmplatter;sprinklewiththeparsleyandgarnishwithlemonslices.
MakesSix4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianVealScallopini
18OuncesVealSirloinSteak,Cut1/4InchThick
SaltAndPepperToTaste
3TablespoonsBeefBroth
1Onion,Chopped
1-2GarlicCloves,Minced
28OunceCanOfDicedTomatoes
1/4CupDryWhiteWine
1-2TablespoonsCapers,Drained
OreganoToTaste
SaltAndPepperToTaste
Cutmeatinto6equalpiecesandpoundthin;seasonwiththesaltandpepper;setaside.Inalargeskillet,heatthebeefbrothtomediumhighandsautétheonionandgarlicuntiltheonionsaretranslucent.Stirintheremainingingredientsandbringtoaboil.Reduceheatandsimmer,uncovered,for20-30minutes;keepwarm. SprayanotherlargeskilletwithPam and cook the veal over medium-high heat for 1 to 3 minutes per side to desireddoneness.Servewithyoursauce.
MakesSix3WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianWhiteClamSauce
1TablespoonOliveOil
1Onion,Chopped
4-6GarlicCloves,FinelyChopped
RedPepperFlakesToTaste
OreganoToTaste
1/2CupDryWhiteWine
1/2CupBottledClamJuice
SaltAndPepperToTaste
2PoundsSmallClams,ScrubbedWell
1TablespoonButter
1/3CupChoppedFreshFlat-LeafParsley
Heattheoilinalargeheavypotovermediumhighheatandsautétheonionuntilgolden,
about4minutes.Stirinthegarlic,redpepperflakes,andoreganoandsauté2minutes.Stirinthewhitewine,clamjuice,saltandpepper;bringtoaboilfor2-4minutestoreduce.Add the clams, cover and simmer4-6minutesuntil the clamsopen. Remove from theheatandstirinthebutterandparsley.
MakesSix3WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatcherDivaAuthenticItalianZiti
2CupsCookedZiti
10OuncesItalianSausage,RemovedFromCasing
1-2RedChiliPeppers,De-SeededAndChopped
3Cups0WeightWatchersPointsPlusTomatoSauce
Basil,RosemaryAndOreganoToTaste
8OuncesMozzarellaCheese
1/4CupParmesanCheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place the cooked pasta in a large baking pan. In a largeskillet,brownthesausagewiththechilipeppers.Stirinthetomatosauce,basil,rosemaryandoregano;pouroveryourpasta.Sprinklethecheesesoverthetop.Coverwithfoilandbake30minutescoveredand10minutesuncovered.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatchersItalianOscoBuco
1/2CupAll-PurposeFlour
GarlicPowderToTaste
OnionPowderToTaste
SaltAndPepperToTaste
1PoundLambShanks
4TeaspoonsOliveOil
1-2Onions,Chopped
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
1-2Carrots,Diced
1-2CeleryRibs,Diced
FreshThymeToTaste
5OuncesDryRedWine
1CupBeefBroth
14OunceCanDicedTomato
SaltAndPepperToTaste
Combinetheflour,garlicpowder,onionpowder,saltandpepperinashallowdishandmixwell. Dredgethelambshanksin theflour. Heat theoil ina largeskilletovermedium-highheat.Addthelambshanksandbrownwellonbothsides.Removeandkeepwarm.Addtheonions,garlic,carrotsandcelerytotheskilletandsautéuntiltheonionsaresoft.Add the veal back to the skillet and stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil,coverandlowertheheattosimmer.Simmer1½-2hours,bastingoccasionally.
MakesEight4WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatchersItalianPesto
4GarlicCloves,Minced
1OuncePineNuts
1TablespoonOliveOil
1/4CupGratedParmesanCheese
SmallHandfulFreshBasil
Combineallingredientsinyourfoodprocessorandprocesstodesiredconsistency.
MakesFive2WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatchersItalianPastaWithSun-DriedTomatoArtichokeSauce
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatchersItalianFishAlfredo
9OuncesTilapiaFillets
GarlicPowderToTaste
OnionPowderToTaste
SaltAndPepperToTaste
1/2CupChickenBroth
1TeaspoonButter
1/4CupParmesanCheese,Grated
6TablespoonsHeavyCream
Salt,PepperAndGarlicPowderToTaste
2CupsFettuccini,CookedAndDrained
Preheatyouroven to400degrees. Season the fish filletswith thegarlicpowder,onionpowder,saltandpepper.Placeinaglassbakingdishandbake20-25minutesuntilflaky.Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan. Stir in the cheese, cream, salt, pepper andgarlic. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened, add the fish and spoonsauceoverthefish.Serveoverthefettuccini.
MakesSix5WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatchersItalianBreadSalad
4OuncesItalianBread,CutIntoBiteSizePieces
1-2CupsFreshBasil
1PintCherryTomatoes,Halved
1RedOnion,Diced
2-4GarlicCloves,Minced
2TablespoonsOliveOil
RedWineOrBalsamicVinegarToTaste
DriedItalianHerbsToTaste
SaltAndPepperToTaste
Combinethebread,basil,tomatoes,onionsandgarlicinalargesaladbowl.Drizzlewiththeoliveoilandvinegar,seasonwiththeherbs,saltandpepperandtoss tocoat. Serveimmediately.
MakesSix2WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatchersItalianCapreseSalad
2LargeBeefsteakTomatoes,ThicklySliced
2OuncesMozzarellaCheese,ThinlySliced
1/4CupCapers
FreshBasilLeavesToTaste
2TablespoonsOliveOil
RedWineOrBalsamicVinegarToTaste
FreshlyGroundBlackPepperToTaste
Arrangethetomatoesonyourservingplateandtopeachonewithasliceofcheese.Topwiththecapersandbasil.Drizzlewiththeoliveoilandvinegarandseasonwiththeblackpepper.
MakesFour3WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatchersItalianOliveOilDipForBread
1/4CupOliveOil
FreshMincedGarlicToTaste
FreshlyGroundBlackPepper
1/4CupFreshlyGratedParmesanCheese
WhiteBalsamicVinegarToTaste
PourtheoliveoilontoadecorativeItalianplate.Placethegarlicinthecenteroftheoliveoil,addthepepperandparmesancheeseanddrizzlewiththebalsamicvinegar.
MakesSeven2WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings
WeightWatchersItalianSalad
6CupsTornRomaineLettuce
2CupsItalianLettuceMix
1-2CupsGrapeTomatoes,Halved
1-2Cucumbers,Sliced
DicedRedAnd/OrGreenBellPeppersToTaste
1RedOnion,SlicedIntoThinRings
1Carrot,Stringed
1/4CupFetaCheese,Crumbled
WithoutTheSaladDressing,MakesSix1WeightWatchersPointsPlusServings