Baked Chile Relleno Ala Weight Watchers Recipe
Recipe Ingredients
1 large egg, separated
1 large egg white
1 dash salt
1 canned whole small green chili, dra, ined
3/4 oz shredded cheddar cheese
1 hot or medium salsa (opt)
Recipe Preparation
1. Preheat oven to 350F. Spray 6" au gratin dish with nonstick spray.
Set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, with electric mixer on high speed, beat egg
white and salt until stiff.
3. In a small bowl, lightly beat egg yolk; fold into egg whites.
Spread half the mixture in prepared dish. Open chile and place flat
on top; sprinkle with cheese. Spread remaining egg mixture on top to
make an even layer.
4. Bake until golden brown and center is set; 15-20 minutes. Serve
with salsa if desired.
Source: Weight Watchers Magazine, Feb. 1993
Each serving provides: 2 proteins, 1/2 vegetable, 20 optional cal. Per
serving: 188 cal.
Servings: 1
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