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Nutrition Recipe BookNutritious and Delicious RecipesMade with Ensure
Strength Through NutritionThe recipes in this booklet have been created to help give youwhat you need to stay strong with nutrition.Whether you’re in the mood for a nutritious breakfast or adelicious treat, these nutritious recipes will help provide yourbody with the good nutrition and the energy it needs.RECIPES OVERVIEWENSURE ENLIVE RECIPESENSURE PLUS RECIPESEasy Pancakes.4Vanilla-Maple Frozen Yogurt. 26Creamy Rice Pudding.6Chocolate Fudge. 28Carrot Ginger Soup.8Cinnamon Rice.10Broccoli Rice Casserole. 12Chicken Stroganoff. 14Roasted Sweet Potato Mash. 16Spinach and Tomato Quiche. 18Strawberry Banana Smoothie.20Berry Smoothie. 22Green Smoothie. 24ENSURE ORIGINAL RECIPESApple Pecan Muffins.30Banana Tiramisu Recipe. 32Butter Pecan Crème Brûlée. 34Dark Chocolate Chip Banana Bread. 36Red Velvet Cupcakes. 38Pumpkin Spice Bread Pudding.40Cranberry Spice Bread. 42Featuring recipes made with Ensure Enlive ,Ensure Original, and Ensure Plus3
Easy PancakesReady in 20 minutesMADE WITHMakes 12 pancakesINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8-fl-oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla1 cup pancake mix1 large egg1 Tbsp butter, melted1 Tbsp waterDIRECTIONS1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir to moisten.2. Pour batter onto hot, lightly-greased skillet. Turn when bubblesappear and underside of pancakes is golden brown.3. Serve immediately with maple syrup, fresh fruits and/or fruit sauce.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 2 pancakesCalories. 160Fat . 5 gSodium. 340 mg4Carbohydrate.23 gDietary fiber. 1 gProtein.6 g5
Creamy Rice PuddingReady in 45 minutesMADE WITHMakes 2 servingsINGREDIENTS2 bottles (16 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla¼ cup Arborio rice (or short-grain white rice), uncooked1 Tbsp pure maple syrup1 cinnamon stickDIRECTIONS1. Using a sieve, rinse the rice under cold water.2. In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients. Cook over low-mediumheat, stirring frequently to ensure ingredients don’t stick to thebottom of the pan and to prevent a skin from forming on the top. Donot boil.3. Reduce heat to low for 20 to 30 minutes or until the pudding reachesa consistency slightly more liquid than you would like. Remove fromheat and let cool uncovered; more liquid will absorb during this time.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 cupCalories. 460Fat .12 gSodium.240 mg6Carbohydrate. 68 gDietary fiber.4 gProtein.23 g7
Carrot Ginger SoupReady in 50 minutesMADE WITHMakes 4 servingsINGREDIENTS2 bottles (16 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla1 lb baby carrots1 ½ Tbsp butter1 cup onion, chopped1 ½ tsp chicken soup base½ cup water1 ½ tsp ginger root, peeled and chopped¾ tsp ground coriander½ tsp orange zest¼ tsp ground black pepperDIRECTIONS1. Boil carrots until tender. Drain.2. Melt butter in a medium pan. Add onion and chicken soup base. Sautéuntil onion is tender, but not brown.3. Combine carrots, onion mixture, Ensure , water, ginger root, coriander,orange zest, and pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth.4. Heat to serving temperature. DO NOT BOIL.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 cupCalories.270Fat . 10 gSodium.790 mg8Carbohydrate. 36 gDietary fiber.6 gProtein.11 g9
Cinnamon RiceReady in 45 minutesMADE WITHMakes 6 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla2 tsp vegetable oil⅔ cup white basmati rice2 green or brown cardamom pods (or ¼ tsp groundcardamom)3 whole cloves1 bay leaf1 cinnamon stick, broken in half (or ¼ tsp ground cinnamon)¼ tsp salt⅔ cup waterDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 350 F.2. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.3. Add rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to toast the rice.4. Add cardamom, cloves, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, and salt, andcontinue to stir. Add water and bring to a simmer.5. Add Ensure and continue to cook until it begins to simmer. (Do notallow the mixture to come to a boil.)6. Remove from heat.7. Pour mixture into a 8-inch square oven-safe baking dish.8. Cover tightly with aluminum foil.9. Place on the middle rack of the oven and cook for 30 minutes.10. Check the rice. It may need an additional 5 minutes to absorb all ofthe liquid.11. Remove from oven. Allow the rice to steam, covered, for 5 minutes.12. Remove cover.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: ⅓ cupCalories. 140Fat . 3.5 gSodium. 135 mg10Carbohydrate. 24 gDietary fiber. 1 gProtein. 5 g11
Broccoli RiceCasseroleReady in 1 hour 15 minutesMADE WITHMakes 4 servingsINGREDIENTS2 bottles (16 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla1 Tbsp butter1 small onion, chopped½ cup celery, choppedOne 10-oz package frozen, chopped broccoli, thawed4 oz light process cheese, cubed¼ tsp black pepper1 cup long-grain rice, uncookedDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 350 F.2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter.3. Sauté onion, celery, and broccoli for 5 minutes.4. Add cheese, Ensure , and pepper. Stir until cheese melts.5. Add rice.6. Pour mixture into a 9-inch square casserole dish coated with cookingspray.7. Bake covered for 45 minutes. Uncover and cook for 15 minutes oruntil rice is cooked and mixture is hot and bubbly.8. Serve immediately.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 cupCalories.400Fat .12 gSodium.610 mg12Carbohydrate. 55 gDietary fiber. 5 gProtein. 20 g13
Chicken StroganoffReady in 35 minutesMADE WITHMakes 2 servingsINGREDIENTS½ cup (4 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla1 tsp olive oilTwo 3 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 4 strips each½ tsp saltFreshly ground black pepper, to taste2 shallots, peeled and sliced thin½ tsp paprika2 cups button mushrooms, stems removed and sliced½ cup low-sodium chicken stock½ tsp Dijon mustard2 Tbsp flat leaf parsley, coarsely chopped1 tsp cornstarch2 Tbsp fat-free sour cream⅔ cup egg noodles, cooked and hotDIRECTIONS1. Heat oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chickenwith salt and pepper and brown, cooking 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Transferchicken to a plate and keep warm.2. Using the same hot pan, add shallots and 30 mL (2 Tbsp) water and sauté for2 minutes. Add paprika and mushrooms and sauté until mushrooms are golden.Add chicken stock, mustard, and parsley, and cook until liquid is reduced byhalf.3. In a small bowl, combine 15 mL (1 Tbsp) cold water and cornstarch, then addit to the sauce; continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Reduceheat to low and stir in Ensure . Add cooked chicken and continue to cook for2 to 3 minutes. Chicken should be cooked thoroughly. (Do not allow sauce toboil.)4. Serve each portion of chicken over 75 mL (⅓ cup) cooked noodles. Garnishwith parsley and sour cream.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 2 cupsCalories. 390Fat .8 gSodium.870 mg14Carbohydrate. 50 gDietary fiber. 5 gProtein.32 g15
Roasted SweetPotato MashReady in 60 minutesMADE WITHMakes 6 servingsINGREDIENTS½ cup (4 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla1 ½ lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces1 large baking apple, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 pieces2 tsp fresh ginger, grated¼ tsp ground cinnamon⅛ tsp ground cardamom½ tsp salt1 tsp vegetable oilDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 400 F.2. In a medium oven-safe baking dish, combine sweet potatoes, applebits, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, salt, and oil. Toss together.3. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Bake an additional 15 to4. 20 minutes or until the potatoes are soft and slightly caramelized. (Ifpotatoes are sticking to the pan, carefully add a few tablespoons ofwater.)5. Transfer mixture to a mixing bowl, add Ensure and mash with potatomasher. Serve hot.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: ⅓ cupCalories.150Fat . 2 gSodium.280 mg16Carbohydrate.32 gDietary fiber. 5 gProtein.4 g17
Spinach and TomatoQuicheReady in 1 hourMADE WITHMakes 6 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla1 commercial or homemade 25-cm (10-inch) pie crust,pre-cooked1 Tbsp canola oil1 onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 tsp dried basil4 cups baby spinach¼ cup 1% milk3 large eggs1 cup cheddar cheese, grated1 tomato, sliced¼ tsp each, salt and pepperDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 375 F.2. In a large non-stick pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic,spinach, dried basil, salt, and pepper and cook for 3 to 5 minutes,until spinach has wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.3. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and Ensure together. Mix gratedcheese into egg mixture.4. Place spinach in pie mold and spread evenly. Pour egg mixture overspinach and place sliced tomatoes on the top.5. Cook for 45 minutes.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: ⅙ of quicheCalories.350Fat .21 gSodium. 450 mg18Carbohydrate. 26 gDietary fiber. 3 gProtein. 14 g19
Berry BananaSmoothieReady in 5 minutesMADE WITHMakes 2 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla, chilled½ cup frozen whole raspberries½ cup frozen whole strawberries1 small banana, sliced1 Tbsp sugar (or artificial sweetener)DIRECTIONS1. In a blender, combine all ingredients.2. Blend until smooth.3. Pour into glasses and serve.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 cupCalories. 280Fat .6 gSodium.120 mg20Carbohydrate. 47 gDietary fiber.6 gProtein.11 g21
Berry SmoothieReady in 5 minutesMADE WITHMakes 2 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Enlive Vanilla, chilled1 cup mixed berry low-fat yogurtDIRECTIONS1. In a blender, combine Ensure and yogurt.2. Blend until smooth.3. Serve chilled.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 cupCalories. 290Fat . 7 gSodium.170 mg22Carbohydrate. 44 gDietary fiber. 2 gProtein.13 g23
Green SmoothieReady in 5 minutesMADE WITHMakes 2 servingsINGREDIENTS1111bottle (8 fl oz) Vanilla Ensure Enlive cup fresh baby spinachbananacup fresh or frozen mangoDIRECTIONS1. Blend spinach with Ensure .2. Add fruits and blend again until smooth.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 cupCalories. 290Fat .6 gSodium. 140 mg24Carbohydrate.52 gDietary fiber.6 gProtein.12 g25
Vanilla-Maple FrozenYogurtReady in 3 hoursMADE WITHMakes 6 servingsINGREDIENTS2 bottles (16 fl oz) Ensure Plus, Vanilla1 cup plain Greek-style yogurt⅓ cup pure maple syrupA pinch of saltDIRECTIONS1. In a medium to large bowl, mix Ensure , yogurt, maple syrup,and salt.2. If you have an ice cream maker, pour mixture into ice cream makerand follow manufacturer’s directions.3. Alternatively, to make frozen yogurt without an ice cream maker,pour mixture into a wide shallow container and freeze, uncovered.4. As mixture starts to freeze near the edges (after approximately 1hour), remove container from the freezer and stir vigorously with aspatula to break up any frozen sections. If you have one, use a handheld mixer or stick blender to do this. Return to freezer.5. Repeat this process every 30-45 minutes until mixture is frozenand has reached a consistency of your liking. This should takeapproximately 3 hours.6. Once evenly frozen, store in an airtight container with a lid.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: ½ cupCalories. 190Fat .4 gSodium. 135 mg26Carbohydrate. 30 gDietary fiber.0 gProtein.8 g27
Chocolate FudgeReady in 2 hoursMADE WITHMakes 16 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Plus, Milk Chocolate2 cups semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped2 Tbsp unsalted butterPinch of salt¼ cup walnutsDIRECTIONS1. Put Ensure butter, and salt in a saucepan on low heat. Gently heatwithout bringing to a boil.2. Add chocolate to melt, stirring constantly. Add walnuts and mix well.3. Spread in a 8-inch square baking dish lined with parchment paper.4. Refrigerate until set. Store covered in the refrigerator.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 squareCalories.150Fat . 10 gSodium.35 mg28Carbohydrate.17 gDietary fiber. 1 gProtein. 2 g29
Apple Pecan MuffinsReady in 50 minutesMADE WITHMakes 15 muffinsINGREDIENTS1 ½ cups (12 fl oz) Ensure Original Butter Pecan1 cup all-purpose flour1 ½ tsp baking powder½ tsp baking soda½ tsp ground cinnamon2 cups bran cereal⅓ cup brown sugar, firmly packed1 cup apples, peeled and chopped½ cup unsweetened applesauce1 large eggDIRECTIONS1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, andcinnamon. Make a well in the center.2. In another bowl, stir together bran cereal, Ensure , and sugar.3. Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in chopped apples, applesauce, and egg.4. Add to flour mixture. Stir until moistened.5. Spray muffin pans with cooking spray or line with paper baking cups.Fill ⅔ full.6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 muffinCalories.110Fat .1.5 gSodium. 140 mg30Carbohydrate.23 gDietary fiber. 3 gProtein. 3 g31
Banana TiramisuRecipeReady in 5 hoursMADE WITHMakes 8 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Original VanillaOne 3 ½-oz package instant banana pudding½ cup cold skim milk8 oz light cream cheese½ cup fat-free sour cream1 cup light whipped topping¼ cup orange juice¼ cup water16 ladyfingers½ oz dark chocolate shavings2 whole medium-size bananas, peeled and cut into thin slicesDIRECTIONS1.Pour dry pudding mix into a bowl. Add Ensure and milk. Whisk by hand for 2minutes or until mixture is thick and smooth. Set aside.2. In a medium mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with an electric mixer for 1 to 2minutes or until light and fluffy. Add sour cream and beat for3. 30 seconds. Reduce speed to low, pour in pudding mixture, and mix untilsmooth. Fold in whipped topping and banana slices. (Reserve several slices ofbanana for garnish.)4. Combine orange juice and water in a small shallow bowl. Dip each ladyfinger injuice mixture and arrange 8 ladyfingers in the bottom of a 8-inch square bakingpan. Spread with half of banana cream (about 2 cups).5. Repeat with remaining ladyfingers (dipped in juice) and banana cream. Thisdessert can also be assembled in individual glasses.6. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings, cover, and chill for 4 to 24 hours.7.To serve, cut into 8 portions. Store covered in the refrigerator.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 cupCalories. 410Fat .12 gSodium. 400 mg32Carbohydrate. 61 gDietary fiber. 2 gProtein.13 g33
Butter Pecan CrèmeBrûléeReady in 3 hoursMADE WITHMakes 4 servingsINGREDIENTS1 ½ cups (12 fl oz) Ensure Original Butter Pecan2 large eggs2 Tbsp sugar½ tsp vanilla extractSugar for toppingDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 300 F.2. In a medium-size bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth.3. Add Ensure and vanilla to egg mixture. Use a rubber spatula togently fold together.4. Divide mixture into 4 ramekins or custard cups. Place ramekins intoan ovenproof pan.5. Pour water into the pan until water is halfway up the sides of theramekins. Place pan in oven.6. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until crème brûlée "wiggles" slightly.Remove ramekins from water.7. Refrigerate until completely cold.8. When ready to serve, sprinkle about 1 tsp of sugar on top of eachramekin. Place under the oven broiler (or pass a kitchen torch overthe surface) until sugar caramelizes and turns light brown.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 ramekinCalories. 140Fat . 4.5 gSodium. 115 mg34Carbohydrate. 19 gDietary fiber.0 gProtein. 7 g35
Dark Chocolate ChipBanana BreadReady in 1 hour 30 minutesMADE WITHMakes 12 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Original Vanilla2 ½ cups all-purpose flour1 tsp baking powder½ tsp baking soda½ tsp ground cinnamon¼ tsp salt1 large egg½ cup brown sugar, packed½ cup unsalted butter, softened1 ½ cups bananas (approximately 3 medium-size bananas), mashed½ cup dark chocolate chipsDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda,salt, and cinnamon.3. In a large bowl, cream brown sugar and butter with a beater. Whisk inegg, mashed bananas, and Ensure .4. Mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Stir inchocolate chips.5. Bake for 55 minutes, or until top of bread turns brown and cracksalong the top.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 sliceCalories. 300Fat .12 gSodium.170 mg36Carbohydrate. 43 gDietary fiber. 2 gProtein.6 g37
Red Velvet CupcakesReady in 45 minutesMADE WITHMakes 20 cupcakesINGREDIENTSFor the cupcakes:1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Original Vanilla2 cups all-purpose flour1 Tbsp natural or pure cocoa powder*1 ½ tsp baking powder1 tsp salt½ cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar2 large eggs¼ cup beet juice1 tsp vanilla extract1 Tbsp lemon juice* Use pure or natural cocoa powder; avoiddutch processed cocoa powder for thisrecipe as it may affect the final color.For the frosting:⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened2 cups powdered sugar½ cup part-skim ricotta cheese1 Tbsp vanilla extractDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line muffin pans with 20 paper baking cups.2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light andfluffy. Mix in eggs, Ensure , beet juice, vanilla, and lemon juice. The batter willbe very lumpy and may start to separate at this point – don’t worry, it getssmooth again once flour mixture is incorporated!4. Stir flour mixture into batter until just blended.5. Spoon batter into the prepared cups, dividing evenly. Bake for 20 to 25minutes.6. While cupcakes are baking, prepare frosting by beating together butter, ricottacheese, and vanilla.7. Slowly add powdered sugar, approximately ½ cup at a time, until desiredconsistency is obtained.8. Let cupcakes cool in the pan set over a wire rack before frosting.9. Mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Stir in chocolatechips.10. Bake for 55 minutes, or until top of bread turns brown and cracks along thetop.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 cupcake with icingCalories. 240Fat .9 gSodium.190 mg38Carbohydrate. 35 gDietary fiber. 1 gProtein.4 g39
Pumpkin Spice BreadPuddingReady in 45 minutesMADE WITHMakes 10 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Original Vanilla1 cup canned or homemade 100% pure pumpkin puree(not pumpkin pie filling)2 large eggs½ cup light brown sugar, packed1 tsp ground cinnamon¼ tsp ground nutmeg¼ tsp ground allspice1 tsp pure vanilla extract½ loaf (about 5 cups) challah (egg) bread, diced½ cup golden raisins1 Tbsp canola oil, for brushingDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Brush a 11 X 7 X 2-inch rectangular bakingdish with oil.2. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, eggs, brown sugar, andspices. Whisk in Ensure and vanilla.3. Combine bread and raisins in the baking dish. Pour mixture overbread, mix to cover and let sit 15 minutes to let bread soften.4. Bake for 30 minutes or until mixture is set. Let cool slightly beforeserving.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: ¾ cupCalories.230Fat . 5 gSodium. 200 mg40Carbohydrate. 39 gDietary fiber. 2 gProtein. 7 g41
Cranberry SpiceBreadReady in 1 hour 15 minutesMADE WITHMakes 10 servingsINGREDIENTS1 bottle (8 fl oz) Ensure Original, Vanilla¼ cup unsalted butter, melted2 cups all-purpose flour½ cup light brown sugar, packed2 tsp baking powder½ tsp baking soda1 tsp salt1 Tbsp ground cinnamon1 tsp ground cardamom1 large egg10 oz bag of frozen cranberriesZest of 1 orangeDIRECTIONS1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Butter a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.2. In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, bakingsoda, salt, and spices.3. In a medium bowl, combine butter, egg, and Ensure . Add wetmixture to dry mixture and mix until just combined. Fold incranberries and orange zest.4. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center of loafcomes out clean. Let cool on wire rack before serving.NUTRITION FACTSServing size: 1 sliceCalories.230Fat .6 gSodium. 430 mg42Carbohydrate. 39 gDietary fiber. 3 gProtein. 5 g43
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2. If you have an ice cream maker, pour mixture into ice cream maker and follow manufacturer’s directions. 3. Alternatively, to make frozen yogurt without an ice cream maker, pour mixture into a wide shallow container and freeze, uncovered. 4. As mixtu
