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Cappuccino machines are relatively expensive, a good espresso cappuccino maker to display on your own kitchen counter will cost you a few hundred bucks. But using this recipe you can make cappuccino (which is basically an espresso coffee that is topped or mixed with steamed milk or cream) at home, all you need is a microwave and a blender.

Low Calorie Cappuccino recipe – 60 calories

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup skim milk

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Arancini or arancine are traditional Sicilian fried rice balls coated with breadcrumbs and usually filled with ragù (meat sauce), tomato sauce, mozzarella, and/or peas. The main type of arancina sold in Sicilian cafes are arancini con ragù, which typically consist of meat in a tomato sauce, rice, and mozzarella. Many cafes also offer arancini con burro (butter), or specialty arancini, such as arancini con funghi (mushrooms), con pistacchi (pistachios), or con melanzane (aubergine).

Arancini Italian Rice Balls recipe – 107 calories

Ingredients:
1/2 cup arborio rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 onion, chopped finely
1/2 cup dry white wine
40 g ham, chopped finely
1/2 cup frozen peas
100 g mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
1 egg, lightly beaten
plain flour
1 tablespoon milk
1 egg, lightly beaten (extra)
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
vegetable oil, for deep frying

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A super easy to prepare, yet delicious recipe. This tomato soup is perfect for beginner cooks and has a great flavor.

Tomato Florentine Soup recipe – 73 calories

Ingredients:
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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Pesto is a traditional Italian sauce based on basil and pinenuts, and is usually crammed with olive oil. This version is lightened up by swapping vegetable broth or chicken broth for some of the oil. The flavor of this sauce is fresh and wonderful – toss it with cooked pasta or spoon it over vegetables, fish or poultry.

Homemade Pesto Sauce recipe – 195 calories

Ingredients:
2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 medium garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup reduced-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon table salt

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Italian Turkey Meatballs recipe – 166 calories

Ingredients:
1 lb lean ground turkey
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

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