Looking for a dessert that everyone can enjoy? Hailing from Australia, a Pavlova is comprised of a meringue shell filled with whipped cream and topped with fresh fruit. Crispy, chewy, and a bit messy, it’s a marvelous treat – and it’s naturally gluten-free! While making the meringue is not difficult, […]
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Starbucks-Style Strawberries & Cream Frappe
If you love the taste but hate the excess sugar, calories, and big-buck cost of Starbucks dreamy Strawberry Frappuccino, I have great news for you! In doing a back-to-back tasting with the big ’bucks original, my test kitchen helpers and I found this luscious drink was not only just as […]
Easy Turkey Taco Soup
This is one of the easiest soups I have ever made, and it’s also one of the best. Beyond the great taco taste, the soup is high in satiating protein and blood sugar friendly fiber, while low in fat and calories (and points!). When made with a gluten-free taco seasoning, it’s […]
Cheesecake Party Squares
Whether placed on a platter or served from the pan, these creamy sweet squares are perfect for entertaining. An easy and impressive way to serve them is to place the squares in cupcake liners before placing on trays or buffets. For a pop Christmas color, garnish the tops with fresh […]
Anytime Cherry Berry Pocket Pies
Foolproof refrigerated pie dough and easy-to-keep-on-hand frozen fruit make these plump home-style fruit pies an anytime treat. I love the mixture of berries and dark sweet cherries, but any type or a blend of frozen berries will do. You can also roll out the pastry circles ahead of time, cover […]
Spicy Sweet Potato Mash
Spicy, sweet, and savory, this sweet potato dish has it all! Using my pureed veggie trick once again, I added canned pumpkin to lighten the load and up the nutrition while taking care to preserve the traditional sweet potato flavor we all love. With just a pat of butter and […]
65-Calorie 2 “Point” Peppermint Mocha – Including the Whip!
Only 65 calories and 2 weight watcher smart points for a chocolatey peppermint mocha – with whip cream? Crazy you say! Well, I have the recipe (and the cup in my hand) to prove it. Experts say the best way to reduce the calories from the popular holiday favorite – […]
Easy Krispy Meringues
These easy-to-make meringues are crisp on the outside, a touch gooey on the on the inside (especially when eaten warm), and as light as air. Because they have no flour and instead use eggs whites for structure, they are also every dieter’s friend. Low in carbs and calories, they never go to waist! (A 1/2 […]
Skillet Chicken Parmesan
Although my boys love to order Chicken Parmesan when we dine out, the health content is always a concern –especially since it usually arrives thickly breaded, deeply fried, smothered in cheese, and served on a mountain of spaghetti! In an effort to satisfy their love of this dish I have come up with a terrific easy stove-top recipe that’s filled with all of the same great flavors but none of the excess fat and carbs.
Creamy Ranch Slaw
This tasty slaw will be the hit of the party. Graced with creamy Ranch-style dressing, it’s studded with everyone’s favorite Ranch dressing dippers—celery and carrots—for a creamy, crunchy combination that’s hard to beat. Serve it at home or pack it up and tote it to your next get-together and watch […]