A spicy, low-fat snack packed with complex carbohydrates, this dip is great for a party or an early afternoon snack. Ingredients: 3 cups from recipe for Black Beans with Cumin and Chipotle Peppers 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 package Read more...
Toasting walnuts intensifies the flavor, so you use less in recipes. Toasted wheat germ has a natural nutty flavor and, when combined with currants, gives a sweet, rich taste. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped 2 tablespoons Read more...
[Mood Tip: Avocados are high in fat, but the fat is heart- and body-friendly monounsaturated fat. Research shows that including some of these fats in the diet (from nuts, seeds, olives, or avocados) helps with weight loss, possibly Read more...
Tangy, crispy, and easy to make, this Asian-inspired cucumber salad is a beautiful array of shredded colors that delicately float around thinly sliced cucumbers in a light rice vinegar dressing. Perfect for any meal. Ingredients: Read more...
The buffet isn’t complete without a few good dips. This one is fat-free, yet tastes just like full-fat. Serve with raw vegetables, whole grain crackers, or whole wheat pita triangles. Ingredients: 1 (14-ounce) can water-packed Read more...
[Food Tip: A comfort food lunch for kids and adults that has been prized in American culture for decades because it is both inexpensive and nourishing. The origin of the Sloppy Joe might be Sioux City, Iowa where the “loose-meat Read more...
[Food Tip: A bonanza of soluble fiber, black beans help keep blood sugar levels on an even keel, staving off hunger and helping to maintain energy levels throughout the day.] Move over traditional red bean chili, black beans are Read more...
These burritos are great for lunch and snacks, or freeze for later use. Ingredients: 1 recipe for Black Beans with Cumin and Chipotle Peppers 10 8-inch whole wheat tortillas, warmed 2 cups reduced-fat Monterrey or cheddar cheese, Read more...
This appetizer makes a lovely display and can be assembled ahead of time or served in individual bowls so that guests prepare their own portions (prepare a few samples before hand so guests have a sample to copy). Each wrap has Read more...
This chutney is so good you’ll want to eat it plain! It also tastes good as a topping for grilled chicken breast or any other firm, white fish, such as bass or shark. Make extra and keep in the refrigerator for up to one week Read more...
