Aunt Purple's Cooking

Oreo Striped Delight

2009-11-14T16:55:00.000-08:00

I made this for a "Dessert Throw-down" (minus Bobby Flay) at work on Friday. It came in second place in the cookie category. It was really good though.

Oreo Striped Delight

35 reduced fat OREO Cookies
4 Tbsp. light margarine, melted
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA light Cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 Tbsp. skim milk
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Lite, thawed, divided
3 cups skim milk
2 pkg. (3.9 oz. each) JELL-O Chocolate
Instant Pudding, sugar free, fat free

Grind cookies in a food processor; reserve 1/3 cup of crumbs. Combine remaining crumbs with melted margarine. Press into 13x9 pan. Combine cream cheese, sugar, milk and one cup of Cool Whip Lite. Spread over cookie crust. Beat pudding mixes with milk; after thickened spread over cream cheese layer. Top with remaining Cool Whip and sprinkle reserved cookie crumbs over topping. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Yield: 15 servings= 275 Calories; 10g Fat (46.7% calories from fat); 4g Protein; 21g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 9mg Cholesterol; 829mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Lean Meat; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

Crab Dip

2009-11-14T16:52:00.000-08:00

This is good. Doesn't taste much like crab though. Mostly just cream cheese and salsa.

Creamy Mexican Crab Dip
12 oz light cream cheese
1 (6-ounce) can lump crabmeat, undrained
1/2 cup salsa

Place cheeses in a microwave-safe bowl, and cover with wax paper. Microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) 2 to 3 minutes or until softened, stirring with a wire whisk until smooth. Drain crabmeat through a sieve into a bowl, reserving 1 tablespoon liquid. Add reserved liquid, crabmeat, and salsa to cheese; stir well. Serve warm or at room temperature with baked tortilla chips, raw vegetables, or breadsticks.
Yield: 6 servings. Per serving (about ¼ cup)= 162 Calories; 10g Fat (58.1% calories from fat); 11g Protein; 5g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 54mg Cholesterol; 496mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

2009-11-12T18:24:00.000-08:00

I got this off the WW Recipe Review Board. It’s quick, easy and very light and tasty!

LEMON POPPYSEED BREAD
18. 25 oz White cake mix
1 small package of instant SF lemon pudding
2 egg whites
1 C warm water
1/2 C natural applesauce
4 tsp. poppy seeds
1/2 tsp lemon extract

Preheat oven to 350^. Combine all ingredients (except poppy seeds). Mix well (will be lumpy). Stir in poppy seeds. Spray 2 loaf pans with cooking spray. Pour batter into loaf pans and bake for 35-40 minutes until lightly browned at edges and toothpick inserted in center comes out cleanYield: 20 slices (10 each loaf). Per slice= 130 Calories; 3g Fat (20.8% calories from fat); 2g Protein; 24g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 348mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Fat; 1 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

chewy ginger snaps

2009-11-11T17:54:00.000-08:00

I tried to lighten these up. They were ok...but i think i like the crunchy store-bought ones better.

Chewy Ginger Snaps

1/4 cup light margarine, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 c. Splenda
1/4 cup molasses
1 large egg
2 teaspoons baking soda
2-1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Combine softened butter, sugar, molasses and egg. Using a mixing, beat well. Stir in crystallized ginger. Sift dry ingredients together. Add to wet mixture. Mix well. Form 1 inch balls. Roll in remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Place on greased cookie sheet, 2 inches apart. Bake 8-10 minutes.
Yield: 32 cookies. Per cookie= 61 Calories; 1g Fat (13.9% calories from fat); 1g Protein; 12g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 6mg Cholesterol; 134mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 0 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

cappuccino Cake

2009-11-08T14:48:00.000-08:00

This had decent flavor but it was really crumbly. Maybe another egg white?

Cappuccino Cake
18.25 oz devils food cake mix
1 c. water
2 egg whites (maybe 3?)
1 TB instant coffee powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 c. unsweetened applesauce

Turn 5 quart slow cooker on high while preparing cake batter. Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. In medium bowl, combine cake mix, water, egg whites, coffee powder, cinnamon and applesauce. Pour into slow cooker. Put a paper towel over the top and cover with lid. Cook on high for 2 hours. Let cake cool 10 minutes, run knive around the edge, then invert slow cooker on plate.
Yield: 10 servings. Per serving= 203 Calories; 3g Fat (12.6% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 44g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 409mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 0 Fruit; 0 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Creamy Chicken Pasta & Broccoli

2009-11-07T12:09:00.000-08:00

This is a less-than-30 minutes-meal! It took about 23 minutes to make! It's a comfort food meal.

Creamy Chicken Pasta and Broccoli
6 ounces Smart Taste Pasta Rotini
16 ounces broccoli florets
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves -- cut into pieces
1/4 cup chopped onions
10 3/4 ounces condensed reduced fat cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup water
2 ounces light cream cheese – softened
3 TB reduced fat parmesan cheese

Boil pasta in large saucepan; cook 4 minutes. Mix in the broccoli florets. Continue cooking 4 to 6 minutes, until pasta is al dente. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl. In medium skillet, cook the chicken and onion 5 minutes, until chicken juices run clear and onions are tender. In a bowl, whisk together the soup, milk, water, and cream cheese until smooth. Stir into the skillet with the chicken and onion, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Fold in pasta, broccoli and parmesan cheese.
Yield: 6 servings. Per serving= 283 Calories; 6g Fat (19.1% calories from fat); 25g Protein; 34g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 57mg Cholesterol; 379mg Sodium. Exchanges: 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 0 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Fiesta Bread

2009-11-06T18:07:00.001-08:00

This came from Dawn Hall’s Busy People’s Slow Cooker book. Certainly you could just bake it in the oven, but I wanted to see if it would really work in the crock pot. It does and it tastes good but it’s really crumbly. Maybe it needs an egg white if you were baking in the oven? Or just use it for a dish where you would normally use cornbread. Chili? Pinto beans?

Fiesta Bread
2 c. reduced fat Bisquick
2/3 c. skim milk
1 TB taco seasoning

Spray 1.5 qt slow cooker with cooking spray. Combine Bisquick, milk and taco seasoning. Spread into slow cooker. Cover and cook for one hour.
Yield: 8 servings= 121 Calories; 2g Fat (14.7% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 22g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; trace Cholesterol; 389mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1/2 Fat.

Oatmeal Carmelitas

2009-11-03T17:30:00.000-08:00

I revised this recipe to lighten it up but maybe I went too far? They weren't as sweet as I'd like...probably need more brown sugar.

Oatmeal Carmelitas

2 C Flour
2 C oatmeal
1/2 C packed brown sugar
1 t baking soda
1/2 t salt3 TB light margarine, melted
½ c. water
½ c. unsweetened applesauce
½ c. Splenda
½ c. sugar free caramel topping
½ c. mini chocolate chips

Preheat your oven to 350 °. Spray 9x13 pan with cooking spray; set aside. Combine flour, oatmeal, brown sugar, soda, salt, margarine, water, applesauce and Splenda. Press 1/2 of the above mixture into prepared baking dish. Bake 10 minutes. Spread caramel over crust; sprinkle with chocolate chips. Crumble the remaining oat mixture over this layer and bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.Yield: 24 bars. Per bar= 122 Calories; 2g Fat (16.5% calories from fat); 2g Protein; 24g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 130mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 0 Fruit; 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

Green Chili chicken Alfredo

2009-11-03T16:33:00.000-08:00

I made this tonight and it turned out great! I couldn't find any low fat ready made alfredo sauce so I just made my own!

GREEN CHILE CHICKEN ALFREDO
5 oz Smart Taste egg noodles
1 lb boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
1/3 c. diced roasted green chilies
2 oz light cream cheese
3 TB reduced fat Parmesan cheese
½ c. skim milk
Dash garlic powder

Bring saucepan of water to boil and add pasta; cook until al dente’. In a large skillet, brown the chicken pieces until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the cooked chicken to a plate and keep warm. Sauté the garlic and green chile over medium heat; add cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and milk. Reduce heat to medium low and mix well. Add the cooked chicken and heat through. Fold in cooked pasta. Yield: 4 servings. Per serving= 319 Calories; 7g Fat (20.1% calories from fat); 32g Protein; 33g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 82mg Cholesterol; 244mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 3 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Fruit Cocktail Coffee Cake

2009-11-01T18:11:00.000-08:00

This turned out very well! It would be perfect with a cup of coffee or tea!

Fruit Cocktail Coffee Cake
18.25 oz yellow cake mix
15 oz fruit cocktail, sweetened with Splenda
1/2 c. water
2 egg whites
1 c. quick cooking oats
1 tsp cinnamon

Combine cake mix, liquid from fruit cocktail, water and egg whites. Spray 3 1/2 quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Pour half of batter into slow cooker. Top with half of fruit cocktail. Combine oats and cinnamon. Pour half of oat mixture over batter, top with remaining batter then top with remaining fruit cocktail, then remaining oats. Place a paper towel over slow cooker; cover and cook on high 2 hours. Let slow cooker set 10 minutes then run a knive around the edges to loosen cake. Invert slow cooker on a large plate.
Yield: 10 servings. Per serving= 278 Calories; 7g Fat (20.9% calories from fat); 4g Protein; 51g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 1mg Cholesterol; 353mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 1/2 Fruit; 1 1/2 Fat; 2 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men...It is the Lord Christ whom you serve. -Col. 3:23, 24

coconut Oatmeal Bars

2009-10-29T16:54:00.000-07:00

These were not bad, but I think they'd be better with some mini chocolate chips. :)

Coconut Oatmeal Cookie Bars

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup Splenda
1 egg white
1/4 cup water
1 tsp. vanilla
3 cups oats
1 cup flour
1 c. coconut flakes
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, beat brown sugar, applesauce and sugar until creamy. Add egg beaters, water and vanilla; beat well. Add combined oats, flour, salt and baking soda; mix well. Press dough into an ungreased 9x13 pan. Bake 30-35 minutes.
Yields: 18 bars. Per bar= 181 Calories; 3g Fat (15.7% calories from fat); 5g Protein; 33g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 171mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 1/2 Fruit; 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

So I called Aetna...

2009-10-28T15:49:00.000-07:00

So I called Aetna last Friday and asked the customer service girl "who sets Aetna's policies? Do you have a medical director?"
She stammers around then says, "The policies are set by your HR staff."
"No," I say, "not MY policy, ALL of the policies of Aetna. Like not paying for diagnostic mammograms."
She sighs and asks me to hold.
I say, "Sure, and why don't you find a supervisor I can talk to?"
"Well, they're going to have to do the same thing I'm doing- research."
"That's fine. Please transfer me to a supervisor."
After a few minutes she comes back and says she can't transfer me to a supervisor without my member ID number. ??!!!!
I give her the number, even though it has nothing to do with my question. She puts me on hold again. After 5 minutes of waiting, I hung up.
But online at the Aetna site I find that Lonny Reisman is the Chief Medical Officer for Aetna. They give a number for the media to call. So, as a freelance writer, I am media, so I call. I left a message. I wonder how long it will take them to call me back?
Meanwhile, Mom calls tonight and says she got an email from Aetna and they are going to pay for the first diagnostic mammogram she had this year!

Beef Cabbage & Peanut Sauce

2009-10-28T15:48:00.000-07:00

I made this with cube steak. It was ok.

Beef Cabbage & peanut sauce
1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
1/3 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound sirloin steak, trimmed and thinly sliced (see Tip)
1 lb shredded cabbage
2-5 tablespoons water

Whisk peanut butter, orange juice, soy sauce, vinegar and sugar in a medium bowl until smooth. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add steak and cook, stirring, until browned and barely pink in the middle, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Reduce heat to medium. Add cabbage and 2 tablespoons water; cook, stirring, until beginning to wilt, 3 to 5 minutes. Cook, stirring, until just tender, about 3 minutes more. Return the steak and any accumulated juices to the pan, then pour in the peanut sauce and toss to combine.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

2009-10-21T17:53:00.000-07:00

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For me, it's also Insurance Awareness Month. My mother had breast cancer almost 5 years ago. It was detected at stage 0 by a mammogram. She went through radiation treatments after having a lumpectomy and has been fine ever since. BUT she has to have diagnostic mammograms each year. This year she's had two diagnostic mammograms. In Oklahoma, insurance companies are required to pay for one routine mammogram each year. Not diagnostic mammograms. Today I learned that breast cancer survivors (at least in OK, not sure about other states) are paying for their own mammograms. Insurance does not cover these, unless of course, the deductible has been met. Even then their coverage is usually no more than 80%. Does this make sense to anyone? So, if I've had breast cancer my insurance company doesn't care enough about me having a mammogram to even pay for it? Do they really want to pay more if I end up with breast cancer again?? Or do they just figure it's ok because surely I'll want to live and I will pay for the diagnostic mammogram? This is incredibly unfair. Insurance companies need to step up and pay for at least one diagnostic mammogram each year. It's in their best interest and the interest of their customers. In this time of healtcare reform can they really afford to do less?

Ladies, it is time to make some noise. Contact your insurance company, your state insurance commission and your senator. Keep talking about this and do not stop until someone realizes we will not "go quietly into that good night."

"Therefore my dear [sisters] stand firm." -1 Cor. 15:58a

Pumpkin Fudge

2009-10-20T17:41:00.001-07:00

Ok, I was revising the original recipe so I made it 3 times trying to get it to set up. the 2nd batch did set up. It is VERY important to cook the sugar mixture long enough. But after this fudge set out for a while it became a gooey mess. So...I think the recipe still needs a little work. If you play with this and get a good recipe that doesn't require 3 cups of sugar be sure to let me know!
regardless of it not setting up---it was delicious!

Pumpkin Fudge
2/3 cups white sugar
1 TB light margarine
¼ tsp cream of tartar
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 cups butterscotch chips
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
1 C. Splenda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Spray 11x7 pan with cooking spray. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, margarine, cream of tartar, pumpkin, and spice; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Continue boiling over medium heat until mixture reaches 234 degrees F (118 degrees C) on a candy thermometer, about 10 minutes. (ahhh...I boiled 4-5 minutes...maybe a little longer would do the trick)
Remove from heat. Stir in butterscotch chips. When chips are melted, add marshmallow cream, and vanilla. Mix until well blended.
Immediately pour butterscotch mixture into prepared pan. Spread evenly. Cool at room temperature. Cut into squares, and store in the refrigerator in an air-tight container.
Yield: 24 small squares. Per square= 108 Calories; 1g Fat (6.2% calories from fat); trace Protein; 26g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 1mg Cholesterol; 16mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 0 Fat; 1 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

need pumpkin pie spice?

2009-10-18T16:05:00.000-07:00

Need some pumpkin pie spice? Just make your own mix.

Pumpkin Pie Spice
4 TB cinnamon
4 teaspoons ground nutmeg
4 teaspoons ground ginger
3 teaspoons ground allspice

combine and store in air tight container.

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1

Calico Corn

2009-10-18T15:52:00.000-07:00

This came from Busy People's Lowfat Cookbook. I'm sorry, but...yuck! This was not good!

Calico Corn
2 can whole kernel corn
1 TB sugar
1/4 c. Fat Free French Dressing
1 c. chunky salsa

In 2 qt microwavable bowl, combine ingredients. Heat in microwave 3 minutes or until heated through.

Yield: 7 (1/2 cup) servings.

The Very Best New Orleans Shrimp

2009-10-18T15:50:00.000-07:00

I didn't have beer so I used a little merlot. They were tasty!

The Very Best New Orleans Shrimp
Servings 2

Ingredients
1/2 pound shrimp
2 Tbsp light margarine
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup fat-free chicken broth
1/4 can or bottle light beer

Seasoning Mix:
1/2 to 1 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions
Combine the dry ingredients and mix well. In a heavy skillet over high heat combine butter, garlic, worcestershire and seasoning mix. When butter is melted, add shrimp. Cook for 2 minutes, shaking panback and forth. Do not stir! Add stock and beer and cook an additional 2 minutes, shaking pan. Remove from heat. Serve with white rice and crusty french bread to soak up sauce.

Raspberry Coconut Bars

2009-10-16T17:07:00.001-07:00

These were really good but thin so they were nearly impossible to get out of the pan. I'm thinking if I made them in an 11x7 pan instead of 9x13 then the bottom would be thicker and the milk wouldn't stick to the bottom as bad... of course, there would also be fewer bars and so each bar would have more calories, etc.

Raspberry Coconut Bars

1 2/3 cups graham cracker crumbs (1 pkg, crumbled)
1 tablespoon light margarine, melted
3 TB water
2 cups coconut flakes
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, fat free
1 cup sugar free raspberry preserves
1/3 cup mini-chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 350^. Combine graham cracker crumbs, margarine and water. Press mixture into 11x7 pan coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle coconut flakes over crust. Pour milk over coconut. Bake 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Spread preserves over crust. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Cut into bars and serve.

Yield: 24 bars. Per bar= 121 Calories; 4g Fat (24.5% calories from fat); 2g Protein; 22g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 75mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 0 Fruit; 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Pizza Chili

2009-10-11T15:28:00.000-07:00

Why didn't I think of this before!?

Pizza Chili

15 ounces kidney beans, canned, rinsed and drained
8 ounces ground beef, 95% lean
2 ounces turkey pepperoni
1 ounce sliced black olives
2 cups spaghetti sauce, del monte traditional
14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup bell pepper
1/2 cup water

Brown ground beef in large sauce pan. Add all remaining ingredients. bring to a boil and simmer.

Yield: 5 servings. per serving (about 1 cup)= 295 Calories; 4g Fat (16.0% calories from fat); 15g Protein; 32g Carbohydrate; 7g Dietary Fiber; 28mg Cholesterol; 1079mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 0 Fat.

Pizza Meatloaf Pie

2009-10-11T11:56:00.000-07:00

This is really tasty and really easy!

Pepperoni Pizza-Hamburger Pie

1 pound ground beef, 95% lean
1/3 cup Stuffing, Stove Top, chicken
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 small green bell pepper
1/3 cup turkey pepperoni
1 ounce ripe olives, sliced
2/3 cup spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, 2%

Heat oven to 400F. Mix beef, bread crumbs, egg, oregano and salt; press evenly against bottom and side of ungreased pie plate, 9 × 1 1/4 inches. Sprinkle mushrooms, bell pepper, pepperoni and olives into meat—lined plate. Pour spaghetti sauce over toppings.
Bake uncovered 25 minutes or until beef is no longer pink in center and juice is clear; carefully drain. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is light brown. Let pie stand 5 minutes before cutting.
Yield: 6 servings. Per serving= 313 Calories; 7g Fat (41.0% calories from fat); 16g Protein; 8g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 74mg Cholesterol; 676mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Fat.

Peach Tea Bread

2009-10-09T15:33:00.000-07:00

This was not bad...but I think it needs more cinnamon. It is nice with tea! :)

Peach Tea Bread
2-1/2 c. all purpose flour
1 c. Splenda
1 tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
½ tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 c. finely chopped fresh peaches or drained, thawed, frozen peach slices
1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil
1/3 c. skim milk
2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 lg. Egg whites

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9 x 5 loaf pan. In large bowl, combine flour, Splenda, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and cinnamon. In 2 cup glass measuring cup, combine oil, milk, egg whites and vanilla. Add oil mixture to flour mixture and stir just until dry ingredients are moistened. Do Not overbeat. Fold in diced peaches. Spoon into prepared pan. Bake bread for 55 to 60 minutes or until top is golden brown and center springs back when lightly pressed with finger tip. Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove bread from pan and cool to room temperature before slicing.
Yield: 10 servings. Per serving= 182 Calories; 6g Fat (28.8% calories from fat); 4g Protein; 28g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; trace Cholesterol; 269mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 0 Fruit; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

Grilled Margarita shrimp

2009-10-06T16:50:00.000-07:00

I made this tonight, but instead of grilling I just saute'd them in a small skillet.

Grilled Margarita Shrimp for Two
From Pillsbury.com
A fresh cilantro marinade makes this dinner for two irresistible!

1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup margarita mix (from 33.8-oz. bottle)
2 tablespoons tequila
12 shelled deveined uncooked large shrimp with tails left on

1. Soak 4 bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes. In 1-quart resealable food storage plastic bag, combine cilantro, garlic, margarita mix and tequila. Add shrimp; seal bag and shake to coat. Refrigerate 30 minutes to marinate.
2. Meanwhile, heat grill.
3. When ready to grill, thread shrimp on skewers; discard marinade. Place shrimp on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches over medium coals. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until shrimp turns pink, turning several times.

Mexican salsa dip

2009-10-04T07:37:00.000-07:00

I did not like this. The cream cheese sort of curdled. It just didn't look attractive.

Mexican Salsa Dip
1 can black beans, drained
1 can corn, drained
1 c. salsa
3 oz reduced fat pepperjack cheese
1 8 oz. pkg. light cream cheese, softened

Spread cream cheese on bottom of quich plate. Layer beans, corn, salsa and shredded cheese. Bake at 350 for about 20 min.

Pumpkin Dump Cake

2009-10-01T18:16:00.000-07:00

This is really good! I will serve it tomorrow at work with Cool Whip Lite.

Pumpkin Dump Cake

28 ounces canned pumpkin
1 1/2 cups Splenda
12 ounces evaporated skim milk
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
18 1/4 ounces yellow cake mix
1/2 c. water

Preheat oven to 350*. Spray 13x9 pan with cooking spray. In medium bowl, combine pumpkin, Splenda, milk, egg whites, vanilla and pie spice. Pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle cake mix over pumpkin mixture. Pour water over cake mix. Bake 45-50 minutes or until lightly browned.
Yield: 12 servings. Per serving= 236 Calories; 5g Fat (19.8% calories from fat); 5g Protein; 43g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 2mg Cholesterol; 328mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 1/2 Non-Fat Milk; 1 Fat; 2 Other Carbohydrates.