healthy appetizers

Easy Light Supper: Avocado Egg Salad Sandwiches with No Mayo

Heart-Healthy Avocado Our daughter made this easy quick supper for us the other night. Unbelievable. I'm not a big fan of egg salad ordinarily, but this is no ordinary egg salad. It contains absolutely no mayonnaise, so it's healthier than most egg salad. It includes a large avocado that gives it the luxurious mouth feel that contrasts well … [Read more...]

30 Healthy Snacks to Enjoy Without the Guilt!

The Perfect BBQ?The Twinkies are coming! The Twinkies are coming! Americans can breathe easier. Twinkies will be back on the shelves sometime this summer. All is right with the world. You might see summer barbeques with mounds of Twinkies to celebrate. But who will eat them?I can't help but notice that many people are eating healthier these days. … [Read more...]

Hilarious "Live from the Red Carpet" Party

Live from the Red Carpet! It's your chance to have a red carpet kind of time! Ask each guest to go to GoodWill and buy a dress to wear to the party. There are old prom dresses and special occasion dresses there to fit nearly every figure. Even the men can buy a dress to wear to the party. All of the GoodWill dresses can be donated back to … [Read more...]

Fabulous Walnut Basil Pesto for Crostini, Pizza, Pasta, and Easy Entertaining

Crostini Appetizers with PestoI made this for my daughter-in-law and son recently and it was sooooo good on rotini. The pesto clings to the grooves of the pasta delivering perfect flavor in every bite. I highly recommend using rotini, or as we called it when we were kids, "scroodles."On crostini it's a burst of flavor--perfect for a savory … [Read more...]

Fast Pesto Pizza Appetizers:

White Pizza with PestoWho wouldn't love this white pizza made with three cheeses and a savory pesto? You can assemble it quickly on pita bread anytime people stop by, but it's also a great little meal for when you don't have much time to cook. It takes just 10 minutes to assemble and then 15 minutes in the oven. A good deal all around.This is a … [Read more...]

7 Breakfast Sandwiches Under 325 Calories

I love the idea of breakfast sandwiches that are low calorie and yummy. Most breakfast sandwiches sold at fast food restaurants are so loaded with saturated fat that I can almost feel my arteries clogging. These are light, yet feel like treats.Why not try some breakfast sandwiches that are not only healthy, but also fresh tasting with some … [Read more...]

BAKED Mozzarella Sticks

Who doesn't love hot breaded mozzarella sticks? Crunchy on the outside, all melty on the inside, and so good dipped in marinara sauce! With this healthy recipe you can make them ahead and keep them in the freezer until you want them. There's even a way to make special shapes for holidays! The problem with most mozzarella sticks is that they are … [Read more...]