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Recently, there’s been quite a bit of talk about sugar: hidden sugars, good sugars and bad sugars in our diet. There’s another white, grainy culprit, however, that has been cast to the wayside. It has been quietly sitting on the sideline while sugar takes the brunt of the negativity freely thrown … [Read more…]

Sure, too much sugar can rot your teeth and grow your waistline. But is it “the most dangerous drug” of our time? Yes, at least according to a Dutch public health official. Paul van der Velpen, the head of Amsterdam’s health service, says sugar is an addictive drug that should be “tightly … [Read more…]

By now, I’m sure most of you know that the USDA has gradually been decreasing the recommended daily allowance of sodium over the past few years.  As of 2010, the current recommendation for everyone, including adolescents over the age of 14, is preferably around 1500mg, but no more than 2,300mg … [Read more…]

People often ask how I come up with my recipes, and I often say, “Trial and error and error and error.” And it’s true. Sometimes I get lucky and a dish comes together immediately. But more often, it takes attempt after attempt to get a recipe right. This dish is an example. I set out to make the … [Read more…]

light meals POINTS® Value: 4 Servings: 4 Preparation Time: 15 min Cooking Time: 4 min Level of Difficulty: Easy Loaded with spice and lots of great flavor. Wrap in foil and take with you for an on-the-go lunch or dinner. Ingredients 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning 1 tbsp … [Read more…]

Today while perusing my Taste of Home Comfort Foods Diet cookbook, I came across this recipe for cauliflower! It sounds so good, and even my son (eyeing the picture) declared that it looked delicious! I’ll be adding the few ingredients to my grocery list and trying this one out to meet our 5in5 … [Read more…]

I don’t know about you, but I LOVE deviled eggs. Love them! Maybe you’re looking for a way to recycle all of those dyed Easter eggs? Well what better thing to make than Deviled Eggs! Just make sure you don’t leave the eggs sitting out for more than 30 minutes after the hunt is over! Food poisoning … [Read more…]

For those of us looking for a ham alternative this Easter, the Sisterhood has dug this one up for you! I’ve never tried this recipe, but it sounds wonderful and best of all, EASY!!! Who doesn’t love easy when you’re planning a dinner, getting Easter baskets ready, eggs dyed, going to church, … [Read more…]

I wanted to share this recipe submitted to us by Tiffany over at Life in the Zoo… thanks Tiffany! Sounds delicious! Ingredients: 1 large cucumber, diced 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved 1 can (19oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 cup finely … [Read more…]

My all time favorite Italian restaurant, Vinny’s, has cooked up a little dish just for me and the Sisterhood of the Shrinking Jeans. Well, I’m sharing it with you, so it’s for you too! I’m really good friends with the owners of the restaurant and one of them has been on and off of Weight Watchers … [Read more…]

I found this on the WW site and thought it sounds delicious! I think it would be great over chicken and mushrooms! Enjoy! sauces POINTS® Value: 2 Servings: 4 Preparation Time: 12 min Cooking Time: 0 min Level of Difficulty: Easy Our slimmed-down version of this Italian classic … [Read more…]

Looking for a low calorie, quick lunch? How about trying this wrap? A Tuscan Tuna Wrap 3 ounces light tuna, drained 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 1/2 lemon, juiced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Dash of salt and pepper 2 whole-grain tortillas 1/2 cup baby spinach Combine all … [Read more…]

Oh, I am a sucker for mashed potatoes! Yes, you can eat mashed potatoes when you’re dieting. And you can eat them without worry! I’ve tried several light recipes and they just never seem to fit the bill. I like creamy and flavorful (um, see above!) and this recipe really delivers. The freshly … [Read more…]

Italian style broccoli 1 bunch broccoli (1 1/4 pounds) 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1/2 cup water Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste 1. Cut off and separate broccoli florets. Trim the tough ends of the stalks; peel the stalks … [Read more…]

I’m always looking for a good side dish. Seems like there are tons of light main dish and dessert recipes out there, so I’m on a mission to find appetizers, snacks, and sides. Stay tuned for some more great recipes. I do try to test out recipes, but with 2 little ones and a husband who works out of … [Read more…]