Strawberry Pie

There's something about summer and strawberries, don't you think? This dish is great for that casual summer cookout or dinner. But what's great is that you really can make this dish year round. And its so SIMPLE!!!!!! Takes about 10-15 minutes, TOPS!

Strawberry Pie
Serves: 8
Points: 3

Ingredients

1 box (.3 oz) sugar free strawberry gelatin
1/4 cup boiling water
2 containers strawberry flavored fat free yogurt (I use the Columbo light)
1 container (8 oz) fat free coolwhip
1 prepared 9" reduced fat graham cracker crust

1. In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water with wire whisk.

2. Stir in yogurt; fold in whipped topping.

3. Transfer mixture to crust and refrigerate overnight or at least 2 hours.

Food Finds - Part 2

Here are some more things that I suggest you give a try. They are pretty tasty and come in handy when you are eating healthier.

Vita-Brownies - this little pieces of deliciousness really hit home and get rid of that chocolate craving you may have. And for 1 point, they are a bargain. I will admit, they aren't all that cheap but then again, healthy eating isn't cheap on the wallet. I have found these in Stop & Shop however, I order them directly from the maker. They usually have some sort of coupon to put towards the order and they are shipped directly to your door (what's better than that?!?!). So check out this place and get yourself some brownies!!!

Vitatops - Made by the same company that makes the brownies. Some of the flavors are hit and miss. My favorites are the corn (warm these up in the toaster.... yum yum), deep chocolate and triple chocolate vitatops. These tops are fortified with vitamins and only cost you 1 point each. You might be able to find some in the market but visiting their website will be a sure hit. Note: I am not crazy about their regular vitamuffins. For some reason, I like the flavor and texture of the vitatops better than the vitamuffins.

Veggie Crisps - There are several brands of veggie crisps, however, my favorite is the Stop and Shop Nature's Promise brand of veggie crisps. These are a great alternative to potato chips. Even my husband likes them and he's the king of the Dorito! Great flavor, just the right amount of salt and you get a lot of crisps in one serving. For 3 points, this is a great side to have with a sandwich or even as a crunchy snack!

Hebrew National 97% Fat-Free Hot Dogs - Don't feel like cooking a big meal? Are you just hankering for a hot dog? Try these! One point each, all beef franks. Yummy! Want more info? Go here!

Kashi Go Lean Hearty Oatmeal - Well, its fall and I love having oatmeal for breakfast in the fall. Something about the cool mornings and the toasty warm oatmeal. Ahhhhh. Anyway, my favorite oatmeal is the Kashi Go Lean. Its very hearty, sticks to your ribs and comes in 2 flavors. I really like the honey & cinnamon flavor. Oh, and I forgot to mention, one packet is only 2 points. Enjoy with a glass of fat-free milk and a piece of fruit for a great breakfast!

Chocolate - Cranberry Tart

This is a perfect fall dessert. The tart flavor of the cranberries mixes really well with the smooth, sweet flavor of the chocolate.

Chocolate - Cranberry Tart
Serves: 12
Points: 5

Ingredients

12 oz cranberries
1/2 cup unpacked brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked old fashioned oats
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 Tbsp butter, softened
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup unpacked brown sugar
6 oz bittersweet chocolate, melted
1/2 cup fat-free (or low-fat) sweetened, condensed milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp table salt

Instructions

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine cranberries, 1/2 cup sugar and water. Cook over medium-high heat until cranberries have popped, 10 minutes. Cool.

2) Coat a 9-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Combine oats, flour, butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 tsp vanilla in a bowl and pat mixture onto bottom of baking pan.

3) Combine chocolate, milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla and salt. Smooth over crust. Bake until chocolate has slightly set and crust is golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Top with cooled cranberry mixture. Cool completely on a wire rack.

Peanut Butter Pie

This is a perfect example of how to use one of my "Food Finds", PB2. This makes for a great chocolate/peanut butter dessert.

Peanut Butter Pie
Serves: 8
Points: 4

Ingredients

1 - 4oz pkg Fat-free, Sugar free vanilla instant pudding mix
1 - 4oz pkg Fat-free, sugar free chocolate instant pudding mix
1/2 cup PB2
3 cups fat-free milk (divided into 2 - 1 1/2 cup servings)
1 - 6oz reduced fat graham cracker crust

Instructions

1) Mix PB2, vanilla pudding mix and 1 1/2 cup fat free milk. Whisk together well. Pour into pie crust.

2) Mix chocolate pudding mix and 1 1/2 cup fat free milk. Whisk together well. Carefull pour over peanut butter mixture.

3) Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

Strawberry Cloud

Ahhhhh a delicious recipe from one of my favorite eating healthy websites, http://www.hungry-girl.com/

This great shake is fantastic as that "sweet treat" after dinner.

Strawberry Cloud
Serves: 1
Calories: 119 Fat: 1g Fiber: 2g

Ingredients:
2/3 cup frozen strawberries (just plain- NOT in syrup!)
5 oz. light vanilla soy milk
2 tsp. Fat Free French Vanilla Coffee-mate powder (dissolved in an oz of warm water)
1 oz. Sugar Free Strawberry Syrup
3 Splenda packets
3 large ice cubes
2 tbsp. Fat Free Reddi-Wip

Place all of the ingredients in blender, except for the whipped cream. Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds. Pour, and top with Fat Free Reddi-Wip.