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RECIPES FOR REAL-LIFE EATING

Chili Cheese Popcorn (from 100 Calorie Snacks)

3 T. margarine
1/4 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
1/4 tsp. onion powder
8 C. popped popcorn
1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese

  In a small saucepan over low heat, melt margarine. Add chili powder, garlic salt and onion powder; stir well. Pour margarine mixture over popped popcorn. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and toss to coat well before serving. (90 calories per 1 cup serving)

 
Mashed Garlic Cauliflower (from 400 Calories Dinners)

1 head cauliflower, chopped
1/4 C. skim milk
1 tsp. garlic powder

Steam cauliflower over boiling water until tender. Transfer cauliflower to a medium bowl. Add milk and garlic powder; mash to desired texture and serve hot. (23 calories per 1/4 cup serving)

 

Premium Brownie Pie (from 150 Calorie Desserts)

3 egg whites
2 T. brown sugar
12 (2") chocolate graham crackers, finely crushed
1/4 C. finely chopped walnuts
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
2 C. nonfat frozen vanilla yogurt, slightly softened
Sliced strawberries, optional

Preheat oven to 325°. Coat a 9" pie pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer at medium-high speed to beat egg whites until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes. Gradually add the sugar, beating for 2-3 minutes or until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in cracker crumbs, walnuts and vanilla until just blended. Transfer mixture into prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 25 minutes or until firm and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack. Spread softened frozen yogurt over brownie pie; cover and freeze for 2-3 hours or until yogurt is very firm. Slice into 8 wedges and garnish with a few sliced strawberries, if desired. (135 calories per serving)

 Recipes provided by CQ Products from their books, 100 Calorie Snacks, 150 Calorie Desserts and 400 Calorie Dinners.