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Holiday Easy Appetizers
By: Mary Richard / Health Fitness
Are we getting into the “holiday” theme
and snacking? Oh boy, with the upcoming
holiday goodies, the average person gains 5 to 7
pounds!
Shocking, isn’t it? Well there are ways to help combat those added
pounds. I found that even with exercising prior to the holidays, I still may
gain a few pounds. Where did that come from?
When you are invited to house parties, here are a couple of easy and
low-calorie appetizers. Just add some variety crackers or vegetables and
voila! You’ll be a hit of the party!
Avocado Spread
1 avocado
2 teas light sour cream
2 teas red onion, diced
1 teas lemon juice, fresh
Add salt and pepper to taste
Mash avocado in a small bowl. Mix all ingredients until well blended.
Store in refrigerator, covered tightly. Spread on crackers or use as a dip
with vegetables.
Nutrition information per serving. (Servings per recipe - 4) Serving
size 2 oz. Calories: 68; Fat: 4 grams; Carbs: 2 grams; Fiber: 2 grams;
Sodium: 84 mg.
I’ve tried this recipe both ways, as a dip and spread. You can increase
the recipe for larger amounts. It’s yummy! Try various crackers, and cut
up the vegetables to arrange on a platter with this dip in the center.
Herb Dip
1/2 c. skim milk
1 c. low fat cottage cheese
2 tbs chopped parsley
2 tbs chopped chives
1/2 teas dried basil
1/8 teas. curry powder (optional)
1/8 teas garlic clove, minced
Puree all ingredients in blender until smooth. Serve with crisp raw
vegetables Nutrition information: per serving (Servings per recipe - 12)
Serving size 2 tbs.
Calories: 21; Carb:1 gram; Protein: 3 grams, Sodium: 82 mg.
Enjoy the holidays – one of the pleasures of life!
POSITIVE ATTITUDE AND HAPPY HEALTH TO ALL!
Roast 1
head of
garlic
sprinkled
with olive
oil, 35-40
minutes,
at 350°F.
Walnuts Roasting on an Open Fire for Brains from 1 to 92
By: Jan Fair / A No-Brainer Minute
W
hen we hear Nat King Cole sing “Chestnuts roasting …”, we feel good. When we eat
smart, our brains feel good. Walnuts, garlic and broccoli rabe are some of the healthiest
brain foods we can eat. “So I’m offering this simple recipe, for kids from one to ninety-two. Although
it's been said many times, many ways, Merry Brain Healthy Eating to you.” Enjoy this brain smart,
CarbSmart side dish from one of my favorite holiday cookbooks (with publisher’s permission.)
CarbSmart Broccoli Robe with Roasted Walnuts & Garlic
Steam 3
pounds of
broccoli
rabe until
tender.
Cut them
into 1 inch
pieces.
Saute 1/2 cup of
chopped walnuts
in olive oil. Add
roasted garlic
cloves. (Squeeze
roasted head and
pop them out.)
Stir in broccoli.
Heat and serve.
Jan Fair is a writer, consultant & public speaker who has published over 40 books including
the No-Brainer Brain Games series. Please check out her website at www.JanFair.com
Tuesdays 10-11AM
Mental Minutes
“CarbSmart”
1. In one minute, name
carb smart recipes.
2. Make an alphabetical
list.
Artichoke lemon dip,
broccoli bisque,
crab salad, …
A No-Brainer Pick
CarbSmart
Holiday
Entertaining
Tracey Rollison &
Misty Humphrey
carbsmart.com
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