Appetizers & snacks, 400 or fewer calories Recetas

Roasted Tomato, Basil & Mozarella Bruschetta

This is a slightly modified recipe from Barefoot Contessa's Roasted Tomatoes recipe, see link. Very, very…

No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Strawberry Ice Cream

More like gelato because there is little cream in it. It really highlights the strawberries. You may reduce sugar if your strawberries are sweet…

Shrimp & Crab Egg Rolls

The kids got a nice surprise last weekend when they were allowed to help me make some seafood egg rolls. It's a major high for them since we rarely…

Granola Bars

Breakfast? Lunch? Snack? You pick. These homemade granola bars are great as a breakfast on the run with a banana, in a lunch box or after school…

Vegetarian Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles w Vegetables)

The last time I made japchae (sweet potato noodles w vegetables) it came out a little bland and the noodles…

Korean Gaeran Mari (Stuffed Egg Omelette w Cheese)

The wife is usually in charge of this Korean appetizer dish called gaeran mari (stuffed egg omelette) because…

Catfish Stew

For my last “All American” recipe (our July theme) I wanted something that was also a Southern favorite. Whether you catch it yourself, buy it at…

Easy Tex-Mex Refried Bean Dip

Inexpensive, easy prep recipe that guests will love. I sometimes use this recipe to make quesadillas, too.

Mini frittatas with quinoa

Savory bites equaly excellent hot or cold. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.

Cheesy Pepperoni Fingers

Looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer in the spur of the moment. Take cheese sticks and deli sliced pepperoni from ordinary to…

Roasted Picante Salsa

Easy to prepare chunky salsa for dips and other dishes.

stuffed mushroom

with colored bell pepper stuff in mushroom and gratinated

Homemade Peanut Butter

Homemade Peanut Butter - 4 ingredients and less than 10 minutes

Delicious Deviled Eggs

Everyone loves deviled eggs. This variation is creamy and delicious, slightly tangy, and extra delicious. Great for parties & luncheons, or as an…