American, 500 or fewer calories Recetas

Jewish Apple Cake

This is my version of a traditional Jewish Apple Cake. It is one of my Fall favorites. It stays moist and flavorful for days, a good choice when you…

Gluten Free Pumpkin Cornbread

I modified my mother-in-law’s beloved cornbread recipe to create this. The pumpkin gives the gluten free-flours a moisture and spring, and the lemon…

Lemon Coconut Pixies

I shape ( using an ice cream scoop #40) my cookies right after dough is made and then refrigerate.

The Most Decadent Cornbread Casserole Ever, Made Skinny

I’ve tasted many cornbread casseroles in my day and this one wins hands down… It’s rich, moist, creamy and…

Crockpot Beef Short Ribs with Mushrooms

Crockpot meals are perfect for busy days. A little prep in the morning, then let the crockpot do its magic on…

Dazzling, Skinny Chocolate Cherry Bundt Cake

Deep dark chocolate batter embraces chunks of ruby-colored cherries in this elegant cake. The light crimson…

Heart Healthy, Peanut Butter and Jelly Oatmeal

A steaming bowl of fresh cooked oatmeal is the perfect way to start off your day. What better way to gain the…

Raspberry Topped Poppy Seed Cookies

A perfect dainty cookie for tea time, Valentine's Day, Christmas, or other special occasion. Buttery-rich,…

Fresh Corn Salad

A friend of mine here in Dallas made this side salad to go with sliders and it was fantastic.

Five Star Shrimp Etouffee

If you've never eaten authentic creole, you truly don't know what you're missing. I discovered this Louisiana favorite while residing there and it…

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Oven Baked Spicy Chicken Fingers

Summer is here and it is picnic time! Alessa and I will be featuring some wonderful picnic recipes this month…

Cucumber Vinegar Salad

This was a favorite summertime salad of my mine. I remember my mother making this on a regular basis with garden fresh cucumbers and onions. I put…

Favorite Buttermilk Waffles (with Whole Grain option)

Buttermilk makes baked products divine, and this is the way I use it in waffles. White whole wheat flour or…

Cranberry Cole Slaw

Are you craving crunchy freshness right about now? When meltingly tender slow-cooked stews and soups predominate. They are welcome, but sometimes…