American, 500 or fewer calories, Birthday party Recetas

Layered Banana Cream Pie

This pie is smooth and creamy and, oh so, rich! It makes everyone happy!

Baked Cheese & Olive & Pepper Warm Dip

Delicious warm dip for any get together, serve with crackers or chips.

S'more Brownies

Who said s'mores were for camping? These s'more brownies are a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Banana Wrap

Great for snack or Breakfast.... I NEVER microwave anything (don't own one either) so this is entirely up to you. I simply warm my tortilla in a…

Homemade Chocolate Milk Shakes

A frugal way to make a homemade chocolate milk shake when you don't have any ice cream on hand. You will not believe how delicious these shakes are!

Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Mushroom Caps

A great appetizer with plenty of flavor!

Cranberry Fluff

This is a great alternative to the classic Cranberry dish served at the Holiday meal. It is easy to make and uses fresh ingredients. Your guests…

Julia Ann's Caramel Corn

A special treat of caramel corn for snacks, appetizers, gifts and eat with hot cocoa on a winter day in front of the fireplace. ©2007-2014…

Spinach-Romaine Lettuce Salad

This was a 'gourmet' salad from Bon Appetit, 1978. It now is a favorite in my recipes. Sliced red onions and/or feta cheese make good additions to…

Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

I’ve tried many recipes of oatmeal raisin cookies but settled on this as the best one yet. It’s from Joy of Cooking (1997). The cookies are…

Chocolate Glazed Peanut Butter Bars

Sweet and chewy bars are a cinch to make and will please most all of your hungry nibblers! The original recipe…

Creme de Menthe Pillows

Date Nite/Movie Nite In Deep Dish Pizzas

These pizzas are just plain awesome!! I made these over the weekend for the kids and grown-ups alike!! There…

Snappy Stuffed Tomatillos

What a wonderful treat at parties. Friends and family will request this time and time again. Feel free to substitute cherry tomatoes for the…