Dinner Party, 500 or fewer calories Recetas

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!

Polenta triangles

Another tasty appetizer that can be served alone or together with stuffed mushrooms. The combination is mouthwatering!

Scottish Shortbread

Tried making shortbread for the first time. Tasted more like butter cookies with crumbly texture.

Russian Cream

I found this dessert online while trolling recipe websites. I had never heard of it and was intrigued. It was simple to make, and as you see,…

Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Mushroom Caps

A great appetizer with plenty of flavor!

Skinny Lemon Glazed Chicken, Sweet and Sassy

This spectacular sweet and spicy lemon glazed chicken will make your taste buds sizzle! Studies show eating…

Indian Yogurt Soup

This soup is a delectable combination of Indian spices and the must have Indian herb; curry leaves. It’s nicely done; not too spicy, neither too…

Lemon Squares

"sheer divine"; tangy and crumbly lemon squares.

Dalca (Dhal Mutton Curry)

Tender mutton pieces submerged in a dhal gravy with potatoes, carrots and brinjals swimming aimlessly.

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…

Baked Rice Pudding

We enjoyed this version of rice pudding, brought to a family dinner by my sister-in-law. For my tastes it’s best the day it’s made, so when there’s…

GAJAR KA HALWA (CARROTS DESSERT)

This is one of the best Indian dishes I couldn't forget in my life. It's incredibly tasty and exotic. I didn't…

Veggie Party Puff Pastries

Chop everything up as small as you can! This makes about 15 bite-sized pastries.

Creme de Menthe Pillows

Eggplant Szechuan-style

Year of the Rooster ! A most Happy and Prosperous and Fortunate New Year to all my Chinese friends! Many years ago - too many - I got a recipe…