Hi Friends! It is that time of year when Halloween parties are in full swing. Whether you are hosting a party or simply need to take a dish to an upcoming party you might be trying to find fun and creative ways to offer festive halloween themed treats. Maybe you are looking for a healthier […]
Halloween Banana Pops
Halloween candy season is in full swing. For most people this means candy is available in excess quantities most hours of the day. Increased candy availability can lead to additional unintentional calorie intake. I will leave the exact calories in halloween candy for another blog post, but you get the point that candy can add […]
Apple Cinnamon Quesadillas
*Pictures Updated 9/2018 Hi Friends! Fall time means apple season! One of my favorite activities in the fall is apple picking. An annual tradition for my husband and I is to make a trip to the local apple orchard and spend an afternoon picking as many apples as possible. We always end up picking an […]
Pumpkin Turkey Meatloaf
Pumpkin turkey meatloaf?! Sounds odd right? Delicious is more like it. The pumpkin puree happens to provide a hint of sweet flavor while adding moisture. In essence the pumpkin adds flavor without adding fat. What is not to love about that! Funny thing happened while making this recipe. Actually I never intended on making a […]
360 Product Spotlight “FNCE”
A lecture with Ellie Krieger and Barbara Rolls This past weekend I attended the annual Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo (FNCE) in Philadelphia. One of my favorite things to do at this conference is to visit the expo hall. Hundreds of food companies are present at the expo showcasing both old and new products. Which […]
Flourless Pumpkin Oat Pancakes
Oh for you lovers of pancakes and pumpkin I have a recipe for you! Such a perfect fall recipe with less than 250 calories per serving! My idea for this recipe originated from a previous post “Sunday Morning Oatmeal Pancake for One”. To add fiber and reduce the amount of calories (compared to a traditional […]