Celebrating Memorial Day

Remember the sacrifice...

Dreamy Dressing

I have a stockpile of this dressing because I love it so much. It's Emeril's Balsamic Viniagrette. Not low fat, just regular. 2 Tbsp are 1 point. That makes it even better. I like it as a veggie dip, as a sandwich topping and of course on salads. I also like it as a dip for grilled chicken. Hope you can find it in your market too.

Rhubarb

Have I mentioned rhubarb? It's an odd fruit - or is it a vegetable? Anyway it is a little bitter, but with a little Splenda or sweetener, it makes a great topping for yogurt. It's a very unique taste and is often paired with strawberries. I'm going to make up some strawberry rhubarb sugar free jam. If you want to try something new, it's really low in points. This picture is of raw rhubarb - you will always want to cook it before you eat it. Just boil it with a little water until it's mushy.

Eggplant Delish!!!

I just recently re-tried the eggplant from Trader Joes. It comes in thin slices that are pre breaded. Just put it in your oven to crisp it up. 2 large rounds of eggplant are 3 points. I like it over polenta and and 1/2 cup of sauce. A really satisfying way to eat it. I didn't even miss the cheese. It's on my list to buy it again!

In love with omelettes!

I've been having omelettes lately for dinner. I use 2 eggs and a little water all whisked together (that's 4 points) - then add what you want -LOAD it up with veges. I like mine with cream cheese. I know it woulds weird but I got turned onto it a long time ago in college and it is yummy. Last night's omelette was with bacon, cream cheese and grape tomatos. A 7 point dinner and really filling!

Food Network Magazine

I really enjoy reading the Food Network Magazine. I have received a few issues and it is great. It is not focused on low fat or diet type foods but the magazine in general is wonderful!

Dill Pickles

Dill Pickles are one of my favorite meal add ons. They have zero points. But be careful, they are often loaded with sodium.

I find the whole pickles have lots more flavor than the pre cut sandwich stackers or dill pickle chips. For the flavor I'll cut them myself. I love them on sandwiches, burgers, and vege burgers!