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Fig bars on a cutting board with some figs next to the board

Fabulous Fig Bars

Ingredients 3 cups dried figs (chopped, 16 ounces) 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped) 1/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup orange juice (juice from 1/2 orange) 2 tablespoons hot water 1/2 cup margarine (softened, or butter) 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 large…

Easy Rice Pudding

Easy Rice Pudding

Ingredients 2/3 cup white rice, uncooked 2 cups water (warm) 1 teaspoon butter or margarine (optional – used in analysis) 1/2 cup dry milk, non-fat 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup water 1/2 cup raisins…

Fall Veggie Casserole

Fall Veggie Casserole

Ingredients 5 1/2 cups eggplant, cubes (1 medium eggplant) 4 tomatoes 1 green pepper 1 onion 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 clove garlic 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated) Directions 1. Remove the skin from…

Easy Stuffed Pasta Shells

Easy Stuffed Pasta Shells

Ingredients 1 package frozen chopped spinach, thawed (10 ounces) 12 ounces cottage cheese, low-fat 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, part skim shredded (save 1/2 cup for topping) 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 jar light tomato basil…

Panecillos Fabulosos de Frutas

Fabulous Fruit Muffins

Ingredients 1 1/4 cups flour 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cup buttermilk, low-fat 2 tablespoons margarine (melted) 1 egg (slightly beaten) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup frozen strawberries (coarsely chopped, or other…

Pizza Tan Fácil Como de Mezcla (de la Mejor Mezcla Para Hornear)

Easy-As-A-Mix Pizza (from Better Baking Mix)

Ingredients 1 Serving Better Baking Mix 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/3 cup water 1/2 cup tomato sauce 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion 1/2 teaspoon oregano (or Italian herb mix) 1 cup mozzarella cheese, part-skim grated Directions 1. Preheat oven to…

Fantastic French Toast

Fantastic French Toast

Ingredients 2 large eggs 1/2 cup non-fat milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 6 slices whole wheat bread syrup or other toppings (optional) Directions 1. Preheat the griddle over medium heat, or set an electric frying pan at 375 degrees. 2.…

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Eating Smart Seasoning Mix

Ingredients 1 1/4 teaspoons black pepper 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes 3/4 cup dried, minced onion 2 cups dried milk, non-fat Directions 1. Combine all ingredients. 2. Store in airtight container. 3. Use in recipes as indicated.   Notes…

Fat-Free Apple Crumb Dessert

Fat-Free Apple Crumb Dessert

Ingredients 4 apples (medium, baking) 1/2 cup oatmeal, quick cooking (uncooked) 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark) 2 teaspoons cinnamon (ground) 1/3 cup apple juice non-stick cooking spray Directions 1. Move the oven rack to the center of the…

Eggplant and Pepper Dip

Eggplant and Pepper Dip

Ingredients 1 eggplant 2 red pepper 1 onion (small) 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon basil 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions 1. Use a vegetable peeler to remove the peel from the eggplant. 2.…

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