Berry Sundae

My absolute favorite summer time treat is ice cream. Unfortunately some of it can really pack on the calories. So one of my favorite desserts to make are berry sundae's.

3 Weight Watcher Points

Ingredients:

- 1/2 cup Edy's Slow Churned Ice Cream
- 1 cup of any type of berries

Directions:

- Well, you know what to do!

ENJOY!

sausage cheese mcmuffin

I am IN LOVE with McDonald's Sausage McMuffin. Unfortunately the grease dripping from the wrapper and 9 point Weight Watcher value doesn't easily fit in to my eating style. So I have to improvise in order to not feel deprived and here's what I came up with!

1 serving = 1 sandwich = 3 Weight Watcher Points

Ingredients:
- 100 calorie high fiber english muffin- 1 -2% cheese slice (45 calories)
- 1 turkey sausage link (Banquet makes these in turkey that you can easily heat up in the microwave)Directions:

1. Toast english muffin in toaster.
2. Heat sausage in microwave and then slice in thin rounds.
3. Lay sausage and cheese on english muffin and microwave for around 20 seconds.

ENJOY!

brushetta chicken

I often times get some yummy recipes from the Kraft emails I receive every so often in my inbox. This is one that sparked my interest because it seemed pretty healthy. For their picture, recipe, etc. go here. It ended up being delicious and easy and I will definitely be making it again!

1 Serving = 1 tender (about 2 ounces) = 3 Weight Watcher Points

Ingredients:

- 4 small Boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb.)(I used 4 tenders)

- 1/4 cup KRAFT Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing, divided

- 1 Tomato, finely chopped

- 1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese (I actually only sprinkled a teeny tiny amount on each tender)

- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Directions:

1. I marinated the chicken in the dressing all day.

2. I chopped the basil (I used dried basil) and tomato and mixed in a little of the cheese.

3. I topped each tender with some of the mixture.

4. Their recipe grills it but I just cooked it in the oven (in a clear glass dish) at 350 for about a 1/2 hour (or until the chicken was done).

ENJOY!

banana boats

A couple of months ago we had a Family Home Evening lesson on Noah, the Ark, and what it means to be obedient. For our treat we made our own boats. Here's how to make your own yummy treat!


Ingredients:
- bananas
- chocolate chips
- marshmallows
- peanut butter

Directions:

1. Slice the banana's length wise - but not enough to go all the way through.

2. Spread as much peanut butter as you wish.

3. Top with chips and marshmallows.

4. Wrap in foil, place on baking sheet, and cook in a 350 degree oven for about 10 minutes.

ENJOY!

Broccoli Salad

I got this recipe from my Mama and it sure is a favorite in our house - especially at this time of year. Pair it with a hot dog, grilled chicken, a hamburger, or pulled pork sandwich - it's a great side for almost ANYTHING!

Yields 20 - 1/2 cup servings. Each serving is 3 Weight Watcher Points.

Ingredients:

salad
- the original recipes calls for 4 cups of chopped broccoli (I use around 7-8)
- 1/2 - 3/4 chopped onion
- 12 strips of bacon fried and crumbled (I used the already cooked strips)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds

dressing
- 1 cup mayo (I used light)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 4 Tablespoons red wine vinegar

Directions:
1. Chop and mix all the salad ingredients.
2. Mix it with the dressing right before serving.
3. Serve/Store cold.

Enjoy!

Ronzoni Smart Taste Pasta

My favorite pasta - Ronzoni Smart Taste.

It is high in fiber which makes it lower in Weight Watcher points, it's white, it tastes no different than regular pasta (my hubby is not a fan of whole wheat pasta), and it goes on sale for $1 a box!

Check it out and give it a try - it's a keeper :)

ENJOY!

Tomato Basil Chicken

I found this recipe over here at Smitten With My Kitchen. Go give one of her yummy recipes a shot! I love new pasta recipes that are simple and quick and my kiddos love.

Here it is:

Tomato-Basil Chicken

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp olive oil
4 boneless, skinless breast halves cut into 1 inch cubes
2 cans (10 ¾ oz) condensed tomato soup
1 cup milk
4 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp basil
1 tsp garlic powder
Hot cooked pasta

Directions:
1. In a medium skillet over medium high heat, heat oil. Add chicken and cook 10 minutes or until browned. Set chicken aside and keep warm.

2. Add soup, milk, cheese, basil and garlic powder to skillet. Heat to a boil. Return chicken to pan. Reduce heat to low.

3. Cover and cook 5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Serve over your favorite pasta.

The end - and delicious!

ENJOY!