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The old catchphrase about necessity being the mother of invention was never more accurate than when it comes to food. Not having some important ingredient or other has been the inspiration for some of my most interesting recipes. :-) Case in point: this weekend I found myself in the perfect situation for inventing something –…

I love old cookbooks! And the best of all old cookbooks are the home-grown “collection” cookbooks published as fundraisers for granges, Sunday school classes, women’s clubs, etc. A lot of my old “home cooking” cookbooks came from my mother’s basement and my grandmother’s attic, but I’m always on the lookout for more. They’re pretty much…

Could you dig into a peanut butter pie that was reasonably low in fat and sugar, high in protein, and utterly melt-in-your-mouth delicious? Well, dig away, and the secret ingredient that makes it possible is tofu! This frozen peanut butter pie is very easy to make and has a smooth, creamy texture and a rich…

Now that the holidays are over, lots of us have packed away our cookie-baking equipment. But what a shame!!!! Everyone needs a sweet treat now and then, and what better treat is there than a hearty home made cookie? These cookies are delicious and easy to make, plus there’s no sugar added because they get…

Do you ever get tired of doing potatoes in the same old ways? I do! Here’s an interesting recipe I found for potato pancakes, which I understand are fairly common in Scandanavian and Germanic cultures. They couldn’t be easier to make, and they’re so delicious! Plus, this recipe is low fat – just use a…

Couscous is similar to rice or pasta, but it’s actually a low calorie, nutritious form of wheat semolina. Couscous is an excellent choice for healthy eating; it’s very low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium, and it’s an excellent source of a wide variety of nutrients, including protein, niacin, riboflavin, vitamin B6 and folic acid.…

Do you love the sweet creaminess of Waldorf salad, and the crispy crunch of coleslaw? This recipe for Sweet and Tangy Slaw is the best of both worlds, and talk about light! It’s very low in calories – no need for mayo or heavy cream, because nonfat vanilla yogurt makes the sauce! It’s spiked with…

If you’re cutting meat out of your diet, fried chicken is off the menu – but oven fried tofu is right on! It’s crisp, tender, high protein, and deliciously satisfying. Try serving it as a traditional entree, with favorite goodies like tossed salad and mashed potatoes by it’s side. Going vegetarian or vegan doesn’t mean…

Nothing goes better with a steaming mug of coffee or a cup of tea than biscotti, the dry, firm Italian cookies that are perfect for dunking. The word biscotti means “twice baked”, and it’s the double trip to the oven that gives these little treats their unique texture. In this version, the cookies are baked…

Sweet potatoes are a delicious accompaniment to roast turkey, and a must-have side dish for holiday feasts. But if you’re watching your diet or trying to limit your sugar intake, the “standard” candied sweet potatoes or yams become an instant no-no. Does that mean you have to give up this festive favorite? No way! Try…