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Low-Point Lenten Meals

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Feb 17th, 2013 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Friday’s during Lent I used to struggle to find delicious (meatless) meals for my family; so over these past few years, I started creating numerous appetizers, entrees, and desserts that don’t contain meat and are healthy and low-calorie.  Below i…



Low-Point Oreo Brownies

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Feb 16th, 2013 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

All you need is a glass of milk! These mini brownies not only include oreo pieces, but add a bit of peanut butter and it turns them into something to write home about. When these brownies are warm, right from the oven, you will have a hard time maintai…



Low-Point Hummus Crusted Chicken

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Feb 12th, 2013 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

If you’re hummus lovers like we are, you will absolutely enjoy this recipe! I also used smoked paprika, which adds such a wonderful flavor, but feel free to omit if you’re not a fan. Hope you enjoy this simple recipe just as much as we do!Low-Point Hum…



Healthy Super Bowl Snacks!

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Jan 28th, 2013 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

FOOTBALL – FOOD – FUNAside from rooting for your favorite team, watching the funny commercials, and enjoying the half-time show, Super Bowl Sunday is all about the food! If you’re looking for some delicious appetizers, snacks, and desserts to sink your…



Low-Point Reese’s Cookies with Chocolate Drizzle

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Jan 27th, 2013 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

AAAA-MAZING! Incredibly delightful cookies that will completely satisfy your sweet tooth and only at only two points each, you can enjoy several to get your fill. :)Low-Point Reese’s Cookies with Chocolate DrizzleIngredients:- 1/2 cup “I Can’t Believe …



Low-Point Breakfast Cups

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Jan 26th, 2013 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

So easy to make, these buttery crescent rolls filled with ham, egg, and cheese are a good way to start your day!Low-Point Breakfast CupsIngredients:- 1 tube of reduced-fat Pillsbury crescent rolls- 5 eggs- 1/4 cup 1% milk- 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded …



Low-Point Mini Turtle Brownies

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Jan 22nd, 2013 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Fudgy mini turtle brownies? Yes please. With some coffee too please. 🙂 This delicious dessert doesn’t need much explaining. Chocolate. Caramel. Pecans. All you need for a delightful dessert (besides the coffee of course). Low-Point Mini Turtle Br…



Low-Point Candy Cane Kisses

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Dec 18th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

More holiday baking fun! Just put on some Christmas music, fix yourself a nice hot cup of coffee or hot chocolate, and let the baking begin!!!Low-Point Candy Cane KissesIngredients:- 2 sticks butter (1 cup)- 1 1/2 cups Splenda- 2 eggs- 2 1/2 tsp. vanil…



Low-Point Pecan Buckeye Bars

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Dec 18th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

For a lot of people, it’s a holiday tradition to spend hours in the kitchen preparing just one dessert. It may be tradition, but so not necessary! Short on time and need a very quick dessert for a holiday party? These amazingly delicious buckeye bars t…



Low-Point Holiday Cranberry Sauce

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Dec 2nd, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Cranberry sauce is a staple at my house whenever we enjoy any holiday meal.  I’m sorry to say I’ve always bought canned cranberry sauce in the past; but I did go out of my way to buy two kinds… whole and jellied. I thought several times about ma…