Homemade Refried Beans by John Spottiswood

I'm ashamed to say that though I LOVE refried beans, this is the first time I've ever made them myself. It's just so easy to buy them in a can, or at a mexican restaurant, that I haven't bothered. But this recipe is simple and it is definitely worth the effort in my mind. I figure my kids are the true test, since they aren't that…

Skinny Mini Reuben Appetizers, Low Calorie and Delectable by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

Here’s a classic deli sandwich turned into a bite-sized appetizer. I love serving these whenever I’m having company or even as a fun lunch. These little gems are so delicious and simple to make. You can prep them in advance and pop them in the oven, just before serving. Each skinny, mini appetizer is only 61 calories, 2 grams of fat…

Mom’s Deviled Ham Spread / Sandwich Filling by Salad Foodie

No one will complain about the leftovers from the holiday ham when it shows up next day as a dip or spread for snacks, or as a sandwich filling. This is a throwback recipe from my childhood! Mom made this for picnics and we all loved it. Here’s a close rendition with some tweaks of my own. Just remember to mince everything fine so…

Molasses Crinkles by Julia Ann Souders

A classic molasses cookie for a lunch box, an after school snack, coffee break or a pick-me-up anytime. Cookies are always handy to eat-on-the-run. ©2007-2014 Netta Belle’s Choice® cookbookinabox® “Reg. U.S. Pat. & Trdmk.Off.” Reg. “Trade-marks Canadian Intellectual Property Office.” nettabelleschoice.com and…

Peanut Butter Cookies by Carolina Create

Easy, delicious peanut butter cookies. The kids love them and can make them on their own, they're so easy.

100 Calorie Pancake!!! by victoria jones

This morning's breakfast was great. A 100 calorie pancake topped with fresh fruit and a drizzle of syrup. This recipe was super easy to make and really good. I should mention that the pancake batter makes 8 pancakes. I only had one so there was A LOT left over. If you have kids or are feeding more than one make the recipe as is. If…

Zucchini Santa Fe by Robyn Savoie

This fast side is great with the green chilies. It gives this recipe a great zip.

Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Crisscross Cookies by Salad Foodie

Peanut butter cookie recipes abound, but none of them came close to rekindling memories of the favorite from my youth - until I came across this one in an Old Farmer's Almanac. The first batch I made convinced me the recipe was the one from my early baking years. Ah - answered prayers!

Orange Sauce (for cooked carrots) by Micheline

Are you tired of serving plain carrots? This is an excellent sweet sauce you can serve on top of cooked carrots to impress family and friends. You can serve the plain sauce or as in the photo you can add peeled orange slices to the sauce before adding to the cooked carrots for a fancier looking dish or for a special occasion.

Whole Wheat Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies by Tina W.

This is a delicious, slightly crunchy cookie that bursts with flavor. The sunflower seeds give it a special crunch and the chocolate chips give it just the right amount of sweetness! (They are not as sweet as your storebought cookies...if you like them sweeter, add more sucanat or some honey.)

Soft & Chewy Cranberry Walnut Cookies by Catherine Pappas

Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies by Carolinaheartstrings

What do you do when it is 100 degrees outside? Bake of course. I know I know crazy right. Thank goodness I have a nice open kitchen that stays cool even with the oven on. These cookies smelled so good baking and are just so tempting that waiting to let them cool slightly was torture!

Loaded Oatmeal Cookies by Julia Ann Souders

Loaded Oatmeal Cookies are for an after school snack for your children or coffee break at work with your co-workers. They provide extra nutritive value in molasses, whole wheat flour, wheat germ, old fashioned rolled oats and raisins. ©2007-2014 Netta Belle’s Choice® cookbookinabox® “Reg. U.S. Pat. & Trdmk.Off. Reg.…

Mango Papaya Salsa by swati paathak

This mango papaya fruit salsa is Easy, delicious, healthy. I am sure you will love the delightful tangy sweet and sour flavors of tropical fruits. You can serve it as a salad, side dish or with some nachos chips for an appetizer or snack.

Cucumber Vinegar Salad by Carolinaheartstrings

This was a favorite summertime salad of my mine. I remember my mother making this on a regular basis with garden fresh cucumbers and onions. I put a little tweak on it and added a tomato. Delicious.