Lemon Bars PointsPlus 3

Ingredients

1 1/3 cup(s) all-purpose flour
5 Tbsp packed light brown sugar
8 Tbsp regular butter, cold, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 large egg(s)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cup(s) powdered sugar, divided
3/4 cup(s) fresh lemon juice
2 tsp lemon zest  

Instructions




Preheat oven to 350°F.

To make crust, mix flour and light brown sugar using a food processor until fully incorporated. Toss butter into flour mixture and pulse to combine using short bursts of power until butter is cut into tiny pea-sized pieces and dough appears lumpy. Sprinkle crust mixture onto an ungreased 13 X 9 X 2-inch baking pan as evenly as possible; press down with a spatula to create a packed surface. Place crust in middle of oven and bake until golden, about 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, to make lemon topping, beat eggs in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until well blended. Add vanilla extract and 3/4 cup of powdered sugar; mix well. Add lemon juice and remaining powdered sugar; mix until powdered sugar is completely dissolved and then add zest.

As soon as crust is finished, remove from oven and reduce oven temperature to 300°F. Immediately pour lemon mixture over hot crust. Bake completely, about 30 minutes; cool, and cut into 24 bars. Yields 1 bar per serving.


Notes

The crust must be HOT when you pour on the lemon mixture.

You’ll need approximately three lemons to yield the amount of juice and zest in this recipe.

You can increase the lemon flavor of these bars by adding more zest or eliminate the zest altogether for a less tart taste. You can also change the flavor completely by subbing fresh lime juice and zest for the lemon.

Prep time: 12 min

Cook time: 50 min

Other time: 0 min

  Serves: 24

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Mini Coffee-Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches PointsPlus 2

Ingredients

1 1/2 tsp water, warm
2 tsp instant espresso, powder
1 1/2 cup(s) light vanilla ice cream
2 Tbsp mini chocolate chips
24 item(s) chocolate wafer(s)

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine water and espresso powder; chill for several minutes.

In another small bowl, combine ice cream, espresso mixture and chocolate chips. Spoon 2 tablespoons ice cream mixture on top of 12 wafers; top each with a second wafer. Freeze until ready to serve. Yields 1 sandwich per serving.

Notes

If you want to double this recipe, make one batch at a time so the ice cream won’t get too soft.

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Citrus Punch PointsPlus 3

Ingredients

4 cup(s) diet ginger ale
2 cup(s) grapefruit juice
2 cup(s) mango nectar
2 2/3 Tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
4 fl oz rum, preferably white, 80 proof
3 tsp fresh lime juice, or to taste
1 small orange(s), seedless, thinly sliced  

Instructions

In a large pitcher, combine ginger ale, grapefruit juice, mango nectar, orange juice concentrate, rum and lime juice. Garnish with thin slices of orange (and/or lime). Yields about 1 cup per serving.





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Greek Yogurt with Warm Blueberry Sauce PointsPlus 3

Ingredients

2 cup(s) fresh blueberries
2 Tbsp sugar, granulated
2 Tbsp water
1/2 tsp lemon zest, grated, or more to taste (plus extra for garnish)
1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
1 pinch table salt
 3 cup(s) fat-free plain Greek yogurt  

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar and water; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of the berries burst and cook down into a purple sauce, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Remove sauce from heat and stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and salt; let cool to warm. (If not using right away, transfer to a container, cover and refrigerate until serving. Reheat before serving.)

To serve, spoon yogurt into small bowls; top with warm berry sauce and swirl sauce into yogurt. Yields 1/2 cup yogurt and about 1/4 cup sauce per serving.

Notes
Frozen blueberries can be used in place of fresh blueberries – especially when they are not in season. Just add a few minutes to the sauce cooking time.

A sprinkling of toasted almonds would be a nice addition to this recipe (could affect PointsPlus values).

If you really love lemon, spoon some lemon zest into the yogurt and also use some as a garnish.Share This Recipe!

Frozen Chocolate Mint Dessert PointsPlus 3

Ingredients

1 oz chocolate wafer(s), about 5 cookies
1/4 tsp mint extract
1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
7 oz fat free whipped topping, about 1 whole aerosol can
1/4 cup(s) fat free skim milk
3 piece(s) Weight Watchers by Whitman's Mint patties, frozen, chopped
2 Tbsp chocolate syrup
6 Tbsp whipped topping light or fat free, vanilla or chocolate  

Instructions

Line six muffin holes with foil muffin liners.

In a blender, combine wafers, extract, cocoa, fat-free whipped topping and milk; blend until completely combined. Divide mixture among prepared muffin liners; freeze for at least 2 hours.

Just before serving, top each with 1/6 of mint patties, 1 teaspoon chocolate syrup and 1 tablespoon whipped topping. Yields 1 dessert per serving.


Notes

This easy chocolate dessert can be made in several flavors. For a pure chocolate treat, replace the mint extract with chocolate or vanilla extract and swap the mint patties for an ounce of mini chocolate chips (could affect PointsPlus values).

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Spicy Beef Tacos PointsPlus 7

Ingredients

3 spray(s) cooking spray, divided  
2 clove(s) (medium) garlic clove(s), minced
3/4 pound(s) uncooked 93% lean ground beef
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
3/4 tsp table salt, or to taste  
1 1/2 cup(s) canned diced tomatoes, with jalapenos or green chilies
8 small corn tortilla(s), lightly toasted just before serving if desired*
2 cup(s) (chopped) lettuce, shredded
1/2 cup(s) low fat shredded cheddar cheese, sharp-variety
 1/3 cup(s) fat free salsa  

Instructions

    Coat a large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add beef; cook until browned, breaking up meat as it cooks, about 5 to 6 minutes. Add cumin, coriander, salt and diced tomatoes; cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is almost absorbed, about 5 to 6 minutes.

    Place tortillas on a flat surface. Top each with about 1/4 cup beef, 1/4 cup lettuce, 1 tablespoon cheese and 2 teaspoons salsa. Fold tortillas in half and serve. Yields 2 tacos per serving.

Notes
*To toast tortillas, coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place tortillas on top and coat with cooking spray. Heat in a 300°F oven until slightly crisp but not too crisp that they break when folded.

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Easy Deviled Eggs WW PointsPlus+ = 1

Easy Deviled Eggs is an easy and delicious recipe for deviled eggs. It is a perfect accompaniment for holiday appetizers, picnics, and summer grilling menus. It is also low in calories, low fat, low sugars, low cholesterol and low sodium. A diabetic friendly and a WeightWatchers (1) PointsPlus+ recipe. Makes 24 Servings. Easy Deviled Eggs will be loved by your family and guests.easy-deviled-eggs



ingredients:

1 Dozen hard boiled eggs, cut lengthwise in half
3 tbsp Greek-style sour cream & nonfat yogurt
3 tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper

directions:

1. Carefully sccop out the yolks from the cooked egg halves; place in a medium size bowl and mash with a fork.

2. Add in the sour cream, mayo, relish and mustard; mix well.

3. Spoon into centers of whites; sprinkle with the cayenne pepper.

TIP: (How to Easily Fill the Egg White Halves)
Spoon egg yolk mixture into small resealable plastic bag. Cut small corner from bottom of bag; use to pipe filling into egg white halves.

YIELD: 24 Servings
Serving Size: 1 egg half per serving.

WW PointsPlus+ = 1

Carb Choices: 1
Diet Exchange:
1 Fat

nutritional information
Calories: 50, Total Fat 3.5g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 95mg, Sodium 60mg, Sugars 1g, Carbohydrates 14g, Fiber 0g, Protein 3g


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