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Healthy Baked Oatmeal **VIDEO**
Healthy baked oatmeal is always a hit in my house. It is like a muffin (and like a pudding).....
A Delicious Meatless Stuffing
The key to great stuffing is not the sausage. I believe it is using “real” bread crumbs....
Four Ingredient Pumpkin Gingerbread
This lovely gingerbread includes only four ingredients.
Another Take on Light Pizza
Pizza is one of my forms of kryptonite. Not crappy Domino’s pizza, but well-made, delicious pizza. I am a bit of a pizza tourist....
Delicious Broccoli Apple Salad Will Keep In Your Fridge
Lettuce tends to melt in my fridge and when I make a salad with it - I eat it right away....
A New England Roll Without the Lobstah
I went on a trip to Cape Cod and couldn’t believe the number of signs for lobster rolls....
My Greatest Muffin of All Time
I have told everyone how much I love rhubarb. This being rhubarb season, I am continuing to celebrate its arrival....
The BEST Green Food for Saint Patrick’s Day
We go crazy using green frosting on cupcakes, donuts, and cookies when we have lovely green food surrounding us (duh)....
End Your Ice Cream Addiction With This Two Ingredient Recipe
Lately, I find myself talking a lot about ice cream. I’m not eating ice cream because it is in the negatives outside (brrr).....
Three Layer Bean Dip: Because Three is Faster Than Seven
I was first introduced to "Seven Layer Dip" in 1995 and I immediately fell in love...
Need A Muffin That Will Fill You Up? Check out this Bran Muffin
I have to admit to hating bran muffins for most of my life. Then I decided to make my own, but I did encounter a few hurdles.
Time To Make Vegan Thanksgiving Stuffing
Are you ready for Thanksgiving? It will be here before you know it....
Pumpkin Gingerbread
This lovely gingerbread includes only four ingredients....
How To Become a Marathoner and Spiced Butternut Squash Muffins from Fannetastic Food
Anne is a Registered Dietician and a marathoner. How healthy can you be?...
Bored with Chicken Breast? Try Pork Tenderloin
It is late September and I am still grilling. Perhaps I will give it up when I have to put on my down parka to stand outside....
A New Pizza – No Sauce and a Light Crust
Pizza is one of my forms of kryptonite. Not crappy Domino’s pizza, but well-made, delicious pizza....
Blender Vegan Key Lime Pudding
I don’t like using my blender because then I have to wash it. It is bulky and takes time to put together and take apart....
Vegetarian Slow Cooker Baked Beans
Yesterday, Snack Girl took on July 4th but she forgot to mention her very favorite recipe for the celebration....
Move Over Blueberry Pie! Meet Blueberry Slump
Snack Girl loves to make pie-crust because it is so fun!....
Salsa Verde Beef from Simple Nourished Living
Snack Girl loves finding new websites that encourage eating healthy as a mode to lose weight....
Meet Your New Favorite Fry
Snack Girl knows you have had sweet potato fries and said things like, “Wow! I had no idea how good these are!”
Muffinize Your Irish Soda Bread
The St. Patrick’s Day posts keep coming here on Snack Girl. I’m not Irish but I like to celebrate....
Serve Broccoli Slaw For Saint Patrick’s Day
Snack Girl got on her high horse on Monday and castigated the fake green food industry....
Take Your Apple and Peanut Butter To A Whole New Level
Snack Girl has long advocated for an apple and peanut butter for a perfect snack. Basically, you got your fruit with a another whole food (peanuts) just blended up. Super yum!....
Sweet Potatoes Without The Marshmallows: Seriously
Sweet potatoes have been haunting me. They are delicious and we don’t eat enough of them....
Who Needs Seven When You Can Get It Done In Three?
Snack Girl was first introduced to seven layer dip in 1995....
Two Ingredient, Low Calorie, Vegan and Yummy!: Banana Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Snack Girl knows you want to detox right now. How could you have done all that damage?...
Easy Asian Chicken Noodle Soup from This Week For Dinner
Every once in a while Snack Girl meets a fellow food blogger in person.....
Make Life Easy With Fruit Cocktail Crisp
There are times when I don’t have time to brush my hair. Luckily, I always wear an elastic around my wrist for a quick ponytail....
Four Ingredient Pumpkin Gingerbread
I bet you are wondering how I can do it – make gingerbread with four ingredients....
Apple Oatmeal Muffins For Fall
Sometimes, Snack Girl goes on a food jag. Her latest is apples....
Change Up Breakfast With Baked Oatmeal
If you combine whole grains, eggs, yogurt, milk, and fruit what do you get? Breakfast!...
A Delicious Portion-Controlled Potato Recipe
Snack Girl features potatoes because they are inexpensive, nutritious, and super yummy....
Fried Rice For Under 200 Calories
Snack Girl knows what you are thinking. Everyone loves rice, but how could you make it low in calories?....
What To Do With Fresh Tomatoes
Can you believe those colors? You know how they say to "eat the rainbow". Here is your chance!....
Kale In A Casserole: You Must Try
Snack Girl is always on the hunt for a good kale recipe because she has tried several bad ones....
It’s Time To Talk About......
Rhubarb! I know you have been seeing it in your supermarket and farmer’s markets.
You Can Make Your Own Donuts (Without A Deep Fryer)
Snack Girl has a donut problem. She can tell you within a five mile radius where all the delicious donuts can be purchased....
The Fool Proof Way To Cook Brown Rice
Do not fear brown rice. It may look a little different but it is easy to cook....
A Cheese Danish Makeover
Let’s say you are a fledging food photographer and your husband eats your garnish. What should you do?...
Wake Up With A Healthier Spread
Guess what I didn't use on my toast this morning?...
A Fruit Dip To Keep Life Interesting
Snack Girl has long advocated for an apple and peanut butter for a perfect snack. Basically, you got your fruit with a another whole food (peanuts) just blended up. Super yum!...
No Time To Make Real Oatmeal? Try This
Do you have time to make real oatmeal? I didn’t think so.
Make Your Own Mocha Roasted Almonds
Snack Girl is not trying to sell you rabbit poop, it just looks like it.....
Tasty Three Layer Dip In A Snap
Do you ever get stuck with having to make something and not wanting to drive to the store?...
Vegetarian Hash For Breakfast: You Don’t Need Bacon
If I am absolutely honest with myself, bacon will be one of the top foods I take to a deserted island....
Comfort Without The Icing
There is more than one way to create comfort. One way involves lots of calories and icing....
The Fast Cooking Bean For A Warm Salad
Do you think the words “warm” and “salad” work together? Well, they can if you use lentils....
The In Season Vegetable With A Bad Reputation
Snack Girl knows how you are feeling right now. Too many bowl games?....
A Pumpkin Pie Smoothie For Fall
Last week, I introduced Fall with a no bake pumpkin oatmeal cookie. But, I had a problem....
Have You Tried Baked Oatmeal?
If you combine whole grains, eggs, yogurt, milk, and fruit what do you get? Breakfast!....
Turn Dull Beans Into A Potato Chip Replacement
Yesterday, we featured canned beans in a sneaky way. Today, they come out behind the curtain.
Try Adding This To Your Brownie Mix
I bet you are wondering what “this” is - and it is a natural ingredient from a plant. Not the plant most of you are thinking of because this is a family website....
Why This Pizza Crust Is My New BFF
For the older generation out there that doesn't text, BFF stands for best friend forever (someone had to inform ME of that :-)...
Try This Trick For Some Healthy Blueberry Muffins
Snack Girl is already making her plans for Earth Day (April 22nd). I am going to celebrate with a picnic!...
Spread It On or Dip It: The Best Yogurt Fruit Dip
Snack Girl has long advocated for an apple and peanut butter for a perfect snack. Basically, you got your fruit with a another whole food (peanuts) just blended up. Super yum!....
Make Your Own Whole Wheat Tortillas - So Yummy!
See that tortilla up there? I made it! And, yes, I am proud of myself....
What Happens When You Remove Fat And Sugar From Ice Cream
Does anyone else think the image of a skinny cow is a little strange? My kids thought the packaging was hilarious....
Mix Up These Healthier Corn Muffins In A Jiffy
Got time to bake? No? Don't worry, Snack Girl has a great tip for making it look like you have time to use that oven for something other than pots and pan storage....
Fall In Love With A New Whole Grain
The comfort zone of American cuisine is meat, potatoes, and a wee bit of vegetables. When it comes to whole grains, we are sadly lacking....
Will "Newtons Fruit Thins" Keep You Thin?
Snack Girl believes the holy grail of snack foods to be the healthy cookie. Both yummy and good for you, this cookie would solve all my snacking problems....
Z Fries: The Latest In Nutritious, Delicious, and Low Cal Fries
Z French like to sspeak like thissss. In France, they call French fries - frites. Don't they know they are French fries? sheesh....
Whole Grain, Homemade Chip: Goodbye Potato Chips!
Chips, why do we love you so? Is it the crunchiness? The saltiness? or the just plain deliciousness....
Vegan Cupcakes Have Taken Over The World
Shhhh....don't tell ANYONE (except all of your friends). Chocolate cupcakes can be delicious without any.....
The BEST Post Workout Snack
Whether you do yoga, walk, spin, bike, run, or swim, you usually get hungry after activity. Many people reach for energy bars such as PowerBar, but with a little creativity, you can do a WHOLE lot better....
Satan Would Hate This Recipe
Yes, this photo does look like "deviled" eggs, but Snack Girl has a fix to make them much less evil....
Homemade Whole Wheat Tortillas - So Ridiculously Easy
Back in November, I wrote a post about healthy tortillas (A Healthy Tortilla). A reader who commented on that post changed my world....
This Smoothie Will Blow Your Mind
Snack Girl isn't really a fan of smoothies because she finds them too sweet. But, there is one style of smoothie that motivates her to get out the blender.
You Won't Miss The Butter In This Holiday Banana Bread
Can you trick your pals into believing you used a stick of butter to make your banana bread? I think so!...
Try This Pumpkin Pie Makeover For Thanksgiving
Why would Snack Girl mess with Thanksgiving? Come on, live a little!...
A Tomato Salad For Tomato Lovers
Can you believe those colors? You know how they say to "eat the rainbow". Here is your chance!....
Turn Your Dull Toast into a Terrific Snack
What can you spread on your toast that will help guard against high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke? Butter, right?...