Very low carbs - page #85

old-fashioned peach preserves



sugarsliced, peeled, hard, ripe peaches about 10 large

Combine fruit and sugar; let stand 12 to 18 hours in a cool place. Bring slowly to boiling, stirring frequently. Boil gently until fruit becomes clear and syrup thick, about...

 

hollandaise sauce



saltbutteregg yolkslemon juice

Method 1: Divide butter into 3 portions. Place egg yolks with 1/3 of the butter in top of double boiler. Keep water hot but not boiling. Stir eggs and butter...

party cheese ball



pkgdash of saltfinely chopped pecanslemon juice

Combine softened cream cheese and Cheddar, mixing until well blended. Add pimiento, green pepper, onion, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and seasoning. Mix well and chill. Shape into ball. Roll in...

 

stuffed summer squash



sugarsaltoleoegg, beaten

Simmer squash in boiling salted water until tender for about 20 minutes. Slice in half lengthwise and scoop out insides, leaving shells intact. Drain and mash squash meat with remaining...

salad dressing



sugaroilvinegarketchup

Add crushed garlic to taste and a few drops fresh lemon juice. Combine all in jar and shake well. Will keep in refrigerator for a few weeks....

 

sherbet punch



raspberry sherbetlime sherbetchilled ginger aleeach cans frozen orange juice, diluted with water according to directions on can

Scoop sherbet into chilled liquids in punch bowl at serving time. Makes 30 punch cup servings....

salad dressing



saltvegetable oilcider vinegarclove garlic, halved

Combine all ingredients in blender until smooth. Shake before serving. Makes 1 pint....

 

salad dressing



can tomato soupsugaroilvinegar

Mix ingredients together. Put into jar and shake for a minute. Store in refrigerator. Shake before using....

sherbet punch



lime sherbet, softenedliter diet ginger aleliter diet lime soda

Place softened sherbet in punch bowl. Add ginger ale and lime soda. Stir to mix. Makes 16 cups. Each cup is 60 optional calories....

 

golden pound cake



sugareggsmilkbaking powder

Cream the margarine and shortening. Gradually add sugar, beating...

party cheese ball



chopped pecanspkgdash of saltlemon juice

Combine cream cheese and shredded cheese, mixing at medium speed on electric mixer until well blended. Add all remaining ingredients except pecans; mix well. Chill several hours. Shape into ball;...

 

flank steak



oilvinegargingerhoney

Stick steaks with a fork before marinating. Marinate 24 hours. Cook 8 minutes on each side on hot grill. Slice thin strips and serve....

flank steak



vinegargingerhoneysalad oil

Place steak flat in a shallow dish. Mix all ingredients and pour over steak. Let stand all day, turning occasionally or refrigerate overnight. Barbecue 5 minutes on each side or...

 

party cheese ball



chopped pecanspkgcan crushed pineapple, drainedparsley

Blend all ingredients except parsley. Chill. Mold into desired shape. Garnish with lots of parsley. Serve with Ritz crackers. Makes 2 cups....

low-fat french toast



vanilla extractskim milkegg substitutecinnamon optional

Combine milk with egg substitute, lite salt and vanilla. Add sweetener and cinnamon for alternate flavor, if desired. Spray skillet with nonstick spray. Heat. Dip diet bread in egg mixture,...

 

applesauce nut bread



sugarcinnamoneggsvanilla

Beat by hand. Grease 2 loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 50 to 60 minutes. (Optional: add raisins, nuts, dates or applesauce.)...

goop



cornstarchwaterfood coloringtrays, bowls, spoons

Mix cornstarch, water and coloring. Pour into trays or into a tub. Observe and explore. No finished product, just exploration. Keep reusing mixture (can be stored in a tight container)....

 

sparkling fruit punch



sugarwaterlemon juicecan frozen orange juice

Mix together all but lemon-lime soda. Sugar to taste. Water as needed to dilute. Chill at least 1 hour. Add soda when ready to serve. Can freeze some of mixture...

salad dressing



saltplus 1 TbspMiracle Whip salad dressingcan evaporated milk

Mix all ingredients together. Store in refrigerator. Can be used on potato salad, cabbage salad and lettuce salad....

 

salad dressing



saltplus 1 TbspMiracle Whip salad dressingcan evaporated milk

Mix all ingredients together. Store in refrigerator. Can be used on potato salad, cabbage salad and lettuce salad....