Portobello Mushrooms Sesame   4 large portobello mushrooms 2 tablespoons sweet rice wine 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil   1. Remove and discard stems from mushrooms, set caps aside. Combine remaining ingredients in small bowl. 2. Brush both sides of mushrooms with soy sauce mixture. Grill mushrooms top side up on cove...

Are you having some people over and you need some great ideas for those pre-dinner finger foods? Even with a hectic schedule, there are some quick and easy recipes to make any dinner party a success. Some cheesy bites are a sure hit. Just grate up some of your favorite cheese or buy the pre-packaged cheeses. Add half cup butter, a cup of flour and a teaspoon of paprika or even cayenne for a...

Spiced Sesame Wonton Crisps20 (3-inch-square) wonton wrappers, cut in half1 tablespoon water2 teaspoons olive oil½ teaspoon paprika½ teaspoon ground cumin or chili powder¼ teaspoon dry mustard1 tablespoon sesame seeds1. Preheat oven to 375ºF. Coat 2 large nonstick baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray.2. Cut each halved wonton wrapper into 2 strips; place in single layer on prepared baking she...

Pinwheel Appetizers3 cups cooked wild rice1 package (8 ounces) nonfat cream cheese 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard2 to 3 drops hot pepper sauce (optional)3 (12-inch) soft flour tortillas2-1/2 ounces thinly sliced corned beef9 fresh spinach leavesCombine wild rice, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic ...

Herbed-Stuffed Tomatoes15 cherry tomatoes1/2 cup 1% low-fat cottage cheese1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion1 teaspoon chopped fresh chervil or 1/4 teaspoon dried chervil leaves1/2 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/8 teaspoon dried dill weed1/8 teaspoon lemon pepper1. Cut thin slice off bottom of each tomato. Scoop out pulp with small spoon; discard pulp. Invert tomatoes onto paper towels to dr...

Spicy Shrimp Cocktail2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil¼ cup finely chopped onion1 tablespoon chopped green bell pepper1 clove garlic, minced1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon chopped pitted green olives, drained¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes1 pound cooked shrimp, chilled1. Heat oil in small skillet. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic, sauté until vegetables are tender. Stir in tomato sauce,...

Savory Zucchini Stix  Nonstick olive oil cooking spray3 tablespoons seasoned dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 egg white1 teaspoon reduced-fat (2%) milk2 small zucchini (4 ounces each), cut lengthwise into quarters1/3 cup spaghetti sauce, warmed1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray, set aside.2. Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in sh...

Nonstick cooking spray4 (8 inch) flour tortillas3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained2 green onions with tops, sliced1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup salsa2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons fat-free sour cream1. Preheat oven to 450ºF. Spray large nonstick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spra...

Grilled Turkey Ham Quesadillas¼ cup salsa4 (7-inch) flour tortillas½ cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-sodium reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese¼ cup finely chopped turkey ham1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies, drainedAdditional salsa (optional)Fat-free sour cream (optional)1. To prevent sticking, spray grid with nonstick cooking spray. Prepare coals for grilling.2. Spread 1 tablespoon salsa onto ea...

Ingredients:4 green leaf lettuce leaves1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream4 turkey bacon slices, crisp-cooked and crumbled1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled feta or blue cheese8 ounces thinly sliced deli turkey breast4 whole green onions1/2 medium red or green bell pepper, thinly sliced1 cup broccoli sproutsDirections:1. Rinse lettuce leaves and pat dry.2. Combine sour cream and bacon in small bowl. Spread 1/...

NOTE: The following recipes are a couple of excellent late-night nibbles or delicious items for a buffet table or appetizers for a party.Taco Popcorn Ole9 cups air-popped popcorn  Butter-flavored cooking spray1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 15x10-inch jelly-roll pan with foil.2. Pla...

Ingredients:2 pounds broccoli spears1/3 cup fat-free sour cream1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tablespoons thawed frozen orange juice concentrate1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon dried basil leaves1 pound smoked turkey, very thinly slicedDirections:1. Arrange broccoli spears in single layer in large, shallow microwavable dish. Add 1 tablespoon water. Cover dish tightly with plastic wrap; vent. ...

Chicken Nachos22 (about 1 ounce) GUILTLESS GOURMET Baked Tortilla Chips      (yellow, red or blue corn)1/2 cup (4 ounces) cooked and shredded boneless chicken breast1/4 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded Cheddar cheeseSliced green and red chilies (optional)Microwave Directions: Spread tortilla chips on flat microwave-safe plate. Sprinkle chicken, onions and chee...

NOTE: A platter of these Mushrooms Rockefeller would be a tasty item on a buffet or as a side dish for a healthy meal.Ingredients:18 large fresh button mushrooms (about 1 pound)2 slices bacon1/4 cup chopped onion1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon peel1/2 jar (2 ounces) chopped pimiento, drainedLemon slices and lemon ...

1 can (6 ounces) no-salt-added tomato paste1/2 cup dry red wine1/2 cup water1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves1/4 teaspoon salt12 ounces lean ground round12 ounces ground turkey breast1 cup fresh whole wheat bread crumbs (2 slices whole wheat bread)1/2 cup shredded zucchini1/4 cup cholesterol-free egg substitute or 2 egg whitesPreheat oven to 3...

Herbed Potato ChipsNonstick olive oil cooking spray2 medium red potatoes (about 1/2 pound), unpeeled1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons minced fresh dill, thyme or rosemary OR     2 teaspoons dried dill weed, thyme or rosemary1/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/8 teaspoon black pepper1-1/4 cups fat-free sour creamPreheat oven to 450 degrees. Spray large baking sheets with cooking spray, set a...