Cheese! – Page 16 – Kristen's Recipes

Grilled Asparagus, Zucchini and Halloumi Salad

November 17, 2004 Kristen

1 C. cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)

1 tsp. olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 handful asparagus (trimmed)

1 zucchini (sliced thinly)

1 tsp. olive oil

1/2 pound halloumi (sliced 1/4 inch thick)

1/2 lemon (juice)

2 T. basil pesto

1 T. olive oil

1/2 lemon (juice)

2 handfuls spinach

Toss the tomatoes in the olive oil, salt and pepper and place skin side down on a baking sheet. Roast the tomatoes in a preheated 400F oven for 10-15 minutes. Blanch the asparagus in boiling water and then rinse in cold water to stop the cooking process. Toss the zucchini and asparagus in the olive oil, salt and pepper to coat. Grill the zucchini and asparagus until they have nice grill marked, about 1-3 minutes. Brush the olive oil onto the gill and grill the halloumi cheese. Pour the lemon juice onto the halloumi. Mix the pesto, olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl. Toss everything together.

Raspberry – Cream Cheese Muffins

October 30, 2004 Kristen

2/3 C. (5 oz.) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened
1/3 C. butter, softened
1 1/2 C. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 large egg whites
1 large egg
2 C. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 C. low-fat buttermilk
2 C. fresh or frozen raspberries
1/4 C. finely chopped walnuts

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine cream cheese and butter in a large bowl. Beat with a mixer at high speed until well blended. Add sugar; beat until fluffy. Add vanilla, egg whites, and egg; beat well. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring C.; level with a knife. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. With mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture and buttermilk to cream cheese mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Gently fold in raspberries and walnuts. Place 24 foil C. liners in muffin C.. Spoon batter evenly into liners. Bake at 350 degrees 25 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pans; cool on a wire rack. Special Note: Our Test Kitchens staff found that foil liners worked better than paper. They released more easily from the muffin without tearing it.

Yield: 2 dozen
Serving size: 1 muffin

Calories: 142
Fat: 4.7g
Fiber: 1.1g

Grilled Chicken and Roasted Red Pepper Sandwiches with Fontina Cheese

October 24, 2004 Kristen

1 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 T. fresh lemon juice
1 T. Dijon mustard
2 tsp. extravirgin olive oil
1/4 tsp. dried marjoram
1/4 tsp. dried thyme
5 garlic cloves, minced and divided
Cooking spray
1 C. vertically sliced onion
1 tsp. sugar
3/4 tsp. fennel seeds, crushed
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
1/4 tsp. salt
1 (7-oz.) bottle roasted red bell peppers, drained and sliced
1 T. red wine vinegar
1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 (12-oz.) loaf rosemary focaccia, cut in half horizontally
4 tsp. low-fat mayonnaise
3 oz. fontina cheese, thinly sliced

Place chicken between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and lb. to 3/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Combine juice, mustard, oil, marjoram, thyme, 1 garlic clove, and chicken in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 2 hours, turning occasionally. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add remaining 4 garlic cloves, onion, sugar, fennel, crushed red pepper, and salt, and sauté 1 minute. Add roasted bell peppers; cook 5 minutes or until onions are tender, stirring frequently. Stir in vinegar and black pepper. Prepare grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Place chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 5 minutes on each side or until done. Cool slightly; cut chicken into slices. Spread cut sides of bread evenly with mayonnaise. Arrange cheese on bottom half of bread. Arrange chicken and pepper mixture over cheese. Top with top half of bread; press lightly. Place stuffed loaf on grill rack; grill 3 minutes on each side or until cheese melts. Cut into quarters.

Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 sandwich quarter

Calories: 462
Fat: 12.2g
Fiber: 5.6g

Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Pasta

October 10, 2004 Kristen

1 envelope Italian Salad Dressing Mix

2 T. oil

2 T. balsamic vinegar

2 lb. ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped

1 lb. pasta, cooked, drained

1 pkg. (9 oz.) Fresh Mozzarella Cheese (27 balls), drained

1/4 C. chopped fresh basil

1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Mix salad dressing mix, oil and vinegar in large bowl until well blended. Add remaining ingredients; toss lightly.

Yield: 8 servings

Calories: 350

Fat: 11g

Fiber: 3g

Polenta Gratin with Mushrooms and Fontina

September 27, 2004 Kristen

1 (16-oz.) tube of polenta, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Cooking spray
1 (8-oz.) package presliced mushrooms
1 tsp. bottled minced garlic
1/4 tsp. salt
1/3 C. sun-dried tomato Alfredo sauce (such as Classico)
1/4 C. chopped fresh basil
1/4 C. (1 oz.) shredded fontina cheese

Preheat oven to 500°. Arrange polenta slices in an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray, allowing slices to overlap. Heat a medium nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in garlic and salt. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 2 minutes. Stir in Alfredo sauce and basil. Spoon mushroom mixture evenly over polenta. Top with cheese. Bake at 500° for 7 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Yield: 3 servings
Calories: 221
Fat: 7.4g
Fiber: 4.1g

Cheesy Cracker Melts

September 25, 2004 Kristen

2 Triscuit Crackers
2 Kraft Cracker Cuts Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 tsp. Pecan Pieces

Top crackers with cheese and pecans.
Place on microwavable plate. Microwave on high 10 sec.

Calories: 130
Fat: 10g
Fiber: 1g

Easy Parmesan Chicken Fingers

September 22, 2004 Kristen

2 lb. chicken tenders or boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1/3 C. Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 pkt. Shake ‘N Bake Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
1 C. Barbecue Sauce

Preheat oven to 400°F. Moisten chicken with water. Shake off excess water. Add Parmesan cheese to coating mix in shaker bag. Add 2 or 3 chicken tenders to shaker bag and shake until evenly coated. Repeat with remaining chicken tenders. Place on nonstick baking sheet or baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Discard any remaining coating mixture in shaker bag. Bake 12 to 14 min. or until chicken is cooked through. Serve with barbecue sauce for dipping.

Yield: 8 servings
Calories: 230
Fat: 5g
Fiber: 1g

Golden Parmesan Potatoes

September 21, 2004 Kristen

6 C. Yukon gold potato slices (about 6 medium potatoes), about 1/8 inch thick
3 T. butter, melted, divided
1/2 C. Kraft 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
Chopped fresh chives (optional)

Preheat oven to 425°F. Rinse potatoes; pat dry on paper towels, then pat dry. Brush 1 tablespoon of the butter onto bottom and side of 9-inch pie plate. Toss potatoes with remaining 2 T. butter and 1/4 C. of the cheese; arrange potato slices, in several layers, on bottom and up side of pie plate. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 C. cheese. Bake 1 hour or until potatoes are tender. Loosen potatoes from side and bottom of pie plate. Invert immediately onto serving plate; sprinkle with chives, if desired. Cut into 8 wedges to serve.

Yield: 8 servings
Calories: 130
Fat: 7g
Fiber: 1g

Kidney Bean with Cheddar Cheese Soup

September 14, 2004 Kristen

1 C. dried kidney beans, sorted and rinsed
4 C. water
1/2 C. butter or margarine
4 celery stalks, chopped
4 medium onions, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
1 C. green pepper, chopped
1/2 C. flour
4 C. chicken broth
4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. chili pepper
11/2 C. apple juice
3 C. (3/4 lb.) cheddar cheese, shredded

Place beans in large pan, cover with water and either soak overnight or use the Quick-Soak Method. Drain beans, keeping soaking liquid, adding extra water to soaking liquid to equal 3 C.. Place beans in pan with the 3 C. of liquid. Heat to boiling, cover and simmer until beans are tender (11/2 to 2 hours). Melt butter in pan; add celery, onions, carrots and green pepper and sauté for 5 minutes over low heat. Gradually add flour and cook 1 minute. Gradually add chicken broth, Worcestershire Sauce, chili pepper, and 2 C. of beans. Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 30 minutes. Stir in the rest of the beans and apple juice. Cook 15 minutes. Add cheese and stir until it melts.

Roasted Chicken and Fennel with Lime and Parmesan

September 1, 2004 Kristen

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 skinned, boneless chicken breast
2 large fennel bulbs, trimmed, and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices
Coarse grain salt
Cracked black pepper
2 limes, juiced
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Preheat the broiler. Pour only enough olive oil (about 1 1/2 tablespoons) on a cookie sheet to prevent the chicken and the fennel from sticking. Place the chicken breast in a single layer on the sheet pan. Place in the broiler for 7 minutes. Remove and add the fennel in a single layer and brush both sides with the olive oil. Season fennel slices with salt and pepper on both sides. Squeeze juice of 1 lime over the fennel slices and place under the broiler. Broil for 5 minutes. Some of the edges may blacken slightly. Remove the fennel from the oven and using tongs or a spatula, and turn over each slice of fennel. Top with the Parmesan. Place back under the broiler for 1 1/2 to 3 minutes, or until cheese starts to brown. Allow fennel to remain in the pan until ready to serve. Do not refrigerate. This is wonderful served at room temperature. Just before serving, squeeze remaining lime juice over fennel slices.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 243
Fat: 14.7g
Fiber: 3.7

Beer Cheese Spread

August 26, 2004 Kristen

8 oz. Cheddar cheese, shredded
4 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 tsp. Chili Powder
1/2 tsp. Ground Mustard
1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp. Ground Red Pepper
1 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
1/3 C. beer
1 tsp. Parsley Flakes

Combine all ingredients, except parsley, in food processor. Blend until smooth. Add parsley and mix just to blend. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. A mixer may be used in place of the food processor. Follow above directions except blend for about 10 minutes, or until smooth, and then add parsley.

Yield: 14 servings
Calories: 46
Fat: 8g
Fiber: 0g

Baby Cheesecakes

July 25, 2004 Kristen

Crust:
2-1/4 ounces chocolate wafers (one-fourth of a 9-ounce package)
1 T. sugar
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1 T. extra-light olive oil

Filling:
12 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel)
1/3 C. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 whole egg
1 egg white
1-1/2 C. reduced-fat sour cream
1 T. bourbon or dark rum
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Make crust: In a food processor, combine chocolate wafers (broken into largish pieces), sugar, cinnamon, salt, and olive oil. Process until fine crumbs form. Divide mixture evenly among six 6-ounce custard C. and press mixture onto the bottom and up sides of C.. Preheat oven to 350°F. Make filling: In same food processor bowl (no need to clean it), combine cream cheese, sugar, salt, whole egg, egg white, sour cream, bourbon, and vanilla. Process until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pans. Place pans on a baking sheet and bake 25 minutes. Turn off oven, prop door open, and leave cheesecakes in oven for 30 minutes. Refrigerate cheesecakes, covered, for at least four hours to firm up.

Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 367
Fat: 23g
Fiber: 0g

Cheese and Chile Rolls

July 23, 2004 Kristen

1 large plum tomato, blanched, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 1/2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 medium pickled jalapeno pepper, drained, seeded and minced
4 flour tortillas (6″ diameter)

Preheat oven to 350o F. Line a baking sheet with foil. In small bowl, combine tomato, cheese and jalapeno pepper. Divide cheese mixture evenly among tortillas. Roll tortillas to enclose filling; secure with toothpicks. Place on prepared baking sheet; bake 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and rolls are piping hot.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 111
Fat: 5g
Fiber: 1g

Cube Steaks with Bleu Cheese

July 17, 2004 Kristen

4 cube steaks
4 T. crumbled bleu cheese
1/8 C. red onion, finely chopped
salt and pepper to taste

Peheat broiler. Meanwhile, in a skillet, brown cube steaks to your liking. Add salt and pepper to taste. Blot grease off meat and place in a broiler pan. Top each steak with bleu cheese and red onion. Stick under the broiler to melt. Then serve.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 238
Fat: 16g
Fiber: 0g

Chicken with Spinach & Cheese

July 8, 2004 Kristen

4 thin chicken breast cutlets (3/4 pound total)
1 T. flour
1 T. plus 1 tsp. olive oil
1/2 C. chopped scallions
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 C. chicken broth, canned or homemade
1 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 C. chopped mushrooms
1 pound spinach, stemmed
3 ounces part-skim mozzarella, shredded

Lightly dredge chicken in flour; reserve excess. Preheat broiler. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown on both sides, about six minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely. Add scallions, garlic, and 2 T. of broth to skillet, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about one minute. Sprinkle on reserved flour and cook, stirring, until flour is no longer visible, about 30 seconds. Add remaining broth, oregano, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Add mushrooms and spinach, then cover and cook for 30 seconds. Uncover and stir until spinach is just wilted, about one minute. Pour in any juices that have collected under chicken on plate. Place chicken on broiler pan. Dividing evenly, spread spinach-mushroom mixture on top. Sprinkle cheese on top and broil 4 inches from heat for three minutes, or until cheese is bubbly.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 233
Fat: 9.7g
Fiber: 3.6g

Pasta & Cheese-Stuffed Peppers

July 3, 2004 Kristen

4 ounces very small pasta shells
4 large red bell peppers
1 T. olive oil
3/4 C. thinly sliced scallions
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
3/4 C. evaporated skimmed milk
1/3 C. grated Parmesan cheese
2 T. grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese
2 T. dry sherry
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

In a large pot of boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions. Scoop pasta out with slotted spoon and drain in a colander; keep water at a boil. Trim tops from bell peppers and reserve. Discard seeds and ribs. Shave a thin slice off bottom of each pepper so it will stand upright. Add peppers and reserved tops to boiling water and parboil until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 C. liquid. Rinse under cold water, then invert peppers onto paper towels to drain completely. Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet, warm 1 tsp. of oil over medium-high heat. Add scallions and cook until slightly softened, about 1 minute. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add remaining 2 tsp. oil and zucchini, and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 4 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F. Stir evaporated milk into skillet and bring mixture to a boil. Add Parmesan, Gruyere, sherry, salt and black pepper, and stir to melt cheese; remove from heat. Add drained pasta and toss to coat. Divide pasta mixture evenly among bell peppers and place upright in 8-inch square baking dish. Place tops on peppers and pour reserved pasta cooking liquid into dish. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 minutes, or until bubbly.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 260
Fat: 7.5g
Fiber: 2.9g

Herbed Corn & Cheese Pancakes

July 1, 2004 Kristen

1 C. plain fat-free yogurt
1/4 C. chopped cilantro
2 T. chopped mint
1 Granny Smith apple, finely diced
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 C. low-fat (1%) cottage cheese
1 large egg white
6 T. flour
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 C. frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 T. olive oil

In small bowl, combine 3/4 C. of yogurt, cilantro, mint, and apple; set aside. In large bowl, combine cottage cheese, remaining 1/4 C. yogurt, egg white, flour, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Fold in corn kernels. In large nonstick skillet, heat 1-1/2 tsp. of oil over medium-low heat. Using half the batter, drop by generous 1/3-C. measures into pan to make 4 pancakes. Cook pancakes until lightly golden and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter and 1-1/2 tsp. oil for a total of 8 pancakes. Serve panckes with sauce spooned alongside.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 220
Fat: 4.9g
Fiber: 2g

Goat Cheese & Herb Stuffed Mushrooms

June 29, 2004 Kristen

30 Button Mushrooms (2” Diameter)
2 T. Dry White Wine
1 T. Lemon juice
1/2 t salt
White Pepper (or cayenne – optional, for a kick!)
1/2 C Shallots, minced fine
1/4 C Garlic, minced fine
1/4 C Italian Bread Crumbs
3 tsp. Chopped Parsley
3 tsp Chopped Cilantro
1 Goat Cheese, 2 oz log

Preheat oven to 400. Wash mushrooms in bowl of R/T water. Allow mushrooms to soak in water for 15-30 seconds, then remove and let drain in colander. Remove stems and set aside for later use.In a large non-reactive bowl, combine lemon juice, white wine, 1/4 t salt, pinch of pepper (to taste). Place parchment paper on a jellyroll sheet or spray sheet with non-stick spray (Pam). Toss mushroom caps in lemon/wine mixture until well coated and place on jellyroll pan (stem side up). Bake for 17 – 22 minutes until mushroom caps are full of liquid (mushroom liqueur). Transfer caps to a colander (over a bowl) and drain mushroom liqueur) – reserve liquid for later use.Chop mushroom stems in 1/2 to 1/3rd. Spray a large non-stick pan with Pam. Add chopped Mushroom Stems, Garlic and Shallots and sauté over medium heat for 5 – 7 minutes. Add Mushroom liqueur, remaining 1/4 t of salt, and pinch of pepper – cook until nearly dry (6 – 8 minutes). Remove, transfer to a covered bowl and allow to cool to room temperature.Once cooled, transfer mixture to a food processor and pulse 3 – 5 times until mixtures in coarsely ground. Add 1/2 of the bread crumbs, 2 t of each of your fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley) and the goat cheese. Pulse until the mixture is well blended and the mushroom stems are finely chopped.(For topping) Combine remaining bread crumbs, 1 t of each of your herbs (parsley, cilantro).Stuff each mushroom with 1/2 T. of the goat cheese mixture and arrange on a baking sheet (Pam or parchment paper). Dust tops of Mushrooms with topping mixture and bake 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

Yield: 6 servings
Serving Size: 5 Mushrooms

Calories: 107
Fat: 4 g
Fiber: 2 g

Cheese-Stuffed Baked Sole

June 23, 2004 Kristen

3/4 pound all-purpose potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, peeled
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 C. shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese (2 ounces)
1/2 C. chopped fresh basil
4 skinless sole fillets (5 ounces each)
3 T. plain dried breadcrumbs
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
3 T. no-salt-added tomato paste
2 tsp. olive oil
2 T. grated Parmesan cheese

In a medium pot of boiling water, cook the potatoes and garlic until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain, reserving 2 T. of the cooking liquid. Transfer the potatoes, garlic, and reserved cooking liquid to a bowl and mash with 1/4 tsp. of the salt until almost smooth. Stir in the Cheddar and 1/4 C. of the basil. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lay the sole on a work surface, skinned-side down, and sprinkle with 2 T. of the breadcrumbs. Spoon the potato mixture onto the fillets and roll up from one short end. Place the fish rolls on a plate. In a 9-inch square glass baking dish, combine the tomatoes, tomato paste, oil, the remaining 1/4 C. basil, and 1/2 tsp. salt. Place the fish rolls, seam-side down, on top of the tomato mixture. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with the Parmesan and the remaining 1 T. breadcrumbs, and bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes, or until the fish is just opaque and piping hot.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 304
Fat: 7.5g
Fiber: 3g

The Best Pineapple Cheesecake

June 17, 2004 Kristen

Graham Cracker Crust:
butter-flavored cooking spray
14 double graham cracker cookies, finely crushed (1 C.)
2 T. butter, melted
Pineapple Cheesecake:
1/2 C. non-fat buttermilk
1 slice white bread
1/3 C. part-skim ricotta cheese
1 large egg
2 T. natural vanilla
6 packets DiabetiSweet
1/4 C. water
1 12-ounce can crushed pineapple, packed in natural juice, well drained

To prepare crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9″ pie pan with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes, until lightly browned. (Since ovens vary in temperature, check after 12 minutes. Do not allow it to over-brown.) Cool before filling. To prepare filling: In a food processor or blender, combine everything except the pineapple. Process until smooth. Fold in crushed pineapple. Bake for 45 minutes, until set. Cool in refrigerator. Note: The filling can be baked without the crust.

Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 190
Fat: 8g
Fiber: 1g

Blueberry-Lemon Banana Bread with Cream-Cheese Glaze

June 13, 2004 Kristen

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 bananas)
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
Cooking spray

Glaze:
1/4 cup (2 ounces) block-style 1/3-less-fat cream cheese
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons water

Preheat oven to 350°. To prepare the banana bread, lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife. Combine flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring with a whisk to combine. Place granulated sugar and butter in a large bowl, and beat with a mixer at medium speed until mixture is well blended (about 1 minute). Add mashed banana, egg substitute, sour cream, and vanilla; beat until blended. Add flour mixture; beat at low speed just until moist. Gently fold in blueberries and lemon rind. Spoon batter into an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool the bread 10 minutes in pan on a wire rack; remove the bread from pan. Cool completely on wire rack. To prepare glaze, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and water, stirring with a whisk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over cooled bread.

Yield: 1 loaf, 16 servings
Calories: 176
Fat: 4.6g
Fiber: 1.1g

Artichoke-Blue Cheese Bisque

June 6, 2004 Kristen

1 T. butter
1 onion, chopped
1/3 C. vermouth
2 packages frozen artichoke hearts (8 oz.)
3 C. low-salt chicken broth
1/4 tsp. dried thyme
1/4 C. light whipping cream
1/4 C. crumbled blue cheese (2 oz.)
Salt to taste
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
Chopped fresh chives for garnish

Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add vermouth and simmer until all liquid evaporates, about 4 minutes. Add artichokes, broth, and thyme. Simmer until artichoke hearts begin to fall apart, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Cool slightly. Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Pour soup into saucepan. Stir in cream and blue cheese. Simmer over medium heat until cheese melts and soup is smooth, whisking constantly, about 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with chives and serve.

Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 114
Fat: 5.8
Fiber: 1g

Peach, Tomato, Basil and Halloumi Salad with bagel seasoning dressing

May 31, 2004 Kristen

Peach, Tomato, Basil and Halloumi Salad with bagel seasoning dressing

500g (1lb 2oz) mixed medley cherry tomatoes, halved

4 peaches, stoned and sliced

generous handful of basil leaves

1 tablespoon olive oil

180g (6½ oz) block halloumi, sliced lengthways

For the bagel seasoning dressing:

5 tablespoons olive oil

2–3 tablespoons bagel seasoning

Make the bagel seasoning dressing by placing the ingredients in a bowl. Stir to combine, then set aside until ready to serve. Add the tomatoes, peach slices and basil to a serving bowl. Toss very gently to combine – trying to avoid bruising the peach slices. Add the olive oil to a frying pan over medium–low heat. Add the halloumi and cook for 1–2 minutes or until golden on one side and beginning to soften. Gently flip the slices and cook the other side until golden. Top the tomato and peach salad with the halloumi and spoon the dressing over the top. Serve immediately.

New Philly Cheese Steak

May 24, 2004 Kristen

2 T. balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
One 8-ounce boneless lean beef loin or round steak (3/4″ thick)
2 tsp. olive oil
1 1/2 medium onions, sliced
1 1/2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
One 8-ounce loaf French bread
3 ounces provolone or part-skim mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
1/4 C. minced fresh basil

To prepare marinade, in quart-size sealable plastic bag, combine vinegar and garlic; add steak. Seal bag, squeezing out air; turn to coat steak. Refrigerate 20 minutes, turning bag occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray; heat. Add steak; cook over medium heat, turning as needed, 15-18 minutes, until browned on all sides and just cooked through. Transfer steak to cutting board; cover to keep warm. In same skillet, heat oil; add onions. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, 8-10 minutes, until onions are golden brown. Add tomatoes; cook, stirring frequently, 2-3 minutes, until warm. Sprinkle vegetable mixture with salt and pepper; stir to combine. Remove from heat; set aside. Preheat broiler. Split bread lengthwise almost all the way through; spread open. Slice steak very thinly; place steak slices evenly along bottom half of bread; top evenly with cheese. Place bread, filled-side up, onto broiler pan; broil 4″ from heat, 3-4
minutes, until cheese is melted. Spoon vegetable mixture evenly over cheese; sprinkle evenly with basil. Gently close bread; cut crosswise into 4 equal portions and serve.

Yield: 4 servings

With Provolone Cheese
Calories: 361
Fat: 13g
Fiber: 3g

With Mozzarella Cheese
Calories: 340
Fat: 11g
Fiber: 3g

Tomato-Garlic Soup with Pasta Shells & Fresh Mozzarella

May 10, 2004 Kristen

1 T. plus 1 tsp. olive oil
1 C. finely chopped carrot
1/2 C. diced celery
1/4 C. chopped shallots or onion
6 garlic cloves–2 minced and 4 thinly sliced
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. sugar
1 can (28 ounces) tomatoes in puree
3/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
4 ounces small rice pasta shells
3 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes

In large nonstick saucepan, warm 1 T. of oil over medium heat. Add carrot, celery, shallots and minced garlic, and sauté until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in basil and sugar. Add tomatoes, water, pepper, and salt, and break up tomatoes with a spoon. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 30 minutes to blend flavors. Return soup to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in pasta shells, pepper and salt. Reduce heat to medium and cook until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small nonstick skillet, warm remaining 1 tsp. oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté just until garlic begins to turn brown, about 1 minute. Immediately scrape garlic and oil into a small heatproof bowl to stop cooking. To serve, divide mozzarella cubes among 4 soup bowls. Ladle hot soup over cheese, sprinkle each soup with some of browned garlic and serve.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 268
Fat: 8.5g
Fiber: 3.9g

Pears with Orange Ricotta

May 3, 2004 Kristen

1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 teaspoon spoonable sugar substitute
1 tablespoon fat-free sour cream
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 firm ripe pears, 1 pound total
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice

In a small bowl, combine the cheese, sugar substitute, sour cream, and orange zest. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Just before serving, halve the pears lengthwise and core them using a grapefruit spoon or melon baller. Sprinkle the pear halves with orange juice and place each half on a dessert plate. Fill the pear halves with the ricotta mixture. Serve at once.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 110
Fat: 3g
Fiber: 3g

Prosciutto-Cheese Omelet

April 6, 2004 Kristen

1/2 oz. Prosciutto, chopped
2 T. chopped Fresh Basil
2 T. part skim Ricotta Cheese
3 Eggs
1 T. Water
Salt & Pepper
1 T. whipped Butter
1 T. Parmesan Cheese

Combine ham, basil, and ricotta cheese; stir to combine. Using a fork, in a separate small mixing bowl combine eggs, water, salt and pepper and beat until combined. In 9″ skillet, melt 2 tsp. butter; add egg mixture and cook over medium-high heat until bottom of omelet is set and lightly browned, 1 – 2 minutes. Spoon prosciutto mixture over half the omelet. Using a spatula, loosen omelet around edges, then fold omelet in half and slide onto flame proof plate. Brush with butter, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and broil until cheese is melted, 30 seconds.

Yield: 2 servings
Calories: 195
Fat: 14g
Fiber: 0g

Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

March 19, 2004 Kristen

1 C. boiling water
1/3 C. sun-dried tomatoes, packed without oil
2 tsp. olive oil, divided
1/2 C. chopped shallots, divided
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 T. balsamic vinegar, divided
1/2 C. (2 oz.) crumbled goat cheese
2 T. chopped fresh basil
3/4 tsp. salt, divided
4 (6-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
3/4 C. fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/4 tsp. dried thyme
2 tsp. cornstarch
2 tsp. water

Combine boiling water and tomatoes in a bowl; cover and let stand 30 minutes or until soft. Drain and finely chop. Heat 1 tsp. oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1/3 C. shallots, sugar, and garlic; cook 4 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring frequently. Spoon into a bowl; stir in 1 1/2 tsp. vinegar. Combine chopped tomatoes, shallot mixture, cheese, basil, and 1/4 tsp. salt, stirring well. Cut a horizontal slit through thickest portion of each chicken breast half to form a pocket. Stuff about 2 T. cheese mixture into each pocket. Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1/2 tsp. salt and black pepper. Heat 1 tsp. oil in pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 6 minutes on each side or until done. Remove chicken from pan; cover and keep warm. Add broth, remaining shallots, 2 T. vinegar, and thyme; bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water, stirring with a whisk. Add cornstarch mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute or until sauce is slightly thick, stirring constantly. Serve sauce over chicken.

Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 chicken breast half and 2 T. sauce

Calories: 296
Fat: 7.6g
Fiber: 0.9g

Potato Cheese Casserole

March 15, 2004 Kristen

3 cups cooked, mashed potato
1 egg separated
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded low-fat processed American cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 small green pepper, finely chopped
1 egg white
vegetable spray

Combine mashed potato and egg yolk, stirring until well blended. Stir in cheese, green onions, celery salt, and green pepper. Beat 2 egg whites (at room temperature) at high speed of electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into potato mixture. Spoon mixture into a 1 1/2 quart casserole coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle paprika evenly over top of casserole. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Yield: 8 servings
Serving Size: 1/2 cup

Calories: 103
Fat: 2g
Fiber: 1g

Creamy Gruyère and Shrimp Pasta

March 14, 2004 Kristen

8 oz. uncooked cavatelli or orecchiette pasta (“little ears” pasta)
1/4 C. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 C. 2% reduced-fat milk
1 1/4 C. (5 oz.) shredded Gruyère cheese, divided (or Swiss)
1 T. butter
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 T. dry white wine
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
2 C. frozen green peas, thawed
Cooking spray
Parsley sprigs (optional)

Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain well. Combine the flour and salt in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly with a whisk; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute or until slightly thick, stirring constantly with a whisk. Remove from heat. Stir in 3/4 C. cheese, stirring until melted. Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and garlic; sauté 3 minutes. Stir in wine and pepper, and cook 1 minute or until shrimp is done. Add pasta, shrimp mixture, and peas to cheese mixture, tossing well to combine. Spoon the pasta mixture into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish lightly coated with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/2 C. cheese. Bake at 375° for 20 minutes or until cheese melts and begins to brown. Garnish with the parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 459
Fat: 13.8g
Fiber: 2.5g

Cheesy Green Onion Corn Sauté

March 9, 2004 Kristen

1T. oil
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen whole kernel corn, thawed, drained
1/4 C. chopped green onions
1/2 C. 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese

Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add corn and green onions; cook and stir 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with cheese; cover. Cook 20 seconds or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Yield: 5 servings
Calories: 140
Fat: 6g
Fiber: 2g

Cauliflower in Parmesan-Wine Sauce

March 7, 2004 Kristen

1 tsp. Olive Oil
1/4 C. chopped Red Bell Pepper
1/4 C. chopped Scallion
1/2 tsp. Flour
1/4 C. Chicken Broth
1 tsp. White Wine
2 C. Cauliflower Florets, blanched
1/2 oz. grated Parmesan Cheese
1 slice Bacon, cooked crisp & crumbled
1 tsp. chopped fresh Basil

In 9″ skillet, heat oil; add bell pepper and scallions and cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until bell pepper is tender-crisp, 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir quickly to combine; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add broth and wine and, stirring constantly, bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and stir in remaining ingredients; cook until thoroughly heated, 2 – 3 minutes.

Yield: 2 servings
Calories: 105
Fat: 6g
Fiber: 4g

Two-Cheese Breakfast Casserole

March 5, 2004 Kristen

1 T. Margarine
1 small yellow Onion, chopped
1 small stalk Celery, chopped
1/2 Green Bell Pepper, cleaned and chopped
Nonstick Cooking Spray
8 slices day-old Whole Wheat Bread, sliced diagonally
1/4 C. shredded low-fat Swiss Cheese
1/4 C. grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Egg
2 Egg Whites
1 1/2 C. Skim Milk
3/4 tsp. Mustard
3/4 tsp. Paprika
1/8 tsp. Cayenne Pepper

In heavy 7″ skillet, melt margarine over moderate heat; add the onion, celery and pepper, and cook until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, lightly coat 8×8 baking dish with cooking spray and arrange the bread, overlapping the slices, in the bottom. Spoon vegetable mixture over the eggs. Sprinkle with cheeses. In small bowl whisk egg, whites, milk, mustard, paprika and cayenne pepper. Pour eggs over bread slices. Cover with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Preheat ovento 325 degrees. Remove casserole from fridge, uncover, and allow to rest on counter 15 minutes. Bake for 40 minutes or until lightly browned and set like custard.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 256
Fat: 10g
Fiber: 3g

Risotto with Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, and Basil

February 29, 2004 Kristen

3 T. balsamic vinegar
4 1/2 C. fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
2 T. extravirgin olive oil, divided
2 C. chopped leek
1 1/2 C. Arborio rice or other medium-grain rice
1/3 C. dry white wine
1/4 C. half-and-half
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 C. halved grape tomatoes
1/4 C. chopped fresh basil
5 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, finely diced

Place vinegar in a small, heavy saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook until slightly syrupy and reduced to 1 T. (about 4 minutes). Set aside. Bring the broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan (do not boil). Keep warm. Heat 1 T. oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add leek; sauté 3 minutes or until tender. Add rice; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in wine, and cook 1 minute or until the liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly. Stir in 1 C. broth; cook 5 minutes or until the liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining broth, 1/2 C. at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 25 minutes total). Stir in half-and-half, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in tomatoes, basil, and cheese. Place about 1 C. risotto evenly into 6 shallow serving bowls, and drizzle each with 1/2 tsp. balsamic syrup and 1/2 tsp. olive oil.

Yield: 6 servings
Serving size: about 1 C.

Calories: 378
Fat: 12.1g
Fiber: 1.6g

Marinated Tomato-and-“Smoked” Mozzarella Salad

February 28, 2004 Kristen

2 C. water
1 1/2 tsp. barbecue smoked seasoning (such as Hickory Liquid Smoke)
1 C. (4 oz.) cubed fresh mozzarella cheese
3 T. rice vinegar
1 tsp. vegetable oil
1 T. honey
1/2 tsp. grated peeled fresh ginger
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1/8 tsp. five-spice powder
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 C. coarsely chopped tomato (about 1/2 lb.)
1 1/2 C. coarsely chopped yellow tomato (about 1/2 lb.)
5 C. (1-inch) cubed French bread (about 8 [1-oz.] slices)

Combine water and smoked seasoning in a zip-top bag, and add mozzarella. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 2 hours. Remove the cheese from bag, discarding the marinade. Combine vinegar and next 7 ingredients (vinegar through garlic) in a large zip-top bag, and add tomatoes. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 2 hours. Drain tomato mixture, reserving marinade. Preheat oven to 400°. Place bread cubes in a single layer on a jelly-roll pan. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until toasted. Combine cheese, tomatoes, reserved tomato marinade, and croutons in a large bowl. Serve immediately.

Yield: 7 servings
Serving size: 1 C.

Calories: 167
Fat: 5.4g
Fiber: 1.9g

Cheese & Pepper Omelet

February 24, 2004 Kristen

1 C. each chopped Yellow and Green Pepper
1/2 C. chopped Onion
4 whole Eggs
4 Egg Whites
1/2 C. shredded 2% reduced fat Cheese
1/2 C. Salsa

Spray large non stick skillet with non stick cooking spray. Add peppers and onion; cook and stir over medium high heat 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from skillet and set aside. Whisk together eggs and egg whites with 1/4 C. water. Pour eggs into skillet; cover. Cook 6 minutes. Top with pepper mixture and cheese. Using spatula fold egg mixture over filling and cover. Cook 3 minutes until cheese melts. Serve topped with salsa.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 170
Fat: 8g
Fiber: 2g

Fontina and Red Pepper-Stuffed Garlic Focaccia

February 9, 2004 Kristen

1 package dry yeast (about 2 1/4 tsp.)
1 C. warm water (100� to 110�)
3 1/4 C. bread flour, divided
1 whole garlic head
1 1/2 T. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 1/4 tsp. salt, divided
Cooking spray
1 tsp. cornmeal
1/4 C. chopped fresh basil
3/4 C. chopped bottled roasted red bell peppers
1/2 C. (2 oz.) shredded fontina cheese

Dissolve yeast in water in a large bowl; let stand 5 minutes. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring C.; level with a knife. Add 1 C. flour to yeast mixture, stirring well to combine. Cover and let stand at room temperature 8 hours or overnight to create a sponge (mixture will become very bubbly). Preheat oven to 350�. Remove papery skin from garlic head (do not peel or separate cloves). Wrap in foil. Bake at 350� for 1 hour; cool 10 minutes. Separate cloves; squeeze to extract garlic pulp. Discard skins. Place garlic pulp, 1 T. oil, and 1 tsp. salt in a small bowl, and mash with a fork until smooth. Stir into sponge. Add 2 C. flour to the sponge; stir until a soft dough forms. Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 8 minutes); add enough of remaining flour, 1 T. at a time, to prevent dough from sticking to hands (dough will feel tacky). Place dough in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85�), free from drafts, 45 minutes or until doubled in size. (Gently press 2 fingers into dough. If indentation remains, dough has risen enough.) Punch dough down. Cover and let rest 5 minutes. Divide dough in half; roll each half into a 10-inch round. Place 1 dough round on a baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal. Arrange basil over dough, leaving a 1/4-inch border; top with bell peppers. Sprinkle evenly with cheese. Top with other dough round; pinch edges to seal. Lightly coat with cooking spray. Cover and let rise 45 minutes or until dough is doubled in size. Preheat oven to 400�. Uncover dough. Make indentations in top of dough with a knife. Gently brush dough with 1 1/2 tsp. oil, and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp. salt. Bake at 400� for 30 minutes or until the focaccia is browned on bottom and sounds hollow when tapped. Remove from pan; cool on a wire rack.

Yield: 14 servings
Calories: 150
Fat: 3.3g
Fiber: 1g

Low Fat Lemon Cream Cheese Cake

February 4, 2004 Kristen

20 graham cracker squares
1 T. plus 1/3 C. sugar (divided)
2 tsp. olive oil
2 C. (16 oz. container) 2% fat cottage cheese
8 oz. lite (Neufchatel) cream cheese
1 egg
1 tsp. lemon extract
2 tsp. dried lemon peel
Confectionery sugar- optional

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In processor or blender, place graham crackers. Process to create the crumbs for the crust. You can also place the graham cracker squares in a sealed plastic bag and lb. with a mallet. In a small bowl, stir together crumbs, 1 T. of the sugar and 2 tsp. of olive oil. Press into bottom, and up the sides of a 10 1/2-inch, round (quiche size) pan (a bit larger than your traditional 9-inch pie pan). Place pie pan in center of oven and cook for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool. In a processor or blender, combine cottage cheese, lite cream cheese, egg, 1/3 C. of sugar, extract and lemon peel. Blend well. Fill cooled graham cracker crust with mixture. Bake in oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour. Let cheese cake completely cool. Chill in refrigerator before serving. Sprinkle top with confectionery sugar before serving (optional).

Yield: 12 servings
Calories: 240

Asparagus, Ham, and Fontina Bread Puddings

January 28, 2004 Kristen

1 lb. asparagus
1 tsp. olive oil
1 C. hopped onion
Cooking spray
5 (1.4-oz.) slices firm white sandwich bread (such as Pepperidge Farm Farmhouse), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 C. chopped reduced-fat ham
3/4 C. (3 oz.) shredded fontina cheese
1 2/3 C. fat-free milk
3/4 C. egg substitute
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Preheat oven to 375°. Cut a 3-inch tip from each asparagus spear, reserving the stalks for another use. Cut asparagus tips into 1/2-inch pieces. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; sauté for 5 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Add asparagus; cover and cook 4 minutes, stirring once. Remove from heat, and set aside. Coat 6 (10-oz.) custard C. or ramekins with cooking spray; place in a large baking pan. Place bread cubes evenly into custard C.. Top evenly with asparagus mixture, ham, and cheese. Combine milk and remaining ingredients, stirring with a whisk. Pour evenly into custard C.; let stand 20 minutes. Add hot water to pan to a depth of 1 inch. Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 237
Fat: 7.9g
Fiber: 3.9g

Lemon Cream Cheese Cake

January 23, 2004 Kristen

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In processor or blender, place graham crackers. Process to create the crumbs for the crust. You can also place the graham cracker squares in a sealed plastic bag and lb. with a mallet. In a small bowl, stir together crumbs, 1 T. of the sugar and 2 tsp. of olive oil. Press into bottom, and up the sides of a 10 1/2-inch, round (quiche size) pan (a bit larger than your traditional 9-inch pie pan). Place pie pan in center of oven and cook for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool. In a processor or blender, combine cottage cheese, lite cream cheese, egg, 1/3 C. of sugar, extract and lemon peel. Blend well. ill cooled graham cracker crust with mixture. Bake in oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour. Let cheese cake completely cool. Chill in refrigerator before serving. Sprinkle top with confectionery sugar before serving (optional).

Yield: 12 slices
Calories: 271
Fat: 8g
Fiber: 0g