Barbecued Peanuts
Yield: 3 servings, each with 16 grams of carbohydrates and 6 grams of fiber, for a total of 10 grams of usable carbs and 17 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke flavoring 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Dash of Tabasco 1/2 cup water 1 1/2 cups dry-roasted peanuts 3 tablespoons butter Garlic salt […]
Indian Punks
You can actually buy curry-flavored pumpkin seeds, but these are better tasting and better for you. Yield: 4 servings, each with 15 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 11 grams of usable carbs and 18 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 4 tablespoons butter 2 1/2 tablespoons curry powder 2 […]
Samosas & Fresh Mango Chutney
These delicious, spicy Indian starters are easy to make with phyllo pastry. Once you have mastered the first one, constructing the samosas is really easy. For tips on working with phyllo pastry (see Intro). Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 4 tbsp. sunflower oil 1 tsp. mustard seeds 2 small onions, finely chopped 2 tsp. curry powder […]
Curried Pecans
When I first came up with this combination of seasonings, I intended to use it on chicken, but I’ve discovered that it’s also delicious on pecans. Yield: 8 servings, each with 5 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 3 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. […]
Worcestershire Nuts
I like to use this combination of nuts, but feel free to use just one or the other, or to experiment with your own proportions. Yield: 8 servings, each with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 4 grams of usable carbs and 3 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS […]
Soy and Ginger Pecans
I gave away tins of these for Christmas one year and got rave reviews. Yield: 8 servings, each with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 4 grams of usable carbs and 3 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 2 cups shelled pecans 4 tablespoons butter, melted 3 tablespoons soy […]
Roasted Nuts
Of course you can buy these in a can at the grocery store, but they’re much better-and cheaper-when you roast them fresh at home. Yield: 8 servings. Each serving made with almonds will have 7 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 3 grams of usable carbs and 7 grams […]
Moist Blueberry Muffins
Moist Blueberry Muffins with Crunchy-Sweet Crumble The recipe calls for so many berries, every bite will be packed with burst-in-your-mouth goodness. And the streusel-like crumble on top just begs to be eaten all on its own. The muffins stay fresh for days—if they’re not devoured as soon as you arrive. Makes 12 medium or 8 […]
INSTANT ENERGY FRUIT CUP
INGREDIENTS ½ Apple ½ Pear ½ cup Red seedless grapes 1 tablespoon Honey ½ tablespoon Fresh lemon juice Sliced Kiwi Pomegranate seeds INSTRUCTIONS Cut the apple and pear into bite-size chunks and place them in a bowl. Add the red seedless grapes, honey, and fresh lemon juice to the bowl. If you have them, […]
Glazed Nuts
Nuts Spiked with Cinnamon and Cayenne A little bit spicy, a little bit sweet, they are the perfect way to stave off hunger. Make ’em yourself—and watch ’em disappear. Makes 2½ cups INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons sugar ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon cayenne ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons butter 2½ […]