Meals Matter

Apple Cartwheels  

Contributed by: bluther

Plan ahead...needs to chill

Awesome Banana Walnut Shake  

Contributed by: cawalnut

The frozen banana in this shake creates an ice cream-like consistency. The walnuts get so finely gro

Banana Split Ice Cream  

Contributed by: bluther

This lightened-up ice cream dessert has all the flavors of a banana split. Needs to refrigerate ove

Banana Walnut Butterscotch Bars  

Contributed by: cawalnut

Delicious dessert bars that can be cut large or small for groups of many sizes.

Berry Perfect Parfaits  

Contributed by: Hilary

Black-and-White Cookies  

Contributed by: sbogert

A light, cake-like cookie mixing together the delicious duo of vanilla and chocolate.

Breakfast Fruit Salad  

Contributed by: bluther

California Pistachio Macaroons  

Contributed by: DCC

Chai Walnut Shake  

Contributed by: cawalnut

Chai tea is a black tea blended with spices that can include cardamom, cloves, coriander and ginger.

Cheer' Em on Mochaccino  

Contributed by: Janemarie

This 3-A-Day of Dairy drink provides enough calcium to count as one of your 3-A-Day of Dairy Serving

Cheese & Fruit Kabobs  

Contributed by: stacyw

This recipe makes a healthy snack for kids and adults alike! It provides a serving of fruit and some

Chocolate Mocha Mudslide  

Contributed by: mkkristen

A refreshing blend of chocolate, coffee, and banana

Chocolate Raspberry Frosty  

Contributed by: willi1617

Chocolate and raspberry were made for each other!

Chocolate Ricotta  

Contributed by: dhanyaka

This high-calcium "pudding" has the benefits of cocoa and cinnamon - and the flavor of Mex

Chocolate Strawberry Cheese Balls  

Contributed by: aarontfan

Christmas Meringues  

Contributed by: trina

Always a big hit.

Cinnamon Glazed Almonds  

Contributed by: Hilary

Perfect for snacking or as a dessert topping.

Classic Eggnog  

Contributed by: DCC

Here it is...the rich and creamy, full-bodied verion of the famous Christmas beverage you grew up wi

Cranberry Apple Dessert Risotto  

Contributed by: whymilk

Risotto has become the hottest item on Italian menus, but this unique recipe is a dessert risotto, r

Creamy Orange Shake  

Contributed by: LindaG

Increase Calcium in your diet with this cool, refreshing treat!

Dark Roast Creme Brulee  

Contributed by: EatingWell

Inspired by a recipe developed by Chef Patrick Grangien at Cafe Shelburne in Shelburne, Vermont, thi

Eating Well’s Tiramisu  

Contributed by: EatingWell

Italian for “pick me up,” tiramisu could be considered an Italian trifle. It consists of layers of c

Freezy Orange Cream  

Contributed by: Annamia

French Fruit Dip  

Contributed by: Andi1

A fun way to dunk fruit

Frosted Snowmen Cookies  

Contributed by: bluther

Frosty Berry Blend  

Contributed by: stacyw

Fruity frozen pops great for summer days.

Frozen Strawberry Yogurt  

Contributed by: ningwan

Smooth and creamy, this yogurt mixture bursts with strawberry flavor.

Fruit Cocktail Salad  

Contributed by: bluther

Fruit Dessert Pizza  

Contributed by: MAB

Fruit Salad with Lime Yogurt  

Contributed by: EatingWell

A refreshing summer salad that will cool your craving for something sweet without loading up on calo

Fudgy Wheat-Germ Brownies  

Contributed by: mgratiot

These brownies have a good dose of protein and are a good source of vitamins A and C, calcium and ir

Halle Berries Smoothie  

Contributed by: agent_9191

number of Powerfoods: 4

Hawaiian Shake  

Contributed by: jeep6

Fulfill your vitamin C requirement for the day in one shake. Vitamin C is important in forming coll

Honey Mascarpone Mouse  

Contributed by: DCC

This is a honey of a dessert.

Lavender Shortbread  

Contributed by: wendy

Delicate, unusual shortbread cookies.

Light & Creamy Pumpkin Mousse  

Contributed by: MAB

Light and Spicy Carrot Cake  

Contributed by: LTeifel

This interpretation of carrot cake offers less fat than traditional carrot cakes. The pineapple adds

Lime & Coconut Tapioca  

Contributed by: EatingWell

Tapioca, a favorite comfort-food dessert, is most amenable to the flavors of citrus. Here, I have co

Low-Fat Brownies  

Contributed by: bluther

Margaret's Extra Fudgy - Pass the Port - Brownies  

Contributed by: DCC

If you are a chocoholic, this is to die for. Also see "Satiny Chocolate Fudge Frosting."

Melon Ambrosia  

Contributed by: bluther

Mixed Berry Cobbler  

Contributed by: bluther

Mocha Frappe  

Contributed by: Andrea1

This is my favorite treat on a hot afternoon. This recipe is straight from the inventors of the won

Mother Grumpy's Bumpy Cookies  

Contributed by: wendy

This recipe came from a storybook we got out of the library. Mother Grumpy had great bakery but did

Nectarine Eclair Squares  

Contributed by: stacyw

This is an elegant dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies  

Contributed by: bluther

Papa Haydn  

Contributed by: DCC

A rich nutty shortbread cookie from a popular dessert spot in Portland.

Peach Melba  

Contributed by: LTeifel

This makes a delicious low fat snack or dessert.

Pineapple & Coconut Shake  

Contributed by: jeep6

Take an island gettaway this afternoon!

Pistachio Berry Vineyard Pears  

Contributed by: DCC

Make a good impression on guests with this one.