2011 November

As soon as I got back to Colorado, I hit SuperTarget to get some veggies and whatnot.

Keep in mind, I didn’t buy this… but since when did they sell Red Velvet Chocolate Milk???

As you can tell, I was still craving bad food from my weekend in Ohio. And, I kinda wanted a burger. I knew that I couldn’t continue eating like this… so, I thought I’d try something new.

Boca Burger

I recognize that I’m probably the last person in America to try the Boca Burger, but I reaaaaalllly like them. I was in Target a few weeks ago and tried a sample of the burger and was pleasantly surprised! The sampling lady suggested that I try the Flame-Grilled version for best flavor, and that’s exactly what I picked up!

I defrosted the burger in the microwave and then cooked it on my grill pan. I’d love to try it on the grill, but it’s chilly out tonight so that will have to wait for another night!

I also toasted a Wonder Bread 80 Calorie Whole Wheat Bun on the grill pan. When the burger was done, I added some ketchup and onions. SO DELISH!

I paired this delicious dinner with a really yummy garden salad. Have you tried Marzetti’s Light Balsalmic salad dressing? It’s 50 calories for 2 Tbsp and is found in the refrigerated dressing section. TRY IT!

I ate this burger on Saturday and Sunday nights and could seriously eat it again tonight if I wasn’t on the road. 200 calories for the burger and bun. Such a tasty dinner! I definitely recommend it!

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Veggie Appetizer Pizza

When my brother called to tell my aunt that there was an additional 5 people that would be coming to Thanksgiving dinner, he asked what we could bring. My aunt told him not to worry about bringing anything, that she was just happy to have us. Keep in mind, she was hosting more than 15 people for dinner on Thursday!!

That being said, Beth and I decided that we just had to come up with something to bring. Because there’s not much you can make at the Holiday Inn, we swung by my grandfather’s house early to whip up some appetizers.

Beth chose to make Sausage Balls, which is always a crowd favorite. My choice was an attempt to bring something healthy and impressive – - My favorite Veggie Appetizer Pizza!

Because we were strapped for time, I bought one of those veggie bags that has cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots in it. Beth spotted it in the store – - Brilliant! I also bought some scallions and a tomato to add a little more color.

Veggie Appetizer Pizza

Makes 24 pieces

INGREDIENTS

8 oz. reduced fat cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup reduced fat sour cream

2 cans Reduced Fat Crescent Rolls

1 packet dressing mix – Ranch or Italian

For the Toppings

Use a combination of any or all of the following:

Cauliflower

Carrots

Yellow Pepper

Scallion

Cucumber

Tomato

Broccoli

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2. Unroll both cans of dough; separate dough into 4 long rectangles and connect them into a sheet. In ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan, place dough; press in bottom and up sides to form crust.

3. Bake 13 to 17 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.

4. In small bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and dressing mix until smooth. Spread over crust. Top with chopped vegetables.

5. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving. Cut into 3 columns and 4 rows. Cut each square on the diagonal to create pizza-like wedges.