Banana Cream Pie Bonanza (vegetarian)

Review: I don't know if this shake tastes exactly like Banana Cream Pie but it was pretty good. Not very filling at all but it was tasty and I think it's only 3 points. Made a yummy breakfast shake but it would probably do better as a dessert. It was really easy to whip together in the morning.

Score: 4/5
Prepared: 10/05/09

HG's Too-EZ Mac 'n Cheese - HG Newsletter bonus (contains velveeta)

Review: So, I thought I had the ingredients for this, but alas, I did not. So, I made some substitutions and it turned out great! My husband ABSOLUTELY loved this. Since I had to make substitutions, I wouldn't call it "too-EZ" but I could see how it would be pretty freaking easy once I got the right stuff. FYI, Super Walmart in Brier Creek is supposed to carry the package Green Giant Family Size Cauliflower & Three Cheese Sauce.

Check out the recipe on HG's website:
http://www.hungry-girl.com/chew/chewdetails.php?isid=1804

Score: 5/5
Prepared: 10/01/09

HG's Fiber-Fried Chicken Strips

Review: I am becoming an expert in faux-frying stuff, HG-style. The first time I made these, they were a disaster. The trick is to use Pam to assist the "frying" process. Still, I thought it just tasted like FiberOne. I might be maxed out on FiberOne. My husband ate his with honey mustard dipping sauce and he thought they were great. I'm actually putting down his "score" for them. Maybe next time I'll try the dipping sauce.

Score: 4.5/5
Prepared: 10/01/09

Maris's Big Bowl O' Blob Orange 'n Cream Dessert (jello-base)

Review: I did not think this recipe would be either good or successful. As it turns out, it was both! The secret is letting the jello set overnight. Also, although this recipe used orange, you can check out different flavors. Best part is that it tasted like a creamsicle which was awesome since I was trying to find one. I tried another recipe in August and it was a disaster (http://bethandhg.blogspot.com/2009/08/scoopable-creamsicle-crush-pie-hg.html). So definitely check this one out!

Score: 5/5
Prepared: 10/01/09

Easy Tropical Sorbet (vegetarian)

Review: Wow, this recipe was soooooooooooo simple and so yummy and so low in points. All qualifications for a GREAT recipe. Only 2 ingredients and you're done in like 1 minute (not counting freezing time). I actually got 3 servings out of it (says I'll get 2) which is SWEET (literally).

Score: 5/5
Prepared: 10/01/09

Super Duper Spaghetti Pie

Review: I had my reservations about this recipe. Everyone I told I was eating Spaghetti Pie said, "OH, that will be SO good." Then I'd describe to them Tofu Shirataki. I really HATE preparing it but I usually like the finished product but I dread the whole process because of my dislike in preparing it. Well, it turns out that I LOVED this recipe. At the last minute I decided my husband wouldn't eat it so I added black olives, pretty much ensuring that I wouldn't have to share.

I was starving that night and I was so freaking happy that I could eat this entire pie (4 servings) for 7 points. Read my typing - SEVEN POINTS FOR FOUR SERVINGS. You know that is insane. Also, I found a small portion without olives and my husband tried it and really liked it. He's so picky, you know it has to be good! Not difficult to make either! I'll be trying this one again!

FYI - this recipe could easily be converted to vegetarian. It called for pepperoni on the top but that could be left off.

Score: 4/5
Prepared: 9/30/09

Too-Good Turkey Wrap

Review: This was a pretty good wrap. It was obviously exploding out of my tortilla. I finally got it altogether but it was a tough fit! It was also a good collection of tastes - plenty of veggies without over-powering the meat. It was a great portion size and EASY to make. My favorite kind of recipe.

Score: 5/5
Prepared: 9/28/09