Cantaloupe Sherbet

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Cantaloupe Sherbet

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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Melon lovers are sure to enjoy this frosty dessert.  A dish of the sherbet is a refreshing ending to a light lunch or dinner during the summer.  It’s also a great way to use up overripe cantaloupe.

                 Mary Dixson                                                               Decatur, Alabama

 

Cantaloupe Sherbet Recipe

Cantaloupe Sherbet

1 small cantaloupe

2 cups cold fat-free milk, divided

1/3 cup sugar

1 envelope unflavored gelatin

¼ cup light corn syrup

¼ tsp. salt

Cut cantaloupe in half; discard seeds.  Scoop out pulp (there should be about 4 cups of melon).  Place cantaloupe and 1 cup milk in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth.

In a large saucepan, combine sugar and remaining milk.  Sprinkle gelatin over top; let stand for 1 minute.  Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is complete dissolved.

Stir in the corn syrup, salt and cantaloupe.  Pour into a 13×9 inch pan.  Cover and freeze until partially frozen, about 3 hours, stirring occasionally.

Place cantaloupe mixture in a blender; cover and process until smooth.  Return to the pan.  Cover and freeze until almost frozen, about 1 hour.            6 serving

(Recipe for Cantaloupe Sherbet was in tasteofhome.com)

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Fudge Berry Pie

Fudge Berry Pie

Fudge Berry Pie

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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“I’ve made this pie several times and it always gets great reviews”. With its refreshing berry flavor and chocolate crust, the no-bake delight is sure to receive thumbs –up approval from your gang, too.

                Sharlene Cullen                                                                Robbinsdale, Minnesota

 

Fudge Berry Pie Recipe

Fudge Berry Pie

2 packages (10 oz. each) frozen sweetened raspberries or slices strawberries, thawed and drained

¼ cup corn syrup

1 carton (12 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided

1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)

1 cup (6 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips

In a blender, add berries; cover and process until pureed.  Pour into a large bowl.  Stir in the corn syrup.  Fold in 2 cups of whipped topping.  Spoon into the crust.  Cover and freeze for 2 hours or until firm.

In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup of whipped topping and chocolate chips; cook and stir over low heat until smooth.  Spread over filling.  Cover and freeze for 4 hours or until firm.

Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before serving.  Top with remaining whipped topping.                                                                             6-8 servings

(Recipe for Fudge Berry Pie was in tasteofhome.com)

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Mock Margarita

Mock Margarita

Mock Margarita

This alcohol-free “cocktail” looks like its tequila-laced counterpart.  And it’s perfect for dieters—just 58 calories per drink.  (This recipe is Diabetic Friendly!!)

 

Mock Margarita Recipe

Mock Margarita

 

Lime wedge (optional)

Coarse salt or coarse sugar (optional)

1 (6 oz.) can frozen limeade concentrate

2/3 cup unsweetened grapefruit juice

25-30 small ice cubes (about 4 cups)

Green food coloring (optional)

Lemon or lime slices (optional)

If desired, rub rims of margarita glasses with lime wedge; dip rims into a shallow dish if salt or sugar and shake off excess.  Set aside.

In blender, combine limeade concentrate, orange juice and grapefruit juice.  Cover and blend until smooth.  With the blender running, gradually add ice cubes through the hole in the lid, blending until slushy.  If desired, tint with a few drops of green food coloring.  Pour into margarita glasses.  If desired, garnish with citrus slices.           8 (4 oz.) servings

 

(Recipe for Mock Margarita was in Diabetic Living Online)

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Arctic Orange Pie

Arctic Orange Pie

Arctic Orange Pie

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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This dessert is very easy to make.  I have tried lemonade, mango and pineapple juice concentrates instead of orange, and my family loves every variety.  It’s nice to know that it’s low in fat and calories.  (This recipe is Diabetic Friendly!!)

                Marie Przepierski                                                Erie, Pennsylvania

 

Arctic Orange Pie Recipe

Arctic Orange Pie

1 package (8 oz.) fat-free-cream cheese

1 can (6 oz.) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

1 carton (8 oz.) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed

1 reduced-fat graham crust (8 inches)

1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and orange juice concentrate until smooth.  Fold in whipped topping; pour into crust.  Cover and freeze for 4 hours or until firm.  Remove from the freezer about 10 minutes before cutting.  Garnish with oranges.          8 servings

 

(Recipe for Arctic Orange Pie was in tasteofhome.com)

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Blueberry Fruit Smoothie

Blueberry Fruit Smoothie

Blueberry Fruit Smoothie

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipe

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This yummy smoothie just might take you back to soda-fountain days…but it’s a nutritious low-fat alternative to traditional malts, shakes and sodas.  (This is a Diabetic Friendly recipe!!)

                           Mary LaJoie                                                                                 Glenoma, Washington

 

Blueberry Fruit Smoothie Recipe

Blueberry Fruit Smoothie

1 cup reduced-fat vanilla ice cream

1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

½ cup chopped peeled fresh peaches or frozen unsweetened peaches

½ cup pineapple juice

¼ cup vanilla yogurt

In a blender, combine all ingredients; cover and process until smooth.  Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.            3 servings

 

(Recipe for Blueberry Fruit Smoothie was in tasteofhome.com)

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Peach-Berry Frozen Dessert

Peach-Berry Frozen Dessert

Peach-Berry Frozen Dessert

Using fat-free cheese and yogurt plus light dessert topping help keep this chilled fruit dessert recipe low in calories, carbs and fat.

 

Peach-Berry Frozen Dessert Recipe

Peach-Berry Frozen Dessert

1   (8 oz.)  package fat-free cream cheese, softened

2   (6 oz.)  peach fat-free yogurt with artificial sweetener

½  (8 oz.)  container frozen light whipped dessert topping, thawed

1 cup chopped, peeled fresh peaches; frozen unsweetened peach slices, thawed, drained, and chopped;

Or

1 (8 ¼ oz.) can peach slices (juice pack), drained and chopped

1 cup fresh or frozen unsweetened blueberries, raspberries, and/or strawberries, thawed, drained if frozen

Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Fresh berries (optional)

In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese and yogurt.  Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.  Fold in the whipped topping, peaches, and the 1 cup berries.

Pour into a 2 quart square baking dish.  Cover and freeze about 8 hours or until firm.

To serve, let stand at room temperature about 45 minutes to thaw slightly.  Cut into squares.  If desired, garnish with mint leaves and additional berries.           9 servings

 

(Recipe for Peach-Berry Frozen Dessert was in Diabetic Living Online)

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Root Beer Float Pie

Root Beer Float Pie

Root Beer Float Pie

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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This is the kind of recipe your kids will look back on and always remember.  And the only appliance you need is the refrigerator.  (This recipe is Diabetic Friendly)

                Cindy Reams                                                                       Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

 

Root Beer Float Pie Recipe

Root Beer Float Pie

1 carton (8 oz.) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed, divided

¾ cup cold diet root beer

½ cup fat-free milk

1 pkg. (1 oz.) sugar-free vanilla pudding mix

1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)

Maraschino cherries, optional

Set aside and refrigerate ½ cup whipped topping for garnish.  In a large bowl, whisk the root beer, milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes.  Fold in half of the remaining whipped topping.  Spread into graham crust.

Spread remaining whipped topping over pie.  Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

Dollop reserved whipped topping over each serving; top with a maraschino cherry if desired.

8 servings

 

(Recipe for Root Beer Float Pie was in tasteofhome.com)

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Gluten-Free Flour Mix

Gluten-Free Flour Mix

Gluten-Free Flour Mix

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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I make this recipe in two-quart batches and store them in airtight jars.  My son and I both have Celiac Disease and love that we can use this mix to still enjoy traditional dishes.

           Bernice Fenskie                                                 Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

 

Gluten-Free Flour Mix Recipe

Gluten-Free Flour Mix

2 cups white rice flour

2/3 cup potato starch flour

1/3 cup tapioca flour

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients.  Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 1 year.            3 cups

Editor’s Notes:  Read all ingredients labels for possible gluten content prior to use.  Ingredient formulas can change, and production facilities vary among brands.  If you’re concerned that your brand may contain gluten, contact the company.  Contents of mix may settle during storage.  When preparing recipe, spoon mix into measuring cup.

 

(Recipe for Gluten-Free Flour Mix was in tasteofhome.com)

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Creamy Watermelon Pie

Creamy Watermelon Pie

Creamy Watermelon Pie

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

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This simple pie is so refreshing that it never lasts long on warm summer days.  Watermelon and a few convenience items make it a delightful dessert that doesn’t take much effort.

       Velma Beck                                                                                                 Carlinville, Illinois

 

Creamy Watermelon Pie Recipe

Creamy Watermelon Pie

 

1 pkg. (3 oz.) watermelon gelatin

¼ cup boiling water

1 carton (12 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed

2 cups cubed seeded watermelon

1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)

 

In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water.  Cool to room temperature.  Whisk in whipped topping; fold in watermelon.  Spoon into crust.  Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set.              6-8 servings

 

(Recipe for Creamy Watermelon Pie was in tasteofhome.com)

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Berry Smoothie Pie

Berry Smoothie Pie

Berry Smoothie Pie

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes

at www.tasteofhome.com

 

 

This refreshing dessert is so beautiful and tastes sensational.  Your family will love it, just like mine!  (This recipe is also good for DIABETICS!!!)

                                 Jill Bonanno                                                                                       Prineville, Oregon

 

Berry Smoothie Pie Recipe

Berry Smoothie Pie

1 pkg. (3 oz.) sugar-free strawberry gelatin

1/3 cup reduced-calorie reduced-sugar cranberry juice

¾ cup (6 oz.)  raspberry yogurt

3 cups chopped fresh strawberries

1 reduced-fat graham cracker curst (8 inches)

Fat-free whipping topping, optional

In a small microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cranberry juice; let stand for 1 minute.  Microwave on high for 40 seconds; stir.  Let stand for 1 minute or until gelatin is completely dissolved.

In a blender, combine the gelatin mixture, yogurt and strawberries; cover and process until blended.  Pour into crust.  Refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.  Serve with whipped topping if desired.

6 servings

 

(Recipe for Berry Smoothie Pie was in tasteofhome.com)

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