Party Mix
1/2 c. margarine
1 tsp. garlic powder
2 c. unsalted pretzels
2 c. puffed rice
2 c. spoon-size shredded wheat
2 c. unsalted peanuts
Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Melt margarine in skillet or wok. Add garlic powder, stir then add remaining ingredients and toss together. Serve warm. Makes 2 quarts. Vary the cereals, choosing those which are salt free.
Walnuts and pecans may be used in place of peanuts since a handful of peanuts has 500 calories. 1 cup raisins may also be added but omit garlic powder. Bake party mix a total of 45 minutes. Stir twice during that time period.
Diabetic Zucchini-Basil Muffins
2 eggs
3/4 c. milk
2/3 c. oil
2 c. flour
sugar substitute = to 1/4 c. sugar
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 c. shredded zucchini
2 tbsp. minced basil
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
Beat eggs in bowl. Stir in milk and oil. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Mix dry ingredients into egg mixture just until flour is moistened. Batter should not be completely smooth. Gently mix in zucchini and basil. Fill greased muffin caps about 3/4 full. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 425 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Remove from pan.
Makes 10-18 muffins depending on size of pan. |
