This recipe — a variation of the favorite served at Green Mountain – makes a special treat for your loved ones. As you can see, it doesn’t contain a lot of special low-fat ingredients; the portion size is the key to fitting this into a […] read more »

Summer brings a lot of great things to enjoy, not the least of which is great-tasting melons and berries. Here’s a fun idea, reminiscent of a much-richer dessert but one that’s sure to please fruit-lovers. Needless to say it’s very healthy! Don’t have a banana […] read more »

When we’re in the mood for a sweet treat, tropical fruit fits that bill year-round. Make it extra special with our spiced yogurt whether serving to friends, family or yourself! 1 cup plain yogurt 1 tablespoon honey 1/8 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1/8 teaspoon ground […] read more »

Spring is a time for strawberries. One glamorous way to show them off is in a parfait. You can make a Strawberry Parfait with frozen yogurt, ice cream, pudding or custard — all relatively easy and pretty to serve. This version calls for a made-from-scratch […] read more »

Okay, it’s not really sorbet, but it is really simple! Just freeze your fruit of choice. Then blend with your favorite fruit juice, and voilà — a refreshing crowd-pleasing dessert. The combinations are endless; here are two of our favorites below. As summer builds to […] read more »

Talk about the most useless but popular present for the holidays, and cooking enthusiasts might tell you about the kitchen torch (or torches J) they received from well-meaning friends. Just how often is anyone really going to use it? If you’re wondering whether you should […] read more »

It seems this time of year we are always too busy to do all the things we want to do. Here is an idea for an impressive dessert that doesn’t have to take much time. Start with a small frozen plain 8-inch cheese cake and […] read more »

This recipe may seem to be a lot of work, but it’s really easy to make. And it’s definitely worth the effort — it makes an impressive yet light dessert that your family and guests will love! (Makes 4 servings)   Phyllo* dough cut into […] read more »

Beta-carotene, vitamin A, calcium, healthy fats, protein…wait a minute, this doesn’t sound like dessert! Yet that’s exactly what this great-tasting mix of good-for-you nutrients is. Otherwise known as pumpkin pie, we’ve added a Vermont twist, substituting maple syrup for some of the sugar, and adding […] read more »

Combining nutritious ingredients like rolled oats, dried fruit and nuts makes for a tasty and festive looking holiday dessert. For a change from chocolate, bring these great-tasting bars to your next holiday party! (Makes 16 bars)     Fruit filling: 1 cup dried apricots, chopped […] read more »