After Noon Snacks and Alternate Dinner for Saturday's afternoon
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Oct 2, 2021
- 5 min read
We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It's easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
6 reviews Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min. Makes 12 kabobs (1-1/2 cups dip)
Ingredients
1 cup vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups fresh strawberries, halved
1-1/2 cups green grapes
8 ounces cubed cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, or a combination of cheeses
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Directions
For dip, mix first 4 ingredients. On 12 wooden skewers, alternately thread strawberries, grapes and cheese cubes. Serve immediately or refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts 1 kabob with 2 tablespoons dip: 147 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
My mother always made this apricot Jell-O salad for celebrations. When my husband and I were dating, he fell in love with this dish and, as soon as we were married, asked me to get the recipe. You can substitute peach or orange gelatin for a fresh summer treat. —Suzanne Holcomb, St. Johnsville, New York
Total Time Prep: 25 min. + chilling
Makes 12 servings (1/2 cup each)
Ingredients
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
2 packages (3 ounces each) apricot or peach gelatin
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup grated carrots
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed
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Directions
Drain pineapple, reserving juice in a 2-cup measuring cup; add enough water to measure 2 cups. Set pineapple aside. Pour juice mixture into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; remove from heat. Dissolve gelatin in juice mixture. Cool for 10 minutes.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add gelatin mixture, beating until smooth. Refrigerate until slightly thickened, 30-40 minutes.
Fold in pineapple and carrots, then whipped topping. Transfer to an 8-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until set. Unmold onto a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 cup: 144 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 128mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
My tart is adapted from my mom's quiche recipe. She lives thousands of miles away from me in the U.K., so whenever I make it, happy memories of home come flooding back. —Paula Nolan, Granite Bay, California
Ingredients
Dough for single-crust pie
1 pound fresh asparagus
6 thick-sliced center-cut bacon strips, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
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Directions
On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to an 11-in. tart pan and press into edges. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°. Prick crust with a fork 5 or 6 times; line with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edge is light golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is light golden brown, 4-5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 375°.
Trim tough ends from asparagus. Reserve 8 spears; cut remaining asparagus into 1/2-in. pieces.
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, 6-8 minutes; remove and drain. Add olive oil to skillet, then red onion, shallot and chopped asparagus; cook and stir until softened, 6-8 minutes. Stir in vinegar; cook 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Return bacon to pan; stir in tomatoes, parsley, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Spoon into crust.
Whisk eggs and cream; stir in cheddar cheese until blended. Pour over top. Arrange reserved asparagus spears in a spoke pattern with tips facing outward. Sprinkle with Gruyere cheese. Bake until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 367 calories, 30g fat (14g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 441mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
My family loves pasta! This simple dish is always a hit, especially during the spring when sugar snap peas are the sweetest. To keep us from getting in a rut, I change up the flavors. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Makes 12 servings
Ingredients
1 pound fresh sugar snap peas (about 5 cups), trimmed
1 package (16 ounces) angel hair pasta
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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Directions
In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 16 cups water to a boil. Add peas; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Using a strainer, remove peas from pot.
In same pot, add pasta to boiling water; cook according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water; return to pot. Toss with 3 tablespoons oil.
In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and seasonings; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in peas; heat through.
Toss with pasta, adding 1 cup cheese and reserved cooking water as desired. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 258 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 254mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
Artichokes are at their best when you prepare them simply, without a lot of fuss or seasonings to overdress them. Many people dip the petals in melted butter or mayonnaise, but I think you'll love my tangy lemon-yogurt dip. —Jill Haapaniemi, Brooklyn, New York
Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 45 min.
Makes 12 servings (1-1/2 cups dip)
Ingredients
6 medium artichokes
3 tablespoons olive oil
Sea salt and coarsely ground pepper to taste
1-1/2 cups plain yogurt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Lemon wedges
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Directions
Using a sharp knife, cut 1 in. from top of each artichoke and trim stem so it will stand upright. Using kitchen scissors, cut off tips of outer leaves. Place artichokes upright in a Dutch oven; cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until a leaf in the center pulls out easily, 35-40 minutes. Invert artichokes to drain. Cool slightly; cut each in half lengthwise. With a spoon, carefully scrape and remove fuzzy center of artichokes.
In a cast-iron skillet or grill pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Place artichokes in pan, cut side down. Cook until lightly browned, 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Serve with artichokes and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 artichoke with 2 tablespoons dip: 81 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 99mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
For a twist on the usual holiday fare, we turn ham and pineapple into juicy kabobs. The marinade gets its zip from hoisin, teriyaki and soy sauces. —Chandra Lane-Sirois, Kansas City, Missouri
Ingredients
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1-1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
kabobs:
2 pounds fully cooked boneless ham, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large fresh pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 1-in. cubes (about 4 cups)
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Directions
In a large shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add ham; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°. Drain ham, reserving marinade. For glaze, pour marinade into a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-7 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Meanwhile, on 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread ham and pineapple; place in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Brush with glaze. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts 1 kabob: 144 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 1109mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
Total Time Prep: 30 min. + marinating Bake: 15 min.
Makes 12 servings
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