Healthy Entertaining

5 Healthy Appetizers

1. Blue Cheese Spread. This no-fuss spread is perfect for a holiday party and it can be made ahead of time. Try serving it with crackers, crostini (toasted bread rounds), carrots and other crunchy vegetables. Recipe: Celery with Apricot Blue Cheese Spread
2. Pear Dip. Skip the cheese and crackers platter and serve this delicious dip at your next party. Try it with apple slices or grapes. Recipe: Cheddar & Parmesan Pear Dip
3. Party Tray. Offer a party tray of different vegetable choices such as carrots, celery, broccoli and cauliflower along with a healthy vegetable dip made with non-fat sour cream. Recipe: Carrot Tuna Vegetable Dip
4. Quesadillas. Quesadillas are always a crowd pleaser, especially when served with a simple, homemade salsa. Feel free to add your favorite squash and other vegetables to this festive dish. Recipe: Roasted Winter Squash and Mozzarella Quesadillas
5. Dark Chocolate Covered … Whatever! Dip peaches, strawberries and bananas in a small amount (only ¼ of the fruit) of melted dark chocolate. Refrigerate and serve.

5 Healthy Breakfasts

1. Oatmeal. Oatmeal is a quick, satisfying, and delicious way to start your day. Customize our Heartwarming Oatmeal recipe by adding your favorite fruits.
2. Parfait. Layer nonfat yogurt with your favorite fruits, such as blueberries or bananas. Top with low-fat granola and enjoy! Recipe: Purple Party Parfait
3. Frittata. Vegetables accent frittatas perfectly. Make frittatas with lots of vegetables and use egg substitutes. Recipe: Vegetable Frittata
4. Smoothie. Offer a Power Gold Smoothie that not only tastes wonderful, but is full of color and nutrition.
5. 5. Homemade Fruit Spread. Purée your favorite fruits for a sweet spread full of antioxidants. Top whole wheat toast or biscuits for an easy breakfast!

5 Healthy Favors & Gifts

1. Preserves. Visit your local farmers market and stock up on jams, preserves, and jellies. Tie each jar with a decorative bow and send your guests home with a delicious local treat!
2. Granola. This easy-to-prepare party favor can be packaged in decorative cellophane or Ziploc bags. Tie a note to each bag suggesting guests try it with fat-free vanilla yogurt and a banana! Recipe: Dried Fruit and Almond Granola
3. Fruit Baskets. Gather a bunch of little baskets, cut up fruit of your choice (use cookie cutters to make it fancy), and place on skewers for a wonderful gift!
4. Cinnamon Apple Chips. These tasty chips only require 2 apples, 100% apple juice and cinnamon sticks! Recipe: Cinnamon Apple Chips
5. Fruity Trail Mix. Everyone loves trail mix because it’s full of vitamins and minerals plus … it’s delicious! Try mixing heart-healthy nuts like almonds, walnuts, pistachios and pecans with dried fruit and dark chocolate. Recipe: Fruity Trail Mix

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