Snack Girl Archives

Meet Your New Best Friend: Fat

Ahhhh, look at that beautiful butter. I can’t wait to smear it all over my steak....

A Zero Calorie Method To Soothe Yourself

Looking for a way to calm down after a long day? Have I got the recipe for you!...

Top Ten Healthy Apple Recipes

The orchards here in Western Massachusetts are laden with apples. It is a dreamy time of year to be in New England....

Snack Girl’s Birthday

I don’t make a big deal about my birthday. Since most of you don’t know me, why would September 2nd matter to you?

Snack Girl Has THE Taco Tuesday Recipe

If you haven’t seen The Lego Movie then you don’t live with an 8 year old boy....

Top 10 Grab and Go Healthy Breakfasts

It is THAT time of year again when we rev our engines and run out the door without our pants on....

Use Those Beautiful Tomatoes in Gazpacho

If you haven’t tried a cold soup, now is your moment. As summer comes to and end, you cannot miss this experience....

Where to Find Weight Watchers Friendly Recipes

Many of my readers are following Weight Watchers and, hopefully, seeing results....

Peanut Butter and Jam Cookies (Vegan and Gluten-Free)

I am not on a gluten-fee vegan kick right now, but there are some great recipes coming from that crowd....

Why “Added Sugar” Matters

The FDA wants to change the nutrition facts label to include “added sugars” versus the way it is now....

A New Pizza – No Sauce and a Light Crust

Pizza is one of my forms of kryptonite. Not crappy Domino’s pizza, but well-made, delicious pizza....

Fig Newtons Are All Wrong

How can I pick on one of the best-selling cookies in America? The First Amendment says you can’t stop me....

Blender Vegan Key Lime Pudding

I don’t like using my blender because then I have to wash it. It is bulky and takes time to put together and take apart....

You Can’t Always Get What You Want

I have a confession to make. I have been on vacation for almost 2 weeks.....

Make Your Own Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

I am SO proud of myself. I made this beautiful bowl of strawberry frozen yogurt (and then I ate it)....

The Greek Yogurt Taste Off

Which of these Greek yogurts is your favorite? I decided to taste them all and try to determine which one is the best....

Time for Refrigerator Pickled Green Beans

I know you probably think it is time for potato chips – but you are wrong....

Save Money With These 10 Budget Snacks

I walk into the grocery store and manage to spend $100 without breaking a sweat....

Love Cheesecake? Give This A Try

I receive all sorts of requests for recipes. One reader wanted me to make a light version of cheesecake....

10% Happier: A True Story of an Anchorman's Quest For Peace

There are two types of book that I can’t get enough of – autobiography and self help (also know as self improvement)....