Archive for June, 2011

“No Bake” Skinny Strawberry Shortcake Trifle, Ready in Minutes!

Wednesday, June 29th, 2011

If you’re short on time, this big on flavor dessert is perfect to make.  So easy, quick and absolutely yummy!  This isn’t your ordinary strawberry shortcake either.  We’re starting with a store-bought fat-free angel food cake, adding fat-free vanilla pudding, Cool Whip, lots of fresh sliced strawberries, blueberries and drizzling a store bought strawberry glaze.  [...]

Homemade Watermelon Lemonade, the Perfect Summer Sipper…

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011

Sweet, juicy, watermelons are everywhere this time of year.  Many of us wouldn’t trade a slice of ice cold watermelon on a hot summer day for anything else!  Adding pureed watermelon to lemonade makes it a delightfully refreshing drink.  We’ve calculated the nutritionals and Weight Watchers POINTS made with sugar.   We’ve also done the [...]

Oh Boy It’s Taco Night

Monday, June 27th, 2011

We hate to admit it but we just love the original crunchy tacos at Taco Bell.  Although small in size, they are quite high in fat and not very healthy due to the fatty beef, regular cheese and shredded iceberg lettuce… We decided to try and recreate the same taste but make it a whole [...]

Southwest Chicken Burgers on Top of Low Fat Cornbread, Mmmm…

Sunday, June 26th, 2011

Wow this burger and cornbread creation is amazing!  Sometimes it’s fun to make something a little different.  This is not your typical burger.  First, we discovered the most delicious low fat cornbread mix.  So simple to make, all you add is water before you bake it.  You’re going to love it, guaranteed!  We’ve also cut [...]

Heavenly, Skinny Lemon Poppy Seed Bundt Cake

Friday, June 24th, 2011

There’s nothing better than a home baked cake to make a get together memorable.  This light, luscious, lemony cake will surely delight everyone.  The robust tang of the lemon adds to the delicate crunch of the poppy seeds.  It doesn’t get simpler than making one of my “no time to bake cakes.”  I’m starting with [...]

The Perfectly Skinny Bloody Mary Cocktail

Thursday, June 23rd, 2011

Although the origin of this drink is disputed, some believe Pete Petiot, a bartender at Harry’s New York bar in Paris created it.  In 1933, Petiot introduced it in America, when he joined the St. Regis Hotel.  It was first called “Red Snapper” but once the Tabasco was added it became known as the “Bloody [...]

Skinny Turkey Burgers That Taste Great!

Thursday, June 23rd, 2011

Let’s face it, most turkey burgers taste, well, rather forgettable.  They’re dry, flavorless, and unremarkable.  Yet, we eat them because we want a healthier alternative to a decadent beef burger.  Great news-our BBQ Turkey Burger is nothing short of wonderful…It’s juicy, satisfying, and packed with a dreamy barbecue flavor.  The trick is making it moist.  [...]

Simply Crunchy Slaw

Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011

There are probably as many ways to make coleslaw as there are cooks. In San Luis Obispo, I discovered the most delicious coleslaw at a barbecue joint called Mo’s.  Not only do they have the best ribs ever (definitely not skinny), they make a delicious crunchy slaw.  It’s not at all soggy like the typical [...]

The Best Barbecued Chicken Ever With an Amazing Homemade Sauce

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011

Look no further…What makes this chicken the best is the incredible sauce!  We’ve shared other homemade BBQ sauces before but this one tops all the others. It’s a little sweet and a little spicy. You’ll notice one unusual ingredient on the list.  Root beer!  This ingredient really packs a punch with flavors of sassafras, sarsaparilla, [...]

We Might Be Temporarily Down For Maintenance On Thursday, June 23rd and June 24th

Monday, June 20th, 2011

Thanks to all of you we’ve grown! That also means we’ve outgrown our hosting company.  Thursday, June 23rd and Friday June 24th our site may be down.  If you go to skinnykitchen.com, it might not exist for awhile.  Skinny kitchen could be gone for at least 24 hours and maybe up to 48 hours. If [...]