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Lisa's Chilled Strawberry Soup
It's strawberry season and time to try something new. So why not a soup that is cool, refreshing and different.
1/3 cup cold diet ginger ale
4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup fat-free half and half
1/3 cup Splenda
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1/4 cup no-fat sour cream
In a blender container, combine diet ginger ale and strawberries. Cover and process on blend for 30 seconds or until mixture is smooth. Add half and half, Splenda, lemon juice and vanilla extract. Re-cover and process on blend for 15 seconds or until smooth. Pour mixture into a large bowl. Add yogurt and sour cream. Mix well using wire whisk. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
Each serving equals: 100 calories, 0g fat, 4g protein, 21g carbs, 64mg sodium, 124mg calcium, 4gm fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Fruit, 1/2 Starch/Carb; Carb Choices: 1 1/2.
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Put Together The Perfect Outdoor
Soiree
Easy Tips on How to Entertain Like an
Expert
(NAPSI)-Outdoor get-togethers are supposed to be time for fun and friends, but some party hosts find these events incredibly stressful. Throwing an outdoor gathering doesn't have to be a major feat. By preparing some noteworthy dishes and placing a few noticeable accents, you can impress guests and still be able to relax and enjoy yourself. Here are simple tips for your open-air soiree:
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Decorate with vibrant colors. For a daytime party, use small flowering potted plants as centerpieces instead of fresh cut flowers that may wilt. For an evening party, string some colorful hanging lanterns throughout the yard to create a relaxing and festive mood.
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Keep it cold. Serve cold salads that can be prepared ahead of time, so you won't be in the kitchen while your guests are enjoying themselves. Instead of a standard potato salad, try a cold rice salad with Mediterranean flavors.
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Get grilling. Impress guests by offering a third option besides just hamburgers and hot dogs. Put eggplant and zucchini on a skewer and brush with a marinade of your choice - it makes a great vegetarian alternative.
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Serve seasonal fruit. Instead of spending hours in the kitchen baking dessert, buy some fresh fruit, such as strawberries of blueberries and serve with whipped cream for a sweet finish.
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Keep essentials on hand. Be sure to have sunscreen available for daytime parties, and if your party continues into the evening, tiki torches can help give added light while keeping the bugs away.
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