Diabetic Dessert of the Week - Patriotic Popsicles

This week's Diabetic Dessert of the Week is - Patriotic Popsicles. Some of the ingredients you'll need are; Plain Non Fat Greek Yogurt, Lemon Juice, Fat Free (Skim) Milk, Strawberries, and Blueberries. Only 50 calories and 8 carbs per serving! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website which has a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! Plus you can subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine, one of my favorites! So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Patriotic Popsicles

Ingredients
3/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
1 tablespoon fat-free (skim) milk
1 cup sliced strawberries
1/2 cup blueberries
Pop molds
Pop sticks

Directions
1 - Combine yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and milk in blender or food processor; blend until smooth.

2 - Combine remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice and strawberries in blender or food processor; blend until smooth.

3 - Alternately layer blueberries, yogurt mixture, and strawberry mixture in molds.* Cover top of each mold with small piece of foil. Insert sticks through center of foil. Freeze 4 hours or until firm.

4 - To remove pops from molds, remove foil and place bottoms of pops under warm running water until loosened. Press firmly on bottoms to release. (Do not twist or pull sticks.)

*Tip: Greek yogurt is yogurt from which much of the liquid or “whey” has been drained before use. It is available in most major grocery stores.

Yield: 4 servings.

Serving size: 1 popsicle.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 50 calories, Carbohydrates: 8 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 0 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 20 mg, Fiber: 1 g

https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/desserts-sweets/patriotic-popsicles/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

 How to freeze blueberries......

* Use fresh blueberries that are completely dry when you pop them in the freezer. Don’t worry about rinsing the berries before you freeze them; simply place them, still in their original containers, in resealable plastic bags and store them on your freezer shelf.
* If you prefer to rinse the blueberries first, dry them well with paper towels, then transfer them to freezer containers or resealable plastic bags for freezing. The blueberries will freeze individually so you can remove just the portion you need.
* If you didn’t wash your blueberries before freezing them, rinse them just before use.
For best results, toss your home-frozen blueberries into oatmeal, yogurt, smoothies, shakes or sauces within 10 months.

* From the Blueberry Council website
https://www.blueberrycouncil.org/blueberry-cooking-tips/freezing-blueberries/

SUGAR FREE BLUEBERRY BANNOCK

I came across a delicious sounding Pastry Recipe, SUGAR FREE BLUEBERRY BANNOCK. I 've never heard of this one but it is described as a flat quick bread that is often cut into wedges, like scones. So if you like Scones, you'll like this! Plus its Diabetic Friendly, 130 calories. The recipe is from the Diabetic Gourmet Magazine website which has a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes. Be sure to check it out! So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!   https://diabeticgourmet.com/

SUGAR FREE BLUEBERRY BANNOCK
Bannock is a flat quick bread that is often cut into wedges, like scones. This is a whole-wheat, baked version of a traditional Aboriginal recipe. Canola oil helps produce a light and tender crumb for this blueberry bannock recipe.

Recipe Yield: 8

Ingredients

1 cup whole-wheat flour (250 mL)

1 cup all-purpose flour (250 mL)
3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (175 mL)
2 Tbsp baking powder (30 mL)
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (2 mL)
1/8 tsp salt (.5 mL)
1/2 cup skim milk (125 mL)
1/2 cup water (125 mL)
1 Tbsp canola oil (15 mL)

Directions
1 - Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
2 - In bowl, combine flours, blueberries, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
3 - Stir in milk, water and canola oil and, using hands, moisten all ingredients, handling dough as little as possible.
4 - Turn dough out of bowl and place on lightly floured surface.
5 - Using hands, form disc about 1/2-inch (1-cm) thick and about 9-10 inches (22-25 cm) in diameter. If necessary, sprinkle with flour to keep dough from sticking. Cut into 8 wedges.
6 - Place wedges on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until bannock is golden brown.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:

Calories: 130
Fat: 2 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Sodium: 340 milligrams
Protein: 5 grams
Carbohydrates: 24 grams
https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/sugarfree-blueberry-bannock

Diabetic Dessert of the Week - Frozen Berry Ice Cream

This week's Diabetic Dessert of the Week is - Frozen Berry Ice Cream. This delicious Dessert is made using Strawberries, Peaches, Blueberries, Sugar Substitute, Vanilla, and Low Fat Vanilla Ice Cream. It's only 69 calories and 15 carbs per serving! The Recipe comes from the Diabetes Self Management website. At the site you'll find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes along with Diabetes News and Diabetes Management Tips. Plus you can subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine, one of my favorites! So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One!  https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Frozen Berry Ice Cream

Ingredients
8 ounces frozen unsweetened strawberries, partially thawed
8 ounces frozen unsweetened peaches, partially thawed
4 ounces frozen unsweetened blueberries, partially thawed
6 packets sugar substitute
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups sugar-free, low-fat vanilla ice cream
16 blueberries (optional)
4 small strawberries, halved (optional)
8 peach slices (optional)

Directions
1 - Combine partially thawed strawberries, peaches, blueberries, sugar substitute, and vanilla in food processor. Process until coarsely chopped.

2 - Add ice cream; process until well blended.

3 - Serve immediately for semi-soft texture or freeze until ready to serve. (If frozen, let stand 10 minutes to soften slightly.) Garnish each serving with 2 blueberries for “eyes,” 1 strawberry half for “nose,” and 1 peach slice for “smile.”

Yield: 8 servings.

Serving size: 1/2 cup.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 69 calories, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 23 mg, Fiber: 1 g

https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/desserts-sweets/frozen-berry-ice-cream/

One of America's Favorites - Blueberry Pie

A slice of blueberry pie with traditional crust

Blueberry pie is a pie with a blueberry filling. Blueberry pie is considered one of the easiest pies to make because it does not require pitting or peeling of fruit. It usually has a top and bottom crust. The top crust can be a circular crust but the pie can also have a crumble crust or no top crust at all. Blueberry pies are often eaten in the summertime because that is when blueberries are in season.




Blueberry pies were already baked in Germany before European settlers came to America. Blueberry pie was first eaten by early American settlers and remains a popular dessert in the United States and Canada. Similar desserts are prepared in Europe with bilberries. Blueberry pie made with wild Maine blueberries is the official state dessert of the U.S. state of Maine. Blueberry pie has been documented in the Appledore Cook Book in 1872.

Blueberry pie with almond crumb topping

A typical ingredient for blueberry pie are rinsed and stemmed blueberries. The berries can be frozen or fresh. Other ingredients include flour, or instant tapioca. cinnamon, [[nutmeg{],sugar, vanilla and butter. Recipes may vary ingredients.





Nutrients
Macro
The macronutrient count for a serving of blueberry pie is around 12.5 grams of fat, 43.6 grams of carbohydrates, and 2.3 grams of protein, for a calorie count of 290.

Micro
Blueberry pie has several vitamins including vitamin A, Folate, vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin K. Blueberry pie also has a variety of minerals like calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, and zinc.

Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week - Blueberry Turkey Bacon Pancakes

This week's Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week is - Blueberry Turkey Bacon Pancakes. Start you morning off with Blueberry Turkey Bacon Pancakes. Made using JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon.  Flapjacks topped with fresh Blueberries, Chopped Turkey Bacon, and Maple Syrup! You can find this recipe at the Jennie - O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2018!  https://www.jennieo.com/

Blueberry Turkey Bacon Pancakes

Blueberry turkey bacon pancakes are a flavor combination of savory yet sweet that satisfies all your taste cues! Chopped turkey bacon plus fresh blueberries are an easy way to lift up ordinary pancakes to delicious new heights. You’ll be doing a slow clap for these flapjacks.

INGREDIENTS

2 cups pancake mix
6 slices JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon
½ cup coarsely chopped fresh blueberries
maple syrup
garnish: fresh blueberries, additional chopped blueberry turkey bacon

DIRECTIONS
1) Prepare pancake batter according to package directions.
2) Cook turkey bacon as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Chop turkey bacon.
3) Stir chopped bacon and blueberries into pancake batter. Heat griddle to medium heat (350°F). Drop batter by ¼ cup onto lightly greased hot griddle. Cook 2 to 3 minutes and flip. Cook another 2 minutes.
4) Serve with maple syrup. Garnish with blueberries and bacon, if desired.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING

Calories 280
Protein 12g
Carbohydrates 36g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 2g
Fat 10g
Cholesterol 80mg
Sodium 840mg
Saturated Fat 2.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/1222-blueberry-turkey-bacon-pancakes

It's Nuts I tell you........Blueberry Chia Jam Bars Recipe

This week from the nuts.com (https://nuts.com/) website is a recipe for Blueberry Chia Jam Bars Recipe. Some of the ingredients can be purchased at the Nuts site; raw almonds, gluten-free rolled oats, chia seeds, cacao powder, and the coconut oil. This is just one of the delicious and healthy recipes that you can find on their site. But besides those items listed you can choose from items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, and GIFTS. Most items may be purchased in small amounts or in bulk. Plus there's FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. Now on to the recipe for Blueberry Chia Jam Bars Recipe. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018!  https://nuts.com/



Blueberry Chia Jam Bars Recipe
For a nourishing treat that is perfect for breakfast or dessert, I made these delicious blueberry chia jam bars. I love making no-bake desserts because they take less time to prepare, and there’s no heating involved, so you won’t compromise the nutritional value of the ingredients. My chia jam bars are loaded with fiber, antioxidants, iron, calcium and healthy fats. They contain less sugar than other dessert bar recipes out there, and are suitable for both gluten-free and vegan diets..........



Blueberry Chia Jam Bars Recipe {Gluten-Free, Vegan}

Total Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 16 mini bars

Blueberry Chia Jam Bars Recipe {Gluten-Free, Vegan}
Ingredients

Base
1 1/2 cups raw almonds
1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup water
1 tsp vanilla or almond extract
Blueberry layer
12 oz fresh or frozen blueberries
1/3 cup + 1 tbsp chia seeds
2 tbsp maple syrup
Topping
1/3 cup cacao powder
1/3 cup coconut oil
1/3 cup maple syrup

Instructions

1 - Line a 9’’ x 5’’ loaf pan with unbleached parchment paper and set aside. Place the base ingredients in your food processor and pulse until combined. Using a spatula, press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared loaf pan.
2 - In a food processor or blender, puree the blueberries. Add the chia seeds and mix until combined. Let the mixture sit for 20 minutes, or until it thickens. Once the mixture is thick, spread it evenly over the base layer.
3 - In a small bowl, mix the topping ingredients and pour the mixture over the blueberry chia jam layer, making sure to spread it out evenly.
4 - Freeze the bars until firm. To serve, let the bars thaw at room temperature for 15-20 minutes and cut as desired.
5 - Store bars in the refrigerator for up to one week.
https://blog.nuts.com/blueberry-chia-jam-bars-recipe-gluten-free-vegan/


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Healthy Pancake Recipes

From the EatingWell website and magazine  its Healthy Pancake Recipes. Delicious and healthy Pancake recipes like; Whole-Grain Buttermilk Pancakes, German Apple Pancake, and Pumpkin Pancakes. Find these and more all at the EatingWell website. Plus don't forget to subscribe to the EatingWell website! Enjoy and Eat Healthy!  http://www.eatingwell.com/


Healthy Pancake Recipes

Find healthy, delicious pancake recipes including blueberry, banana, chocolate chip and low-calorie pancakes. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.


Whole-Grain Buttermilk Pancakes
This healthy whole-grain buttermilk pancake recipe uses 100% whole-wheat flour, heart-healthy canola oil and just a tablespoon of sugar. Compared to most store-bought mixes or a classic recipe, this recipe saves about 30 calories, 3 grams saturated fat and 4 grams total sugar per serving, plus you'll dish up 2 extra grams of fiber. If you want to experiment with different types of whole grains, replace up to ½ cup of the whole-wheat flour with cornmeal, oats and/or buckwheat flour. Or add extra fiber and omega-3s by adding up to 3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed or chia seeds...........


German Apple Pancake
A judicious use of butter and sugar gives this classic German apple pancake—also known as a Dutch baby—less than a third of the fat and considerably fewer calories than the original breakfast treat. The topping—sautéed apples glazed with apple-cider syrup—is wonderful on oatmeal, waffles and frozen yogurt too........


Pumpkin Pancakes
This healthy whole-grain pumpkin pancake recipe produces fluffy cakes with a beautiful orange hue from pureed pumpkin and light crunch from toasted pecans. If you want to experiment with different types of whole grains, replace up to ½ cup of the whole-wheat flour with cornmeal, oats and/or buckwheat flour. Or add extra fiber and omega-3s by adding up to 3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed or chia seeds.......



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Pancake Recipes.
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18659/mealtimes/breakfast-brunch/pancakes/

Ohio Festivals August 17th - 20th, 2017

August 17, 2017 - Taste to Remember - Cincinnati, Ohio
Annual Taste to Remember.  Freshly prepared food and fine wine will delight your senses as you tour the silent auction and vie for the chance to have a local chef dazzle you with a delicious, multi-course meal in your home.  Your fabulous night out will benefit Children’s Hunger Alliance.

https://www.childrenshungeralliance.org/events2/


August 17-19, 2017  Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival - Bucyrus, Ohio

Brats, Beers and Cheers.  First celebrated in the summer of 1967, this is an annual three-day event that is always held on the full third weekend of August. There are all kinds of activities to keep all ages entertained.

http://www.bucyrusbratwurstfestival.com/


August 17-20, 2017  Lexington Blueberry Festival - Lexington, Ohio
Centered around family-friendly events and blueberries!  Every year the festival adds more activities and entertainment for festival goers to enjoy. Every night includes noteworthy bands. Each day is full of rides, contests, business vendors, locally made crafts and a grand variety of blueberry foods. Festive parade, 5K Run, Highlander games, children’s blueberry games and fireworks on Saturday.

http://www.lexblueberryfest.com/


August 18-19, 2017  Burning River Fest - Cleveland, Ohio
Burning River Fest invites guests to discover Cleveland’s historic Coast Guard Station with live music, fresh food from local farms and eateries, chef demos, and plenty of GLBC beer, including Burning River Pale Ale, Oktoberfest, and a special, yet to be determined beer perfect for summer and the Burning River Fest. Festival goers can dance, eat, drink, and socialize while celebrating one of Cleveland’s most unique monuments.

http://burningriverfest.org/


August 18-19, 2017  Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Held in celebration of Reynoldsburg's claim as "birthplace of the commercial tomato".  Festival-goers enjoy tomato displays and contests, consessions, arts and crafts exhibits, live musical entertainment, children's activities, and the opportunity to meet the friendly people of Reynoldsburg.  Attendance: 35,000.

http://www.reynoldsburgtomatofestival.org/


August 19, 2017  109th Swanton Corn Festival - Swanton, Ohio
The theme for 2017 will be "Rivals in the Corn - Who Ya Rootin' For?".  Among the activities will be a parade, car show, corn hole tournament, and entertainment on Saturday night.

http://swantoncornfest.com/


August 19-20, 2017  36th Annual Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival
Fairborn, Ohio
The Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival features handmade arts and crafts. This is a family oriented alcohol-free event featuring children's activities with free entertainment, parking, and activities. Many local and regional artisans offering handmade arts and crafts, and of course, Sweet Corn!

http://www.fairbornsweetcornfestival.org/index.html

Healthy Pancake Recipes

From the EatingWell website and the EatingWell Magazine its Healthy Pancake Recipes. A fantastic variety of Healthy Pancake Recipes like; Whole-Grain Buttermilk Pancakes, Blueberry Pancakes, and Healthy Pancake Mix. Find these and so much more at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy!   http://www.eatingwell.com/


Healthy Pancake Recipes

Find healthy, delicious pancake recipes including blueberry, banana, chocolate chip and low-calorie pancakes. Healthier recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.



Whole-Grain Buttermilk Pancakes
This healthy whole-grain buttermilk pancake recipe uses 100% whole-wheat flour, heart-healthy canola oil and just a tablespoon of sugar. Compared to most store-bought mixes or a classic recipe, this recipe saves about 30 calories, 3 grams saturated fat and 4 grams total sugar per serving, plus you'll dish up 2 extra grams of fiber. If you want to experiment with different types of whole grains, replace up to ½ cup of the whole-wheat flour with cornmeal, oats and/or buckwheat flour. Or add extra fiber and omega-3s by adding up to 3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed or chia seeds........


Blueberry Pancakes
This healthy whole-grain blueberry pancake recipe uses 100% whole-wheat flour, heart-healthy canola oil and just a tablespoon of added sugar. If you want to experiment with different types of whole grains, replace up to ½ cup of the flour with cornmeal, oats and/or buckwheat flour. Or add extra fiber and healthy omega-3 fats by adding up to 3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed or chia seeds......


Healthy Pancake Mix
With this whole-grain mix on hand, you can enjoy homemade pancakes on busy weekday mornings. This is also a great item to pack on camping trips. Be sure to refrigerate or freeze the mix as flaxseed meal is highly perishable......



* Click the link below to get all the Healthy Pancake Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18659/mealtimes/breakfast-brunch/pancakes/

Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes. If you are a fan of Blueberries, this one is for you! Delicious and Diabetic Friendly Blueberry recipes. Recipes like; Nectarine-Blueberry Crisp, Blueberry-Oat Muffins, and Blueberry Breakfast Scones. Find these and more all at the Diabetic Living Online website.  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/


Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes

We look for any excuse to incorporate juicy, antioxidant-rich blueberries into our breakfasts, desserts, and snacks. Whether fresh or frozen, the tiny-but-mighty fruits are delicious tossed into your cereal or yogurt, blended into healthy smoothies, or baked into muffins, cakes, and bars. Here are our best diabetic recipes featuring one of the sweetest power foods: blueberries.


Nectarine-Blueberry Crisp

This nectarine and blueberry crumble is perfect for spring and summer, when both fruits are in season. One serving of the pistachio-topped treat contains only 166 calories.....


Blueberry-Oat Muffins

Who doesn’t love classic blueberry muffins? Our low-calorie version contains oats, making it an even more satisfying diabetic breakfast......


Blueberry Breakfast Scones

We gave these melt-in-your mouth scones sweet and tart flavor with blueberries and orange glaze. You won’t believe the café-worthy breakfast has only 171 calories per serving.......



* Click the link below to get all the Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/diabetes-friendly-blueberry-recipes

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Buying Blueberries.......


When you buy fresh blueberries, look for berries that are firm, dry, plump and smooth-skinned, with a silvery surface bloom and no leaves or stems. Size isn’t an indicator of maturity but color is – berries should be deep purple-blue to blue-black.

Refrigerate fresh blueberries when you get them home, either in their original plastic pack or in a covered bowl or container. Be sure to wash your blueberries just before you start snacking, and eat them within 10 days of purchase.

* This is off the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council website
http://www.blueberrycouncil.org/blueberry-cooking-tips/buying-blueberries/

Diabetic Dish of the Week - Blueberry Almond Coffee Cake

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is a Blueberry Almond Coffee Cake. Breakfast made healthy with this  Blueberry Almond Coffee Cake recipe. Splenda replaces the Sugar in the recipe, and contains Blueberries and Almonds. You can find this recipe at one of my favorite recipe websites - CooksRecipes. Enjoy and Eat Healthy! http://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Blueberry Almond Coffee Cake

Friends and family will love waking up to this special breakfast treat.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder

3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
1 egg white
3 tablespoons Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener
3/4 cup sliced almonds

Cooking Directions:

1 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish. Set aside.
2 - Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
3 - Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Add 1 cup Splenda® Granulated Sweetener and flavorings; beat at medium speed until light and fluffy. Add whole eggs, one at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Fold in berries. Spoon mixture into prepared dish.
4 - Beat egg white with a fork; add 3 tablespoons Splenda® Granulated Sweetener, stirring until blended. Stir in almonds. Spoon mixture over batter.
5 - Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack 10 minutes.
Makes 12 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/12 of recipe): Calories: 230; Calories from Fat: 120; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 55mg; Sodium: 210mg; Total Carbs: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugars: 1g; Protein: 6g.
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/blueberry_almond_coffee_cake_recipe.html

Diabetic Dish of the Week - Blueberry Muffins

This week's Diabetic Dish of the Week is Blueberry Muffins. Brighten up any day with delicious, low fat, and low sugar Blueberry Muffins. The recipe is from the CooksRecipes website. While at the Cooks site check out all their incredible recipes! Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2017!   http://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Blueberry Muffins

Tasty, low-fat and low-sugar blueberry muffins.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) light margarine, softened
1 cup Splenda® Granular
1/4 cup honey
2 whole large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup skim milk
1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen

Cooking Directions:

1 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 10 muffin cups with paper liners.
2 - Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, set aside.
3 - Beat together margarine, Splenda® Granular, and honey with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Alternately stir in flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Fold in berries.
4 - Spoon batter into paper lined muffin cups, and bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean, about 25 to 30 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes on a wire rack. Remove from pan. Cool completely on wire rack.
Makes 10 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/10 of recipe; Serving Size 3 g): Calories 180, Carbohydrates 30 g, Protein 4 g, Dietary Fiber < 1 g, Total Fat 4.5 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 350 mg.

http://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/blueberry_muffins_recipe.html

Dessert Pizza

From the Jennie - O website its , Dessert Pizza. Jennie - O is the home of Turkey Recipes but it also has a great selection of side dishes and desserts like the recipe I'm passing along to everyone now. So make sure you check out the Jennie - O site (https://www.jennieo.com/) for any of your recipe needs. Make the SWITCH!

Dessert Pizza

This berry-topped dessert is festive enough for July 4th or Memorial Day grilling, but easy enough for everyday.

INGREDIENTS

1 (8-ounce) package frozen puff pastry dough, thawed

1 (8-ounce) container mascarpone cheese
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup sliced strawberries
½ cup fresh blueberries
DIRECTIONS

1) Heat oven to 400°F.
2) Place puff pastry on parchment paper lined baking sheet and cut each rectangle into 4 equal rectangles.
3) Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Let stand 15 minutes or until completely cooled.
4) Stir together mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract and salt until smooth. Divide cheese mixture evenly among 8 cooled pastries. Top evenly with fresh berries.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION

PER SERVING
Calories300
Protein4g
Carbohydrates19g
Fiber1g
Sugars5g
Fat24g
Cholesterol35mg
Sodium125mg
Saturated Fat9g

https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/979-dessert-pizza

Ohio Festivals August 17th - 21st, 2016

August 18-20, 2016  Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival - Bucyrus, Ohio
Theme for 2016: 'If You Mustache...Brattie is 49'  First celebrated in the summer of 1967, this is an annual three-day event that is always held on the full third weekend of August. There are all kinds of activities to keep all ages entertained.

http://www.bucyrusbratwurstfestival.com/


August 18-21, 2016  Lexington Blueberry Festival - Lexington, Ohio

Centered around family-friendly events and blueberries!  Every year the festival adds more activities and entertainment for festival goers to enjoy. Every night includes noteworthy bands. Each day is full of rides, contests, business vendors, locally made crafts and a grand variety of blueberry foods. Festive parade, 5K Run, Highlander games, children’s blueberry games and fireworks on Saturday.

http://www.lexblueberryfest.com/


August 19-20, 2016  Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Held in celebration of Reynoldsburg's claim as "birthplace of the commercial tomato".  Festival-goers enjoy tomato displays and contests, consessions, arts and crafts exhibits, live musical entertainment, children's activities, and the opportunity to meet the friendly people of Reynoldsburg.  Attendance: 35,000.

http://www.reynoldsburgtomatofestival.org/


August 20-21, 2016  35th Annual Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival
Fairborn, Ohio
The Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival features handmade arts and crafts. This is a family oriented alcohol-free event featuring children's activities with free entertainment, parking, and activities. Many local and regional artisans offering handmade arts and crafts, and of course, Sweet Corn!

http://www.fairbornsweetcornfestival.org/

Sweet & Savory Summer Berry Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website its Sweet & Savory Summer Berry Recipes. Delicious and healthy recipes that are all about the Summer Berries! Recipes for strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and more! Find them all at the Diabetic Living Online website.  http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Sweet & Savory Summer Berry Recipes

Markets are filled with fresh summer berries. Add them to your grocery list, and then try these delicious, easy berry recipes to brighten your plate and get a pop of nutrition.

A Bounty of Berries

Not only are berries a bold and beautiful addition to your meals, they’re also bursting with nutritional value. For instance, pectin is a fiber found naturally in berries that can help reduce blood levels of total and LDL cholesterol. Eat a variety of different berries—strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and more—to get the unique benefits that each offers.



Very Berry Grilled Pork Salad

Antioxidant-rich blackberries and raspberries dress up this summery grilled pork recipe. Drizzle with our homemade berry-basil salad dressing for a refreshing low-carb dinner with both sweet and savory notes.....


Strawberries

Now is the time to visit a you-pick strawberry patch to really appreciate this berry’s flavor. Fresh strawberries are available year-round, but the peak season spans April through October. One cup of fresh strawberries contains 46 calories and 11 grams of carbohydrate. One of the best food sources of vitamin C, strawberries provide 141 percent of the daily recommended amount in 1 cup....



* Click the link below to get all the Sweet & Savory Summer Berry Recipes
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Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes

From the Diabetic Living Online website (http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/) its Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes. Blueberries are a great add on to cereal, yogurt, smoothies, or your fresh baked muffins! You'll find recipes including Berry Tart with Lemon Cookie Crust, Nectarine-Blueberry Crisp, and Gluten-Free Blueberry-Lemon Donuts. Find them all at the Diabetic Living Online website.


Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes

We look for any excuse to incorporate juicy, antioxidant-rich blueberries into our breakfasts, desserts, and snacks. Whether fresh or frozen, the tiny-but-mighty fruits are delicious tossed into your cereal or yogurt, blended into healthy smoothies, or baked into muffins, cakes, and bars. Here are our best diabetic recipes featuring one of the sweetest power foods: blueberries.



Berry Tart with Lemon Cookie Crust

Fluffy filling and fresh berries adorn this delicious diabetic dessert. To ease the assembly of the blueberry cake, make the crust ahead of time......


Nectarine-Blueberry Crisp

This nectarine and blueberry crumble is perfect for spring and summer, when both fruits are in season. One serving of the pistachio-topped treat contains only 166 calories......


Gluten-Free Blueberry-Lemon Donuts

For a gluten-free breakfast option, try our scrumptious blueberry donuts. With just 19 grams of carb per serving, they won't make you feel guilty for indulging!.....



* Click the link below to get all the Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes

http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/diabetes-friendly-blueberry-recipes

Ohio Festivals - August 13th - 16th, 2015

August 13-15, 2015  Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival - Bucyrus, Ohio
Theme for 2015: 'Bratty Believes in Bucyrus'  First celebrated in the summer of 1967, this is an annual three-day event that is always held on the full third weekend of August. There are all kinds of activities to keep all ages entertained.

http://www.bucyrusbratwurstfestival.com/


August 13-16, 2015  Lexington Blueberry Festival - Lexington, Ohio

Centered around family-friendly events and blueberries!  Every year the festival adds more activities and entertainment for festival goers to enjoy. Every night includes noteworthy bands. Each day is full of rides, contests, business vendors, locally made crafts and a grand variety of blueberry foods. Festive parade, 5K Run, Highlander games, children’s blueberry games and fireworks on Saturday.

http://www.lexblueberryfest.com/


August 13-16, 2015  Ohio Valley Antique Machinery Show
Georgetown, Ohio
Antique/craft/flea market, 4 parades, tractors, engines & equipment, Sunday antique car show, camping & RV sites, baby costume contest, entertainment, antique and garden tractor pulls, covered bridge, log cabin livin’, threshing, sawmill, rock crushing, canning, broom making, grist mill, block making, shingle mill, blacksmith, etc.

http://www.ovams.org/


August 14, 2015  Summer Harvest Gourmet Gala - Tiffin, Ohio
The Gala is a gourmet food and wine event that benefits the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center and Seeds of Hope Farm in Tiffin. The event celebrates local and seasonal cuisine by featuring the chemical-free, fresh produce, herbs, poultry and eggs from Seeds of Hope Farm.  Chefs representing area restaurants and businesses from northwest Ohio and around the country participate in the Gala. Each chef plans his or her menu based on the available produce and other seasonal items from the Farm.

http://felctiffin.org/


August 14-16, 2015  Germanfest Picnic - Dayton, Ohio
Presented by Dayton Liederkranz-Turner, the 32nd annual picnic will feature continuous live music, authentic German food, keg tapping, crafts, genealogy support, and kid zone.

http://daytongermanclub.org/

Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes

Some fantastic Diabetic-Friendly Blueberry Recipes! It's from the Diabetic Living On Line website.   http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/


Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes
We look for any excuse to incorporate juicy, antioxidant-rich blueberries into our breakfasts, desserts, and snacks. Whether fresh or frozen, the tiny-but-mighty fruits are delicious tossed into your cereal or yogurt, blended into healthy smoothies, or baked into muffins, cakes, and bars. Here are our best diabetic recipes featuring one of the sweetest power foods: blueberries.



Berry Tart with Lemon Cookie Crust

Fluffy filling and fresh berries adorn this delicious diabetic dessert. To ease the assembly of the blueberry cake, make the crust ahead of time......


Nectarine-Blueberry Crisp

This nectarine and blueberry crumble is perfect for spring and summer, when both fruits are in season. One serving of the pistachio-topped treat contains only 166 calories......


* Click the link below to get all the Diabetes-Friendly Blueberry Recipes

http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/diabetes-friendly-blueberry-recipes