Lisa Lillien - Hungry Girl - Recipes and Survival Strategies for Guilt-Free Eating in the Real World

These are awesome (and easy-to-make) mini hors d'oeuvres!

Ingredients
2 fat-free or nearly fat-free hot dogs (40 to 50 calories each)
1 medium low-fat flour tortilla (about 110 calories with at least 6g fiber) Вј cup shredded fat-free cheese (cheddar or American)

Directions
Microwave hot dogs according to directions on package.
Slice tortilla in half. Sprinkle cheese evenly on top of both halves, avoiding the edges. Heat tortilla halves in the microwave for about 20 seconds, until cheese is just slightly melted.
Immediately roll 1 hot dog in each cheesed-up tortilla half by placing the dog at the straight side of the tortilla and then rolling it up tightly.
Toast roll-ups in the toaster oven until desired crispiness is reached. Slice each roll-up into thirds, and then serve with toothpicks.
MAKES 3 SERVINGS
rockin' lean bean casserole
PER SERVING (1/10th of casserole): 76 calories, 2g fat, 431mg sodium, 13g carbs, 3.5g fiber, 4g sugars, 3g protein

This recipe will rock your holiday world! The key here is to find really awesome onion-flavored soy crisps.

One 8-ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 ounce (about 25 pieces) onion-flavored soy crisps, crushed

Directions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
Make sure green beans are thoroughly drained and completely dry—use a towel if you need to. Then place half of the green beans in a casserole dish (a 2-to 3-quart rectangular one works best).
Pour 1 can of the soup evenly on top of the layer of green beans. Place half of the sliced water chestnuts over the soup layer.
Cover with remaining green beans and then top with the rest of the soup. Evenly top with the remaining water chestnuts. Place dish in the oven and cook for 45 minutes.
Top with crushed soy crisps and return dish to the oven for another 10 minutes or so, until crisps turn golden brown.
MAKES 10 SERVINGS
TOP ATE Party Survival Tips
Hungry Girl's guide to food-happy festivities. .
1. Never show up super-hungry. Eat something light before you head to the party.
2. Wear fitted party clothes. Doing so will help keep you from shamelessly stuffing too much food down your gullet!
3. Drink 1 to 2 glasses of water right before or right after you arrive at the party. This will help you feel fuller and curb cravings.
4. Don't eat anything during your first 20 to 30 minutes at the party. Mingle, socialize, and don't stand on top of the food.
5. Don't get caught empty-handed. Always have a drink in one hand (stick to no-cal beverages for most of the night!) and maybe a little clutch purse in the other. This way you'll be less likely to graze, because your hands will be full.
6. Don't deprive yourself. It's okay to enjoy some treats, just remember to do so in moderation.
7. Make a deal with yourself. Only after eating 5 pieces of something «good» (like veggies from the veggie tray), allow yourself to indulge in one piece of something «bad» (like cookies or candy). You'll likely fill up before you even hit round 2 of the bad stuff!
8. Watch what you drink. Eggnog, spiced cider, and hot cocoa can all be diet-busting disasters and a complete waste of calories. You are better off reaching for water or other no-calorie drinks.
rockin' restaurant spinach dip
PER SERVING (3 heaping tablespoons): 72 calories, 1g fat, 310mg sodium, 9g carbs, 1g fiber, 4g sugars, 7g protein

This dip is so good, it may actually bring tears to your eyes. It's great with pita chips, mixed into egg whites, or stirred into Tofu Shirataki noodles!

4 ounces fat-free block cheese (any kind)
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon reduced-fat Parmesan-style grated topping

1 ounce light soymilk
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
Cook garlic and shallots over medium heat in a pan sprayed with nonstick spray, until softened but not burned (a minute or two). Set aside.

In a medium saucepan, melt block cheese over a low flame with the soymilk, stirring occasionally.
Once cheese has melted and the mixture is well blended, add mayo, sour cream, and Parmesan. Stir until thoroughly mixed (still over low heat).
Next, add garlic, shallots, and water chestnuts and stir. Add spinach to the pot and mix thoroughly.
Spoon dip into a medium casserole dish and bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
VoilГ! Your spinach-y masterpiece is complete. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
MAKES 8 SERVINGS

HG HOLIDAY SHOCKER!

What's a party without chips and dip? While that onion dip might seem like a good choice, be aware that just 2 measly little tablespoons contain about 60 calories and 6 grams of fat. That's only about 2 chips' worth!
no-nonsense nog
PER SERVING (1 cup): 98 calories, 2g fat, 382mg sodium, 13g carbs, 0.5g fiber, 6g sugars, 6g protein

Ingredients
5 cups light vanilla soymilk
1 small (4-serving) package sugar-free fat-free vanilla instant pudding mix 6 no-calorie sweetener packets
1 teaspoon imitation rum extract
ВЅ teaspoon nutmeg