Low-Fat Recipes: Snow Balls in a Jar | Submitted By: Paula

1/2 cup confectioners' sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chopped pecansIn a medium bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar and flour. Place into a 1 quart canning jar. Put the chopped pecans on top. Close the lid and attach a tag with the following instructions: Snow Balls, Makes 4 dozen. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. In a medium bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of shortening and 1/4 cup of margarine. Stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla. Add the entire contents of the jar, and mix well. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place them on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool, and roll in confectioners' sugar. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 48 | Total Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Servings Per Recipe: 24

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 48

Total Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: < 1mgTotal Carbs: 10.4g    Dietary Fiber: 0.3gProtein: 1.1g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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Gluten-Free Recipes: Meringue Teasers | Submitted By: Paula Roberts

2 egg whites2/3 cup super fine sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 pinch salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1 cup chopped walnutsPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Cover cookie sheets with foil. Beat egg whites in small bowl until foamy. Gradually beat in sugar until meringue forms stiff peaks. Add food coloring, if using. Add vanilla and salt. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts. Drop meringue by teaspoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets. Place in preheated oven. Turn oven off. Do not open door for at least 6 hours or overnight. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 90 | Total Fat: 5.4g | Cholesterol: 0mg

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