Healthy Recipes to Help You Ring in 2011

Even though most people start their New Year’s resolutions on January 1, your New Year’s Eve celebration is a great time to start practicing some of your healthier habits.

Whether you’re hosting a party at home to ring in the New Year or watching the ball drop with a close group of family and friends, delicious appetizers, tasty main dishes and festive desserts are in order for an evening of indulgence that won’t wreck your diet.

Dips for Chips & Vegetables:

7-Layer Dip

Blue Cheese Dip

Holy Guacamole

Kalamata Olive Hummus

Spicy Cranberry Dip

Fancy Finger Foods:

Basil Cheese Triangles

Chipotle Chicken Cups

Perfect Party Salmon Bites

Rosemary-Skewered Chicken with Orange Glaze

Spinach Puffs

Sandwiches & Quesadillas:

Barbecue Pork Sandwich

Black Bean & Mushroom Quesadilla

Bountiful Vegetable Wrap

Grilled Open-Face Herbed Goat Cheese Sandwich

Skinny Steak Sandwich

Main Dishes:

Baked Chicken & Prosciutto

Chicken and Red Chili Tamales

Chili Rubbed Pork Chops

Savory Steaks and Sauce

Shrimp Pasta Salad

Sweet Stuff:

Boston Cream Parfaits

Creme Brulee

French Silk Pie

Snickers Bars

Walnut Torte

December 30th, 2010

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by Maris — Healthy Culinary Expert

Twitter: @MarisCallahan   www.ingoodtasteblog.net

Maris is a respected self-taught cook who's passionate about helping new cooks learn to prepare healthy, delicious meals and snacks. Quality chocolate, farmers markets, and homemade food are winners in her book.