American appetizers & snacks recipes with 500 or fewer calories costing more than $3 per serving

Tangy Blue Cheese, Fruit and Nut Appetizers

This is such a colorful appetizer. In reality, it's a deconstructed version of a very popular spinach salad,…

Flavorful Grilled Shrimp

This is a classic grilled shrimp recipe originally from Craig Clairborne's NYT cookbook, then adapted by Ina Garten, and then finally perfected by…

Skillet Chocolate Fudge Candy

A quick and easy chocolate fudge candy made in an electric skillet. This is from an Indiana Public Service Electric Co. brochure from 1977.…

Turkey Jerky Dog Treat Recipe

Use some of that left over turkey as treats for your dogs!!

Homemade Chili Seasoning

Make a jar of this and keep it on hand to add to chili, ground beef for tacos or enchiladas, etc. Give it as a gift, too.

Bison and Bean Chili

Rich and hearty Native American dish that goes well with fresh fry bread.

Grilled Coconut Shrimp Skewers

Nothing says the tropics like coconut and pineapple and that is what is in this scrumptious recipe. Utilizing fresh pineapple, coconut milk and…

Baked Stuffed Clams

These make a great appetizer, or serving a couple they make a nice dinner, and occasionally to make them truly elegant I top them with Hollandaise…

Unbelievably-Sinful Strawberry Ribs

Ice Box Dill Pickles

You don't have to can, to make your own pickles. This recipe allows you to make a 1 quart jar of crisp, tasty dill pickles, that will last for a…

Quick Radish Refrigerator Pickle

The perfectly pink ume plum quick pickle. The perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and crispy. Great on their…

Basic Barbecue Rub

This is adapted from a rub by Steven Raichlen in his book "Sauces Rubs & Marinades." It can be used on beef, pork, chicken and fish like salmon.…

Crab Salad in Lettuce Cups

Light crab salad dressed up with avocado, parsley, cocktail sauce & a lemon wedge served in a butter lettuce cup to make it finger-friendly.

Green Juice

A boost of vitamins, enzymes and minerals. Give your body what it need and deserves! Drink this instead of breakfast or afternoon snack. It will…

Pears in Red Wine

This is a wonderful and delicious treat for any season and occasion! Many Blessings, Catherine xo