Kid friendly American recipes with 500 or fewer calories costing less than $3.0 per serving

Jackfruit Macaroons

Cream Gravy

Ahhh! Cream Gravy it has so many uses. If you’re not from the South let me point them out to you. You can pour it on biscuits, for biscuits and…

Pokey Sticks

Cheesy breadsticks! If you ever had Gumby's Pizza in college, this is a take on their Pokey Sticks - oh so good!

Nutella Ice Cream

Cool and refreshing Ice Cream that tastes like Nutella

Pan Seared Asparagus Spears

The farmer’s markets are bursting with so many wonderful vegetables to choose from. June is here and the weather is heating up in the Carolinas.…

Chocolate Ganaché

This is a rich, dark chocolate topping or decoration that has lots of uses. It can be whipped as filling or icing, or just poured over whatever cake…

Swiss Style Cube Steak

When we were kids Mom made this for us all the time. It was a cheap dinner that went a long way served over rice. I had forgotten about it till…

Salmon Shells in Lemon Sauce

Large pasta shells are stuffed with a salmon patty mixture and topped with a creamy lemon sauce and shredded cheddar cheese. Canned pink salmon…

Granny Smith's Apple Pandowdy

Makes your eyes bug out & your stomach say "Howdy!" Fusion can be confusin', so let's get back to an ol' timey American dessert, not found on menus…

Chuckwagon Cornbread

Bake this recipe in a baking pan or skillet. Add a bit more sugar, if you have a sweet tooth. If presentation isn't important, I usually pour the…

Firehouse Hamburger Barbecue

Served at fairs and firehouse gatherings as well as church picnics and community events in Lancaster County, PA. The recipe is from Eva M. Koehler,…

Death by Chocolate Trifle

This dessert should be called Suicide is Painless! I amde this in a trifle bowl as shown, but I think I would use a glass 9x11 dish nest time.…

Marshmallow Pineapple Tropical Salad

A light salad or dessert for a luncheon or buffet. Easy to prepare and can be made with favorite fruits and…

Sweet Potato Bread with Cranberries

A tea bread full of nutritional benefits to be enjoyed as a snack, dessert or with tea. Enjoy the versatility…

Pumpkin Bread

This is a wonderful, flavorful smooth pumpkin bread that tastes great and will make your kitchen smell wonderful with all the great spices!