Blueberry Banana Smoothie
Bananas that are getting past ripe work perfectly in smoothies. Peel them, wrap them in plastic, and freeze them.
Brownie Kisses
Melted chocolate, chocolate chips, and nuts make a great combo for these cookies.
Cantaloupe Soup
This is a picture-pretty first course for a summer meal. Make in advance and serve chilled.
Carrot-Oatmeal Muffins
These muffins are perfect for breakfast or a snack. They get their crunch from chopped walnuts.
Catfish with a Kick
Rub the fillets with spices, Broil about 4 inches from heat for about 5 minutes. Turn fillets and broil 3 to 4 minutes longer.
Ciabatta Pizza
Ciabatta, the Italian flat bread popular in toasted sandwiches, makes a handy pizza base. You can reduce the carbs and calories slightly by pulling out some of the soft interior.
Confetti Wraps
Before rolling, toss thin strips of the ham, turkey, and cheese with the veggies.