Low Fat Less Taste?

I have to fit into a wedding dress in 5 months!
Time to revamp some meals to ensure no cups runneth over.

Now we aren't traditionally big fatty food eaters (lean meats, light oils mostly) and normally round our meals out with all the food groups but you and I both know that some meals could use a little fat reducers here and there.

Does low fat equal less taste?
I've heard the debates.
I do believe that sometimes, some things just taste better full fat.
chocolate. ice cream. 
A good frozen yogurt or gelato is great but c'mon, the creamy smoothness of full dairy fat oh yes....heaven.
I beg to differ however with meats and more savory dishes.
You can add lower fat content sour creams, substitute cottage cheeses, take away calorie laden sauces, skin birds and always, always use fresh herbs and spices to please your palate!

I found a recipe in one of my many cookbooks for a Greek dish that sounded amazing.
Pastitsio.
Pasta, meat, creamy cheese sauce.
Sounds like lasagna. mmmmm lasagna....

This is a lightened up version of one that you may find on the web but isn't lacking flavor one bit!
If you like lasagna, you'll eat this.
Enjoy!

PS I guess I am gonna have to make it again since my camera card decided that it wanted full fat and conked out - tear.....
I'm Listening To: Doll Parts - Hole

Thick or Thin, White or Wheat

Crust.
You know, for my pizza?

We are a "pie" fam but each one of us has our likes and dislikes so it's cheaper, healthier and sanity saving to make our own at home.

There isn't any fighting about who gets what pizza, who's ordering the 1/2 pepperoni, 1/2 onions, 1/4 peppers, spinach and chicken on the half that has the pepper on it etc. etc.(the Mr. BM refuses to order them) nor is there anyone complaining or picking off pineapples (honestly, fruit should not mix with pizza sauce).

We are also a thin crust/wheat kinda crowd.
You?

Here's a quick and easy pleaser in our abode:
The Meatball Sub Pizza!
We happened to have some leftover meatballs from dinner a few nights ago - they were perfect, just slice em in half and go to town :)

You'll need:
pizza dough (purchased or homemade)
marinara sauce
mozzarella
parmesan
red onions
mini meatballs (homemade are SO much better)
*any other ingredients i.e. veggies you may want to add will work just fine*

Roll out your dough to your preferred consistency.  Add a touch of olive oil to a baking sheet.
Place the dough on the sheet.  Layer your sauce , ingredients and follow up with your cheese.
Bake in a preheated 400F oven until the crust is nicely crispy, about 13-15 minutes. *or less for a softer crust*

We don't fight over the ingredients on this one - it works for all of us.
Thank GOODNESS!

I'm Listening To: Johnny B Good - Chuck Berry

Happy National Deviled Egg Day!

Holy cow, a national holiday just for deviled eggs?
Well why not really, I mean they are always poppin up at parties right?
Why not let them have their own party!!!
Lets Run with the Devil(ed) Egg WOOT!  (Its like my own little holiday)

When I think of a deviled egg I am reminded of little old ladies having Tupperware parties in the 70's.
(what do I know, I was barely born in that decade)
Nowadays everybody wants one and they are always the first to go at a potluck yet when someone asks what you can bring and you even suggest a bite sized egg they sorta balk at it.
Uhhh ummm, sssuuurre?

Not sure why it gets a bum rap (like the egg salad or tuna sandwich at school).
Its an egg peeps with a smooth creamy filling.
Get over it, get on the band wagon.
Say it with me:
"WE LOVE DEVILED EGGS AND WE'RE NOT AFRAID TO SAY IT"

Since today is the national holiday I thought I would give you a trio of flavors. 
My traditional, an Asian inspired and a slightly healthier option.  My ingredient amounts are subjective as I made only enough for 1 or 2 eggs so that I could show you a variety without having a party to get rid of them.
(Mr. BM is gonna be happy when he wakes up and finds out what today is!  He hearts the DE)

Traditional Deviled Egg

hard boiled egg(s), cut lengthwise in half, scoop out the yolk into a bowl and move the whites to a plate.
Hellman's mayo (for 1 egg I used 2 tsp.)
a dash of dill pickle juice
fresh cracked pepper
paprika for garnish

Mix the yolk with ingredients and fill the whites with the mixture, top with garnish
Asian Inspired Deviled Egg

hard boiled egg(s), cut lengthwise in half, scoop out the yolk into a bowl and move the whites to a plate.
a dash of rice wine vinegar
Hellman's mayo (or wasabi mayo if you have some)
a few drops of sirachi (hot sauce)
grated ginger, fresh is better (1/8 tsp.)

Mix the yolk with ingredients and fill the whites with the mixture, top with garnish.

Spinach n Cream Cheese Deviled Egg

hard boiled egg(s), cut lengthwise in half, scoop out the yolk into a bowl and move the whites to a plate.
light cream cheese (for 2 eggs I used about 1 1/2 tbsp)
1 1/2 tsp. mayo
chopped wilted spinach (or you could use frozen and thawed but I like fresh spinach)
cracked pepper
quick squeeze of lemon juice

Mix the yolk with ingredients and fill the whites with the mixture, top with garnish.

My fav?
Easily the traditional!

I'm Listening to: Running With the Devil - Van Halen (of course)