A few years ago, I came across Jimmie’s Chipotle Pepper Jam at a Farmer’s Market in Los Angeles. Since I adore anything spicy, I decided to give it a try, and I am SO glad I did!! This amazingly flavorful spicy pepper jam has so many uses…as a sauce in stir fry recipes, a glaze for chicken or lamb, a topping for crackers, a spicy companion for cheese, or my personal favorite – on top of some cream cheese on a baguette. It has a sweet, tangy smoky flavor with a lot of heat and it is DELICIOUS. I don’t know who Jimmie is, but if he is the man behind this Jimmie’s Chipotle Jam, I would consider leaving my husband for him.

Jimmie’s Chipotle Pepper Jam

Produced by hand and with all natural ingredients in their Southern California kitchen, Jimmie’s Chipotle Pepper Jam is made by Uncle Berch. It has just 4 natural ingredients, no preservatives, artificial colors or flavorings. And each serving is just 1 Points +. Since it packs so much flavor, you really don’t need a lot of it. This jam is only available online, or at various Farmer’s Markets across Southern California, so if you want to give it a try, you’ll have to place an order at their online store. If you are located in Southern CA, look for Uncle Berch at your local Farmer’s Markets – if he’s there, you can sample his Jimmie’s Chipotle Pepper Jam along with all of his other amazing products! Yum!

Serving size is 1 tbsp
Each serving = 1 Points +

PER SERVING: 50 calories; 0g fat; 0g protein; 14g carbohydrates; 1g fiber

Dessert for breakfast? Yes, please!! With the new Dulce de Leche flavored brand of Cheerios coming out this month it’s an absolute possibility. And I already have some great ideas on how I can plug them into some Weight Watchers Dessert Recipes! The nutritional stats are pretty decent – each 3/4 cup serving is just 3 Points +. Granted, it’s not Dulce de Leche ice cream, but hey, for just 3 Points, it’s a pretty decent substitute. I can already see myself just eating handfuls of them when my late night sweet tooth kicks in. Sweet and crunchy is a great combination. I’ll definitely be grabbing a box or two of these Dulce de Leche Cheerios as soon as they hit my grocer’s shelves!

Dulche de Leche Cheerios

Here’s what General Mills has to say about their new caramel flavored Cheerios…

“Dulce de Leche (pronounced “DOOL say day LAY chay”) is a Spanish term for a thick caramel sauce popular in Latin America that inspired this new Cheerios flavor.”
They boast:

• 100 calories per serving
• 19g of whole grain per serving which is 39% of the daily recommended amount of whole grain*
• Saturated fat free
• Naturally cholesterol free
• Good source of calcium
• Good source of vitamin D

Serving size is 3/4 cup
Each serving = 3 Points +

PER SERVING: 100 calories; 1.5g fat; 22g carbohydrates; 2g protein; 2g fiber

With absolutely zero cholesterol, zero trans fat and half the fat and calories, it’s no wonder that I am OBSESSED with Brummel and Brown Butter Spread. It’s blended with natural yogurt and has that amazing creamy, buttery taste I crave. I use it as a butter substitute in just about every recipe I have that typically calls for butter. It’s also delicious by itself spread on whole grain toast or bagels. My husband and son love it as much as I do, so it has become a staple in our house and there’s always a tub or two in our fridge. Each 1 tbsp serving is just 1 Points Plus, and I truly think it tastes better than butter or margarine. Keep reading to learn more about Brummel and Brown Butter Spread…

The nutritional stats for Brummel and Brown Spread are pretty amazing too, and I am working on some new decadent dessert recipes using this fabulous butter alternative! Checkout their website to find out where you can buy it, but it’s available at many large grocery store chains.

Serving size is 1 tbsp
Each serving = 1 Points +

PER SERVING: 45 calories; 5 g fat; 0 g protein; 0 g carbohydrates; 0 g fiber

Need a quick, ready made soup for lunch that’s healthy, low calorie and delicious? Check out Amy’s Organic Chunky Tomato Bisque! It’s the best tomato soup I’ve ever had, and it’s just 3 Points Plus per serving. It’s made with just 8 natural, all organic ingredients, and it makes the perfect guilt free side dish to any tasty Weight Watchers Sandwich Recipe.

Amy’s Organic Chunky Tomato Bisque

Easy and convenient, this tomato bisque is definitely a great bargain. You can really taste the freshness of the ingredients, and it’s really hard to believe this soup comes from a can. So if you want a quick meal idea to have on hand when you don’t have time to cook one from scratch, stock your pantry with a few cans of Amy’s Organic Chunky Tomato Bisque!

Entire package has 2 servings
Serving size is 1 cup
Each serving is 3 Points Plus

PER SERVING: 130 calories; 3.5 g fat; 21 g carbohydrates; 3 g protein; 3 g fiber

If you are a fan of frozen yogurt, you’re going to flip for the new Stonyfield Oikos Organic Nonfat Greek Frozen Yogurt. Not only is it super creamy, and much better tasting than most frozen yogurts I’ve tried, the nutritional stats are awesome! Each 1/2 cup has just 3 Points Plus. I also love that it has a lot more protein than most other frozen yogurts, and it’s organic. Not too tart tasting, it’s a perfect healthier alternative to ice cream and comes in 4 fabulous flavors!

Stonyfield Oikos Organic Nonfat Greek Frozen Yogurt

Greek yogurt has an incredibly rich and creamy texture, about twice the protein of regular yogurt, less lactose, and fewer carbs. So it’s no wonder Greek is flying off the shelves. Stonyfield Oikos Organic Nonfat Greek Frozen Yogurt come in 4 amazingly good flavors: Blueberry, Honey (my personal favorite), Vanilla and Chocolate. Currently, you can only get it at Whole Foods, but hopefully it will be in all major grocery stores soon!

Entire container has 4 servings
Serving size is 1/2 cup
Each serving = 3 Points Plus

PER SERVING: 100 – 110 calories; 0g fat; 19 – 22g carbs; 6 g protein; 0 – 1g fiber

If you need a good, late night sweet tooth satisfy-er, these tasty Quaker Quakes in Vanilla Creme Brulee are a great option! You get 13 mini Whole Grain rice cakes for just 3 Points Plus. Light, crispy and sweet, they make great Weight Watchers snacks and are perfect when you need a crunchy treat while watching TV or a movie. I always need to snack on something after my kids are in bed, and I want to just sit in front of the TV, and veg out! So these Quaker Quakes are one of my go to treats when I want to snack without over indulging.

Quaker Quakes Vanilla Creme Brulee

Made with 10 g of Whole Grains per 30 g serving, these mini rice cakes are not only tasty, but nutritious too. While the Vanilla Creme Brulee flavor is my personal favorite, check out their whole line in a variety of sweet and savory flavors! Available in Kettle Corn, Apple Cinnamon, Chocolate, Cheese, Rosemary and Toasted Garlic, Sea Salt and Cracked Black Pepper, Chili, Corn, and BBQ.

Serving size is 13 mini cakes
Each serving = 3 Points Plus

PER SERVING: 120 calories; 1 g fat; 26 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 1 g fiber

Man, I love Trader Joe’s….what did I ever do before this store existed? Just recently, I was spotted their Trader Joe’s Queso Cheese Dip on the shelf, and was REALLY craving some. I almost walked away, assuming that it’d be super fattening and way too many Points Plus, but I decided to pick it up and just have a look. Well I’m sure glad I did!!! I was BLOWN AWAY by what I saw on the nutritional label…each 2 tbsp serving has 0 Points Plus!!! That’s right, people…ZERO POINTS PLUS!!! And it tastes really good! So if you’ve got a craving for some cheesy nachos made with Queso Dip, Trader Joe’s, once again, is the place to go. I just bought about 10 jars of this stuff! Perfect for a quick and easy low calorie game day dip too…no one will have any idea that it’s low calorie. P.S. Check out the nutritional stats…

Trader Joe’s Low Calorie Queso Cheese Dip

With a bold cheesy flavor and a spicy kick, it’s hard to believe this queso dip has 0 Points Plus. But joy to the world…it does. And by the way, did I mention that you can eat the WHOLE JAR for 5 Points Plus!??!? Oh Em Gee. I’m in love.
The nutritional information on this dip is beyond amazing….take a look….

Entire package has 11 servings
Serving size is 2 tbsp
Each serving = 0 Points Plus

PER SERVING: 15 calories; 0.5 g fat; 3 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber

So run…don’t walk to your nearest Trader Joe’s and pick some up, ASAP!

Hot Dogs have always been a staple in my diet…they are quick and easy to cook, are mostly inexpensive, and let’s face it….pretty damned delicious. Though, when I was pregnant, I avoided eating them because of all the nitrates in most brands. So when I found these Organic Beef Hot Dogs from Applegate, I was pretty excited to give them a try! Not only are they Organic, uncured, and nitrate-free hotdogs, but they are just 2 Points Plus each. And I have to say, they were delicious!! I feel they were a much better alternative to the Ballpark Turkey Hot Dogs I usually chose. Wanna learn more about today’s Fabulous Food Find? Keep reading!

Applegate Organic Beef Hot Dogs

If you are a Weight Watchers member who not only wants to eat foods that are low in Points Plus, but that aren’t made out of mostly artificial ingredients and preservatives, then you’re gonna flip for Applegate’s Organic Beef Hot Dogs! These low fat franks are made with select cuts of USDA certified organic grass-fed beef, and are lower in fat than your average beef hot dogs. They have just 2 Points Plus each and are bursting with old-fashioned classic hot dog flavor—juicy, flavorful and delicious. They are also uncured and contain no nitrates, no preservatives and are an ideal easy low calorie lunch idea.

Serving size is 1 hot dog
Each serving = 2 Points Plus
PER SERVING: 90 calories; 6 g fat; 0 g carbohydrates; 6 g protein; 0 g fiber

I’ve always been a big fan of Kashi products, and when they released their new line of TLC Pita Crisps, I was totally excited to give them a try. I love a good crunchy snack, especially pita chips, but it’s not always easy to find ones that are both yummy and Weight Watchers friendly. These new Kashi Pita Crisps have just 3 Points Plus per serving, and each serving is 11 crisps. What I do, to prevent myself from eating more than 1 serving , is to divide the whole box into individual servings and store them in little Ziploc bags. That way, if I need a quick, healthy snack on the go, I can just grab a little pre-portioned bag, rather than stand there and count out 11 crisps. Plus, if I’m snacking on them at home, I tend to feel guilty going back for another bag, so I just stick with one, and that helps keep me in control. Wanna learn more about Kashi’s TLC Pita Crisps? Keep reading!!

Kashi TLC Pita Crisps

According to Kashi, their TLC Pita Crisps are made from a unique blend of 7 whole grains, baked to toasty perfection into crunchy, puffy crackers. Both savory varieties are crunchy snacks you can feel good about craving. Naturally Pita Crisps are free of artificial flavors, hydrogenated oils and cholesterol. Each serving provides 10 grams of whole grains, 5 grams of fiber* and 3 grams of protein. Yay!! And they currently come in 2 different flavors: Zesty Salsa and Original 7 Grain with Sea Salt. Want to know where you can find them? Just enter your zip code to find a retailer nearest you. And don’t forget to use this Kashi Pita Crisps Coupon to save $1.00 off your box!

Serving size is 11 pita crisps
Each serving = 3 Points Plus

PER SERVING: 120 calories; 3 g fat; 22 g carbohydrates; 3 g protein; 5 g fiber

I’m not always one to fill up on artificial sweeteners, but every now and then, I think it’s OK to indulge a bit. And these new Non-Alcoholic Mocktail Mixes from Crystal Light are a great way to splurge! Instead of filling up on the high calorie cocktails that I love, I can crab one of these tasty little drinks for just 5 calories per serving, which is 0 Points Plus. Serve them chilled, over ice, or blended with ice for a tasty low calorie summer drink that tastes just as good as the real thing (well, almost!) but without all the extra carbohydrates and calories, or the alcohol buzz. Keep reading to find out more!

Crystal Light Mocktails Drink Mixes

Crystal Light’s non-alcoholic powdered drink mixes come in in Appletini, Margarita, and Mojito. Yum! Each packet has 8 servings and makes a 2qt pitcher. Which means, if you really feel like it, you could drink the entire 2 quarts for just 40 calories. So don’t hesitate to satisfy your thirst for a light and refreshing mocktail this summer! Check out Crystal Light’s Facebook Page and learn more about these tasty beverages, along with their other low calorie drink mixes.