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!

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

Truwhip Low Calorie Whipped Topping – 1 Points Plus If you haven’t already, take a look at the ingredient list in a tub of Cool Whip the next time you are at the grocery store — there’s some pretty scary stuff in there, people. But today’s Fabulous Food Find is about to make you super duper happy if you are a whipped topping lover!! Truwhip Whipped Topping is taking the dessert world by storm with it’s fantastic flavor, fabulous nutritional stats and it’s all natural ingredients. Not to mention, each 2 tbsp has just 1 Weight Watchers Points Plus, allowing you to dollop with confidence. Keep reading to learn more about this truly awesome food…

Truwhip is a 100% natural whipped topping, that is 70% organic, has NO high fructose corn syrup, no hydrogenated oils, and is trans fat free & gluten free. Woo hoo!! Now you can enjoy topping your favorite healthy dessert recipe, using it as a dip for fruit, or just eating it straight out of the tub, as I will shameslessly admit to doing on more than one occasion. You can find it at your local grocery store in the freezer aisle, right where the Cool Whip is. And don’t forget to take this Truwhip coupon with you to save a little bit of cash :).

Entire container has 25 servings
Serving size is 2 tbsp
Each serving = 1 Points Plus

PER SERVING: 30 calories; 2 g fat; 3 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber

Sometimes, I just really don’t feel like cooking. And when I feel like that, it’s important that I have some healthy, low calorie convenience foods on hand, or I’ll wind up at the nearest fast food drive thru. One of my recent finds are these amazingly yummy vegetable souffles from Garden Lites. I had been passing by them for weeks at the grocery store, and then just last week I decided to give them a try….they were fantastic! They are PERFECT to pop in the microwave, and in 3-4 minutes, I have a healthy breakfast, lunch or snack. These are great to take to an office too. I love that the ingredients are all natural and they are pretty low in sodium, compared to other frozen diet foods. They come in 6 delicious flavors, and 5 of them are just 4 Weight Watchers Points Plus (the other one is 5 Points Plus). Keep reading to find out more about these diet friendly low calorie frozen souffles!

Here’s what Garden Lites has to say about their products: “Frozen food doesn’t have to taste like the freezer or be full of phony nutrition in order to stay “fresh”. Our frozen soufflés are chock-full of flavorful, hearty, and delicious vegetables. Full of real vitamins. Real substance. Real taste. Whether a side dish, snack or mini-meal, our fresh soufflés can be enjoyed whenever the mood strikes.” I have to say…I couldn’t agree more. These tasty little entrees are a much healthier and tastier alternative to most of the other frozen diet foods on the market.
You can get the souffles in the following delicious options: Roasted Vegetable, Butternut Squash, Broccoli, Zucchini, Spinach or Cauliflower. Yum!

Entire box has 1 serving
Each serving = 4 Points Plus (the Butternut Squash one is 5 Points Plus)

PER SERVING: 140 – 180 calories; .5 – 2 g fat; 25 – 34 g carbohydrates; 9 – 10 g protein; 3 – 5g fiber