Friday, May 30, 2008

Healthy brownies?

The brownies will cook faster than what it says on the package, because there is no oil. Begin checking them about 6-8 minutes before the directions on the box. The toothpick rule is pretty good. The brownies will continue to cook after you take them out of the oven, so even if they are not quite cooked in the middle, go ahead and take them out. Once they cool, they will set and taste great. If you overcook this recipe, the brownies will be dry, tough and rubbery.


Take one package of brownie mix (I prefer any of the organics line that they sell at Whole Foods...but any mix will work). Follow the package directions, but when it calls for oil, add canned pumpkin instead.

For added richness, sprinkle 1/4 - 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips on the top of the brownies. Spend a little bit more for quality chocolate and it will be worth it!!

If you love ala' mode, buy the no sugar added double churned Dreyer's ice cream for only 80 calories for 1/2 cup!! It is seriously delicious and tastes sinful...but it isn't.

Enjoy!!

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