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Pineapple, Ham & Cheese Skewers
By Sandra Woodruff
Sep 8, 2006, 10:21
Yield: 24 appetizers
24 toothpicks
24 pieces scallion (about 3/4-inch long)
24 wedges (about 3/4-inch) fresh pineapple
12 round thin slices lean ham (about 6 ounces), cut into half-rounds
3 ounces reduced-fat white cheddar cheese, cut into 24 pieces (each about 3/4-inch square and 1/4-inch thick)
Light Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce (page 000) (optional)
1. Use a toothpick to skewer one scallion piece and one pineapple
wedge. Fold one piece of ham in half and then in half again to form a
triangle and skewer with the toothpick. Finish off with a piece of
cheese.
2. Place the skewers on a lettuce lined serving platter and serve
immediately or cover and chill for up to several hours before
serving. Serve with the Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce if desired.
Nutritional Facts (per appetizer)
Calories: 19
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fiber: 0.1 g
Fat: 0.8 g
Sat. Fat: 0.4 g
Cholesterol: 5 mg
Protein: 2.2 g
Sodium: 74 mg
Calcium: 27 mg
GI rating: low
Diabetic exchanges: Count 4 appetizers as 1 1/2 lean meat and 1/4 fruit exchange.
Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce
Yield: about 1/2 cup
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Dijon or spicy mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup nonfat or light mayonnaise
2 to 3 teaspoons water
1. Combine the mustard and honey in a small bowl and whisk to mix. Whisk in the mayonnaise and water.
2. Serve immediately or cover and chill until ready to serve.
Nutritional Facts (per tablespoon serving)
Calories: 25
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Fat: 0.6 g
Sat fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 1 mg
Protein: 0.3 g
Sodium: 165 mg
Calcium: 7 mg
Potassium: 14 mg
Diabetic exchanges: 1/3 carbohydrate
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