Throwing a Cheese Tasting Party

Ever gone to the grocery store and been mesmerized by all the varieties of cheese? I know I have. And, I'm not a big cheese eater. So, the thought of buying a slab of cheese just didn't appeal to me. I started checking with some friends about my dilemma of wanting to experiment with cheeses, but not buy so much. And, the idea came up...

A cheese tasting party! It was a small gathering of six of us. Each one brought some cheese they were unfamiliar with. I also asked each friend to bring some background info about the cheese such as its origin to make it more interesting.

What a blast! With only six of us there, there were a total of 10 cheeses. Some stores offer cheese platters with chunks of cheeses from various regions of the world. One friend brought a platter full of French cheeses. How nice.

I supplied hot tea and water, plus some white wine was available for those so desiring. Crackers and bread also made the serving buffet.

The next day, and three days later...I am cheesed out. :) The party was a blast and I'm confident if others decided to have one, the same results would be achieved.

Go for it! You may be surprised how palatable and versatile cheese can be. :)
Plus, it's easy on the budget. :)


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Heart Healthy Breakfast Treat

The first meal of your day is important since it provides fuel to carry you through. Here is a fiber rich and tasty way to help your heart out. The cantaloupe is high in Vitamin C and fiber. The cottage cheese provides protein. And, the flax seeds are high in Omega 3 fatty acids and fiber...both essential for heart health. This recipe is also low in calories.

¼ cantaloupe, cubed and removed from skin
½ cup low fat cottage cheese
1 teaspoon flax seeds
sprinkling of cinnamon

Cut up the cantaloupe and place onto serving plate. Place the cottage cheese on top. Sprinkle with the flax seeds and cinnamon. Adjust the cinnamon per your taste.

Enjoy!

Healthy Deviled Eggs

What's a party without deviled eggs? A bore, I'd say. Everyone knows that eggs are high in cholestrol. Here is a healthy and easy way to decrease both the cholesterol and fat content.

8 large eggs
2 T fat free mayo
1 T mustard
1/3 C nonfat cottage cheese
1 T lemon juice
1 t dill weed
paprika

Hard boil the eggs. Peel and cut in half. Place half of the yellow portions into a bowl with the remaining ingredients. Discard other half of yellows. Scoop mixture into egg halves and place on serving platter.

Place into refrigerator to chill prior to serving.

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