several other combinations of low-fat toppings, spreads, and seasonings

several other combinations of low-fat toppings, spreads, and seasonings also are available. Try these delicious low-fat ideas: • Spread on jams and fruit purees. , • Go light with butter, margarine, and mayo. • Try it plain. i • Toast it. • Warm it up in the microwave. • Dress it with fresh fruit. • Experiment with salsa. • Use low-fat spreads. • Broil with low-fat cottage cheese. • Spinrkle on flavorful seasonings as dill, rosemary, or Italian combinations. . • Build two sandwiches witlK lighter ingredients instead of; one Dagwood-size sandwich. Since the base of the Food Guide Pyramid is the grain/pasta/cereal/rice group, here are some recipes from the American Cancer Society’s Cookbook for getting your daily 6-11 servings of grains per day. Wheat Germ Crispy Cookies Packed with whole grain these low-fat, low-calorie cookies are good for packed lunches, after school snacks, and desserts. 11/4 cups whole wheat flour 1 cup wheat germs 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup packed brown sugar legg 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 tablespoon granulated sugar In bowl combine flour, wheat germ, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Mix well. In another large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar thoroughly; beat in egg and vanilla. Add mixed dry ingredients to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough in half. On lightly floured counter, roll each half 1/8 inch thick. Cut with 2 1/2-inch round cutter. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle with granulated sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes or until