STUFFED CELERY WITH APPLES AND CHEESE

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STUFFED CELERY WITH APPLES AND CHEESE

Yield: 48 appetizers

Source: " The Complete Diabetes Prevention Plan "

Info:

http://diabeticgourmet.com/book_archive/details/60.shtml

INGREDIENTS

- 8-ounce block light (Neufchatel) cream cheese

- 1 large Granny apple, peeled

and very finely chopped (about 1 cup)

- 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

- 1/4 cup finely chopped dates

- 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

- 48 pieces celery (2 inches each)

DIRECTIONS

To make the filling, place the cream cheese, apples,

cheese, dates, and walnuts in a medium bowl and beat

to mix well. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

Pipe or spoon about 2 teaspoons of the filling into

each piece of celery. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (per 3 appetizers):

Calories: 74, Carbohydrates: 5 g, Cholesterol: 12 mg,

Fat: 4.7 g, Saturated Fat: 2.4 g, Fiber: 1 g,

Protein: 3.4 g, Sodium: 109 mg, Calcium: 56 mg

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/3 Fruit, 1 Fat

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