Low-Calorie Strawberry Charlotte

1. 1

   Prepare vanilla pudding according to the package directions, using the skim milk, and set aside to cool.

2. 2

   Set aside 8 small strawberries for garnish and chill until serving time. Hull and slice the remaining strawberries.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, combine them with the sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Set aside.

4. 4

   Arrange the lady fingers split in half, in the bottom and sides of a 2-1/2 quart glass serving bowl. Pour the sliced strawberries over the lady fingers.

5. 5

   Stir the remaining 2 teaspoons vanilla extract into the pudding and pour this mixture over the strawberries.

6. 6

   Spread the whipped topping over the pudding. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours (or overnight).

7. 7

   Just before serving, cut in 8 slices and garnish with the 8 reserved whole strawberries and the toasted sliced almonds on top. Mmmm -- it is sooo -- good.!

8. 8

   Calories: 162, Calories from Fat: 36, Carbohydrates: 2 g, Cholesterol: 217 mg.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.