Using low-fat milk instead of cream lowers the saturated fat content in this hearty summer soup.

Fluffy dish will tickle your taste buds.

Peppery parsley balanced by sweet, tangy mint.

After the pasta and onion are sautéed, the oil is drained to minimize the fat content of this interesting pilaf.

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

This lively low-saturated fat pasta dish contains lots of tomatoes and herbs and very little oil.

These burgers are spiced to perfection. To make them even spicier, you could melt jalapeno soy cheese on each patty and serve topped with salsa.

Yum! You've probably never had soup like this before, but we bet you'll be coming back for more.

Try this as a side dish tonight!

This vegetarian main dish is cholesterol-free, virtually fat-free, and chock full of vegetables.

These moist pancakes are lightly spiced for the palate of my young child. If you like a bit more pizazz, you can increase the spices or add others. Cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice both work nicely here.

Submitted by ANNE_SP

This is a low fat version of the classic with a lot less fat and tons more zesty flavor!

Submitted by CINDYSIOUX

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Submitted by ARC10SGRRL

Really yummy, healthy and rather cheap to make. My husband and daughter love this recipe. It is a spin off of the traditional chicken and rice. I listed portions for serving of 8(food for 2 days), but you can cut down if needed.

Submitted by YCATSTOUCH

whenever money was tight and it was close to payday, but she had no money, my mother would make this old standard. It would last for a few meals, it was warm and comforting, you could feel the love in every bite.

Submitted by THECAT39

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Submitted by JULIAKELLY

Great served with our Chili Lime Tortilla Chips.

A spicy Cajun twist to the familiar Caesar salad.

This slimmed down version of your favorite dip is easy to make--and it's light enough for you to load up on it!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Cooked spinach gets some crunch to it.

This substantial salad offers a healthy balance of vegetables and protein. It provides a wide range of textures, colors, and seasonings.

This easy-to-make shortcake biscuit, which uses baking powder, will bring back memories of traditional versions.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

Serve with a side of brown rice and you've got a tasty meal.

Cooked lentils are high in calcium, potassium, zinc, and iron.

Orange and grapefruit add flavor and vitamin-C to this fiber rich bean salad.

A low-fat and easy to prepare version of this favorite chicken entree.

Ready in just 20 minutes.

This is my alternative to fried rice which uses no oil!

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

I am known for my pancakes, so trust me on this one!

Submitted by AMROZ123

This recipe is really easy; it's really more of a process than a recipe. Rice paper wrappers, which are available in the ethnic sections of most larger supermarkets these days, are a great way to wrap your veggies and protein for a quick snack or light lunch.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Served cold or hot, these tangy yet sweet noodles are rich and tasty.

From "You Can Trust a Skinny Cook," By Allison Fishman

Submitted by GUEST_CHEF

This vegetarian chili uses some secret tricks to boost the flavor without adding calories!

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