A very easy way to make pulled pork in the slow cooker. This is a tangy BBQ type sauce.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Skip the drive-through and serve these instead. Split one open, pop in an egg cooked your way and even some shredded cheese. Make a batch on the weekend and keep handy for hungry teenage boys (and their parents)!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

rich macaroni and cheese explodes with flavor for two-thirds of the dish's usual fat content.

Submitted by BSING46

A simple, hearty meat-free meal. Pair with a green salad, and dinner is ready.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

What a great dish for one of those nights when your kids have a late soccer game! Brown the meat, layer in the ingredients, set your slow cooker on low, and go! From "The SparkPeople Cookbook: Love Your Food, Lose the Weight."

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This easy dish requires little cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

Submitted by CHELLESHOCKED

Rich and creamy, this risotto is full of whole grains and vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Butternut squash helps slim down this macaroni and cheese. You can't taste it, and it boosts the nutritional value of the dish!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Try this inexpensive and fresh version of a chicken casserole--no need for processed soups or sauces!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Great for pot lucks.

Submitted by KARASTART

This is great as a main dish or side!

Submitted by LUVMYLABS

Chef Meg lowered the fat and calories in this member-submitted recipe, which contains two servings of cooked vegetables per portion!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This quick and easy meal is a hit with kids. If they can't tolerate spicy foods, reduce or omit the sriracha.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Ditch the condensed "cream of whatever" soups and make this instead. You only need 10 minutes of hands-on cooking time for a filling yet light bowl of comforting soup.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Turn any night into a special occasion with this 20-minute meal inspired by a Parisian bistro.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This meatloaf has the best of both worlds: a great crust and a moist interior! The trick is lining your slow cooker and creating a water bath. Trust me, it's worth the effort!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

So good, you'll think someone brought home takeout!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Biting into a perfectly crispy fried shrimp is so satisfying. The 10 grams of fat per serving? Not so satisfying. This dish has all the crunch, with much less fat.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Fast and Easy-These meatballs are made from 99% fat free ground turkey breast. They can be added to a pasta dish, made into a sandwich, or eaten alone.

6 meatballs=1 serving

Submitted by IAMYIKES

This make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy mornings or Sunday brunches. And it has half the calories and 1/3 the fat of the original.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A slimmed-down version of sesame chicken from PF Chang's and other Chinese restaurants.

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

Use leftover roast beef to make this quick, hearty, healthy soup.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

In 15 minutes, this easy recipe will take the chill off a cold evening.

This is a great way to use leftover brown rice; it makes a satisfying and delicious meal.

Submitted by CRAFTYWANDA

Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This stuffed bell pepper recipe is really delicious! You can use red bell peppers if you like that flavor better. It incorporates your protein, starch, and veggies in one neat package! Brown rice is used for an added nutritional punch.

Submitted by KS76017

Technically this is a crustless quiche, but the addition of flour makes for a delicious crusty bottom and sides.

Submitted by JENNLOVE