This makes about 16 quarts. I figured the nutrition per quart.

Submitted by LRUSSELLFAMILY

This is a spicy little dip to use with Tortilla Chips

Submitted by TSWEARINGEN

This is an amazing salsa best made with fresh ingredients.

Submitted by BILLIEBUNNY19

This sauce recipe was based on a Jo Mama's World Famous Spaghetti sauce recipe that I modified for taste. When I make this sauce, it quickly disappears in my house. Everyone seems to loves this sauce.

Submitted by GFERBER

This is a quick and easy, low fat, low sodium pizza sauce.

Submitted by WILLDO01

To use in place of canned cream soups in casseroles or as a base for
your own soups. It is much lower in fat and salt than the canned versions. The trick is to have it made up ready to use.
*Note* For my bouillon cubes, 1/2 cube = 1 tsp. bouillon granules. 12 tsp. =1/4 cup

Submitted by SKEYDOO

This is quick and easy to make at home. Sorry the measurements are a bit inexact but I eyeball it with different amounts each time based on how fresh and potent my produce is.

Submitted by JODIBIRD1

Don't let the name scare you! This is an excellent spicy appetizer or snack! Great for parties, family gatherings or church potlucks.

Submitted by CAFEBEATTY

My very favorite meal!! My Grandmother Made this and My Mom made it too. now I make it. so very good and so very easy. I have so many people tell me this is the best sauce they ever had! Hope you enjoy it too.

Submitted by TRACY1976001

Freezes well

Use canned tomatoes (stewed, diced, whole, whatever is cheap) to add chunkiness to sauce.
No-salt-added tomato sauce and tomatoes reduces the sodium content.

Drain the sauted onions and peppers and browned meat to reduce the fat content (I record meat as lower fat than actual to account for removed fat)

Submitted by JBINAUSTIN

Making homemade peanut butter is easy, as long as you have a good blender or food processor.

Green beans and onions are lightly sautéed in only 1 tablespoon of oil.

Sweet potatoes and bananas combine to make a flavorful low fat custard.

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

The garlic in this recipe gives the zucchini divine flavor.

Serve this delicious dip with low carb vegetables like green pepper strips, celery sticks, and cucumber slices.

A simple cucumber salad for the Dog Days of Summer.

Since I love spinach and I love alfredo, I decided to see if I could create a "company worthy" dish. Let's put it this way, Mom, who's usually kind of picky, scraped her plate until she had every bit of it!

Submitted by RREED01562

Low-cal, low-fat and great with Italian pasta dishes and garlic chicken pizza

Submitted by DORIGIRL

Serve over pasta, chicken, veggies...

Submitted by CIAMOM

Great served with our Chili Lime Tortilla Chips.

A healthy alternative to an American favorite.

a new twist on salsa, great for using cukes from the garden in the summer!

Submitted by SLINKY78

This is a great tasting spinach and artichoke side dish. Make it even more healthy with fat free mayo and sour cream and a butter substitute.

Submitted by TAHLON

Use with a bag of pre-shredded broccoli & cauliflower; makes this recipe super quick.

Submitted by PBERGER3

There's no need to buy pumpkin pie spice. You can easily make your own at home. And it makes a great hostess gift for any fall event! Feel free to double or triple this recipe!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

After you've roasted a chicken or turkey don't throw away the bones. They can be used to make homemade, low-sodium stocks, which can add flavor to your healthy, home-cooked meals.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A low fat/low sugar alternative to canned cream corn.

Submitted by JOEKNEE

Easy, delicious, nutritious, and low fat/cal. Best of all worlds. Everyone who tries it loves it!

Submitted by MINAMUM

Submitted by DECAROLIFIC

Spruce up any salad with this creamy dressing! It's spicy but not at all hot! Drizzle over salads, grilled chicken or fish. Use in place of sour cream on tacos or use as base for a pasta salad.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This is seriously the world's best spinach and artichoke dip! It's creamy and fairly low fat. I use low fat cream cheese, but you could use fat free. This slimmed down version of your favorite dip is easy to make--and it's light enough for you to load up on it! This can also become a decadent pasta sauce. (As a sauce, it makes 10 servings. You might need to thin it a bit with cooking water from the pasta.)

This is a slimmed down version of one of my favorite party foods--cheese fondue. Mashed cannellini beans slim down the recipe but keep a thick and luscious texture!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

A tasty variation on the traditional popper. My hubby likes these for superbowl sunday. You can also vary the recipe by adding 2 -4 T fat free sharp cheddar shreds to the cream cheese mixture. Also you can use panko crumbs for a crispier coating. Make these at least once before serving to company, as it takes a knack to get them to come out nice looking.

Submitted by KEEYAHWE

High protein, low fat, very high taste!

Submitted by TERRORLYNN

Looking for an excellent alternative to high fat pizza? Try this recipe...chock full of veggies and cheese, it's sure to please! Leave out the ham or add other fresh veggies of your choice.

Submitted by KSWASSON44

This is a great slow cooker side dish for backyard barbecues!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Baked potatoes stuffed with seasoned cottage cheese are a lavish low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-sodium treat.

We cut the grease and used reduced-fat string cheese to re-create a pub favorite.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

Fresh and juicy during spring and summer months, strawberries are delicious when combined with tender spinach and crunchy toasted almonds.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Chef Meg lightened up a picnic and potluck favorite! Her secret ingredient (shh, don't tell!) is pickle juice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a great recipe for summer, when you have a surplus of zucchini in the garden. Double or triple the batch and freeze them for quick and healthy breakfasts.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This traditional Mexican sauce is spicy and goes well with Chef Meg's Cocoa-Crusted Pork Tenderloin.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This quick and healthy snack takes minutes to prepare! And as a bonus, it's an easy way to get the kids to eat their vegetables.

Submitted by MATCM81

Try our zesty take on this dinner table tradition.

The dressing makes the fruit an extra-sweet treat.

Great tasting and Healthy alternative to fries.

Submitted by LIZZS2NDCHANCE

These sophisticated popped are stuffed with creamy Gouda cheese, a bit of bacon, and tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Top this soup with toasted tortilla strips and serve with lime wedges and avocado slices.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Not your normal cole slaw. This is a healthy version loaded with surprises, packed with antioxidents and flavor.

Submitted by TRAVELNISTA

Submitted by JAVANUT1

I love the versatility of this salad,and the ease in making it a delicious side dish,or meal.My children are grown but they still ask for this dish at family gatherings.It's great for picnics because it is not mayonaise based.I hope you and your family enjoy it as much as us.

Submitted by SHERRY822

A Colorful, Healthy Summer Vegetable Salad

Submitted by COREYLOVE

A Cool summer salad

Submitted by MRSCAROLB2

Submitted by FITNESSGAL21

low carb version of potato salad

Submitted by IKNEADU2

Refreshing side dish - perfect for your summer barbecue.

Submitted by THEOTHERHALF

with a tangy pimiento-parmesean dressing

Submitted by ONIONSLAYER

sweet meets pungent in a cherry-blue cheese salad.

Submitted by STRAWBERRYLADY

Great for Imbolic, with the pears being a winter fruit and the spring baby spinach you have a great balance of both seasons.

Submitted by CMCRISWELL

A nice summer salad that is a great dish to bring to an outdoor party... or to eat any time of the year. This recipe was modified from a full fat version and it tastes quite nice without that extra fat! The original recipe also called for baby spinach but not everyone likes spinach (like my dad). The original recipe was given to me by a family friend.

Submitted by ARINDANA

Quick and nutritious, high in iron, protein and other nutrients

Submitted by RDEPASS

Submitted by PHRAUGIE

Healthy and refreshing just in time for the summer! This recipe is clean and features no refined ingredients.

Submitted by BANANAFISH711

A light summery fruit soup.

Submitted by JULZ654

We wanted a healthier substitute for Maple syrup

Submitted by HANKSHAMMER

On the grill your favorite fresh fruit picks up new and unique flavor!

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

A healthy, mayo-free, but still delicious version of deviled eggs!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

This "Spinach & Avocado Cannellini Bean Hummus" is what would happen if hummus and guacamole mated!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

A low-fat, heart healthy version of this traditional comfort food.

A tasty addition to your favorite spaghetti sauce or a great warm appetizer for a party.

Submitted by KEVINKELLY

Think you dislike beets? Not after trying this recipe! Roasting brings out the beets' natural sweetness, and the feta offers a nice, salty contrast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by THOMWIGLE

Submitted by KBRADLEYSLP

Submitted by ZINASP

Penne Pasta Salad

Submitted by HEIDI14DAN

This is easy to make and is very nutrious for you! Quinoa was revered by the Incas and feed it to the Warriors.

The versatility of this salsa is limitless! Put it on grilled chicken or steak, add it to eggs, or serve with tortilla chips.

Submitted by METALFINGER2U

This is a recipe i put together last night with the veggies I had in the fridge and my husband and daughter LOVED it. Very yummy over ride pilaf or couscous. You can add chicken or fish to make this a non-veggie meal

Submitted by VEGGIEDOC4LIFE

This pasta packs a nutritional punch, and the brightly colored vegetables are quite a sight!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Makes 4+ servings

Submitted by KERIG1973

Use as a dip for veggies or a spread on pita and sandwiches.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Most pasta salads are heavy on the pasta and light on everything else. This version, which can be served warm or cold, includes a hefty portion of vegetables--both spinach and tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

A yummy low fat, high protein side dish

Submitted by SCDAILEY

In summertime, I like to use this stone fruit salsa over fish or chicken, or as a topping for Greek yogurt.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Sweet summer corn gets a tangy twist.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Hummus goes South of the Border!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This tomato soup is so rich and thick you'll swear it's laden with cream and butter. The trick is really good tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A healthy and filling middle eastern dip! Eat it as an appetizer or snack with some pita. Why buy your hummus ready made from the store, when you can make it yourself?

Submitted by GRANT_ME_WINGS

Eggplant with an added kick makes this a great side to dip in.

Simple way to cook eggplant.

Submitted by SAHMWICH

Baked Eggplant, Tomatoes and Feta

Submitted by ESKIMOKISSES1

This is a great basic to always have on hand! Instead of spending money on expensive, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, make your own.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe uses Blue Cheese Powder from the Spice House in Chicago. This powder only has 33 calories per tablespoon, making an ideal condiment in a yogurt salad dressing.

Submitted by TXTITA

yummy

Submitted by HOWDOIHEARTTHEE

Make Ahead

Submitted by OKANOG

Great for parties. Kids and adults love them.
Always the first thing gone when the eating starts.

Just make sure you don't use the plastic toothpicks... it doesn't taste too well.

Submitted by CBALLEN2

Submitted by WINDSTAR3

This is great served over brown rice or even as a side at a BBQ

Submitted by TOLIVEINCOLOR

This is a super delicious easy to make chili that is way lower in calories than normal.

Submitted by SASSYDI16A

A yummy dip with a slight spice - great for snacks or parties! A guaranteed hit for your Superbowl party!

Submitted by KARICHELLE

This recipe is awesome! I've been asked soooo many times for this recipe by everyone that eats it. It's addicting! Enjoy!

Submitted by LENERCOOKIN

Makes 20 tablespoons.

Submitted by MEAGANLORD

If you don't like spicy and just want a creamy mexi-corn, leave out the jalapeno or remove the seeds and ribs to eliminate some of the heat

Submitted by KRISTEN282

If you think Brussels Sprouts are the bane of your existence... think again. These are awesome beyond belief, and healthy too!

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Submitted by CATHERINEKERTH

Once in a while, you need bacon in your life, so why not in a spinach salad?

Submitted by ANNIEONLI

Submitted by JENNIFERGO

Spinach and mozzarella cheese are baked together to make irresistable savory appetizer treats!

Submitted by ERUPERTO

the perfect dish for potlucks when you want to have something healthy on the table.

Submitted by CHIQUITA72979

Great healthy option for a potluck. Without the olives it's completely fat free! You can add jalepenos for an extra kick. Add avacado or turkey chili to make it more filling for a meal (will add fat).

Submitted by NICOLEGT125

Lemony coriander and smoky cumin pair perfectly with sharp Cheddar in this grown-up spin on scalloped potatoes.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Black Bean Salsa

Submitted by JANAE55

This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ingrid-hoffmann/broccoli-and-celery-slaw-recipe/index.html

Submitted by GUNMETALGREY

Ditch those packets from the supermarket, and whip up a batch of this simple, tasty taco seasoning!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Making homemade stock is so easy! It's a third the price of buying it in stores.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest. Take advantage of the local farmers market and buy whatever root vegetables they have. I like a bite to the vegetables, so I drizzle a small amount of balsamic vinegar over the vegetables while they are still hot.
This side dish is quite affordable: about 60 cents a serving for the vegetables!

Toss the canned cranberry jelly and use this homemade version instead. It's ready in no time, and it's full of healthy fruit!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Try using whole wheat bread for a boost in fiber. You will need to increase the stock to 1 1/4 cups.

Vegetarians deserve silky, rich gravy on Thanksgiving, too. Try serving this decadent version!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

A quick and tasty side dish and complements any meal.

Submitted by TOWNRL

Easiest recipe EVER and super quick to make, too. I crave this dish all the time.

Submitted by KATATWELL

Very easy to prepare. Can be served warm or cold.

Submitted by SCHAUJODY