Taste of Home 2008 cookbook

Submitted by THEADMIRAL

Boasting a layer of chewy fudge brownies topped by smooth ganache icing, these rich, decadent brownies will satisfy the tastebuds for less than 200 calories each. The original recipe boasted more than 350 calories per bar. These taste just as good, for nearly half the fat and calories. Serve with a scoop of reduced fat vanilla ice cream for an even more delicious treat!

Submitted by KKS5369

Easy slaw with no fatty mayonnaise.

These muffins are sweet and chocolatey; you'd never guess they're low fat

Submitted by SBMMYERS

This vegan cake is kind to animals and kind of safe for you too!

Submitted by DANYELLL

Cookbook creator says: try ritz crackers?

Submitted by KRDESTEFANO18

Take this easy fruit salad to your next pot-luck for a big hit! Or, make up a batch and keep it on hand for a healthy snack or "sweet fix".

Submitted by MATCM81

A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

Submitted by KHILKEY

Delicious dip I found a recipe for that I tweaked a bit to make it lower in fat and calories. My family gobbled this up at a recent holiday party!

Submitted by BETHPROVERBS31

These aren't particularly healthy, but they are delicious!

Submitted by CATCHASTAR

A little more flavor to the standard peanut butter cookie. The first time I made this I had half of my office asking for the recipe.

Submitted by TRYIN2SURVIVE

A Tasty, lower sodium version of pork and potatoes. fix it and forget it!

Submitted by CLAUDIA1333

A tart, tangy dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth, but also your hunger, with oats and whole wheat flour!

Submitted by NOGIRLSOSWEET

A yummy side dish to serve with pork or chicken.

Submitted by ANNIEBNANNIE

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

Submitted by RDEPASS

Kraft Magazine Recipe Spring 2009

Submitted by SLMULAN

Taste of Home 2008 cookbook, adapted.

Submitted by THEADMIRAL

Taste of Home 2008 cookbook. Goes with Family-Pleasing Sloppy Joes.

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Taste of Home 2008 cookbook. Angel food cake substituted for pound cake.

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Submitted by HEATLTHYMAMA

This incredible recipe comes from DANDELIONWINE_O

After tasting a piece of this Pumpkin Bread, you will no longer need to go to Starbucks for their Pumpkin Loaf again. Yours will be unbelievably better!

Perfect Fall Breakfast

Submitted by GNEISS_GIRL

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

This is very tasty and filling. It is high in fiber and low in fat. It's a meal on its own.

Submitted by DSMBURTON

Taste of Home 2008 cookbook. Pair with paprika cheese biscuits

Submitted by THEADMIRAL

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

This is an adult mashed potatoes. I fed it to the kids along with fresh green beans and some pork chops. My husband and I enjoyed it, but the kids weren't thrilled. Oh, well. I would have put another cheese, cream cheese, in it, but I didn't have any. It was still yummy.

Submitted by RUMBAMEL

As delicious as it is nutritious, this quick and easy hearty low-fat vegetable soup hits the spot in cold fall and winter months!

Sweet , hot , drink that make a cold night warm!

Submitted by RAVANNA999

satisfying oatmeal drink, perfect for the holidays or anytime!

Submitted by CHICANA_PEACH

Submitted by LARAINE

1/2 cup non fat yogurt
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1 medium banana
1cup ice

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Submitted by SMILINIRISHEYES

This milk shake tastes like a Reese's peanut butter cup. My children love it!

Submitted by HEART4HRT

If you love strawberries and bananas, this is the smoothie for you. Light and low fat, with MEGA flavor!

Submitted by DARQFLAME

Cool and refreshing - only 26 calories - no fat slushy/smoothie. This is loaded full of fruit & veggie, using cucumber, pineapple, and lemon. A cool twist of the normal yogurt drink. If you like cucumber, you will love this drink. You may add some sweetener if it is not sweet enough - although it tastes great without it.

Submitted by LLCURTS

Submitted by SALDRU

A great way to get some of your RDA of fiber and chocolate!

Submitted by PATEWAGIN

I was trying to make chili with what I had in the fridge and this is what I came up with and it actually turned out really well (my boyfriend loved it!).

It's also low in sodium and has high protein and fiber.

Submitted by S_LO_15

Sweet and creamy, both sweet potatos and beans are good sources of dietary fiber!

Great tasting and Healthy alternative to fries.

Submitted by LIZZS2NDCHANCE

about 2.5 zucchini

Submitted by RMCREM

Taste like fries but they are much more healthier!

Who can resist thick, creamy decadent cheesecake? Try this low-fat version in the single serving size.

A great quick snack to grab on the go. Pretzels, nuts & Craisins. Such a great healthy snack. Mix up a batch to have on hand for many quick snacks to come.

Submitted by MOMMYBUTTERFLY

I like this as a healthy alternative to other football snacks.

Submitted by BESSARTBUIZ

So easy. 2 ingredients. I practically live off of this stuff when my husband is out of town. lol...

Submitted by KASIBUG

Submitted by DOLPHINWOMAN

The points in the dip are practically negligible, like .02...

Submitted by GOLDILOCKS1266

These are good when you need that chocolate fix. Much less calories and fat than the majority of brownies out there!

Submitted by CHUBBYMOM7

A perfect holiday cheese ball made with blue cheese, onion and spices. Adjust the amount of heat to suit your guests.

Submitted by WAZAROO

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Submitted by DOKUBO

recipe from Discover Ohio Cheese pamphlet

from Cheese from Ohio pamphlet

Submitted by THEADMIRAL

An easy and elegant appetizer.

Submitted by SOPHIEBLUE

Makes an interesting dessert.

These healthful muffins freeze well! Low-fat buttermilk and applesauce help lower the fat in these, and the whole-wheat flour and flax seed add fiber.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

cook light recipe

Submitted by SPECKER_RECK

This is a whole wheat healthy and delicious bread bowl that you serve soup in and get to eat the whole thing! Fun and delicious! Tons of fiber and low in sodium. Try it with Chili!

Submitted by 7777BEV

Black Bean Salsa

Submitted by JANAE55

For a snack or dessert, they're good!

Submitted by FIREFLY75

This is a delicious, light, refreshing dessert. It's low cal and sugar and can be made with the lite pie filling in any flavor. Note that this needs to be made the night before to soften the graham crackers.

Submitted by HOCKIMAMA

Great as a side dish or dessert!

Submitted by ELAINEHN

Submitted by THEADMIRAL

Swiss chard is a heart-healthy leafy green that everyone should include in their diet. This recipe is an excellent source of calcium, so you'll build bone with every bite.

Submitted by KINKYBOOTSNO1

A nice side dish to lunch or supper

Submitted by CAROLHAMEL

Low fat/calorie, high protein alternative to a beef or chicken burger.

Submitted by KGELDOF

High protein, low fat, very high taste!

These are great for a night where you just have to have nachos, but with a lot less fuss and fat.

Submitted by PHOTOGIRLME

Healthier twist on rice krispie treats

Submitted by KRICKETGIRL

The complex carbs and healthy fats in this dish will fill you up, and give you plenty of energy.

These add a hearty side to any meal.

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

Submitted by TRAVELNISTA

Submitted by JAVANUT1

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

sweet meets pungent in a cherry-blue cheese salad.

Submitted by STRAWBERRYLADY

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

Thick and creamy enough to eat with a spoon.

Submitted by BIRDBRAIN222

Tastes like the popsicle, can be eaten like mousse or served with bits of angelfood cake as a layered dessert

Submitted by THE1DERGIRL

Your grill just got more exciting. Try this vitamin-packed dish!

Low cal and very healthy and YUMMY!

Submitted by DAYSGIRL09

Submitted by DRMOMTOBE

This low-calorie desert is perfect for summer picnics or to top off any meal. Adding vanilla gives this dessert a rich flavor without adding any guilt. Full of fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.

Submitted by SHADOWPRINCESS

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

The onion is puréed so that its flavor carries throughout the biscuits. You can make and freeze the biscuits up to a week ahead. When ready to serve, thaw, wrap in foil, and heat in a 325º oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

from Real Food has Curves, page 147

Submitted by THEADMIRAL

No hold-bar, the tastiest flank marinade. Period.

Submitted by AGRANDEMANGE

Real Food Has Curves recipe

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Submitted by MISSPENN

Pizza is one of my favorite foods, and the sweet sauce at Papa John's is my all-time favorite. My viewpoint is, if you're going to make it at home, don't make it "just as good," make it better! So I'm remaking a medium Papa John's pie with pineapple, onion and bacon(BACON!!!). Fresh homemade sauce and premium ingredients make this recipe more than worth the calories, and still trimmer than the fast food original!

Submitted by KRAMTHEGRAM

If you can find ready-made pizza dough, this comes together really fast. I'm fortunate to live near a Trader Joe's where I can buy freshly made pizza dough that doesn't come in a can.
I also make my own Italian seasoning, using equal parts oregano, marjoram, basil, thyme, rosemary and whatever else you like.

It's delicious!

Submitted by FOODIEWIFE

I bought a Papa Murphy Mediterrean Pizza and decided to make it myself with less fat and calories! We LOVE pizza and become very fond of the Alfredo kind, it is the BEST! It makes eating spinach a wonderful treat!

Submitted by KHDOESMK

Granola is incredibly affordable when you make it yourself. This recipe combines some of my favorite ingredients: maple syrup, almond butter and seeds!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

Submitted by ERUPERTO

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Quick and Easy to make Breakfast bars , full of fiber and quick to grab on your way out the door - great for the kids lunchboxes, or an afternoon snack.

Submitted by MAMAMIAOF3BOYS

Like Rice Krispie Treats, only using Fiber One cereal.

Submitted by HEARTSBLOOD

These healthy breakfast bars provide a respectable level of protein and fiber without a ton of calories. Best of all, they can be eaten on the run. Reconfigure the "additions" to suit your fancy.... or replace the Splenda with another sweetener if you're trying to stay "au natural." This is a base recipe that can be tweaked to your taste!

Submitted by TUESDAYS

They are crunchy and chewy at the same time, easy and super healthy.

Submitted by STERNENFEE

Low Sodium, satisfying autumn or winter dish.
Good Carbs. Low sugar. Uses Splenda & small amount of maple syrup instead of brown sugar.
Serve with a main course oven meal.

Submitted by 60SIXTY

This apple crisp is sweet and simple to prepare, but uses very little added sugar.

Submitted by JLCROMP

A delicious, nutritious cake--wonderful in the fall with fresh apples from the orchard.

Submitted by WIFEANDMOM

Bring the smell of fall into your home with this easy to prepare dish!

Submitted by CLYONS2

A warm, sweet baked apple is the perfect ending to any meal.

This recipe doesn't use flour OR oil (oats and applesauce instead)

Submitted by EBUROS

This is my favorite salad. It's great as a main meal or served with BBQ chicken.

Submitted by NOBADDAYS

This vegetarian chili can be made on the stove top or in a slow cooker.

Submitted by AEGARRISON

This colorful low-sodium cholesterol-free vegetable baked dish is prepared without any added fat.

A double-hitter: Each portion has almost two servings of vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Creamy, sweet chocolate pudding. Homemade with ingredients that are kept in most kitchens. No need for the powdery junk in boxes that you usually make.

Submitted by MOMMYBUTTERFLY

Easy dinner to throw in the crock pot at the start of the day and forget about until you get home.

Submitted by KCOQUINN

Great alternative to stuffed peppers.

Submitted by STRIVE4BALANCE

Lean and versatile, this recipe is the little black dress of your healthy recipe arsenal. Cook this roast on a Sunday and enjoy it throughout the week. We used no salt, just pepper for a truly flavorful roast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

I love a good sandwich, one that's so big you have to smash to fit into your mouth. This one is big on flavor, light on fat!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Super sweet pancakes. It is best to use a very ripe banana. Enjoy.

Submitted by KAT5577

Quick and easy HEALTHY and CLEAN pancakes that taste totally indulgent!!! Top with your favorite fruit, spreads, nuts or nut butters for extra carbs and fat!!!

Perfect for before or after a run..convenient enough even to take on a long run or ride!!! Still taste great eaten cold!!!

Submitted by MISSJCISRUNNING

This recipe is for 3 loaves of bread, 2 for the week and one to freeze. It is meant to be made with a stand mixer, but you don't need one. This has more good fat and fiber than most recipes.

This recipe is best for sandwiches, toast, french toast, dinner rolls, and sub rolls (adjust sizes).

This bread is dense, filling and good for you! You can add some wheat gluten to make it rise a little more and make it a little less dense.

Submitted by WOMAN15R

Nobody believes this is made from 100% whole wheat bread. The secret is the three risings.

Submitted by LEEROCKS

Submitted by ROSEOFSHARON73

Light & luscious, just right for your appetite.

"Vanilla extract" usually isn't made with real vanilla. The good news is that it's really easy--and affordable--to make your own.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by JGAUSTIN

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

This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! Cooking fish or chicken in parchment-paper packets is a technique known as en papillote.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A refreshing alternative to tuna salad. Pair with tomatoes and cucumber for a light lunch.

Submitted by JLPNURSE

This is a great recipe when the garden is overflowing.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

A fresh and sweet cream cheese for the morning's bagels, English muffin or toast.

Submitted by NACM07

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

Panzanella is an Italian salad that can be found on trendy bistro menus in the hot summer months. This salad was invented when times were tough, as a way to use up stale bread.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Submitted by THEADMIRAL

Slow cookers aren't just for meat! This is a tasty, affordable one-pot vegetarian meal that's filling and perfect for your slow cooker. You can also add shrimp during the last 20 minutes of cooking. If the dish is a little too spicy for the kids, add 1 Tablespoon of plain yogurt to their serving. Serve with a glass of milk and a cucumber salad.

With "The SparkPeople Cookbook," desserts and treats are part of the plan. Chef Meg slims down favorite sweets, ditching most of the fat and calories--but keeping the flavor. This is a "must-try" recipe!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Taught to my mom by her mother-in-law, who was Armenian

Submitted by WAZAROO

Submitted by DAILYYOGI

This creme brulee recipe is full of flavor not fat--perfect for a dessert on a chilly evening.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Try a two for one: The next time you are turning on the oven to 375 degrees, roast the squash, cool it slightly, peel and package to freeze. You'll have butternut squash on hand whenever you need it, and you can have dinner on the table in no time!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

What a sweet warm treat for a cold afternoon! This dish is like having a piece of apple pie but without the large amount of fat and carbs from the dough. The oats inside will trick your mind into thinking that you did just eat pie!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is the best kind of healthy recipe makeover: the kind no one will notice. Believe me when I say this dish is one of the best meals I've ever eaten.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

The secret to this hearty vegetarian chili is butternut squash. It holds its shape and adds a layer of flavor and sweetness.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

My family loves potato soup but I prefer loaded baked potatoes. With this recipe, everyone wins!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Vinaigrettes are perfect as salad dressing, a dipping sauce for steamed vegetables, and a marinade for lean cuts of meats.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Delicious and quick, this recipe is a great way to get more fish into your healthy meal plan!

Submitted by RACHIELOO

This is Chef Meg's take on a turkey reuben!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Use this on falafel or a salad. Add fresh or dried herbs and it becomes goddess dressing. The toasted sesame oil imparts a stronger sesame flavor to the dressing.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin.

Submitted by KIMBERK24

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

We tend to think of herbs as garnishes, but parsley takes a starring role in this fresh pesto.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Recipe from The Eat Clean Diet Cookbook. This is a large serving, and is super filling because of the rice. Makes a great sandwich the next day.

Submitted by ERICACLAY10

From La Dolce Vegan - Sarah Kramer

Submitted by PHLOXY

Submitted by KAIREGAN

Submitted by AMAGDEFRAU

Family favorite with healthier ingredients

Submitted by LEANLIVIN

Just as the title says, it's fool proof, and yummy!

Submitted by LILDINI

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Quick, easy, inexpensive and surprisingly cheesy recipe. Can be used with any white fish, I just happened to have Tilapia handy.

Submitted by LEXIBELLE715

Delicious, creamy soup that tastes like it should be more calories!

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Submitted by JONESEE

Creamy healthy dressing for salad to use in place of other higher fat cream dressings

Submitted by BRADYSMAMA

Stuffed french toast was one of my fave dining-out breakfast choices when I was younger, so I made my own healthier version! Hope it works out for you!

Submitted by XSUNSHINEEE

We've updated the classic spinach dip by adding tangy feta and
omitting the artichokes and much of the fat.

My kids even like this fish dish!

Submitted by PURPLELIZ421

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

Growing up in the South, sausage gravy was a staple on our breakfast table, so I wanted to create a healthier version--with a secret ingredient.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A lovely egg dish that highlights all the flavors of late spring. This dish can be made ahead of time and served room temperature. Perfect for brunch or even a light lunch!

Submitted by RICKIEBETH

This Southern staple gets a dose of fiber--with half of the fat of the original. Make a double batch over the weekend and freeze for the busy weekday mornings.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Cheesy, rich, delicious--just what you expect in macaroni and cheese. What you won't expect? 2/3 the fat and half the calories of the original!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! This salad is even better the longer it sits in the fridge, so we love to make a big batch of it and eat it throughout the week.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These spicy and moist pork chops are made with no added fat, egg whites, evaporated skim milk, and a lively herb mixture.

Submitted by SHELLPRO

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Use this spice blend on any grilled meat or fish: try pork, steak, shrimp, or even salmon! You will want to make a big batch of the spice rub to always have some on hand.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Watermelon is a favorite summer dessert, but it makes a lovely salad, too. Here, creamy citrus dressing pairs with the sweet melon and crunchy celery.

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

My Gramma Willie taught me how to make this sauce years ago. It's the only way I make Alfredo now (though I use unsweetened soy milk instead of skim milk). Serve with grilled chicken, broccoli and pasta.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Eat this soup cold or warm on hot summer days!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This sauce hails from Argentina, a country that's known for tasty grilled meats. Pair this with grilled beef, pork, chicken and even fish. It's also a great dipping sauce for grilled vegetables and whole-wheat bread.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

This simple summer recipe is good hot or cold. The creamy avocado pairs so well with fresh summer tomatoes.

Submitted by MBH1118

Penne Pasta Salad

Submitted by HEIDI14DAN

A tasty way to get your veggies during BBQ season

Submitted by EMMAPALE

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

Chewy, homemade flatbread makes any meal seem special. Use in place of pitas, bread, or crackers!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a figure friendly way to indulge in potato salad and the flavor is absolutely divine. This salad can be served warm or cold and is great for a picnic (no mayo). I love creamy potato salads, but this one has such bold flavor, I don't miss the mayo (and neither does my waistline).

Submitted by LANICHRISTENSEN

Delicious potato salad without mayo

Submitted by BIRDSOUP

Low-fat cottage cheese is the secret to the dressing in this delicious low fat and saturated fat, low cholesterol, low sodium mixture of vegetables and herbs.

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

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Try using an English Cut Beef Roast. It is economical and flavorful. This cut of meat comes from the shoulder or neck area of the animal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

All the flavor of tacos, with far fewer dishes to wash! (And dinner will be ready in just 20 minutes.)

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

This easy-to-assemble casserole is a tasty twist on enchiladas.

Submitted by SP_STEPF