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 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.)

Fluffy dish will tickle your taste buds.

A great tasting and healthy alternative to fries.

Submitted by LIZZS2NDCHANCE

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

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

This simple marinade can be made the night before, then all you have to do at your cookout is fire up the grill and get ready for a great meal.

Submitted by SARAK31

When the craving for chocolate hits, try this Chocolate-Cinnamon Bread Pudding. The warm melted chocolate makes it a definite comfort food, while the whole wheat bread and evaporated skim milk adds to its nutritional punch.

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

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

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Submitted by LRUSSELLFAMILY

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 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

Quick, easy and tasty turkey burgers with a kick.

Submitted by JIMINNYC

This classic German stew is made with lean trimmed beef stew meat and cabbage.

An Italian favorite gets a below the border twist. Chef Meg made just a few tweaks before giving this one her seal of approval! She adds the spices early in cooking to help boost flavor and added a full pound of turkey for a more filling meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Pork chops in a peanut sauce.

Submitted by ONCEMORE2006

This Mexican pizza is a tasty alternative to traditional pizza. Add grilled chicken or cooked shrimp to change this up!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Take pita bread to a crunchy new level.

This delicious pie makes it's own "crust" while baking. My mother-in-law gave me the recipe.

1/8 of pie = 2 WW points
1/8 of pie = 1/2 vegetable serving

Submitted by JESSICAB1221

This is a lighter take on the classic Italian preparation of Chicken Cacciatore (or Chicken Hunter Style). Our made-over version uses white meat rather than dark and less oil to cut almost 60 calories per serving and reduce the fat and sodium of the traditional recipe.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A terrific way to start your day, much better than the frozen waffles you can find at the grocery store.

Submitted by JOGANRAY

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

By choosing a darker chocolate and fat-free evaporated milk, Chef Meg was able to cut the calories of this chocolate dip in half!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This roasted chicken gets its sticky coating from the juices it releases while being baked.

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This homemade alternative to store-bought granola bars, is a good source of protein, fiber and healthy fats. Tasty and so simple to make! A quarter cup of raisins (not included here) also make a yummy addition!

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

A quick, easy and healthy meal in minutes!

Submitted by DEFREYTAG

I make this at thanksgiving time and its simply delicious and healthier and a lot less soduim than stove top or other boxed stuffing with seasonings

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

A nice way to enjoy pumpkin flavored dessert, *if* you left room after all that turkey!

Submitted by CASSIOEPIA

This recipe makes a half batch of my favorite potluck dish--perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Submitted by KARICHELLE

Old fashion chicken and dumplings, thick broth and tender chicken give you that warn cozy feeling just like Mom made.

Submitted by DUCKEY1466

Submitted by JCHLLM

A deliciously moist fall treat! Not the healthiest, but a favorite around my block for the holidays!

Submitted by ROXIMAPRIME

A rather healthy dessert, and an great alternative to pumpkin pie. It is gluten-free and lactose-free. Honey's sugars are released more slowly into the bloodstream than refined sugar, and molasses contains many trace minerals.

Submitted by RABBITCHARM

A quick and easy pasta dish perfect for any night of the week.

Submitted by LILYANN2

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

Chef Meg added flavor with parsley and capers to cut the salt, reduced the cooking time and used hearty plum tomatoes instead of canned.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

The only turkey recipe you'll ever need--no basting necessary.

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.

These add a hearty side to any meal.

This is a makeover of Cracker Barrel's Chicken & Dumplings. My aunt had created the original recipe which called for 1.75 lb chicken and whole milk. It was always one of my families favorite dinners that I made once in a while on special Sundays. Recently, I decided to try a healthier version of it with lower calories, cholesterol & sodium to see if it would pass the "family test". It did! They couldn't tell the difference. The healthy version of this recipe went down 76 calories, 31mg cholosterol & 1104 mg of sodium per serving.

On a side note, I know some people who use prepackaged biscuit dough to make their dumplings to make it easier but I don't like the taste of the perservatives because it makes the whole recipe taste like it came out of can. There is nothing like homemade!

Submitted by INDIANAGAL1

This is a family favorite around here so I am glad it is reasonable in the cal department with out any changes though I should warn you one cup just isn't enough so make sure you have enough room for at least two. You can replace chicken broth with water to reduce cals more but be warned you lose some of the flavour.

Submitted by AMANDABIBLE2002

Moist, delicious, and flavorful turkey burger! The addition of the mayonaise adds a little needed fat to keep it moist, and you can't taste it at all. Great to freeze and have on hand for a quick meal!

Submitted by SRATERMAN

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

Submitted by PBERGER3

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Submitted by Y_ROBLES

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 almond shortbread recipe replaces my mom's buttery shortbread. My new and improved version has less than half the calories and fat.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These cookies get a boost of nutrition from dried cherries, blueberries and cranberries.

Submitted by PHULLER

Serve this black bean salsa at your next potluck.

Submitted by JANAE55

With just seven ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you'll have a tasty dip for any occasion.

Submitted by PRTYBRD

4 ingredients, 5 minutes of prep time--and no mess to clean up!

Submitted by 3BOYZ2FEED

This quick Southern dish contains no added fat and very little added salt in its spicy tomato sauce.

Very Tasty

Submitted by KAIROSGRAMMY

This tastes just like cheese pizza, plus you get about 25% of your daily calcium in one meal! Pair this with a salad and you have a great pizzaria style lunch without the calories attached...or the bill.

Submitted by PUNKGIRL213

Garlic lovers, rejoice! This recipe contains a whopping two heads, but the flavor mellows and sweetens when baked.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by JLPNURSE

Submitted by LEPRECHAUN0610

I fell in love with tzatziki the first time I tried it and was on a quest to find the recipe that included those ingredients that pleased my particular palate best. This recipe is low-fat, high-protein, nutritious, smooth, Mediterranean, refreshing, light, and hopefully the best you've ever had!

Submitted by KEEPITMOVING

A zesty way to prepare a traditional cheesecake.

6- 1c servings
Great recipe to use left over chicken breast for.

Submitted by KATPRIEBE

From Healthy Cooking

Submitted by GUTSYGOURMET

This recipe has been floating around the internet and is awesome. If you haven't tried it, you should!

Submitted by SUZIECF

Delicious first course for winter holiday meals.

Submitted by PRIMA_DONNA

Serve up creamy, cheesy chicken enchiladas, and no one will be late to dinner!

Submitted by SKEYDOO

Scrumptious blueberry muffins with a hint of lemon

Submitted by HAPPYLADY6

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

Instead of a whole pie, try making bite-size tarts. The diminutive desserts cook quicker and are automatically portion controlled. Plus, they're easier to make for a crowd, and there's no need for a fork and plate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Rich, creamy rice studded with healthy squash and greens make a hearty side dish or a vegetarian entree.

Submitted by MADDY_AVENA

This soups works well with most vegetables from the garden-- experiment and use vegetables that are in season.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is the best Chicken Parm you will ever eat.

Submitted by RIBBONSNCURLS00

Rich and creamy, but easy on the calories

Submitted by SPIKESCOPILOT

My pasta sauce that the kids love. We need to make a big batch when you have to feel 8 adults.

Submitted by MRSMELVIN1

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Submitted by LRUSSELLFAMILY

Chef Meg made over a versatile member recipe by adding extra vegetables and reducing the sodium. Serve with a side salad or over whole wheat pasta or brown rice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This delicious vegan chili is the perfect meal for a cool, fall day. For more recipes like this, visit The Front Burner.

Submitted by THEFRONTBURNER

This makes a great Christmas gift for neighbors, office parties or gift basket.

Submitted by JUDITH1654

Hot chocolate mix – best of all, sugar and fat free!

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Submitted by TSUNI_NIGHT

Very moist with great banana flavor, but still lower in calories with only one gram of fat. My whole family loves these.

Submitted by MBMORRISON66

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Submitted by RAMONABD68

Chef Meg made over a classic dish, which is sometimes called "Hunters Chicken" or "Chicken Cacciatore."

Submitted by TAZGIRL01

Serve these fruit kebabs at your next party.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Putting a healty twist on pasta.

Submitted by MRSMELVIN1

Toasting the raisin bread gives it more texture.

Submitted by GIDGET05

Chef Meg's Beef Roast becomes a full dinner, complete with two servings of vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Fast, easy, and tasty enchiladas!

Submitted by DOREMI78

Replace the traditional biscuit topping with whole wheat fillo dough for a quick and light dessert.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Submitted by MRHAPPYPANTS21

Super thin whole wheat crust brushed with garlic herb butter and made with a white sauce, fat free mozzarella, chicken, and spinach.

Submitted by TARNISHEDTIARA