Cookbook creator says: Maybe add some tahini too. 12.01.09

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

Submitted by LILYANN2

Try this one hot or cold--it's delicious either way!

Submitted by SNEECH2

This tortellini soup has a slight curry flavor. It is a quick meal and is prepared all in one pot. It's a family favorite and gets the cook in and out of the kitchen in less than 30 minutes.

Submitted by BEUGEL

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

I found this recipe on the main SparkPeople site under "Food Focus: Garlic," but it wasn't on SparkRecipes. That seemed silly, and besides, it's from a government source, so I figured I 'd add it to the database.

Roasted garlic enhances this smooth, delicious sauce!

(Source: NCI, http://www.5Aday.gov)

Submitted by RHOADAN

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

Serve with a pile of steamed veggies (I like broccoli)

Submitted by FIT_ARTIST

Quick and Tasty

Submitted by ERISDESS

My kids love this. You can also add other vegi's if you like.

Submitted by FLOWERLADY121

Chef Meg Galvin turned this member-submitted recipe into a hearty entree that's bursting with flavor by reducing the amount of oil used and changing some of the cooking techniques to maximize taste.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This light pasta dish has 2 1/2 servings of vegetables in each portion.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

7 points per 1 1/3 cup serving

Submitted by MYAEGGI

High in protein & fiber, low in fat!

Submitted by TANCALIEL

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

Pasta dish with assorted vegetables

Submitted by 1MOREXAGAIN

This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option.

Submitted by BCJL13

Rich macaroni and cheese explodes with flavor for 2/3 of the dish's usual fat content.

Submitted by BSING46

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This recipe is fast, filling and super low in fat.

This recipe is modified from Ladies Home Journal- Mar 09

Submitted by DILBERTA

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This comfort food classic is great for a family dinner. Members turn to this meal again and again for good reason: It's easy, tasty, and ready in just 30 minutes!

Submitted by CHALIGAL155

I can't get enough of this easy recipe; it's ready in 15 minutes!The still-runny egg yolk adds a creaminess to the sauce and perfectly mixes with the spinach.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Submitted by SUMSUMS

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

Based off of my mother's recipe.

Submitted by VICTORIAV

A dish the whole family will love (especially you, because it is so simple).

Submitted by EMCAZIER

Creamy & cheesy comfort food with a healthy punch! Loaded with fiber and protein, this will keep you full and happy. This is also a perfect workout recovery meal.

Submitted by KEBUZZI

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

A great way to use leftover spaghetti noodles! Filling and tasty; a one-skillet meal, quick to make! Part of the prep time blends in with the cooking time, so this dish can be on the table in about 20 minutes!

Submitted by ROKERSHNER

A much quicker version of the Italian classic; less time, but no less taste.

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

Ready in 25 minutes.

This colorful pasta will DEFINITELY satisfy your comfort food craving for Italian food.

Submitted by JACKIE-78

Submitted by CCORDELL79

A creamy garlic cheese sauce served over rotini and grilled chicken.

Submitted by BLISSFUL_DREAMS

you cannot tell it's turkey

Submitted by EMPTYVESSEL

This is a work in progress, but at first attempt it was a good and cheesy treat for dinner.

Submitted by MRCHARNOB

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Submitted by TAMALOTTA69

A hearty dinner than can be made with leftover chicken or turkey

Submitted by ZEBRAMOM1

Can be made with any shape pasta you like. Add extra veggies when available.

Submitted by ELAINEHN

Cookbook creator says: Try using 1 tbs butter, egg beaters and add sone garlic and reconfigure the nutritional info.

Submitted by LANIS77

Cookbook creator says: Would be great over polenta too. To add more veggies add celery like in the photo, maybe some sundried tomatoes and top with basil.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

I love rich, cheesy lasagna, but in the summer when vegetables are at their peak, cheese overwhelms the dish. Adding plenty of fresh vegetables to your regular lasagna for a healthy, light summer supper. Omit any vegetables you don't like, and swap for what you've got in your fridge. (Add spinach or any other green, more fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, chopped and steamed broccoli or asparagus... the possibilities are endless.)

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Using 1 percent fat Cottage Cheese makes these a delicious and light version of the classic Italian dish. 2 Manicottis per person, serve with a nice tossed salad and homemade meatballs-Enjoy!

Submitted by NICOLEPDONNELLY

This is a "Big Batch" Recipe for Pasta Primavera with Alfredo Sauce. It makes 16 1.5Cup servings and can be frozen as individual servings..

Submitted by JAZZORAMA

All the flavor you crave, in macaroni and cheese form to keep your fingers clean!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A great italian dish

Submitted by FRANNIEDID