Cookbook creator says: looks good. i want to try it.

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Cookbook creator says: sounds good.

I don't like fish much, but I love this recipe! I think the sauce can be used with other fish/seafood.

Submitted by JENNAGUERRA

Filling and sweet -- try this good-for-you treat!

High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin.

Submitted by KIMBERK24

Take this simple, savory breakfast on the go!

Submitted by MEYLOSE

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

You've barbecued ribs and you've barbecued chicken. Now it's time to try some seafood!

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

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This quick and easy fruit pizza makes a delicious, refreshing dessert and a colorful centerpiece. Try it at your next special occasion

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

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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.

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

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.

Three different melons make a refreshing drink anytime of the day.

A terrific dish when served over a bed of brown rice.

Submitted by SERRA55

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

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.

Take pita bread to a crunchy new level.

This is a great recipe when the garden is overflowing.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

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 dish is baked and flavored with a Mediterranean-style tomato, onion, and garlic sauce to make it lower in fat and salt.

Creamy pudding makes fantastic frozen treats.

A quick and easy version of an Italian classic that can be finished in the oven or on the stove.

Submitted by SORCHACULLEN

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

The same great taste of the Italian favorite, but this one is good for you!

Submitted by CONNIE563

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

Smoky from the cumin with a hidden serving of vegetables, this dip is equally delicious in a burrito as it is spread on tortilla chips.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This turkey chili is very tasty. My husband doesn't like ground turkey, onions or celery, and he doesn't even know these ingredients are in the chili. He told me yesterday, "Wow honey, this is the best batch of chili you've ever made!" Little did he know it's a lower fat and more flavorful version of the beef dish I've made for years!

Submitted by KR2165

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

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

A spicy Cajun twist to the familiar Caesar salad.

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

While Chicken Parmesan is traditionally fried, this lighter version is delightful atop a hearty green salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Served cold or hot, these tangy yet sweet noodles are rich and tasty.

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

Great for the fall holidays or just for a snack!

Submitted by ANDREWMOM

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

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

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

Quick, easy, and full of fiber!

Submitted by ANGHARAD

This recipe is better (and better-for-you) than takeout!

Submitted by TAM101

Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

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

These onions add flavor to any dish, from soups and sandwiches to stews and dips.

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

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

Bake these over the weekend, and enjoy throughout the week for breakfast or a snack.

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

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

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.

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

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

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A favorite at Christmas, this is great for dinner and leftovers.

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.

This recipe only costs about $3.50 to make--but you save money by buying sheets of phyllo dough and making your own tart shells (see directions for more information).

For perfect results try using a V-rack in your roasting pan or roast the turkey on a bed of vegetables. Once the fat from the turkey melts, it falls to the bottom of the roasting pan. When that happens, the bottom quarter of the bird does not roast--it braises in its own juices. The vegetables or V-rack prevents this from happening.

This sauce is great on grilled meats, and it makes enough for two meals. Try it on cooked pasta or roasted vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Love it! Try serving with parsley garlic sauce and seasoned black beans for a complete meal.

Start your day with this hearty vitamin-rich granola.

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

Submitted by PHULLER

A great meal on a cold day!

Submitted by SAUGADREZ

Serve these holiday cookies with a cup of tea or lowfat vanilla ice cream.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

As simple, sophisticated hors d'oeuvres.

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

This recipe takes a traditional French dish and gives it a California twist. A good portion of the fat comes from the avocado, which has mostly heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

The perfect soup to warm your belly on a cold night or soothe you when you're sick.

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

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

You'll forget all about beef burgers once you try these. Salty and rich feta is mixed with lean ground turkey and Greek herbs for juicy and delicious burgers.

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

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"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

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

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

Submitted by LILYANN2

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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.

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You'll love these cheesy yet healthy enchiladas!

Submitted by TALESIN

Fried, battered, dripping sauce--hot wings are calorie bombs! But not these.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Make this chicken the next you have company for dinner, and they'll swear you hired caterers. It tastes like it came from a restaurant, but for much less money and effort.

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These meringues are a fun treat when served with low-fat vanilla ice cream and fresh fruit.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Forget buying packets of seasonings. They're expensive and often full of salt. Save sodium and money by making this easy herb blend. Use it in sauces, soups, stews, on meats... anywhere you want to add Italian flavor without fat or sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

One bite and you're transported to Louisiana!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This dish inspired by Costa Rican spices seems exotic, but it uses spices and ingredients you already have around the house: coffee, cocoa and cinnamon. You'll wonder why you've been relegating these flavorings to dessert!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A yummy way to cut the calories, not the tradition.

I love this recipe! It can be used as a sauce for grilled meats, a dressing for salads or steamed vegetables, or as a marinade for tofu or other lean proteins. You will always find it in my refrigerator.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by 3BOYZ2FEED

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

A sweet and crunchy taste for this terrific chicken dish.

Submitted by HEATHER121

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

Submitted by RACHIELOO

This makes an easy weekend brunch or quick breakfast.

Submitted by NANALINDA5355

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

Roasted chicken is a simple and versatile protein. Use it in soups, throw it on pasta or pair it with a simple salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This dish is perfect for busy nights.

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