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Gwen's Cookbook
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Fast, easy & delicious! Oh, and low cal! Perfect to get your morning started. Submitted by HOPEIGETIT2 Carbs: 13g | Fat: 8.7g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 22.6g | Calories: 200.3
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When looking for something stunning to serve at the next spring or summer gathering, try this quick and easy fruit pizza. It makes a delicious, refreshing dessert and a colorful centerpiece. Carbs: 39g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 247.6
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Submitted by COMPTON7 Carbs: 32.6g | Fat: 9.6g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 207.6
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Skim milk and fat free, sugar free pudding make this pie a delight - and still delicious! Submitted by JLNEWKIRK Carbs: 28.9g | Fat: 5.1g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 179.5
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Tacos are one of my favorite all time things and this recipe satisfies my craving. Submitted by RAWEBER1117 Carbs: 23.3g | Fat: 18.8g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 26.3g | Calories: 373.6
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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 Carbs: 16.2g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 80.1
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Great for the fall holidays! Or just for a healthy snack! Submitted by ANDREWMOM Carbs: 28.5g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 133.2
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Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 4g | Calories: 160.5
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A quick and delicious smoothie to satisfy that sweet tooth in a healthy way! My kids LOVE these smoothies. Submitted by RAEBRALOP Carbs: 25.8g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 5.3g | Calories: 131.6
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Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice. Carbs: 14.6g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 41.6g | Calories: 260.9
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A light pilaf that is filled with protein (quinoa has the highest protein content of any grain) and good nutrients Submitted by WICKET23 Carbs: 37.1g | Fat: 10.4g | Fiber: 5.1g | Protein: 8.6g | Calories: 268.8
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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 Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 10.9g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 237.3
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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 Carbs: 15g | Fat: 7.1g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 3.7g | Calories: 121.2
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Submitted by SARAK31 Carbs: 11.6g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 175.5
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The dressing makes the fruit an extra-sweet treat. Carbs: 30.7g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 134.8
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Hummus goes South of the Border! Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 20.9g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 7.1g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 122.7
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Featured in the revised edition of The New American Plate. Carbs: 41.5g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 5.4g | Protein: 18.6g | Calories: 298.1
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These tasty roasted vegetables can be cooked on the grill or roasted in the oven! The pineapple adds a wonderful sweetness to the vegetables. This recipe is easily modified to include your favorite vegetables or spices. Submitted by HONEYLEA Carbs: 17.1g | Fat: 7.2g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 135.2
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A sweet and crunchy taste for this terrific chicken dish. Submitted by HEATHER121 Carbs: 13g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 18.9g | Calories: 192.4
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Submitted by IAMTHIN72 Carbs: 46g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 6.9g | Protein: 9.2g | Calories: 222.6
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Fresh and juicy during spring and summer months, strawberries are delicious when combined with tender spinach and crunchy toasted almonds. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 6.3g | Fat: 15.1g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 2.7g | Calories: 162.2
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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 Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 13.1g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 33.7g | Calories: 264
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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 Carbs: 7.6g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 10.5g | Calories: 148.8
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A quick and EASY lowfat meatloaf that's super tasty! Submitted by DARIA1134 Carbs: 19.1g | Fat: 11.6g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 24.5g | Calories: 279.6
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Using skinless chicken breasts means this tangy dish is lower in saturated fat and cholesterol. Carbs: 5.7g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 27.7g | Calories: 149.9
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Who says you can't have dessert on a diet!! Submitted by HOOTOWLRN Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 80.9
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Use as a dip for veggies or a spread on pita and sandwiches. Submitted by COACH_NICOLE Carbs: 21.2g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 5.8g | Calories: 215.9
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A yummy way to cut the calories, not the tradition. Carbs: 5.1g | Fat: 12.5g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 17.3g | Calories: 203.4
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This rump roast in mushroom soup and beef broth is tender and very moist. It's made in the slow cooker, and is very easy to make. Raw vegetables, such as carrots and potatoes, may be added at the start of the cooking time, Submitted by CELTIC_WITCH Carbs: 4g | Fat: 8.1g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 42.3g | Calories: 270.7
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Simple, but flavorful. Submitted by WAZAROO Carbs: 0.6g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 25.3g | Calories: 183.4
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High in calcium and very yummy Submitted by TWINMOM143 Carbs: 55.4g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 13.4g | Calories: 318.7
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This roasted chicken gets its sticky coating from the juices it releases while being baked. Carbs: 5.6g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 43.2g | Calories: 263.9
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Fresh, ripe peaches provide their own sweetness! We use "seconds" from the farmer's market and they taste fantastic. Submitted by AUSTINITE Carbs: 26.9g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 1.8g | Calories: 137.5
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A kickin' vegetarian pizza! Extra-good, 'cause it's made on a whole wheat crust! Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS Carbs: 19g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 176.5
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Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor. Submitted by COACH_NICOLE Carbs: 4.8g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 1g | Calories: 77.5
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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 Carbs: 14.7g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 88.8
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Easy crock pot meal. Tastes great over brown rice (not included in calorie count). Submitted by -AMANDA79- Carbs: 12.4g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 26.9g | Calories: 214
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Tostada means toasted in Spanish, and in this simple recipe, Chef Meg makes a crunchy, crispy, chewy, cheesy tostada using leftovers from her Slow Cooker Provencal Chicken and Beans dish. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 24.6g | Fat: 8.6g | Fiber: 5.3g | Protein: 21.2g | Calories: 262.7
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This is a great recipe to use as a basis for plenty of meals! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 19.8g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 29.7g | Calories: 225.4
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A wonderfully tangy sauce adds delicious flavor to simple pork chops - a very easy recipe!! Submitted by FLUFFYWONKENOBE Carbs: 4.8g | Fat: 10.8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 20.1g | Calories: 204.1
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Delicious and quick, this recipe is a great way to get more fish into your healthy meal plan! Submitted by RACHIELOO Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.6g | Calories: 194.5
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A quick and easy dinner that is also low-fat. Submitted by LYZ219 Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 36.9g | Calories: 284.2
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My dip has all the flavor of the original, but it's much easier on the waistline. I prefer to eat this "dip" with a fork or raw vegetables. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 27g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 197.3
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This apple crisp is sweet and simple to prepare, but uses very little added sugar. Submitted by JLCROMP Carbs: 24.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 131.5
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This creamy dessert is low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium. Carbs: 17.9g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 4.6g | Calories: 98.9
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In 15 minutes, this easy recipe will take the chill off a cold evening. Carbs: 32.3g | Fat: 13.3g | Fiber: 10.1g | Protein: 31.3g | Calories: 370.8
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You've barbecued ribs and you've barbecued chicken. Now it's time to try some seafood! Carbs: 0.4g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 29g | Calories: 210.2
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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 Carbs: 35.8g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 230
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Lemony coriander and smoky cumin pair perfectly with sharp Cheddar in this grown-up spin on scalloped potatoes. Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 140.2
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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 Carbs: 14g | Fat: 14.4g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 5g | Calories: 201.3
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Just something I thru together into my crock pot. It's delicious and easy!! I serve it over rice. (not included in the recipe) Submitted by EMMOMLY4 Carbs: 11.4g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 20.1g | Calories: 174.7
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Technically this is a crustless quiche, but the addition of flour makes for a delicious crusty bottom and sides. Submitted by JENNLOVE Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 10.1g | Calories: 132.9
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Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes. Carbs: 39.4g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 30.5g | Calories: 356.7
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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 Carbs: 39.6g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 6.9g | Calories: 220.4
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Serve this creamy rice dish as a side with roast chicken or pork, or increase the serving size for a vegetarian entree. Carbs: 14.5g | Fat: 7.1g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 6.8g | Calories: 143.3
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Ready in 25 minutes. Carbs: 42.4g | Fat: 24.1g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 30.9g | Calories: 514.5
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Submitted by KAYALDA Carbs: 36.7g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 39.7g | Calories: 197.6
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Served cold or hot, these tangy yet sweet noodles are rich and tasty. Carbs: 22.9g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 7.7g | Calories: 208.6
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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 Carbs: 18g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 24.8g | Calories: 271
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High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin. Submitted by KIMBERK24 Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 115.7
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Try this inexpensive and fresh version of a chicken casserole--no need for processed soups or sauces! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 8.8g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 320.6
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How does Coach Dean fuel his busy day? With this hearty, healthy breakfast, of course! Submitted by SP_COACH_DEAN Carbs: 38.4g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 6.9g | Calories: 214.2
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I made ton of substitutes but this is delicious and healthy! Low-Fat, Low-Sugar, No Cholesterol!!! Submitted by PERSEPHONEROSE Carbs: 24.5g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 5.3g | Calories: 165.6
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Submitted by GRANOLAMOM79 Carbs: 24.9g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 100.2
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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 Carbs: 11.5g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 94.9
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Using brown rice will give you lasting energy. Carbs: 23.5g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 4.5g | Calories: 137.5
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Yum! Try this quick and easy thin crust pizza. Carbs: 37.7g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 12.9g | Calories: 275.8
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A tasty way to get your veggies during BBQ season Submitted by EMMAPALE Carbs: 6.8g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 77.7
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This is a great slow cooker side dish for backyard barbecues! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 36.7g | Fat: 0.8g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 168.8
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Submitted by JENNPICKLE Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 13.4g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 15.4g | Calories: 292.9
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Start your day with this hearty vitamin-rich granola. Carbs: 59.9g | Fat: 8.4g | Fiber: 8g | Protein: 11.9g | Calories: 352.4
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With this dish you get a serving of fruit in every portion. Dice the orange if you prefer smaller pieces and�if you�re feeling creative�use a vegetable peeler to create curls of orange zest. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 14.5g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 26.4g | Calories: 221.6
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A sure family favorite, make the night before and pop into the oven. Carbs: 20.5g | Fat: 12.5g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 28g | Calories: 304.4
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Submitted by SMLJRL Carbs: 22.8g | Fat: 12.7g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 14.4g | Calories: 264.7
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A low-fat and easy to prepare version of this favorite chicken entree. Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 13.8g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 36.7g | Calories: 362.3
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