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Submitted by RAWEBER1117

Makes about 1/2 C dressing.

Submitted by TDUFOUR

satisfying

Submitted by SHAUNARENE

Easy: Hearty mexican soup with great flavor, high in fiber, low in fat and calories - very filling.

Excellent for people on Weight Watchers!

Submitted by LYSSER

A lighter version of an old classic. Made with Heart Smart Bisquick and Ground Turkey instead of beef.

Submitted by TXCYNDI

Better than that Hamburger Helper stuff.

Submitted by RAQUELMIRA

Submitted by MAIAEL

Submitted by PRINCESSANNIE12

This crock pot meal of baked chicken in a creamy onion sauce is fast, easy to prepare and tastes great.

Submitted by TABBYKAT75

This is our favorite soup for cold nights. It's easy to throw together and add to however you like. Can serve with cheese and bread. Great stuff!

Submitted by SPAZWRITER

4 ingredients, 5 minutes of hands-on cooking, and dinner is served!

Submitted by ORANGECOWCAT

This recipe makes quite a bit, so you can take half of the remaining chicken mixture and sauce and make soup. See "sour cream chicken enchilada soup" that I also submitted.

Submitted by SKEYDOO

This recipe came from the chicken enchilada recipe I submitted earlier. I didn't need to make that many chicken enchiladas, so I made this up to make a slightly different meal. I used the remaining sauce from the chicken enchilada recipe, then added the remaining chicken and added the chicken broth.

Submitted by SKEYDOO

This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves

Submitted by ALECSANDRA

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

An easy slow cooker recipe that the family will enjoy!

Submitted by LOSER1231

Submitted by TODD717

an Easy and quick version of Chicken Parmesean

Submitted by SORCHACULLEN

Sweet and tangy, this chicken takes less than five minutes to prep!

Submitted by LAUR986

Creamy pudding makes fantastic frozen treats.

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

Serve this black bean salsa at your next potluck.

Submitted by JANAE55

Great for the fall holidays or just for a snack!

Submitted by ANDREWMOM

Submitted by LINJEN

This is a hearty soup that is great for the whole gang! The easiest soup you will ever make!

Submitted by GENIETEST

Submitted by POLLYHIDALGO

Tasty and Nutritious

Submitted by FLYAWAYFREE

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

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

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

Quick and nutritious, this zesty take on pasta salad is a family favorite. Garnish with fresh herbs and black olives.

Submitted by RDEPASS

This is a quick and easy chicken dish that looks and tastes like you went to a lot of work.

Submitted by CARPROTH

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

a new twist on salsa, great for using cukes from the garden in the summer!

Submitted by SLINKY78

Fresh salsa is always better than bottled, and it is much lower in sodium. This salsa is great with tortilla chips, on tacos or burritos or tostadas, or even straight out of the bowl!

Submitted by TAHLON

This sweet and spicy soup is a staple of Thai takeout. Chef Meg recreated it for a fraction of the cost and sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Crispy, garlic seasonedl oven fries, low fat

Submitted by LAYCEY

One of our favorite sides. Quick and easy to make. Tastes good hot or cold and reheats well in the microwave.

Submitted by BOOKWORM81

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 is basically pancake mix in a muffin tin, with a bite of a sausage link cooked inside. We REALLY liked these. ( I saw the commercial for that Pancake Puff pan, and got the idea from that. Why spend $20 when you can throw it into a muffin tin!)

Submitted by WANT2BEFITBY40

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

Submitted by SERRA55

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

Submitted by JOGANRAY

Submitted by DABINEXIAN

This salad may be used on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich.

Submitted by CAROLYN0107

This is the best tasting tuna or pasta salad I have ever had!

Submitted by LRUSSELLFAMILY

Frozen bananas rival soft serve when given a whirl in the food processor. Trust us, it's AMAZING: no fat, no cholesterol, no added sugar, just creamy and sweet bananas!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

An easy to make and kid pleaser. Fast snack and desert.

Submitted by BRENDAZOMBIE

yummy and healthy summer treat!

Submitted by SWTMELGIRL

2 c. fresh mango chopped
1 c. coconut milk
1 c. water
4 tbl. organic sugar

blend all together in a popsicle mold until frozen.
Makes six popsicles.

Submitted by LADYHAWKES

This is a great recipe when the garden is overflowing.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a great recipe for summer, when you have a surplus of zucchini in the garden. Double or triple the batch and freeze them for quick and healthy breakfasts.

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

Use this whole-wheat and cornmeal crust to make my delicious Mexican pizza.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

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

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

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Oh, Quesadilla Explosion Salad! How I love you!
I have eaten plenty of these at Chili's and was "Oh so surprised!" to see it listed as #2 on the 10 worst restaurant salads! Number T-O-O! Too much fat, Too many calories, Too many points!

It's a salad! How can it be so bad for you?

Something had to be done! This is my response. I have also created recipes for the various ingredients used in this salad. They are named as they appear in the list of ingredients. Feel free to use them or your own. Beware the nutrition data of this salad will change if you use another version.

Submitted by LILDVA

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

I am known for my pancakes, so trust me on this one!

Submitted by AMROZ123

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

Submitted by TAM101

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

Good as a light lunch or add beef to make a hearty stew.

Submitted by GLASSGIRL

A healthy, mayo-free, but still delicious version of deviled eggs!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

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

A low-fat and easy to prepare version of this favorite chicken entree.

Ready in just 20 minutes.

A quick and easy dinner that is also low-fat.

Submitted by LYZ219

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

There is room for red meat in a healthy lifestyle. The key is choosing lean cuts and healthful cooking methods.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is my go-to dressing. I use it on everything from steamed veggies to salads and sandwiches.

Submitted by SP_STEPF