Cookbook creator says: Use chicken broth and add extra veggies

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Fresh, Crisp, Cool Satisfying and nutritious Salad

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This burger gives you the satisfaction of having your "mayo" and cheese by using a wedge of the Laughing Cow Light Garlic & Herb spread on the 100% Whole Wheat Arnold Select Sandwhich Thins. The thick slice of tomato, crunchy lettuce, protein from the burger and the whole grains in the bun will fill your belly and put a smile on your face.

Submitted by MRSDUDLEY

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

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Rich, dense brownies made with applesauce and zucchini!

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Cucumbers give this guacamole a refreshing flavor.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

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

Reduced fat and sugar free dip for all sorts of fruit.

Submitted by BEACHEDBUM

A high protein mookie - a muffin & cookie combo! Sort of like a cookie, sort of like a muffin...very tasty! High protein, low fat.

Milk free! (I recently added 1/4 cup of margarine to the recipe... they taste better with margarine. But, margarine can be omitted!)

These taste like little mini banana breads.

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

Green beans and onions are lightly sautéed in only 1 tablespoon of oil.

Cookbook creator says: use splenda brown sugar

Very yummy and much lighter than regular chocolate chip cookies. Considered a hit by all!

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Cookbook creator says: Use red, yellow, orange bell peppers

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A healthy and delicious vegetarian option for summertime grilling.

Submitted by MISS_KITTY

Tired of the same old beef and chicken? Get outside and grill the "other white meat" for a barbecue.

Submitted by KNOVICK421

Your grill just got more exciting. Try this vitamin-packed dish!

Submitted by SAKKAKTH

I came up with this recipe just because I was looking for something different to do with chicken breasts!

Submitted by LANC92

A tasty non-meat way to get some extra protein in your diet.

Submitted by LILLAKE

An excellent vegetarian dish that everyone will love.

Submitted by TIANALMT

Chef Meg lightened up a picnic and potluck favorite! Her secret ingredient (shh, don't tell!) is pickle juice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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.

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

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

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

A wonderfully filling recipe.

Submitted by 1STCINDERALLA

Zesty turkey burgers with Feta cheese

Submitted by CDAWSON

These are perfect to BBQ. I also use this recipe to make meatballs (add an egg and 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs).

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Cookbook creator says: can make in a 13x9 pan

Submitted by FIREFLY75

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

A warm, sweet baked apple is the perfect ending to any meal.

This apple crisp is sweet and simple to prepare, but uses very little added sugar.

Submitted by JLCROMP

Bring the smell of fall into your home with this easy to prepare dish!

Submitted by CLYONS2

This recipe doesn't use flour OR oil (oats and applesauce instead)

Submitted by EBUROS

These are cute and delicious! Also, they are a great recipe to make with kids, even young children. It's easy and fun, and they will love their own personal pie!

Submitted by KDA1981

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

Submitted by LYZ219

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

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

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

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a delicious and easy Pakistani recipe

Submitted by QUILTBUGJ

This is a great moist snack cake!!

Toss the canned cranberry jelly and use this homemade version instead. It's ready in no time, and it's full of healthy fruit!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Whole wheat bread gives this side staying power. The fruits and vegetables bulk up the dish, so a little goes a long way. A bit of turkey bacon adds another layer of flavor without adding many calories.

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At only 53 calories a piece, these soft cookies are sure to please!

Submitted by COOKINNANCY

Save money and increase nutrition in your burgers. The secret ingredient? Lentils!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Buck tradition this Thanksgiving and forgo standard pumpkin pie. Instead, whip up a smooth, spicy and low-calorie flan.

Submitted by DISTENDASI

A healthy version of a classic fall favorite.

I love this spread this over whole wheat toast for breakfast with nut butter or to thicken my fall soups. My son Josh loves it with bananas. You won't believe I didn't add any sugar!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

The secret to this hearty vegetarian chili is butternut squash. It holds its shape and adds a layer of flavor and sweetness.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A tasty breakfast dish or brunch meal and a good source of beta-carotene.

Submitted by HERCKLE

Large hard pretzels are drizzled in chocolate for a decadent treat!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

A dish that takes me back to childhood. This recipe doesn't have the butter that I remember from the traditional family recipe, but it's still very yummy.

Submitted by MSU_ALLYN

Serve in place of a steak or with lettuce and tomato on toasted whole-grain buns.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research.

A tasty burger patty that's high in fiber and folate and easy to prepare. Serve on a whole wheat bun with your favorite toppings.

Submitted by DENIBREITENBACH

A yummy way to start the day with very little fat and lots of flavor!

Submitted by JOJOMKE

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

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 soup is a favorite in the family. Add a different green or several for a new 'kick' to the soup. Especially good with warm whole grain bread on the side.

Submitted by GROOVYKARMA1

Although chocolate and zucchini may sound like an odd combination, these are scrumptious! A whole-grain and veggie treat!

Submitted by ALYSONL

Delicious, healthy, intensely chocolate brownies with a hint of sweetness. If you like them sweeter, add 1/2 cup more of Agave nectar to the recipe. Only 98 calories & 2.6 grams of fat per serving!

Submitted by CARLASKIS

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

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

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Ditch the crust and boost your veggie intake with these eggplant "pizzas."

Submitted by GONZOSTAR

When I want chocolate mousse, only the real deal will do. This version is low in fat, but it's still creamy and rich. The hardest part is waiting for it to cool!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These burgers are rich and meaty, the kind of burger that vegetarians have been craving. Even meat eaters will appreciate these tasty and fiber-rich burgers.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Thinner than pancakes, these French crepes are easy to make but look quite impressive. They're perfect for a spring brunch.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This spring time stew is a must have at any Derby party! Traditionally made with pork, beef, chicken, and rabbit, I've added more veggies and lightened the meat. The best part: This is a slow cooker recipe, so the burgoo will be ready when the horses are loading into the gate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Who said finger food is unhealthy?

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This Southern staple gets a dose of fiber--with half of the fat of the original. Make a double batch over the weekend and freeze for the busy weekday mornings.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Scones are perfect for weekend house guests, hostess gifts, or picnics. Traditionally made with loads of butter and cream, mine use far less butter--and wheat flour.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

this is a recipe i found in SIMPLE AND DELICIOUS magazine. (nov.-dec. 2009 issue) i substituted lite salt for seasoned salt. i used fat free and reduced fat ingredients, and added water chestnuts. their recipe called for 2oz of pimento, which i don't prefer.

Submitted by DONNETTASUE

Great healthy option for a potluck. Without the olives it's completely fat free! You can add jalepenos for an extra kick. Add avacado or turkey chili to make it more filling for a meal (will add fat).

Submitted by NICOLEGT125

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

A terrific side dish to any Mexican meal or a fabulous dip for your tortilla chips (baked, of course!)

The pomegranate seeds really add a certain something special. Plus it will get everyone talking and raving about your guacamole for months!

Submitted by THENEWSARA

A low fat version of an all-time favorite.

Submitted by GGKIDS7

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

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

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

Take some help from the store: Feta and pesto dress up grilled zucchini.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

My family doesn't like to eat vegetables, but they beg for seconds with this recipe!!! This gives broccoli a wonderful, nutty flavor that everyone will love.

Submitted by YENVED

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

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Biting into a perfectly crispy fried shrimp is so satisfying. The 10 grams of fat per serving? Not so satisfying. This dish has all the crunch, with much less fat.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A very moist low fat chocolate brownie alternative, for weight watchers, only 2 ww points per serving ( 24 servings). No oil or egg used.

Submitted by TNICKY

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

Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover.

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

All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Sweet and crunchy, you'll never believe these chips were made in the microwave. They'll become your new favorite savory snack.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe is better than the original and it's without the eggs and oil. The flaxseed paste gives the needed body, and imparts a nice mild nutty flavor that compliments the pumpkin.

Submitted by SPARK728

These simple pumpkin muffins are perfect for cool fall mornings.

Submitted by LORILARSENRN

i made my own applesauce for this in my blender with the peel. I couldn't find it in the search so I used the next best thing, but I'm sure it would make a difference. I also sprinkle in some bran for added "kick" lol

Submitted by REBEL_MAIDEN

With "The SparkPeople Cookbook," desserts and treats are part of the plan. Chef Meg slims down favorite sweets, ditching most of the fat and calories--but keeping the flavor. This is a "must-try" recipe!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

homemade protein bars

Submitted by LIFTRUNLAUGH

Healthy, Low-carb, clean protein bars.

Submitted by CCASTON

Just as good and cheaper than store bought.

Submitted by CORNPOPGIRL

These grab-and-go bars could not be simpler to make! At over 15 grams of protein per bar, they would make a great breakfast or post-workout snack.

Submitted by CTCLOUGH

Great healthy power boost!

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Jamie Eason's "Oh Baby!" protein bar modified

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Submitted by THEMIS27

No forks needed! These sweet, crunchy and buttery hand pies will have you licking your fingers.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Roasted potatoes are a perfect side dish for a cool weather dinner.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

While it's not as light as a normal cake, the denseness contributes to the dark chocolate feel. It sparkles throughout with the taste of orange, and because it's not a super-sweet cake, the icings provide just the right accent without being cloying.

Submitted by FANTABULOUS777

This meatloaf has the best of both worlds: a great crust and a moist interior! The trick is lining your slow cooker and creating a water bath. Trust me, it's worth the effort!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

An experiment with leftovers yields a delightful, filling vegetarian meal.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

We call these "power" muffins because they're loaded with B vitamins from whole wheat flour, calcium from milk and yogurt, antioxidants from blueberries, and heart-friendly monounsaturated fat from almonds and canola oil.

Full of good stuff! Way better than the boxed junk! From SparkPerson 'JENNYNBOYS'! :)

Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS

Quick 'n easy after dinner treat (or breakfast)!

Submitted by BEEHEALTHY2

A friend issued a challenge to cure a Nutella addiction. This recipe was just the ticket! No hydrogenated oils, fewer calories, less fat--and more fiber and protein!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

My nice way of putting together a desert in no time and making good use of old bread! Or I take some to work for my breakfast!

Submitted by JULIABELANGER

At 300 calories a pop, donuts are an easy way to wreck a healthy breakfast. Not my baked ones. They're bursting with fruit and flavor--not fat!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A perfect oven to table dish that can be easily adapted to suit your pantry and palate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

No, you did not just walk into a fancy restaurant. You can make this springtime dish in your own kitchen--in mere minutes!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Make this ahead of time and then refrigerate for a quick, protein-packed breakfast that's also portion-controlled. Top with salsa (optional) and serve with toast for a complete breakfast.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

These hunger-busting bars are ready in a snap, and they're perfect for a hike or an after-workout snack.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

An easy low calorie recipe to throw together for a delicious meal! *From RecipeZaar's MaMa's Supper Club Parmesan Tilapia Recipe

Submitted by EAGLES17

This recipe is so good my family (NON-VEGANS and NON-VEGETARIANS) request it for parties!

Submitted by RUGBY1212

Guiltless high-fiber, high-protein brownies.

Submitted by GENEVIVA