Chef Meg added flavor with parsley and capers to cut the salt, reduced the cooking time and used hearty plum tomatoes instead of canned.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Great lunch or side dish.

Submitted by HONEYBEAR07

This dish is sweet and tangy and just delicious

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

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

Take pita bread to a crunchy new level.

This kid-friendly comfort food is perfect for a weeknight meal. Even better: You can use frozen veggies and leftover chicken.

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 is my husband's favorite new recipe. Bamboo spears work well to secure the chicken once it's stuffed.

Submitted by KELBECK

Excellent on a spinach salad!

Submitted by EDAVIS4

A simple one pan comfort food

Submitted by DISHI4

These moist pancakes are lightly spiced for the palate of my young child. If you like a bit more pizazz, you can increase the spices or add others. Cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice both work nicely here.

Submitted by ANNE_SP

These are SUPER easy, quick, and amazing – perfect for snacking on the go.

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Crisp, fresh salad that uses the best of fall fruits for flavor.

Submitted by LISAINC

Strawberries are combined with tangy and sweet balsamic vinegar and creamy ricotta in this quick and simple dessert.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

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

Submitted by TERRORLYNN

"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

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.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by AMROZ123

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 low budget, easy to make, family favorite!

Submitted by XIMORA

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

Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes.

A quick and delicious smoothie to satisfy that sweet tooth in a healthy way! My kids LOVE these smoothies.

Submitted by RAEBRALOP

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

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

Submitted by JLCROMP

Instant coffee in the batter intensifies the chocolate flavor. Beating the sugar and eggs together gives the baked brownies a crackly surface.

I fell in love with tzatziki the first time I tried it and was on a quest to find the recipe that included those ingredients that pleased my particular palate best. This recipe is low-fat, high-protein, nutritious, smooth, Mediterranean, refreshing, light, and hopefully the best you've ever had!

Submitted by KEEPITMOVING

A low-fat, heart healthy version of this traditional comfort food.

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

Yum! Try this quick and easy thin crust pizza.

A kickin' vegetarian pizza! Extra-good, 'cause it's made on a whole wheat crust!

Submitted by CURVES_N_CURLS

Get your good fat and protein fix here!

Submitted by LAURIANNASH

Fruit is often a back-up ingredient or side dish at dinnertime, but it gets a co-starring role in this meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Decorate the inside of a clear glass with a jack o'lantern face, and then enjoy this yummy autumn smoothie! Fun for the whole family.

Submitted by YARDENXANTHE

A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

Submitted by KHILKEY

Submitted by PHD2010

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

Cookbook creator says: 8 1 cup servings

Submitted by BLOOM49

Healthy chocolate chip cookies? Yes, you read correctly. Check this recipe out!

All the taste of a loaded baked potato, in a hearty soup.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

I can't take credit for this recipe, as I found this on the message boards, but didn't see it posted here. These are delicious and healthy! I think they taste like pumpkin pie.

Submitted by SUPERSILLYGIRL

Simple, but flavorful.

Submitted by WAZAROO

Filling and not too high in Calories!

Submitted by ARDELIA82

Use with a bag of pre-shredded broccoli & cauliflower; makes this recipe super quick.

Submitted by PBERGER3

Creamy, comforting, and satisifing soup without all the calories

Submitted by PEACHS2582

This soup is so versitile. I wind up tossing in whatever vegetables I need to use up and it always tastes good. Sometimes I add a bit of hot sauce for a kick.

A serving is about a cup, just perfect to pack for lunch with a half sandwich.

Submitted by AZHIKERCHICK

Delicious low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes for Atkins/South Beach style diets

Submitted by ARTEMISINKED

A lighter accompaniment to Turkey. All the flavors of Thanksgiving without swimming butter and sugar.

Dried cranberries (or other dried fruit) can be substituted for the fresh cranberries, if the fresh are not available.

Submitted by 15THC_ODETTE

This delicious pie makes it's own "crust" while baking. My mother-in-law gave me the recipe.

1/8 of pie = 2 WW points
1/8 of pie = 1/2 vegetable serving

Submitted by JESSICAB1221

This recipe is a lighter twist on a fall favorite.

Submitted by RCWILKINSON

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

This is light and made with Cool Whip - best served with graham cracker sticks

Submitted by CALIDREAMER76

Try these light and low-fat personal pies for dessert during the fall. They're a great substitute for pumpkin pie or sweet potato casserole.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

I got this from the Fix It and Forget It Lightly cookbook. It calls for any diet soda. I actually used Diet Dr. Pepper. I used Kraft Original Barbecue Sauce. Finally, I'm not an onion person, so I skipped them--and used minced onion instead. It was ABSOLUTELY delicious! The only hard part is eating JUST ONE SERVING!

Submitted by PEACHJAM6288

My husband asks for this soup even though he hates cauliflower. The vegetable is well disguised by the creamy consistence of this blended soup.

Submitted by KATYBUGGED

Submitted by SHANNJ77

Try this dip on a toasted whole-wheat bagel at breakfast or with apple slices or whole-grain crackers for a snack. It's even good with carrots.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Healthy alternative to sausage balls. Serving size is 3 1inch balls. Makes about 5 dozen.

Submitted by AMY32727

You'll never know these cookies are lower in fat! Customize your cookies by using any flavor of "chips" you prefer!

Submitted by PHULLER

A treat for when you're craving the taste of pumpkin pie.

Submitted by ~PENNY~

Time to Pick a Bone
You can make a good ham and bean soup using just cubes of ham alone, but to get the best flavor you should use a ham bone. You can get your ham bone from the butcher, since they will often give them away or sell them very cheaply, or you can use a leftover bone from a ham that you have served for dinner.

If you are making a ham for dinner, then any leftover ham can be used in the soup as well. In fact, the best ham and bean soup recipes use both ham bones as well as cubes of ham.

I modified this from a recipe I found on line - and made it healthier for those counting calories. I hope you enjoy!

Submitted by MYSTTEARS

A very easy way to make pulled pork in the slow cooker. This is a tangy BBQ type sauce.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Delicious dip I found a recipe for that I tweaked a bit to make it lower in fat and calories. My family gobbled this up at a recent holiday party!

Submitted by BETHPROVERBS31

This is a slimmed down version of one of my favorite party foods--cheese fondue. Mashed cannellini beans slim down the recipe but keep a thick and luscious texture!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Great, easy to prepare recipe for finger food at any sports party or get together.

Submitted by GONNABSLIM2010

good as either side dish or meal

Submitted by KATOUSIGNANT1

Easily customizable recipe! Enjoy!!!

Submitted by OLLYOOP

This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves

Submitted by ALECSANDRA

This is a delicious and easy Pakistani recipe

Submitted by QUILTBUGJ

A healthier version of the traditional rice pudding! Very Yummy!

Submitted by LIBBYSZ

Inspired by the animated feature film, Ratatouille, this veggie-packed dish makes six healthy and hearty servings.

Submitted by SPARKPEOPLE