Fresh and juicy during spring and summer months, strawberries are delicious when combined with tender spinach and crunchy toasted almonds.

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

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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

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!

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Great for the fall holidays! Or just for a healthy snack!

Submitted by ANDREWMOM

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."

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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

For a snack or dessert, they're good!

Submitted by FIREFLY75

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ingrid-hoffmann/broccoli-and-celery-slaw-recipe/index.html

Submitted by GUNMETALGREY

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

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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?

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A spicy Cajun twist to the familiar Caesar Salad.

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

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

Submitted by JLCROMP

A simple, hearty meat-free meal. Pair with a green salad, and dinner is ready.

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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!

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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

Pumpkin is subbed for butter in this lowfat treat! Cranberries and almonds add flavor and nutrition!

Submitted by CMWELLS83

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

Submitted by COOKINNANCY

Classic chocolate chip cookies with slightly modified ingredients to make them healthier, yet just as tasty as the original.

Submitted by GINNYPENNY

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.

This recipe serves one, but go ahead and make a few more servings so you'll have leftovers.

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

Submitted by AMROZ123

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!

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The dressing makes the fruit an extra-sweet treat.

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

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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!

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

Submitted by GONZOSTAR

Need to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes? This recipe makes that happen.

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These brownies have a few secret ingredients that boost the nutrition, while the dark cocoa powder and mini chocolate chips keep the rich flavor that you crave in a brownie.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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.

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Triathlete Brendan Brazier shared these raw energy bar recipes with us. While energy bars can be pricey, you can make them at home to control costs.

Submitted by DAILYSPARKGUEST

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

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

Finally, a light wheat bread - great for sandwiches and toast

Submitted by DAWNOPFER

Soft, delicious sandwich bread. This recipe makes 2 loaves.

Submitted by SASSE1KC

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.

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

Submitted by PAMALA3

This is a great moist snack cake!!

A very filling soup that will warm you up on a cold winter day.

Submitted by BRENDA74

Cheesy, rich, delicious--just what you expect in macaroni and cheese. What you won't expect? 2/3 the fat and half the calories of the original!

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This is an amazing salsa best made with fresh ingredients.

Submitted by BILLIEBUNNY19

Chef Meg made over a versatile member recipe by adding extra vegetables and reducing the sodium. Serve with a side salad or over whole wheat pasta or brown rice.

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Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

A healthy on-the-go snack.

Submitted by SHES.SMOKIN

Yummy, Easy Chicken Dinner the family will love!!!

Submitted by SONNY912

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

Submitted by LYZ219

This dish is perfect for busy nights.

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High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin.

Submitted by KIMBERK24

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.

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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 whole-grain flour.

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