This is a great slow cooker side dish for backyard barbecues!

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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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Not just for the lunchroom anymore. These Sloppy Joes are given an extra boost with some surprise ingredients.

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

This colorful low-sodium cholesterol-free vegetable baked dish is prepared without any added fat.

A traditional and very popular Indian chicken dish which is bursting full of flavour and colour

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

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A zesty way to prepare a traditional cheesecake.

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

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This is a excellent way to use left over meat and make a very delicious meal.

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

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This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! Cooking fish or chicken in parchment-paper packets is a technique known as en papillote.

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You'll forget all about beef burgers once you try these. Salty and rich feta is mixed with lean ground turkey and Greek herbs for a juicy and delicious burgers.

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This vegetarian chili can be made on the stove top or in a slow cooker.

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"This recipe was wonderful! Probably one of the best I have tested!" Chef Meg really didn't have to change this recipe very much. It certainly gets her stamp of approval though! She did increase the serving size.

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This pie crust has a crunchy addition: pepitas, or shelled pumpkin seeds. They add a nice nutty flavor.

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A zesty, low cal spin on a fast holiday favorite

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After years of trying every bodies stuffing or dressing,
I discovered a perfect solution that everyone will enjoy.

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

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A tasty way to get your veggies during BBQ season

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Featured in the revised edition of The New American Plate.

Printed with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research

This is a great recipe to use as a basis for plenty of meals!

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A sweet and crunchy taste for this terrific chicken dish.

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Cookbook creator says: I don't like oregano , I use a touch of thyme and marjoram

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A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

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This is a delicious receipt and easy to prepare. The receipt is in two parts. Please read and follow the directions to the exact measurement. You will be delighted with the result.

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These add a hearty side to any meal.

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.

The versatility of this salsa is limitless! Put it on grilled chicken or steak, add it to eggs, or serve with tortilla chips.

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This recipe sings of the fall and early winter harvest.

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

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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!

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

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This classic German stew is made with lean trimmed beef stew meat and cabbage.

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.

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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."

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A heart-healthy one-dish meal that is made with lean top round beef, lots of vegetables, and a spicy, herb mixture.

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

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A quick and hearty soup with plenty of spice!

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Just like Chef Meg's mom (who was from Britain) used to make!

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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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