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HIggins Family Cookbook

(79 Recipes) Created by PSYGEN57

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This recipe will never leave your family hungry! It's rich and filling, but low in fat!

Submitted by AMBERLEE26

Carbs: 39.8g | Fat: 19.9g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 25.6g | Calories: 444.6

Low Fat version of delicious multigrain muffin

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 30.6g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 3.5g | Calories: 147.9
Very Good 4.7/5

Decadent recipe that is amazingly lower in calories and fat then you would think. Calorie count does not include whipped cream or ice cream.

Submitted by QTPIE7375

Carbs: 59.9g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 295
Perfect Pasta Primavera
Very Good 4.3/5

This light pasta dish has 2 1/2 servings of vegetables in each portion.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 54.8g | Fat: 10.1g | Fiber: 13.2g | Protein: 16g | Calories: 343.2

Low fat multigrain muffin

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 30g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 151
Orange Chicken
Very Good 4.0/5

With this dish you get a serving of fruit in every portion. Dice the orange if you prefer smaller pieces and�if you�re feeling creative�use a vegetable peeler to create curls of orange zest.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 14.5g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 26.4g | Calories: 221.6
Healthy Chicken Vegetable Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

Try this inexpensive and fresh version of a chicken casserole--no need for processed soups or sauces!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 8.8g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 320.6
Very Good 4.8/5

Seriously low in fat, calories, sodium - but extremely rich in Protein. Excellent with a side salad and of course, there are sooo many variations you can do with this! I have added Turkey Ham (low in fat too!) and have done without Breadcrumbs. See below for other variations/options.

Submitted by NICOLETTEDIMON

Carbs: 6.1g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 31.6g | Calories: 205.4
Very Good 4.0/5

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

Carbs: 19g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 3.9g | Calories: 102.9
Cinnamon Chocolate Shortbread
Good 3.9/5

This almond shortbread recipe replaces my mom's buttery shortbread. My new and improved version has less than half the calories and fat.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11.5g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 94.9
Slow Cooker Lasagna
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 18g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 24.8g | Calories: 271

A healthy and filling breakfast food.

Submitted by LMSHANKLE

Carbs: 11.9g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 3.7g | Calories: 74.8
Low Fat Spinach Lasagna
Very Good 4.4/5

Great for pot lucks.

Submitted by KARASTART

Carbs: 24.2g | Fat: 14.8g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 26.3g | Calories: 315.6
Very Good 4.6/5

Cookbook creator says: Used whole wheat tortellini, cut sausage up after it cooked a while. Next time add cabbage/carrot mix earlier.

Submitted by DIALYSISRN

Carbs: 10.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 6g | Calories: 104
Very Good 4.2/5

Low fat sloppy joes that don't skimp on flavor!

Submitted by RHG2525

Carbs: 21.3g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 16.3g | Calories: 191.4
Very Good 4.0/5

Submitted by MABURDS

Carbs: 22.8g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 3.7g | Calories: 149.6
Incredible! 5.0/5

These taste great, are very long when cooked, and are very satifying. I doubled this recipe for company, but you can easily make using just one can of dough.

Submitted by WANT2BEFITBY40

Carbs: 11.7g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 53.3
Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by LYZ219

Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 36.9g | Calories: 284.2
This recipe has been marked private.
Whole Wheat Waffles
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by JOGANRAY

Carbs: 38.8g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 5.4g | Protein: 11.1g | Calories: 216.3
100 Calorie Cinnamon Pancakes!
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by AMROZ123

Carbs: 18.2g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 5.2g | Calories: 92.6
Crustless Spinach, Onion and Feta Quiche
Very Good 4.5/5

Technically this is a crustless quiche, but the addition of flour makes for a delicious crusty bottom and sides.

Submitted by JENNLOVE

Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 10.1g | Calories: 132.9
Caramel Popcorn
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 116.7
Baked Chicken with Garlic and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Very Good 4.2/5

Garlic lovers, rejoice! This recipe contains a whopping two heads, but the flavor mellows and sweetens when baked.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 12.5g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 28.9g | Calories: 238.4
Good 3.7/5

Submitted by LITTLESTRED

Carbs: 6.9g | Fat: 9.3g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 26g | Calories: 209.5

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 21g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 131.5
Baked Pork Chops
Very Good 4.0/5

These spicy and moist pork chops are made with no added fat, egg whites, evaporated skim milk, and a lively herb mixture.

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 12.1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 28.1g | Calories: 271.6
Mini Apple Tarts
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 24.9g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 124.3
Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Very Good 4.4/5

Submitted by LINJEN

Carbs: 19.3g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 20.9g | Calories: 214.5
Incredible! 5.0/5

A lower fat version of cheesy potatoes (also known as funeral potatoes).

Submitted by SONDRAELLIOTT

Carbs: 48.8g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 14.1g | Calories: 282.8
Incredible! 5.0/5

Real comfort food for days when you just can't look at another salad.

Submitted by TSMOTIVATION

Carbs: 35.1g | Fat: 16.3g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 28.2g | Calories: 393.4
Very Good 4.7/5

Submitted by LAURENK1974

Carbs: 40.3g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 32.7g | Calories: 417.4
Apple Crisp
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by JLCROMP

Carbs: 24.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 131.5
This recipe has been marked private.
Very Lemony Chicken
Good 3.8/5

Using skinless chicken breasts means this tangy dish is lower in saturated fat and cholesterol.

Carbs: 5.7g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 27.7g | Calories: 149.9
Very Good 4.0/5

Submitted by CINDY.DVS

Carbs: 9.8g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 6.7g | Calories: 98.7
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 35.8g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 230
Very Good 4.4/5

Awesome and easy!

Submitted by SKOOSEY

Carbs: 33.1g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 15.2g | Calories: 237.5
Diet Coke Sloppy Joes
Very Good 4.4/5

These are really good paired with potato salad! You can also add onions or green peppers if you'd like.

Submitted by ICEDRAGONEZZ

Carbs: 2.5g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 24g | Calories: 162.5
Very Good 4.7/5

Submitted by SLOCREATE

Carbs: 19.1g | Fat: 11.7g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 29.3g | Calories: 300.4
Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Very Good 4.3/5

Submitted by COBANION

Carbs: 15.9g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 103.7
Broiled Tilapia Parmesan
Very Good 4.7/5

Delicious and quick, this recipe is a great way to get more fish into your healthy meal plan!

Submitted by RACHIELOO

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.6g | Calories: 194.5
Citrus Cheesecake
Very Good 4.3/5

A zesty way to prepare a traditional cheesecake.

Carbs: 26.3g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 8.6g | Calories: 177
Broccoli Slaw
Very Good 4.8/5

A delicious take on cole slaw without the mayo from a friend of mine. Contains almonds and sunflower seeds. I brought it to a party recently and people were saying how good it was, not realizing I had made it. That's pretty high praise! You can cut this recipe in half, too. (you could also try Splenda, although I haven't done that yet).

Submitted by SHISHYCAT

Carbs: 10.9g | Fat: 11.4g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 2.7g | Calories: 147.9
Southwestern Chicken Soup
Very Good 4.5/5

A quick and hearty soup with plenty of spice!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 25.8g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 8g | Protein: 19.8g | Calories: 270.5
 Flaxseed, Wheat, and Bran Muffins
Very Good 4.4/5

High fiber, healthy breakfast muffin.

Submitted by KIMBERK24

Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 115.7
Good 3.0/5

Not a healthy food, but it only makes 1 serving so you can't go overboard. No baking involved!

Submitted by JACWO2

Carbs: 61.5g | Fat: 8.5g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 6.1g | Calories: 329.4
Easy Bean Tostadas
Very Good 4.3/5

These tostadas are cheap and easy to make--and they're full of fiber!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 34.8g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 8.6g | Protein: 13.9g | Calories: 214.7
Fried Cheese Sticks
Very Good 4.2/5

We cut the grease and used reduced-fat string cheese to re-create a pub favorite.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 15.1g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 14.7g | Calories: 140.6
Lemon Garlic Tilapia
Very Good 4.4/5

I don't like fish much, but I love this recipe! I think the sauce can be used with other fish/seafood.

Submitted by JENNAGUERRA

Carbs: 1.8g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 18.2g | Calories: 128.5
Very Good 4.5/5

Submitted by GUNMETALGREY

Carbs: 7.7g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 66.9

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 13.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 4.3g | Calories: 90.5

I use my George Foreman grill to make this. Delicious!

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 38.3g | Fat: 23.5g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 22g | Calories: 450.7
FANNETASTIC FOOD'S Cinnamon Raisin Almond Balls
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Carbs: 26.7g | Fat: 12.1g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 5.9g | Calories: 220.3
Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken
Very Good 4.4/5

This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves

Submitted by ALECSANDRA

Carbs: 4.3g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.5g | Calories: 165.6

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 31.7g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 16.1g | Calories: 256.5
French (Women Don't Get Fat) Toast
Very Good 4.3/5

This is a basic but delicious french toast recipe that won't do any damage to your diet!

Submitted by ELIZABETHE01

Carbs: 21.7g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 4.6g | Protein: 12.1g | Calories: 150.2
Very Good 4.8/5

Just 3 ingredients for a very good dessert !

Submitted by READYTOSHED

Carbs: 47.8g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 217
Incredible! 5.0/5

Submitted by HOLLYANN131

Carbs: 28.3g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 14.6g | Calories: 181.8
Very Good 4.0/5

Fresh, ripe peaches provide their own sweetness! We use "seconds" from the farmer's market and they taste fantastic.

Carbs: 44.8g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 4.4g | Calories: 253.7
Very Good 4.3/5

A new take on an old favorite. Packets make for easy cleanup.

Carbs: 61.6g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 58.8g | Calories: 541.3
Very Good 4.0/5

Submitted by MARGARET_70

Carbs: 1.7g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 4.2g | Calories: 64.2
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Roast
Very Good 4.7/5

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

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Carbs: 11.7g | Fat: 11.9g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 32.4g | Calories: 298.2
This recipe has been marked private.
Good 3.7/5

This breakfast cooks itself overnight in the slow cooker! There's not a better way to wake in the morning.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Carbs: 26.3g | Fat: 1.3g | Fiber: 4.7g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 134.5

From taste of home comfort food diet cookbook

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 47.2g | Fat: 13.5g | Fiber: 7.3g | Protein: 29.7g | Calories: 435.1

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 10.1g | Fat: 23.2g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 342.6
Honey Mustard Roasted Chicken
Very Good 4.3/5

Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes.

Carbs: 39.4g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 30.5g | Calories: 356.7
Low-Sodium Breakfast Sausage
Very Good 4.1/5

Love your breakfast sausage but can't handle all the sodium? Try this lower sodium version: 25% less fat, and 1/10th of the sodium.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.6g | Fat: 11.1g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 10.1g | Calories: 147.7
Very Good 4.4/5

I make this at thanksgiving time and its simply delicious and healthier and a lot less soduim than stove top or other boxed stuffing with seasonings

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

Carbs: 20.3g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 106.1
Shelley's Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Carbs: 40.1g | Fat: 12.4g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 31.7g | Calories: 392.1
Very Good 4.5/5

Low carb and great for cooking out!

Submitted by TANGY613

Carbs: 3.3g | Fat: 19.8g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 26.8g | Calories: 285.6

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 32.6g | Fat: 8.1g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 21.9g | Calories: 291.8

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 26.7g | Fat: 7.6g | Fiber: 8.2g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 188.8

Submitted by PSYGEN57

Carbs: 24.9g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 18.1g | Calories: 218
Spicy Taco Soup
Very Good 4.7/5

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

Submitted by GENIETEST

Carbs: 29.6g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 8.5g | Protein: 17.9g | Calories: 281.5
Feta & Spinach Scramble
Very Good 4.2/5

Fast, easy & delicious! Oh, and low cal! Perfect to get your morning started.

Submitted by HOPEIGETIT2

Carbs: 13g | Fat: 8.7g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 22.6g | Calories: 200.3
Very Good 4.0/5

Empanadas are sweet- or savory-filled turnovers wrapped in pastry. The crust used in this recipe is made from reduced fat Bisquick, which makes a nice crust. The filling is a tantalixing sweet-spicy (but not hot) chicken mixture.

Submitted by CRASH0200

Carbs: 13.7g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 6.3g | Calories: 98.3
Banana Nut Bread (Good For You!)
Very Good 4.5/5

I re-worked my favorite high-fat, high-calorie, little-nutrition Banana Nut Bread recipe, and came up with a winner!

Submitted by WYTCHHAZYL

Carbs: 26.1g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 4g | Calories: 137.7
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