My aunt Gwen was a great cook and she kept go-to-quick recipes that were always as good as her spent-all-day-making recipes. This was one of my favorites from her go-to-quick list.

Submitted by LADYPHOENIX61

Families have gone to war over chili recipes! I love a thick, meaty chili with loads of beans and vegetables. Thankfully my family agrees!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

You'll love these cheesy yet healthy enchiladas!

Submitted by TALESIN

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

Submitted by JENNLOVE

Cookbook creator says: This is a one dish recipe; no frying and a small amount of fat in it. Also, the tortillas are not rolled, so it takes much less time to prepare.

Submitted by GZELLEFRO

Cookbook creator says: Crock Pot meal. Super easy to prepare and delicious. My family loves it, even my 17 year old son!

Submitted by GZELLEFRO

Sooo Good

Submitted by CHANDLERSUE

microwave lasagna, using Tupperware large deep rock 'n serve

Submitted by GZELLEFRO

This is a low-cal, low-fat fried rice recipe. You can add any other vegetables you want, like broccoli, celery, etc.

Submitted by GZELLEFRO

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

Submitted by PBERGER3

This recipe is better (and better-for-you) than takeout!

Submitted by TAM101

Dried fruit and nuts add flavor and texture to your favorite brown rice. This side dish is fast and fancy!

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

Delicious served hot with dry toasted bagel chips or pita chips ... but can also be served as a cold dip.

Submitted by ELAINEHN

Family favorite!

Submitted by KIMBERLYJ9

Create a fancy pasta dish in as much time as it takes to boil water.

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

You'll get 100% of your daily vitamin C with this dish!

Lean and versatile, this recipe is the little black dress of your healthy recipe arsenal. Cook this roast on a Sunday and enjoy it throughout the week. We used no salt, just pepper for a truly flavorful roast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is THE most popular recipe on SparkRecipes. We've added more vegetables and reduced the sodium drastically to make it even better.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Dress up packaged cornbread with sweet honey-roasted corn and spicy jalapenos. The chipotle-honey butter adds even more flavor for little effort.

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

Mama knows best! This New Orleans-style one pot meal is hearty, tasty, and healthy!

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

Growing up in the South, sausage gravy was a staple on our breakfast table, so I wanted to create a healthier version--with a secret ingredient.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a quick meal you can throw together with your favorite fresh and/or frozen veggies. Eat as a main entree or serve with another protein, such as tofu or chicken.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Turn your favorite side dish into something special in just a few minutes. Only five ingredients and packed with flavor, this dish is a winner!

Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

Stretch your party budget by turning pricey smoked salmon into a tasty dip! It's ready in no time and is sure to impress your guests.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Chef Meg's homemade and natural ricotta cheese is easy to make and a fun project for someone who likes to cook.

In summertime, when herbs are abundant and fresh berries are in season, it's the perfect time to try this. You can even get the kids involved.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A hearty meal casserole that satisfies! Trade ground turkey for beef in this recipe to cut a few calories and grams of fat, but I love the real deal.

Submitted by KITHKINCAID

You will think you are dining in a screened in-porch with the colonel as your host when you bite into this pan-fried chicken.

Submitted by SPARKSOLUTION

This recipe is from the Weight Watchers 5 Star Cookbook. I changed a couple of the ingredients, and it is delicious. I love that the fat content is .6g total fat!

Submitted by GZELLEFRO

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

This protein-packed dish is free of wheat and dairy, perfect for those with allergies. Nutritional yeast lends a cheesy flavor to the dish, while tahini adds richness.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

We swapped shrimp for crab in this Chinese takeout favorite to save sodium and money, but we didn't skimp on flavor!

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

Chef Meg Galvin turned this member-submitted recipe into a hearty entree that's bursting with flavor by reducing the amount of oil used and changing some of the cooking techniques to maximize taste.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

I usually go for the more complicated recipes, assuming that the more ingredients and preparation steps, the better. This recipe has changed the way I look at simplicity when it comes to cooking. Fancy spices be darned--this is the only way I'll cook salmon any more!

Submitted by VRAKLIS

If you want a stock packed with flavor, this is the one to make. Change it up: Add ginger for Asian-style stock and garlic for Italian flair.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This quick and easy meal is a hit with kids. If they can't tolerate spicy foods, reduce or omit the sriracha.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option.

Submitted by BCJL13

I combined all my favorite Greek ingredients, layered them in a dish and created a dip that's a hit at parties or family game night.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG