Cookbook creator says: Awesome, but can use a little "kick" (I used the lo-cal Safeway salsa)

Submitted by SKEYDOO

Cookbook creator says: Tasty

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A wonderful way to warm up from the warm chili and HOT spices!

Submitted by DMWOOD13

These meringues are a fun treat when served with low-fat vanilla ice cream and fresh fruit.

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

Submitted by JOGANRAY

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

A sure family favorite! Make it the night before and pop into the oven when you wake up.

I started making these instead of going to mcdonalds and now prefer them to fast food! Mcdonald's egg,bac.chz bagel is over 600 calories; my sandwich is under 250.

Submitted by B0GDANA

A lovely egg dish that highlights all the flavors of late spring. This dish can be made ahead of time and served room temperature. Perfect for brunch or even a light lunch!

Submitted by RICKIEBETH

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

Filling and sweet -- try this good-for-you treat!

A tasty way to get your veggies during BBQ season

Submitted by EMMAPALE

Take this simple, savory breakfast on the go!

Submitted by MEYLOSE

Quick and nutritious, this zesty take on pasta salad is a family favorite. Garnish with fresh herbs and black olives.

Submitted by RDEPASS

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

Ready in 25 minutes.

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

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Chef Meg lightened up a picnic and potluck favorite! Her secret ingredient (shh, don't tell!) is pickle juice.

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This no-hassle dish is a sure crowd pleaser! Packed with kid-friendly ingredients, it's a quick and nutritious meal that's adaptable, too.

Submitted by FORMERFATTY

This is a great dessert that's delicious when strawberries are in season.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by JLCROMP

Low-fat cottage cheese is the secret to the dressing in this delicious and simple summer side.

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

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

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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.

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A terrific dish when served over a bed of brown rice.

Submitted by SERRA55

Great alternative to the usual breakfast fare.

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

This is a great recipe when the garden is overflowing.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is so easy, you'll be ready to eat in no time!

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

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Submitted by AMY052800

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

Submitted by LYZ219

Serve these holiday cookies with a cup of tea or lowfat vanilla ice cream.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Great recipe for pot lucks. Each serving is worth 6 WW points.

Submitted by L@DYBUG

My mom gave me this recipe. She eats it daily. It is very tasty! I started losing weight after adding it to my regular diet. Sometimes I add hot sauce to spice it up a bit! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Submitted by KITKATK

Uses tortillas instead of chips for a healthier alternative

Submitted by JOYELYSE

My family loves to eat pancakes at Perkins and IHOP, but they are so unhealthy. I wanted a pancake that would provide better nutrition, so I developed this recipe instead. This has become a family favorite--even my teenagers love them! They are easy to make and taste so good, they are my "go to" breakfast when we have company.

Submitted by CASE4GRACE

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

Creamy pudding makes fantastic frozen treats.

A quick and easy pasta dish perfect for any night of the week.

Submitted by LILYANN2

I started making my own granola, and I wanted a recipe with no added fat.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

I love egg salad, so I decided I would make one lower in fat & Cholosteral

Submitted by SFPAINTER

In 15 minutes, this easy recipe will take the chill off a cold evening.

Submitted by JAMIEMONSTER

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

Submitted by AMROZ123

Panzanella is an Italian salad that can be found on trendy bistro menus in the hot summer months. This salad was invented when times were tough, as a way to use up stale bread.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a great meal for a busy night--for some added fun, bring out the chopsticks! Change up the veggies, and you'll have a new meal each time you make this dish.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

A healthy, mayo-free, but still delicious version of deviled eggs!

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

An experiment with leftovers yields a delightful, filling vegetarian meal.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Yummy!!

Submitted by KAHLGREN

This is such a hearty savory soup--and it's vegan! The color alone should win you over. By roasting the vegetables you get a sweet smoky smell and taste.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

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

Submitted by JOASIA1

Top this soup with toasted tortilla strips and serve with lime wedges and avocado slices.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Start your day with this hearty vitamin-rich granola.

A much quicker version of the Italian classic; less time, but no less taste.

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

I love this stew because it can be made from your pantry and freezer. I always keep red potatoes, turkey sausage, and beans on hand. It's great for those nights when you just don't want to brave the cold to go to the supermarket.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

I use this because I need something quick

Submitted by SALGMO

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

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

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Submitted by PSDAHRI

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!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by JENNLOVE

For a snack or dessert, they're good!

Submitted by FIREFLY75

Delicious whole grain waffle with no artificial ingredients.

Submitted by ANYA_ONION

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

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

This vegetarian chili uses some secret tricks to boost the flavor without adding calories!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This is a great kids’ meal, or cut each quesadilla into eight pieces for an appetizer.

Submitted by SPCOOKBOOK

My favorite Mexican restaurant serves a guacamole that's heavy on vegetables--and flavor. To slim it down even more, serve with carrots, celery and cucumber slices.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This chili is packed with flavor and fiber. Make a big batch for a crowd or freeze it in single-serving containers for up to 4 months.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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.

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Try using an English Cut Beef Roast. It is economical and flavorful. This cut of meat comes from the shoulder or neck area of the animal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These onions add flavor to any dish, from soups and sandwiches to stews and dips.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

Think outside the pie! This pumpkin smoothie is a sweet and healthy treat that kids will love.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A friend issued a challenge to cure a Nutella addiction. This recipe was just the ticket! No hydrogenated oils, fewer calories, less fat--and more fiber and protein!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

These cookies get a boost of nutrition from dried cherries, blueberries and cranberries.

Submitted by PHULLER

This Mexican pizza is a tasty alternative to traditional pizza. Add grilled chicken or cooked shrimp to change this up!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by RAEBRALOP

I used to love grabbing smoothies, until I stumbled across the nutrition facts! I was really in shock when I looked up the nutritional information for my favorite smoothie, the jamba juice banana berry smoothie. The smoothie can contain up to 560 calories, and GET THIS, 115g of sugar. You think you are doing something good for your body, instead you are overloading it with tons of added sugar and other hidden culprits like frozen yogurt and sherbet! While the froyo and sherbet they add are fat free, they are desserts in themselves, and not something I want in mid day pick me up.

I came up with a smoothie that is just as creamy, thick and sweet as jambas smoothies, without all the added calories, sugar, and frozen desserts.

Submitted by APHIAD

Calcium, protein, and vitamin packed, this quick snack will not leave you hungry.

When the craving for chocolate hits, try this Chocolate-Cinnamon Bread Pudding. The warm melted chocolate makes it a definite comfort food, while the whole wheat bread and evaporated skim milk adds to its nutritional punch.

This spring time stew is a must have at any Derby party! Traditionally made with pork, beef, chicken, and rabbit, I've added more veggies and lightened the meat. The best part: This is a slow cooker recipe, so the burgoo will be ready when the horses are loading into the gate.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Smoky cumin-rubbed pork gets topped with spicy sweet sauce for a quick weeknight meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Smoky from the cumin with a hidden serving of vegetables, this dip is equally delicious in a burrito as it is spread on tortilla chips.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Ditch the condensed "cream of whatever" soups and make this instead. You only need 10 minutes of hands-on cooking time for a filling yet light bowl of comforting soup.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This easy-to-assemble casserole is a tasty twist on enchiladas.

Submitted by SP_STEPF