Laurie's specials
(37 Recipes) Created by LAURIEAKEL
Recipes in this Collection
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A fantastic side dish that is quick and easy to make. Submitted by ACROQUES Carbs: 4g | Fat: 7.2g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 12g | Calories: 123.2
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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. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 54.9
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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
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Submitted by JULZ654 Carbs: 14.2g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 25.7g | Calories: 186.6
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A refreshing alternative to tuna salad. Pair with tomatoes and cucumber for a light lunch. Submitted by JLPNURSE Carbs: 20.4g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 27.6g | Calories: 219.1
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This soups works well with most vegetables from the garden-- experiment and use vegetables that are in season. Chef Meg was inspired to create this meal after a trip to the farmers market. Be creative and use whatever vegetables you have on hand! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 26.3g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 6.4g | Protein: 5.4g | Calories: 160.2
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A quick and easy pasta dish perfect for any night of the week. Submitted by LILYANN2 Carbs: 25.4g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 4.7g | Protein: 14.3g | Calories: 207.6
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Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 1.1g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 8.8
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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
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Rich and creamy, this risotto is full of whole grains and vegetables. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 33.5g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 8g | Calories: 220.2
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Use leftover roast beef to make this quick, hearty, healthy soup. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 4.7g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 15.9g | Calories: 119.6
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This dish is perfect for busy nights. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 33.8g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 5.3g | Protein: 31.6g | Calories: 334.8
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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 Carbs: 12.8g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 28g | Calories: 193.7
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This is a really filling soup that's easy to make. Each serving is a hearty 2 cups! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 39.9g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 8.9g | Protein: 28.1g | Calories: 289.8
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4 ingredients, 5 minutes of prep time--and no mess to clean up! Submitted by 3BOYZ2FEED Carbs: 10.1g | Fat: 8.8g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 55.5g | Calories: 348.4
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All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 14.4g | Fat: 12.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 10.2g | Calories: 191.9
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If you have nine ingredients, including cannellini beans, red bell peppers, romaine lettuce, bacon and Simply Dressed® Ranch Salad Dressing, you can toss together this amazing salad. This recipe is from a SparkPeople sponsor. Submitted by SIMPLY_DRESSED Carbs: 14.2g | Fat: 15.3g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 212
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We tend to think of herbs as garnishes, but parsley takes a starring role in this fresh pesto. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 5g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 23.8g | Calories: 157
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Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 25.5g | Calories: 171.7
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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. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 29.2g | Fat: 14.1g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 47.7g | Calories: 413.7
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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. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 30.1g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 5.7g | Calories: 180.3
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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
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Think you dislike beets? Not after trying this recipe! Roasting brings out the beets' natural sweetness, and the feta offers a nice, salty contrast. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 14g | Fat: 14.4g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 5g | Calories: 201.3
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Quick and easy chicken dish that looks and tastes like you went to a lot of work. Submitted by CARPROTH Carbs: 32.7g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 10.2g | Protein: 36.2g | Calories: 352.9
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Tasty and good for you! Submitted by CHELLESHOCKED Carbs: 31.4g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 24.4g | Calories: 266.3
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Chef Meg lowered the fat and calories in this member-submitted recipe, which contains two servings of cooked vegetables per portion! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 10.9g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 237.3
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This hearty soup is perfect for when there is a chill in the air, and you want dinner waiting for you as you walk in the door. NOTE: You must soak the beans overnight. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 33.2g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 16.2g | Protein: 18.4g | Calories: 216.5
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Most pasta salads are heavy on the pasta and light on everything else. This version, which can be served warm or cold, includes a hefty portion of vegetables--both spinach and tomatoes. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 33g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 12g | Calories: 267.1
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Keep summer's freshest green beans around a bit longer by making quick refrigerator pickles. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 5.9g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 23.8
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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 Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 27.6g | Calories: 164.9
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This tomato soup is so rich and thick you'll swear it's laden with cream and butter. The trick is really good tomatoes. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 14.3g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 98.9
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Pumpkin is subbed for butter in this lowfat treat! Cranberries and almonds add flavor and nutrition! Submitted by CMWELLS83 Carbs: 14.4g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 1.6g | Calories: 64.3
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A healthier alternative to the bacon-laden warm spinach salad, this is a nice side dish for cool weather. Submitted by BRYNWRITES4FOOD Carbs: 8.8g | Fat: 26.1g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 9.6g | Calories: 297.8
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Who says you have to serve fajitas in a flour tortilla? Instead of serving peppers in the fajitas, I serve fajitas in a roasted pepper! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 30.5g | Fat: 9.9g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 31.8g | Calories: 339.1
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A perfect oven to table dish that can be easily adapted to suit your pantry and palate. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 45.6g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 28.8g | Calories: 372.4
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I love faux frying foods using panko. This crunchy, spicy chicken would be great on a taco salad. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 19.5g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 29.9g | Calories: 220.8
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