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Karen's Lo-cal Cookbook

Karen's Lo-cal Cookbook

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Recipes in this Collection

Skillet Lasagna
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: I have made lasagne with cottage cheese before but this a much quicker recipe and it sounds so delicious.

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

Carbs: 33.3g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 27.2g | Calories: 336.5
Very Good 4.0/5

Cookbook creator says: This sounds really good and I will make it.

Carbs: 5.8g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 38.2
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: I have been making ice-cream substitue with 1 cup cottage cheese and frozen fruit of your choice in food processor but this sounds good too.

Submitted by MARIAOROURKE05

Carbs: 15.4g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 4g | Calories: 83.8
Crab Melt
Very Good 4.1/5

Submitted by AMYELISE

Carbs: 32.4g | Fat: 9.6g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 20.3g | Calories: 296.3
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: My friend who has joined SparkPeople is coming for lunch tomorrow and I will serve this. It sounds really good but I will use peaches in their own juice ,Splenda brown sugar and only 1 Tbs. margarine.

Submitted by TANIST

Carbs: 23.4g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 113.7
Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Very Good 4.4/5

Cookbook creator says: My husband grilled these mushrooms and brushed a little olive oil on them and they were delicious. He put a slice of heart smart cheese on his and he wants to have them again.

Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 3.7g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 83.7
Very Good 4.2/5

Sweet potatoes and bananas combine to make a flavorful low fat custard.

Carbs: 21.8g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 4.4g | Calories: 150.2
Very Good 4.2/5

Cookbook creator says: I like something quick and this recipe sounds really good.

Submitted by SUPERTROUPERJEN

Carbs: 47.7g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 291.9
 Mini Eggplant Pizzas
Very Good 4.3/5

Ditch the crust and boost your veggie intake with these eggplant "pizzas."

Submitted by GONZOSTAR

Carbs: 8.9g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 4.9g | Calories: 119.1
This recipe has been marked private.
raisin tea biscuits
Bad 1.0/5

Sweet Raisin tea biscuits.

Submitted by DPEEDY47

Carbs: 58.7g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 6.1g | Calories: 296.6
This recipe has been marked private.
Easy Low Fat Individual Peach Cobblers
Good 3.9/5

Who says you can't have dessert on a diet!!
This is an excellent way to enjoy a low fat, low calorie dessert.

Submitted by HOOTOWLRN

Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 80.9
Very Good 4.4/5

This chili recipe has a unique ingredient, by adding pumpkin (you never know it's there) you add more vitamins and fiber.

Submitted by LONGWAY2GO

Carbs: 16.5g | Fat: 8.6g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 18.2g | Calories: 211.7
Very Good 4.0/5

Submitted by MICHELE1010

Carbs: 11.9g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 84.7
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
No Bake Graham Cracker Cheesycake
Very Good 4.6/5

This is a delicious, light, refreshing dessert. It's low cal and sugar and can be made with the lite pie filling in any flavor. Note that this needs to be made the night before to soften the graham crackers.

Submitted by HOCKIMAMA

Carbs: 16.2g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 80.1
Very Good 4.3/5

Tastes like peach cobbler, without the crust.

Submitted by APRILDAWN678

Carbs: 38.2g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 163
Healthy Moussaka
Very Good 4.2/5

A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

Submitted by KHILKEY

Carbs: 20.4g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 11.3g | Calories: 171.9
Very Good 4.5/5

Try this easy-to-make apple pie!

Carbs: 51.2g | Fat: 11.5g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 310.1
Very Good 4.4/5

A healthy and delicious alternative to the traditional recipe.

Submitted by BARBSHAKESPEARE

Carbs: 33.8g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 9.4g | Protein: 17.3g | Calories: 262
Good 3.9/5

Submitted by KFRESCH

Carbs: 1.3g | Fat: 18.7g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 27g | Calories: 283.6
Bavarian Beef
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 12.7g | Fat: 11.9g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 35.8g | Calories: 304
Very Good 4.0/5

A fun appetizer!

Submitted by MISS_KITTY

Carbs: 1g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 27.3
15 Minute Chili
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Carbs: 32.3g | Fat: 13.3g | Fiber: 10.1g | Protein: 31.3g | Calories: 370.8
Very Good 4.7/5

Hummus is easy to buy premade, but it's so much more delicious when made fresh. Serve this low-fat version with bell pepper strips, cherry tomatoes, lightly steamed broccoli, cauliflower florets and baby carrots.

Submitted by SARBEAR7806

Carbs: 10.2g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 2.7g | Calories: 59.3
Good 3.9/5

Like lasagna without noodles, but packed with vegetables

Submitted by MADQWEEN

Carbs: 24.9g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 19.2g | Calories: 210.4
Applesauce Carrot Cake
Good 3.9/5

Applesauce makes this cake healthier than your regular cake.

Carbs: 21.5g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 145.8
Very Good 4.2/5

Submitted by AMYKAREENA

Carbs: 26.6g | Fat: 2.7g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 1.8g | Calories: 135.3
Curried Mango Pork Chops
Very Good 4.3/5

These sautéed pork chops with a curried pan sauce make a quick weeknight dinner.

Carbs: 19.9g | Fat: 11.1g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 24.6g | Calories: 274.6
Very Good 4.7/5

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Carbs: 7.6g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 2.7g | Calories: 65.1
Garden Vegetable Frittata
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: This is really a low calorie, highly nutritious recipe. Thanks

Submitted by RICKIEBETH

Carbs: 7.6g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 10.5g | Calories: 148.8
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
Shrimp Creole
Very Good 4.4/5

Cookbook creator says: I don't think the calorie count is that high. But this sounds so delicious and I will try it.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 45.1g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 22.8g | Calories: 302.1
Quinoa-Black Bean Casserole
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 31.7g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 9.1g | Protein: 13.8g | Calories: 204.5
One Minute Microwave Muffin
Very Good 4.5/5

Tight on time? This quick breakfast literally takes one minute. Set your stopwatch..and GO!

Submitted by KITHKINCAID

Carbs: 25.5g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 27.1g | Calories: 279
Curried Chicken Sandwiches
Very Good 4.2/5

This light recipe is great for lunch, supper, or both. It serves eight, so cook once and eat twice!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 24.6g | Fat: 8.8g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 15.5g | Calories: 230.7
Turkey Taco Salad
Good 3.9/5

Cookbook creator says: This sounds really delicious!

Submitted by KTDID525

Carbs: 25.9g | Fat: 10.5g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 25.3g | Calories: 293.1
Soft-Serve Banana 'Ice Cream'
Very Good 4.5/5

Cookbook creator says: Ice cream is something I have to have and this will help me to overcome. Thanks

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 108.5
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
Yogurt Jello
Very Good 4.5/5

Cookbook creator says: I will try this.

Submitted by YERVANT

Carbs: 4.4g | Fat: 0.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 4.2g | Calories: 48.6
Healthy, Fruity Breakfast Hand Tarts
Very Good 4.3/5

Ditch the toaster pastry. They're loaded with sugar and fat--and not much else. My hand tarts are full of fruit, and if you make them ahead of time your kids can grab them and go.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 32.7g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 175.4
Mini Sweet Potato Tarts
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Carbs: 33g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 151
Very Good 4.7/5

wonderful, no one ever guesses that this is sugar free and Never have any left overs

Submitted by MURKOV

Carbs: 5.2g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 24.3
Cottage Pumpkin Crustless Pie
Very Good 4.7/5

Nice healthy substitute for regular pumpkin pie. You will never have to miss out on that spicy pumpkin taste again!

Submitted by B2AUDACIOUS

Carbs: 22.4g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 11g | Calories: 189.4
Low Cholesterol Scalloped Potatoes
Very Good 4.3/5

A low-fat, heart healthy version of this traditional comfort food.

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 4.2g | Calories: 111.3
Zucchini Ribbons with Lemony Bread Crumbs
Very Good 4.1/5

Ever tried turning zucchini into "pasta"? With a vegetable peeler, it's easy to create ribbons of squash.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11g | Fat: 1.3g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 1.7g | Calories: 56.4
Cinnamon Glazed Almonds
O.K. 2.6/5

Whip up a batch and make sure to keep a stash hidden in your kitchen pantry when in the midst of a snack attack.

Submitted by ALMOND_BOARD

Carbs: 21g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 6g | Calories: 300
Slow Cooker Northern Bean and Spinach Soup
Very Good 4.5/5

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
Chocolate Fondue
Very Good 4.5/5

By choosing a darker chocolate and fat-free evaporated milk, Chef Meg was able to cut the calories of this chocolate dip in half!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 14.7g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 88.8
150-Calorie Chocolate Mousse
Good 3.5/5

When I want chocolate mousse, only the real deal will do. This version is low in fat, but it's still creamy and rich. The hardest part is waiting for it to cool!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 27.4g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 7.5g | Calories: 145.8
Light and Spicy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Good 3.9/5

Lemony coriander and smoky cumin pair perfectly with sharp Cheddar in this grown-up spin on scalloped potatoes.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 140.2
Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken
Very Good 4.5/5

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
Feta Mushroom Spinach Quiche
Very Good 4.5/5

Delicious and Healthful!!

Submitted by AURICAL

Carbs: 11.8g | Fat: 13.6g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 196.3
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