This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! This was an excellent member-submitted recipe that required very few tweaks to improve its healthy profile.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Make this chicken the next you have company for dinner, and they'll swear you hired caterers. It tastes like it came from a restaurant, but for much less money and effort.

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This creme brulee recipe is full of flavor not fat--perfect for a dessert on a chilly evening.

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I love this spread this over whole wheat toast for breakfast with nut butter or to thicken my fall soups. My son Josh loves it with bananas. You won't believe I didn't add any sugar!

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As simple, sophisticated hors d'oeuvres.

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A healthy appetizer or side dish that's heavy on the veggies. Use store-bought or homemade hummus.

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This is truly just a little bite, but it packs so much flavor. You'll love this fancy appetizer! It proves that you can enjoy rich ingredients in small portions.

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These are light, fluffy, and only about 50 calories each!

Submitted by SKYSHOOTER44

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

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Want to know the secret to great chili? Start with great spices--and skip the packets at the supermarket, which are full of sugar and salt. Make your own to save money and skip the salt.

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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.

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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.

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Just like Chef Meg's mom (who was from Britain) used to make!

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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!

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There is room for red meat in a healthy lifestyle. The key is choosing lean cuts and healthful cooking methods.

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

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Forget buying packets of seasonings. They're expensive and often full of salt. Save sodium and money by making this easy herb blend. Use it in sauces, soups, stews, on meats... anywhere you want to add Italian flavor without fat or sodium!

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Looking for a simple curry that's flavorful but not too hot? This hearty stew fits the bill.

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This soup is packed with flavor yet low in fat. You can customize it with any vegetables or protein you have on hand.

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What a treat these burgers are! I love how the tangy flavor of the sauce and the peppery notes of the greens play off the savory burger.

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I love a good sandwich, one that's so big you have to smash to fit into your mouth. This one is big on flavor, light on fat!

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

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Serve on whole-wheat buns with plenty of veggies, and you'll have a BBQ meal that even a meat lover will crave again and again.

So good, you'll think someone brought home takeout!

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Puttanesca is one of my favorite Italian sauces. This version turns ordinary dried brown lentils into real comfort food.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This is my go-to dressing. I use it on everything from steamed veggies to salads and sandwiches.

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

We tend to think of herbs as garnishes, but parsley takes a starring role in this fresh pesto.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

No, you did not just walk into a fancy restaurant. You can make this springtime dish in your own kitchen--in mere minutes!

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Cold, it crunches and pops in your mouth with a bold, nutty taste. Hot, it becomes smooth and more mellow. Either way, buckwheat (kasha) is a healthy, hearty breakfast.

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There's nothing like the rich, juicy flavor of fresh tomatoes. That flavor is used to full advantage in this salad, which includes heirloom tomatoes, corn, onions, mozzarella and Simply Dressed® Balsamic Salad Dressing. This recipe is from a SparkPeople sponsor.

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