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Many of these recipes I have used and have them here for my convenience to use over and over again.

(75 Recipes) Created by PENNEYV

Recipes in this Collection

Incredible! 5.0/5

Cookbook creator says: I omitted the butter and used 2 T of fat free yogurt with good results, consequently I also used pan spray.

Submitted by AMARANTHUS

Carbs: 18.4g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 2.4g | Calories: 95.9
Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: Added 1/4 cup dried dates. Nicer than banana muffins.

Submitted by JOJOMKE

Carbs: 20.5g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 93.5
Very Good 4.3/5

Friend bought some "just cranberries" (they are dried cranberries) and didn't like the taste, I took them and made wonderful muffins.

Submitted by CBSPECIAL

Carbs: 21.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 4.7g | Calories: 126.5
Very Good 4.3/5

High in fiber and low in fat-- a great way to start you day!

Submitted by KARRI25

Carbs: 34.9g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 7.7g | Calories: 188.3
Very Good 4.4/5

Crispy, garlic seasonedl oven fries, low fat

Submitted by LAYCEY

Carbs: 33g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 4.2g | Calories: 144
Very Good 4.2/5

These mildly sweet muffins make great snacks during the fall and winter!

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Carbs: 8.8g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 52.5
Good 3.5/5

Submitted by MJ121799

Carbs: 24.5g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 4.4g | Calories: 130.7
Incredible! 5.0/5

Cookbook creator says: try this

Submitted by ROSEHIP:-)

Carbs: 12.5g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 52.2
Very Good 4.2/5

This recipe creates its own thin crust and can easily be made vegan.

Submitted by STILLFLYIN

Carbs: 32.1g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 161.6
Five Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
Good 3.4/5

This is chocolate cake in a coffee cup...with a few changes to make it healthier

Submitted by SPITFIRE12

Carbs: 42.7g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 6.3g | Calories: 198.1
Very Good 4.6/5

I would like to share this recipe as it is somewhat like Mrs. Dash,but you can make your own.And, we like to have it fresh and on supply.

Submitted by FIDDLER4JESUS

Carbs: 39.7g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 212.8
100 Calorie Cinnamon Pancakes!
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by AMROZ123

Carbs: 18.2g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 5.2g | Calories: 92.6
Black Bean and Cabbage
Very Good 4.0/5

It's loaded with all kinds of tasty veggies.

Carbs: 54.8g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 11.5g | Protein: 10.6g | Calories: 300.8
Very Good 4.1/5

A great side dish that complements any entree.

Submitted by VICKYGAYLE

Carbs: 12.1g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 53.3
Incredible! 5.0/5

Red sweet pepper,winter squash, and cilantro brighten this spicy soup, making this one-dish meal the perfect family dinner.

Submitted by LADYBUG459

Carbs: 19.6g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 18.2g | Calories: 182.7
Low Fat Dark Chocolate Muffins
Very Good 4.6/5

These muffins are sweet and chocolatey; you'd never guess they're low fat

Submitted by SBMMYERS

Carbs: 38.9g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 3.9g | Calories: 216.9
Very Good 4.2/5

Tired of the same ol' green beans? Then, try this recipe!

Submitted by BETINA1

Carbs: 13.9g | Fat: 9.4g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 3.3g | Calories: 140.8
Very Good 4.5/5

I've got a lot of cajun in me, and there are some recipes I can't live without! This is classic red beans and rice like my mama makes, only without any animal.

Submitted by KMCQUAGE

Carbs: 48.6g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 18.5g | Protein: 14.9g | Calories: 277.3
Incredible! 5.0/5

My grandmother's crusty bread. This is extremely easy to make. Its great for use with soups, pastas, and as croutons.

Submitted by LEGOS2STILETTOS

Carbs: 36.5g | Fat: 2.3g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 5.2g | Calories: 186.2

Super Easy and pretty tasty low fat biscuits!

Submitted by MOXIE6

Carbs: 9g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 1.8g | Calories: 45.4
Incredible! 5.0/5

A friend makes these for an oil drilling camp -- I've made 'em low fat

Submitted by JESPAH

Carbs: 28.4g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 4.7g | Calories: 142.7
Coconut Meringue Cookies
Very Good 4.5/5

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

Submitted by SKYSHOOTER44

Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 50.6

This is for my record of an adapted recipe

Submitted by PENNEYV

Carbs: 14g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 95.4
O.K. 2.8/5

All the great taste of fudge, no sugar! Great for any "diet". I like it as a spread on bagels myself, but, a great little chocolate treat, with less guilt!

Submitted by EVILMICHELLE666

Carbs: 2.9g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 5.4g | Calories: 46.2
Good 3.3/5

Best Peanut Butter Fudge I've Ever Eaten.

Submitted by CATCHRISTA50

Carbs: 19.1g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 1g | Calories: 90

Cookbook creator says: Work on these to correct nutrition count. Fat I know is wrong. Use black beans perhaps.

Submitted by NANCYBFULLER

Carbs: 26.7g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 0.6g | Calories: 119.7

These can be cut into bars
The size of a card deck is approximately 45 calories

Submitted by JOGIKA

Carbs: 1.6g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0.2g | Calories: 21
Good 3.5/5

Great served with our Chili Lime Tortilla Chips.

Carbs: 9.5g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 2.6g | Calories: 47.4
Very Good 4.0/5

I took an old family favorite and converted it by using sugar free jello, diet coke and fat free cream cheese. I also reduced the amount of pecans, but chopping fine still spreads the nutty taste around.

Submitted by PENNEYV

Carbs: 3.9g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 4g | Calories: 50.3

Pumpkin cream cheese roll with egg beaters and low-fat cream cheese

Submitted by METSFAN81

Carbs: 31.5g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 6.4g | Calories: 203.7
World's Best Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Very Good 4.5/5

This slimmed down version of your favorite dip is easy to make--and it's light enough for you to load up on it!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 65.9
Very Good 4.0/5

Cookbook creator says: 1/3/09
made with 3 cup milk & increased propotionally
Used real sugar because of issues with artificial
used 2 real eggs & 1 egg substitute. Try the other way around next time.

Submitted by MSTRAWBS

Carbs: 7g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 3.5g | Calories: 41.6
Good 3.8/5

great tasting and filling muffins

Submitted by PAULAHOHL

Carbs: 15.3g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 113.4
Very Good 4.1/5

Courtesy of the NLHB, part of the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services www.nhlbi.nih.gov

Carbs: 26.2g | Fat: 6.8g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 3.8g | Calories: 178.9
Alyson's Vegetarian Chili
Very Good 4.3/5

This vegetarian chili can be made on the stove top or in a slow cooker.

Submitted by AEGARRISON

Carbs: 58.4g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 15.5g | Protein: 14.7g | Calories: 279.8
Very Good 4.4/5

Use this whole-wheat and cornmeal crust to make my delicious Mexican pizza.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 18g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 97.7

Submitted by JUNEBUG2671

Carbs: 34.4g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 4.3g | Calories: 279.2

Great for picnics & parties!

Submitted by CATALYA

Carbs: 24.8g | Fat: 4.7g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 222.6

We use this dressing for my fat free Oriental Chicken Salad. We love it, and it is fat free...I usually double or triple the recipe to have some on hand...just for fat free dipping too!! Yummy!!

Submitted by TEASJOURNEY

Carbs: 8.5g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 40.8
Very Good 4.2/5

An even healthier version of this Mexican classic.

Submitted by JESSNEW

Carbs: 25.2g | Fat: 10.8g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 21.4g | Calories: 324
Tortilla Pinwheels
Very Good 4.2/5

Great for a party. It's actually something low fat to munch on!

Carbs: 26.6g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 5.3g | Calories: 144.4
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: Made a version of this that will fit our taste. Very good!

Submitted by ANNIEHOWELL

Carbs: 30.6g | Fat: 3.8g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 10.6g | Calories: 194.2

Add more or less curry for your taste and serve over rice and top with peanuts as desired (rice and peanuts not included in calorie count).

Submitted by ANG1ROBERTS

Carbs: 17.2g | Fat: 13.6g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 22.8g | Calories: 268.7
Very Good 4.7/5

I got the basic recipe from Dierberg's and used my own approximations based on the order of ingredients. My friends and family love it! This version makes 4 cups or 8 servings of 1/2 cup each. You can eat it warm also and it tastes like a loaded baked potato!

Submitted by RUMBAMEL

Carbs: 16.1g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 4.7g | Calories: 128.4
Very Good 4.5/5

Black Bean Salsa

Submitted by JANAE55

Carbs: 8.8g | Fat: 1.7g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 56.7
Healthy Chicken Vegetable Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

Cookbook creator says: I added 1/2 fat free sour cream, 1/2 chopped onion, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Worked very well!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 8.8g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 320.6
Chicken Escondido
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: left out oil & used pan spray to lower fat

Submitted by CARPROTH

Carbs: 32.7g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 10.2g | Protein: 36.2g | Calories: 352.9
Chicken & Asparagus Pasta
Very Good 4.1/5

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
Grilled Roasted Vegetables with Pineapple
Very Good 4.4/5

These tasty roasted vegetables can be cooked on the grill or roasted in the oven! The pineapple adds a wonderful sweetness to the vegetables. This recipe is easily modified to include your favorite vegetables or spices.

Submitted by HONEYLEA

Carbs: 17.1g | Fat: 7.2g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 2.2g | Calories: 135.2
Crispy Ranch Chicken
Very Good 4.5/5

Submitted by 2BHOTT

Carbs: 15.1g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 35.1g | Calories: 232
Very Good 4.4/5

Cookbook creator says: Add extra cilantro, garlic and enchilada sauce for more flavor

Submitted by ONECALMMOM

Carbs: 31.6g | Fat: 8.5g | Fiber: 8.6g | Protein: 15.7g | Calories: 239.6
Healthy Deviled Eggs from FANNETASTIC FOOD
Very Good 4.0/5

Cookbook creator says: try

Submitted by FANNETASTICFOOD

Carbs: 2.3g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 10.4g | Calories: 117.2
Incredible! 5.0/5

Cookbook creator says: need to try this Sodium ok

Submitted by MARLENAC85

Carbs: 6.3g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 34.3g | Calories: 194.1
Very Good 4.1/5

These are wonderful! I take the pan juices after cooking and make gravy out of it. Really good over whole wheat noodles.

Submitted by CHERYL002

Carbs: 12g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 27.6g | Calories: 205.5
Shrimp Creole
Very Good 4.4/5

One bite and you're transported to Louisiana!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 45.1g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 6.3g | Protein: 22.8g | Calories: 302.1
Incredible! 5.0/5

Now, let me say first, I am not claiming this is a "healthy crazy good for ya" bread. It's just plain good and is better for you than most store bought HFCS breads. :)
I am posting this since I have close friends who eat this bread every time I make it and they need access to the info.

Submitted by MOMRITZ

Carbs: 34.7g | Fat: 4.7g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 4.9g | Calories: 200.4
This recipe has been marked private.
Stuffed Mexican Shells
Very Good 4.8/5

Carly Rules...My coworker had an awesome recipe that I wanted to try...but of course had to change it up to lower the fat...since I gain 5 pounds just LOOKING at food...
These work out to be 1.5 WW point per shell or 3 points per serving (2 shells).

Submitted by BONFIRE8171

Carbs: 21.2g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 16.4g | Calories: 166.6
Very Good 4.5/5

Submitted by DILBERTA

Carbs: 16.6g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 4.3g | Calories: 84.5

Cookbook creator says: not low fat,low sodium or low cal, but sound delicious

Submitted by BROKENKITTEN

Carbs: 36.6g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 225.4

Cookbook creator says: lower fat pretzels try this one first

Submitted by JSBERNHOLT

Carbs: 88.1g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 10.8g | Calories: 400.5
Homemade Ricotta Cheese
Very Good 4.6/5

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

Carbs: 1.5g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 39.1
Whole Wheat Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes
Very Good 4.4/5

These moist pancakes are lightly spiced for the palate of my young child. If you like a bit more pizazz, you can increase the spices or add others. Cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice both work nicely here.

Submitted by ANNE_SP

Carbs: 15.1g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 74.3

Submitted by PENNEYV

Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 9g | Calories: 190.2
Very Good 4.3/5

A basic pizza crust I learned to make in the Mediterranean.

Submitted by DAMIENDUCKS

Carbs: 21.3g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 3.2g | Calories: 124.5
Vegetarian Black Bean Cakes with Orange-Basil Salsa
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: try next

Submitted by BCJL13

Carbs: 48.3g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 13.6g | Protein: 14.2g | Calories: 294.2
Not-Fried Shrimp with Japanese Cocktail Sauce
Very Good 4.4/5

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
Better than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

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
Slow Cooker Strawberry-Rhubarb Conserve
Good 3.9/5

It looks like jam, but it's bursting with whole fruit and thick enough to eat with a fork. Serve over pork roast, on top of yogurt or cottage cheese, or on your morning toast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.9g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 52.8
No Salt Fajita Rub
Very Good 4.4/5

Use this spice blend on any grilled meat or fish: try pork, steak, shrimp, or even salmon! You will want to make a big batch of the spice rub to always have some on hand.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 3.1g | Fat: 1.1g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 0.8g | Calories: 19.8
Cheesy Grilled Banana Peppers
Very Good 4.4/5

These sophisticated popped are stuffed with creamy Gouda cheese, a bit of bacon, and tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 10.4g | Fat: 7.8g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 8.9g | Calories: 144.1
Homemade Multi-Purpose Baking Mix
Good 3.6/5

This homemade baking mix incorporates whole-wheat flour and costs about the same per serving as the national brand.

Submitted by BRYNWRITES4FOOD

Carbs: 23.5g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 140
Very Good 4.6/5

A good use of the left over turkey from Thanksgiving or just to have at any time.

Submitted by BRIEANNAKIM

Carbs: 37.4g | Fat: 19.2g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 7.4g | Calories: 338.6
Slow Cooker Meatloaf
Good 3.8/5

This meatloaf has the best of both worlds: a great crust and a moist interior! The trick is lining your slow cooker and creating a water bath. Trust me, it's worth the effort!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 17.3g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 27.1g | Calories: 234.2

Cookbook creator says: Try in cast iron skillet next time.

Submitted by MRSPRINCESS07

Carbs: 21.4g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 80.3
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