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SPARKLYOLDBAG'S KEEPERS

SPARKLYOLDBAG'S KEEPERS

Healthy and delicious recipes that have been deemed "Keepers" by my family!

(62 Recipes) Created by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Recipes in this Collection

YUM YUM YUM!!!

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 23.5g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 35.2g | Calories: 323.5
Very Good 4.7/5

Spicy HOT!

Submitted by TESSFROMWA

Carbs: 8g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 31.5g | Calories: 263.9
Skillet Lasagna
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

Carbs: 33.3g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 27.2g | Calories: 336.5
Shrimp and Sausage Etoufee
Very Good 4.5/5

This is my healthy version of shrimp and sausage etoufee. It's very filling!

Submitted by KASKEE0

Carbs: 32.9g | Fat: 10.1g | Fiber: 8.1g | Protein: 24.1g | Calories: 320.3
This recipe has been marked private.
Very Good 4.5/5

A soup that's full of taste and full of Vitamin C.

Submitted by ORCAGRRRL

Carbs: 13g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 20.7g | Calories: 223.1

Submitted by TESSFROMWA

Carbs: 51.7g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 16.6g | Protein: 38.5g | Calories: 345
Spicy Thai Chicken
Very Good 4.6/5

From Good Housekeeping. Use more ginger and some Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce to spice it up a bit more!

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 9g | Fat: 3.9g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 29.2g | Calories: 192.1
Very Good 4.9/5

Fresh light dinner with great flavor, the size of this recipe is great for two if your husband eats two portions. :)

Submitted by RAMARAMA

Carbs: 25.8g | Fat: 13.5g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 27.3g | Calories: 330.7
Very Good 4.3/5

Delicious and Health Sidedish. Even my kids love it.

Submitted by TESSFROMWA

Carbs: 7.2g | Fat: 11.5g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 220.6
Very Good 4.5/5

Carbs: 6.7g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 24.3g | Calories: 157.2
Very Good 4.0/5

Satisfies that pizza craving!

Submitted by TESSFROMWA

Carbs: 31.8g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 18.1g | Protein: 25.6g | Calories: 288.4
This recipe has been marked private.
This recipe has been marked private.
Sesame Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry
Very Good 4.3/5

Start on your way toward eating five servings of fruits and vegetables a day with this delicious stir-fry, flavored with traditional Chinese spices and a touch of sesame oil. The combination of broccoli and red peppers contributes over 100% of the daily requirement of vitamin C.

Submitted by ORANGECOWCAT

Carbs: 50.5g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 33.1g | Calories: 388.4
Lowfat Cheeseburger Pie
Very Good 4.3/5

A lighter version of an old classic. Made with Heart Smart Bisquick and Ground Turkey instead of beef.

Submitted by TXCYNDI

Carbs: 10.2g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 20.6g | Calories: 163.5

Great soup, easy to make.. crock pot

Submitted by FUNKY-MONKEY822

Carbs: 28.4g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 24g | Calories: 235.1

Another Bobby Flay Recipe

Submitted by TMCHAPMAN

Carbs: 4.7g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 21.9g | Calories: 223.7

Submitted by SHAKE_IT_CALI

Carbs: 24.5g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 276.3
Very Good 4.6/5

From Oct 2008 edition of Runner's World

Submitted by BREES25

Carbs: 37.7g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 7.8g | Protein: 15.5g | Calories: 305.2
Curry Chicken Thighs
Very Good 4.5/5

Curried chicken thighs great to serve with rice and broccoli

Submitted by SUPERSARAH79

Carbs: 24g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 14g | Calories: 191

With baby spinach and cannellini beans, this pasta is full of fiber, iron, and protein for a well-rounded and filling dinner in a pinch.

From Prevention.com

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 47.1g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 11.4g | Protein: 42.2g | Calories: 400.9
One Skillet Chicken, Mushroom and Spinach
Very Good 4.0/5

Low in fat but big on flavor—this healthy, vitamin-rich meal of tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, and chicken goes from stovetop to table in a flash.

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 15.2g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 35.7g | Calories: 256.8
Spicy Taco Soup
Very Good 4.7/5

This is a hearty soup that is great for the whole gang! The easiest soup you will ever make!

Submitted by GENIETEST

Carbs: 29.6g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 8.5g | Protein: 17.9g | Calories: 281.5
Very Good 4.0/5

From Kraft Foods online

Submitted by CCSDESIGN04

Carbs: 6g | Fat: 7.5g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 2.5g | Calories: 100.6
White Chili with Ground Turkey
Good 3.5/5

"Browned ground turkey and cannellini beans are combined with green chilies, onion and garlic in this chicken stock based soup seasoned with cumin, oregano and cinnamon. Serve with grated jack cheese."

Submitted by BIZAZNASTY

Carbs: 34.8g | Fat: 12.6g | Fiber: 7.6g | Protein: 35.7g | Calories: 396

Submitted by TAMBOURINEDREAM

Carbs: 24.4g | Fat: 21.9g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 25.6g | Calories: 398.2
Very Good 4.7/5

Submitted by REGGEED

Carbs: 8.4g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 4.8g | Calories: 71.3
Very Good 4.3/5

Chili

Submitted by CAROL381

Carbs: 34.3g | Fat: 17g | Fiber: 9.1g | Protein: 10.7g | Calories: 311.9
Very Good 4.2/5

Submitted by JENNDOSSETT

Carbs: 11.4g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 2.4g | Protein: 21.5g | Calories: 243.2
Incredible! 5.0/5

Low Fat Turkey Chili

Submitted by KCFEMME

Carbs: 19.8g | Fat: 8.4g | Fiber: 6.4g | Protein: 29.6g | Calories: 269.3
This recipe has been marked private.
This recipe has been marked private.
California Roll in a Bowl
Very Good 4.6/5

Delicious and easy, this salad combines all of my favorite sushi ingredients in one bowl! And, because it's based on a California roll, it uses fully cooked seafood.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 27.3g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 6g | Protein: 6.5g | Calories: 199.1
hummus low fat version w/ tahini
Very Good 4.5/5

This is a low fat version of the classic with a lot less fat and tons more zesty flavor!

Submitted by CINDYSIOUX

Carbs: 4.8g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 1.6g | Calories: 41.5
Very Good 4.7/5

My family loves this recipe. Chicken can be substituted for the shrimp. This recipe is simple to make. I use fat free chicken broth to greatly reduce the calories.

Submitted by WATOGA17

Carbs: 34.7g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 30.2g | Calories: 326.6
Thai Noodle Salad
Very Good 4.5/5

You'll get 100% of your daily vitamin C with this dish!

Carbs: 26g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 19.4g | Calories: 235.9
Chicken Curry
Very Good 4.5/5

an old family recipe

Submitted by ASRIFFE

Carbs: 32.3g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 12.4g | Calories: 213.4
Spicy Garlic Baby Bok Choy
Very Good 4.2/5

hate veggies? you'll love this!

Submitted by CHELLETRON

Carbs: 3.7g | Fat: 4.7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 62.6

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 35.7g | Calories: 311

This Italian classic is an ultimate comfort food. The vegetables are cooked and some are reserved for a topping; then the rest are gently mashed, leaving the soup slightly chunky.

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 51.4g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 14.9g | Protein: 16.4g | Calories: 305.7

Serve warm or at room temperature

Makes about 9 1/2 cups

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 54.6g | Fat: 10.8g | Fiber: 9.7g | Protein: 10.8g | Calories: 321.1
Thai Chicken Coconut Soup
Very Good 4.2/5

This sweet and spicy soup is a staple of Thai takeout. Chef Meg recreated it for a fraction of the cost and sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 141.5
Very Good 4.8/5

Original recipe calls for regular breakfast sausage, such as Jimmy Dean. But I found this substitute to taste just as good and much less fat and healthier. A great grab and go breakfast. Make ahead and wrap individually in the refridge, micro for 30 seconds on high and go!!

Submitted by PUSHWAIT

Carbs: 5g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 32g | Calories: 277.4

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 9.7g | Fat: 9.7g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 4.6g | Calories: 107

Submitted by BARBARASDIET

Carbs: 23.9g | Fat: 16.7g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 20.5g | Calories: 325.6

Delicious and hearty 2 cup servings

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 38g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 10.6g | Protein: 19.3g | Calories: 257.9
Very Good 4.4/5

A low fat and reduced sodium Chinese feast!

Submitted by CINDEEMCD

Carbs: 58.1g | Fat: 8.8g | Fiber: 8g | Protein: 13g | Calories: 353.3

A fabulous Weight Watchers Recipe (7 pts per serving)

Tastes just as good without the sesame oil!

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 46.9g | Fat: 5.8g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 25g | Calories: 348.7

Submitted by A1KAYOS

Carbs: 31.5g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 19.3g | Calories: 260.5
Very Good 4.8/5

From Better Homes & Gardens New Cook Book (1981), page 756.

Submitted by DEBORAHMM1

Carbs: 12.3g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 8.8g | Calories: 129.8
Easy Poached Eggs and Pasta
Very Good 4.2/5

I can't get enough of this easy recipe; it's ready in 15 minutes!The still-runny egg yolk adds a creaminess to the sauce and perfectly mixes with the spinach.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 53.9g | Fat: 6.5g | Fiber: 6.9g | Protein: 18.1g | Calories: 337.3
Very Good 4.4/5

Submitted by KLR397

Carbs: 22.3g | Fat: 10.8g | Fiber: 6.5g | Protein: 18.5g | Calories: 252.2
Petite Pecan Tarts
Very Good 4.5/5

I love to increase the nutrition of baked goods by adding whole grains. That's the secret to these pecan tarts.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 15.4g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 1.6g | Calories: 102.5
Mini Cheesecakes
Very Good 4.5/5

Who can resist thick, creamy decadent cheesecake? Try this low-fat version in the single serving size.

Carbs: 14.4g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 6g | Calories: 120.6
California Style Chicken Cordon Bleu
Very Good 4.3/5

This recipe takes a traditional French dish and gives it a California twist. A good portion of the fat comes from the avocado, which has mostly heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

This recipe serves one, but go ahead and make a few more servings so you'll have leftovers.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 25.5g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 33g | Calories: 366.6
Incredible! 5.0/5

This is a great lite dip or it can be used in place of sour cream on top of enchiladas, in tacos, etc. or in place of mayo on a sandwhich!!

Submitted by ***LISA***

Carbs: 5.1g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 3.4g | Calories: 34.2
Black Bean 'Hummus'
Very Good 4.2/5

Hummus goes South of the Border!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 20.9g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 7.1g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 122.7

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 37.2g | Fat: 10.3g | Fiber: 6g | Protein: 26.3g | Calories: 339.7
Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo (Chef Meg's Makeover)
Very Good 4.2/5

Chef Meg added flavor with parsley and capers to cut the salt, reduced the cooking time and used hearty plum tomatoes instead of canned.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 39.3g | Fat: 2.4g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 34.5g | Calories: 325.1
Kentucky Hot Brown
Very Good 4.2/5

A hot brown is a Southern classic: An open-faced turkey sandwich is topped with a cheesy sauce, bacon and tomatoes. This one's a lot lighter, but you'd never know from the taste.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 36.5g | Fat: 10.9g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 345
Thai Chicken and String Beans
Incredible! 5.0/5

Fabulous Weight Watchers recipe - this has become a favorite!

Submitted by KETTLEBELLJUNKY

Carbs: 7.4g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 25.6g | Calories: 170.2
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