This classic chilled tomato soup is chock full of garden-fresh vegetables, cholesterol free, and made with very little added oil.

Using low-fat milk instead of cream lowers the saturated fat content in this hearty summer soup.

A simple, hearty meat-free meal. Pair with a green salad, and dinner is ready.

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These are addictive. They're sweet, salty, spicy, and crunchy. Cut back on the sriracha/chili flakes to tame these fiery nuts. Use smoked (not hot or sweet) paprika.

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Making homemade peanut butter is easy, as long as you have a good blender or food processor.

This Mexican pizza is a tasty alternative to traditional pizza. Add grilled chicken or cooked shrimp to change this up!

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

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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.

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This comfort food classic is great for a family dinner. Members turn to this meal again and again for good reason: It's easy, tasty, and ready in just 30 minutes!

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"This recipe was wonderful! Probably one of the best I have tested!" Chef Meg really didn't have to change this recipe very much. It certainly gets her stamp of approval though! She did increase the serving size.

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

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Start with this simple but flavorful recipe, then add in anything you'd like! Try it with fresh herbs like chives, cilantro, rosemary, or thyme.

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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.

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So delicious, this is a great recipe to use those tomatoes from your garden. Can or freeze and eat all winter long. This recipe is also great served cold during the warmer months.

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I started making my own granola, and I wanted a recipe with no added fat.

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This hearty yet better-for-you dinner is perfect for a camping trip, a cookout with friends, or just dinner on a Wednesday night.

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This quick and easy meal is a hit with kids. If they can't tolerate spicy foods, reduce or omit the sriracha.

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Soy substitutes are so convincingly delicious that no one will know this isn't real chorizo. Bonus: This dish has zero cholesterol!

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A lighter take on a pub favorite! For extra veggies, top with chopped tomatoes.

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This recipe is better (and better-for-you) than takeout!

Submitted by TAM101

What? Canned tomatoes in a tomato sauce? Yes, that's right. Garden tomatoes are only available for a short time, but crushed canned tomatoes are on shelves year-round and packed with flavor.

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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.

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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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I don't know a kid who doesn't love the combo of cheese and barbecue sauce. This dish is a swap on mac-n-cheese and BBQ chicken that's quick and grown-up approved.

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Families have gone to war over chili recipes! I love a thick, meaty chili with loads of beans and vegetables. Thankfully my family agrees!

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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

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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I adjusted the recipe to lower the fat and calories.

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Try this fragrant seasoning blend anytime you want to replace salt in your recipes.

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A great combination of meat, vegetables and whole grains for a great healthy comfort food.

Submitted by ANEW50

Get all the smoky flavor with far less salt by swapping the ham hock for Canadian bacon in this favorite winter soup.

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Technically this is a crustless quiche, but the addition of flour makes for a delicious crusty bottom and sides.

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

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You and your family will love these super easy pretzels. The dough only needs 5 minutes to rest so from start to finish, this snack is ready in a flash.

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

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One bite and you're transported to Louisiana!

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My family loves potato soup but I prefer loaded baked potatoes. With this recipe, everyone wins!

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Growing up in the South, sausage gravy was a staple on our breakfast table, so I wanted to create a healthier version--with a secret ingredient.

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This raw granola is great for breakfast or an afternoon snack. It's full of heart-healthy fats!

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This homemade mac-n-cheese is packed with veggies and is ready in just 20 minutes!

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Forget takeout and TV dinners. This meal is ready in just 10 minutes.

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Create a fancy pasta dish in as much time as it takes to boil water.

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Sweet potatoes and black beans are a match made in heaven. Add salsa and sour cream, plus some cheese, and I am one happy woman. This dish came about because I wanted to make better-for-us enchiladas. My boyfriend loves this recipe!

This dish is high in fiber, full of protein, and teeming with vegetables.

A beef stew with a Mediterranean twist that slow cooks all day until dinner.

Submitted by IVORY1825

Use this spicy, creamy sauce on pretzels, on sandwiches or even on a baked sweet potato.

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This meal is fast and fun, a great way to spice up a dull morning and bring a brunch favorite to the work week.

Submitted by SPARKSOLUTION

All the flavor of bruschetta, in a mushroom!

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We swapped shrimp for crab in this Chinese takeout favorite to save sodium and money, but we didn't skimp on flavor!

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I found this on the net and it's wonderful!

Submitted by GREINERGIRL

This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option.

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