Save money, Stay Home Meals
(41 Recipes) Created by ELIZABETH5268
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I love faux frying foods using panko. This crunchy, spicy chicken would be great on a taco salad. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 19.5g | Fat: 3.8g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 29.7g | Calories: 221.8
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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. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 33.2g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 16.2g | Protein: 18.4g | Calories: 216.5
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This tastes just like cheese pizza, plus you get about 25% of your daily calcium in one meal! Pair this with a salad and you have a great pizzaria style lunch without the calories attached...or the bill. Submitted by PUNKGIRL213 Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 13.2g | Calories: 234
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A budget version of the rustic Spanish favorite. An herbed-citrus olive pesto adds color and intensifies the flavor. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 38g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 7.2g | Calories: 219.4
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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! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 31.9g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 9.6g | Protein: 14.8g | Calories: 254
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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! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 39.5g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 12.6g | Calories: 259.6
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This easy dish requires little cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Submitted by CHELLESHOCKED Carbs: 28.6g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 23.5g | Calories: 263.4
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So good, you'll think someone brought home takeout! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 27.7g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 33.5g | Calories: 325
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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
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A healthier alternative to the bacon-laden warm spinach salad, this is a nice side dish for cool weather. Submitted by BRYNWRITES4FOOD Carbs: 8.8g | Fat: 26.1g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 9.6g | Calories: 297.8
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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. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 7.3g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 2.1g | Protein: 27.6g | Calories: 164.9
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Roasted peppers and almonds pair with fresh parsley in this tangy Spanish-inspired sauce. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 37.1g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 11.3g | Protein: 31.3g | Calories: 322.2
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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
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A quick and easy dinner that is also low-fat. Submitted by LYZ219 Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 36.8g | Calories: 284.2
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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
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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. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 14.1g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 4.2g | Protein: 4g | Calories: 112.5
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You'll forget all about beef burgers once you try these. Salty and rich feta is mixed with lean ground turkey and Greek herbs for juicy and delicious burgers. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 5.2g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 26.3g | Calories: 217.1
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This is a recipe that sounds (and tastes) fancy but is actually quite easy to make--and ready in just 15 minutes. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 14.3g | Fat: 13.9g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 31g | Calories: 302.5
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Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 30.3g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 27g | Calories: 262.3
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Chef Meg made over a versatile member recipe by adding extra vegetables and reducing the sodium. Serve with a side salad or over whole wheat pasta or brown rice. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 7.9g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 27g | Calories: 175.9
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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. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 2.9g | Fat: 14.7g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 30.4g | Calories: 269.6
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Who says you have to serve fajitas in a flour tortilla? Instead of serving peppers in the fajitas, I serve fajitas in a roasted pepper! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 30.5g | Fat: 9.9g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 31.8g | Calories: 339.1
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Recipe adapted from Vegetarian Suppers by Deborah Madison Submitted by MELTNSUE Carbs: 33.6g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 9g | Calories: 196.1
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A very easy way to make pulled pork in the slow cooker. This is a tangy BBQ type sauce. Submitted by SLCOLMAN Carbs: 11.7g | Fat: 11.9g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 32.4g | Calories: 298.2
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A family favorite that takes no time at all--except for in the slow cooker! Submitted by BF819CJ Carbs: 13.8g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 31.6g | Calories: 273.5
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Try this inexpensive and fresh version of a chicken casserole--no need for processed soups or sauces! Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 8.8g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 320.6
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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. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 28.5g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 6.5g | Protein: 41g | Calories: 262.4
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This is a healthier spin on taco salad but you will still enjoy the great taste. Submitted by KTDID525 Carbs: 25.9g | Fat: 10.5g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 25.3g | Calories: 293.1
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This easy-to-assemble casserole is a tasty twist on enchiladas. Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 52.8g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 13.3g | Protein: 13.3g | Calories: 267.1
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A tasty twist on a classic favorite--the ultimate no-noodle-boiling lasagna! Submitted by DAMIENDUCKS Carbs: 29.1g | Fat: 15.4g | Fiber: 4.5g | Protein: 11.4g | Calories: 292.6
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Submitted by ELIZABETH5268 Carbs: 29.5g | Fat: 22.5g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 20.3g | Calories: 407.5
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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
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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
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If you like jalapeno poppers, you'll love this recipe! The spicy pepper mellows out a bit as it cooks. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 11.6g | Fat: 2.7g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 24.5g | Calories: 178.3
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Even a lunch portion of fettuccine Alfredo has 800 calories and 48 grams of fat. Mine has less than 1/2 the calories, 1/5 the fat, and plenty of veggies, too. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 53g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 8.9g | Protein: 16.9g | Calories: 343.6
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A fool-proof guide to great grilled chicken. Submitted by GRILLGUIDE Carbs: 0g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 25.9g | Calories: 136.3
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This healthier taco salad uses a salt-free taco seasoning, plus plenty of dark leafy greens. Submitted by SP_STEPF Carbs: 26g | Fat: 9.7g | Fiber: 6.6g | Protein: 21.6g | Calories: 272.6
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This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! Cooking fish or chicken in parchment-paper packets is a technique known as en papillote. Submitted by CHEF_MEG Carbs: 16.6g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 4.8g | Protein: 23.4g | Calories: 158.4
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Not only does this meatloaf taste great, but it's healthy and packed with nutrition. Submitted by SAMANTHA_SP Carbs: 18g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 27.2g | Calories: 259.7
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Submitted by CHANDLERSATTIC Carbs: 34g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 6.2g | Calories: 221.8
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