This easy crockpot stuffed bell peppers recipe is great smelling, simple and made for even the fussiest of eaters!

Why not put all the ingredients of strawberry shortcake into a muffin? These rich, delicate muffins don't need another thing - they are perfect as is.

This delicious frozen treat is the perfect dessert for a warm summer evening. It is cool and refreshing and has just the right amount of sweetness to make it very satisfying. Since you do not need an…

Have a feisty taste of old Italy with these kickin' stuffed peppers! Best of all, they're vegetarian-friendly (and vegan, if you take out the cheese)!

Fall recipe served warm with vanilla ice cream for a special treat!

Recipe from my Grandma.

This refreshing smoothie is perfect for a hot summer day. The use of low-fat yogurt and milk keeps the calorie count down.

This authentic Provencal recipe won the Ratatouille contest! It is versatile enough to be personalized and uses Nicoise olives and herbes de Provence, to further emphasize the amazing flavors of that…

This tasty salad is perfect for evenings when you're looking for a light meal that can be made quickly. It takes just over 30 minutes to make from scratch, or you can prep many of the ingredients in advance.

I discovered this dish one day by only what I had in my pantry and just put it together for this delicious dish that my family continues to request, especially on a nice chilly day outside.

Creamy rich strawberry version of an old Italian favorite dessert. Wonderful for any occasion!

This beautiful creamy, velvety, nutty, rich soup is wonderful by itself or served with a grilled salmon steak with herb salad. It's a perfect Christmas appetizer too!

These Asian turkey wraps will give your dinner a new flavor and make a great meal!

Please don't tell my kids that this recipe contains squash! They LOVE these and eat the heck out of them. So if you have kids, do not make these muffins when they are around.

A great combination of ingredients, this soup can help lower blood pressure through calcium, potassium and magnesium. Serve with hot sauce.

A quick, colorful and spicy protein-rich salad or side dish.

I love cream cheese and chocolate. It's a great combination. And what a great ending to a great dinner with your special Valentine!

A stew that brings out the overall great taste of the ribs and the flavor of garlic with a great texture from the beans.

This super side dish is the perfect complement to your holiday menu. Here's a sure-fire way to get your kids to eat their vegetables...and don't be surprised when they're asking for more!

The perfect appetizer for a summer party, these skewers make a tasty appetizer that's so simple!

A casserole that you can make as mild or as hot as you like.

This is a quick and simple recipe that makes a good pizza that is healthy for you.

Given to me by a friend while we lived in California. Very good recipe. Great with tacos, burritos, or my Chili Rellenos Recipe. Hope your family will enjoy these as much as my family does.

This is an easy way to have a low fat, high flavor dinner that will make the whole family say WOW!

Light and delicious with great tomato flavor!

This sandwich provides two grain servings from the ciabatta, a little more than two servings of meat from the chicken, and half a dairy serving from the cheese. Serve with orange wedges and baked chips.

These oatmeal raisin cookies are easy and so good that you won't be able to bake enough to go around.

This recipe is very tasty on a cold winter day. My mother used to make it too and it's one of my favorites! It has all the vegetables you need plus beef broth!

This is a light fish dish with a hint of seasoning that is not overpowering, but enough to give it delicious flavor.

Here's a light and flavorful salad that makes a perfect dinner on the day before Thanksgiving!

This is a very good recipe. You just have to try it.

I combined some patty recipes to create an easy vegetable patty recipe with the filling and flavor I desired.

I love fruit salad, but don't always have the time to make it, so I came up with this easy recipe. It does make a lot. I shop at a store called "Save'A'Lot" and I buy cans of every kind of fruit that…

Using a slow cooker makes this spaghetti recipe easy to prepare. Healthy and wholesome, too!

Serve a veggie-packed chicken tortilla casserole that bakes for only 15 minutes. Add cheese at the end of baking so it has time to melt, but not brown.

Delicious cannelloni stuffed with an array of vegetables, Parmesan, and ricotta cheese! Serve with a big green salad. Tasty!

This quick and easy appetizer recipe will help you use your leftover turkey and cranberry sauce. Plus they are low-cal and low-fat.

This is a recipe a friend gave me when we lived in California. These are really good. Try them with my Chili Rellenos Sauce, really good, and a must try recipe. You will Love these. I made these for my…

This is very quick to make. There is no cooking required because you are using leftover turkey.

Great for holidays and special events. I have made this for my family every year for Thanksgiving.

Serve over brown rice to soak up the mushroom sauce, or with instant polenta and Parmesan cheese. If you don't have steak seasoning, use a blend of black pepper, crushed red pepper, salt, and garlic.

This is a beautiful way to serve up pumpkin!

Half of the beans are finely chopped to give the filling a thick, creamy consistency. This dish can be made up to 8 hours in advance and chilled; just bring it back to room temperature before baking.

Instead of the boring old grilled cheese sandwich try a grilled cheese pizza sandwich with mozzarella and marinara sauce! It tastes just like cheese pizza with less fat and without all the grease and…

The sweet taste of dried cranberries,fresh blueberries and juicy pear combined with the creamy goodness of Gruyere cheese make a delightful addition to summer celebrations anywhere...the colors say USA…

My dad would make it by hand and now with blenders it takes only minutes. The taste is very refreshing and not too sweet. It looks beautiful with a leaf of mint. This can be made as an Italian water,…

Using all low fat ingredients makes eating healthy a breeze. Just like you would normally make enchiladas, but with an added bonus of low fat.

This vegetarian chili is a simple crowd pleasing recipe that can sit in a slow cooker until it is time to serve.

Pineapple juice, lemon juice, brown sugar and chili powder season this baked salmon dish.

Using low fat ingredients and egg substitute, these muffins only taste indulgent.

This is another Italian family recipe. My husband's mother made this a lot, especially good in the summer with your own, home grown tomatoes. Nice with a lean grilled steak and baked potato with all the…

My husband says the herbs in this pot roast recipe make the difference. It's very tender and full of flavor!

Serve a sandwich piled high with the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean. The vinaigrette adds bright flavor to the stacker and is also tasty on salad greens.

With summer here, I make this recipe quite often, using whatever fruit is handy. It is my own recipe. I often make this as a take-along potluck dish. Kids love it!

This is a delicious recipe and not too fattening.

Use as a substitute for condensed milk to make healthier dishes.

Delicious seasoned stuffed peppers with corn, quinoa, scallions... spicy, sweet, scrumptious!

This simple tuna salad recipe is low fat and simple!

Pair tender pork slices with boiled red potatoes and a fragrant white wine sauce, flavored with rosemary and cranberry chutney.

This hearty flavorful stew holds well and is wonderful the next day. I often mix this up before work and dinner is ready when we get home.

This sugar-free version of a classic recipe makes baking a cinch and eating no-guilt!

I created this soup when I didn't have much of a grocery budget. It's simple, tastes great, and is good for you!

I'm on the Celebrity Fit Club Extreme Fat Smash Diet. When I saw that ratatouille was on the menu one evening, I was thrilled!

To prepare this a day ahead, cook the sweet potatoes; combine with brown sugar, butter, and vanilla. Before baking, stir in half the pecans, place in a baking dish, and top with the remaining pecans and…

This classic cake is made with sugar substitute and egg substitute so it's diet-friendly.

You'll love how good eating healthy tastes with Italian recipes like this one.

The combination of the herbs and red wine make for such a bountiful and refreshing dish. Opting for the turkey products is a very figure-friendly choice and using the lemon juice and zest in the meatballs…

In this recipe, flour tortillas stand in for the traditional biscuit dough. To quickly thaw frozen mixed vegetables, place them in a colander and rinse with warm water for about a minute.

Everyone will love this delicious drink!

At less than 50 calories a serving, these fruit bars are a smart choice.

These stuffed pumpkins give the look and the taste of a great Thanksgiving!

The tart flavor of cranberries makes a nice complement to any Holiday feast. This is a classic!

This is a fantastically easy recipe I found on a food blog. The oregano, tarragon, thyme and garlic are so fragrant you won't even need to dip them in butter!

In this version, the wings taste especially good because they are baked, not fried. According to the Love Chef, Buffalo Chicken Wings were frits served at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York, in 1964.…

If you like hot, cheesy artichoke dip, you'll love this treat. They're a bit neater to disperse and eat at a gathering and are sure to please everyone.

Maintaining a low carb diet can be difficult when you're in need of a quick snack, especially if doughy bagels or sugary muffins are all you can find. Take along one or some of these low carb snacks the…

A soup that has a taste that is a little different but mild. It will surprise all skeptics. Co-workers love this soup when I take it in.

Very sweet and was one of my mom's best dishes.

This fresh fruit salad recipe is so easy anyone can make it! It is very colorful and delicious.

This is a fabulous and easy vegetarian alternative to turkey stuffing. It never comes into contact with the turkey, so it is truly vegetarian.

Rice and chicken dish that's sweet and yummy! It looks great and is very colorful and easy to make. I was playing around with pineapple and chicken and came up with this, it has all of my favorite…

This recipe is great on top of Chili Rellenos-Stuffed Green Chilies.

This is a great recipe that's so easy! Experiment with your favorite herbs. These potatoes get crispy and delicious!

This recipe is from my mom. She made this up for my dad when he was diagnosed with diabetes.

Made with low-fat cheese, skim milk and whole wheat flour, you can make your favorite comfort food without the guilt.

This recipe is a meal on a plate and an inexpensive way to get your protein, carbohydrate, and vegetable all in one meal. It was given to me by my boyfriend and I have made it when I need something quick…

This simply baked fish still gets lots of flavor from a homemade spicy Creole sauce.

This easy high protein breakfast is only 4 ingredients. I think they taste just like regular pancakes they way they are, but if you have a sweet tooth use low fat cottage cheese which has a higher sugar…

A very moist cake with apples in it! This came from my mother who is deceased now but all of us children loved it.  It would be great to serve this after your dinner or even for breakfast.

Drink to your health! This refreshing citrus beverage provides a good source of vitamin C.

This is so easy to make and it tastes like you have been baking all day. It taste like a pumpkin roll!

This recipe is from a popular cafe in Helena, MT. It's very easy to make and very yummy!

Enjoy this comfort food without all the guilt.

This is a great one pot dish that can be made for a crowd or family the night before. It's a great way to use apples when they're so plentiful in the fall!

Make your next barbecue a fiesta with these low fat kabobs over brown rice and pine nuts.

This egg salad has enough zip to make up for the missing added salt.

For a yummy treat thats easier on your waistline, try this bread infused with mini chocolate chips.

This simple marinade is reminiscent of Greek flavors because it uses a lot of lemon juice. The flavor is amazing and the chicken will be juicy and tender.

This is a quick and delicious no-fat, no-carb dessert. Warm out of the oven, it's like eating a chocolate kiss!

This simple chicken dish paired with a green vegetable or large salad make a healthy, well-balance meal.

Flavored mostly from fruit juices and onion, this simple dish has lots of protein and little fat.

This soup may be very rich but it is great tasting and makes for an excellent lunch or side dish.

Citrus juices never tasted so good. This mock cocktail is a good source of vitamin C, naturally fat free and low calorie.

This is a delicious candy and perfect to give as a gift for the holidays.

A creamy orange gelatin mixture is spread on a graham cracker crust for a heavenly dessert great for diabetics.

A sugar free meal that is promised to make your whole family smile. This dish is full of fabulous tasting veggies.

Quinoa is a grain that is wheat free and gluten free, but is big on taste! The ratio is 2 cups water to 1 cup quinoa (pronounced keen-wah). It has a nutty flavor and when paired with apples is a very…

Serve either hot or cold. It is good plain but better with milk, cream, whipped cream or lemon sauce. You can also make it sugar free by using a sugar substitute like Splenda.

These are very good and require NO eggs. They are light in color & quick to mix up and bake.

This healthy citrus salad recipe is the winner of Recipe4Living's Citrus Season contest. During the gray and cold winter days, this citrus salad brings bright colorful flavor and keeps you in a cheerful…

Very good for home or carry out, if you like cabbage you will love this, can be spicy or mild. I got this from a good friend and revised it a bit from his. Also good Weight Watchers dish if following…

A recipe that runs the gamut with your taste buds. Potato and egg that totally compliment each other. Add the ham and sauce and you have the the ultimate taste sensation in a wonderful adaptation of eggs…

It's good for get togethers and is a good keeper.

Being sheltered and shaded by those higher up on the plant, they simply grow to a size that seems immature by comparison. Like many true baby vegetables, however, baby artichokes are more tender and have…

Chocolate biscotti that is baked twice, superb with hot drinks (to dip into), very dark appearance. A variation from a recipe worked hands-on in a chocolate class in 2003. Twice baked biscotti, quite…

This is based off of my mom's broccoli casserole. To make this completely vegetarian, substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.

Quick and easy to make. Tastes great!

This apple dumpling recipe is one that my family enjoys and I have used it many times. It looks wonderful and my family never waits until I say it is okay to eat it. They dig in as soon as it comes from…

These bread sticks are low in fat and high in flavor! A great snack or appetizer.

Easy and nutritious lunch for the carb-counting bunch.

Very easy to prepare. The green chilies give it a little zing.

A golden, delicate carrot soup enhanced by fresh ginger, parsley and cilantro.

This is one of our Date Night meals. I have a few others and the idea is to spend quality time together. What better way than cooking and sharing a meal from the same plate?

Pork chops that are fork tender and delicious. Vegetables to go along with it.

Cold, crisp watermelon and chopped mint in a light syrup of ginger, sugar, and rice wine vinegar. A touch of coarsely ground black pepper on top makes this a gourmet treat!

With tacos, desserts, and other foods, you won't even the notice the difference with this nonfat "mock" sour cream.

A brownie recipe that uses Equal instead of sugar. It's just as delicious as the real thing!

Choose your favorite berries to put into this classic dessert.

These ingredients added together make a very tasty quiche, and my husband wouldn't touch quiche untl he had this one! Of course it's versatile too, since you can add your favorite meat, veggies, cheese…

My husband, our two kids and I enjoy this deliciously different fried rice dish. The brown rice makes it extra nutritious... and it's a great way to use up leftover cooked turkey.

All-natural and delicious, these cookies have fresh apple, oats and walnuts for a wholesome – and sugar-free – cookie.

This pie is great warm, with a scoop of ice cream or ice cold out of the fridge. I make these for bake sales and they have sold out for the last 3 years.

A fun and easy entree I threw together with what was in my pantry. I make this a lot, now that the rave reviews have come in from family, friends and neighbors! Makes great sandwiches the next day with…

This was my mother's recipe.

Use your bread machine to make these healthy dinner rolls.

Overall taste is typical of one anticipated for a winter holiday. It looks very pretty when presented. It came from my own experimentation to find someting typical but a new and interesting way to serve…

Taste like tacos but better. It's quick and easy and people love it.

An awesome way to add some extra flavors to your turkey burger

I originally saw this recipe on The Wednesday Chef, a fantastic food blog. This is an excellent paella recipe for beginners and is really quite simple to prepare. The key is to use the correct rice -…

My family likes sweet potatoes like this instead of baked with all the marshmallows on top. It is very good and if sweet potatoes are a must for your Thanksgiving you should definitely try this recipe.

This home favorite is a layered dinner pie made with good ground beef, sliced potatoes, sliced onions, chicken broth, seasonings and a flaky top crust. The recipe was modified from one given to my mother…

Cilantro and basil, garlic and balsamic vinegar make this an easy fish dish with lots of flavor.

Though it can be hard to eat carbs for people allergic to gluten, this muffin recipe is just like the real thing.

This is a light side dish with lots of flavor and yummy veggies.

I came up with this recipe myself. I wanted a lasagna recipe that was lower in fat than most. My family peferes mine for taste over all others.

This recipe is quick, healthy and provides a great energy-boosting lunch. It will help you avoid the late afternoon blahs!

Enjoy this naturally fat free, flavorful iced tea at your next holiday gathering.

This is a simple recipe that can be a side dish or Hors d'oeurves. Great for folks that are not particularly fond of vegetables. If used as Hors d'oeuvres, furnish picks to put on plates.

Here is my favorite recipe for green bean salad. I serve this to my whole family over Thanksgiving. This is a cold and delicious salad with French cut green beans, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, water chestnuts…

This salad is light and refreshing on a hot summer day.

Tastes great and is good for you too! Simple stir-fry style that you can make your own, if you like spicy, sweet, or mild, you can adjust to suit you and your family. Best when veggies are used straight…

This dish is sure to satisfied your friends and family. Great for a dinner with the wine of your choice. Beautifully garnish, it will surely be the talk of your friends. If you love pasta and shrimp…

By substituting apricot puree for all the oil and most of the butter, the calorie content is greatly reduced in this recipe.

My family ate these all the time growing up. This recipe was from my grandma.

This is a very old recipe from Shanghai. It's a combination of sweet, sour, and spicy all harmoniously balanced. The sauce will appear brown at the end.

Easy turkey salad made with only white turkey breast meat, colorful sweet peppers and Miracle Whip. Taste is sweet but a little spicy and very fulfilling.

This is a Richard Simmons recipe for a spiced angel food cake which is delicious and worth the effort.

What can you do with bread, bananas, and eggs that will feed your relatives and free you up? This version of French toast is the answer. By baking the French toast instead of using an oily fry pan, and…

A creamy soup of pureed celery, onions, and oyster plant, with plump little oysters swimming in it. The soup is flavored with thyme, nutmeg, cayenne, and a touch of dry sherry. Yum!

This recipe is very simple and quick to prepare. The tilapia is a very light white fish and the mustard really makes it tastier.

This is a very healthy and delicious recipe. Everyone loves it, even though it has vegetables in it. Your family will too!

My healthy version of fried potatoes and mushrooms.

We really like cole slaw, but we don't care for it with a lot of sugar. This is just sweet enought to be good! People always ask whats in it, because they don't guess apple.

This doubly delicious recipe is surprisingly low-fat.

Lots of sugar-free pudding keeps this cookies moist and chewy.

These muffins are a great way to start your day – full of oaty goodness.

This is a terrific and very healthy recipe

Crushed saffron adds yellow coloring and fabulous flavor and aroma to this simple couscous dish.

This recipe is sugar-free because it uses brown rice syrup instead of sugar. Using brown rice syrup also reduces the amount of calories. For another variation, try using brown rice flour instead of wheat…

Simply, healthy and totally delicious! Try it with any fresh fruit you have on hand. It's a great low-fat substitute for ice cream!

This healthy lasagna features ground turkey, skim ricotta cheese, and reduced fat mozzarella.

This pumpkin soup can be used as a light first course for Thanksgiving or to accompany turkey sandwiches the next day. Nutritious and delicious, this is a treat for the taste buds! Easy adaptations make…

You'll love the convenience of this family-pleasing one skillet dinner that's low in fat and a good source of vitamins A and C.

This dish uses hot pepper sauce made from jalapeños; it's milder than the red hot pepper varieties. Stirring frequently toward the end of cooking time prevents the bean-thickened broth from sticking…

I make this a lot during summer months. Season as you would stuffed green peppers. Simple for dinner and uses those big zucchini!

A twist on a traditional potato gratin that's just right for Thanksgiving

Dislike rutabagas? You won't after trying this yummy soup. For a perfect dinner party opener, serve it in demitasse cups and ask your guests to guess what it is.

This is lower in fat and a much healthier version of Shepherd's Pie. My family loves it! Unfortunately it is so good we tend to eat the whole meal, can't lose weight that way!!

This is just a little recipe I discovered while trying to make a peanut butter cookie less guilt tripping. The honey is a more natural sugar and gives the cookie a nice moist texture. The whole wheat…

This is a cheaper version of the caramel apple dip you buy in grocery stores.

An easy recipe for potato salad with just enough bite in the dressing to be tastefully different, with the added twist of bacon, ham, and peas to add color and nutrition.

Uses almost any vegetables in a tasty cheesy one dish anytime meal.

The addition of hearts of palm with this salad make for a great taste. I feel the vegetable, hearts of palm is a hidden gem and everyone must try it, especially in this salad, Serve this elegant salad…

Better than Olive Garden's! Great soup no matter what season. Serve alone for lunch or add a salad and crusty bread for a quick and satisfying dinner.

Copied from a dish from a Hawaiian Luau, this salad is unique and healthy and delicious!

This is so easy and the chops come out tender, moist and super-tasty. I serve it up with a big pan of corn bread and a green salad. What a meal!

A spicy version of the everyday healthy chicken chili! Plus, so very easy! Just throw it all into a crock pot and let it do all the work!

This is a delicious variation on traditional lasagna for vegetarians.

This easy to make apple pie cuts out all the sugar but none of the flavor.

A healthy and creamy fall soup, but without the added calories of cream. It's a great starter for your Thanksgiving dinner.

Great topping for salads, vegetables or dip for crackers or chips. Good for dieters too!

This was one of my mother's specialties that was a real crowd pleaser. Even my youngest who is a "picky eater" loves this dish.

Warm and fragrant, this delicious dessert provides a serving of fruit.

I love English muffin pizza but am watching my weight. Just swap a few things out and enjoy.

This Mediterranean style casserole is delicious and any vegetarian would love this.

This sweet potato soup recipe is a great starter for your Thanksgiving feast. Beautiful color; smooth and creamy.

This dish is from the French Riviera and can be eaten hot as an entree or cold as an appetizer.

A great side dish for a barbeque! Always a big hit with males and females of all ages any time of year!

Everyone I have served these to has loved them so here is the recipe. Make sure to plump the cranberries. As oatmeal cookies go, these should turn out a little fluffy. These are great for breakfast or…

This soup is wonderful in the fall and winter! It tastes so good that you would never know that it is fat free. For a heartier soup, add some browned hamburger or ground turkey.

A healthy and scrumptious omelet full of exotic taste and something for everyone.

A hearty, rich and thick beef stew the whole family will love. Perfect for when the weather turns cold.

I created this for my daughter's wedding punch, since her color was "baby blue". I have used it since for baby showers, for baby boys. Everyone loves it and thinks I should 'patent' it!

Quinoa (pronounced keen-WAH) is a delicately flavored grain, native to South America, found in most health food stores. It is high in protein and fiber.

This is a "chunky" dip that can be made as spicy hot as you want! This is a crowd pleaser! I ALWAYS come home with an empty dish! My husband says this dip would be good on a car bumper!

Nothing like homemade croutons to add to a salad or casserole. I used them in a zucchini casserole.

This classic Passover dish is basically scrambled eggs with matzah. The perfect breakfast!

A healthier approach to appetizers. Serve these eggplant fingers at your next party. Usually people will say they don’t like eggplant but once they try these, their minds will change.

A very typical dessert or snack for children in Argentina, this is very simple. It never fails and you can share!  

Great salad with turkey, ham or just about any kind of meat. Pretty to look at and delicious to eat.

This chicken salad is a favorite among my friends and family. Makes great sandwiches or by itself.

This is a great fall-back recipe because it always tastes good and satisfies.

Light and flavorful. It's definitely a winner.

If you're on a Low Carb diet and are craving something sweet, try this recipe on for size -- it's also great for a low carb Halloween celebration!

We are an Italian family, and we love our spinach. This is a fast and easy way to use spinach for breakfast or lunch. You can eat a slice alone or serve it with a crisp salad or a tomato onion salad.

Soba noodles are available in Japanese food stores, whole food stores, and some supermarkets. You can add any vegetables to this dish that you enjoy or have on hand.

I always look for something healthy and has no meat but high in protien and fiber. That is how I came up with this recipe. My son loves to help make this also and it is easy for him to make.

An easy-to-make dressing that everyone will love.

A soft taco with a spicy twist - and you can involve your kids!

This is a family and company favorite.

Everyone loves this easy-to-make and delicious salad recipe. Even the kids will love it and ask for seconds.

A great breakfast side dish, snack or accompaniment to pork entrees that will satisfy any sweet tooth, and that can be served hot or cold!

This spinach soup recipe has a nice beef broth, it's a meal in a bowl! I got this recipe from my mom.

This is a terrific recipe for company. They will all ask for the recipe and perfect for family. You can substitute ham, chicken, tuna or l/2 cup cheese for salmon.

This cake was devised during the depression. it uses no egg, milk or butter and is super moist. I make it in a 14x10-inch pan, or Imake cupcakes. Note: the apple cider vinegar adds a unique bit of flavor.…

A new way to cook poached eggs!

Crunchy pecans create the perfect texture for this healthy chicken meal.

This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's very habit-forming, you can't just have one serving. It is always at hit at family dinners. It is very easy to make and freezes and reheats well.

Cherries can be used for more than just filling pies. This sweet and zesty salsa can be a condiment for chicken, turkey, or pork. Or try it as a side dish on top of brown rice, or as a dip with whole-grain…

This is so healthful and delicious -- low calorie and nutritious, too.

Stay in tonight and make your own amazing salad with marinated chicken.

This is a very hearty thick lentil soup with a unique flavor. Great for the cool weather. It has a small amount of vinegar added at the end and I think this makes the unusual flavor. My WHOLE family…

This recipe is the winner of Recipe4Living's Super Spring Spinach Recipe Contest! This whole wheat pasta salad has a rich mix of flavors and a tang that brings wonderful body to chicken, fish and steak…

Cutting out the fat and the sugar doesn't have to mean cutting out the flavor.

This wonderful recipe is the winner of the squash category in our Thanksgiving Recipes Contest! A French recipe for potimarron, this bread has a wonderful golden color.

A delightful dish that will have your guests raving at your casual Sunday brunch. I discovered this dish in high school and I think it's classy enough for a king or queen! 

Serve with some warm garlic bread for a nice, filling, light summer meal, with no cooking! I take a three bean salad which I buy in large jars and keep on hand, and layer a plate. You can add just about…

Need to use your garden tomatoes? This is my adaptation from an existing recipe I was given several years ago. I brought this dish to a large picnic my family attended. It got rave reviews, especially…

This is a perfect low-cal recipe everyone will love, not just dieters.

Two kinds of cheese, spinach, artichokes, and roasted red peppers, baked in a buttery, flaky Phyllo log...True comfort food with a twist - it's actually nutritious, too!

For all those cold days and nights, this chili will hit the spot.

This is a crowd pleaser at family reunions and summer parties.

Perfect for the kids in your family and adults will love it too.

This mixture of spices is really flavorful and it tastes especially good on the grill. It's a healthier way to make potatoes than frying.

This is a super-easy dressing to whip up that will taste great on any salad! Using ingredients low in sugar keeps the calories down without compromising the flavor.

This is a quick and easy stew that my grandmother used to make. It is very filling and easily adjusted to cater to individual tastes.

This sweet potato recipe is very different and delicious!

This is a very healthy salad for dieters and non-dieters alike.

This meatloaf is mostly a basic meatloaf recipe. The filling is the difference! It is very easy to prepare and gets the kids to eating their spinach! Delicious!

Pumpkin stuffed with a mixture of rice and ground beef is a very attractive and colorful dish. It is easy to make and makes a satisfying, healthy meal. It's delicious.

Here is a lighter version of the classic made with a cucumber infused vodka. Perfect for these hot summer days! Mmm...

This is a yummy, healthy salad.

This healthy fish and vegetable dish is low-fat and low-carb, but has plenty of flavor.

This is colorful and delicious; a refreshing addition to any meal. Especially good for carry ins, because it can withstand long periods of time with no refrigeration. One of my most requested dishes.

Enjoy the best, most intensely flavored lemonade ever! A slow food recipe combining initial prep work and effortless beautiful, tasty beverage after a week or so of waiting for the flavors to combine.…

This is always a bit hit at gatherings. It is a light, cool and low fat dessert in which you can mix and match fruits and jello flavors to make it even more special. Add fresh fruit to the center to dress…

You can make this easy sandwich in under 15 minutes!

This is a great recipe to keep around if you have a diabetic in the house. It's especially good on carrot cake .

This is a hearty, tummy-warming turkey soup with a Mexican kick.

A simple soup that's hearty and delicious! This will feed you and your family for days! Use turkey kielbasa for a healthier option.

A healthier version of lasagna with reduced fat and calories without reducing the flavor.

This is a very light refreshing cake that is wonderful for summer meals.

This standard Japanese soup is easy to prepare and very good for your health.

If you like seafood, you will love this chowder recipe. Great anytime. Have passed this along to friends and family and everyone loves it. Very easy to prepare.

Great for dieters and non-dieters alike!

Cloves, cinnamon sticks and fruit nectar make this is a refreshing summer beverage without all the calories.

This recipe came about on a freezing Chicago winter night and was the perfect nourishment to warm from the cold. It could easily be made vegetarian by omitting the chicken and using vegetable stock. You…

This crispy salmon goes perfect with the rich taste of coriander pesto sauce next to it for dipping. This dish is also very elegant looking so don't pass this one up if you are hosting a dinner party.

This is good for dieters. Yummy in taste and appearance.

I make this for every holiday dinner. My grandchildren love it so I make extra and the next day I microwave the leftovers or use the rest to make Shepherd Pie.

Sure, 100 years ago it was ok to bake with lard, but in our modern times we've wizened up to the scary truth of fat. This cake has the same spicy taste of that 100-year old recipe… but without the fat.

A school teacher in Portland, Tennessee passed this one along to me as one of her family favorites. Everyone loves my rendition of the recipe and begs me to make it when they are home.

A delicious, easy-to-make and low-calorie salad.

Very tasty hot dip that is great in a small crock pot. This dip will make you the hit of any party.

This fancy and easy appetizer is perfect for a dinner party. This sweet tasting chicken roll is very elegant looking and your guest will definitely be impressed.

I've used this recipe for about 11 years. It is always a favorite when I have a brunch. It looks good, tastes great and my family and friends eally enjoy it. And it is easy to do!

Add the flavor of lemon and the delicious taste of sweet green peas to your spaghetti squash and you’ll fall in love with recipe.

This creamed corn recipe is different and way better than just opening a can.

A sinfully great dessert of shortbread cookie crust with a creamy coconut layer on top.

This is a great way to eat fruit. Use this as a garnish, relish, spread or eat it right out of the bowl!

This scrumptuous zucchini dish is not only good for you, it's a bit spicy and with the addition of parmesan cheese, it melts in your mouth.

This granola is packed with healthy ingredients. Sprinkle it over vanilla yogurt for the perfect breakfast.

This simple recipe is very healthy because there is very little seasoning besides lime juice and some salt and pepper.

We love Asian food in my house. This is something you can have waiting for you when you get home and it's probably healthier than take-out.

A hearty soup with ground beef, two types of beans, corn and cheese! This is a great meal for those cold winter nights or to take to a pot luck dinner.

This blended beverage is a wholesome way to start your day. It is easily adaptable to whatever fruits are available during season, and it can even be frozen for a wonderful low fat treat!

This unique recipe is the winner of the sweet potato category in our Thanksgiving Recipes Contest! Cooked, mashed sweet potatoes with coconut and butter.

This Asian soup is said to have natural healing qualities, especially if you have a cold. The ginger and soybean are excellent nutrients regardless of your health.

Not only will this force your body to burn fat reserves but it will satisfy you to curb hunger and reduce cravings for sweets. A nutty crust gives you protein and the filling is very light as well.

i use the recipe for cornbread on the back of the cornmeal mix I have a hot sandwich maker where i make mine which makes them quickly. They taste great dipped in mustard.

This is a terrific tasting salad everyone will love. It's very attractive and perfect for company.

With banana, apples, yogurt and spices, this is a great, healthy smoothie without sugar. And it's so sweet and yummy anyway!

It's not fish, it's black-eyed peas and other veggies! This chunky dip can be made hot or mild. Once you start eating this, you CAN'T stop!

On a brisk fall day, nothing is more appealing than a steaming bowl of this soup. The sage gives it that special taste.

This orange Jello salad recipe is cool and delicious! You can serve it anytime.

This is an easy recipe that is quite forgiving as far as ingredients go. It makes good use of the watermelon that wasn't quite used up at the big party and reduces it down to a manageable spot in the…

This would a great starter salad for a Thanksgiving dinner.

I grew up with this casserole and now I make it for my kids too. It's a family favorite! It can be made during any season and the recipe can easily be doubled.

This authentic soup is essentially an ancient doctor's curative that combines the healing magic of chicken broth, the circulation-enhancing qualities of tree fungus and lily buds, and the antiseptic properties…

Easy and delicious for the crock pot.

For my children's school year's final venture into the classroom: chocolate from scratch. I taught my favorite 3rd graders to make the raw dessert that follows.

Fresh and light, using ingredients from the Farmers Market.

This easy dish gets its smoky flavor from the canned tomatoes.

A bowl of potato soup sure makes you feel better when you really don't have the stomach for food. Add a sandwich with a bowl of this soup and it makes a very good and filling lunch on a cold day.

This is a wonderful side dish for Thanksgiving. I wanted to do something other than the traditional sweet potato and marshmallow dish. I came up with apples and sweet potato and then decide to throw in…

The easiest apple pie to make. Delicious.

This quiche is great at a brunch, but can also be served as a side dish. I have even made it in mini muffin tins for an appetizer.

These are the creamiest, tastiest mashed potatoes ever. And they're easy to make too!

A healthy snack or a dessert that will still satisfy your sweet tooth.

This is an old Pennsylvania Dutch apple pie recipe that I got from my grandmother. The apples taste perfect no matter what kind you use!

My family loves granola, so I've been experimenting with recipes to create new flavors. With dried apples, apple juice concentrate, and seasonal spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe is perfect…

This is a great week night dinner. Half your dinner is made in 1 dish, but this is NOT a casserole!

Who says you can't eat chocolate cake on a diet? Try this indulgent-tasting treat.

A Raisin Bran Muffin is delicious eaten warm with a pat of butter as a snack or with a meal. Very filling and easy to make.

These nuts were in my home all winter long. A sweet and healthy snack before or after dinner or while playing Pokeno!

This is a soup no one can pass up.

There is nothing really special about this recipe except that it is never the same twice and tastes great!

This is a very healthy dish because the fish is baked, not fried, and the sauce is quite light as well.

This smoothie is so easy and delicious! Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.

This is a fun summer treat on really hot days. It's easy to make with your ice cream maker and tastes refreshingly delicious.

These chicken wings are easy, inexpensive and great for parties! They also taste very good!

This oyster dressing recipe has a great taste and is always a hit! My father made it for years and I carry on the tradition of oyster dressing for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners.

A wonderful, flavorful and easy bean salad recipe that has been in my family for 4 generations. Even the children like this one! This will be a family favorite for years to come. Refreshing in the summer…

From my great-great aunt Marian.

This cranberry fizz recipe makes a delicious drink everyone will enjoy.

This is a great substitute for apple pie for those watching their calories. Use whole-wheat flour for a healthier dessert.

This is so delish, yet simple. The colors and smells scream SUMMER... You will love it, enjoy!!!

This cool,creamy, snappy spread has a great zing, snap, bite to it that only Feta can bring. Your friends will be inpressed with this new simple dish and it's a sure crowd pleaser!

This pie recipe couldn't be easier and ensures that everyone will be able to have a slice of pie at Thanksgiving – even the sugar-free eaters.

The crunchy and yet tender texture of the chicken will please you,and a nice punch of spice matches well with the nutty richness of the crust. Serve with toasted French bread and a herbed spinach salad.