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These bite sized pecan tarts are the perfect lighter alternative for pecan pie this holiday season! They are so easy to make, just 7 ingredients for a delicious treat.

Mini Pecan Phyllo Tarts

November 14, 2012

This savory quinoa stuffing is a delicious, protein-packed, gluten-free alternative to traditional stuffing.

Mushroom Fennel Quinoa Stuffing

November 6, 2012

Potatoes and parsnips mashed together with a little garlic, sour cream and butter make a surprisingly tasty side dish. The parsnips add a slightly sweet and spicy taste to the potatoes that I really enjoyed.

Potato Parsnip Mash

October 29, 2012

When you need a "little" treat, these delicious pumpkin cheesecake shooters are the perfect sweet fix. Perfect to serve at Halloween party or to add to your Thanksgiving table!

Pumpkin Cheesecake Shooters

October 25, 2012

Pumpkin season is in full swing, and this pumpkin sage soup is the perfect first course for any meal. Totally optional, but I love using hollowed out pumpkins as a bowl for a beautiful presentation.

Roasted Pumpkin Sage Soup

October 24, 2012

These Spooky Spider Halloween Cupcakes are healthy and lighter on the waistline, and are sure to be all the fright at your next Halloween party.

Spooky Spider Halloween Cupcakes

October 20, 2012

Sweet potatoes are often smothered in sugar and topped with more sugar, but this savory version will surprise you and your loved ones and keep them coming back for more!

Garlic Sweet Potato Mash

October 16, 2012

Cauliflower, tossed with a little olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper then roasted in the oven transforms this powerful cruciferous vegetable into a nutty, delicious side dish, especially when topped with toasted bread crumbs.

Garlic Roasted Cauliflower with Toasted Asiago Bread Crumbs

October 10, 2012

Apple Scones with Spiced Glaze are made with buttermilk, diced apples, cinnamon and spices – perfect for lazy weekends!

Apple Scones with Spiced Glaze

October 8, 2012

These potato skins are stuffed with shredded buffalo chicken breast made in the crock pot, topped with melted cheese, blue cheese dressing, carrots and celery – they are seriously delicious! What's football without the appetizers.

Skinny Buffalo Chicken Potato Skins

October 6, 2012

Once a month I contribute a skinny dessert recipe to Dash Recipes. If you love a moist, chewy oatmeal cookie, you'll just love these! Under 200 calories, 5 Points+ and 7 Smart Points for 2 cookies. Please visit Dash Recipes for the complete Skinny Oatmeal Walnut Raisin Cookies Recipe.

Oatmeal Raisin Walnut Cookies

September 24, 2012

Low Carb Zucchini Lasagna

Zucchini Lasagna Recipe

September 19, 2012

BLT with Avocado sandwich for the bacon lovers in your life! Bacon, lettuce, tomato and avocado on toasted whole grain bread, a quick healthy lunch.

BLT with Avocado

August 27, 2012

Cute School Lunch Ideas for Kids

August 14, 2012

Buffalo Chicken breast stuffed with cheese, shredded carrots and minced celery, then rolled, breaded, baked and drizzled with hot sauce. Sound enticing? It should be, this is good stuff!

Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Breasts

July 17, 2012

Watermelon on a stick, isn't that the coolest idea? No cooking required for this one! Sometimes it's the simplest things that make the best desserts.

Watermelon On A Stick

July 1, 2012

Macaroni Salad with Tomatoes and Zucchini is the perfect summer pasta salad loaded with fresh summer vegetables tossed in a light creamy dressing.

Summer Macaroni Salad with Tomatoes and Zucchini

June 26, 2012

Guilt-free crispy grilled potato "fries" made right outside on the grill!

Grilled Potatoes

June 12, 2012

One bite of this spicy black bean burger with spicy chipotle mayo and creamy avocado and you won't miss the meat! Yes, these were good enough to please even the adult carnivore's in my home (a bit too spicy for my kids).

Spicy Black Bean Burgers with Chipotle Mayonnaise

June 4, 2012

Skinny chocolate chip cookies made with absolutely no butter or oil sandwiched together with fat-free frozen yogurt and colored sprinkles. If this doesn't say summer, I don't know what does!

Skinny Chocolate Chip Fro-Yo Sandwiches

June 1, 2012

I've had it on my mind to turn my popular Banging Good Shrimp recipe into a summer dish you can make right on the grill. Now that the weather is warmer, we've been grilling almost every night. The excitement of being able to grill again and not dirty my kitchen is always great!

Bang Bang Grilled Shrimp Skewers

May 23, 2012

The perfect ending to a meal is a homemade warm fruit crisp topped with a dollop of whipped cream. Spring rhubarb and strawberries are the perfect combination of sweet and tart and work so well together for this comforting dessert.

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

May 12, 2012

The perfect summer cocktail, a cross between a tall glass of fresh brewed iced green tea and a mojito! I think this is going to be my signature drink all summer, it's icy cool, and has the added bonus of antioxidant rich green tea.

Iced Green Tea Mojito

May 11, 2012

Linguini and Shrimp Fra Diavolo – A quick Italian-American pasta dish with shrimp, tomatoes, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic, basil and capers.

Linguini and Shrimp Fra Diavolo

May 8, 2012

A lighter fresh take on a margarita! Fresh squeezed citrus juice and a splash of seltzer makes this fresh and lighter, with no added sugars! So go ahead, enjoy your margarita (or two) this Cinco de Mayo!!

Citrus Margarita Spritzer

May 3, 2012

100% grass-fed buffalo burgers with melted cheddar jack cheese and pico de gallo wedged in between two whole wheat tortillas.

Skinny Buffalo Burger Quesadilla

April 25, 2012

Light, fresh and crisp slaw made with shredded cabbage, carrots, lime juice, rice vinegar and a slightly under-ripe mango topped with sesame seeds. A perfect side to fish, pork and even burgers.

Asian Cabbage Mango Slaw

April 17, 2012

Celery Cilantro Cocktail

April 14, 2012

This avocado egg salad uses half the yolks and lots of healthy fats from the avocado. You can serve this as a wrap, on whole-grain toast or in a lettuce cup.

Avocado Egg Salad

April 10, 2012

Lean beef brisket slowly braised in the oven with potatoes, carrots and onions. Perfect for Passover or Easter dinner. Slicing the brisket half-way through cooking assures that the meat is tender and flavorful.

Braised Brisket with Potatoes and Carrots

April 2, 2012