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Recipe Type: Kid Friendly

These lightened-up red velvet pancakes are made with a blend of white whole wheat flour and all purpose, then topped with a light cream cheese topping. I adore red velvet, so I can't think of a more fitting time to make red velvet pancakes, then for Valentine's Day!

Red Velvet Pancakes with Cream Cheese Topping

February 11, 2013

Skinny chocolate parfaits are a rich, creamy chocolate treat made from semi-sweet chocolate, fat-free milk, vanilla and cornstarch. Layered with a little whipped cream, it's a perfect ending to a special dinner.

Skinny Chocolate Parfaits

February 10, 2013

This yummy protein enriched blueberry banana PB smoothie is filled with with frozen blueberries, a banana, and a little Greek yogurt and PB2 for protein.

Blueberry Banana PB Smoothie

January 28, 2013

These easy, healthy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are made in the oven, perfect for football!

Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

January 7, 2013

These veggie shooters with fresh cut vegetables served in individual shot glasses and your favorite dressing makes for an easy, healthy, elegant appetizer. No double dipping!

Veggie Shooters (Crudites with Ranch Dip)

December 20, 2012

Skinny Frozen Hot Chocolate – A dreamy, icy blend of chocolatey goodness, without the guilt!

Skinny Frozen Hot Chocolate

December 19, 2012

This easy taco recipe requires no pre-cooking, just throw it all in the crock pot and you'll have a delicious weeknight meal. Black beans and chicken breast, simmered in the slow cooker make the perfect filling for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or even a burrito bowl and it's loaded with fiber.

Slow Cooker Chicken Black Bean Tacos

December 13, 2012

Slow cooker shredded chicken with corn, tomatoes and black beans. Prep this the night before and turn your crock pot on in the morning for an easy weeknight meal.

Crock Pot Santa Fe Chicken

December 7, 2012

Pork tenderloin stuffed with prosciutto, mozzarella, baby spinach and sun dried tomatoes; a wonderful dish for the Holidays. Serve this with potato parsnip mash, skinny garlic mashed potatoes, or creamy cauliflower puree and some roasted vegetables on the side.

Spinach Prosciutto and Mozzarella Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

December 4, 2012

Light and airy peppermint swirls in delicious meringues cookies. 'Tis the season for all things peppermint, shopping and big wooly mittens, cookies and hot cocoa, and of course, cookie exchanges.

Peppermint Meringues

November 26, 2012

Leftover turkey is delicious in turkey pot pie, so I thought why not use it to make turkey pot pie soup?

Turkey Pot Pie Soup

November 23, 2012

The ultimate "guilt-free" frozen ice cream treat made with only ONE ingredient, over-ripe bananas! No cream, or sugar added. Finally it's OK have ice cream for breakfast.

Guiltless Banana Ice Cream

November 12, 2012

This EASY 3-ingredient slow cooker dish has become a staple in my house! It's SO easy, family-friendly and it makes enough for several meals.

Slow Cooker Kalua Pork

November 11, 2012

Baked oatmeal with ripe bananas, pumpkin and pecans is the perfect way to start your morning! When this first came out of the oven, I wasn't so sure...but after my first bite I knew I had a winner!

Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal with Bananas

November 11, 2012

A warm, creamy bowl of pumpkin spiced oatmeal is a great way to start your morning! High in fiber and heart healthy whole grains, this breakfast will fill you up and keep you satisfied until lunch.

Pumpkin Spiced Oatmeal

October 15, 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

A velvety, creamy mushroom soup that is low in fat, yet rich in flavor. Perfect for lunch with a sandwich on the side, or makes a lovely first course for dinner.

Creamy Mushroom Soup

October 3, 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

By replacing the lasagna noodles with thin sliced zucchini you can create a delicious, lower carb (gluten-free) lasagna that's loaded with vegetables, and you won't miss the pasta!

Zucchini Lasagna Recipe

September 19, 2012

Beef Barley Soup – A comforting hearty bowl of soup made with carrots, celery, onions, lean beef and pearl barley.

Beef Barley Soup

September 11, 2012

Cheesy baked pasta made with Italian chicken sausage, mozzarella, ricotta, Pecorino Romano and spinach (but don't worry, no one will care about the green stuff). Perfect to feed a hungry family!

Baked Pasta with Sausage and Spinach

September 4, 2012

Escarole Soup with Turkey Meatballs (Italian Wedding Soup) is a delicious, easy, one-pot meal!

Escarole Soup with Turkey Meatballs (Italian Wedding Soup)

August 29, 2012

Peanut butter, grape jam, peanuts, and fresh red grapes on top of a bowl of yogurt... who needs the bread!

PB + J Yogurt

August 16, 2012

Cute School Lunch Ideas for Kids

August 14, 2012

A fun twist on a Mexican favorite! Summer zucchini hollowed out and stuffed with shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, cheese and scallions. Serve this with cilantro lime rice and you'll have yourself a fiesta!

Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini

August 9, 2012

Hey Moms and Dads, I have been coming up with creative ways to make kids lunch healthy, fun and delicious and came across this easy trail mix recipe.

Easy Trail Mix Recipe + Tips on Making School Lunches Healthy and Fun For Kids

August 7, 2012

When grape tomatoes are overflowing in your garden, whip up a quick, easy tomato sauce! Grape or cherry tomatoes sauteed with olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs are perfect over pasta, grilled chicken or fish.

Easy Garden Tomato Sauce

July 16, 2012

Cherry Lime Ice Pops – Sweet summer cherries with a touch of lime make these easy, sweet popsicles a perfect treat on a hot summer day. Only 4 ingredients!

Cherry Lime Ice Pops

July 15, 2012

Broccoli and Orzo is an easy, kid-friendly side dish which combines orzo – a rice shaped pasta with fresh broccoli, garlic and oil.

Broccoli and Orzo

July 7, 2012

Hot summer's day? No problem, cool off with these homemade frozen fruit pops made with fresh mango, kiwi, and raspberry fruit puree.

Frozen Mango, Kiwi, Raspberry Fruit Pops

July 4, 2012