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Recipe Type: Kid Friendly

A creamy blend of spinach, shallots, parmesan cheese, and Boursin Light makes a rich and flavorful side dish. A low fat version of a steakhouse favorite.

Creamed Spinach – Lightened Up

September 28, 2010

This easy and quick pasta dish is a guaranteed way to get picky eaters to love their broccoli, just roast it with garlic and olive oil!

Pasta with Roasted Broccoli, Garlic and Oil

September 16, 2010

Fresh summer "Oh My God That Was Good" tomato bisque. Although you don't typically think of having tomato soup in August, I think it's the perfect time to make it.

Tomato Bisque

August 10, 2010

Greek Turkey Meatballs slathered with Tzatziki sauce, great over rice, with chickpea salad or served as an appetizers. Also great for make-ahead meal prep lunch.

Greek Turkey Meatballs

August 5, 2010

This super easy, no cook skinny taco dip is a MUST have at any get together: birthdays, football, holidays– the dip always disappears! Serve with tortilla chips.

Skinny Taco Dip

July 6, 2010

My family's favorite grilled or broiled chicken seasoned with Latin flavors to create the best tasting chicken!

Broiled or Grilled Pollo Sabroso

June 18, 2010

Broccoli and Cheddar Skinny Potato Skins

June 9, 2010

This brown fried rice is a great side dish for stir fries and Asian inspired dishes. I love to make my fried rice Thai style which uses fish sauce, but if you don't have that you could leave it out and increase the soy sauce. This is a perfect compliment to Asian Turkey Meatballs. Double the recipe for more people.

Brown Fried Rice

May 19, 2010

Chicken Piccata is an Italian chicken dish served in a lemon, wine, butter sauce with capers and parsley.

Chicken Piccata

May 6, 2010

Mom’s Beef Stroganoff

April 30, 2010

Triple Berry Smoothie

April 14, 2010

Crespelles are Italian crepes used in dishes such as manicotti, lasagna and other stuffed dishes in place of pasta. They have a lighter texture than pasta and taste delicious.

Light Crespelle Recipe

April 7, 2010

Here's a great way to make broccoli if you are tired of making it the same old way. Roasting broccoli with garlic creates a sweet, nutty delicious flavor and the aroma that wafts through your kitchen will make everyone asking when's dinner ready.

Roasted Broccoli with Smashed Garlic

March 21, 2010

Turkey Picadillo is a lighter alternative to traditional Cuban beef picadillo. It's great with rice and plantains, or as a filling for empanadas, tacos, stuffed peppers and more.

Turkey Picadillo

February 26, 2010

This easy corn salsa made with lime, cilantro and tomatoes are perfect with chips or served over your favorite tacos or burrito bowls!

Corn Salsa with Lime

February 21, 2010

These chicken quesadillas are a meal in one! Loaded with chicken and veggies and very filling (I couldn't finish mine). I made these for dinner with my leftover avocado mango salsa but these are also great for lunch or you can even serve them as appetizers.

Chicken Quesadillas

February 6, 2010

This Valentine's Day make your sweetie these elegantly rich chocolate covered strawberries. They are easier to make than you think!!

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

January 26, 2010

Angel Hair with Shrimp and Tomato Sauce

January 21, 2010

Garlic Shrimp

January 15, 2010

Turkey Sausage and Tomato Sauce over Pasta

January 6, 2010

This is the BEST Bolognese Sauce Recipe, and it's easy to make. It's a staple in my home, I make a big batch and have meals for several nights.

Bolognese Sauce

December 4, 2009

Stracciatella soup is a really quick Italian classic made with chicken broth, egg, parmesan, fresh spinach and orzo. Basically an Italian egg drop soup, which takes under twenty minutes to make so it's perfect for any weeknight.

Spinach Stracciatella Soup with Orzo

November 11, 2009

Pie is the new cupcake this year! Being that it's one of my favorite desserts, this lightened Banana Cream Pie recipe is creamy and delicious and super easy to make.

Banana Cream Pie

October 29, 2009

Breakfast on the go? This quick shake is healthy and delicious!

Avena – Healthy Oatmeal Shake

September 19, 2009

Spaghetti with Sauteed Chicken and Grape Tomatoes, a pasta inspired by the abundance of tomatoes and basil in my garden this year.

Spaghetti with Sauteed Chicken and Grape Tomatoes

August 26, 2009

Angel Hair with Shrimp and Asparagus

Angel Hair with Shrimp and Asparagus

August 13, 2009

Sautéed Zucchini with Plum Tomatoes is a quick and delicious summer side dish.

Sautéed Zucchini with Plum Tomatoes

August 6, 2009

This oven "fried" chicken is moist and crispy and has loads of flavor, yet won't leave you feeling guilty after you eat it.

Oven Fried Chicken

July 23, 2009

Rice with Spinach

June 18, 2009

I was never a fan of string beans until I learned how to cook them properly. Now I love them. The trick is not to overcook them. This is a quick, healthy side dish for all you garlic lovers out there.

String Beans with Garlic and Oil

May 29, 2009