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I made my favorite Cuban sandwich into a quesadilla filled with roast pork (pernil), ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard! Perfect for a quick lunch and a great way to use up my Slow Cooker Pernil.

Cuban Sandwich Quesadilla

January 6, 2011

$Baked or air-fried, these healthy sweet potato fries are made with a fraction of the oil that would be used if deep frying. They are so much lighter, with the perfect balance of spicy, smokey and sweet.$

Chipotle Sweet Potato Fries

November 9, 2010

If you don't like getting your hands dirty, then this is definitely not for you! All the goodness of eating a classic Sloppy Joe only way less calories!

Sloppy Joes

October 19, 2010

Classic comfort diner food, just got a make-over... the low fat tuna melt. Adding veggies to your tuna, replacing the full fat cheese and mayonnaise with light mayo and cheese and serving it opened faced makes this classic sandwich lower in fat and Weight Watcher friendly. Use your favorite whole grain bread and serve with a salad or a cup of soup on the side.

The Skinny Tuna Melt

August 31, 2010

Shrimp Salad on Cucumber Slices

August 22, 2010

Panzanella

August 19, 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

Edamame Hummus

July 12, 2010

This easy chicken salad recipe is made with scallions, cilantro with a hint of lime. It's a tasty twist on traditional chicken salad with some Latin flavor!

Cilantro Chicken Salad

June 16, 2010

Shrimp, avocados and melted cheese, what a combination!

Shrimp Quesadillas with Tomato Avocado Salsa

June 2, 2010

I have gotten many requests to make a low point mac and cheese recipe. Here's a baked macaroni and cheese recipe that even got my skeptical daughter's approval.

Lighter Baked Macaroni and Cheese

May 22, 2010

Skinny Loaded Nachos with Turkey, Beans and Cheese

May 3, 2010

Beef Carpaccio

April 27, 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

Turkey Cuban Sandwich

November 26, 2009

Basil Green Goddess Salad Dressing

September 1, 2009

A simple summer tomato salad made with heirloom tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onion, extra virgin olive oil and garden fresh basil.

Heirloom Tomato Salad

July 9, 2009

Swordfish Burgers with Lemon Vinaigrette

April 19, 2009

Cobb Salad

April 6, 2009

Blood Orange Salad with Gorgonzola, Pecans and Baby Greens

March 16, 2009

This aromatic mushroom shallot egg frittata is a gourmet breakfast that is low in points and is easy to make.

Mushroom Shallot Frittata

March 13, 2009

Eggs in Purgatory with Asparagus

February 17, 2009

Pan Seared Scallops with Baby Greens and Citrus Mojo Vinaigrette

January 19, 2009

This is an easy, light lunch recipe, or appetizer, using canned tuna with chopped red onion and a little red wine vinegar and added broccoli and celery, served on spinach leaves.

Tuna Salad Wraps

December 9, 2008

Pasta Fagioli (Pasta and Beans) usually pronounced pasta fazool, is a great tasting, hearty, vegetarian Italian pasta and bean soup, perfect for the cold, super quick and freezer friendly.

Pasta Fagioli (Pasta and Beans)

December 3, 2008

Sancocho is a hearty soup, almost like a stew and is a traditional dish in the region of Antioquia, Colombia that combines potatoes, yuca, corn, plantains and meat. For me and my family this is the ultimate comfort food and is absolutely delicious.

Colombian Chicken Sancocho

November 29, 2008

Spinach, scallions, feta and eggs make a fabulous, light breakfast frittata or for a low carb lunch serve this frittata with a Greek salad on the side.

Spinach Feta Frittata

November 10, 2008

This super easy butternut squash soup is the perfect Fall recipe to keep you warm and full. And did I mention it's only 1 point!

Butternut Squash Soup with Sage

October 26, 2008

Sweet Autumn pears, honey Dijon dressing, crunchy pecans, and gorgonzola cheese. I love a good salad with lots of texture and flavors, this salad is a healthy addition to your Fall table. Simple and elegant, apples can be substituted for pears if you wish.

Autumn Salad with Pears and Gorgonzola

October 3, 2008