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Something magical happens to a pasta dish when you combine spaghetti with a creamy butternut squash puree, a little Parmigiano Reggiano, leeks, garlic and sage.

Spaghetti with Butternut Leek Parmesan Sauce

October 22, 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

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

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

Apple cinnamon breakfast quinoa – quinoa for breakfast you ask? Well yes, quinoa served warm, with it's nutty taste and chewy texture, pairs beautifully with fresh crisp autumn apples, golden raisins, pecans, warm milk, vanilla and cinnamon – a delightful breakfast that is both protein packed and comforting.

Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Quinoa

October 1, 2012

Skinny Pumpkin Granola – Homemade pumpkin granola made with oats, quinoa, maple, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, pecans, pepitas and dried cranberries.

Skinny Pumpkin Granola

September 24, 2012

A quick and easy meal, perfect for Meatless Mondays! A stroganoff of Shiitake, Baby Portabella and Cremini mushrooms with noodles in a light creamy sauce.

Mushroom Stroganoff

September 17, 2012

With a chill in the air, weekends in the Fall are perfect for baking treats like these pumpkin nut muffins with added pecans.

Pumpkin Nut Muffins

September 15, 2012

The Best Chicken Parmesan recipe, made a bit healthier! Breaded chicken cutlets are baked, not fried yet the chicken is so moist and full of flavor.

Baked Chicken Parmesan

September 12, 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

Pumpkin spiced overnight oats with pumpkin butter, banana, chia and spice in a jar (no cooking required!) I know what I'll be eating for breakfast every morning for the next few weeks.

Skinny Pumpkin Overnight Oats in a Jar

September 10, 2012

All the flavors you love from buffalo wings without all the added fat. Making shredded buffalo chicken in the slow cooker or Instant Pot is super easy!

Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Slow Cooker, Instant Pot)

April 23, 2012

Guiltless cheesy baked seasoned fries topped with bacon, jalapeños and scallions... this is SOOO good! Pure comfort food when cheese fries are what you're craving.

Skinny Texas Cheese Fries

March 20, 2012

What can be more kid friendly than a bowl of soup with spaghetti and meatballs! Lean turkey meatballs are cooked in a light tomato broth with cut up spaghetti. This is a one pot meal my whole family loves and leftovers are great for lunch.

Meatball and Spaghetti Soup

December 5, 2011

My favorite way to use up leftover turkey is to make a delicious pot of turkey soup. This is also a great way to clean out your refrigerator!

Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup

November 22, 2011

A pumpkin sponge cake roll made with a lightened up cream cheese frosting. What can be prettier on your Thanksgiving table!

Pumpkin Roll, Lightened Up

November 19, 2011

Corn casserole, a cross between of a corn pudding and a corn bread is a wonderful addition to anyone's holiday table.

Make-Over Corn Casserole

November 16, 2011

Roasted Green Beans topped with Parmesan come out perfectly charred and tender – SO good, I can literally eat the whole batch and made with just four ingredients!

Roasted Parmesan Green Beans

November 15, 2011

Coconut milk, cumin, garam masala, curry powder and cilantro balance the sweetness of the roasted red kuri squash, creating this aromatic Indian inspired soup. Serve this with a piece of garlic naan and you have yourself a meal.

Roasted Red Kuri Coconut Curry Soup

November 9, 2011

Pumpkin Hazelnut Flaugnarde (Clafoutis) – A warm rustic pumpkin custard sweetened with agave and baked with toasted hazelnuts.

Pumpkin Hazelnut Flaugnarde (Clafoutis)

November 7, 2011

Brown rice stuffing made with Italian chicken sausage, celery, mushrooms, and onions. Serve this as a Thanksgiving side dish or you can even enjoy this as a meal. It's so good and naturally gluten free!

Chicken Sausage Brown Rice Stuffing with Celery and Mushrooms

November 3, 2011

Skinny Apple Cobbler

October 28, 2011

Mashed sweet potatoes with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a caramelized brown sugar crust. Sweet potatoes are a must for Thanksgiving and this dish will be a hit on your Holiday table.

Mashed Sweet Potatoes Brulee

October 26, 2011

Pork loin chops, seasoned with paprika, sage, thyme and spices then lightly pan fried and served with homemade applesauce.

Pork Chops and Applesauce

October 25, 2011

With Halloween coming soon, I thought I would share these cute, ghost-shaped frozen Frozen "Boo"-nana Pops made with white chocolate and bananas. This is fun to make with the kids and what kid doesn't like chocolate covered bananas.

Frozen “Boo”-nana Pops

October 24, 2011

Low-fat pumpkin spice cookies have a cake ball quality to them, drizzled with a chocolate glaze, they are seriously good!

Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Chocolate Glaze

October 22, 2011

These are healthy Chocolate Mummy cupcakes with vanilla frosting, wouldn't these be so cute to bring to a Halloween party!

Chocolate Mummy Cupcakes

October 17, 2011

Chocolate addicts are going to love me for this one! These cupcakes are super moist and delicious, and they are so easy to make.

Super Moist Low Fat Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Glaze

October 14, 2011